#2PencilChat Archive | Participate

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:00 PM EDT

Welcome to the #2PencilChat! You don't have to be a Twin Peaks fan to participate tonight, but that's where MY jumping off point was. :)

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kathyiwanicki Sep 5 @ 7:01 PM EDT

Good Evening Friends! Kathy from CT..I didn't even know it was a show..wasn't it in the early 90s? #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:01 PM EDT

iHola, #2PencilChat! Sean in St. Augustine here, formerly 3rd grade, now your pal at Buncee. Totally in the bag for #TwinPeaks. Cooper.

itsmeSpiri Sep 5 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Hello #2pencilchat friends, Spiri from PA, but my hearts in Houston & Florida, praying for everyone's safety 🙏🏼🙏🏼

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Hi Kathy! They had an 18 hour series that just concluded on Showtime. Dark, strange, and silly, it was! #2PencilChat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Hey #2pencilchat peeps! Happy short week. Pam, Charleston, SC. Sped Tech Int. Specialist.

Bookbandwidth Sep 5 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Hola, mis amigos! Bienvenido! #2pencilchat

teresaamrizzo Sep 5 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Hello Teresa from Flagler :-) finally making it to a chat after a very crazy August! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Hey Spiri! Welcome & thank you, could Irma just please fizzle? #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Ahoy Pam! #2PencilChat

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kathyiwanicki Sep 5 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Yes! Ugh! #2pencilchat

itsmeSpiri Sep 5 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Hello #2pencilchat friends, Spiri from PA, but my hearts in Houston & Florida, praying for everyone's safety 🙏🏼🙏🏼

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Bon soir, Katie! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 According to several sources on the show, we are all living in a dream. Have you ever woken up from a bizarre teacher dream? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Heyyyyy Teresa! Good to see you! #2PencilChat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:04 PM EDT

I know, right?! #2PencilChat Hopefully you guys will be safe from our looming storms!

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teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Teresa, MS Literacy Teacher. Reading and tweeting. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Ciao, La Tigra! How goes it? #2PencilChat

myassignment Sep 5 @ 7:05 PM EDT

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kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Hey, hey #2PencilChat! Michelle, Media Specialist here!

teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:05 PM EDT

A1: I have, but can't say now what it was. Usually I just dream that my alarm didn't go off and I am late. #2PencilChat

specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:05 PM EDT

A2: That's a silly question. Am I the only one that has one at least once a week? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 According to several sources on the show, we are all living in a dream. Have you ever woken up from a bizarre teacher dream? #2PencilChat

Bookbandwidth Sep 5 @ 7:05 PM EDT

A1: I always dream I am getting in trouble. But also that could be reality... #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 According to several sources on the show, we are all living in a dream. Have you ever woken up from a bizarre teacher dream? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Spam means we're connecting! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Heyyyy Michelle! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Ha! #2PencilChat

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seanmarnold Sep 5 @ 7:06 PM EDT

A1Dreamed I had unlimited resources, support, and encouragement-the students were alll becoming kind geniuses-hard to wake up #2PencilChat

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kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:06 PM EDT

A1. Bizarre teacher dream: teaching in a restaurant I worked in while in high school--and waiting tables at the same time! #2PencilChat

specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Keeping it together. Can't complain. Porch sitting & Twitter chatting now. All is well. ;) #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:07 PM EDT

A1 My school dreams are always about missed deadlines. #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:07 PM EDT

A1 it is like we are in the world with Bizzaro #2PencilChat

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kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:07 PM EDT

Hey, Sean! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:07 PM EDT

Nice dream! #2PencilChat

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kathyiwanicki Sep 5 @ 7:07 PM EDT

I tend to block out all of my school dreams. I know I have them but for the life of me, I can't remember. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:07 PM EDT

Well then, Irene is the PERFECT gif! #2PencilChat

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nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:07 PM EDT

A1 every Thursday #2PencilChat

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itsmeSpiri Sep 5 @ 7:07 PM EDT

I just read an article that said it could be a Cat 6, totally unheard of! #2pencilchat

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teresaamrizzo Sep 5 @ 7:08 PM EDT

A1 Oh!! Leaving students in the bathroom after I have left school for the day. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:08 PM EDT

This gif! #2PencilChat

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nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:08 PM EDT

This is sooooo incorrect #2PencilChat

AssignmentHelpN Sep 5 @ 7:05 PM EDT

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:08 PM EDT

(I clicked Like, but I don't like...) #2PencilChat

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Bookbandwidth Sep 5 @ 7:08 PM EDT

