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Sep 1 • 6 tweets • 3 min read
This morning we had a very special visit at the Wheatley Education Campus here in DC! It’s a great example of how to accelerate learning this year. First I got to read to students and talk with staff about #whatkidsneed & what they need.  
We talked with Principal Plenty, @WTUteacher building reps, and students about the successful implementation of Looping last year. Looping is when an educator has the same class from one year to the next.  
And the best part about looping for students? Having a consistent, familiar, and supportive educator with them through the highs and the lows of school!  
Wheatley educators have fully embraced the strategy and feel confident about it because it strengthens their relationships with their students and families. Looping helps educators focus on #WhatKidsNeed and building relationships with families and kids.  
But @dcmayorsoffice and @dcpublicschools could do a lot more- educators need a fair contract. DC Educators give their all- they need to be respected . @WTUTeacher
Thank you, Wheatley, for a wonderful morning and making me a Wheatley Whale! 🐋  

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