It's #Heart Month at The Worthy Educator! Read @mssackstein.bsky.social 's tribute to her #edufriend -ship with Connie at www.theworthyeducator.com/edufriends?p... and then add your own story to this wonderful testament to the importance of professional relationships! #EduSky

As a practitioner committed to authentic, learner-led assessment, I'm so excited to dialogue with leaders in MA at MassCUE & MSAA Spring Leadership Conference on Friday, March 6, 2026, at the College of the Holy Cross. Learn more and register: www.masscue.org/event/spring...

A trio of amazing young musicians, from ages nine to 18, give jaw-dropping performances that will bolster your faith in the future of great music making. n.pr/4pGSSYh

Moving away from traditional conferences shifts the focus from grades and scores to what students know and can do. @mssackstein.bsky.social growbeyondgrades.org/blog/portfolio-conferences

When a person says ‘excellent’ or ‘way to go,’ they may mean well, but they aren't achieving anything beyond a momentary ego-stroke that later results in a lower low. @mssackstein.bsky.social growbeyondgrades.org/blog/10-tips-on-feedback

Gratitude isn't just about showing care for what we have to thankful for - it also has incredible impact on our mental health and well-being. We can teach students and ourselves to harness this powerful emotion and act. Check out my latest Career Confidential column lnkd.in/e-8jCnJv

It was a joy to talk going gradeless with the O.G. @mssackstein.bsky.social & @crystalfrommert.bsky.social for Learner-Centered Spaces. www.teachbetterpodcastnetwork.com/show/learner...

Celebrating 8 years of love, joy and adventure www.mssackstein.com/post/our-rec...

Are you an educator? What are you currently struggling with in or out of the classroom? I'd love to help. I write a column called Career Confidential for the Kappan Magazine, and I'm always looking for challenges to give advice on (It's like Dear Abby for educators) forms.gle/Dq73wF2rVbgV...

Set students up for success in their peer reflection with these 6 ways to make your turn and talks shine! ☀️ #EduSky

CAfLN members, register for tomorrow’s virtual convo at 5PT/8ET and we’ll be chatting about how to nurture safe classroom spaces where AfL will thrive. No prep needed. Visit www.cafln.ca/events to receive the link.Not a member? Visit the website to join the network (& convos like these) #EduSky

My latest Career Confidential Column has posted. It's all about #clarity #edusky #learningtargets #successcriteria kappanonline.org/use-learning...

"It’s not enough just to tell students the standard or place it on an assignment sheet. Students must be able to internalize it." from Hacking Assessment by @mssackstein.bsky.social

Can schools be used to defend support for democracy at a time of rising authoritarianism? (Hint: Not by subjecting students to traditional civics classes!) In the latest episode of Kohn's Zone, released today, I talk with an expert on this very topic, Joel Westheimer: www.alfiekohn.org/podcasts/

Sometimes it takes everything to not feel like we are just one day ahead of our students when we are teaching a new subject. Here's some ideas on how to prepare. kappanonline.org/how-teachers...

Are you an educator? What are you currently struggling with in or out of the classroom? I'd love to help. I write a column called Career Confidential for the Kappan Magazine, and I'm always looking for challenges to give advice on (It's like Dear Abby for educators) forms.gle/Dq73wF2rVbgV...

Delighted to have been able to chat with @mssackstein.bsky.social and @crystalfrommert.bsky.social about learning and using AI as a tool. #Edusky podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...

All Learners Can... mssackstein.com/so/4aPbeKPJb... #edusky

Proud to share this week's Career Confidential - Starting the new year right kappanonline.org/classroom-te... What do you do to ensure a successful start? #Edusky

Are you getting ready to interview for your first job in education? This could help! kappanonline.org/how-to-prepa... Do you have any tips you'd add for someone applying for their first teaching position?

Do you want to make an impact OUTSIDE the classroom? Check this out www.youtube.com/watch?v=tFr8...

Excited to share my latest column about how we can make new teachers feel welcome and supported - kappanonline.org/helping-new-... How do you help new teachers?

I'm so glad I saved emails like this from former students. On hard days, it is important to remember the impact of our work and that we are working with real people. Please don't stop doing what you do - #YouMatter

@mssackstein.bsky.social puts the learner at the center and promotes educator impact, AND she is available to work with you and your staff on a range of practical topics! Learn more at The Worthy Educator Speakers Bureau! www.theworthyeducator.com/featured-edu... #EduSky

Check out the latest Career Confidential about summer learning for educators... kappanonline.org/creative-sum... Would you love to know what you enjoy most about summer learning? #edusky

Check out my latest email chock-full of new blogs and information. I'm eager to be in conversation! mssackstein.com/so/0ePY4LSNZ...

