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Yaritza. V πŸ‡΅πŸ‡¦

@yaritzav.bsky.social

CEO & Founder of McKenzie’s Adventures LLC

73 Followers  |  33 Following  |  53 Posts  |  Joined: 14.11.2024  |  2.2455

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Midweek panic? @briskteaching.bsky.social has your back!

Create assessments in seconds, use it anywhere, and empower your students with safe AI.

✨ Works with Google and Microsoft
πŸ”₯ FREE install + 3 months of premium with my link!

πŸ”— brisk-teaching.com/yaritza-vill...

#BriskTeaching #Partnership

10.09.2025 17:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This is going to be SO exciting! Anyone here in #EduSky joining us?

11.08.2025 19:52 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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11.08.2025 22:20 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌍CODE AFRICA goes LIVE, with classrooms coding across 4 continents!

πŸ’» From Nigeria ➑️ Malawi ➑️ Italy ➑️ Ecuador ➑️ Kuwait ➑️ UK ➑️ Guatemala ➑️ India ➑️ USA, it’s a global remix of creativity, culture & code.

πŸ“§ Sent!

Tag your squad 🌐 @edpuzzle.com @bookcreator.com

#CodeAfrica #GlobalHourofCode

11.08.2025 19:37 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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πŸš΄πŸΎβ€β™€οΈLeveling the Digital Playing Field for Student-Athletes

Student-athletes are more than stats, they're future leaders navigating a digital world where innovation meets opportunity.

πŸ“Έ Want to bring this to your district and/or sports club? Let’s connect: mckenziesadventures.com/connect

31.07.2025 10:37 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Ep. 4: Equity Uncoded: Dr. Nyree Clark on Justice, AI, and the Future of Learning
YouTube video by #InnovateHER with Yaritza Ep. 4: Equity Uncoded: Dr. Nyree Clark on Justice, AI, and the Future of Learning

This episode is all heart ❀️

Special guest Dr. Nyree Clark talks about putting students first, leading with purpose, and fighting for real change in education.

This one’s for the changemakers in schools and beyond.

🎧Episode 4 out now!! youtu.be/LuRu-HNNbDQ?...

23.07.2025 15:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🎀 Catch me LIVE at the @edpuzzle.com Summit TODAY at 2:30 PM ET / 11:30 AM PT!

I’ll be breaking down how culturally responsive teaching can transform student engagement in real time.

πŸ’›Tap the link to register & pull up: bit.ly/EdpuzzleSumm...

#EdpuzzleSummit #CRSE

16.07.2025 13:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ”₯ From β€œmisunderstood” to a movement-maker in EdTech, @nadineebri.bsky.social is shifting the narrative with student-led learning + autism-centered innovation.

🎧 New #InnovateHER episode just dropped. For the women rewriting STEM’s legacy.

Tap in: youtu.be/b6_LD9q7srY?...

#InnovateHER

09.07.2025 01:18 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Episode 1 of the #InnovateHER with Yaritza Podcast is LIVE with special guest JornΓ©a Armant

This πŸ”₯ episode is for the dreamers, the doers, and everyone rewriting what impact can look like in education and beyond.

πŸ“ΊWatch Live NowπŸ”— youtu.be/Qt9jvtfSdUA?...

#InnovateHER

01.07.2025 18:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ§˜πŸΎβ€β™€οΈMind & Motion Collective is here!

For weeks, I’ve been trying to move more, rest better, and be more intentional about my wellnessβ€”and I know I’m not alone. That’s why I created β€œMind & Motion Collective” via GroupMe.

Join our space where we uplift each other.

πŸ’ͺ🏾 bit.ly/M-MCollective

23.06.2025 22:56 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Collaboration is a superpower!

Together with our partners, we’ve reimagined instruction, empowered families, and unlocked innovation through data and culturally responsive AI literacy.

πŸ™ŒπŸΎwww.mckenziesadventures.com/connect

#Consultant #CRSE ##StrategicPartnerships

22.06.2025 22:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Honored to announce that I’ll be delivering one of the Keynote Addresses at the MIEE Aotearoa Hui 2025 in beautiful Auckland, New Zealand!

