Victoria Thompson, M.S. is resting and relaxing!
@victoriathetech.bsky.social
EdTech leader and author living near Disney World! My wife thinks I'm cute and my dog thinks I'm funny. I share about tech, education, fresh pasta, and general theme park joy. Catch me public speaking or running around World Showcase. Opinions my own.
So I’m in quite a few professional learning networks and this has been the first time I can think of where at least 10 people have already been laid off this year and it’s only FEBRUARY 5TH.
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February 5, 2026 at 10:05 AM
So I’m in quite a few professional learning networks and this has been the first time I can think of where at least 10 people have already been laid off this year and it’s only FEBRUARY 5TH.
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I'm about 150 pages into this book (it's taking me slower to read due to work travel) and my biggest takeaways so far are that his mother was insecure and unstable, he was struggling with moving to a new town, and his mother used that to her advantage to push homeschooling.
Did I purchase this book? Absolutely.
I heard about Block’s story on NPR and how his mother “homeschooled” him (it was more like unschooling) and how he fought to exit that environment and become independent, all the while still trying to stay close to his mother. I am excited to read this memoir.
I heard about Block’s story on NPR and how his mother “homeschooled” him (it was more like unschooling) and how he fought to exit that environment and become independent, all the while still trying to stay close to his mother. I am excited to read this memoir.
February 3, 2026 at 2:01 PM
I'm about 150 pages into this book (it's taking me slower to read due to work travel) and my biggest takeaways so far are that his mother was insecure and unstable, he was struggling with moving to a new town, and his mother used that to her advantage to push homeschooling.
Alright y'all:
I'm happy that I'm seeing less "transitioning teacher" content on LinkedIn and other platforms but some of the stuff I am seeing is truly out of pocket. Y'all absolutely HAVE to stop saying "hire teachers." These corporations do not owe you anything. That's lesson number one.
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I'm happy that I'm seeing less "transitioning teacher" content on LinkedIn and other platforms but some of the stuff I am seeing is truly out of pocket. Y'all absolutely HAVE to stop saying "hire teachers." These corporations do not owe you anything. That's lesson number one.
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February 2, 2026 at 7:06 PM
Alright y'all:
I'm happy that I'm seeing less "transitioning teacher" content on LinkedIn and other platforms but some of the stuff I am seeing is truly out of pocket. Y'all absolutely HAVE to stop saying "hire teachers." These corporations do not owe you anything. That's lesson number one.
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I'm happy that I'm seeing less "transitioning teacher" content on LinkedIn and other platforms but some of the stuff I am seeing is truly out of pocket. Y'all absolutely HAVE to stop saying "hire teachers." These corporations do not owe you anything. That's lesson number one.
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The kids: “Mrs. Thompson, we made a playlist for you of songs from when you were a kid.”
Me: “…okay…”
The first song was Rockin’ Robin. I AM THIRTY-TWO YEARS OLD
Me: “…okay…”
The first song was Rockin’ Robin. I AM THIRTY-TWO YEARS OLD
January 29, 2026 at 8:43 PM
The kids: “Mrs. Thompson, we made a playlist for you of songs from when you were a kid.”
Me: “…okay…”
The first song was Rockin’ Robin. I AM THIRTY-TWO YEARS OLD
Me: “…okay…”
The first song was Rockin’ Robin. I AM THIRTY-TWO YEARS OLD
Putting this out there:
We can feel thankful that we are alive, employed, and able to take care of ourselves and our loved ones. But we can absolutely also feel angry about the state of the world. These feelings can 100% coexist and don’t let anybody tell you otherwise.
We can feel thankful that we are alive, employed, and able to take care of ourselves and our loved ones. But we can absolutely also feel angry about the state of the world. These feelings can 100% coexist and don’t let anybody tell you otherwise.
