#BFC530 Archive
The Breakfast Club β #BFC530 β is a 15 minute, 1 question Twitter chat every weekday. We chat in 4 timezones Mon-Fri β 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.
Tuesday February 2, 2016
ha! Lucky! How you been? It's been awhile!
Hi all Eric in Nj checking in
Heading home today overwhelmed by the kindness of my PLN. "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?"
Good morning from Santo Domingo
Good morning from Lancaster, PA.
good morning all. Interesting thoughts.
Good morning
Lori from Ohio happy to be here with you!
Morning Manny. How are things in Bmore?
It has been! All good here. Nice and busy. How about you?
In a few weeks teh rooster moves out to the chicken paddock on the farm so I should not hear him
Hi Grace! Gosh it's been too long. What a wonderful trip it has been. I'm so very grateful for my PLN.
yesterday was crazy warm so the snow is melting. tomorrow will be 62 degrees.
Did you know I moved to the East Coast? Been here 6 months. It's different.
I <3 hearing about your animals!
Today's topic: "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?" https://t.co/TR3GCwjSqz
Heading home today overwhelmed by the kindness of my PLN. "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?"
morning all! Nancy from Ohio
. Good morning! Not happy with Iowa caucus results, but I'll get up to face the world anyway. Susan from the Jersey Shore. π
Happy groundhog day π»going to pretend this bear is a groundhog... My favorite pseudo science day!!
Is she going to school with you?
Roosters are part of every morning here. Whoever said they only crow at dawn never knew a real Rooster.
I am beyond grateful for this chat. It has been amazing for me! Thank you all. https://t.co/VKpKVTPHgs
Today's topic: "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?" https://t.co/TR3GCwjSqz
Heading home today overwhelmed by the kindness of my PLN. "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?"
Good morning . Our Snowpacolypse last week threw me all out of whack. Glad to b back. David MS Principal form VA
Sounds like dinner... OK, just kidding, sort of
We need to "Where's Waldo" that girl!
I didn't. Nice. I'm sure it is. Good different or just different?
This is a good topic. I tend to go through ups and downs about work. But I have a few coworkers who always keep me going.
So excited to be here! I had to end on a high note! :)
I am grateful for the department colleagues that surround and support me every single day in school and out.
somewhere the animal life chose me. Although I must admit I'm not so good with chickens.
YES!!! Oh! You'll see her too b/c of our Mystery Number!
good morning everyone! Cleteus from the Tidewater area- looking forward to growing with you all!
Grateful to you all...my PLN! Hands-down the best T-led PD & daily inspiration I've tapped into since becoming a T. Thank you!
Definitely grateful for with like-minded educators it's easy to learn from all of you!
always thankful for the many amazing teachers in my building who bringing learning alive to students each day
No you just hear them better at dawn
First and foremost grateful for my friends, family,my PLN. π I tell them/ you every chance I get!
So serious, I'm grateful for my . and others. You folks are amazing!
I'm so incredibly grateful for the team of teachers I work with. Couldn't ask for a more positive, risk-taking group of learners!
So grateful 4 all relationships in my life, from intimate (hubs, kids) 2 personal friends 2 professional https://t.co/O9GemQuOF6
Today's topic: "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?" https://t.co/TR3GCwjSqz
Heading home today overwhelmed by the kindness of my PLN. "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?"
1st let me say that im grateful for . starting the day talking about my ideals sets me up for the work week.
1st let me say that im grateful for . starting the day talking about my ideals sets me up for the work week.
I am grateful for my Ss who make me belly laugh at least once a day. I love their youth
Good morning. Stacey from NJ. Sick day for me today. π’
Ahh Love these types of topics. We've been talking Positive psychology & gratitude around my school & class. So important.
I am grateful for so much, but the first thing on my mind is my team- we get through so many challenges together
I am grateful for my faculty & staff. They r fantastic educators & make my job so easy
Good Morning! Melissa from CT - pushed myself to go to the gym so I could chat!
