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Sarah McAnulty, Ph.D. @sarahmackattack.bsky.social · 8h

The people who closed the Academy of Natural Sciences Public Museum want all of us to get over it and stop talking about it. But we aren't going to do that. Philly kids deserve a world class natural history museum. It’s our job to get it back for them. Take these actions today.

A slide that says take action to save the academy, post about re-opening the academy's public museum and tag drexel university, and the academy of natural sciences, call mayor parker at 215 686 2181, call Josh Shapiro at 717 787 2500, and contact Drexel President Merlo, 215 895 2100

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Bluesky @bsky.app · 09/10/2026

a masterclass in alt text

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

This. This right here! Sy knows, just like many of us do, that we’ve GOT to do better. Feedback & opportunity over a subjective score & moving on. #ed #education #teaching #better

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Monte Syrie @montesyrie.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Honest work.

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Sarah McAnulty, Ph.D. @sarahmackattack.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Attention Philadelphia! We need your help saving the Academy of Natural Sciences! The Save the Academy Coalition needs volunteers to help hand out organizing flyers in front of the museum this weekend, Sept 25-27. Please sign up here if you can take a shift! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Help Save the Academy: Volunteer to talk with visitors and hand out flyers at the Academy.

Sign up for a shift outside the Academy of Natural Sciences during its last open days: Fridays to Sundays, Sept 18 to 20 and 25 to 27, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Volunteers will be on the ground outside the Ac...

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Monte Syrie @montesyrie.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Most of us ARE reaching and teaching kids who don’t like school, who would rather be anywhere else, who don’t want to work. And WE are the difference. That’s the difference teachers make. Every day.

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Spectrum News NY1 @spectrumnewsny1.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The last speaker at the 9/11 remembrance ceremony lost his father to the attacks.

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

I bought this book a few years ago when I followed Monte’s [Twitter] account. I’m not on that platform anymore, but glad he is here to share his stories. @montesyrie.bsky.social I gave my copy to my principal for them to read and I never got it back, so I ordered another copy for me to have.

A hand holding up the book “better A teacher’s journey” Project 180 Book One by Monte Syrie

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

I enjoy learning from others and having stumbled across @roopikarisam.bsky.social ‘s account here, ive learned a lot. Can’t wait to dig in to this! Also, i highly recommend ordering from bookshop.org!

A hand holding up a book. “Data Empire” the power of information to organize, control and dominate by Roopika Risam

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Monte Syrie @montesyrie.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Our work is as authentic as our reflection about our work. For teachers and students. Reflection is the key ingredient. Assessment w/out reflection is just grading. Assessment w/reflection is learning. For teachers and students. Authenticate assessment. REALize learning.

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

I’m proposing a watered-down version of stations that keeps the movement, interactivity and variety while minimizing the prep work. www.cultofpedagogy.com/chat-stations/

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Students Sitting Around Too Much? Try Chat Stations. | Cult of Pedagogy

Your new favorite teaching strategy: This pared-down version of learning stations keeps the movement, interactivity and variety while minimizing the prep work.

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

This is something I share with my students: when I was struggling in my youth emotionally, financially, mentally, you name it, it felt impossible to help myself. Yet, as soon as someone else asked for help, I’d jump to the chance, battle ready to do whatever was needed…

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Joey Politano🏳️‍🌈 @josephpolitano.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Someone in DC set up a “little free blockbuster” with DVDs inside instead of books lol

A picture of a box styled like a little free library but with blockbuster movies

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Buy Monte’s books! You’ll be glad you did!

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Michelle says: Be kind. Always. ❤️ @snarkysillysad.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Good guy bicyclist helps a stranger catch the bus: #AGoodPlace Source: www.reddit.com/r/MadeMeSmil...

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Coach Mustard (aka velospence) @velospence.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

thank god for tree lined streets on an annoying hot and humid day.

tree lined street providing ample coverage from the hot summer sun

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

An asterisk, leading to a footnote, leading to a small narrative, leading to… it’s like we have to *know* our students and yes… test data will not include any of this. My son (1st grade) scored 97th percentile in math std. testing; 47th percentile for reading - he can (continued)

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · 03/06/2026

It's alright to need help. All of us have things we can't do alone.

- N.K. Jemisin, Author

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

I’ve been quoting Monte in my classes this past few weeks especially - AP exams, graduation, uncertain futures for some of my kiddos, end of year projects, etc. Pardon my paraphrasing, but: “I don’t believe in best. Only better.”

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Monte Syrie @montesyrie.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Growth. That’s the work. For all of us. Always. Live accordingly.

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

In my nearly 15 years in the classroom, I don’t think I’ve ever publicly cried in class before. But when my senior gave me this postcard, well… it brought me to tears. To hear that I helped them to show up to school and their kind words to me… I don’t have words to describe my feelings.

A postcard from a student reads (summary) that Mr. Hastings has been their favorite teacher since they took their first class years ago and that he is kind, funny, and empathetic. This student had issues showing up to school but not anymore - though now that they are graduating, it may be a bit late :)

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

This may sound trite, but it’s not. Positivity is actionable & effective It’s National Bike to Work day. On my commute to school, drivers regularly move WAY over for me. They know me, see me. I’m respected. Our principal signs off every am announcement with “Remember that you are loved”.

