Steve "It's TAY-tro" Tetreault
@drtlovesbooks.bsky.social
This is my personal account for personal thoughts. School Libraries are the cure for what ails education! | M.Ed., Ed.D., M.I. | 25 yr vet Tchr | he/him | Lots o' SLMS stuff @ http://SchoolLibLearning.net
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1) We stopped feeling obliged to travel to family - all the travel & sleeping on futons changed the long weekend into a stress test.
2) Chicken instead of turkey. No more dry leftovers for weeks!
3) Slowly rolled back all the sides to just the stuff we really like. No more multi-days of prep.
2) Chicken instead of turkey. No more dry leftovers for weeks!
3) Slowly rolled back all the sides to just the stuff we really like. No more multi-days of prep.
Actually in the spirit of this conversation, what’s a decision you made about a past Thanksgiving holiday that really paid off? I think people often feel trapped by their lives. Sharing our experiences can liberate us from that sense of claustrophobia.
On the most recent episode of VIBE CHECK, we answer listener questions about Thanksgiving, most importantly “do you go celebrate with the family members you don’t even like?”
November 25, 2025 at 10:14 AM
1) We stopped feeling obliged to travel to family - all the travel & sleeping on futons changed the long weekend into a stress test.
2) Chicken instead of turkey. No more dry leftovers for weeks!
3) Slowly rolled back all the sides to just the stuff we really like. No more multi-days of prep.
2) Chicken instead of turkey. No more dry leftovers for weeks!
3) Slowly rolled back all the sides to just the stuff we really like. No more multi-days of prep.
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Also, my family has never done the full turkey + fixings spread. No one likes doing it, and no one really likes eating it.
We make lasagna every year. Everyone likes it, and you can prep it in advance. There are leftovers for days.
We make lasagna every year. Everyone likes it, and you can prep it in advance. There are leftovers for days.
Actually in the spirit of this conversation, what’s a decision you made about a past Thanksgiving holiday that really paid off? I think people often feel trapped by their lives. Sharing our experiences can liberate us from that sense of claustrophobia.
On the most recent episode of VIBE CHECK, we answer listener questions about Thanksgiving, most importantly “do you go celebrate with the family members you don’t even like?”
November 23, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Also, my family has never done the full turkey + fixings spread. No one likes doing it, and no one really likes eating it.
We make lasagna every year. Everyone likes it, and you can prep it in advance. There are leftovers for days.
We make lasagna every year. Everyone likes it, and you can prep it in advance. There are leftovers for days.
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To not host all of the family at the same time (for any holiday) and to not drag Mom with declining cognitive abilities away from her safe place & routines. Too many people is overwhelming.
We honor her needs over other's wants.
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We honor her needs over other's wants.
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Actually in the spirit of this conversation, what’s a decision you made about a past Thanksgiving holiday that really paid off? I think people often feel trapped by their lives. Sharing our experiences can liberate us from that sense of claustrophobia.
On the most recent episode of VIBE CHECK, we answer listener questions about Thanksgiving, most importantly “do you go celebrate with the family members you don’t even like?”
November 23, 2025 at 9:35 PM
To not host all of the family at the same time (for any holiday) and to not drag Mom with declining cognitive abilities away from her safe place & routines. Too many people is overwhelming.
We honor her needs over other's wants.
1/
We honor her needs over other's wants.
1/
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If you live in #Arizona, I hope you will submit the @sosarizona.org one-click message to the AZ State Board of Education to ask them to vote "NO!" Our students/educators/families need #equity #diversity #inclusion to succeed. Stop the nonsense! sosarizona.org/stop-DEI-ove...
November 23, 2025 at 11:42 PM
If you live in #Arizona, I hope you will submit the @sosarizona.org one-click message to the AZ State Board of Education to ask them to vote "NO!" Our students/educators/families need #equity #diversity #inclusion to succeed. Stop the nonsense! sosarizona.org/stop-DEI-ove...
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A US District Court Judge has issued a permanent injunction in the lawsuit brought by 21 state attorneys general against the Trump administration for dismantling the Institute of Museum and Library Services. This means the IMLS cannot be further harmed.
bookriot.com/21-attorney-...
bookriot.com/21-attorney-...
A Major Court Win for IMLS, Libraries
Trump and his administration are barred from dismantling the Institute of Museum and Library Services, thanks to a judge's ruling.
bookriot.com
November 24, 2025 at 1:15 PM
A US District Court Judge has issued a permanent injunction in the lawsuit brought by 21 state attorneys general against the Trump administration for dismantling the Institute of Museum and Library Services. This means the IMLS cannot be further harmed.
bookriot.com/21-attorney-...
bookriot.com/21-attorney-...
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In theory, a good idea.
