Ryan, author of #BeTheOne For Kids and elementary Principal, excited to co-moderate this chat. Looking forward to learning from all of you tonight! I enjoy sitting in my hot tub at night. #PIAChat
Mark here, elementary principal in Hopkins, MN. I take a breath of relief after every workout at the gym. Not my favorite thing and always glad when it's over. #PIAChat
What's up #PIAChat. Eric from Kansas checking in tonight. Ready for an awesome chat!! My #GoodNewsCalloftheDay is a breath of relief each day that I get to make it.
Hello!! Kelley from Kansas. Prek-6th grade principal. If I'm being super honest...it's when I change into my pjs as soon as I walk in the door!!! And maybe pour a glass of vino #PIAchat
What's up #PIAChat. Eric from Kansas checking in tonight. Ready for an awesome chat!! My #GoodNewsCalloftheDay is a breath of relief each day that I get to make it.
Good evening. Roman from Ontario, Canada. Great to be here! My big relief is going to the gym. The stress relief and the energy I get just help me out with any day! Well a glass of wine helps too. lol #PIAchat
Hey PIA! Emersizzle here- Principal and lead learner of @verobeachelem -Pulling kids for some one on one makerspace time helps me get centered and remember my “why” #PIAchat#focusedonkids
A1) Lately, I love sitting and watching basketball with my son. Chatting now with him next to me getting ready to watch our Aggies down the Razorbacks!! #PIAChat
A5: YES! The whole reason I joined Twitter is because of a past admin (@Principal_H ) who believed in the + power of Twitter! Due to @Principal_H , my mind is 🤯!!! I am able to learn things WITH my kids that I never would have imagined... 💯 My classroom will never be the same.
A1) My answer tonight is different than it would be normally - I just returned from from @waemsp State Conference - seeing all my colleagues always is a breath of fresh air! #piachat
A1 My family creates a sense of space in my life. They give me purpose, drive and energy in all I do. They know when I need my time and encourage me when needed. They allow me to go further with my passion and craft. They keep me centered with my priorities in place. #PIAchat
A1: My walks at nights. Some people like to start off the day, but I need to process and reflect. I find some music that suits my mood and just breathe! #piachat
Same answer here. It's powerful to reflect by writing everyday...even short notes, making a list of accomplishments for the day, or goals for the next day! #piachat
A1 - Working out helps me to create a sense of space. Also, non-work mornings where I can sit with my coffee on my deck or in my kitchen and just BE - my #oneword2018 - #PIAChat
I need more space- but aside from time at the beach 1x year- it has to be sports- watching my son play, the Pats or B's. That's our relaxing family time- OK not always relaxing!! #piachat
A1: unplugging and spending quality time with my family! My kids can always make me laugh and de-stress! As administrators, we spend so much time at work that we need to cherish all the family time we have. #PIAChat
Miguel here from Laredo, Texas. I always enjoy coming home to my boys and spending quality time outside. Even though I’m physically tired, they are my power pellets. #PIAChat
A1: Silence. I forgot what that was like until I accidentally became in the midst of it after turning the tv off and just being...meaning I sat on my couch and became one with my thoughts. I have tried to add this to my weekly routine now. #piachat
A1 cont: I'm one of those weird extrovert/introvert people and need some quiet time between work and family obligations. I'm pretty thankful for my commute home....especially during the winter. I'm also a reader. #PIAchat
A1: Spendine time with my family and working out helps me create my positive space. But for true peace, there’s nothing like being the first player on the ice every Saturday morning. Just me, my skates and my thoughts. #PIAChat
A1: Spending time with my family and working out helps me create my positive space. But for true peace, there’s nothing like being the first player on the ice every Saturday morning. Just me, my skates and my thoughts. #PIAChat
A2- I've started working out- I have more energy to attack the day. I'm using a priority list to help me focus! 2018 is FOCUS for me and off to a great start! #piachat
A2) Spending time with students reading, learning, listening, playing, developing relationships, and making a #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay increases my energy! #PIAChat
