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Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · 3d

In education, budget shouldn’t limit innovation. ABC Unified School District is proving it, integrating technology that’s strategic, inclusive, and grounded in strong pedagogy.
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Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Jul 23

New office setup is here and I’m so ready to dream even bigger and keep empowering others wherever they are in the world! 🌍 And that desk? 200 years old - Georgian, say hello to Retro! ⭐️ #NewOffice #HomeOffice #RetroAntique

Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Jul 18

Happy Nelson Mandela Day! Officially declared by the UN in 2009, Nelson Mandela Day reminds us that small actions can make a big impact.

This ready-to-use activity that students can open in Kami will help them reflect, respond, and spread kindness.

⭐️ Grab it here: meetkami.com/MandelaDayImpact

Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Mar 24

What an inspiring Kami training afternoon at Dainfern College! Teachers explored Kami’s most powerful time-saving and support tools - from instant question creation with Kami Questions AI, to Kami Translate and built-in accessibility features that support every student.

#edtech #LetsKami

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Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Mar 23

In the latest Heart & EdTech, we explore how teachers lead with courage - often quietly, but always with impact.
💡Your brave choices light the path. Read more: bit.ly/QuietImpact

#TeacherLeadership #EdTech #UbuntuInEducation #TeacherInspiration

Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Mar 19

Just arrived at the Google Cloud Launch Event in Johannesburg - the first of its kind on the African continent! 🌍

What a fantastic welcome - the energy of the marimbas filling the air, a true celebration of innovation and technology!

#GoogleCloud #Kami #AIinEdTech #InnovationAfrica

Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Mar 11

Exciting news for Google Educators in South Africa! 🇿🇦 @nicolerennieza.bsky.social is leading the GEG South Africa group, building a space where educators can connect, learn, and grow together.

This is a chance to be part of something great! #GEG #Education #EdTech

Nicole Rennie 🇿🇦 @nicolerennieza.bsky.social · Mar 10

🚀 🇿🇦 I’m honoured to have been asked to reignite GEG South Africa. To kick things off, we’re hosting our first meetup:
🟢 Thursday 13 March
🔴 4-5pm, SAST
🟡 meet.google.com/sfy-crfs-uty

💡 Intro yourself with this template:
docs.google.com/presentation...
#GEGSouthAfrica

Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Mar 9

In this edition of Heart & EdTech, I’m breaking down practical, easy-to-follow steps to help you build your teacher brand, connect with educators, and make a lasting impact.

📖 Read now 👉 bit.ly/TeacherBrand

#HeartAndEdTech #TeacherBrand #EdTech

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Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Feb 15

A little sneak peek of the incredible Kami team in London for Bett 🇬🇧 What an adventure and honour to represent Kami with our Kamily! Full video 🎬 to follow soon.

@nicolerennieza.bsky.social
@wendypeskett.bsky.social

#london #gratitude #Kami

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Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Feb 15

Hello, new office! 🗄️ Feeling so grateful to work in a space filled with creativity, magic, and inspiration. Looking forward to the new week ahead!

#OfficeInspiration #Gratitude

Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Feb 9

It’s easy to see why schools love Kami! A recent study showed that teachers who use Kami, spend:

✔ 33% less time planning
✔ 29% less time marking

Thanks to Deputy Principal, Jenny Woolway for championing these training sessions at Bracken High School!

#Kami #EdTech #AIinEducation

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Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Feb 2

What an honour to speak at the Google for Education Teaching Theatre at BETT in London 🇬🇧

It was wonderful being able to dedicate the session to the many students who often go unseen, and to showcase how AI can amplify voices, and make every child feel seen.

#BETT2025 #GoogleForEducation #Kami

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Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Jan 11

The new Heart & EdTech newsletter is out now! Explore the lives of 5 incredible educators who dared to dream big. From groundbreaking teaching methods to pushing the boundaries of space exploration, their stories will amaze you. Read the latest edition here: bit.ly/HeartLeaders

#education

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Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Jan 10

Ice cream for breakfast, plus a lot of Kami magic? Epic! Just finished a fantastic Kami Certified Educator prep session with the incredible Genevieve Hardy. Can't wait to help all the teachers at Japari School become Kami Certified next week! #KamiCertified

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Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Jan 6

I woke up with so much gratitude this morning! ❤️

On Saturday, I finally launched my first LinkedIn Newsletter and 24 hours later, 113 amazing humans subscribed! Thank you so much!

💌 If you haven’t subscribed yet, I’d appreciate for you to follow along here: bit.ly/HeartTechNews

#HeartandTech

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Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Jan 1

As we begin the new year, remember that our lives rarely follow a straight line. The twists and unexpected turns are where growth happens.

Progress is the real winner.

Wishing you a year of resilience, learning, and fulfillment!

#HappyNewYear #Happy2025

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Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Dec 31

Prepare students for the future with these 5 tips for balancing AI with human values in the classroom. 🤖+❤️=🚀

View the full guide here: bit.ly/AI-empathy

#AIinEducation #Humanity

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Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Dec 30

I can finally spill the tea! I’m very excited to announce that I’ll be speaking at Bett Global in London 🇬🇧 alongside @googleforedu.bsky.social

Don’t miss out on registering! Join me and attend other insightful #GoogleEdu sessions: rsvp.withgoogle.com/events/bett-...

#BettUK2025

Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Dec 8

This was the actual photo I took on the day! The window was high up, but the beautiful cat did not look stressed at all, more as if he/she wanted to take part in the discussions! 😹

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Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Dec 8

@wendypeskett.bsky.social ‘The Mystery Meow’. One day, in the middle of an e-Learning lesson, we all heard it - a loud ‘MEOW’ as I asked a question.

I stopped mid-sentence. “Did anyone hear that?” Followed by another ‘meow’ again!

The class erupted into giggles! Kitty was rescued. 😹

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Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Dec 3

I’m beyond excited to share this tiny, very zoomed-in sneak peek of what’s ahead! 👀 Honour means stepping into something bigger than yourself. Watch this space for the big reveal soon!

#grateful #EdTech #AI

Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Dec 2

Representing Kami on a global stage at the GESS Awards in Dubai was phenomenal! So grateful to work with such inspiring colleagues. It highlights the impact we make in millions of teacher and students’ lives through Kami and the collaboration that drive us as a team. 🌟 #TeamKami #GlobalImpact

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Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Dec 2

Hey, @mrshowell24.bsky.social! 💜🧡 Woo hoo! So fabulous connecting with you on here!

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Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Dec 2

Woo hoo! Great to be here and connect with you, @buddyxo.bsky.social @alicekeeler.com 🙌

Frankie Cilliers @frankiecilliers.com · Dec 1

Super excited to connect to and learn with the #EduSky community! Cannot wait to build meaningful relationships!

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