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The Play Ed3 Podcast @played3.bsky.social · Sep 1

We applaud teachers for being “resilient.”
But resilience without rest is just exhaustion in disguise.

Full episode:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/eHrB71hRGcM
Spotify: https://spti.fi/w1PX5u4

#PlayEd3Podcast #TeacherBurnout #WellbeingMatters #EduSky
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The Play Ed3 Podcast @played3.bsky.social · Jul 29

🎉 100 streams & downloads!
It may seem small, but to us, it huge.

🙏Thank you to everyone who’s listened to The Play Ed3 Podcast so far!

This journey started just 3 months ago, and every play means the world to us. Here’s to learning, leading, and growing—together.

#thankyou #smallwins

100 Streams and Downloads of The Play Ed3 Podcast

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The Play Ed3 Podcast @played3.bsky.social · May 20

“If you want students to lead, you can’t be afraid of the questions they’ll ask.” 👏

Juli Parsons on why failure and autonomy belong in every classroom.

🎧 Full episode: open.spotify.com/episode/7HAj...

#played3podcast #StudentVoice #FutureOfEducation
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The Play Ed3 Podcast @played3.bsky.social · May 12

🚀 First episode of The Play Ed3 Podcast is LIVE! Meet your hosts @tishaponcio.bsky.social & @rickbutterworth.com as we kick off a new era for educators, learners & change-makers. 🎙️

🎧 Listen now: open.spotify.com/episode/1ndM...

#PlayEd3 #edtech #EduSky #podcast

Who are We?

The Play Ed3 Podcast · Episode

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Rick Butterworth @rickbutterworth.com · May 9

The first episode of The Play Ed3 Podcast drops Monday, May 12th!

Hosted by @tishaponcio.bsky.social and @rickbutterworth.com , this podcast brings real stories, insights, and conversations that matter to educators and change makers

👉 Follow @played3.bsky.social for updates

#podcast #PlayEd3

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Tisha @tishaponcio.bsky.social · May 4

We didn’t do an Instagram Live today but we did record our conversation!
Want to join us next time or listen in?

#TomorrowLeaders
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Tisha @tishaponcio.bsky.social · Apr 30

Every teacher I’ve ever met is a leader, some just haven’t been shown it yet. On @rdene915.bsky.social's #thriveEDU podcast, I share how educators lead every day, even when it goes unnoticed. Here more: open.spotify.com/show/5ShTVHH...
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#studentsuccess #tomorrowleaders

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Tisha @tishaponcio.bsky.social · Apr 27

Grades get all the attention, but we forget there’s an actual person behind them. @rickbutterworth.com and I dive into what student success REALLY means on @rdene915.bsky.social's ThriveEDU podcast.

Full episode on Spotify: lnkd.in/gqBxDDRJ

#studentsuccess #tomorrowleaders #teacherPD #thriveEDU

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Rick Butterworth @rickbutterworth.com · Apr 22

Giving feedback the right way builds confidence, not fear. 💬

Try “2 Stars and 1 Wish”:
⭐ Praise what’s working
⭐ Highlight another strength
💭 Share one area to grow

It’s simple, powerful, and helps learners thrive.

#feedbackmatters #teacherPD #tomorrowleaders #EduSky

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Tisha @tishaponcio.bsky.social · Apr 22

We explore how building authentic relationships and creating space for #studentvoice can turn classrooms into communities where #studentleadership naturally emerges.  Dropping May 19th: linktr.ee/tishaponcio  
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#LearnersToLeaders #TomorrowLeaders #studentsuccess

By embracing the diversity of learners and understanding each student's strengths, educators can create an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, valued and empowered.

Image of Today's Learners, Tomorrow's Leaders book cover plus headshots of Rick and Tisha and the preorder link: iste.org/tomorrowleaders

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Tisha @tishaponcio.bsky.social · Feb 3

Would love to see you for my #TCEA session at 10:30 am today and a session at @lumiosocial.bsky.social booth at 3:00! (#portfolios #neurodivergent learning) www.instagram.com/reel/DFmUFXX...

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Rick Butterworth @rickbutterworth.com · Feb 1

Grades don’t tell the whole story- portfolios do

Join @tishaponcio.bsky.social and I for our #TCEA session:

Unleash your Story: The Transformative Power of Digital Portfolios
📅 Monday, Feb 3rd, 2025
⏰ 10:30 am CST

Learn how portfolios empower students and support authentic assessment

#EduSky

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Tisha @tishaponcio.bsky.social · Feb 1

Grades don’t tell the whole story- portfolios do.
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Join us Monday for this #TCEA session and let us share WHY portfolios support your students and HOW they can help you meet multiple goals at once. We will also share a few sneak peeks of our upcoming book and send you away with resources to help!

