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@dwbaltimore.bsky.social

SelfDeterminedBaltimore.org English Language Development Teacher

471 Followers  |  954 Following  |  328 Posts  |  Joined: 22.11.2024  |  2.4128

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We are Failing Our Middle Schools Multilingual Learners in Baltimore City - I've Got Some Ideas
YouTube video by DWBaltimore We are Failing Our Middle Schools Multilingual Learners in Baltimore City - I've Got Some Ideas

The secret sauce is meeting their needs for autonomy, belonging and competence, while supporting academic oral language development across content areas using smart linguistic and cognitive scaffolding. The books that guide the way: The Disengaged Teen and The 7 Steps for a Language Rich Classroom.

10.11.2025 01:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Yo soy un profesor autista: Esta es mi pasion por las culturas hispanas, el idioma ya la pedagogia
YouTube video by DWBaltimore Yo soy un profesor autista: Esta es mi pasion por las culturas hispanas, el idioma ya la pedagogia

#autismawareness #autismo #autista

08.11.2025 13:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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I challenge you to a meme contest... I'm a newb so this should be easy #Trump #affordability #tariffs

07.11.2025 12:40 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
HOW DO YOU TRIGGER INTRINSIC MOTIVATION?!!
YouTube video by DWBaltimore HOW DO YOU TRIGGER INTRINSIC MOTIVATION?!!

I'm talking about engagement and motivation from the perspective of an educator, but this applies to community organizers, political leaders, and probably all humans... We can engage one another when we support autonomy, belonging, and competence.

07.11.2025 02:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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At Councilman Conways campaign launch in congressional primary. Great to meet him in person and get a pulse on his vibes. Heโ€™s a chill dude, who I sincerely believe wants to represent all of Baltimore. I could tell he was present with me & you don't always feel that way talking to elected officials.

06.11.2025 01:09 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Unmasking #3: 14 years of Contemplative Education As an Intense and Overexcitable Autist
YouTube video by DWBaltimore Unmasking #3: 14 years of Contemplative Education As an Intense and Overexcitable Autist

youtu.be/gvJPtTWIi4w

05.11.2025 21:50 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
I'm an Autistic Teacher: This is How I Wish I Could Talk About Teaching in Public
YouTube video by DWBaltimore I'm an Autistic Teacher: This is How I Wish I Could Talk About Teaching in Public

I can't keep my mouth shut anymore! This is how I really feel!

04.11.2025 22:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Moore blocked reparations study, among other things...Who are you to judge my cynicism? I voted for MD democrats my whole life, and I've watched them fail poor people and immigrants time and time again. I'm cynical cuz he is the leader of a political party with a supermajority that can't legislate.

04.11.2025 20:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thanks for doing your job and using tax payer dollars to address urgent needs in the community. Should we applaud you? The @mddems.bsky.social must've noticed all of the community organizing around food security over the past 9 months. Responding only in crisis is bad leadership.

04.11.2025 03:49 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Knowing the Parallels Between Plant Growth and Human Cognitive Development Helps Me Support Learning
YouTube video by DWBaltimore Knowing the Parallels Between Plant Growth and Human Cognitive Development Helps Me Support Learning

I grow vegetables and BRAINS!!!!

04.11.2025 02:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Sometimes Autism looks like when you are having a great morning and really enjoying yourself in Mexico City but your face looks like this. That's contentedness...lol

03.11.2025 23:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Unmasking with My Autistic Passion for Politics and Spirituality
YouTube video by DWBaltimore Unmasking with My Autistic Passion for Politics and Spirituality

People called me arrogant, cold, annoying, childish, awkward, clueless, sensitive, and weird throughout my life. Thanks to my autism diagnosis I've learned that I am actually confident, principled, independent, analytical, outspoken, curious, authentic, reflective, compassionate, and unconventional.

03.11.2025 00:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Friendship Pledge -- Friends Across Borders ยท Mobilize THE PEOPLES OF NORTH AMERICA STAND TOGETHER SIGN THE FRIENDSHIP PLEDGE! We, the peoples of North America, are friends. We are family. We are neighbors. We are many, and we are one. We are not en...

#RISEUP
#STANDUP
Friendship Pledge
Friends Across Borders
www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...