January 26, 2026 at 8:59 PM
Putting this out there:
We can feel thankful that we are alive, employed, and able to take care of ourselves and our loved ones. But we can absolutely also feel angry about the state of the world. These feelings can 100% coexist and don’t let anybody tell you otherwise.
We can feel thankful that we are alive, employed, and able to take care of ourselves and our loved ones. But we can absolutely also feel angry about the state of the world. These feelings can 100% coexist and don’t let anybody tell you otherwise.
Did I purchase this book? Absolutely.
I heard about Block’s story on NPR and how his mother “homeschooled” him (it was more like unschooling) and how he fought to exit that environment and become independent, all the while still trying to stay close to his mother. I am excited to read this memoir.
I heard about Block’s story on NPR and how his mother “homeschooled” him (it was more like unschooling) and how he fought to exit that environment and become independent, all the while still trying to stay close to his mother. I am excited to read this memoir.
January 22, 2026 at 3:52 PM
Did I purchase this book? Absolutely.
I heard about Block’s story on NPR and how his mother “homeschooled” him (it was more like unschooling) and how he fought to exit that environment and become independent, all the while still trying to stay close to his mother. I am excited to read this memoir.
I heard about Block’s story on NPR and how his mother “homeschooled” him (it was more like unschooling) and how he fought to exit that environment and become independent, all the while still trying to stay close to his mother. I am excited to read this memoir.
Well, my day just got a lot more interesting!
Utah has introduced two bills regarding technology usage in schools. One of the proposed bills completely eliminates “non-essential screen time” in grades K-3.
Link: www.abc4.com/news/educati...
Utah has introduced two bills regarding technology usage in schools. One of the proposed bills completely eliminates “non-essential screen time” in grades K-3.
Link: www.abc4.com/news/educati...
www.abc4.com
January 21, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Well, my day just got a lot more interesting!
Utah has introduced two bills regarding technology usage in schools. One of the proposed bills completely eliminates “non-essential screen time” in grades K-3.
Link: www.abc4.com/news/educati...
Utah has introduced two bills regarding technology usage in schools. One of the proposed bills completely eliminates “non-essential screen time” in grades K-3.
Link: www.abc4.com/news/educati...
A book came across my feed and I'm lowkey thinking about purchasing it for my kindle and reading it.
I was locked into "The Girl Who Doesn't Exist," which is a real story about a girl whose parents didn't have any legal documentation for her, and it made it impossible for her in adulthood.
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I was locked into "The Girl Who Doesn't Exist," which is a real story about a girl whose parents didn't have any legal documentation for her, and it made it impossible for her in adulthood.
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January 20, 2026 at 1:54 PM
A book came across my feed and I'm lowkey thinking about purchasing it for my kindle and reading it.
I was locked into "The Girl Who Doesn't Exist," which is a real story about a girl whose parents didn't have any legal documentation for her, and it made it impossible for her in adulthood.
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I was locked into "The Girl Who Doesn't Exist," which is a real story about a girl whose parents didn't have any legal documentation for her, and it made it impossible for her in adulthood.
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Reposted by Victoria Thompson, M.S. is resting and relaxing!
I don't know how much time she spends online anymore but this is a quick @victoriathetech.bsky.social appreciation post. I hope her and her wife are doing great and staying safe and well
January 11, 2026 at 6:45 PM
I don't know how much time she spends online anymore but this is a quick @victoriathetech.bsky.social appreciation post. I hope her and her wife are doing great and staying safe and well
I'll be honest, I don't utilize this platform as much as I could. I make a conscious effort to not have social media on my phone unless it's at a conference or an event, and I really don't want to have to download another app.
I'll try harder this year, though.
(Without another app.)
I'll try harder this year, though.
(Without another app.)
January 8, 2026 at 4:13 PM
I'll be honest, I don't utilize this platform as much as I could. I make a conscious effort to not have social media on my phone unless it's at a conference or an event, and I really don't want to have to download another app.
I'll try harder this year, though.
(Without another app.)
I'll try harder this year, though.
(Without another app.)
