#BFC530 Archive

The Breakfast Club – #BFC530 – is a 15 minute, 1 question Twitter chat every weekday. We chat in 4 timezones Mon-Fri – 5:30am Eastern, Central, Mountain, and Pacific Times. The mission of BFC is to empower participants to make a difference in education by engaging in consistent reflective practice in a supportive community that inspires and challenges one another.

Wednesday January 17, 2018
5:30 AM EST

  • BFC530 - Moderator Jan 17 @ 5:30 AM EST
    We all make mistakes, how do you make them a teachable moment for the Ss? #bfc530
  • CoachKCullen Jan 17 @ 5:30 AM EST
    Good Morning #bfc530 Continuing to snow here in NW NJ We are delayed but a closing is within the realm of possibility. (Although I heard the plows while walking the pup)
  • SusZanti5 Jan 17 @ 5:30 AM EST
    Good morning friends and welcome to Wednesday, shout out to those who inspire-like you #bfc530 Connecting daily-life, learning & lots of ☕️
  • crockow8 Jan 17 @ 5:30 AM EST
    Good Morning #bfc530 friends! Connie from NY checking in
  • dawnkingCCPS Jan 17 @ 5:30 AM EST
    Us too and it just started falling 😂❄️ #bfc530
    In reply to @kathyiwanicki
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:30 AM EST
    Pretty exciting... and then step daughter's wedding on Saturday... crazy times #bfc530
    In reply to @kathyiwanicki
  • bridget_adam Jan 17 @ 5:31 AM EST
    There was a lot of hype about a snow day for us, but it’s not in the cards today. #BFC530
  • crockow8 Jan 17 @ 5:31 AM EST
    Life is good Carl! #bfc530
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @kathyiwanicki
  • kathyiwanicki Jan 17 @ 5:31 AM EST
    I am so happy for you! #bfc530
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • biologygoddess Jan 17 @ 5:31 AM EST
    Here too, so now I can make my parent calls, snow day means more time for prep work #bfc530
    In reply to @kathyiwanicki
  • kmichellehowell Jan 17 @ 5:31 AM EST
    Good morning friends! #bfc530
  • bridget_adam Jan 17 @ 5:32 AM EST
    Well, first off, I highlight my own mistakes! #BFC530
  • kmichellehowell Jan 17 @ 5:32 AM EST
    Good morning, Susan! #bfc530
    In reply to @SusZanti5
  • casehighprinc Jan 17 @ 5:32 AM EST
    Acknowledge your mistake and be transparent how you will make it better. Model iteration. #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:32 AM EST
    Really important that students see you modelling: - admitting you are wrong - taking responsibility for your action - repairing your wrong #bfc530
  • bohndrake Jan 17 @ 5:32 AM EST
    I keep checking https://t.co/18xWrbdaUw every two minutes, I thought I'd see some closings by now ! #bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen
  • abbeydick Jan 17 @ 5:32 AM EST
    Abbey from Malden, MA. Unfortunately no snow day for us. 😥 #bfc530
  • kathyiwanicki Jan 17 @ 5:32 AM EST
    Tuesdays at 7; #2pencilchat; @abookforfrances take over #bfc530
    In reply to @crockow8, @iruntech, @abookforfrances, @MagicPantsJones, @VtheLearner, @abookforfrances
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:32 AM EST
    Thanks #bfc530
    In reply to @crockow8, @kathyiwanicki
  • mrfieldmanchs Jan 17 @ 5:32 AM EST
    great news ! How did she like NJ #bfc530
  • biologygoddess Jan 17 @ 5:32 AM EST
    #bfc530
    In reply to @bohndrake, @dawnkingCCPS
  • kathyiwanicki Jan 17 @ 5:33 AM EST
    Yup..I brought stuff home too. Need to redo plans again. #bfc530
    In reply to @biologygoddess
  • LaurenPorosoff Jan 17 @ 5:33 AM EST
    Can’t any mistake become a teachable moment if we just notice and name it? “Here’s what I tried. Here’s how it failed. Here what I’ll try next. Here’s why it’s worthwhile to keep trying.” #bfc530
  • DrKnicki Jan 17 @ 5:33 AM EST
    Morning friends! #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:33 AM EST
    This is the leaving JFK pic #bfc530
    In reply to @crockow8, @kathyiwanicki
  • mrfieldmanchs Jan 17 @ 5:33 AM EST
    down in South NJ It's light flurries not sticking at all ! #bfc530
    • CoachKCullen Jan 17 @ 5:30 AM EST
      Good Morning #bfc530 Continuing to snow here in NW NJ We are delayed but a closing is within the realm of possibility. (Although I heard the plows while walking the pup)
  • TCMSPrincipal Jan 17 @ 5:33 AM EST
    Good morning #bfc530 friends! A snow day here in VA. To make my northern friends laugh, it hasn't started snowing yet, but we r our.
