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WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to tonight's chat. We are talking about #Wellness. Share your name, where you work, what you do, and favorite activity. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hello all! Greg- 2nd grade, MD. Ready to discuss wellness. Multitasking and working on message for Sunday. Hope all are well. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Favorite activity- Walking, traveling. #mdeschat

MrCsajko May 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Mr. Csajko, Hyattsville MD, Physical Education Teacher, and my favorite activity is... Football #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Walt, principal in Hyattsville, and I love to shoot jump shots, but not landing! #mdeschat #BadKnees

Karendonovan33 May 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi everyone! I'm Karen a principal in AACPS I like to go to the gym at 4:30am before work #mdeschat #wellness

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Chris, elementary principal in Glen Burnie, working out and running #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@jazzmeister2013 Welcome back Greg! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@MrCsajko Thanks for joining us Ryan and HAPPY BIRTHDAY! #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator May 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Janice, #SLP #teamFelegy I LOVE to BIKE and Yoge. not at the same time! #mdeschat

MrCsajko May 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@WalterReap Thank you! #mdeschat

LeaJaspersMSDE May 12 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Lea Jaspers here. I'm the Wellness Specialist at MSDE. Looking forward to joining the discussion! Fav activity is walking! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@Karendonovan33 Hey Karen, way to start the day off strong! #mdeschat #jealous

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@principal64 Hey Chris aka Mr. Active, glad to have you with us tonight! #mdeschat

ReadWriteBlue2 May 12 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hi Christina from MD checking in. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@LeaJaspersMSDE All rise, we have a specialist from the state joining us! Thanks Lea! #mdeschat #Salute

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:06 PM EDT

We are using the Q1/A1 format tonight. Please engage each other and push the knowledge onward and upward! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@ReadWriteBlue2 Hey Christina, thank you for joining us! #mdeschat

APQenclasse May 12 @ 8:09 PM EDT

David Grade 5 teacher and #physed #teacher. I offer workshops on #wellness in the classroom. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Here are the questions, but will send them out one at a time. #mdeschat https://t.co/W6tYfCnPPH

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT

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WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@APQenclasse Thank you for joining us tonight David! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1- Mental/emotional, physical health. Decision-making that promotes well-being. #mdeschat

Karendonovan33 May 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: feeling great physically and mentally #mdeschat

ReadWriteBlue2 May 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: For me wellness is peace... #mdeschat https://t.co/WsFGLk9s4x

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1. Wellness is a state of balance between physical and mental health #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: Wellness is a combination of activities to improve overall well-being. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:14 PM EDT

I love this and puts the emphasis on "mindset" that which one can control no matter the setting. #mdeschat https://t.co/cRtWuZzN71

ReadWriteBlue2 May 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: For me wellness is peace... #mdeschat https://t.co/WsFGLk9s4x

Speak4Power - Moderator May 12 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1for me, Wellness is doing things for the benefit/maintenance of my body & being. Engaging in self care rather than destructive #mdeschat

ReadWriteBlue2 May 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT

I'm working hard on this mindset #mdeschat https://t.co/hrSYVB26cH

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:14 PM EDT
I love this and puts the emphasis on "mindset" that which one can control no matter the setting. #mdeschat https://t.co/cRtWuZzN71
- ReadWriteBlue2 May 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
  
  A1: For me wellness is peace... #mdeschat https://t.co/WsFGLk9s4x

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@Speak4Power Great perspective Janice. Thank you for sharing! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1. Not just fitness, but having interests and pursuits outside of our profession #mdeschat

APQenclasse May 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT

#mdeschat physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual A1

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@ReadWriteBlue2 A yogi once told me this takes many lifetimes. #mdeschat

LeaJaspersMSDE May 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1:In the context of my work wellness is focused on nutrition & physical activity and weaving these into the culture of the school.#mdeschat