Of course I'm grateful for my wife we push each other to make our teaching great
agree wholeheartedly https://t.co/XDseAXgYjC
Grateful to you all...my PLN! Hands-down the best T-led PD & daily inspiration I've tapped into since becoming a T. Thank you!
Definitely! I am grateful. You all help me start my day on the right path..together. https://t.co/1KGpp8URSJ
Definitely grateful for with like-minded educators it's easy to learn from all of you!
I'm grateful for students willing to take risks and an admin that encourages them.
Good morning . Brian from Mass.
Great question https://t.co/bJQ2HYfi5B
Heading home today overwhelmed by the kindness of my PLN. "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?"
My family and I need to tell them more often! The snuggles to the littlest help him realize :) https://t.co/HebVYpLMUI
Today's topic: "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?" https://t.co/TR3GCwjSqz
Heading home today overwhelmed by the kindness of my PLN. "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?"
Yesterday a great teacher helped refocus my PLC. I am crazy grateful. She found a solution when I was in too deep to see one.
I'm also grateful for my Ss who have been so willing and so excited to be part of the paperless classroom
I'm taking a different approach this year, based on whether I'm able to get home to Denver tonight or not ;) https://t.co/W4tUPVRmqP
The Midwest is expecting snow today. Area schools already cancelled to avoid mid day confusion of sending kids home.
I am grateful for the renegade teachers at school. There's little structure to our plan, but we've found each other thanks to tech
Ss missed 4 days, then 2 delayed openings in Chesterfield. Wacky week.
I'm a firm believer in power if positivity, so acknowledging the imp people in our lives creates more positive relationships
so much gratitude to extend! Starting with -so thankful for my eternal father who makes all things possible!
Of course all you awesome PLN but also my family. Got to celebrate my wife's Bday last night with entire family, so happy !
I am also so grateful for my wonderful husband and amazing daughters. I have been very blessed.
I'm grateful for who keeps pushing me, encouraging me & teaching me. I try to tell her everyday β€οΈππ
So much to be thankful for.My day begins with , my kids, my crazy animals,& moves to school with students and teachers that I admire.
I'm probably better at school for expressing my gratitude than at home. Need to balance this.
So blessed to have a family who supports each other in all avenues, but especially in education.
I'm grateful for the teachers who are interested in trying new things in the classroom and sharing those ideas with the rest of us.
Now I really want to go to school!! But I called out. Going to the Dr. instead. π
I am grateful for my Ss--they keep me focused on my WHY.
Aw, that's no fun. Grateful you're here!
My school peeps are great to work with https://t.co/7BAumel8Zs
I am grateful for the renegade teachers at school. There's little structure to our plan, but we've found each other thanks to tech
Thankful for those on our negotiation team. Working tirelessly (day #6 today)
I am extremely grateful for having recent co-moderation opportunities with and ! It's been a blast!
Yes, this chat has helped me grow in so many ways, Keeps me positive and inspired! https://t.co/wcZ8fOknV2
I am beyond grateful for this chat. It has been amazing for me! Thank you all. https://t.co/VKpKVTPHgs
Today's topic: "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?" https://t.co/TR3GCwjSqz
Heading home today overwhelmed by the kindness of my PLN. "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?"
Great topic ! Immediately know who I'm grateful for (my admin ) but the latter part I gotta think now...hmmm
Great topic ! Immediately know who I'm grateful for (my admin ) but the latter part I gotta think now...hmmm
I'm thankful for my husband who supports me overworking so I can try something new. π
I'm grateful for my husband who supports every idea I have, loves me through every roller coaster day life in the classroom brings
How many days will you have to make up?
Crazy warm here in Boston too. After last years continuous blizzards, really digging this years warm weather #β€οΈElNino
I'm grateful for my kids who cooked dinner, fed the dog and cleaned the kitchen tonight (not sure what they are after - suspicious)
Every Ss says Good morning this year with a smile. Some sing when they come in. Every day I think I am lucky
Been keeping a list of gratitudes in my journal through my trip so I can remember all the people & experiences needing shoutouts
Need to take care of you. Moms and teachers are the last to go to doctors.
for the amazing Ts and Ss I serve in Their passion and excitement for teaching and learning is inspiring!
