2026 SIOP® Virtual Conference Session Proposal Submission Form SIOP® Virtual Conference Dates - July 14-16, 2026 Please submit one form per session proposal by March 4, 2026 (11:59 pm Eastern Time). We are looking for engaging, highly interactive sessions wi...

✨ We want to hear from you!
Send in your session proposal for the 2026 SIOP® Virtual Conference (July 14–16) and share what is working in your classroom!

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🗓️ Extended Deadline: March 4, 2026 (11:59 pm ET)

#ELskychat #EduSky #EduSkyChat #PD4uAndMe

Gemini said The sun streams through the floor-to-ceiling windows of a modern learning hub, but the real energy is buzzing in the air between the gadgets and the greenery. In the center of the room, a sleek, white robotic cart stands ready, its digital interface glowing blue as it carries a curated collection of physical books and tablets—a bridge between the tactile and the digital. In the background, the "Invisible Library" is in full swing. A student sits perched on a beanbag, lost in a virtual world through a VR headset, while others huddle around a 3D printer, watching their digital designs take physical form. It’s a space where the traditional boundaries of a library have vanished, replaced by a seamless blend of technology, creativity, and community. Floating above this scene is a reminder of the conversation that fuels this innovation. A logo featuring a steaming mug of tea and an open pair of glasses signals the heart of the community: #TLSkyChat (Teacher Librarian Chat). It’s a call to action for educators to gather and discuss the evolving landscape of literacy. The details are clear: mark your calendars for Wednesday, February 11th, at 8 PM ET. Whether you’re there for the tech or the tea, it’s time to explore the future of the Invisible Library.

Join us for #TLSkyChat, The Invisible Library on Wednesday (TODAY!) at 8pm EST/5pm PT.

We will explore ways to reach Ss who feel the library is not for them. Let’s find new paths that welcome everyone into the library.

Check out the questions HERE

An image showing a white background with a quote and a logo for a Substack newsletter. At the top, the text reads: “You should never feel like you have to defend a reading choice!” Below the quote is a large, bold logo: CTRL+ [Book Icon] READ. Underneath the logo, smaller text says: Vulnerability in Sharing Your Reading. At the bottom of the image, the website address is listed as TECHIE LIBGRL.SUBSTACK.COM, with a small Substack bookmark icon in the bottom right corner.

I’ve been thinking about the vulnerability of sharing your reading. 📖 I’ve had Ss do this for years without pondering the implications. Sharing your reading is a bit like exposing a part of yourself. How can we create safe spaces for exploration & vulnerability? Read More

#TLSkyChat #TLSky #EduSky

Bright blue promotional graphic for #TLSkyChat (Teacher Librarian Chat). A smiling illustrated person hugs a stack of books in front of outlined library shelves. Text reads: “TLSKYCHAT.COM January 28th @ 8PM EST / 5PM PT” and “WE ARE BACK!” A logo shows an open book, glasses, and a mug with the hashtag #TLSkyChat.

Are you excited?!?! #TLSkyChat is coming back next week. Our topic will be Student-Centered Libraries: Voice, Wellness, & Neurodiversity. Questions will be posted next week so STAY TUNED!

Find all things #TLSkyChat here

#TLSkyChat #TLSky #EduSky #SEL #Libraries #Library #SchoolLibraries

Balance is the key. #iteachmath #eduskychat #eduprotocols #mathreps

Heading to FETC? We are ready! (video made with @3duxdesigntips.bsky.social and HUE animation #edtech @fetc-official.bsky.social #FETC26 #makereducation #edusky #eduskychat #edtechchat #skybrarians

Holiday Rebus Re-Creation Leveraging AI to Update a Classic. Rebus Puzzles were a childhood favorite of mine, and revisiting them as an educator led me to reimagine them with color, inclusivity, and even emojis. A simple nosta...

Remember those fuzzy, black-&-white Holiday Rebus puzzles from school? I did a thing... and gave them a colorful refresh! I've recreated them with vibrant images and even snuck in a few new holiday songs. Say goodbye to that 1000th-generation copy!

Get a dose of festive nostalgia: Link to Details

#VELI2026 applications are open! Read the FAQ, register for an information session, then put together a team and apply! Here's to fostering intentional change rooted in shared values in #HigherEd.

