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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

*takes a sip of cold coffee* you’re probably wondering how I got here

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · 19/09/2026

A teaching tool that can foster engagement, build new connections, and grow classroom community: an assigned seating chart! 🪑 @biblio-phile.bsky.social shares a few things to think about as you’re creating a new seating chart, so your classroom supports students’ learning *and* your teaching.

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Libra Season is almost here! As we speed toward my 39th (!) birthday, I am focused on spending my time and energy on the things and people I love, protecting my peace whenever I can, and seeking joy as much as possible!

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Kathryn Vomero Santos @kathrynvsantos.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

It was such an honor to be interviewed about The Bard in the Borderlands for the Shakespeare Unlimited podcast. I hope you'll give it a listen!

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Year 15 in the classroom and year 10 at Punahou. Back-to-school-night: here we go! #edusky

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · 06/09/2026

Other teachers just get it. @mirplo.bsky.social explains how having a thought partner—and someone to cover your room for bathroom breaks—is a huge benefit for new teachers. 🤝

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Having a Teacher Friend Is the Most Useful Resource in Year One

All teachers need thought partners—and someone to cover their room for bathroom breaks—and for new teachers the benefits can be huge.

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

I am now in my no eyeliner romance hair era (inspired by Zendaya) and I am pleased

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

me: oh wow... I am up to date on planning and grading, my chair hasn't sent anything about my prospectus draft.... I have a second to breathe? *literally 4 minutes later* Chair: hi this is a solid first draft and also here are 40 comments and 3 big goals. Let’s plan for a draft in two weeks.

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Jenn Borgioli Binis @jennbinis.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Optimist: The cup is half full Pessimist: The cup is half empty Fact-checker in education: You cited Teaspoon (2024) as your source for the construct of "cup." However, according to her discussion section, your "cup" should be classified as a "mug." Have you considered Plate (2016) as a source?

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · 21/08/2026

Your back-to-school activities are ready and your classroom is designed with care—but how do you feel? @biblio-phile.bsky.social shares 3 books that can make you feel seen *and* help protect your emotional well-being throughout the school year. 📚 #TeacherPD #NewTeachers

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3 Books That Support Teacher Mindset Going Into the School Year

These books help new educators gain insight into the emotional labor of the profession and prepare for the first day of school and beyond.

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

I made it through exams— though it nearly ended me— and am now into Prospectus and Dissertation mode... ...and I am losing steam. I had some big personal breakthroughs this summer, but lost momentum in the process. Plus, juggling the PhD with parenting toddlers and having other jobs is a lot. #PhD

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

As we start the new year and/or head back to the classroom, there are some occasional calls to "decolonize" aspects of education. Here's a favorite hot take about how we use the term "decolonize" in education and what else we should consider: clas.osu.edu/sites/clas.o...

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Sharing a fave Shakespeare hot take: Ariel is the only actual indigenous character in “The Tempest.” While oppressed, Caliban isn’t necessarily a “colonized native,” despite how many scholars and educators have treated him. 👀

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

my fifteenth first day, tenth first day at Punahou, was yesterday, and it included a special guest having their FIRST first day. A lot has changed, including my new office mate. I flipped the colors this year to celebrate 10 years (and looking VERY different lol) #edusky

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

BUT REALLY FOLKS WHEN ARE YOU MAKING LUNCH?!?! #edusky also, as a parent: I'd add going over morning routine with your own kids too!

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

God bless a public library. Bigger one is somewhere in here. Honestly don’t know where. Not worried. She is surrounded by books (and I am by the door also it is empty except for magical librarians).

