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🦋Cheryl Abla🦋

@cherylabla.bsky.social

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♥️Educator 💻Inst Tech 🌎Difference Maker 📚Author of #Teachables 💖Sprinkle Kindness Everywhere #StudentsFirst #Relationships

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🦋Cheryl Abla🦋 @cherylabla.bsky.social · Mar 15

Excited for ASCD/ISTE 2025! 🎉
Thrilled to be attending and presenting at this year’s ASCD/ISTE conference! It’s always inspiring to connect with passionate educators, share ideas, and learn from one another.
Who else will be there? Let’s connect! 👋 @leemaxfield29.bsky.social

#ISTELive25 #ASCDISTE

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Lisa Maxfield @leemaxfield29.bsky.social · Sep 2

Feedback like this makes our day! 💜 🎉

So grateful to see #Teachables helping teachers spark fun, creativity, and excitement in their classrooms.

Grab your copy: a.co/d/9v2ADLk
Bulk orders: www.daveburgessconsulting.com/bulk-book-or...
@cherylabla.bsky.social @burgessdave.bsky.social

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Dave Burgess @burgessdave.bsky.social · Aug 22

Because You Never Know: Why Relationships Come First

Wonderful new guest blog from #Teachables coauthor, @leemaxfield29.bsky.social

www.daveburgessconsulting.com/blog/because...
#dbcincbooks #tlap #LeadLAP #EduSky @cherylabla.bsky.social @taramartinedu.bsky.social

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Lisa Maxfield @leemaxfield29.bsky.social · Aug 19

Catch your students doing something positive! 👏💜⭐
A quick affirmation for kindness, curiosity, or effort boosts confidence, builds relationships, & creates a safe, risk-friendly classroom.
More strategies: #Teachables → t.co/GS0ZnVHXmJ
@cherylabla.bsky.social @burgessdave.bsky.social

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🦋Cheryl Abla🦋 @cherylabla.bsky.social · Aug 22

A beautiful reminder that connection is the first step in every classroom. When we make time to truly know our students, we create a space where they feel safe, valued, and ready to learn.

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Lisa Maxfield @leemaxfield29.bsky.social · Jul 24

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Big Feelings Need Big Love—Support Special Ed SEL, a project from Ms. Navarrete Maxfield

Help me give my students the chance to learn and grow with Slumberkins. Our high schoolers with severe needs deserve tools to build emotional resilience, confidence, and connectionSlumberkins can h...

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🦋Cheryl Abla🦋 @cherylabla.bsky.social · Jul 1

Today was a great day sharing our book, #Teachables, tools, resources, and different ways to engage all students every day. #ASCD #ISTEofficial @leemaxfield29.bsky.social you were missed.

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Lisa Maxfield @leemaxfield29.bsky.social · Jun 27

This kind of feedback means everything. ❤️
So grateful it's making a difference for teachers.
Grab a copy of #Teachables today for some fun summer reading. a.co/d/051bYvRC
@cherylabla.bsky.social @burgessdave.bsky.social @taramartinedu.bsky.social #tlap #dbcincbooks #education

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🦋Cheryl Abla🦋 @cherylabla.bsky.social · Jun 10

Looking forward to lots of new learning and sharing! 🩷

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Lisa Maxfield @leemaxfield29.bsky.social · May 28

Excited to share that @cherylabla.bsky.social and I are presenting at the ASCD/ISTE @ascdofficial.bsky.social conference! Join us June 30 "Ignite Engagement: Unlock the Secrets to a Future-Ready, Energized Classroom". Looking forward to connecting & learning together!
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🦋Cheryl Abla🦋 @cherylabla.bsky.social · May 20

Marco Polo is my favorite way to stay connected to my family and friends. Just real conversations when it works for you. Try the premium version free with my link:
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📲 Or scan the QR code below to get started! It's the best!

🦋Cheryl Abla🦋 @cherylabla.bsky.social · May 13

Awesome! @Lisa

Alice Keeler @alicekeeler.com · May 13

Going to #ISTElive ?
Be sure to join Monday morning for #coffeeEDU

@bookcreatorapp is buying the coffee! Come on by!

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coffeeEDU at ISTE

2025 CoffeeEDU at ISTE in San Antonio will be AT THE CONFERENCE CENTER! Room 302BC. Coffee is sponsored by http://bookcreator.com CoffeeEDU is a one hour unc...

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🦋Cheryl Abla🦋 @cherylabla.bsky.social · May 13

Marco Polo is my favorite app for staying connected with people I love. It’s like video messaging, but you don’t have to be on at the same time. You can chat face-to-face whenever it works for you.
Try it here and enjoy all the premium features for free:
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🦋Cheryl Abla🦋 @cherylabla.bsky.social · May 13

Thanks for sharing their story! I love how they are using their data to improve instruction!

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Lisa Maxfield @leemaxfield29.bsky.social · May 12

So much great information on how consistent use of eWalk made a real impact in Marion CS. Love seeing how intentional practices led to stronger teaching and better learning outcomes. A must-read for anyone focused on school improvement!
www.media-x.com/insights-fro...
#edusky #edtech

Insights from Marion County Schools: How eWalk Drives Continuous Improvement Through Classroom Observations - eWalk from Harris School Solutions

In a conversation with L.D. Skarzinski, Administrative Assistant for Curriculum & Instruction and Maintenance at Marion County Schools in West Virginia, we discussed how the district has used eWalk fo...