A2: Again running for me, but being with my family gives me my "why." When in school, visiting classrooms and getting on the floor with kids, reading a book, talking with them at lunch, playing bball at recess/PE. #piachat
A2 I love to go to the gym. It is a place I love to think and get away. It relieves my stress and anxiety. Also date nights with my wife. A great way to get away, have fun and just escape reality. #PIAChat
A2) 5:30 am quick workouts get me focused for the day. Days I don't workout, just aren't the same. After that, making sure I get my 10,000 steps in during the school day keep me boosted! #PIAChat
A2 Finding the positive... starting each day w a positive email... without wanting anything in return, you end up getting positive emails back and that helps fuel my fire...thanks to @jkloczko for the idea #piachat
A2 when you see the teachers PD impact the students learning journey! So fun to watch student and staff engaged in the learning and teaching process. #PIAChat
A1: I need quiet. Which is so hard for me to get btwn work and a busy home. I am trying to persuade myself that exercise can count as my alone time. #piachat
A2: Working out - when I can, it helps me feel good and focused,but when I meet with fellow colleagues who are excited about a new endeavor, it excites me too! #piachat
I love that you have date nights! My husband and I take "field trips" to explore new places, try new things, and learn about our metro area and state. #PIAChat
A2 I love to go to the gym. It is a place I love to think and get away. It relieves my stress and anxiety. Also date nights with my wife. A great way to get away, have fun and just escape reality. #PIAChat
A2: You can’t visit a PK or K classroom without feeling refreshed. 3, 4, and 5 year olds just bring the passion and energy every minute. They get me pumped up! #PIAchat
A2 Taking time to reflect. Sending out a positive/kind tweet per day. It helps me focus, it reminds me of why I do what I do. It puts me in the mood I need to be in to make the day great. #PIAchat
A2: Getting organized makes me feel so much better! Once I have gotten EVERYTHING out of my head and not paper - I feel like I can be super productive! #piachat
A2: Kindergarten lunch and recess. It's scheduled every day and I get to go outside in the fresh air. It's my only "break" of the day! And I really feel that way! #sofun#piachat
A2: Making the Good News Call of the Day, doing building walk throughs, playing kitchen with my daughter, and in spring/summer I masquerade as a wedding DJ! #piachat
A2 - If at work, I need to be with kids. In classrooms, in the cafeteria...if they are there my energy is boosted! At home, workouts, family time and sometimes a good nap! #PIAChat
A2: Making the Good News Call of the Day, doing building walk throughs, playing kitchen with my daughter, and in spring/summer I masquerade as a wedding DJ! #piachat
A2: When I can start my day with a run its an automatic! BUT those days when I can celebrate with students and/or staff and see pure joy, happiness and love of learning my energy is always renewed. #piachat
A2. Connecting with students boosts my energy at school! Every time I need a pick me or re- focus I check out the amazing things our teachers are doing with kids! I even have teachers that invite me in just for a re-charge! #theyknowmewell#PIAchat
A2: I love watching my kids compete, baseball, gymnastics, soccer, knowing how difficult sports are helps my kids learn the message of hard work pays off #PIAChat
A2: Anytime I am interacting with my Ss energizes me. I invite all my 3-5 grade Ss to my office for lunch during the year. Getting to know them and what they think of school helps motivate me. #PIAChat
A3. When I am on top of the day to day tasks and I get to concentrate on how to take our instruction to the next level. Looking at teaching practices and what makes the difference. #PIAChat
A3- When I feel caught up and can just enjoy every minute- with kids at school or the family. Not feeling there's something I need to do. Time to just BE! #piachat
Joining midstream so thanks for the cut in line 😉 Jen, elem principal from Central MN. A2- personal activities is anything active & time w/family. Too often the short end of the stick. Professional activities is building awesome relationships w/kids. They drive my ❤️!#PIAchat
A3: When I am fully prepared for the day, have a great conversation with my wife before going to work, and have nothing on my schedule other than building rships w people at school. #piachat
