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Jake Weber

Jake Weber was trained at Juilliard and the Moscow Art Theatre. He has worked on stage and screen for over 20 years and is best known for his role on the television series Medium. His film credits include Dawn of the Dead, Meet Joe Black, The Cell, The Pelican Brief, and The Haunting of Molly Hartley. On television he has appeared in The Mind of the Married Man, American Gothic, and Something Wilder, among others.

Mental Health Awareness Month Resources

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and educators are increasingly aware that integrating social-emotional learning into the curriculum is critical if we want students to succeed both in and out of the classroom. Download the thematic educator guides on Teaching About Anxiety and Mindfulness and Teaching About Student Wellness. Explore our specially curated collections on

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Books for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Each May, we honor the stories, histories, and cultures of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Below is a selection of acclaimed fiction and nonfiction books by AANHPI creators to share with your students this month and throughout the year. AANHPI Creators – Middle School titles AANHPI Creators – High School titles .

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