ReadWriteBlue2 May 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT

No wonder I'm struggling, haha! #mdeschat https://t.co/oXxmF6Cq0l

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@ReadWriteBlue2 A yogi once told me this takes many lifetimes. #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator May 12 @ 8:17 PM EDT

#mdeschat I agree that it is a process of mirco decisions along the path. Not on big moment and then it is all easy! https://t.co/ziP6vW7fPV

ReadWriteBlue2 May 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
I'm working hard on this mindset #mdeschat https://t.co/hrSYVB26cH
- WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:14 PM EDT
  
  I love this and puts the emphasis on "mindset" that which one can control no matter the setting. #mdeschat https://t.co/cRtWuZzN71
  
  ReadWriteBlue2 May 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
  
  A1: For me wellness is peace... #mdeschat https://t.co/WsFGLk9s4x

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Question 2 coming up! Thank you for adding your knowledge to our space tonight. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@Speak4Power Moving forward, one step at a time. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Let's shift to nutrition, stress management, and mental health. #mdeschat https://t.co/VWLkthleo5

edubabbIe May 12 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Early intervention for parents with what resources Latinos form and belong to the way the observed dissimilarity data. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: Reading food labels, talking to the wonderful people on staff: food service and school nurses are always willing to help. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2- Ask questions. Seek guidance. Do research. Take intentional steps to grow and develop wellness habits. #mdeschat

APQenclasse May 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2 #mdeschat admit to ourselves that we are not experts at everything and seek out knowledge from books and specialists.

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2. So many resources, we have to be willing to learn and try new things, listen to our bodies #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT

"When our bodies feel right, our minds work right!" School-wide wellness programs via @education_world #mdeschat https://t.co/rvXfeyhI2R

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: Teach pro-social skills are great strategies for dealing w/ stress. Being aware of our breathing helps to increase awareness. #mdeschat

LeaJaspersMSDE May 12 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2: I find it's not about why wellness is important or what we don't know about wellness but how can we make it a priority. #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator May 12 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2 i have to focus on process. How am I using food? How am I managing stress? What are my strategies? Are they working for me? #mdeschat

Karendonovan33 May 12 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2: being aware of your body..try new things...ask questions..great staff resources #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Great connection and reason why wellness should be a priority! #mdeschat https://t.co/zCqtjs6uPu

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT

"When our bodies feel right, our minds work right!" School-wide wellness programs via @education_world #mdeschat https://t.co/rvXfeyhI2R

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Important to find simple pleasures. Even when the going gets tough, the simple pleasures maintain that positivity. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Coping strategies promoting stress management. #mdeschat

ReadWriteBlue2 May 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: I think I have the knowledge, but often lack the willpower #chocoholic 🙊🍫#mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@Speak4Power Great questions to audit your own wellness path! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Question 3 coming up! #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator May 12 @ 8:25 PM EDT

#mdeschat breathing feeds your brain! oxygenation is a calming thing! Prevents the flight or Fight mech https://t.co/tatlYn9dic

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: Teach pro-social skills are great strategies for dealing w/ stress. Being aware of our breathing helps to increase awareness. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@Speak4Power Nothing like some good ol’ fresh air to change a mood. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Need more movement, but how in a crammed day? #mdeschat https://t.co/QPUfidCR82

Speak4Power - Moderator May 12 @ 8:26 PM EDT

#mdeschat they don't give out awards for working through lunch and never relaxing. Overworking is not a competion https://t.co/eGiktbUvXY

LeaJaspersMSDE May 12 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2: I find it's not about why wellness is important or what we don't know about wellness but how can we make it a priority. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3. School wellness toolkit via @HealthierGen #mdeschat https://t.co/F4mURkBIpN

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3- Daily goal of 10,000 steps. No matter when or how. Tracking steps has built motivation. Pushing daily. Big benefits. #mdeschat

LeaJaspersMSDE May 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: #mdeschat Creating lessons with intentional opportunities to move and learn simultaneously

