Starr Sackstein, (she/her)
@mssackstein.bsky.social
Reimagining education, COO, Ed Rising, PDK distinguished fellow, Career Confidential columnist, advocate, lifelong learner, assessment nerd, author, mom, partner, animal enthusiast- amplifying voices of all learners.
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You can learn more at Mssackstein.com
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CAfLN members, register for tomorrow’s virtual convo at 5PT/8ET and we’ll be chatting about how to nurture safe classroom spaces where AfL will thrive. No prep needed. Visit www.cafln.ca/events to receive the link.Not a member? Visit the website to join the network (& convos like these) #EduSky
November 3, 2025 at 12:12 AM
CAfLN members, register for tomorrow’s virtual convo at 5PT/8ET and we’ll be chatting about how to nurture safe classroom spaces where AfL will thrive. No prep needed. Visit www.cafln.ca/events to receive the link.Not a member? Visit the website to join the network (& convos like these) #EduSky
My latest Career Confidential Column has posted. It's all about #clarity #edusky #learningtargets #successcriteria
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Use learning targets for classroom clarity - Kappan Online
Career Confidential columnist Starr Sackstein advises an instructional coach on how to help teachers use learning targets.
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October 24, 2025 at 3:19 PM
My latest Career Confidential Column has posted. It's all about #clarity #edusky #learningtargets #successcriteria
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"It’s not enough just to tell students the standard or place it on an assignment sheet. Students must be able to internalize it."
from Hacking Assessment
by @mssackstein.bsky.social
from Hacking Assessment
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October 14, 2025 at 2:50 PM
"It’s not enough just to tell students the standard or place it on an assignment sheet. Students must be able to internalize it."
from Hacking Assessment
by @mssackstein.bsky.social
from Hacking Assessment
by @mssackstein.bsky.social
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Can schools be used to defend support for democracy at a time of rising authoritarianism? (Hint: Not by subjecting students to traditional civics classes!) In the latest episode of Kohn's Zone, released today, I talk with an expert on this very topic, Joel Westheimer: www.alfiekohn.org/podcasts/
Podcast
The Work Of Alfie Kohn
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October 1, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Can schools be used to defend support for democracy at a time of rising authoritarianism? (Hint: Not by subjecting students to traditional civics classes!) In the latest episode of Kohn's Zone, released today, I talk with an expert on this very topic, Joel Westheimer: www.alfiekohn.org/podcasts/
Sometimes it takes everything to not feel like we are just one day ahead of our students when we are teaching a new subject. Here's some ideas on how to prepare. kappanonline.org/how-teachers...
How teachers can prepare to teach a new subject - Kappan Online
Columnist Starr Sackstein advises a teacher on how to prepare to teach a new subject with no experience in the subject.
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October 1, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Sometimes it takes everything to not feel like we are just one day ahead of our students when we are teaching a new subject. Here's some ideas on how to prepare. kappanonline.org/how-teachers...
Are you an educator? What are you currently struggling with in or out of the classroom? I'd love to help. I write a column called Career Confidential for the Kappan Magazine, and I'm always looking for challenges to give advice on (It's like Dear Abby for educators)
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Career Confidential Needs Your Help!
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September 23, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Are you an educator? What are you currently struggling with in or out of the classroom? I'd love to help. I write a column called Career Confidential for the Kappan Magazine, and I'm always looking for challenges to give advice on (It's like Dear Abby for educators)
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Delighted to have been able to chat with @mssackstein.bsky.social and @crystalfrommert.bsky.social about learning and using AI as a tool. #Edusky podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
Elaine Roberts teaches AI as a tool.
Podcast Episode · Learner-Centered Spaces · 09/21/2025 · 24m
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September 23, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Delighted to have been able to chat with @mssackstein.bsky.social and @crystalfrommert.bsky.social about learning and using AI as a tool. #Edusky podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
All Learners Can... mssackstein.com/so/4aPbeKPJb... #edusky
All Learners Can...
Let's partner to foster a culture of learning.
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September 20, 2025 at 7:07 PM
All Learners Can... mssackstein.com/so/4aPbeKPJb... #edusky
Proud to share this week's Career Confidential - Starting the new year right
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What do you do to ensure a successful start? #Edusky
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What do you do to ensure a successful start? #Edusky
Classroom teacher asks, “How can I ensure a successful start to the school year?” - Kappan Online
Career Confidential columnist Starr Sackstein advises a teacher who wants to create a welcoming classroom for students.
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September 2, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Proud to share this week's Career Confidential - Starting the new year right
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What do you do to ensure a successful start? #Edusky
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What do you do to ensure a successful start? #Edusky
Are you getting ready to interview for your first job in education? This could help!
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Do you have any tips you'd add for someone applying for their first teaching position?
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Do you have any tips you'd add for someone applying for their first teaching position?
How to prepare for your first teaching position interview - Kappan Online
Columnist Starr Sackstein gives advice on how new teachers can prepare for their first teaching position interviews.
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August 26, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Are you getting ready to interview for your first job in education? This could help!
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Do you have any tips you'd add for someone applying for their first teaching position?
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Do you have any tips you'd add for someone applying for their first teaching position?
Do you want to make an impact OUTSIDE the classroom? Check this out www.youtube.com/watch?v=tFr8...
Making an Impact Outside of the Classroom Book Review
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August 22, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Do you want to make an impact OUTSIDE the classroom? Check this out www.youtube.com/watch?v=tFr8...
Excited to share my latest column about how we can make new teachers feel welcome and supported - kappanonline.org/helping-new-...
How do you help new teachers?
How do you help new teachers?
Helping new teachers succeed - Kappan Online
When we invest in our new educators, we’re investing in our students, our school culture, and the future of our profession.