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Howie Hua @howiehua.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

A new school year is coming up so I thought I'd make an introduction video (including how to pronounce my last name)

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

This summer has been about connecting with online friends IRL. Thank you @jennbinis.bsky.social for a lovely (and wiggly!) dinner, regalos for the munchkins, and engaging me while I managed these wild ones. All this and a great picture?! I am so lucky 💕

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Friends! I am seeking a short story for ninth-graders to begin discussing origin stories. Open to any and all ideas EXCEPT "House on Mango Street" (that is where we are headed) and "Harrison Bergeron" (same)! here is pretty photo I took this summer as an appreciation gift #edusky

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Alex Shevrin Venet @asv.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

It is wild to watch the internet comment on this after watching it all go down in my community

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Marcus Luther @marcusluther.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Great places to explore this week as we launch into a new school year! New ideas, reminders, and a place to reflect on what the right foundation might be for your classroom. #EduSky

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

10/10 MEET YOUR INTERNET HEROES AND FRIENDS like @asv.bsky.social 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

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Holly Stallcup (she/her) @hollystallcup.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Tell me about a BIPOC children's educator who is doing amazing advocacy work that we can lift up in addition to @msrachelforlittles.bsky.social! (Which she would unquestionably tell us to do!) My first one is without a doubt @heymrsbond.com! Who is yours? And let's give these folks a follow!

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Alex Shevrin Venet @asv.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Safety and comfort are not the same thing. Feeling uncomfortable or unsettled is not the same as being unsafe (although it can feel the same). Self-awareness must include reflection on the difference.

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · 27/07/2026

Gearing up to design your next classroom? ⚙️ Check out our resource collection for research-backed ideas that your students *and* budget will love. #ClassroomDesign #EduSky

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Classroom Design Essentials for Educators

A collection of our popular articles and videos on budget-friendly, research-backed ways to set up your classroom—and how to keep students, spaces, and SEL in mind.

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · 23/07/2026

Your turn: What book would you recommend to a teacher just starting out? Question from @biblio-phile.bsky.social 📙 #EdChat #EduSky

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

What books would you add to your list?! I went with @mrtomrad.bsky.social’s “It Won’t Be Easy”!

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Alex Shevrin Venet @asv.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

I'm teaching a writing workshop this summer and I challenged myself to come up with an SEL check-in each session that also serves as a wacky writing warmup that encourages a sense of play. They are getting more and more ridiculous and I'm having so much fun with it! Thread below of them so far...

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Michael Metivier @grousehollow.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

🚨my wife saw a BABY porcupine crossing the road today 🚨

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Hi i am in Durham NC and THIS FRIEND JUST FLEW RIGHT IN FRONT IF MY FACE. WHO ARE THEY?! DID I UPSET THEM?! #birds

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

I just had my first ancestral reading, which was beautiful and deep and emotional and poweful. I’m still processing it. …And I was pleased to discover that even my ancestors and pleased but generally baffled by my Shakespeare scholarshp. 😅

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Marcus Luther @marcusluther.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

“What would next year’s teacher gain by getting my grade book?” This opening framing by @mrrablin.bsky.social is a fantastic reminder that our grades are in many ways tools of communication. Worth considering, then: what are we actually communicating?

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WeRateDogs @weratedogs.com · 15/07/2026

These hero dogs chased off a man who tried to sexually assault two female dog walkers. They were able to push him away, and then their pack of 11 rescue dogs ran him off into a tunnel and ripped off a piece of his pants. The dogs are all getting our highest honor, a 15/10

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Alex Shevrin Venet @asv.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Whoa. This piece is beautifully written and kind of blew my mind on a couple of levels. One of my favorite things I've read about facilitating PD in recent memory. Leading Science PD with Genuine Wonder www.edutopia.org/article/lead...

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Leading Science PD with Genuine Wonder

When teachers are invited to get curious during professional development, they are better able to inspire the same feeling in students.

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Chanea Bond @heymrsbond.com · 13/07/2026

Hey #EduSky I’ve revamped my “Before the first days!” checklist and it’s no longer ugly 😂😅 If you’re a new teacher: make a copy and even if you don’t fill it out, this document is full of questions you may not even know you have! Mentors: pass it along! 💛 Chanea canva.link/wpylcsy7837y...

Page 1 of Chanea’s “before the first days” checklist Mrs.
BEFORE THE FIRST DAYS
Your digital binder for the important things!

DO NOW
Do very soon
Personal: Your plan to care for yourself and your personhood.
Insurance provider? Premium? Network? Referral system?
Write it down!

Primary care physician information?

