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From hands-on activities to lively debates to digital lessons that actually work, these teacher voices highlight the creativity and passion of teachers using our programs and how student success starts with active learning.

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Hillsboro School District

Across the Hillsboro School District, social studies instruction lacked cohesion. Teachers were building lessons on their own, pulling from a mix of materials that varied widely from classroom to classroom.

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Jeff Bouwman

Now teaching in a dedicated STEM lab that doubles as a robotics space, Jeff coaches both middle and high school robotics while teaching three elective classes and two core science classes.

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Dean Vaccaro

For nearly three decades, Dean Vaccaro has taught middle school Social Studies, primarily 8th-grade U.S. History, at Roton Middle School in Norwalk, Connecticut.

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Teaching with TCI: Real Impact

Every day, TCI teachers shape learning and inspire students in classrooms nationwide.

50 States
1.7M Students reached
200 New Districts
115K Teachers

Student Success Starts with Active Learning

Active learning is an instructional approach that encourages students to analyze, question, and apply knowledge—instead of passively receiving information.

TCI builds on this approach, moving beyond traditional lectures to empower teachers with a curriculum that offers interactive, student-centered experiences.

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Case Study

How to Build a Consistent K-12 Social Studies Program

Hillsboro K-12 School District in Oregon, with 26 elementary schools, four middle schools, and four high schools, selected TCI to help build a unified approach to social studies instruction, creating consistency without sacrificing classroom flexibility.

See How Hillsboro Made the Change to TCI
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See Why You Will Love TCI, Too!

Ready to see why so many teachers rely on TCI programs to elevate active learning and engagement in their classrooms?

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Teaching Together, Succeeding Together

When teachers share their stories and strategies, everyone learns and grows. In the TCI community, educators exchange real classroom experiences and practical tips that truly make a difference. Stay connected with TCI's communities.

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More From TCI Classrooms

Hear from the educators using TCI every day.

"For anyone just starting out with TCI, jump right in! The lessons are ready to go; they are planned with built-in engaging activities."
"We have a lot of great kids in the area who want to walk in and just want to be wowed. We all strive to create that magic and inspire kids to fall in love with science.”
“From the moment I was first introduced to TCI, I was blown away. TCI is hands-down the best of the best resource for teaching social studies."
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