Register Today: bit.ly/45dMocD

05.06.2025 02:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ™ŒπŸΎ May 2025 is here, and McKenzie’s Adventures is diving headfirst into culturally responsive education with our incredible partner schools, districts, and organizations!

πŸ”Ž Explore exciting partnership opportunities for your school district today ➑️ www.mckenziesadventures.com

02.05.2025 10:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£BIG NEWS:

We have partnered with #elementari to bring a FREE immersive experience to your classroom, inspired by my book β€œMcKenzie's Time Machine”

πŸ’‘ Research real heroes
βš–οΈ Code interactive choices
🎭 See the impact of action vs. inaction

πŸ”— Try it now for FREE: elementari.com/lessons/just...

30.04.2025 18:22 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

Grateful for the opportunity to bring this week long coding event to students in Nigeria, United Kingdom, Canada, Malawi, USA, Italy, Guatemala, India and more.

Interest form here: bit.ly/GlobalHoc

Recap Video: www.instagram.com/reel/DI6k_rh...

26.04.2025 16:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join McKenzie's Adventures, Coding with Culture, and Fliplearnkids, live on Instagram

Today, Saturday April 26th at 11 am ET, 4 PM GMT +1 to learn all about our upcoming Code Africa: Global Hour of Code with students in Nigeria πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ and around the world.🌐

πŸ™ŒπŸΎ www.instagram.com/yaritza.v__?...

26.04.2025 14:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Humbled to be listed in this month’s issue of @techlearning.bsky.social Magazine as one of the advisors’ picks for people who they predict will impact education this year.

I’m excited about the work ahead as we continue to drive equitable teaching and learning practices across the USA & beyond.

25.04.2025 14:04 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Wow!! My BA is in Africana Studies!!

23.04.2025 23:15 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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While many celebrate the signing of this Executive Order, I can’t help but reflect on the schools in underserved communities!

How will this decision widen the already staggering gap in access and opportunities for these children?

www.msn.com/en-us/news/p...

23.04.2025 23:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Whether you’re hosting a conference, community event, or corporate gathering, we’ll bring the insight, passion, and actionable inspiration your audience deserves.

πŸ“… Book NOW to secure your dates before they fill up!

πŸ’Œ Visit us www.mckenziesadventures.com/keynotes to learn more!

23.04.2025 22:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Tonight’s the Night❗️

I’m extremely excited to join Melody McAllister, Anthony White and the entire #ASTE Community on livestream tonight at 9 PM ET.

Join in on the conversation and set your reminder by hitting the β€œAttending” button below πŸ‘‡πŸΎπŸ‘‡πŸΎ

www.linkedin.com/video/event/...

19.04.2025 00:34 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Fun Fact Friday:

πŸ’¬ Did you know? Black and Latino male students in CTE programs have significantly higher graduation rates compared to their peers in non CTE programs - 63% and 66% respectfully versus 52%!

Drop your thoughts in the comments! πŸ‘‡πŸΎ

#CTE #LincolnTech #Consultant #WorkforceDevelopment

18.04.2025 15:22 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you friend. Let’s stay connected.

18.04.2025 15:21 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Meet The Digital Explorers
Zara is an Afro-Latina student with a deep sense of cultural awareness, bringing a unique perspective.

Curious and imaginative, Xander loves asking questions and figuring out how things work.

Check it out at: xfactor.link/explore

@yaritzav.bsky.social

13.04.2025 10:59 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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β€œStudent independence builds character and empowerment. It prepares and challenges students for the real world while fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.”
@yaritzav.bsky.social

Check it out at:
www.xfactor.link/lemonade

18.04.2025 12:59 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Yesterday, I had an incredible opportunity to share insights on β€œKickstarting Your Global Hour of Code: Ignite Cross-Cultural Collaboration and Coding” with educators worldwide! πŸŒπŸ’»

Catch the replay: www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8Xe...

06.04.2025 14:09 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you so much Denise ❀️

25.03.2025 14:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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If you left #SpringCUE early today, you missed out on an amazing keynote by @yaritzav.bsky.social I am honored to have been able to chat with her this week, and look forward to learning more!

23.03.2025 03:58 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

It was great connecting with you Vicki ❀️

25.03.2025 14:58 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you @yaritzav.bsky.social for an inspiring send off from #SpringCUE!

23.03.2025 05:17 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

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