Kirsten Thompson
@thompsonclassroom.bsky.social
👩🏼💻 Ed Tech Enthusiast
👩🏼🎓 Lifelong Learner
💫 #MicrosoftEdu Trainer
💫 Google Educator Level 1
🚨 Professional account, personally managed
- Learn more at @misslwbt.bsky.social
👩🏼🎓 Lifelong Learner
💫 #MicrosoftEdu Trainer
💫 Google Educator Level 1
🚨 Professional account, personally managed
- Learn more at @misslwbt.bsky.social
Prompt: Draft a cartoon image of me using everything you know about me and the job that I do.
February 8, 2026 at 4:28 AM
Prompt: Draft a cartoon image of me using everything you know about me and the job that I do.
Next week plays host to one of my favourite events of the year, the BYTE Conference!
This event is always a great experience and provides essential PD and networking for Manitoban educators.
Looking forward to seeing everyone there next Friday!
#ThrowbackThursday
This event is always a great experience and provides essential PD and networking for Manitoban educators.
Looking forward to seeing everyone there next Friday!
#ThrowbackThursday
February 6, 2026 at 2:34 AM
Next week plays host to one of my favourite events of the year, the BYTE Conference!
This event is always a great experience and provides essential PD and networking for Manitoban educators.
Looking forward to seeing everyone there next Friday!
#ThrowbackThursday
This event is always a great experience and provides essential PD and networking for Manitoban educators.
Looking forward to seeing everyone there next Friday!
#ThrowbackThursday
A little reminder as the school year continues to move quickly...
There are still several public training sessions ahead for me this year.
If we’re crossing paths at an upcoming session, I’m excited to learn with you! If you haven't yet registered please reach out for more info.
#MERLIN_MB
There are still several public training sessions ahead for me this year.
If we’re crossing paths at an upcoming session, I’m excited to learn with you! If you haven't yet registered please reach out for more info.
#MERLIN_MB
February 4, 2026 at 10:38 PM
A little reminder as the school year continues to move quickly...
There are still several public training sessions ahead for me this year.
If we’re crossing paths at an upcoming session, I’m excited to learn with you! If you haven't yet registered please reach out for more info.
#MERLIN_MB
There are still several public training sessions ahead for me this year.
If we’re crossing paths at an upcoming session, I’m excited to learn with you! If you haven't yet registered please reach out for more info.
#MERLIN_MB
Reposted by Kirsten Thompson
Literacy in the digital age includes knowing who is behind the words you read online
Meet Audrey & Kirsten, MERLIN’s communications team. We are who is behind the screen writing emails, sharing updates & helping tell MERLIN’s story across our digital channels
#MERLIN_MB #WhoWeAreWednesday
Meet Audrey & Kirsten, MERLIN’s communications team. We are who is behind the screen writing emails, sharing updates & helping tell MERLIN’s story across our digital channels
#MERLIN_MB #WhoWeAreWednesday
February 4, 2026 at 2:36 PM
Literacy in the digital age includes knowing who is behind the words you read online
Meet Audrey & Kirsten, MERLIN’s communications team. We are who is behind the screen writing emails, sharing updates & helping tell MERLIN’s story across our digital channels
#MERLIN_MB #WhoWeAreWednesday
Meet Audrey & Kirsten, MERLIN’s communications team. We are who is behind the screen writing emails, sharing updates & helping tell MERLIN’s story across our digital channels
#MERLIN_MB #WhoWeAreWednesday
Technology only works when people trust the systems behind it: the tools, the data, the processes, and the decisions.
This trust doesn’t happen after a new software is implemented; it’s designed in from the start.
🧵
This trust doesn’t happen after a new software is implemented; it’s designed in from the start.
🧵
February 3, 2026 at 10:49 PM
Technology only works when people trust the systems behind it: the tools, the data, the processes, and the decisions.
This trust doesn’t happen after a new software is implemented; it’s designed in from the start.
🧵
This trust doesn’t happen after a new software is implemented; it’s designed in from the start.
🧵
If a groundhog can predict the future by popping out of a hole, imagine what consistent systems can do.
In education and technology, trust isn’t built on surprises; it’s built on patterns.
- Reliable infrastructure
- Clear governance
- Support that shows up day after day.
🧵
In education and technology, trust isn’t built on surprises; it’s built on patterns.
- Reliable infrastructure
- Clear governance
- Support that shows up day after day.
🧵
February 2, 2026 at 10:41 PM
If a groundhog can predict the future by popping out of a hole, imagine what consistent systems can do.
