#bcedchat Archive

This is an edchat for educators, primarily in British Columbia, Canada.
Sunday May 14, 2017
10:00 PM EDT
  • MrsMurat May 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    The changing role of substitute Ts: https://t.co/BM9VawxpH4 #bcedchat #cvesdchat
  • bcedchat May 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Please introduce yourself and include your subject, grade level and area of interest. #bcedchat.
  • bcedchat May 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #bcedchat. The topic today is Changing Grades or Subjects.
  • bcedchat May 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    @MsVictoriaOlson and @ChristineYH will be our co-moderators for tonight. #bcedchat
  • participatechat May 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #bcedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/ENI75nCqOy
  • jfprovencher27 May 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    hello #bcedchat
  • dssmithduncan May 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Dominic from Duncan, grade 7 homeroom #bcedchat
    In reply to @bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Hi Francois. Good to see you here (on Mother's Day!!!) #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Hi Dominic... Good to see you at #bcedchat
    In reply to @dssmithduncan, @bcedchat
  • Halessharon May 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Sharon. Vancouver. K / 1. #bcedchat
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Karl from Langley for #bcedchat.
  • bcedchat May 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Hi Kristin! Great to have you here tonight! Don't forget the hashtag :) #bcedchat
    In reply to @Visschinspired
  • allison_burt May 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Allison Burt from SD47...trying to do family movie night and #bcedchat tonight. We'll see how it goes. 😜
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Bryn from sunny (!!!!) Vancouver. #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Hi. #bcedchat
    In reply to @LS_Karl
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Hi Sharon... Good to see you at #bcedchat
    In reply to @Halessharon
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Hi Karl... what's for dinner? #bcedchat
    In reply to @LS_Karl
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    :D #bcedchat
    In reply to @LS_Karl
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Hi Allison... good to see you at #bcedchat
    In reply to @allison_burt
  • lizbellteacher May 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Liz T in Coquitlam, planning this week's lessons and #bcedchat
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Love the banter. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @LS_Karl
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    I mean, @MsVictoriaOlson already told you. #oldnews #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Hi Bryn! Welcome back to #bcedchat!
    In reply to @brynmw
  • baritoneblogger May 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    What up, #WATeachLead? Let's chat like a mother! Evin from Seattle here. #OklaEd, #bcedchat, #CAedchat friends! Join in! Go @SeattleTbirds!
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Here for the witty banter. #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Hi Liz! Great to have you back at #bcedchat
    In reply to @lizbellteacher
  • bcedchat May 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    We will be using the Q1, A1 format. Please label your responses and use the hashtag #bcedchat
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Looking forward to a great chat. Love the topic of new roles. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • pepperraccoon May 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    HAI #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @LS_Karl
  • technolandy May 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Ian - principal librarian in BCs Sunny & floods Shuswap - always appreciate conversations about change! #bcedchat
  • HowardKiyuna May 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Greetings from Northern California. Howard here. MS math sci tech in a full inclusion setting. #BCEdChat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Welcome Howard! #bcedchat
    In reply to @HowardKiyuna
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    I don't think I said witty..... #bcedchat
    In reply to @LS_Karl, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    FROM THE FUTURE!!! #bcedchat
    In reply to @pepperraccoon, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Hi Ian... #bcedchat #welcome
    In reply to @technolandy
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    HAI from across the globe! #bcedchat
    In reply to @pepperraccoon, @LS_Karl
  • bcedchat May 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Q1: Let’s start with a reflection. What big changes in role/assignment have you undergone in your teaching career? #bcedchat
  • pepperraccoon May 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Damn Karl. #bcedchat #sickburn
    In reply to @brynmw, @LS_Karl, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    We have expectations for you, Bryn. #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • missbeatovic May 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    hello everyone! Finally catching a #bcedchat 😁
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Hey Ian! Hope your weekend was fantastic. #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Hi Sara... Welcome to #bcedchat
    In reply to @missbeatovic
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Love that model of full inclusion. Would love to hear how it's going. #bcedchat
    In reply to @HowardKiyuna
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Q1 is out - let's do this! #bcedchat
    • bcedchat May 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
      Q1: Let’s start with a reflection. What big changes in role/assignment have you undergone in your teaching career? #bcedchat
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A1: Environmental ed to classroom T. Next year I'm doing classroom T to VP. #bcedchat
  • andredaughty May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    #BCedchat, Andre Daughty (pronounced Daugh like how) from Oklahoma City joining in again!
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Christine from the Sunshine Coast co-modding with @MsVictoriaOlson tonight on #bcedchat #goodtimes
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Hi Andre... Welcome to #bcedchat Q1 is out...
    In reply to @andredaughty
  • missbeatovic May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A1. I went from a Grade 1 practicum to teaching Kindie..bigger change than I ever expected #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Welcome to #bcedchat, Andre!
