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Joyce Whitby @joywhitby.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

REGISTER NOW for Thrive 2... a free virtual conference Sep 10 and 17, 2026 focused on helping our DEMOCRACY Thrive. Helping people become informed, confident, connected, & active participants in democratic life. NonPartisan events.ringcentral.com/events/thriv... youtube.com/shorts/SksLm...

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What Is Thrive2—and Why Does It Matter Now? #civicengagement #democracy #democracyinaction

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Ross Johnson @rosserford.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

We’re going to hear about how everyone loved Dolly, and that feels true. But it’s good to remember, and to her credit, that she was attacked for her AIDS activism, her vaccine advocacy, her LGBTQ+ support and even, more recently, for her reading initiatives. She ALWAYS stood firm when it mattered.

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Christopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 26/08/2026

The Empire State Building went pink at exactly 9:25pm for Dolly Parton. Because of course they made it 9 to 5. That’s how you honor an icon. 🩷

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Acyn @acyn.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Warner on CBS: I was embarrassed that the president went before our country and networks like yours carried this as news as opposed to a rehash of falsehoods. It is incumbent upon you and any responsible journalist to pushback on this.

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Wondering why we haven’t heard whether Mitch McConnell is dead or brain dead???? Under Kentucky law, if a U.S. Senate vacancy occurs, the governor must call a special election. Under legislation passed in 2024, the governor no longer has the power to appoint a temporary replacement.

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

How long do we have before today’s presidential library recognition becomes the Trump, Obama presidential center and yet another ridiculously expensive law suit?

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Watching the Obama presidential library opening with so many distinguished past political and cultural leaders expressing positive feelings. Trump must be out of his mind over this!

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

I am about halfway through Hijack on Apple TV, I am finding it most intriguing. Idris Elba is a magnetic character.

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Joyce Whitby @joywhitby.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

I am so excited to be moderating an edWebinar next Monday 3/30 at 12 noon EDT by none other than the amazing Dr. Chantell Manahan, CETL WHY GOOD SCHOOLS GET MISUNDERSTOOD: COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES THAT BUILD TRUST #EDUSKY #EDUCATORS #edchat #futureready REGISTER: home.edweb.net/webinar/posi...

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Why Good Schools Get Misunderstood: Communication Strategies That Build Trust - edWeb

Explore why even strong schools experience communication breakdowns and what educators can do to fix them.

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

My daughter’s great find: Check out this list of pop culture books on tuckerdspress.com/books and use the code: FWWM315 for 10% off all titles available on the site, tell your bookworm friends 🙏📚

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BOOKS | Tucker DS Press

Tucker DS Press focuses on pop culture books from the worlds of Twin Peaks, David Lynch, Moonlighting, Barbra Streisand, including oral histories, television, film. Independent publisher Scott Ryan an...

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TCEA @tcea.org · 05/01/2026

We're ringing in the New Year with a throwback to some of our favorite TCEA Convention & Exposition moments. Big ideas, engaging sessions, buzzing exhibit halls, and more. TCEA 2026 is coming up soon, so register and join us for the excitement. ✨💡 #TCEA #TCEA2026

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

I will be attending #TCEA after being denied a press pass which I have always had in years past. I still hope to post out info to over 100k social media connections #EdChat.

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Joyce Whitby @joywhitby.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Learn how to SAVE OUR DEMOCRACY FROM TOTAL COLLAPSE. Join us this 3/4-5/26 for a global virtual summit to work together. Register at: ringcentr.al/45BzLb8. Use the promo code THRIVEEARLYBIRD for a discount on paid tickets by January 31, 2026. youtu.be/XcRL18gEcnI?... #education #democracy #peace

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Invitation to Thrive 2026: United for Democracy and Global Action

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

Questioning the vetting of the Afgan shooter is warranted. My question is what about the vetting of the American “Secretary of War”,Hegseth? Who approved him after a vetting?

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Carl Hooker readying for Family Feud #NYSCATE

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Adam Mockler @adammockler.com · 02/11/2025

New video: "MAGA’s Teacher Hate Campaign EXPLODES & BACKFIRES!" click below to WATCH👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=oC2kWZUrqhQ

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MAGA’s Teacher Hate Campaign EXPLODES & BACKFIRES!