Karendonovan33 May 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: join me at the gym at 4:30 am! 😊 Starts the day off right #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: Be intentional in order to structure movement breaks during the teaching and learning process to improve attention/stamina. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Thank you for sharing this resource! #mdeschat https://t.co/PPRnpa1Xjn

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3. School wellness toolkit via @HealthierGen #mdeschat https://t.co/F4mURkBIpN

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3. In schools, I have seen a lot of creative teachers blend movement into their daily teaching #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT

With my Ss, using @GoNoodle builds intentional time for movement and fun. Promoting physical wellness. #mdeschat

ReadWriteBlue2 May 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: as a teacher I'm all for movement in the classroom, non-traditional seating, get Ss outside... #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator May 12 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3 make time for what matters and self care matters. It isn't extra. I make appointments with myself and Invite others. #mdeschat

APQenclasse May 12 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3 #mdeschat my specialty. #Cycling across Canada. #yoga in the hallway. Daily physical activity videos. https://t.co/jQ9m8bWGbB

Karendonovan33 May 12 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@WalterReap movement breaks are critical..u can see the energy increase instantly #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Tech tools help the adults and we can pull others into this by talking about it and sharing our progress. #mdeschat https://t.co/ecdzOO4nAx

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3- Daily goal of 10,000 steps. No matter when or how. Tracking steps has built motivation. Pushing daily. Big benefits. #mdeschat

ReadWriteBlue2 May 12 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Yes, the Ss love @GoNoodle #mdeschat https://t.co/PtP8ysUGmG

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT

With my Ss, using @GoNoodle builds intentional time for movement and fun. Promoting physical wellness. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Since the weight loss journey began, I’ve averaged 10.6k steps per day over the last 365 days. The journey continues! #mdeschat

cmespds May 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Jenn here, sorry I am late! A3: I build in movement by making Ss get up to get a book, move to a new partner brain breaks! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@cmespds You’re just in time for the rest of the conversation! Welcome! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A3: Brain breaks using bran gym; help students cross the mid-line increase development of all cerebral hemispheres! #mdeschat

cmespds May 12 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@WalterReap lots of my Ss have 'fitbits' and we compare steps at recess and try to beat each other! #mdeschat

LeaJaspersMSDE May 12 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A3: Using physical activity as incentives rather than food #mdeschat

APQenclasse May 12 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@ReadWriteBlue2 @GoNoodle @jazzmeister2013 #mdeschat we've created our own with our mascot. https://t.co/JjxewD9KYC

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@WalterReap Yes! Crossing the mid-line a simple yet effective movement exercise. #mdeschat

cmespds May 12 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@jazzmeister2013 @GoNoodle One of my favorites!! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Powerful! Great metric, you should contact #GoPro and share your journey! #mdeschat https://t.co/VYIw6ub7yC

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Since the weight loss journey began, I’ve averaged 10.6k steps per day over the last 365 days. The journey continues! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@cmespds Thank you for joining us Jenn. No late pass needed when you share your knowledge! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q4: Taking care of the "Temple". #mdeschat https://t.co/1djreRjVea

Karendonovan33 May 12 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@jazzmeister2013 good for you!!! You should be very proud! #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator May 12 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A3 Fitbit club with colleagues is fun and motivating! We have a biker gang too! #teamFelegy #mdeschat

cmespds May 12 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@WalterReap expecially during any extended testing periods... like Parcc #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4- Tracking steps, watching weight. Standing on scale and seeing steady decline in lbs is a beautiful thing… #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4- …and knowing the need to rebound when the number increases even slightly. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@cmespds Competing and monitoring data definitely life skills! Great strategies and collaborative. #mdeschat

cmespds May 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@jazzmeister2013 Way to go!! Swimming laps is my thing! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4- Didn’t even realize the impact the weight loss would have. Never felt bad, but I feel even more energized… #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4. It takes a "mindfulness" approach, we have to work to be conscious and conscientious of our health habits & foster w/students #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@cmespds Those long testing blocks are excellent reminders to MOVE! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4- …and look forward to long walks. Wellness requires a mindset adjustment, and a commitment. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@principal64 Yes! #mdeschat

