#saskedchat Archive

#saskedchat is a great way for Saskatchewan educators to share teaching strategies, educational resources, and more.

Thursday December 7, 2017
9:00 PM EST

  • participatechat Dec 7 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #saskedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/beuCyoO94f
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:00 PM EST
    During #saskedchat we use the Q1,Q2,Q3...A1,A2,A3 format but, really, we just want you to join the discussions.
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #saskedchat. Please take a moment to tell us a bit about yourself.
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:02 PM EST
    I’m Heidi. I Science. #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt
  • LannySaretsky Dec 7 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Hi #saskedchat Gr 2 T from Wadena. Joining in and out today while I prep. :.)
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Welcome, @LannySaretsky and @heidi_paterson to tonight's #saskedchat
  • LeBoldusLibrary Dec 7 @ 9:04 PM EST
    TL in Regina. Popping in and out this evening. #saskedchat
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Today’s science fun in Preeceville included building electrochemical cells in Chem 30 and extracting DNA in Sci 9 #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Get ready #saskedchat, Q1 coming right up!
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Hey #saskedchat. I'm Melissa from Green Lake & I teach 6 - 12. Tonight I'm balancing this chat and these kitties.
  • HeculuckDave Dec 7 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Dave in Lloyd.. grade 5 rocks!! #saskedchat
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Hey #Saskedchat. I'm Patty from the land meat and Mennonites! I'll be here briefly to add to the chaos.
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Glad you're here! Let the kitties Tweet too! #saskedchat
    In reply to @GartnerMel
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Oh, there's chaos! #saskedchat
    In reply to @nikulak
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:08 PM EST
    There is @tgrantt!!! #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt, @tgrantt
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Haha, well Severus would probably attempt to consume twitter because he likes to eat anything related to birds. #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:09 PM EST
    So, tonight, #saskedchat we want your best tips and advice on keeping from drowning in the classroom. New and old teachers alike have these days, and we need to help each other get through them!
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Lol! Love his name. Does he know the dark arts? #saskedchat
    In reply to @GartnerMel, @tgrantt
  • shania_sonen Dec 7 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Hello all! I'm a substitute teacher with @StoonPubSchools . It has been a while since I have joined in on #saskedchat :)
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Oops, connected the comma to #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Q2: What is the single best time-saving tip you have for other/new teachers? #saskedchat
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Knowing his name, he'll never get to teach how to defend against them! #saskedchat
    In reply to @heidi_paterson, @GartnerMel, @tgrantt
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:10 PM EST
    I’d love to do some gel electrophoresis w/Bio 30. #saskedchat
    In reply to @HeculuckDave
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Q1: What are some of the things that make teachers feel swamped? #saskedchat Damn, the wheels are coming off already! :)
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Kara from Kipling. I teach math and histroy and am the career counsellor #saskedchat
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:11 PM EST
    He does, but I won't let him teach it to Princess Buttercup... so he plays with potions instead. #saskedchat
    In reply to @heidi_paterson, @tgrantt
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A2. Skip the minutia, think big picture, and focus in the middle. Don't plan lessons, plan units and take from there. Much better for progression and less files to update! #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:12 PM EST
    As you wish. #saskedchat
    In reply to @GartnerMel, @heidi_paterson
  • kellywchris Dec 7 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Hey #saskedchat, checking in from Iqaluit. Hope all is well down south!