In education and technology, trust isn’t built on surprises; it’s built on patterns.
- Reliable infrastructure
- Clear governance
- Support that shows up day after day.
🧵
In education and technology, trust isn’t built on surprises; it’s built on patterns.
- Reliable infrastructure
- Clear governance
- Support that shows up day after day.
🧵
Today's @merlin.mb.ca Partner Program Meeting has left me energized and inspired. There is so much to learn when we gather together and today was a full agenda!
I'm thankful for the opportunity to have participated as panel moderator and *part time* emcee.
#MERLIN_MB
I'm thankful for the opportunity to have participated as panel moderator and *part time* emcee.
#MERLIN_MB
January 30, 2026 at 1:47 AM
Today's @merlin.mb.ca Partner Program Meeting has left me energized and inspired. There is so much to learn when we gather together and today was a full agenda!
I'm thankful for the opportunity to have participated as panel moderator and *part time* emcee.
#MERLIN_MB
I'm thankful for the opportunity to have participated as panel moderator and *part time* emcee.
#MERLIN_MB
One of the most important digital skills is knowing when to NOT reach for a tool.
Sometimes a conversation is better than an email, thoughtful judgment matters more than automation, and asynchronous work respects time and focus.
#ToolboxTuesday
Sometimes a conversation is better than an email, thoughtful judgment matters more than automation, and asynchronous work respects time and focus.
#ToolboxTuesday
January 27, 2026 at 10:55 PM
One of the most important digital skills is knowing when to NOT reach for a tool.
Sometimes a conversation is better than an email, thoughtful judgment matters more than automation, and asynchronous work respects time and focus.
#ToolboxTuesday
Sometimes a conversation is better than an email, thoughtful judgment matters more than automation, and asynchronous work respects time and focus.
#ToolboxTuesday
The jetlag may be settled but I am still processing everything that I learned last week at BETT
Being able to network & learn from the ed tech softwares that I use everyday was invaluable. Qs that I've had, troubleshooting I've been curious about, opportunities I didn't know existed; all solved!
Being able to network & learn from the ed tech softwares that I use everyday was invaluable. Qs that I've had, troubleshooting I've been curious about, opportunities I didn't know existed; all solved!
January 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM
The jetlag may be settled but I am still processing everything that I learned last week at BETT
Being able to network & learn from the ed tech softwares that I use everyday was invaluable. Qs that I've had, troubleshooting I've been curious about, opportunities I didn't know existed; all solved!
Being able to network & learn from the ed tech softwares that I use everyday was invaluable. Qs that I've had, troubleshooting I've been curious about, opportunities I didn't know existed; all solved!
Day 1 at BETT was an absolute whirlwind! With over 35,000 people from 125+ countries, the sharing and networking is beyond anything I've ever experienced.
Bring on day 2!
Bring on day 2!
January 22, 2026 at 10:23 AM
Day 1 at BETT was an absolute whirlwind! With over 35,000 people from 125+ countries, the sharing and networking is beyond anything I've ever experienced.
Bring on day 2!
Bring on day 2!
Honoured to have been asked to join these great voices at the provincial "AI in Education Summit" today in Winnipeg
January 17, 2026 at 3:31 AM
Honoured to have been asked to join these great voices at the provincial "AI in Education Summit" today in Winnipeg
This evening I’m attending a ManACE meeting; an organization I’ve been proud to serve with since 2013. Shout out to Mike Nantais for taking this photo to commemorate my first meeting almost 13 years ago!
I encourage you to check out ManACE's website and follow along with them online to learn more!
I encourage you to check out ManACE's website and follow along with them online to learn more!
January 15, 2026 at 4:05 AM
This evening I’m attending a ManACE meeting; an organization I’ve been proud to serve with since 2013. Shout out to Mike Nantais for taking this photo to commemorate my first meeting almost 13 years ago!
I encourage you to check out ManACE's website and follow along with them online to learn more!
I encourage you to check out ManACE's website and follow along with them online to learn more!
Strong digital systems aren’t just about tools, they’re about shared understanding.
Clear file naming, purposeful meetings, and a single source of truth help teams collaborate more effectively and spend less time untangling confusion.
#ToolboxTuesday
Clear file naming, purposeful meetings, and a single source of truth help teams collaborate more effectively and spend less time untangling confusion.
#ToolboxTuesday
January 13, 2026 at 8:46 PM
Strong digital systems aren’t just about tools, they’re about shared understanding.
