#dojochat Archive

ClassDojo's official educational chat that covers a variety of subjects, focusing mainly on improving classroom community.

Wednesday May 9, 2018
7:00 PM EDT

  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:00 PM EDT
    It's #dojochat time! πŸŽ‰We truly appreciate you all ❀️ Take it away @smithstrcs πŸ™Œ
  • MrsASoto May 9 @ 7:00 PM EDT
    Amy Soto, Gifted Specialist from Georgia teaching K-5 #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:01 PM EDT
  • I_teach_Pandas May 9 @ 7:01 PM EDT
    #dojochat I'm ready!
  • MrsASoto May 9 @ 7:01 PM EDT
    I'm so looking forward to traveling this summer! Our plans are to go to GERMANY, top of my Bucket List! #dojochat
  • CaitClassDojo May 9 @ 7:01 PM EDT
    Caitlin here with ClassDojo, missing my teaching days... especially summers "off" < LOL summer's off #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    I'm Stephanie, current Technology Coach, former 4th grade teacher & @ClassDojo ambassador. I'm SO looking forward to presenting at #ISTE18 this year with my BFF @mylifeasatechie! #DojoChat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    It's SO beautiful there! #DojoChat
    In reply to @MrsASoto
  • I_teach_Pandas May 9 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    #dojochat Jessica from Florida, special education teacher, I'm looking forward to the beach
  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    YES #ISTE18!!! πŸŽ‰ If anyone else is going, don't forget to come see us! https://t.co/x8jDGBL1Fj #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    I just registered! #DojoChat
  • MrWasyliw May 9 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Derek Wasyliw, Teacher/Graduate Student in Montreal, Quebec. Looking forward to connecting & building my PLN. Excited to spend time with friends and family at the lake this summer #DojoChat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Make sure you follow the Q1/A1 format and don't forget to add the hashtag #DojoChat to your tweets! Question 1 is coming up in 1 minute!
  • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    #dojochat is happening. I’m almost there.
  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Welcome Derek! The teachers who join #dojochat make this a pretty awesome #PLN if we may say so ourselves πŸ˜‰
    In reply to @MrWasyliw
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:06 PM EDT
  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Q1 is up, join us for #dojochat (highlight of our week πŸ™Œ) #dojochat
  • Dale_Chu May 9 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    HAPPENING NOW: @smithstrcs hosting a chat on teacher appreciation. Follow along at #dojochat! @ClassDojo
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    A1 I remember my parents buying gifts for my teachers & I would deliver them with a hug. My parents were teachers, too, but I don't remember them making a big deal about TA Week... weird? #DojoChat
  • MrsASoto May 9 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    A1 Since I come from a FAMILY of teachers, we always made sure to take GOOD care of all our teachers with cards, gift cards, and small tokens of appreciation. #dojochat
  • MsVanWyk5th May 9 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    5th teacher in Berwyn, IL tuning in #dojochat
  • CaitClassDojo May 9 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    A1 I remember giving my teacher homemade caramels, but can't remember much more. Hopefully my parents helped me celebrate my teacher as I don't know how much they appreciated my crayola creations I did on my own LOL #dojochat
  • I_teach_Pandas May 9 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    #dojochat A1: drew pictures, candles, and my Nana would bake her famous brownies
  • MsVanWyk5th May 9 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    Q1: I remember my sisters and I going to local stores, looking for things our teachers love. 5th yeah loved the beach & we got her a glass fish mobile I still love 😍 #dojochat
  • CaitClassDojo May 9 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    A1 I do remember one year I re-gifted a vintage jewelry box my grandma gave me. LOL, I don't think my parents were happy with me but I REALLY liked Mrs. Owens, she was the best! #dojochat
  • austin_maas May 9 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    I, unfortunately, was not the kind of student to do anything or bring anything in to class for my teachers. I did bring coffee for a high school teacher a few times thought. #dojochat
    In reply to @ClassDojo
  • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    #dojochat. Aaron Wallace Special Education Interventionist LaVergne Lake Elementary. This summer I am taking classes and holding a new nephew coming in early July.