Karendonovan33 May 12 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4: you must listen to your body..take care of yourself so u can give ur best to the Ss #mdeschat

cmespds May 12 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4: Recognizing if I don't take care of me, I can't take care of my family or my Ss. #wakeupcall #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Important to understand! When you care for yourself, you are better able to support others. #mdeschat https://t.co/wgLByKGjJa

cmespds May 12 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4: Recognizing if I don't take care of me, I can't take care of my family or my Ss. #wakeupcall #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A4: The relationship between my effectiveness is a correlation to my healthy habits. Reminding Ss of this can improve habits. #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator May 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4 Drinking plenty of water and encouraging other T to drink to maintain vocal cord health. Maintains your professional voice! #mdeschat

raleshevich May 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT

When mindfulness meets the classroom https://t.co/NbEBrlr39T #mdeschat https://t.co/2tRqcuRc3J

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4. It takes a "mindfulness" approach, we have to work to be conscious and conscientious of our health habits & foster w/students #mdeschat

MrCsajko May 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@Speak4Power Reverse the vending machine trend! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@Speak4Power Certainly a discipline I need to improve upon! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4: Airplane passenger metaphor, I need to be able to "breathe" before I can help others! Self-help is the perfect metaphor! #mdeschat

LeaJaspersMSDE May 12 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4: #mdeschat Prioritizing Ss self care will improve learning.We focus on self care before tests but what about while learning content?

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@WalterReap So true! #mdeschat

cmespds May 12 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@Speak4Power I do not do soda, water, water and did I mention water? #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Sage advice! #mdeschat https://t.co/4NfbjfPPJw

raleshevich May 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
When mindfulness meets the classroom https://t.co/NbEBrlr39T #mdeschat https://t.co/2tRqcuRc3J
- principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT
  
  A4. It takes a "mindfulness" approach, we have to work to be conscious and conscientious of our health habits & foster w/students #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator May 12 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A4 sharing evidence of the benefits of healthy habits! The #teamFelegy Biker Gang travels! #mdeschat https://t.co/EOZKQHp20B

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:44 PM EDT

I remember passing out the brain food during THE test. Now I talk about the importance of rest w/ Ss. #mdeschat https://t.co/6lvoBoMdgU

LeaJaspersMSDE May 12 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4: #mdeschat Prioritizing Ss self care will improve learning.We focus on self care before tests but what about while learning content?

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q5: Who is on YOUR wellness team/network? #mdeschat https://t.co/sxFv46lFPX

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@WalterReap ahh, sleep, probably the most overlooked wellness activity we need to embrace! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5- Family, friends, pastoral leadership, prayer partner. Supportive accountability. #mdeschat

Karendonovan33 May 12 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5: school counselor is a great resource and of course PE #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@principal64 @WalterReap Yes indeed! Good sleep is powerful!! #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator May 12 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A4 Are we teaching the maintenance of hearing by healthy noise levels. not cranking up the music, careful use of earphones... #mdeschat

ReadWriteBlue2 May 12 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5: Family mostly for me #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5. We formed a staff running team three years ago, we are always encouraging each other #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT

I read how its not just the amount of sleep, but the consistency. Defeat the summer slide by getting rest. #mdeschat https://t.co/5aCtGVoheo

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@WalterReap ahh, sleep, probably the most overlooked wellness activity we need to embrace! #mdeschat

cmespds May 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5: Our school has a wellness committee. They organize our 5ks and #RelayForLife.We've gone from bday cakes to treats- fruits!! #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator May 12 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5 don't forget your friendly #SLP the other allied health profession in the building #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A5: Guidance counselor, school nurse, staff who share their wellness journeys and tips. Parents are good resources as well! #mdeschat

cmespds May 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@principal64 We have some staff that buddy up with our #GOTR team. #mdeschat

ReadWriteBlue2 May 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@WalterReap What county/school do you work in? #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT

All great resources that we can connect with on a daily basis! #mdeschat https://t.co/PZiUUtsiun

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A5: Guidance counselor, school nurse, staff who share their wellness journeys and tips. Parents are good resources as well! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A5: WAIT, almost forgot our physical education Ts. Stopped my pop-tart toxicity and replaced them with real fruit! #mdeschat

Karendonovan33 May 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@WalterReap you just made me laugh #mdeschat

ReadWriteBlue2 May 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Oooh pop- tarts😍 #mdeschat https://t.co/p87aHlrBRW

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A5: WAIT, almost forgot our physical education Ts. Stopped my pop-tart toxicity and replaced them with real fruit! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@WalterReap that's good, I was raised on Pop-tarts! #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator May 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#mdeschat real fruit is nature's candy! https://t.co/GBHjPd5FKf

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A5: WAIT, almost forgot our physical education Ts. Stopped my pop-tart toxicity and replaced them with real fruit! #mdeschat

MrCsajko May 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@WalterReap everything in moderation! #mdeschat #physed T's are a gr8 resource for tech tools to help w/ your overall wellness too #mdeschat

MrCsajko May 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@WalterReap everything in moderation! #mdeschat #physed T's are a gr8 resource for tech tools to help w/ your overall wellness too #mdeschat

cmespds May 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@WalterReap replaced most processed foods in exchange for fruit and nuts during the school day #mdeschat

LeaJaspersMSDE May 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A5: Create a wellness team in your school to work with your system level wellness committee.Creates a strong foundation& support #mdeschat

goguardian May 12 @ 8:54 PM EDT

How to keep students engaged as the EOY approaches: https://t.co/PsoBHE5I6D #GAEd #KYEdChat #MDESChat #TNEdChat https://t.co/wD9QbG3aP8

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A5: Eating on the go can still be healthy, but it takes planning. Being in a school, your wellness is often on the learning stage! #mdeschat

cmespds May 12 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@Speak4Power cantaloupe season is coming!!!!!! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Commitment time! #mdeschat https://t.co/ERjL853J3F

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ReadWriteBlue2 May 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I still buy them every once in a while🙊 #mdeschat #poptarts https://t.co/7RsZglbr79

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@WalterReap that's good, I was raised on Pop-tarts! #mdeschat

MrCsajko May 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I enjoy speaking with the cafeteria staff...great resource for eating healthy, and helped with feeding my 7mo. old #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator May 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Blueberries! #mdeschat https://t.co/1CMFwQWExB

cmespds May 12 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@Speak4Power cantaloupe season is coming!!!!!! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Nice resource for a culture of wellness, Action for Healthy Kids, "Tools for Schools" #mdeschat https://t.co/96PP2dMG8H

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Thank you for sharing this resource. #mdeschat https://t.co/B9z552hJq6

goguardian May 12 @ 8:54 PM EDT

How to keep students engaged as the EOY approaches: https://t.co/PsoBHE5I6D #GAEd #KYEdChat #MDESChat #TNEdChat https://t.co/wD9QbG3aP8

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A6- Continue to pursue 10k steps. Would probably visit the gym more often. Still need to drink more water. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 May 12 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Good dialogue on #wellness tonight. Thanks @WalterReap for leading the discussion. Have a great Friday on purpose! #mdeschat

Karendonovan33 May 12 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A6: continue the gym..add some weight training...get more sleep #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator May 12 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@LeaJaspersMSDE we have done GOTR and we always participate in National Run at School Day in September #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator May 12 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Get regular sleep, increase life fitness routines; change my mindset and be creative. I work in a BIG school STEP it UP! #mdeschat

ReadWriteBlue2 May 12 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Pledge: Stay➡️healthy lunches. Start➡️yoga/meditation. Change➡️less sugar #mdeschat

cmespds May 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A6: stick with water, fruit. I can't run, but do ride my bike while hubby runs. I need to hit the pool more during the school year #mdeschat