#bcedchat Archive

This is an edchat for educators, primarily in British Columbia, Canada.
Sunday November 5, 2017
10:00 PM EST
  • participatechat Nov 5 @ 10:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #bcedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/ENI75nCqOy
  • bcedchat Nov 5 @ 10:00 PM EST
    Please introduce yourself and include your subject, grade level and area of interest. #bcedchat.
  • bcedchat Nov 5 @ 10:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #bcedchat. The topic today is “Taking the Leap.”
  • bcedchat Nov 5 @ 10:00 PM EST
    @tracycramer and @ChristineYH will be our co-moderators for tonight. #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:01 PM EST
    Hi... it's great to collaborate with @tracyacramer for tonight's #bcedchat. "Taking the Leap."
  • sandramcaulay72 Nov 5 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Grade 7 and District Resource teacher. Smithers @sd54BV #bcedchat
    In reply to @bcedchat, @sd54BV
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Excited to co-mod with the amazing @ChristineYH talking all about taking the leap #bcedchat
  • jfprovencher27 Nov 5 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Hello Francois from Qualicum bc French immersion or trying to be #bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Looking forward to tonight's #bcedchat with @tracycramer and @ChristineYH
  • jfprovencher27 Nov 5 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Are we going to have fun like last time #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Hi Francois... good to see you at #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Hi Sandra, Thanks for doing us tonight #bcedchat
    In reply to @sandramcaulay72, @bcedchat, @sd54BV
  • effortfuleduktr Nov 5 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Blake Harvard, teacher and blogger, Alabama https://t.co/EJp11sZu1q #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Hi Bryn, thanks for joining us tonight #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @tracycramer, @ChristineYH
  • sd36msjames Nov 5 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Looking forward to tonights #bcedchat. Lyndsay, a grade 4/5 Teacher in SD36
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:03 PM EST
    I need to stretch first, before I leap tonight....@tracyacramer @ChristineYH #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Hi Blake from Alabama!!! Great see you at #bcedchat
    In reply to @effortfuleduktr
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Hi Lyndsay...are you all ready to talk about taking the leap? #bcedchat
    In reply to @sd36msjames
  • RosePillay1 Nov 5 @ 10:04 PM EST
    Good evening, @bcedchat Looking forward to lurking and learning tonight on #bcedchat (attempting to multitask: eat and binge a few TV shows)
    In reply to @ChristineYH, @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:04 PM EST
    Great to see Alabama represented tonight, Blake. #bcedchat
    In reply to @effortfuleduktr
  • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:04 PM EST
    April from sunshine coast. Im a Secondary stem tech teacher #bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:04 PM EST
    If you let me know which shows, I can help by sending out spoilers, so you can focus on the eating....#bcedchat #alwaystryingtohelp
    In reply to @RosePillay1, @ChristineYH, @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:04 PM EST
    WOW Rose thats one heck of a leap! #bcedchat
    In reply to @RosePillay1, @ChristineYH, @bcedchat
  • bcedchat Nov 5 @ 10:05 PM EST
    We will be using the Q1, A1 format. Please label your responses and use the hashtag #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:05 PM EST
    Good grief Rose. Focus. #bcedchat LOL
    In reply to @RosePillay1, @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:05 PM EST
    Stretch like your life depends on it #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @effortfuleduktr
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:05 PM EST
    Hi April. Good to see you at #bcedchat tonight.
    In reply to @rilmcknight
  • KylaLCameron Nov 5 @ 10:05 PM EST
    Excited for #bcedchat I teach grade 6/7 in SD42
  • RosePillay1 Nov 5 @ 10:05 PM EST
    Hello from Rose @CISVA2 Educ Consultant in Vancouver, BC #bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:05 PM EST
    Have we ever thought of doing a Q1, A9 format? Or perhaps binary? Q1, Q10, Q11...#bcedchat
    In reply to @bcedchat
  • jfprovencher27 Nov 5 @ 10:05 PM EST
    taking the leap #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Nov 5 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Q1: We ask our students to take risks every day, what is one risk you have taken in your school with your students? #bcedchat
  • lizbellteacher Nov 5 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Liz, sd43 HS. Those leap GIF's you're posting are terrifying me! But I'm ready to chat about leaping! #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Hi Kyla, thanks for taking the leap with us! Excited to have you here! #bcedchat
    In reply to @KylaLCameron
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Bryn... you're killing me. #bcedchat Q1, A1 gets some people. Sheesh.
    • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:05 PM EST
      Have we ever thought of doing a Q1, A9 format? Or perhaps binary? Q1, Q10, Q11...#bcedchat
      In reply to @bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:07 PM EST
    Stop it. #cooking #bcedchat
    • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:06 PM EST
      thanks just taking a break from cooking to join.