Oh no! Take care of you! I'm going to periscope so you won't miss anything!
Yep. So true. Sharing is caring Saying thanks to those who do is caring too
. My middle school colleagues keep me sane and laughing. We share, learn together, commiserate and celebrate together. Oh, wine too.
There's so many educators who "Overwork"
What can we do about this? https://t.co/CIm1nwYI5j
I'm thankful for my husband who supports me overworking so I can try something new. π
has opened so many windows for me grateful all
has opened so many windows for me grateful all
Amazing, right? I have grown so much in a few months.
I'm grateful for my husband of 30 years. Without him, I wouldn't be a teacher today!
the office staff that supports me in more ways than they know-so lucky
S engagement is interpersonal and interactive. SBL facilitates S-subject engagement and S 2 S collaboration
Just 1. We have extra time built in to the schedule so we r still OK
Grateful for this early morning PLN who starts my day in a reflective, positive and growth mindset.
Grateful for support I get in new job. Prev Tech Director is on speed dial/a tweet away; 1 before comes in 2-3 days/wks to mentor
I think you make sure they know by everyday actions but it is nice to do something special too... https://t.co/UqEHDd4fr6
Heading home today overwhelmed by the kindness of my PLN. "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?"
Totally agree! It is amazing! Thank you!
All my Year 10s did their holiday homework and I wrote an email (in front of them) telling their co-ordinator how grateful I was -
Well, I'm very thankful for an interesting new job and, as always, for my PLN. :)
Also, grateful for my friends for encouraging me to participate in twitter chats
I am so grateful for and my growing via Twitter...professional learning is outstanding!
Oh yeah. Thankful for them too. We're https://t.co/or2QxbCND0
I'm grateful for the teachers who are interested in trying new things in the classroom and sharing those ideas with the rest of us.
I am grateful for my PLN & all those locally who support & challenge each other & me!
Grateful for my district that supports my PD. My Ss make every day worthwhile. Always saying Thank You!
Grateful for the teachers I work with, they are amazing!
I'm grateful for all the teachers who have chosen to teach the child not the test
We missed 6 days here near Baltimore because of that blizzard!
What Manny said. https://t.co/xAWGMmivN1
1st let me say that im grateful for . starting the day talking about my ideals sets me up for the work week.
I'm committing to saying, "thank you for..." to friends, family, colleagues back home more frequently in the coming months
Appreciate my world-wide PLN as well. Just told several groups by leaving them a Voxer message.
mine were really great about the flipped labs. I said "I want to do something different" and they went there with me
keep advocating for balance and model it!! https://t.co/efbUsmeEHC
There's so many educators who "Overwork"
What can we do about this? https://t.co/CIm1nwYI5j
I'm thankful for my husband who supports me overworking so I can try something new. π
LOVED seeing your growth this year - love that you're passionate abt being connected
I think thank you notes-genuine and specific- are great ways to express your gratitude!
I am especially grateful to have spent the weekend at with to of the best PLN a boy can have & thanks !!!
The educator couples. My husband is a teacher too. Our students benefit from the synergistic momentum.
Animals??? Pictures or it didn't happen
https://t.co/GzRwd01Itg
So much to be thankful for.My day begins with , my kids, my crazy animals,& moves to school with students and teachers that I admire.
That's such an honest answer. https://t.co/RG3jSo4DFL
I'm probably better at school for expressing my gratitude than at home. Need to balance this.
I'm grateful for all the Ts who come to me with cool ideas and give me tech challenges to overcome
I am grateful for friends and for prayer support while my mom is going through a significant illness.
We are better together!!! I wish more people realized that!
Posted this before. From a silly movie but i find this useful when thinking about work and gratefulness. https://t.co/dS0IhYTn1m
Grateful for the people in my PLN who'll chit chat thus building healthy collegiate relationship needed for professional discussion
I'm so grateful for my family and for my role as numeracy facilitator/math coach this year...learning everyday in classrooms!
