Kari
@badguysequalxps.bsky.social
Proud public Montessori teacher. Mama. Wife. Video and Board Game player. Music lover. Snuggle scientist. She/Her.
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Two weeks into a new program that gives New Mexico children free childcare, officials are opening up about the surge that happened day one & how it’s been moving forward. In just a short time, the state said thousands of children are now enrolled in free childcare, & daycares are lining up to join.
www.krqe.com
November 16, 2025 at 11:54 PM
Two weeks into a new program that gives New Mexico children free childcare, officials are opening up about the surge that happened day one & how it’s been moving forward. In just a short time, the state said thousands of children are now enrolled in free childcare, & daycares are lining up to join.
This whole thing has been like watching a train wreck happen in slow motion.
Just gotta keep breathing.
Just gotta keep breathing.
CMSD expected to announce school closures Wednesday
The district is expected to announce its full list of closures and consolidations at the Board of Education meeting Nov. 5.
signalcleveland.org
November 3, 2025 at 12:49 PM
This whole thing has been like watching a train wreck happen in slow motion.
Just gotta keep breathing.
Just gotta keep breathing.
Notably, this announcement will be made the DAY AFTER the election where the mayor who appoints the CEO and the board is on the ballot . . .
CMSD CEO Warren Morgan says tough decisions to close and consolidate schools are a ‘critical moment ’ for the district’s future
In November, Morgan will recommend to school board members which schools should be closed or consolidated.
by Franziska Wild
signalcleveland.org/cmsd-ceo-war...
In November, Morgan will recommend to school board members which schools should be closed or consolidated.
by Franziska Wild
signalcleveland.org/cmsd-ceo-war...
CMSD school closing recommendations coming in November
CMSD CEO Warren Morgan will recommend to school board members in November which schools should be closed or consolidated.
signalcleveland.org
October 29, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Notably, this announcement will be made the DAY AFTER the election where the mayor who appoints the CEO and the board is on the ballot . . .
"CLEVELAND CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT will lose $10,345,392 in federal funding."
(...and despite the last levy, is an estimated $4m in the hole as we start the year, thanks to federal and state cuts. It's looking bad out here, y'all.)
(...and despite the last levy, is an estimated $4m in the hole as we start the year, thanks to federal and state cuts. It's looking bad out here, y'all.)
You can use this tool to find out just how much funding your local district (or any district in the country) will be losing in the new federal budget:
"DES MOINES INDEPENDENT COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT will lose $8,175,391 in federal funding."
public.tableau.com/app/profile/... #EduSky #EdChat
"DES MOINES INDEPENDENT COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT will lose $8,175,391 in federal funding."
public.tableau.com/app/profile/... #EduSky #EdChat
August 6, 2025 at 8:37 PM
"CLEVELAND CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT will lose $10,345,392 in federal funding."
(...and despite the last levy, is an estimated $4m in the hole as we start the year, thanks to federal and state cuts. It's looking bad out here, y'all.)
(...and despite the last levy, is an estimated $4m in the hole as we start the year, thanks to federal and state cuts. It's looking bad out here, y'all.)
UH is union-busting…and our beloved pediatrician, Dr. Beene, was removed from her practice as a result. Workers have the right to organize…and we sure miss Dr. Beene.
University Hospitals doctors continue union organizing efforts after 2 leaders are fired
After being terminated from their jobs at University Hospitals, two doctors' resolves to improve conditions there haven't dampened.
www.ideastream.org
July 28, 2025 at 1:30 PM
UH is union-busting…and our beloved pediatrician, Dr. Beene, was removed from her practice as a result. Workers have the right to organize…and we sure miss Dr. Beene.
the latest @smbccomics.bsky.social went straight to the Kindergarten and Pre-K teacher group chat this morning. www.smbc-comics.com/comic/lesson
Saturday Morning Breakfast Cereal - Lesson
Saturday Morning Breakfast Cereal - Lesson
www.smbc-comics.com
July 26, 2025 at 4:06 PM
the latest @smbccomics.bsky.social went straight to the Kindergarten and Pre-K teacher group chat this morning. www.smbc-comics.com/comic/lesson
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Opinion
When politicians rewrite the rules to sideline elected representatives, it sends a chilling message: your voice doesn’t matter if it contradicts our agenda.
by Bill Boone
www.dispatch.com/story/opinio...