      In reply to @ChristineYH
  • jfprovencher27 Nov 5 @ 10:07 PM EST
    YOu guys know the leap of Faith on Hornby Island #bcedchat
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:07 PM EST
    Ian in BCs snowy Shuswap looking forward to @ChristineYH & @tracyacramer taking over tonight’s #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:07 PM EST
    Hi Liz, thanks for taking the leap with us tonight #bcedchat
    In reply to @lizbellteacher
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:07 PM EST
    A1: Risk is something that we need to do everyday. to model, and to grow...However, I see risk as opportunities to learn. #bcedchat
    In reply to @RosePillay1, @ChristineYH, @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:08 PM EST
    Hi Ian. Good to see tonight. #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy, @tracyacramer
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:08 PM EST
    Hi Ian, thanks for joining us tonight! Thanks for taking the leap #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy, @ChristineYH
  • teachermrskhan Nov 5 @ 10:08 PM EST
    That’s what I want to do to you right now. Take a leap into you. Don’t make my brain hurt!! #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @bcedchat
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:08 PM EST
    A1 I did not do a “class rules” list (not even a “dos +ve” one to let our classroom community discover who we are together #bcedchat
  • gal_smiley Nov 5 @ 10:09 PM EST
    My first #bcedchat. Excited that @tracyacramer is co-mod! :-)
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:09 PM EST
    Good one Bryn. That's the big question. Are we all learners? All around the modelling. We need to create a culture of learning. #bcedchat
    • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:07 PM EST
      A1: Risk is something that we need to do everyday. to model, and to grow...However, I see risk as opportunities to learn. #bcedchat
      In reply to @RosePillay1, @ChristineYH, @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • effortfuleduktr Nov 5 @ 10:09 PM EST
    A1 - Took a leap last year starting a blog...Ss see me writing, editing, researching, etc. They comment, "you're still learning?" #bcedchat
    • bcedchat Nov 5 @ 10:06 PM EST
      Q1: We ask our students to take risks every day, what is one risk you have taken in your school with your students? #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:09 PM EST
    OK...thats funny #notacatperson Welcome to #bcedchat and thanks for taking the leap with us
    In reply to @teachermrskhan, @brynmw, @bcedchat
  • sandramcaulay72 Nov 5 @ 10:09 PM EST
    Q1 flexible seating to increase engagement and self-reg with tweens #bcedchat
    In reply to @bcedchat
  • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:09 PM EST
    love crazy cooking. #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:09 PM EST
    Are you the cat or the cute kid in the red maple jacket? #bcedchat
    In reply to @teachermrskhan, @bcedchat
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:10 PM EST
    A1 Happy to be doing some descriptive feedback and efolios with students who are more used to ✔️s and #s #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:10 PM EST
    Hey Friend...thanks for joining us! Exciting topic...you need to talk about the leap you just took #bcedchat
    In reply to @gal_smiley
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:10 PM EST
    Awesome Blake. Love this!!! #bcedchat #blogging
    In reply to @effortfuleduktr
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:10 PM EST
    Love this. What does this look like in your class? #bcedchat
    In reply to @sandramcaulay72, @bcedchat
  • sd36msjames Nov 5 @ 10:11 PM EST
    A1 Taking risks by trying new ways to teach concepts, provide new opportunities to learn & also learning together w students #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:11 PM EST
    I just learned about FLEXIBLE SEATING during #IMMOOC. Hello Starbucks. Giving student choice. Empowerment. Enhancing Ss learning. #bcedchat
    • sandramcaulay72 Nov 5 @ 10:09 PM EST
      Q1 flexible seating to increase engagement and self-reg with tweens #bcedchat
      In reply to @bcedchat
  • jfprovencher27 Nov 5 @ 10:11 PM EST
    A1 Make the student fo their own report cards #bcedchat
  • teachermrskhan Nov 5 @ 10:11 PM EST
    A1 I’m teaching performing arts for prep because kids were interested in it. Dancing, singing and acting makes me uncomfortable! #bcedchat
  • KylaLCameron Nov 5 @ 10:11 PM EST
    A1: One risk I have taken with my Ss is letting my Class PM create the seating plan. It changes every election, every two weeks. #bcedchat
    • bcedchat Nov 5 @ 10:06 PM EST
      Q1: We ask our students to take risks every day, what is one risk you have taken in your school with your students? #bcedchat
  • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:11 PM EST
    a great leap of faith in your classes. #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:11 PM EST
    Love this...if the students don't see us taking risks...they never will #bcedchat
    • sd36msjames Nov 5 @ 10:11 PM EST
      A1 Taking risks by trying new ways to teach concepts, provide new opportunities to learn & also learning together w students #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:11 PM EST
    Love this. Tell me more. #descriptivefeedback #bcedchat
    • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:10 PM EST
      A1 Happy to be doing some descriptive feedback and efolios with students who are more used to ✔️s and #s #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:12 PM EST
    Q2: What is one risk you would like to take in your teaching career or have taken? What made you decide to do this? #bcedchat
  • cpoole27 Nov 5 @ 10:12 PM EST
    A1: I took a risk last year by launching https://t.co/PZtVev44kT to uplift and encourage Ts weekly. Love watching it grow! #bcedchat
  • sandramcaulay72 Nov 5 @ 10:12 PM EST
    Couch, stools&counters, lap desks. Hope to add more as part of my NOII inquiry #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @bcedchat
  • jfprovencher27 Nov 5 @ 10:12 PM EST
    Where @CarrieAntoniazz tonight #bcedchat
  • gal_smiley Nov 5 @ 10:12 PM EST
    A1: My risk-taking this week is class performance at our school Remembrance Day assembly. Must start rehearsing! #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:12 PM EST
    Tell me more! #bcedchat
    In reply to @cpoole27
  • MsBurrows Nov 5 @ 10:13 PM EST
    A1: starting inquiry in the primary classroom. After 10yrs teaching it was a total shift. And I am moving it. #bcedchat
    In reply to @bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:13 PM EST
    A2: This is difficult, as my entire career is risk-taking. Perhaps planning on staying in one school for more than 3 years? #bcedchat
  • montessorimice Nov 5 @ 10:13 PM EST
    A1: we are in the process of creating a platform 4 the kids 2 B ‘Core Competency Ambassadors’ & be the 1s 2 answer ur questions! #bcedchat
    In reply to @sandramcaulay72, @bcedchat
  • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:13 PM EST
    A1 I take a leap everyday teaching tech ed. I get technology and need to learn it with Ss or mostly they teach me. #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:13 PM EST
    Get over yourself Bryn. Think. #bcedchat
    • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:13 PM EST
      A2: This is difficult, as my entire career is risk-taking. Perhaps planning on staying in one school for more than 3 years? #bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:14 PM EST
    Love it. I hope you can tweet out pictures. I love the flexible seating for students. Wonder what it would look like for staff? #bcedchat
    In reply to @sandramcaulay72, @bcedchat
  • teachermrskhan Nov 5 @ 10:14 PM EST
    A2 Going into admin. I never thought I’d be interested in it. Had some really good mentors that helped push me. #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:14 PM EST
    I sooooo agree. My students teach me a lot... about my learning and theirs. #bcedchat
    • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:13 PM EST
      A1 I take a leap everyday teaching tech ed. I get technology and need to learn it with Ss or mostly they teach me. #bcedchat
  • Mrs_M_Salter Nov 5 @ 10:14 PM EST
    A2. switched districts! Scary move, by am getting to know new district. Kids are kids-teachers are teachers. Politics are unique #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • lizbellteacher Nov 5 @ 10:14 PM EST
