Matt Caratachea, Ph.D.

Director of Instructional Innovation Goochland County VA - #makered enthusiast, @VSTE Board of Directors, & music fanatic

[Matt Caratachea, Ph.D. @TechWithMatt]

We’re looking for a passionate and innovative educator to join our team! The Instructional Technology Coach position at Goochland High School is now open. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and support the incredible work happening at GHS.
https://t.co/gN1pVWKMDM

[Matt Caratachea, Ph.D. @TechWithMatt]

8th graders at GMS experienced an awesome breakout that brought collaboration, critical thinking, & FUN to life! @Alphabet_Miller & @MrBeasleyteach met some rockstars from @SufVAschools at @vste. @xscapetheclass & @powrau traveled to GCPS to collaborate on a top-notch breakout!

[Steve Geyer @sagGEYER]

Engineering on a Saturday morning! 🌟 Conundrum Day 2025 @glndschools

[Matt Caratachea, Ph.D. @TechWithMatt]

There’s nothing like listening to Mrs. Vaughan bring history to life for our 4th graders with Henry’s Freedom Box—and with @Novel_Effect adding soundscapes, it was even more engaging! Such a powerful way to engage students and spark meaningful conversations.

[Goochland Elementary @GESOtterFam]

❄️📚 Snowy days are perfect for cozy reading! Don’t forget to read our Goochland Reads book, A Boy Called Bat. This week is chapters 15-21. Happy reading, Otters! 🦦

[Jennifer Cosby @JenCosbyBES]

Pianos & Oranges makes for a curious learning experience. Thank you Mr. Mock for educating our students on conductors, insulators, & electricity using Makey Make. “This is soooo cool!” Stellar lesson! Everyone is a Science person, #ChangeTheStory
@MrMeiller

[Steve Geyer @sagGEYER]

Finished the day with our GMS Eagles, presenting their inventions designed to make the world a better place. 🌎 Our students crushed! 🌟 @GMSEagles

[Mrs. Routson @LibbyRoutson]

In our #VSTE24 era! @GESOtterFam @glndschools

[Matt Caratachea, Ph.D. @TechWithMatt]

Excited to share and learn at #VSTE24! I’m thrilled to participate in two panels on Monday! AI Implementation in Schools at 1:00 PM and an Apple Distinguished Schools Showcase at 2:15 PM. Can’t wait to collaborate and discuss the future of #EdTech and innovation!

[Matt Caratachea, Ph.D. @TechWithMatt]

This was so much fun! I don’t know who was more engaged, the suspects or the students!

[Lindsey Dewey @MrsDeweyGHS]

Summitt’s Forensics class had a blast figuring out which of our holiday-themed suspects ate Santa’s gingerbread man! These amazing staff members brought their characters to life, and the students asked great questions as they interrogated the suspects. So fun! @GMSEagles

[Steve Geyer @sagGEYER]

Ms. Kim Watts, moments before this evening’s Holiday Hoedown. ☃️ It’s Ms. Watts’ 37th holiday program, she’s written and composed each one. Ms. Watts is a true gift to our school-community.

[GRAETC #EdTechRVA @GRAETCorg]

EdTechRVA isn’t just a conference—it’s a celebration of Richmond’s vibrant education and technology communities. 🌆⚡ Be part of the celebration. The countdown is getting low.... only 5 days left... Submit your proposal by December 1st.
#RevItUpRVA #EdTechRVA

[Goochland Elementary @GESOtterFam]

Otters of the Month! From our SRO, to our custodial supervisor, to our amazing teachers and staff, you all make GES a special place.

Thank you for your commitment, care, and positivity. Your impact is felt in every corner of GES-and we’re so grateful for all that you do!

[Steve Geyer @sagGEYER]

Girls on the Run 5K on this beautiful November afternoon, a program having an incredibly positive impact on our kids! 🏃🏽‍♀️ 🏃‍♀️

[Matt Caratachea, Ph.D. @TechWithMatt]

I loved getting to get some hands on professional learning last week with @Alphabet_Miller and @GMSEagles teachers during Eagles Explore! I can’t wait to see how teachers and students leverage @Flocabulary in their classrooms!

[Matt Caratachea, Ph.D. @TechWithMatt]

What a great meeting with the best school library team around! We started the meeting by decorating pumpkins as book characters. I think they turned out pretty great!! @sjsmith_ges @RoadrunnerLMC @TeacherZoe @MrsDeweyGMS @GoochlandLC

[Matt Caratachea, Ph.D. @TechWithMatt]

@tmays921 @vste I hope I see you at the conference!

[Matt Caratachea, Ph.D. @TechWithMatt]

🎉 @mrs_mnoone is teaching @GESOtterFam 5th graders to use @canva for video editing, and their skills are shining! Get ready for an incredible GES Kid News this year—these students are going to amaze you! 🎬📚

[Matt Caratachea, Ph.D. @TechWithMatt]

This should be really fun! Can’t wait!!

[VSTE @vste]

It's Back to School Time! Celebrate a new school year with VSTE at a Campfire Chat. Join us for time to meet educators from across the state and learn about AI Tools that will a teacher's life easier. Sign up now at this link - https://t.co/3nP3fNE004 #weareVSTE #VSTE23 #Bac...

[Goochland County Public Schools Schools @glndschools]

🎉 We’re thrilled to kick off the new school year! Last week, our new teachers hit the ground running, and this week, we welcomed everyone back at our convocation. Can’t wait to see our students on 8/19! 📚✨