When politicians rewrite the rules to sideline elected representatives, it sends a chilling message: your voice doesn’t matter if it contradicts our agenda.
by Bill Boone
www.dispatch.com/story/opinio...
STRS Board was a victim of a hostile takeover. Teachers like me are at risk | Opinion
A hostile takeover has gives partisan politicians control over $100 billion in STRS assets.
www.dispatch.com
July 24, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Opinion
When politicians rewrite the rules to sideline elected representatives, it sends a chilling message: your voice doesn’t matter if it contradicts our agenda.
by Bill Boone
www.dispatch.com/story/opinio...
When politicians rewrite the rules to sideline elected representatives, it sends a chilling message: your voice doesn’t matter if it contradicts our agenda.
by Bill Boone
www.dispatch.com/story/opinio...
I have had some health things this year (I am okay, the world has continued to move) and a thing I am both embarrassed by and grateful for is the ways in which the uncertainty and waiting have made me feel more aware. I dunno how, but I feel both more distracted and more present in wild turns.
July 22, 2025 at 2:31 PM
I have had some health things this year (I am okay, the world has continued to move) and a thing I am both embarrassed by and grateful for is the ways in which the uncertainty and waiting have made me feel more aware. I dunno how, but I feel both more distracted and more present in wild turns.
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“In fact, our new research shows that with the right coordination, cities can transform from energy consumers into flexible energy hubs able to store energy and release it as necessary. This would make it possible to avoid billions of dollars worth of grid upgrades.”
How EVs and electric water heaters are turning cities into giant batteries
Electrification means more demand on the grid. Smart charging of EVs and electric hot water systems could be the solution.
theconversation.com
July 22, 2025 at 6:57 AM
“In fact, our new research shows that with the right coordination, cities can transform from energy consumers into flexible energy hubs able to store energy and release it as necessary. This would make it possible to avoid billions of dollars worth of grid upgrades.”
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The never-before-seen photographs of The House at Pooh Corner when A. A. Milne and his son Christopher Robin called it home | Country Life buff.ly/dwQs22p
July 22, 2025 at 1:30 PM
The never-before-seen photographs of The House at Pooh Corner when A. A. Milne and his son Christopher Robin called it home | Country Life buff.ly/dwQs22p
It’s the time of year when so many delicious things are in season in Ohio and I am in heaven because it makes making tasty food SO easy
July 18, 2025 at 9:55 PM
It’s the time of year when so many delicious things are in season in Ohio and I am in heaven because it makes making tasty food SO easy
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I have been married to @newertkrocker.bsky.social for 14 years today. Spending my life with him is the greatest joy. I am so grateful we get to keep choosing each other.
July 17, 2025 at 8:10 PM
I have been married to @newertkrocker.bsky.social for 14 years today. Spending my life with him is the greatest joy. I am so grateful we get to keep choosing each other.
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From my friend who cooks, if anyone in Cleveland needs a free hot meal check this out!
“July 2nd free community meal at Denison UCC at 99th and Denison 10AM-1PM is gonna be turkey and gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, corn on the cob, buttered snow peas, zucchini bread and watermelon.”
“July 2nd free community meal at Denison UCC at 99th and Denison 10AM-1PM is gonna be turkey and gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, corn on the cob, buttered snow peas, zucchini bread and watermelon.”
June 30, 2025 at 3:28 PM
From my friend who cooks, if anyone in Cleveland needs a free hot meal check this out!
“July 2nd free community meal at Denison UCC at 99th and Denison 10AM-1PM is gonna be turkey and gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, corn on the cob, buttered snow peas, zucchini bread and watermelon.”
“July 2nd free community meal at Denison UCC at 99th and Denison 10AM-1PM is gonna be turkey and gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, corn on the cob, buttered snow peas, zucchini bread and watermelon.”
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Public schools are facing hundreds of millions of cuts to expected school funding. Plus, the state wants to take away some of their savings, capping the carryover revenue at 40% and refunding to taxpayers anything above that.
by Morgan Trau
www.news5cleveland.com/news/politic...
by Morgan Trau
www.news5cleveland.com/news/politic...