    A1. I'm in FPC 10 math. Many of the S's are faster & more accurate than me. Taking the risk to show it's ok to struggle a little #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:14 PM EST
    Mentors are so important...especially when taking an unknown scary leap. Now look at you...all awesome #bcedchat
    In reply to @teachermrskhan
  • KylaLCameron Nov 5 @ 10:15 PM EST
    A2: Switching districts after 12 years. I loved SD35 and all I learnt is allowing me to push myself in SD42. I am loving my leap #bcedchat
    • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:12 PM EST
      Q2: What is one risk you would like to take in your teaching career or have taken? What made you decide to do this? #bcedchat
  • cpoole27 Nov 5 @ 10:15 PM EST
    I have a weekly podcast, articles, FB community, materials and more w/ the goal to encourage Ts to be unforgettable #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:15 PM EST
    Biggest risk for me? I think trying to write that book and finding out it is a failure. Fear of 'being discovered' as fraud? #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:15 PM EST
    Sure am! That was a huge leap...and you did it!!1 #bcedchat
    In reply to @gal_smiley
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:15 PM EST
    Core Competencies Ambassadors. Wow. Love it. #bcedchat
    • montessorimice Nov 5 @ 10:13 PM EST
      A1: we are in the process of creating a platform 4 the kids 2 B ‘Core Competency Ambassadors’ & be the 1s 2 answer ur questions! #bcedchat
      In reply to @sandramcaulay72, @bcedchat
  • MsBurrows Nov 5 @ 10:15 PM EST
    A2: there will always be big shifts through my career. I enjoy changes. Just moved towns, grade levels. Enuf change for this yr! #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • teachermrskhan Nov 5 @ 10:15 PM EST
    A2 Which shows how important mentoring and modelling is for people to take risks #bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:15 PM EST
    I think that is a big risk for me. I am vulnerable with this and that is where risk resides. #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:16 PM EST
    Oh see... I knew it. Keep writing!!! #bcedchat
    • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:15 PM EST
      Biggest risk for me? I think trying to write that book and finding out it is a failure. Fear of 'being discovered' as fraud? #bcedchat
      In reply to @ChristineYH
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:16 PM EST
    Totally. #bcedchat
    • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:15 PM EST
      I think that is a big risk for me. I am vulnerable with this and that is where risk resides. #bcedchat
      In reply to @ChristineYH
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:16 PM EST
    True dat! #bcedchat
    In reply to @teachermrskhan
  • RosePillay1 Nov 5 @ 10:16 PM EST
    Students as #corecompetencies Ambassadors? Tell me more #bcedchat
    In reply to @montessorimice, @sandramcaulay72, @bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:16 PM EST
    I like your faith. Thank you #dr280 #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • teachermrskhan Nov 5 @ 10:17 PM EST
    Ain’t that the truth? constantly feel like being discovered as a fraud! #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @ChristineYH
  • LauraRienks Nov 5 @ 10:17 PM EST
    A1: Let them teach, learn together, student choice #bcedchat
    In reply to @bcedchat
  • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:17 PM EST
    My favorite math teaching quote is This is how my brain sees the sokution how does yours work it out #bcedchat
    In reply to @lizbellteacher
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:17 PM EST
    OK #dr280 is awesome and we know we are all jealous...imagine the leap you could take with #280 #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:17 PM EST
    Oh my goodness. This is sooooo great!!!! Laboratory Classroom. Cool. #bcedchat
    • montessorimice Nov 5 @ 10:16 PM EST
      A2: becoming a ‘Laboratory classroom’ and having visiting educators and system leaders visit frequently. Gives ‘open door’ a new meaning!
      In reply to @tracyacramer, @ChristineYH
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:17 PM EST
    Using @freshgrade but want to check out @my_Blueprint for its tagging system #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27, @FreshGrade, @my_Blueprint
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:18 PM EST
    I think (and hope) this just shows that we are constant learners. Understanding that we don't know everything. #bcedchat
    In reply to @teachermrskhan, @ChristineYH
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:18 PM EST
    Love this #bcedchat
    • LauraRienks Nov 5 @ 10:17 PM EST
      A1: Let them teach, learn together, student choice #bcedchat
      In reply to @bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:18 PM EST
    You've got this one Bryn. Do it. #bcedchat
  • sandramcaulay72 Nov 5 @ 10:18 PM EST
    A2 I’ve become a District Resource teacher this year! I ❤️the collaboration. #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • sd36msjames Nov 5 @ 10:18 PM EST
    A2: Starting my Masters Degree, Digital portfolios & communicating student learning with @FreshGrade, flexible seating & Core Comp #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:19 PM EST
    I like it. Change in roles. Brilliant. #bcedchat
    • sandramcaulay72 Nov 5 @ 10:18 PM EST
      A2 I’ve become a District Resource teacher this year! I ❤️the collaboration. #bcedchat
      In reply to @tracyacramer
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:19 PM EST
    Lyndsay, you are taking lots of leaps...you are going it all #bcedchat
    In reply to @sd36msjames, @FreshGrade
  • gal_smiley Nov 5 @ 10:19 PM EST
    A2: Biggest risk = FreshGrade/ditching LTE grades. Also biggest payoff. Next challenge = how to move to grade-free classroom in SD23... Expecting resistance... #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:19 PM EST
    Q3: You don't always need a plan. Sometimes U just need 2 breathe, trust, and see what happens. When was the last time U did this? #bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:20 PM EST
    So excited for you journey on this, Sandi. Grade-free classrooms would be awesome. Check out #sblchat and of course, our #bcedchat
    In reply to @gal_smiley
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:20 PM EST
    A3 biggest leap of faith was leaving a district I loved and moving to an entirely new district. Scary yet Awesome #bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:20 PM EST
    Okay, I love this vid......it's so cute. #bcedchat
    In reply to @RosePillay1, @ChristineYH
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:20 PM EST
    It happens. Get over it. It's ourselves being our own toughest critic. @brynmw #bcedchat
  • LauraRienks Nov 5 @ 10:20 PM EST
    A2: Take bigger advantage of the teachable moment #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:21 PM EST
    A3 what I used to call “embracing chaos” has become “trusting the process” in #geniushour SOLEs and design thinking projects #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:21 PM EST
    YUP. Teachable moments. Best learning opportunity for Ts and Ss. #bcedchat
    • LauraRienks Nov 5 @ 10:20 PM EST
      A2: Take bigger advantage of the teachable moment #bcedchat
      In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • cpoole27 Nov 5 @ 10:21 PM EST
    so great Laura! #bcedchat
    In reply to @LauraRienks, @bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:22 PM EST
    I know. There is an expectation that admin know everything.Luckily, I have an amazing staff that understanding we are all learners #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27, @teachermrskhan, @ChristineYH
  • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:22 PM EST
    scary for sure. was the same when i came to bc after 20 + years teaching there #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:22 PM EST
    Culture. We are all learners. #bcedchat
    • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:22 PM EST
      I know. There is an expectation that admin know everything.Luckily, I have an amazing staff that understanding we are all learners #bcedchat
      In reply to @jfprovencher27, @teachermrskhan, @ChristineYH
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:22 PM EST
    Always worth it when it’s time to “change the dayplan” when students dictate/need it! #bcedchat
