Amanda Blankenship, Ed.D. (she/her)

Teaching a newly adopted #curriculum w/ fidelity is important even if you are already considered an expert. Coordinators checking in on regular reflections from the #teachers is equally important. openupresources.org/resource/launc…

As a parent of a #TCK who identifies more with Chinese culture and lifestyles than her home country, it is crucial to uphold these and to honor them as parents and as #educators using #crp edweek.org/leadership/opi…

It has been proven more times than ever that #students learn differently, and it is our jobs as #educators to meet this not-so-new trend to help all succeed using #UDL #brainbasedresearch #notfreeforall nea.org/professional-e…

So many #teachers are jumping on the bandwagon of #flexibleseating in their classrooms. So many benefits if done properly. #timetochangewiththetimes iteach.net/blog/flexible-…

The gift of time is so valuable for teachers. It prevents burnout, helps with pressing matters, honors educators as humans, and values their worth. #edleadership ascd.org/blogs/4-ways-t…

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to everyone near and far. #holidayseason

@DEIJ_Warrior This is a great research project. I feel as though home country culture needs to be looked closely at. It is hard sometimes being a guest in a country. #thirdcultureadult One step in front of the other. Small wins for the big win. #Iseeyou

@ablank1231 Thank you for your willingness to be a part of the conversation. I am feeling a bit disheartened today. I started collecting the narratives of BIPOC educators in international schools three years ago for my doctoral research and much of my advocacy is based on those stories. #1

I’m asking these questions about harm for a variety of reasons, but mostly because I’ve spoken to FOUR different BIPOC educators this week across the globe who are being harmed in their organizations. They have no in house support.

@DEIJ_Warrior I understand. This is not ok. #racetobehuman is real. I feel it is cultural and mindset. It’s completely unfair and I see them and learning more. I am striving to continue learn and understand. Thank you for being a warrior.

@ablank1231 I have suggested this, but concerns about repercussions have been expressed.

#ThankfulThursday My #1CBP class learned about #gratitude and being #thankful today. #sisrocks #sisgeckos #firstiesbeingfirsties #chinesebilingualprogram

@annieferg3a @MadForMaple Hahaha I say that too @annieferg3a

Love seeing our PReK students #outdoors enjoying the rain!!!! #PlayOutdoors #SISrocks #issedu Don't let a little rain keep kids inside. Also, teachers.....it's good for us to get a little wet! Sometimes we forget what is was like to be a kid! #playing #learning #Shenzhen

@GodivaSlim @DEIJ_Warrior I agree w/ this. It honestly depends on the person & how it has damaged them. Some people will always look @ someone w/ grief & disappointment. Some look @ others & realize maybe they overreacted & second guess themselves. It depends on the hurt person. Forgive but never forget?

@DEIJ_Warrior I tend to think that some relationships don’t need to be positive or negative. Maybe it’s a relationship that can be neutral and utilitarian.

Is it possible to build positive relationships with colleagues who you feel have harmed you emotionally? If so, how?

As an #educator #MaslowbeforeBloom. Key ed idea: S's primary psychological & physiological needs have to be met before we can entertain the idea of advancing deeper learning outcomes.Classroom app: How can we modify our learning environments to make everyone feel safe and secure?

Fun Harvest Festival Celebration today @SISGeckos Thank you so much to the amazing @SISPSArocks for putting this fun day together.

This lady is my right hand. #upskilling #teacherassistants #empowers them to be more than a copy maker or place lower leveled kids with. Giving autonomy and choices is key. Loved this article too blog.irisconnect.com/uk/blog/maximi…

@gregrsmith62 Love this. I always say that the parents are the child’s first teacher and express that we (the teacher AND the parents) are the child’s cheerleaders.

Parents are expert in loving their child. Teachers are the experts in educating their child. It’s a partnership #issedu #earcos #elc2022bkk

#sisgeckos 1CBP celebrating #Diwali2022 at #sisrocks #firsties making their design for their #Rangoli #designcycle

#bilingual #tck #zoebhealthy left a note for my #chinesebilingual #firsties

@MadForMaple Are you on the ebike or push bike 😉

Out for a ride with my son today! #Shenzhen