    In reply to @andredaughty
  • allison_burt May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A1: Took on 3 new roles this year. Super exciting, intimidating, and rewarding. #bcedchat
  • lizbellteacher May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A1. This year I switched schools- had been there for 12 years and NEEDED a change! Totally rejuvenating! #bcedchat
  • Visschinspired May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A1: Went from classroom to Learning Support and now back in the classroom again #bcedchat
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    How so? #bcedchat
    In reply to @missbeatovic
  • dssmithduncan May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A1 Two. First was from Sr science and math to an all boys g7 class. Second teaching Primary classes ADST this year. #bcedchat
    In reply to @bcedchat
  • edcampOSjr May 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Ed, HS Math/CS Teacher from Central Calif. Happy Mothers day BC! #bcedchat
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    A1: My whole career has been about change. I've been in 5 districts, started as a science teacher, then math, the TL, now admin #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    What roles are you doing? Three sounds intense. #bcedchat
    In reply to @allison_burt
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    It can be a pretty big jump when they can read simple lit to NO lit! #bcedchat
    In reply to @missbeatovic
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Hi! Carrie from SD93- District teacher mentor. Coming in late... was out paddle boarding it's so beautiful outsied! #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Hi Carrie - great to have you back at #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Whoa... you are a man of change in your educational career. Was this intentional? #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • HowardKiyuna May 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1: Brand new sch - 1st job I move up w/a 2/3 class till 8th. Once in lifetime exper. Changed subs 3-4 times in16 yrs, #BCEdChat
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Love the Kindies. Such an honour to help them navigate their first formal intro to learning (stress formal) #bcedchat
    In reply to @missbeatovic
  • andredaughty May 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1. I've gone from trying to learn how to be great vs. helping others to be great now.. And I'm still learning it too. #BCedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Hey Ed! Great to see you here at #bcedchat
    In reply to @edcampOSjr
  • technolandy May 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1 I've been willing to change schools/districts to find "right challenges" during career - this year to a great k-8 #bcedchat
  • massignmenthelp May 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    #bcedchat #CVESDChat #TPEPchat Top 5 Concerns Students Have While Writing Assignments https://t.co/QNgbrlLwjX
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1: my biggest change was going from secondary for 22 years to elementary this year. Love. It. #bcedchat
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Interesting. Haven't spent time teaching the wee ones, so I appreciate the insight :) #bcedchat
    In reply to @missbeatovic
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    What does that mean? "Changed subs"? #curious #bcedchat
    In reply to @HowardKiyuna
  • allison_burt May 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    #bcedchat Decided to leave my school counselling position. I'm now PD Chair, DL teacher and CI support.
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    As a new teacher, I've moved around quite a bit. Been nice to be at same site/grade for 3 years. Next year up to 6/7, same school #bcedchat
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    What was the biggest difference in that jump? #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • Halessharon May 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1 After teaching K for a decade, Grade 1 got added to the mix. #bcedchat
  • Bigideasinedu May 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Feedback in the Classroom https://t.co/LQ25tOys8j #feedbackfriendly #feedback #bcedchat #onedchat
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    I'll do my best. #bcedchat
    In reply to @LS_Karl, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Love that, Ian. Right challenges. I've always said that when I stop learning, I'd move on. #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    How was that? Does teaching grade 1 change your practice? #bcedchat
    In reply to @Halessharon
  • edcampOSjr May 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1: Taught HS math for 5 years then worked 3 years for local county as At-Risk Youth counselor type job, then back to HS Math #bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1: Pre-K Immersion + French second language fr grade 3-8 in ON. K-1, K, + 2-3 (3x) before 5 years at board office in BC. #bcedchat
  • dssmithduncan May 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    That is a big change. How long were you an admin before returning to the classroom. #bcedchat
    In reply to @bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    What made you return back to teaching HS math? #bcedchat
    In reply to @edcampOSjr
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    It's pretty incredible what they can pick up in a couple short years! How did you accommodate those changes in your instruction? #bcedchat
    In reply to @missbeatovic
  • RobPaynterSD61 May 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    If floor is open for other Q's, one I'm curious about is "Were you prepared/supported/have nec. knowledge & skills for new posn? #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • HowardKiyuna May 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    General teacher to Language Arts to Math, Science to Math & Science. #BCEdChat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    I love working with the Kindies(new term for me) in talking tables. #bcedchat
    In reply to @LS_Karl, @missbeatovic
  • dssmithduncan May 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    That is a big change. How long were you an admin before returning to the classroom. #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27, @bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A1. Was a HS math teacher for 16 years... grad student... school trustee... now sessional instructor. #bcedchat
  • edcampOSjr May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A1: Biggest change has been in becoming more of and accepting the role of a leader in my site and county and in math/cs education #bcedchat
  • Halessharon May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    K/1 is a tough split! It's a good reminder about how important Grade 1 is - huge learning curve for the students. #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • missbeatovic May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    learning more about Reggio Emilia approach & using way more inquiry and play in K. Def could've done with 1s too! #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • HowardKiyuna May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A6: 16 yrs of Early Childhood to Special Ed was more of a leap than I thought it would be. #BCEdChat
  • _Ms_J May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A1 #bcedchat I've taught 21 + subjects grade 7 to college, face-to-face, correspondence, and online
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    You can add/ask questions as part of the #bcedchat conversation. Good to see you here Rob.
