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UKEdSch Aug 3 @ 3:00 PM EDT

It's 8pm. Welcome to another #UKEdChat Session 365: Essentials for a new school year Six questions coming up...

ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:00 PM EDT

It's 8pm. Welcome to another #UKEdChat Session 365: Essentials for a new school year Six questions coming up...

CreatED_Warks Aug 3 @ 3:01 PM EDT

What does a scientist looks like? A brilliant "Skype a scientist" programme we'd love to see in UK schools #ukedchat https://t.co/SKeMFLCMiF

ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:01 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 1 What are the main jobs you’d like to do before the new school year in getting your classroom ready?

TheKeySupport Aug 3 @ 3:01 PM EDT

What are your fellow #school leaders reading on our site? See our 20 most popular articles ever: https://t.co/A8wEWFPciv #sltchat #ukedchat

UKEdSch Aug 3 @ 3:01 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 1 What are the main jobs you’d like to do before the new school year in getting your classroom ready?

digicoled Aug 3 @ 3:02 PM EDT

I like moving the tables and chairs around, to see if any other options work #UKEdChat before putting them back exactly as they were 🙄

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creasoftde Aug 3 @ 3:02 PM EDT

free app English Words https://t.co/bHz54QrfYf #schools #classroom #homework #freebies #giveaway #ukedchat #Moms #Dads

MrsJacksonMusic Aug 3 @ 3:03 PM EDT

#ukedchat taking down some displays I've had up since Christmas and leave blank for new work to be displayed. Tempting to fill empty space.

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Jessicaraealt Aug 3 @ 3:04 PM EDT

Story of my life. Sometimes one table ends up at a slightly different angle and I'm like, yes! I've redefined the space! 😑 #ukedchat

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digicoled Aug 3 @ 3:04 PM EDT

Also, preparing books, raiding the stationery cupboard for pens and pencils, and starting a fresh with the new pupils #UKEdChat

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iSciTeacher Aug 3 @ 3:04 PM EDT

#ukedchat

miss_mcinerney Aug 3 @ 9:20 AM EDT

The DfE put out a cool research paper on longer school days. It was 92 pages. So I've cut it to 2. https://t.co/V2O1TyRvD5

JayDarker86 Aug 3 @ 3:05 PM EDT

Hello everyone. #UKEdChat

ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:05 PM EDT

There's a lot of good to be said about blank walls #UKEdChat

In reply to @MrsJacksonMusic

Jessicaraealt Aug 3 @ 3:05 PM EDT

I liked to prepare my binders + class folders. I co-taught in different classrooms, so organization was key! Observation charts=😁 #ukedchat

digicoled Aug 3 @ 3:06 PM EDT

The alternative is knocking down walls #UKEdChat But the neighbouring teachers always object 😜

Jessicaraealt Aug 3 @ 3:04 PM EDT

Story of my life. Sometimes one table ends up at a slightly different angle and I'm like, yes! I've redefined the space! 😑 #ukedchat
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ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:06 PM EDT

But then your pupils start, and chaos resumes #UKEdChat 😁

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DataEdUK Aug 3 @ 3:07 PM EDT

The GDPR and your school. Article 1 in a practical series towards compliance. Auditing your data. #UKEdChat #SLTChat https://t.co/6U3sNVsefx

Jessicaraealt Aug 3 @ 3:07 PM EDT

A1: A deep clean is always necessary. Get in there and scrub it up. It will be the cleanest the room will be all year! #ukedchat

JayDarker86 Aug 3 @ 3:07 PM EDT

A1 Organising all of my electronic and physical resources. #UKEdChat

Jessicaraealt Aug 3 @ 3:07 PM EDT

The best kind of chaos! :) #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:08 PM EDT

At home, or at school? #UKEdChat

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ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:11 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 2 What are the essential jobs you need to do before the new school year, but you’ll put off until the very last minute?

UKEdSch Aug 3 @ 3:11 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 2 What are the essential jobs you need to do before the new school year, but you’ll put off until the very last minute?

ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:11 PM EDT

Ah, funny. All those 'important' pieces of paper suddenly become useless and recycled? #UKEdChat That is a great clear out 🤗

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LessonToolbox Aug 3 @ 3:12 PM EDT

Science starter activity - Why might the times be inaccurate? Does it matter? pic via @LoaTree #asechat #ukedchat #aussieEd

ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:12 PM EDT

You can't beat having an empty classroom and school to allow you just to get things done #UKEdChat

JayDarker86 Aug 3 @ 3:10 PM EDT

Mainly at home, however some has to be done at school.
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ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:12 PM EDT

Nooooo Laura....Be Strong #UKEdChat

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karenshancock Aug 3 @ 3:13 PM EDT

#ukedchat Usually that's counting out exercise books and text books for my classes. I really should learn I get the worst books this way!

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digicoled Aug 3 @ 3:13 PM EDT

Hmm. Sticking name stickers onto books #UKEdChat Backing any display boards (hate doing that), and looking at any previous progress.

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Jessicaraealt Aug 3 @ 3:14 PM EDT

A2 Student schedules change a lot throughout the first week of school, so organizing anything with my student roster is done last. #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:14 PM EDT

You'll never learn #UKEdChat 😂

karenshancock Aug 3 @ 3:13 PM EDT

#ukedchat Usually that's counting out exercise books and text books for my classes. I really should learn I get the worst books this way!
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JayDarker86 Aug 3 @ 3:15 PM EDT

A2 Deciding the order on which to deliver the units of work. #UKEdChat

Vivgrant Aug 3 @ 3:15 PM EDT

The work of school leaders is relentless, so inner strength is essential to sustain the course! https://t.co/nMmvfLBAX5 #sltchat #ukedchat

HecticTeacher Aug 3 @ 3:16 PM EDT

A1 - in my classroom there are lots - update displays, restock the stationery hub, clean, fix blinds, furniture rearranging #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:16 PM EDT

You leave that until last minute #UKEdChat That's brave 😆

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digicoled Aug 3 @ 3:16 PM EDT

Sounds busier than when everyone is in 🤣 #UKEdChat

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digicoled Aug 3 @ 3:17 PM EDT

Why didn't I think of that? #UKEdChat

karenshancock Aug 3 @ 3:16 PM EDT

I let the kids do the sticking. :-)
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MrsSingleton Aug 3 @ 3:17 PM EDT

A1: paint desks, new front door display, 1 display to do this year, restock stationary! #UKEdChat

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HecticTeacher Aug 3 @ 3:17 PM EDT

in terms of planning I will have all 23 PSHE SOL's written and resourced ready to go, new intro to Soc sci course written #ukedchat

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HecticTeacher Aug 3 @ 3:18 PM EDT

then there are all the little bits like weekly quotes and word of the weeks, 6th form tutor quizzes for autumn term on GoogleForms #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:18 PM EDT

Hang on #UKEdChat Fix blinds? What has been going on in your classroom? 😷

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ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:19 PM EDT

Paint desks? #UKEdChat Paint?

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HecticTeacher Aug 3 @ 3:19 PM EDT

I probably am but get more done when no one is around to bother me. Good thing about living on site, no one is here in the hols #ukedchat

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HecticTeacher Aug 3 @ 3:20 PM EDT

They have come off the runners because the are old and frayed, so I am ducktapping the edges to keep them on the tracks. #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:20 PM EDT

oooooooooohhhhhhhhhhhhhh #UKEdChat No watercolours then! 🤣

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doc_kristy Aug 3 @ 3:20 PM EDT

@ukedchat A1 photocopying sheets for school based research work, counting out books, update displays, check state of glue sticks! #ukedchat

PE4Learning Aug 3 @ 3:20 PM EDT

The latest The PE4Learning Newspaper! https://t.co/3eWksYz41M Thanks to @Classcharts @CandaceYoung37 @NicholasEndlich #edtech #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:21 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 3 What are the essential learning opportunities you’d like to explore for yourself in the new school year?

