Our schools thrive when we build on assets, not identify deficits. That’s why I’m running for the #TXSBOE. Learn more about my vision for #TXSchools at victorsampson.org

Texas is moving toward a state-mandated reading list for all schools. 👉 www.texastribune.org/2026/01/28/t... That means less teacher choice, more test alignment, and a narrower curriculum. I oppose it and explain why here: 👉 victorsampson.org

This is just one reason why our education priorities in Texas needs to change. Read all about here. www.texastribune.org/2026/01/30/t.... See what I plan to do when I’m elected to the Texas State Board of Education at www.victorsampson.org.

Standards should build thinkers, not memorizers. That’s why I’m running for the #TXSBOE. Learn more about my vision for #TXSchools at victorsampson.org

🚨New paper alert!🚨 Super proud of the work that went into this one, which includes a systematic review and MEGA-ANALYSIS of the development of sense of belonging in STEM education across Grades K-12, with special attention to gender differences. (1/N) link.springer.com/article/10.1...

We need people with expertise in education making decisions about education. That’s why I’m running for the #TXSBOE. Learn more about my vision for #TXSchools at victorsampson.org.

Teachers are professionals. They deserve autonomy, more opportunities to collaborate with each other, and meaningful support not constant mandates and micromanagement. That’s why I’m running for the #TXSBOE. Learn more about my vision for #TXSchools at victorsampson.org.

Education policy should support learning, not police schools. Accountability must measure growth, opportunity, and meaningful outcomes—not just test scores. That’s why I’m running for the #TXSBOE. Learn more about my vision for #TXSchools at victorsampson.org.

The Texas State Board of Education should use research, not personal opinion, to guide policy and I bring more expertise in research on teaching and learning than any candidate running for the #TXSBOE. Learn more about my background and vision for #TXSchools at victorsampson.org.

Compliance doesn’t lead to learning. Support builds growth. That’s why I’m running for the #TXSBOE. Learn more about my vision for #TXSchools at victorsampson.org

Schools should be places students want to be. That’s why I’m running for the #TXSBOE. Learn more about my vision for #TXSchools at victorsampson.org.

Motivation matters. Belonging matters. Joy matters. That’s why I’m running for the #TXSBOE. Learn more about my vision for #TXSchools at victorsampson.org

We can do better than surface-level recall. We need TEKS that are designed to help students learn how to make sense of the world using disciplinary ideas and practices. That’s why I’m running for the #TXSBOE. Learn more about my vision for #TXSchools at victorsampson.org.

Texas students deserve learning experiences that develops real understanding. That’s why I’m running for the #TXSBOE. Learn more about my vision for #TXSchools at victorsampson.org.

Education policy should be grounded in research and expertise. That’s why I’m running for the #TXSBOE. Learn more about my vision for #TXSchools at victorsampson.org

I’m running for the district 5 seat on the Texas State Board of Education! Please checkout my platform and priorities at www.victorsampson.org.

Check out our new video about using our Model-Based Inquiry Plannign template! youtu.be/DjY3TbB3VLk?...

I’ve been sharing a lot about my new books that were written for Texas teachers. I also have #NGSS aligned versions. All 3D and designed to make learning experience more meaningful and equitable. Here is Physics. Grab a copy at shop.argumentdriveninquiry.com/collections/... or Amazon. #EDUsky #SciEd

For those who need to see the connection between funding STEM and STEM Education research and your everyday life, please check out this article. www.nytimes.com/2025/05/16/s...

The MBI team's most recent article is out in Science Scope! It describes a middle school earth science unit where students work to explain the processes that created different rock layers and the environments they represent. Check it out! #scied #scienceteachers www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

Hey y’all! New physics book is out. This one is aligned with the TEKS. 8 3D investigations that give students a chance to use physics to make sense of the world around them. Grab a copy on Amazon or at shop.argumentdriveninquiry.com/collections/...

Are you going to be in Philly for #NSTA2025 this week? If so, join me at one my sessions!

