#BFC530 Archive

The Breakfast Club – #BFC530 – is a 15 minute, 1 question Twitter chat every weekday. We chat in 4 timezones Mon-Fri – 5:30am Eastern, Central, Mountain, and Pacific Times. The mission of BFC is to empower participants to make a difference in education by engaging in consistent reflective practice in a supportive community that inspires and challenges one another.

Friday October 12, 2018
5:30 AM EDT

  • cvarsalona Oct 12 @ 5:30 AM EDT
    #FridayFeeIing If you missed the unveiling of #TheArtofSummering Gallery of #artistic #expressions, take a ten-stop mini-tour at https://t.co/kjoxcUuK3u with #PoetryFriday #poets Poetry Friday is hosted by @LauraPSalas this wk. #summer2018 #bfc530
  • CoachKCullen Oct 12 @ 5:30 AM EDT
    Good Morning #bfc530 Kevin, 7th grade history teacher from NW NJ tweeting from the diner this morning so it must be Friday! Need to finish the week strong.
  • bridget_adam Oct 12 @ 5:30 AM EDT
    Happy Friday! Sure glad it’s the last day of the week- here is how I’m feeling... #bfc530
  • edu_ivers Oct 12 @ 5:30 AM EDT
    G’day! David joining from Sydney, Australia! #bfc530
  • cybraryman1 Oct 12 @ 5:31 AM EDT
    Our Parent-Teacher Conference and Communication page https://t.co/gky3tx6w1H Our Student-Led Parent-Teacher Conference page https://t.co/Nlluq3vRfT Our Parents and Teachers Pages https://t.co/q2TGnIbiDR #edchat #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Oct 12 @ 5:32 AM EDT
    Our parent teacher student interview starts with the student introducing their parents. We then discuss how the student feels the year is going, cover any issues and end with a future plan. #bfc530
  • BAKetcham2009 Oct 12 @ 5:32 AM EDT
    A: We meet as a team, we discuss positives first and then hit areas of concern. We end the meeting with strategies to improve student achievement. Short and direct is best. #bfc530
  • bridget_adam Oct 12 @ 5:32 AM EDT
    At conferences, we start with strengths and then move to concerns, students do Report Card Reflections a few days before, so we use that to guide the short conversation. #bfc530
  • pimathman Oct 12 @ 5:32 AM EDT
    Where’s my pork roll Kevin? #bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen
  • lethajhenry Oct 12 @ 5:32 AM EDT
    Good morning everyone- Letha from Quebec joining in #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Oct 12 @ 5:32 AM EDT
    What are you eating Kevin? #bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen
  • crockow8 Oct 12 @ 5:33 AM EDT
    😬 Yikes! Sending you lots of positive vibes Bridget! #bfc530
    In reply to @bridget_adam
  • edu_ivers Oct 12 @ 5:33 AM EDT
    I gather you’re feeling cold today in MA.? #BFC530
    In reply to @bridget_adam
  • CoachKCullen Oct 12 @ 5:33 AM EDT
    Not today...and its Taylor Ham : ) #bfc530
    In reply to @pimathman
  • DebbiSab Oct 12 @ 5:33 AM EDT
    Morning #bfc530 I rarely have parent teacher conferences. I do get invited to IEP meetings more ofter with parents. I spend my few minutes telling parents ALL GOOD things their kids do. #Positivity
  • edumichellefinn Oct 12 @ 5:33 AM EDT
    Happy Friday #bfc530! During a ptc we go over their data binders and discuss what standards they’ve mastered and what they did to show what they know.
    In reply to @BFC_530, @MrTravisDrake
  • GruntledChalkie Oct 12 @ 5:34 AM EDT
    Yes it is only a few. Out of about 150 students I teach only 25 or so will come #bfc530
    In reply to @bridget_adam
  • philosophypaul Oct 12 @ 5:34 AM EDT
    Good morning @SusZanti5 Sharing strength increases strength. Have a great day. #BFC530
    In reply to @SusZanti5, @kmichellehowell, @ChristineBemis2, @ChrisQuinn64, @valerietilton, @ShiftParadigm, @DrCSJones, @kathyiwanicki, @DebbiSab, @GruntledChalkie, @SusZanti5
  • JohnFritzky Oct 12 @ 5:34 AM EDT
    John From NJ checking in this morning happy join you all on a Friday. #bfc530
  • TracyMailloux Oct 12 @ 5:34 AM EDT
    Good morning, #bfc530. Tracy from MA here. Interested in reading responses to today's Q. In my 4th yr of MS & we're having them for 1st time this yr. (I did them 15+ @ elem lvl.)