    In reply to @LauraRienks, @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • Mrs_M_Salter Nov 5 @ 10:23 PM EST
    A3. A field trip two weeks ago. A parent drove in the morning and promptly told me they could only drive one way.....#bcedchat
  • RosePillay1 Nov 5 @ 10:23 PM EST
    A3 #bcedchat: this past month each and every day of @FISA_BC Provincial Tour with @greggerbs & @JodieSuss for https://t.co/qB0wgjXf7X
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @FISA_BC, @greggerbs, @JodieSuss
  • gal_smiley Nov 5 @ 10:23 PM EST
    You too Tracy! #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:23 PM EST
    Carrie, coming in late! Tyring to catch up :) #bcedchat
  • eladeelectrode Nov 5 @ 10:23 PM EST
    #Galvanized #Steel #Anode Insoluble,dimensional stable, no pollution; High current efficiency, energy saving; High acid and alkal #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:23 PM EST
    Get over yourself. YOU'RE AWESOME and will be awesome. #bcedchat #provincialtour
  • MsBurrows Nov 5 @ 10:24 PM EST
    A3: had a "tea talk" with grade 2/3 about core competency focus of the month. Was awesome and ... totally not planned. #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:24 PM EST
    Hi Nathalie... Welcome to #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathalie_magel
  • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:24 PM EST
    A1: So many! I'm back in the classroom after 5 years. I fell like everything I try I'm taking a risk #bcedchat
    In reply to @bcedchat
  • bcedchat Nov 5 @ 10:25 PM EST
    We hope you’re enjoying the chat tonight! Remember, we chat every Sunday at 7 pm PST! #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:25 PM EST
    even better when things are amazing and not planned...what was a scary leap that was planned??? #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsBurrows, @bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:25 PM EST
    Even better. #notplanned #goodstuff #bcedchat
    • MsBurrows Nov 5 @ 10:24 PM EST
      A3: had a "tea talk" with grade 2/3 about core competency focus of the month. Was awesome and ... totally not planned. #bcedchat
      In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • sandramcaulay72 Nov 5 @ 10:25 PM EST
    I’ve changed districts 3 times in my 20 years. Has made me a better teacher for sure! #bcedchat
    In reply to @Mrs_M_Salter, @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:25 PM EST
    You go girl...risk taking at its best. Thanks for coming to play #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz, @bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:25 PM EST
    A3: We had a small electrical fire, with evacuation, rain, and had to call 911. Then earlier release. Crazy, but breathe, no plan. #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:25 PM EST
    Boom. I love it. #bcedchat
    • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:24 PM EST
      A1: So many! I'm back in the classroom after 5 years. I fell like everything I try I'm taking a risk #bcedchat
      In reply to @bcedchat
  • cpoole27 Nov 5 @ 10:25 PM EST
    A3: Just breathe and reflect on mistakes as a positive! Two Min. Timeout for Ts... Embrace Failure! https://t.co/7xmHrWB3S6 #bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:26 PM EST
    A2: Went back to the classroom after 5 years of as district teacher mentor. Was a K to 3 T, now trying 4/5 + doing some consulting #bcedchat
  • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:26 PM EST
    You are all doing amazing based on the reviews #bcedchat
    In reply to @RosePillay1, @tracyacramer, @FISA_BC, @greggerbs, @JodieSuss
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:26 PM EST
    Getting different perspectives is important. (five districts in 25 years). #bcedchat
    In reply to @sandramcaulay72, @Mrs_M_Salter, @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:26 PM EST
    Couldn’t imagine a better tour guide!! #bcedchat
    In reply to @RosePillay1, @tracyacramer, @FISA_BC, @greggerbs, @JodieSuss
  • sandramcaulay72 Nov 5 @ 10:26 PM EST
    Good for you! I moved from Island to Smithers 5 years ago. Went back to being a TTOC after 15 years. Best thing ever! #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsBurrows, @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:26 PM EST
    Q4: What calls you? What is your passion? #bcedchat
  • teachermrskhan Nov 5 @ 10:27 PM EST
    Oh my gosh! Weren’t we talking about scary emergency situations last week?! #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • gal_smiley Nov 5 @ 10:27 PM EST
    Oh I've done it for past two years running in SD36. SD23 somewhat more resistant. Not sure why... #bcedchat
    In reply to @teachermrskhan
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:27 PM EST
    A4: Professional Learning and sharing.I love working with other educators around the world. Wish it could be part of my 'career' #bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:28 PM EST
    A4: Everyday! Try not to overplan so that can leave room for S interest, discussion, passion. Never know what'll ingnite a spark! #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:28 PM EST
    A2 Biggest leap was moving to sunshine coast for term position leaving perm position in MB #bcedchat
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:28 PM EST
    Nothing wrong with changing districts - given me a rich perspective (and #pln ) on my educational journey! #bcedchat #wherenext?
    In reply to @sandramcaulay72, @Mrs_M_Salter, @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • Mrs_M_Salter Nov 5 @ 10:28 PM EST
    I am enjoying Surrey. I also find pro d ....so I start a dinner series with @LeytonSchnell & @fayebrownlie tomorrow #bcedchat excited!
    In reply to @sandramcaulay72, @tracyacramer, @bcedchat, @LeytonSchnell, @fayebrownlie
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:28 PM EST
    Don't you go to China? #bcedchat You rock Bryn, as always.
    • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:27 PM EST
      A4: Professional Learning and sharing.I love working with other educators around the world. Wish it could be part of my 'career' #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:28 PM EST
    Always be ready to light the small sparks #bcedchat
    • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:28 PM EST
      A4: Everyday! Try not to overplan so that can leave room for S interest, discussion, passion. Never know what'll ingnite a spark! #bcedchat
      In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • jfprovencher27 Nov 5 @ 10:28 PM EST
    A4 my passion is obviously teaching and learning, but learning from people that are positive and willing to take along #bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:28 PM EST
    yup. I had the fire on Monday, bears and floods on Tuesday, Watermain broke on Wednesday, (Thursday good), power outage Friday. #bcedchat
    In reply to @teachermrskhan
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:29 PM EST
    Yup. Me too. #teaching #learning #bcedchat #passion
    • jfprovencher27 Nov 5 @ 10:28 PM EST
      A4 my passion is obviously teaching and learning, but learning from people that are positive and willing to take along #bcedchat
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:29 PM EST
    As long as all kids are accounted for - an adventure can be better than a planned outing - good modelling of staying calm and adapting! #bcedchat
    In reply to @Mrs_M_Salter
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:29 PM EST
    Yup. And presented this past summer to Chinese principals. Love doing this. #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:29 PM EST
    You rock Brynges. #bcedchat
    • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:29 PM EST
      Yup. And presented this past summer to Chinese principals. Love doing this. #bcedchat
      In reply to @ChristineYH
  • lizbellteacher Nov 5 @ 10:29 PM EST
    Note to self, avoid the school @brynmw is in! Bad stuff happens, a LOT!! #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @teachermrskhan, @brynmw
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:30 PM EST
    I was an IB biology teacher and IB coordinator in past schools. Currently at Elementary (so less IB happening) #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:30 PM EST
    Dinner invite please? #bcedchat
    • Mrs_M_Salter Nov 5 @ 10:28 PM EST
      I am enjoying Surrey. I also find pro d ....so I start a dinner series with @LeytonSchnell & @fayebrownlie tomorrow #bcedchat excited!