  • abbeydick Jan 17 @ 5:33 AM EST
    When I make a mistake with a student, I make a big deal of apologizing and explaining myself. There’s no shame in being wrong if you reflect and improve. Sincerity! #bfc530
  • kathyiwanicki Jan 17 @ 5:33 AM EST
    #this #bfc530
    • LaurenPorosoff Jan 17 @ 5:33 AM EST
      Can’t any mistake become a teachable moment if we just notice and name it? “Here’s what I tried. Here’s how it failed. Here what I’ll try next. Here’s why it’s worthwhile to keep trying.” #bfc530
  • Ree1reeWilson Jan 17 @ 5:33 AM EST
    Omg we constantly have what I refer to as “epic fails” in our baking lessons every week..we embrace them..we laugh at ourselves as adults and we start each lesson by saying “it will look nothing like the picture, but it will taste good “ 🤔😆#bfc530
    In reply to @BFC530
  • bridget_adam Jan 17 @ 5:34 AM EST
    If I make a mistake, specifically one around a teacher/student relationship, I apologize. #BFC530
  • CoachKCullen Jan 17 @ 5:34 AM EST
    I think my wife jinxed it. She told my daughters & I last night it would end early enough to clear the roads to keep it a delay. It's also wishful thinking on her part, she wants some peace & quiet instead of all of us home on her day off LOL #bfc530
    In reply to @bohndrake
  • DrCSJones Jan 17 @ 5:34 AM EST
    Good morning #bfc530! Happy #WelcomeSignWednesday! Be sure to smile and say hi to an extra person today!
  • MsCommins108 Jan 17 @ 5:34 AM EST
    #bfc530 I am very honest with #students when I make mistakes. I have no problem, saying, "Sorry, everyone, I did not explain that well. Let me give you those directions again." #Students respect your honesty.
  • TCMSPrincipal Jan 17 @ 5:34 AM EST
    Any time I make a mistake (which is often), I am always honest with the S & apologize. Then I try & make it right. I think it builds trust w/people in general #bfc530
    In reply to @BFC530
  • gilkatgil Jan 17 @ 5:34 AM EST
    Good morning! It’s been snowing all night and continues, but no delays or cancellations here. #bfc530
    In reply to @TCMSPrincipal
  • CoachKCullen Jan 17 @ 5:35 AM EST
    When I walked the pup a little while ago it was still snowing up here, perhaps an inch. #bfc530
    In reply to @mrfieldmanchs
  • AssignmentHelpN Jan 17 @ 5:35 AM EST
    7 Effective Habits of Writing the Best College Application Essay https://t.co/EDtWOHuw0P #BFC530 #edchat #edtech
  • kmichellehowell Jan 17 @ 5:35 AM EST
    I tell them/show them when I mess up. I make it as safe as possible for them to feel that it’s ok to make mistakes. Then we work through our mistakes to fix them if at all possible. The Most Magnificent Thing is a great book for this! #bfc530
  • susankotch Jan 17 @ 5:35 AM EST
    Good morning! Waking up with a bit of a headache this morning. Hoping it is just that - a headache. Lots of flu going around.... #bfc530
  • dawnkingCCPS Jan 17 @ 5:35 AM EST
    I brought stuff home too. Guess I’m up now so can make a pot (instead of a cup) of coffee and get started. #bfc530
    In reply to @kathyiwanicki, @biologygoddess
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:35 AM EST
    Massive experience. Came as probably the best goalkeeper in the league here and found she wasn't the best there. Had to work hard and that's why she went... to learn #bfc530
    In reply to @mrfieldmanchs
  • bohndrake Jan 17 @ 5:35 AM EST
    I always admit my mistakes in class but I also say what I tell my kiddos - " it's okay to make a mistake if you learn from it and try to fix it"- so we also discuss how to fix our mistakes #bfc530
  • MrsMues Jan 17 @ 5:35 AM EST
    GM #bfc530 friends. Owning up to my own mistakes and modeling that it’s normal to make them—especially when learning—seems to work. It humanizes me to the kids who aren’t “good at school” and takes a little pressure off the overachievers. Would love to hear other ideas!
