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The Relay blog is a space for educators, school leaders, and changemakers committed to expanding opportunity for every student. Here, we share practical strategies, classroom insights, research, and stories from schools and communities across the country. Grounded in practice and shaped by the experiences of educators in the field, these perspectives are meant to inspire connection, spark new ideas, and support the important work happening in classrooms every day.
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November 16, 2012
Relay: 'The Future of Teacher Training'
Relay Graduate School of Education is challenging how teachers get trained for the classroom.
October 26, 2012
Practice: Not Just for Jocks and Musicians
Doug Lemov highlights Relay's innovative, practice-based approach.
June 26, 2012
A New Type of Ed School
The journal EducationNext examines the new Relay Graduate School of Education.
June 20, 2012
Overhauling Education Schools
A governor and a prominent author on Relay and the future of teacher preparation.
August 5, 2011
Thinking Outside the Teacher-Prep Box
The state of New York is experimenting with a variety of approaches to training teachers.
July 22, 2011
Ed Schools' Pedagogical Puzzle
The New York Times examines a new model for teacher preparation: Relay Graduate School of Education.
Spotlight on: Relay's People
August 27, 2025
Employee Spotlight: Trevor Crandall
Meet Trevor Crandall, Relay’s Director of LMS Operations. From building his first computer after football practice to blending tech and creativity for his work today, Trevor brings curiosity, empathy, and problem solving to every challenge. With 11 years at Relay, he shares how serving others-and his cat Kasha-inspires him to be the “shining little sparkle” in someone's day.