A3) As a Type 2 diabetic, eating right (three meals plus healthy snacks) and getting my blood sugar levels in check help me feel more relaxed and centered. When my blood sugar levels are off, I'm crabby, tired, and not much fun to be around. #PIAChat
A3) Seeing students leave the building at the end of the day with a smile on their face relaxes me because it means they just had an awesome day!! #PIAChat
A3) When I pull reading tickets and invite students into my office to relax and read. Watching them grab a floor pillow, sit with students from other grades and laugh and share books. #makesmyday#piachat
A3. A nice cup of coffee, essential oils, a good morning with my occasional mouthy preteen daughter, prayer, good music, a hug, being early...in an combination 😀 #PIAChat
A3 Accountability systems I’ve created for myself by always asking “Is this best for kids?”, the people I surround myself w/, and remembering my why. Which means of above all things just kids in general. The gym as well haha. #PIAChat
A3 Definitely discussions with friends, nothing could replace https://t.co/QiE6REu4JA morning coffee. Okay, I am not an addict, but I love my morning cup of java. Music. I love to have energized/positive music to boost any day and mood. #PIAchat
A3) I've invested heavy into meditation for the past two years. Definitely helps me relax, focus, and get centered. . I've used @Headspace, @Calm, and @kevinrose's oak app #PIAchat
A3: Spending time with our most valuable customers- the kids! Reading to them, having lunch with them, listening to them explain their thinking... spend your time with teachers and kids and you’ll never forget your why. #PIAChat
A3: getting centeredfor me during a workday is all about Murphy Kinder students, playground time, carpet time, anytime with kinder really makes my day. #piachat
A3: morning gratitude! Taking time to share love and positive vibes with others who are going above and beyond. Sometimes I sneak notes and treats into classes and it starts my day strong knowing my TS will catch the sweet surprise. #PIAChat
A3: My Twitter PLN helps, for sure! It's such a positive start to my day. I know there are like-minded people who just begin each day like me hoping to make a difference one child at a time. #PIAchat
A3) As a Type 2 diabetic, eating right (three meals plus healthy snacks) and getting my blood sugar levels in check help me feel more relaxed and centered. When my blood sugar levels are off, I'm crabby, tired, and not much fun to be around. #PIAChat
A3: This is what I try to do every day. I'm HUGE on #INspiredLeadership and remembering that my energy is a choice. I choose how long I stay at any certian level. #PIAchat
A3: morning gratitude! Taking time to share love and positive vibes with others who are going above and beyond. Sometimes I sneak notes and treats into classes and it starts my day strong knowing my TS will catch the sweet surprise. #PIAChat
A3: making healthy choices from the start of the day helps me feel good all day, starting off with a smaller to do list, positive notes and revisiting my why...I am here to serve ALL@students, staff, families! #PIACHAT
A3 Ending our announcements, every day with "Make it the best ___day of the week." Today it was "Make it the best Tuesday of the week." And it was! #PIAChat
I try to make my morning routine consist of 1)determining my top three priorities of the day 2) hopping on twitter for just a few minutes & 3) writing out my calendar. I try NOT to check my email until these things are done. This 10 min makes me feel accomplished. #piachat
A3 cont: Greeting students with my office staff sets a positives tone for the day. It’s a great time to connect with kids and families. Hate to miss it! #PIAchat
A3. A good morning (not rushed) with my family, being prepared for the day, a day with no big surprises filled with amazing walkthroughs and happy smiling students, planned dinner, and easy bedtime! #PIAchat
Call to Action: I will find at least one hour a day to completely unplug. I am so connected with work and other projects that I am always on the go. I need to relax, slow down and enjoy the pleasures of life. #PIAchat
A3- Thinking through my day. Being kind to myself and others & knowing (recognizing) I have an amazing team—both at school and at home. A little love goes a long way. Checking off the mundane to do is a nice feeling too...gives permission to get deep into things. #PIAChat
CTA) Not sure I need to start something new, just put into practices things I wish I did more: reading for pleasure; working out; visiting more classes; going on more "field trips" with my husband. #PIAChat
