Jim Christopher

Dr. Jim Christopher is the retired head of KGMS/Maplewood a K-12 school for children and young adults with learning differences.

[Jim Christopher @JimRChristopher]

This is one of the most discouraging reports that I have ever read. We definitely have our work cut out for us.

[Fordham Institute @educationgadfly]

At least a quarter of K–3 teachers aren’t fully committed to the science of reading.

In disadvantaged schools, it’s at least a third.

That gap matters.👇https://t.co/ncn3d6dHCL

[Jim Christopher @JimRChristopher]

I had the privilege of meeting Stanislas Dehaene at a conference in Perth, Australia in 2019. His insights revolutionized my thinking about how children learn. Not surprisingly, his brain research supports both CLDT and Rosenshine's Principles. Powerful stuff!

[Steve Hare @sharemath]

In 𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘞𝘦 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯, Stanislas Dehaene—one of the world’s leading cognitive neuroscientists and winner of the Nobel-equivalent Brain Prize—identifies the 4 Biological Pillars of Learning. Without all 4 of these pillars in place, learning is fragile and will not last: 🧵

[Jim Christopher @JimRChristopher]

A gentle reminder to Queen's Park that in Canada the flags are at half-mast to honour those who have died. "Half-staff" is an American term, not Canadian.

[Legislative Assembly of Ontario @lao_english]

The flags are at half-staff from sunrise until sunset at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario in memory of former Member of Provincial Parliament Daniel Newman (Scarborough Southwest, 1995-2003) https://t.co/GKa81HiogV

[FanDuel Sportsbook @FDSportsbook]

Rod Brind'Amour made the Stanley Cup Final as the captain of the Hurricanes (2006).

Rod Brind'Amour made the Stanley Cup Final as the head coach of the Hurricanes (2026).

Rod Brind'Amour is forever a Carolina legend 🫡

#StanleyCup | #SoundTheSiren

[BelongsInBlue 🇨🇦 @belongsinblue]

May 29th, 2025 - The Toronto Blue Jays reach .500.

May 29th, 2026 - The Toronto Blue Jays reach .500.

[Jim Christopher @JimRChristopher]

Not even Hitler put his own face on currency (he settled for postage stamps). However, in monarchies, it's quite common.
Clearly envious of Charles III!

[Adam Schiff @SenAdamSchiff]

In violation of laws against putting a living president’s likeness on our currency, Donald Trump wants his image on a $250 bill.

How about trying to help Americans with their bills instead?

[Jim Christopher @JimRChristopher]

Considering that the vast majority of entrants to Harvard were top of their high school classes, is it really a stretch to consider that their grad rates & marks might be skewed to the high end? It would be interesting if there has been a major change in the last 10-15 years.

[Jesse Gamble @jkgamble3]

@Educhatter Wild times.

[Jim Christopher @JimRChristopher]

You hardly need a whistleblower to expose this. Every Pearson traveller has been aware of this "backdoor" to the baggage area for the past 20+ years! Many times I have taken this route to greet arriving friends and family and help them with their bags.

[Mario Nawfal @MarioNawfal]

🇨🇦 It's shockingly easy to walk into restricted areas of Canada’s busiest airport in Toronto.

[Mario Nawfal @MarioNawfal]

🇨🇦 It's shockingly easy to walk into restricted areas of Canada’s busiest airport in Toronto.

[Jim Christopher @JimRChristopher]

Congratulations Tyler! Great achievement. Clearly your mother's son!

[Premier David Burt @BermudaPremier]

Congratulations to everyone who participated in the 117th Bermuda Half Marathon Derby over the weekend and congratulations to Tyler Smith on his victory.

One hundred and seventeen years later, the Bermuda Half Marathon Derby continues to bring Bermuda together in a way few events can.

From the runners on the road to the supporters lining the route before sunrise, the atmosphere across the island was something special.

Whether you entered to compete, push yourself, or finally took on the challenge after years of saying “next year,” well done. And to this year’s winners, congratulations on outstanding performances.

It was also fitting that Dr. Gina Tucker was recognised for her years of service to the Derby. Under her leadership, the event continued to grow while preserving the spirit and traditions that Bermudians value so deeply.

[Premier David Burt @BermudaPremier]

Congratulations to everyone who participated in the 117th Bermuda Half Marathon Derby over the weekend and congratulations to Tyler Smith on his victory.

One hundred and seventeen years later, the Bermuda Half Marathon Derby continues to bring Bermuda together in a way few events can.

From the runners on the road to the supporters lining the route before sunrise, the atmosphere across the island was something special.

Whether you entered to compete, push yourself, or finally took on the challenge after years of saying “next year,” well done. And to this year’s winners, congratulations on outstanding performances.

It was also fitting that Dr. Gina Tucker was recognised for her years of service to the Derby. Under her leadership, the event continued to grow while preserving the spirit and traditions that Bermudians value so deeply.

[Paul W Bennett @Educhatter]

The "Learning Recession": An American National Scorecard raises the key question - what if the slide in student learning started in 2013, long before the pandemic? What's missing in Canada? A fulsome debate on this critical issue #cdned

[Paul W Bennett @Educhatter]

Wake up @CCMEC ! It's in your domain. If not, why exist and carry on in your current form?

[Anna Stokke @rastokke]

What a pleasure to finally meet Greg Ashman in person! I’ve been a longtime admirer of his work. It was an incredible experience to visit his amazing school in Ballarat to learn about the outstanding work they're doing. Thank you @greg_ashman!

[Catherine Cook @CatherineCook58]

@rastokke @greg_ashman Fabulous! Anna, you're getting to meet another of the most important voices about effective education in Australia, Greg Ashman! What an amazing trip you're on! I'm only a lot jealous! 😊

[Jon Harper @Jonharper70bd]

As the school year comes to an end I am still working on having all of my 4th grade students know their multiplication facts instantly. The thing is, they knew them in January and we practice them every day. This is frustrating but eye opening. In this conversation we discuss specific retrieval practices that teachers have found work for them. I have begun to revisit some of the strategies these last few weeks and I have noticed it has helped, especially having them recall their facts from memory and not just studying flash cards.
@smorrisey @effortfuleduktr @bamradionetwork @SciInTheMaking https://t.co/s7hTmwkb3I

[Natalie Wexler @natwexler]

What's behind the complaints that knowledge-building curricula don't include whole books--when they actually do?

I try to unpack that in my new post on Minding the Gap:

https://t.co/srwGSz7nxF

[Jim Christopher @JimRChristopher]

But the same thing could have been said about Gerald Ford. Not all Republicans are megalomaniacs!

[Varad Mehta @varadmehta]

Considering Jimmy Carter wasn't president during the Bicentennial, it would have been very hard for him to make it about himself.

[Jim Christopher @JimRChristopher]

@Canada @ParksCanada @cdntourism Capilano Suspension Bridge, the Lighthouse at Peggy's Cove, Rideau Canal, Niagara Falls.