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rlrossi64.bsky.social
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@rlrossi64.bsky.social
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Pack it up, pack it in; let me begin. Former teacher/school leader/SENDCo currently exploring Schrödinger’s retirement.
ECP (Early Career Pensioner). If you’re climbing to the top of the ladder, make sure it’s leaning against the right wall.
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rlrossi64.bsky.social
Minute Cryptic - 16 November, 2025
"Former partner ate mostly quinoa for special date" (7)
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November 16, 2025 at 8:32 AM
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didau.bsky.social
Retrieval practice is both necessary and insufficient. This week’s essay explores the tension between the zeal of retrievalism and the philosophical worry that recall tells us nothing about truth. open.substack.com/pub/daviddid...
The limits of retrieval practice
Why retrieval practice strengthens memory, why it cannot explain learning on its own, and why both extremes miss the point
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November 15, 2025 at 6:40 AM
rlrossi64.bsky.social
Minute Cryptic - 15 November, 2025
"Warm fluid, cold air" (7)
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November 15, 2025 at 9:13 AM
rlrossi64.bsky.social
New artist discovery. Cor. ❤️ open.spotify.com/artist/7lS8d...
Jesper Munk
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November 14, 2025 at 8:15 PM
rlrossi64.bsky.social
Minute Cryptic - 14 November, 2025
"One is, in every way, a pig" (5)
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November 14, 2025 at 9:20 AM
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michaelt1979.bsky.social
I reckon easily half of difficult conversations with families about attendance include a parent saying "you only care about your figures".
I'm sure this'll help no end 🙄

Such a massive misunderstanding of the issue.
November 12, 2025 at 6:48 AM
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michaelt1979.bsky.social
Things that the AI target would obviously need to consider yet just as obviously won't:
*Number of pupils with major medical needs
*Number of pupils on reduced timetables at the request of local authorities because no proper specialist provision is available
November 12, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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michaelt1979.bsky.social
*Number of pupils where parents have effectively withdrawn them while awaiting appropriate SEND provision but pupil is kept on role for safeguarding reasons
*Number of pupils where doctors hands signed vague letters advising that they need not attend school for a period
November 12, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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michaelt1979.bsky.social
I wonder if *anyone* at the DfE gave any thought to how this balances with the desire for schools to be more inclusive overall, because there are some clear contradictions to weigh here
November 12, 2025 at 7:35 AM
rlrossi64.bsky.social
Minute Cryptic - 13 November, 2025
"Horseshoe slipped in awkward canter for horseman?" (7)
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November 13, 2025 at 10:02 AM
rlrossi64.bsky.social
Today I have memorised all the shipping areas in order. I bet you can’t wait for retirement either.
November 12, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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Minute Cryptic - 12 November, 2025
"Rouse ancestors holding one of these?" (6)
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November 12, 2025 at 8:39 AM
rlrossi64.bsky.social
It’s whether you put your carrots in a tureen to serve them, or whether you dish them up straight from the saucepan.
zachweinersmith.bsky.social Zach Weinersmith @zachweinersmith.bsky.social · 5d
Could someone explain to me what is meant when a British person refers to "the middle class" ? Like, in the US, as I hear it, it basically just means a person who makes a certain amount of money, not too far below and not wildly above the median. Seems like a complex concept when UK writers use it?
November 11, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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Minute Cryptic - 11 November, 2025
"See outspoken farmers pouring heart out. They live off the land?" (9)
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November 11, 2025 at 5:54 PM
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fesshole.bsky.social
After our 7th failed round of IVF, I decided that I didn't want kids. Didn't want to upset my wife so kept my mouth shut and paid another round expecting it to fail. Daughters just turned one and is the absolute love of my life. Thank god I'm a conflict avoider
November 10, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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Minute Cryptic - 10 November, 2025
"Black sheep beginning to moo if it's confused" (6)
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November 10, 2025 at 6:38 AM
rlrossi64.bsky.social
Sniffing fabric conditioners in the supermarket before I buy
notthatmilo.bsky.social milo @notthatmilo.bsky.social · 6d
What do you like now that 16 year old you would hate you for?
November 9, 2025 at 10:31 PM
rlrossi64.bsky.social
Minute Cryptic - 9 November, 2025
"NOO! SNOW AT 180º? Time to get drenched" (7)
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November 9, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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Minute Cryptic - 8 November, 2025
"Shivers after hour spent devouring "50 Shades of Grey"" (7)
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November 8, 2025 at 7:33 AM
rlrossi64.bsky.social
Well this is the best news ever! Can’t wait to meet Edie again. 🎄
alexandrakbenedict.bsky.social Alexandra Benedict @alexandrakbenedict.bsky.social · 9d
It’s publication day for THE CHRISTMAS CRACKER KILLER! Available in hardback now from Waterstones, Amazon, Asda, Tesco and independent bookshops, with the limited edition tartan spredge edition only available from indies. Watch out for what’s in your cracker this Christmas!
A book, The Christmas Cracker Killer by Alexandra Benedict, with a navy blue cover, red cracker symbols, and white and gold font, on a snowy background with splashes of blood
November 7, 2025 at 9:56 PM
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meadekrosby.bsky.social
Thinking only of Rosalind Franklin today, and what was stolen from her (and so many other female scientists alongside her).
Rosalind Franklin and the damage of gender harassment
Spurred by a recent report on sexual harassment in academia, our columnist revisits a historical case and reflects on what has changed—and what hasn’t
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November 7, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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madlinsudn.bsky.social
Lovely message from @neuroblastomauk.bsky.social thanking Alan Carr.

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Text says: Alan. What a moment. We can't tell you how grateful we are. We've adored watching you over the last three weeks, all the most so with that glimmer of hope that if you did win, it might just means something big for our small charity. And you did it. As our faithful Patron for 9 years, your commitment, compassion and drive to bring hope to children and families gacing this agressive cancer have been nothing short of transformational. As a small charity with a big mission, you know how much this means to us. For many years we've known you to be generous, warm, empathic and unfalteringly kind, and we're so pleased that the nation agrees with us on that. Now we promise to do you proud. Our commitment to you is that through research, we will find better treatments and ultimately a cure for every child facing Neuroblastoma. Alan, thank you.
November 7, 2025 at 11:33 AM
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schoolsweek.bsky.social
ICYMI: Government has accepted the Francis review recommendation to introduce RE to the national curriculum - but has said the sector must 'reach consensus on whether this is achievable'
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November 7, 2025 at 10:01 AM
rlrossi64.bsky.social
Minute Cryptic - 6 November, 2025
"Location housing administration's leader!?" (6)
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November 6, 2025 at 7:32 PM
rlrossi64.bsky.social
Well this was a creepily weird trip.
The Drivers Seat by Muriel Spark
November 6, 2025 at 6:10 PM