@schledorn.bsky.social
History teacher for 20 years. Relegated to economics and psychology this year. Public school advocate.
January 29, 2026 at 3:51 PM
All the more reason to continue boycotting Microsoft.
Bing has blocked neocities and all user subdomains from its search index.
We’ve spent months trying to resolve this through official channels and gotten nowhere.
Until this gets resolved, we are recommending that people do not use Bing.
Blog post with details: blog.neocities.org/blog/2026/01...
We’ve spent months trying to resolve this through official channels and gotten nowhere.
Until this gets resolved, we are recommending that people do not use Bing.
Blog post with details: blog.neocities.org/blog/2026/01...
Neocities Is Blocked by Bing
Over the past few months, the Bing search engine has completely blocked the domain neocities.org, including the front site and all user subdomains (example.n...
blog.neocities.org
January 28, 2026 at 1:28 AM
All the more reason to continue boycotting Microsoft.
This is an excellent first step.
ICE agents would be disqualified from working in California law enforcement and inside the public school system under a new bill introduced in the Legislature this week.
California bill would ban ICE agents from jobs in teaching and policing
ICE agents would be disqualified from working in California law enforcement and inside the public school system under a new bill introduced in the Legislature this week.
bit.ly
January 28, 2026 at 1:24 AM
This is an excellent first step.
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Last week in Minnesota, I watched ordinary people risk their lives to protect their neighbors. In the process, they not only won a significant—though not final—victory against authoritarianism, they proved virtually every MAGA social theory wrong. (gift link) www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...
January 27, 2026 at 1:06 PM
Last week in Minnesota, I watched ordinary people risk their lives to protect their neighbors. In the process, they not only won a significant—though not final—victory against authoritarianism, they proved virtually every MAGA social theory wrong. (gift link) www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...
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Just some oranges and a vacuum in Mario's Picross.
January 25, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Just some oranges and a vacuum in Mario's Picross.
This is why you don't comply in advance.
Re the February Dear Colleagues letter that threatened funding for schools & universities over DEI-related efforts:
‘[Ed Dept]…moved to dismiss its appeal. It leaves in place a federal judge’s August decision finding that the anti-DEI effort violated the First Amendment & federal procedural rules.’
‘[Ed Dept]…moved to dismiss its appeal. It leaves in place a federal judge’s August decision finding that the anti-DEI effort violated the First Amendment & federal procedural rules.’
Trump administration drops legal appeal over anti-DEI funding threat to schools and colleges
The Trump administration is dropping its appeal of a federal court ruling that blocked a campaign against diversity, equity, and inclusion threatening federal funding to the nation’s schools and colle...
apnews.com
January 21, 2026 at 7:55 PM
This is why you don't comply in advance.
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Sometimes the most radical thing you can do is educate normal people on complex subjects in ways that are engaging and digestible.
January 20, 2026 at 2:08 PM
Sometimes the most radical thing you can do is educate normal people on complex subjects in ways that are engaging and digestible.
"In 2007, it is estimated that 750,000 Americans traveled to other countries for health care. In 2017, more than 1.4 million Americans sought health care in a variety of countries around the world."
www.amjmed.com/article/S000...
www.amjmed.com/article/S000...
January 16, 2026 at 4:57 PM
"In 2007, it is estimated that 750,000 Americans traveled to other countries for health care. In 2017, more than 1.4 million Americans sought health care in a variety of countries around the world."
www.amjmed.com/article/S000...
www.amjmed.com/article/S000...
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Fuck this framing. Progressives have been pushing for universal healthcare and childcare and paid maternity and paternity leave for DECADES. Ya'll should have listened in the 60s (or even earlier) and we wouldn't be here.
The US and other countries face aging, shrinking populations. Conservatives have shaped debate over the issue. Some liberals say it's time for progressives to weigh in. n.pr/3NH3yso
As birthrates tumble, some progressives say the left needs to offer ideas and solutions
The US and other countries face aging, shrinking populations. Conservatives have shaped debate over the issue. Some liberals say it's time for progressives to weigh in.
n.pr
January 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Fuck this framing. Progressives have been pushing for universal healthcare and childcare and paid maternity and paternity leave for DECADES. Ya'll should have listened in the 60s (or even earlier) and we wouldn't be here.