View the latest #podcast episode with @mssackstein.bsky.social @danagoodier.bsky.social where we discuss #standardsbasedgrading #assessment youtu.be/qoOdMKzAD78

I am excited to share my most recent Career Confidential Column in Kappan Magazine. This column supports a Superintendent trying to align his leaders around common goals. I hope you find it useful! I would love to hear your thoughts. kappanonline.org/superintende... #EduSky

Check out this #snippet from the latest #podcast episode with #speaker #author and #assessment enthusiast @mssackstein.bsky.social @danagoodier.bsky.social & listen to the full episode here: open.spotify.com/episode/1dP8...

Listen to the latest #podcast episode with @mssackstein.bsky.social @danagoodier.bsky.social as we talk about #standardsbased #grading, #assessments, #culturallyresponsiveteaching & more! outofthetrenches.podbean.com/e/episode-36...

🎙️ Excited to host Mike Rutherford on the GBG podcast! Join hosts @davefrangiosa.bsky.social & @themcw.bsky.social as we explore how @gotlearning.bsky.social is transforming student-teacher interactions—without grades! 📚 #EdTech #LearningInnovation growbeyondgrades.org/blog/01-25ru...

A4: assessment: @achiaravalli.bsky.social @humanrestorationproject.org @covingtonedu.bsky.social @leeannjung.bsky.social @mssackstein.bsky.social @davefrangiosa.bsky.social @stacieoliver.bsky.social @jessifer.bsky.social 🎢: @cossettej.bsky.social @joemilliano.bsky.social #T2Tchat #EduSky

You're allowed to be happy at your job! mssackstein.com/so/89PVqLgRk...

What a way to start today! Making Impact Outside the Classroom: Planning Next Steps in Your Career with @mssackstein.bsky.social ! So many ideas for relaunching your trajectory for impact in this new era of education! And the best part? It's recorded! youtu.be/2U5WAdV8Qyg #EduSky @eduskyteam.com

See you tomorrow! Sign up if you haven’t!

Students deserve humane learning environments and a big part of that is the way we assess. We have an obligation to do better. We must stop labeling learning. Grades hurt learning and the students who endure systems that rate & rank them. We must do better. podcast.modernclassrooms.org/240

Join @mssackstein.bsky.social in THREE DAYS for Making Impact Outside the Classroom: Planning Next Steps in Your Career! Tuesday, July 8, 2025 10:00 a.m. e.t. Registration is FREE! www.theworthyeducator.com/making-impact #EduSky @eduskyteam.com

Join me on Tuesday, July 8th at 10am ET - still time to register and join us!

Join @mssackstein.bsky.social the Tuesday after Independence Day! www.theworthyeducator.com/making-impact #EduSky @eduskyteam.com

I have the opportunity to present to HS students about what it means to be an #eduinfluencer. What do you think is the most important function? And who are your favorite influencers? #edusky

Most of us want to make a positive impact in the world - that's why we choose a career in education. If you're looking for a book to help you see how to utilize your multitude of skills - check this out. #edusky #NotJUSTanything #educators #careerinvigoration amzn.to/4620FcL

Join @mssackstein.bsky.social in three weeks to explore new opportunities in the quickly-shifting sands of education! www.theworthyeducator.com/making-impact #EduSky @edusky.bsky.social

This was such a fun conversation with Toni Rose Deanon from Modern Classrooms Project - we discussed #assessment and #grading - I'd love to hear what you think! #ungrading #edusky www.modernclassrooms.org/blog/rethink...

How can I help? Your identity will remain anonymous, but I'd like to help address some education-related challenges in my column, Career Confidential, for the Kappan Magazine. Click the form docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Feedback is essential to the learning process, but we often don't give it the time it needs to be done well. Additionally, we must teach students to use it effectively to facilitate their own learning. Check out the latest career confidential kappanonline.org/how-to-give-... #edusky #feedback

District & school leaders, as you're thinking about how to launch your 2025-2026 school year, think about reaching out to these folks: @mssackstein.bsky.social, @kevinhoneycutt.bsky.social, @shannonmmiller.bsky.social, @coolcatteacher.bsky.social. All great with different skills. #education

Join @mssackstein.bsky.social Tuesday, July 8th at 10am and consider all your options for Making Impact Outside the Classroom! www.theworthyeducator.com/making-impact @eduskyteam.com #EduSky

Yes! Grades hurt the learning process and kids. #ungrading

Join @mssackstein.bsky.social 1 week from today! www.theworthyeducator.com/making-impact #EduSky

Join @mssackstein.bsky.social in ten days for Making Impact Outside the Classroom: Planning Next Steps in Your Career on Tuesday, June 10th at 4pm et - registration is FREE at www.theworthyeducator.com/making-impact #EduSky