  • casehighprinc Oct 12 @ 5:34 AM EDT
    Happy Friday #bfc530!! Brian, HS principal from Massachusetts
  • casehighprinc Oct 12 @ 5:34 AM EDT
    RT #bfc530
  • assignmenthelp Oct 12 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    Study Abroad in Auckland https://t.co/5msUy7WRE9 #BFC530 #edchat #edtech
  • susankotch Oct 12 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    Feeling sad for the Florida areas affected by Michael. Stay strong! #bfc530
  • pimathman Oct 12 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    It’s pork roll when my Iggs roll up to the Meadowlands and dismantle the Giants. #bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen
  • CoachKCullen Oct 12 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    I start with a summary of how I see their child in their class, academic performance and behavior. Always say something positive b/c each kid has positives. Then I ask the parent for their concerns & questions. #bfc530
  • TracyMailloux Oct 12 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    Good morning Kevin! I have breakfast envy...no diners where I live. #bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen
  • CoachKCullen Oct 12 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    Hey now, you're REALLY making it personal LOL #bfc530
    In reply to @pimathman
  • MyEmpoweredCR Oct 12 @ 5:36 AM EDT
    At our HS, all Ts summoned to a table with parent (sometimes S present). Takes turns discussing academic and behavioral strengths, areas of growth, parent/student voice thoughts, make a plan of improvement and follow-up communication. #bfc530
    In reply to @BFC_530, @MrTravisDrake
  • SusZanti5 Oct 12 @ 5:36 AM EDT
    Sit face to face, no desk or table between you-listen with the intent to understand-be a partner-be genuine & kind-know their child😊 #bfc530
  • DebbiSab Oct 12 @ 5:36 AM EDT
    Thank you Kevin for clearing that up. Seems what your eating is trending in our #bfc530 group. #JerseyRocks #Dinersrule
  • casehighprinc Oct 12 @ 5:36 AM EDT
    Two nights of P-T conference. First come, first served. Survey parents a few years back to change format ==> told me to change nothing about it. Transparency in grading software helps keep HS stakeholders informed all year, not just one night. #bfc530
  • CoachKCullen Oct 12 @ 5:36 AM EDT
    Omelette with Tomato & Mozzarella and Potatoes #bfc530
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • TracyMailloux Oct 12 @ 5:36 AM EDT
    That's how I used to format them. I found more often than not, parent Qs segued perfectly to focus areas that needed work. #bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen
  • carlameyrink Oct 12 @ 5:37 AM EDT
    We have 20 min parent teacher conferences. No classes on that day & parents meet with one of the grade level teachers. During 2nd trimester Ss will lead the conference focused mostly on SEL. 3rd trimester S-led focused on portfolios #bfc530
  • JohnFritzky Oct 12 @ 5:37 AM EDT
    @CoachKCullen definite breakfast envy here! We have run Student-Led Conferences for the past three years at our middle school grades 5 -8 and the feedback has been very positive. #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Oct 12 @ 5:37 AM EDT
    You do well to get a cooked breakfast #bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen
  • lethajhenry Oct 12 @ 5:37 AM EDT
    My main goal in P/T conferences is to ensure P leaves knowing how much I care for their child. If they leave knowing this, we will work together well all year long. We have an empathetic, productive conversation and they leave feeling heard and valued. #bfc530
  • robinwellshick1 Oct 12 @ 5:37 AM EDT
    Gm. Thet are rarely typical and should be renamed to welcome more of the Ss’ governing board of his life And to remove the connotation of deficit if they are parentless as many are. Maybe one day #BFC530
  • JohnFritzky Oct 12 @ 5:37 AM EDT
    Great goal Letha! #bfc530
    In reply to @lethajhenry
  • TracyMailloux Oct 12 @ 5:38 AM EDT
    I agree w/ the transparency piece of grading LMS. But as a parent I still like - need - a scheduled time to connect. I wish our HS had them. #bfc530
    In reply to @casehighprinc
  • CoachKCullen Oct 12 @ 5:38 AM EDT
    Sorry to hear that. Diners are In the words of the Greatest Showman "Its everything you ever want, its everything you ever need, and its (food) there right in front of you." #bfc530
    In reply to @TracyMailloux
  • blocht574 Oct 12 @ 5:38 AM EDT
    "Choice in education “ on @anchor: https://t.co/Wl4Zlk00tP #bfc530 Its not as simple as the politicians tell us!