Fuck this framing. Progressives have been pushing for universal healthcare and childcare and paid maternity and paternity leave for DECADES. Ya'll should have listened in the 60s (or even earlier) and we wouldn't be here.
The US and other countries face aging, shrinking populations. Conservatives have shaped debate over the issue. Some liberals say it's time for progressives to weigh in. n.pr/3NH3yso
As birthrates tumble, some progressives say the left needs to offer ideas and solutions
The US and other countries face aging, shrinking populations. Conservatives have shaped debate over the issue. Some liberals say it's time for progressives to weigh in.
n.pr
January 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Fuck this framing. Progressives have been pushing for universal healthcare and childcare and paid maternity and paternity leave for DECADES. Ya'll should have listened in the 60s (or even earlier) and we wouldn't be here.
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here's this vintage jeopardy clip with ken jennings
January 7, 2026 at 9:25 PM
here's this vintage jeopardy clip with ken jennings
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These DOS games turn 30 in 2026:
Quake
Duke Nukem 3D
Red Alert
Tomb Raider
Chex Quest
Broken Sword
Daggerfall
Death Rally
HOMM 2
Phantasmagoria 2
Settlers 2
Harvester
Leisure Suit Larry 7
Big Red Racing
Lighthouse
Normality
Powerslave
Strife
Pandora Directive
Time Commando
Zork Nemesis
Toonstruck
Z
Quake
Duke Nukem 3D
Red Alert
Tomb Raider
Chex Quest
Broken Sword
Daggerfall
Death Rally
HOMM 2
Phantasmagoria 2
Settlers 2
Harvester
Leisure Suit Larry 7
Big Red Racing
Lighthouse
Normality
Powerslave
Strife
Pandora Directive
Time Commando
Zork Nemesis
Toonstruck
Z
January 1, 2026 at 3:18 PM
These DOS games turn 30 in 2026:
Quake
Duke Nukem 3D
Red Alert
Tomb Raider
Chex Quest
Broken Sword
Daggerfall
Death Rally
HOMM 2
Phantasmagoria 2
Settlers 2
Harvester
Leisure Suit Larry 7
Big Red Racing
Lighthouse
Normality
Powerslave
Strife
Pandora Directive
Time Commando
Zork Nemesis
Toonstruck
Z
Quake
Duke Nukem 3D
Red Alert
Tomb Raider
Chex Quest
Broken Sword
Daggerfall
Death Rally
HOMM 2
Phantasmagoria 2
Settlers 2
Harvester
Leisure Suit Larry 7
Big Red Racing
Lighthouse
Normality
Powerslave
Strife
Pandora Directive
Time Commando
Zork Nemesis
Toonstruck
Z
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The whole point of the blog posts roundups, aside from hopefully getting people to follow other sites using rss feed readers, is that there's a lot of talk about the internet being 4-5 websites and smaller than it used to be and idk, there's a lot of great stuff out there if you are curious enough
January 1, 2026 at 12:21 AM
The whole point of the blog posts roundups, aside from hopefully getting people to follow other sites using rss feed readers, is that there's a lot of talk about the internet being 4-5 websites and smaller than it used to be and idk, there's a lot of great stuff out there if you are curious enough
In addition to being a complete game and affordable, it's also the only official English release of Sword World*, the Japanese TTRPG that has sold more copies than D&D. It's the closest you can get to experiencing that hugely popular work in English.
*A modified version
*A modified version
This was great to see in Waterstones - 'Goblin Slayer TRPG' is a complete roleplaying game based on the Manga with full rules, setting, adventures and character sheet, and is only £15.99.
Like 80s Fighting Fantasy this is a great way to get TTRPGs to potential fans, through high street bookshops.
Like 80s Fighting Fantasy this is a great way to get TTRPGs to potential fans, through high street bookshops.
December 31, 2025 at 1:39 PM
In addition to being a complete game and affordable, it's also the only official English release of Sword World*, the Japanese TTRPG that has sold more copies than D&D. It's the closest you can get to experiencing that hugely popular work in English.
