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From the Smithsonian Museums

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The Power of a Teacher Who Dreams Big

In an interview with the Smithsonian Science Education Center, Dr. Melissa Collins, a veteran elementary school teacher shares her wisdom and expertise in supporting students with access to STEM opportunities and helping them imagine new possibilities for themselves

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Creativity and Co-Creation Bring Local Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Histories to the Classroom

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Teacher Experts From Across the U.S. Share Their Insights and Experience at the National Education Summit

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Inspiring Tomorrow's Earth Optimists Today

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In Conversation with 2024 National Teacher of the Year, Missy Testerman

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The Future Looks Bright According to Young American Inventor and Author, Gitanjali Rao

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Smithsonian Hosts an Education Conference Unlike Any Other This Summer

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Brown at 70: The Continued Pursuit Toward Equitable Education

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13 Innovative Programs That Invite Early Learners to Explore the Smithsonian

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Smithsonian Education Awards Ceremony Honors Outstanding Contributions of Educators to Inspire Learners Everywhere

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Going Deep Into Our Understanding of Our Ocean Planet Through Museum Learning

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Finding Our Place in Space Through the Lenses of Art, Culture, History and Science

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2023 Education Impact Report Released

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Learning Alongside the Smithsonian for the Hundredth Day of School

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Teaching a More Complete Picture of MLK

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A Summer Internship That Focuses on Inspiring Leaders and Changemakers

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Heritage, Science, and Culture Take Center Stage with Discovery Theater Performances for Students

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Educators from Across the Country Convene on the Chesapeake Bay with a Network of Fellow 'Earth Optimists'

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Smithsonian's Anacostia Community Museum's Message to Students: 'You, Too, Can Be a Changemaker'

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Field Trips at the National Postal Museum Deepen Student Learning and Connections

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