One thing I am experiencing and seeing a lot of is teachers feeling vaguely unwell at the start of summer: Fatigued, headachy, foggy... Is this you, too? #Edusky

Scary thought as I got ready for bed yesterday: "Wait, I gotta make lunch for work tomorrow!" No, no, I don't. #Edusky

About halfway through "I, Robot" and this is a great read! I think I might've read some of it as a kid, but I'm diving back in to honor my grandfather, who was a huge Asimov fan. Particularly interesting to read juxtaposed against modern AI discourse. #booksky

I was eating really healthy during the school year, and I'm embarrassed to say that without the structure of school, I've eaten chicken tenders for my last three meals. #Edusky

Gaming teachers, what are we playing this summer? I've been chipping away at the new release of Star Fox and dabbling in Mario Wonder again! #Edusky

While on summer break, I check my school email once a week. Today is email day. What's gonna be in my inbox today? #Edusky

"I will remember Ultraman, birds, problem-solving, and good food habits. I also learned about networking and problem-solving. I've used the problem-solving thing a lot with my brother." More here: practicalcoach.ing/posts/what-s... #Edusky

What are we reading this summer? I just picked up "I, Robot." #Edusky

Things I help teachers with over the summer:

Inbox zero or no? I have to keep everything cleared out to keep from going nuts. #Edusky

It's not a big deal if I spend all my summer money on Godzilla trading cards, right? Right!? #Edusky #Godzilla

The internet ain't what it used to be: practicalcoach.ing/posts/why-i-... #Edusky

"Your focus determines your reality." #Edusky

This upcoming school year, I'm really working on planning ways to equitably increase accountability for my students in my classroom. How about you? #Edusky

summer break teacher's youtube feed suddenly becomes mostly crocodiles and shark attacks. film at eleven. #edusky

Great to be a history teacher on break #Edusky

Some of the best lessons I've taught came to me because I realized I didn't like what I'd planned on the way to work. Last-minute changes resulted in a great day of class. Anybody else experience this? #Edusky

There's a simple explanation: practicalcoach.ing/posts/teache... #Edusky

It's a big deal for male teachers to model healthy masculinity. #Edusky

I'd like to write a piece for my blog with advice to help anxious teachers manage their anxiety. Would you be willing to share a tip that works for you? I'll credit your social media profile! #Edusky

Over the summer, I only check my school email once a week! Just enough to keep tabs on any important developments (such as a change to my schedule) or opportunities, but not enough to stress myself out. Highly recommend. #Edusky

Teachers and administrators, the school year is over, but school might still be on your mind. So, my coaching services are half price for new clients this summer! Here's what working together might look like: ⬇️ #edusky

The simple plan for my summer break: Every day... Start the day with one productive thing from my to-do list Follow it with one slightly out-of-routine fun thing Write both down in a summer journal #Edusky

I've found that maintaining some structure during summer break is hugely beneficial for my mental health! If I just rot, I lose it! #Edusky

The emails I am receiving over the summer: "...you were such a great teacher to me, and you will always be in my heart. I am beyond grateful to have had you for my freshman year. I will miss lecturing you abt ur food not being seasoned; those are moments I will forever cherish!!!" #edusky

I sincerely enjoy teaching, but the lightness I feel during summer break is a stark reminder of the toll that being an educator takes. At least the grey hairs I'm getting look kinda cool! #Edusky

Half off for new educator/administrator clients looking for some support this summer! I'm excited to help you prepare for next school year! #Edusky

I see a lot of doomer takes on the state of our youth and the world of education, but as a teacher, one thing I'll say is this: Our youth's capacity for kindness has only increased over the years. #Edusky

If you're a new teacher and you're job searching this summer, finding the right fit for you can make a huge difference in your ability to sustain yourself in the teaching profession. Be attentive! Be leery of opportunities that seem too good to be true! More tips/takes below ⬇️ #Edusky

You might agree with some of these! You might disagree with others! Let me know what you think: practicalcoach.ing/posts/cool-m... #Edusky

Year 11 down. Most-heard phrase on the last day: "I'll miss you, Mr. Johnson!" Surprisingly melancholic to wrap this time around. Anyway, here's a picture a kid took of me in my natural habitat with some kinda gizmo. Happy summer, gang. #Edusky

Super fun freshman field day today! One more day with students! #Edusky

One end-of-year, after soundly defeating a group of my students in Uno and then extensively gloating about it, I got called a “sore winner” 😂 #Edusky

You can make a real difference with just seven words: practicalcoach.ing/posts/two-th... #Edusky

Teachers and school administrators, I'm here to support you this summer! #Edusky

The last few days of school are always special. Some kids bring video game consoles, others play board games. There's time to BS with colleagues between classes. Quiet moments to cherish before stepping away to recharge. #Edusky

I’m so moved and can’t stop thinking about what one student shared with me on their end-of-year reflection: “You made my spark for learning come back, which had been gone for a while." #Edusky

Just signed on to shepherd another batch of teacher-candidate graduate students through their first social studies teaching methods class :) This is always the highlight of my autumn! Looking forward to it. #Edusky

Sometimes students draw me! It's fascinating how students perceive their teacher... practicalcoach.ing/posts/portra... #Edusky

Last year, I asked my students to make posters of their goals for 2025. I just found the exemplar I made. I think I achieved all of my goals :) #Edusky

I'm a social studies teacher, but I always end the year by making my students do a project researching a local (or local-ish) animal of their choosing. This year, a kid has gotten REALLY into learning about bison. I really like this picture that he showed me. Looks like it's reading. #Edusky

Surely, these LinkedIn EdTech Education Cylon People who think AI will solve all of the challenges we face in education are rage baiting, right? Right!? I don't need AI; I would just prefer my school to have a couple more social workers and smaller class sizes. #Edusky

Teachers, I have the perfect culminating activity for you this school year: practicalcoach.ing/posts/ten-qu... #Edusky

A great student offered me a chocolate bar: “I brought you a chocolate bar. Actually, I brought you a chocolate bar on Friday, but you were absent, so I ate that chocolate bar. But I brought you another one.” #Edusky

Interested in becoming a teacher? Consider the following: practicalcoach.ing/posts/so-you... #Edusky

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Tell me about a teacher you appreciate :) #Edusky

This video might really resonate with some teachers who've struggled and faced down the darkness of severe burnout and work-induced anxiety: youtu.be/QFOornFK95A?... #Edusky

We still have a few slots available in this support group for teachers considering leaving the profession tonight. Join us! luma.com/7vbudp52 #Edusky

Just in time for your next grocery shopping trip: practicalcoach.ing/posts/teache... #Edusky

Last call for this event! If you're a teacher considering leaving the profession and you're looking to process your feelings with others in a similar boat, join us: luma.com/7vbudp52 #Edusky