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Texas Conference of the AAUP @texasaaup.bsky.social · 20h

⭐️⭐️This Thursday at 5pm EST! ⬇️

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Teachers & public employees—know your rights online.
🗣️💻 Join @aft.org’s @rweingarten.bsky.social + experts from @penamerica.bsky.social & @ncacensorship.bsky.social for a webinar on free speech, digital safety & protecting yourself online.
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AFT TEACH @aftteach.bsky.social · 4h

📱 Teachers: What's your take on phones in school?
Join Dr. Angela Duckworth's Phones in Focus study—share your insights in a quick 5-min survey 🕒 www.phonesinfocus.org
📊 Instant national results
🎁 Enter to win $500!
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Share My Lesson @sharemylesson.bsky.social · 1d

Teachers & public employees—know your rights online.
🗣️💻 Join @aft.org’s @rweingarten.bsky.social + experts from @penamerica.bsky.social & @ncacensorship.bsky.social for a webinar on free speech, digital safety & protecting yourself online.
REGISTER here 👉 sharemylesson.com/webinars/fre...

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Share My Lesson @sharemylesson.bsky.social · 1d

Lesson plan from @pbsnewsclassroom.bsky.social: A Look at the Major Cases the Supreme Court Will Take Up in Its New Term. Ask students: When does the Supreme Court's new term begin? What new cases will the Court be hearing? sharemylesson.com/todays-news-... @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social

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Share My Lesson @sharemylesson.bsky.social · 1d

📱 Educators, your voice matters!
Join Dr. Angela Duckworth’s Phones in Focus study on school cell phone policies & student learning.
🕒 5 min survey → phonesinfocus.org
📊 See results instantly
🎁 Win 1of10 $500 gift cards!
@marlau-k.bsky.social @aftteach.bsky.social @rweingarten.bsky.social @aft.org

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Randi Weingarten 🖇️📚✊🇺🇸 @rweingarten.bsky.social · 1d

This October 7 we must recommit to peace, safety, equality, and self-determination for Jews and Palestinians. ParentsCircle's Listening from the Heart program helps classrooms and communities connect from a human, compassionate perspective. youtu.be/CcZfvvQqf-A

Listening from the Heart

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AFT @aft.org · 2d

Banning books is an attack on knowledge and harms students' ability to select relevant, engaging materials that encourage critical thinking skills. This #BannedBooksWeek, check out how you can take action to stand up for the freedom to read at bannedbooksweek.org.

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AFT @aft.org · 1d

Teaching about Oct 7th is about the human heart. Parents Circle testimonials offer essential empathy & understanding.

Move from political positions to personal experiences with these classroom resources.

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Randi Weingarten 🖇️📚✊🇺🇸 @rweingarten.bsky.social · 1d

Save the date! On 10/9 @ 5 PM EDT, I’m joining Lee Rowland (@ncacensorship.bsky.social) Victorya Vilk (@penamerica.bsky.social) & @sharemylesson.bsky.social for a webinar on educators’ & public employees' free speech rights & online safety. Register here & share: sharemylesson.com/webinars/fre...

Speaking Out, Staying Safe: Free Speech and Online Safety for Public Employees and Educators

In today’s digital age, the line between personal expression and professional consequences can feel increasingly blurred, especially for educators and public employees. With disciplinary actions and h...

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AFT Maryland @aftmaryland.bsky.social · 1d

Happy PSRP Week! Check out AFT's toolkit for ways to celebrate the PSRPs at your school at @sharemylesson.bsky.social
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Share My Lesson @sharemylesson.bsky.social · 1d

Princeton’s president says colleges are getting free speech right. 🗣️
Learn how higher ed is modeling open dialogue with this @pbsnewsclassroom.bsky.social lesson plan.
📚 Watch now: Princeton President Argues Colleges Are Encouraging Free Speech sharemylesson.com/todays-news-... @aft.org

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Share My Lesson @sharemylesson.bsky.social · 1d

💻 October is Computer Learning Month!
Explore K-12 computer science resources—from coding basics to cybersecurity and data analysis.
Help students build creativity, logic & collaboration through tech!
👉 sharemylesson.com/collections/... @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @texasaft.org @aftpa.bsky.social

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Share My Lesson @sharemylesson.bsky.social · 9d

