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Jenn
@realjennofdc.bsky.social
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Education policy and general legal wonkery with a sprinkling of writing, reading, and reptiles

Co-host, Can We Get A Minute? Podcast

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Imposter syndrome affects more people than you might think — including parents. ⚠️

This week on Can We Get a Minute, we explore how building trust with parents can strengthen student success and community engagement. 💡

🎧 Tune in today: https://youtu.be/KD8Bd8y_3uw

#All4Ed #ParentEngagement
November 5, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Are we building pathways that actually close more doors than they open?

Let's talk about it! 🎙️

Senior Advisors Charlotte Cahill & Kyle Hartung unpack some uncomfortable truths in the latest Can We Get a Minute?

🎧 Catch the latest episode → https://bit.ly/3LBMbYU
October 30, 2025 at 5:06 PM
realjennofdc.bsky.social
So excited to finally have this out in the world!

#edusky
all4ed.org all4ed.org @all4ed.org · Oct 8
🔒 NEW: The future of student data privacy is here — and so are the risks. Our latest guide helps state policymakers strengthen privacy protections in the age of AI & hybrid learning.

📘 Read: https://all4ed.org/state-policy-center-students-rights-to-data-privacy/
#SudentPrivacy #EdPolicy #All4Ed
October 8, 2025 at 8:00 PM
realjennofdc.bsky.social
Submitted some short stories today . . . my secret is obsessing over the last round of edits and then hitting "send" on the submission so fast I just start screaming. In case anyone wants to replicate the process.
August 1, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Really proud of this one! Please check-out our highlight of the bipartisan work around digital equity for students that is ongoing in New Mexico.
all4ed.org all4ed.org @all4ed.org · Jul 2
New blog! 🚨
New Mexico is redefining digital equity. 💻📶

We sat down with Rep. Brian Baca to talk about the Digital Equity in Education Act—why it matters, and how it shapes the future of learning across the state.

🎙️ Read now: bit.ly/DigitalEquit...
#DigitalEquity #EdTech #EdPolicy
July 2, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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This moment was so shocking to me. What is the implication? That we are removing federal civil rights protections and its ok that some states won't do a good job??

McMahon came to ease concerns about block granting and I don't think she is accomplishing that today.
all4ed.org all4ed.org @all4ed.org · May 21
Woah - McMahon admitted that some governors would do a better job at educating their children than others. Does that mean that she's ok with leaving children in many states behind?!?!?
May 21, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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Can we get a minute? @rebecalynda.bsky.social @realjennofdc.bsky.social talk w/ @afhyslop.bsky.social of All4Ed on how standardized assessments actually work, who decides what goes on these tests, & why they matter beyond just measuring student performance. www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Bnw...
Testing the Waters: Understanding School Assessments as Season 1 Draws to a Close S1 E10
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April 15, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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Can we get a minute? 👀
@rebecalynda.bsky.social & @realjennofdc.bsky.social talk with @ziyuzhou.bsky.social from All4Ed about how federal education data uncovers hidden inequities in our systems. Don't miss this eye-opening convo! 🎙️ 📊
📽️: youtu.be/bBdBSqo-1_I
April 8, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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Can we get a minute? 👋
@realjennofdc.bsky.social & @rebecalynda.bsky.social bring on federal government relations expert Blair Wriston from @edtrust.bsky.social to help teachers make sense of the rapid changes happening at the federal level!
Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=02ap...
April 2, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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Tomorrow!
@realjennofdc.bsky.social & @rebecalynda.bsky.social bring on federal government relations expert Blair Wriston from @edtrust.bsky.social to help teachers make sense of the rapid changes happening at the federal level! Don't miss it - Enjoy this sneak peak!
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March 31, 2025 at 4:09 PM
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Can we get a minute? 'Cause we're BACK! 🤩
@realjennofdc.bsky.social and @rebecalynda.bsky.social welcome @philliplovell.bsky.social for a timely conversation about perseverance in education advocacy during challenging political climates!

Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjER...

#EDUSky
March 25, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Good morning to those of you fighting for education this morning in Washington DC! We're here standing with you. We're here to fight for these kids!!