There is great importance in showing how grateful we are, versus telling how grateful we area. Actions speak louder than words.
Sending hand-written notes of appreciation means so much too!! https://t.co/QgEmRXB4ze
I'm committing to saying, "thank you for..." to friends, family, colleagues back home more frequently in the coming months
Please be careful.
https://t.co/4FHc4mll5H
The Midwest is expecting snow today. Area schools already cancelled to avoid mid day confusion of sending kids home.
Nice to b back. Couldn't get in2 the routine until today. Snow was crazy then 75 yesterday https://t.co/21x9iC6HeF
welcome fellow Virginian!
Grateful for my tech team who welcomed a classroom Thursday as their new leader with open arms
Oh no! Hope you feel better soon!
yes https://t.co/dLz6kjzU3H
There is great importance in showing how grateful we are, versus telling how grateful we area. Actions speak louder than words.
Thanks Dani! It's been a fun year in my teaching career - probably the most fun I've had teaching! https://t.co/5yRjajLWzA
LOVED seeing your growth this year - love that you're passionate abt being connected
I am also grateful to my peers, my Ss, and everyone else associated with my small, but amazing school: https://t.co/cPPowZdq2Z
Right now I'm grateful for my teaching team & I show them by telling them that! (& picking up coffee & helping in their rooms)
We need to advocate for things to "let go" so we can try the others & push back on work not serving us or Ss https://t.co/QT99Zxhosw
There's so many educators who "Overwork"
What can we do about this? https://t.co/CIm1nwYI5j
I'm thankful for my husband who supports me overworking so I can try something new. π
Good morning Penny from Georgia.
Good morning so glad to be here. I'm thankful for my amazing family
I'm grateful 4 my Voxer group who have gone from PLN 2 BFFs! https://t.co/ijhH95wkOT
Today's topic: "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?" https://t.co/TR3GCwjSqz
Heading home today overwhelmed by the kindness of my PLN. "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?"
Living here reminds me 2 b grateful on the daily. Working on blog post about experiences & sights of past few weeks. We are lucky
So far so good! Kids are awesome and checking off things on my to-do list!
Good morning, . We just got back from break! I'm Ku, Learning Coach, Argentina
students! They keep me young are the reason why I am in education today!
I'm grateful for the the structure/ system where I work. There is rarely a problem that I cannot find an answer to.
I agree! That's what I love about my PLN too. So willing to share, challenge, and support!
Morning! Grateful for who are willing co-conspirators in Ed hijinks. π working w the fearless!
working on it !! https://t.co/3H6hV2PydY
We need to advocate for things to "let go" so we can try the others & push back on work not serving us or Ss https://t.co/QT99Zxhosw
There's so many educators who "Overwork"
What can we do about this? https://t.co/CIm1nwYI5j
I'm thankful for my husband who supports me overworking so I can try something new. π
I think that's a great topic Craig!
I think that's a great topic Craig!
Thankful for the students and families that I get to work with everyone single day.
Kids are awesome!
Aww. Sending you a big virtual hug! Having you 2 there made my whole weekend. Thank you both!
Feel better! I was down and out MLK Jr weekend...
handwritten notes mean the most but my challenge is putting that at the top of my to do list https://t.co/PFUX5hogaW
I think thank you notes-genuine and specific- are great ways to express your gratitude!
I always make an effort of telling people I work with that their actions are appreciated and showing by my actions
so agree! Gratitude equals healthy mindset. Something we need to pass along to our students and parents.
So important to remember that & remind colleagues when the griping begins.
Very grateful for my PLN as I have grown so much from the interactions and conversations!
I appreciate food :) https://t.co/6gQCihF5DA
I think thank you notes-genuine and specific- are great ways to express your gratitude!
I am grateful for for taking time to help me find balance in the crazy teacher life!
Love this insight! Being abroad certainly has its lessons.
Grateful for parents who volunteer to make our school great for students. Just learned the total is 1325+ hours so far this year!
teachers are very good at griping
I'm grateful that and are willing to try something new with me today w/ our classes!