*A modified version
*A modified version
Snoopy and the Great Mystery Club. It's an average game that's better when playing with someone younger, but what it's very good at what it does well.
schledorn.bearblog.dev/snoopy-and-t...
schledorn.bearblog.dev/snoopy-and-t...
Snoopy and the Great Mystery Club
Snoopy and the Great Mystery Club is a new adventure game set in the Peanuts universe. I'm a sucker for Peanuts, even the incredibly dark , so when this ...
schledorn.bearblog.dev
December 25, 2025 at 1:21 AM
Snoopy and the Great Mystery Club. It's an average game that's better when playing with someone younger, but what it's very good at what it does well.
schledorn.bearblog.dev/snoopy-and-t...
schledorn.bearblog.dev/snoopy-and-t...
The clown house for messed up kids.
🎶 It’s the most wonderful tiiiiime of the year 🎶
Scott and Paul count down YOUR numbers 14 through 11 of the best episodes of 2025!
Scott and Paul count down YOUR numbers 14 through 11 of the best episodes of 2025!
December 22, 2025 at 4:49 PM
The clown house for messed up kids.
The problem with education surveys of the public is that the overwhelming majority find that people like their kids' teachers and schools but not any of the others. Everyone else is always the problem.
From WFAE: A new survey from Elon University found dissatisfaction with North Carolina’s public schools. But survey respondents place a bulk of the blame on factors outside the classroom.
www.wunc.org/2025-12-18/n...
www.wunc.org/2025-12-18/n...
New survey shows dissatisfaction with NC schools — but the public doesn't blame teachers
A new survey from Elon University found dissatisfaction with North Carolina’s public schools. But survey respondents place a bulk of the blame on factors outside the classroom.
www.wunc.org
December 20, 2025 at 12:43 AM
The problem with education surveys of the public is that the overwhelming majority find that people like their kids' teachers and schools but not any of the others. Everyone else is always the problem.
It can be hard to purchase video games in an ethical way, but I think not supporting an arms dealer who makes consoles from murder drones is a pretty low bar. I'm glad to see the pushback to it.
December 19, 2025 at 6:15 PM
It can be hard to purchase video games in an ethical way, but I think not supporting an arms dealer who makes consoles from murder drones is a pretty low bar. I'm glad to see the pushback to it.
December 19, 2025 at 4:07 PM
"Hey guys, welcome in! Just put your shoes by the door and go ahead and give the coffee table a lick. I think you'll be surprised!"
Here’s how to build, tweak, rearrange and refresh your home into something nice for the eye, yes, but also for the ear, the nose, the skin and the tongue.
How to create a home that appeals to all five senses
The way a couch feels matters as much as how it looks.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 19, 2025 at 11:08 AM
"Hey guys, welcome in! Just put your shoes by the door and go ahead and give the coffee table a lick. I think you'll be surprised!"
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LISTEN! The number of students of color I informally advise on publishing, fellowship applications, dissertations, job applications, fly outs, etc. could fill an auditorium. And the vast majority do not attend the institution that provides me with a W-2.
This is part of the uncompensated labor that faculty of color are constantly engaged in. & then folks ask us why we're not publishing more. But I've been advising YOUR student behind your back because you've offered them nothing useful besides line edits. And she doesn't even go here!
4/4
4/4
December 17, 2025 at 5:49 PM
LISTEN! The number of students of color I informally advise on publishing, fellowship applications, dissertations, job applications, fly outs, etc. could fill an auditorium. And the vast majority do not attend the institution that provides me with a W-2.
Check out the beginning of the excellently written but still hard to read When the Clock Broke by @lioneltrolling.bsky.social to learn how true this is.
there is really no difference between the current administration and having the country run by david duke
On that last post: I genuinely cannot think of any good-faith reason to bar international adoptions from those 39 countries. Under this new ban, consulates will refuse adoption visas for any baby from Cuba, Haiti, Venezuela, Nigeria, or any of the 39 other countries.
December 17, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Check out the beginning of the excellently written but still hard to read When the Clock Broke by @lioneltrolling.bsky.social to learn how true this is.