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  @thereadingzone https://t.co/wx5WGtFtjy

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• Reopening Schools in NJ- Educator Concerns – Google Docs

  Reopening Schools in N.J. Educator Concerns. @DavidHealyTRRS @david_aderhold @FRHSDSup @BrickSupt @EdLawCenter @JulieLB @KelsMcShea @KinderKaren1 @jklassTR @ksieroto @mrs_baxter_ @DrBradJohnson @mariecorfield @ajtrump @melissa0208 @PoMoNurseCathy @NJEA
  @StaceyMonetti @rmblessing @CaraDiMeo @Principal_TRHSN @Tbrez3 @tonihammer2 @DrJoeClark @pembsuper @Karenwall1966 @BravermanHHS @tra4nier @AnthonyDent05 @MichaelLHarri13 @cbeducator @thereadingzone @wishtdream Reopening Schools in N.J. Educator Concerns.

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  @chrisrockward @thereadingzone @elfersjohn
  @BioteachNg https://t.co/MSVG2WnRT4

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• All QAS tests and scoring : Sat

  2. SAT – QAS (Question and Answer service)

  On only 3 of 7 SATs per year can the test taker order the actual questions from the test (for $18) …

  or you can find all the QAS books on Reddit https://t.co/55OcJ1FAen https://t.co/eBZ1UiwPko

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• I don’t ask for much-watch this immediat…

  I don’t ask for much-watch this immediately @MsKHarmon @MeganLabas @thereadingzone @ElfersJohn @Ms_BaBBiN @BioteachNg @kftdad THIS IS

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• Statement on Independent Reading – NCTE

  Independent reading changed my practice. More importantly, it changed what my HS expected and what they gleaned from a lit class. So honored & humbled to see so many of my Ss fall back in love with reading!

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• Library Journal

  Review: The Farm That Feeds Us: A Year in the Life of an Organic Farm @QuartoKnows @sljournal
  VERDICT An engaging resource that will appeal to a variety of #elementary audiences, plant lovers, #animal lovers, and #farm machinery lovers alike. https://t.

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• TO SHARE: Virtual NerdcampNJ Panel Links – Google Sheets

  What a great experience! Hoping to go live and in person next summer! Thank you for having me. https://t.co/eNlXn3RfR2
  You’ll find lots of great FREE PD resources and
  so many wonderful authors, so many great @nErDCampNJ1 virtual presentations! https://t.co/sAg77rvld2
  So proud to be a part of @nErDCampNJ1 ‘s virtual event. My segment is on #writersblock —specifically #nonfiction . There’s something for everyone here! Check it out! @oonziela I miss you!

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• News From the Books Desk | The New York Times Company

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• “Jersey Shore whale watch trip June 20th 2020-8” https://…

  #photo “Jersey Shore whale watch trip June 20th 2020-8” https://t.co/JUZ6GpGZuN https://t.co/GDV3AaquJC

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• Maybe THIS is the year English teachers will put aside nosta…

  Maybe THIS is the year English teachers will put aside nostalgia and think about the problematic texts that thrive inside outdated curricula. Can we finally agree TKAM is not that great & there are many other texts that should be taught in its place?

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• Planning to Change the World 2020-2021 – Rethinking Schools

  This is the plan book I ordered for next school year. Don’t know why it took me so long to get on board!

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Weekly Diigo Posts (weekly)

• Interested in writing for kids? Don’t miss this FREE webi…

  Interested in writing #nonfiction for kids?
  Don’t miss this FREE @scbwi webinar by the uber-talented @lclineransome
  https://t.co/mD1hskeh7q https://t.co/eBDcO1h870

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• Get Ready for Solstice in Times Square 2020 – YouTube

  Participating in the Summer Solistice yoga event in Times Square has been on my list for years. This year, I was so excited I would be able to attend as it falls on a Saturday. But this plan,too, has changed, so this is my new plan. Join, if you can.