So in today's edition of "please stop listening to advice that you see on TikTok," there must be some "wisdom" floating around that if you apply for a job (especially if it’s in tech) to cold message people who already work there and ask for a referral.
This is not good advice. Do not do this.
This is not good advice. Do not do this.
August 20, 2025 at 12:38 PM
So in today's edition of "please stop listening to advice that you see on TikTok," there must be some "wisdom" floating around that if you apply for a job (especially if it’s in tech) to cold message people who already work there and ask for a referral.
This is not good advice. Do not do this.
This is not good advice. Do not do this.
Kourt and I had an absolutely wonderful “staycation” (since we live 25 minutes away, we staycation at Disney!) at Animal Kingdom Lodge this past weekend. We made it a mission to go to Animal Kingdom each day too.
August 19, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Kourt and I had an absolutely wonderful “staycation” (since we live 25 minutes away, we staycation at Disney!) at Animal Kingdom Lodge this past weekend. We made it a mission to go to Animal Kingdom each day too.
Reposted by Victoria Thompson, M.S. is resting and relaxing!
If I say "guess who I ran into at Disney" @victoriathetech.bsky.social is usually a good guess!
August 16, 2025 at 11:20 PM
If I say "guess who I ran into at Disney" @victoriathetech.bsky.social is usually a good guess!
This week I'm in Chicago, IL for an internal work conference.
Today we had our "Women in K-12 IT" breakfast. It was so yummy!
Today we had our "Women in K-12 IT" breakfast. It was so yummy!
August 13, 2025 at 3:18 PM
This week I'm in Chicago, IL for an internal work conference.
Today we had our "Women in K-12 IT" breakfast. It was so yummy!
Today we had our "Women in K-12 IT" breakfast. It was so yummy!
Shout out to all of my educators, school leaders, and district folks starting the school year today! 🎉
Have an AWESOME day!
Have an AWESOME day!
August 11, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Shout out to all of my educators, school leaders, and district folks starting the school year today! 🎉
Have an AWESOME day!
Have an AWESOME day!
For the last few years I have not participated in what I refer to as “pencil discourse.” If you’re in education and this (and the school supplies conversation) stresses you out, I encourage you to do the same. If it’s worth your peace of mind, stepping out is ALWAYS the right option.
August 10, 2025 at 5:57 PM
For the last few years I have not participated in what I refer to as “pencil discourse.” If you’re in education and this (and the school supplies conversation) stresses you out, I encourage you to do the same. If it’s worth your peace of mind, stepping out is ALWAYS the right option.
Kourt’s home, our neighbor is over (more on that later—if you’re on the other site, you’ve probably seen the saga where I helped my elderly neighbor get set up with an online dating profile), I made a pot of tea and made a cookie cake, it’s raining, and it’s another peaceful Saturday evening. 🌧️
August 10, 2025 at 1:11 AM
Kourt’s home, our neighbor is over (more on that later—if you’re on the other site, you’ve probably seen the saga where I helped my elderly neighbor get set up with an online dating profile), I made a pot of tea and made a cookie cake, it’s raining, and it’s another peaceful Saturday evening. 🌧️
It's been about 2 months (mostly because of laziness--I don't really keep social media on my phone) but ya girl is back!
What have I missed?
What have I missed?
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August 9, 2025 at 12:40 PM
It's been about 2 months (mostly because of laziness--I don't really keep social media on my phone) but ya girl is back!
What have I missed?
What have I missed?
Alright alright alright it's been a while!
I'll be headed to Georgia today to be a part of their "Cobb In Tech" conference in Cobb County, GA! I can't wait!
I'll be headed to Georgia today to be a part of their "Cobb In Tech" conference in Cobb County, GA! I can't wait!
May 28, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Alright alright alright it's been a while!
I'll be headed to Georgia today to be a part of their "Cobb In Tech" conference in Cobb County, GA! I can't wait!