I had a dream I was sipping' whiskey neat... oh no wait. That was Selena Gomez #2pencilchat

kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:09 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:09 PM EDT

Oh no! And then you wake up and wonder if it was real... #2PencilChat

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cesca_buncee Sep 5 @ 7:09 PM EDT

A1: Cesca from Buncee here! No weird teaching dreams, but last night I dreamt I had a koi fish! #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:09 PM EDT

Yes I am responding to a twitter bot #2pencilchat

nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:08 PM EDT
This is sooooo incorrect #2PencilChat
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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:10 PM EDT

Mine last week was being told I wasn't pulling my weight by a coworker -setting: a high school, then a mall, back HS. ;) #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:10 PM EDT

Hey Cesca! Thanks for coming! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:10 PM EDT

I would expect nothing less... #2PencilChat

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nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:10 PM EDT

What if you can't wake because it is real #2pencilchat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:10 PM EDT

Also, easy dream to make come true! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:11 PM EDT

That is so Twin Peaks... #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:11 PM EDT

I love how time jumps in dreams, but you don't notice it at the time. #2PencilChat

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nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:12 PM EDT

This is sooooooo twin peaks #2PencilChat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:12 PM EDT

I'm never in high school or malls, so not sure where it came from. ;) #2PencilChat

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killyalison Sep 5 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Alison Killy Greenville NC 8th Grade ELA #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Places of anxiety past? #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:13 PM EDT

Welcome, Alison! #2PencilChat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:13 PM EDT

Confession... I don't think I've ever watched Twin Peaks. #2PencilChat

kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:13 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

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itsmeSpiri Sep 5 @ 7:13 PM EDT

A1) Yup, Dreams on losing a S or can't find Ss, Ss camping & lost in woods, ugh #2pencilchat

killyalison Sep 5 @ 7:13 PM EDT

I always have nightmares about a school I used to work at. Usually there is a leak in the ceiling #2PencilChat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:13 PM EDT

Psychologically, that makes sense! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:13 PM EDT

It's okay, I don't think it's for everyone. That's why there are so many things, so we each get something. #2PencilChat

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Bookbandwidth Sep 5 @ 7:13 PM EDT

I know I haven't #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:14 PM EDT

Q2 Silliness on Twin Peaks balances out some pretty heavy darkness. How can you use silliness to balance classroom seriousness? #2PencilChat

cesca_buncee Sep 5 @ 7:14 PM EDT

Potateye! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:14 PM EDT

There's a sad school! #2PencilChat

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kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:14 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

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kathyiwanicki Sep 5 @ 7:14 PM EDT

A2. Last year I would put on @gonoodle to break the stress. Sometimes I would make them do it twice bc it was so silly. #2pencilchat

itsmeSpiri Sep 5 @ 7:15 PM EDT

Pls, pls pls be safe! ❤️#2pencilchat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:15 PM EDT

I honestly think it was on at the same time as one of my favs. You know, before Netflix binge watching & DVR. #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:15 PM EDT

Diane is one scary child! #2PencilChat

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nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2 you mean like this? #2PencilChat

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Bookbandwidth Sep 5 @ 7:15 PM EDT

I also have the naked dream a lot. I'm never embarrassed. Just worried about getting in trouble. Again #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:15 PM EDT

Somethin' like that. #2PencilChat

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kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A2. Silly movement videos definitely help! @GoNoodle #2PencilChat https://t.co/lRGOa4N73j

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A2 I always had to learn to let the heavy breathe a little before bringing in silliness, otherwise it's forced and awful! #2PencilChat

Bookbandwidth Sep 5 @ 7:16 PM EDT

Is that a metaphor? #2PencilChat

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kathyiwanicki Sep 5 @ 7:16 PM EDT

Totally my answer as well. Lol #2pencilchat

In reply to @kmichellehowell, @GoNoodle

nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A2 or maybe you prefer this one #2PencilChat

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teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A2: I sent my 8th graders on a scavenger hunt today. They were running all over! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:17 PM EDT

A2 I made up a lot of names, played with identities, and made up funny lies about and for my students. #2PencilChat

teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:17 PM EDT

A2: Who wouldn't want to play with Lucy? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:18 PM EDT

