Kimberly Porter Ed.S.
@kdporter09.bsky.social
Aspiring public school administrator/Instructional Tech Coach, HS SS Teacher for 19 years in Norfolk, VA, Love Snoopy; Mom, Wife, Daughter and Sister https://tinyurl.com/Kporterteachtechtransform
Back to reality… have to get lesson plans ready for Monday! #socialstudiesteacher #highschoolteacher #newyear
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January 2, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Back to reality… have to get lesson plans ready for Monday! #socialstudiesteacher #highschoolteacher #newyear
No but they would vote to give themselves a raise. #boredteachers
January 2, 2026 at 6:47 PM
No but they would vote to give themselves a raise. #boredteachers
As we welcome the new year, I’m reminded—especially as a history teacher—that 2026 marks the 250th birthday of our nation. It’s a meaningful milestone, one that invites us to reflect on our past, consider the lessons it offers, and think carefully about the future we are shaping. #2026happynewyear
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January 1, 2026 at 4:32 PM
As we welcome the new year, I’m reminded—especially as a history teacher—that 2026 marks the 250th birthday of our nation. It’s a meaningful milestone, one that invites us to reflect on our past, consider the lessons it offers, and think carefully about the future we are shaping. #2026happynewyear
One of four AP Psych classes EBQs graded. I wish there was an easier non time consuming way. My students are improving with their writing though! #APpsychology #goingcrosseyed #EBQs
December 30, 2025 at 9:17 PM
One of four AP Psych classes EBQs graded. I wish there was an easier non time consuming way. My students are improving with their writing though! #APpsychology #goingcrosseyed #EBQs
I love “Winter Break.” As a teacher, I can take time and read books I want to read for pleasure. Meaning I can finish the first book and get the second one read before going back to work. 🥰📖 #history #localparanormal #Folklore #Tidewaterregion #reading4fun
December 30, 2025 at 12:33 AM
I love “Winter Break.” As a teacher, I can take time and read books I want to read for pleasure. Meaning I can finish the first book and get the second one read before going back to work. 🥰📖 #history #localparanormal #Folklore #Tidewaterregion #reading4fun
My girls now has “The Never Ending Story” theme in their heads. Thanks #StrangerThings. Now I have to show them the movies. #neverendingstory
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December 29, 2025 at 12:19 AM
My girls now has “The Never Ending Story” theme in their heads. Thanks #StrangerThings. Now I have to show them the movies. #neverendingstory
Do teachers sometimes sound like a broken record?
If I say it louder… will students learn it better?
#teaching #teacherthoughts #highschool
If I say it louder… will students learn it better?
#teaching #teacherthoughts #highschool
December 28, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Do teachers sometimes sound like a broken record?
If I say it louder… will students learn it better?
#teaching #teacherthoughts #highschool
If I say it louder… will students learn it better?
#teaching #teacherthoughts #highschool
My end-of-the-year posting. I wanted to share and let people know they are not alone if they feel the same. Something short and thought-provoking. #Endofyearblues #Christmas2025 #hopefaithlove #Family #lookingforward #NewYear2026 open.substack.com/pub/kdporter...
December 28, 2025 at 12:12 AM
My end-of-the-year posting. I wanted to share and let people know they are not alone if they feel the same. Something short and thought-provoking. #Endofyearblues #Christmas2025 #hopefaithlove #Family #lookingforward #NewYear2026 open.substack.com/pub/kdporter...
Best gift! From my girls #Snoopy #buildabear
December 24, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Best gift! From my girls #Snoopy #buildabear
So I received an email today saying my proposals for the district professional development in January was approved. I’m excited but nervous! #professionaldevelopment #leadership #rubricdesign #AI #socialstudies #instructionaltechnology
December 6, 2025 at 12:18 AM
So I received an email today saying my proposals for the district professional development in January was approved. I’m excited but nervous! #professionaldevelopment #leadership #rubricdesign #AI #socialstudies #instructionaltechnology
Happy Thanksgiving to all! Currently watching the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade. #macysthanksgivingdayparade
November 27, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Happy Thanksgiving to all! Currently watching the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade. #macysthanksgivingdayparade
I guess I have become too indolent in my duties at school. Time to reprioritize. #highschoolteacher
November 25, 2025 at 1:44 PM
I guess I have become too indolent in my duties at school. Time to reprioritize. #highschoolteacher
With grad school, family events, and school programs I got a little behind in my grading. I to play catchup I uploaded my rubric and had AI grade them. Of course I still went through and double check. Can’t trust AI 100%. #forthewin #teacherandgradstudent #whatdidigetmyselfin
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November 18, 2025 at 8:32 PM
With grad school, family events, and school programs I got a little behind in my grading. I to play catchup I uploaded my rubric and had AI grade them. Of course I still went through and double check. Can’t trust AI 100%. #forthewin #teacherandgradstudent #whatdidigetmyselfin
This made my morning!!!! A student did this for me yesterday after school. I also had a couple of students come check on me this morning, making sure all is well. #highschoolteacher #socialstudies #APPsychology #theycare #teachermom #gradstudent
November 7, 2025 at 4:48 PM
This made my morning!!!! A student did this for me yesterday after school. I also had a couple of students come check on me this morning, making sure all is well. #highschoolteacher #socialstudies #APPsychology #theycare #teachermom #gradstudent
Life of a teacher and a mom! Told my HS students I wasn't coming in today because my young one was sick. The students are sending me messages that they hope she gets better soon. #highschoolteacher #socialstudies
October 21, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Life of a teacher and a mom! Told my HS students I wasn't coming in today because my young one was sick. The students are sending me messages that they hope she gets better soon. #highschoolteacher #socialstudies
I know this is the first course at Regent University for my graduate program, and it was a pass/no pass course. But I wanted to share that I passed!!!