      In reply to @sandramcaulay72, @tracyacramer, @bcedchat, @LeytonSchnell, @fayebrownlie
  • teachermrskhan Nov 5 @ 10:30 PM EST
    Halloween curses! Well at least now you are prepared for if any of it happens again. #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:30 PM EST
    mum how do I get a seat at this table #bcedchat
    In reply to @Mrs_M_Salter, @sandramcaulay72, @bcedchat, @LeytonSchnell, @fayebrownlie
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:31 PM EST
    Ha! We were all safe in the end. As one of my students said (grade 2): This is why we do fire drills/practice. #bcedchat
    In reply to @lizbellteacher, @teachermrskhan
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:31 PM EST
    Modeling Mindsets! #bcedchat
    • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:25 PM EST
      A3: We had a small electrical fire, with evacuation, rain, and had to call 911. Then earlier release. Crazy, but breathe, no plan. #bcedchat
  • teachermrskhan Nov 5 @ 10:31 PM EST
    Stay away 😂 #bcedchat
    In reply to @lizbellteacher, @brynmw
  • debbiemah Nov 5 @ 10:31 PM EST
    #seetheability #DownSyndrome #bcedchat #Diversity #ALLMeansALL #WeALLBelong #inclusiveEducation
  • lizbellteacher Nov 5 @ 10:31 PM EST
    A4. Learning, sharing my learning, meeting new people also passionate about teaching & learning. Working with diverse learners! #bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:31 PM EST
    A4 : My passions are teaching, learning, sharing, collaborating… and then Space, Science, Lego, and chocolate :) #bcedchat
  • RosePillay1 Nov 5 @ 10:31 PM EST
    #bcedchat A4: this will take some time ...
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:32 PM EST
    A4 making sure every S feel like school fits them and not feel like they dont fit in the school. #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:32 PM EST
    Q4: What calls you...What is your passion? #bcedchat
  • seano3ca Nov 5 @ 10:32 PM EST
    #bcedchat A4: Kids doing real things outside. Dirty fingernails, muddy knees, curiosity about the world they live in. And math. And poetry.
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:32 PM EST
    mmmmm, chocolate...Is there a chocolate lego space theme out there? #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:32 PM EST
    Boom. Seriously... I have your back Rose... We all do. #bcedchat
  • effortfuleduktr Nov 5 @ 10:33 PM EST
    A4 - Evidence-based instruction...learning strategies (retrieval and spaced practice, dual coding, etc.) in the classroom. #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:33 PM EST
    Esp since it’s @FreshGrade Home court - been proud to be using this efolio with learning communities for a 5th year #bcedchat
    In reply to @gal_smiley, @teachermrskhan, @FreshGrade
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:33 PM EST
    Great visual and I completely agree #bcedchat
    In reply to @rilmcknight
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:33 PM EST
    I am sooooo pro on learning outside. YES. #bcedchat
    • seano3ca Nov 5 @ 10:32 PM EST
      #bcedchat A4: Kids doing real things outside. Dirty fingernails, muddy knees, curiosity about the world they live in. And math. And poetry.
  • LisaRead Nov 5 @ 10:33 PM EST
    Hello all! Happy Extra-Hour Sunday! #bcedchat
  • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:33 PM EST
    you are a star ... great job .. jealous #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @ChristineYH
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:34 PM EST
    yup. I love the connections of this. and the #TOK component. #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27
  • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:34 PM EST
    That would be amazing! Maybe we should create one #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:34 PM EST
    Hello Lisa. Good to see you at #bcedchat What risks are your willing to take? Q4. What is your passion?
    In reply to @LisaRead
  • RosePillay1 Nov 5 @ 10:34 PM EST
    #bcedchat A4: People and their stories: https://t.co/eStcwdWFN3
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:34 PM EST
    That’s a great dinner lineup! Couple of my favourite BC educators to learn with! #bcedchat
    In reply to @Mrs_M_Salter, @sandramcaulay72, @tracyacramer, @bcedchat, @LeytonSchnell, @fayebrownlie
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:34 PM EST
    Goodness. And this past week was cold....>#bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz, @teachermrskhan
  • sd36msjames Nov 5 @ 10:34 PM EST
    A4: Passionate about trying new things & challenges, SEL, core competencies, children's books, learning, tech..... so many things #bcedchat
  • LauraRienks Nov 5 @ 10:34 PM EST
    A4: tapping into the close relationship between play and exploration #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:35 PM EST
    excellent calmness. lead by example #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy
  • bcedchat Nov 5 @ 10:35 PM EST
    Tonight’s topic was suggested by YOU, #bcedchat! Please stop by our website to suggest topics for upcoming chats: https://t.co/apNWRbqItJ
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:35 PM EST
    You are an incredible story teller...teaching is a heart job #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy, @Mrs_M_Salter, @sandramcaulay72, @bcedchat, @LeytonSchnell, @fayebrownlie
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:36 PM EST
    Q5: What would happen if you TAKE THE LEAP to follow these callings? Your passion? #bcedchat
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:36 PM EST
    A4 not underestimating what learners can do - and differentiating so that ALL learners can be successful #bcedchat
  • LauraRienks Nov 5 @ 10:36 PM EST
    A4: bringing the outdoors in, or the students outdoors #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • gal_smiley Nov 5 @ 10:36 PM EST
    How come I gotta be in Surrey to do ProD with@Leytonschnell?!? ;-) Confess to missing Surrey ProD. ProD leaders. I knew I would! #bcedchat
    In reply to @Mrs_M_Salter, @sandramcaulay72, @tracyacramer, @bcedchat, @LeytonSchnell, @fayebrownlie
  • LisaRead Nov 5 @ 10:36 PM EST
    A4: I think taking risks is probably one of my strengths. "I don't know... let's try it and see" are oft-heard words #bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:36 PM EST
    I'm doing the @freshgrade and no grades this year… Ss are pushing back. Trying to work w/them to show this is a positive change! #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy, @gal_smiley, @teachermrskhan, @FreshGrade, @FreshGrade
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:37 PM EST
    Different IB happening.....😜 #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @jfprovencher27
  • teachermrskhan Nov 5 @ 10:37 PM EST
    Agree. Love the stories and love how listening to each other’s stories helps us learn. #bcedchat
    In reply to @RosePillay1, @tracyacramer
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:37 PM EST
    I agree...if we don't take risks and our ss don't see us taking them, they will never take them either #taketheleap #bcedchat
