Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 11/02/2026Turn Up the Learning with us during a free, live webinar on 2/25 from 8-9pm Eastern Time!! mcgrawhill.info/MHARWebinarF... You can sign up NOW to join us!mcgrawhill.infoWelcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Turn Up the Learning: Classroom Chronicles in Augmented Reality. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.Set to a playful playlist, this webinar features educators sharing how they amplify learning through hands-on, interactive experiences with the free McGraw Hill AR app. Panelists - Jaime Donally: Aut... 000
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 25/10/2025Perhaps a stretch - looking to talk to someone who holds some form of the title of ‘director of curriculum and instruction.’ If you should happen to see this, please send me a message! Thank you. 000
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 26/07/2025Life Poem. Original - copyright©️Dr. Dene E. Gainey 000
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 23/07/2025This sunflower understands the assignment. “I’m going to grow, no matter what it takes. 000
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 15/07/2025The seeds understood the assignment. #GardeningIndoors #GardenerinMe 000
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 15/06/2025I believe (while we observe days) that it is important to not relegate the celebration of an individual to a day of the year when their impact transcends time. #CLIMBE 000
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 15/06/2025Happy Father’s Day…it’s a great day to celebrate the strength and wisdom that a father gives to his children. I’m grateful for mine, in his absence and the influence I’ve been able to have over those who call me that too! 010
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 14/06/2025“Create in their own learning, transferable skills!!” Yes!!! @desiree @edumatch.bsky.social #EduMatch 010
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 14/06/2025We need to model what connection looks like as many of us as educators became connected via social media - was Twitter and not other spaces. Shout out to Melisa Hayes! Mystery Skype! @edumatch.bsky.social #EduMatch 010
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 14/06/2025How can we help students move from being simply content consumers to being content creators? @edumatch.bsky.social Yes - I think they need to see creation modeled! Then have the space to play with it, and create themselves. @jcasatodd.bsky.social #EduMatch 141
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 14/06/2025“Does your response change when the person being impacted by it is a friend or a brother?” @edumatch.bsky.social @jcasatodd.bsky.social #EduMatch - Things to thing about for sure. 030
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 14/06/2025Deep conversations are needed so that students can see that what goes on in digital spaces is different from “life.” @edumatch.bsky.social #EduMatch 010
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 14/06/2025We should be intentional about what we post and what we share! Yes, Dr. Desiree! #EduMatch - Digital Citizenship @edumatch.bsky.social 010
Reposted by Dr. Dene E. GaineyDr. Sarah Thomas (Sarah) @sarahdateechur.bsky.social · 14/06/2025Reminder: EduMatch Connect is happening at the top of the hour. We are talking digital citizenship in 2025. Join us! Events.edumatch.org/edumatch-connect #EduMatch #EduMatchChat #EduSky #BlackEduSkyevents.edumatch.orgEduMatch ConnectEduMatch Connect is a dynamic professional learning series designed to bring educators together for meaningful, real-time conversations on topics that matter most in education today. Building upon the... 041
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 14/06/2025@edumatch.bsky.social We could all use more discernment when it comes to digital citizenship! #EduMatch #EduMatchConnect - I would also agree with the power of inquiry - asking questions!! 010
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 14/06/2025One thing have I learned of trial (s)…when it/they come(s), it/they is/are revelatory. #MusingsofaHuman 000
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 14/06/2025The time invites you, go, your tickets buy….if you’re in the Orlando area….. timucua.stellartickets.com/events/06-20... 010
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 07/06/2025Celebrate good times come on! #NSU #Classof2025 #CLIMBE 010
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 29/05/2025In a recent survey I conducted in September 2024 via Survey Monkey, educators were asked to respond to a series of questions focused on their perspectives on education. www.denegainey.com/dene-gainey/...denegainey.comThe State of Things: Educators — Dene E. GaineyIntroduction In a recent survey I conducted in September 2024 via Survey Monkey, educators were asked to respond to a series of questions focused on their perspectives on education. A total of... 000
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 29/03/2025The next round leads to the 1st in the group and only the first moves on. Five days to determine who that will be. americasfavteacher.org/2025/dene-ga...americasfavteacher.orgIs Dene Gainey America's Favorite Teacher?I love teaching because I can challenge, and equip students to be the best versions of themselves. #CLIMBE 000
Reposted by Dr. Dene E. GaineyTeacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 20/03/2025Q8. Think of a time you saw students support each other in class. What’s one thing they did that made you proud? #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat 131
Reposted by Dr. Dene E. GaineyTeacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 20/03/2025Q7. How do you embed student self-reflection into your lesson planning? #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat 232
Reposted by Dr. Dene E. GaineyTeacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 20/03/2025Q6. What is one strategy you use to support students through difficult emotions? #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat 132
Reposted by Dr. Dene E. GaineyRenee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 20/03/2025Here's the usual favorite rap parody of mine: youtu.be/JGYlmS4sYco?...youtu.beAlexander Graham Bell(Hotline Bling)YouTube video by The Ed Tech Erudite 111
Reposted by Dr. Dene E. GaineyTeacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 20/03/2025Q5. When you realize you’re struggling to connect with a student, what’s your first step to build that connection? #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat 132
Reposted by Dr. Dene E. GaineyTeacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 20/03/2025Q4. What everyday SEL skills do you aim to model for your students? #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat 221