Clear file naming, purposeful meetings, and a single source of truth help teams collaborate more effectively and spend less time untangling confusion.
#ToolboxTuesday
Clear file naming, purposeful meetings, and a single source of truth help teams collaborate more effectively and spend less time untangling confusion.
#ToolboxTuesday
January is often when we’re tempted to add more: more tools, more initiatives, more goals. This year, I’m thinking differently and, if you missed it, on Friday I shared some of the things I am getting rid of. Intentional digital practice starts with asking WHY before asking WHAT.
January 12, 2026 at 9:35 PM
January is often when we’re tempted to add more: more tools, more initiatives, more goals. This year, I’m thinking differently and, if you missed it, on Friday I shared some of the things I am getting rid of. Intentional digital practice starts with asking WHY before asking WHAT.
This month’s focus on intentional digital practice has me paying closer attention to what I don’t need to do.
This isn’t about restriction; it’s about choosing what truly supports how we work and learn.
This isn’t about restriction; it’s about choosing what truly supports how we work and learn.
January 9, 2026 at 10:29 PM
This month’s focus on intentional digital practice has me paying closer attention to what I don’t need to do.
This isn’t about restriction; it’s about choosing what truly supports how we work and learn.
This isn’t about restriction; it’s about choosing what truly supports how we work and learn.
Reposted by Kirsten Thompson
Did you know you can curate your “media diet” so that you’re getting balanced, accurate info in your news feed? Teach your Grade 7-12 students how with our brand-new lesson plan: https://mediasmarts.ca/teacher-resources/networked-news-understanding-and-curating-your-digital-news-feed
January 8, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Did you know you can curate your “media diet” so that you’re getting balanced, accurate info in your news feed? Teach your Grade 7-12 students how with our brand-new lesson plan: https://mediasmarts.ca/teacher-resources/networked-news-understanding-and-curating-your-digital-news-feed
🚨 Registration closes tomorrow! 🚨
These sessions require a minimum of 10 participants to proceed.
#MERLIN_MB
These sessions require a minimum of 10 participants to proceed.
#MERLIN_MB
We're kicking off the new year with purpose! Join me, virtually, for a "Tech Check"
This session provides a practical framework and guided activities to strengthen decision-making and classroom impact when discussing software implementation.
#MERLIN_MB
This session provides a practical framework and guided activities to strengthen decision-making and classroom impact when discussing software implementation.
#MERLIN_MB
January 8, 2026 at 7:43 PM
🚨 Registration closes tomorrow! 🚨
These sessions require a minimum of 10 participants to proceed.
#MERLIN_MB
These sessions require a minimum of 10 participants to proceed.
#MERLIN_MB
We kicked off 2026 strong at Whiteshell School District where we spent a full day dedicated to the purposeful integration of technology. Their full district came together to explore the role of educational technology within their individual roles.
Thank you for having me!
#MERLIN_MB
Thank you for having me!
#MERLIN_MB
January 6, 2026 at 4:42 AM
We kicked off 2026 strong at Whiteshell School District where we spent a full day dedicated to the purposeful integration of technology. Their full district came together to explore the role of educational technology within their individual roles.
Thank you for having me!
#MERLIN_MB
Thank you for having me!
#MERLIN_MB
January is shaping up to be a month of connection, learning, and momentum.
There’s something energizing about the new year and I can’t wait to bring those experiences back to the work we’re doing at MERLIN. More to come as these adventures unfold.
There’s something energizing about the new year and I can’t wait to bring those experiences back to the work we’re doing at MERLIN. More to come as these adventures unfold.
January 2, 2026 at 9:30 PM
January is shaping up to be a month of connection, learning, and momentum.
There’s something energizing about the new year and I can’t wait to bring those experiences back to the work we’re doing at MERLIN. More to come as these adventures unfold.
There’s something energizing about the new year and I can’t wait to bring those experiences back to the work we’re doing at MERLIN. More to come as these adventures unfold.
First day back after the holidays means the desk gets an upgrade with all of the fun new trinkets I was spoiled with!
📟 retro tech lego
⚡️Harry Potter figurines
☢️ a functional Fallout Pipboy replica
Did you get anything techy from your holiday wishlist?
📟 retro tech lego
⚡️Harry Potter figurines
☢️ a functional Fallout Pipboy replica
Did you get anything techy from your holiday wishlist?
December 29, 2025 at 3:23 PM
First day back after the holidays means the desk gets an upgrade with all of the fun new trinkets I was spoiled with!