A2 Anything that doesn't mandate seriousness was fair game to be ridiculous! #2PencilChat

teresaamrizzo Sep 5 @ 7:18 PM EDT

A2 When Ss arent focused, I usually cheer loudly or throw myself on the floor when a Ss answers correctly, fixes the problem #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:18 PM EDT

Jerks, that's who! I want to play with Lucy! #2PencilChat

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teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:18 PM EDT

A2: Watching Ss build projects. #launchbook #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:18 PM EDT

A2 and sometimes these would show up #2pencilchat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:18 PM EDT

Animation is so effective! #2PencilChat

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kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:19 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:19 PM EDT

Those are a WIN. #2PencilChat

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Bookbandwidth Sep 5 @ 7:19 PM EDT

A2: humor is so important. Balance is the key to happiness. Teaching requires theatrics. And I'm good at that #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:19 PM EDT

That's terrible! #2PencilChat

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teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:19 PM EDT

A2: Look at her. #2PencilChat

EDUcre8ive Sep 5 @ 7:20 PM EDT

John Kline from WeVideo for Schools. #2PencilChat

itsmeSpiri Sep 5 @ 7:20 PM EDT

A2) Love to sing songs & make up lyrics, Ss join in w/beat, some start dancing, then a few take over and pour some soul into it #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:20 PM EDT

See, and the Kristen Bell sloth gif makes ME swoon. #2PencilChat

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kathyiwanicki Sep 5 @ 7:20 PM EDT

We dapped today in class. Lol #2pencilchat

killyalison Sep 5 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q2: By laughing when a kid makes a joke or does something silly instead of getting bent out of shape about it. #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:21 PM EDT

That face. That body. They're begging to be cuddled! #2PencilChat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A2: Laughing, especially at ourselves. Being transparent about our weaknesses w/your S's can be the best relationship builder! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Welcome, John! #2PencilChat

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kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Love it! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:21 PM EDT

AMEN. A. MEN. #2PencilChat

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teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:21 PM EDT

She is a good cuddler! #2pencilchat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:22 PM EDT

Yesss! #2PencilChat

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Bookbandwidth Sep 5 @ 7:22 PM EDT

Lucy or Kristen Bell? #2PencilChat

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nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:22 PM EDT

You and me both. I have a Kristen Bell secret crush #2pencilchat

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teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:22 PM EDT

What's that? #2pencilchat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:22 PM EDT

Both? #2PencilChat

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kathyiwanicki Sep 5 @ 7:22 PM EDT

#2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:22 PM EDT

Going back to Veronica Mars! So good. #2PencilChat

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nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:23 PM EDT

Umm both #2pencilchat

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nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:23 PM EDT

Really good #2pencilchat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:23 PM EDT

Well, that's the best version of that! #2PencilChat

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nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:23 PM EDT

Just because #2pencilchat

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teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:23 PM EDT

OH BOY! #2pencilchat I wonder where this is headed?

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:24 PM EDT

Q3 Cherry Pie is a Twin Peaks trademark. What are some of the trademarks of your classroom? #2PencilChat

teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:25 PM EDT

Oh dabbing! #2pencilchat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:25 PM EDT

A3 A plethora of strange things to capture the imagination. Old TV tubes, vintage electronics, strange artwork, comfort. #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:25 PM EDT

I hold Kristen Bell in the opinion as Billy Zane. Here is your #momentofZane #2pencilchat

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Teachintjay Sep 5 @ 7:26 PM EDT

#2pencilchat A3: Terry dropping in. Hi. My cr trademarks..disco, old style manners, and hard work!

kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:26 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

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teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:26 PM EDT

I got sidetracked. Did I miss #3? #2pencilchat

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killyalison Sep 5 @ 7:26 PM EDT

A3: I feel like I am known for being kind of eccentric and so I guess my classroom is known for that #2PencilChat

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nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:27 PM EDT

A3 I ask my peeps out there. What is the Nathan trademark? #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:27 PM EDT

Hallo, Terry, welcome! I love disco mixed into the classroom! #2PencilChat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:27 PM EDT

A3: Don't have a classroom anymore, but when I did I always made treats for the S's on special occasions, especially holidays. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:24 PM EDT

Q3 Cherry Pie is a Twin Peaks trademark. What are some of the trademarks of your classroom? #2PencilChat

readrunteachVA Sep 5 @ 7:27 PM EDT

Oh man, is this a Twin Peaks themed edu chat?!??? #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:27 PM EDT

Good. That's as it should be! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:28 PM EDT

I want to be in your classroom. #2PencilChat

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teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:28 PM EDT

A3: I was told my room was "lit" today! LOL Student Centered. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Only loosely. But yes! #2PencilChat But we're not gonna talk about Judy. We're not gonna talk about Judy at all.