  • HeculuckDave Dec 7 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A2. Embrace the world of Google Suite if you can... saves so much time for formative assessment and feedback and is omnipresent... home or school Ss are always connected and can ask Q's about their work. #saskedchat
  • LannySaretsky Dec 7 @ 9:13 PM EST
    The beard rocks #saskedchat
    In reply to @nikulak
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1. Planning, prepping, dealing with other "administrative" duties, constant pressure of not feeling good enough, trying to keep up with that totally rad teacher on twitter, etc, etc, etc. These and more can make you feel swamped! #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Saw your students pics! Awesome! #saskedchat is okay, but I already screwed up my scheduled Tweets! :)
    In reply to @kellywchris
  • LeBoldusLibrary Dec 7 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1 Administrative procedures, prepping multiple different subjects, and managing extra-curr are often mentioned by my first year HS teachers. #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Glad you made it, cuz! :) #saskedchat
    In reply to @karataylorKT
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Always. (And yes... catchphrases were considered as part of the naming process) #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt, @heidi_paterson
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1: Honestly, unreasonable time expectations from students sometimes b/c they want things done immediately. #saskedchat
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A2: Make assignments, exams, etc short and sweet. You are looking for if they understand, not if they are the absolute master of content. (and your marking pile will thank you!) #saskedchat
  • LannySaretsky Dec 7 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Daily lesson plans can go one way or the other. Do quick general plans at most. It shouldn't be in a step by step teacher centered format anyways #saskedchat
    In reply to @nikulak
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Q3: What piece of technology most helps you keep organized, and how? #saskedchat
  • kellywchris Dec 7 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Never admit a messed up tweet schedule. Improvise! Improvise! #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: Large class sizes, special events, not feeling connected to others in the school (being on an "island") #saskedchat
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1 Creating stuff to meet certain expectations that I’ll never use again b/c it’s not functional. #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:15 PM EST
    I agree. And often, especially in small schools, the extra-curr is expected. Good/not good. #saskedchat
    In reply to @LeBoldusLibrary
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:15 PM EST
    True. Remembering that a uBD for each lesson probably isn't necessary, no matter what the highly idealistic admin who hasn't taught in 20 years says. ;-) #saskedchat
    In reply to @LannySaretsky
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:16 PM EST
    I should probably cover my assets by saying that I'm in no way of thinking of anyone in particular. This isn't sarcasm. Now it sounds like sarcasm. Great. It really isn't. I swear. #saskedchat
    In reply to @LannySaretsky
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A3: Planboard, Google Classroom, and a hardcopy pocketbook agenda #saskedchat
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A1: Data deadlines, anything involving writing up student behaviour, noon supervision, teaching 2 classes when we're out of subs #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Agreed. I WAS the ELA department from 7-12 on occasion. Lonely. #saskedchat
    In reply to @karataylorKT
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:17 PM EST
    AND in small schools you teach MANY more subjects (I'm at something like 18 curricula in 7 years...) #saskedchat
    In reply to @LeBoldusLibrary, @nikulak
  • LeBoldusLibrary Dec 7 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A3 my Outlook calendar is essential to my daily organization. Helps me organize lab bookings, scheduled presentations, library space bookings, and more. One of many tools, but an essential one for me. #saskedchat
  • shania_sonen Dec 7 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A1: Planning & executing lessons, establishing routines, unexpected special events, extra-curricular activities, and more! As well as trying to balance life at home and life at school #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:17 PM EST
    "There is no B-3 Bomber. Really. Where do these rumours start?" #saskedchat
    In reply to @nikulak, @LannySaretsky
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:18 PM EST
    uBD? #saskedchat
    In reply to @nikulak, @LannySaretsky
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A3: Not sure if "tech" but having folders on my USBs etc. is a lifesaver. Also, I really like month-long calendars (paper or online) to prep/plan long term #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Welcome, @_meglane to #saskedchat
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A3. Onenote for planning and minutia that I don't want 80 files for. Word/Drive for Unit Plans. Google Keep for keeping me organized day after day and getting my to do under control. #saskedchat
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:19 PM EST
    I just finished some of my marking pile, little bits at a time! #saskedchat
    In reply to @HeculuckDave
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:19 PM EST
    That is true, #myplnrocks exists for a reason! #saskedchat
    In reply to @HeculuckDave
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:19 PM EST
    I agree, but ALWAYS backup. When USB sticks fail, nothing survives, usually! #saskedchat
    In reply to @karataylorKT
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Q4 What non-tech trick do you use the most to keep yourself prepared and organized? #saskedchat
  • shania_sonen Dec 7 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: Prioritize! As a new teacher I rely on others to learn the best ways to save time everyday! #help #saskedchat
  • HeculuckDave Dec 7 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A3. In all honesty a really good day book with sticky notes and a daily use of my Outlook email calendar WITH calendar invites are the only way I survive. KISS all the way. #saskedchat
