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Thinking Nation, a national 501(c)(3) committed to empowering students through inquiry by transforming social studies education from a content focus to a discipline that fosters historical thinking, is excited to announce an education partnership with four esteemed Washington, D.C. public charter schools, also known as Local Education Agencies (LEA): E.L. Haynes Public Charter School, Friendship Public Charter Schools, KIPP DC, and Maya Angelou Schools. This unique collaboration will be offered to students studying seventh grade United States History and tenth grade World History for the first year of the partnership which begins in spring 2025. Read more.
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We asked our Maya Scholars a tough question: Which of our amazing teachers remind them of these iconic on-screen legends? The results are in, and the vibes are unmatched!![]()
The Lineup:![]()
• 🏆 The “Denzel Washington” Energy![]()
• The Great Debaters & Remember the Titans vibes.![]()
• For the teacher who commands the room, drops life-changing wisdom, and pushes us to be our absolute best.![]()
• 🔥 The “Samuel L. Jackson” Energy![]()
• Coach Carter![]()
• For the teacher who keeps it 100% real, doesn’t play about our education, and always has that legendary “look.”![]()
• 🏫 The “Abbott Elementary” Crew![]()
• Janine, Gregory, and Barbara vibes.![]()
• For the teachers who are relatable, hilarious, and go above and beyond every single day for the culture.![]()
• 👑 The “Aunt Viv” Energy![]()
• The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. * For the teacher with the grace, the power, and that “don’t test me” elegance. She’s the blueprint.![]()
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Who do YOU think fits these roles? 👇![]()
Drop a name in the comments and tell us why! Let’s show some love to the real-life stars of Maya!
