There’s more than one way to teach/interpret a lesson.
Follow what’s right in your heart and find subtle ways to resist those things that are detrimental to you and your students. Remember that oftentimes, things are subject to interpretation. In these cases, consult with your innovator rebels and find creative ways to meet the requirements strategically. Save time by teaching several different standards with one topic.
Have it your way.
It takes as much energy (and sometimes more energy) to convince people to do something (or wait for them to do it) than it does for you to just do it. Obviously, this rule doesn’t apply to everything, so let your inner ninja advise you as to the best course of action. Your superpower is being incredibly clever and agile. You are a mental acrobat who will change the tide in your student’s favor.
Representation matters.
Set an example for others to follow and use role models to inspire change in your classroom. Give your students opportunities to learn from diverse viewpoints so that they can gain the repertoire of tools that they need to be agile and clever in whatever they face in their futures.