📚 This October, join @aft.org Pres. @rweingarten.bsky.social & award-winning author @jasonreynolds83.bsky.social for an unforgettable AFT Book Club. Explore truth, empathy & hope through storytelling that empowers young people. REGISTER NOW: sharemylesson.com/webinars/con... @aftteach.bsky.social

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PEN America @penamerica.bsky.social · 2d

What are the top 10 most banned books in the US? See PEN America's list. https://www.azcentral.com/story/entertainment/books/2025/10/05/top-10-banned-books-week/86498998007/ #BannedBooksWeek

What are the top 10 most banned books in the US? See PEN America's list.

PEN America reports that nearly 4,000 unique book titles were challenged for banning in the U.S. in 2024. Take a look at the titles.

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Share My Lesson @sharemylesson.bsky.social · 1d

Front office staff play a key role in welcoming ELL students & families! 💬
Check out practical steps for building trust & ensuring inclusive communication in your school 👉 sharemylesson.com/teaching-res... @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @uftnyc.bsky.social @nysut.bsky.social @ctulocal1.bsky.social

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Share My Lesson @sharemylesson.bsky.social · 1d

Teachers & public employees—know your rights online.
🗣️💻 Join @aft.org’s @rweingarten.bsky.social + experts from @penamerica.bsky.social & @ncacensorship.bsky.social for a webinar on free speech, digital safety & protecting yourself online.
REGISTER here 👉 sharemylesson.com/webinars/fre...

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Share My Lesson @sharemylesson.bsky.social · 2d

🌧️ Teach your students how science predicts the weather! Learn how satellites & Doppler radar use radio waves to forecast storms with this lesson from the NRAO.
🔗 sharemylesson.com/teaching-res... @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @ucaft.bsky.social @aftwa.bsky.social @aftpa.bsky.social @texasaft.org

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Share My Lesson @sharemylesson.bsky.social · 2d

Honor @janegoodallcan.bsky.social’s legacy 🌍🐒
Teach students about her pioneering research on chimpanzees and her tireless advocacy for animals and the planet.
Use this lesson to inspire future changemakers: sharemylesson.com/todays-news-... @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @janegoodall.org

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Randi Weingarten 🖇️📚✊🇺🇸 @rweingarten.bsky.social · 4d

Having difficult conversations is a crucial skill to learn. As we approach October 7, I wanted to share these resources from @ShareMyLesson.bsky.social and Parents Circle on speaking - and listening - from the heart. tinyurl.com/yuv7ychc

Listening from the Heart

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Share My Lesson @sharemylesson.bsky.social · 2d

Celebrate #Chuseok with your class! 🌾
Hands-on crafts, word searches, and interactive slides bring Korea’s harvest festival to life for young learners.
Explore cultural traditions and seasonal fun: sharemylesson.com/teaching-res... @twinklusa.bsky.social @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social

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Share My Lesson @sharemylesson.bsky.social · 5d

Happy #PSRPWeek! 🎉 Whether it’s building positive bus routines, supporting math skills, or guiding lunchtime expectations—PSRPs keep schools running strong. 🚌📚🍎
Find free resources here 👉 sharemylesson.com/a-place-for/... @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @ctulocal1.bsky.social @uftnyc.bsky.social

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Share My Lesson @sharemylesson.bsky.social · 5d

Happy #PSRPWeek! 🎉 Whether it’s building positive bus routines, supporting math skills, or guiding lunchtime expectations—PSRPs keep schools running strong. 🚌📚🍎
Find free resources here 👉 sharemylesson.com/a-place-for/... @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @ctulocal1.bsky.social @uftnyc.bsky.social

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Share My Lesson @sharemylesson.bsky.social · 5d

💡 Hands-on optics with @thenrao.bsky.social ! Students explore reflection, refraction, diffraction, internal reflection & polarization at 5 interactive stations. A bright way to bring light science to life in your classroom! sharemylesson.com/teaching-res... @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social

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Share My Lesson @sharemylesson.bsky.social · 5d

Try these resources to prevent bullying in your school: sharemylesson.com/collections/...

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Share My Lesson @sharemylesson.bsky.social · 5d

Discovery helpful, timely resources in our PSRP community: sharemylesson.com/community/pa...

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