Season 2, Episode 2
Students First
Told by Sally J. Zepeda

Do your students know how much you care? What does having high standards really mean? In this tale, first-year teacher Sally Zepeda reflects on these questions with the guidance of an experienced mentor. She learns the important lesson of teaching students first, subjects second.

Season 2, Episode 1
Having A Vision
Told by Barbara R. Blackburn

When the state mandates that her students must pass an achievement test to be promoted to high school, Barbara Blackburn responds to the challenge. She creates a vision of a successful school year, and she makes that vision a reality with rigorous instruction, support, and motivation for each of her students.