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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Mike Johnson has now had the House adjourned for 72 of the last 84 days. Epstein Shutdown.

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Time to call it on this week's #EdChat. Please join us again next week- Same time, new Topic #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

We once did a parent education night. We had 3 sessions of classes taught by teachers on Homework, how to help with projects, internet safety, extracurricular activities, and other things parents should know about education. Exhausting, but effective. #EdChat #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Do not use personal email addresses for parent communications. The school should provide every teacher with a free email account. #EdChat #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

If a parent sees a failing grade on a report card without any previous notifications, that is the teacher's fault. No excuses! #Edchat #Edus

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Parents on your side are far better than parents who look to blame you for their child's failures. Communication is the best defense. #EdChat #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

The MOST important thing to communicate to parents is any problem affecting a grade before the report card. Give them a fighting chance to affect change #EdChat #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Notifying parents regularly about problems or missed assignments makes later parent meetings an easier go. They can't be surprised if they were informed. #EdChat #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Notifying parents regularly about problems or missed assignments makes later parent meetings an easier go. They can't be surprised if they were informed. #EdChat #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Presenting kids with certificates of accomplishment or creativity or just doing nice things can be helpful. #EdChat #EduSky

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Adrian Neibauer @mrneibauer.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

To involve parents, I ask, Do you have anything to offer our classroom that will help us explore our community? Do you have a cultural celebration, occupation, or talent that would contribute to our class discussions this year? It's a great way to include their expertise. #EdChat #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

My most successful experience in involving parents was when I created a class website. Hmwk, tests, special events were all posted. Parents loved it. #EdChat #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

I never liked back-to-school night because there was never enough time to discuss what was planned for the year. #EdChat #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

#EdChat Topic: Parent engagement can be very helpful in education. What are the ways beyond “Back To School Night” that schools may inform and involve parents? #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

#EdChat will begin on the hour. Please join the conversation. #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Join us for this week’s #EdChat on Twitter and BlueSky at 7 PM eastern time. Follow the hashtag and place it on any personal post you want included. #EduSky

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Mozelle Victory @godswrath699.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

youtube.com/shorts/ODDCd... Graham Platner running for office in Maine. He needs help ! If you can send just $ 5.00, it will help his campaign to win Senator Collins set. We need to get rid of her. She votes Republican trash. Vote a democrat in office.

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

I must leave the chat a little early today. Thank you until next week. You can get our live reaction on our Podcast The #EdChat Radio Show. #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

I wonder how many principals allow for discussion of education strategies in those required Faculty meetings? Would Rigor be an appropriate topic? #EdChat #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

So that we are all on the same page, Cognitive overload a state where the brain is overwhelmed with too much information or stimuli, leading to difficulty processing, understanding, and remembering information. Not what we want. #EdChat #EduSky

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Ashley Eberhart @aggieashley.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

It's especially problematic in my content World Languages because language acquisition doesn't happen in that way at that pace. And it's still too textbook influenced even if no textbook is used. #EdChat #edusky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Since direct instruction and lectures make up a significant part of our educational strategy, how do we transition to a more project-based curriculum? #EdChat #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Is Direct instruction compatible with Rigor, or would project-based learning be a better strategy? #EdChat #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Too many educators believe rigor means more intense work with more homework. Not So! #EdChat #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Rigor refers to instruction, learning experiences, and expectations that are intellectually and personally challenging for students, requiring them to think critically, creatively, and deeply to achieve sophisticated understanding and develop essential skills. #EdChat #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

#EdChat Topic: Is our idea of rigor helping students prepare, or just overwhelming them? How can curriculum design shift from cognitive overload to true mastery? #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

This week's #EdChat begins at 7 PM Eastern time. Please join us. Just follow the hashtag and be sure to add it to any post you want included in the chat #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

This week’s #EdChat has been rescheduled to next week. All the moderators are out on assignments. #EDuSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

I am having internet problems. Not sure if I will remain on the chat. #EdChat #EduSky

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Tom Whitby @tomwhitby.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

#EdChat Topic: If districts continue to demand more and more of teachers, what can teachers do to establish boundaries around extra assignments that help them sustain their work?

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