💬 Essential Question: How does learning about Juneteenth help us better understand American history?

Pair with writing, art, or discussion.
#juneteenth #freedomday #upperel #classroomreflection

They made their own voiceover scripts. One even added a dance. 😂
Sometimes all it takes is one trailer to unlock a full day of creativity.
#upperel #RihannaAsSmurfette #classroomfun #softstartenergy

💭 Our guiding question:
What powers and traits make YOU an everyday hero?

Some wrote “compassion,” others said “math skills” or “being a good friend.”
Best final-week activity we’ve done in years.
#upperel #EndOfYearProjects #IdentityInArt #studentvoice

They wrote thank-you letters and illustrated freedom.
#upperel #MemorialDay #RollingThunder #VeteranAppreciation #readaloud

Students reflected on their own traditions and how they fit into the big picture of what “American” means.
#upperel #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth #inclusiveclassroom #teacherlife

💬 We asked:
How can we be kind and understanding to someone who sees the world differently?

Big hearts and big conversations today.
#upperel #MyBrotherCharlie #inclusionmatters #readaloud

Tried something new for Harvey Milk Day:
Started with a short video from Untold History—Harvey Milk: Leading the Way.

We followed it with this question:
What does it mean to be brave for yourself—and for others?

Representation + real talk = powerful learning.
#upperel #teacherlife #HarveyMilkDay

💬 We followed with this: Why is it important to tell stories about who we are and where we come from?

Ever used athletes as story ambassadors in your classroom? Would love to hear more!
#upperel #teacherlife #AANHPIHeritagemonth

Got a favorite end-of-year read-aloud? I’d love to hear it.

#teaching #readaloud #upperel #endofyearfun #teacherlife