Teaching Tolerance magazine focuses on the tough problems faced by America’s rural schools. It also takes a look at cyberbullying and the life-or-death controversies surrounding online harassment. And this issue gives teachers tips on how to help hard-to-reach homeless students. Download the PDF version here.
Departments
Stories from the Country
As it turns out, ignorance about rural schools is pretty widespread. We soon discovered that no one—not even the federal government—has a single definition for what constitutes "rural."
Monsters, Devils and Mary Poppins
Part of the "Why I Teach" series.
A War on the Peaceful
Story Corner
Feature Articles
Tapping the Power of Place
The problems of rural schools are often invisible to the public and policymakers. The solutions may be found in the communities themselves.
Three from the Country
There is no “typical” rural teacher. But wherever rural teachers are, they struggle against mighty forces, and they often struggle alone. Here’s a glimpse into the lives of three teachers in diverse, far-flung settings.
The Lessons of a Rural Principal
Eighteen years ago, I thought I was starting a brief stint at a rural school. It turned into a career full of experimentation and success.
Country Outposts
Life can be tough for LGBT students in rural schools. But like kids in more urban areas, that can change with the right kind of support from teachers and parents.
High Tech in Small Places
Computers and the Internet help rural schools bridge vast distances—both geographically and culturally. But the growing use of technology can create new problems as it solves old ones.
Using TDSi in Rural Schools
Rural educators face just as many problems as their urban colleagues when it comes to helping children of color. The Teaching Diverse Students Initiative gives them the tools they need to do the job.
Cyberbullying
The stakes have never been higher for students—or schools.
Helping the Homeless In School and Out
Homeless kids can be hard to identify and even harder to help. But teachers can do a great deal to make sure that they don’t fall through the cracks.
Mixing It Up with Purpose
Educators use national Mix It Up at Lunch Day to address the social and academic needs of their students.
Fighting Back Against Bullies
A new Teaching Tolerance documentary points the way
