@religionmatters.bsky.social
Honored to serve as a panelist for this month’s #GlobalEdMeetup. Grateful to Longview & Tanenbaum for creating space to explore why #religiousliteracy is essential for #globalcompetence & civic readiness. Inspired by the educators committed to this work & excited to continue pushing forward.
December 12, 2025 at 1:14 AM
Honored to serve as a panelist for this month’s #GlobalEdMeetup. Grateful to Longview & Tanenbaum for creating space to explore why #religiousliteracy is essential for #globalcompetence & civic readiness. Inspired by the educators committed to this work & excited to continue pushing forward.
Closing out an inspiring @socialstudies.org #NCSS2025.
Deeply grateful for the educators who showed up ready to learn, question, and collaborate. Heading home thinking about what’s next especially how we continue advancing #religiousliteracy. Already sketching ideas for #NCSS2026.
Deeply grateful for the educators who showed up ready to learn, question, and collaborate. Heading home thinking about what’s next especially how we continue advancing #religiousliteracy. Already sketching ideas for #NCSS2026.
December 7, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Closing out an inspiring @socialstudies.org #NCSS2025.
Deeply grateful for the educators who showed up ready to learn, question, and collaborate. Heading home thinking about what’s next especially how we continue advancing #religiousliteracy. Already sketching ideas for #NCSS2026.
Deeply grateful for the educators who showed up ready to learn, question, and collaborate. Heading home thinking about what’s next especially how we continue advancing #religiousliteracy. Already sketching ideas for #NCSS2026.
Just wrapped an energizing @socialstudies.org #NCSS2025 session on the Scopes Trial exploring how one 1925 event about science and religion still raises urgent questions about democracy and education & how civic+disciplinary inquiry can help make sense of it. Grateful for the educators in the room.
December 6, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Just wrapped an energizing @socialstudies.org #NCSS2025 session on the Scopes Trial exploring how one 1925 event about science and religion still raises urgent questions about democracy and education & how civic+disciplinary inquiry can help make sense of it. Grateful for the educators in the room.
Spotted in the @socialstudies.org #NCSS2025 Bookstore: Teaching About Religion in the Social Studies Classroom. An essential resource for anyone strengthening #religiousliteracy in their curriculum. Add this one to your bag! You’ll come back to it often.
December 6, 2025 at 10:47 AM
Spotted in the @socialstudies.org #NCSS2025 Bookstore: Teaching About Religion in the Social Studies Classroom. An essential resource for anyone strengthening #religiousliteracy in their curriculum. Add this one to your bag! You’ll come back to it often.
Grateful for this recognition from @socialstudies.org and the Kaur Foundation. Religious literacy is collective work, and I’m fortunate to learn from so many educators who are committed to helping students understand our diverse world with empathy & accuracy. This award is a reminder to move forward
December 5, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Grateful for this recognition from @socialstudies.org and the Kaur Foundation. Religious literacy is collective work, and I’m fortunate to learn from so many educators who are committed to helping students understand our diverse world with empathy & accuracy. This award is a reminder to move forward
The @socialstudies.org HOD just passed the resolution I brought forward on promoting #religiousliteracy. I’m thankful for the colleagues & partners who push this work with care. This decision reflects a commitment to preparing students for a diverse world. 📸 Photo of me courtesy of Janice Sutton
December 5, 2025 at 10:24 AM
The @socialstudies.org HOD just passed the resolution I brought forward on promoting #religiousliteracy. I’m thankful for the colleagues & partners who push this work with care. This decision reflects a commitment to preparing students for a diverse world. 📸 Photo of me courtesy of Janice Sutton
Grateful to share that I’ll be recognized with the 2025–2026 @socialstudies.org Religious Literacy Award tomorrow at @socialstudies.org #NCSS2025. Thank you to everyone who supports this work and helps move religious literacy forward in our schools. #religiousliteracy
December 4, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Grateful to share that I’ll be recognized with the 2025–2026 @socialstudies.org Religious Literacy Award tomorrow at @socialstudies.org #NCSS2025. Thank you to everyone who supports this work and helps move religious literacy forward in our schools. #religiousliteracy
Checked in at the @socialstudies.org Annual Conference and feeling grateful. Every year this gathering reminds me why the work of social studies matters so deeply. Looking forward to presenting, learning alongside brilliant colleagues, and bringing fresh ideas home.
