Kirsten Thompson
@thompsonclassroom.bsky.social
👩🏼💻 Ed Tech Enthusiast
👩🏼🎓 Lifelong Learner
💫 #MicrosoftEdu Trainer
💫 Google Educator Level 1
🚨 Professional account, personally managed
- Learn more at @misslwbt.bsky.social
👩🏼🎓 Lifelong Learner
💫 #MicrosoftEdu Trainer
💫 Google Educator Level 1
🚨 Professional account, personally managed
- Learn more at @misslwbt.bsky.social
When we talk about innovation, it can often bring up visions of experimentation and STEM "tinkering." While this can be true, a big component of innovation for me is through my networking connections.
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November 6, 2025 at 5:44 PM
When we talk about innovation, it can often bring up visions of experimentation and STEM "tinkering." While this can be true, a big component of innovation for me is through my networking connections.
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Last Friday, I had the privilege of spending Halloween with the Westman School Clinicians Association (WSCA) in Brandon.
We chatted about AI and the potential role that this tool may play in the operations of their members.
Thank you, WSCA, for having me join your team!
#MERLIN_MB
We chatted about AI and the potential role that this tool may play in the operations of their members.
Thank you, WSCA, for having me join your team!
#MERLIN_MB
November 5, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Last Friday, I had the privilege of spending Halloween with the Westman School Clinicians Association (WSCA) in Brandon.
We chatted about AI and the potential role that this tool may play in the operations of their members.
Thank you, WSCA, for having me join your team!
#MERLIN_MB
We chatted about AI and the potential role that this tool may play in the operations of their members.
Thank you, WSCA, for having me join your team!
#MERLIN_MB
Exploring what’s new in MS Copilot for Ed💡
Two components I think educators should know about:
📘 Teach
🎓 The AI for Educators Learning Path
This is one example of how these tools are evolving to meet educator needs; blending innovation with intentional design.
#ToolboxTuesday
Two components I think educators should know about:
📘 Teach
🎓 The AI for Educators Learning Path
This is one example of how these tools are evolving to meet educator needs; blending innovation with intentional design.
#ToolboxTuesday
November 4, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Exploring what’s new in MS Copilot for Ed💡
Two components I think educators should know about:
📘 Teach
🎓 The AI for Educators Learning Path
This is one example of how these tools are evolving to meet educator needs; blending innovation with intentional design.
#ToolboxTuesday
Two components I think educators should know about:
📘 Teach
🎓 The AI for Educators Learning Path
This is one example of how these tools are evolving to meet educator needs; blending innovation with intentional design.
#ToolboxTuesday
Reposted by Kirsten Thompson
💡 Innovation isn’t just about new tools; it’s about using the ones you already have, better.
Yesterday we facilitated a session focused on leveraging M365 for efficiency and innovation in education.
When technology works with you, innovation becomes everyday practice
#MERLIN_MB #TechTuesday
Yesterday we facilitated a session focused on leveraging M365 for efficiency and innovation in education.
When technology works with you, innovation becomes everyday practice
#MERLIN_MB #TechTuesday
November 4, 2025 at 1:48 PM
💡 Innovation isn’t just about new tools; it’s about using the ones you already have, better.
Yesterday we facilitated a session focused on leveraging M365 for efficiency and innovation in education.
When technology works with you, innovation becomes everyday practice
#MERLIN_MB #TechTuesday
Yesterday we facilitated a session focused on leveraging M365 for efficiency and innovation in education.
When technology works with you, innovation becomes everyday practice
#MERLIN_MB #TechTuesday
October was all about connections. From social posts and emails to conversations with divisions and partners from across MB; every step helped strengthen the network we have.
A personal highlight for October was being able to attend my first ever @merlin.mb.ca Partner Program Meeting!
#MERLIN_MB
A personal highlight for October was being able to attend my first ever @merlin.mb.ca Partner Program Meeting!
#MERLIN_MB
October 31, 2025 at 9:32 PM
October was all about connections. From social posts and emails to conversations with divisions and partners from across MB; every step helped strengthen the network we have.
A personal highlight for October was being able to attend my first ever @merlin.mb.ca Partner Program Meeting!
#MERLIN_MB
A personal highlight for October was being able to attend my first ever @merlin.mb.ca Partner Program Meeting!
#MERLIN_MB
Reposted by Kirsten Thompson
Our network isn’t haunted… it just has a few ghost users. 👻
Happy Halloween from all of us at MERLIN!