  • CaitClassDojo May 9 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    My sister-in-law is currently a HS teacher, so even THAT is huge! Trust me #dojochat
    • austin_maas May 9 @ 7:09 PM EDT
      I, unfortunately, was not the kind of student to do anything or bring anything in to class for my teachers. I did bring coffee for a high school teacher a few times thought. #dojochat
      In reply to @ClassDojo
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    Question 2 is on it's way! #DojoChat
  • arenaABC May 9 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    A1: Hey hey! Jumping in late... I don't remember doing anything for teacher appreciation week. My Ps moved here from Romania when I was 2 & with no technology & language barrier they were probably unaware of the tradition. #dojochat #immigrantproblems
  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    Whoa Romania, that's cool, love learning things like this about you guys #dojofam #dojochat ❀️
    In reply to @arenaABC
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:12 PM EDT
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    Glad you're liking Twitter chats! We should get more people from #RCSTechChat on board! #DojoChat
    • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:10 PM EDT
      #dojochat. Aaron Wallace Special Education Interventionist LaVergne Lake Elementary. This summer I am taking classes and holding a new nephew coming in early July.
  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    Q2 is up, time to make everyone else jealous πŸ˜‰ #dojochat
  • MrWasyliw May 9 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    A1) Wasn't big on personal gifts but I'd be surprised if my parents didn't gift my former teachers with something similar to this #DojoChat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    A2 I'm at 2 schools, so we've had breakfast, candy bars, jeans passes, Italian lunch, taco bars, and this morning I got a bunt cake from a local delicious bakery! YUM!! #DojoChat #ThisTeacherIsGettingFatThisWeek
  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    Welcome Aaron! So exciting that you're welcoming a nephew soon!!! May we suggest the name Mojo πŸ˜‰ #dojochat
    In reply to @AaronWa47156424
  • MrsASoto May 9 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    A2 We celebrate earlier in the year since the end of year is so crazy busy. Our PTSA does an amazing job of celebrating our fantastic teachers with special events each day of the week! #dojochat
  • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    A1 #dojochat I remember in second grade helping my teacher clean up get room and organize packing up for the summer... fast forward still enjoy organizing others but struggle with my own.
  • CaitClassDojo May 9 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    Please tell me this is adorable little young you! 😍 #dojochat
    In reply to @MrWasyliw
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    PS - That lemon bund cake was DELICIOUS! #AndNowItsGone #GetInMyBelly #DojoChat
  • arenaABC May 9 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    Yes, Romania home of vampires! πŸ˜‹ #dojochat
    In reply to @ClassDojo
  • I_teach_Pandas May 9 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    #dojochat A2: we have had lunch provided for us all week, we got flowers from @Lowes, we had a luncheon with a raffle. And the @KONAICE truck came.
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    Did anyone else get the teacher appreciation BOGO deal at @chipotle yesterday? #DojoChat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    I LOVE THE KONA ICE TRUCK!!! #DojoChat
    In reply to @I_teach_Pandas, @Lowes, @KONAICE
  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    @Chipotle knows what's up πŸ˜‰ #teacherlife #dojochat
  • MsVanWyk5th May 9 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    A2: YOU GUYS. Our PTA hosts a themed luncheon for us. Mardi Gras complete with raffle, beads, and King Cake. Good thing I started the Whole 30 on Monday πŸ˜©πŸ™ƒ #dojochat
  • CaitClassDojo May 9 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    BAHHAHAHA that happened to me last time too! Like I was deep into 21 Day Fix and they were like "here's cake, and donuts, and on and on"!!! #dojochat
    In reply to @MsVanWyk5th
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    Duuuuuuude....that's rough! #DojoChat
    In reply to @CaitClassDojo, @MsVanWyk5th
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    Question 3 coming right up! #DojoChat
  • arenaABC May 9 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    A2: We got a hot breakfast and lunch from PTO and cookies from @AAEteachers ! #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    Nice! Those cookies look amazing! #DojoChat
    In reply to @arenaABC, @AAEteachers
  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    Whoa, these are impressive! 😍 Side note, I am now hungry... #dojochat
    In reply to @arenaABC, @AAEteachers
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:18 PM EDT
  • arenaABC May 9 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    Yeah I was joking today that it's "fatten your teacher up" week. Sooo many goodies I can't help myself πŸ˜› #dojochat
    In reply to @CaitClassDojo, @MsVanWyk5th
  • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    A2 #dojochat. This year the kids and parents are bringing in breakfast for the teachers. Two grade levels each day. Then our principal is having lunch for us tomorrow.
  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    Q3 Double Dojo points if that teacher is on Twitter and you tag them!!! #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    What are you having?! I may come over! lol #DojoChat
    In reply to @AaronWa47156424
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    A3 My parents and their teacher friends were my biggest inspiration! I spent so much time at school that I honestly didn't know how to or have interest in doing anything else. #DojoChat
  • varkgirl May 9 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    Late to #dojochat! A2: We got a candy bar Monday, BBQ lunch yesterday, a paw print pin today (yearly gift - always a different one), Nacho bar tomorrow, and an unknown gift on Friday.
