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How does classroom inquiry become civic action? I’m honored to have submitted an @socialstudies.org resolution on religious literacy + inquiry in social studies. Read my reflection here.
November 11, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein still asks us: who do we call “Other”? In my latest post, I explore how this story invites students to wrestle with empathy, exclusion, and belonging. 🧠💭👉 Read Monsters and Misunderstanding.
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With Netflix’s Frankenstein now streaming, it’s the perfect time to bring the creature back into the classroom. 💡 My new post explores empathy, belonging, and the “Other.” Read Monsters and Misunderstanding 👉 religionmatters.org/2025/11/08/7...
Monsters and Misunderstanding: Seeing the “Other” in Frankenstein
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November 11, 2025 at 11:19 AM
religionmatters.bsky.social
Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein still asks us: who do we call “Other”? In my latest post, I explore how this story invites students to wrestle with empathy, exclusion, and belonging. 🧠💭👉 Read Monsters and Misunderstanding.
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With Netflix’s Frankenstein now streaming, it’s the perfect time to bring the creature back into the classroom. 💡 My new post explores empathy, belonging, and the “Other.” Read Monsters and Misunderstanding 👉 religionmatters.org/2025/11/08/7...
Monsters and Misunderstanding: Seeing the “Other” in Frankenstein
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religionmatters.org
November 11, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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How does classroom inquiry become civic action? I’m honored to have submitted an @socialstudies.org resolution on religious literacy + inquiry in social studies. Read my reflection here.
November 11, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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How does classroom inquiry become civic action? I submitted an NCSS resolution on religious literacy + inquiry in social studies—read my reflection.
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#NCSS #SocialStudies #Inquiry #ReligiousLiteracy #CivicEducation
🏛️ From Classroom Conversations to Civic Action: Bringing Inquiry to the NCSS House of Delegates
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November 9, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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How does classroom inquiry become civic action? I submitted an NCSS resolution on religious literacy + inquiry in social studies—read my reflection.
🔗 religionmatters.org/2025/11/09/%...

#NCSS #SocialStudies #Inquiry #ReligiousLiteracy #CivicEducation
🏛️ From Classroom Conversations to Civic Action: Bringing Inquiry to the NCSS House of Delegates
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November 9, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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With Netflix’s Frankenstein now streaming, it’s the perfect time to bring the creature back into the classroom. 💡 My new post explores empathy, belonging, and the “Other.” Read Monsters and Misunderstanding 👉 religionmatters.org/2025/11/08/7...
Monsters and Misunderstanding: Seeing the “Other” in Frankenstein
Visit the post for more.
religionmatters.org
November 8, 2025 at 9:52 PM
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With Netflix’s Frankenstein now streaming, it’s the perfect time to bring the creature back into the classroom. 💡 My new post explores empathy, belonging, and the “Other.” Read Monsters and Misunderstanding 👉 religionmatters.org/2025/11/08/7...
Monsters and Misunderstanding: Seeing the “Other” in Frankenstein
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religionmatters.org
November 8, 2025 at 9:52 PM
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Pew Research says that 31% of US adults say religion is gaining influence in US life. Shift underscores teaching abt religion academically, constitutionally, and inclusively matters. pewresearch.org/religion/2025/10/20/growing-share-of-us-adults-say-religion-is-gaining-influence-in-american-life
Growing Share of U.S. Adults Say Religion Is Gaining Influence in American Life
Americans' views of religion's role in society have grown more positive in recent years. But many feel their religious beliefs conflict with the mainstream.
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November 3, 2025 at 10:44 PM
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Grateful to the NC Museum of Art for the opportunity to facilitate today’s docent PD on Religious Literacy in the Galleries. We explored national guidelines & the 6-Point Framework that helps interpreters approach faith through art—academically, inclusively, & with confidence.
#Religiousliteracy
November 3, 2025 at 7:20 PM
religionmatters.bsky.social
Pew Research says that 31% of US adults say religion is gaining influence in US life. Shift underscores teaching abt religion academically, constitutionally, and inclusively matters. pewresearch.org/religion/2025/10/20/growing-share-of-us-adults-say-religion-is-gaining-influence-in-american-life
Growing Share of U.S. Adults Say Religion Is Gaining Influence in American Life
Americans' views of religion's role in society have grown more positive in recent years. But many feel their religious beliefs conflict with the mainstream.
pewresearch.org
November 3, 2025 at 10:44 PM
religionmatters.bsky.social
Grateful to the NC Museum of Art for the opportunity to facilitate today’s docent PD on Religious Literacy in the Galleries. We explored national guidelines & the 6-Point Framework that helps interpreters approach faith through art—academically, inclusively, & with confidence.
#Religiousliteracy
November 3, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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Calling NCSS colleagues: co-sponsors welcome for my resolution promoting the importance of religious literacy & inquiry in K–12 social studies. Read more: religionmatters.org/2025/11/02/w... #religiousliteracy
Why Religious Literacy Belongs in Every Social Studies Classroom
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November 2, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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Calling NCSS colleagues: co-sponsors welcome for my resolution promoting the importance of religious literacy & inquiry in K–12 social studies. Read more: religionmatters.org/2025/11/02/w... #religiousliteracy
Why Religious Literacy Belongs in Every Social Studies Classroom
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November 2, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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Calling NCSS colleagues: co-sponsors welcome for my resolution refocusing the importance of religious literacy & inquiry in K–12 social studies. Read more: religionmatters.org/2025/11/02/w...
Why Religious Literacy Belongs in Every Social Studies Classroom
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November 2, 2025 at 11:48 PM
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Calling NCSS colleagues: co-sponsors welcome for my resolution refocusing the importance of religious literacy & inquiry in K–12 social studies. Read more: religionmatters.org/2025/11/02/w...
Why Religious Literacy Belongs in Every Social Studies Classroom
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religionmatters.org
November 2, 2025 at 11:48 PM
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Just submitted my 2026 NCCSS conference proposal! 🎉
Religious Literacy in the K–5 Classroom: Exploring Diversity with Picture Books — helping educators use stories to build empathy & understanding.