#MERLIN_MB
Happy Halloween from all of us at MERLIN!
#MERLIN_MB
October 31, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Our network isn’t haunted… it just has a few ghost users. 👻
Happy Halloween from all of us at MERLIN!
#MERLIN_MB
Happy Halloween from all of us at MERLIN!
#MERLIN_MB
The line between real and realistic has never been thinner.
AI has amplified creation options while simultaneously accelerating misinformation. This has forced us to reevaluate what it means to "verify", "trust", and "understand.
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AI has amplified creation options while simultaneously accelerating misinformation. This has forced us to reevaluate what it means to "verify", "trust", and "understand.
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October 30, 2025 at 6:26 PM
The line between real and realistic has never been thinner.
AI has amplified creation options while simultaneously accelerating misinformation. This has forced us to reevaluate what it means to "verify", "trust", and "understand.
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AI has amplified creation options while simultaneously accelerating misinformation. This has forced us to reevaluate what it means to "verify", "trust", and "understand.
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#MediaLiteracyWeek is here! This week's post had to highlight the amazing resources created, curated, and shared out via @mediasmarts.ca
For 20 years, this event has been promoting digital media literacy, and their website is full of resources for everyone!
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For 20 years, this event has been promoting digital media literacy, and their website is full of resources for everyone!
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October 28, 2025 at 7:13 PM
#MediaLiteracyWeek is here! This week's post had to highlight the amazing resources created, curated, and shared out via @mediasmarts.ca
For 20 years, this event has been promoting digital media literacy, and their website is full of resources for everyone!
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For 20 years, this event has been promoting digital media literacy, and their website is full of resources for everyone!
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This finding from Motives and Methods: Building Resilience to Online Misinformation in Canada (2025) is a powerful reminder: confidence doesn’t always equal competence when it comes to navigating the online world.
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October 28, 2025 at 7:12 PM
This finding from Motives and Methods: Building Resilience to Online Misinformation in Canada (2025) is a powerful reminder: confidence doesn’t always equal competence when it comes to navigating the online world.
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Reposted by Kirsten Thompson
Cybersecurity and media literacy share one big goal: helping us think critically online💡💻
Remember that every click and share matters
✅ Verify before you share
✅ Protect your data
✅ Think about what information you give away
Smart media habits = safer online communities
#MERLIN_MB
Remember that every click and share matters
✅ Verify before you share
✅ Protect your data
✅ Think about what information you give away
Smart media habits = safer online communities
#MERLIN_MB
October 28, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Cybersecurity and media literacy share one big goal: helping us think critically online💡💻
Remember that every click and share matters
✅ Verify before you share
✅ Protect your data
✅ Think about what information you give away
Smart media habits = safer online communities
#MERLIN_MB
Remember that every click and share matters
✅ Verify before you share
✅ Protect your data
✅ Think about what information you give away
Smart media habits = safer online communities
#MERLIN_MB
Last "office" day of the week as I'm heading to Winnipeg tomorrow to set up and attend @manacemb.bsky.social #MTSPDDay conference!
I have to say, after 6 years of having an office with no windows, this fall sunshine is soooooo nice.
I have to say, after 6 years of having an office with no windows, this fall sunshine is soooooo nice.
October 22, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Last "office" day of the week as I'm heading to Winnipeg tomorrow to set up and attend @manacemb.bsky.social #MTSPDDay conference!
I have to say, after 6 years of having an office with no windows, this fall sunshine is soooooo nice.
I have to say, after 6 years of having an office with no windows, this fall sunshine is soooooo nice.
Digital safety starts with awareness and grows through practice.
Google's "Be Internet Awesome" program helps educators, students, & families build digital confidence:
🎮 Explore Interland
📄 Access ready-to-use curriculum
🏡 Share the Family Guide
#ToolboxTuesday #Cybersecurity
Google's "Be Internet Awesome" program helps educators, students, & families build digital confidence:
🎮 Explore Interland
📄 Access ready-to-use curriculum
🏡 Share the Family Guide
#ToolboxTuesday #Cybersecurity
October 21, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Digital safety starts with awareness and grows through practice.