    In reply to @RobPaynterSD61, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A1: Next year, big changes - I'm heading back to the classroom!! :) Grade 4 -5 at l'école des Pionniers in Port Coquitlam! #bcedchat
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Working with students who still have that 'respect' automatically. And love. Of learning and those adults in school #bcedchat
    In reply to @LS_Karl
  • SMooreBC May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Late but trying. Being side tracked by the most important Mothers Day Meal ever! #BCEdChat
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Dude. Dont' sell yourself short. You're a leader in the state too. #bcedchat
    In reply to @edcampOSjr
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    One of our Qs is on that theme - be sure to ask it as part of the convo as well. Participants can drive this as much as we do! #bcedchat
    In reply to @RobPaynterSD61
  • missbeatovic May 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    definitely! Still learning how to challenge my higher kids in a play based environment #bcedchat
    In reply to @PatPattrott
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    That is sooooo cute. #HappyMothersDay #bcedchat
    • SMooreBC May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
      Late but trying. Being side tracked by the most important Mothers Day Meal ever! #BCEdChat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    Great to pick up tools and strengthen practice from new experiences! #bcedchat
    In reply to @missbeatovic
  • HowardKiyuna May 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A1: Most recent change is going to a full day block schedule. All day math/science w/1 class. Anyone else done this? #BCEdChat
  • Halessharon May 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    I moved my way down to K over past 20+ years. Glad I started with higher grades then moved down. Gives perspective on students. #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27, @ChristineYH
  • missbeatovic May 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    and amazing colleagues helping a new teacher out has been amazing! #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    ----> Q2: What do you recall about those change years? #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A2: For me, change years always stressful - time spent on forging new relationships, learning new curric areas, finding resources #bcedchat
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    Awesome. Taking on those leadership roles are usually through others seeing your potential. #bcedchat
    In reply to @edcampOSjr
  • Halessharon May 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    What's talking tables? #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @LS_Karl, @missbeatovic
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Yup. Always looking for new challenges. Love #sd43 and the opportunities for learning. #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • Halessharon May 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2 STRESSFUL!!!! #bcedchat
  • rilmcknight May 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Late join to #bcedchat. April from sunshine coast
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    A2: Change from teaching outside - environmental ed - to teaching in a classroom was a BIG one. Made my head spin. #bcedchat
  • HowardKiyuna May 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    My sister did the same. She figured she could have a greater impact if she got them earlier. Then she went back for Spec Ed cred. #BCEdChat
    In reply to @Halessharon, @jfprovencher27, @ChristineYH
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    A2. During the change years... It's stressful. No question. Uncertainty is not easy. #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    Hi April. Good to see you #bcedchat
    In reply to @rilmcknight
  • Visschinspired May 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    This year has been one of the biggest - new curric, totally flipped assessment on its head... leaped before we looked a bit 2 much #bcedchat
  • rilmcknight May 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A1: I am the seven year itch girl. I leave divisions every 7 years or so. Taught all ma & sc fr 7-12, foods, pe, tech & mandarin #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Acknowledging the challenges associated with change is part of growth. #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2: for me, change is an invigoration. Change is the norm. The stress comes when I'm not in flux. (Also, coffee calms me) #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A1: Private school teacher to public school teacher. #bcedchat
    In reply to @bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2: Uncertainty! Questionning everything, trying to stay on top of it all. I am excited to return to the class, but I'm nervous! #bcedchat
  • rilmcknight May 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Thanks buddy #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • missbeatovic May 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2. Still don't know what I'm teaching in sept so a change is coming, but colleagues willing to support and share is so important #bcedchat
  • dssmithduncan May 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Roller coaster. Trying to figure out gender differences in Ed and trying to figure out how to interact with primary students :) #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • dnembhard43 May 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Denise from coquitlam. I'll be in and out tonight. #bcedchat
  • MsWallisClassA May 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    #bcedchat My name is Shaireen A1: An IB English teacher....now a K1 teacher for the past 3 years...and next year it's middle school!