  • CaitClassDojo May 9 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    A3 I have so many teachers to thank for helping me become who I am today. How long is this chat!? LOL #dojochat
  • arenaABC May 9 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    A2 Oh and how could I forget to mention we got a $10 @amazon gift card. Teachers love their amazon! #dojochat
  • I_teach_Pandas May 9 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    #dojochat A3: @KtBkr4 was my 9th grade English teacher. Every year after that she let me be in her room for study hall. She gave m8ne muy first glimpse into the ins and outs of teaching.
  • MsVanWyk5th May 9 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    A3: @JustJantz always looks for the reason behind a S's behavior meanwhile I'm flailing and past my calm point. She puts it back into perspective. #dojochat
  • arenaABC May 9 @ 7:22 PM EDT
    A3: Mrs Riley, 5th grade. Really saw my potential and made me feel special. She also knew how to spice up a dry social studies lesson. #dojochat
  • KtBkr4 May 9 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    You make my proud every day! I love seeing the teacher you've become! #dojochat #TeacherAppreciationWeek
    In reply to @I_teach_Pandas
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    Question 4 will be here soon! #DojoChat
  • MrsASoto May 9 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    A3 As a kid, it was my first grade teacher, Mrs. Hines. As an adult, I admire those teachers who inspire me daily to be the best I can be..Nicole Harrison, @colleencauffiel @Varghesedrenav @DunawayStudios #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:24 PM EDT
  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    OMG you two are adorable... ❀️ #dojochat #shoutout
  • I_teach_Pandas May 9 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    This is why your my #dojochat #favoriteteacher
    In reply to @KtBkr4
  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    Q4 is up, tell us how you REALLY feel #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    A4 I, personally, feel appreciated at my 2 schools. However, I think teaching as a profession is very underappreciated. Many people don't realize the time, effort, and energy it takes to fulfill the demands placed on us. #DojoChat
  • MrsASoto May 9 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    A4 The highest compliment of all is the appreciation I receive from my students each day. Those hugs & high fives are the BEST form of appreciation I can get! #dojochat
  • varkgirl May 9 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    A4 Yes, much moreso than my previous school. #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    Isn't it nice when that happens!? #DojoChat
    In reply to @varkgirl
  • MsVanWyk5th May 9 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    A4: toughy. Yes and no. Yes 80% of the time by ppl in school. I feel parents are more ambivalent than appreciative & are more likely to speak up when upset vs happy. Very little from Ss most days. Coming home defeated makes me no no fulfilled. #dojochat
  • arenaABC May 9 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    A4: YES! I have great parents who send me notes of appreciation, I love everyone that I work with and my kids seem to generally appreciate me...or they will when they go to first grade and wish they were back in K #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    It's a super tough job! Teachers are the strongest people I know! #DojoChat
    In reply to @MsVanWyk5th
  • treeblackman May 9 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    #dojochat A4: I feel super appreciated today! I was given an awesome thank you gift and several reassuring words from parents. I wish that more parents would communicate efficiently.
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    We're at the halfway mark! Question 5 is next! #DojoChat
  • I_teach_Pandas May 9 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    #dojochat A4: I feel appreciated by my students' parents. My kids have been a little off the wall lately, but we're down to 10 days of school so it's expected, lol
  • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    A3 #dojochat My art teacher in high school Mrs. Baker. Would stop class for a @ChannelOneNews conversation to share her love and concern for us and have the difficult conversations we needed to hear from an adult that cared about and to let us share what was on our hearts
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    Haha! I feel ya! #DojoChat
    In reply to @I_teach_Pandas
  • arenaABC May 9 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    It really is...hang in there @msvanwyk5th! And you are making a difference! This time of year is especially hard...spring fever/summer mode is kicking in overdrive. #dojochat
    In reply to @smithstrcs, @MsVanWyk5th, @MsVanWyk5th
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:30 PM EDT
  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    Q5 is up! #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    Shout out to Mrs. Baker! You are an awesome teacher who really made an impact! #DojoChat
    • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:29 PM EDT
      A3 #dojochat My art teacher in high school Mrs. Baker. Would stop class for a @ChannelOneNews conversation to share her love and concern for us and have the difficult conversations we needed to hear from an adult that cared about and to let us share what was on our hearts
  • treeblackman May 9 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    #dojochat A2: this week has been great! Jeans and flip flops, special lunches... I was even given a director's chair!!