Reposted by Dr. Dene E. GaineyRenee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 20/03/2025A4: A Growth Mindset, respect, tolerance, making mistakes, and lots & lots of LOVE! Here are some tips on teaching Growth Mindset: #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat 142
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 20/03/2025A3.5Also, I am the teacher who sings, so I am not opposed to breaking into a beat or a song of encouragement. I have done it before! #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat 220
Reposted by Dr. Dene E. GaineyTeacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 20/03/2025Q3. When a student says they’re about to give up on a challenge, what’s one thing you do to encourage perseverance? #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat 231
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 20/03/2025A2: I am not afraid to have conversations with them, or to go off-script. As I often say, lesson plans don’t often go as planned. Meaningful and impactful conversations dictate a shift where necessary. #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat 010
Reposted by Dr. Dene E. GaineyTeacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 20/03/2025Q2. How do you help students feel safe and supported in your classroom and school community? #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat 042
Reposted by Dr. Dene E. GaineyTeacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 20/03/2025Thank you for joining tonight’s #T2Tchat! We’re looking forward to tonight’s conversation about SEL support, with moderators @dawsonedtech.bsky.social and @fuglefun.bsky.social 063
Reposted by Dr. Dene E. GaineyTeacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 20/03/2025Q1. What’s a question or conversation starter that helps you get to know your students better? #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat 222
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 19/03/2025The top ten will be determined tomorrow. americasfavteacher.org/2025/dene-ga... - send your votes! Thanks in advance!americasfavteacher.orgIs Dene Gainey America's Favorite Teacher?I love teaching because I can challenge, and equip students to be the best versions of themselves. #CLIMBE 000
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 18/03/2025Voting continues!! americasfavteacher.org/2025/dene-ga...americasfavteacher.orgIs Dene Gainey America's Favorite Teacher?I love teaching because I can challenge, and equip students to be the best versions of themselves. #CLIMBE 000
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 13/03/2025Would love for any educators out there to take a listen to a couple of my students on episode 1 of the #CLIMBE Podcast - no editing. Raw banter. From the minds of juniors! www.podbean.com/eas/pb-6j5pk...podbean.comEpisode 1, Cast Origins and Forging Healthy Circles.We talk about what the title addresses. We're new and will expand more on these ideas later. 001
Reposted by Dr. Dene E. GaineyDr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 03/03/2025Four more days left in this part of the process - feel free to cast a vote or 20! Vote daily. Must have a Facebook account to vote - humanity confirmation. americasfavteacher.org/2025/dene-ga...americasfavteacher.orgIs Dene Gainey America's Favorite Teacher?I love teaching because I can challenge, and equip students to be the best versions of themselves. #CLIMBE 011
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 11/03/2025Not much editing on this first episode but a couple of juniors have launched a series of conversations that will occur by way of this podcast based on in-class happenings. I say this is a great episode one! Listen in if you dare! www.podbean.com/eas/pb-6j5pk...podbean.comEpisode 1, Cast Origins and Forging Healthy Circles.We talk about what the title addresses (duh). We're new and will expand more on these ideas later. 000
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 03/03/2025Four more days left in this part of the process - feel free to cast a vote or 20! Vote daily. Must have a Facebook account to vote - humanity confirmation. americasfavteacher.org/2025/dene-ga...americasfavteacher.orgIs Dene Gainey America's Favorite Teacher?I love teaching because I can challenge, and equip students to be the best versions of themselves. #CLIMBE 011
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 24/02/2025The day is here and who knows what will happen - but I am happy to take part in this!! americasfavteacher.org/2025/dene-ga...americasfavteacher.orgIs Dene Gainey America's Favorite Teacher?I love teaching because I can challenge, and equip students to be the best versions of themselves. #CLIMBE 000
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 23/02/2025So voting starts tomorrow at 11AM PST! It’s cool that things like this exist to acknowledge the tremendous and perpetual work that teachers do. It reaches so much further than today! americasfavteacher.org/2025/dene-ga... 000
Reposted by Dr. Dene E. GaineyBarbara Bray @bbray27.bsky.social · 21/01/2025 Check out our podcast: "Real Talk with Barbara & Nicole" about Authenticity in a Polarized Society. #Rethink_Learning @biscottinicole.bsky.social @bbray27.bsky.social realtalkbn.buzzsprout.com/2242216/realtalkbn.buzzsprout.comReal Talk with Barbara and NicoleOur podcast is about "Authenticity in a Polarized Society." We may feel like we can't be authentic about having conversations with some people.Our beliefs are valid, yet the problem could be that... 031
Reposted by Dr. Dene E. GaineyBarbara Bray @bbray27.bsky.social · 19/01/2025Join the #Rethink_Learning chat on Monday, January 20th, 2025 (4PT/7ET) to lift the spirit of MLK's message for MLK Day. #FETC #EdTechCommunity #EduSky @beth-smithtech.bsky.social @greenscreengal.bsky.social @techwarrior.bsky.social @mrsholdcraft.bsky.social @thewrightleader.bsky.social 1156
Reposted by Dr. Dene E. GaineyBarbara Bray @bbray27.bsky.social · 20/01/2025Join the #Rethink_Learning chat soon 1/20/25 (4PT/7ET) to lift the spirit of #MLK's message. 4Qs with timings: @denegainey.bsky.social @ericcurts.bsky.social @charlieh33.bsky.social @saldanact.bsky.social @dhasty01.bsky.social @drfrankrud.bsky.social @melching5.bsky.social @jessxbo.bsky.social 451
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 17/01/2025The oculus is not only engaging but offers a variety of things that can be used in the classroom to support learning! #FETC2025 #OculusQuestAdventures #MetaGlasses #CLIMBE #TaketheCLIMBE 000
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 17/01/2025@jaimedonally.bsky.social is at it again here @ #FETC2025 with AR/VR Immersive experiences! This was the day before the immersive experience - Immersion is Jaime! 121
Dr. Dene E. Gainey @denegainey.bsky.social · 17/01/2025Either I found Dr. Dan Kreiness in AR/VR at #FETC or he found me, not sure which one happened. @drkreiness.bsky.social #FETC2025 #CLIMBE #TaketheCLIMBE 110