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Yes. New Curriculum created "disruption" for all... Which is good for all of us to some extent. #bcedchat
    In reply to @Visschinspired
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    That's a big change. What differences did you see (positive and negative)? #bcedchat
    In reply to @JJ_Burry, @bcedchat
  • AssignmentHelpN May 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    #bcedchat #CVESDChat #TPEPchat The Ultimate Compilation of 60 Ways To Use an iPad in the Classroom https://t.co/Du9eR0MYRB
  • dssmithduncan May 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A2 Roller coaster. Trying to figure out gender differences in Ed and trying to figure out how to interact with primary students:) #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    So much change! I think we've all learned how to deal better + do better if / when there is another big change #bcedchat
    In reply to @Visschinspired
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    You speak Mandarin too??? You make me sick. #LOL #bcedchat
    In reply to @rilmcknight
  • lyndasuelew May 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Me, too! Definitely moved out of my comfort zone. Rejuvenating...perfect descriptor!#bcedchat
    In reply to @lizbellteacher
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Hi Denise... Welcome to #bcedchat
    In reply to @dnembhard43
  • andredaughty May 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A2. I've always had great leadership who would help me through the change w/o judgement, no matter how fast or slow I evolved. #BCedchat
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    The private school was specifically for ED students, so I saw many differences. :/ #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Love the idea of moving "out of the comfort zone" as a NEW NORM. Wish that for all of us. #bcedchat
    In reply to @lyndasuelew, @lizbellteacher
  • rilmcknight May 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    sorry lived in china for a year and it rubbed off. I wont mention the other languages I speak. hehe. #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Now that's change. I went from IB biology/AP Calculus to 'talking tables' for EAL kindergarten. So much fun! #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsWallisClassA
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    ---> Q3: What circumstances provoked you to engage in change? #bcedchat
  • _Ms_J May 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    A2: There is an unrealistic expectation to provide a course as nimble as someone w/ as much experience w/ the course/grade. #bcedchat
  • edcampOSjr May 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    A2 I loved the change, kept me on my toes, diff challenges. Didnt know it was my growth mindset back then, but thats what it was #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    Have you been @ same school sites or diff ones in your changes? What qualities did the leaders have that made you feel supported? #bcedchat
    In reply to @andredaughty
  • rilmcknight May 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    the change is worth it and you probably brought some interesting ideas #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    Love that mindset... LOOKING FOR CHANGE. #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    It's a block of teaching reading/speaking skills to Ks in small rotating groups. Love it. Came from EAL instruction. #BCEdChat
    In reply to @Halessharon, @LS_Karl, @missbeatovic
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A3 Env.l ed was still testing the waters in education for me. Decided it was my life's work, so went to get a credential &masters #bcedchat
  • HowardKiyuna May 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A8: I chose a class change mid yr to meet a need. Required moving my sched as well. Glad I did it but it emptied my tank. #BCEdChat
  • jfprovencher27 May 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A3 they put me in principalship without a mentor. i had to find my network #bcedchat
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A3 Env. ed was still testing the waters in education for me. Decided it was my life's work, so went to get a credential &masters #bcedchat
  • HowardKiyuna May 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A3: I chose a class change mid yr to meet a need. Required moving my sched as well. Glad I did it but it emptied my tank. #BCEdChat
  • dssmithduncan May 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A3 combination of person interest and admin's needs.d #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    So worth it. I never thought I would love elementary so much. #bcedchat #neverabaddaywithrecess
    In reply to @rilmcknight
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    Sometimes that unrealistic expectation comes from within as well. Need to acknowledge where it's coming from & take a step back. #bcedchat
    In reply to @_Ms_J
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    Oops! Missed this one! Good evening #bcedchat! I'm Jess, and I teach 7th grade ELA.
    In reply to @bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    We were talking about setting up an online chat video room for same gr Ts to share to help w/ this, like twitter chat but w/video. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • lizbellteacher May 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A3. wanted to try new things - some new curric inspired; decided it was too hard to do new things in an old place. So I jumped! #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    Hi Jess... good to see you at #bcedchat
    In reply to @JJ_Burry, @bcedchat
  • Visschinspired May 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A3: Good q! A combo of necessity, desire to improve, & obedience! #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Love that... YOU JUMPED. Good for you. Love that you were looking for change. #bcedchat
    In reply to @lizbellteacher
  • bcedchat May 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    We hope you’re enjoying the chat tonight! Remember, we chat every Sunday at 7 pm PST! #bcedchat
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Thanks! I live in Texas, but I enjoy this chat! 👀👀 #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH, @bcedchat
  • edcampOSjr May 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3: At that time, desire to try a new challenge/role in education! For this upcoming year, frustration w/ the systems in education #bcedchat
  • rilmcknight May 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A2: my adhd makes me bored easy, so change is always a good thing. I always start a new student led project at every place #bcedchat
  • _Ms_J May 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3: I regularly put myself outside of my comfort zone to remind myself what it is like to learn something new w/ varying results #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Good idea. Tap into the community when needed. Just have a Google hangout link you can click on anytime to access community? #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3: All comes back to being a learner and loving to try new things (that's how I got to go China 4 times to present) #bcedchat
  • _Ms_J May 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    A3: If I had the $ I would do my doctorate. #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    A3. Not sure if I was looking for change. May not have been as proactive as @brynmw but... change happens if you want it or not. #bcedchat
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    I get bored easily, too. I love planning new things! (👀👀I've already started planning lessons/projects for next year...) #bcedchat
    In reply to @rilmcknight
  • rilmcknight May 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    coaching at first district, then high altitude ballooning, then rc helicopters and now solar powered arduino projects.#bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A3: From ON to BC - wanted to live in the mountains. From class to office- wanted to work more with Ts + share what I know and do. #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Do it. #doctorate #bcedchat
    In reply to @_Ms_J
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    I would so be there with you! That is my next formal edu-hope. #bcedchat
    In reply to @_Ms_J
  • Visschinspired May 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A3: change positions - desire to learn more deeply about how to support struggling students. & find a good model for LST #bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A3: Back to the class for a year to test out all I've learnt + come back better - or stay in the class if I really love it again! #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A3: The changes coming are chosen by me! I want to expand my knowledge, push my practice, and strengthen cross-curric scaffolding #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Change... by following your passion. LOVE THIS. #bcedchat
    In reply to @Visschinspired
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Exactly. Change happens so embrace and learn with the flow. #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • rilmcknight May 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    So agree... I never teach the same thing more than 2 years in a row #bcedchat.
