When a teacher is assaulted, threatened, or verbally abused, the silence that follows can be just as damaging as the act itself. Administrators avoid bad press. Colleagues hesitate to speak out. Parents remain unaware. And the teacher, often traumatized, returns to the classroom with no support, no justice, and no voice. This silence isn’t accidental. It’s systemic. And when it’s allowed to...
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...
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...
Every time you click “Donate,” you might wonder—does it really matter? Can a single contribution truly make a difference? When it comes to supporting teachers affected by violence, the answer is a resounding yes. Your generosity doesn’t just support a profession; it saves careers, heals trauma, and restores hope. This article shares real stories of how donations have directly improved the lives...
Teaching is often described as one of the noblest professions—but for many educators in America today, it’s also one of the most dangerous. Beyond lesson plans and grading rubrics lies a less visible reality: verbal abuse, intimidation, and in some cases, outright physical violence. This is the story of Mr. Jonathan Reyes, a high school history teacher from Cleveland, Ohio, whose strength and...
