#2PencilChat Archive | Participate

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:00 PM EST

iHola #2PencilChat! Say hey.

julie_haden Dec 13 @ 7:00 PM EST

Hi #2PencilChat friends!! Ready for some winter break/full moon survival strategies tonight. Just another day at school today...1st grade!

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:01 PM EST

Hiya #2PencilChat Jo from Wednesday - over what?

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:02 PM EST

Hi Julie! #2PencilChat

In reply to @julie_haden

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:02 PM EST

#2PencilChat Hi, My name is Hannah. I'm a Language Arts teacher candidate. It's finals week so I'm incredibly over it. Excited to chat

MrWawczak Dec 13 @ 7:02 PM EST

Good evening all. John from IL here #2pencilchat

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:02 PM EST

Hey #2pencilchat Tweeps! Heading to FL on Friday, can't wait!

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:03 PM EST

Hey Jo - We're in crazy pre-Christmas, the kids are going nuts, and the marking period is over soon mode. #2PencilChat

In reply to @JoPrestia

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:03 PM EST

Hey everyone, I am Evan from Raleigh, NC. 4th literacy/social studies teacher. First time participating in #2pencilchat. Can't wait!

TRShriver Dec 13 @ 7:03 PM EST

Hi, I would love to join your chat tonight! My name is Teresa from Nebraska! I teach K-12 ELL. #2pencilchat

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:03 PM EST

LOL it's summer here! #2PencilChat 😎

In reply to @julie_haden

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:03 PM EST

Hey Hannah! #2PencilChat

In reply to @MrWawczak

EduGladiators Dec 13 @ 7:03 PM EST

⚾️Don't miss last chat of series! @PaulONeill1972 leads us in Shattering the Status Quo! #EduGladiators #2pencilchat #edchat #edchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:04 PM EST

Q1 What's messing you up? #2PencilChat

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:04 PM EST

A1: Areas of improvement for me are not stressing out (ha!), organization, and remaining patient w/Ss. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:04 PM EST

Hey JOHN, not Hannah! I was using the wrong app... :) #2PencilChat

In reply to @MrWawczak

RewardingEdu Dec 13 @ 7:04 PM EST

Robert here from Los Angeles. Honored to share my @Edutopia article on inspiring student engagement! https://t.co/IgJYizPXJP #2pencilchat

In reply to @edutopia

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:05 PM EST

Sweet! #2PencilChat

In reply to @specialtechie

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:05 PM EST

A1: Christmas shopping and house cleaning. #2pencilchat

julie_haden Dec 13 @ 7:05 PM EST

A1 #2pencilchat assessments!!!!! And more assessments!!! Observations as well.

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:04 PM EST

Q1 What's messing you up? #2PencilChat

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:05 PM EST

Hey, hey, #2PencilChat! Kimberly, Media Specialist from Daytona Beach here!

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:05 PM EST

#2PencilChat A1: Make website portfolios and mock lesson plans

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:05 PM EST

got it...schools almost done (though not in one personally) & funnily enough we also have Xmas rush hour 😜 #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:05 PM EST

I'm getting my work stuff done, just not the personal stuff! #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:05 PM EST

Super cool, Robert! #2PencilChat

In reply to @RewardingEdu, @edutopia

MrWawczak Dec 13 @ 7:06 PM EST

A1: Always difficult finding the balance of work-time and non-work time #2PencilChat

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:06 PM EST

A1: Also changes to my schedule mess me up- assemblies, early release days, etc. Wouldn't it be nice to control everything? #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:06 PM EST

Howdy Pal! #2PencilChat

In reply to @kmhmartin

TRShriver Dec 13 @ 7:06 PM EST

I have to create formal progress reports for 5 units then score my students, finish units so I can give a grade, Christmas + #2pencilchat

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:06 PM EST

A1. Continuing the "remodel" of the media center. Changing out tables, etc. #2PencilChat

TG_Neil Dec 13 @ 7:06 PM EST

#2pencilchat I'm Tammy from North Florida. I'm super excited that we still have a week before break. Too much to do.

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:07 PM EST

Jay, HS ELA, Gimli, MB... In and out tonite #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:07 PM EST

A1 Party Prep, Grades, Tests, Kids are CRAZY, trying to get Podcast recorded, Deadlines, Deadlines, Deadlines! #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:07 PM EST

A1 oh I have time - just not doing it summer break and Xmas are getting in the way 😝#2PencilChat

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:07 PM EST

Same here! Reminds me too much of college/grad school finals week! Ugh! #2pencilchat

In reply to @TG_Neil

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:07 PM EST

Hey Tammy! And yes, TOO MUCH! #2PencilChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

RewardingEdu Dec 13 @ 7:08 PM EST

A1 Honestly, I am grappling with the whole "no good deed goes unpunished" thing. You try to do the right thing and... #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:08 PM EST

#Jealousy #2PencilChat

In reply to @JoPrestia

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:08 PM EST

I'm peeking in on this #2pencilchat. It's seemed interesting...

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:08 PM EST

A1: Christmas prep, making an ice rink, last week of school, prepping for inlaws visit #2pencilchat

TG_Neil Dec 13 @ 7:08 PM EST

#2pencilchat A1: The everyday stuff. Got to get my AP CSP class ready to begin their performance tasks & CTE ready for certification tests.

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:09 PM EST

Chris preparing for the cold Arctic Blast. Thanks goodness I have a good book. #2pencilchat

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:09 PM EST

Hey there, Lisa! #2PencilChat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:09 PM EST

Hi, Tammy! #2PencilChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:09 PM EST

We're doing a class based podcast, the #BestClass PodCast. I'll put up the next episode right as break starts. #2PencilChat

In reply to @808hwilliams

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:09 PM EST

A1: the cold and the full moon are messing me up! I need the break and now! #2pencilchat

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:09 PM EST

@MagicPantsJones #2PencilChat NOT....

