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Kevin Rickard

@RickardExplorer

Instructional Technology Specialist. Science Coach. School Gardner. Kayaker. Nature Photographer. 20th year teaching. Retired Navy

 Virginia Beach, Virginia. USA
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Joined July 2026
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I wasn’t the only one in an awesome wizard outfit today.
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Today was the ground breaking ceremony for the new addition onto our school. They asked me to have my news team lead the attendees in the Pledge of Allegiance. It was also spirit week with today being dress as your favorite wizard. This is what it looked like. I’m in the back.
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Karen@KarenLuvs2Read21h
IDK what happened to last year's prizes. We got a new principal, moved the storage room, & had Summer School in our building. But I DO know, we need prizes. Our kiddos haven't been able to cash in their points this year. Please help, if you can. Thanks! donorschoose.org/sl/AVSBGk81…
Powering Up Our Prize Cart, a project from Mrs. Barkley

Powering Up Our Prize Cart, a project from Mrs. Barkley

Help me give my students prizes that motivate them to continue their excellent behavior! Our students are amazing! They are kind, helpful, determined, and fun. They are generous, caring, and curiou...

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This is Spirit Week at Newtown. Today is come as a wizard.
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Student Council is going so well! But my representatives work best when they're fed. Please help if you can! Thank you! 💗 @DonorsChoose donorschoose.org/sl/Hgv74uy9…
Fueled Up and Ready to Help Others, a project from Mrs. Barkley

Fueled Up and Ready to Help Others, a project from Mrs. Barkley

Help me give my students snacks to keep them fueled up during their Student Council meetings! I'm so fortunate to be the Student Council Advisor to 17 of the most amazing representatives from 3...

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We started unpacking the new framing lumber from our @DonorsChoose project. We got it all inside the gate. Now to start measuring and cutting. Thank you @DavidKa69428571
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Can you please help me bring my first project in Florida back to life? Thank you for supporting me!donorschoose.org/sl/D2ALbgRa…
Learning, Helping, and Creating a Big Montessori Community, a project from Dr. Villegas

Learning, Helping, and Creating a Big Montessori Community, a project from Dr. Villegas

Help me give my students the materials they need to excel in a Montessori school, clean the classroom and work as a big community. My students are creative, resilient, and eager to learn new skills...

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@coachj4592Oct 27
Only $121 will fund this project so another high school in my district can start a food pantry. It’s hard to concentrate when your belly is rumbling. Any help or RTs are greatly appreciated!!
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@coachj4592Oct 22
Sharing another Do ors Choose project. This isn’t mine but in my district and food pantries are so important in the places that need them the most. Every dollar helps this project come to life. Any help or RTs are so appreciated!! Thank you!! donorschoose.org/sl/4NiDnLka…
More Than Food: a Pantry of Support, a project from Mr. Womack

More Than Food: a Pantry of Support, a project from Mr. Womack

Help me give my students access to a reliable school food pantry where they can find the support they need to learn, grow, and succeed. No student should have to worry about where their next meal c...

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The left side of the fence is done. Ground breaking ceremony is Wednesday morning.
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Seven posts had rotted off at the ground.
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@coachj4592Oct 25
We are so close to getting a 🚀for a food pantry in my district. This is tax deductible and any help or RTs are appreciated!!
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@coachj4592Oct 22
Sharing another Do ors Choose project. This isn’t mine but in my district and food pantries are so important in the places that need them the most. Every dollar helps this project come to life. Any help or RTs are so appreciated!! Thank you!! donorschoose.org/sl/4NiDnLka…
More Than Food: a Pantry of Support, a project from Mr. Womack

More Than Food: a Pantry of Support, a project from Mr. Womack

Help me give my students access to a reliable school food pantry where they can find the support they need to learn, grow, and succeed. No student should have to worry about where their next meal c...

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I try to collect trash when I’m out kayaking. This was today’s take.
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6.5 mile paddle. Wore my wetsuit. Air temp in the mid 60s. Water temp in the upper 60s.
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It’s been almost 2 months since my last paddle. It felt good to get back out there today.
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Mrs Redavid@MrsRedavidOct 25
Just $61 left to fund my project for a few flexible seating options for my students. I’d be grateful for any support, even sharing my link would be amazing. donorschoose.org/project/cre…
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Had a follow up with Endocrinology on Friday. A1C down to 5.7 LDL down to 81 Lost an additional 4 pounds since last visit. protein is still a tad low. overall good progress.
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Bought myself a new toy. The battery and charger were almost as expensive as the saw itself.
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Karen@KarenLuvs2ReadOct 24
Who can help get these tripods? 🥹💖 #clearthelist #SupportAClassroom #STEM
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@MrsD_STEMOct 23
Starting Stop Motion Animation next week with my fifth grade. These Tripods would be a great addition to this project to hold the iPads steady. A wonderful person on here donated one and I purchased two more. But I have 12 iPads. Can anyone help me out? amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/10… #ClearTheList
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Okay. I’m finding teachers that I’m following. That I believe were following me and now aren’t. I’m likely to unfollow them if they don’t have content that interests me or their only content is wishlists. Especially if we’ve had positive interactions.
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