Lesson Type: Featured Lesson

As hundreds of thousands of students and adults march to reduce gun violence we are reminded that being a citizen doesn’t only grant rights and privileges, but also presents the responsibility to work to improve our nation and local communities.  This student led march also serves to remind us that age shouldn’t stop us in working to bring about change in our community.

Pita Taufatofua, representing the tropical island nation of Tonga, seeks to inspire others as he pursues Olympic glory through grit, discipline and solidarity, and in the very unlikely sport of cross-country skiing.

Student club breaks through social isolation by assuring that no student dines alone.

A homeless man gives from his need and creates his own second chance.

See why 2016 World Series champion Anthony Rizzo says earning the 2017 Roberto Clemente award is his best achievement— a story of perseverance, solidarity and hope.

Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria have wrought incredible damage in the loss of life, the destruction of people’s homes, and for many, the loss of jobs. However, amidst these horrific disasters, we have also seen powerful stories of courage, generosity, resiliency and hope.

Serenity is a topic that we sometimes hear about but rarely take the time to consider. Today we have the opportunity to explore the importance of serenity, and how to calmly deal with negative developments in our lives through the story of a teacher and a student whose lives intersected not just in the classroom, but years later in a surprising way.

In America today, much of the news and emphasis in our lives focuses on what divides us rather than what does and could unite us. This lesson explores two stories that show us how empathy, compassion, generosity, and forgiveness can build unity and solidarity.