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𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. @merewhaley

π’žπ’½π“‡π’Ύπ“ˆπ“‰ πΉπ‘œπ“π“π‘œπ“Œπ‘’π“‡,πŸ‘¨πŸΌβ€πŸš’π–π’πŸπž, 𝑀❁𝓉𝒽𝑒𝓇 𝕠𝕗 𝑀𝒢𝒸𝓀𝑒𝓃𝓏𝒾𝑒 & 𝑅𝑒𝑒𝒹, Assistant Principal for Knox County Schools ᴋɴᴏxα΄ ΙͺΚŸΚŸα΄‡, α΄›Ι΄ Joined March 2009
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𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. retweeted
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𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐑𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson

11 months ago

To Every Teacher About to Begin Again… There’s something sacred about this time of year. The world doesn’t pause for itβ€”but we do. We tidy up rooms, rework bulletin boards, restock our desk drawers with things no one else even notices… all for the sake of what’s coming. And what’s coming isn’t just studentsβ€”it’s opportunity. It’s impact. It’s legacy. And whether you feel ready or not, you’re about to become part of someone’s story again. It might not be obvious at first. The kid who won’t look up. The one who sighs every time you speak. The one who walks in carrying a world you’ll never fully understand. But here’s the truth: your consistency will matter more than your content. Your tone will matter more than your title. And your presence will matter more than your perfection ever could. Every year, I remind teachers of this: You are not the system. You are the exception to it. You’re the one who turns test-takers into risk-takers. Who sees the child before the checklist. Who shows upβ€”even when it feels like no one notices you do. And if this year feels heavy, don’t forgetβ€”some kids are walking through your doors needing one adult to believe in them. Just one. Not because you have all the answers, but because you looked them in the eye and said, β€œI see something in you.” And meant it. That’s the kind of teaching that outlasts standards. The kind that can’t be measured… but will never be forgotten. So as you step into a new year, remember this: You don’t need to be perfect. Just present. You don’t need a magic lesson. Just a moment that makes a kid feel seen. You don’t need to save the world. Just reach the one in front of you. Because that’s how the world changes anyway. Thank youβ€”for everything you give to children who aren’t even your own. The world doesn’t thank you nearly enough. But I see you. And I’m grateful. Let’s go make it count. β€”Brad

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𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐑𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson

11 months ago

Recess isn’t a reward. It’s a reset. Kids aren’t just β€œburning energy.” They’re calming their nervous system. They’re learning how to breathe again. They’re letting go of the stress they can’t put into words. For some kids, running is therapy. Playing is regulation. Movement is medicine. Take that away, and don’t be surprised when the behavior gets worse, not better.

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𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. @merewhaley

a year ago

@KCSMathematics Happy Birthday Charlotte! She’s beautiful!

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𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. @merewhaley

a year ago

#beaproton

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𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. @merewhaley

a year ago

#CougarStrong

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𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. @merewhaley

a year ago

#bekind

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𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. @merewhaley

a year ago

𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. retweeted
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TCEA @TCEA

a year ago

Based on the meta-analysis of John Hattie. We need to be doing these 8 things in order to affect the deepest, most lasting #learning. buff.ly/41cQgqW via @MrRondot #edutwitter #learning #k12

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𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. @merewhaley

a year ago

Fantastic Facilitator πŸ“šKristaπŸ“š + @CopperRidge1 Rock⭐️ Teachers + @KnoxSchools Literacy Vision + TN ESGs + Data = Powerful Lesson Preparation PLCs πŸ’šπŸ’šπŸ’š#CougarStrong #Region4 @adpark3737 @CWhite_KCS @erinphillipstn @TNedu @the_rkdub @shawnsmith85

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𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. @merewhaley

a year ago

@CopperRidge1 anticipating another Snow Day starring @bigredmom and crew! #CougarStrong πŸ’šπŸ’›πŸ’šπŸ’› @KnoxSchools

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𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. @merewhaley

2 years ago

@KnoxSchools Congrats Nate! This honor is well deserved! He is doing great things for @KnoxSchools in Region 2! PS. Ask him for a πŸ“– recommendation! He’s an avid reader. #ReadersAreLeaders

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𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. @merewhaley

2 years ago

@KnoxSocStudies and her dept do truly incredible things! πŸ“£ Shout out to Kristin Risdahl, #Region4 Social Studies Facilitator! She is a ⭐️! Her πŸ’› for all things SS shines through in everything she does! Her influence is making an impact @CopperRidge1! @CWhite_KCS @adpark3737

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Knox County Schools @KnoxSchools

2 years ago

Congratulations to the KCS Social Studies Department for earning the Tennessee Financial Literacy Commission's Platinum Leadership Award for their work in empowering elementary students with essential financial skills! πŸ† Read more on Hall Pass: bit.ly/3UtdYwe

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𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. @merewhaley

2 years ago

@CopperRidge1 Grandfriends Day 2024 was a success! πŸ’šπŸ’šπŸ’š 🎢 Shout out to our Music Teacher, Ms. Binkley, for preparing our kids! 🎨 Check out the beautiful backdrop our Art Teacher, Mrs. Kindrick, painted for photos! #cougarstrong #Region4 @CWhite_KCS @adpark3737 @shawnsmith85

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𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. @merewhaley

2 years ago

@CheriReznicek @GladiatorGlover @DrCooperTeaches @Nicole_Resmondo I🩷🩷🩷this! @KCSScience

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𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. @merewhaley

2 years ago

I 🩷🩷🩷 this! #talkmath #buildingthinkingclassrooms @MathFriendAnne @KCSMathematics @HolmesShayna @pgliljedahl

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Tammy McMorrow @TammyMcMorrow

2 years ago

This elementary #thinkingclassroom officially has some co-created math norms. @pgliljedahl

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𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. @merewhaley

2 years ago

Lead by example.

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edutopia @edutopia

2 years ago

𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. retweeted
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Impact @ImpactWales

2 years ago

NEW - Retrieval Practice is one of the most well replicated learning strategies from research. BUT, which type of quizzing is best for which level of expertise? Check out our sketchnote to see our suggestions. For teacher professional learning informed by research, contact us [email protected]

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Brad Weinstein @WeinsteinEdu

2 years ago

Important reminder! πŸ™Œ

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𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐭𝐑 π–π‘πšπ₯𝐞𝐲, 𝐄𝐝.𝐒. @merewhaley

2 years ago

It’s always a great day of learning @CopperRidge1 when the incomparable Krista Lee leads our PLCs. Lesson Internalization + Intellectual Preparation = Strong Tier 1 Instruction. #cougarstrong #Region4 #accessforall @erinphillipstn @CWhite_KCS @adpark3737 @shawnsmith85

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