    • LisaRead Nov 5 @ 10:36 PM EST
      A4: I think taking risks is probably one of my strengths. "I don't know... let's try it and see" are oft-heard words #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Nov 5 @ 10:37 PM EST
    Q5 #bcedchat
    • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:36 PM EST
      Q5: What would happen if you TAKE THE LEAP to follow these callings? Your passion? #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:37 PM EST
    Q5 #bcedchat
    • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:36 PM EST
      Q5: What would happen if you TAKE THE LEAP to follow these callings? Your passion? #bcedchat
  • LisaRead Nov 5 @ 10:38 PM EST
    A2(#2) my department took a HUGE risk this weekend by putting on an amazing conference for Van Island districts. check: #VINlearn #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:38 PM EST
    Awe thanks @_grahamjohnson I love being here #sd23 #bcedchat
    In reply to @_grahamjohnson, @gal_smiley, @rilmcknight, @Amber_Hartwell, @Kleckner_SD23, @_grahamjohnson
  • jfprovencher27 Nov 5 @ 10:38 PM EST
    A5 When student feel you are authentic, they will follow regardless of what and how you do things because you care #bcedchat
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:38 PM EST
    Takes them a little while to understand how descriptive feedback works compared to 7/10s (stickers still good - just don’t have to be with ✔️s) #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz, @gal_smiley, @teachermrskhan, @FreshGrade
  • gal_smiley Nov 5 @ 10:39 PM EST
    I & gr5 teaching partner hoping to do letter grades term 1, mastery scale term 2, and decide with Ss what T3 looks like #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz, @technolandy, @teachermrskhan, @FreshGrade
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:39 PM EST
    A5: Moves you out of your comfort level. The "what if I fail" exists, even tho we tell students failure is good,we need to own it. #bcedchat
  • lizbellteacher Nov 5 @ 10:39 PM EST
    Q5. Working, with support to make changes & implementing core competencies with all the T's at my HS. pretty big leap for some! #bcedchat
  • LisaRead Nov 5 @ 10:40 PM EST
    A5: I ask "What's the worst that could happen?" and it's never death or dismemberment, so usually laking the leap brings learning #bcedchat
  • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:40 PM EST
    A5 Following my passion meant changing a career path and fighting for change in any school I am a part of #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:40 PM EST
    Boom...this right here! #bcedchat
    • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:39 PM EST
      A5: Moves you out of your comfort level. The "what if I fail" exists, even tho we tell students failure is good,we need to own it. #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:40 PM EST
    Oh my gosh Bryn.... you are on fire. #bcedchat
    • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:39 PM EST
      A5: Moves you out of your comfort level. The "what if I fail" exists, even tho we tell students failure is good,we need to own it. #bcedchat
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:40 PM EST
    Had French immersion class say “I just want a score” so I gave them one and asked what they needed to do to improve - they picked what was already good. Took a couple examples to show that learning never actually “stopped” just because of a calendar date #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz, @gal_smiley, @teachermrskhan, @FreshGrade
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:40 PM EST
    So happy it's not always death and dismemberment.....that's always a plus when taking risks. #bcedchat
    In reply to @LisaRead
  • teachermrskhan Nov 5 @ 10:40 PM EST
    It is a slow process. We just have to keep moving forward. #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy, @CarrieAntoniazz, @gal_smiley, @FreshGrade
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:40 PM EST
    Being a student advocate and giving them a voice is huge #bcedchat
    In reply to @rilmcknight
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:41 PM EST
    Death. LOL. #bcedchat
    • LisaRead Nov 5 @ 10:40 PM EST
      A5: I ask "What's the worst that could happen?" and it's never death or dismemberment, so usually laking the leap brings learning #bcedchat
  • MsBurrows Nov 5 @ 10:41 PM EST
    A5: Do my best, stumble, dust off, try again, never give up. It's what we do! #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:41 PM EST
    A5: I took the leap, doing "missions du mercredi" - different one each week related to #STEAM learning! So much fun for me + Ss #bcedchat
  • LisaRead Nov 5 @ 10:41 PM EST
    A5 (#2) After all, that is what #DesignThinking is all about: Fail faster so you can succeed quicker. #bcedchat
  • LauraRienks Nov 5 @ 10:41 PM EST
    A5: stepping out of my comfort zone might encourage my students to do the same. #bcedchat
    In reply to @bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:42 PM EST
    Love. Love. Love. This....Awesome. #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz
  • gal_smiley Nov 5 @ 10:42 PM EST
    Agreed. Am passionate about this path. Confident that change can happen. Gotta move a bit more slowly than I'm used to 😉#bcedchat
    In reply to @teachermrskhan, @technolandy, @CarrieAntoniazz, @FreshGrade
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:42 PM EST
    YES. The Experiential Learning Cycle. Throw in some reflection and we're good. #bcedchat
    • MsBurrows Nov 5 @ 10:41 PM EST
      A5: Do my best, stumble, dust off, try again, never give up. It's what we do! #bcedchat
      In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:42 PM EST
    One of my students had a t-shirt the other day that said #failharder and I teach grade 1...it was AWESOME #bcedchat
    In reply to @LisaRead
  • cpoole27 Nov 5 @ 10:42 PM EST
    so True! You may like this Two Min Timeout for Teachers all about embracing failure! https://t.co/7xmHrWB3S6 #bcedchat #svtchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:42 PM EST
    Communication is definitely important! #bcedchat
    In reply to @teachermrskhan, @gal_smiley, @CarrieAntoniazz, @FreshGrade
  • RosePillay1 Nov 5 @ 10:42 PM EST
    #bcedchat A5: Following my passion for peoples' stories led to the Hellobrick Road https://t.co/AANweOLKSQ and ... https://t.co/Rm4dTSxcjJ
    In reply to @bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:42 PM EST
    I explain to Ss that we are trying new things - it may work, it may not. Everything is a prototype in our class + can be improved #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:42 PM EST
    As one that never fit a school I see how we must find a way to have many paths through education #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:43 PM EST
    The old speed boat and canoe syndrome...remember Kayaks are good too #bcedchat
    In reply to @gal_smiley, @teachermrskhan, @technolandy, @CarrieAntoniazz, @FreshGrade
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:43 PM EST
    We are on the same wave length. #bcedchat Do what we wish to see.
