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I can’t promise I won’t talk about something random.
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A Florida school district said it won’t renew the contract of a teacher who used a student’s preferred name, instead of legal name, without parental permission, in violation of state law.
Florida district won't renew teacher's contract for using student's preferred name
Dozens of students held a walkout to protest the school district’s decision not to renew the teacher’s contract after she used a student’s preferred name.
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April 12, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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If you're in congress and you aren't publicly in favor of banning the trading of individual stocks by people in congress, get your head out of your fucking ass.
April 10, 2025 at 11:23 PM
We had our “practice” state test yesterday so I was allowed to read while proctoring(we aren’t allowed during the real test). As we are covering Carter and Reagan’s administration this week, I thought I’d dig into this. Reagan and his cronies were so shady.
March 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM
I’m finishing the final book in the founding of Valdemar. I always admire her imagination and world building!
March 22, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Rumor is that Mississippi will eliminate the U.S. history test from the accountability model. I feel split on this issue. They are keeping all other secondary state tests, so it is an interesting time to de-emphasize history. While state tests are problematic, so is cutting only history.
March 9, 2025 at 2:45 AM
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TOMORROW- Friday, February 28th is BLACKOUT FRIDAY!

If you believe we are in danger of losing our Democracy forever, FIGHT BACK!

Let's make our voices heard in numbers too big to ignore.

JOIN US if you've had it with Comrade Krasnov. 🤬 🇷🇺

#24HourEconomicBlackout
February 27, 2025 at 8:18 PM
“Red Winter” is a Jack Ryan novel written by Marc Cameron. Chronologically this book comes after “Red Rabbit”, and is focused on East Berlin and the Stasi. What a crazy time and place in history, 5 out of 5!
February 26, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Rereading “Red Rabbit” by Tom Clancy as my U.S. history class digs into the Cold War. Honestly, it is such an interesting look into the American mindset of the era.
February 23, 2025 at 3:50 PM
A new book in your favorite series is a fantastic surprise on a crummy Tuesday!
February 18, 2025 at 2:05 PM
“Murder at Astor Place” is the first of Victoria Thompson’s Gaslight Series. These murder mysteries follow a midwife in New York at peak gilded age. This series explores the horrific conditions of this era while providing an entertaining narrative. I love the lead character! 4 out of 5
February 16, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Rereading this cozy fantasy before reading this sequel. “Assistant to the Villain” follows Eve as she works for a mysterious man known only as “The Villian”. Sometimes the bad guy isn’t who you think it is! 4.7 out of 5
February 16, 2025 at 4:45 AM
Private equity strikes again! I never cared much for Red Lobster, but now Joann’s is closing 500 stores.
February 15, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Going on Facebook is just depressing.
February 12, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Mercedes Lackey excels at slipping historical details into her stories. She reveals details of how people were abused and exploited in the past, focusing mostly on women and children. I will never forget a haunting description of a London orphanage in the Victorian era in “The Wizard of London”.
February 9, 2025 at 4:52 PM
I’m finally getting to read the latest in Mercedes Lackey’s Elemental Masters series-“The Silver Bullets of Annie Oakley”. This is book 16, and I adore these stories. She twists folklore and fairytales into new adventures with strong, independent heroines. 5 out of 5 always!
February 8, 2025 at 11:24 PM
The older I get the more I hate female characters written by men.
February 8, 2025 at 1:13 AM
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The richest man in the world is sitting at the Resolute desk, about to defund your public school.

Trump should stop him.
February 5, 2025 at 2:52 PM
I have books/book series I love, but the dystopian vibes are too similar to what is happening now. I remember reading this series during the 2016 election and fearing what a DJT presidency would mean. My fears are sadly manifesting.
February 5, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Some books are perfect for a moment in time. “The Once and Future Witches” is a reminder of how many rights women have had to fight for.
February 3, 2025 at 1:59 AM
Do you have a literary ick? Extreme age gaps with a teen girl and a 100+ year old magical/mythical creature is just icky.
February 2, 2025 at 4:35 AM
In 2024 I challenged myself to read 150 books, and I completed the challenge. I didn’t like it though, it made me feel rushed. I couldn’t linger over long books. This year I read what I want and what I enjoy! The “To Green Angel Tower” audiobook is 58 hours, and it feels like a luxury.
February 2, 2025 at 3:31 AM
One of my greatest frustrations as a teacher is how teenagers refuse to read books. When does the disconnect start? They lose curiosity, empathy, and their vocabulary stagnates. Anyone have success encouraging teens to read?
February 1, 2025 at 11:58 AM
“The Spellshop” is a cozy fantasy that reminds me not to be so anxious. As I was reading I thought the main character should just relax and be more open to people. It’s funny because I can’t relax and I rarely trust anyone. 😂
5 out of 5
February 1, 2025 at 11:48 AM
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If you are a federal worker being offered a buyout, I would advise against taking it.

Of course, this is a personal decision for everyone and it’s your choice.

But these offers are a rush job. The legality is questionable and this admin does not keep to its word.

They aren’t firing for a reason.
January 30, 2025 at 6:02 PM
History tidbit for the day: George Washington mandated vaccines for soldiers during the American Revolution. They love referencing the founding fathers until it doesn’t serve their purpose.
January 29, 2025 at 8:00 PM