Magazine ‘Ohana and ‘Āina: Connecting Family, Farming, and Freedom Join 16-year-old high school student Jade Onaka in this animated video as she explores her family’s history to learn about the farming practices and Indigenous food systems that sustained Hawaiians for generations. MAGAZINE A Family Finds Freedom Through Lakota Language Winona Little Owl narrates her family’s story of learning their Native language, Lakota, and how the journey helped them reclaim their freedom. Reimagining Education During The Pandemic A series of pieces answering questions about how to return to in-person learning and how to do schooling differently—and better—post-pandemic. We spoke with dozens of educators, caregivers, and students. We are grateful for their curiosity and, despite all, their optimism. MAGAZINE How to Help Students Socialize Again MAGAZINE How to Harness the Power of Parent Connection MAGAZINE How to Take Negative Feedback MAGAZINE How to Rethink School Staffing in the Pandemic’s Wake MAGAZINE How to Track Down a Missing Student MAGAZINE How to Tackle Misinformation at School Stories From One Day Magazine Go Back to High School, But Make it Perfect In this short fictional story, Peter Chu, a high school junior in Southern California, brings us along for an ideal first day of classes—if only in his dreams. Peter Chu Writer Clifton Johnson ‘Ohana and ‘Āina: Connecting Family, Farming, and Freedom Join 16-year-old high school student Jade Onaka in this animated video as she explores her family’s history to learn about the farming practices and Indigenous food systems that sustained Hawaiians for generations. Jade Onaka Director Joel Serin-Christ Author Leah Nichols Animator A Family Finds Freedom Through Lakota Language Winona Little Owl narrates her family’s story of learning their Native language, Lakota, and how the journey helped them reclaim their freedom. Winona Little Owl Director Leah Nichols Animator Faviola Leyva Video Producer Juneteenth Through a Teacher’s Lens A photo essay of Black Independence Day celebrations in two Dallas neighborhoods Joel Serin-Christ Author Elroy "EJ" Johnson Photographer Love Story: Summer (Institute) Lovin’, Happened So Fast It was a crush turned epic love story between two alums, but an ocean and two years apart in two different regions – New Mexico and Hawaiʻi – tested their love. Through time and distance, their flame remained lit. Now they have their happily ever after. Paula Ann Solis How to Harness the Power of Parent Connection Reap the rewards of newfound parent partnership by offering more than the occasional update. Marquita Brown Senior Editor, One Day Digital LA Johnson Illustrator How to Help Students Socialize Again Now more than ever, prioritize strong relationships over strong test scores. Leah Fabel Jessica Fregni Writer-Editor, One Day LA Johnson Illustrator How to Take Negative Feedback Parents sat in the back of your virtual classroom all year, and now they have some notes. Paula Ann Solis LA Johnson Illustrator How to Tackle Misinformation at School When conspiracy theories surface in hallway chatter, proceed with curiosity. Leah Fabel LA Johnson Illustrator How to Rethink School Staffing in the Pandemic’s Wake It might be time to bring some creature comforts into the classroom. Laura Zingg Writer-Editor, One Day LA Johnson Illustrator SEE MORE Subscribe to Our Newsletter The monthly ‘One Day Today’ newsletter features our top stories, delivered straight to your in-box. Stories to Inform and Inspire OneDay Footer Main Top Issues Opinion Ideas & Solutions Policy & Advocacy Communities Magazine OneDay Footer Info About Us Explore Story Topics Opinion Submission Guidelines Send Us Feedback Privacy Policy Accessibility Update Email Preferences Terms of Use Teach For America is a proud member of the AmeriCorps national service network. Copyright 2020 Teach For America, Inc. All rights reserved. Teach For America logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Teach For America, Inc.