Ohio schools sound alarm with the governor over what they're calling a destructive budget
Ohio public schools are asking Gov. Mike DeWine to veto provisions in the GOP-passed state budget that they say would "destroy" them.
www.news5cleveland.com
June 28, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Public schools are facing hundreds of millions of cuts to expected school funding. Plus, the state wants to take away some of their savings, capping the carryover revenue at 40% and refunding to taxpayers anything above that.
by Morgan Trau
www.news5cleveland.com/news/politic...
by Morgan Trau
www.news5cleveland.com/news/politic...
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this one's an actual Tactics quote, btw
June 25, 2025 at 7:52 PM
this one's an actual Tactics quote, btw
Oh, and because teachers matter, too, they are taking our ability to vote on members who help control what happens with our pensions…https://www.nbc4i.com/news/politics/ohio-lawmakers-make-last-minute-teachers-pension-change-to-state-budget/
I have just…no idea how my district is going to survive this budget that just got approved 😭 How dare they take taxpayer dollars and pay for a billionaire’s stadium and leave kids swinging in the wind. Thanks, Ohio Senate.
Public school funding remains a concern as Ohio House, Senate pass state budget
Gov. Mike DeWine is expected to sign the budget or give line-item vetoes by midnight on Monday.
www.10tv.com
June 26, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Oh, and because teachers matter, too, they are taking our ability to vote on members who help control what happens with our pensions…https://www.nbc4i.com/news/politics/ohio-lawmakers-make-last-minute-teachers-pension-change-to-state-budget/
I have just…no idea how my district is going to survive this budget that just got approved 😭 How dare they take taxpayer dollars and pay for a billionaire’s stadium and leave kids swinging in the wind. Thanks, Ohio Senate.
Public school funding remains a concern as Ohio House, Senate pass state budget
Gov. Mike DeWine is expected to sign the budget or give line-item vetoes by midnight on Monday.
www.10tv.com
June 26, 2025 at 12:29 PM
I have just…no idea how my district is going to survive this budget that just got approved 😭 How dare they take taxpayer dollars and pay for a billionaire’s stadium and leave kids swinging in the wind. Thanks, Ohio Senate.
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probably a good time to bring this back
June 25, 2025 at 8:02 PM
probably a good time to bring this back
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Barbara Marx Hubbard says that our task is “to hospice what’s dying and midwife what’s being born.” There’s a lot to do and a lot to grieve and a lot to organize against and there’s also living to do and beauty to behold. - from me: open.substack.com/pub/prisoncu...
The Struggle is Permanent: Keep Fighting
Or some notes on carrying on...
open.substack.com
June 25, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Barbara Marx Hubbard says that our task is “to hospice what’s dying and midwife what’s being born.” There’s a lot to do and a lot to grieve and a lot to organize against and there’s also living to do and beauty to behold. - from me: open.substack.com/pub/prisoncu...
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None of us are free until *all* of us are free ✨
June 25, 2025 at 2:30 PM
None of us are free until *all* of us are free ✨
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Once again, it must be said as loudly as possible: AI can't do the things described in this paragraph, and there is no pathway to it ever being able to do them.
June 25, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Once again, it must be said as loudly as possible: AI can't do the things described in this paragraph, and there is no pathway to it ever being able to do them.
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Now more than ever we need Lake Breeze
June 24, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Now more than ever we need Lake Breeze
The Cleveland Plan:
Step 1: Destroy the lake and the schools
Step 2: ???????
Step 3: profit!
www.cleveland.com/news/2025/06...
Step 1: Destroy the lake and the schools
Step 2: ???????
Step 3: profit!
www.cleveland.com/news/2025/06...
Ohio’s algal-bloom attack plan faces deep budget cuts despite new signs of success
The Ohio legislature is proposing severe cuts to funding for the H2Ohio program that is designed in large part to combat harmful algal blooms in Lake Erie.
www.cleveland.com
June 24, 2025 at 1:14 PM
The Cleveland Plan:
Step 1: Destroy the lake and the schools
Step 2: ???????
Step 3: profit!
www.cleveland.com/news/2025/06...
Step 1: Destroy the lake and the schools
Step 2: ???????
Step 3: profit!
www.cleveland.com/news/2025/06...