#AcademicSky #EduSkyChat #EduSky

A festive graphic featuring a tall book stack arranged like a holiday tree with lights, a star topper, a menorah, and dreidels. The text reads 15 Days of Techy Tidings Countdown to the Holiday Break with the CTRL+READ with TechieLibGrl logo above.

✨Techy Tidings is live for December✨ Counting down the days until break! I am sharing quick tech tools and creative resources to spark joy and boost engagement all month long. Cozy vibes, playful activities, and easy ideas you can use right away. Explore: hturner.my.canva.site/techy-tidings 🎄📚✨🕎🕯️

Screenshot from Busy Things' Common trees activity, ideal for National Tree Week

National Tree Week Starts Tomorrow and Runs for the Whole of Next Week.

It's a great time to look at the trees around you in more detail.

Can your pupils recognise this tree from our Common trees activity?

#edusky #eduskychat #eduskyprimary

Following on from yesterday's blog post on fine motor skills, today's ACTIVITY OF THE WEEK is Line tracing!

Choose the line you'd like your pupil to trace and adjust the settings, so that they have help, have a guideline to follow or copy freehand!

#edusky #eduskyprimary #eduskychat

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T-minus 1 hour until #TLSkyChat! Grab your drink and join us as we dive into gaming in the library! 🎉📝 Check out tlskychat.com for the full topic details. See you at 8pmET/5pmPT! ✨ #Edusky #EduSkyChat #TLSky #Skybrarians #Gamification #Libraries #LibrarySky

Alt text: A bright blue graphic promoting the upcoming #TLSkyChat titled “Gamification in the Library: Engagement Beyond Check-Outs.” The design features white bold text, a red Uno card showing the number one, a white die, and a colorful spinner with an orange game pawn. The lower text reads “Join us next week, 11/12, as we explore Gamification in the Library: Engagement Beyond Check-Outs.” Subtle outlines of books, dice, and game controllers decorate the background.

🎲 Tonight's #TLSkyChat dives into Gaming in the Library: Engagement Beyond Check-Outs!

Join us TODAY Wednesday 8PM ET/5 PM PT to explore how play builds SEL, sparks joy, and boosts engagement.

Bring your favorite games + ideas!

#TLSky #TLSkyChat #Gamification
@lyfemathluv.bsky.social

Alt text: A bright blue graphic promoting the upcoming #TLSkyChat titled “Gamification in the Library: Engagement Beyond Check-Outs.” The design features white bold text, a red Uno card showing the number one, a white die, and a colorful spinner with an orange game pawn. The lower text reads “Join us next week, 11/12, as we explore Gamification in the Library: Engagement Beyond Check-Outs.” Subtle outlines of books, dice, and game controllers decorate the background.

🎲 Next week’s #TLSkyChat dives into Gaming in the Library: Engagement Beyond Check-Outs!

Join us next Wednesday, 11/12 at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT to explore how play builds SEL, sparks joy, and boosts engagement.

Bring your favorite games + ideas!

#TLSkyChat #EduSky #Gamification #GameEdu #TLSky

"When you love the work, you don't cheat it or the demands it asks of you." ~ Ryan Holiday, Discipline is Destiny

A little something for educators from my reading this morning.

#houseofedtech #edchat #eduskychat

Graphic shows circles with photos of TPTE scholarship recipients on a white background and text congratulating the recipients. There are multi-colored balloons on the right-side of the graphic, an orange star burst on the left-side, and the TPTE logo in the lower right-hand corner.

Congratulations to our Fall 2025 & Spring 2026 Scholarship Recipients! We're so proud of these future teachers & teacher educators! #TeachersRock #utkteachereducation #utknoxville #utkcehhs #AcadmicSky #EduSky #EduSkyChat @utknoxville.bsky.social

🎉 Join us at #WIDA2025!
Don’t miss SIOP Author, Dr. Katie Toppel’s workshop on Tues, Oct 28th (2:45pm). Then stop by the Savvas Booth #27 for a meet & greet (4:15-4:45pm), snacks, & prizes!

👉 savvas.com/SIOP
#MLLchat #ELs @katietoppel.bsky.social #SIOP #ELsCan #K12 #ELskychat #EduSky #EduSkyChat

@ajbianco.bsky.social and I will be LIVE tonight for the next episode of @podcastpd.com!

We're answering your education questions and exploring some questions from educators on Reddit.

