Counter Stories

Sarah Lancaster is many things. She is a public school teacher, a coach, a director of school plays, president of the local civic association, and as the only teacher of color in her rural school district, she’s an important connection between her students and the education system. Onamia is majority Indigenous students, and having grown up in the community, Lancaster made her journey back to make sure students were learning about and seeing themselves reflected in their education.

Guest: Sarah Lancaster, 2022 Minnesota Teacher of the Year

Show Notes

Sarah Lancaster is many things. She is a public school teacher, a coach, a director of school plays, president of the local civic association, and as the only teacher of color in her rural school district, she’s an important connection between her students and the education system. Onamia is majority Indigenous students, and having grown up in the community, Lancaster made her journey back to make sure students were learning about and seeing themselves reflected in their education.
Guest: Sarah Lancaster, 2022 Minnesota Teacher of the Year

What is Counter Stories?

We discuss race, identity, social justice and culture in a region grappling with demographic changes