UKEdSch Aug 3 @ 3:21 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 3 What are the essential learning opportunities you’d like to explore for yourself in the new school year?

digicoled Aug 3 @ 3:22 PM EDT

I like to learn any that stretches my thinking and learning, challenge old systems, and keep my teaching fresh #UKEdChat

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UKParlEducation Aug 3 @ 3:23 PM EDT

Support your #citizenship #history or #GovPol teaching with our free #CPD offer. Apply from 4 September! #UKEDChat https://t.co/raMlMNP5pv

MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:23 PM EDT

#UKEdChat a3: I want to learn how to adapt the culture of a school to raise aspirations across the board.

ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:24 PM EDT

That sounds a mammoth challenge. How will go about achieving that? #UKEdChat

MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:23 PM EDT

#UKEdChat a3: I want to learn how to adapt the culture of a school to raise aspirations across the board.

MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:25 PM EDT

#Ukedchat

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MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:26 PM EDT

#ukedchat first by raising my own expectations ;)

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karenshancock Aug 3 @ 3:27 PM EDT

A3: #ukedchat Every year I aim to improve my questioning so my classroom moves away from ping pong & onto basketball. Work in progress!

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MrsJacksonMusic Aug 3 @ 3:27 PM EDT

Shoes. The buying of, and subsequent breaking in of new ones. Which won't be done and will result in 2 weeks of @CompeedUK. #UKEdChat

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Jessicaraealt Aug 3 @ 3:27 PM EDT

A3: This is the year for global collaboration! I'm excited to see what #globaled looks like in schools around the world! #ukedchat

MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:27 PM EDT

#UKEdChat through vision and core purpose - sensible steps :)

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keran77 Aug 3 @ 3:28 PM EDT

#UKEdChat Make sure I'm organised, have some ideas for displays and get resources for daily thinking starters ready.

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ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:28 PM EDT

A marathon, not a sprint? #UKEdChat

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MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:29 PM EDT

All sustainable change is :) #Ukedchat

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UKEdSch Aug 3 @ 3:29 PM EDT

#UKEdChat

MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:25 PM EDT

A1 I really want to make my office mine... get my things to do and things not to do lists written. :)
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TeacherToolkit Aug 3 @ 3:30 PM EDT

Over 200,000 others do every month, so why don't you? Read the latest post here > https://t.co/HKRi5Ko0tQ #ukedchat #EdChat #AussieEd

keran77 Aug 3 @ 3:30 PM EDT

A2 I got most of the admin, timetabling type jobs done at the end of the summer term to avoid this! #UKEdChat

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Vivgrant Aug 3 @ 3:30 PM EDT

There's so much to your effort & success that people don't see... #sltchat #ukedchat #WomenEd #teacher5aday #bameed

MyRevisionPal Aug 3 @ 3:31 PM EDT

NEW FOR SCHOOLS: How To Pass Exams With The Ultimate Revision System https://t.co/TEIScjacME via @TesResources #ukedchat #SLTchat

UKEdSch Aug 3 @ 3:31 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 4 Do you plan to make any purchases over the summer to prepare you for a new school year? If so, what?

ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:31 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 4 Do you plan to make any purchases over the summer to prepare you for a new school year? If so, what?

ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:31 PM EDT

Indeed, which is why many in positions of power fail. They try to rush change with serious considerations of impact #UKEdChat

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keran77 Aug 3 @ 3:31 PM EDT

A3 I'm completing my NPQSL so need to write that up. Apart from that I'm interested in dev well being opps for chn and staff. #UKEdChat

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SWconsultancyUK Aug 3 @ 3:31 PM EDT

#UKEdChat finishing off new therapy suite and rj room

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SWconsultancyUK Aug 3 @ 3:32 PM EDT

Engagement in physical activity to improve emotional wellbeing #UKEdChat

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UKEdSch Aug 3 @ 3:32 PM EDT

Have you found the experience useful? #UKEdChat Or have you just had to jump through the hoops?