Join us here: podcatpd.com/live

#edusky #edchat #podcastpd #podcastedu #eduskychat #njed

Harvard FAS Cuts Ph.D. Seats By More Than Half Across Next Two Admissions Cycles | News | The Harvard Crimson The Faculty of Arts and Sciences slashed the number of Ph.D. student admissions slots for the Science division by more than 75 percent and for the Arts & Humanities division by about 60 percent for th...

Harvard cuts >75% PhD student admissions in science and >60% in arts and humanities for the next 2yrs. This administration is doing so much long-term damage.
#Education #EduSkyChat #MedSky #NoKings

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Slowchat engaged tlskychat get started today

We had a fantastic discussion last night on #TLSkyChat about Banned Books Week. Continue the conversation via #TLSkyChat But there is more to share so join in and Checkout the Questions and add to the discussion

#TLSky #Booktok #ALAOIF #FREADOM #RighttoRead

Since the #eduskychat hashtag has been essentially silent for a month, let's try to revitalize it! What new theories or movements or books have you read recently that have changed the way you teach or interact with students? #edusky #librarian #skybrary #library #librarysky

Graphic shows circles with photos of TPTE scholarship recipients on a white background and text congratulating the recipients. There are multi-colored balloons on the right-side of the graphic, an orange starburst on the left-side, and the TPTE logo in the lower right-hand corner.

Graphic shows circles with photos of TPTE scholarship recipients on a white background and text congratulating the recipients. There are multi-colored balloons on the right-side of the graphic, an orange starburst on the left-side, and the TPTE logo in the lower right-hand corner.

Congratulations to our Fall 2025 & Spring 2026 Scholarship Recipients! We're so proud of these future teachers & teacher educators! #TeachersRock #utkteachereducation #utknoxville #utkcehhs #AcadmicSky #EduSky #EduSkyChat #academia #teacher #education

Promotional graphic for #TLSkyChat featuring the chat logo with an open book and coffee mug. Text reads: “Wednesday 08:00 EST — Join Us.” Below, a Banned Books Week theme appears with a crossed-out “Censorship is so 1984” slogan, stars in red and blue, and “Read for your rights.” A red book with a yellow “Banned Books Week” banner lists the dates October 5–11, 2025, and the URL BannedBooksWeek.org.

📚 Celebrate Banned Books Week with #TLSkyChat!
Join @jenniferlagarde.bsky.social and I for a discussion on censorship, intellectual freedom, and the role of school libraries in protecting readers’ rights.

🗓️ Wednesday, Oct 8 | 🕗 8–9 PM EST

🏫 Building background supports academic language development for ALL students.
➡️ Download our FREE SIOP® strategies resource for ideas and inspiration: ow.ly/gj2z50X1Hr3

#SIOP #ELsCan #MLLChat #K12 #ELs #ELskychat #EduSky #EduSkyChat #PD4uAndMe

Fall STEM workshop signup Hi folks, please fill out the details below to join our Fall Fun STEM=project Workshop on Monday. October 6th at 5 pm EST (and 8 PM EST- depending on interst)

Love literacy, simple machines and fall-themed projects? Join my workshop on Oct 6th (PD-party for teachers).. forms.gle/eZh6BcsBimY2... #edusky #makereducation #playbasedlearning #eduskychat #edtechchat #sunchat #ltsky #kidlit

Love literacy, simple machines and fall-themed projects? Join my workshop on Oct 6th (PD-party for teachers).. forms.gle/eZh6BcsBimY2... #edusky #makereducation #playbasedlearning #eduskychat #edtechchat

Started Day 1 in a sharing circle. As I suspected, Ss were shy to share. It became more of a community circle and allowed them to ask qs about a new school and being in Gr 7.
Tomorrow I am going to focus on talking about intelligent failure and psychological safety.
#edusky #eduskychat #mtbos

Here we go! Day 1 of the school year. Leaning into the discomfort of starting the year with blank walls and no desks! New school = construction zone and limited supplies - kind of forces you to rethink how we can do this differently!
#edusky #mtbos #eduskychat

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As coaches, we can make the biggest impact not by giving teachers everything at once, but by breaking "all things" into manageable steps, focusing only on 1 or 2 areas at a time and providing detailed year, unit, and/or lesson samples.

#SoMuchToLearn #EduSky #EduCoach #EduSkyChat

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This experience has been a powerful reminder: when we coach, we sometimes forget just how many moving parts teachers are juggling, especially when they’re new to a subject or grade.

#EduSky #EduCoach #EduSkyChat