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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

I've been following @marcusluther.bsky.social for years. I. Can't. Wait. To meet him! #ideacon

Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Listening to #ideacon Tuesday keynote Ted Neitzke on the That's the IDEA podcast. Everything he's saying is resonating with me. I can't wait to meet him!

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Ready or not, here we go! #IDEAcon bound bright and early this morning!

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

New Teacher PD Game ✅ Cool outfit ✅ Sunday Scaries on Wednesday ✅ I guess it really is time to go back... #edusky

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Tomorrow is new teacher orientation. I've got all the important things ready to go... 🤣 #edusky

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

You are looking at the new President and First Gentleman of @ideaillinois.bsky.social. The organization has done so much for me over the years. I'm so happy to volunteer my time to help it grow! Pic is circa 2017 conference!

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

It's @ideaillinois.bsky.social 40th birthday year! AND my year of reigning president. If you are on the fence about presenting OR if you've never presented, this is your sign! DM me if you want help with your proposal! #edusky docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

IDEAcon 2026 The Call is here. Call for proposals is now open. Closing August 4th, 2025.

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

We started our retreat with a reflection: how has @ideaillinois.bsky.social helped me? Here's my answer. I could've written several more post its. If you're an educator looking for a great group of people, join Illinois Digital Educators Alliance. It's free, and it's a game changer.

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

Two-day @ideaillinois.bsky.social Exec Board Meeting. We have so many cool things coming soon! Stay tuned for info in the coming months! #IDEAcon #edtech #edusky

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

I have spent the last two days with an awesome Rochester educator group drafting #AI guidance for our teachers and students. Two powerful statements we discussed: AI isn't going anywhere-we can't ignore it. Our students are already using AI; we seek to guide them, not ban it. #edusky

Picture of a robotic created by tech images

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Breakout Boxes: An oldie but a goodie. It was fun to introduce a new group of students to the magic. They were a little thrown off by all the math they had to do in math class. 😂 "I thought this would be a break from math..." #edusky

Students working on math with a Breakout EDU box on the table.

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

I got to team up with my best pal (and @sturmdon.bsky.social) to run the @ideaillinois.bsky.social game table at a #STEM fair in the neighboring town! It was fun to play with the students, but it was even better to see my little girl acting all grown up with as she ran the games! 💕

Girl standing in front of IDEA table with games on it.

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

The most I've smiled and laughed in a long time: I had the pleasure of watching some of our seniors perform fables in Spanish. They were amazing! #edusky

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

The capacity builders session 7 on disciplinary literacy and supporting adolescent readers provided by @ISBEnews is a great resource for a secondary #instructionalcoach! #edusky

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

I missed #worldsemicolonday. But here's your belated reminder. You are enough. Your story isn't over. You are not alone. I'm one DM away for anyone in need of someone to talk to.

Wrist with a tattoo. The tattoo is a heart and a semicolon.

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

JH Students today held a "County Fair" to collect data to calculate the probability of winning their game. It was neat to see their creativity and the way some games had a much higher probability of winning than others! #edchat #math

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Watching #CanvaCreate today has me PUMPED about what teachers and students can do with Canva! #edusky

Stage with presentation that says, "Team project. In one design."

Stage with presentation that says, "Welcome Canva Sheets"

Stage with presentation that says, "Add your video to any design."

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

It was great to see you, @mrscford.bsky.social! Any time we get to hang and watch students have fun is a win! Thanks for bringing your fun and expertise to Rochester! We ❤️ @ideaillinois.bsky.social!

Stefanie and Traci posing with an Abe Lincoln cutout in the RHS gymnasium. STEM Fair.

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

It was great to have @ideaillinois.bsky.social represented at Central Illinois #STEM Fair! The games were a hit!

Table with large yellow wheel and colorful game pieces

Stefanie playing a ladder game with a student

A student playing the yellow wheel game with Dan

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

I got to watch our art teacher teach a new lesson today, AND she let me demonstrate my learning alongside the students. I'm creating a bowl using the pattern from my signature Dunks. I learned so much. Seriously. Instructional coaching is the best job ever, guys. #edusky

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Here's to always remembering to lift each other up, not tear each other down. There's room enough at the top. #InternationalWomensDay

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

My coaching colleagues and our librarian knocked it out of the park with their lunch and learn about the importance of classroom libraries today. The research they shared highlights the impact creating a culture of #literacy has! #edusky

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

Another day in Spanish with the Spanish 3 teacher! The whole class spoke in Spanish for the entire period. What a way to start my morning. I was firing synapses I didn't know I still had! My goal is to see every teacher in action this quarter. It's made me so proud to work here! #edusky

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Watching Chris try KialoEdu. He's got 100 percent engagement. I'm watching a student who struggles many days to have motivation to engage at all complete MORE than the assigned number of claims/responses. This is a discussion game changer if you haven't used it. #ideacon #edusky

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

La Profesora de Español invited me in to watch her implement something she learned at a conference. I loved the IR time for Spanish books, the lesson was awesome, and she was able to teach ME how to write a paragraph in Spanish (with some errors-don't judge). It was awesome! #edusky

Presentation with a dog, the teacher, and spanish words.