    In reply to @JJ_Burry
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    Where are you? #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz
  • _Ms_J May 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    A3: Sometimes, change means 1) embracing the suck 2) committing to it like you own it 3) Looking for the beauty. #bcedchat
  • ChrisWejr May 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    My mom's advice to me was to switch positions every 5-7 years just for this reason. She did this her whole teaching career #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH, @lyndasuelew, @lizbellteacher
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    We were hoping to have a given chat time - the Ts we talked to want to be able to speak to others + get feedback / share #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A3: I'm provoked to change mostly by my determination to improve. #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    Yay. Good to see you Chris. Welcome to #bcedchat. Words to live by. Wished it was common practice. #bcedchat
    • ChrisWejr May 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT
      My mom's advice to me was to switch positions every 5-7 years just for this reason. She did this her whole teaching career #bcedchat
      In reply to @ChristineYH, @lyndasuelew, @lizbellteacher
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    Ah, I see. Have you considered Voxer channel? Voice threads for just in time support too. #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz
  • rilmcknight May 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A3: the itch for change and new things #bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    I'm a District teacher mentor at the board office now, heading to 4/5 in L'école des Pionniers Port Coquitlam next year :) #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    Who are you? Love it. "Determined to improve." Yes. A classic learner. #boom #bcedchat
    In reply to @JJ_Burry
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    I don't mind teaching the same thing, but I hardly ever approach it the same way (or even finish it the same way). #bcedchat
    In reply to @rilmcknight
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    ---> Q4: What supports did you/will you receive when making this change? What supports did you/do you expect to find? #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    Ohhhh.... I see. That's a big change. #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz
  • brynca6 May 14 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    #bcedchat Hi all. Bryn from Kelowna. Just jumping in now...
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    This embracing and searching for change keeps you young at heart and always learning. #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChrisWejr, @ChristineYH, @lyndasuelew, @lizbellteacher
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    From Ontario to BC? It was a lot of paperwork but was an easy process #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    Hi Bryn! Great to see you again at #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynca6
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    A4 Excited to learn about mentoring program for admins in #sd42. #bcedchat
  • rilmcknight May 14 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    I agree, but I have too many interests so I love sharing my knowledge in all of them and that doesn't fit in a school year #bcedchat
    In reply to @JJ_Burry
  • missbeatovic May 14 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    A4. Colleagues who have been teaching in that area for a while, resources from district, support from admin #bcedchat
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    Lol! Sometimes I'm a bit of a perfectionist, which isn't always a good thing... since things are seldom perfect in the classroom. #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    Great to have another Bryn on board! Hope the floods are affecting you badly. #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynca6
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    Hey... It's cool to have lots of interests. Keeps one ALIVE. #bcedchat
    In reply to @rilmcknight, @JJ_Burry
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    I have the same problem!! I'm always trying to squeeze in little activities I know they'll love even though we don't have "time." #bcedchat
    In reply to @rilmcknight
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    I hear that - feel that. The first step is acknowledging that and moving through it when you recognize it in action! #bcedchat
    In reply to @JJ_Burry, @ChristineYH
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    A4: Good question! Going to my new school Tuesday to ask questions + see what ressources are in the class! #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    A4. Support as I was transitioning... but really??? One can only accept support is one is ready to receive it. Then, go find it. #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    Aren't??? (!!!!) #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @brynca6
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    I'd love to hear what they do at #sd42 as we are looking for changing our supports to new admin at #sd43. #bcedchat
    In reply to @LS_Karl
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    A4 Been excited to have VPs in #sd42 reach out to chat w/ me. Meeting w/ @cheryl_schwarz tomorrow! #bcedchat
  • _Ms_J May 14 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    A4: teaching online is challenging. Usually, you are the only subject/grade teacher & competitive BC model = difficulty sharing #bcedchat
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    This is exactly why I'm constantly changing... #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @ChristineYH
  • brynca6 May 14 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    A4 #bcedchat Support is key to any change. Colleagues, admin, family. People believing in you & removing barriers as they can is huge.