Google's "Be Internet Awesome" program helps educators, students, & families build digital confidence:
🎮 Explore Interland
📄 Access ready-to-use curriculum
🏡 Share the Family Guide
#ToolboxTuesday #Cybersecurity
Google's "Be Internet Awesome" program helps educators, students, & families build digital confidence:
🎮 Explore Interland
📄 Access ready-to-use curriculum
🏡 Share the Family Guide
#ToolboxTuesday #Cybersecurity
Today will be my 1st day serving on the Riding The Wave planning committee; an event I've been able to be a part of as an attendee & presenter over the past 8 yrs
💡When we connect ideas, people, & tech, we create meaningful opportunities for learners everywhere
#MissionMonday #RTW_MB #MERLIN_MB
💡When we connect ideas, people, & tech, we create meaningful opportunities for learners everywhere
#MissionMonday #RTW_MB #MERLIN_MB
October 20, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Today will be my 1st day serving on the Riding The Wave planning committee; an event I've been able to be a part of as an attendee & presenter over the past 8 yrs
💡When we connect ideas, people, & tech, we create meaningful opportunities for learners everywhere
#MissionMonday #RTW_MB #MERLIN_MB
💡When we connect ideas, people, & tech, we create meaningful opportunities for learners everywhere
#MissionMonday #RTW_MB #MERLIN_MB
I'm thrilled to share that I'm joining the DellTechnologies Soar with MENTOR program as a mentor!
I've been thankful to have connected with Katina Papulkas; as we were both presenting at Cyber Summit & Riding The Wave. It was through her support that I was able to bring Data Dunkers to rural MB
I've been thankful to have connected with Katina Papulkas; as we were both presenting at Cyber Summit & Riding The Wave. It was through her support that I was able to bring Data Dunkers to rural MB
October 17, 2025 at 7:29 PM
I'm thrilled to share that I'm joining the DellTechnologies Soar with MENTOR program as a mentor!
I've been thankful to have connected with Katina Papulkas; as we were both presenting at Cyber Summit & Riding The Wave. It was through her support that I was able to bring Data Dunkers to rural MB
I've been thankful to have connected with Katina Papulkas; as we were both presenting at Cyber Summit & Riding The Wave. It was through her support that I was able to bring Data Dunkers to rural MB
Thrilled to be in Brandon with @maetl.mb.ca today as ed tech leaders from across MB join in-person & online to learn and network
Our morning provided an opportunity to continue critical reflections on AI, our role and responsibility as leaders, and identifying next steps for an ever-changing topic
Our morning provided an opportunity to continue critical reflections on AI, our role and responsibility as leaders, and identifying next steps for an ever-changing topic
October 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Thrilled to be in Brandon with @maetl.mb.ca today as ed tech leaders from across MB join in-person & online to learn and network
Our morning provided an opportunity to continue critical reflections on AI, our role and responsibility as leaders, and identifying next steps for an ever-changing topic
Our morning provided an opportunity to continue critical reflections on AI, our role and responsibility as leaders, and identifying next steps for an ever-changing topic
Reposted by Kirsten Thompson
For Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we asked some of our MERLIN staff to share their biggest password pet peeves.
These everyday habits can open the door to major risks. Strong, unique passwords keep our classrooms and campuses secure. 🔐
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
These everyday habits can open the door to major risks. Strong, unique passwords keep our classrooms and campuses secure. 🔐
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
October 15, 2025 at 1:52 PM
For Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we asked some of our MERLIN staff to share their biggest password pet peeves.
These everyday habits can open the door to major risks. Strong, unique passwords keep our classrooms and campuses secure. 🔐
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
These everyday habits can open the door to major risks. Strong, unique passwords keep our classrooms and campuses secure. 🔐
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
As your inbox fills up, remember the basics of spotting potential phishing emails:
🔍 Look for suspicious details like odd addresses, typos, or details that feel "off"
⚠️ Be aware of messaging that plays on urgency
💰 Watch for financial requests
#ToolboxTuesday #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
🔍 Look for suspicious details like odd addresses, typos, or details that feel "off"
⚠️ Be aware of messaging that plays on urgency
💰 Watch for financial requests
#ToolboxTuesday #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
October 14, 2025 at 8:53 PM
As your inbox fills up, remember the basics of spotting potential phishing emails:
🔍 Look for suspicious details like odd addresses, typos, or details that feel "off"
⚠️ Be aware of messaging that plays on urgency
💰 Watch for financial requests
#ToolboxTuesday #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
🔍 Look for suspicious details like odd addresses, typos, or details that feel "off"
⚠️ Be aware of messaging that plays on urgency
💰 Watch for financial requests
#ToolboxTuesday #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
As we head into winter, it's the perfect time to revisit policies, refresh response plans, and make sure teams are equipped for the months ahead.
