🔑 Valid assessments are about removing barriers so students show what they really know. Choice in how they demonstrate learning is the path to fairness. #LeadInclusion #UDL #InclusiveEd #EdLeaders #EduSky

CANVA!! When using Magic Eraser to edit a photo you can detect and erase TEXT! This is HUGE!! YAY! A much better start to my day than yesterday when I had a 🪰 fly in my coffee ☕️ #EduSky

A4 Be intentional about the opportunities and planning you do for joy and engagement in your classroom and school. #buildhopeedu

A3 Engagement looks like students looking, asking questions, showing excitement, participating in activities. #buildhopeedu

A2 If our students don’t experience joy when they are around our classrooms and schools, we miss out on an opportunity for connection and extended learning in a trusted environment. #buildhopeedu

A1 I include students’ interests and hot topics to support and promote engagement and interest. Games, clips, actions. Their responses show joy! #buildhopeedu

Good evening! Elyse in Texas! Elementary life skills teacher for students with high support needs. Animals bring me joy! #buildhopeedu

Join us tonight, Sunday, July 20th @ 9pm EST/8pm CST for our weekly #BuildHOPEedu chat. Tonight we talk about Joy and Engagement in the Classroom. It all begins with us. #CodeBreaker #sunchat #EduSky #education #learning #LeadLAP #JoyfulLeaders #community #tlap #teachpos #together #class #joy

It's #coffeeEDU (virtual) for DFW today! Consider hosting your own CoffeeEDU. Rules: 1 hour to the minute It's unconference so you don't pick the topic in advance All educators are welcome! Just pick a time and location that works for you! #EduSky

Super excited to join in & present at #ISTELive & #ASCDAnnual in San Antonio. Looking forward to connecting & reconnecting with so many too.

BIG NEWS‼️Join me for a summer book study! Registration information is below and you can find all the details on my blog. #RemakeLiteracy #reading #Writing #vocabulary #Makerspaces #STEAMmakers jaciemaslyk.blogspot.com/2025/06/rema... Let's rethink our literacy practices and have some fun!

🧠 Coaching isn’t just about strategy—it’s about trust. To support teachers effectively, coaches need strong, respectful relationships. Here’s how to build them from day one. buff.ly/hwnmbw9 #edusky

I’ve never used Canva to create presentations but have created graphics and documents. Any resources or tips to learn? #canva

05/13/25 Teachers who make a positive impact don’t just stand in front of kids, they lead their learning. #TeacherAppreciationTuesday #DontBeAfraidToBeAwesome

I had to take a step back from social media this spring due to professional obligations pulling me in all directions. I am excited to jump back into chats and social media soon. ♥️

Students don't care how much you know until they know how much you care. #education #teachers #EduSky

Looking for more ways to make sure every student feels seen and supported? Join moderators @dawsonedtech.bsky.social and @fuglefun.bsky.social for this Thursday's #T2Tchat about SEL strategies!

Tip Tuesday! It happens. You close a browser tab and then, oops, you realize you actually wanted to keep that tab open. You have options for reopening the closed tab in Chrome: ⌨️ Keyboard shortcut 🖱️ Right-click tab bar ⬇️ Search Tabs button ↖️ File menu

A4 Leadership, in conjunction with the school community, can take on new ideas, cultivate kindness, model & support innovation through acts of kindness, & curate HOPE in the actions and reactions that involve the school and community. Kindness is a whole school effort. #buildhopeedu

A3 Innovation can break the mold of just sharing kindness one way. Innovation can absolutely be intertwined in kindness. The sky is the limit on how we can share kindness. #buildhopeedu

A2 Innovation breaks the mold of “always done” and thinks outside the box. Innovation brings forth creativity. #buildhopeedu

A1) Kindness is free! Especially in our current climate, we need our students to remember that it’s never too difficult to be and/or do something kind. There is no act of kindness too big or too small! #BuildHOPEedu

A1. Our kids need to learn there’s more to life than just grades and competition. They need to feel with their heart’s and they learn through teachings of empathy, compassion, kindness, and hope. They need to hope will be there to guide them through any problems. #buildhopeedu

A1 It is vital to focus on kindness & compassion to provide an in person model for our students. We cultivate a positive culture together every day with students and staff. #buildhopeedu

