Israel’s Defense Minister has once again threatened unlawful force against civilians, attempting to justify violence with baseless smears. We will not be intimidated. The 'Madleen' is a peaceful civilian vessel, unarmed and sailing in international waters with humanitarian aid and ...2/

Do join the Race and Education Film Club on Thursday 19th June from 5.30- 6.30 pm BST to discuss this term’s documentary ‘Deconstructing Karen’, which looks at the theme of whiteness and gender. free-dm or leave a message below for an invite. #antiracism #filmclub #whiteness #deconstructingkaren

Are you a teacher of #RME in #Scotland ? Would you like to network with like-minded teachers? Please drop me a DM or leave a reply below and I’ll explain how @natre.bsky.social can help to set this up. 🤩

After a LONG time, my head is starting to clear! Preps are under way for Season 4 of the #RaceAndEducationFilmClub. Watch this space for more info! Janet Orchard Alexandra Brown Merryn Davis

Wonderful to have the @oxfordinterfaith.bsky.social here on @bsky.app from a proud fellow! #theosky #philsky

You know I love using diverse artwork: a little thread on the Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem

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UN "Around 100 CHILDREN have either been killed or injured EVERY DAY since the ceasefire collapsed in Gaza." Nothing to see here - just over 15000 dead children. A stain on humanity.

Some great resources here 👇🏽

Lovely to have a visit of teachers from Esh C of E Primary School to explore our resources - they were very happy with what they took away! #TeamRE

Energy bills up 6.4% — while network providers raked in £4 billion in “excess” profits over four years. Water bills up 26% — while firms paid £78 billion in dividends since privatisation & racked up £64 billion in debt. End this scam. Bring water & energy into public ownership.

Dawn is genuinely one of my favourite humans. She’s been so kind and thoughtful to me, and she’s constantly in my thoughts. I really hope we can support her in some way during this difficult time. www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...

If you’re still on twitter, we hope you can join @katiekatie84.bsky.social and @joanneharris-re.bsky.social for a special #REchatUK on Monday to discuss the interim report for the Curriculum and Assessment review. Find key extracts and questions here www.natre.org.uk/news/latest-...

Thank you SO much to the @natre-update.bsy.social gang for my flowers!! I love each and every one of you! I am honoured to work alongside the country’s finest RE folk and even more, blessed to call you my friends!! Kicking #cancer one step at a time!!

Sharing for the evening crowd. #TeamRE job opportunity in King’s Lynn Norfolk .

An important listen - deeply thoughtful, reflective and moving. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/n...

Some book recommendations for primary schools working on anti-racist education.

Curriculum & Assessment Review interim report on primary assessment: *Generally tests work well for their purposes *GPS tests are probably not doing the right job *KS2 writing assessment is probably leading schools to focus on the wrong things and needs review. I agree. www.gov.uk/government/p...

I really like this free resource by Town End Research School on 'Readers Theatre' - a popular approach to develop reading fluency in the primary school classroom: d10a08pz293654.cloudfront.net/production/d...

It can be so hard if your child comes home and says they have experienced racism. What should you do? New Substack: open.substack.com/pub/bennieka...

Silencing Dissent: government measures and moral panic in the aftermath of the BLM resurgence journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...

Excellent article from @beckyfrancis.bsky.social

After a mini-hiatus, I bring you Episode 4 of The Unlearning micro-podcast, this time on letting go of ego in leadership in schools. Have a a listen: open.substack.com/pub/bennieka...

Running out of words….

Today is the UN International Day for Combating Islamophobia Will your school be acknowledging this day? It falls within Ramadhan and UK Muslim Heritage Month www.un.org/en/observanc...

Does choosing where your students are seated really matter? 🤔 Well, studies have found that it does! www.innerdrive.co.uk/blog/psychol...

