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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Thinking big today with some WNY educators in the Student Startups consortium. Gearing up for student pitch finals this Spring. Today’s venue: www.theexchangeatbeverlygray.org

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

I spend a lot less time in the edu space on the socials these days thanks to the game I love. Life has gotten busier in a good way. The ice rink brings me joy. Late night skates keep me young. Also having a blast coaching two youth travel teams in WNY. 🏒 winding down, ⚾️ 🥍 ready for 🚀

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

If it is your first time tuning into #GlobalStudentChat, these norms help strengthen this learning space. Thanks for being a part of this incredible community. youtu.be/hXoUv0IIWs8

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

We are LIVE for the next 30 minutes at youtu.be/hXoUv0IIWs8. Join the convo today as students discuss the topic of "A Healthy New Year." Chime in on YouTube Live or on your favorite social media platform using #GlobalStudentChat. Questions coming up over the next half hour:

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

Casting my people’s choice vote to move FETC to Buffalo in future years. It’s beautiful here in January! #edtech #EduSky

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

Merry Multiplayer Madness was a hit in the cafeteria this week! #esportsLSC might have some new faces in 2025. The Grinch even got in on the action. @dptechint.bsky.social

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

Snow days last week couldn’t shut down AP Computer Science from a great day of authentic learning from Amazon Future Engineer Virtual Tour & competition for #HourOfCode. We jammed out with Music Lab too. 💻💡🎶🎉 #edtechLSC

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

We turned back time in the cafeteria today for some Merry Multiplayer Madness fun on behalf of #esportsLSC for the 12 Days Themed Calendar.

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Thanks for tuning into #GlobalStudentChat! The conversation doesn't end here. Join the slow chat throughout December. We'll be back live again in the new year ringing in fresh ideas for 2025 on January 14. If you missed it, catch the replay on demand: youtu.be/Yr9pbO1yY2U

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Q5 What are some of the best ways you have found to capture someone’s attention? #GlobalStudentChat youtu.be/Yr9pbO1yY2U

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Q4 Do you feel that the benefits of social media outweigh the disadvantages? #GlobalStudentChat youtu.be/Yr9pbO1yY2U

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Q3 Do you see dopamine as a good thing or a bad thing? What in your life (besides social media) brings on dopamine? #GlobalStudentChat youtu.be/Yr9pbO1yY2U

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Before we get into Question 3, let's talk about dopamine. Check out this graphic made by one of the #GlobalStudentChat student leaders:

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Q2 Do you end up spending more time on technology than you had originally planned? After being “plugged in” for a long period of time, how are you able to focus on work? #GlobalStudentChat youtu.be/Yr9pbO1yY2U

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Q1 Do you find technology has aided our focus or harmed our focus? How so? #GlobalStudentChat youtu.be/Yr9pbO1yY2U

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

We are beyond lucky to always have the support of incredible & brilliant guest experts on panel at #GlobalStudentChat, including @yaritzav.bsky.social this month. Be sure to give Yaritza a follow across her social media channels to continue to connect with her! globaledsschat.com/2024/12/03/glo…

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Today's #GlobalStudentChat deals with attention so we are experimenting with a new, shorter/quicker style chat in the hopes that we capture your attention...and keep it! We'd love to get some feedback from participants before next month's chat. youtu.be/Yr9pbO1yY2U

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

If it is your first time tuning into #GlobalStudentChat, these norms help strengthen this learning space. Thanks for being a part of this incredible community. youtu.be/Yr9pbO1yY2U

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Shoutout to @edtechnocation.com for this VR Roller Coaster challenge idea! Had a blast creating a Seek & Find Adventure with students in Media Tech: Gaming Concepts at Lake Shore HS. Give it a try: gamesforchange.org/studentchall... #edtechLSC #ARVRinEdu #CSEdWk #CSEdWeek

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

Thank you James Cook for providing me with a creative outlet. #EduSky #BillsMafia

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

December #GlobalStudentChat is happening soon. Inviting all of #EduSky to join in the convo on YouTube Live as students discuss attention in the age of distraction. Guest expert on panel is the amazing @yaritzav.bsky.social! Panel questions & info: globaledsschat.com/2024/12/03/g...

Global Student Chat graphic hi-lighting the topic of attention.

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Kicking off Archeology Adventure with Minecraft Education in Grade 6. DIGGING into some awesome immersive learning. Incredible world build and activities available to all: arc.educationapps.vic.gov.au/learning/sit... #edtechLSC

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

An absolute gold mine of a find for any #maker out there. Our students are currently building some cardboard arcade games for a regional cardboard arcade showcase at KeyBank Center. Shoutout to the school loading dock area for an endless stash of cardboard! #makered #edtechLSC

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

How great is this?! Ty Johnson repping #SameHere @samehereglobal.bsky.social for My Cause My Cleats! Voted as one of the best cleats showcased this weekend helping bring #MentalHealth awareness to millions 👏🏼 to Ty and #BillsMafia.

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 01/12/2024

Not a good day in Orchard Park, NY for car shopping but a picture perfect day for Sunday Night Football. Go Bills.

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 30/11/2024

Thanksgiving Day hockey with the fellas. Love this tradition. Burned off some calories to prepare for the feast. Also found this sweet helmet in the locker room that required a post game selfie.

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 30/11/2024

It’s. About. To. Go. Down. ❄️

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

When your #edtechLSC partner in crime comes back from #NYSCATE with @wakelet.bsky.social swag, it’s one heck of a day!

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Kaibot x Kai’s Quest Swift Playground is an absolute blast! Grade 4s loving their quests and not wanting to leave the library. @kaiseducation.bsky.social #edtechLSC

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

We have the coolest room in the school. Love when students walk in for the first time. Similar reactions to what I had 😳😮 #esportsLSC

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

Yes!! @samehereglobal.bsky.social is here. If you are passionate about #mentalhealth in school communities, nobody does it better. Give them a follow and a nice #EduSky welcome. #education #edtech #SameHere #NYSCATE

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

Will have to recreate in 2029 with a 📸 of this 2024 #NYSCATE 📸 and the 2019 #ISTE 📸 #SelfieInception @wickeddecent.bsky.social

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

@heathertechedu.bsky.social is the real deal. She traveled all the way from Texas to #NYSCATE and I’m glad I got to catch some of the brilliance in action 💥

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

I don’t get to many edu conferences these days but my Sunday was made at #NYSCATE by seeing so many edupals! Even got to catch up with my good friend Dr. Jen Williams! www.jenwilliamsedu.com

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

The #NYSCATE exhibit hall closed at 4:30 PM yesterday and most booths were empty but the @briskteaching.bsky.social booth was still buzzing. Can’t get enough of the awesome that Brisk offers. Stop by and say 👋🏻 to their fun, educator driven team.

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

If there’s a student presentation at an educator conference, it’s a must stop for me on the agenda! #NYSCATE @alanawinnick.bsky.social

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

Keep this thing growing this Wakelet collection throughout #NYSCATE #NYSCATE24! @ryanmcgtech.bsky.social

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

“The work you do can be life changing & life saving. I challenge all of us to advocate passionately and employ creativity in providing accessible tools ensuring that every person has the means to thrive, direct their own journey and engage in their learning as they choose.” Jordyn Zimmerman #NYSCATE

Jordyn Zimmerman sharing a NYSCATE keynote on accessibility

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Michael Drezek @mdrez.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

Powerful. Moving. Inspiring. Authentic…and so much more. Thanks to #NYSCATE for bringing Jordyn Zimmerman here to share the importance of accessibility in education. So glad to finally meet Jordyn in person after following her work for a few years.

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