Bridges Institute for Professional Development

The Bridges Institute for Professional Development is a 501(c)3 organization devoted to providing PD resources to Texas public school educators.

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The National Academies had published a very thorough report about the state of pandemic effects on students and families, particularly students who were "at-risk" prior.

Here's a link to the executive summary. https://t.co/6kUcfZH4lU

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Teachers' tone of voice can shape classroom culture. Researchers found that students' sense of competence, for example, is "undermined" by teachers with controlling tones, while supportive tones improve students' bonds with teachers.
https://t.co/W0YU4fYExe

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Despite some teachers working an average of 54 hours a week, many report not having time to complete their essential duties. Data show that teachers want more time for planning and teaching rather than administrative tasks.

https://t.co/fWFL4Zw0JJ

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Register for @sharemylesson virtual conference. https://t.co/EwOPRz1Mto

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An Illinois school district extended a ban on classroom cellphones for kindergarten to eighth grade. Brock Bainter says the new policy has led to better interactions among students and teachers.

https://t.co/b1TCPWtdGZ

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Texas ranks last in access to mental health services in a report released by Mental Health America.

https://t.co/6Up7cex8dp

[Socorro AFT @SOCORROAFT]

Today these @SocorroISD @SOCORROAFT Teachers & Staff left our Student Loan Forgiveness Clinic $10,000 to $20,000 debt free with just a few clicks. 💵👍🖱

Thank you @TexasAFT PD Presenter Jamie Womack for sharing this great information.

#TeamSISD #IamAFT #UnionStrong

[Bridges Institute for Professional Development @TexasAFTBIPD]

We are 13 days away from the October 31 PSLF waiver deadline! @AFTunion will be holding a debt clinic blitz starting this weekend that you can register for here: https://t.co/wD2GMFnftZ. Daily clinics are starting on Saturday, October 22.

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National Hispanic Heritage Month is an important time to highlight the contributions of the Hispanic world to history, music, art, literature, and public education. Check out this week's Hispanic Texans recognized by @TexasAFT

https://t.co/Ai8dtpXikW

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AFT's International Affairs department released their report, Inspiring the Next Generation of American Career Tech Education: AFT Study Mission to Germany. We hope you find this information interesting and valuable in your work.
https://t.co/RRTfh1mML3

[Bridges Institute for Professional Development @TexasAFTBIPD]

The @AFT is holding a student debt webinar every day between September 28th and October 4th! Learn how to use Summer to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness before the expanded waiver expires on October 31st! Register for a webinar session here: https://t.co/TE68S59xaX

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@SOCORROAFT hard at work! #RespectUsOrExpectUs

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#RespectUsOrExpectUs

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An amazing 1 hour online Know Your Rights session via @TexasAFTBIPD was so empowering! Educators logged in from all over TX.
Missed it? We can bring it to a campus near you like @truittcfisd did. Educated teams=productive stronger encouraged powerful 🤝

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@CyFairAFT @truittcfisd Thank you for attending. It was great seeing you all!

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@AFTteach @AFTunion @sharemylesson @rweingarten @kellycbooz @MarlaUcelli We LOVE @sharemylesson in Texas! Thank you!

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The National Network of State Teachers of the Year is designing Teach for Equity, and they need teachers for a beta test. Compensation is $800. Apply here by August 24th:
https://t.co/A7s3sRJzb8

[Christine Morgan, M. Ed. @Ms_Morgan15]

Looking for a kid-friendly, CLEAN (lyrics and message) playlist for your classroom?!

I've got 7! ... Yes, SEVEN!!!

Check them out here -- https://t.co/LsoAbxH5db

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Tesha Robinson, a high-school assistant principal in Illinois, says self-awareness is especially important for those who are stepping into leadership positions in education.

https://t.co/4NS1lDdj19

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This summer, University High School in Texas introduced its first emotional support animal, Bear, a 1-year-old sheepadoodle.
https://t.co/LgFn7WLem4

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Aldine ISD has expanded a program to lengthen the school year to four campuses. Schools adhere to a 210-day school year -- rather than 180 -- led to higher achievement in reading and math and improved family engagement and whole-child support.

https://t.co/NubrXxCsL2