The Poetry Out Loud program teaches students the art of poetry recitation. The competition includes 53 students from each state, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories. After the two-day competition, which was held in the nation’s capital, Samara Elan Huggins from Georgia was named the 2017 Poetry Out Loud National Champion for her recitation of “The Farmer” by W.D. Erhart.
English-Language Learners
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Testigos del Cambio en una Pequeña Ciudad para Latinos: La Travesía de un Estudiante
Nacido en Russellville, Alabama, de padres inmigrantes de El Salvador, Brian Santos reflexiona sobre su travesía como estudiante de EL.
Student Well-Being
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Left Homeless After a Hurricane, This Family Found Support From Their District
With the number of homeless students rising, a look at how this Florida district is providing support.
Special Education
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I Have Dyslexia. How Teachers Can Support Students Like Me
These adults with dyslexia have advice for educators working with students like them.
Teaching Profession
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What Educators Want Other Teachers to Know During Teacher Appreciation Week
For teachers and student teachers, Teacher Appreciation Week is a chance to reflect on and thank the educators who inspired them.