    • LauraRienks Nov 5 @ 10:41 PM EST
      A5: stepping out of my comfort zone might encourage my students to do the same. #bcedchat
      In reply to @bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:43 PM EST
    Q6: What stops you from TAKING THE LEAP? What are we fearful of? #bcedchat
  • Mrs_M_Salter Nov 5 @ 10:43 PM EST
    A5....I already try...conditions that help: the new curriculum, being okay with mistakes, friends to share ideas with #bcedchat
    In reply to @bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:43 PM EST
    Same! I am trying to go at half speed… not at all my usual pace of go go go! #bcedchat
    In reply to @gal_smiley, @teachermrskhan, @technolandy, @FreshGrade
  • jfprovencher27 Nov 5 @ 10:43 PM EST
    BTW sorry for being late tonight #bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:43 PM EST
    Awesome. Thank you, Chuck. I will share this with my teachers! #bcedchat
    In reply to @cpoole27
  • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:44 PM EST
    I always say we arent doing brain surgery so lets try something new #bcedchat
    In reply to @LisaRead
  • gal_smiley Nov 5 @ 10:44 PM EST
    Good for you Francois. Change isn't always easy but it's worth the effort. #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27, @technolandy, @CarrieAntoniazz, @teachermrskhan, @FreshGrade
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:44 PM EST
    A5 in creating risk-taking cultures I hope that if it is a student or me (or another teacher) fails, there is a team to pick us all up and encourage us forward #bcedchat
  • teachermrskhan Nov 5 @ 10:44 PM EST
    It’s so important to move slow because so much is at risk! Took me awhile to realize this. #bcedchat
    In reply to @gal_smiley, @technolandy, @CarrieAntoniazz, @FreshGrade
  • bcedchat Nov 5 @ 10:45 PM EST
    Don’t forget to use the #bcedchat hashtag throughout the week to keep the conversation going!
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:45 PM EST
    The “design thinking mindset” - as learners we should always be trying and re-testing and seeing if we are getting/doing better #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz, @tracyacramer
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:45 PM EST
    I always have to tell myself to slow down, almost feel guilty for slowing down, but it is so important #bcedchat
    In reply to @teachermrskhan, @gal_smiley, @technolandy, @CarrieAntoniazz, @FreshGrade
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:45 PM EST
    Failing is part of the learning process. It's not the failure or mistake that matters but what you learn and do with it after. #bcedchat
    • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:44 PM EST
      A5 in creating risk-taking cultures I hope that if it is a student or me (or another teacher) fails, there is a team to pick us all up and encourage us forward #bcedchat
  • RosePillay1 Nov 5 @ 10:45 PM EST
    #bcedchat A6: Fear of being unemployed (seriously)
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:46 PM EST
    100% agree....changing districts and not knowing what my contract would look like was a huge fear. Not knowing anyone was another #bcedchat
    In reply to @RosePillay1
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:47 PM EST
    Whoa. Security. Taking a risk. It's a trade off. Choose: Courage or comfort. @brenebrown #bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:47 PM EST
    It is a valid fear. But when we do what we do for our students, it is difficult not to defend positively. #bcedchat
    In reply to @RosePillay1, @tracyacramer
  • teachermrskhan Nov 5 @ 10:47 PM EST
    Yep! And people hating you and pushing you out of your job! #bcedchat
    In reply to @RosePillay1, @tracyacramer
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:47 PM EST
    I need to see more of this. What a great way to get STEAM into classes. #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:47 PM EST
    A6 stupid thoughts like: maybe genius needs obstacles to overcome in order to shine & “I’m going to have ‘this’ discussion (ie about why we are doing what we do in class without marks) again” #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:48 PM EST
    it is a huge fear...know one wants to be hated in a new position #bcedchat
    In reply to @teachermrskhan, @RosePillay1
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:48 PM EST
    Q7: We have 2 life lists: Things we actually did and things we wish happened. What’s on your list? #bcedchat
  • gal_smiley Nov 5 @ 10:49 PM EST
    Thanks everyone. I gotta dash but I get what this is all about now! Great convos. Way to go @tracyacramer! #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:49 PM EST
    Awe thanks! Great to see you here tonight...come back next Sunday #bcedchat
    In reply to @gal_smiley
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:49 PM EST
    Thanks for joining us Sandy. Good to see you at #bcedchat. Join us again.
    In reply to @gal_smiley, @tracyacramer
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:49 PM EST
    A7: Not in the realm of education, but I always loved acting....unfortunately, I'm terrible at it. #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Nov 5 @ 10:50 PM EST
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  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:50 PM EST
    you are sooooo cute. #bcedchat
    • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:49 PM EST
      A7: Not in the realm of education, but I always loved acting....unfortunately, I'm terrible at it. #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:50 PM EST
    thats awesome!! take an acting class...step into your fears #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • RosePillay1 Nov 5 @ 10:50 PM EST
    Sigh. You are wise, my friend. When did #bcedchat become Rose's free therapy session? LOL
    In reply to @ChristineYH, @BreneBrown
  • LauraRienks Nov 5 @ 10:51 PM EST
    A6: having to defend myself, or my practise #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:51 PM EST
    Boom. Anytime. #bcedchat
    • RosePillay1 Nov 5 @ 10:50 PM EST
      Sigh. You are wise, my friend. When did #bcedchat become Rose's free therapy session? LOL
      In reply to @ChristineYH, @BreneBrown
  • madamekrussell Nov 5 @ 10:51 PM EST
    Jumping in right at the end! A6: Fear of the unknown and making mistakes that harm instead of help. #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:51 PM EST
    You don't know unless you try. #bcedchat
    • madamekrussell Nov 5 @ 10:51 PM EST
      Jumping in right at the end! A6: Fear of the unknown and making mistakes that harm instead of help. #bcedchat
      In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:52 PM EST
    Ha! I don't think that will help. However, I did do Shaw TV shows for Science World. Would love to do one for education....#bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • LauraRienks Nov 5 @ 10:52 PM EST
    A6: failing #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:52 PM EST
    A6: Was told I was setting standard too high for other Ts. As a new T, it was so intimidating. Now, in school full of innovators! #bcedchat
  • LisaRead Nov 5 @ 10:52 PM EST
    A7 Don't know where to begin. I guess a lot of the "Didn't' get to this" things on my life list were not done because of fear. #bcedchat
  • jfprovencher27 Nov 5 @ 10:52 PM EST
    Leaving early guys, thanks and have a great week #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:52 PM EST
    Then DO IT (yes I am yelling!!!) #bcedchat
    • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:52 PM EST
      Ha! I don't think that will help. However, I did do Shaw TV shows for Science World. Would love to do one for education....#bcedchat
      In reply to @tracyacramer
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:52 PM EST
    Be bold. Accept. Know. Do. No need to defend. #bcedchat
    • LauraRienks Nov 5 @ 10:51 PM EST
      A6: having to defend myself, or my practise #bcedchat
      In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • RosePillay1 Nov 5 @ 10:53 PM EST
    #bcedchat A7: Seriously @tracyacramer feel like I am writing notes for my obit or revealing my bucket list. Deep questions.