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:10 PM EST

I'm there currently... Oh, tell me it gets better! haha #2pencilchat

In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch, @TG_Neil

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:10 PM EST

where's the ice rink going? #2pencilchat

In reply to @doodlinmunkyboy

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:10 PM EST

I remember ice rinks! #2PencilChat

In reply to @doodlinmunkyboy

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:10 PM EST

Howdy friend! #2pencilchat

In reply to @kmhmartin

TG_Neil Dec 13 @ 7:10 PM EST

Hey, Kim! #2PencilChat

In reply to @kmhmartin

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:10 PM EST

I know, grass is greener and all, but I want an arctic blast. #2PencilChat

In reply to @chrisp16

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:10 PM EST

Hi! As I was coming home this evening, the moon was so pretty! And it explains a lot! LOL! #2PencilChat

In reply to @chrisp16

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:10 PM EST

You'll learn ways to cope and stay more on top of everything the longer you do it! Have faith! #2pencilchat

In reply to @808hwilliams, @TG_Neil

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:10 PM EST

We have a provincial exam right after the break, so prepping for that is a weird balancing act #2pencilchat

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:10 PM EST

YES!!! #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @chrisp16

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:11 PM EST

That's what inspired me last night! #2PencilChat

In reply to @kmhmartin, @chrisp16

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:11 PM EST

Come on up! I am sure you will not have to travel far to feel the effects. #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:11 PM EST

No! The bridges are insane around here, I can't go anywhere if that happens. #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @chrisp16

MrWawczak Dec 13 @ 7:11 PM EST

Sorry but work function to attend. Hope to catch everyone at the next chat #2PencilChat

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:11 PM EST

backyard... It's cold enough for two a day floodings, but I'm not getting up early enough for that! #2pencilchat

In reply to @chrisp16

TG_Neil Dec 13 @ 7:12 PM EST

I pulled over and took this on my way home tonight. #2PencilChat

In reply to @kmhmartin, @chrisp16

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:12 PM EST

I am disappointed not to see it! We have clouds! Check out the meteor shower. #2pencilchat

In reply to @kmhmartin

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:12 PM EST

Q2 Wants to trim the fat. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:12 PM EST

I will move to Snowvania sometime in the next couple of years. #2PencilChat

In reply to @chrisp16

Chemteach201 Dec 13 @ 7:12 PM EST

A1. A much to do, so little time. Also tired, very very tired. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:12 PM EST

Thanks for stopping in! #2PencilChat

In reply to @MrWawczak

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:12 PM EST

Love it! #2PencilChat

In reply to @TG_Neil, @chrisp16

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:12 PM EST

time and energy: 2 resources we always seem to lack! #2pencilchat

In reply to @Chemteach201

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:12 PM EST

Awesome! I can imagine how great it looked in person. Pictures never do it justice. #2pencilchat

In reply to @TG_Neil, @kmhmartin, @chrisp16

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:13 PM EST

how large? European or N. American rink? #2pencilchat

In reply to @doodlinmunkyboy

AdamBrownEDU Dec 13 @ 7:13 PM EST

A2. I have a hard time saying no. I usually will take on anything and figure it out later #2pencilchat

TG_Neil Dec 13 @ 7:13 PM EST

#2pencilchat A2: I'm all in. It WILL get done.

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:13 PM EST

A2: try hard to keep school at school. My family gets top billing outside of school. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:14 PM EST

#truestory #2PencilChat

In reply to @AdamBrownEDU

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:14 PM EST

Thank you! Beautiful! #2pencilchat

In reply to @kmhmartin, @TG_Neil

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:14 PM EST

A2- I normally try to look at work by magnitude and then by date... I'm not above pulling an all nighter tho #2pencilchat

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:14 PM EST

a big old ice patch, I think about 20x30. #2pencilchat

In reply to @chrisp16

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:14 PM EST

Ditto. That's normally me. #2pencilchat

In reply to @AdamBrownEDU

RewardingEdu Dec 13 @ 7:14 PM EST

A2 No more multitasking. One thing at a time. Sometimes not the most important thing but one that moves me. #2PencilChat

julie_haden Dec 13 @ 7:14 PM EST

A2 #2pencilchat must do come first and then the rest will happen eventually. No need to trigger a migraine over the small stuff.

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:12 PM EST

Q2 Wants to trim the fat. #2PencilChat

TRShriver Dec 13 @ 7:14 PM EST

A2 I make a list, take what has to be done first, do it, mark it off, only way, I try to limit my time on school work at night. #2pencilchat

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:15 PM EST

A2: Think abt what's due soonest & what will require the most labor. Knock tasks like that out first. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:15 PM EST

A2 My desk in my classroom is a nightmare right now. I keep leaving without time to straighten it at the end of each day. #2PencilChat

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:15 PM EST

And at school, I try hard to prioritize for for the kids first. #2pencilchat

MathDenisNJ Dec 13 @ 7:15 PM EST

Close to my heart is Leukemia Research. Help #Makeitreal raise $$ for research with cool products! #tlap #learnlap #2pencilchat #mtbos #njed

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:15 PM EST

I knew it! #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @kmhmartin, @chrisp16

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:15 PM EST

We have some emotional overlap, sir. #2PencilChat

RewardingEdu Dec 13 @ 7:14 PM EST

A2 No more multitasking. One thing at a time. Sometimes not the most important thing but one that moves me. #2PencilChat

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:15 PM EST

Good idea. I need to make a physical list and think #2pencilchat

In reply to @TRShriver

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:15 PM EST

A2: I also have a "do immediately" box for things that require immediate attn so I don't lose/forget about them. #2pencilchat

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:15 PM EST

Lists are the best! #2pencilchat

In reply to @TRShriver

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:16 PM EST

YES. #2PencilChat

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:15 PM EST

And at school, I try hard to prioritize for for the kids first. #2pencilchat

SteeleThoughts Dec 13 @ 7:16 PM EST

A2: Every day, I try to ask myself: "What adds the most value to my school?" #2pencilchat

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:16 PM EST

I tweeted a pic of my desk last week, and my wife was pretty disgusted with me. #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:16 PM EST

A2 sometimes I make lists - in my head- and promptly forget them #2PencilChat

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:16 PM EST

A2: If it has a definite deadline, I plan backwards to have a daily to-do list. Procrastinator at heart, so I need small tasks. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:16 PM EST

Ha! Yes! #truestory #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:16 PM EST

A2 sometimes I make lists - in my head- and promptly forget them #2PencilChat

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:17 PM EST

A2: have a hard time prioritizing. Don't want to let anyone down. Plus, I can it all!! haha! Don't think so. #2pencilchat

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:17 PM EST

Okay good.. messy desks isn't just a crazed college teacher canidate thing..good to know #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:17 PM EST

my desk just catches stuff. I don't really work there. #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:17 PM EST

Aren't messy desks a sign of genius? #2pencilchat

SteeleThoughts Dec 13 @ 7:18 PM EST

A2: Clarify your core values... and then spend your time on the things that reinforce them. #2pencilchat

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:18 PM EST

A2: most time I forget things, so lists have helped me. Need to do so on a regular basis. Simplicity at its best. #2pencilchat

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:18 PM EST

A2: right now, my students and their well-being is important, some are struggling with holiday season and break #2pencilchat

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:18 PM EST

Yep! #2PencilChat

In reply to @JoPrestia, @MagicPantsJones, @chrisp16

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:18 PM EST

I try to make sure every paper has a place- to do now, to send to other tchr, to pass out, etc. #2pencilchat

In reply to @808hwilliams, @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:18 PM EST

Oh, gosh, I've got a YouTube stream of Gerry Brooks' Christmas videos as we do this. I'm cracking up. I love @lexprin #2PencilChat

In reply to @lexprin

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:18 PM EST

you should see mine this week - actually, no - you can't see it for all the stuff!! #2PencilChat

