Future of Work
Breaking Stereotypes: Fostering the Empowerment of Girls Through Practical Projects in Vienna
This story of impact by Teach For Austria alumna and STEM educator Theresa Valenta illustrates how her Die BauBox Initiative in Vienna is supporting girls through hands-on projects. Her initiative provides a fantastic example of how we can break down...
Climate Education
Practical Action STEM Resources
This site offers free STEM resources that engage children in real world issues including climate change, renewable energy, food security, and disaster preparedness. It features STEM challenges or school projects with corresponding teacher guides, act...
Education in Emergencies
Talking to Children About Emergencies
An article on how to start a conversation with your students about what happens when the unexpected happens. It’s hard to know what to say when talking to students about emergencies. Teachers don’t want to worry their students, but it’s important for...
TACL
Choose to Connect
In this 2013 video, Teach For America alumnus Isaac Pollack tackles the seemingly impossible task of transforming Carver High School in New Orleans. Faced with academic gaps and skepticism from students in impoverished, violent neighborhoods, Isaac g...