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    Right. AREN'T affecting you badly. The first one seems really mean...sorry Bryn. I'll fix that tweet #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @brynca6
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    I'll keep u in the loop - heard a little preso about it a week ago was excited they're starting it next yr. Good timing for me :) #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    1/2 Yes, but so exciting! For the past 5 years I've been leading proD + team teaching. The new curriculum has me excited about #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • _Ms_J May 14 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    Sometimes you have to just say, "This is my best under the circumstances." We know we can always do better, eh!? #bcedchat
    In reply to @JJ_Burry, @ChristineYH
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    One of the best things admin can do is remove red tape. #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynca6
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  • MsWallisClassA May 14 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    Hmmmm....sounds like I'm not the only one who's a perfectionist :) #bcedchat
    In reply to @JJ_Burry, @ChristineYH
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    2/2 having my own class + all the projects I will be able to do with them! Putting into action what i've learnt in my current job #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    Great to have another Bryn on board! Hope the floods aren't affecting you badly. #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynca6
  • literateowl May 14 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    Comfort zone? I'm so bipolar I'm not sure what is flat? Round? I don't know what Comfort is? - seriously. #bcedchat
    In reply to @_Ms_J
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    I can see that happening. Too bad. #bcedchat
    In reply to @_Ms_J
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    No! But thank you for the suggestion. I'll check it out. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • Visschinspired May 14 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    A4: colleagues, helping teachers, pro-d. 2 be honest, most is self directed/ initiated by desire to learn #bcedchat
  • RosePillay1 May 14 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    I applied for tickets to @TEDxWestVanED! Wish me luck! Have you applied yet? #bcedchat @perfinker @GabrielPillay1 @GalBlessin @ChristineYH
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    That's brutal. Making education a zero sum game is awful for all involved. #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH, @_Ms_J
  • _Ms_J May 14 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    A4: Online is much more of a business model. That is still uneasy for me. We need a regional DL model for many reasons #bcedchat
  • lizbellteacher May 14 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    A4. been diving into twitter this year - LOTS of support from my tweeps! Thanks so much!! #bcedchat
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    Most of the time... except the perfectionist says, "nope... you could've done such and such instead..." and it's right... #bcedchat
    In reply to @_Ms_J, @ChristineYH
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    Definitely not! #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsWallisClassA, @ChristineYH
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    Definitely. My role is to make the space for teachers to do what they do best. Teach in all its forms. I'll worry about the rest. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @brynca6
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    ---> Q5: What would you do differently when pursuing/enduring change in your teaching career? #bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    So much this! #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    A5: As I'm in the midst of a major change, this is a very hard question. #bcedchat
  • edcampOSjr May 14 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    A4: For this upcoming years change, support from my PLN for sure, mentors, family. #bcedchat
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A5 I would have asked for help more as a new T. #bcedchat Going to do my best not to make that mistake as a new admin :)
  • technolandy May 14 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A4 networking support has always been important when embracing change (mental or physical) to know we have support to fall back on #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A5. Leave feeling good about my decision. No second guessing. Can the grass be greener looking back? #bcedchat #shouldnotmatter
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    Sorry, I must have missed this. What are you doing next year? #bcedchat
    In reply to @edcampOSjr
  • Visschinspired May 14 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A4:Lots of support around changing curriculum/reporting, but you have to be open to change. Lots of 'what' but not a lot of "how" #bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A5: Reach out more - ask more questions - be less afraid of making mistakes - take more risks #bcedchat
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A4: I feel that I am strongly supported by my admins, which helps me feel more confident as an educator. #bcedchat
  • _Ms_J May 14 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    There are 60+ online schools all vying for the same market. Private online schools are growing mostly b/c $ > private f2f. #bcedchat
    In reply to @LS_Karl, @ChristineYH
  • edcampOSjr May 14 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A4: I would ask different questions. So much that I've learned recently about my position is because I didn't ask the right ?'s #bcedchat
  • jfprovencher27 May 14 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A5 pacing and make a plan, surround yourself with great people and mentors #bcedchat
  • MsWallisClassA May 14 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    More confidence in myself and doing what I believe in...teaching from the heart. #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    Knowing the "right" Qs in the moment is tough... I'm asking a lot of Qs right now. Won't find out if they're right until later #bcedchat
    In reply to @edcampOSjr
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    A5: I'm not sure what I would do differently. I'm pretty open to change in my teaching career. #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • rilmcknight May 14 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    I enjoy looking back and seeing what has continued and what was dropped when I left the school. Helps ground me #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    A5: Change will happen if I'm the driver or the passenger. The key is to enjoy the ride and don't try to capsize the boat. #bcedchat
  • _Ms_J May 14 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    What is ahead for you Christine? #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    We're lucky that we usually get a second chance - can revise / come back to it this same year or do it better the next time! #bcedchat
    In reply to @JJ_Burry, @_Ms_J, @ChristineYH
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    Jess... we should be friends. I like your attitude. #bcedchat
    In reply to @JJ_Burry
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    Agreed. #bcedchat
    • jfprovencher27 May 14 @ 10:41 PM EDT
      follow your intuition
      In reply to @ChristineYH
