SparklzNsunshine

❤️ 5th grade TAG teacher of all things, Google Certified Educator, Seesaw & Buncee Ambassador, lifelong learner, LU grad, #DClife, daughter of the King🙏🏼 ❤️

[SparklzNsunshine @LibbiAnn]

@jmattmiller A lot of these lesson links say the content is no longer available 😭😭 is there a way to get it back?

[Alexandria Police @AlexandriaVAPD]

Snow-covered roads remain hazardous, especially overnight and early morning. These photos, taken over the last few nights by our midnight officers, show slick conditions—and even a herd of deer. Slow down and stay alert. #OneAlexandria #OneAPD https://t.co/Lkb8EIdMrw

[SparklzNsunshine @LibbiAnn]

@DrBradJohnson Awww my favorite classroom ever was 212! My last year there we were Pirates of 212, great memories!

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

CULTURE

[Shake Up Learning @ShakeUpLearning]

👋 Hey #Teachers!
Ready to transform your habits in 2026?
Join us for the Atomic Habits Book Study for educators! (Starts Jan. 7) https://t.co/Kj2YFDFr1c #edchat #edtech #k12 #teacherlife #TCEA #ISTE #FETC #googleedu

[George Couros @gcouros]

"Complaining about problems never fixes them; only our actions and example can make the world better."

20 Inspirational Quotes to Start Off 2026! - https://t.co/YnN99Hmjxu

[Calvin and Hobbes Fan Account @Calvinn_Hobbes]

On December 31, 1995, Bill Watterson published the final 'Calvin & Hobbes' comic strip. #CalvinandHobbes

[Linda @LndamyDark]

Very nicely done. Celebrities we lost in 2025.

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

As We Begin 2026, Thank You, Educators.
You teach content.
But you teach kids first.
Every one of them walks in wanting to belong.
To be accepted.
To know they matter.
You decide, every day, what kind of room they walk into.
A room where it’s safe to try.
A room where effort is valued.
A room where students feel seen.
That doesn’t show up in a lesson plan.
But it shows up in kids.
Years later.
They will remember the support.
The encouragement.
And how you made them feel.
They will remember that forever.
That’s the work.
That’s the impact.
Thank you for carrying it into 2026

[Matt Miller 🗑️ @jmattmiller]

Ready to UNLEASH classroom creativity? 🚀🫡

Don't miss this powerhouse session featuring @BookCreatorApp & @KamiApp at this year's Ditch That Textbook Digital Summit! Discover the magic of "app smashing" these two incredible tools to transform student projects and ignite imagination. 💥

The summit is happening Dec 15 - Jan 11 and it’s completely FREE!

👉 Register now to catch this session: https://t.co/B5sTpoOpkL #DitchSummit

[Matt Miller 🗑️ @jmattmiller]

Coding + Creativity = Vibe Coding 💻🎨

Greg Bagby and Tony Vincent are teaming up to show you that it's amazing what YOU can create. Whether you are a tech pro or a beginner, come catch the vibe!

Watch now!

🎟️ Get your free ticket: https://t.co/B5sTpoOpkL #DitchSummit #CSforAll

[Matt Miller 🗑️ @jmattmiller]

Bring the power of AI to your classroom... for FREE! 🤖🧠

Artificial Intelligence is changing the game, and Google has the tools to help you stay ahead. Join us for a must-watch session on Google's Free AI-Powered Tools for the Classroom. Discover how to leverage this technology to enhance learning without breaking the budget.

Access this session for free during the Ditch Summit, Dec 15 - Jan 11.

👉 Grab your free ticket: https://t.co/B5sTpoOpkL #ditchsummit

[Matt Miller 🗑️ @jmattmiller]

Have you seen this year's featured speakers for #DitchSummit???

🔥🔥🔥

Topics include student curiosity, AI, engagement, motivation, practical teaching ideas, and much more!

➡️ Register for this FREE online conference for educators Dec 15 through Jan 11 https://t.co/MwjUJCSG8k

[Matt Miller 🗑️ @jmattmiller]

Engagement isn't an accident—it's by design. 🚀

AJ Juliani is sharing "27 Practical Principles to Engage Students in Class." If you are looking for fresh ideas to get students excited about learning, this is the session for you!

📺 Watch now!

🎟️ Register for free: https://t.co/B5sTpoOpkL #DitchSummit #StudentEngagement

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

When Lincoln said, “If I had an hour to chop down a tree, I’d spend the first 45 minutes sharpening the axe,” we called it wise use of time.
But if a child needs 15 minutes of recess to prepare for 45 minutes of focused learning, we call it a waste of time.

[Brad Weinstein @WeinsteinEdu]

So true. 🙌

[Idaho Tribune @IdahoTribune]

Video of last nights firefighter procession from Coeur d’Alene to Spokane.

God rest the souls of the fallen, and may He comfort their families.

Thank you for your service 🫡

[Sean Feucht @seanfeucht]

BREAKING: Firefighters on an overpass in Idaho standing on their trucks to honor the fallen. 🥹🙏🏽🇺🇸

[americanair @AmericanAir]

We’re aware of reports that American Eagle flight 5342, operated by PSA, with service from Wichita, Kansas (ICT) to Washington Reagan National Airport (DCA) has been involved in an incident. We will provide information as it becomes available.

[Breaking911 @Breaking911]

HORROR: Webcam at the Kennedy Center catches explosion mid-air across the Potomac as D.C. helicopter and an inbound flight from Wichita, KS collide. Unknown number of people on board both aircraft.