The Hechinger Report – Ariel Maloney
“In the wake of the Parkland school shooting, I have listened to politicians and activists argue, I have heard pundits and PR reps lay blame. And I have watched students stand up and refuse to back down. They are asking for us to see them, to listen. We, as teachers, make a significant difference in the lives of our students. There is always one more thing we can, and should, do. It’s simple. Offer compassion. Model empathy. See them, and listen to them.” (more)