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nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:29 PM EDT

I know #2pencilchat #momentofZane

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kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:29 PM EDT

I missed Q3! Will someone RT? Please? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:29 PM EDT

And that's a win! #2PencilChat

teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:28 PM EDT

A3: I was told my room was "lit" today! LOL Student Centered. #2PencilChat

teresaamrizzo Sep 5 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A3 I call my class Rizzo Inc. and instill in the Ss we work hard as a team so we can play more later! #2PencilChat

readrunteachVA Sep 5 @ 7:29 PM EDT

I have yet to watch the new season.... But I will forgive spoilers! I've been slacking on starting it. #2PencilChat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:29 PM EDT

My fav was making gingerbread shaped sugar cookies so the S's could decorate their own. Took time, but so worth it! #2PencilChat

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Bookbandwidth Sep 5 @ 7:30 PM EDT

I think they did it on purpose. Make us think we are crazy... #TwinPeaks #2PencilChat

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readrunteachVA Sep 5 @ 7:30 PM EDT

Or was she on the original? I was terrible with keeping all the character names straight. #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:30 PM EDT

No spoilers tonight. I will say: Make sure to rewatch FWWM first. #2PencilChat

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teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:30 PM EDT

A3: #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:30 PM EDT

YUM! #2PencilChat

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nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:31 PM EDT

That is one of them #2PencilChat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Even my middle school kids liked hearing The Ginger Bread Baby being read as they ate their treats. :) #2PencilChat

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kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:31 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Well, sure! #2PencilChat

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kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:32 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:34 PM EDT

Q4 Garmonbozia (Pain and Sorrow) are another part of the Twin Peaks world. How do you help Ss to deal with their Garmonbozia? #2PencilChat

specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:35 PM EDT

I made real gingerbread one year, apparently no one really likes it. ;) Everyone likes sugar cookies. #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:35 PM EDT

A4 A lot of listening, and support. Giving their feelings breathing room before giving my thoughts. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:35 PM EDT

It was a fun place to be, more often than not. #2PencilChat

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Teachintjay Sep 5 @ 7:35 PM EDT

#2PencilChat A4: Bibliotherapy, extra time for meaningful chats, home visit if necessary.

killyalison Sep 5 @ 7:35 PM EDT

A4: by teaching them that we all have to deal with those kinds of things, but that those things do not define you. #2PencilChat

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kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:35 PM EDT

A4. Listen to the babies--it happened today & the kid came to me at the end of the day in a much better place. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:36 PM EDT

I'll take all of your gingerbread. All of it. #2PencilChat

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teresaamrizzo Sep 5 @ 7:36 PM EDT

A4 Lots of Hugs and listening ears!! #2PencilChat

specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:36 PM EDT

I may have to borrow your Twitter board idea. Love it! #2PencilChat

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teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:36 PM EDT

A4: Listen, give them my time, have snacks (seriously) #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Time is so important, and books can be road maps for kids (and adults). I never did a home visit for sadness. #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:37 PM EDT

I love this! #2PencilChat

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itsmeSpiri Sep 5 @ 7:37 PM EDT

4A) I still taught as I battled stage 3 cancer, had good days & bad, modeled how to focus on sth positive to carry me thru bad #2pencilchat

teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:37 PM EDT

Please do! If you like, follow us! @MsGrossLiteracy #2pencilchat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:37 PM EDT

I agree, but if you could have Moss on hand, it'll go even better... #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:37 PM EDT

Mmmmmmmmm #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:38 PM EDT

Goodness! I had no idea! And that is such a great way to lead by example, though I'm sorry you had the chance to... #2PencilChat

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kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:39 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:39 PM EDT

A4: Making sure they know you're listening or at least being there if they want to talk. T's Emotional intelligence is key! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:34 PM EDT

Q4 Garmonbozia (Pain and Sorrow) are another part of the Twin Peaks world. How do you help Ss to deal with their Garmonbozia? #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:39 PM EDT

A4 special handshakes and take time to listen to them. Also play a game at lunch #2pencilchat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:40 PM EDT

I could watch and listen to @RichardAyoade ALL DAY. I love Gadget Man, too.... #2PencilChat

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nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:40 PM EDT

Hey look a river of corn #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:34 PM EDT

