Melissa Luce

I believe in public schools. Proud alum of @edworkforcedems, @dcpublicschools & @usedgov. Now senior communications officer at @gatesus. Tweets = mine

[Melissa Luce @MelissaSLuce]

@inmygreatwarera 11300!

[Melissa Luce @MelissaSLuce]

@capitalweather kids outdoor birthday party tomorrow at 11am. Think we have any chance of it happening?

[vanessa vakharia @TheMathGuru]

I call them “math myths” but I love that @MichaelaLR points out that these myths become the fabric of our overall narratives 📝 #NCTMDC23 @gatesfoundation

[Melissa Luce @MelissaSLuce]

@paigekowalski @RebeccaSibilia Me too!

[Collaborative for Student Success @StudentSuccess]

If you haven't voted for @StudentSuccess' "Myth Busting: Math is for Everyone" @SXSWEDU panel, it's not too late! Community voting ends August 20th. We need your help to bring the critical discussion to one of the largest events in education. cc: @TheMathGuru

[Melissa Luce @MelissaSLuce]

Gutwrenching to read this story. Thank you for sharing her story, @ANCCostello. May Maple's memory be a blessing. Donating now to @ShenandoahSR in her honor. Thinking of all the @dcdistrictdogs staff and families suffering today.

[Melissa Luce @MelissaSLuce]

@311DCgov the traffic light at Wisconsin and Massachusetts Ave NW traveling north on Wisconsin is not visible. It’s facing the other direction and facing the sidewalk, not the street.

[Melinda French Gates @melindagates]

Diversity makes our society smarter, stronger, and more innovative. In the face of today’s ruling, I’m more committed than ever to fostering diversity through my work—whether that’s in our nation’s classrooms, boardrooms, or the halls of Congress.

[Mark Suzman @MSuzman]

The @gatesfoundation is committed, alongside our partners and grantees, to ensuring all students – including and especially Black, Latino, and Indigenous students and students from low-income backgrounds – achieve their educational goals and that race, ethnicity, and income are no longer predictors of student success in any facet of life. Our promise stems from our mission to address longstanding systemic inequities that make it challenging for some people to reach their full potential.

The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision that it is unconstitutional for colleges and universities to consider race during the admissions process will negatively impact many students of color, limiting their access to educational opportunities that create a path to a better living and a better life. Postsecondary education is a proven ladder out of poverty, a key to the middle class and better job opportunities, but the sad reality is that access to education has never been provided equally in America.

While the breadth and depth of the implications this decision will have on the field of higher education and beyond is not yet known, we will continue to work every day to create meaningful impact that narrows equity gaps and increases opportunity.

[Bob Hughes @BobHughesK12]

The @NAEP_NCES math decline isn’t just a dip, it’s a wakeup call that should give us all a sense of urgency around improving education in this country & giving students & teachers the support they need. Our team has taken a look at the data and a few things stand out to us: (1/9)

[Steve Snyder @TheSnydes]

Alarming new data about our students, and what's been lost amid the pandemic:

[Melissa Luce @MelissaSLuce]

Spotted at #asugsvsummit - @GatesUS leadership between many packed sessions and meetings. So proud to work with these visionary, outcome driven optimists!

[Cookie Monster @MeCookieMonster]

Happy #PiDay! Me happy to celebrate any holiday dat celebrates such a yummy food. 🥧

[Bob Hughes @BobHughesK12]

These are some cool ideas to celebrate #PiDay from @teacher2teacher! Check them out! https://t.co/4KXUcj4fiS

[Gates United States @GatesUS]

It’s true — math makes the 🌎 go round!

📷: @Math8LC

[Sara Allan @Sara_Allan]

This #IWD2023, I'm reminded how fortunate I was to have my mother, grandmothers, and aunts, all of whom instilled the idea that girls can do anything they set their minds to and paved the way for me to follow my dreams.

[TODAY @TODAYshow]

Do you know what to do if someone near you goes into cardiac arrest? We've brought in some experts to explain how to administer CPR and use an AED.

[Melissa Luce @MelissaSLuce]

@CMLewisGeorgeW4 @311DCgov @DCDPW It was! We thanked them profusely and the street looks much better. Thank you so much.

[Melissa Luce @MelissaSLuce]

@311DCgov - hello, @DCDPW leaf removal never came to the 300 block of Allison St NW but the tracking map says they did. Please create a ticket and help us - we’re drowning in leaves! Cc: @CMLewisGeorgeW4