New York City teachers reflect on their experiences during the September 11 attacks, recalling the emotional and logistical challenges they faced in the aftermath while ensuring students' safety and continuity of education. Many describe the immediate confusion and fear as they navigated disrupted routines, from evacuations to the absence of school buildings, while also grappling with personal losses within their own communities. Decades later, educators share how they now approach teaching about the event in classrooms, balancing historical accuracy with the need to address students’ questions about trauma, resilience, and the lasting impact on the city. Their accounts highlight both the enduring scars of the tragedy and the ways schools have become spaces for remembering, healing, and fostering dialogue.
25 years later: NYC teachers share their memories of 9/11 and how they teach about it today Chalkbeat