In practice, that removes the biggest promise of PUBLIC libraries, which is that the public funds them and they remain free and democratic. A billionaire paying for libraries is a billionaire owning the library and dictating what it does or does not do.
We need PUBLIC $$$.
In practice, that removes the biggest promise of PUBLIC libraries, which is that the public funds them and they remain free and democratic. A billionaire paying for libraries is a billionaire owning the library and dictating what it does or does not do.
We need PUBLIC $$$.
Jfc can’t a billionaire fund the fucking libraries?
Mark Cuban? Elon Musk?
Mark Cuban? Elon Musk?
November 24, 2025 at 2:01 PM
In theory, a good idea.
In practice, that removes the biggest promise of PUBLIC libraries, which is that the public funds them and they remain free and democratic. A billionaire paying for libraries is a billionaire owning the library and dictating what it does or does not do.
We need PUBLIC $$$.
In practice, that removes the biggest promise of PUBLIC libraries, which is that the public funds them and they remain free and democratic. A billionaire paying for libraries is a billionaire owning the library and dictating what it does or does not do.
We need PUBLIC $$$.
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Step 1: Sign up for a FREE library card at your local library today.
Step 2: Enter a world of possibilities.
Step 3: Share some of the library joy that is sure to come.
Step 2: Enter a world of possibilities.
Step 3: Share some of the library joy that is sure to come.
fry from futurama says " and it 's all thanks to the books at my local library .. "
ALT: fry from futurama says " and it 's all thanks to the books at my local library .. "
media.tenor.com
November 24, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Step 1: Sign up for a FREE library card at your local library today.
Step 2: Enter a world of possibilities.
Step 3: Share some of the library joy that is sure to come.
Step 2: Enter a world of possibilities.
Step 3: Share some of the library joy that is sure to come.
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It's not just laws about books that are breaking libraries. Several states have passed property tax reforms–or are in the process of passing them–that are dismantling, destroying, and defunding these public institutions of democracy.
buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
It's Not Just Laws About Books Breaking Libraries. It's Also New Tax Reforms.
Two states have passed property tax cuts that are directly impacting public libraries. Expect to see this happen more.
buttondown.com
November 24, 2025 at 3:16 PM
It's not just laws about books that are breaking libraries. Several states have passed property tax reforms–or are in the process of passing them–that are dismantling, destroying, and defunding these public institutions of democracy.
buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
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This is Scotchy. He is here to collect the belly rub toll. Would like to remind you that failing to pay results in a fine of even more belly rubs. 12/10 (TT: scotchythedoxie)
November 24, 2025 at 5:37 PM
This is Scotchy. He is here to collect the belly rub toll. Would like to remind you that failing to pay results in a fine of even more belly rubs. 12/10 (TT: scotchythedoxie)
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Did New York Public Library end their free banned books program? Anyone at NYPL know? Seems like it, based on this (& that there hasn't been a new title in 5 months..): www.nypl.org/blog/2023/09...
www.nypl.org
November 24, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Did New York Public Library end their free banned books program? Anyone at NYPL know? Seems like it, based on this (& that there hasn't been a new title in 5 months..): www.nypl.org/blog/2023/09...
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This is Teena. She has heard your cotton ball jokes and is not impressed. 12/10 (IG: bichon_punta)
November 24, 2025 at 8:07 PM
This is Teena. She has heard your cotton ball jokes and is not impressed. 12/10 (IG: bichon_punta)
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Two things that I think would be beneficial to track in our current library attacks/book censorship era that I do not have capacity to do and suspect others who've been doing this for years don't, either.
1. Canadian library budget cuts. There are a LOT.
2. Libraries banning ALA membership.
1. Canadian library budget cuts. There are a LOT.
2. Libraries banning ALA membership.
November 25, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Two things that I think would be beneficial to track in our current library attacks/book censorship era that I do not have capacity to do and suspect others who've been doing this for years don't, either.
1. Canadian library budget cuts. There are a LOT.
2. Libraries banning ALA membership.
1. Canadian library budget cuts. There are a LOT.
2. Libraries banning ALA membership.
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Some good news: Massachusetts Senate is working on a bill to prevent #bookbans! #TLSky #EduSky, pls make time to read the 11/21/25 @ifrt-ala.bsky.social #IntellectualFreedom News: #censorship, #1stAmendment /civil rights, academic freedom/student speech, legislation. www.oif.ala.org/intellectual...
