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Tamara Letter
@tamaraletter.bsky.social
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Instructional Technology Coach | VSTE Certified Coach | Author | Mom of 3 | Writer at www.tamaraletter.com | Passionate about Student Choice and Voice | Kindness Cultivator
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NEW POST: Eleven Eleven
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On this day, twenty-five years ago... #amwriting #EduSky #Edumatch
Eleven Eleven
On this day, twenty-five years ago, my adored Grandma Payne passed away. The date was 11/11. I was 28 years old. It was one of the worst days of my life. Placing flowers at my Grandma Payne’s…
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November 12, 2025 at 2:37 AM
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The VSTE Conference Committee gathered this weekend in Va Beach for our final prep before our Annual Conference Dec 7-9! #vste25

Register now for our in person or virtual conferences! vsteconference.org/2025-registr...
A group photo of the VSTE conference committee A creative display of human figure statues holding light bulbs and dressed in colorful clothing Sunrise on the beach - the sun is just over the horizon and the pier is visible to the right side of the photo The Virginia Beach convention center at sunrise
October 5, 2025 at 10:46 PM
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This week’s joy moments: sharing my passion for kindness, reading stories from my book at an author reading event and celebrating my son’s 16th birthday! 🥳

#passionforkindness #dbcincbooks #author #writingcommunity #edusky
Seven people holding a copy of Tamara Letter’s book, A Passion for Kindness, as they attend her author reading event. A side view capturing Tamara Letter sitting in a black metal chair reading from the book she wrote, A Passion for Kindness. An image of Tamara Letter’s son, sitting at a table in the dark with a birthday cake and lit candles showing the number 16.
September 19, 2025 at 10:09 AM
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When was the last time you had a Coke float? My son tried one for the very first time - it was a hit! I even had an old-fashioned Coca-Cola glass mug he could use! #MakingMemories #SummerVibes #MomMode
July 21, 2025 at 12:58 AM
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NEW POST: Sweet Surprise for an Apple Star tinyurl.com/AppleStar25 - Sharing kindness in unexpected ways! #passionforkindness #amwriting #EduSky #rva
Sweet Surprise for an Apple Star
When was the last time you replaced a vital piece of technology in your world? Did you order something new online and have it delivered to your home? Or did you tackle the drive to a traditional ma…
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July 13, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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NEW POST: Reclaimed Energy tinyurl.com/ReclaimedEne... - Where do you spend your energy in the world around you? #EduSky #Edumatch #amwriting #tlap
Reclaimed Energy
The older I become, the more aware I am of the energy around me. The give. The take. The sorrow. The joy. A few years ago, Tony Robbins posted this quote and it still resonates with me today: &#822…
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June 22, 2025 at 3:56 PM
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NEW POST: You Are Loved tinyurl.com/YouAreLoved25 - In case you need a little pick-me-up! 🩵 #tlap #EduSky #amwriting #passionforkindness
April 10, 2025 at 11:13 PM
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NEW POST: Acronym Mayhem tinyurl.com/AcronymMayhem Are you swimming in a sea of acronyms? Reflecting on recent events from an educator’s point-of-view. #Edusky #amwriting #education #tlap
A cover image for the blog post titled “Acronym Mayhem.” The image shows lined papers strewn everywhere, depicting chaos.
March 23, 2025 at 11:13 PM
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Had a fantastic time presenting w/Annette Foster at the #EdTechRVA Conference today! Many thanks to all who came to our session (including those who sat on the floor when every seat was taken!)

This was Annette’s first time presenting at the conference - she rocked it out! 🥳 #vste #AI #edtech #tlap
A screenshot of the presentation “Rev Up Science and Writing Instruction with AI and Digital Projects” which includes a black racetrack, red and white checkered flags on the right and left sides and a yellow race car on a red rectangle at the bottom of the page.
March 12, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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Every. Single. Day. 🩵
ncmema.bsky.social ncmema.bsky.social @ncmema.bsky.social · Jan 27
This is what we all should remember.
January 29, 2025 at 1:39 AM
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❄️Dive into the Science Of Snowflakes with this new Explore Board!❄️

Just 1️⃣ of the resources in this post:

🌨️35 Fun and Educational Winter Activities for Your Classroom
https://s.mtrbio.com/bzlewtirhr

Includes:
🔬STEM Activities
🚌Virtual Field Trips
🔐Escape Rooms & more 
#EduSky
January 22, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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I've updated the new "For those coming from BookTok" resource in my Unofficial Guide To Bluesky. Includes links to community threads where #BookSky and #BookTok users can contribute tips and resources:

publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/bo...
Text reads BookTok in bold black letters. Illustration of a blue butterfly hovers above the text. Below the main text is a link to a resource page on Debbie's Unofficial Guide To Bluesky.
January 18, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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Join us Sunday, January 19th @ 9pm EST/8pm CST on #BlueSky
for our weekly #BuildHOPEedu chat.

