Claire and Anna are parents of MPS students who have advocated for a gender inclusion policy in Minneapolis Public Schools. This episode explores what is included in the new MPS gender inclusion policy, how we work to hold the district accountable for following it, and their own journeys as advocates for their kids and all MPS students.

There is so much wisdom from this group of students, that we are bringing you Part 2 of a two-part series These young women cover senioritis, the draw of skipping class, how our classrooms have changed post-pandemic, and what it means to be a black student in MPS.

There is so much wisdom from this group of students, that we are bringing you Part 1 of a two-part series tomorrow. These young women cover senioritis, the draw of skipping class, how our classrooms have changed post-pandemic, and what it means to be a black student in MPS.

Belonging in Classrooms: Stories of Anti-Racism in Minneapolis Public Schools Patrick Carpenter is an Interventionist at South High School. Patrick joins us to talk about the ways intervention triads have impacted students and their relationship with school, along with the ways he prioritizes relationships with students.

Elliott Woody is the Physical Education teacher at Olson Middle School. Mr. Woody joins us to talk about how he builds relationships with students through athletics, the challenges of meeting a diverse set of needs, and the role a gymnasium plays in a community.

Joey Lash, Social Studies Teacher at Olson Middle School, joins us to talk about how he supports his students through balancing high expectations, authenticity, and deep belief in what they are capable of.

Emily Renner is the Social Emotional Learning Teacher on Special Assignment and Behavior Interventionist at Nellie Stone Johnson. Ms. Emily joins us to talk about the ways she supports students through social and emotional skill building.

Coach Marshall, Coach T, and Junior Coach Alondra join Heather to talk about the work that Playworks does in MPS schools to support healthy, inclusive play environments for all students.