I Can’t Spell Anymore: What Spellcheck Teaches Us About AI Literacy in Education
I can’t spell anymore. That’s a Big Thing. I was a spelling
September 25, 2026
Practical consulting, professional development, and thoughtful AI integration to help schools, districts, and education leaders strengthen culture, improve learning, and navigate change with confidence.
Founded by Hedreich Nichols, an educator, award-winning author, writer, and strategist, SmallBites Consulting helps educators, leaders, and organizations communicate, teach, and connect with clarity, perspective, and humanity.
Through professional learning, curriculum and instructional design, AI and edtech integration, and strategic consulting, SmallBites helps make complex challenges manageable through practical guidance grounded in experience.
SmallBites Consulting helps educators, leaders, and organizations communicate, teach, and connect with clarity, perspective, and humanity.
Professional learning, curriculum and instructional design, coaching, and support for improving classroom and organizational culture.
Helping schools and organizations use artificial intelligence and educational technology thoughtfully and effectively through training, planning, and implementation support.
Keynotes, workshops, and guided discussions that help audiences examine their assumptions, strengthen practice, and take useful next steps.
Clear, purposeful messaging that helps organizations communicate complex ideas, strengthen storytelling, and connect with their audiences.
Tailored strategic guidance and ongoing support to help leaders and organizations navigate change, strengthen culture, and build sustainable growth.
Led by educator, award-winning author, writer, and strategist Hedreich Nichols, SmallBites Consulting helps educators, leaders, and organizations communicate, teach, and connect with clarity, perspective, and humanity.
SmallBites works with the people and organizations committed to making learning better.
Whether you’re planning district-wide professional learning, preparing your team for AI, or strengthening school culture, SmallBites helps you find a practical path forward.
Whether you’re strengthening school culture, planning professional learning, exploring AI readiness, or looking for a speaker or facilitator, SmallBites Consulting helps you turn complex challenges into practical next steps.
I can’t spell anymore. That’s a Big Thing. I was a spelling
What would we have seen if Dolly Parton had walked into our church, school, or neighborhood before she was famous? A reflection on perception, judgment, and how quickly we mistake our assumptions about people for facts.
I’m starting something new. Except, if I’m being real, I think I