#NCSS2025
#NCSS2025
December 4, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Checked in at the @socialstudies.org Annual Conference and feeling grateful. Every year this gathering reminds me why the work of social studies matters so deeply. Looking forward to presenting, learning alongside brilliant colleagues, and bringing fresh ideas home.
#NCSS2025
#NCSS2025
Checked in at the @socialstudies.org Annual Conference and feeling grateful. Every year this gathering reminds me why the work of social studies matters so deeply. Looking forward to presenting, learning alongside brilliant colleagues, and bringing fresh ideas home.
#NCSS2025
#NCSS2025
December 4, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Checked in at the @socialstudies.org Annual Conference and feeling grateful. Every year this gathering reminds me why the work of social studies matters so deeply. Looking forward to presenting, learning alongside brilliant colleagues, and bringing fresh ideas home.
#NCSS2025
#NCSS2025
Today at the @socialstudies.org House of Delegates, I’m presenting the resolution I authored to strengthen inclusive, academically grounded religious literacy in social studies. Honored to advance this work at #NCSS2025. Read the resolution: bit.ly/RLncssHOD
December 4, 2025 at 8:50 AM
Today at the @socialstudies.org House of Delegates, I’m presenting the resolution I authored to strengthen inclusive, academically grounded religious literacy in social studies. Honored to advance this work at #NCSS2025. Read the resolution: bit.ly/RLncssHOD
Just arrived in DC for @socialstudies.org #NCSS2025 Grateful for the opportunity to share my session on “The Scopes Trial: Lessons and Legacy in Today’s Classroom” and to accept the NCSS Religious Literacy Award. Looking forward to learning, connecting, & carrying this work forward.
December 3, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Just arrived in DC for @socialstudies.org #NCSS2025 Grateful for the opportunity to share my session on “The Scopes Trial: Lessons and Legacy in Today’s Classroom” and to accept the NCSS Religious Literacy Award. Looking forward to learning, connecting, & carrying this work forward.
Revisiting this post from #NCSS2024—didn’t realize then that I was outlining the beginnings of a Scopes Trial session. This year, I’m presenting The Scopes Trial: Lessons and Legacy in Today’s Classroom at @socialstudies.org #NCSS2025 on Dec. 6 from 10:50–11:45. Grateful to bring idea full circle.
December 3, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Revisiting this post from #NCSS2024—didn’t realize then that I was outlining the beginnings of a Scopes Trial session. This year, I’m presenting The Scopes Trial: Lessons and Legacy in Today’s Classroom at @socialstudies.org #NCSS2025 on Dec. 6 from 10:50–11:45. Grateful to bring idea full circle.
Finishing prep for my @socialstudies.org conference presentation: “The Scopes Trial: Lessons and Legacy in Today’s Classroom.”
We’ll dig into why this case still matters for how we teach science, religion, and civic dialogue. Hope to see some of you there! #ncss2025 #religiousliteracy
We’ll dig into why this case still matters for how we teach science, religion, and civic dialogue. Hope to see some of you there! #ncss2025 #religiousliteracy
November 29, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Finishing prep for my @socialstudies.org conference presentation: “The Scopes Trial: Lessons and Legacy in Today’s Classroom.”
We’ll dig into why this case still matters for how we teach science, religion, and civic dialogue. Hope to see some of you there! #ncss2025 #religiousliteracy
We’ll dig into why this case still matters for how we teach science, religion, and civic dialogue. Hope to see some of you there! #ncss2025 #religiousliteracy
The NCSS Conference schedule just dropped! 🎉 www.socialstudies.org/conference/s...
I’ll be presenting The Scopes Trial: Lessons and Legacy in Today’s Classroom on Saturday, Dec 5. Hope to see you there! #NCSS2025 #SocialStudies
I’ll be presenting The Scopes Trial: Lessons and Legacy in Today’s Classroom on Saturday, Dec 5. Hope to see you there! #NCSS2025 #SocialStudies
November 23, 2025 at 2:22 PM
The NCSS Conference schedule just dropped! 🎉 www.socialstudies.org/conference/s...
