A University-wide effort providing professional learning for K-12 educators on effective instruction of difficult topics

Joined February 2022
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3 Mar 2025
If you happen to be in #SouthernCalifornia March 18, please join us for the first rough cut screening my new #Documentary , "Interceptor." It's a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the #IronDome through the eyes of its inventor: jewishnewport.com/templates/…

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🌟 Meet Kayleen! 🌟 After 14 years teaching social studies, she now supports 5 programs across PA & NJ & runs our communications! She loves traveling, collaborating & seeing educators thrive. Off-duty? She’s with her nieces, her Rottweiler, or cheering on PSU & the Phillies!⚾
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Exciting news! 🎉 This year, Southern Middle School teachers joined our long-time partnership with 10th & Penn School in Reading SD! 💡✨ With Dr. Danielle Butville & Lupe Kasper leading the way, this dedicated cohort is growing strong! 👏 #GrowingTogether #EducationMatters
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This year, we took an exciting step—partnering with Pre-K teachers to foster empathy in young learners! 🌱💡 Building these skills early helps kids become deeper critical thinkers. 🧠✨ #EmpathyInEducation #EarlyLearning #FutureThinkers
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✨ "It’s not just about the curriculum—it’s about reflection, intention & real change." ✨ A powerful reminder to pause, connect & make an impact. 💡👏 #EducationMatters #IntentionalTeaching #MakingADifference #EmpoweringEducators
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📚💡 Did you know? We offer customized workshops to fit your district’s unique needs! 🙌 From year-long learning communities to tailored sessions, we’re here to support educators & tackle challenges together. 🌟 Let’s create meaningful change! #EmpoweringEducators #education
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✨ Throwback Thursday! ✨ ✨ #ThrowbackThursday! ✨ A year ago, we launched our Teaching Difficult Issues module for educators! 🎉💡 Proud to support teachers in tackling tough topics with confidence & care. Here’s to growth & meaningful conversations! 🙌 #EmpoweringEducators
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🌟 Partner Spotlight: Keystone Central SD! 🌟 For 3 years, we’ve worked with this amazing Central PA district, including participants in their 3rd year & former participant-turned-co-facilitator Sara Strouse! In Dec, they tackled tough issues with meaningful discussions. #Edchat
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Educator Spotlight: Molly Dallmeyer! Molly, a history teacher at Dallastown Area SD (PA), inspires students to think critically in her Holocaust class. A 2nd-year participant in our program, she’s helping students ask deeper, meaningful questions this year. #TeacherAppreciation
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Bill Watkins, guidance counselor at Absegami High School & 2nd-year participant in our program, presented to future counselors at Seattle University via Zoom. This year, he’s focused on helping families "shop" wisely for college.
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🌍✨ This #GivingTuesday, let’s empower future global citizens! Your support makes this possible. 💛 Donate today: give.psu.edu/schools/PennSta… #EducationMatters #GlobalCitizens #SupportTeachers #FutureLeaders
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Penn State Hammel Family Human Rights Initiative retweeted
So true. 🧡 🌐 teachergoals.com
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Penn State Hammel Family Human Rights Initiative retweeted
The Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival will screen a Penn State faculty member's critically acclaimed documentary during a special event on Nov. 13. psu.edu/news/bellisario-coll…
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Penn State Hammel Family Human Rights Initiative retweeted
22 Oct 2024
Please join us virtually at noon Nov. 19 for "Class of Her Own: What We Can Learn From a Rebel Teacher." It's free and open to the public: cvent.me/W7RR57?sms=2

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📢 Educators! With the Presidential debate tonight, prepare for balanced classroom discussions with our FREE virtual workshop next week: "Approaching the Presidential Election from a Non-Partisan Lens." 🔗 forms.gle/Y1DPyb1GnHvSqLGq6 #Education #Teaching #NonPartisan
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🚀Danielle & Kayleen are set for their first trip to Palm Beach County SD, while Yun-chen & Stacy return to Aspen SD for year 2 of our Initiative. Check out highlights from last year’s Aspen trip below and stay tuned for more updates! #PalmBeachCounty #AspenSD #EDchat
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