In every school, there’s at least one teacher who makes students feel safe, understood, and inspired. They’re the ones students remember long after graduation. But what happens when that teacher disappears? Not because they wanted to, but because the system pushed them out? This is a story told through the voices of students whose favorite teacher—Mr. Lane—quit mid-year after enduring months of...
Some teachers change your grade. Others change your life. This is a letter from me—a former student whose life could have gone in a very different direction if it weren’t for one teacher who saw me when I felt invisible. Today, as I watch teachers across the country face burnout, disrespect, and even violence, I feel compelled to speak up. Because I owe her my future. And it’s time someone stood...
When a student lashes out in a classroom, what do we call it? Some say “a tough day.” Others call it “behavioral disruption.” But for many teachers, it’s something else entirely: it’s violence. It’s trauma. It’s assault. These are the stories that don’t make the news. They aren’t dramatic enough for primetime. There are no flashing lights or press conferences. But they are real, and they are...
My name is Ms. Thompson. I teach 10th grade English on the South Side of Chicago. I’ve been a public school educator for 12 years. I’ve taught students who have gone on to Ivy League universities, and students who struggled to make it through each day. I’ve written thousands of lesson plans. I’ve broken up fights. I’ve bought notebooks with my own paycheck. I’ve laughed and cried in this...
When a teacher faces violence, the immediate question often becomes: “What now?” Beyond the physical wounds, there are legal uncertainties, emotional trauma, and professional consequences that can leave educators feeling isolated and overwhelmed. This guide provides an in-depth roadmap to help teachers understand their rights, access emotional recovery tools, and find long-term support. No...
No teacher should have to face violence alone. Yet across America, thousands of educators are struggling with the physical, emotional, and psychological consequences of classroom aggression—without a clear roadmap for recovery. This guide is designed to offer practical, accessible resources for teachers navigating these challenges. Whether you’ve recently experienced an incident, are...
The safety and well-being of teachers should never be a fringe issue—it should be a community priority. Yet across America, educators are navigating classrooms where fear, burnout, and violence are on the rise. They are too often left to manage these crises alone. But when communities mobilize with purpose and unity, they become powerful shields for the people who educate the next generation...
When it comes to addressing violence against teachers, individual acts of support are powerful—but collective action is unstoppable. In communities across the United States, solidarity movements are rising to meet the crisis head-on. Parents, students, alumni, neighbors, and local leaders are coming together to say: enough is enough. Solidarity isn’t just symbolic. It creates protection...
In a world flooded with fundraising requests and cause-driven campaigns, it’s easy to wonder whether your donation—especially a small one—actually makes a difference. But when it comes to supporting teachers impacted by violence, the truth is clear: every dollar counts. Your contributions are fueling something vital: visibility. They are not just helping individual teachers behind closed...
When teachers are under attack, the support of everyday people becomes more than a gesture—it becomes a lifeline. Across the nation, your donations, advocacy, and shared voices have created real, measurable change. This isn’t a general thank-you. It’s a celebration of what YOU made possible. This blog highlights the victories your support helped create—the classrooms rebuilt, the mental health...