Q1 Why is it important to focus on kindness and compassion in our schools? #BuildHOPEedu

Hi everyone! Elyse in Texas. K-5 life skills T, mentor, and speaker. I love handwritten notes and surprise cups of coffee or tea. #buildhopeedu

A3 A lot of what we do in elementary is provide options and explore different tools. My students love Code Spark and Scratch Jr. #Eduskychat

As someone who developed curriculum for LEGO robotics in particular and taught them K-12, I have lots of good experience using robotics K-12 and not waiting until high school or later. Younger students can do so much especially with LEGO robotics as the leverage their LEGO experience. #EduSkyChat

A2 As AI evolves, schools and teachers can teach students how to use this tool while continuing to learn. Teachers can also support students creating their authentic works while using tools at times. #Eduskychat

A1 As careers and the workforce evolves, students need the ability to adapt, pivot, speak up, ask questions, and problem solve to support their longevity and work ethic. #Eduskychat

Elyse in North Texas! Life skills teacher, mentor, and speaker. #Eduskychat

Why are brain breaks so effective? In a recent @edutopia.org article, I unpack the research and share 6 tips to keep students focused during a lesson. #EduSky #EdResearch www.edutopia.org/article/6-re...

Have friends who want to move to #bluesky that need guidance? Share my latest @edutopia.org article on Bluesky, with valuable contributions from @ditchthattextbook.com, @alicekeeler.com and @bbray27.bsky.social. www.edutopia.org/article/blue... #education #blackedusky #edusky

Snow in Texas! We love it!

A4 Pump up songs * Happy * Good morning by Mandisa * Black eyed peas & Journey * Overcomer by Mandisa * Rockin Robin * The Champion #Rethink_Learning

A3 Qualities of a rockstar: I am flexible, organized, knowledgeable, & up for a challenge. I can even carry a tune if needed. Working on carrying on a collaborative role with others. #Rethink_Learning

A2 Talk it out, go for a walk, laugh, listen to music, or just shut off all the things for a bit. #Rethink_Learning

A1 My people, dogs, and family bring me joy! #Rethink_Learning

A4 We can tie in growth and hope by encouraging and cheering others on when they set goals as well as seeing their goal come into fruition. #buildhopeedu

A3 we can continue to share hope by sharing our goals, encouraging others to set goals, and checking in. We are truly better together. #buildhopeedu

A2 I have joined a study group and am also participating in a class to focus on what I need. I’m a little concerned about the constructive responses #buildhopeedu

A1 Professional-finishing certification testing and adding my principalship on my certificate. I have started studying & joined a group. #buildhopeedu

Elyse in North Texas jumping back into that’s after the holidays. K-5 life skills teacher and mentor. #buildhopeedu

🩷Gratitude Giveaway🩷 I’m giving away a copy of my book, #PheMOMenal Teacher: Pursue Your Dreams and still Be Your Best Self at Work and at Home 🌟 bc I’m grateful for this new #EduSky community! To Enter: 1️⃣ Like 2️⃣ Repost 3️⃣ Follow me 4️⃣ Tag someone who would love this book Giveaway closes 11.30.24.

Tips for Embracing Help: 🩷Recognize where you need support. 🩷Ask for help when needed. 🩷Offer assistance to others when you can. 🩷Express gratitude to those who help. 🩷Build a reliable support network. We are better together! #PheMOMenal #EduSky #tlap @burgessdave.bsky.social

Have you seen this year's featured speakers for #DitchSummit??? 🔥🔥🔥 Topics include student curiosity, AI, student voice, PBL, practical teaching ideas, and much more! ➡️ Register for this FREE online conference for educators Dec 16 to Jan 10: ditchsummit.com

I love Catlin Tucker's material and this does not disappoint - assessing soft skills catlintucker.com/2017/09/teac... #EduSky

A3 This school year, I’ve had to learn to lean on what I cherish when life gets crazy. This has been with relationships, connections, and through pictures of nature & my dogs because they demand my attention. #eduskychat

A2 Holidays can be busy. I still schedule time for what I love whether that’s family, social, reading, or time for myself. Once it’s scheduled, it happens. #eduskychat

A1 From school mode to rest mode looks like sleeping in, watching movies, and enjoying the slower pace. #eduskychat