This will be my last post exploring young adult issues in HBO’s Euphoria, and I want to thank all of you for going on this journey with me! I have found that I’ve learned more…
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Banned Books
Banned Books Week is here! The week of September 18 – September 24, 2022, teachers and librarians from all over will be celebrating the literature that has the power and potential to challenge and shape…
The Ripple Effects of Queer Repression in Euphoria’s Characters
HBO’s groundbreaking series, Euphoria, has garnered widespread acclaim as a gritty, no-holds-barred “representation of the modern LGBTQ experience.” And while the show itself portrays queer identity in a widely accepted light, there’s also an unsettling…
Addressing the Cycle of Teen Dating Violence in HBO’s Euphoria
Welcome back to my second post discussing the multiple issues facing young people in HBO’s hit series, Euphoria. I have found the show incredibly compelling in so many ways, especially from the viewpoint of an…
The Unsettling Relevance of HBO’s Euphoria in Today’s Schools
I’m not sure if you’ve heard the buzz surrounding HBO’s Euphoria, but I’m currently obsessed with it. As I watched the pilot episode, I found myself fighting a kind of internal battle where one part…
Is Closure in the Purview of the Law?
Is Closure in the Purview of the Law? In other words, can the legal system provide closure to victims and/or victims’ families? That is the question addressed in my Emmett Till Dilemma One Sheet activity….
5 Strategies for Teaching Resilience at the Post-Secondary Level
Students who embark on their post-secondary journey are often filled with excitement and anticipation about this next important milestone of their lives. For many young adults, leaving for college is the first time they’re truly…
Creating a Culture of Support for Students Experiencing Adversity
With all of the events that have unfolded in the past few years, it’s easy to imagine adversity lurking behind every corner like a bad penny that just keeps showing up. And if you’ve read…
Summer Reads for Social Justice
Social Justice and Critical Race Theory are concepts that have been around for years, but are just now gaining attention in the media. This is a ripe opportunity for educators and administrators to read, listen,…
How to Engage Adult Learners in the Post-Secondary Classroom
Student engagement in the classroom is at the forefront of most discussions and professional development. And for good reason. But what does engagement mean, exactly? And how can that apply to post-secondary learning institutions such…