Kimberly Porter Ed.S.
@kdporter09.bsky.social
Aspiring public school administrator/Instructional Tech Coach, HS SS Teacher for 19 years in Norfolk, VA, Love Snoopy; Mom, Wife, Daughter and Sister https://tinyurl.com/Kporterteachtechtransform
Pardon the lighting. My Gov students wanted to show what they did for Black History Month. This is just a few of the examples. #BHM #blackhistorymonth #socialstudies
February 13, 2026 at 8:36 PM
Pardon the lighting. My Gov students wanted to show what they did for Black History Month. This is just a few of the examples. #BHM #blackhistorymonth #socialstudies
Season 2 of my blog series is taking shape 🐾
Snoopy in the Digital Doghouse is a new chapter of The Peanuts’ Guide to Teaching, where I’ll be reflecting on teaching in a world full of screens, AI, and well-intentioned tools that don’t always work the way we hope. open.substack.com/pub/kdporter...
Snoopy in the Digital Doghouse is a new chapter of The Peanuts’ Guide to Teaching, where I’ll be reflecting on teaching in a world full of screens, AI, and well-intentioned tools that don’t always work the way we hope. open.substack.com/pub/kdporter...
Snoopy in the Digital Doghouse
Still Human in a Digital Classroom
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February 8, 2026 at 11:09 PM
Season 2 of my blog series is taking shape 🐾
Snoopy in the Digital Doghouse is a new chapter of The Peanuts’ Guide to Teaching, where I’ll be reflecting on teaching in a world full of screens, AI, and well-intentioned tools that don’t always work the way we hope. open.substack.com/pub/kdporter...
Snoopy in the Digital Doghouse is a new chapter of The Peanuts’ Guide to Teaching, where I’ll be reflecting on teaching in a world full of screens, AI, and well-intentioned tools that don’t always work the way we hope. open.substack.com/pub/kdporter...
February 7, 2026 at 1:36 AM
Happy that the week is 1/2 over. The snow day on Monday and the delay yesterday was a nice surprise. #highschoolteacher #757teacher #snowday
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February 4, 2026 at 9:50 PM
Happy that the week is 1/2 over. The snow day on Monday and the delay yesterday was a nice surprise. #highschoolteacher #757teacher #snowday
My reflection on the recent snow! #757Teachers #SnowDay #VirginiaWinter #HamptonRoads open.substack.com/pub/kdporter...
Snow Day!
The Quiet Magic—and Real Weight—of a Hampton Roads Snow Day from a Teacher's Perspective
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February 2, 2026 at 10:13 PM
My reflection on the recent snow! #757Teachers #SnowDay #VirginiaWinter #HamptonRoads open.substack.com/pub/kdporter...
Been teaching for 19 years and still learning new things about procedures and protocols. Thank goodness for quick timing. #teacher #highschool
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January 27, 2026 at 7:56 PM
Been teaching for 19 years and still learning new things about procedures and protocols. Thank goodness for quick timing. #teacher #highschool
Starting on my next course at Regent University, Research Design and Analysis. Wish me luck!
January 7, 2026 at 12:22 AM
Starting on my next course at Regent University, Research Design and Analysis. Wish me luck!
January 3, 2026 at 7:53 PM
Back to reality… have to get lesson plans ready for Monday! #socialstudiesteacher #highschoolteacher #newyear
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January 2, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Back to reality… have to get lesson plans ready for Monday! #socialstudiesteacher #highschoolteacher #newyear
No but they would vote to give themselves a raise. #boredteachers
January 2, 2026 at 6:47 PM
No but they would vote to give themselves a raise. #boredteachers
As we welcome the new year, I’m reminded—especially as a history teacher—that 2026 marks the 250th birthday of our nation. It’s a meaningful milestone, one that invites us to reflect on our past, consider the lessons it offers, and think carefully about the future we are shaping. #2026happynewyear
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January 1, 2026 at 4:32 PM
As we welcome the new year, I’m reminded—especially as a history teacher—that 2026 marks the 250th birthday of our nation. It’s a meaningful milestone, one that invites us to reflect on our past, consider the lessons it offers, and think carefully about the future we are shaping. #2026happynewyear
One of four AP Psych classes EBQs graded. I wish there was an easier non time consuming way. My students are improving with their writing though! #APpsychology #goingcrosseyed #EBQs
December 30, 2025 at 9:17 PM
One of four AP Psych classes EBQs graded. I wish there was an easier non time consuming way. My students are improving with their writing though! #APpsychology #goingcrosseyed #EBQs
I love “Winter Break.” As a teacher, I can take time and read books I want to read for pleasure. Meaning I can finish the first book and get the second one read before going back to work. 🥰📖 #history #localparanormal #Folklore #Tidewaterregion #reading4fun
December 30, 2025 at 12:33 AM
I love “Winter Break.” As a teacher, I can take time and read books I want to read for pleasure. Meaning I can finish the first book and get the second one read before going back to work. 🥰📖 #history #localparanormal #Folklore #Tidewaterregion #reading4fun
My girls now has “The Never Ending Story” theme in their heads. Thanks #StrangerThings. Now I have to show them the movies. #neverendingstory
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December 29, 2025 at 12:19 AM
My girls now has “The Never Ending Story” theme in their heads. Thanks #StrangerThings. Now I have to show them the movies. #neverendingstory
Do teachers sometimes sound like a broken record?