In reply to @doodlinmunkyboy, @MagicPantsJones

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:18 PM EST

this profession makes it some sort of status thing to live the job. Human first, teacher later! #2pencilchat

In reply to @808hwilliams

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:19 PM EST

@lexprinlove his videos. Just discovered him a few weeks ago #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:19 PM EST

YES!! I got rid of my desk and now I have two messy tables! Mensa #2pencilchat

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:17 PM EST

Aren't messy desks a sign of genius? #2pencilchat

MmeBurgess Dec 13 @ 7:19 PM EST

So stressful to me! When I walk in to a messy desk, my stress level immediately skyrockets! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:15 PM EST

A2 My desk in my classroom is a nightmare right now. I keep leaving without time to straighten it at the end of each day. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:19 PM EST

This started it for me today. PERFECTION. #2PencilChat

lexprin Dec 13 @ 5:23 PM EST

Gifts for Readers...: https://t.co/yCfEi5lvLx via @YouTube
In reply to @YouTube

ohsoearly Dec 13 @ 7:19 PM EST

#2PencilChat anybody else waiting for new tires?

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:20 PM EST

Q2 Wants to COOL. IT. DOWN. #2PencilChat

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:20 PM EST

super genius! ;) #2pencilchat

In reply to @chrisp16

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:20 PM EST

plastic bins/drawers for papers have been my lifesaver this year. Each paper on my desk has a place! #2pencilchat

In reply to @MmeBurgess

arinabokas Dec 13 @ 7:20 PM EST

Arina Bokas from Michigan. Sorry a bit late. #2pencilchat

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:20 PM EST

A2. I prioritize what's good for my kids 1st, then tackle other things as time allows. #2PencilChat

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:20 PM EST

Never heard of him. #2pencilchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits, @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:21 PM EST

My desk would give you a stroke. Fortunately, my Principal said it was a sign of genius. #2PencilChat

In reply to @MmeBurgess

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:21 PM EST

I've got to put things in a safe place or they'll get lost in the shuffle. I highly recommend! #2pencilchat

In reply to @808hwilliams

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:21 PM EST

I love his work! #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:21 PM EST

def worth a google. Very dry humor, but every teacher can relate #2pencilchat

In reply to @chrisp16, @MagicPantsJones

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:21 PM EST

A3: Fun collaborative activities so S's can use creative thinking and problem solving. #breakoutedu would be perfect! #2pencilchat

TG_Neil Dec 13 @ 7:21 PM EST

#2pencilchat A3: Stay consistent. Students take their lead from us.

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:21 PM EST

I do not lie...Here it is #2PencilChat

In reply to @doodlinmunkyboy, @MagicPantsJones

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:22 PM EST

A3: Genius Hour projects with @DonWettrick and SCOPE magazines @_KELewis #2pencilchat

In reply to @DonWettrick, @_KELewis

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:22 PM EST

A3: Brain breaks, give chances for mvmt during class, allow time for partner/group work so Ss can have time to talk #2pencilchat

ohsoearly Dec 13 @ 7:22 PM EST

#2pencilchat sorry this was A1

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:22 PM EST

a3: reading A Christmas Carol in 7th grade, LOVE getting into character #2pencilchat

chalkrelic Dec 13 @ 7:22 PM EST

A2: We're preparing for an Explorers' Museum opening and play production. We're busy. #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:22 PM EST

A3 Since I don't have a class yet, I tutor. I try to theme things based on holidays and seasons #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:22 PM EST

Oops, I misnumbered Q3, Thanks for being awesome and getting it, #2PencilChat

arinabokas Dec 13 @ 7:22 PM EST

To prioritize, I ask myself what has the most lasting effect. Then I take it form there. A2 #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:22 PM EST

ACTUALLY, Q3 #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:20 PM EST

Q2 Wants to COOL. IT. DOWN. #2PencilChat

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:23 PM EST

A3. Find different ways to get them involved with content. #2PencilChat

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:23 PM EST

Would love to hear abt how you incorporate Genius Hour in your class! What's SCOPE? #2pencilchat

In reply to @teresagross625, @DonWettrick, @_KELewis

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:23 PM EST

Teresa, MS Literacy Teacher, NY. Updating FB which I never do and chatting. LOL #2pencilchat

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:23 PM EST

A3: Sanity? Around Christmas? No such thing. Go with the flow and enjoy. Plan lessons that spread the joy of the season. #2pencilchat

RewardingEdu Dec 13 @ 7:23 PM EST

A3 I truly believe when class work is infused with meaning & creativity, the Ss will be engaged. We work until the last day. #2PencilChat

TRShriver Dec 13 @ 7:23 PM EST

I try to bring in a lot of variety and keep the structure which seems to help my kiddos. #2pencilchat

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:23 PM EST

A3 Nope - no answer to this one #2PencilChat

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:24 PM EST

I love this movie! #2PencilChat #SantaClause

TG_Neil Dec 13 @ 7:24 PM EST

#2pencilchat When we give in to the "party all day" idea, it's no wonder why the kids are crazy.

julie_haden Dec 13 @ 7:24 PM EST

A3 #2pencilchat we do a full moon whisper talk all day. Tomorrow, we are teaching solely with hand puppets in our readers theatre to survive

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:20 PM EST

Q2 Wants to COOL. IT. DOWN. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:24 PM EST

A3 Keep it light and fun. Introducing new stuff? It isn't gonna stick unless it's super fun, so CHILL. #2PencilChat

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:25 PM EST

I think I like anything with Tim Allen in it. He's hilarious! #2pencilchat

In reply to @kmhmartin

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:25 PM EST

Having a distracted teacher who likes to chat is always a plus. #2pencilchat

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:25 PM EST

can u believe we're doing "testing" the week before break? And full moon? #2pencilchat

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:25 PM EST

OMG! Love it! #2PencilChat

In reply to @julie_haden

ohsoearly Dec 13 @ 7:25 PM EST

#2PencilChat give in to the crazy - keep it light - great time to work on soft skills more than content

julie_haden Dec 13 @ 7:25 PM EST

#2PencilChat A3 also, a lot of @GoNoodle to burn the extra extra energy off

In reply to @GoNoodle

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:25 PM EST

I love 1st grade & @julie_haden #2PencilChat

In reply to @julie_haden

julie_haden Dec 13 @ 7:24 PM EST
A3 #2pencilchat we do a full moon whisper talk all day. Tomorrow, we are teaching solely with hand puppets in our readers theatre to survive
- MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:20 PM EST
  
  Q2 Wants to COOL. IT. DOWN. #2PencilChat

arinabokas Dec 13 @ 7:25 PM EST

Definitely! There are many ways to arrive to the destination. We need one that fits the season ( sleigh vs. bike). #2PencilChat

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:23 PM EST

A3. Find different ways to get them involved with content. #2PencilChat

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:25 PM EST

A3: talking. My courses this semester have felt heavier thematically. We're having some laughs as we talk about the big stuff #2pencilchat

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:25 PM EST

Yes, yes I can! #2PencilChat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:25 PM EST

Hi Teresa. I never do chats either.. this is actually a class assignment #2pencilchat

In reply to @teresagross625

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:25 PM EST

Smart move. Maybe reviews? #2pencilchat

In reply to @ohsoearly

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:26 PM EST

Marvellous!! #2PencilChat

In reply to @julie_haden

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:26 PM EST

Does the whisper talk actually work? #2pencilchat I like that idea.