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• 155th Anniversary of Juneteenth – YouTube

  My girl, the phenomenal @angelicadesigns worked hard on this Google Doodle marking #JUNETEENTH2020. Proud of you! ✊

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• Thank you for this guide! https://t.co/3qKZE2nHkN

  Thank you @DisruptTexts for this guide! #brilliance https://t.co/3qKZE2nHkN

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• Let me tell you what I wish I’d knownWh…

  Let me tell you what I wish I’d known
  When I was young and dreamed of glory
  You have no control
  Who lives, who dies, who
  [borrows your song title to write a cash-in book when they could have testified before Congress]
  tells your story…
  https://t.co/mJl

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• High School Students and Alumni Are Using Social Media to Ex…

  High School Students and Alumni Are Using Social Media to Expose Racism https://t.co/uGLqH7ep21

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• Law & Order: Organized Crime Starring Elliot Stabler Airing On NBC This Fall

  It’s Official: “Law & Order: Organized Crime” Starring Elliot Stabler Is Airing On NBC This Fall https://t.co/zSLlpJL3fF

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• The incredible is raising her voice for ALS tomorrow with …

  The incredible @RebeccaJLuker is raising her voice for ALS tomorrow with @SantinoFontana and @katiecouric and you can tune in for the concert!
  https://t.co/wFl2ksXUVO

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• So this wknd I had the ABSOLUTE JOY of guesting on w/ &amp…

  So this wknd I had the ABSOLUTE JOY of guesting on #Newcomers w/ @nicolebyer & @laurenlapkus to mostly talk about #CloneWars & it was honestly the best (also they taught me about 90 Day Fiance which was not at all the show I thought it was)
  Liste

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• Vanilla Mug Cake – Moist, Flavorful Cake that's Ready in Minutes

  A recipe for self-care and emotional well-being. Change up ingredients to your liking. Happy Tuesday.
  https://t.co/l4T1z3kXpe

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• Maybe it’s silly that this straight girl…

  Maybe it’s silly that this straight girl is in tears at her desk, but things have been shit for so long and I’m so relieved https://t.co/hpN9Qzq5zo

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• I read YA – COVER REVEAL: Muted by Tami Charles

  Excited to finally share the cover of my next book, MUTED, out next February. #AmplifyBlackVoices #YALit #MeToo https://t.co/vIx54ZdUax

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• Good morning Twitter. https://t.co/eLwn0b4Dtb

  Good morning Twitter. https://t.co/eLwn0b4Dtb

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• Donalyn Miller’s review of Clap When You Land

  5 of 5 stars to Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo https://t.co/l8GPyKYfma

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• EA.CFU.GR11.Frazier.'Solutions.'Clip2858.shorter on Vimeo

  Hey crew … it seems like we are getting on their nerves a bit. Please keep up the pressure to #EndCarceralPedagogy https://t.co/ptTkpLmkwW

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• Implementing an anti racist approach can be a struggle. This…

  Implementing an anti racist approach can be a struggle. This resource continues to be helpful for teachers and I’m honored it’s a tool for change. To purchase, please use this updated link: https://t.co/0WMuqf6gUN

  We’ve made improvements 🙂 #CARBTE https

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Weekly Diigo Posts (weekly)

• Today I went to Pulse nightclub, where for years there has b…

  Today I went to Pulse nightclub, where for years there has been an interim memorial site.

  (This tweet will be the most seen, so go ahead & donate to the Zebra Coalition right now.)
  https://t.co/VFTfqTtV5o

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• Enjoying Issue 6 of ‘s InkBlot in color!! It’s a joy to re…

  Enjoying Issue 6 of @ComHS_MCVSD’s InkBlot in color!!
  It’s a joy to read such a professional student-run newspaper. @WrW101 @CHS_PSFA @cford @MeganLabas
  https://t.co/Kv2mdTBFdP

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• Finished copies of RUNNING came in &…

  Finished copies of RUNNING came in & I squeed so loud my dog came to see what’s up. Ahh!!! I can’t express how excited & grateful I am this book will be out soon (July 14) from @hmhteen!! You can pre-order it now & make my whole year: https://

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• Sarah (YA Love) (The United States)’s review of Just Mercy (Adapted for Young Adults): A True Story of the Fight for Justice

  5 of 5 stars to Just Mercy (Adapted for Young Adults) by Bryan Stevenson https://t.co/ZIYSOPHbIH

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• I loved it so much, and I learned (&…

  @thereadingzone @KelseyTorpey I loved it so much, and I learned (& researched) so much watching it that I hadn’t been taught anywhere else. Also prompted me to order this T from @PhilaPrint: https://t.co/RxlPPABXb8

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• Super easy for those in the Ivory Tower to cast stones at pr…

  Super easy for those in the Ivory Tower to cast stones at practitioners in the field, when this is a moment for introspection in our own lives and institutions. Dr. Horn could be asking, for example: https://t.co/AVPAAaUAM0

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• Login • Instagram

  New library! What? And I get to keep my old one, too! I now get to be the librarian at 2 elementary schools in my district!