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keran77 Aug 3 @ 3:32 PM EDT

#UKEdChat The only things I've purchased are reading books. Want to share them with my class for English lessons or story time.

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ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:33 PM EDT

And what about at school? #UKEdChat 🤣

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SWconsultancyUK Aug 3 @ 3:33 PM EDT

#UKEdChat

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MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:33 PM EDT

#Ukedchat a4: plants !! A diary (a nice diary) !! Maybe a Mac (so expensive)

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keran77 Aug 3 @ 3:34 PM EDT

It's been very useful. Helps to have a good mentor who recommends doing it. #UKEdChat

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ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:34 PM EDT

Yes, finding the time and energy to do so remains the greatest obstacle here #UKEdChat 😢

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UKEdResearch Aug 3 @ 3:35 PM EDT

EdCentral is still free for teachers and school leaders https://t.co/IKL1EydqZt #ukedchat #edchat

UKEd_Leaders Aug 3 @ 3:35 PM EDT

EdCentral is still free for teachers and school leaders https://t.co/CQOUfzAM6d #ukedchat #edchat

EdTeaching Aug 3 @ 3:35 PM EDT

EdCentral is still free for teachers and school leaders https://t.co/atDQtRY5dL #ukedchat #edchat

EdCentral Aug 3 @ 3:35 PM EDT

EdCentral is still free for teachers and school leaders https://t.co/XNynY9Pu63 #ukedchat #edchat

Jessicaraealt Aug 3 @ 3:35 PM EDT

A4: Pens. I stock up on two big boxes at the beginning of the year, every year. I have a lot of pens now. #prepared #noexcuses #ukedchat

karenshancock Aug 3 @ 3:36 PM EDT

A4: Always new planning books. Spiralbound A4 books. One per class. One lesson per page throughout the year. #ukedchat

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SWconsultancyUK Aug 3 @ 3:36 PM EDT

#UKEdChat indeed!! We have got health grant to create a fitness suite along with my uni study of the issues + PT qual- where is the 🕐 though

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ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:36 PM EDT

YOU NEED A MAC (other personal computers are available) #UKEdChat 😜

MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:33 PM EDT

#Ukedchat a4: plants !! A diary (a nice diary) !! Maybe a Mac (so expensive)
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karenshancock Aug 3 @ 3:37 PM EDT

a4; Oh and lolly sticks for no hands up answering. #ukedchat

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Alex_Corbitt Aug 3 @ 3:37 PM EDT

Creative Book Trailer Ideas 📚🎥🎬 (by @Tommyspall) #edchat #education #elearning #edtech #engchat #ukedchat #pblchat

jimanddawn Aug 3 @ 3:37 PM EDT

Believe it or not I've just bought national book week 25p a book novels (10 books x5)not bad for £12.50 .Group novels here we come #UKEdChat

MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:37 PM EDT

#ukedchat I want to learn to code for apps :/

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ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:37 PM EDT

You 🖊 always 🖊 need 🖊 pens 🖊 #UKEdChat - 🖊 Always 🖊

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JayDarker86 Aug 3 @ 3:38 PM EDT

A4 I need to order more @Raspberry_Pi equipment, including the components for a high altitude balloon setup. #UKEdChat

ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:39 PM EDT

They sell wine now? #UKEdChat

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ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:41 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 5 What are the essentials important to you in terms of your professional development in the new school year?

keran77 Aug 3 @ 3:41 PM EDT

I bought some too. I have 20 on offer on Amazon. Must stop shopping!! #UKEdChat

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UKEdSch Aug 3 @ 3:41 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 5 What are the essentials important to you in terms of your professional development in the new school year?

caron_downes Aug 3 @ 3:41 PM EDT

😂Sadly just the wine glasses! #UKEdChat

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MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:41 PM EDT

#ukedchat I found it super useful - focused my role into an impact initiative :)