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    The choice to learn from decisions, but nor second guess them, is a big one! #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • andredaughty May 14 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    A5. I'd approach it from teaching perspectives vs tech perspectives. Teaching practice > using tech and I love technology! #BCedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    That's the beauty of the amount of autonomy in our system. It forgives and promotes learning, not just sitting in failure #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz, @JJ_Burry, @_Ms_J, @ChristineYH
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    I like that. Connects with making space for new plants and 'a weed is a misplaced flower'. #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynca6, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    Lots. Just finishing up my dissertation. Hope to defend soon. Teaching now at SFU. Love to do more. Looking forward. #bcedchat
    In reply to @_Ms_J
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    Definitely! The majority of the time, it's better the next time around. #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz, @_Ms_J, @ChristineYH
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    :) Sounds like a plan! #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    Hard not to dwell on the positive fruits of past work. We don't often look back at the initial challenges we would have faced #bcedchat
    In reply to @LS_Karl, @ChristineYH
  • jfprovencher27 May 14 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    this chat is... #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    Brynges. You've got it. #bcedchat
    • brynmw May 14 @ 10:41 PM EDT
      A5: Change will happen if I'm the driver or the passenger. The key is to enjoy the ride and don't try to capsize the boat. #bcedchat
  • _Ms_J May 14 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A5: I've always been 'ahead' of the change curve by 5-10 years but ironically that isn't always understood. #bcedchat
  • bcedchat May 14 @ 10:45 PM EDT
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  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    Are you enjoying yourself on #bcedchat? This is funny. :)
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    Self-reflections can help after making mistakes. Then you'll know what to do differently next time. #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    Thanks Christine. I think that term is sticking, so I'm embracing it. #brynges #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    Currently I'm teaching EDUC 454. Taught EDUC 471. Love education. #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27, @_Ms_J
  • missbeatovic May 14 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A5. Have a HUGE growth mindset #bcedchat
  • JanetChowMSc May 14 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    Awesome thoughts #bcedchat Just popped in
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    ---> Q6: What changes, if any, are you looking for in the next few years of your career? Beyond? #bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    I mentored group of 6 new Ts this year. Made me reflect a lot about my first years. Shared a lot of sturggles + success with them #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @LS_Karl, @ChristineYH
  • _Ms_J May 14 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    A5: 10 years ago I was doing gamification, differentiated learning. 5+ years Design Thinking but admin did not 'get it'. #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    Oh snap. #brynges #bcedchat
    • brynmw May 14 @ 10:45 PM EDT
      Thanks Christine. I think that term is sticking, so I'm embracing it. #brynges #bcedchat
      In reply to @ChristineYH
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    Welcome, Jan! Great to see you here tonight! #bcedchat
    In reply to @JanetChowMSc
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    Tell me more about design thinking. Do you have any links/resources? #bcedchat
    In reply to @_Ms_J
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    I think the best skill a T can have is self-reflection. Always trying to do better + make learning meaningful for all our Ss! #bcedchat
    In reply to @JJ_Burry
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    A6: If I knew the changes, I'd prepare....I love what I do right now and have no idea what's next, except there will be change. #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    Great when someone can see a growth area for you that you can't! #bcedchat
    In reply to @andredaughty
  • JanetChowMSc May 14 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    Hi. Great topic tonight #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    Brynges = BRIDGES. @brynmw Bridges the gaps.... EVERYWHERE. It's a gift. #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynca6, @brynmw, @brynmw
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    The struggle is where the major learning happens. Hard to accept that in the moment. #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz, @LS_Karl, @ChristineYH
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    A6: I'm looking to create a more innovative learning environment in my classroom: more student choice and voice. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • brynca6 May 14 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    A6 I am moving jobs again. Turns out Gr 2 is not my jam & am headed back to LAT but in 6-8 this time. So excited! #bcedchat
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    The sharing struggles and choosing to be vulnerable - as a mentor - is super powerful for the new Ts you are mentoring, I bet! #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz, @MsVictoriaOlson, @ChristineYH
  • rilmcknight May 14 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    A6: I am always open to change and one never knows when an new opportunity can come along... or maybe just retirement in 3 yrs #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    A6. Just made my 10 year plan. Teach at the university. Research. Stay connected to the K-12 system. Have fun. Follow my passion. #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    So great to hear that! Do you let students govern your class space? That has been powerful for me. #bcedchat
    In reply to @JJ_Burry
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    Now I'm blushing. #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynca6, @ChristineYH
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    Get outta here. Either go pro-golf or share the love in education. #bcedchat
    In reply to @rilmcknight
  • rilmcknight May 14 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    that sounds amazing. if you ever need a sounding board i love that stuff #bcedchat
    In reply to @JJ_Burry, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    A6: Next year, move to higher intermediate grades. Then, who knows? Pedagogy coaching? Leadership? Not sure. #bcedchat
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  • brynca6 May 14 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A6 Education is always changing...rarely the same kids in front of you twice. Diff. Kids = diff needs & approches. #bcedchat
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    That is awesome, Christine. So proud to know you and call you my friend. #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • JanetChowMSc May 14 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    Looking forward to the unknown...imagining, exploring an testing whats possible. #bcedchat
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    I don't have a whole lot of class space, but I'm working on creating a choice-driven writer's workshop. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    Thanks Bryn. Right back at you. #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    I have learnt as much from them as they have from me! Reminds me that experience does not equal expertise - we are all learners #bcedchat