I'll be headed to Georgia today to be a part of their "Cobb In Tech" conference in Cobb County, GA! I can't wait!
This is a friendly reminder that the best store in the world, Costco, will be closed on Monday, May 26th in observation of Memorial Day.
If you need anything from Costco soon, get it before next Monday!
If you need anything from Costco soon, get it before next Monday!
May 19, 2025 at 12:33 PM
This is a friendly reminder that the best store in the world, Costco, will be closed on Monday, May 26th in observation of Memorial Day.
If you need anything from Costco soon, get it before next Monday!
If you need anything from Costco soon, get it before next Monday!
Reposted by Victoria Thompson, M.S. is resting and relaxing!
What else do you do on a Friday evening but make a quick run to #EPCOT to get the gorgeous new #Maleficent AP magnet!
Bonus points running into @victoriathetech.bsky.social and Kourtney at the Boardwalk! #DisSky
Bonus points running into @victoriathetech.bsky.social and Kourtney at the Boardwalk! #DisSky
May 17, 2025 at 1:23 AM
What else do you do on a Friday evening but make a quick run to #EPCOT to get the gorgeous new #Maleficent AP magnet!
Bonus points running into @victoriathetech.bsky.social and Kourtney at the Boardwalk! #DisSky
Bonus points running into @victoriathetech.bsky.social and Kourtney at the Boardwalk! #DisSky
It's been a good week, but I'm also ready to get to Epcot tonight. Y'all feel me?
May 16, 2025 at 6:49 PM
It's been a good week, but I'm also ready to get to Epcot tonight. Y'all feel me?
Whew, it's been a while. And I woke up yesterday to news of mass layoffs at a company I used to work at (3% of the workforce, nearly 7000 people).
This is a friendly reminder from your local edtech and Disney enthusiast that if you are in education right now, DO NOT QUIT YOUR JOB.
This is a friendly reminder from your local edtech and Disney enthusiast that if you are in education right now, DO NOT QUIT YOUR JOB.
May 15, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Whew, it's been a while. And I woke up yesterday to news of mass layoffs at a company I used to work at (3% of the workforce, nearly 7000 people).
This is a friendly reminder from your local edtech and Disney enthusiast that if you are in education right now, DO NOT QUIT YOUR JOB.
This is a friendly reminder from your local edtech and Disney enthusiast that if you are in education right now, DO NOT QUIT YOUR JOB.
The Cholula Variety Pack is back.
All of my fellow hot sauce lovers: run, don’t walk.
All of my fellow hot sauce lovers: run, don’t walk.
May 5, 2025 at 10:47 PM
The Cholula Variety Pack is back.
All of my fellow hot sauce lovers: run, don’t walk.
All of my fellow hot sauce lovers: run, don’t walk.
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! 📚
Years ago, Kourt and I created a scholarship at my undergrad alma mater. The scholarship alleviates financial burden for pre-service teachers during the student teaching semester. Consider donating if you can!
Link: give.cofc.edu/Thompson-Johns…
Years ago, Kourt and I created a scholarship at my undergrad alma mater. The scholarship alleviates financial burden for pre-service teachers during the student teaching semester. Consider donating if you can!
Link: give.cofc.edu/Thompson-Johns…
College of Charleston Giving
Each year, private support to the College of Charleston plays a critical role in preserving our place as one of the nation's best public liberal arts and sciences universities.
https://give.cofc.edu/Thompson-Johns…
May 5, 2025 at 9:05 AM
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! 📚
Years ago, Kourt and I created a scholarship at my undergrad alma mater. The scholarship alleviates financial burden for pre-service teachers during the student teaching semester. Consider donating if you can!
Link: give.cofc.edu/Thompson-Johns…
Years ago, Kourt and I created a scholarship at my undergrad alma mater. The scholarship alleviates financial burden for pre-service teachers during the student teaching semester. Consider donating if you can!
Link: give.cofc.edu/Thompson-Johns…