Never tire of this view. Thank you to all the teachers, admins, staff who have worked long days too — and like us have several more hours tonight. Times like these remind us that for caring educators, this is a calling, not merely a job.
@AlabamaAchieves
I want to extend my sincere appreciation for the encouragement and support over the past few days. As many of you know, on Friday afternoon my son Christopher, a freshman at the University of Alabama, was struck by a vehicle as he walked through a crosswalk on campus on his way
One more sunset to close out the week. And it’s goodnight
@AlabamaAchieves
. Thank you to the many school leaders, teachers, and staff for your inspiring work! God bless you all!
Alabama teachers have faced unprecedented challenges this year, from ensuring classrooms are safe for in-person learning to adjusting to the new realities of online teaching. Say thank you by posting a story, photo or video of a teacher & use the hashtag
#ThankALTeachers
.
Today, the AL Senate made the largest investment {ever} in AL schools by passing the FY22 ETF budget which includes increases in teacher salaries, classroom supplies, special ed, CTE & more. We appreciate
@GovernorKayIvey
& each member for their support & dedication to AL schools
Today, the AL House of Rep made the largest investment {ever} in AL schools by passing the FY22 ETF budget which includes increases in teacher salaries, classroom supplies, special ed, CTE & more. We appreciate
@GovernorKayIvey
& each member for their support of AL schools
Got home about 7:00 tonight. Chris’ first day with a driver permit so we went out to learn the stick shift. Of course, he got off driveway and stuck. Guess who got to crawl under car and hook the chain. I love being a dad most of all!
As we embark on this difficult and challenging school year, I want to personally thank teachers, administrators, & staff members for their dedication and commitment to the health, welfare, & academic success of our students
#AlabamaAchieves
#alschoolscontinuelearning
#thankyou
Christopher is continuing his recovery and we were able to take him home yesterday. Thank you again, for your prayers and support during this difficult time.
Each Alabama school system will receive 200 face shields, 1200 bottles of hand sanitizer, 200 K95 masks for school nurses, and 8 thermometers from
@AlabamaEMA
— thanks to
@ALForestryComm
for help with the delivery of the supplies for schools
I enjoyed meeting with Dr. Deborah Birx, White House Coronavirus Task Force Coordinator, and other experts this afternoon to discuss the ongoing pandemic
#AlabamaAchieves
@AlabamaAchieves
3 of best & brightest people I know Daniel Boyd, Paul Bonner, & our newest Asst St Super Angela Martin delivered
@usedgov
waiver & I was proud to sign this afternoon. Great team
@AlabamaAchieves
! HUGE thx to
@realDonaldTrump
@BetsyDeVosED
!
I tried to share my workload today with my visitor, but he decided to head off to Christmas break with his mom instead. I will be close behind him! Merry Christmas to all families
@ALSDEdotEDU
and all of of Ed families around the state!
Earlier today, we hosted a press conference to announce 102 school systems were awarded grants to hire mental health service coordinators to support and expand coordination of mental health services in Alabama school systems.
I met w/ our
#alsde
leadership team this morning & outlined expectations for the next 12 mths as we work together to support schools w/ the focus centered on our mission to raise student achievement in schools. We are committed & capable of achieving the mission
#AlabamaAchieves
Soon to complete another day at the office but definitely NOT “just another day at the office”!
@AlabamaAchieves
sending out more guidance tonight to local supers. Stay safe all!
#AlabamaAchieves
Beautiful day to take off and head outdoors for winter solstice. These two “kidnapped” me for a ride in the Silver Comet. 43 miles. Stopped for afternoon coffee in Rockmart where downtown churches have beautiful natural slate. Carols played from real carillon. Merry Christmas!
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Today, I’m allocating $100 million in CARES Act funding for a public-private partnership to increase access to internet for K-12 students attending school in the fall who may need internet service for distance learning. Full release:
#alpolitics
#aledchat
Alabama schools ranked EXCEPTIONAL “In terms of making digital content and instructional materials available outside of the classroom, seven states stood out as being exceptional: Alabama...”
@Forbes
This morning, we [virtually] met with superintendents around the state. We provided an update on funding and allowable use of CRF. We also answered questions and provided clarification on various topics related to the reopening schools.
As Twitter friends know this is my personal account. Nothing official here. So, for those missing church today, I recommend this great church music. I listen every week
@WBHM
. With Heart and Voice: Lent 2, Hymns and Psalms for the Season http://
Such a delightful time tonight having dinner together, Robin’s traditional mint chocolate cake, and these super shirts Robin bought for us…we’re all in this together, for sure! Merry Christmas everyone!
