Context, perspective and empathy: how teachers tackle controversy

The Israel-Palestine conflict is emotionally charging for many BBHS students, and teachers must navigate through the noise with civic discourse
May 2, 2024 at 12:54 a.m.
A photo reportedly taken in the Gaza Strip amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas War. Blind Brook students have emotional connections to conflict in the Middle East, and teachers must teach them different perspectives while covering the news.
A photo reportedly taken in the Gaza Strip amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas War. Blind Brook students have emotional connections to conflict in the Middle East, and teachers must teach them different perspectives while covering the news. (Courtesy photo of Photo by Mohammed Ibrahim|Unsplash)

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