John Hobson is the assistant principal at Murray Elementary School in Albemarle County, Virginia. He is committed to helping young people understand their roles in a democracy through inquiry, civic engagement, and inclusive storytelling. Hobson has led initiatives such as “Reframing the Narrative” and the “Virginia Inquiry Collaborative,” both of which empower teachers to bring diverse voices and democratic principles into the classroom. His work has been featured in Social Education, Social Studies in the Young Learner, and Here and Now.