Jason Jaffe
@jasonjaffe.bsky.social
Social Studies Department Chair. Illinois. 4th Grade Social Studies Award Winner. Amateur (Unpaid, Unqualified, and Unpublished) Broadway Critic. #edusky
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Jason Jaffe
@jasonjaffe.bsky.social
· Nov 15
At my interview for Baby Gap in college, I was asked who my fashion icon is--crazy, amirite? I said Thomas Jefferson, thinking I am *hilarious*. Manager, straight-faced, "sophisticated yet accessible?"
That's when I realized I'd never be as hilarious as the Baby Gap manager at the Coral Ridge Mall.
That's when I realized I'd never be as hilarious as the Baby Gap manager at the Coral Ridge Mall.
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The name "Popular Science" doesn't mean we shift our coverage depending on public opinion. It means we cover relevant subjects that are rigorously researched, reliable, and grounded in reality.
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
First-of-a-kind study shows encouraging data for trans kids who socially transition
Ninety-four percent of participants in a new study stood firm in their trans identity after five years, and "detransitioning" is rare.
www.popsci.com
December 18, 2025 at 5:16 PM
The name "Popular Science" doesn't mean we shift our coverage depending on public opinion. It means we cover relevant subjects that are rigorously researched, reliable, and grounded in reality.
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
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Starting today, you can apply for your vote by mail ballot! Make your plan, spread the word, and let your voice be heard! Head to ildems.com/vote for more info.
December 17, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Starting today, you can apply for your vote by mail ballot! Make your plan, spread the word, and let your voice be heard! Head to ildems.com/vote for more info.
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Thank you for the spotlight @goodgoodgoodco.bsky.social 🙏 Who wants to run with us??? www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/can...
These 'can't-idates' are running for office knowing they'll lose. Their mission is to fight gerrymandering
The Can’t Win Victory Fund is recruiting people who want to run for office with no intention of actually winning.
www.goodgoodgood.co
November 6, 2025 at 2:01 AM
Thank you for the spotlight @goodgoodgoodco.bsky.social 🙏 Who wants to run with us??? www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/can...
In the middle of all of the exciting election news coming out tonight, don't forget to VOTE for Andy @andyrichter.co! #dancingwiththestars 🕺🏻💃🏻🪩🌟 Text “Andy” 10x to 21523!!!! 😃
November 5, 2025 at 1:06 AM
In the middle of all of the exciting election news coming out tonight, don't forget to VOTE for Andy @andyrichter.co! #dancingwiththestars 🕺🏻💃🏻🪩🌟 Text “Andy” 10x to 21523!!!! 😃
🎉 Time to vote for Andy Richter @andyrichter.co on his BIRTHDAY SHOW!!!!!!!🎉
Text “ANDY” to 21523. You can text up to 10x!!! Tell your friends, your family, and your enemies!
#dancingwiththestars
Text “ANDY” to 21523. You can text up to 10x!!! Tell your friends, your family, and your enemies!
#dancingwiththestars
October 29, 2025 at 12:34 AM
🎉 Time to vote for Andy Richter @andyrichter.co on his BIRTHDAY SHOW!!!!!!!🎉
Text “ANDY” to 21523. You can text up to 10x!!! Tell your friends, your family, and your enemies!
#dancingwiththestars
Text “ANDY” to 21523. You can text up to 10x!!! Tell your friends, your family, and your enemies!
#dancingwiththestars
Let him cook
October 25, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Let him cook
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Know your rights, Illinois.
Stay safe and stay informed.
Stay safe and stay informed.
September 6, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Know your rights, Illinois.
Stay safe and stay informed.
Stay safe and stay informed.
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If you're ready to flip this seat and send Joni Ernst packing – join me:
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Chip in to Zach Wahls
Become a Day One Donor to Zach Wahls for Senate!
secure.actblue.com
June 11, 2025 at 12:04 PM
If you're ready to flip this seat and send Joni Ernst packing – join me:
secure.actblue.com/donate/zw-so...
secure.actblue.com/donate/zw-so...
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Glad to see @rwerenka.bsky.social doing the @cspanwj.bsky.social #Cram4TheExam on Saturday, 5/3 at 9 am EST (that’s 8 am for us IL folks!).
Hope all my #apgov students set those alarms!
Check out all the CSPAN Classroom resources for Gov here: sites.google.com/view/c-spanc...
Hope all my #apgov students set those alarms!
Check out all the CSPAN Classroom resources for Gov here: sites.google.com/view/c-spanc...
AP U.S. Government and Politics
Below you will find C-SPAN Classroom resources relating to the topics and categories listed above. Click on each title to expand the section and view the featured resources.
sites.google.com
April 27, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Glad to see @rwerenka.bsky.social doing the @cspanwj.bsky.social #Cram4TheExam on Saturday, 5/3 at 9 am EST (that’s 8 am for us IL folks!).
Hope all my #apgov students set those alarms!
Check out all the CSPAN Classroom resources for Gov here: sites.google.com/view/c-spanc...
Hope all my #apgov students set those alarms!
Check out all the CSPAN Classroom resources for Gov here: sites.google.com/view/c-spanc...
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URGENT CALL TO ACTION!
Thursday, April 10th, 7pm
Caruso Middle School
1801 Montgomery Rd,
Deerfield, IL 60015, USA
Thursday, April 10th, 7pm
Caruso Middle School
1801 Montgomery Rd,
Deerfield, IL 60015, USA
April 8, 2025 at 11:22 PM
URGENT CALL TO ACTION!
Thursday, April 10th, 7pm
Caruso Middle School
1801 Montgomery Rd,
Deerfield, IL 60015, USA
Thursday, April 10th, 7pm
Caruso Middle School
1801 Montgomery Rd,
Deerfield, IL 60015, USA
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Update: 49 of 49. We just ran the table in what was once one of the most Republican counties in the US.