29.10.2025 18:35 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 3

People want policies that put food on their tables and money in the bank, not all of the drama. I want you to win, but you're running using a strategy that isn't going to work this time around. The gestapo tactics are b/s, AND YOU GOTTA WALK AND CHEW GUM. Economic policy + Concern for Democracy FTW

29.10.2025 19:17 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The 6 Myths of EdTech - The Screentime Consultant Emily Cherkin's new essay debunks 6 myths about EdTech, arguing it's bad for learning, teachers, and equity. She urges parents to fight back.

The Tech Industry is also coming for education. As a teacher, I am frightened at how much they've disrupted education for the worse. Districts continue to spend more and more on technology that harms students. The goal of EdTech is to replace as many humans as possible with their product. FUCK THEM.

25.10.2025 14:18 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

All of these sideshows: the destruction of the White House, the lack of due process in the waters of the Caribbean, the fake peace deals, the openly corrupt pardons; and all of the other manufactured distractions are to make us forget THAT THEY MUST RELEASE THE EPSTEIN FILES - WE WANT JUSTICE

25.10.2025 01:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
Polka dot dress hero

Polka dot dress hero

Put this up in The Louvre

24.10.2025 01:11 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 498    ๐Ÿ” 96    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 22    ๐Ÿ“Œ 11

She makes me happy.

24.10.2025 23:50 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Enough is enough. Adelita Grijalva was elected on September 23. The people of Arizona have a right to be represented in Congress.
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During todayโ€™s pro forma session, when the House is called to order I will seek unanimous consent to insist upon the swearing-in of Adelita Grijalva.

21.10.2025 17:40 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 32194    ๐Ÿ” 7323    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 986    ๐Ÿ“Œ 230

Yep - they're all disgusting abusers.

20.10.2025 20:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I am so excited that @repkweisimfume.bsky.social has a primary challenger! Councilman Mark Conway has shown a willingness to butt heads with party leaders and challenge the status quo. #MarkConwayForCongress!!! ...If Conway openly denounces #AIPAC, HE WILL WIN #Baltimore @mddems.bsky.social

19.10.2025 14:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

We have a president that hates the main principles that the United States was founded upon.

We have a president that hates the majority of the citizens of the U.S.

We have a president that is waging war against me and against you!

18.10.2025 03:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2357    ๐Ÿ” 648    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 69    ๐Ÿ“Œ 22
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Seems like a good summary.

15.10.2025 00:43 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1202    ๐Ÿ” 468    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 69    ๐Ÿ“Œ 28

In other words, Joy isn't entitled to think critically or speak about race and power because she found success in spite of rampant chauvinism and racism. Everything about this executive branch is about silencing descent through school-yard bullying tactics... Don't they have a government to run?

04.10.2025 16:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Not sure why Jimmy Fallon recovered so easily after being accused of treating his staff like Ellen did. I always get bad vibes watching him, and thus rarely do. I absolutely love the other Late Night people. If there was one I wouldn't mind to see go, its Fall, especially given the accusations.

28.09.2025 22:42 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

My autism doesn't need to be treated with any medications. All I need is for people to understand that social interactions are a bit confusing and tiring; sensory input from the environment can overwhelm my cognition; and that I am actually a really nice person who is frequently misunderstood.

22.09.2025 23:32 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

This is great news! So glad to hear he is out.

18.08.2025 21:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Clinton moved the Democrats to the middle; Democrats abandoned the poor and working class in favor of Wall Street; Democrats virtue signal over identity politics while the middle class and working poor rot; Democrats lose elections; Fascists take over; Democrats blame poor people for not backing'em.

11.08.2025 19:37 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Cambridge Indivisible Condemns Terror Tactics by ICE, Blasts Rep. Harrisโ€™s Callous Response โ€” Cambridge Indivisible CAMBRIDGE, MD โ€” Cambridge Indivisible stands in fierce solidarity with our immigrant neighbors as ICE continues to terrorize families across the Eastern Shoreโ€”and we strongly condemn Rep. Andy Harris...

Our statement condemning terror tactics by ICE and blasting Andy Harris' callous response. #MDIndivisible

www.cambridgeindivisible.org/press/ice

07.08.2025 02:07 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 49    ๐Ÿ” 32    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 11

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