In reply to @julie_haden

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:26 PM EST

iTe amo! #2PencilChat

In reply to @teresagross625

phhscience Dec 13 @ 7:26 PM EST

A3: Sanity no such word this time of the year #2pencilchat

ohsoearly Dec 13 @ 7:26 PM EST

.@BrookinsBits I did a review - but made them learn a new tech tool to create a review for other students #2Pencilchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

larkscience Dec 13 @ 7:27 PM EST

Sorry #2pencilchat I'm late because my parents were talking me into (in the best of ways) my admin cert. #heregoes #allthethings

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:27 PM EST

it's a "prediction" test. Maybe we'll be pleasantly surprised #2pencilchat

In reply to @kmhmartin

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:27 PM EST

This was me last week. (Looked similar today.) #2pencilchat https://t.co/sBCv6ZD7Oq

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:27 PM EST

Doesn't matter I say - as long as they are having fun! #2PencilChat

In reply to @chrisp16, @julie_haden

TTMobile_us Dec 13 @ 7:27 PM EST

#2pencilchat is now trending in USA, ranking 50

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:27 PM EST

I am actually assessing my reading Ss and I am going crazy. No fun at all! #2pencilchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:27 PM EST

Heyyyy! #2PencilChat

In reply to @larkscience

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:27 PM EST

1st grade is the best! The only grade I was willing to teach in Gen Ed, otherwise, just Resource. #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @julie_haden

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:27 PM EST

What's happening friend? #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:27 PM EST

I saw it in Target and luckily it's on Netflix! #2PencilChat

In reply to @specialtechie

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:27 PM EST

Brrrr! I miss it, looks like my childhood. #2PencilChat

In reply to @doodlinmunkyboy

Chemteach201 Dec 13 @ 7:27 PM EST

A2. Me, family, now, what's next. I also work off of what deeply motivates and matters. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:28 PM EST

Q4 They called it a Yankee Swap on the Office. #2PencilChat

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:28 PM EST

LOVE it, organized chaos. (happy sigh) #2pencilchat

In reply to @doodlinmunkyboy

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:28 PM EST

that's a great idea! I don't have the freedom (interventionist this year) and have to do as T request. #2pencilchat

In reply to @ohsoearly

arinabokas Dec 13 @ 7:28 PM EST

Energy's a great thing. We can rechannel it. Kids want to give, let's solve an issue in the community: write, measure, build A3 #2pencilchat

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:28 PM EST

Chats rule! Very good idea to develop an online PLN! #2pencilchat is one of my faves!

In reply to @808hwilliams, @teresagross625

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:28 PM EST

Life is neat, kids are crazy! :) #2PenciLChat

In reply to @teresagross625

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:28 PM EST

I believe that #2pencilchat

In reply to @phhscience

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:28 PM EST

by choice, or mandated? #2pencilchat

In reply to @chrisp16

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:28 PM EST

Have you watched Last Man Standing. It's not Christmas, but it's a great show! #2pencilchat

In reply to @kmhmartin

larkscience Dec 13 @ 7:29 PM EST

A3 integrating winter crafts, week-long projects, and general good cheer acknowledgment is one recipe. #snowdays help! #2pencilchat

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:29 PM EST

Mine too! Super fun, great community and the moderator is pretty good too. #2pencilchat

In reply to @doodlinmunkyboy, @808hwilliams

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:29 PM EST

#2pencilchat It's been an experience. None of my friends believe me when I say I have to be in Twitter for homework

In reply to @doodlinmunkyboy, @teresagross625

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:29 PM EST

I've seen a few episodes. Make me want to watch Home Improvement. #2PencilChat

In reply to @specialtechie

TG_Neil Dec 13 @ 7:29 PM EST

#2pencilchat A4: My worst was when I was a kindergartener. I got a donkey toothpick holder. I was 5. Really....

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:30 PM EST

A4: Call me Scrooge, but I tend not to participate. I'd rather bake sthg for the whole school to enjoy. #2pencilchat

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:30 PM EST

A4: Nothing. I don't participate in those (just personal choice) #2pencilchat

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:30 PM EST

A4: I have a giant mug that says "coffee makes me poop" great conversation starter. Had to retire it, distracted the ladies. #2pencilchat

phhscience Dec 13 @ 7:30 PM EST

A3. #2pencilchat

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:30 PM EST

A4 This! #2pencilchat

TRShriver Dec 13 @ 7:30 PM EST

A4 A lamp and a bunch of birthday party napkins and plates. #2pencilchat

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:30 PM EST

You and me both! #2pencilchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:30 PM EST

it's great, except when I want to type something without moving the 'putter. #2pencilchat

In reply to @teresagross625

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:30 PM EST

A4 I like the embarrassing gifts, maybe something risque... #2PencilChat

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:31 PM EST

rpts are in Jan & I didn't want to have Ss forget everything ovr break;so in my genius I thought Dec perfect time #2pencilchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:31 PM EST

A4. Ring holder. Christmas coffee mug. #2PencilChat

ohsoearly Dec 13 @ 7:31 PM EST

.@BrookinsBits well try to give them a little nudge, nudge, wink, wink #2pencilchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:31 PM EST

Speaking of 1st grade, I tried this craft alone once. Year 2 had 3 volunteers involved! #2pencilchat Imagine cats & yarn. Lol!

AdamBrownEDU Dec 13 @ 7:31 PM EST

A4. I haven't received a #2pencilchat gift yet so can't comment on best gift. #justsaying

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:31 PM EST

I C ur point. So how's the testing working out? #2pencilchat

In reply to @chrisp16

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:31 PM EST

Same here. #2pencilchat Would rather give the money to a charity or a needy school family.

In reply to @BrookinsBits

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:32 PM EST

A4 I got a mug that says World's Okayest Teacher to give this year. I'm adding dark chocolate to sweeten the pot. #2PencilChat

arinabokas Dec 13 @ 7:32 PM EST

Best - great tea or a bookstore gift card. Worst - Santa hat. A4 #2pencilchat

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:32 PM EST

That looks like cotton candy. #2pencilchat

In reply to @JoPrestia

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:32 PM EST

Ha! #2PencilChat

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:31 PM EST

Speaking of 1st grade, I tried this craft alone once. Year 2 had 3 volunteers involved! #2pencilchat Imagine cats & yarn. Lol!