Intellectual Freedom News 11/21/2025
ALA actively advocates and educates in defense of intellectual freedom—the rights of library users to read, seek information, and speak freely as guaranteed by the First Amendment. Intellectual freedo...
www.oif.ala.org
November 25, 2025 at 1:16 AM
Some good news: Massachusetts Senate is working on a bill to prevent #bookbans! #TLSky #EduSky, pls make time to read the 11/21/25 @ifrt-ala.bsky.social #IntellectualFreedom News: #censorship, #1stAmendment /civil rights, academic freedom/student speech, legislation. www.oif.ala.org/intellectual...
I Just Want to Make Love to You - Foghat | The Midnight Special
YouTube video by The Midnight Special
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November 24, 2025 at 9:56 AM
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Three states have anti-book ban bills on deck coming into 2026. Here's what those bills look like, how to get involved, and what the advocates behind the recently-passed freedom to read bill in Rhode Island learned through the process.
bookriot.com/right-to-rea...
bookriot.com/right-to-rea...
What To Know & How to Help Pass Three State-Level Anti-Book Ban Bills for 2026: Book Censorship News, November 21, 2025
Three states have anti-book ban bills on deck for 2026. Here's what they are, why they matter, and how you can get involved in their passage.
bookriot.com
November 23, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Three states have anti-book ban bills on deck coming into 2026. Here's what those bills look like, how to get involved, and what the advocates behind the recently-passed freedom to read bill in Rhode Island learned through the process.
bookriot.com/right-to-rea...
bookriot.com/right-to-rea...
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Always interested to learn what other #librarians think of #audiobooks. #librarian #library www.nytimes.com/2025/11/23/o...
Opinion | Do Audiobooks Count as Reading?
www.nytimes.com
November 23, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Always interested to learn what other #librarians think of #audiobooks. #librarian #library www.nytimes.com/2025/11/23/o...
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November 22, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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#tlchat #TLSky #EduSky
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This is a don't miss!
Did you miss the AMAZING AppSmash Bash Pajama PD, friends?
Guess what? 🥳 You can still sign up to watch the replays for your chance to win the comfiest AppSmash Bash pajama pants!
With @bookcreator.com, Kami, WeWillWrite, and more.
Sign up here today ➡️ buff.ly/F1PwsvO
#tlchat #TLSky #EduSky
Guess what? 🥳 You can still sign up to watch the replays for your chance to win the comfiest AppSmash Bash pajama pants!
With @bookcreator.com, Kami, WeWillWrite, and more.
Sign up here today ➡️ buff.ly/F1PwsvO
#tlchat #TLSky #EduSky
November 23, 2025 at 4:11 AM
This is a don't miss!
I Just Want To Make Love To You
YouTube video by Etta James - Topic
youtu.be
November 23, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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BIG NOPE
OpenAI’s new ChatGPT for Teachers—featured in CNBC—could be a game-changer for K–12 schools. 💻 Designed to support lesson planning, admin tasks, and personalized learning, the educator-focused tools aim to make AI more accessible and secure for classrooms:
OpenAI rolls out 'ChatGPT for Teachers' for K-12 educators and districts
ChatGPT for Teachers will be free to K-12 educators in the U.S. through June 2027
buff.ly
November 22, 2025 at 10:55 PM
BIG NOPE
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No. Are we OK for Google to be ’by default’ using all school email and Workspace data as training data for Gemini?
www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/20...
www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/20...
[Correction] Gmail can read your emails and attachments to power "smart features"
Did you know that Gmail can use your emails and attachments for its smart features? Here's how to check your settings.
www.malwarebytes.com
November 22, 2025 at 11:17 PM
No. Are we OK for Google to be ’by default’ using all school email and Workspace data as training data for Gemini?
www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/20...
www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/20...
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Are we really at a stage in public education where we consider it OK to have literally Google-branded schoolchildren whose learner identities are tied to being "responsible AI" users of private for-profit technologies?
November 22, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Are we really at a stage in public education where we consider it OK to have literally Google-branded schoolchildren whose learner identities are tied to being "responsible AI" users of private for-profit technologies?
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Feeling queasy now I've learned that Google is not only now offering Gemini ambassador certificates to teachers but also awarding students and *children* to be corporate AI mascots. Coercive normalization of commercialized digital education. blog.google/outreach-ini...
November 22, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Feeling queasy now I've learned that Google is not only now offering Gemini ambassador certificates to teachers but also awarding students and *children* to be corporate AI mascots. Coercive normalization of commercialized digital education. blog.google/outreach-ini...
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Even worse -- it's a pyramid scheme. Once you get these certifications, you can aspire to "Join a community of Education Champions." Seems like in-house promotion is an essential part of AI EdTech paradigm. Also seems like a cult.
November 22, 2025 at 11:19 PM
Even worse -- it's a pyramid scheme. Once you get these certifications, you can aspire to "Join a community of Education Champions." Seems like in-house promotion is an essential part of AI EdTech paradigm. Also seems like a cult.