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    A5 I would certainly feel more appreciated if law makers would involve us more. Ask US about how to make improvements in our schools. Ask US how we assess our students. After all, WE are the ones living it every day - they aren't. #DojoChat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    Ohhhhhhh, I want jeans! #DojoChat
    In reply to @treeblackman
  • MsVanWyk5th May 9 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    A5: More interactions with teachers and administrators in a non-evaluative way. Just seeing other Ts in the hallway or visiting other classrooms. #dojochat
  • MrsASoto May 9 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    A5 I would LOVE to have complimentary massages to relieve the stress of the day. LOL! #dojochat
  • I_teach_Pandas May 9 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    #dojochat A5: coffee & resources for my students that aren't just leftovers from Gen Ed.
  • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    A4 I do feel appreciated by my students and colleagues. We help each other and support one another. My students even though test the waters here towards the end know that my room is a safe place for them. #dojochat
  • KristinOropeza May 9 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    A little late to the game because of traffic but I’m Kristin from Southern California! #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    Welcome! Better late than never! #DojoChat
    In reply to @KristinOropeza
  • treeblackman May 9 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    Every week #dojochat is during bedtime! Haha sorry I'm all over the place!
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    Question 6 makes it's debut in 1 minute! #DojoChat
  • I_teach_Pandas May 9 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    Jealous! #dojochat
    In reply to @treeblackman
  • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    When I taught pre-k one of my kids walked back to my room after the second day because he needed a rest time and Kindergarten wasn’t offering them. #dojochat #kindergartencop #naptime
    In reply to @arenaABC
  • arenaABC May 9 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    A5: I would feel more appreciated if law makers appropriated more funds for education... more Ts for smaller class sizes and counselors to aide with social-emotional issues. #dojochat
  • KristinOropeza May 9 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    A1: I remember bringing them flowers and cards - I was a big card writer. Drawing them pictures. As I got older, it was more gift cards and things like that. #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:36 PM EDT
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    YES! Those SEL issues desperately need to be addressed! Good thing we have the BigIdeas series from @ClassDojo to help us out! #DojoChat
    In reply to @arenaABC, @ClassDojo
  • robinwellshick1 May 9 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    A4 Available/capable subs, easy scheduling of time off, no side eye when life happens and I have to leave, mental health days that are not granted with discomfort and a paycheck that arrives, timely, are all I need . Got that so I am good #dojochat
  • treeblackman May 9 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    #dojochat A5: being allowed to do what is best for my kids! Stop with mandatory lesson plans! Haha I'd love the freedom to make it work!
  • arenaABC May 9 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    Aww yes! There is no rest time in K *~welcome to the real world~* haha in Sept. I have many Ss who fall asleep in the afternoon. I let them nap #dojochat
    In reply to @AaronWa47156424
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    A6 I always felt most appreciated when the "thank yous" and sweet notes came randomly and genuinely. We should appreciate teachers year round - not just one week a year! #DojoChat
  • KristinOropeza May 9 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    A2: Our PTA asked students to bring in something special for their teacher each day this week. Today was β€œchips” day - so I have about 10 on my desk right now. #dojochat
  • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    A5 #dojochat I know our careers are a calling and a passion, it would be amazing if the government paid us what others with Bachelors, Masters, and Doctorate Degrees are making in the world. Or job security.
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    #agreed! #DojoChat
    • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:37 PM EDT
      A5 #dojochat I know our careers are a calling and a passion, it would be amazing if the government paid us what others with Bachelors, Masters, and Doctorate Degrees are making in the world. Or job security.
  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    Whoops, we missed Q6, so many tweets to read (love engaging chats!) #dojochat
  • I_teach_Pandas May 9 @ 7:40 PM EDT
    #dojochat A6: I had a parent tell me that her son hated school until I became his teacher and my AP wrote this in the comments of my evaluation.