Good morning! Grateful for colleagues that challenge me to reflect. They taught me that it's better to do my research and then act.
for partners in the community! It takes a lot of different people coming together to support kids!
I'm grateful 4 the teachers who I collaborate & think out loud with! https://t.co/ijhH95wkOT
Today's topic: "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?" https://t.co/TR3GCwjSqz
Heading home today overwhelmed by the kindness of my PLN. "Who are you grateful for right now? How will you make sure they know?"
Before you head out, maybe find someone in who you can check in with on how their gratitudes are going so we can help each other!
And quick to do so. Important to keep that positive mindset & try to share it!
So thankful for those who step up to the plate & volunteer in my world! Posting notes all day!π
clone me! There's not enough hours in the day!!
Sometimes people get apologetic if they're at photocopier before you. Always say you were here first acknowledge they're important
I made chocolate cookies from scratch yesterday...
#1616 Love the moment and the energy of that moment will spread beyond all boundaries. β Corita Kent
https://t.co/3OIQTQ4Dfv
That's the beauty of showing how grateful we are. Each is unique in how we express gratitude.
grateful for my loving supportive family and don't tell them nearly enough
Hunkering down. I have a few virtual meetings planned and fam members brought homework home.
Had a Family Game Night. Turnout was awesome (plus there was a giant Twister board) Parents make it happen https://t.co/FFs7ZgFcj5
Grateful for parents who volunteer to make our school great for students. Just learned the total is 1325+ hours so far this year!
I'm very grateful for a Principal who has been extremely supportive in my ways to use technology in my classroom!
I try to take time to observe, give positive feedback, leave post-it notes and send e-mails of thanks.
I am grateful that who I met through is now a friend!
My husband woke up early today! So we're having our coffee and TALKING. W/out kids awake! W/ join CST at 7:30 :-)
How much r u expecting? Stay safe & warm!
I'm grateful for colleagues who keep pushing and striving for more. They make me a better teacher.
Also, if you will allow a cliche. the people i'm grateful for are the ones who are excited. https://t.co/9it1tBHmcW
I'm also grateful for my job. Which I should probably get back to. Thanks to all of you Enjoy each moment of your day!
I am so grateful to for sponsoring a fantastic conference this weekend! New friends & new paradigms!
so your under the weather, missed you this weekend, feel better
I'm grateful for as you've led me to grow professionally & personally and supported all of my wacky ideas!
I certainly need to be more intentional about this I sometimes get caught up in the minutiae
:) Let me know what you think!
I'm also grateful for
Who doesn't love a good edcamp!
Im grateful for the ones who are willing to dig in and follow through.
. 6 married women and one young man in the lounge at lunch. We laugh through his dating antics stories. It's our midday boost!
Having relocated here to MD, not really knowing/meeting new people yet, can't say enough how important friendships are.
This is true - I think it's important to balance both of these. https://t.co/yoGMlPFCdK
There is great importance in showing how grateful we are, versus telling how grateful we area. Actions speak louder than words.
It is hard but I think the recipient usually knows that which makes it meaningful to them. It's the words & time
Grateful for my wife! Never complains about hrs I devote 2 helping my school b come high performing. Will give her a hug & kiss!
thxfull 4 the incredible colleagues and friends that I work with! Esp. 1s who risk friendship 2 lend a hand n need.
I am grateful that my school still gives me supplies! I know there are other places who no longer have this luzury
For the record-her house smells like delicious cookies - which is to say it's like being wrapped in a big hug!
Share, please
A parent brought in some yesterday, I got 2 of them. Didn't hog them all.
Sweet goodness, me too. My reflective practice at home, on other hand, is stellar. https://t.co/xECj9T05Nt
I'm probably better at school for expressing my gratitude than at home. Need to balance this.
Thanks . Another great convo and uplifting way to start the day.
And I have little cards everywhere! At home, school, in my desk so I always have one ready usually
Hi Ku! Good to hear from you again! Welcome back.
for Ts that try out new things!
I am extremely grateful for my Ss & families that I am blessed to work w/ each day. Honored that they share their children w/ me.