  • bridget_adam Oct 12 @ 5:38 AM EDT
    Sometimes I feel having ALL teachers present is overwhelming. Definitely shows a united front and support from the team, but as a parent as well, I appreciate just a few teachers that really know my son! #bfc530
    In reply to @MyEmpoweredCR, @BFC_530, @MrTravisDrake
  • CoachKCullen Oct 12 @ 5:39 AM EDT
    You know it Debbi! Now if I can convince my WV born, raised, and diner deprived wife #bfc530 #Jerseyrocks #Dinersrule
    In reply to @DebbiSab
  • JohnFritzky Oct 12 @ 5:40 AM EDT
    We had similar feedback from our parents as well. It can intimidating to walk into a room with 4 or 5 teachers as a parent. #bfc530
    In reply to @bridget_adam, @MyEmpoweredCR, @BFC_530, @MrTravisDrake
  • wheeler_laura Oct 12 @ 5:40 AM EDT
    Do you sit with... #BFC530
  • crockow8 Oct 12 @ 5:40 AM EDT
    Yes Debbi! And, in IEP meetings in particular, it's important for parents to hear the good things that are happening-progress-successes. All too often these meeting turn into telling the parent what their child is deficient in. #bfc530
    In reply to @DebbiSab
  • carlameyrink Oct 12 @ 5:40 AM EDT
    Our Ps meet with one T but if they need to they can also meet with Ts that teach other subjects they may have concerns about. #bfc530
    In reply to @bridget_adam, @MyEmpoweredCR, @BFC_530, @MrTravisDrake
  • TracyMailloux Oct 12 @ 5:40 AM EDT
    On the other hand, if you need a high-end brunch, then where I live is the place to be! 😂#bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen
  • pimathman Oct 12 @ 5:40 AM EDT
    All good fun. I always included some treats for parents because they appreciated it just as much as kids. #bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen
  • DebbiSab Oct 12 @ 5:41 AM EDT
    Had a S return to my class after one yesterday and he said it just horrible with Ts telling his mom how bad he was for 30 minutes:( #bfc530
    • crockow8 Oct 12 @ 5:40 AM EDT
      Yes Debbi! And, in IEP meetings in particular, it's important for parents to hear the good things that are happening-progress-successes. All too often these meeting turn into telling the parent what their child is deficient in. #bfc530
      In reply to @DebbiSab
  • JohnFritzky Oct 12 @ 5:41 AM EDT
    Food is always a win! #bfc530
    In reply to @pimathman, @CoachKCullen
  • CoachKCullen Oct 12 @ 5:42 AM EDT
    Wouldn't mind them in MS John. Had bad exp w/my own daughter last year in 1st gr w/student led. Not knowing where the quality of work compared to her class I was surprised when we needed mtg in June for deficiencies. Teacher should have voiced her concern during SLC #bfc530
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • wheeler_laura Oct 12 @ 5:42 AM EDT
    (for Parent-Teacher interviews) #bfc530
  • carlameyrink Oct 12 @ 5:42 AM EDT
    This is so true. Focusing on the positive is essential. We can only build on strengths. #bfc530
    In reply to @crockow8, @DebbiSab
  • lethajhenry Oct 12 @ 5:42 AM EDT
    I agree. Intimidating for anyone- but for those parents who haven't had great school experiences themselves- could be reinforcing all those negative associations #bfc530
    In reply to @JohnFritzky, @bridget_adam, @MyEmpoweredCR, @BFC_530, @MrTravisDrake
  • crockow8 Oct 12 @ 5:42 AM EDT
    I recently saw something (FB maybe?) where the students led the conference - sharing with their parents a portfolio (of sorts) of their work - describing their strengths, areas they've grown and areas of growth that were goals for them. Very cool! #bfc530
  • JohnFritzky Oct 12 @ 5:43 AM EDT
    That is terrible to hear, and I'm sure it wasn't the goal. I wonder how we can structure those meetings differently to avoid this? #bfc530
    In reply to @DebbiSab
  • CoachKCullen Oct 12 @ 5:43 AM EDT
    No worries. I took it as the good nature rubbing it was. #bfc530
    In reply to @pimathman
  • SusZanti5 Oct 12 @ 5:44 AM EDT