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• Login • Instagram

  Y’all, I’m doing some ABAR storytelling on Friday with Chicago ROAR and sharing “Hair Love” by @MatthewACherry over on instagram.

  See you at noon, CST.
  https://t.co/KVlHBYuLOL https://t.co/lo3nLGtm9J

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• I love this. https://t.co/peineNY91m

  I love this. https://t.co/peineNY91m

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• Why Every Environmentalist Should Be Anti-Racist | Vogue

  READ. THIS. https://t.co/Km1w1fCZ4Z https://t.co/f2td2OSqlh

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• Systemic Racism Explained – YouTube

  Social Justice PLC: check this! Systemic Racism Explained https://t.co/4iWYYeZaXh @MsKHarmon @ElfersJohn @Ms_BaBBiN @thereadingzone @BioteachNg @GodkinMrs @kftdad @cmkaiser319

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• 'Cops' Canceled at Paramount Network | Hollywood Reporter

  It’s like God heard us say “cancel cops!” and decided to take a very literal approach https://t.co/weBvorL9vm

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• Great choice for summer reading (there’s still time to put t…

  Great choice for summer reading (there’s still time to put this on your lists, BTW)!! It’s also a great choice for everything else, period. https://t.co/qpCw4S5FFv

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• The Magic in Changing Your Stars by Leah Henderson

  Anything with a dash of The Wiz gets my vote. https://t.co/XubhE5G9SJ

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• Social Justice Mathematics and Science Resources compiled by Dr. Kari Kokka – Google Docs

  Another resource for our PLC! I love that this list is focused on math and science.
  @MsKHarmon @MeganLabas @thereadingzone @chrisrockward @ElfersJohn @BioteachNg @kftdad @cmkaiser319 @tomevancho https://t.co/2QLqaoN7dn

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• Take note Thank you for your research and posting so I c…

  Take note #PLN

  Thank you @thereadingzone for your research and posting so I can unfollow and block @DisruptedTv https://t.co/LJ7Hs6UYz8

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• FYI- this account has been unabashedly terrible forever. Pos…

  FYI- this account has been unabashedly terrible forever. Posts racist tweets/retweets (that sometimes get deleted later)but espouses equity when he gets paid to speak at a conference- awesome. Maybe we can all stop elevating #disruptED now? https://t.co/s

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• We have another way for you to show solidarity with Black ed…

  We have another way for you to show solidarity with Black educators and creators of kidlit. Please be safe as you take to the streets, and keep pushing for systemic rather than momentary change. #DisruptTexts #BLM

  Available for the next 7 hours: https:/

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• An interesting exercise for our PLC? https://t.co/Tk…

  An interesting exercise for our PLC? @MsKHarmon @thereadingzone @ElfersJohn @BioteachNg @kftdad @cmkaiser319 @Ms_BaBBiN @tomevancho https://t.co/Tkr8Jipabc

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• Sarah (YA Love) (The United States)’s review of Not Light, but Fire: How to Lead Meaningful Race Conversations in the Classroom

  Marked as to-read: Not Light, but Fire by Matthew R. Kay https://t.co/ibhcxHSNeI

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• White educators: There are too many posts like this! THIS IS…

  White educators: There are too many posts like this! THIS IS NOT THE TIME TO BE ASKING BIPOC TO EDUCATE YOU PERSONALLY. They have likely already shared SO MUCH! Google, search threads/timelines, & then turn to other white edus in this work to process

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• Opinion: Creating a more equal post-COVID-19 world for people who menstruate | Devex

  What the hell is the matter with you? https://t.co/HBqRhE1y0G

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• Rethink Learning Summit Tickets, Mon, Jul 20, 2020 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite

  So honored to be among the fantastic educators presenting at the #RethinkLearningSummit on July 20-21. Please join me for two days of learning! Half my earnings will be donated to causes important to my BIPOC colleagues. Use my affiliate link to register:

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• No. Please no. White folx thinking The Help or The Blindside…

  No. Please no. White folx thinking The Help or The Blindside or To Kill a Mockingbird is the answer are still swimming in racist or non-racist ideas. We need to be antiracist. If you’re not sure why these narratives are harmful, start with Google. https:/

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• Audiobooks & Original Audio Shows – Get More from Audible

  I’m listening to Troublemakers on my Audible app. Try Audible and get it here: https://t.co/wQooIIJMwL. Late to this for sure. This book is fantastic. The points on removal and pulling weeds caused the workout to stop and just listen. Thank you ⁦@CarlaSha

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• I categorically and strongly disagree with ‘s threads about …

  I categorically and strongly disagree with @debreese’s threads about Rebecca Roanhorse’s Locus Award finalist nomination.

  I will say more in my blog post on A Year of Thursdays in 2 days: https://t.co/n6mihoMbWb
  https://t.co/tYh7BlUzil

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• UVA Implements Test-Optional Process for Students Applying for Fall 2021 Entry | UVA Today

  “UVA will review the data related to this new, test-optional cycle to inform potential, longer-term policy considerations in the future, and will decide by next spring whether to extend the pilot.”

  @UVaDeanJ I’m crying!!!!!!!!!! Yessssssssssssssssssssss

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• NCTE Presents – NCTE

  I’m excited to finally be able to tell you all that I will moderate a conversation with @DrIbram Kendi about his new book, Antiracist Baby, later this month! I hope early childhood educators (& all others) will seize the opportunity to challenge your

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• The Hero of Numbani: Overwatch's first young adult novel is a must-read for fans | Dot Esports

  @thereadingzone A friend wrote this review and I know you have a ton of books for the classroom already but if you’re looking for a video game tie-in that’s not bad, I thought I’d pass this along: https://t.co/bfy3TG5xIZ

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• Justice in June – Google Docs

  In case you missed it, this is an actual SYLLABUS of how to continue your anti-racism work. Day by day, with options for anywhere from 10-45 minutes a day. No more excuses. Here’s the (start of the) required reading and watching. Send this to your friends

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• Today’s online theater list includes Shakespeare in the Park…

  Today’s online theater list includes Shakespeare in the Park’s excellent Much Ado About Nothing, with Danielle Brooks and Grantham Coleman: https://t.co/OtL5XIPl73 https://t.co/G2V8rvtaO5

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• With so many people now ordering books about racism and whit…

  With so many people now ordering books about racism and whiteness, order from one of these Black-owned bookstores (threaded).

  @brainlairbooks founded and run by Kathy Burnette (@thebrainlair) and dedicate to inclusive representation.

  https://t.co/7MZbA3

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• Bryan Stevenson on the Frustration Behind the George Floyd Protests | The New Yorker

  New Interview: I talked to Equal Justice Initiative founder Bryan Stevenson about the roots of police violence in both slavery and Jim Crow, how to change the culture of policing, and whether demonstrators should be pushing a specific agenda. https://t.co
  Wise words from Bryan Stevenson. His powerful book Just Mercy belongs in every classroom. https://t.co/K4oKBoPFwU

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• MCVSD Heroes – HTHS Alumni Tribute During COVID-19 – YouTube

  A beautiful tribute to the @HighTechHS alumni who are serving our communities during this unprecedented time! Thank you for showcasing their efforts @Ms_BaBBiN @thereadingzone! @cford @MeganLabas @CareerTechNJ
  #MCVSDStrong
  https://t.co/TwfWiVr2xI

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• How you can help starting today.

  How you can help #BLM starting today. https://t.co/FkL1Dgn1CU

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• Dear Govenor Murphy 05302020.pdf – Google Drive

  NJ Class of 2020 is frustrated with the lack of a plan for in-person graduation. Wise leaders refuse to promise students anything they might have to take back. I wrote @GovMurphy today asking for control to be restored to District Admin and Local BOE’s

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• I’m seeing lots of recs of books about a…

  I’m seeing lots of recs of books about antiracism.

  tags: Boston twitter

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