“The real safety of our nation is preparing this next generation so that they can take our place and be the leaders of the world.” Geoffrey Canada, Founder of Harlem Children’s Zone Why are we still clinging to an education system that has barely changed in 50 years and is still failing millions of our nation’s children? One of our …

“I’m excited about the opportunity to give all our teachers the support they want and deserve.” – Bill Gates Great teachers make a huge difference in the lives of their students. Hope for Students believes every child in America should have access to the best teachers on the planet. Unfortunately, our system is falling short of this promise. Our country …

“I open the doors to a building dedicated to building, yet only breaks me down.” – Malcolm London Food for thought and fuel for a movement. Don’t miss this amazing performance by young spoken-word poet Malcolm London. His feisty, passionate performance takes on the Chicago education system in which he grew up. “High School Training Ground” lifts the curtain on …

“Anybody who’s ever worked with me will tell you I am known for my slogans. So today, I am going to use three that have been paramount in our quest for change.” – Linda Cliatt-Wayman, Principal at Strawberry Mansion School What does it take to fix a broken school? When expectations for students and teachers have already hit rock bottom, …

“Every child deserves a champion.” – Rita Pierson Think about the people who have made the biggest difference in your life. What did they all have in common? How did they make you feel? Listen in as Rita Pierson, a veteran of America’s classrooms for 40 years, shares the secrets of unlocking young hearts and minds, and unleashing the purpose …