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Iris Gibson

@irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social

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I am the business education teacher at the alternative high school program in Arlington, Virginia. I teach Economics/Personal Finance, Accounting and Entrepreneurship. 2022 Teacher of the Year, Arlington Public Schools. VCEE Teacher Fellow 2023-2024

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Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · 3d

Today @langstonhsc.bsky.social Entrepreneurship students calculated COGS with the dirt and worms activity. Always fun!
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Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · 10d

Oh my gosh, insurance pictionary was so much fun!
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Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · 12d

Spontaneous notes like this written by students are the best. 🩷
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Daniel A Collier, PhD @dcollier74.bsky.social · Sep 9

Id say it was if people work for or are associated with organizations trying to actively harm the institutions they're supposed to be protecting

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Virginia Democrats Accuse GMU Rector of Conflict of Interest

The lawmakers say the George Mason board leader’s role at the Heritage Foundation is a conflict of interest. The conservative think tank has called on the Trump administration to block federal funding...

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Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · Sep 10

Today we did a fun review game that I stole from another teacher. Students toss a bean bag on a target with a point value. If it lands then they get a review question. If it's answered correctly their team gets the points.
Interesting to see their different strategies!
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Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · Aug 28

Today I used a great activity from ToriTeachesBiz to illustrate the differences in economic systems using monopoly. Fun and it works!
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Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · Aug 28

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Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · Aug 28

Lots of fun in Entrepreneurship class yesterday. We started with playing Disruptus and then did the Airplane Challenge from Empowered. Students competed to earn the most profit on paper airplanes that could fly at least 20 feet. 🛩️

Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · Jun 20

Another school year ends. Grateful for my awesome colleagues 💛
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Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · Jun 14

Look who got her textbook for teaching dual enrollment economics! I'm so excited.
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langstonhsc.bsky.social @langstonhsc.bsky.social · Jun 3

Today, we celebrated Langston's graduation! 🎓 Students from three high schools came together as one, showcasing the strength of our community. A heartfelt thank you to all the families and friends who supported our graduates on this incredible journey! hsc.apsva.us/post/langsto...

Langston 2025 Graduation Ceremony - Langston

Congratulations to the Class of 2025! We are incredibly proud of our graduates for reaching this important milestone. This achievement would not be possible without the dedication and support of... Re...

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Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · Jun 4

The seniors are gone! Today my co-teacher and I played a Jenga review game with our one student. She was such a good sport!
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Arlington County Government @arlingtonva.us · Jun 1

Are you looking to make some mula this summer, #arlingteens? 💸💰
Teen Job Board 🔍 jobboard.arlingtonva.us/page/Teen-Jobs
Teen Job Seeker Resources 📄 arlingtonva.us/Government/Programs/AEC/Teen-Job-Seekers

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Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · Jun 3

Graduation day is the best day!
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Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · May 30

@langstonhsc.bsky.social students Annmarie and Claire are smart and thoughtful young women. We'll miss you! Stay in touch! 💛

Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · May 24

Congratulations to Ivan and Claire who were on the winning @langstonhsc.bsky.social Stock Market Game team! They made over $7000 in about 3 months.
👏🎉👏🎉

Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · Apr 11

Today @langstonhsc.bsky.social econ/pf students did their quiz and then we did playdough and pictionary before heading off on spring break. 🌷🌸
Be safe! See you soon!

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langstonhsc.bsky.social @langstonhsc.bsky.social · Apr 4

🌸🎉 What an amazing turnout for our first open house, "Spring into Langston"! We're thrilled to see our community come out and show such fantastic support. Thank you for making this event a success! Here’s to many more moments together! #EngageAPS #EveryAPSStudent

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Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · Mar 19

Learning about posting to the ledgers with candy 🍬
#accounting

Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · Mar 18

A little supply and demand review at the whiteboard! ✍️

Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · Mar 12

Measuring utility and diminishing marginal utility with marshmallows today!

a marshmallow with a face and legs is walking on the ground in a video game .

ALT: a marshmallow with a face and legs is walking on the ground in a video game .

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Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · Feb 28

My students use post-its to tell me how confident they feel about the topic. The bullseye means they could teach it.
Looking pretty good!
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Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · Feb 28

To invest or to not invest? My students evaluate business opportunities and choose where to invest their money. Afterwards, I reveal the true identities of the businesses and the investment multipliers!

Iris Gibson @irisgibsonbiz.bsky.social · Feb 28

This week my Langston High School Continuation Program accounting students did the pool noodle challenge. They did amazing!