@neilplotnick.bsky.social
Passionate computer science and cybersecurity teacher.
GNU Linux evangelist.
CSTA Equity Fellow 2024-25
PAEMST Mathematics 2015
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GNU Linux evangelist.
CSTA Equity Fellow 2024-25
PAEMST Mathematics 2015
https://youtube.com/@learnitwithmr.p?si=eV57LXYpgYXmgODa
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My students in the CSHS have their photo shoot today for the yearbook. So proud to have them show their passion for computer science! @cstama.bsky.social @csteachersorg.bsky.social The shirts are pretty cool too!
CSTA Impact Fellowship applications are due August 8. The new Responsible AI Fellowship is due August 15.
Please apply! This is one of the best ways to elevate your voice and make a difference in K-12 CS education.
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#CSTAImpactFellow
#CSTAFellow
#CSTAResponsibleAIFellow
Please apply! This is one of the best ways to elevate your voice and make a difference in K-12 CS education.
youtu.be/uwJQBwlbFyM?...
#CSTAImpactFellow
#CSTAFellow
#CSTAResponsibleAIFellow
CSTA Impact and AI Fellowship applications
YouTube video by Learn IT with Mr. P
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July 21, 2025 at 9:48 PM
CSTA Impact Fellowship applications are due August 8. The new Responsible AI Fellowship is due August 15.
Please apply! This is one of the best ways to elevate your voice and make a difference in K-12 CS education.
youtu.be/uwJQBwlbFyM?...
#CSTAImpactFellow
#CSTAFellow
#CSTAResponsibleAIFellow
Please apply! This is one of the best ways to elevate your voice and make a difference in K-12 CS education.
youtu.be/uwJQBwlbFyM?...
#CSTAImpactFellow
#CSTAFellow
#CSTAResponsibleAIFellow
The NSF has officially declared that the PAEMST program has been suspended. youtu.be/5fo2peAbtAg?...
PAEMST program is stopped.
YouTube video by Learn IT with Mr. P
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July 19, 2025 at 2:41 PM
The NSF has officially declared that the PAEMST program has been suspended. youtu.be/5fo2peAbtAg?...
Interview with Erin Murphy, www.instagram.com/reel/DL4z-Vk... CS and music teacher from a small school in Washington.
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July 9, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Interview with Erin Murphy, www.instagram.com/reel/DL4z-Vk... CS and music teacher from a small school in Washington.
Tech Swap is a CSTA Impact Fellowship project that helps teachers obtain edtech products for their students. Donations are also encouraged. tech-swap.org #csta2025 @csteachersorg.bsky.social
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July 8, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Tech Swap is a CSTA Impact Fellowship project that helps teachers obtain edtech products for their students. Donations are also encouraged. tech-swap.org #csta2025 @csteachersorg.bsky.social
Computer science majors are not finding jobs? They’re in demand as CS teachers! youtube.com/shorts/Z-gpd... @neatoday.bsky.social @csteachersorg.bsky.social
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June 30, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Computer science majors are not finding jobs? They’re in demand as CS teachers! youtube.com/shorts/Z-gpd... @neatoday.bsky.social @csteachersorg.bsky.social
EdCon 25 is in the books. Great conference for K-12 cybersecurity education. Lots of fantastic speakers and an opportunities to connect with teachers from across the USA. I did a series of live video posts. Check them out! www.instagram.com/reel/DK8VVKT... #csta #cyberdotorg #cybersecurity
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June 22, 2025 at 8:21 PM
EdCon 25 is in the books. Great conference for K-12 cybersecurity education. Lots of fantastic speakers and an opportunities to connect with teachers from across the USA. I did a series of live video posts. Check them out! www.instagram.com/reel/DK8VVKT... #csta #cyberdotorg #cybersecurity
EdCon 25. Cybersecurity Educators conference is now in Chicago. Lots of great friends from across the country. @cyber.org #cyberedcon25
June 16, 2025 at 2:05 PM
EdCon 25. Cybersecurity Educators conference is now in Chicago. Lots of great friends from across the country. @cyber.org #cyberedcon25
My students in the CSHS have their photo shoot today for the yearbook. So proud to have them show their passion for computer science! @cstama.bsky.social @csteachersorg.bsky.social The shirts are pretty cool too!
March 1, 2025 at 12:17 AM
My students in the CSHS have their photo shoot today for the yearbook. So proud to have them show their passion for computer science! @cstama.bsky.social @csteachersorg.bsky.social The shirts are pretty cool too!
Next week my CSHS and Cybersecurity students are donating computers for a group home for unhoused students. They used @linuxmint.bsky.social to make sure each system works and has all the tools needed. @csteachersorg.bsky.social
January 24, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Next week my CSHS and Cybersecurity students are donating computers for a group home for unhoused students. They used @linuxmint.bsky.social to make sure each system works and has all the tools needed. @csteachersorg.bsky.social
The White House has just announced the National winners of the PAEMST award. The highest honor for STEM teachers in America. Congratulations to all the winners. As a 2015 alumni, I am very inspired by your dedication! www.whitehouse.gov/ostp/news-up...
