Printer-friendly versionOur cover story, “Possession Obsession,” focuses on teen
dating abuse. With almost one-third of teen relationships involving abuse, it
is imperative for educators to know how they can help their students avoid or
escape unhealthy dating relationships.
We also examine stereotypes about low-income students. “The Poverty Myth” looks
at how these stereotypes persist in classrooms, leading some teachers to view
low-income students as unprepared and lacking ability. Too many believe “low-income”
means low expectations.
Discipline policies are hot-button topic for school districts across the
country. The story “Suspending Hope” takes a look at how districts in Maryland
and Connecticut have cut back on their use of out-of-school suspensions. Those
districts have found that promoting positive behavior choices, rather than
punishing the negative, is leading to higher graduation rates—especially among
students of color.
We also examine how to avoid bias against obese and overweight students; how
Spanish-language teachers are combating stereotypes of Latino culture; and how
educators can keep school rivalries respectful.
Teaching Tolerance magazine,
published twice a year, is the nation’s leading journal serving educators on
diversity issues. Last year, the magazine was named 2009 Periodical of the Year
by the Association of Educational Publishers, the fourth time it has won the
honor.
Price is managing editor of Teaching Tolerance.