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:20 PM EST
    The lack of subs...we were short twice last week :( #saskedchat
    In reply to @GartnerMel
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Nice. And platform agnostic! #saskedchat
    In reply to @nikulak
  • LeBoldusLibrary Dec 7 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Yes, OneDrive and OneNote are important ones for me as well. #saskedchat
    In reply to @nikulak
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Universal backwards design lesson/unit plan. It's all the rage in universities right now. It's a great tool, for a subject you don't know that well. #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt, @LannySaretsky
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:21 PM EST
    AGREED!! Had a hard drive crash 2 weeks before finals before...never making that mistake again! #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:21 PM EST
    As a new teacher, don't be afraid to say "No, I don't have time." You can't be good to others unless you're good to you too! #saskedchat
    In reply to @shania_sonen
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:21 PM EST
    What works works. I should also mention that I avoid using school based platforms unless directly for classes, I find that things tend to disappear or I get locked away from my hard work that way. #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A4: Post it notes plus a weekly Miss P calendar on the whiteboard to record school events, rewrites, etc #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:22 PM EST
    There's a question coming up just for you! :) #saskedchat
    In reply to @shania_sonen
  • kellywchris Dec 7 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Really? UbD has been around for YEARS! Like, please tell me you’re kidding. Please!? #saskedchat
    In reply to @nikulak, @tgrantt, @LannySaretsky
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A4: Hard copy daily planner on my desk for rough plans and all sorts of random notes. Monthly agenda for all the events/due dates/etc. and paper calendars for planning #saskedchat
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Yep. It was challenging to find a sub for today so I settled for the am. #saskedchat
    In reply to @karataylorKT, @GartnerMel
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Same here, twice. It's always an adventure to teach high school math & grade 6 ELA #saskedchat
    In reply to @karataylorKT
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Calendar invites, once a became a consultant, saved what sanity i had left. (Yes, @nikulak , little enough! :) ) #saskedchat
    In reply to @HeculuckDave, @nikulak
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:23 PM EST
    I find that having a online place to store essential files, and a evernote (but not evernote) style place to store quick notes or day plans are necessities #saskedchat
    In reply to @LeBoldusLibrary
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:24 PM EST
    That. Sucks. #saskedchat
    In reply to @karataylorKT, @GartnerMel
  • LeBoldusLibrary Dec 7 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A4 Yes, I use the post-it’s a lot. I need visual reminders! #saskedchat
    • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:21 PM EST
      A4: Post it notes plus a weekly Miss P calendar on the whiteboard to record school events, rewrites, etc #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:24 PM EST
    Now I know. #saskedchat
    In reply to @nikulak, @LannySaretsky
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:24 PM EST
    This is why a pln exists! #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt, @LannySaretsky
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:24 PM EST
    As Career Counsellor I often have my time re-routed to another classroom when this happens so nobody loses prep time (that is already so precious) #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt, @GartnerMel
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Me? I never kid. #saskedchat
    In reply to @kellywchris, @nikulak, @LannySaretsky
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Q5: How do you prioritize your responsibilities? #saskedchat
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A5: Depends on the day and the time of year. I like to do lists and highlighters so that I usually how I work. I'm also a procrastinator though.... #saskedchat
  • shania_sonen Dec 7 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3: As a sub I rely on emails, texts, and phone calls to schedule each and everyday! I also double check scheduled dates online #saskedchat
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A4: I have colour coordinated hand-out and hand-in folders for each grade on my cart. The students know their colour better than me some days. #saskedchat
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A4. Rely on other people in the building when it comes to protocol. It is much easier to walk 20 feet and ask a question in which a meaningful answer is given, rather than to ask and hope online or in an email. #saskedchat
  • beth_thomson Dec 7 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Im Beth and I sub in the Lskysd. Know that you can say no to things #saskedchat
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:26 PM EST
    I oddly haven't used those yet, but I have accepted quite a few of them. I guess I should also give props to Google Calendar! #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt, @HeculuckDave
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:27 PM EST
    I totally agree. Also a lot harder to forget or lose than an email! #saskedchat
    In reply to @nikulak
  • LeBoldusLibrary Dec 7 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A5 much of my job is like a problem solving triage. People come all day with issues, and you need to determine which are essential and which can wait a few minutes. #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A1: Expecting perfection. There are no perfect teachers. #saskedchat
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Formative assessment review and then I make sure my lessons are ready to go, check stock for labs, set out materials, photocopying, evaluation #saskedchat
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:28 PM EST
    @cdeiter I feel like you also get this in the library! #saskedchat
    • LeBoldusLibrary Dec 7 @ 9:27 PM EST
      A5 much of my job is like a problem solving triage. People come all day with issues, and you need to determine which are essential and which can wait a few minutes. #saskedchat