Can't wait to tell my students tomorrow. They are rooting for me as I root for them. #gradstudent #Highschoolteacher #aspiringadmin #regentuniversity
Can't wait to tell my students tomorrow. They are rooting for me as I root for them. #gradstudent #Highschoolteacher #aspiringadmin #regentuniversity
October 16, 2025 at 9:41 PM
I know this is the first course at Regent University for my graduate program, and it was a pass/no pass course. But I wanted to share that I passed!!!
Can't wait to tell my students tomorrow. They are rooting for me as I root for them. #gradstudent #Highschoolteacher #aspiringadmin #regentuniversity
Can't wait to tell my students tomorrow. They are rooting for me as I root for them. #gradstudent #Highschoolteacher #aspiringadmin #regentuniversity
Feeling anxious this morning… I took the day off to finish recovering and take Mom to the doctor. Now, my district is virtual due to the Nor’easter. I feel like I should be working but I already submitted the “ticket.” Contacted my Principal but no response. So many emails! #anxious #virtual
October 13, 2025 at 11:42 AM
My #appsychology students had fun creating them. We then used Zombie scenarios to describe the functions of the brains. #happyteachermoment #playdohforthewin #highschoolteacher #socialstudiesteacher
October 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
My #appsychology students had fun creating them. We then used Zombie scenarios to describe the functions of the brains. #happyteachermoment #playdohforthewin #highschoolteacher #socialstudiesteacher
Here is my new blog post! open.substack.com/pub/kdporter...
Time Flies When You’re Busy!
So much has happened lately between school, work, and life in general.
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October 4, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Here is my new blog post! open.substack.com/pub/kdporter...
I just love this! I’ve been stressed lately with everything going on that this was what I needed to read. #ApPsych #MauryCommodores #blessedteacher
October 1, 2025 at 10:35 AM
I just love this! I’ve been stressed lately with everything going on that this was what I needed to read. #ApPsych #MauryCommodores #blessedteacher
It’s funny because we’re both teachers!
September 9, 2025 at 10:36 PM
It’s funny because we’re both teachers!
Working on my course work after a long day of teaching. Plus continuing to fight a migraine. #teacherandstudent #RegentRoyals #RegentUniversity
September 9, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Working on my course work after a long day of teaching. Plus continuing to fight a migraine. #teacherandstudent #RegentRoyals #RegentUniversity
Help me give my students the brain food they need to keep engaged in the classroom. Sometimes the simplest tools can make the biggest difference in the classroom. #brainfood #socialstudies #APPsychology #highschoolteacher #MauryCommodores #secondaryeducation
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Brain Food!, a project from Mrs. Porter
Help me give my students the brain food they need to keep engaged in the classroom. Sometimes the simplest tools can make the biggest difference in the classroom. Snacks may seem like a small thing...
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September 7, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Help me give my students the brain food they need to keep engaged in the classroom. Sometimes the simplest tools can make the biggest difference in the classroom. #brainfood #socialstudies #APPsychology #highschoolteacher #MauryCommodores #secondaryeducation
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So I have this pendant up in my room and I had a student asked me today about Virginia Wesleyan. I told him that when I went to Virginia Wesleyan I enjoyed my time there made friendships that I still connected even met my husband there. But sadly, it is changing the name starting July 1, 2026.
September 3, 2025 at 7:41 PM
So I have this pendant up in my room and I had a student asked me today about Virginia Wesleyan. I told him that when I went to Virginia Wesleyan I enjoyed my time there made friendships that I still connected even met my husband there. But sadly, it is changing the name starting July 1, 2026.
Excited to be apart of MagicSchool AI Pioneers Program! @magicschoolai.bsky.social #magicschoolaipioneersprogram #socialstudies #edtech #technologyintheclassroom #aiineducation
September 1, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Excited to be apart of MagicSchool AI Pioneers Program! @magicschoolai.bsky.social #magicschoolaipioneersprogram #socialstudies #edtech #technologyintheclassroom #aiineducation