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Michelle Grant

@michellegrant.bsky.social
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#UKEd #EduSky. Y4 Class Teacher 🍏. MCCT. NEU Rep. Computing lead. Wife. She/Her. Mum of four kids, two cats and a Siamese fighting fish. #BLM 🌈 🏳️‍⚧️Ally. Currently playing #SouthOfMidnight, #Stray and #PlanetOfLana. Currently reading #MurderBotDiaries

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JustMaths Mel @justmaths.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
The letter I'd like to send to parents ... maths is not fecking genetic... lets stop maths bashing ... one person at a time .. justmaths.co.uk/the-letter-i...
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The letter I'd like to send to parents about maths
Maths ability is not genetic
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Jane @localnotail.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Come on down to the Council House for International Day of Birmingham, see the Re-Union Jack ♥️ #OneBrum Goldship have repurposed dozens of dirty & torn polyester flags removed from Birmingham's lamp posts to create a huge Union Jack, adorned with the names of people who have called Birmingham home
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GOLDSHIP Re-Union Jack 2026

Repurposed polyester flags/Mixed media.

Re-Union Jack is an ongoing community art project conceived by GoldShip, the creative duo of textile sculptor Clare Elisabeth and event producer Sam Shipman.

Repurposing dozens of dirty and torn polyester flags removed from Birmingham's lamp posts, Clare and Sam, alongside countless contributors from the wider community, pieced them together to create a huge Union Jack.

The flag was then transformed over several months by countless more contributors into a visual celebration of the people and stories that have helped shape the West Midlands. Across its surface are the names of influential Midlanders, spanning from the Anglo-Saxon Beorma, after whom Birmingham takes its name, through to the present day. Each has a connection to migration, immigration or the positive influence of people who have made the West Midlands their home.

Together, these names reflect the region's extraordinary history as a vibrant melting pot of cultures, ideas, talent and communities - and the positive contribution that migration has made to its identity.