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:28 PM EST
    That it is. I also find people enjoy it when you ask them for help, most are willing to give it freely and like sharing their expertise. The rest, just wait for their coffee to kick in and then you're good to go! #saskedchat
    In reply to @karataylorKT
  • shania_sonen Dec 7 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A4: I have multiple agendas that help me keep my life on track! Sticky notes and colored pens help me color code everything! #saskedchat
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Can I retweet this multiple times???? So true #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A2: Don't do things twice! If you've got a digital and back up, don't write it down. Or vice versa! #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A3: Reminders for tasks and meetings #saskedchat
  • kellywchris Dec 7 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A4 - As a new teacher, remember it’s a long year - pace yourself and be sure to take breaks - pamper yourself one in a while! #saskedchat
  • LeBoldusLibrary Dec 7 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A5 sometimes it’s first come first serve, sometimes staff sorted over students, and sometimes due date of assignment becomes the deciding factor (due in five minutes over due tomorrow). #saskedchat
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:29 PM EST
    That's another good one I completely forgot. They keep me sane, especially for things I need to remember to take to school. #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:30 PM EST
    I get that! During report card week, marks issues are paramount. Sometimes things get pushed to the "Maybe never" pile, and that's not good. #saskedchat
    In reply to @LeBoldusLibrary
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Get updates and reminders for #saskedchat subscribe to the @RemindHQ site.
  • kellywchris Dec 7 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Check out https://t.co/gK9cjIVe1g for good UbD information - check out my ECS410 class too! #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Sure. My vanity will love that! :) #saskedchat
    In reply to @karataylorKT
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A4: Only Luddites don't use tech. :) :) #saskedchat
  • shania_sonen Dec 7 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A5: First I create a list. From there I break it down and figure out what needs to happen now, and what can wait. It sounds easy, but sometimes it can be very tricky! #saskedchat
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:31 PM EST
    I taught my Gr 11 class how to talk to their phone to schedule reminders. I guess the old dog can teach the young ones new tricks. #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:31 PM EST
    That's another good one I completely forgot. They keep me sane-ISH, especially for things I need to remember to take to school. #saskedchat FTFY
    In reply to @nikulak
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A5. Questions in this order: "What will matter most in 10 years?" "What is me just expecting too much of myself?" "What done first will get the most stress off of my day?" #saskedchat
  • kellywchris Dec 7 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Check out https://t.co/BaiFINOU0B - good resource! #saskedchat
  • HeculuckDave Dec 7 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A5. Ss drive everything from bellwork to daily exit slips.. reflect on today.. direct tomorrow. Feedback for what was missed yesterday in order to plan tomorrow's lessons. #saskedchat
  • LeBoldusLibrary Dec 7 @ 9:33 PM EST
    I always say I have a zone of shame where I put the things I never seem to get to doing! #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Sometimes I have lists of lists. https://t.co/rZ8jDUWOL9 #saskedchat
    In reply to @shania_sonen
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST
    My zone of shame is my window sill, and one of my desk drawers. If I lose something it will always be in one of those two places #saskedchat
    In reply to @LeBoldusLibrary, @tgrantt
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Sometimes my lists have lists #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt, @shania_sonen
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Google Keep in my friend, I am a fellow list maker. It annoys the non-list making people. I secretly think they are jealous of my piles of sticky notes. #saskedchat
    In reply to @shania_sonen
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Yay xkcd....it has been a while since I have seen their comics! #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt, @shania_sonen
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Keep is AWESOME. Colour-coded, Checklists, phone/tablet/computer instantly, I could go on. #saskedchat
    In reply to @nikulak, @shania_sonen
  • kellywchris Dec 7 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A5 - I like to use the Eisenhower Matrix - https://t.co/FQSzMwSUCx - great for making decisions about what is important #saskedchat
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:36 PM EST
    XKCD. One of the only comics I can genuinely plan an hour long lesson with it as the basis for inquiry! #saskedchat
    In reply to @karataylorKT, @tgrantt, @shania_sonen
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:36 PM EST
    My ZoS is my home to school bag. If I run out of pens it’s b/c all 5 doz are in the bottom of my bag #saskedchat
    In reply to @karataylorKT, @LeBoldusLibrary, @tgrantt
  • LeBoldusLibrary Dec 7 @ 9:36 PM EST
    I often inherit other teachers’ old tech, so I have a tech graveyard in the library I keep meaning to sort out. Low priority though! #saskedchat
    In reply to @karataylorKT, @tgrantt
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:36 PM EST
    My grand-boss uses that. Pretty useful, especially when swamped #saskedchat
    In reply to @kellywchris
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A5 Usually I have a list of things to do - but student needs trump things on the list. Also, playing in the library and with the 3D printer trumps my list. And sometimes cat stories. And chocolate in the staff room. #saskedchat
  • arzyna Dec 7 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Hi all...Principal, large, PreK-8 East Regina suburb #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Unrelated, #saskedchat but does anybody else have an issue where Windows 10 can't find the right time?
