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Facing History

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We use lessons of history to challenge teachers and their students to stand up to racism, antisemitism, and other forms of bigotry and hate.

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DePaul College Prep@DePaulPrepApr 22
They were honored alongside other recipients from the @facinghistory Chicago Partner School Network at a reception on April 14 at the Art Institute of Chicago.
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CA HistorySocSci Ed@CaEdHSSApr 29
It's not too late to sign up for @facinghistory's summer professional development opportunities, where you'll access proven teaching strategies, new scholarship, and curricular resources. Browse this summer's offerings at facinghistory.org/summer-pro…
Summer Professional Development for Teachers

Summer Professional Development for Teachers

Explore professional development opportunities for educators, including workshops, webinars, and seminars on history, ELA, Civics, and more.

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Eric S. Gordon@EricGordon_CEOApr 9
This afternoon, I had the honor of representing @pepcleveland as moderator for a powerful @TheCityClub forum with @facinghistory President and CEO @DBlackburnFH about engaging in civil, civic discourse in our classrooms and community! #MHJFoundaiton #GCSSA
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Mr. Hubel@HubelHistoryMar 31
I didn’t realize how small my white boards were until I had my students use the timeline cards by @HolocaustMuseum and @facinghistory readings. The use of these resources really helped my students grip the reality of the Holocaust. #SSchat
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CivxNow@CivxNowMar 19
Based on her research & work with educators & policymakers in California, @FacingHistory's Senior Director of Civic Education Erica Hodgin offers 4 steps to strengthen the state's commitments and investments for high-quality education. Learn more: hubs.la/Q047dvQ50
COMMENTARY: How to deepen California’s commitment to K-12 civic learning

COMMENTARY: How to deepen California’s commitment to K-12 civic learning

Schools have always had a civic mission to prepare young people to be informed and engaged citizens, but that mission has fallen by the wayside as schools focus more on subjects that are tested on...

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Thank you to Facing History & Ourselves for your support. s1.goeshow.com/ccss/annual/2…
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Educators: Join me for a webinar with @FacingHistory and @sharemylesson for a conversation about my new PBS series Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History. We’ll discuss the intertwined stories of Black Americans and Jewish Americans—
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nsslasocstudies@nsslasocstudiesFeb 25
We love learning alongside you! 📚 Join us and @facinghistory on March 5 (7:30pm EST) for the latest social studies research and strategies. This special event is synchronous-only, so clear your calendars to join the live conversation! Save your spot: bit.ly/NSSLAwebinars
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Facing History expands its Holocaust literature guide with the young adult novel "The Assignment." Author Liza Wiemer says it can help “stop antisemitic incidents before they happen” and encourage students to “use their voices” to confront antisemitism. jns.org/facing-history-adds-…
Facing History adds young-adult book to its Holocaust literature guide

Facing History adds young-adult book to its Holocaust literature guide

Liza Wiemer, author of “The Assignment,” says she believes that it was included because “it gives students multiple ways to use their voices.”

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Liza Wiemer’s YA book, about teens rejecting a “defend the Final Solution” assignment, is now a key resource to help students confront antisemitism and speak out against hate. by @HoffmanJess 🔗eu1.hubs.ly/H0rflTx0
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Session 2 of our multi-session Workshop Series with @facinghistory is tomorrow, Jan 14th. This session focuses on assessing and strengthening belonging in schools. Learn more and register through the link! facinghistory.org/learning-e…
Re-Imagining Migration Workshop Series for Partner Schools Network Educators

Re-Imagining Migration Workshop Series for Partner Schools Network Educators

Facilitated by Re-Imagining Migration staff, these workshops are designed to help educators build belonging for immigrant-origin students and their peers.

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Don't miss the new Civic Education Curriculum Collection from @FacingHistory! The module prepares students in grades 6-12 for informed and ethical civic participation in democracy. Check it out today at facinghistory.org/resource-l…
Civic Education Curriculum Collection

Civic Education Curriculum Collection

This modular collection prepares students in grades 6-12 for informed and ethical civic participation in democracy.

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We’re partnering with @facinghistory for a three-session Re-Imagining Migration Workshop Series that helps educators build belonging for immigrant-origin students and their peers. Learn more and register through the link. facinghistory.org/learning-e…
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Don't miss the "Designing Classrooms and Curriculum that Confront Antisemitism and Hatred" free online webinar from @facinghistory, coming up on November 17. Learn more and register here: facinghistory.org/learning-e…
Designing Classrooms and Curriculum that Confront Antisemitism and Hatred

Designing Classrooms and Curriculum that Confront Antisemitism and Hatred

Learn how the tools of history and the study of human behavior offer insight for helping students understand and confront antisemitism.

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Memphis Flyer@MemphisFlyer20 Oct 2025
Author and scholar Jelani Cobb celebrates nonprofit connecting the past with the present. memphisflyer.com/facing-hist…
Facing History and Ourselves - Memphis Flyer

Facing History and Ourselves - Memphis Flyer

Author and scholar Jelani Cobb celebrates a nonprofit connecting the past with the present.

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The first days of school can have a big impact on whether all students feel affirmed. As your teachers head back, pass along these relationship-building ideas – and even try one with your staff! (Via @facinghistory) facinghistory.org/resource-l…
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ALT Screenshot from the linked resource library, describing three back-to-school activities focused on students' names.

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Attention Educators! Join us in July for not one but TWO teacher workshops at the Museum. bit.ly/44j4J7f
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Naming and Historicizing This Moment in Education: A Conversation with Dr. Zachary Casey & Dr. Kevin Kumashiro. "We need to shape the narrative of what happens in the classroom. We are not indoctrinating students; we are promoting student voice and academic rigor."@facinghistory
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Reflecting on 80 Years of Holocaust Education: When students raise questions about the fragility of modern democracy, it is important to examine case studies of the ideologies and circumstances that caused previous democracies to fall. facinghistory.org/ideas-week…
“I Wish Our Work Was Irrelevant”: Reflecting on 80 Years of Holocaust Education

“I Wish Our Work Was Irrelevant”: Reflecting on 80 Years of Holocaust Education

A recent Facing History webinar with scholar Dr. Michael Berenbaum explored the past, present, and future of this vital field.

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So honored to be engaged in a 3-Day Course for Equity Focused Teaching and Learning. facinghistory.org/
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