Chair of DuPage Dems here… I believe we are leading in 44 of 45 partisan races countywide, and that includes total sweeps in several townships that haven’t had a Dem in decades if ever
April 3, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Update: 49 of 49. We just ran the table in what was once one of the most Republican counties in the US.
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After sharing a story about going to pride events as a kid: "I'm living proof that introducing your kids to the gay agenda might result in them growing up to be governor."
March 24, 2025 at 7:19 PM
After sharing a story about going to pride events as a kid: "I'm living proof that introducing your kids to the gay agenda might result in them growing up to be governor."
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"Let's not take the soul-sucking path of sacrificing the most persecuted for that which we deem to be most popular. I know that there are transgender children right now looking out at this world and wondering if anyone is going to stand up for them and for their simple right to exist. Well, I am."
March 24, 2025 at 7:40 PM
"Let's not take the soul-sucking path of sacrificing the most persecuted for that which we deem to be most popular. I know that there are transgender children right now looking out at this world and wondering if anyone is going to stand up for them and for their simple right to exist. Well, I am."
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#edusky colleagues, higher ed or K-12, please share. We are at Columbia, but we know that this struggle matters for education across the lifespan.
A Statement from Teachers College Faculty on the Attack on American Education
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
A Statement from Teachers College Faculty on the Attack on American Education
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
March 19, 2025 at 9:53 PM
#edusky colleagues, higher ed or K-12, please share. We are at Columbia, but we know that this struggle matters for education across the lifespan.
A Statement from Teachers College Faculty on the Attack on American Education
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
A Statement from Teachers College Faculty on the Attack on American Education
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
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NCSS seeks an Executive Director to advance the field of social studies education. Find more information and application instructions here: hubs.li/Q035BlYD0
February 10, 2025 at 4:54 PM
NCSS seeks an Executive Director to advance the field of social studies education. Find more information and application instructions here: hubs.li/Q035BlYD0
The Minority Teachers of Illinois Scholarship Program is one of many ways Illinois works to diversify the teacher pipeline. I hope legal efforts like this fail, but the mere existence of lawsuits like this are discouraging enough. I know that's the point; sometimes it's just performative. #edusky
A conservative law firm is going after a minority teacher scholarship in Illinois, part of the broader aftermath of the decision ending affirmative action in college admissions. www.chalkbeat.org/chicago/2024...
The future of the Minority Teachers of Illinois scholarship is uncertain since it’s being challenged in court
About 32 years ago, the Minority Teachers of Illinois scholarship was created to help diversify the teacher workforce. Now, it’s being challenged in court for discriminating against white students.
www.chalkbeat.org
December 20, 2024 at 2:00 AM
The Minority Teachers of Illinois Scholarship Program is one of many ways Illinois works to diversify the teacher pipeline. I hope legal efforts like this fail, but the mere existence of lawsuits like this are discouraging enough. I know that's the point; sometimes it's just performative. #edusky
Can't begin to fully explain how much joy this has brought my family already. It's free! It's 24/7! It runs thru Dec 18. My 8yr old's fave requests have been Dominick the Donkey & Little Drummer Boy (Justin Bieber Version). They take calls from all over the world!
housing.illinois.edu/dial-a-carol
housing.illinois.edu/dial-a-carol
Dial-A-Carol | University Housing | UIUC
housing.illinois.edu
December 14, 2024 at 3:05 AM
Can't begin to fully explain how much joy this has brought my family already. It's free! It's 24/7! It runs thru Dec 18. My 8yr old's fave requests have been Dominick the Donkey & Little Drummer Boy (Justin Bieber Version). They take calls from all over the world!
housing.illinois.edu/dial-a-carol
housing.illinois.edu/dial-a-carol
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FLAGGING: The Illinois State Flag Commission has selected 10 finalists for the state flag redesign contest. Voting will open to the public in January. Here are the designs that made the cut out of nearly 5,000 entries:
December 10, 2024 at 8:19 PM
FLAGGING: The Illinois State Flag Commission has selected 10 finalists for the state flag redesign contest. Voting will open to the public in January. Here are the designs that made the cut out of nearly 5,000 entries:
I am sorry, but I absolutely insist that you leave Bluey alone, Stephen A. Smith!
ESPN and Stephen A. Smith are closing in on a new contract that will give him potential access to other parts of Disney
ESPN, Stephen A. Smith Closing in On New Deal
ESPN, Stephen A. Smith get close to signing a new deal that will give the popular sports personality the chance to create other shows at Disney
variety.com
December 3, 2024 at 10:07 PM
I am sorry, but I absolutely insist that you leave Bluey alone, Stephen A. Smith!
I don't disagree w/ anybody in this thread, but I'd add caution that all of these well intentioned efforts (moving away from College Board's iron grips) still inevitably leave large swaths of students--particularly those for whom college & university paths may not be best--underserved. #edusky
I just finished a major reform to get my school to offer courses that have a "GPA Boost" and special label like the AP courses but are free from the College Board label and ed-tech - like Political Theory & Philosophy, etc - and I agree that it is a very weird, limited sort of victory.
December 1, 2024 at 2:26 AM
I don't disagree w/ anybody in this thread, but I'd add caution that all of these well intentioned efforts (moving away from College Board's iron grips) still inevitably leave large swaths of students--particularly those for whom college & university paths may not be best--underserved. #edusky
It's a wild trip watching students process New Jersey v. T.L.O and see their 4th Amendment rights in schools slip away as the decision sets in.
November 26, 2024 at 12:34 AM
It's a wild trip watching students process New Jersey v. T.L.O and see their 4th Amendment rights in schools slip away as the decision sets in.