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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 25/02/2026

Frozen Hudson Valley - a needed breath of brisk air.

A photo of a frozen body of water with mountains shrouded in fog in the background

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 21/07/2025

Cars, trains, and ducks all traveling in parallel - only in the Meadowlands.

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 19/06/2025

Gearing up for some summer reading! I'm excited to see the ideas of @tishaponcio.bsky.social and @rickbutterworth.com to prep our kids for the future. #EduSky

A photo of a book with the title "Today's Learners, Tomorrow's Leaders" by Tisha Poncio and Rick Butterworth

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 04/06/2025

We had a stellar robotics workshop at the Liberty Science Center last week programming 3D printed eyes using Arduinos. #EduSky

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 24/05/2025

I became an afternoon nap spot for a honey bee while hanging out on the deck earlier. Pollinators rock.

A photo of a honey bee on a denim shirt.

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 25/04/2025

Exciting day today - information literacy is a big deal. #EduSky

A photo of Tim being filmed on camera, with the camera facing him in the foreground

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 18/04/2025

A Walter update on 35mm film.

A film photo of a dog outside on a deck outside of a doorway

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 18/03/2025

"Everything matters not in spite of the end of you and all that you love, but because of it. Everything is all you’ve got…and after Everything is nothing." - Ron Currie

A Polaroid photo of a woman and man standing in front of a wooded background.

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 10/03/2025

I'm gearing up to share how I've brought podcasting into the classroom at this year's NJECC Conference. Join me on Tuesday to chat about recording, editing, digital citizenship, and more. I'm looking forward to presenting during the first slot and spending the day learning. #NJECC25 #EduSky

Graphic promoting a presentation titled 'Podcasting in the Classroom: Students as Digital Creators,' presented by Tim Belmont at the NJECC Conference on March 11th, 2025, at Montclair State University.

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 07/02/2025

Walter gets the February vibe.

A dramatic black-and-white photo of a dog looking out through a glass door.

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 06/02/2025

A new batch of podcast projects are starting up! We are planning on making some shows for the @npr.org Student Podcast Challenge. Psyched to blast off. 🚀 #EduSky

A photo of a Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 recording interface on a table with cables in the background.

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 22/01/2025

From mild Florida to snowy New Jersey - and reunited with Walter!

A photo of a dog running in a snowy yard. The dog is running away from the camera.

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 15/01/2025

It was a wonderful first full day of #FETC! Presenting on Digital Citizenship with @katiefielding.com was a success with a 10/10 group. Chatting with @briansepe.bsky.social and other rad people filled my cup. Presentations by @steviefrank.bsky.social and George Couros inspired. THE GOOD STUFF.

A schedule displayed on a large board at a conference, titled “North 210B.” It lists sessions for January 15 and 16, including titles like “Rolling Up Your Sleeves: Leading, Coaching, and Modeling What You Want to See,” “Cultivating Digital Citizenship within Creative Projects,” and “Be the Ringmaster: Preparing and Leading Students Through the AI Circus (K-12).

A presenter in a navy suit is speaking energetically to an audience in a conference room. Behind him, a slide is projected on a screen titled “10 Timeless Principles for Learning, AI, and Emerging Technologies in Education,” with various listed principles visible. Attendees are seated at round tables, some taking notes.

A woman is presenting in a conference room in front of a slide titled “Why Alternative Forms of Assessment?” The slide mentions “Backward Planning Design - Assessment First” and displays images of two books: “Understanding by Design” and “Backward Design: The Basics.” Attendees sit in rows, facing the presenter.

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 12/01/2025

I'm heading to #FETC 2025 in Orlando next week to present and learn. Come say hi - I would love to chat about digital citizenship, student podcasting, instructional coaching, or programming online tools! #FETC2025

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 29/12/2024

When you're expecting a deeper simile...

A photo of a hand-painted sign that says "A Day Without Sunshine Is Like Night"

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 22/12/2024

The year is ending on quite a high note - this past week, I was acknowledged as a 2024 New Jersey Exemplary Educator. Receiving the honor at a board of education meeting with many current and past students present made it even more special. Feeling very grateful. #EduSky

A photo of a woman on the left and a man on the right. The man is holding a certificate that says "2024 Exemplary Educator"

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 08/12/2024

Five years ago, I joined an ISTE Cert Cohort led by @alanawinnick.bsky.social, who gave me advice that shaped my path in education. This year, she encouraged me to present at NYSCATE, an invaluable experience. Grateful for mentors like her and opportunities to connect and grow.