If none: What's your plan to find a primary care physician, friend? If yes: next appointment date?

Vision & dental benefits/providers/next appointment

Do you have a journal? (if no, get one! Digital Is great!)

• Can you commit to journaling at least once a week?

Mindfulness activities?

Who can you call when you're overwhelmed?

How many hours of sleep do you need? (be so for real!)

Plan to move your body when school starts?

Do you have a water bottle? (you need a water bottle!)

What's your plan for lunch during the school day? (you need sustenance, fam!)

Consider: What age-appropriate student behaviors might be triggering for you personally? (example: I HATE yelling and even when it's positive, it grates on my nerves)

Ideas on how to address this behavior before it becomes a problem for you?

Sources of information (list any websites, contacts, phone numbers, etc here to circle back to in order to address any of the above)

Page 2 of Before the first days checklist
Professional: Your plans to do the mechanics of your job
Where is the copy machine?
How do you get paper?
Who is your immediate boss? Your principal?
How many sick days do you have? Personal days?
How do you call in?
Sub plans? Who do you send them to? Where are they stored?
What should be included?
Who do you go to when you need supplies?
Restroom? Where do YOU go? Your students?
Restroom and hallway policy?
What are you teaching? Grade level? Content? Curriculum?
Do you have a PLC (professional learning community)? (When) do you meet?
Does your school have a learning management system? Do you know how to use it?
How do you document students' grades during the grading period?
What other duties are you responsible for? (hallway monitoring. lunch duty, after school, etc)
Sources of information (list any websites, contacts, phone numbers, etc here to circle back to in order to address any of the above)

Page 3 of before the first days checklist Ius.
Pedagogical: Your plan for the type of teacher you want to be
How will you learn your students' names?
How will you reach out to home adults close to the beginning of the year?
Plan for sustaining contact?
What and where are your curriculum resources?
Lesson plans? Do you turn them in? Is there a template your
cenoo 1icoc?
What unit do you start the school year with?
Are you expected to stay paced with your team?
What standards are you supposed to teach during the first unit?
How will your students demonstrate mastery of these standards?
What data informs your decision-making?
Plan for addressing EPs and 504 plans? English language learners?
How will you document this? (link)
Where will you document reflection on your lessons and units?
How will you deal with due dates and late work?
What is your professional goal (what will you accomplish to become a better teacher?) How is that measured?
What is your student learning goal? How is it measured?
What interventions are in place to address minor behavioral issues within your classroom? (parent phone call, behavioral documentation sheet, class agreement, etc)
What interventions are in place to address major behavioral issues within your classroom? (counselor intervention, parent contact, office referral, coaching session, principal intervention, etc)
Sources of information (list any websites, contacts, phone numbers, etc here to circle back to in order to address any of the above)

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Philo of Alexan @philoof.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Trickle down economics explained with cats

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

BABY’S FIRST ACADEMIC PUBLICATION Took a break from cleaning the kitchen and got a special delivery in the mail. 🥹 #shakes #shakespeare

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Alex Shevrin Venet @asv.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Education research friends: tell me about a researcher who writes beautiful scholarly articles. I'm looking for beautiful writing that disrupts the idea that scholarly work is dense and boring and full of jargon. Thank you! (Self recs welcome!) #Edusky

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Christina Torres Cawdery @biblio-phile.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

hello #Shakespeare friends! Does anyone have any research handy on how often Shakespeare's work is taught in US schools? Or anything that speaks to how ubiquitous he is in U.S. classrooms? (I am looking on my own too, but if anyone has anything readily handy, I'd be much obliged!)

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Jenn Borgioli Binis @jennbinis.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Fabulous line up for an AMA today on @askhistorians.bsky.social! Drs. Robert Bland, Sharron Wilkins Conrad, and Karen Cox! They study the histories of race, racism, and political activism in the US following the Civil War and through the Civil Rights Movement. old.reddit.com/r/AskHistori...

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We are historians whose work studies race, rights, and justice in American democracy, Ask Us Anything about Confederate Monuments, Reconstruction, the Civil Rights Movement & more!

This week the United States celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence claiming that "all men are created equal," but the...

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