The flag has since been signed in black by many of the people whose names feature upon it as a collective endorsement of its message of unity, inclusion and community.Photo of huge Union (Jack) Flag on lighting truss in the hall of the Council House. 
It's glorious and bears many names upon it of the people of Birmingham 
Each has a connection to migration, immigration or the positive influence of people who have made the West Midlands their home.
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Gave blood today. Please consider doing the same. #GiveBlood www.blood.co.uk
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Education Support @edsupportuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Teaching Assistants, you are classroom stars. ⭐ A huge thank you to all our TAs and LSAs for everything you do, today on #NationalTADay and every day. 👏 You really do make a difference to children’s lives. 📸 The Little Keepsake Company
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Education Support @edsupportuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
TAs and LSAs are the unsung heroes of our education system. 💙 Ahead of #NationalTADay, we’re sharing free mental health and wellbeing resources designed specifically for teaching assistants. Download and share with your team: ow.ly/oLfj50ZQwAI
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Best for Britain @bestforbritain.org · 20/09/2026
Nigel Farage leads a political party. He’s a sitting MP. And he hosts his own primetime show on GB News. We believe Ofcom should investigate whether he broke impartiality rules on 15 September 2026. Use our template to write a letter to Ofcom's CEO:
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Tell Ofcom's CEO: How can Farage be impartial presenting a programme on party donations? - Best for Britain
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Britain's future relationship with Europe is being debated in Parliament on 12th October. I've just asked my MP to attend. Will you ask yours? www.europeanmovement.co.uk/contact-mp-a...
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Ask your MP to stand up for our future in Europe
On 12 October, Parliament will debate the UK's future relationship with Europe, after a government petition got over 100,000 signatures. Will you write to your MP to ask them to attend the debate?
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Eric Columbus @ericcolumbus.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Happy 72nd Birthday to Ruby Bridges, who at the age of 6 desegregated the New Orleans public schools. She’s younger than 30 senators and our last two presidents—and only 7 years older than Barack Obama. The past isn’t past.
Ruby Bridges, age 6Ruby Bridges flanked by three U.S. Marshals on the steps of her schoolNorman Rockwell’s painting depicting the event, “The Problem We All Live With,” originally published as a centerfold in the January 14, 1964 issue of Look magazine. Ruby Bridges talking with President Obama as they look at Rockwell’s painting while it was temporarily displayed at the White House in 2011.
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Captain Mark Kelly @captmarkkelly.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Before losing her life in 1986 aboard Space Shuttle Challenger, Christa McAuliffe was set to be the first teacher in space with plans to teach a lesson to kids around the world from orbit. Today is her birthday, and even now, her courage and dedication to education continues to inspire.
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Andrew Male @andrewmale.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
“Wow, a small plane must have crashed into the World Trade Centre.” Great piece, about 9/11 and the weird and confusing seventeen minutes between “accident” and “attack”.
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AR @psalisbury.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
I know I've posted it it before, but someone might find this useful. I share this every September (although I do modify it) but if you're a new/inexperienced Head it might help you help everyone focus on what is important at the start of the year... philsalisbury.wordpress.com/2026/02/22/w...
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We go again
We go again At the start of every new half term, and especially the start of a new year, we put aside some time to remind teachers about the importance of ‘starting again’.  I pinched the phra…
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Amazing!
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
It’s different. I like it. #HipHpp #RnB #Soul #BlackSky music.apple.com/gb/album/bef...
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Before The World Blows by Erykah Badu & The Alchemist on Apple Music
Album · 2026 · 16 Songs
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LaDarrion Williams @itsladarrion.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
To the kid back in Alabama who read Percy Jackson and told himself he’d write a book series with a character who looks like him one day… You did it, kid. #booksky
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Fascinating. Thanks for sharing. 👏🏾
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Nick Pettigrew @nick-pettigrew.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Just seen what currently happens when you Google 'Dolly Parton'.
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Great blog Allen. Thanks for sharing. #EduSky #Computing #CodeClub #microbit #Coding
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Loved it. This book is a love letter to all dog owners and Russell’s dog Baxter… ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ @russincheshire.bsky.social #BookSky 📚💙 #dogs www.goodreads.com/book/show/25...
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The Wolf That Chews Rocks
Baxter has an extraordinary nose, the common sense of a…
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Alastair Gittner @agittner.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
I taught science for 30+ years and have three sons, I never found a chemistry kit that was worth the money. Save your pennies and buy them the best microscope you can (a lot more science value for your money avoid toy ones) and buy @alomshaha.bsky.social ;s book.
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Caroline Keep @ka83k.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Just read @carolecadwalla.bsky.social piece on Prof Jason Arday. As an autistic I want to talk about this bit she highlighted from from Will Self. Autobiography narratives... Distinction is vital and rarely understood by NT observers. Here's a thread on my thoughts...
Neurotypical biography is continually reconstructed through live social situations; autistic identity may be less securely mediated by this continuous social reconstruction, while autobiographical memory and the interpretation of defining events can bear an unusual weight in maintaining a sense of continuity across a life. To challenge wholesale an autistic person's account of the facts of their life can therefore amount to something considerably more invasive than ordinary fact-checking: it can become an assault upon the narrative structures through which that person understands who they are.
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Alom Shaha @alomshaha.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
If you know anyone training to be a science teacher next year, please let them know I am giving away FREE Kindle editions of my book about school science, “Why Don’t Things Fall Up?” - just get in touch and I’ll send a link. (Happy to give you one even if you’re not training as a teacher)
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Why Don’t Things Fall Up?
Why Don’t Things Fall Up? delivers what every adult and schoolchild deserves, but often doesn’t get: an authoritative and accessible account of the key ideas in science. The book is rooted in Alom’…
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EveryDoctor @everydoctor.org.uk · 22/08/2026
🚨 Don't let our health service be sold off. We need to send a clear message: the NHS is not for sale. Take 30 seconds to demand a well-resourced, publicly owned, and sustainable NHS. Send our letter to Yvette Cooper now: everydoctor.eaction.org.uk/save-the-nhs...
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Neil Mackay @neilmackay.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Every single journalist in Britain should read this searing essay by Will Self
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Jason Arday: J'Accuse the British Media
After the death of Jason Arday, Will Self asks what happens when the media machine mistakes what interests the public for the public interest.
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Sewage in the rivers. Companies drowning in debt. Billions siphoned in profits. Private water is working exactly as designed. Just not for us. Tell your MP to back public ownership: actionnetwork.org/letters/ask-...
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Ask your MP to support public ownership of water!
Sewage in the rivers. Companies drowning in debt. Billions siphoned in profits. Private water is working exactly as designed. Just not for us. Tell your MP to back public ownership: https://actionnet...
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
My mum was playing bingo when the emergency alarm went off. All the phones in the bingo hall pinged at once panicking the pensioners and as most couldn’t read their mobile screens, they all thought it was a fire alarm! Lucky there wasn’t any heart attacks! #EmergencyAlarm
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
The science block burning down with valuable artefacts in it.
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
We need to show rightwing newspapers that actions have consequences. Add your name: goodlawproject.org/s/abb8a1
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Jason Arday: Demand a public inquiry now | Good Law Project
Commission an immediate public inquiry into how to ensure a responsible press given its contribution to Dr Arday’s tragic death.
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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Sending love to Jason Arday's family and friends. He was subject of sustained and malicious media attacks which were no doubt more vicious because he was Black. We must now reflect on the impact of a trial by some of the media and online on someone under extreme pressure.
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Marcus Luther @marcusluther.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
As a teacher who believes in building a classroom around collaboration and conversation, I really love reading articles like this that sort of "check my assumptions" and offer a different lens 🙏 www.edutopia.org/article/supp...
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5 Ways to Connect With the Quiet Students in Your Classroom
These practical steps help students know that they are valued and encourage classroom participation in ways that reduce anxiety.
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British Psychological Society @bpsofficial.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
"Your exam results don't define you. They don't say how warm, funny, kind or creative you can be." With A-Level results out tomorrow, Psychologist Dr Peter Olusoga shares honest, reassuring words for anyone waiting on theirs and those supporting them. Share this with someone who might need it
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Count Binface @countbinface.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Wow. Just wow.
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Stuart Rowntree @primarythink.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
1/4 I think “future unemployment risk” is the wrong frame for primary schools. Too heavy & deterministic. Easy to turn into another label attached to children far too early. The better lens, for me, is future participation.
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Russ Jones @russincheshire.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
A quick summary of why you should definitely, definitely trust Nigel Farage with your vote. Definitely.
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
The LG comments and discussion remind me of the bad ol’ days of holiday pile-ons on Edu Twitter. But this is about COVID and people died…
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Out for a walk whilst on holiday and saw a real Cyber Truck in the wild. So much bigger and cheaper looking than I expected… #OchoRios #CyberTruck #Jamaica
A parked Cyber Truck painted in Jamaican colours advertising a Jamaican solar company. A side view of a painted Cyber Truck. A huge wheel dominates the image. Front angle photo of a painted Cyber Truck. The license plate reads: LSOLAR
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David Didau @didau.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Schools are normally thought of as machines to optimise but it might be more helpful to imagine them as ecosystems to cultivate. Healthy schools renew the conditions that make future success possible. open.substack.com/pub/daviddid...
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The ecology of schools
An ecological perspective explains why relationships, feedback and adaptation matter more than isolated interventions
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Sounds like my phone wasn’t trying hard enough…
Notification on my phone reads: 
Shortcuts
Couldn't find shortcut
The operation couldn't be completed.
Couldn't find shortcut
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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
It’s that time of year again: here are some of the books I’ve enjoyed this summer. If you’ve read any good ones, let me know!
Barack Obama's 2026 Summer Reading List: 