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    Question 7 is rounding the corner! #DojoChat
  • jellison23 May 9 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    Crashing in at the last minute!!! Where my dojopeeps? #dojochat
  • KristinOropeza May 9 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    A3: My third grade teacher, Mrs. Ricci, has really influenced my teaching practices today. She was tough and firm...but she did things that I have incorporated into my own teaching routines like reading Roald Dahl books to my kiddos and studying artists. #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    THAT is awesome! You rock! #DojoChat
    In reply to @I_teach_Pandas
  • arenaABC May 9 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    A6: I mean there's no one grand gesture....it's all the little things. The positive comments on class stories, the notes from my kids, the thank yous from parents during conferences, the shoutouts from admin for a job well done. All of those small things boosts morale #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    Heeeeeeeeyyyyy twin! #DojoChat
    In reply to @jellison23
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:42 PM EDT
  • MsVanWyk5th May 9 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    A6: Getting just a short note from a teacher, administrator, and once from the superintendent for seeing something they were proud of in my classroom. #dojochat it doesn't have to be Starbucks $ and fancy Pinterest gifts
  • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    A6 I have felt most appreciated in my career when my administrators realized how passionate dedicated and loyal I am to my job school and students. When I get positive notes or emails just saying I am seeing good things or hearing good things from your colleagues. #dojochat
  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    Q7 #dojochat
  • robinwellshick1 May 9 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    Q6 I am not sure appreciation covers it. I rather feel effective . #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    A7 I have always enjoyed a good gift card to Starbucks or a restaurant I love! #DojoChat
  • CaitClassDojo May 9 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    A7 My first class bought me a pizza stone so I could make pizza with my then BF, was so thoughtful and I've used it SO much #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    Ohhh, that's a GOOD gift! #DojoChat
    In reply to @CaitClassDojo
  • KristinOropeza May 9 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    A4: I feel under-appreciated at times by the people who really matter in our school system. When you go above and beyond, it’s nice just to have a β€œGreat Job!” thrown your way every once in a while. #dojochat
  • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    My teacher read Roald Dahl to us in school too. The Twits and Matilda and James and the Giant Peach. A chapter a day everyday after lunch. #dojochat
    In reply to @KristinOropeza
  • CaitClassDojo May 9 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    Right!? I love a gift I ACTUALLY use! Plus, now I think of those kiddos every time I'm crafting a pizza πŸ˜‰#dojochat
    In reply to @smithstrcs
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    MUCH better than smelly lotion! #DojoChat
    In reply to @CaitClassDojo
  • jellison23 May 9 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    A6 I feel the love when I watch real learning. I mean, I don’t really need any more mugs. Unless it is a #mojomug #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    I definitely need a #mojomug. @CaitClassDojo - get on that! lol #DojoChat
    In reply to @jellison23, @CaitClassDojo
  • MsVanWyk5th May 9 @ 7:46 PM EDT
    A7: last year, a parent made a sign that appeared on my door that said, "Ms. Van Wyk teaches muggles to study like Granger, protect like Weasley, and live like Potter." Sweetest thing for my #harrypotter classroom #dojochat
  • arenaABC May 9 @ 7:46 PM EDT
    A6: I got a really nice beach bag and two giant beach towels and a coffee mug with my name on it my Ss know I love personalized things. #dojochat
  • I_teach_Pandas May 9 @ 7:46 PM EDT
    #dojochat A7: two years ago a parent brought me bags of stuff including a panda mug, pillow and shirt. The greatest non-physical gift was I had a student who I taught in middle school come to my class and hug me every day and tell me I was his "best nerdiest teacher ever"
  • jellison23 May 9 @ 7:46 PM EDT
    One of my former freshman students (who may or may not now be 30) sent me the sweetest note on FB yesterday #sheremembered #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    Question 8 won't be late! lol #DojoChat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    THAT's my FAVORITE! #ILoveItWhenTheyComeBack #DojoChat
    In reply to @jellison23
  • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    #dojochat we are doing a form of this next year #ronclark
    In reply to @lindsayhelman, @ClassDojo
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:48 PM EDT
  • KristinOropeza May 9 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    A5: The million dollar question! How about just letting us be professionals? Don’t question are β€œteacher judgement.” Buy us a cup of coffee every once in a while? Really...small gestures go a LONG way. #dojochat
  • treeblackman May 9 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    #dojochat A7: I got it today! Lol I've always wanted a director's chair in my room. Another favorite was a tower made of kitkat bars, doritos, and cheetos! πŸ˜‚
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    A8 I have tried to take time this week to make sure my teachers know I appreciate them by telling them so. Sometimes recognition for a job well done is just what they need! #DojoChat
  • jellison23 May 9 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    A7 well, @HamiltonMusical tickets would be nice but . . . #reality #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:50 PM EDT
    Did you see the tweet I tagged you in to win Hamilton tickets during #ISTE18? #DojoChat
    In reply to @jellison23, @HamiltonMusical
  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:50 PM EDT
    Q8 is up! #dojochat
  • treeblackman May 9 @ 7:50 PM EDT
    #DojoChat A8: I've had a blast showering my son's daycare teachers... they get ignored! This is my favorite thing we've done this week...