Excited to be speaking at #NSTA in Philly! Join me on March 29 at 11:40 AM as I share how Smithsonian’s STEAM Readers can boost literacy and engagement in middle school science. Let’s make science make sense—one reader at a time! @tcmpub.bsky.social

Come hang out with me at #NSTASpring25 on Friday morning to learn about heuristics and tools for identifying phenomena to frame meaningful instruction and assessment opportunities. I know it's early, but it'll be fun! #NGSSchat #SciEd

It's National Science Teaching Association's conference week, and many of the 2024-2025 Albert Einstein Fellows will be there to share their expertise. We'd love to see you at one or more of our sessions and posters. Will we see you in Philadelphia? #einsteinfellows24 #NSTASpring25 #Philly25

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Join us at #NSTA in Philly and explore how Smithsonian STEAM Readers build students' literacy skills while fostering curiosity, creativity, and innovation! 📚✨ Catch the session on March 29 at 11:40 AM! @ontheballeducator.bsky.social

Learn more about our tools and the impact of our work at 5dassessment.org. Invest in #SciEd #ProtectNSFFunding #SciEd #NGSSchat

Very excited to be going to my first NSTA conference to share about discourse in science classrooms with my colleague Elyse! Join us at a session! 💬🔬 #NSTA25 #Philly25 #NSTASpring25 #TeacherSphere

Hey Texas Chemistry Teachers! Check out Argument-Driven Inquiry: 3D investigations for Chemistry. If you are trying to focus on concepts, recurring themes, and practices at the same time - this book will be super helpful. #EduSky #NGSS #chemistry

Excited to see this special issue on ways to address misinformation, disinformation, and science denial in the Journal of Research in Science Teaching! Look forward to reading more about these 10 pedagogical strategies for tackling these issues! buff.ly/esjXVB0 #PsychSciSky #AcademicSky #EduSky

A short article about reading comprehension www.kqed.org/mindshift/65...

New book out. Check out IPC for Texas. #SciEd #EduSky #NGSS

NCSE is launching a new podcast! Hosted by Mat Kaplan (former host of Planetary Radio), Safeguarding Sound Science combats misinformation, disinformation, and misconceptions with actual science. Season One is the Climate Edition. You can subscribe now wherever you listen to your podcasts. #SciEd

Biology teachers in Texas - this one is for you! #SciEd #EduSky #ngss

My book Argument-Driven Inquiry: 3D investigations for 8th grade science, Texas Edition is out!!! Be sure to check out the investigation about the weird path of Hurricane Harvey! It is really cool. You can grab a copy on Amazon or shop.argumentdriveninquiry.com/products/arg... #SciEd #EduSky #ngss

I’m honored to be speaking at the 2025 NSTA National Conference on Science Education in Philadelphia! It’s the biggest event for science educators. Don’t miss it—register today! i.snoball.it/p/43KG/i/1 #NSTASpring25 #SciEd #EduSky

Quick announcement. Argument-Driven Inquiry for 7th grade, Texas Edition is out! Give it a read if you teach in Texas and want more 3D learning happening in your classroom. #SciEd #EduSky

I am excited to announce that another one of my newest books - Argument-Driven Inquiry in 6th Grade Science Texas has just be published. Be sure to check out Invasive Poison Hemlock in Texas. It is one of my favorite investigations. Let me know if you want a link to a digital preview!

Excited 2 have our (me, @rongray76.bsky.social , Yue Bai, Stefanie Chase) piece titled “The Iterative Design of a Model-Based Inquiry Unit Planning Tool for Preservice Science Teachers” accepted for publication in the Journal of Science Teacher Education - part of our NSF IUSE funded work

Hey all! Check out the newly released Argument-Driven Inquiry for 5th grade Texas Edition. 3D investigations and detailed lesson notes. I’m really proud of this one. If you want to flip through a digital version, let me know and I’ll send you a link!

New book alert! This one is for teachers who teach 4th grade in Texas. #SciEd #NGSS #EduSKY

I am excited to announce the publication of one my newest books - Argument Driven Inquiry: Three Dimensional investigations for 3rd Grade Texas Edition. You can find it on Amazon (a.co/d/dGcLP0W) or at the ADI store (lnkd.in/gSCumN-G). #SciEd #EduSky

Worth a read: www.ascd.org/el/articles/...

Thought I would share some of the resources created for supporting #climatechangeed by the @stemteachingtool.bsky.social So here is a great resource for sharing with educational leaders, colleagues, and parents stemteachingtools.org/brief/12 @philipbell.bsky.social

Hi all! Greetings from CAST in San Antonio.