📟 retro tech lego
⚡️Harry Potter figurines
☢️ a functional Fallout Pipboy replica
Did you get anything techy from your holiday wishlist?
📟 retro tech lego
⚡️Harry Potter figurines
☢️ a functional Fallout Pipboy replica
Did you get anything techy from your holiday wishlist?
Reposted by Kirsten Thompson
We want to take a moment to celebrate the people behind MERLIN
This team brings expertise, care, collaboration & a shared commitment to supporting learning & tech across MB; every single day
Wishing everyone a safe, restful break & looking ahead to what’s next in '26
#MERLIN_MB #WhoWeAreWednesday
This team brings expertise, care, collaboration & a shared commitment to supporting learning & tech across MB; every single day
Wishing everyone a safe, restful break & looking ahead to what’s next in '26
#MERLIN_MB #WhoWeAreWednesday
December 24, 2025 at 2:46 PM
We want to take a moment to celebrate the people behind MERLIN
This team brings expertise, care, collaboration & a shared commitment to supporting learning & tech across MB; every single day
Wishing everyone a safe, restful break & looking ahead to what’s next in '26
#MERLIN_MB #WhoWeAreWednesday
This team brings expertise, care, collaboration & a shared commitment to supporting learning & tech across MB; every single day
Wishing everyone a safe, restful break & looking ahead to what’s next in '26
#MERLIN_MB #WhoWeAreWednesday
Whether your holidays started on Monday, or are upcoming, I'm finding that we are in a period where digital wellness becomes less about productivity and more about intention.
- setting out-of-office messages
- turning off notifications
- creating a return plan
🧵
- setting out-of-office messages
- turning off notifications
- creating a return plan
🧵
December 23, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Whether your holidays started on Monday, or are upcoming, I'm finding that we are in a period where digital wellness becomes less about productivity and more about intention.
- setting out-of-office messages
- turning off notifications
- creating a return plan
🧵
- setting out-of-office messages
- turning off notifications
- creating a return plan
🧵
Wishing everyone a safe, happy & restorative winter break
If you are unplugging during the next few weeks, I will see you again in Jan '26
My new schedule will see me operating "business as usual" so if you are online, keep an eye here and on the @merlin.mb.ca channels to see what we are up to!
If you are unplugging during the next few weeks, I will see you again in Jan '26
My new schedule will see me operating "business as usual" so if you are online, keep an eye here and on the @merlin.mb.ca channels to see what we are up to!
December 19, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Wishing everyone a safe, happy & restorative winter break
If you are unplugging during the next few weeks, I will see you again in Jan '26
My new schedule will see me operating "business as usual" so if you are online, keep an eye here and on the @merlin.mb.ca channels to see what we are up to!
If you are unplugging during the next few weeks, I will see you again in Jan '26
My new schedule will see me operating "business as usual" so if you are online, keep an eye here and on the @merlin.mb.ca channels to see what we are up to!
We're kicking off the new year with purpose! Join me, virtually, for a "Tech Check"
This session provides a practical framework and guided activities to strengthen decision-making and classroom impact when discussing software implementation.
#MERLIN_MB
This session provides a practical framework and guided activities to strengthen decision-making and classroom impact when discussing software implementation.
#MERLIN_MB
December 17, 2025 at 4:56 PM
We're kicking off the new year with purpose! Join me, virtually, for a "Tech Check"
This session provides a practical framework and guided activities to strengthen decision-making and classroom impact when discussing software implementation.
#MERLIN_MB
This session provides a practical framework and guided activities to strengthen decision-making and classroom impact when discussing software implementation.
#MERLIN_MB
Reposted by Kirsten Thompson
Did you know the @maetl.mb.ca STEAM Lending Library - a province-wide collection of robotics kits, makerspace tools, and hands-on technology - is stored and supported right here at MERLIN?
Learn more at www.maetl.mb.ca/maetl-lendin...
#MERLIN_MB #WhoWeAreWednesday #MAETL_MB
Learn more at www.maetl.mb.ca/maetl-lendin...
#MERLIN_MB #WhoWeAreWednesday #MAETL_MB
December 17, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Did you know the @maetl.mb.ca STEAM Lending Library - a province-wide collection of robotics kits, makerspace tools, and hands-on technology - is stored and supported right here at MERLIN?
Learn more at www.maetl.mb.ca/maetl-lendin...
#MERLIN_MB #WhoWeAreWednesday #MAETL_MB
Learn more at www.maetl.mb.ca/maetl-lendin...
#MERLIN_MB #WhoWeAreWednesday #MAETL_MB