Alana Winnick and Tim Belmont standing together at an event, smiling for the camera. Alana is holding her book titled ‘The Generative Age.’

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 29/11/2024

When I'm feeling down about teaching, I remember the time a student gave me this. #EduSky

A green Post-It stuck on a computer monitor with the words "The good teacher award" written on it

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 28/11/2024

Walter wishes you all a restful Thanksgiving.

A gray and white dog is peacefully sleeping on a cushioned wooden chair with gray upholstery, surrounded by pillows and a cozy blanket.

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 27/11/2024

What a pleasure to spend the past few days learning, presenting, and connecting at my first #NYSCATE. I'm heading back to my district energized with new ideas and solutions to future challenges. A huge thanks to everyone involved! #NYSCATE24 #EduSky

A conference schedule for NYSCATE on November 25–26, 2024, listing sessions on technology in education, including topics like UDL, AI tools, and student podcasting.

A panel discussion at a conference, with the slide reading “Navigating AI Policy in Education for Innovation, Ethics, and Privacy,” featuring five seated panelists and a presenter at a podium.

A promotional item with a purple cartoon fox labeled “kami,” attached to a wooden stick, resembling a small fan.

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 25/11/2024

Congrats to all of the #NYSCATE 2024 Grant Winners!

The image shows a stage setup at the NYSCATE 2024 conference with a large screen in the background displaying the text “NYSCATE 2024 Grant Winners.” Three individuals are on stage, two standing behind a small table on the left and one speaking at a podium on the right. The stage is decorated with modern geometric panels and the letters “NYSCATE” prominently displayed in the background.

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 21/11/2024

Whenever anyone posts about a Bluesky Starter Pack, I can't help but think about the original Pokémon card game Starter Set from back in the late 90s.

A box for the 2-Player Starter Set of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. The blue box is on a wooden floor, and the box has an illustration of a Pokéball.

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 18/11/2024

Sometimes, the best thing we can do for our classrooms is to take time to focus elsewhere and reset. I had the pleasure of doing just that this weekend (with bonus Walter). #EduSky

A fluffy gray and white dog sitting on a sandy beach with the ocean and a clear blue sky in the background.

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 11/11/2024

The results from yesterday's Teacher Tapp survey regarding teacher stressors is a bit telling. Fairly small sample size - would most educators agree that student behavior is at the top of the list? #EduSky

A survey from Teacher Tapp asking, “Have any of the following caused you to feel stressed or unhappy at work over the last 2 weeks?” with percentages of respondents indicating stress factors:
• Accountability (performance evaluations, standardized test scores, school inspections): 21%
• Preparing for lessons: 27%
• Grading: 43%
• Administrative tasks: 38%
• Relationship with colleagues: 29%
• Relationship with parents: 23%

Continuation of the Teacher Tapp survey showing more stress factors:
• Relationships with school leadership: 43%
• Concerns related to students (mental health, safety, behavior): 57%
• Student behavior: 57%
• Other: 4%
• No stress/unhappiness reported: 7%
• Not relevant/cannot answer: 7%
Total of 91 responses recorded on 10th November 2024.

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 18/10/2023

Hello, Bluesky! My login wasn't working for a bit, but we're back. Walter is happy to be here too. #edusky

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 11/07/2023

Had to grab a Polaroid of the stand we buy clams from down the Jersey Shore. It’s sinking into the sand, so you know the clams are good.

A Polaroid photo of a clam stand that looks old

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 05/07/2023

Leaving the Jersey Shore and tapping back into the education world for a few days.. time to start tackling a backlog of books. Anyone have any must-reads for educators? #EDUSky

A sunset over Barnegat Bay with dramatic blue and orange colors

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 03/07/2023

Here’s a behind-the-scenes pic of @fieldingnotes.bsky.social and I at the Kami 10th birthday party during #ISTELive - this was my first stop during the conference and it was pretty mind-blowing. They really went all-out. #EDUSky

Two people sitting on a couch in front of a neon sign that says “Kami”

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Tim Belmont @tbelmont.com · 01/07/2023

Hello, Bumi. This is Walter.

A white and grey fluffy dog looking directly into the camera.

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