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @tracyacramer
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:53 PM EST
    Thanks for taking the leap with us this week #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27
  • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:53 PM EST
    A6: Sometimes, fear of changing too much too soon, parent's reaction, ressources (time, money, material, extra set of hands!) #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:53 PM EST
    Like what? #bcedchat
    • LisaRead Nov 5 @ 10:52 PM EST
      A7 Don't know where to begin. I guess a lot of the "Didn't' get to this" things on my life list were not done because of fear. #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:54 PM EST
    Reveal. #bcedchat
    • RosePillay1 Nov 5 @ 10:53 PM EST
      #bcedchat A7: Seriously @tracyacramer feel like I am writing notes for my obit or revealing my bucket list. Deep questions.
      In reply to @tracyacramer, @tracyacramer
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:54 PM EST
    Rose, give me 2 things that are on your list #bcedchat
    In reply to @RosePillay1
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:54 PM EST
    Q8: What would you say to your friend/colleague (or yourself) to encourage them to TAKE THE LEAP? #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Nov 5 @ 10:55 PM EST
    Follow the people you have met in this chat - you will find they are the resource. #bcedchat
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:55 PM EST
    A7 think I need to finish some writing for a book on anxiety/mental health and/or expand my work for @kenoc7 4th edition of How To Grade For Learning on descriptive feedback & efolio communication/Assessment #bcedchat
  • teachermrskhan Nov 5 @ 10:55 PM EST
    A7 singing in an opera, playing in an orchestra, dancing for Janet Jackson! If only I had the talent!😊 #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:55 PM EST
    Yes. Do it. Write. #bcedchat
    • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:55 PM EST
      A7 think I need to finish some writing for a book on anxiety/mental health and/or expand my work for @kenoc7 4th edition of How To Grade For Learning on descriptive feedback & efolio communication/Assessment #bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:55 PM EST
    A8: Name your LEAP, find a friend to support you. I will be there for you to help in any way. #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Nov 5 @ 10:56 PM EST
    We need your topic suggestions! Please suggest a topic for a future #bcedchat here: https://t.co/gT195rXzC1
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:56 PM EST
    Those are AWESOME #bcedchat
    In reply to @teachermrskhan
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:56 PM EST
    Brynges.... Love it. #bcedchat
    • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:55 PM EST
      A8: Name your LEAP, find a friend to support you. I will be there for you to help in any way. #bcedchat
  • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:56 PM EST
    A7 I wish I had vontinued my original path to make mom happy but I am doing what my other passion is #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:56 PM EST
    Quadruple like. Do this. You need to share your work. #bcedchat
    • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:55 PM EST
      A7 think I need to finish some writing for a book on anxiety/mental health and/or expand my work for @kenoc7 4th edition of How To Grade For Learning on descriptive feedback & efolio communication/Assessment #bcedchat
  • teachermrskhan Nov 5 @ 10:56 PM EST
    A7 seriously though I would like to eventually write a book. #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:56 PM EST
    A8 #bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:56 PM EST
    A7: I want to do a research trip to Antartica! I went to Space Camp at the US Space and Rocket center + weather camp at NOAA! #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:57 PM EST
    Do you? Really? #bcedchat
    • rilmcknight Nov 5 @ 10:56 PM EST
      A7 I wish I had vontinued my original path to make mom happy but I am doing what my other passion is #bcedchat
      In reply to @tracyacramer
  • RosePillay1 Nov 5 @ 10:57 PM EST
    #bcedchat A7: Life List Done: https://t.co/av2TpZ8uS0
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • montessorimice Nov 5 @ 10:57 PM EST
    Q7: Actually happened - 3 kids in 3.5 years❤️. Wish - not wanting to miss a moment with kids so lost ‘momentum’ at work. #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • technolandy Nov 5 @ 10:57 PM EST
    A8 May have identified my LEAP tonight - thanks to my #bcedchat pln!
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:57 PM EST
    Then do it...whats the worst that can happen #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz
  • Mrs_M_Salter Nov 5 @ 10:57 PM EST
    A7. Wanted capU jazz 🎼. Never got in but di. classical Mus. To BA @ UBC to MSc. To BEd.the right journey a unique way-still ❤️ 🎼)#bcedchat
  • bcedchat Nov 5 @ 10:58 PM EST
    Thank you for joining #bcedchat tonight! And a BIG thank you @tracycramer for guest modding tonight.
  • teachermrskhan Nov 5 @ 10:58 PM EST
    Yes, Ian I would love to see this happen! #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy, @kenoc7
  • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:58 PM EST
    It's never too late to give it a try! What is there on that list that you can still do? #bcedchat
    In reply to @LisaRead
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:58 PM EST
    Was not meant to be. #bcedchat
    • Mrs_M_Salter Nov 5 @ 10:57 PM EST
      A7. Wanted capU jazz 🎼. Never got in but di. classical Mus. To BA @ UBC to MSc. To BEd.the right journey a unique way-still ❤️ 🎼)#bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:58 PM EST
    Glad we could be of assistance #dr280 at your service #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy
  • madamekrussell Nov 5 @ 10:58 PM EST
    A7: travelling is on both lists, and so is time for ongoing professional collaboration when planning for student learning. #bcedchat
    • tracyacramer Nov 5 @ 10:48 PM EST
      Q7: We have 2 life lists: Things we actually did and things we wish happened. What’s on your list? #bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:58 PM EST
    Love that Brynges is back......Let's support our #bcedchat pln as we all work through our LEAPS.
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • bcedchat Nov 5 @ 10:59 PM EST
    Please join #bcedchat next week on Sunday, November 12th at 7pm PST for our topic “Restorative Practices” with @brynmw.
  • ChristineYH Nov 5 @ 10:59 PM EST
    #Brynges #bcedchat
    • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:58 PM EST
      Love that Brynges is back......Let's support our #bcedchat pln as we all work through our LEAPS.
      In reply to @ChristineYH
  • CarrieAntoniazz Nov 5 @ 10:59 PM EST
    I'm just working on funding / grants / trying to apply for a NatGeo Grovesnor fellowship! It will happen.. it's just taking time! #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • RosePillay1 Nov 5 @ 10:59 PM EST
    #bcedchat A7: Life List Done: I've danced ... 1. https://t.co/mA4ZTfcC6O 2. https://t.co/vfQdSDqdjf
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • LauraRienks Nov 5 @ 10:59 PM EST
    A8: encourage and offer to do it along side, or collaborate with them #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @bcedchat
  • brynmw Nov 5 @ 10:59 PM EST
    Thank you, @tracyacramer and @ChristineYH for such a wonderful Sunday evening chat on finding our risks and leaps. #bcedchat