President Biden Honors More Than 300 Americans with Nation’s Highest Award for Science and Mathematics Teachers and Mentors | OSTP | The White House
Today, President Biden announced 336 teachers and mentors from around the nation as recipients of the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) and the Presidenti...
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January 13, 2025 at 10:09 PM
The White House has just announced the National winners of the PAEMST award. The highest honor for STEM teachers in America. Congratulations to all the winners. As a 2015 alumni, I am very inspired by your dedication! www.whitehouse.gov/ostp/news-up...
So my school has blocked every single generative AI tool for students. I understand that it’s been done to deter cheating but ignores all opportunities to leverage AI in learning. I’m more in favor of ongoing teacher training and establishing solid academic rules over outright bans. #EduSky
January 4, 2025 at 2:11 PM
So my school has blocked every single generative AI tool for students. I understand that it’s been done to deter cheating but ignores all opportunities to leverage AI in learning. I’m more in favor of ongoing teacher training and establishing solid academic rules over outright bans. #EduSky
First measurable snowfall of the season in the Boston area. My coastal town picked up about 5 inches. Somewhat more than predicted due to ocean enhancement. Now it’s just been cold and sunny. Might be a bit more on Christmas Eve.
December 24, 2024 at 2:55 AM
First measurable snowfall of the season in the Boston area. My coastal town picked up about 5 inches. Somewhat more than predicted due to ocean enhancement. Now it’s just been cold and sunny. Might be a bit more on Christmas Eve.
My district refreshed our computer labs. IT wanted to simply trash the 50 computers. Instead, my students are installing Linux Mint and looking at donating them to local community groups. #Linux #EduSky Several are working in our robotics lab and I hope to find good homes for all.
December 20, 2024 at 10:13 PM
My #CSTA voice article was just published. csteachers.org/supporting-s... #EduSky #ComputerScience #SpecialEducation
Supporting Special Education Students in CS with CSTA Equity Fellow Neil Plotnick - Computer Science Teachers Association
When Neil’s son, Martin, was diagnosed with hemiplegic cerebral palsy, Neil understood right away that education would be one of the biggest challenges.
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December 16, 2024 at 4:03 PM
My #CSTA voice article was just published. csteachers.org/supporting-s... #EduSky #ComputerScience #SpecialEducation
Having my Intro to CS students try to decipher the Pig Pen substitution cipher. Lots of “Oh! Now I get it!” moments. #EduSky #Ciphers #CyberSecurity Unplugged activities can be very helpful for understanding CS concepts.
December 6, 2024 at 12:08 AM
Having my Intro to CS students try to decipher the Pig Pen substitution cipher. Lots of “Oh! Now I get it!” moments. #EduSky #Ciphers #CyberSecurity Unplugged activities can be very helpful for understanding CS concepts.
My interview with teachng was published. Read my advice on how to make your practice better! #EduSky teachng.com/interview/ne...
Graduated From School, I Worked in Computer Retail Stores, Now I Teach Students About Cybersecurity - Teachng Online Learning
Interviewing Neil Plotnick, a highly experienced special education teacher who have co-taught almost every content area including U.S. and World History,
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December 4, 2024 at 6:27 AM
My interview with teachng was published. Read my advice on how to make your practice better! #EduSky teachng.com/interview/ne...
Robot day for my students. I brought in my Cue robot from Wonder Workshop and the GiggleBot from Modular Robotics. Both are sadly no longer manufactured but the students have been having fun using #MakeCode and the #BBCMicroBit to get the GiggleBot running.
November 25, 2024 at 2:14 PM
Robot day for my students. I brought in my Cue robot from Wonder Workshop and the GiggleBot from Modular Robotics. Both are sadly no longer manufactured but the students have been having fun using #MakeCode and the #BBCMicroBit to get the GiggleBot running.
Interesting words from Rev. William J. Barber II who has called for a Third Reconstruction. The first was after the Civil War, the second came during the Civil Rights movement in the 50s and 60s. The Third is now needed in the wake of the last general election. Full story on CNN.
November 24, 2024 at 12:32 PM
Interesting words from Rev. William J. Barber II who has called for a Third Reconstruction. The first was after the Civil War, the second came during the Civil Rights movement in the 50s and 60s. The Third is now needed in the wake of the last general election. Full story on CNN.
#EduSky peeps! How do you rank curriculum, education conferences, graduate certificates and education technology products? Are there reliable TEACHER rankings that understand how well EL, SPED and other groups are supported? TIA!
November 23, 2024 at 1:25 PM
#EduSky peeps! How do you rank curriculum, education conferences, graduate certificates and education technology products? Are there reliable TEACHER rankings that understand how well EL, SPED and other groups are supported? TIA!
My students have started to use the #BBCMicroBit and #MakeCode. The school district shared this on their Facebook page. #EduSky. It’s been a fun way to learn CS.
November 20, 2024 at 2:05 AM
My students have started to use the #BBCMicroBit and #MakeCode. The school district shared this on their Facebook page. #EduSky. It’s been a fun way to learn CS.