Cybersecurity isn't just an exercise, its a mindset; one of resiliance, shared responsibility, and proactive leadership.
Cybersecurity isn't just an exercise, its a mindset; one of resiliance, shared responsibility, and proactive leadership.
October 9, 2025 at 9:28 PM
As we head into winter, it's the perfect time to revisit policies, refresh response plans, and make sure teams are equipped for the months ahead.
Cybersecurity isn't just an exercise, its a mindset; one of resiliance, shared responsibility, and proactive leadership.
Cybersecurity isn't just an exercise, its a mindset; one of resiliance, shared responsibility, and proactive leadership.
Looking forward to leading our evening session today!
Today, MERLIN is hosting two events dedicated to one shared goal: keeping MB’s education community secure.
💻 Tabletop Exercise for Cyber Event Preparation – Ransomware
👩🏫 Cybersecurity for Educators
Together, we’re building a safer, smarter, more resilient education network across MB 💙
#MERLIN_MB
💻 Tabletop Exercise for Cyber Event Preparation – Ransomware
👩🏫 Cybersecurity for Educators
Together, we’re building a safer, smarter, more resilient education network across MB 💙
#MERLIN_MB
October 8, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Looking forward to leading our evening session today!
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and digital safety starts with education.
As someone in the Microsoft domain, I wanted to highlight some of the awesome tools available to strengthen digital awareness for all users:
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#ToolboxTuesday #Cybersecurity
As someone in the Microsoft domain, I wanted to highlight some of the awesome tools available to strengthen digital awareness for all users:
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#ToolboxTuesday #Cybersecurity
October 7, 2025 at 3:14 PM
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and digital safety starts with education.
As someone in the Microsoft domain, I wanted to highlight some of the awesome tools available to strengthen digital awareness for all users:
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#ToolboxTuesday #Cybersecurity
As someone in the Microsoft domain, I wanted to highlight some of the awesome tools available to strengthen digital awareness for all users:
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#ToolboxTuesday #Cybersecurity
Reposted by Kirsten Thompson
We are less than three weeks away from our MTS PD Day event! Everyone attending in-person at St. Paul's high school will enjoy a home-cooked lunch, sponsored by the amazing people at @merlin.mb.ca! And the event is only $55 plus fees, which includes membership in ManACE.
October 6, 2025 at 11:00 PM
We are less than three weeks away from our MTS PD Day event! Everyone attending in-person at St. Paul's high school will enjoy a home-cooked lunch, sponsored by the amazing people at @merlin.mb.ca! And the event is only $55 plus fees, which includes membership in ManACE.
At MERLIN, professional learning is one of the most powerful ways we can close gaps and create opportunities. Whether in-person or virtual, training helps educators & technical staff build the confidence and capacity they need to make tech meaningful in every classroom.
#MERLIN_MB #missionMonday
#MERLIN_MB #missionMonday
October 6, 2025 at 2:28 PM
At MERLIN, professional learning is one of the most powerful ways we can close gaps and create opportunities. Whether in-person or virtual, training helps educators & technical staff build the confidence and capacity they need to make tech meaningful in every classroom.
#MERLIN_MB #missionMonday
#MERLIN_MB #missionMonday
October is shaping up to be a busy month of collaboration & learning - and I'm especially looking forward to @manacemb.bsky.social #MTSPDDay event later this month
These days are always a highlight of the year!
Make sure you visit this page and get registered today
#FutureFriday
These days are always a highlight of the year!
Make sure you visit this page and get registered today
#FutureFriday
October 3, 2025 at 8:27 PM
October is shaping up to be a busy month of collaboration & learning - and I'm especially looking forward to @manacemb.bsky.social #MTSPDDay event later this month
These days are always a highlight of the year!
Make sure you visit this page and get registered today
#FutureFriday
These days are always a highlight of the year!
Make sure you visit this page and get registered today
#FutureFriday
Spending a part of my day at Brandon University with @manacemb.bsky.social for their fall planning day.
This continues to be one of my favourite venues to come back to!
This continues to be one of my favourite venues to come back to!
October 2, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Spending a part of my day at Brandon University with @manacemb.bsky.social for their fall planning day.
This continues to be one of my favourite venues to come back to!
This continues to be one of my favourite venues to come back to!