#2PencilChat Archive
The #2PencilChat is a weekly conversation about educational technology. As we enter a more student-centered age, let's talk about using all the tools in our toolboxes to be innovative and dynamic teachers.
Tuesday March 22, 2016
Welcome to the , tonight, we're talking about Spring Break! Tell us about your fave destination. https://t.co/6SPLmju2fJ
Oh no! They got put in sdrawkcab!
Alright, let's try this the RIGHT way! Introduce yourself, and tell us about your fave vacay ever. https://t.co/32meQJYIoW
Hey, I'm Tammy from North Florida. One of my fav. memories was last year when I visited classroom.
Hey Tammy! That was so much fun. How's your break going so far?
Hey there , Stacey from NJ. Fave vacation was Hawaii for my honeymoon...sigh!
Stacey! That sounds lovely.
Hi - I'm Marifran, hs librarian from NY. Lucky to have a bunch of great vacations, so I'll go w the last one: Disney cruise!
Sean in St. Augustine, here. My favorite vacay was a camping/mountain biking trip near Augusta.
On my wish list. But looking forward to this summer.
A1: Spring Break is usually our giveback vacation so it's always a staycation for me. Fix the fence, call the tree guy, etc
This year is all about Spring Cleaning. I've got so much planned for this summer I need to get it done. https://t.co/5O1toZlOga
Hey Tammy! That was so much fun. How's your break going so far?
Usually I'm more of a staycation b/c I always leave for winter break but this yr I'm going home to KC for spring break
A1 Me too, lots of little day trips and brunches, combined with house cleaning. I always wish there was more travel.
I love camping and hiking! Something I haven't done in years!
A1 Beth from MN waiting for winter storm! Only true spring break vaca was in college and not a fav now that I've matured!
A1 I am a spring break -er. I usually preview summer fun...local amusement park, library, parks, visits w friends...
I really wanted this summer to be the first stamp on my passport (that I've had for 6yrs!) summer!
Beth from MN waiting for winter storm! Only true spring break vaca was in college and not a fav now that I've matured!
I need to do more of that - gets too chore-y around here
A1: The last couple of years has been spent traveling to teachers' classes around the state of FL. This year, total staycation.
A1: (Teresa from NY) I am more of a staycation type who spends a lot of time reading!
I start out w a list like that and never do it...
Hey everyone! How's it going?Amber here, Clermont,FL. K-5 Global Studies. Running a tad late. Was watching a LONG
I live brunch! I used to be in a monthly brunch club I created back home. I pretty much just like to eat!
brunch=best meal ever (meal of appetizers runs close second)
That sounds lovely! I'm having a b-day eve brunch tomorrow with a frmr S and her (awesome) mom.
A1 although this break will also be an adventure as I bring my pal back East w/me & for last half & we take on NYC!
A1 Husband and son just took spring break trip to games. I should have joined them. Planning curriculum instead!
. and Get those "passports" ready for a trip to Jersey this summer (or I could come to you!).
b-day eve celebration?! What a great idea!
Both options sound like a lot of fun!
Hey never actually joined my favorite "squeeze" here ... Joining from the vehicle parked outside a surf style
A2: I chill out pretty well on vacation!
no, I really want to travel out of the country! Spain is my dream!!! Can do Italy, Greece, Ireland too...
A2 I'm mixing in a little of both. There's been napping, cleaning, kayaking, and mountain biking/trail riding.
we are camping at the beach now ... break
A2: I'm setting the timer on my spring cleaning then I chill. Even opened up the watercolors yesterday for a little painting.
As a 12 month lifer spring break means I get more done without others around organize bins? Yes please https://t.co/H3Uj8hRQQl
A1: I used to pack as much in as possible - the last few yrs I've liked relaxing like it's my job
I will take the last three on that list! Add England and Scotland and circle back to Spain (been there).
My spring break is quite torturous thus far. I am frantically trying to get our yearbook finished before end of week deadline
Agree. I like uninterrupted time to work on my lessons! Planning some cool lessons. Can't wait!
Will be missing this week happy spring breaking!!
A2 Looking for the perfect balance of fun and relaxation.
Yes, but you forgot the hashtag so all the cool teachers could see you! https://t.co/jKN9dUndZ1
Woot! Wait. Did I just get mentioned in a teacher chat?? Snap!
