Monica Simonds M.Ed.

Wife, Mother, Life-long learner, Poet, Aspiring Educational Innovator, retired Advanced Learning Director, and now Product Strategist for Riverside Insights.

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

It’s time for my #OneWord2024 and this one has me so excited. #possibilities! Not just trying to look on the bright side. I’ll focus on what could be to #DreamBig beyond what is. #WhyNot?

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

Alright, PA. Heading your way with some great info to share. Anyone else going?

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

@bscoggins623 @JJPearceHS Those are awesome! You scored big! Are they going to sell to the public?

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

Love this! Way to grow their brains! @growinggiftedco

[Richardson ISD @RichardsonISD]

#RISDitn Our students are awesome 🤩and inspire us every single day! #EveryChildEveryDay #RISDBeTheOne

[RISDecs @RISDecs]

"I love potty training" - said no one
Check out our resident Child Learning Academy experts as they help families navigate this important, and often stressful, early childhood milestone https://t.co/ULqP0xnHJM
#RISDBeTheOne #RISDecs #RISDLeadandInt @JWhiteRISD

[TAGT @TXGifted]

Are you a school or district leader not in a G/T-specific role? This free Dec. 5 workshop at #giftED24 is for you! Gain tools to help your teachers embrace an "all kids can" mindset & teach rigorous Tier 1 instruction. https://t.co/iamnnBHJSK

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

@IamBranum @RichardsonISD One month I’m not going to be traveling and I’ll be able to make it!

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

@vescalante73 Preach! Good teaching is good teaching!

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

I'm asked often what my new job entails. 🤷‍♀️ Sometimes, I get to present at conferences like the 52nd Annual TABE Conference. Visit us at our booth! I can't wait to learn more about how we can best support our multilingual learners. https://t.co/XTJyHVqh8B @TA4BE #TABE2024 @sched

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

@hollieaharrison I spy my fave…because I’m her mom! @Nikole_Woodruff

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

@kim_murphyk @GISDTLD @CBeardGT I miss seeing you all at MAAC!

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

@LittleEaglesCLA @RISDecs @RISDLeadandInt @Deliaovalle3 @CarenBatey And you guys do this so well!🥰

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

@_TeacherTaylor @JHermosillo5 She’s awesome!

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

@CBeardGT @GISDTLD @gisdnews Congratulations, friend! So proud of you!

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

@mrshoytinthelib @LIBRARIESinRISD I’m so glad you did this. My grandbabies are in their dots. Although, the boy is in Dino dots since he didn’t have anything polkadot.🥰

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

What an impactful topic as this year’s @risdgt theme.

[growingupgiftedco @growinggiftedco]

What a joy to visit some amazing Advanced Learning Teachers & students as they discuss the meaning of power, how it may be used or abused, habits of mind, & why it’s important to challenge our brains. @RISDCCR is off to a strong start in 2024-2025! #RISDbetheone #giftededucation

[J Taylor Ed: The Center for Depth & Complexity @JTaylorEdu]

Science is the OG when it comes to multi-sensory instruction. It is simple and natural for teachers to incorporate the Depth and Complexity Framework into their science instruction! https://t.co/qZvlvuRI0d

[TAGT @TXGifted]

You're invited to the TAGT parent webinar Balancing Brilliance: Nurturing Executive Function & Mental Health in Gifted Kids on Sept. 10, @ 6:30 PM CST! Presented in English & Spanish, this is perfect for parents looking to support their gifted children! https://t.co/UzTBe5DUgD

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

Love seeing @JTaylorEdu #DepthandComplexity in action.

[Cassie Starnes @StarnesScholars]

We had a great day talking about our different perceptions of matter! 👓 Love how they are applying their depth and complexity icons. @canyoncreekrisd

So excited to start with our first investigation of matter tomorrow!! 🧊 #4thgradeROCKS #RISDbetheONE

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

@BallastShawna @MrsJenWatson @kjstrickland There’s some awesomeness right here!

[Monica Simonds M.Ed. @MonicaSimonds]

@IamBranum @RichardsonISD So true! 👆I know I am most successful when people show they believe in me. You were one of those people!