Public opposition to the plan to reconstruct DLSD as a car-centric 8-lane road intensifies at last Friday's CMAP meeting, as the agency weighs climate and funding risks. @betterstreetschicago.org @itskylelucas.com @chicagocta.bsky.social @ctaction.org @aldermanlaspata.bsky.social @stevevance.net

Bring the cyclist safety stop (i.e. the Idaho Stop) to Illinois. It takes a brief moment to contact your state rep and express your support for it. The evidence is impressive: 14.5-23% drop in cycling accidents in states where this has already been legalized. activetrans.org/blog/safety-...

Donald Trump ended the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program last year. Tonight, as we have been doing since, the State of Illinois is stepping in where the federal government has failed our schools. I’m recognizing 28 schools as the 2026 Governor’s Blue Ribbon Schools.

Let's do this. www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtQ9...

A favorite photo from yesterday's evening walk.

NEA Exec. Director Kim Anderson challenges educators at #NEARA to be brave and resist injustice. "This administration only takes notice when we are united and loud, when we are brave enough to step up and step forward, and say, 'Not on our watch."

Congestion pricing by the # ‘s 6 months in: * 67k fewer drivers entering zone daily * Delays in Holland Tunnel down 65% * Traffic deaths down 32% so far in 2025 * $500m projected this year for MTA capital improvements * B’way attendance +12% * Subway ridership +7% So yes this program is a SUCCESS.

How lucky are we to hear from Andy Markus, our Education Support Professional of the Year? Andy so clearly demonstrates how custodial workers—and administrative staff, and bus drivers, and cafeteria workers—have a powerful role to play in the education of every child.

Teachers don't need more tech. They need smaller classes and more (paid) time for prep and instruction. But alas, the tech option means more profit for billionaires, while the latter would cost billionaires more in taxes. And so, in our current kleptocracy, tech is what teachers are going to get...

Everyone should be able to see themselves reflected in the books they read and feel comfortable about being the person they want to be. Find books in this list that reflect on the LGBTQ+ experience along with titles about pride, tolerance, and diversity:

The Trump admin just withheld $6.8B in critical education funding—money that overwhelmingly supports students through their local school districts. But together with @studentdefense.bsky.social, @edlawcenter.bsky.social, @afscmemd.org, and NAACP, we’re taking legal action to stop it.

PhET is such an important free resource for many science educators. If you can donate, please do!

Teachers of #Texas, we're headed your way! We are partnering with Texas A&M College of Education & Human Development to offer a free climate change workshop on April 4-5 in College Station. Please join us! There is still time to register - forms.gle/Axkv8UW7CNNq... #EduSky #TeacherSky #TeachClimate

Uptown funk? Some drivers are bummed about CDOT's proposal to convert parking to PBLs on Clark N. of Montrose. Here's why they shouldn't worry. chi.streetsblog.org/2025/03/18/u...

Science teachers: have you ever wanted to dig up dinosaurs and microfossils? Want to see the actual KT boundary and dig ancient ecosystems? Applications for the DIG Field School are now open! Hands down it is my favorite summer experience! @gpwilson11.bsky.social www.burkemuseum.org/education/ed...

Here's a picture of our snowy courtyard. It was from the first snowfall in Chicago a few days ago. It's so calming to watch and enjoy.

We will get more nuanced packs as more people come, but PLEASE let me know if you want to be added to the Science Educator starter pack! Leave a comment and we will get you on. Make sure to share too so that we can find more of us. go.bsky.app/FdpEmsi #SciEd #NGSS #Skyence 🧪

Fall break has begun and my dog has the right mood for it.

Making my own moss safari as inspired by @mosssafari.bsky.social! Collected some moss from around my school and letting it sit overnight. Had an initial look to see what was already there.

From May 2024 in Chicago. Absolutely stunning to see the northern lights on the shores of Lake Michigan.

Love the little creatures we find on our evening walks.