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Joe Hastings (he / him)

@wherewildthingsare

High school Business & Computer Science Teacher; summer camp counselor / Director; Unified Coach who loves learning about nature. I’m a husband as well as a father to three ‘wild things’. Located on the Eastern Shore of Maryland.

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I love the concept!

06.03.2026 22:01 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

What an honor.❤️

06.03.2026 11:30 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

“Imma try to read it. I need to get better at reading.”

I offered him the summary of part one. He declined. With roughly 70 days left in his senior year. HE decided for HIMSELF to read.

Never too late.

Learning happens in its own time and way.

For each, a size.

05.03.2026 13:25 👍 3 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

Bike and Pedestrian path planned for Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Send an email of support using this template and link.

url:https://ujoin.co/campaigns/4282/actions/public?action_id=6471

06.03.2026 02:21 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Something our Principal at a combined Middle and High school does that I feel especially proud of and grateful for:

She has a live video announcement everyday and always ends it with a smile and the phrase “Have a great day Mardela and remember that you are loved.”
#education

26.02.2026 13:42 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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How AI shapes your feed: An explainable social media simulator for the classroom - Raspberry Pi Foundation Learn about Somekone, a research-informed tool to help teachers explain how AI shapes social media data profiling and recommendations.

A demo that shows what happens under the covers with an algorithmic social media feed. You can see what data is collected and how it is used. This sounds like a great idea for a classroom activity!

25.02.2026 14:53 👍 5 🔁 4 💬 2 📌 0

After many years teaching in ‘traditional’ dress shoes, I can’t wear them anymore. I walk 3-5 miles throughout the day. I rely on AllBirds or nice looking and comfortable shoes. I also have mostly forgone the tie - I don’t see the point of them. Fashion changes.

25.02.2026 13:14 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Simple step to better today.

Use your power to choose.

25.02.2026 12:33 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

True!

25.02.2026 13:09 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Though for digital literacy, I do like Google’s Interland - beinternetawesome site which is very accessible for students on Chromebooks

25.02.2026 11:56 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

When I read this standard I take it with a grain of salt and make sure they just know how to navigate files / folders, and search safely.

25.02.2026 11:56 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

I still think there is a place for this in digital literacy though. I grew up on c: prompt and windows where everything was sorted by topic - heck even “surfing” the internet was just clicking on Yahoo links!

Maybe file explorer or Google Drive - organization of files / folders might help

25.02.2026 11:56 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

I see your point! It does feel like training for a specific product, but, if we focus on the problem solving aspect rather than the brand specific ‘buttons’, maybe that would help more.

I’m sorry I don’t have any slides. I use an iPhone my wife uses Android; I have trouble finding settings on hers

25.02.2026 11:56 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 2 📌 0

I understand! It just came across my FB feed, and I remembered your quest, so I was just passing it along. I wonder if the Homegrown National Park or another similar org has any part-time, remote positions available. I’ll keep my eyes open for anything else.

19.02.2026 01:11 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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18.02.2026 11:17 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

Simple step to better today.

Be kinder than necessary.

16.02.2026 13:49 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

Small steps (very small steps) forward help build momentum; it’s okay to feel the weight of everything - it’s a logical reaction; it isn’t forever; if you are going through something, keep going. And most importantly, connection matters - find connection and you’ll remember your purpose.

15.02.2026 14:42 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

That is so cool!

15.02.2026 14:37 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

I agree! It could even be a way to check their understanding perhaps! A “explain this joke” exit ticket or something like that! I’d like to try that with my students if that’s okay with you.

15.02.2026 13:15 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

These are good!

14.02.2026 18:05 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

Simple step to better today.

Intention, not impulse.

12.02.2026 12:24 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

May the odds be ever in your favor! Uggggh… we are just getting rid of the cold that has plagued our home for like 3 weeks :( get some rest and hopefully you don’t get sick

11.02.2026 22:44 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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10.02.2026 00:13 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

It’s close, but I’ve got the bunnies by just a hare. Owl be surprised if it goes the other way

08.02.2026 21:27 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

That’s awesome! Congrats!

08.02.2026 21:23 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

It has been Suuuuuupppper windy! Stay warm and I hope you spot all the birds you want to see

07.02.2026 23:44 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

Nice! Well done Sy! This type of feedback beats any eval from admin.

04.02.2026 20:55 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

Yes! It’s like they quietly announce, “Hey! Look up!”. I obey and I instantly feel peace.

04.02.2026 11:35 👍 4 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

These are incredible shots! I wholeheartedly believe ducks are some of the most underrated and beautiful birds on this earth.

04.02.2026 01:00 👍 6 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

I learned that another coach, whose kid is in the military is both excited and nervous for them. I learned what others live through and what their experiences are like. I learned that we humans can do hard things with grace. I learned that all seasons of life can be celebrated and enjoyable.

04.02.2026 00:05 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0