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Weathering Walker's Storm: Staying Positive in Wisconsin

Gov. Scott Walker's 2011 legislation on collective bargaining created pandemonium in education. How did one teacher’s community pull together to protect what they worked so hard to create. This is Jean’s story.

Jean Abreu Oct 27, 2011

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Tales of a Beginning Teacher

Brendan Clarke reflects on his first day of teaching, and why he left the classroom to rebuild our connection with the natural world. This is Brendan’s story.

Brendan Clarke Sep 14, 2011

Horses as Healers

Lorna Shepardson knows a magical gift horses possess that can help bring young people from the depths of darkness to a glimmer of self-confidence. This is Lorna’s story.

Lorna Shepardson May 16, 2011

600 students and teachers from Chaires Elementary school in Tallahassee, Florida form a pelican as a way to apologize to the pelicans for the Gulf oil spill.

Get Your Skysight On!: How to Change the Way We Perceive the World

By being part of a human painting, students are instilled with the power to change the world and protect endangered species. This is Daniel’s story.

Daniel Dancer Mar 25, 2011

Drew and Dan at the U.S. Space Camp in Huntsville, AL, where Drew got the highest mission score in his group on his first try on the simulated space shuttle.

Getting Inside the Heads of Students With Asperger Syndrome

Dan Coulter uses film to help teachers understand what goes on inside the head of a student with AS, so that student can thrive in the classroom. This is Dan's story.

Dan Coulter Jan 25, 2011

The 108 members of Kingman's Hispanic Student Union have a strong sense of unity and purpose for attending school.

Want Successful Students? Meet the Parents

Girlie Forman, a former probation officer, uses her sense of humor and food to connect with her high school students—and their families. This is Girlie's story.

Girlie Forman Nov 19, 2010

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Powerful Learning Grows in New Orleans’ Lower Ninth Ward

In New Orleans' Lower Ninth Ward, an old grocery store and urban farm is also a school. Our School at Blair Grocery meets crises with open eyes, humble hearts and social entrepreneurship. This is David’s story.

David Ferris Sep 24, 2010

Senior, Jacob Smith, addresses a packed hall for the Watershed Report screening.

Teens Care for Their Local River, Their Way

How do you get distracted teens to take care of their local watershed? Peter Donaldson’s carrot is the opportunity to produce smart, hip videos and be the on-air expert. This is Peter’s story.

Peter Donaldson Jul 20, 2010

Students prepare a wool mat for felt art.

¡Hola! The Future Is Now

Michelle Contreras’ first grade native-Spanish- and English-speakers reflect the future. Michelle uses two-way Spanish immersion, touch therapy, and compassion to connect with her students. This is Michelle's story.

Michelle Contreras May 04, 2010

Walter Davis with his students at Rising S.T.A.R.S. Male Academy.

Why Race Has Everything To Do With Who and How I Teach

At Rising S.T.A.R.S. Male Academy in urban Atlanta, Walter Davis uses "real talk" and literature to teach middle school boys of color how to be excellent students and emerge as successful young men. This is Walter's story.

Walter Davis Mar 05, 2010

Students on the garden crew harvest vegetables for campus and the market

Growing Good People Through Work, Study, and Community

Environmentally conscious Warren Wilson College offers students organic gardens, eco-friendly dorms, vegetarian eateries—and a complete education through work, study, and community. This is Margo’s story.

Margo Flood Jan 22, 2010

Throat singing is still popular among young Inuit girls. Many of the songs tell traditional stories and it's a way for young women to connect with traditional culture and values. PHOTO ESSAY: See John Hasyn’s take on daily life among the Inuit of Nunavut .

Discovering the Beauty of Teenagers

John Hasyn was afraid of teenagers.Yet, the Canadian-based photographer chose to work full-on with Inuit youth in Nunavut. What he discovered changed his perspective forever. This is John's story.

John Hasyn Oct 27, 2008

Kalani Wainwright and Kaui Dela Cruz learn the pros and cons of the seed corn business.

Starting with Place: Molokai Students Re-Define their Education

Aka`ula School middle school students in Molakai, Hawaii thrive as they research and create positive solutions for environmental issues affecting their own community. This is Vicki's story.

Vicki Newberry Sep 15, 2009

Anthropology 101: How to Change the World

Professor Tom Murphy wanted his students to reconnect with nature. Now, they work beside farmers, fishermen, wastewater technicians, environmental groups, and Native American leaders through an award-winning service learning program. This is Tom's story.

Tom Murphy Jul 07, 2009

Reconnecting Schools to Real Food

Chef Tom French has a vision of a school food system that serves healthy local food, and builds bridges between the classroom and the kitchen. This is Chef Tom's story.

Chef Tom French Apr 10, 2009

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