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2020 National University Teacher of the Year | 2021 DC Teacher of the Year | Virginia State | Johns Hopkins | Tweets are my own

Washington, DC
Joined May 2017
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Such an honor to have been recognized at the White House. It’s been an incredible year representing Washington DC as the Teacher of the Year. Thank you @POTUS @FLOTUS and @SecCardona for making this happen.
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This summer, the Smithsonian will host its sixth annual conference for educators. Classroom teacher, Alejandro Diasgranados, shares his tips for how to prepare, insights on what to expect, and his approach for turning inspiration into real classroom impact. bit.ly/4dqeS5n
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Honored to welcome Alejandro Diasgranados, EdD, MSEd ’18, representing the Johns Hopkins Alumni Association! The 2021 National University Teacher of the Year, Alejandro teaches grades 2–3 in DC and champions social‑emotional supports, collaboration, and motivation.
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Surprise! School Without Walls' Christopher Alberts is DC's 2026 Teacher of the Year. Mr. Alberts lifts up his entire school community through music and the arts. Congratulations, and thank you for all that you do for our young people.
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Critical #MissingPerson 15-year-old Kaitlen Session, who was last seen on Friday, July 4, 2025, in the 500 block of 50th St., NE. Have info? Call (202) 727-9099/ text 50411.
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Critical #MissingPerson 14-year-old Kaitlen Session, who was last seen in the 500 block of 50th Street , NE, on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Reported on : November 2, 2024 Have info, call 202-727-9099/ text 50411.
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Critical #MissingPerson 15-year-old Harmony Barnes, who was last seen in the 1200 block of Clifton Street Northwest, on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Have info? Call (202) 727-9099/Text 50411
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Whitlock's Back to School Night was truly memorable for families! Principal Golden, students, staff, & families were joined by @MayorBowser & @DCPSChancellor for a ribbon-cutting to celebrate their beautiful new school building. Let's have a #DCPSStrong school year, Whitlock!🎉
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Congratulations Dr. Alejandro Diasgranados on earning Doctorate of Ed. in Organizational Innovation from National University! 🎓 Dr. Diasgranados defended dissertation on “Factors influencing long term retention of Black and Latinx teachers in urban districts”. @ThatDCTeacher
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After three years of late nights and early mornings, I’ve successfully defended my dissertation! I’m grateful for my family and friends that have supported me throughout this journey.
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Honored to call this group my people 🙏🏽
Watching #CFPNationalChampionship? 🏈 Salute @CFPExtraYard for recognizing teachers, especially state teachers of the year! 🏆 Salute the men of color crowned state teacher of the year! 👑 @ThatDCTeacher @9thEvermore @jermar_rountree @2021VATOTY @RodRobinsonRVA
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Congratulations to the 2024 DC Teacher of the Year! Beth has done some great advocacy work with her students. So excited for everyone to get to know her better!
Congratulations, Beth Barkley, the 2024 DC Teacher of the Year! Beth is a dedicated English teacher in the International Academy at @CardozoEC. Beth also teaches a Human Rights & Social Action elective. Congratulations to Beth and the entire @CardozoEC community!
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#jhusoe alum Alejandro Diasgranados (@ThatDCTeacher) joins the @teachforamerica round-up to share words of wisdom with new teachers for an awesome school year in this @GMA segment. bit.ly/4512u5z
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Happy First Day to all the new teachers! Thank you for rocking with the profession. Check out these amazing tips from veteran educators, courtesy of @GMA and @TeachForAmerica. Wishing you an incredible year ahead!
As the new school year approaches, these teachers are sharing helpful tips that both new and veteran educators can use. bit.ly/3DT2Sbz
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Big State not the lil 🔶🔷 #HailState
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Having a Black vet has been a game changer. Highly recommend.
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Virginia State University Athletics is in IMMEDIATE need of an Assistant Sports Information Director. The pay is 55K with potential upward mobility. Contact Peggy Davis at [email protected] or call (804) 524-5650 for further details.
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Only 1% of school teachers are Black men! Lawmakers and advocates like Dr. Phelton Moss are trying to push legislation to raise teacher salaries and get more Black men in classrooms! Kids in Black communities need leaders they can relate and look up to! abcnews.go.com/Politics/gove…
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In full dissertation writing mode
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