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Syeita Rhey-Fisher

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Hartford, Connecticut

Syeita Rhey-Fisher is a third-grade teacher at Global Communications Academy in Hartford, Connecticut, and has recently completed a master’s in teacher leadership.

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Posted July 21, 2017

My Students Think That ‘Being an Author Isn’t Really for Black People’

Recently, I worked with a group of middle school students on an extended-day literary magazine publication. We discussed potential careers…

By Syeita Rhey-Fisher

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Posted June 10, 2015

They Mislabeled Me, But I Won’t Let That Happen to My Students

I initially hated the way I grew up but I have grown to appreciate the strength and perseverance my past…

By Syeita Rhey-Fisher

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Posted Jan. 18, 2022

Lawmakers Pay Teachers Lip Service, But from Subs to Curriculum, They Don’t Respect Us

The other day, my wife and I watched the first episode of the new sitcom Abbott Elementary.  In this episode, there’s a hilarious scene where…

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Posted Jan. 10, 2022

America Is Losing Sight Of Teachers’ Humanity

Do you remember when teachers were heroes? It was a pretty great week. I got a couple of Amazon gift cards from my students and…

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Posted Jan. 13, 2022

Explained: How to Run for Your Local School Board

School boards (in some states “school committees”) sit at the intersection of civic engagement, local politics, and community service. The school board is a team…

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