  • jellison23 May 9 @ 7:50 PM EDT
    A8 telling them that they are doing a good job by recognizing their strengths #kindmorecriticizeless #dojochat
  • I_teach_Pandas May 9 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    #dojochat A8: I plan on bringing them something later this week. Shhhh, it's a surprise.
  • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    A6. #dojochat #gonoodle @GoNoodle nd my district sent my class a set of playground balls and equipment for winning a workout challenge in the district. I won a gonoodle lanyard and it is like gold. Everyone wants one.
  • MsVanWyk5th May 9 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    A8: I haven't! I have gotten caught up in my own class needs. I'm thinking appreciation notes, πŸ€” #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    You're getting them all DOGS?!?! #DojoChat
  • KristinOropeza May 9 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    A6: I love having parents come up to me and share the successes their students are having at home. It validates my work in the classroom and that makes me a very happy teacher. #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    I also happen to be a @GoNoodle ambassador, so if you ever need anything, let me know! I can definitely get you in touch with the right people! #DojoChat
    In reply to @AaronWa47156424, @GoNoodle, @GoNoodle
  • jellison23 May 9 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    Also, there should be a team teacher exchange. I teach at a high poverty school. Gifts are few but deeply heartfelt, but you fancy school teachers can throw a chocolate bar my way #sharethelove #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    Final question of the night for #DojoChat is coming up in one minute! You guys have been awesome tonight and I appreciate each and every one of you!!!!
  • I_teach_Pandas May 9 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    #dojochat, lol i wish! No probably something edible
    In reply to @smithstrcs
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    @jellison23 Here ya go! #DojoChat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:54 PM EDT
  • arenaABC May 9 @ 7:54 PM EDT
    A8 I send "love" notes to teachers and include fun stickers. Bonus! I always have my Ks deliver the notes to add to the cuteness factor #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:54 PM EDT
    Cuteness factor works every. single. time! #DojoChat
    In reply to @arenaABC
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    A9 @jellison23, @mylifeasatechie, @Tibbstechcoach, @LauraTywater, @gingrasl, @jdenisegarrett You are all AMAZING educators and I appreciate YOU!!! #DojoChat
  • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    Like in bridesmaids #dojochat
    In reply to @smithstrcs
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    Hahahaha! I love that movie! #DojoChat
    In reply to @AaronWa47156424
  • treeblackman May 9 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    #DojoChat A9: @TeamBorders @MrsCervetti you are amazing teachers!! Thanks for sharing your strengths with others! You are so appreciated!
  • AaronWa47156424 May 9 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    What I want to be one of those!!! #dojochat
    In reply to @smithstrcs, @GoNoodle
  • arenaABC May 9 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    @chellsea_lynn @MsMol03 πŸ€©πŸ’• #dojochat
    In reply to @smithstrcs, @chellsea_lynn, @MsMol03
  • jellison23 May 9 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    @smithstrcs is the BOMB! She supports students AND nerds like me! #dojochat she can help you level up
  • CaitClassDojo May 9 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    TOO MANY TO TAG!!! But here we go... You're appreciated ❀️ @smithstrcs @I_teach_Pandas @mrshaskell213 @HiMsKelly @JessicaDjuric @jellison23 and the rest of the #dojofam #TeacherAppreciationWeek #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    They'll send out a call to apply in the next few months I'm sure. @GoNoodleTaylor can you confirm a timeline for ambassador apps? #DojoChat
    In reply to @AaronWa47156424, @GoNoodle, @GoNoodleTaylor
  • I_teach_Pandas May 9 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    #dojochat A8: @treeblackman I love that you get my humor @smithstrcs I love that you love my gifs #dojosquad you all rock
  • jellison23 May 9 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    I wanna tag #mojo and his whole AWESOME team!! @CaitClassDojo @jenna_kleine @mklamba #dojochat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    Don't forget @samchaudhary_ & @liamdon! #DojoChat
  • smithstrcs May 9 @ 7:59 PM EDT
  • ClassDojo - Moderator May 9 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    A wonderful chat as usual in honor of #TeacherAppreciationWeek πŸ™ŒThank you @smithstrcs and thank you to all the amazing educators we know doing AMAZING things each and everyday in classrooms all around the world. ❀️ #dojochat
  • KristinOropeza May 9 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    A7: Ah! So hard...again, seeing my students succeed. Having them recognize their hard work has paid off...that they get a new and challenging concept. #dojochat