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magicalmaths Aug 3 @ 3:41 PM EDT

How do I deal with emergency cover lessons? https://t.co/erCW9dTnph #edchat #ukedchat

MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:42 PM EDT

#ukedchat are we claiming the tax back on this stuff p87 form :)

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HecticTeacher Aug 3 @ 3:42 PM EDT

#ukedchat - my list is long, some I will be able to claim back but some I want so I can teach the way I want to & classroom the way I want

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ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:43 PM EDT

Such as courses, training, conferences etc. #UKEdChat

UKEdSch Aug 3 @ 3:41 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 5 What are the essentials important to you in terms of your professional development in the new school year?

Jessicaraealt Aug 3 @ 3:43 PM EDT

A5 We end our year by analyzing school needs, so I've got an idea of areas of focus well before the new year. All about the needs! #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:43 PM EDT

Am sure that 99.9999999% of teachers don't #UKEdChat

In reply to @MrPatelsawesome, @keran77, @Jessicaraealt

HecticTeacher Aug 3 @ 3:44 PM EDT

#ukedchat I have asked for training in Coaching as part of my SLE role, also would like to develop my questioning skills

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JayDarker86 Aug 3 @ 3:44 PM EDT

A5 Collaboraton with colleagues and educators within computing. #UKEdChat

ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:45 PM EDT

I know. Command and ~ changed my world today, for the better #UKEdChat 😜

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SWconsultancyUK Aug 3 @ 3:45 PM EDT

Fitness qualifications and implementing learning from this years cpd. #UKEdChat

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MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:45 PM EDT

#Ukedchat I'm going to as many conf/teachmeets as possible - @WomenEd conf in oct @BAMEedNetwork conf 18 EVERYTHING!!

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keran77 Aug 3 @ 3:45 PM EDT

A5 I'd like to know more about finances and budgeting in school. #UKEdChat

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MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:46 PM EDT

#ukedchat we should though over the last six years that'd be a wedge #rich!

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CoultasRob Aug 3 @ 3:46 PM EDT

Making effective use of internal staff expertise to stretch and challenge their peers is important for staff development #UKEdChat

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ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:47 PM EDT

You didn't mention the #UKEdConf17 ? #UKEdChat https://t.co/HkdRGCoIy5

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LessonToolbox Aug 3 @ 3:48 PM EDT

Woah! Teaching adaptation/natural selection? Awesome cuttlefish... #ukedchat #asechat #aussieEd #biology https://t.co/PGVgpHBxLu

ukedchat - Moderator Aug 3 @ 3:51 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Q6 Finally, let’s relax. What are your favourite pre school year activities that make you feel refreshed for new challenges?

UKEdSch Aug 3 @ 3:51 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Q6 Finally, let’s relax. What are your favourite pre school year activities that make you feel refreshed for new challenges?

digicoled Aug 3 @ 3:52 PM EDT

A holiday. As simple as that. The calm before the storm #UKEdChat

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HecticTeacher Aug 3 @ 3:53 PM EDT

#ukedchat Decluttering and organising the house, spa day with friends and lots of fiction reading.

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caron_downes Aug 3 @ 3:55 PM EDT

A few days away, usually because that means switching off emails etc for a bit and feeling like I have an excuse not to do work. #UKEdChat

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MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:55 PM EDT

#UKEdChat I was setting you up :)))

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MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:56 PM EDT

This !! #ukedchat

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Jessicaraealt Aug 3 @ 3:57 PM EDT

A6: After spending some days setting up my classroom and prepping my mind, a weekend getaway helps remind me I'm rested + ready! #ukedchat

JayDarker86 Aug 3 @ 3:57 PM EDT

A6 Lots of quality family time such as a holiday, mini break or days out. #UKEdChat

MrPatelsawesome Aug 3 @ 3:59 PM EDT

I'm not given any out without swooping for shoes or Oyster cards! #ukedchat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt, @keran77, @ukedchat