    In reply to @LS_Karl, @MsVictoriaOlson, @ChristineYH
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    Thanks! #bcedchat
    In reply to @rilmcknight, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • _Ms_J May 14 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    .. wait until your dissertation is done. Once you go down the rabbit hole of #designthinking brain sparkles happen :) #bcedchat #dtk12chat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • lizbellteacher May 14 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A6. Started mentoring new T's - want to do more of that. Also more presenting / talks - maybe an Ignite sometime! New challenges! #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    And this is also part of the recipe of a great leader! #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz, @LS_Karl, @ChristineYH
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    Love brain sparkles. #bcedchat
  • andredaughty May 14 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A6. I want to be able to continue helping Oklahoma's educational system. #BCedchat
  • rilmcknight May 14 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    I guess we will see what the wind blows my way #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    ---> Q7: What advice or tips would you give a colleague who is in the midst of change? #bcedchat
  • _Ms_J May 14 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    Doing something 'innovative' is challenging if there aren't champions & a different design mindset. #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A6: Next year: I am looking forward to putting into practice all i've learnt over the past 5 years + being in a school full time! #bcedchat
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    I am so looking forward to learning with you on that journey, Andre. #bcedchat
    In reply to @andredaughty
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A7: Breathe. Ask for help. Breathe. Change dies not destroy, it creates. #bcedchat
  • corbettdoug May 14 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    teaching with HEART is the responsibility of every educator - nothing should silence our instructional HEARTBEAT #educhat #bcedchat #bced
  • bcedchat May 14 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    Follow the people you have met in this chat - you will find they are the resource. #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    I don't mean physical space only, but also social use of the space. (where you work, etc.) #bcedchat https://t.co/9ohRVzPqf5
    In reply to @JJ_Burry
  • jfprovencher27 May 14 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    A7 resilience and perseverance. You ideas are gerat stay open to other ideas but don't let your ideas get away because of admin #bcedchat
  • MsWallisClassA May 14 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    Jess, I'm curious to know what that would look like....I'm trying to redesign the way I teach/inspire writing for next year #bcedchat
    In reply to @JJ_Burry, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • LS_Karl May 14 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    A7 Ask. For. Help. #bcedchat
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    A7: Don't forget to breathe. #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • brynca6 May 14 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    A7 Often people need an empathetic ear more than advice. I would listen as they move through change. #bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    A6: Beyond: Admin? Consulting? I just got a contract to give #designthinking workshops in ON. Hoping that opens some new doors! #bcedchat
  • bcedchat May 14 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    We need your topic suggestions! Please suggest a topic for a future #bcedchat here: https://t.co/gT195rXzC1
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    #bcedchat's Summer Slow Chat series is coming this summer! Want some questions asked? Suggest them here: https://t.co/isRKgDbPCI
  • rilmcknight May 14 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    A7: I always say to jump in with both feet and enjoy the change. It helps for our personal growth and internal revelation #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    A7. I like @Jfprovencher comment earlier... FOLLOW YOUR INTUITION. Trust. If you get that feeling... then, you know what to do. #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    Breathing is good. #bcedchat
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    If admin are blocking your change, that is very sad and perhaps bigger changes are necessary. Life is too short for negatives. #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    A7: Definitely echo asking for help. Find a community that can support you in your change!! #bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz May 14 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    A7: Don't be afraid to reach out + ask for help. We've all been there + can offer support or connect you w/ someone who can help #bcedchat
  • pratikg48399962 May 14 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    Zaza #MothersDay #racism San Antonio #KUWTK #ShadesOfBlue Kawhi #bcedchat https://t.co/hihV8TpwkV
  • ChristineYH May 14 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    I soooooo agree. FIND YOUR TRIBE. #bcedchat
    • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:57 PM EDT
      A7: Definitely echo asking for help. Find a community that can support you in your change!! #bcedchat
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    Ask four help? Only four? I'd go for six, at least. Oh wait....nevermind. #bcedchat
    In reply to @LS_Karl
  • bcedchat May 14 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    Thank you for joining #bcedchat tonight! There will be no #bcechat next Sunday due to Victoria Day long weekend.
  • edcampOSjr May 14 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    A6: Leaving the classroom next year is scary but exciting. Really looking to change Sch/Admn ideas about PD, CS &Math in my County #bcedchat
  • JJ_Burry May 14 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    I am modeling my idea from another I saw on Twitter (a smaller scale). I'll find the link for you. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsWallisClassA, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • andredaughty May 14 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    A7. It's okay to weigh the change. Check to see if it's really about helping your students or if it's fluff. #BCedchat
  • bcedchat May 14 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    Please join #bcedchat in two weeks on May 28th at 7pm PST for our topic “Teacher Leaders.”
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    I am so proud that #bcedchat takes a long weekend for @MsVictoriaOlson
    In reply to @bcedchat, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • jfprovencher27 May 14 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    thanks for hosting, nice to meet everyone #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson May 14 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    Lol ;) I mean... #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @bcedchat
  • brynmw May 14 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    Thank you, @MsVictoriaOlson and @ChristineYH for moderating an amazing #bcedchat on change.
  • edcampOSjr May 14 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    A7: Seek advice/input early, often, and throughout. Know your value & stand up for and speak up for yourself and others always #bcedchat