What grade do you teach, Beth?
see? that's a good strategy. I need to try that tomoro. Fun stuff on the list each day but I never seem to get to it
My goal is to NOT set an alarm clock and sleep in until I want...thus far, 7:30 seems to be the cut off. Stupid internal clock
Hubby still has to go to work. I take a "nap" after he leaves. LOL https://t.co/GHi9wZSU9b
My goal is to NOT set an alarm clock and sleep in until I want...thus far, 7:30 seems to be the cut off. Stupid internal clock
Who's on break this week and who's on break next week? Or, do you have a diff break, like some other NJ schools?
can never do Ireland too many times - would go at a moment's notice
Sounds kind like me. My naps seem to be falling around 3PM when my laptop needs to be charged. Haha. https://t.co/vcBOMr81qL
Hubby still has to go to work. I take a "nap" after he leaves. LOL https://t.co/GHi9wZSU9b
My goal is to NOT set an alarm clock and sleep in until I want...thus far, 7:30 seems to be the cut off. Stupid internal clock
I am on break next week. (SUPER early for us)
Hey Am I late, and what is "vacation'? My name is Alex and I am a workaholic
would be great if we could snooze it - made it to 6:42a today!
oh no.. Fingers crossed you can at least make it till sunrise one day this week!! https://t.co/b4wGyLwykb
would be great if we could snooze it - made it to 6:42a today!
. Spring Break-ing this week - feels like we just finished mid-winter break. Rest of yr will be looong
That's right, we have Friday off too.
usually up at 4:50a so anything after 6a feels like a gift
A3: and ...both dangerous places for a teacher to hang out in during Spring Break. ?
That's how I felt after MLK day....Thursday is our first day off since.
A3 Barnes and Noble is my go to place to think about the fun side of school (BOOKS!)
When are you out of school this year? https://t.co/Gqpvy1eS7j
. Spring Break-ing this week - feels like we just finished mid-winter break. Rest of yr will be looong
A3: I spent today with planning for new activities for next year. Back 2 cleaning tomorrow.
A3: plan to go board game shopping this week - some Spring goodies for Ss w spring fever
Our year is complete on June 24th
A3 For me it's more about decompressing so I can recenter my teaching goals for the last quarter.
I can't believe we are getting ready to start the last quarter. Crazy. Year has flown, at least for me https://t.co/z1Nx1W55uB
A3 For me it's more about decompressing so I can recenter my teaching goals for the last quarter.
Your spring IS early! Why?
Currently I teach K-3 tech/stem
Sorry. Wish there was a DISLIKE button for that. We are out June 10. https://t.co/fCJCIFcmFy
Our year is complete on June 24th
what does your space look like for K-3
always the week before Easter - "we always do it this way!" (altho lots of districts went w last wk of April)
I'm pleased to announce a takeover! Join and at 9PM eastern!
A3: always thinking about how to convey the perspectives & experiences of others' lives --> empathy
I think I just spammed . Sorry, guys. That's not of me.
What do you have for K-3?
Is it required to cut off social media
Ours went next week. It's usually the 2nd or 3rd week.
A4 I still need to finish 3rd Q report cards. Grumble, grumble, grumble.
Creative Chaos! Ha! Computer lab, hallway, floor space, adjacent classroom. Feel free to PM for more info.
A4: depends on what I can accomplish before Thursday at 3:10 PM LOL
A4 Plan on getting my digital life in order (drive), getting some work on my annual done, plus MAYBE some research for next yr.
A4: research unit & curriculum still need finishing, surverys for staff in two bldgs done!
A4) More like I have little corner4spring break activities in my work wk.Lunch with
I do enjoy a bit of chaos. Might take you up on that. Gracias
A4 in my head, yes but will it happen???
my has been helping a lot with that
A2. Send kids on vacation so I can stay at home🤓
How many times have I brought home a tote bag (so many tote bags!) of work only to leave it on a chair by the door?
How did you keep up w w ?
wouldn't that be awesome to accomplish???
I was just thinking the same thing!!
Sorry kids, dog ate your homework. He loves fractions. What can I say? https://t.co/vrBA9oyWn3
How many times have I brought home a tote bag (so many tote bags!) of work only to leave it on a chair by the door?
9pm loophole = ) (but only for the finale)
Hi Everyone! so sorry I am late! Kathy grade 3 from CT
I will be happy with the first or second, plus school applications before April 1.
Nice. But who feeds the trolls while you're gone? I got into twitter last spring, been hooked
Isn't that the norm for Ts?
