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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Sep 6

My 4th graders have been diving into the world of wetlands.

This week they chose a type of wetland to recreate, using food items to represent the unique plants and animals of their ecosystem. It was a hands-on challenge that sparked imagination, critical thinking, and a whole lot of fun.

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Jul 21

It’s #clearthelist time! That magical time of year when educators beg friends, family, and total strangers to help them supply their classrooms. So, if you have a few bucks to spare, I’m headed back for year 26 and would love anything you give. 💜

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Apr 9

If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need. - Cicero

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Mar 28

Facts! I would welcome them back to my classroom.

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Mar 27

What we learned this morning in 3rd grade:

✅Strategic Thinking
✅Teamwork ✅Compromise
✅Problem-Solving
✅Perseverance
✅Resource Management
✅Communication Skills
✅Emotional Regulation

What we did:

✅Played Games

#GBL

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Mar 25

We can’t spend all day inside - time to plant our pollinator garden. 🪴 🦋🐝

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Mar 15

Receiving a framed copy of my article from EdTech Magazine was an incredible and unexpected surprise. It’s such a meaningful gesture that left me truly touched! Thank you to Taashi Rowe and EdTech Magazine for the opportunity to express my views on STEM and for this thoughtful gift. #EdTech #STEM

Kim Niebauer proudly displaying her framed article.

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Mar 9

Today I met with some of my GirlsWhoCode members, fellow sponsors, and parents to watch Rule Breakers - an incredible movie about the Afghan Girls Robotics Team’s their struggles and successes. We were joined by a homeschool robotics group and tickets were courtesy of Availity and She Can Code It.

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Mar 5

Spring has sprung in Florida! 🌸🌱 Time to roll up our sleeves and prepare our garden beds. Excited to nurture new life and watch our garden grow. Let's get planting! 🌿🌼 #SpringInFlorida #GardeningSeason

5th graders mowing the grass in the garden area

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Feb 16

Thank you!

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Feb 15

I'm locked out of X so guess I'll be here more often. 🤷🏻‍♀️
It was a great week! 10k step club, round 1 ended. I placed 3rd out of 12. Just started round 2 today and we have 16 members now.
I'm already at 12k and trying to decide if another walk is worth it to have the highest score today. 🤔

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Feb 11

Congratulations! 🎉

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Feb 8

5th grade had an exciting visit to the DCPS Minecraft lab. We started with a bit of free building, then, we dove into a math session to enhance our understanding of area and volume, tackling problems and creating our own models. We finished with a group build challenge to design a treehouse.

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Feb 7

Today in 3rd grade, students followed a recipe for fruit salad to learn about equivalent fractions. A delicious and fun success!

$Learning about equivalent fractions by making fruit salad.$ $Learning about equivalent fractions by making fruit salad.$ $Learning about equivalent fractions by making fruit salad.$

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Feb 6

What a fun idea!

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Feb 6

This cloud looked like a vertebrae today.

$Vertebrae-looking cloud with light refraction$

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Feb 2

My boy is home and today is his 20th birthday. 🎉🥳🎂

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Jan 19

Thank you so much! 😊

Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Jan 19

Although I didn't take first place, I am immensely proud, humbled, and grateful for the overwhelming support and well wishes from everyone. It was truly a night to remember, and I am deeply thankful for all the kindness shown to me, both in person and across all platforms.

Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Jan 19

Last night felt like a whirlwind dream. Being honored as one of the Top 5 Teachers of the Year for the 20th largest school district in the United States is an exhilarating milestone in my career.

My hubby who has supported me for 28 years.

My Principal to my right and Deerwood Rotary Sponsor to my left.

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Jan 16

Loved your session on circuits at the Mega Mobile Share.

Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Jan 14

So glad to see you guys!

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Corey Alderdice @alderdice.bsky.social · Dec 26

Gifted students aren’t a rarity—they’re in every classroom. Yet most teachers receive zero training in how to support them.

Today's pod explores a recent @NAGCGIFTED report on how universal prep in #GiftedEducation can uplift all learners. #gtchat #edusky

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Gifted Education 101: Why It Belongs in Every Teacher's Toolbox

A Slice with 'Dice · Episode

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Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Dec 24

This also reveals the pantry of anyone with teenagers. They eat A LOT.

Kim Niebauer @nieb77.bsky.social · Dec 12

Thank you! 😊

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