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  • What If: The Baltic Defense League

    In an alternate history, a unified military confederation in Eastern Europe effectively counters Bolshevik expansion, significantly altering regional dynamics and preventing World War II.

  • Happy Snow Day Kentucky

  • The Bill of Rights Turns 233

    Using comics to teach the Bill of Rights engages students by transforming abstract legal principles into relatable narratives, facilitating understanding of constitutional law through visual storytelling and current events.

  • The Heart of Leadership: Valuing Others Above Self

    Today’s conversation with my freshmen about altruistic and culturally competent leadership reminded me why I love teaching government and civics. When we stripped away all the complexity, the students kept circling back to something fundamental: real leaders care about other people more than themselves. This isn’t the leadership we see valorized in movies or celebrated…

  • Keep Discovery at Udvar-Hazy: A Case for Preserving Context Over Politics

    The article argues for keeping Space Shuttle Discovery at Udvar-Hazy, emphasizing its historical context, accessibility, and educational value, while proposing Houston focus on modern spaceflight narratives.

  • December 2025: Celebrating Traditions, Reflection, and Global Understanding

    December 2025 encourages celebrating diverse traditions, reflecting on personal growth, and fostering cultural understanding through various educational activities, ensuring inclusive and joyful learning experiences in classrooms.