Penn State Hammel Family Human Rights Initiative

If you happen to be in #SouthernCalifornia March 18, please join us for the first rough cut screening my new #Documentary , "Interceptor." It's a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the #IronDome through the eyes of its inventor: jewishnewport.com/templates/arti…

🌟 Meet Kayleen! 🌟 After 14 years teaching social studies, she now supports 5 programs across PA & NJ & runs our communications! She loves traveling, collaborating & seeing educators thrive. Off-duty? She’s with her nieces, her Rottweiler, or cheering on PSU & the Phillies!⚾

Exciting news! 🎉 This year, Southern Middle School teachers joined our long-time partnership with 10th & Penn School in Reading SD! 💡✨ With Dr. Danielle Butville & Lupe Kasper leading the way, this dedicated cohort is growing strong! 👏 #GrowingTogether #EducationMatters

This year, we took an exciting step—partnering with Pre-K teachers to foster empathy in young learners! 🌱💡 Building these skills early helps kids become deeper critical thinkers. 🧠✨ #EmpathyInEducation #EarlyLearning #FutureThinkers

✨ "It’s not just about the curriculum—it’s about reflection, intention & real change." ✨ A powerful reminder to pause, connect & make an impact. 💡👏 #EducationMatters #IntentionalTeaching #MakingADifference #EmpoweringEducators

📚💡 Did you know? We offer customized workshops to fit your district’s unique needs! 🙌 From year-long learning communities to tailored sessions, we’re here to support educators & tackle challenges together. 🌟 Let’s create meaningful change! #EmpoweringEducators #education

✨ Throwback Thursday! ✨ ✨ #ThrowbackThursday! ✨ A year ago, we launched our Teaching Difficult Issues module for educators! 🎉💡 Proud to support teachers in tackling tough topics with confidence & care. Here’s to growth & meaningful conversations! 🙌 #EmpoweringEducators

🌟 Partner Spotlight: Keystone Central SD! 🌟 For 3 years, we’ve worked with this amazing Central PA district, including participants in their 3rd year & former participant-turned-co-facilitator Sara Strouse! In Dec, they tackled tough issues with meaningful discussions. #Edchat

Educator Spotlight: Molly Dallmeyer! Molly, a history teacher at Dallastown Area SD (PA), inspires students to think critically in her Holocaust class. A 2nd-year participant in our program, she’s helping students ask deeper, meaningful questions this year. #TeacherAppreciation

Bill Watkins, guidance counselor at Absegami High School & 2nd-year participant in our program, presented to future counselors at Seattle University via Zoom. This year, he’s focused on helping families "shop" wisely for college.

@DrBradJohnson We love this! Empowering students and giving them agency is at the heart of what we do. Thank you for supporting educators as they inspire the next generation to lead change. 🌟 #HumanRightsEducation #EmpowerStudents

Belief is contagious.

Teachers from our programs recently shared their human rights stories with students at @PSU_CollegeOfEd, Seattle University, and Old Dominion. Our program empowers educators to take their lessons beyond their classroom.🌟 Learn more: 🔗psu.edu/news/bellisari… #TeachersInspire

🌍✨ This #GivingTuesday, let’s empower future global citizens! Your support makes this possible. 💛 Donate today: give.psu.edu/schools/PennSt… #EducationMatters #GlobalCitizens #SupportTeachers #FutureLeaders

FLIFF is screening my documentary, a teacher's story that can help Florida students | Opinion sun-sentinel.com/2024/11/10/fli…

@HelpATeacher It’s why our Initiative centers teachers as the professionals who conduct their own learning. As former teachers we recognize teachers working their classrooms are the experts!!

This.

So true. 🧡 🌐 teachergoals.com

The Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival will screen a Penn State faculty member's critically acclaimed documentary during a special event on Nov. 13. psu.edu/news/bellisari…

'Class of Her Own' wins Best #Documentary Feature at a film festival in #Canada and is slated to screen next month in #Finland psu.edu/news/bellisari…

Please join us virtually at noon Nov. 19 for "Class of Her Own: What We Can Learn From a Rebel Teacher." It's free and open to the public: cvent.me/W7RR57?sms=2

@teachergoals @WeinsteinEdu We ask teachers to approach their students with an asset-based lens, educators should be afforded the same opportunities and so that they can flourish!

Do you agree? 🎙 @WeinsteinEdu