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August 20, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Excited to share my latest column about how we can make new teachers feel welcome and supported - kappanonline.org/helping-new-...
How do you help new teachers?
How do you help new teachers?
I'm so glad I saved emails like this from former students. On hard days, it is important to remember the impact of our work and that we are working with real people. Please don't stop doing what you do - #YouMatter
August 18, 2025 at 12:58 PM
I'm so glad I saved emails like this from former students. On hard days, it is important to remember the impact of our work and that we are working with real people. Please don't stop doing what you do - #YouMatter
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@mssackstein.bsky.social puts the learner at the center and promotes educator impact, AND she is available to work with you and your staff on a range of practical topics! Learn more at The Worthy Educator Speakers Bureau! www.theworthyeducator.com/featured-edu... #EduSky
August 12, 2025 at 5:15 PM
@mssackstein.bsky.social puts the learner at the center and promotes educator impact, AND she is available to work with you and your staff on a range of practical topics! Learn more at The Worthy Educator Speakers Bureau! www.theworthyeducator.com/featured-edu... #EduSky
Check out the latest Career Confidential about summer learning for educators... kappanonline.org/creative-sum...
Would you love to know what you enjoy most about summer learning? #edusky
Would you love to know what you enjoy most about summer learning? #edusky
Creative summer learning for teachers - Kappan Online
Career Confidential columnist Starr Sackstein offers ways for teacher to remain engaged in learning during the summer.
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August 11, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Check out the latest Career Confidential about summer learning for educators... kappanonline.org/creative-sum...
Would you love to know what you enjoy most about summer learning? #edusky
Would you love to know what you enjoy most about summer learning? #edusky
Check out my latest email chock-full of new blogs and information. I'm eager to be in conversation!
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August 7, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Check out my latest email chock-full of new blogs and information. I'm eager to be in conversation!
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View the latest #podcast episode with @mssackstein.bsky.social @danagoodier.bsky.social where we discuss #standardsbasedgrading #assessment
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"Out of the Trenches podcast episode #365: Starr Sackstein
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August 5, 2025 at 9:10 AM
View the latest #podcast episode with @mssackstein.bsky.social @danagoodier.bsky.social where we discuss #standardsbasedgrading #assessment
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I am excited to share my most recent Career Confidential Column in Kappan Magazine. This column supports a Superintendent trying to align his leaders around common goals. I hope you find it useful! I would love to hear your thoughts.
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Superintendent wants to align team and lead with purpose - Kappan Online
Career Confidential columnist Starr Sackstein advises a superintendent who wants to help his administrative team align.
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July 31, 2025 at 5:48 PM
I am excited to share my most recent Career Confidential Column in Kappan Magazine. This column supports a Superintendent trying to align his leaders around common goals. I hope you find it useful! I would love to hear your thoughts.
kappanonline.org/superintende... #EduSky
kappanonline.org/superintende... #EduSky
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Check out this #snippet from the latest #podcast episode with #speaker #author and #assessment enthusiast @mssackstein.bsky.social @danagoodier.bsky.social & listen to the full episode here: open.spotify.com/episode/1dP8...
July 31, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Check out this #snippet from the latest #podcast episode with #speaker #author and #assessment enthusiast @mssackstein.bsky.social @danagoodier.bsky.social & listen to the full episode here: open.spotify.com/episode/1dP8...
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Listen to the latest #podcast episode with @mssackstein.bsky.social @danagoodier.bsky.social as we talk about #standardsbased #grading, #assessments, #culturallyresponsiveteaching & more! outofthetrenches.podbean.com/e/episode-36...
Episode # 365: Starr Sackstein | The Out of the Trenches Podcast
Starr Sackstein is a recovering perfectionist who is an assessment reforming enthusiast. Starr just started her role as Massachusetts State Coordinator for Educators Rising and is the COO of Mastery P...
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July 30, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Listen to the latest #podcast episode with @mssackstein.bsky.social @danagoodier.bsky.social as we talk about #standardsbased #grading, #assessments, #culturallyresponsiveteaching & more! outofthetrenches.podbean.com/e/episode-36...
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🎙️ Excited to host Mike Rutherford on the GBG podcast! Join hosts @davefrangiosa.bsky.social & @themcw.bsky.social as we explore how @gotlearning.bsky.social is transforming student-teacher interactions—without grades! 📚 #EdTech #LearningInnovation growbeyondgrades.org/blog/01-25ru...
Where the Learning Happens w/Mike Rutherford — Grow Beyond Grades
In his innovative teacher-designed platform, gotFeedback, Mike Rutherford has created a centralized space for communication and documentation, helping students and teachers record, reflect on, and sha...
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January 1, 2025 at 11:08 PM
🎙️ Excited to host Mike Rutherford on the GBG podcast! Join hosts @davefrangiosa.bsky.social & @themcw.bsky.social as we explore how @gotlearning.bsky.social is transforming student-teacher interactions—without grades! 📚 #EdTech #LearningInnovation growbeyondgrades.org/blog/01-25ru...
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July 10, 2025 at 10:23 PM
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What a way to start today! Making Impact Outside the Classroom: Planning Next Steps in Your Career with @mssackstein.bsky.social ! So many ideas for relaunching your trajectory for impact in this new era of education! And the best part? It's recorded! youtu.be/2U5WAdV8Qyg #EduSky @eduskyteam.com
July 8, 2025 at 10:18 PM
What a way to start today! Making Impact Outside the Classroom: Planning Next Steps in Your Career with @mssackstein.bsky.social ! So many ideas for relaunching your trajectory for impact in this new era of education! And the best part? It's recorded! youtu.be/2U5WAdV8Qyg #EduSky @eduskyteam.com
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