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

💪If it were easy, everyone would do it. Our love for these kids is not fragile, we are not so easily dissuaded.💪

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

I took a photo of my sundial lupine the other day, and wow! The colors are just beautiful! CC-BY

A sundial lupine flower (?) partially in bloom. The bottom of the flower structure is bright blue, fading to white and green unopened blooms.

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

💯 I downloaded iNaturalist during the peak of the pandemic. I wanted to know what this beautiful pink flower was that was in our woods. I’ve now got about 1050 observations and can tell native plants apart. Get outside.

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Dom Ervolina @dominicervolina.com · 05/05/2026

Someone out there decided it would be a good idea to put a German Shepherd in charge of babysitting a bunch of Doberman puppies and they were 100% correct

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

I found a native dandelion growing in my yard!!! I am so happy because I wasn’t sure if any species were even native to the eastern US. Virginia Dwarf Dandelion - Krigia virginica #iNaturalist #Nativeplants

Three blooms on a Virginia Dwarf Dandelion. Aside from the standard jagged leaves, the flowers are more orange-yellow than “dandelion yellow” and are very small. Cute, and small.

two blooms on a Virginia Dwarf Dandelion. Aside from the standard jagged leaves, the flowers are more orange-yellow than “dandelion yellow” and are very small. Cute, and small.

A view of the whole plant. Thin jagged leaves spread on the ground against fallen leaves, twigs, and soil.

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

I would LOVE to have something like this in my area! I would buy ALL the plants ❤️

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

I’m having a difficult time focusing on work I need to do. I just want to be outside, ride my bike, compost stuff, and look at plants.

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Computing in a Nutshell @advanced-ict.info · 11/03/2026

A good way to understand something better is to go broader. To help students see that everything inside the computer is stored as a number, rather than just looking at text, images and sound, why not include other things such as programs, dates and times? www.advanced-ict.info/theory/NC/do...

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Monte Syrie @montesyrie.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

“Imma try to read it. I need to get better at reading.” I offered him the summary of part one. He declined. With roughly 70 days left in his senior year. HE decided for HIMSELF to read. Never too late. Learning happens in its own time and way. For each, a size.

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Bike and Pedestrian path planned for Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Send an email of support using this template and link. url:https://ujoin.co/campaigns/4282/actions/public?action_id=6471

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Something our Principal at a combined Middle and High school does that I feel especially proud of and grateful for: She has a live video announcement everyday and always ends it with a smile and the phrase “Have a great day Mardela and remember that you are loved.” #education

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Dale Lane @dalelane.co.uk · 25/02/2026

A demo that shows what happens under the covers with an algorithmic social media feed. You can see what data is collected and how it is used. This sounds like a great idea for a classroom activity!

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How AI shapes your feed: An explainable social media simulator for the classroom - Raspberry Pi Foundation

Learn about Somekone, a research-informed tool to help teachers explain how AI shapes social media data profiling and recommendations.

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Monte Syrie @montesyrie.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Simple step to better today. Use your power to choose.

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Monte Syrie @montesyrie.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Simple step to better today. Be kinder than necessary.

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Monte Syrie @montesyrie.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Simple step to better today. Intention, not impulse.

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Whew… THIS right here! 💯 And should you ever realize you were guilty of the latter instead of the former, it’s essential to apologize and try to repair that damage. Kids know when we are being honest and authentic. It may be the example they need when they eventually hurt someone else later on.

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

If I had to give my opinion on what true education is, and the essence of what schools should strive for, it’s this.

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Good for Chairman Powell for stating the facts. It’s so extreme that this even needs to be stated.

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Eric Doherty @ericdoherty.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

On a short visit to downtown #VictoriaBC today, I saw three people riding mobility scooters on the protected bike and roll lanes. Only got photos of two. You don't have to ride a bicycle to use 'bike lanes'! #yyj #pwd #bcpoli

Two people on bikes riding towards camera, and on person on a mobility scooter away from camera on Fort St (2 way) protected bike and roll lane.

Person on bicycle passing person on mobility scooter on Pandora protected bike and roll lane.

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Chesapeake Conservancy @chesconserv.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

Small changes in our routines can make a difference for the Bay and its rivers. From planting native plants to driving less, our choices add up and have an impact on the Bay. In need of a resolution? Commit to some simple changes that help restore the Bay! www.chesapeakebay.net/news/blog/ma...

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Make your winter Bay-friendly!

Seven small changes to help you protect the Bay throughout winter

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

My community has a “Bike Party” every month where riders and enthusiasts of all ages adorn colorful lights, crank music and slowly ride throughout our city at night. It’s a lovely event. An organizer said this year is the 16th year it’s happened!…

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Joe Hastings (he / him) @wherewildthingsare.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Oooh! This is a good one! I agree 100%!!!

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Chesapeake Conservancy @chesconserv.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

Spring isn't the only time of year when plants bloom. American witchhazel is the only native shrub to bloom in late winter! www.chesapeakebay.net/news/blog/wh...

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When other plants are losing their leaves, witchhazel puts on a show

American witchhazel is the only native shrub to bloom in late winter.

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Gravel Influencer @gravelinfluencer.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

I love seeing photos like this that show kids riding in protected bike lanes because it makes the important point that the best infrastructure enables *anyone* to ride (or roll, because bikes lanes are also great for wheelchairs and other forms of micro-mobility) regardless of skill or ability.

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