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:38 PM EST
    Checking social media is on the delete side, but writing my blog post is on the do side. Sigh... guess this means no more #saskedchat for me.
    In reply to @tgrantt, @kellywchris
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:38 PM EST
    And especially 3-D printing cat-shaped chocolate molds! #saskedchat
    In reply to @GartnerMel
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Glad you could make it to #saskedchat
    In reply to @arzyna
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:39 PM EST
    #saskedchat - forgot the hashtag again :)
    • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:38 PM EST
      I like this. "Find chocolate in the staff room" is always on my Do It Now list.
      In reply to @kellywchris
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:39 PM EST
    It is one of the few apps that are not actively preached by Google. I'm ashamed that I wasn't aware of it until nearly 2 years after it came out! #saskedchat
    In reply to @shania_sonen
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:39 PM EST
    THIS IS PD!!!! #saskedchat
    In reply to @nikulak, @kellywchris
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Q6: What can teachers give up to reduce their stress/work load? #saskedchat
  • arzyna Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST
    @tgrantt Can u bring me up to speed Q5? #saskedchat
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST
    You, good sir, are a genius #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Well now I'm at the bottom of a well. Thanks @tgrantt #Saskedchat #Sparta
    In reply to @tgrantt, @kellywchris, @tgrantt
  • sapnabsc123 Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST
    MEET THE NEW MATH, UNLIKE THE OLD MATH,https://t.co/mlOe3L90Rr, #eci831, #mathed, #mathchat, #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST
    My computer says 8:35 but my phone says 8:40 #saskedchat
    In reply to @karataylorKT
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Nah. You’d miss us too much #saskedchat
    In reply to @nikulak, @tgrantt, @kellywchris
  • LeBoldusLibrary Dec 7 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Gotta run, everyone. Enjoyed the chat, though. Take care! #saskedchat
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A6. *cough* extra-curricular *cough* #saskedchat
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Average the time. 8:37.5 🤣 #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt, @karataylorKT
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:41 PM EST
    As am I! Our Secretary/Librarian seems pretty good with it too. She has taught me a bunch about book repairs and the zen of putting away books #saskedchat
    In reply to @LeBoldusLibrary
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:41 PM EST
    I'll RT them all. "Retweet ALL the things!" #saskedchat
    In reply to @arzyna
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A6: I gave up Sr. Boys volleyball coach this year and I am so happy. It will be tough to convince me to coach a Sr. VB team again. #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:42 PM EST
    I have my moments. #saskedchat
    In reply to @GartnerMel
  • shania_sonen Dec 7 @ 9:42 PM EST
    I can relate! Me running to the staff room every time I hear there are snacks #saskedchat
    In reply to @GartnerMel
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A6. Seriously, give up living to the expectations of others or inflating the expectation of yourself to be just as good as those around you. Especially if you only see people those people on SM. Everyone put's their best out there, not their worst. Everyone has warts. #saskedchat
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A6: I gave up a really stressful extra-curr - planning grad. That’s really helped. #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt
  • DanetteExwell Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST
    yay! I made it for the tail end of #saskedchat.