#EdMatters #ProtectOurKids
March 14, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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How do you effectively dismantle the Dpt of Ed without going through Congress? You fire a ton of employees, which is what we anticipate is happening tonight at 6pm. @all4ed.bsky.social was proud to join the rally at ED today to support our civil servants & the essential work of the agency. #edusky
March 11, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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Are you free tomorrow? Because we need a minute. 🤔
@realjennofdc.bsky.social & @rebecalynda.bsky.social sit down with Kristen Hengtgen of @edtrust.bsky.social to tackle the often overlooked but critical role of college and career counseling in schools. Be sure to tune in tomorrow! #EDUSky
March 3, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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Umm, Can We Get A Minute? 🤔

ICYMI: join Jazmin Flores Peña, @realjennofdc.bsky.social, and @rebecalynda.bsky.social for this week's podcast episode where we explore the complex world of English learners and what that can mean for those in our school systems.

Watch here: youtu.be/rdXjaZbo-SU
February 27, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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We have a consistent issue with this line of thinking politically - you can't fail to fund something, work to sabotage it, and then stand around asking why it didn't work. Let's stop the political games and actually fund programs that we know work for our students.

#edusky
all4ed.org all4ed.org @all4ed.org · Feb 26
MYTH "Federal funding for education has failed to improve student outcomes."
FACT Research shows Title I funding has improved graduation rates, reduced dropout rates, & increased college attendance. The challenge isn't funding failure but insufficient funding levels #FactsAreFun
February 26, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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Another day… another hearing.

Join us over at @all4ed.bsky.social where we’ll follow the House’s hearing on Federal Investments in Elementary Education at 10:30aET

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Federal Investments in Elementary Education
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February 26, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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Umm, Can We Get A Minute? 🤔
Tomorrow join Jazmin Flores Peña, @realjennofdc.bsky.social, and @rebecalynda.bsky.social for a NEW podcast episode where we explore the complex world of English learners. It's an INCREDIBLE discussion you won't want to miss!
#EDUsky
February 24, 2025 at 8:22 PM
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Check out the new "Can We get a Minute?" 🎙️

Today's episode features All4Ed's Dir. of Prof. Learning and Leadership @askadam3.bsky.social, who chats about the role of technology in schools and current policies being considered, including #AI. #EDUSky

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February 18, 2025 at 10:34 PM
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Tune in tomorrow for a new episode of "Can We get a Minute?"

Hosts @realjennofdc.bsky.social and @rebecalynda.bsky.social talk with All4Ed's Dir. of Prof. Learning and Leadership @askadam3.bsky.social about the role of technology in schools and current policies being considered. Enjoy this preview!
February 17, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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A cheat sheet for those asking: Did my Senator show up for kids during yesterday’s hearing? Please join us in thanking those that did!

#edusky
all4ed.org all4ed.org @all4ed.org · Feb 14
We're showing some love to @pattymurray.bsky.social, Senator Baldwin, @chrismurphyct.bsky.social, @lisamurkowski.bsky.social, Senator Hassan, @bluntrochester.senate.gov, @kim.senate.gov, Senator Marshall, @kaine.senate.gov, Senator Collins, and @markey.senate.gov!
February 14, 2025 at 10:09 PM
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Senator Kim's emotion reflects the reality that so many of us know: we are talking about people, not numbers. Real educators, parents, students, administrators, school and district leaders. The education system is all of the dedicated people who work to teach and support our students every day.
February 13, 2025 at 5:27 PM
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Critical questions from the Senator: If private schools take federal money for vouchers, will they be allowed to turn away students based on disability or other protected status? McMahon is unfortunately unwilling to answer.

#edusky
February 13, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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Senator Blunt Rochester showing the real emotion so many feel: "This is important, our students are important"

#edusky
February 13, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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Linda McMahon is on the record now saying it is "not the President's plan to defund the programs" in ED, but our educators, students, and families deserve details for the many critical programs that provide support, services, and even food for children nationwide.
February 13, 2025 at 3:37 PM