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Lisa Maxfield @leemaxfield29.bsky.social · Apr 28

There is still time to order! Your teachers will LOVE AND USE this gift! ❤️📕🎁
#Principals #Superintendents #TeacherAppreciationDay
@cherylabla.bsky.social @burgessdave.bsky.social @taramartinedu.bsky.social

Lisa Maxfield @leemaxfield29.bsky.social · Apr 18

Educators love #Teachables! Give every teacher a copy this #TeacherAppreciationDay, May 6! Order Now!
#dbcincbooks Bulk Orders: daveburgessconsulting.com/bulk-book-orde…#SchoolLeadershipi#EdLeadersr#EdAdmini#EdLeadershipi#PrincipalsInActionon

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Apr 25

When your students' brains just aren’t focusing, neuroscience has your back. 🧠 These proven tactics can hook and hold students' attention.

#EduSky #teachers

6 Ways to Capture Students’ Attention

Teachers can use insights from neuroscience to help ensure that learners stay engaged during class and are more likely to retain information.

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Lisa Maxfield @leemaxfield29.bsky.social · Apr 21

Educators love #Teachables! Give every teacher a copy this #TeacherAppreciationDay, May 6! Order Now! #dbcincbooks Bulk Orders: www.daveburgessconsulting.com/bulk-book-or...
@cherylabla.bsky.social @burgessdave.bsky.social dave.bsky.social #SchoolLeadership #EdLeaders #EdLeadership

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Lisa Maxfield @leemaxfield29.bsky.social · Apr 18

Just received this message from a former colleague: Hope you are well, I just saw a person with your book in Providence, RI. Made me think of you!

This brought me so much joy! ❤️❤️❤️

@cherylabla.bsky.social @burgessdave.bsky.social @taramartinedu.bsky.social

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Lisa Maxfield @leemaxfield29.bsky.social · Apr 13

Educators love #Teachables! Give every teacher a copy this #TeacherAppreciationDay, May 6! Order Now! #dbcincbooks Bulk Orders: www.daveburgessconsulting.com/bulk-book-or...
@cherylabla.bsky.social
@burgessdave.bsky.social
@taramartinedu.bsky.social
#SchoolLeadership #EdLeaders #EdLeadership

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🦋Cheryl Abla🦋 @cherylabla.bsky.social · Apr 7

@provenprincipal.bsky.social and Eric are certainly talented with their podcasting skills. The time flew by and they both certainly know the importance of the four components! #relationships, #organization, #engagement, #high-expectations. Grateful for the opportunity!

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Lisa Maxfield @leemaxfield29.bsky.social · Apr 7

Super excited to share that @cherylabla.bsky.social and I were guests on The Community Connection podcast! It was so much fun chatting with the guys about #Teachables. Check it out: youtu.be/NFHL5Icp5PI?... via YouTube
@burgessdave.bsky.social @taramartinedu.bsky.social #tlap #dbcincbooks #education

The Community Connection: Teachables with Abla and Maxfield

YouTube video by The Community Connection

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Lisa Maxfield @leemaxfield29.bsky.social · Apr 6

Quality feedback is instrumental for us all! Love all the different models. One size doesn’t fit all.
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Lawrence Kohn @lkohn.bsky.social · Apr 5

#edusky #academicsky #edleadershipchat #leaders

Giving feedback is an essential skill for impactful
leaders. Here are some feedback strategies!

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Lisa Maxfield @leemaxfield29.bsky.social · Apr 4

Test taking can be so stressful and so many students get test anxiety. This article has four great strategies to help your students! Quick read with valuable information.

Edutopia @edutopia.org · Apr 4

Help your students build skills that can make them not only better test-takers, but better critical thinkers beyond the classroom! 💭

#assessment #EduSky

4 Test-Taking Strategies That Help Students Show What They Know

By teaching students to approach test questions critically, you can help them accurately show what they've learned and avoid picking wrong answer choices.

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Lisa Maxfield @leemaxfield29.bsky.social · Apr 4

Love this article. Kids need time to play and explore. It's how they naturally learn, in their own way and on their own time. Absolutely love this line: "More hummingbird, less helicopter."

Edutopia @edutopia.org · Apr 4

Sticks, stones, and…toilet paper tubes? Open-ended play isn’t just fun, it’s foundational.

When children distribute leaves to classmates, sort corks, or build with egg cartons, they’re developing STEAM, storytelling, and communication skills. Here’s how. 🍁🥚

#preschool #preK

How to Make the Most of Loose Parts Play in Preschool

From counting and classifying to literacy lessons, teacher-tested learning opportunities that encourage autonomy and creativity.

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Lisa Maxfield @leemaxfield29.bsky.social · Apr 4

Play is essential for students. When they play, they are not just having fun. They are discovering, creating, and learning. Play builds curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Shouldn’t we all keep playing, too? 🛝💜

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