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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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January 5, 2026
The Power of a New Year Culture Reset in K–12 Schools
January offers schools a rare gift: a natural reset point. After the intensity of the fall semester, leaders and teachers have the chance to pause, reflect, and intentionally re-center their school culture around the values and behaviors that help students thrive. A well-executed “culture reset” isn’t about starting over—it’s about realigning the community and giving everyone a fresh, focused beginning.
July 22, 2025
Prioritizing Teacher Appreciation and Wellness: Summer Tips for Administrators
May 8, 2025
Creating Classroom Culture Through Collective Dialogue
Small but powerful language adjustments represent a fundamental mindset shift in how educators approach student engagement.
April 14, 2025
Five Steps for Sustaining Your Passion as an Educator
Relay professor and author MaryAnn DeRosa likens the teaching profession to scaling Mount Everest—a challenging yet rewarding endeavor demanding persistence and passion. She shares five strategies for keeping educators going in tough times.
December 20, 2024
Relay's Impact in Texas
Relay teachers are making a big difference in Texas, according to a new study by researchers at Texas Tech University. Relay-trained teachers got high marks for student academic growth, teacher retention, BIPOC representation, and low suspension rates.
October 21, 2024
Relay Graduate School of Education Pioneers AI-Powered Teacher Simulators with Major Seed Funding
Funding from NewSchools Venture Fund will help Relay develop a program that will provide early-career teachers with real-time feedback, blending AI technology with human coaching.
Spotlight on: Relay's People
June 18, 2025
Employee Spotlight: Victoria Quan Mack
This month, we’re excited to spotlight Victoria Quan Mack, Managing Director of Financial Planning & Analysis at Relay. From her early days as a K–12 teacher to her current role where she transforms data into digestible stories, Victoria’s career reflects her deep commitment to supporting educators. At Relay, she channels her love for Excel and organization to help teams make data-informed decisions that ultimately impact students. Learn more about Victoria’s path from the classroom to financial strategy and her secret talent for organizing everything in sight.