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:32 PM EST

Bursts out laughing..... #2pencilchat

In reply to @doodlinmunkyboy

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:32 PM EST

worth a shot! one T did give me freedom--Codemonkey came into play #2pencilchat

In reply to @ohsoearly

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:32 PM EST

I wish - not it's bath sprinkle stuff that stinks! #2PencilChat

In reply to @teresagross625

ohsoearly Dec 13 @ 7:33 PM EST

sweet! #2pencilchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:33 PM EST

Not white elephant but #outofprint does great library card socks #2pencilchat

TG_Neil Dec 13 @ 7:33 PM EST

#2pencilchat Dinner calls. Enjoy!

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:33 PM EST

A4: I will participate in my team Secret Santa, but not that. #2pencilchat

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:33 PM EST

Gave my Ss a project that involved using Twitter... Minds blown! #2PencilChat

In reply to @808hwilliams, @teresagross625

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:33 PM EST

That's cute! Things like this make me miss tchng1st gr but then it passes. #2pencilchat

In reply to @specialtechie

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:33 PM EST

Bon Appetit! #2PencilChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:33 PM EST

Neat! #2PencilChat

In reply to @808hwilliams

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:33 PM EST

I hate that crap. Yuck! #2pencilchat

In reply to @JoPrestia

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:33 PM EST

You know what I mean. you know what i mean. #2pencilchat

In reply to @ohsoearly, @BrookinsBits

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:34 PM EST

That rules! #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:34 PM EST

me too! #2PencilChat

In reply to @teresagross625

906Devil Dec 13 @ 7:34 PM EST

#USWNT #2pencilchat #CapsIsles #BuzzFeedBrews Everton #TaylorSwiftNOW https://t.co/UcUnGdLFnY

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:34 PM EST

I've been drafting lesson plans that involve Twitter #2pencilchat #excited #teachercanidate

In reply to @doodlinmunkyboy, @teresagross625

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:34 PM EST

I would be fine with walking away with it after all the stealing. #2PencilChat

In reply to @doodlinmunkyboy

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:35 PM EST

My favorite was when they'd fall out of their chairs, randomly! Fond memories! #2pencilchat

In reply to @chrisp16

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:35 PM EST

Okayest!? Grammar Police!!!! #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

ohsoearly Dec 13 @ 7:35 PM EST

hope the teacher's a "goer" #2pencilchat

In reply to @chrisp16

phhscience Dec 13 @ 7:35 PM EST

A. 4 #2pencilchat

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:35 PM EST

My middle schoolers do that! #2pencilchat

In reply to @specialtechie, @chrisp16

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:36 PM EST

I still have that! Love it! #2pencilchat

In reply to @specialtechie

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:36 PM EST

that sounds interesting. How do you do that? #2pencilchat

In reply to @808hwilliams

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:36 PM EST

Q5a got sucked into Secret Santa... #2PencilChat

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:36 PM EST

Yeah!!!!!!!! That is amazing! #2pencilchat

In reply to @808hwilliams, @doodlinmunkyboy

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:36 PM EST

Love it! #2PencilChat

In reply to @phhscience

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:36 PM EST

So fun #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:36 PM EST

Whaaaaa? What is that? #2PencilChat

In reply to @phhscience

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:36 PM EST

Bah! - My only ? for grammar is: Are you communicating clearly? Sure, learn the rules, so we can break them well. #2PencilChat

In reply to @chrisp16

ohsoearly Dec 13 @ 7:36 PM EST

Looking forward to future #2PencilChat - all innuendos @MagicPantsJones

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

DavisWelcome Dec 13 @ 7:36 PM EST

A2: #2pencilchat

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:36 PM EST

A5: No Secret Santa for me, either #2pencilchat

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:37 PM EST

shoot---what's the phrase about a blind bat???? #2pencilchat Photographs?? Pictures?

In reply to @ohsoearly

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:37 PM EST

Oh man, that could be a fun chat! #2PencilChat

In reply to @ohsoearly

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:37 PM EST

Good to know. Lol! When I had MS S's,chairs were attached to the desk. They didn't fall out of those. #2pencilchat

In reply to @teresagross625, @chrisp16

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:37 PM EST

A5 What she said...#2PencilChat

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:36 PM EST

A5: No Secret Santa for me, either #2pencilchat

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:37 PM EST

and a big amen to that! #2pencilchat

In reply to @DavisWelcome

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:37 PM EST

I'm interested to hear about how you incorporate Twitter, too! #2pencilchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits, @808hwilliams

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:37 PM EST

I was wondering the same thing! #2pencilchat

In reply to @JoPrestia, @phhscience

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:38 PM EST

I LOVE THOSE!!!!!!! #2pencilchat

In reply to @808hwilliams, @MagicPantsJones

julie_haden Dec 13 @ 7:38 PM EST

A4 #2pencilchat best gifts are gift cards. Worst gifts are ones that feel like a regift that went wrong. Ha!

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:28 PM EST

Q4 They called it a Yankee Swap on the Office. #2PencilChat

ohsoearly Dec 13 @ 7:38 PM EST

don't forget the library over break #2pencilchat

In reply to @808hwilliams, @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:38 PM EST

Right? #2PencilChat

In reply to @teresagross625, @808hwilliams

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:38 PM EST

My Secret Santa didn't get it! He revealed who he was on the first day! #2PencilChat #hegotmestuffilike

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:38 PM EST

LOL! #2PencilChat

In reply to @kmhmartin

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:39 PM EST

A5: I usually organized it so I could get by bestie. Then I wouldn't keep to the $1-2. Otherwise, I did more of a $5. #2pencilchat

TRShriver Dec 13 @ 7:39 PM EST

A5 No, At our school it became who can out do who. Never felt my gift was expensive enough! #2pencilchat

ohsoearly Dec 13 @ 7:39 PM EST

.@chrisp16 a nod is as good as a wink to a blind bat #2pencilchat

In reply to @chrisp16

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:39 PM EST

A5 I end up spending $3-5 each day, and I still feel like a chump next to some of the stuff I see! #2PencilChat

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:39 PM EST

I have tables and chairs.....and yoga balls and stools.....and they sit on tables/counters/etc. #2pencilchat

In reply to @specialtechie, @chrisp16

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:39 PM EST

Working using them as live responses about assigned reading. Having a class chat so reading over break isn't neglected #2pencilchat

In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch, @BrookinsBits

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:39 PM EST

Yes, I agree, but "okayest" makes me cringe. Sorry! Catholic education. #2pencilchat Who wants to diagram sentences?

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

AdamBrownEDU Dec 13 @ 7:39 PM EST

A5. Secret Santa has not adjusted to inflation #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:39 PM EST

Hahahahaha! #2PencilChat

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:38 PM EST

My Secret Santa didn't get it! He revealed who he was on the first day! #2PencilChat #hegotmestuffilike

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:39 PM EST

Now there's a downer boo #2PencilChat What happened to the thought that counts??