I’ll be presenting The Scopes Trial: Lessons and Legacy in Today’s Classroom on Saturday, Dec 5. Hope to see you there! #NCSS2025 #SocialStudies
I’ll be presenting The Scopes Trial: Lessons and Legacy in Today’s Classroom on Saturday, Dec 5. Hope to see you there! #NCSS2025 #SocialStudies
Grateful to spend part of my Thursday with future educators at William Peace University. We explored how picture books can help K–5 students engage with identity, community, and religious diversity. #religiousliteracy #globalcompetence
November 22, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Grateful to spend part of my Thursday with future educators at William Peace University. We explored how picture books can help K–5 students engage with identity, community, and religious diversity. #religiousliteracy #globalcompetence
Thank you to NC Global Education for highlighting this work during International Education Week. The Global Educator Digital Badge pushed my practice in meaningful ways—deepening my commitment to inquiry, identity, and #globalcompetence.
November 22, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Thank you to NC Global Education for highlighting this work during International Education Week. The Global Educator Digital Badge pushed my practice in meaningful ways—deepening my commitment to inquiry, identity, and #globalcompetence.
🌍 Thrilled to have the Michigan Council for the Social Studies & Florida Council for the Social Studies co-sponsor my NCSS HOD resolution on religious literacy. Understanding differences strengthens democracy. Read the resolution: bit.ly/RLncssHOD #ReligiousLiteracy #GlobalCompetence #HOD
November 18, 2025 at 11:49 PM
🌍 Thrilled to have the Michigan Council for the Social Studies & Florida Council for the Social Studies co-sponsor my NCSS HOD resolution on religious literacy. Understanding differences strengthens democracy. Read the resolution: bit.ly/RLncssHOD #ReligiousLiteracy #GlobalCompetence #HOD
Grateful to the NC Museum of Art for the opportunity to facilitate today’s docent PD on Religious Literacy in the Galleries. We explored national guidelines & the 6-Point Framework that helps interpreters approach faith through art—academically, inclusively, & with confidence.
#Religiousliteracy
#Religiousliteracy
November 3, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Grateful to the NC Museum of Art for the opportunity to facilitate today’s docent PD on Religious Literacy in the Galleries. We explored national guidelines & the 6-Point Framework that helps interpreters approach faith through art—academically, inclusively, & with confidence.
#Religiousliteracy
#Religiousliteracy
Appreciate all the support for my NCSS HOD resolution
“Promoting Religious Literacy Education as an Essential Component of Social Studies Education.” As we head toward the House of Delegates, the goal remains clear: Religious literacy = civic literacy. CIO full resolution here 👉 bit.ly/RLncssHOD
“Promoting Religious Literacy Education as an Essential Component of Social Studies Education.” As we head toward the House of Delegates, the goal remains clear: Religious literacy = civic literacy. CIO full resolution here 👉 bit.ly/RLncssHOD
October 26, 2025 at 11:22 AM
Appreciate all the support for my NCSS HOD resolution
“Promoting Religious Literacy Education as an Essential Component of Social Studies Education.” As we head toward the House of Delegates, the goal remains clear: Religious literacy = civic literacy. CIO full resolution here 👉 bit.ly/RLncssHOD
“Promoting Religious Literacy Education as an Essential Component of Social Studies Education.” As we head toward the House of Delegates, the goal remains clear: Religious literacy = civic literacy. CIO full resolution here 👉 bit.ly/RLncssHOD
Just submitted my 2026 NCCSS conference proposal! 🎉
Religious Literacy in the K–5 Classroom: Exploring Diversity with Picture Books — helping educators use stories to build empathy & understanding.
NC educators: share your stories & strategies! 📝 bit.ly/2026NCCSSpro...
#NCCSS2026 #SocialStudies
Religious Literacy in the K–5 Classroom: Exploring Diversity with Picture Books — helping educators use stories to build empathy & understanding.
NC educators: share your stories & strategies! 📝 bit.ly/2026NCCSSpro...
#NCCSS2026 #SocialStudies
October 26, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Just submitted my 2026 NCCSS conference proposal! 🎉
Religious Literacy in the K–5 Classroom: Exploring Diversity with Picture Books — helping educators use stories to build empathy & understanding.
NC educators: share your stories & strategies! 📝 bit.ly/2026NCCSSpro...
#NCCSS2026 #SocialStudies
Religious Literacy in the K–5 Classroom: Exploring Diversity with Picture Books — helping educators use stories to build empathy & understanding.
NC educators: share your stories & strategies! 📝 bit.ly/2026NCCSSpro...
#NCCSS2026 #SocialStudies
Wrapped up Chapter 5: How Can Inquiry Drive Religious Literacy? this weekend!