If I say it louder… will students learn it better?
#teaching #teacherthoughts #highschool
If I say it louder… will students learn it better?
#teaching #teacherthoughts #highschool
December 28, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Do teachers sometimes sound like a broken record?
If I say it louder… will students learn it better?
#teaching #teacherthoughts #highschool
If I say it louder… will students learn it better?
#teaching #teacherthoughts #highschool
My end-of-the-year posting. I wanted to share and let people know they are not alone if they feel the same. Something short and thought-provoking. #Endofyearblues #Christmas2025 #hopefaithlove #Family #lookingforward #NewYear2026 open.substack.com/pub/kdporter...
December 28, 2025 at 12:12 AM
My end-of-the-year posting. I wanted to share and let people know they are not alone if they feel the same. Something short and thought-provoking. #Endofyearblues #Christmas2025 #hopefaithlove #Family #lookingforward #NewYear2026 open.substack.com/pub/kdporter...
Best gift! From my girls #Snoopy #buildabear
December 24, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Best gift! From my girls #Snoopy #buildabear
So I received an email today saying my proposals for the district professional development in January was approved. I’m excited but nervous! #professionaldevelopment #leadership #rubricdesign #AI #socialstudies #instructionaltechnology
December 6, 2025 at 12:18 AM
So I received an email today saying my proposals for the district professional development in January was approved. I’m excited but nervous! #professionaldevelopment #leadership #rubricdesign #AI #socialstudies #instructionaltechnology
Happy Thanksgiving to all! Currently watching the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade. #macysthanksgivingdayparade
November 27, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Happy Thanksgiving to all! Currently watching the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade. #macysthanksgivingdayparade
I guess I have become too indolent in my duties at school. Time to reprioritize. #highschoolteacher
November 25, 2025 at 1:44 PM
I guess I have become too indolent in my duties at school. Time to reprioritize. #highschoolteacher
With grad school, family events, and school programs I got a little behind in my grading. I to play catchup I uploaded my rubric and had AI grade them. Of course I still went through and double check. Can’t trust AI 100%. #forthewin #teacherandgradstudent #whatdidigetmyselfin
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November 18, 2025 at 8:32 PM
With grad school, family events, and school programs I got a little behind in my grading. I to play catchup I uploaded my rubric and had AI grade them. Of course I still went through and double check. Can’t trust AI 100%. #forthewin #teacherandgradstudent #whatdidigetmyselfin
This made my morning!!!! A student did this for me yesterday after school. I also had a couple of students come check on me this morning, making sure all is well. #highschoolteacher #socialstudies #APPsychology #theycare #teachermom #gradstudent
November 7, 2025 at 4:48 PM
This made my morning!!!! A student did this for me yesterday after school. I also had a couple of students come check on me this morning, making sure all is well. #highschoolteacher #socialstudies #APPsychology #theycare #teachermom #gradstudent
Life of a teacher and a mom! Told my HS students I wasn't coming in today because my young one was sick. The students are sending me messages that they hope she gets better soon. #highschoolteacher #socialstudies
October 21, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Life of a teacher and a mom! Told my HS students I wasn't coming in today because my young one was sick. The students are sending me messages that they hope she gets better soon. #highschoolteacher #socialstudies
I know this is the first course at Regent University for my graduate program, and it was a pass/no pass course. But I wanted to share that I passed!!!
Can't wait to tell my students tomorrow. They are rooting for me as I root for them. #gradstudent #Highschoolteacher #aspiringadmin #regentuniversity
Can't wait to tell my students tomorrow. They are rooting for me as I root for them. #gradstudent #Highschoolteacher #aspiringadmin #regentuniversity
October 16, 2025 at 9:41 PM
I know this is the first course at Regent University for my graduate program, and it was a pass/no pass course. But I wanted to share that I passed!!!
Can't wait to tell my students tomorrow. They are rooting for me as I root for them. #gradstudent #Highschoolteacher #aspiringadmin #regentuniversity
Can't wait to tell my students tomorrow. They are rooting for me as I root for them. #gradstudent #Highschoolteacher #aspiringadmin #regentuniversity
Feeling anxious this morning… I took the day off to finish recovering and take Mom to the doctor. Now, my district is virtual due to the Nor’easter. I feel like I should be working but I already submitted the “ticket.” Contacted my Principal but no response. So many emails! #anxious #virtual
October 13, 2025 at 11:42 AM