In reply to @TRShriver

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:40 PM EST

Q5b ...and the Cookie Exchange. #2PencilChat

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:40 PM EST

At least you have cool options. :) #2pencilchat

In reply to @teresagross625, @chrisp16

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:40 PM EST

Ah, you're just expecting to be whacked with a ruler! #2PencilChat

In reply to @chrisp16

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:40 PM EST

A5: If I am VERY creative I can!!!!! I actually have a .50 gift. #2pencilchat

Chemteach201 Dec 13 @ 7:40 PM EST

A5.a-some do some don't. One of my best gift was a list of what people wrote down on papers about our secretary. #2pencilchat

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:40 PM EST

love it! I have an @edmodo page for my classes that I'm going to encourage them to use over break. #2pencilchat

In reply to @808hwilliams, @BrookinsBits, @edmodo

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:40 PM EST

Twitter isn't blocked by ur district? What grade do you teach? Soc Med is blocked in our distr #2pencilchat

In reply to @808hwilliams, @TheBrudneyBunch

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:40 PM EST

I want to do this in my future class!! #2pencilchat

In reply to @teresagross625, @specialtechie, @chrisp16

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:40 PM EST

I would highly recommend setting up an @edmodo page to post discussion ?s, assignments, etc. #2pencilchat

In reply to @808hwilliams, @BrookinsBits, @edmodo

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:40 PM EST

It's not fun if the gifts aren't cheap! I have an idea for next week for mine.... #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:41 PM EST

Ab: Carol would be my go-to. I would participate in that, either LOL #2pencilchat

AdamBrownEDU Dec 13 @ 7:41 PM EST

A5. Store bought on the morning of. Hope they enjoy whatever is the first cookie I can grab #2pencilchat

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:41 PM EST

A5: Used to make DOZENS, now I buy if I absolutely need them. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:41 PM EST

A5b Cranberry Nutmeg Sugar Cookies - I don't know if I will this year, but those cookies are like crack. #2PencilChat

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:41 PM EST

LOVE Edmodo! #2pencilchat

In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch, @808hwilliams, @edmodo

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:41 PM EST

I'm trying out flexible seating this year- any big advice or tips to help? #2pencilchat

In reply to @teresagross625, @specialtechie, @chrisp16

HarryLo70670681 Dec 13 @ 7:41 PM EST

I believe that #2pencilchat MORE >> https://t.co/lr6QbKfSlE

HarryLo70670681 Dec 13 @ 7:41 PM EST

by choice, or mandated? #2pencilchat MORE >> https://t.co/lr6QbKfSlE

HarryLo70670681 Dec 13 @ 7:41 PM EST

Have you watched Last Man Standing. It's not Christmas, but it's a great show! #2pencilchat MORE >> https://t.co/lr6QbKfSlE

HarryLo70670681 Dec 13 @ 7:41 PM EST

Mine too! Super fun, great community and the moderator is pretty good too. #2pencilchat MORE >> https://t.co/lr6QbKfSlE

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:42 PM EST

Bursts out laughing, that's hilarious. #2pencilchat

In reply to @AdamBrownEDU

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:42 PM EST

I'm still a teacher candidate working for my degree.. These are just ideas I've been playing with and discussing with profs #2pencilchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits, @TheBrudneyBunch

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:42 PM EST

Recipe?? #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:42 PM EST

That's it!!! TY!!! #2pencilchat This is one of my fav skits.

In reply to @ohsoearly

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:42 PM EST

A5b depends...#2PencilChat

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:42 PM EST

I stopped myself right before I said, "Funnest" this morning. GOOD GRIEF! #2pencilchat

In reply to @chrisp16, @MagicPantsJones

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:42 PM EST

You're definitely on to something! I like it!! When do you graduate? #2pencilchat

In reply to @808hwilliams, @BrookinsBits

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:42 PM EST

trick is: have candycanes taped & yarn pre-cut. Don't give them the yarn ball...Ever. #2pencilchat

In reply to @808hwilliams, @teresagross625, @chrisp16

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:42 PM EST

That's the problem with them! #2pencilchat Turns into a competition.

TRShriver Dec 13 @ 7:39 PM EST

A5 No, At our school it became who can out do who. Never felt my gift was expensive enough! #2pencilchat

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:43 PM EST

Exactly! High-Five! #2pencilchat

In reply to @AdamBrownEDU

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:43 PM EST

it sounds fun! We could do that with Edmodo, I suppose. #2pencilchat

In reply to @808hwilliams, @TheBrudneyBunch

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:43 PM EST

That's GREAT!!!!!!! So true! I gave MS duct tape last year....OMG!!!! #2pencilchat

In reply to @specialtechie, @808hwilliams, @chrisp16

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:43 PM EST

Yes, Edmodo is great! The problem is finding time for Ss to use it regularly. Ugh! #2pencilchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits, @808hwilliams

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:43 PM EST

Remind me later...Simple version: Add 1 cup dried crans and 1 T ntmg, 1t cinn to sug cookie rec. #2PencilChat

In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:44 PM EST

Q6 wants to squeeze in teeny amounts of me time. Is it possible? #2PencilChat

TRShriver Dec 13 @ 7:44 PM EST

A5 B I have to go for the sugar cookie or the snickerdoodle. #2pencilchat

Chemteach201 Dec 13 @ 7:44 PM EST

A5b. Totally cookie, more like a white chocolate, peanut butter, chocolate layered thing. Yummmmmmmmmmm Thank you Carol! #2pencilchat

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:44 PM EST

Oh Geez... I can only imagine! #2pencilchat

In reply to @teresagross625, @808hwilliams, @chrisp16

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:44 PM EST

Hadn't heard of that yet. I'll have to check it out #2pencilchat

In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch, @BrookinsBits

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:44 PM EST

Funnest is funner than most fun. #2PencilChat

In reply to @teresagross625, @chrisp16

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:44 PM EST

Recipe?? #2pencilchat

In reply to @Chemteach201

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:44 PM EST

True, and for Ss who have/no connectivity at home #2pencilchat

In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:44 PM EST

GF--couldn't participate in that either. Oh well. However, on a whim store bought but with friends baked. #2pencilchat

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:44 PM EST

Fall 2019 🙌🏻#2pencilchat

In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch, @BrookinsBits

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:45 PM EST

A6: Herbal teas #2pencilchat

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:45 PM EST

Patience and patience. LOL #2pencilchat

In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch, @specialtechie, @chrisp16

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:45 PM EST

A6: Lunches alone- they're therapeutic for an introvert like me. Deep breathing helps, too. #2pencilchat

spiraledu Dec 13 @ 7:45 PM EST

I get the white chocolate macadamian nut mix & add cranberries. Its delicious. #2PencilChat Been trying gluten free version

