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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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March 10, 2016
Connecting Relay’s Alumni Community
New platform builds alumni engagement with Relay and with each other.

February 8, 2016
Training Data Literate Teachers
A new MSDF and WestEd case study highlights Relay among four featured teacher preparation programs.

December 8, 2015
Relay Educating Record Number of Teachers of Color
Relay Teaching Residency will help fill a critical need for more diverse teachers nationwide.

November 18, 2015
Relay Forms New Teacher Prep Center
Relay and leading education partners establish new national center to advance teacher preparation.

November 9, 2015
K-12 Symposium 2015
Relay will offer hands-on professional development to veteran educators at the K-12 Symposium.

October 6, 2015
Relay Tutor Corps Launches in Two Cities
Undergraduates will support middle schoolers in Houston and New Orleans, while exploring teaching.

Spotlight on: Relay's People
April 14, 2025
Employee Spotlight: Nicole Holland
Relay is launching a new tradition to celebrate the incredible staff who make our work possible. This month, we spotlight Nicole Holland, Director of Human Resources. Inspired by her mother’s journey in education, Nicole brings a passion for HR that ensures every process reflects care and humanness. Learn more about Nicole’s journey to Relay.







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