    Have a fantastic Friday friends! 😊Make it amazing-be grateful for the wonders only a day in a classroom can bring! Teach & lead on! #bfc530
  • JohnFritzky Oct 12 @ 5:44 AM EDT
    Hey Connie we have done this at our middle school for the past few years. We love our Student - Led Conferences, but don't let the name fool you, they are a lot of work for the teachers. #bfc530
    In reply to @crockow8
  • DrKnicki Oct 12 @ 5:44 AM EDT
    Late to the party... we dont have one-to-one meetings, only team meetings if called by Ps or the Ts. #bfc530
  • DebbiSab Oct 12 @ 5:44 AM EDT
    That was student's perception. So we really need to think about that. I am sure the teachers in the meeting didn't want that outcome. #bfc530
    • JohnFritzky Oct 12 @ 5:43 AM EDT
      That is terrible to hear, and I'm sure it wasn't the goal. I wonder how we can structure those meetings differently to avoid this? #bfc530
      In reply to @DebbiSab
  • bridget_adam Oct 12 @ 5:45 AM EDT
    Any suggestions for getting more students to come to conferences??? #bfc530
  • CoachKCullen Oct 12 @ 5:45 AM EDT
    WOW! Sad to hear. #bfc530
    In reply to @DebbiSab
  • carlameyrink Oct 12 @ 5:45 AM EDT
    We're trying it out for the first time this year - I'm a bit nervous. #bfc530
    In reply to @JohnFritzky, @crockow8
  • casehighprinc Oct 12 @ 5:45 AM EDT
    Looking forward to hosting @PaulaEbbenWBZ from our Boston Channel 4 new station today @JosephCaseHS!! #eyeoneducation #casepride #NationalPrincipalsMonth @nassp #bfc530
  • DebbiSab Oct 12 @ 5:46 AM EDT
    Next chat we discuss Philly Cheese Steaks;) #bfc530
    • CoachKCullen Oct 12 @ 5:43 AM EDT
      No worries. I took it as the good nature rubbing it was. #bfc530
      In reply to @pimathman
  • wheeler_laura Oct 12 @ 5:46 AM EDT
    Sorry to hear that lol. A cheap diner breakfast is one of my fave things. ☕ 🍳 🥓 🍞 #bfc530
    In reply to @TracyMailloux, @CoachKCullen
  • JohnFritzky Oct 12 @ 5:46 AM EDT
    Have the students create a portfolio and send an invitation to the parents. If I received an invite from my daughter to come to her conference, I know I would be there. #bfc530
    In reply to @bridget_adam
  • casehighprinc Oct 12 @ 5:46 AM EDT
    Looking forward to hosting @PaulaEbbenWBZ from our Boston Channel 4 news station today @JosephCaseHS!! #eyeoneducation #casepride #NationalPrincipalsMonth @NASSP #bfc530
  • TracyMailloux Oct 12 @ 5:46 AM EDT
    I would love for ours to be like that eventually. I imagine that takes a lot of modeling and reflection! #bfc530
    In reply to @crockow8
  • casehighprinc Oct 12 @ 5:47 AM EDT
    Have a great Friday and wonderful weekend #bfc530
  • ByrneLearning Oct 12 @ 5:47 AM EDT
    I like Ss to be present and part of the conversation . I do start off with the positive and go from there. I also encourage Ss to take ownership, and especially if it was a difficult conference, point out to Ps where the opportunity lies and how to achieve more. #bfc530
    In reply to @BFC_530, @MrTravisDrake
  • crockow8 Oct 12 @ 5:47 AM EDT
    I think the educators at these meetings sometimes forget that this is a human being-a real live child we're talking about. Believe me, their P's know about the majority of their S's struggles. Why is it so hard for some people to find nice things to say about students? #bfc530
    In reply to @DebbiSab
  • JohnFritzky Oct 12 @ 5:47 AM EDT
    I'd be happy to help with any of the organization or structures. DM me and we can collaborate. #bfc530
    In reply to @carlameyrink, @crockow8
  • DebbiSab Oct 12 @ 5:47 AM EDT
    I could eat in a diner for 3 meals a day:) #bfc530
    • wheeler_laura Oct 12 @ 5:46 AM EDT
      Sorry to hear that lol. A cheap diner breakfast is one of my fave things. ☕ 🍳 🥓 🍞 #bfc530
      In reply to @TracyMailloux, @CoachKCullen
  • TracyMailloux Oct 12 @ 5:48 AM EDT
    Heading out. Spin bike is calling my name. Thanks #bfc530!