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:45 PM EST

A6 I get myself a coffee break #2PencilChat

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:45 PM EST

A6. Family time. Reading time, some TV #2pencilchat

DavisWelcome Dec 13 @ 7:45 PM EST

A6: #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:45 PM EST

A6 When I lived in Snowland, a hot bath after school was nice. #2PencilChat

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:45 PM EST

A6: my holidays are super low key, I don't really have the stress others do #2pencilchat

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:45 PM EST

That's why Twitter chats are great- for discovering new resources! :) #2pencilchat

In reply to @808hwilliams

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:46 PM EST

Do a rotation with new stuff until the newness wears off. Less arguing. #2pencilchat

In reply to @teresagross625, @TheBrudneyBunch, @chrisp16

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:46 PM EST

Yum! #2PencilChat

In reply to @spiraledu

spiraledu Dec 13 @ 7:46 PM EST

When everyone is asleep, I take a nice long hot bath with a book that I've been putting off! #2pencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:46 PM EST

that looks delicious! #2pencilchat

In reply to @JoPrestia

larkscience Dec 13 @ 7:46 PM EST

A6 Walking to Starbucks on a break. Takes 15 min round trip,more than the bevy gives me a literal and figurative fresh air dose #2PencilChat

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:46 PM EST

A6 I take time to talk to friends or call my mom. #2pencilchat

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:46 PM EST

Ricotta cookies are crack as well. #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:46 PM EST

is that like a real place? #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

larkscience Dec 13 @ 7:47 PM EST

We bought a house with a hot tub last year and I'm never going back! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:45 PM EST

A6 When I lived in Snowland, a hot bath after school was nice. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:47 PM EST

Gasp! That sounds amazing! #2PencilChat

In reply to @chrisp16

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:47 PM EST

AGREED! I let them figure out. #2pencilchat

In reply to @specialtechie, @TheBrudneyBunch, @chrisp16

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:47 PM EST

A6: music piped into my head while flooding the rink is weirdly calming. Listening to Tragically Hip makes it uberCanadian #2pencilchat

larkscience Dec 13 @ 7:47 PM EST

Me too! 😊☕️ Well, chai #2PencilChat

In reply to @JoPrestia

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:47 PM EST

(shakes head) #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @chrisp16

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:47 PM EST

No, it's just a stand-in for mid-Michigan, where I grew up. #2PencilChat

In reply to @JoPrestia

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:47 PM EST

A5b: My s'mores cookies are pretty popular. #2pencilchat

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:48 PM EST

What's been your latest read?. I just finished All the Light We Cannot See #2pencilchat

In reply to @spiraledu, @MagicPantsJones

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:48 PM EST

Chai's good it's tea that I don't much go for #2PencilChat

In reply to @larkscience

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:48 PM EST

A6: Chocolate chai from a local coffeehouse. Choc covered ginger. Or in a bind Stbx chai. And a good book/music/movie! #2pencilchat

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:48 PM EST

I'd like to apply for a grant for the stools. Now I have bean bags & yoga balls. #2pencilchat

In reply to @specialtechie, @teresagross625, @chrisp16

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:48 PM EST

Q5B. Thin mints inside sugar cookies topped with chopped pecans. #2PencilChat

ohsoearly Dec 13 @ 7:48 PM EST

I'm totally taking a walk tomorrow. Thanks for the reminder #2pencilchat

In reply to @larkscience

TRShriver Dec 13 @ 7:48 PM EST

A6-Read a good book while soaking in a steamy bubble bath and having a glass of wine. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:49 PM EST

I used some chai mix with vanilla coconut milk. So rich and delicious! #2PencilChat

In reply to @JoPrestia, @larkscience

BrookinsBits Dec 13 @ 7:49 PM EST

shoot. I have to bow out for a bit. Enjoyed my 1st #2pencilchat. C U soon!

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:49 PM EST

Love a chai tea! Bigtrain vanilla chai is my fav! #2pencilchat

In reply to @JoPrestia, @larkscience

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:49 PM EST

WOW! #2PencilChat

In reply to @kmhmartin

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:49 PM EST

This chat always outs me in a good mood. (happy sigh) Love it! #2pencilchat

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:49 PM EST

A6. Quiet time. Especially when I first get home. #2PencilChat

spiraledu Dec 13 @ 7:49 PM EST

Two Old Women by Velma Wallis. It's by a local author & I'm so excited to keep reading #2PencilChat

In reply to @808hwilliams, @MagicPantsJones

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:49 PM EST

oh good I was just confused... #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:50 PM EST

Thanks for hanging out, Lisa! #2PencilChat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:50 PM EST

A6: reading, exercising, writing, coffee, listening to music..... #2pencilchat

phhscience Dec 13 @ 7:50 PM EST

A6. twitter chats #2pencilchat

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:50 PM EST

That's normally my go-to... Until the weather gets bad #2pencilchat

In reply to @ohsoearly, @larkscience

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:50 PM EST

okay then that clears it up nicely???? #2PencilChat

In reply to @phhscience, @teresagross625

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:50 PM EST

Depends upon the brand of chai. Everyone's taste a bit different. #2pencilchat

In reply to @JoPrestia, @larkscience

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:50 PM EST

I'm always glad when you're here! (what was the nickname we came up with for you?, I totally spaced!) #2PencilChat

In reply to @teresagross625

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:51 PM EST

That would be "puts". #2pencilchat

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:49 PM EST

This chat always outs me in a good mood. (happy sigh) Love it! #2pencilchat

ohsoearly Dec 13 @ 7:51 PM EST

Thanks #2PencilChat - time to go back to reading Winter is Coming

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:51 PM EST

Well, that seems timely! #2PencilChat

In reply to @ohsoearly

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:51 PM EST

Silence is a gift! I need that time just to rejuvenate to deal w/ life outside the clsrm. #2pencilchat

In reply to @kmhmartin

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:52 PM EST

Q7 Wants to maintain ANY sanity...Please? #2PencilChat

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:52 PM EST

Will have to check out that brand. Never heard of it. #2pencilchat

In reply to @specialtechie, @JoPrestia, @larkscience

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:52 PM EST

I thoguht that';s what you greeted me with tonight? LOL What did you say then???? #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:52 PM EST

Wow! That's so great #2pencilchat

In reply to @spiraledu, @MagicPantsJones

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:52 PM EST

A6: I havent' been good at it lately, but something called SAVERS from the book Miracle Morning. Good daily routine. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:52 PM EST

For me, any song that revs me up is the gift. #2PencilChat

In reply to @chrisp16, @kmhmartin

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:52 PM EST

Exactly! #2pencilchat

In reply to @JoPrestia, @phhscience

spiraledu Dec 13 @ 7:53 PM EST

I kind of want to re-read Game of Thrones... Its quite a read. I like them way better than the show #2PencilChat