NC educators: share your stories & strategies! 📝 bit.ly/2026NCCSSpro...

#NCCSS2026 #SocialStudies
October 26, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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Appreciate all the support for my NCSS HOD resolution
“Promoting Religious Literacy Education as an Essential Component of Social Studies Education.” As we head toward the House of Delegates, the goal remains clear: Religious literacy = civic literacy. CIO full resolution here 👉 bit.ly/RLncssHOD
October 26, 2025 at 11:22 AM
religionmatters.bsky.social
Appreciate all the support for my NCSS HOD resolution
“Promoting Religious Literacy Education as an Essential Component of Social Studies Education.” As we head toward the House of Delegates, the goal remains clear: Religious literacy = civic literacy. CIO full resolution here 👉 bit.ly/RLncssHOD
October 26, 2025 at 11:22 AM
religionmatters.bsky.social
Just submitted my 2026 NCCSS conference proposal! 🎉
Religious Literacy in the K–5 Classroom: Exploring Diversity with Picture Books — helping educators use stories to build empathy & understanding.

NC educators: share your stories & strategies! 📝 bit.ly/2026NCCSSpro...

#NCCSS2026 #SocialStudies
October 26, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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Wrapped up Chapter 5: How Can Inquiry Drive Religious Literacy? this weekend!

This chapter bridges the Inquiry Design Model + Religious Literacy to help students ask, investigate, and understand.
Inquiry doesn’t just teach about religion—it builds understanding. 🌍✏️
#ReligiousLiteracy
October 26, 2025 at 10:48 AM
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TONIGHT! Our second webinar will be tonight from 7:00 to 8:30 PM ET. This event will feature a panel discussion for K-12 educators. A certificate for 1.5 contact hours will be provided to participants upon completion of a brief survey.

Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
October 23, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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#K12 teachers local to the #Philadelphia area - join our free tour experience this Saturday from 1 - 3:30 PM!

Register here: forms.gle/RQKf1oUCNQ32...

#k12philadelphia #education #tours #philadelphia
Walking Tour: Religious Freedom and the Nation’s Founding in Philadelphia
This historic Philadelphia tour, hosted by Dr. David Krueger and Dr. Zain Abdullah, highlights the city's religious and cultural diversity, where the nation’s founding documents were written. This wal...
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October 22, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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“Inquiry thrives on trust and structure.”

Powerful reflection from C3Teachers contributor & NCCSS colleague, Gretchyn Bedard, on how we can scaffold curiosity while keeping purpose at the center.

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#SocialStudies #IDM #C3Framework
Trust and Structure: Lessons from My Building Block Inquiry Journey - C3 Teachers
Over the past several months, I have been embarking on my Building Block Inquiry (BBI) journey. When I first read about this approach to inquiry, I was excited; it truly seemed like the silver bullet,...
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October 22, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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Feeling grateful and inspired — I’ve been named the 2025–2026 recipient of the NCSS Religious Literacy Award, sponsored by the Kaur Foundation! 🌍

Excited to keep advancing conversations about inclusive and responsible approaches to teaching religion in K–12 classrooms!
October 18, 2025 at 1:59 PM