Q4 Garmonbozia (Pain and Sorrow) are another part of the Twin Peaks world. How do you help Ss to deal with their Garmonbozia? #2PencilChat

specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:40 PM EDT

I thought kids ate it anyway, aren't we trying to break that habit? Lol! #2PencilChat

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kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:40 PM EDT

Me too! #2PencilChat

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kathyiwanicki Sep 5 @ 7:41 PM EDT

You are a rock star! Really! #2pencilchat

itsmeSpiri Sep 5 @ 7:37 PM EDT

4A) I still taught as I battled stage 3 cancer, had good days & bad, modeled how to focus on sth positive to carry me thru bad #2pencilchat

hargrove_edu Sep 5 @ 7:41 PM EDT

A3: Coca Cola from McDs (for me) and hopefully a class of Ss that are engaged and learning! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:41 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

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nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:42 PM EDT

A4 sorry I can answer this question anymore since I am engulfed in this river of corn image #2pencilchat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:42 PM EDT

I totally pictured you as al ego character playing at the lunch table w/S's. Apparently, I need to see a real picture. #2PencilChat

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teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:42 PM EDT

I love Diet Coke fountain drinks, gave them up, haven't had it in so long! #2pencilchat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:43 PM EDT

Good to know! #2PencilChat

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hargrove_edu Sep 5 @ 7:43 PM EDT

A2: Ridiculous anecdotes to lighten the mood and help Ss get to know me... helps when having tough conversations also #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:43 PM EDT

Is it just my internet that seems a little slow tonight? #2PencilChat

specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:43 PM EDT

Jinx. ;) #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q5 When you have a bad day & snap at your Ss, you can't blame it on your evil doppleganger. How do you make it up to them? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:44 PM EDT

I love ridiculous anecdotes! #2PencilChat

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nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:44 PM EDT

A real picture #2pencilchat

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hargrove_edu Sep 5 @ 7:44 PM EDT

You have got WAAAAAY more willpower than me! Hah kudos. I wish I could but I've been awful! #2PencilChat

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teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Mine does too actually. #2pencilchat

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kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:45 PM EDT

Just one more reason to admire you! #2PencilChat

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MrRussoRH Sep 5 @ 7:45 PM EDT

A4:help them to develop next step thinking, understand that there is a time to be upset, & a time to move on...& to know when. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:45 PM EDT

Right? Me too. I'm in no cupcake mode, but if a student brings one by, I totally forget about that! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:45 PM EDT

Phew! #2PencilChat And also rats!

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teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:45 PM EDT

A5: I admit it and apologize to them. #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:45 PM EDT

A5 on a side note we played a game of find your doppelgänger and most of us did at #ncties17 #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:45 PM EDT

Agreed! #2PencilChat

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kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A5. Own it and apologize ASAP! #2PencilChat

specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:46 PM EDT

Now that lunch table is at Hogwarts. Love the outfit. :) #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:46 PM EDT

COOOL! I hate playing that because I always think, "Wait, HE looks like me?" #2PencilChat

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Teachintjay Sep 5 @ 7:46 PM EDT

#2PencilChat A5: But it's always my evil doppelganger! Nah..usually apologize and explain what's going on when appropriate.

teresaamrizzo Sep 5 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A5 Be very honest, tell them I was wrong and apologize. I would want them to do them same. #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A5 I tell them we are all human. People mess up and it is how we move on that makes us great #2pencilchat

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killyalison Sep 5 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A5: I find junk food can help smooth over most situations. 😁#2PencilChat

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dasheffield23 Sep 5 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A5: I let them know that I am human. This surprises some Ss. I apologize and ask for forgiveness. #2pencilchat

nathan_stevens Sep 5 @ 7:47 PM EDT

That is a little red riding hood outfit #2pencilchat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:47 PM EDT

A5 I'm up front when I'm wrong, or not at my best. Meanwhile, when all is well, it helps to behave as cartoonishly evil. #2PencilChat

specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:47 PM EDT

You would have to be the coolest #tlap type teacher if you wore it at school! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:47 PM EDT

Perfect strategy! #2PencilChat

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MrRussoRH Sep 5 @ 7:47 PM EDT

A5: admit your mistake, be honest and sincere about what happened and how you will move forward with them. 😊 #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:48 PM EDT

Yes. #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:48 PM EDT

It's amazing how if you level with your kids, you get SO much farther! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:49 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

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itsmeSpiri Sep 5 @ 7:50 PM EDT