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

Christmas in February!! I ordered this shirt and forgot to pick it up until yesterday, so of course I had to wear it!!! 😂

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

The days were long and the sleeps were SHORT, but I had a blast as incoming president at #IDEACon #IDEACon2025 This crew makes me smile. We may be silly and we may go on a lot of side journeys, but we make it happen too!! My cup runneth over from all the positive vibes this week.

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

Punk Rock Leadership! Pumped to learn with Michael Earnshaw #punkrockclassrooms #IDEAcon #ideacon2025

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

I mean...I was coming to the session anyway, but even if I wasn't planning on it, their energy would have pulled me in! #IDEAcon #IDEAcon2025

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

"This isn't a conference. It's an experience." "It's like a big family here. I love it." "Other conferences just aren't this fun." And the fun isn't stopping! We are having teacher-nerd fun all night! If you're not here, I hope you're researching how to come next year! #IDEAcon #IDEA2025

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

The game has changed. But we can adapt to help our students be successful. #IDEAcon #IDEAcon2025

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

These essential questions... Yes. To all of them. We have to make education human centered. #IDEAcon #IDEAcon2025 Thank you to to @corneliusminor.bsky.social and @kass-minor.bsky.social

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

Here we go!!! Getting started with The Power of an IDEA with @evohannan.bsky.social #IDEAcon #IDEAcon2025

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Pro tip: if you're running a PD on Valentine's Day, have them write their exit tickets on Valentines. It makes you feel instantly popular. 🤣 #edusky

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

We're deep diving into the first 6 standards as a district. "We're falling in love... again... with the standards. It's a Friday, and we're digging in!! #edusky

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Okay, so I can't sing, but I LOVE a good karaoke party! Free snacks and drinks as well! I'm telling you, #IDEACon is THE BEST conference! I hope you see you at our Sunday social!

Text reads Sunday February 16 from 5:30-7:30. edumatch Karaoke

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

We have made it 100 days. I don't normally dress up, but I figure if by some chance I make it to 100 years old, I'll definitely wish I was at Wrigley... #edusky #flythew

Me in a cardigan wearing a shirt that says "I'd rather be at Wrigley."

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

Do my English teachers NEED coins with their faces on them to teach the thesis activity? No. But will it be more engaging for students. Also probably no. But did I make them anyway because it makes me laugh? Sure did. #edusky

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Pumped to learn this morning. Thank you to IL ROE 47 for providing this free summit! #edusky

Presentation slide that says "College and Career Readiness Summit"

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

I'm in one of my favorite places this morning: The BAND room!! Once a band nerd, always a band nerd... And our band is amazing!! Best job ever? ✅ #edusky

Classroom full of students with band instruments

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 25/12/2024

Merry Christmas from my family to yours! Enjoy our annual Christmas Eve dance!

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

I take my job of instructional coach VERY seriously. Even if a colleague just needs a nap between school and a game, Imma make it happen! Love you, friend!

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

It's TRIAL DAY in ELA!!! Sound on for full fun. #edusky

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

Multitasking this morning. Working with students AND learning with my Transitional English colleagues. It's great to hear how TELA is going in high schools across the state! If you're an IL educator or administrator and you haven't looked at it yet, I'd love to get you started! #edusky

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

When I create activities for students this year, I have been making it a goal to put in an Easter Egg of something I have always wanted to integrate into a lesson. Just some extra fun for me. 😁 Today, it was TSwift into the Crucible Escape room! #edusky

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Happy Birthday to the organization that taught me what it meant to connect with other educators. I went from a silo to a whole crew of innovators. @ideaillinois.bsky.social changed me as an educator, and I will forever be grateful for the continued inspiration it provides. It's free to join!

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

I'm working with 8th grade ELA on a mock trial. The judges will have to make real-time decisions which will influence the proceedings. To practice, I created a quick bot using #AI to give them scenarios! It was a great way to keep them engaged while the lawyers prepare the case! #edusky

A scenario from Chat GPT. The student choose sustained.

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Traci Johnson @drtjohnson.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

Not me over here crying during the senior madrigal song... These seniors hold a special place in my heart. They welcomed me back to the classroom last year, and they probably taught me more than I taught them. It never gets easier watching the seniors share their "lasts." #edusky

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