Are you interested in the latest research on the efficacy of social stories? There is an excellent critique here by Sophie Brinsmead, a 3rd year trainee. youtu.be/4J_3YV54AME and click on our blog to see the references and search strategy blog.soton.ac.uk/edpsych/

Latest post from @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social www.cultofpedagogy.com/dei-under-at... w/posts from me, Zaretta Hammond @gholdym.bsky.social @jamiladugan.bsky.social Shane Safir Katie Novak @nqcliteracy.bsky.social & more #languageaffirming #culturallyresponsive #pedagogy #UDL #cultivatinggenius

Thank you @re-mcgee.bsky.social This beauty just arrived- it sounds incredible!!! In return, I have sent you a book back 💕✊🏽 Thank you!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️

I have so many more that I didn’t photograph… can I also recommend @karlduke8.bsky.social to #TeamRE

#TeamRE My old (and incredibly lovely) school needs some urgent RE cover from 17th March for a few weeks. Ideally to include GCSE and A-level, but there is flexibility. School is in Stratford-upon-Avon. DM me if interested. Honestly a joy to teach there.

Inspiring meeting with @culhamstgabriel.bsky.social Doctoral Scholars. Amazing range of studies Music & RE, disciplines in RE in foundation stage, looking forward to reading about discussing far right & teaching about LGBT+ in RE. See more. #TeamRE www.cstg.org.uk/scholarship-programmes/doctoral/

@natre-update.bsky.social Local Group leaders, do look out for the latest newsletter that went out today! Look out for the FREEBIES on offer!! Do also check out FREE training dates with @rehubs.bsky.social Remember to share the newsletter with all your group members 🤩 Thank you!

More waiting around- hope to get my treatment plan today. 🤞🏼 Getting some reading in while I’m in hospital. Interesting article that would go well with my Farmington research , which I pray my cancer won’t ruin as well!

A new blog on Diverse Educators site- Building Welcoming and Inclusive Spaces by Maslaha www.diverseeducators.co.uk/ramadhan-in-...

When I was told about my #breastcancer , many people said it was the best one to get as if it was a collectible hand bag. No cancer is good to get. Just saying However, science is a great thing -new discoveries are being made. Sharing this for those who may take comfort from it.

Are you an ECT or TWO who is #New2RE ? Make sure you take advantage of our free monthly subject knowledge webinars. Sign up for the next session with @deborahweston.bsky.social and guests exploring Jewish worldviews. Monday 10th March, 4-5.30pm www.natre.org.uk/membership/e...

@natre-update.bsky.social affiliated local group leaders, what would you like to see in my newsletters? What would be useful to help you in your role? #TeamRE #ReHubs

Soaking up these beautiful flowers while feeling anxious about tomorrow’s meeting with my oncologist. Hoping to have a surgery date! #KickOutCancer

Today’s light has been found in these lovely gifts from @buckbyfamily.bsky.social Thank you for caring! 💕

Ramadan is due to start next week (28th) Lewisham Islamic Centre have produced a 2025 guide for schools. Pass to your SLT/Heads of year/tutors etc. Includes dates and prayer times. ugc.production.linktr.ee/5ee79e8f-3ab... #TeamRE

Just the pic I need for today as I get ready to go to hospital for yet more test results! #catsky

My pain threshold is being well and truly tested at the mo. Today I had 5 biopsies while being hemmed in a mammogram machine. Meanwhile, my cancer has grown! Another waiting game to get plan B details. Today’s positive takeaway was that the sun was shining!

I am so blessed to have such lovely friends who brought me these beauties today. Fighting cancer is going to be a long journey but with amazing people by my side, it’s not going to be impossible 💕🤲🏽

I am blessed to have the most beautiful friends in my corner as I start to navigate my journey with #cancer. I received this gift today and was moved to tears from the thoughtfulness and love. Thank you @kairosbutterfly.bsky.social ❤️🤲🏽💕

What does a decolonised curriculum look like and how can it be achieved? - Prioritises formative over summative processes - Values ethical reasoning, creativity, and embodied knowledge - Addresses colonial legacies and fosters justice Read on the #IOEBlog: blogs.ucl.ac.uk/ioe/2025/01/...

Free taster sessions on Philosophy for Children #TeamRE www.sapere.org.uk/what-is-p4c/...

Our next free subject knowledge webinar for ECTs and TWOs who are #new2RE will be on the 10th Feb from 4 - 5.30pm, looking at Hindu Dharma. Register here www.natre.org.uk/membership/e... #TeamRE

Trips and visits Are you looking for local places for your pupils to visit to enhance their learning and encounter lived religion? Take a look at our places of interest page for places in your local area or further afield. www.re-hubs.uk/get-involved...