“Who gets to tell the story of history?”
- Sarah Egan-Reeves
- Jul 11
- 1 min read
As someone who has worked across classrooms, districts, and national programs, I’m always inspired by approaches that center student voice—especially in social studies. This recent article from ASCD, “Their Story in History: Authentic Student Voice in Social Studies,” is a must-read.
It reminds us that when students examine primary sources, share lived experiences, and engage in authentic dialogue, they don’t just learn history—they help shape it.
This aligns so deeply with what I’ve seen in my own work:
Students thrive when learning is culturally responsive.
Engagement increases when they feel seen, heard, and empowered.
Critical thinking grows when we invite them to ask why, not just memorize what.
In a time when educational equity and civic understanding are more important than ever, we must ask ourselves:
How are we making space for every student to share their voice in the story of history?
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