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Unleash Your Story The Transformative Power of Digital Portfolios

Monday Feb 3rd 2025
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM CST
Room 19A

Plus:
Grades don’t tell the whole story-portfolios do. Discover how digital portfolios empower students, transform assessment, and set everyone up for success!

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Rick Butterworth @rickbutterworth.com · Jan 14

A brief look into my journey toward something I once believed I could never achieve.

#todayslearners #tomorrowsleaders

Preorder now: lnkd.in/ecmfsj_2

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A little about me…

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Tisha @tishaponcio.bsky.social · Jan 11

Available for Preorder now:
ISTE: iste.org/products/a1w...
Amazon: a.co/d/1mssbwq
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Rick Butterworth @rickbutterworth.com · Jan 9

So many of you have let @tishaponcio.bsky.social and I know you've preordered our book! ✨THANK YOU!✨

We wrote this to empower student leaders and with YOU in mind also! There are nuggets for everyone no matter the chapter you choose!

ISTE - iste.org/products/a1w...

Amazon - a.co/d/dyKnHYR

Today's Learners, Tomorrow's Leaders: 9798888370476:Paperback,Books:Digital Media and Creativity,Accessibility and UDL,Teaching Strategies

Boost student autonomy and empowerment in the classroom to cultivate leadership skills and develop the entrepreneurs of the future.

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Rick Butterworth @rickbutterworth.com · Jan 1

Happy new year to all my friends around the world!

Wishing you all the best for 2025 🎉🎉🎉

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Tisha @tishaponcio.bsky.social · Dec 20

We are headed to #ISTELive but this time as AUTHORS!
Stay tuned for our session and much more leading up to San Antonio!
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#NotAtISTE? Not a Problem! We will have opportunities for you to join in the book release fun!
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#tomorrowsleaders

Spark Joyful Learning, Two great events coming together in 2025! July 29- July 2 in San Antonio, Texas ASCD and ISTE.

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Tisha @tishaponcio.bsky.social · Dec 16

✨We’ve been working on something transformational, and it’s almost ready for you. ✨

Pre-Order now:

a.co/d/fzq4e9S

iste.org/products/a1w...

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#tomorrowsleaders @rickbutterworth.com
#EduSky

Preorder Now! Available June 3, 2025; Book Cover: Today's Learners, Tomorrow's Leaders: Inspire Your Students to Succeed in School and Beyond by Tisha Poncio and Rick Butterworth; “Writing this book has been an incredible journey. It combines our passions: empowering educators, cultivating student leaders, and inspiring innovation. Our drive to complete this project was motivated by one mission: to make the world a better place and create lasting change.” ISTE, AMAZON, TARGET, BARNES & NOBLE logos are visible to show where book can be preordered.

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Rick Butterworth @rickbutterworth.com · Dec 16

We’ve been working on something transformational, and it’s almost ready for you.

Pre-Order now
ISTE: iste.org/products/a1w...

Amazon: a.co/d/fzq4e9S

Barnes & Noble: www.barnesandnoble.com/w/todays-lea...

Target: www.target.com/p/today-s-le...

#tomorrowsleaders #EduSky
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Tony Vincent @tonyvincent.bsky.social · Nov 29

Here's my attempt to get educators who were used to Twitter up to speed with Bluesky. #EduSky

💬 Character and media limits
#️⃣ Edu hashtags
📝 Customizable feeds
🕑 Realtime chats
🚫 Ads, bookmarking, scheduling
👥 Starter Packs
🧩 Sky Follower extension

learninginhand.com/blog/2024/11...

The Butterfly Effect: Bluesky Basics for Teachers — Learning in Hand with Tony Vincent

Curious about the buzz on Bluesky? Discover how this decentralized platform is bringing educators together with familiar features, fresh possibilities, and hashtags like #EduSky that are sparking vibr...

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Rick Butterworth @rickbutterworth.com · Nov 28

Happy Thanksgiving to all my #edusky friends across the pond! 🎉💙🦃

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Sean Gaillard @smgaillard.bsky.social · Nov 24

Just finished “Unreasonable Hospitality”—what a compelling read for leaders! It’s an inspiring story of how people unite to build something meaningful, fueled by a shared vision, joy, and bold exploration. A must-read for school leaders and teams to spark growth together! #LeadershipRiffs #EduSky

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Rick Butterworth @rickbutterworth.com · Nov 24

Decided to travel up to Scotland this weekend, and it just happened to be the day there was a lot of snowfall on the way up. It was all gone in less than 24 hours

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Rick Butterworth @rickbutterworth.com · Nov 24

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