This chapter bridges the Inquiry Design Model + Religious Literacy to help students ask, investigate, and understand.
Inquiry doesn’t just teach about religion—it builds understanding. 🌍✏️
#ReligiousLiteracy
This chapter bridges the Inquiry Design Model + Religious Literacy to help students ask, investigate, and understand.
Inquiry doesn’t just teach about religion—it builds understanding. 🌍✏️
#ReligiousLiteracy
October 26, 2025 at 10:48 AM
Wrapped up Chapter 5: How Can Inquiry Drive Religious Literacy? this weekend!
This chapter bridges the Inquiry Design Model + Religious Literacy to help students ask, investigate, and understand.
Inquiry doesn’t just teach about religion—it builds understanding. 🌍✏️
#ReligiousLiteracy
This chapter bridges the Inquiry Design Model + Religious Literacy to help students ask, investigate, and understand.
Inquiry doesn’t just teach about religion—it builds understanding. 🌍✏️
#ReligiousLiteracy
Honored that my resolution, “Promoting Religious Literacy Education as an Essential Component of Social Studies Education,”—submitted on behalf of NCCSS—has been accepted by NCSS to go before the House of Delegates at #NCSS2025. Check it out: bit.ly/RLncssHOD
#ReligiousLiteracy #C3Framework
#ReligiousLiteracy #C3Framework
October 18, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Honored that my resolution, “Promoting Religious Literacy Education as an Essential Component of Social Studies Education,”—submitted on behalf of NCCSS—has been accepted by NCSS to go before the House of Delegates at #NCSS2025. Check it out: bit.ly/RLncssHOD
#ReligiousLiteracy #C3Framework
#ReligiousLiteracy #C3Framework
Feeling grateful and inspired — I’ve been named the 2025–2026 recipient of the NCSS Religious Literacy Award, sponsored by the Kaur Foundation! 🌍
Excited to keep advancing conversations about inclusive and responsible approaches to teaching religion in K–12 classrooms!
Excited to keep advancing conversations about inclusive and responsible approaches to teaching religion in K–12 classrooms!
October 18, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Feeling grateful and inspired — I’ve been named the 2025–2026 recipient of the NCSS Religious Literacy Award, sponsored by the Kaur Foundation! 🌍
Excited to keep advancing conversations about inclusive and responsible approaches to teaching religion in K–12 classrooms!
Excited to keep advancing conversations about inclusive and responsible approaches to teaching religion in K–12 classrooms!
I’ll be facilitating a free Zoom session with the Dialogue Institute on teaching about religion in K–12 classrooms.
📅 Oct 16 | 7–8:30 pm ET
🧾 Earn 1.5 contact hours + certificate of completion
💻 Free registration: bit.ly/4gS9hpV
Join us to learn how to teach about religion responsibly
📅 Oct 16 | 7–8:30 pm ET
🧾 Earn 1.5 contact hours + certificate of completion
💻 Free registration: bit.ly/4gS9hpV
Join us to learn how to teach about religion responsibly
October 15, 2025 at 10:10 AM
I’ll be facilitating a free Zoom session with the Dialogue Institute on teaching about religion in K–12 classrooms.
📅 Oct 16 | 7–8:30 pm ET
🧾 Earn 1.5 contact hours + certificate of completion
💻 Free registration: bit.ly/4gS9hpV
Join us to learn how to teach about religion responsibly
📅 Oct 16 | 7–8:30 pm ET
🧾 Earn 1.5 contact hours + certificate of completion
💻 Free registration: bit.ly/4gS9hpV
Join us to learn how to teach about religion responsibly
Proud to share my article, “Why Is the Scopes Trial Still Relevant to Public Education Today? An IDM Unit Plan,” in Social Education (Oct 2025). Nearly a century later, we’re still exploring how science, belief & democracy shape public schooling.
📸: Smithsonian Institution Archives (SIA 2007-0124)
📸: Smithsonian Institution Archives (SIA 2007-0124)
October 12, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Proud to share my article, “Why Is the Scopes Trial Still Relevant to Public Education Today? An IDM Unit Plan,” in Social Education (Oct 2025). Nearly a century later, we’re still exploring how science, belief & democracy shape public schooling.
📸: Smithsonian Institution Archives (SIA 2007-0124)
📸: Smithsonian Institution Archives (SIA 2007-0124)