Earth Day is April 22, and @sharemylesson.bsky.social has resources covering conservation, recycling, tree planting, biodiversity, climate change and more. Click here:
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Tell us what you think!😊 @aft.org @rweingarten.bsky.social @aftteach.bsky.social @aftnewjersey.bsky.social @texasaft.org @aft-oregon.org @uft.org @ctulocal1.bsky.social @sari.bsky.social @kellycbooz.bsky.social @msamberchandler.bsky.social @barbararblackburn.bsky.social
AI is the most disruptive change maybe ever, certainly in my lifetime. AI, social media & addictive algorithms disrupt learning and harm kids' well-being. We have to act—to put up guardrails & boost engagement. The student-teacher relationship must be central. My column:
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In Los Angeles, @utlanow.bsky.social members reached a tentative agreement after 14 months at the bargaining table that delivers major wins—from salary increases and paid parental leave to more student support staff & special education improvements. #PublicSchoolProud
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In St. Augustine, @floridaea.bsky.social members are speaking out about how cuts to SNAP and school meal programs would impact students’ ability to learn and thrive—and why proper funding matters. #PublicSchoolProud
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In Norwalk, @aftct.bsky.social is highlighting the essential role paraprofessionals play in supporting students in classrooms, hallways and beyond—and the care and dedication they bring to their work every day. #PublicSchoolProud
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Distraction-free learning isn’t just about academics. It’s about helping students build relationships, social skills and attention—and have fun.
Learn more from the Spring 2026 American Educator 👇
Please join us MONDAY, April 20th at 10am ET for our panel discussion, "Defending Democracy: The Hungarian Elections and the Future of Hungarian Democracy."
More information and registration --> www.shankerinstitute.org/event/hungar...
From burnout to the NYC Marathon 🏃♂️💙 This inspiring story is a reminder for K-12 educators that wellness starts with one step, one friend, and one small change at a time sharemylesson.com/blog/move-more-month-nyc... @nyrr.bsky.social @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
Help students make sense of today’s biggest stories 📰
@pbsnewsclassroom.bsky.social offers standards-aligned lessons, critical thinking questions, and cross-subject resources to go beyond the headlines 🌍
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From housing to healthcare, child care to college, even the cost of keeping up with credit cards or medical bills, working Americans are struggling under the burden of rising costs & debt. The Fight for Affordability campaign has resources to help AFT members navigate these challenges.
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Strong literacy instruction starts with strong resources. The new American Educator column “Leading for Literacy” will regularly highlight research-based tools, classroom strategies and professional learning opportunities that help educators bring the science of reading to life.
AFT members from across the country were in Washington, DC today to talk with their members of Congress about the issues most important to working families—like protecting and strengthening public education, keeping higher education accessible, and supporting working class tax cuts.
Students are reading fewer whole books, and the consequences are showing up in classrooms from elementary school to college. In American Educator, find out how reading whole books doesn’t just improve academic outcomes—it helps build empathy, community, curiosity and joy⤵️
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This is one of Share My Lesson's most-read wellness blogs!
AI chatbots are entering mental health spaces. But they are tools, not replacements for human care 🤖❤️
For educators, this raises important questions about privacy, safety & student support👇
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Get classroom-ready resources, webinars, tipsheets, and educator blogs delivered monthly with AFT’s Professional Learning Newsletter 📬✨
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How do we help students and communities navigate health information they can trust? 🧠 The Vital Lessons series brings expert voices and real conversations to educators on topics like mental health, vaccines, and student safety ❤️
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It’s National Pathway Day!🎉
Pathway programs support student success by combining academics with career and technical education and work-based learning., Students gain skills, confidence, and direction after graduation.
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🍎 Teaching The Giving Tree? Help students go beyond the story to explore what it means to care for each other and the planet 🌎💛 This engaging lesson connects literature to environmental responsibility sharemylesson.com/teaching-resource/giving... @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
🎉 Congrats to the 2026 Top 50 Educators Honoring Trailblazers making a real impact in classrooms & communities👏Proud to celebrate the AFT members among this group👉 https://bit.ly/4a3i7y3 @uft.org @nysut.bsky.social @msamberchandler.bsky.social @aft.org @alicetsui.bsky.social
Join @rweingarten.bsky.social and @vinguptamd.bsky.social on 4/30 for a Vital Lessons webinar on medical debt and healthcare affordability. They'll share findings from AFT's latest survey and explore practical resources you can use now to navigate costs. Register ⤵️
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110 years ago today in Chicago, paraprofessionals & teachers from Illinois, Indiana, New York, Pennsylvania, & Washington DC came together to found the very first local of the American Federation of Teachers.
Today & every day, we're proud to celebrate our past & organize for a bright future.
New benefit!
You show up for your students every day 💛
But are you taking care of yourself?
Learn to recognize compassion fatigue & rebuild resilience in this April 15 webinar🌱
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🎂 🎉 Today we celebrate AFT's 110th birthday! Thank you to all of our members. We are stronger together 🎁🥳 @rweingarten.bsky.social @evelyndejesus.bsky.social @aft.org @uft.org @texasaft.org @nysut.bsky.social @ctulocal1.bsky.social @aftteach.bsky.social @aftmaryland.bsky.social @aft-oregon.org
Today we celebrate AFT's 110th birthday! Thank you to all of our members. We are stronger together @rweingarten.bsky.social @evelyndejesus.bsky.social @aft.org @uft.org @ctulocal1.bsky.social @nysut.bsky.social @texasaft.org @marlau-k.bsky.social @kellycbooz.bsky.social @sari.bsky.social
How do we create spaces where adult learners feel safe to speak up AND grow? 🤔
This blog shares strategies for building “brave spaces” in professional learning communities 🤝📚
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All of @sharemylesson.bsky.social free, for-credit Virtual Conference webinars are now available on demand. Start with Miesha Parker's session, "From Mandatory Reporting to Mandated Support: Understanding Educator Power to Transform Family Crisis Response."
Teaser 👇🏼
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Too much info, not enough time? 📚🤖 Join @kellycbooz.bsky.social @sari.bsky.social 4/14 @ 6 PM ET to learn how NotebookLM can help turn articles, curriculum & data into real classroom insight. 😊 sharemylesson.com/webinars/ai-educator-bra...
