Tonya Mead

Mother | Wife | ESL Teacher | Lifelong Learner |

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

Thanks to @EricHolder and @DemRedistrict, more voters will be able to choose their politicians in this next election instead of the other way around.

And what better way to celebrate that progress than to hear from @JohnLegend, @iamwill, and @JayPharoah.

[🌍 Dr. Michelle Shory 💻 @michelleshory]

☀️⛱Are you looking for summer enrichment ideas that #MLLs will enjoy? 😎Check out these freshly curated ideas on #ELL20point0. Let @irina_mcgrath and me know what ideas YOU have! And HAPPY SUMMER!! 💗☀️https://t.co/3taHNyLmOD

[Jennifer Frankowiak @jen_esl]

Love this chart showing ways teachers can support ELs at different proficiency levels for mini lessons. It's very clear and detailed. I can't wait to share with my staff.
#Ellchat_BkClub 29.0 #ReadingWritingELs @ValentinaESL @DrMelindaMiller

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

Last week, I spoke with some of the young activists who have already recognized the problem that disinformation poses to our communities and are doing their part to fix it. Take a look at our conversation:

[Chancey Library @ChanceyLibrary]

STLP was a success! I hope to take even more teams next year 🥰 It was amazing to see so many students and parents support our goal of finding books that include everyone! #STLP @ChanceyChat @STLPKentucky

[Ms.Scheler @KatieScheler]

DRESS AS A WORD DAY! Connecting our @ELeducation unit to our themed day! 🦋POLLINATOR🦋 @ChanceyChat #Gameon #ReadAcrossAmerica #ReadAcrossChancey 📖📚 @mrszapple @LBrooks203 @cmahan224

[Chancey Library @ChanceyLibrary]

We’re closing out #ReadAcrossAmericaWeek with dress as a word day and “Ada Twist, Scientist” in this library! @andreabeaty #JCPSlibrarians @ChanceyChat

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

Last night, Russia launched a brazen attack on the people of Ukraine, in violation of international law and basic principles of human decency. Here’s my statement on what it means, and what should happen next.

[Tonya Mead @ESLLions]

https://t.co/VENCTnTTGE

[Jenni Aberli @JenniAberli]

Words are powerful and how you use your words is a choice. Let's make this world a better place & choose to use words that make a positive impact by bringing joy, positivity and goodness into the world. We all need this right now. Be the change - make the difference.

[Governor Andy Beshear @GovAndyBeshear]

I love Will and Lila more than life itself. Will is headed for a full recovery and I can’t wait for that moment! Hold your children tight and appreciate every moment. ^AB

[Tonya Mead @ESLLions]

@michelleshory @tech4teach_ @kreceveur @jackietalkthai @russhockenbury @kids_inspire @JCPSAsstSuptTL @SPDirectorCDLI I just signed up for it!

[Governor Andy Beshear @GovAndyBeshear]

Universal Pre-K for all 4-year-olds and full-day kindergarten not only helps our kids and our families, it also addresses one of the most pressing obstacles for workforce participation. It's a win for our economy and our people.

[Irina McGrath, Ph.D. @irina_mcgrath]

🤔Did you know that✍️writing has great benefits for students & teachers? Explore the infographic @michelleshory & I created with 8⃣ reasons why we should write more & examples of writing. Each reason is 🔗 to an article🗞️#ELL2point0
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📌https://t.co/aaUHieXatp📌

[Tonya Mead @ESLLions]

@bscomedian @netflix @dustyslay @janellejcomedy @marknorm @melissavcomedy @Blacktress Thank you for the laughs and your perspective! I'm an instant fan and have much respect for you!! Keep doing you!! You matter!!

[Tonya Mead @ESLLions]

@bscomedian @NetflixIsAJoke Please come near or around Louisville, KY to perform. We would love to see you!! Your standup performance is hilarious and uplifting!! Thank you for making me laugh! I have so much respect for you! Keep on doing you!!

[Dr. Catlin Tucker @Catlin_Tucker]

Looking for ways to engage your #ELL remotely? This website has ideas for reading, writing, speaking & listening activities that are possible in the home environment. Great visuals too! Offline #Learning at Home: Ideas for English Language Learners https://t.co/z4WNcO4y36

[🌍 Dr. Vαℓєηтιηα Gσηzαℓєz ♥️🙌🏽 @ValentinaESL]

For those of you moving into virtual/online teaching again this January.

[Newcomer Academy @NewcomerAcademy]

JCPS Social Studies - Election 2020. Are you 18 years old or older (by 11/3/20)? Are you a citizen of the US? Register to vote by October 5 - learn more here! #JCPSVotes https://t.co/KMRwo7jixg

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

All right, let's try something new. If you’re in the United States, send me a text at 773-365-9687 — I want to hear how you're doing, what's on your mind, and how you're planning on voting this year.

I'll be in touch from time to time to share what's on my mind, too.