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Gottmik (a.k.a Kade Gottlieb)

Gottmik (a.k.a. Kade Gottlieb) is an American drag performer, actor, and makeup artist. The first transgender male to compete on RuPaul’s Drag Race, Gottmik has since graced the covers of British Vogue and Out, and has been profiled in global publications such as Vogue, Allure, InStyle, C*ndy, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, and Entertainment Weekly, among others. In 2021, Gottmik was featured on Variety’s “Power of Young Hollywood” list. In addition to touring the US and Europe as a celebrated drag performer, Gottmik has been featured in various fashion campaigns including Versace and  Savage X Fenty and hosted the red carpet at the MTV Movie & TV Awards.
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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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