  • wheeler_laura Oct 12 @ 5:49 AM EDT
    I fell like you & I would get along great ☺ #bfc530
    In reply to @DebbiSab
  • crockow8 Oct 12 @ 5:49 AM EDT
    Is their a "template" of sorts teachers can use - at least to get them started? I'm all about providing tools for T's - especially when a new initiative/idea/suggestion is placed on them! #bfc530
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • CoachKCullen Oct 12 @ 5:49 AM EDT
    Have a great weekend of well deserved rest and time w/family and friends. Im out! #bfc530
  • JohnFritzky Oct 12 @ 5:50 AM EDT
    Let me know if our school can help, you can learn from our experiences. Our Student-Led Conferences aren't perfect, but better than traditional conferences and they are getting better every year. #bfc530
    In reply to @TracyMailloux, @crockow8
  • DebbiSab Oct 12 @ 5:51 AM EDT
    I'm thinking we DO get along great:) I am going to NJ Teacher's convention for the first time since 1998 & that was 1st year teaching. Hoping to meet FTF with some of you #Bfc530 Tweeps:)
  • CoachKCullen Oct 12 @ 5:51 AM EDT
    I do like Student Led Conferences in middle school. We should try them here. It allows all interested parties a seat at the table for addressing concerns & confirming strengths. #bfc530
    In reply to @JohnFritzky, @TracyMailloux, @crockow8
  • crockow8 Oct 12 @ 5:52 AM EDT
    👍 Thank You! #bfc530
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • diane_mackinnon Oct 12 @ 5:53 AM EDT
    Hi #bfc530! I’m Kelsey’s principal so I can answer a few questions. Extremely time-consuming; no release time provided; most parents don’t read it. I hope to be on the revision committee! #changemakers
    In reply to @msiwanicki
  • JohnFritzky Oct 12 @ 5:53 AM EDT
    Let me know how I can help Kevin, we do them in November and again in the spring. Always welcome to come in and see what it looks like. #bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen, @TracyMailloux, @crockow8
  • crockow8 Oct 12 @ 5:55 AM EDT
    Yikes! My times run out this morning. TIme for me to check out. Thanks for the great conversations this am. Lots of food for thought! Have great weekends my #bfc530 peeps!
  • spaul6414 Oct 12 @ 5:57 AM EDT
    Good morning #bfc530. Great to start my day with my PLN.
  • edu_ivers Oct 12 @ 6:03 AM EDT
    We’ve had very heavy rain in Sydney today also! #BFC530
    In reply to @bridget_adam
  • kmichellehowell Oct 12 @ 6:41 AM EDT
    Good morning, Susan and thank you! #bfc530
    In reply to @SusZanti5, @philosophypaul, @ChristineBemis2, @ChrisQuinn64, @valerietilton, @ShiftParadigm, @DrCSJones, @kathyiwanicki, @DebbiSab, @GruntledChalkie
  • MagicalBlessin2 Oct 12 @ 6:53 AM EDT
    "I AM" Affirmations for Abundance, Health, Happiness, Wealth (Morning & Bed Time)with 432 Hz https://t.co/gZxsgZuImG #RoyalWedding Quavo #WomanLikeMe #FridayMotivation #NCT127_Regular_Irregular Jack Brooksbank ZEZE #bfc530
  • mrsstellhorn Oct 12 @ 7:05 AM EDT
    One-on-one. We sit together at my “kitchen table” and discuss. We talk about present and future of where they see their kid and then I speak. #bfc530
  • assignmenthelp Oct 12 @ 7:45 AM EDT
    Study Abroad in Auckland https://t.co/5msUy7FgMB #BFC530 #education
  • biologygoddess Oct 12 @ 9:25 AM EDT
    Day after parent conferences survival kit 😃#bestteacherneighborever #bfc530