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Kick Off TCEA 2026: Tea And Donuts With Mojo And Moby

Start your TCEA morning right with tea, donuts, and selfies with Mojo and Moby. Grab breakfast on your walk into the Convention Center and fuel up for a day of learning.

Conference mornings move fast. You’re up early, walking from your hotel, mentally reviewing your schedule, and ready to dive into a full day of learning. Before you step into the Convention Center at TCEA 2026, we’re inviting you to make one easy and delicious stop.

I’ve partnered with ClassDojo and BrainPOP to host a grab-and-go breakfast featuring tea from the HTeaO tea truck and donuts from VooDoo Doughnut right outside the Convention Center.

This is the perfect grab-and-go moment for educators heading in from nearby hotels who want to fuel up, connect, and kick off the day on a high note.

A Breakfast Stop Worth Making

From 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM, stop by the front of the Convention Center and treat yourself to a morning pick-me-up before sessions begin. Whether you’re craving something sweet, a refreshing tea, or just a friendly face to start the day, this is your spot.

Here’s what to expect:

  • VooDoo Doughnuts for the first 500 attendees
  • Tea pouring until 11:00 AM
  • A relaxed, welcoming atmosphere
  • A quick and easy stop on your walk to the conference

No lines for sessions. No pressure. Just a simple breakfast moment made for educators on the move.

Selfies, Smiles, and a Little BrainPOP Magic

Yes…Mojo and Moby will be there and ready for selfies.

Snap a photo, post it, tag it, and share how you’re fueling up for a full day of learning at TCEA. It’s a fun way to start the morning, connect with fellow educators, and add a little joy to your conference experience before the day gets busy.

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This event is about more than donuts and tea. It’s about creating space for educators to feel welcomed, appreciated, and energized. ClassDojo and BrainPOP are proud to support this moment of connection, knowing that great learning days start when people feel cared for.

Grab a donut. Sip some tea. Say hello. Take a photo. Then head inside ready to learn, collaborate, and make the most of your TCEA experience.

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If you’re attending TCEA 2026, don’t rush past breakfast. Start your day with something warm, sweet, and community-centered.

We’ll see you bright and early with your tea poured, donuts ready, and cameras out. ☕🍩📸

Ep. 279 | ClassDojo Deep Dive: From Dojo Points to Dojo Power Moves w/ Miranda Ketcham

Discover how veteran teacher Miranda Kechum uses ClassDojo to boost parent communication, student engagement, and classroom management — all while saving time and building stronger school-home connections.

Want to bring your whole district together with one simple tool? ClassDojo for Districts makes it easy to engage families and strengthen school communities—at every level. It’s the number one communication app trusted by millions of K-12 teachers, now with district-wide oversight and controls. From Pre-K to high school, ClassDojo connects your schools and families in one seamless place. Learn more at classdojo.com/districts.

What started as a simple point system is now a full-blown ecosystem! In this episode, I sit down with Miranda Ketcham — veteran educator and ClassDojo superuser — to explore how this classroom management tool has evolved into a digital powerhouse for behavior tracking, student reflection, and parent communication. We chat about Dojo Island, the shift from paper notes to real-time feedback, and what it’s like to manage classroom culture with a few taps. Oh, and we literally break bread over some pan dulce. Tune in to hear how Miranda has used ClassDojo since 2011 and why she still swears by it today.

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About Miranda Ketcham

Miranda Ketcham, a 17 year veteran educator, serves as a 5th grade teacher at King Elementary, located in King, North Carolina, part of Stokes County Schools district. She consistently guides her students in using technology as a tool for learning, incorporating AI literacy and AI tools to enhance their educational experience. She has been using ClassDojo since 2012 and has effectively utilized the platform to help students record and share their learning through digital portfolios. Always eager to explore new technology, she embraces the latest features in ClassDojo and other educational applications to enhance student engagement.

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Ep. 275 | If Not You, Then Who? Creating AI Moments That Stick with Kristen Brooks

Kristen Brooks may be retired, but her passion for education—and AI—is still working overtime. In this episode, she dishes out practical ways to turn artificial intelligence into authentic learning. Whether you’re a tech newbie or a seasoned pro, Kristen’s stories (and pan dulce humor) will leave you laughing and inspired. Spoiler: you don’t need all the answers—you just need to get started. “If not you, then who?”

Want to bring your whole district together with one simple tool? ClassDojo for Districts makes it easy to engage families and strengthen school communities—at every level. It’s the number one communication app trusted by millions of K-12 teachers, now with district-wide oversight and controls. From Pre-K to high school, ClassDojo connects your schools and families in one seamless place. Learn more at classdojo.com/districts.

What happens when a recently retired edtech queen trades early morning alarms for AI-powered student engagement? You get a mic-drop convo with Kristen Brooks! In this fun and feel-good episode, we talk about turning AI from intimidating to inspiring—one classroom experience at a time. Kristen shares how teachers can invite students to help co-create learning moments using tools like Adobe Express and more. Oh, and pan dulce makes a sweet guest appearance. Come hungry for ideas and maybe even a concha.

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About Kristen Brooks

Kristen Brooks is a 30 year veteran educator, with 21 years excusively in Educational Technology Leadership as an innovation lab specialist and an instructional technology coach who encourages creativity in the classroom #forEDU. Ms. Brooks enjoys working with schools and districts to build relationships, master pedagogy & execute instructional technology integration & supporting all areas of education through speaking at events & conferences around the globe. She was recently named as a 2025 AI Innovator from ASU+GSV summit and is honored be an ISTE+ASCD 20 to Watch. To connect with Kristen go to KristenBrooks.com or LinkedIn and create > consume today!

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Ep. 273 | Free99 For Districts: Scaling ClassDojo Beyond Elementary w/ Chad Stevens

Chad Stevens unveils how ClassDojo is scaling district-wide—bringing free tools, better communication, and continuity from elementary to middle school for teachers, leaders, and families.

Want to bring your whole district together with one simple tool? ClassDojo for Districts makes it easy to engage families and strengthen school communities—at every level. It’s the number one communication app trusted by millions of K-12 teachers, now with district-wide oversight and controls. From Pre-K to high school, ClassDojo connects your schools and families in one seamless place. Learn more at classdojo.com/districts.

What if your favorite classroom behavior tool scaled across an entire district—for free? In this episode, Chad Stevens, Head of Product at ClassDojo, reveals how the platform is evolving beyond K–5. Discover new features that boost district-wide communication, integrate seamlessly with student information systems, and help bridge the middle school gap. This conversation is packed with practical insights and future-ready strategies to engage students and families at scale.

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About Chad Stevens

Chad A. Stevens, Ph.D. has established a distinguished career in education technology, most recently serving as Head of K12 Engagement at ClassDojo. In 2024 he was inducted into the CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) Volunteer Hall of Fame. In 2023 Dr. Stevens was recognized as EdTech Chronicle’s Best C-Level Officer in Education/EdTech, and he was named a Top 100 Influencer in EdTech by EdTech Digest. His strategies have left a significant mark on educational technology and students.

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Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week with Daily Giveaways (and Cheesecake!)

We’re celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week with daily giveaways May 6–8! Enter to win MagicSchool AI swag, a Dunkin’ gift card, a QBall Pro—and get my cheesecake recipe just for signing up.

Hey there, awesome educator! 👋

To celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, I’m giving away three amazing prizes from May 6th–8th, 2025:

🎉 One unique winner will be announced each day, and when you sign up, you’ll also get something sweet—my secret cheesecake recipe delivered straight to your inbox.

Let’s celebrate YOU this week—because you’ve more than earned it.

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