In reply to @ohsoearly

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:53 PM EST

I don't recall. #2PencilChat

In reply to @teresagross625

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:53 PM EST

Guessing that no one from future admin wrote the forward? #2pencilchat

In reply to @ohsoearly

msoref Dec 13 @ 7:53 PM EST

A6 Reading, writing, and catching up on the daily tech news is relaxing and therapeutic. #2PencilChat

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:53 PM EST

wobble chairs have lots of options, that one is a hokki stool. Allow movement w/out too much. #2pencilchat

In reply to @chrisp16, @JoPrestia, @larkscience

larkscience Dec 13 @ 7:53 PM EST

Yes! @TeachDB17 told me she takes an hour tech break after work & I've been trying to match that wisdom #2pencilchat

In reply to @kmhmartin, @TeachDB17

jpcostume Dec 13 @ 7:54 PM EST

Ashley Williams , #USWNT , #IronicCabinetPicks , Black Twitter , #2pencilchat , The Perfect Weapon , #DolanTwinsNewVideo

animaniacnews Dec 13 @ 7:54 PM EST

#ElfDatingProblems , #VoxtheMovies , #juareztwinsareugly , #2pencilchat , Casey Cizikas , #TaylorSwiftNOW

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:54 PM EST

A7: making twitter profile pages out of paper #2pencilchat

ohsoearly Dec 13 @ 7:54 PM EST

oh it's gonna be freezing tomorrow - can't wait #2PencilChat

In reply to @808hwilliams, @larkscience

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:54 PM EST

A7: I have a personal day booked. First day my inlaws are here. Also, our last day before the break is always fun. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:54 PM EST

I've been listening to the Ron Chernow biography of Alexander Hamilton, and (1 of 2) #2PencilChat

In reply to @808hwilliams, @spiraledu

larkscience Dec 13 @ 7:54 PM EST

Yes! But I seriously need a chart to keep all the characters straight 😬 #2pencilchat

In reply to @spiraledu, @ohsoearly

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:54 PM EST

Scraping frost off of cars is best when playing The Clash! #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @kmhmartin

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:54 PM EST

...read-reading The Smartest Book in the World by @GregProops. #2PencilChat

In reply to @808hwilliams, @spiraledu, @GregProops

kmhmartin Dec 13 @ 7:54 PM EST

A7. Set up some quick, fun learning to do w/classes & their teachers. Thinking about Hexbug races. #2PencilChat

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:55 PM EST

Thanks for the great chat experience everyone! I hope to be back soon! #2PencilChat

julie_haden Dec 13 @ 7:55 PM EST

A5b #2pencilchat 1cup of peanut butter, 1 cup of sugar, 1 egg So easy and yummy

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:40 PM EST

Q5b ...and the Cookie Exchange. #2PencilChat

teresagross625 Dec 13 @ 7:55 PM EST

A7: taking pics with the #SelfieElf #2pencilchat

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:55 PM EST

Fun! Then you could let them do a digital version on @canva #googledrawings or similar #2pencilchat

In reply to @teresagross625, @canva

808hwilliams Dec 13 @ 7:55 PM EST

I've been meaning to listen to that!! #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @spiraledu

julie_haden Dec 13 @ 7:55 PM EST

A6 #2pencilchat girls brunch and pedicure. :)

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:44 PM EST

Q6 wants to squeeze in teeny amounts of me time. Is it possible? #2PencilChat

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:56 PM EST

Off to prepare dinner! Thx to everyone for your positive energy/good ideas! #2pencilchat

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:56 PM EST

I have a stack of books coming. I love the time to read! #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @808hwilliams, @spiraledu

julie_haden Dec 13 @ 7:56 PM EST

A7 #2pencilchat can you buy sanity? :)

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:52 PM EST

Q7 Wants to maintain ANY sanity...Please? #2PencilChat

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:56 PM EST

See you soon at #2pencilchat!

In reply to @808hwilliams

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:56 PM EST

Thanks for hanging! #2PencilChat

In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:56 PM EST

A7 you can pretend like you're your own KK (secret santa) and plant gifts for yourself LOL! #2PencilChat

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:57 PM EST

Nice to see you are already a connected educator BTW! You should check out #tlap #LearnLAP if you haven't yet. #2pencilchat

In reply to @808hwilliams

TechCoachZ Dec 13 @ 7:57 PM EST

Less than 5 minutes until #EdTechTherapy's year-ending, first annual, Holiday Feels GIF-Tacular! #2pencilchat

TheBrudneyBunch Dec 13 @ 7:57 PM EST

I hope to be back soon! When is next chat? #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

doodlinmunkyboy Dec 13 @ 7:57 PM EST

And if all goes well, kids'll be taking a skate in the backyard with granddad! #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:57 PM EST

A7 It's fun to have a little @jibjab time with your students on the last day before break! #2PencilChat

In reply to @JibJab

larkscience Dec 13 @ 7:57 PM EST

A7 Not guilting myself about eating lunch/breakfast/dinner out to save time #2PencilChat

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:57 PM EST

Thanks #2pencilchat! Off to read Zita the Spacegirl--Book 2. Heavy stuff.

SteeleThoughts Dec 13 @ 7:57 PM EST

Remind yourself that the smile from you... the kind word from you... may be the highlight of a child's day. Keep perspective. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:52 PM EST

Q7 Wants to maintain ANY sanity...Please? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:57 PM EST

Every Tuesday (except the 27th this month) at 7 pm. #2PencilChat

In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:58 PM EST

Word: #2PencilChat

SteeleThoughts Dec 13 @ 7:57 PM EST
Remind yourself that the smile from you... the kind word from you... may be the highlight of a child's day. Keep perspective. #2pencilchat
- MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:52 PM EST
  
  Q7 Wants to maintain ANY sanity...Please? #2PencilChat

TRShriver Dec 13 @ 7:58 PM EST

A7 Just stay positive, enjoy the season, the students and my family. #2pencilchat

JoPrestia Dec 13 @ 7:58 PM EST

Gotta go #2PencilChat see you next time and remember WEDNESDAY is a great day!

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:58 PM EST

The Tiger (female, though it may be Spanglish) #2PencilChat

In reply to @teresagross625

chrisp16 Dec 13 @ 7:58 PM EST

Aw man! I was going to read! Maybe I will lurk! #2pencilchat #edtechtherapy

In reply to @TechCoachZ

phhscience Dec 13 @ 7:59 PM EST

I'm more sane this time of year with a glass of wine (or 2) #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:59 PM EST

Thanks, Future-Pal! #2PencilChat

In reply to @JoPrestia

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Dec 13 @ 7:59 PM EST

I LOVE YOU! Thank you, #2PencilChat!

julie_haden Dec 13 @ 7:59 PM EST

#2pencilchat we plan to learn how to @codeorg next week before winter break.

In reply to @codeorg

specialtechie Dec 13 @ 7:59 PM EST

Love it! I'm a die hard Supernatural fan, so love the GIF. #2pencilchat

In reply to @JoPrestia