This week we learn & share about Building Memories of HOPE.

Together, creating change.

#CodeBreaker #satchat #edchat #LeadLAP #JoyfulLeaders #education #tlap #learning #memories #EduSky
January 19, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Ok, #EduSky friends - anyone in the path of the migrating snowstorm? I’m in Central Virginia and we are SO excited about the potential snow day! ❄️ We’ve got hot chocolate just waiting for the flakes to appear! It’s literally been YEARS since we’ve had a true snow day! #awe #makingmemories #rva
A package of hot chocolate and marshmallows with three mugs in front of a window facing a backyard deck.
January 5, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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NEW POST: One Word 2025 - bit.ly/OneWord2025

Reflecting on this past year and choosing a new word to guide my adventures ahead. Fun fact: this is my 10th year writing a #OneWord blog post (all are linked here!) 🌟 #EduSky #OneWord2025
One Word 2025
A few weeks ago, in early December, I was standing on the balcony of a hotel room at Virginia Beach, waiting for the sun to rise. It’s rare that I have an oceanfront room anywhere and even more rar…
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January 3, 2025 at 12:41 AM
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Anyone celebrate #Festivus? We did tonight! 🌟 Eating fast food in the car (a novelty for us) while driving around looking at Christmas lights… drinking hot chocolate later to wrap up a fun night! What traditions do you enjoy with your family? #EduSky #tlap #makingmemories
Our family in the car enjoying a fast food meal while driving around looking at holiday lights. A house decorated in holiday lights where you could drive through their semi-circle driveway. A house decorated in holiday lights with the words “MERRY CHRISTMAS” displayed out front. A house decorated in holiday lights with the word “JOY” to the right of their driveway.
December 24, 2024 at 12:58 AM
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Join us tomorrow morning for #leadlap @burgessdave.bsky.social
#edusky #edleadership
December 14, 2024 at 12:14 AM
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🏠 Happy Gingerbread House Day! 🍬

Watch the story of Hansel and Gretel and craft your own gingerbread adventure. It’s the sweetest way to celebrate the season!

🎄 Find this activity and more in the December Activity Journal: https://buff.ly/3ZEzUYA
A pink activity page for December 12th, "Gingerbread House Day." Features a large image of a gingerbread house decorated with candy and frosting. Includes links to a video about the history of gingerbread and a story map activity for Hansel and Gretel
December 12, 2024 at 12:09 AM
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katiefielding.com
Didn't catch my sessions at #VSTE24? Get the resources here: www.katiefielding.com/vste24 #EduSky
VSTE24 | Katie Fielding
Educator
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December 11, 2024 at 11:40 PM
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“My knowledge is only as wide as the bus window.” Powerful quote from one of Michael Hernandez’ students. @cinehead.bsky.social #vste24 #EduSky
An image of Michael Hernandez on the VSTE Conference stage sharing about his student’s video project from their visit to Vietnam.
December 10, 2024 at 8:00 PM
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“Anyone still have their BlackBerry? This is what happens when you double down on old technology.” TRUE! Everything has a shelf life, especially if you refuse to adapt and change. “When you invent the ship, you also invent the shipwreck.” @cinehead.bsky.social #vste24 #EduSky
Michael Hernandez on the VSTE Conference stage showing new technology (iPhone) and old technology (BlackBerry).
December 10, 2024 at 7:47 PM
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Did you know that some textbooks are edited BY STATE for information they include/leave out? Powerful insight by @cinehead.bsky.social especially about Amendment II and Texas textbooks as well as historical figures/biographies. #vste24 #EduSky
Michael Hernandez on the VSTE Conference stage sharing about biases in textbooks.
December 10, 2024 at 7:43 PM
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Love learning from @cinehead.bsky.social and his experiences working with deaf students, especially their achievements and how it related to perceived biases. #vste24 #EduSky
Michael Hernandez speaking on the VSTE Conference stage. An image of his deaf students working with video and audio is shown to the left of the image. A quote from Michael Hernandez’ VSTE Conference presentation: “We all have a blind spot around our privileges shaped exactly like us.” - Junot Diaz
December 10, 2024 at 7:37 PM
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Always feels like a family reunion at #vste24! Happy to reconnect with @jilliande.bsky.social and @katiefielding.com in the Exhibits Hall (Booths 521 and 513 if you want to visit, too!) 🌟
An image of Tamara Letter and Jill DuBois in front of a Spark of Joy banner at the VSTE Conference. An image of Katie Fielding and Tamara Letter at the VSTE Conference. They are standing in front of a free, purple, and pink background with a super hero image. Katie is wearing a comic book quote jacket and Tamara is wearing a turquoise blue sweater.
December 9, 2024 at 7:21 PM
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so great to see so many #VaEducators moving into @bsky.app tonight is #EduSkychat at 9 pm #vste24
December 9, 2024 at 6:43 PM