    In reply to @tgrantt, @nikulak, @HeculuckDave, @karataylorKT, @TracyKay2004, @lawsonames, @arutten4, @joan_sask, @jeffwalters27, @peglaws
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST
    I see your point, and I agree with you. My point is, yes that lesson plan should be done better, but that student who is going through a rough time may never forget either the words you spoke, or the time you refused to spend. #saskedchat
    In reply to @HeculuckDave
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST
    YES! Especially new teachers. They shouldn't be allowed to do Extra-curr until year 3 #saskedchat
    In reply to @nikulak
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST
    That I would. Who else would put up with my weird and annoying self. #saskedchat
    In reply to @heidi_paterson, @tgrantt, @kellywchris
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST
    Q7: Who/where can you go when you feel as if you are being overwhelmed? #saskedchat
  • arzyna Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A6: Self-induced uber high perfectionism! Aim for excellence, but be, oh here comes the new catchall, 'mindful'of what is excellent and what is the irrational pursuit of perfection. #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST
    That didn't work, did it? #saskedchat
    In reply to @arzyna
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST
    Or at the very least not be the lead for a few years, helping out can be different (based on the activity and other coach/leader) #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt, @nikulak
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST
    VB is a time suck. Lots of weekends. #saskedchat
    In reply to @karataylorKT
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST
    I strongly ageee. I see too many early career teachers burning out #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt, @nikulak
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:46 PM EST
    But yet, who gets the most extra-curr which helps lead to teacher burnout. I think most teachers are passionate, but we need to help them be realistic in their first few years. #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A6 Well my first thought was teaching. But I'll probably go with abandoning the Superman Complex instead. #saskedchat
  • beth_thomson Dec 7 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A6: I think having kids stay in at recess is a simply one. You both need a break #saskedchat
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A7: #saskedchat of course! As well as a core of other staff members and friends/family that remind me that I need to take care of myself too
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Grad is the worst! #saskedchat
    In reply to @heidi_paterson
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:47 PM EST
    So true. We have a snack schedule, where we take turns bringing snacks all year #saskedchat
    In reply to @DanetteExwell, @shania_sonen
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:47 PM EST
    I used to coach Vb and I would often be sick all of Oct (think about it, vbs are germy). Love the sport so I find other ways to help #saskedchat
    In reply to @karataylorKT
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Genius idea! I need to start this! #saskedchat
    In reply to @GartnerMel, @DanetteExwell, @shania_sonen
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A7. Honestly, my admin comes to mind. I know that not all admin you can though. I also have a fantastic carpool companion who is always encouraging me to think in a solution based, positive. and assuming the best manner. #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Percussive maintenance? #saskedchat
    In reply to @HeculuckDave, @karataylorKT
  • shania_sonen Dec 7 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A6: Just take the time to pause when you need it most! I need to adjust the expectations that I have for myself! Accepting the fact that not everything will be perfect, and that it is okay! #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:49 PM EST
    Was that a reference to the Eastern Final? NOT funny. :) #saskedchat
    In reply to @arzyna
  • DanetteExwell Dec 7 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A7. I have a couple of quiet hiding spots in my building a couple of good friends I can chat with when needed #saskedchat #ventanddecompress #takingcareofme
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST
    Love connecting w/Ss in extra-curr programs but 4 hours of practice/wk plus tournies is really hard on the health #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST
    No, @nikulak is going to show us how to be Superman in two weeks! #saskedchat
    In reply to @GartnerMel, @nikulak
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST
    Well it's been fantastic #Saskedchat, but I'm off for the night. #myplnrocks and hope that you all have a relaxing few weeks before the holidays!
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST
    It's true, I will be focusing on how you can steal the anatomy of other super teachers! #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt, @GartnerMel
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A7 Coworkers/friends... they are the same people in a village. I also go home and cuddle with the kitties #saskedchat
  • nikulak - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:51 PM EST
    Just like a true super-villain teacher! #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt, @GartnerMel
  • JamesAlanOLOO Dec 7 @ 9:51 PM EST
    When it comes to the teaching profession, there is a strong thread that weaves through burn out, frustration, and attrition especially within first few years #saskedchat
    In reply to @heidi_paterson, @tgrantt, @nikulak
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:51 PM EST
    See you soon! #saskedchat
    In reply to @nikulak
  • HeculuckDave Dec 7 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A7. We always have a great resource in our counsellors; be sure to touch base with colleagues. Don't ignore your needs as it will eventually wear you down. We are always here too at #saskedchat as an extended network of people who care.. just a PM away if needed :) #saskedchat
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A8: Make them laugh and remember the bigger picture. When we are stressed we focus on the little things and we need to remember they are not as bit of a deal as we think #saskedchat
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:52 PM EST
    This sounds more like embracing the teamwork of the Avengers than stealing anatomy from Superman. #saskedchat
    In reply to @nikulak, @tgrantt
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A7: I have a really supportive admin team that I can talk to #saskedchat
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:52 PM EST
    Forgot #saskedchat ...