A5 I am not on spring break until April 11th
*frantically searches laptop for more rainbows*
Q5 I am going to read 's new book
Would LOVE to start a blog about ; however, I have too much on my plate as it is. Maybe someday...
must-tweets for Ss or Ts are scheduled in advance. Was hard at first but nice weekly treat now
A5 I'm gonna have to start writing. I wrote one once, with a villainous, delusional clown...
Book, podcast, and plan for project w my 4th graders!
Contribute to others'! cc
A5 not sure about starting something but rather, continue what we're doing don't let anymore things drop
Us too. It feels like winter break #2 having it next week.
A5: was the plan but completely unrealistic - will barely have time to play catch-up on old stuff. Move to summer to-do list
A5 and as I say that I *do* still want my Ss to host a Twitter chat for Ts!
When do you get out? Last year with a February for us
So let's go paperless or stop assigning HW, or both
A5 and I've got some ideas to enhance our green screen movies
It seems like every week ends up with a bizarre side argument with
A5 and so basically, knowing me...yeah! Ha!
Our earliest last day in years..I think June 19thish
Just don't bring up spiral vs composition notebooks and we'll all live in harmony. https://t.co/er78xbMb6Z
It seems like every week ends up with a bizarre side argument with
A5 Mapping out lessons for my new STEM room and finishing up Google Cert Level 2.
What am I missing this week? More unicorns?
It's like you just talked about Fight Club...
I'd love to hear more. My Ss have really started to get into green screen.
So glad that I am NOT the only one that has started a summer to-do list already. https://t.co/M0bfxRfCEw
A5: was the plan but completely unrealistic - will barely have time to play catch-up on old stuff. Move to summer to-do list
We keep getting out later and later it seems.
Awww.. fond memories--sweet, sweet memories from the beginning times of . https://t.co/Dgn94p5e0Y
It's like you just talked about Fight Club...
Oo my goodness! Too funny!!
A6: ALL the laundry in my house has been conquered! You could play bocce in my laundry area right now
Alright, Link Hogthrob. Is it just me, or does Dr. Strangepork look a little like Bernie?
A6: ummmmm...........napping? Walking? Not really projects......
A6 Settjng up my indoor greenhouse.
training for my first half marathon and Spartan Beast race. Does this count?
A6) Pull weeds from my yard...there has to be an easier way. Anyone have a goat they can loan me? ??
A6: Finish both the Goldfinch and Americanah
A6 Working on my and . And my Lettering Collection!
A6 I'm thinking of starting a semi-weekly film club at my place. You're all invited.
What movies are you thinking of watching?
I spent all of Friday playing w that app!
I get visions of Faye Dunaway as Joan Crawford every time this comes up
say yes when it with Martha
it's the little things, right?
A6 I also want to learn how to play Korean Go. Anyone know how?
That could have turned ugly! Good thing we love each other!
I didn't know there were different Go games. Must research more.
I dunno. Stuff I love but haven't seen in a looooong time. Wes Anderson, Coen Bros?
No, Yes. Have you heard of Bruce Willis, though?
half training=another full-time job - you go, Jimmy!
He was in the Wes Anderson movie, Moonrise Kingdom. So good.
looks like the Go I know... but I'm not very good at it. That board is sweet
ooh, impressive - those are summer books for me. Too long for school year
A7: not that I can think of.....
A7 No Spring Break stories, but I always *love* running into Ss at the local water park (sarcasm font).
awww! We shoulda GHO and collaborated! Next time!
Q5: I plan to work on my Pinterest boards and edit my website during spring break.
My then gf (another T) & I ran into S at Legoland. He's all, "What are YOU doing here?" Didn't bat an eye at us being together.
PT Anderson is the only Anderson
Try living in theme park central where all the parents work there.... https://t.co/dGQf32YziO
A7 No Spring Break stories, but I always *love* running into Ss at the local water park (sarcasm font).
Twitter says the RocketBook account is suspended. Hmm...wonder why.
Q7: I was at & a Ss went up to me, stood there, and stared at me until I noticed him. 😂
ummm... We are on a field trip, kid
I will be moving to your neck of the woods when I retire so I can work there too!
I could possibly have the wrong twitter handle...it's a kickstart product, I believe. . https://t.co/rUP8r8g0yQ
Twitter says the RocketBook account is suspended. Hmm...wonder why.
my first day student teaching I was introducing myself to a S, he asked "so where will you sleep?"
well, it's a well-known fact that teachers travel in packs... like gazelles
Been there, done that... https://t.co/tHqbU35haw
I will be moving to your neck of the woods when I retire so I can work there too!