Dont be sorry, I learned some pretty important lessons about life and myself, its all good, God is so good! #2pencilchat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A5: Apologize & be real with them. Just being willing to admit you were wrong is unexpected. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q5 When you have a bad day & snap at your Ss, you can't blame it on your evil doppleganger. How do you make it up to them? #2PencilChat

SteeleThoughts Sep 5 @ 7:51 PM EDT

Own it. Be transparent and candid with your students about your mistakes. Students appreciate the vulnerability and sincerity. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q5 When you have a bad day & snap at your Ss, you can't blame it on your evil doppleganger. How do you make it up to them? #2PencilChat

itsmeSpiri Sep 5 @ 7:51 PM EDT

Awe thanks Kathy ❤️ Love ya lady #2pencilchat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:52 PM EDT

I bet your students learned a lot more about being a person that year than standards. #2PencilChat Glad all is well now!

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:52 PM EDT

You're right! It shocked my mom when I said I valued having broken my back. I learned so much! Didn't think of that til now. #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:52 PM EDT

All the right words, Danny Steele! (your name is more fun in full!) #2PencilChat

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MrRussoRH Sep 5 @ 7:52 PM EDT

Indeed! We are human. We make mistakes. We need to model how to apologize and come together.😊 #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:53 PM EDT

Q6 Some of your students are as reliable as Deputy Hawk. How do you recognize them for their classroom service? #2PencilChat

kathyiwanicki Sep 5 @ 7:53 PM EDT

Back at you! #2pencilchat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:53 PM EDT

A6 Give them opportunities, responsibility, and trust. Don't lionize them or put them on a pedestal, though... #2PencilChat

teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:54 PM EDT

A6. #2PencilChat

readrunteachVA Sep 5 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A2 Silliness helps defuse many otherwise dry/intense situations. As a goofy dude myself, it's my default management technique #2PencilChat

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kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A6. Let them know you genuinely appreciate the things they do. Invite them to have lunch with you. #2PencilChat

SteeleThoughts Sep 5 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A6: Sincere gratitude never gets old. Be relentless about recognizing and appreciating those kids. Never take them for granted. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:55 PM EDT

Camaraderie! #2PencilChat

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Teachintjay Sep 5 @ 7:55 PM EDT

#2PencilChat A6: Try to brag on them to admin, parent note, sometimes leave a note to S on desk.

MrRussoRH Sep 5 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A6: celebrate them-in small, personable & authentic ways that mean something. It doesn't have to be elaborate, just heartfelt. #2PencilChat

killyalison Sep 5 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A6: We give out an award called the top dog award. These students usually end up with this award. #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:56 PM EDT

Gosh yes! #2PencilChat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:56 PM EDT

Did you see my #hyperdoc for that? #2PencilChat It's for T's & Admin though.

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teresaamrizzo Sep 5 @ 7:56 PM EDT

A6 they shine through the fog like a lighthouse standing tall and stoic. #2PencilChat

teresagross625 Sep 5 @ 7:56 PM EDT

Have a great evening everyone! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:57 PM EDT

Well put! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:57 PM EDT

You too, have a great week! #2PencilChat

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dasheffield23 Sep 5 @ 7:58 PM EDT

A6: I love to brag on a S to an administrator and to their parents. Parents love to receive text about how awesome their S is. #2pencilchat

kmichellehowell Sep 5 @ 7:58 PM EDT

You too, Teresa! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:58 PM EDT

Right ON, Rita! #2PencilChat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:58 PM EDT

https://t.co/QAhOJdjGUT #leadlap for Coaches & Admin. #2PencilChat

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teresaamrizzo Sep 5 @ 7:58 PM EDT

A6 they don't need much, just knowing you depend on them is enough:) Trust is the gift that keeps on giving. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:58 PM EDT

Oh, gosh, and how powerful for the P to come in and talk to the student for a GOOD reason... #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:59 PM EDT

I love you SO MUCH, #2PencilChatters! Thank you for visiting Twin Peaks with me tonight! #2PencilChat

RitaWirtz Sep 5 @ 7:59 PM EDT

A2: Always say Ts are good at stand up. And every class has some pretty darn funny stuff & kiddos. Good to laugh at ourselves. #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Sep 5 @ 7:59 PM EDT

Agreed! #2PencilChat

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specialtechie Sep 5 @ 7:59 PM EDT

You guys have a great evening! #2PencilChat It was fun as always!