    In reply to @tgrantt
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:52 PM EST
    I did badminton. Not bad. #saskedchat
    In reply to @heidi_paterson, @karataylorKT
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:53 PM EST
    I did cross country this year and really liked it. I will do that again. My favourite is Track and Field though... #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt, @heidi_paterson
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:53 PM EST
    Once again, missed #saskedchat I should plan more than 18 minutes ahead
    • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST
      Q8: What is your favourite tip/action/whatever for helping other teachers who feel overwhelmed?
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:53 PM EST
    It’s sad for me to see awesome ppl leaving the profession #saskedchat
    In reply to @JamesAlanOLOO, @tgrantt, @nikulak
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:53 PM EST
    Q8: What is your favourite tip/action/whatever for helping other teachers who feel overwhelmed? #saskedchat
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A7.2 Also we have a band. Yesterday at lunch = principal, superintendent, secretary & myself played rock songs in the music room #saskedchat
  • shania_sonen Dec 7 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A7: I always phone my Mama. She reminds me to refocus on what is important, to make time for myself, and to remain positive no matter the situation! My teacher friends are also very lovely and comforting! #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:54 PM EST
    Now I understand the avatar! #saskedchat
    In reply to @GartnerMel
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:55 PM EST
    TA: What will you try in the next week to reduce stress/work/whatever? #saskedchat
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A7: Often it’s my colleaguesthat tell me I’m pushing too hard and I’m not looking well. I’m getting better at listening to myself #workinprogress #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A8: I like to walk into first year teachers' classrooms just after the last bell and say, "How's it going? Need anything?" Makes them feel less isolated, I hope. #saskedchat
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:56 PM EST
    Don't sweat the small stuff and make sure to take time to connect with other Ts as well as the Ss. #saskedchat
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:56 PM EST
    Join me next week #saskedchat for Classroom Hacks 😁
  • HeculuckDave Dec 7 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A8. Only own what you can control.. offer what you can't to fellow professionals who can help... chat often... find a sport you like and play hard! Love family. Be mindful and always love what you do. #saskedchat
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:57 PM EST
    This is also a big one in my books. I loved the teacher that would pop in and check on me so I try to pay it forward! #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt
  • DanetteExwell Dec 7 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A8 remind them mental health is as or more important than physical health. Take time to self care however that looks for you #saskedchat
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A8 Take a minute, let go of the stress and sing/dance in the hallways. Everything will work out #saskedchat
  • kellywchris Dec 7 @ 9:57 PM EST
    Sometimes it’s all ‘small stuff’ sometimes it’s all ‘big stuff’ - the importance is to be able to distinguish between the two. #saskedchat
    In reply to @karataylorKT
  • arzyna Dec 7 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A8 In my experience, nothing beats personal connection; for some that means conversation, for some that means copious amounts of favoured beverages, for some that means time for solitary rest. Know your people, watch the weight of their burdens, and lessen that weight #saskedchat
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A8: I'm going to leave my computer at work TWICE before Christmas! #saskedchat
  • beth_thomson Dec 7 @ 9:58 PM EST
    Thanks for a great chat. Have a great weekend everyone. #saskedchat
  • heidi_paterson Dec 7 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A8: Laugh. Laugh often. Laugh hard. #saskedchat
  • GartnerMel Dec 7 @ 9:58 PM EST
    My bass guitar is black... but everything else in the avatar is accurate #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt
  • tgrantt Dec 7 @ 9:59 PM EST
    Damn. That was supposed to be my TA answer. Dad's never going to give me the keys again! #saskedchat @kellywchris
    In reply to @kellywchris
  • kellywchris Dec 7 @ 9:59 PM EST
    Especially important - laugh and have fun - be willing to laugh at yourself and take time to enjoy the small things - they are important. #saskedchat
    In reply to @heidi_paterson
  • DanetteExwell Dec 7 @ 9:59 PM EST
    And of course have fun planning for my Secret Santa! #saskedchat
    In reply to @tgrantt
  • karataylorKT Dec 7 @ 9:59 PM EST
    Thanks for great chat tonight! Have a great rest of your week! #saskedchat