ALSDE is grateful for the partnership w/
@al_public_tv
. APT is broadcasting and sharing online educational resources and materials supporting distance learning, including the award-winning Learning Adventures! Learn more at !
Teacher retention is a vital — Our Teacher Retention Task Force met today and I sincerely appreciate hearing from several teachers from across the state, along with other stakeholders, on the issues and concerns facing our teachers in the classroom 📚🍎
Alabama schools ranked EXCEPTIONAL “In terms of making digital content and instructional materials available outside of the classroom, seven states stood out as being exceptional: Alabama...”
@Forbes
I love coming home this time of year and remembering all the special moments with my wife and boys as I look at the ornaments we have collected over the years. I hope you are able to make new moments and memories with your family this year — even in this challenging time.
ALSDE received $10M from Gov Ivey’s GEER funds to equip school buses w/ WiFi to increase Internet connectivity & bridge the digital divide. Students will have Internet access while riding buses & buses will be parked in the community as mobile hot spots.
#alabamaachieves
Alabama became the 2nd state to sign an education cooperation memorandum with Taiwan today.
@TECRO_USA
Ambassador Bi-khim Hsiao witnessed the signing — the agreement will now be sent to Ministry of Education in Taiwan. Before the signing ceremony, the AL Senate & House of Rep.
This morning, I provided a virtual education update to state leaders as we continue to work with local, state and national partners to develop a
#roadmap
to reopening schools
Missed a personal goal in 2020 to run a sub-24-min 5k off-road, but I got it on Jan 10, 2021. It’s been a couple of years since I could do this. Glad to hit a personal goal. Here’s to hopes for a brighter 2021 for us all!
School districts are doing a tremendous job ensuring learning continues. We want to highlight the accomplishments in the local districts. This graphic from Opelika City Schools illustrates what resiliency looks like! Great job
@opelikaschools
Tag
#alschoolscontinueteaching
Proud of my son, Christopher, and the other
#crosscountry
state qualifiers. It’s the 7th yr in a row a Mackey boy has qualified for state. Great seeing Greg Foster, high school principal
@PikeRoadSchools
All of us
@AlabamaDeptofEd
appreciate the commitment and sacrifices from all our Veterans, especially those who are parents, community partners, and even educators themselves. Thank you!
@DegaSuper
and I are meeting with
@AHSAAUpdates
to develop a plan for reopening school athletics including workouts, conditioning, practices and tryouts
When I was in 2nd grade, we took the most AWESOME field trip to Huntsville Space and Rocket Center! For an 8 yo, that Saturn V reached all the way to heaven! What’s a favorite field trip memory?
#ALedchat
We are better together — this morning I welcomed our regional staff members to our first Statewide Regional Staff Meeting. Working together, we provide a Multi-Tiered System of Support to districts and schools throughout the state.
#WeTeachAlabama
#AlabamaAchieves
Alabama teachers are making a positive impact in our classrooms & students —
@NAEP_NCES
results reveal an increase in 4th Grade Math from 52nd to 40th & 49th to 39th in Reading. Appreciate the leadership & support from
@GovernorKayIvey
, Legislators,
#ALBOE
Members, & others.
Celebrate the 8th Annual School Lunch Hero Day with us. While we consider our cafeteria staff super heroes every day, never has this been more applicable than in our current circumstances. Thank you Alabama Child Nutrition Programs for feeding our children. We are so proud of u!
ALSDE has released the Roadmap to Reopening Schools which provides guidance & recommendations for local school systems as they develop their plan for the 2020-21 school year. ALSDE's Parent's Guide includes FAQ's about the Roadmap.
#AlabamaAchieves
#AlRoadmaptoReopeningSchools
Alabama’s 2023-2024 Teacher of the Year
@JeffNorris0426
and I attended the first-ever Teachers of the Year State Dinner hosted by First Lady
@FLOTUS
at
@WhiteHouse
this evening — what an incredible experience! More to come …
I spoke with the media between the SBOE meeting and work session — there are no plans to close schools between Thanksgiving and Christmas
@AlabamaAchieves
Great to be a part of the 50th
@clasleaders
conference and personally express my gratitude for the dedication and commitment our educators have shown during this challenging year. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you 👏👏👏
Congratulations to
@_jimmy_hull
, our new Assistant State Superintendent for Career and Technical Education and Workforce Development. Thank you
@ECBOED
Superintendent Richard Dennis for attending today’s meeting with Dr Hull