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Cris Tovani
@ctovani.bsky.social
Author, secondary literacy teacher, lover of democracy, and humanitarian.
@bsky.app We sometimes give up on kids because they seem too angry, apathetic, or lazy.

These behaviors in the classroom are often masks of disengagement and can be removed with planning and literacy strategies.

Want to know more?

Grab your copy here:
www.amazon.com/Why-Have-Rea...
October 29, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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NO KINGS SouthGlenn Centennial · Indivisible
**In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.** Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Bo...
www.mobilize.us
October 18, 2025 at 1:01 PM
For teachers heading to summer vacation, what’s something fun you will do?
May 22, 2025 at 3:11 AM
As a secondary teacher, do you care more about kids learning your content or becoming better readers? And would you support working toward both these goals?
May 8, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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Winner
April 20, 2025 at 1:42 AM
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BREAKING -- TRUMP AND REPUBLICANS IN A PANIC

Trump and Mike Johnson are so scared of losing Elise Stefanik's supposedly R+20 seat in the House that Trump has suddenly PULLED her nomination to be US ambassador to the UN

Likely means the internal GOP polling was TERRIBLE
March 28, 2025 at 1:58 AM
Dumb leading the dumb.
The House just formed a ‘Declassification Task Force.’ Here are the members.
February 19, 2025 at 1:38 AM
Thank you @drtharris.bsky.social and @ktkelly.bsky.social for making me smarter. #ccira was awesome.
Friendships to cherish♥️ Grateful I got to sneak away and spend QT with @ctovani.bsky.social and Katie Kelly♥️ #CCIRA
February 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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CCIRA 2025 - Ready, set, go! ❤️‍🔥

From Lecture to Workshop: Harnessing English Language Arts and Social Sciences to Do Real Work in the World

Come learn with us Friday, 2/7:
➡️session 221 (10:15-11:45 @ Grand Ballroom 4) &
➡️session 291 (2:00-3:30 @ Colorado Ballroom 1)

@ctovani.bsky.social
February 6, 2025 at 2:23 PM
#ccira2025 Listening to @drtharris.bsky.social What an amazing storyteller! She tells stories that teach and help us to think about,
“What can I do next to be a better human and educator?”
February 6, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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Keep your eyes on Jack Schlossberg.

He's without a doubt, the best Kennedy warrior to keep the heat on RFK, Jr., the biggest embarrassment to the family.

He's just not going to let RFK, Jr. get away with anything.
November 18, 2024 at 8:36 PM
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What an honor to present at this year's CCIRA conference (link below)! I will be presenting on a panel with my friends and colleagues, @ctovani.bsky.social, Heather Roberts, Tom Bateson, & Wendy Bunker.

Join us for Sessions 221 & 291 on Friday, 2/7/25, from 10:15-11:45 and 2:00-330.
January 28, 2025 at 8:49 AM
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If not for Migrant Farm workers, we would not have food on our tables. Fruits and vegetables are rotting on the vines because they are in fear deportation.

And yes, this will affect you and your wallet!

Prices will soar!
#TrumpFlation
January 28, 2025 at 6:49 AM
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Outstanding speakers at #ccira25: Dr. Katie Kelly, @whitneylarocca.bsky.social, @learningleech.bsky.social, Gretchen Schroeder, @plthomasedd.bsky.social, @ctovani.bsky.social, @andreaywang.bsky.social + many more. February 6-8, 2025. Register today at ccira.org - Come join us in Denver!
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January 24, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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This is my plan for the new year🫶🏻
January 1, 2025 at 12:44 AM
A worm in his brain. The bear in Central Park. Heroin helped him read better. Can you imagine the things RFK Jr has done that he hasn’t shared?
December 27, 2024 at 10:52 PM
What an awesome thing to do!
A favorite activity this time of year:

Sending out holiday cards to family of my teachers. They included a picture of that teacher in action, supporting their student(s).

So affirming of their choice as a professional, and of public education in general.
December 21, 2024 at 7:11 PM
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#schoolutionspodcast S4 E15 BONUS: Coaching, Teaching, & Classroom Management Strategies Sparked From My Conversation with Stephanie Leavell (❤️ Olivia Wahl)

🎧 Listen: www.buzzsprout.com/1890886/epis...
📺 Watch: youtu.be/ZR4KC13urQo
December 20, 2024 at 10:27 AM
To all teachers-wishing you a relaxing break. You’ve earned it.
December 21, 2024 at 2:04 AM
Abercrombie meets vintage.
December 17, 2024 at 1:32 AM
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If you ask me, this would have been a much better choice for Time’s Person of the Year.
December 14, 2024 at 12:20 AM
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I heard RFK Jr. is floating the banning of the polio vaccine so seems like a good time to remind folks that RFK Jr. was vaccinated with this same vaccine & therefore is at no risk of harm himself

Kinda like when he publicly was against the covid vaccine yet privately required his guests to have it🙃
December 14, 2024 at 2:21 AM
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It’s that simple.
Mr Rather, we appreciate you more than you will EVER know. #ChuckandJim #DanRather
December 14, 2024 at 2:35 AM