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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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May 3, 2018

Holding Our Breath: An Open Letter to Ambitious Underrepresented People of Color

"The more we hold it, the better we become at doing so, and the more accustomed we become to the silencing nature of the act."
April 16, 2018

Relay Launches Teacher Residency Program In Atlanta

Relay’s 16th campus will offer opportunities for aspiring teachers, school leaders
November 16, 2017

Relay New Orleans Partners with Local Education Organizations to Recruit and Train Teachers

The U.S. Department of Education awards nearly $13 million to a group of New Orleans universities and non-profits for teacher recruitment and preparation.
October 18, 2017

Educator Summit

Relay GSE and Character Lab Host Second Annual Educator Summit: Character in 3D
October 3, 2017

Relay’s Network of Educators Increase by 40 Percent in 2017.

Relay opens three new campuses across the U.S. along with an increase in enrollment for its teacher and school leader programs.
September 6, 2017

Relay Stands with Dreamers

Relay Condemns Decision to End DACA and Calls on Congress to Protect Dreamers.

Spotlight on: Relay's People

July 21, 2025

Alumni Spotlight: Starr Winburn

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.
June 18, 2025

Relay Alumni: JenaLynn Settles