Kin by Tayari Jones
The Things We Never Say by Elizabeth Strout
A World Appears by Michael Pollan
Whistler by Ann Patchett
This Land is Your Land by Beverly Gage
Vigil by George Saunders
One Sun Only by Camille Bordas
Seek Immediate Shelter by Vincent Yu
Data Empire by Roopika Risam
Transcription by Ben Lerner
Cool Machine by Colson Whitehead
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Stella @stella-b.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
This is a really good idea. 🚴🏽‍♀️
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Book, beach, bar… #Holiday #OchoRios #Jamaica #EduSky
I’m holding my book while sipping on a delicious cocktail at one of the hotel bars on my holiday in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Brother-in-law’s wedding today. It’s going to be a great day. #OchoRios #Jamaica #WeddingDay #Holiday #Sunrise
Glorious golden sun rise over the beach in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. The sun is just rising over calm water and waves gently lap the beach.
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Birmingham 81 @birmingham81.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Here's something useful - an amazing archive of BBC Essential Mixes to play and download. Features sets by Andrew Weatherall, Massive Attack, Portishead, Bukem, DJ Shadow, Daft Punk, Goldie, François Kevorkian, Coldcut, Optimo, Frankie Knuckles, Greg Wilson, Gilles etc ▶️ archive.org/download/BBC...
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
😂❤️
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
We’ve arrived safely in Jamaica yesterday. The hotel is stunning. Currently, it’s 6am and I’m watching the sun rise. #Sunrise #Holiday #OchoRios #Jamaica 🫶🏾🌅🇯🇲
My husband and me sitting on our flight. A view from the plane window. Blue sky and tiny white clouds can be seen beyond a slick white plane wing. The view of my hotel room. The beds are decorated with a towel sculpture and red flowers are placed over the bed blanket. The sun rising over the beach at Ocho Rios
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
900 day streak! Bit worried I’m going to trash it as about to go away on holiday but a nice achievement for today. 😁 @teachertapp.bsky.social #EduSky
Teacher Tapp 900 Day Streak sticker. A green and white achievement badge.
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Proud mum moment. 🎓 www.linkedin.com/in/dakarai-grant @ictevangelist.bsky.social @sneekylinux.bsky.social #EduSky #FirstClassHonours #ComputerScience #UniversityONorthampton #Graduation
Dak’s LinkedIn message:

