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Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · 22d

Thanks for sharing!

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · 29d

Unlock the secrets to engagin... https://www.coolcatteacher.com/everychild?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Vicki%20Davis&utm_content=Teaching%20Every%20Child%3A%20Early%20Years%2C%20ELL%20Strategies%2C%20and%20Behavior%20That%20Works #EveryChild #EdLeaders #TeachingTips #edusky

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Sep 9

Teachers—stop burning out by learning to say no. Dr. Brad Johnson explains why assertiveness is... https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e914?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Vicki%20Davis&utm_content=What%20Every%20Teacher%20Needs%20to%20Hear%21%20You%20Can%20Be%20Assertive%21 #edusky

Why critical thinking is key to using AI wisely – Alt Ed Austin

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Sep 8

🎙️ Dive into our latest episode of Cool C... https://www.coolcatteacher.com/everychild?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Vicki%20Davis&utm_content=Teaching%20Every%20Child%3A%20Early%20Years%2C%20ELL%20Strategies%2C%20and%20Behavior%20That%20Works #EdChat #EarlyChildhood #edusky

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Sep 4

Are we creating incompetent experts? This professor's article is a must read, for sure. - https://www.altedaustin.com/blog/why-critical-thinking-is-key-to-using-ai-wisely?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Vicki%20Davis

Returning guest writer Stephanie Simoes is the mind behind Critikid.com , a website that teaches critical thinking to children and teens through interactive courses, worksheets, and lesson plans. This article is meant to help educators (and parents) more effectively teach kids to use large lang

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Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 28

Today at 5pm Eastern I'll be livestreaming - How I Set Up My AI Projects... https://www.coolcatteacher.com/how-i-set-up-my-ai-projects-join-us-today/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Vicki%20Davis&utm_content=How%20I%20Set%20Up%20My%20AI%20Projects%3A%20Join%20Us%20Today #edusky

How I Set Up My AI Projects: Join Us Today

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 28

She always wrote letters. I don't know who gave it to her. I couldn't find any initials or anything but it is obviously hand made. I'm thinking likely i t was her Mom's as I vaguely think it was in Grandmama's house.

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 25

Thank you, Miriam!

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 25

Glad you're sharing and helping. You're always one of my faithful educators who helps me learn more. Thanks for being you! And like I expected, I can tell you're using your knowledge for great good still. What is retirement anyway?

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 25

Wow, it would be hard to leave.

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 25

So this must be a new feature in Blueksy that I don't know about. Can you tell me how you did it, Debbie?

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Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 25

And kindness in the classroom makes it happier for everyone! I'm all about kindness, for sure. Grace and truth - both are needed. I also find the grace I give is the grace I receive. Some think Kindness is being a pushover but truthfully kindness can even be firm and hold kids accountable - kindly.

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 25

It was a nice article. I've reshared and followed her!

Smart Ideas for Teacher Prep, Reading, Writing, and Screen-Free Fun

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 25

Some great ideas from @mirplo.bsky.social for engaging parents as we return to school. #edusky

Edutopia @edutopia.org · Aug 23

@mirplo.bsky.social outlines a few back-to-school night tweaks to help you build strong partnerships with the people who know students best! edut.to/4lAmdBy

#EduSky

“Time is always a rare commodity, a reality that could not be more true for back-to-school night. With only minutes to connect with and inspire the people who are most influential in our students’ lives, every second counts. By moving away from logistics and celebrating instruction, we can seize this rare opportunity to show families and caregivers exactly what it’s like to be a student in our classrooms.” —Miriam Plotinsky, Instructional Specialist

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Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 25

I'm curious how my friends on #edusky manage their daily work. I use a bullet journal from Sterling Ink and I have the owner's stickers designed for each month in my bullet journal. I track habits separately but each day looks a tad different. I do have monthly spreads, habit trackers and such.

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Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 21

Smart Ideas for Teacher Prep... https://www.coolcatteacher.com/smart2025/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Vicki%20Davis&utm_content=Smart%20Ideas%20for%20Teacher%20Prep%2C%20Reading%2C%20Writing%2C%20and%20Screen-Free%20Fun #edusky
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Preparing AI-Ready Graduates for Future Challenges with Richard Culatta

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 21

Just shared: Preparing AI-Ready Graduates for Future Challenges with Richard Culatta https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e912/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Vicki%20Davis&utm_content=Preparing%20AI-Ready%20Graduates%20for%20Future%20Challenges%20with%20Richard%20Culatta where w...

Transform Your School Culture with Steve Bollar

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 16

Transform Your School Culture with Steve Bollar Fast culture wins with Stand Tall Steve: 7-week s... https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e910/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Vicki%20Davis&utm_content=Transform%20Your%20School%20Culture%20with%20Steve%20Bollar #edusky #schoolculture

Explore innovative ideas to boost school culture through microchallenges that build connections with students and staff.

Captivate, Care, and Culture

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 16

ADHD-smart triggers, first-5-minute hooks, burnout breakers, and a 7-week culture challenge for K-12.

Guests: Jhe...
#edusky #k12 #backtoschool
https://www.coolcatteacher.com/s3e8/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Vicki%20Davis&utm_content=Captivate%2C%20Care%2C%20and%20Culture

Join Sam Altman, Greg Brockman, Sebastien Bubeck, Mark Chen, Yann Dubois, Brian Fioca, Adi Ganesh, Oliver Godement, Saachi Jain, Christina Kaplan, Tina Kim, Elaine Ya Le, Felipe Millon, Michelle Pokrass, Jakub Pachocki, Max Schwarzer, Rennie Song, Ruochen Wang as they introduce and demo GPT-5.

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 14

Today at 4 pm Eastern, there's an awesome panel of educators sharing their Back to school Favorite tools - it is free and you can... https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/5021079/32B297F7286F4247B5E0F5A84053A7E7?partnerref=FETCSpeaker_Shares&utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Vicki%20Davis

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 10

🎙️New Podcast Just Shar... https://www.coolcatteacher.com/backtoschool2025/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Vicki%20Davis&utm_content=An%20Amazing%20Start%20to%20the%20School%20Year%3A%20AI%20Insights%2C%20School%20Culture%20Tips%2C%20and%20Authentic%20Learning%20Ideas #edusky

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 7

I'm watching the Open AI ChatGPT-5 Livestream "you'll be able to carry a PhD level expert in your pocket about any topic any time" - we'll see what they say - Here's the link to watch - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Uu_VJeVVfo&utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Vicki%20Davis...

Introducing GPT-5

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Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Aug 1

🐈 Teaching Reading, Grammar, a new AI Reading Tool... https://www.coolcatteacher.com/reading2025/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Vicki%20Davis&utm_content=Teaching%20Reading%2C%20Grammar%2C%20a%20new%20AI%20Reading%20Tool%2C%20and%20Help%20for%20College%20Bound%20Kids
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Teaching Reading, Grammar, a new AI Reading Tool, and Help for College Bound Kids

Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher.bsky.social · Jul 25

My happy place.
#farmgirl
#farmlife