Go, Illini! 💙🧡

Artemis II mission captures first pictures of the far side of the Moon.

Mood. Another rainy day throughout Chicagoland. ☔️

🚨 Christina Koch has officially become the farthest any woman has ever traveled from Earth

Friday perspective: Do you see Pandora as a furry baby rattle, or as a one legged C.S. Lewis creature from Narnia? 🤣 #CatsofBlueSky

Why we go to the stars. Cmdr. Sinclair of Babylon 5 said it best. Ad astra, Artemis II.

I still have my favorites in the series.

Play ball!

From the Mouths of Teachers: Sage Advice in Six Words or Less www.edweek.org/teaching-lea... is new @edweek.org post

Fresh Greens. Saturday during the Dyeing of the Chicago River for St. Patrick's Day.

Central States 2026 began on a crisp, sunny day in Chicago. I got to meet one of my heroes! Bravo, Carrie Toth for your 1/2 day extension workshop: Assess with Finesse. So many experience based strategies, supported with research and data, and a wealth of materials. #CentralStates2026 #iTeachWL

The other side of the persistent fog in Chicagoland. Oh, to be serenely soaring above the mist and clouds.

This is a GREAT idea!!! Read the rest of this thread too! #edusky #langchat

Half sun, half shadow, pure bliss. #Caturday

I know her! Meet Kelly and other great WL teachers in Chicago at the Central States Conference March 12 - 14. #FrenchTeachers #aatfrench #iteachWL

Game of Quotes! I plan to do this next time we read a full class novel in the target language. Check out Carrie Toth’s great activity on her Instagram or linktr.ee/somewheretoshare #FrenchTeachers #SpanishTeachers #IteachWL

Love is in the air and across the skyline. Looks like temps in the mid-40s for Valentine's Day on Saturday in Chicago.

Nation Manie is the newly created anthem for Manie Musicale! #ManieMusicale www.instagram.com/p/DUdmXNSkZ0...

Today is Go Red For Women today. Support women’s cardiovascular health by wearing red, sharing information and resources, and donating to support research and education. Our Chicago skyline is lit up in red! For more details, go to the American Heart Association of Illinois.

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Mark your calendar for this AATF webinar! #FrenchTeachers

Pretty in pink 💕

#aatfrench #FrenchTeachers

AATF Chicago/Northern Illinois is the largest chapter of AATF, a professional organization for French teachers of all levels. AATF ChiNIL provides workshops, resources, social events and more. Join us on February 7th 9am-12pm at John Hancock College Prep in Chicago. Registration link in comments.

The Bean with a Beanie. Frozen February is here. This morning in Millennium Park with the Bean in reflection.

Jodie Foster has spoken French since she was a child. But it's only now that she's taken on a lead role scripted almost entirely in the language of Molière, for A Private Life. n.pr/45QHEZV

On vient de dévoiler le tableau officiel pour Manie Musicale 2026! La moitié des artistes sont des femmes. Est-ce que cette année on aura enfin une CHAMPIONNE? #FrenchTeachers #ManieMusicale2026

At last! This weekend, we’ll be halfway through winter. Time to make and enjoy some crêpes to celebrate La Chandeleur with your students. #FrenchTeachers #French

French teachers: registration for Manie Musicale 2026 is now open! Register your school by March 1 in order to participate. Link to the official website is in the comments. #FrenchTeachers #French #iTeach WL

Registration: www.frenchteachers.org/events/ 💻AATF members: Join us on Saturday, January 31 at 11h ET/ 8h PT This event is free for AATF members: 'Pas de plastique: La lutte de l'Homme Plastique au Sénégal' with L'Homme Plastique &moderated by former AATF Vice-President Katy Wheelock.

Sunday Stroll in the Snow. Today in Chicago.

Brrrr, just brrr. 🥶

Can’t wait for the competition! Also, the French version—Manie Musicale—is highly anticipated as well. Qui va gagner? 🎶

Students cannot learn when they are afraid for their safety or the safety of their families, friends, and educators. Tell Congress to keep ICE out of schools, churches, and hospitals. 👉 https://bit.ly/49pXHQU

Sunday Shiver at Soldier Field. This morning's start before the Chicago Bears vs the Los Angeles Rams NFL Divisional Playoff game this evening in Chicago.

Winter is here, so it’s a perfect weekend for a Game of Thrones rewatch. Currently viewing season 8 which, while largely panned, features one of my all time favorite scenes. Herein, Jaime knights Brienne of Tarth on the eve of battle, and damned if I tear up and applaud every time I see it.

Registration is now open! AATF Atelier d’Hiver: February 7, 9:00 - 12:00 @ John Hancock College Prep, Chicago. Use the QR code below, or the Eventbrite link in the comments. #aatfrench #FrenchTeachers

Substitute teaching in January means getting up in the dark, but you sometimes get a breathtaking sunrise as well.

Coming to Chicago! #FrenchTeachers #iteachWL #Spanishteachers

Chicagoland French teachers: save the date! Registration link coming soon. #aatfrench #FrenchTeachers

Here are 5 common mistakes educators make when integrating new tech—and effective strategies for avoiding them! 💻 💫 #EduSky #EdTech

Yes, this bean.

Still love the elusive Pimpernel!

“Nightfall” was the first Asimov story I read, and it got me hooked on science fiction at 13. Still one of the best.

Yessss. Crust me, it’s true. 🍕

Happy holidays

French culture summer institute! Albertine Foundation and Villa Albertine will cover the $1000 per person costs of training, lodging (private bedroom, shared bathroom) and meals. Participants will be responsible for their own transportation (plane/train/etc. tickets) to/from Texas. #FrenchTeachers

State Street During the Holidays.