Dakarai Grant • 
First Class Computer Science Graduate || Software & IT

I'm incredibly delighted to announce that I've been awarded First Class Honours in BSc Computer Science from the University of Northampton.

Not every module was easy. Some genuinely gave me more trouble than l'd like to admit, but a journey like that makes the final result all the sweeter. I thoroughly enjoyed all three years of my course and will look back on this time fondly.

As I turn towards the future, I have to thank my friends and family just as much as my lecturers and mentors. I plan to continue my career building software, systems, and anything in between that makes a difference.

#FirstClassHonours #ComputerScience #UniversityONorthampton #Graduation
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
I’m over the moon. We just found out that my son got a 1st in his degree!!! 🥳 #EduSky
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Michelle Grant @michellegrant.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Microsoft is planning to build three massive AI data centres in Leeds. Draining thousands of litres of water from the River Aire and become the city's biggest carbon emitter. We can still stop the council's final sign-off, but we need more voices. Add your name: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/pr...
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Stop the Microsoft AI megasite in Leeds!
Microsoft wants to build three huge AI data centres at Skelton Grange. It would drain the River Aire and become the city's biggest carbon emitter. We can still stop it - add your name to the petition.
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Michael Rosen @michaelrosenyes.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
Do your children or you fancy writing some poems? There are 11 poetry workshops on our channel here, where I give you ideas for writing poems. All 11 are called 'Michael Rosen Poetry Workshop'. (Wearing a fawn jumper in these vids!) www.youtube.com/c/MichaelRos...
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Kids’ Poems and Stories With Michael Rosen
Official Michael Rosen Channel Every video and playlist here is approved by Michael himself. If it’s on this channel, it’s the real deal and safe for children. You may see “YTP” or “poop” remixes on...
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