  • mrfieldmanchs Jan 17 @ 5:35 AM EST
    exactly ! #bfc530
    • LaurenPorosoff Jan 17 @ 5:33 AM EST
      Can’t any mistake become a teachable moment if we just notice and name it? “Here’s what I tried. Here’s how it failed. Here what I’ll try next. Here’s why it’s worthwhile to keep trying.” #bfc530
  • gilkatgil Jan 17 @ 5:35 AM EST
    I’m pretty envious! #bfc530
    In reply to @kathyiwanicki
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:35 AM EST
    But I'll be surprised if she doesn't come back some time #bfc530
    In reply to @mrfieldmanchs
  • kathyiwanicki Jan 17 @ 5:36 AM EST
    Love that book! #bfc530
    In reply to @kmichellehowell
  • biologygoddess Jan 17 @ 5:36 AM EST
    What? Really!? I'm jealous, you'll have an early summer #bfc530
    In reply to @abbeydick
  • mrfieldmanchs Jan 17 @ 5:36 AM EST
    what a super attitude ! ( hmm wonder where she got it ??) #bfc530
    • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:35 AM EST
      Massive experience. Came as probably the best goalkeeper in the league here and found she wasn't the best there. Had to work hard and that's why she went... to learn #bfc530
      In reply to @mrfieldmanchs
  • CoachKCullen Jan 17 @ 5:36 AM EST
    A delay in the middle of a winter week re energizes everyone. #bfc530
    In reply to @Ree1reeWilson
  • dawnkingCCPS Jan 17 @ 5:36 AM EST
    It has finally started at my house 😂❄️ #bfc530
    In reply to @TCMSPrincipal
  • bridget_adam Jan 17 @ 5:36 AM EST
    I’ve seen “mistakes of the day” used well- no names, just talk about the misconception and acknowledge that mistakes further our understanding and help us grow! #BFC530
  • kathyiwanicki Jan 17 @ 5:36 AM EST
    Honestly, I am tired of them.. #bfc530
    In reply to @gilkatgil
  • SusZanti5 Jan 17 @ 5:36 AM EST
    Teach Ss the concept of “yet” you dint have it yet-but you will! Teach resilience and perseverance! Celebrate the journey! #bfc530 😊
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:36 AM EST
    Actually the focus I am giving my Year 8s this year. Transition from boy to man step 1: Taking responsibility for your actions #bfc530
    In reply to @bohndrake
  • JustinParmenter Jan 17 @ 5:36 AM EST
    I’ve come to embrace my (frequent) mistakes in class as an asset, not see them as a liability. Teachers have to be clear with students that making mistakes is part of being human, and what’s important is how we react, learn, grow from them. #bfc530
  • bohndrake Jan 17 @ 5:36 AM EST
    Haha. Guess I can't blame her. I need a snow day or I'll never get my house on the market !#bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen
  • DrCSJones Jan 17 @ 5:37 AM EST
    Admit the mistake, be vulnerable, and then model the growth that is possible. Show students that mistakes are inevitable, but lead to success if we learn from them. Be a student first and a teacher second. #bfc530
  • DennisDill Jan 17 @ 5:37 AM EST
    We al make mistakes ... it is all part of learning ...I think as educators we try to sugarcoat mistakes. “You did a really good job here. I like how you put your name on the paper, but your answer of 354 for 2 + 2 is not quite correct.” #bfc530
  • TCMSPrincipal Jan 17 @ 5:37 AM EST
    It always amazes me. My dad was a sup in VA, but grew up in Duluth MN. We NEVER got a snow day growing up. #bfc530
    In reply to @gilkatgil
  • SusZanti5 Jan 17 @ 5:37 AM EST
    Two hour delay here! 😊 #bfc530
  • philosophypaul Jan 17 @ 5:37 AM EST
    #BFC530 For mistakes make it a good save. Identify the problem and the solution or invite proposals for solutions when unresolved.
    In reply to @BFC530
  • carlameyrink Jan 17 @ 5:37 AM EST
    And teaching kids how to apologize meaningfully is huge! #bfc530
    • MsCommins108 Jan 17 @ 5:34 AM EST
      #bfc530 I am very honest with #students when I make mistakes. I have no problem, saying, "Sorry, everyone, I did not explain that well. Let me give you those directions again." #Students respect your honesty.
  • MsCommins108 Jan 17 @ 5:37 AM EST
    #bfc530 Also, when you make a mistake, do apologize. If you call a #student by the wrong name, or realize you didn't make enough copies of something, say "sorry." #Students deserve the same #respect you would give to anyone else.
  • dawnkingCCPS Jan 17 @ 5:37 AM EST
    This! #bfc530
    • kmichellehowell Jan 17 @ 5:35 AM EST
      I tell them/show them when I mess up. I make it as safe as possible for them to feel that it’s ok to make mistakes. Then we work through our mistakes to fix them if at all possible. The Most Magnificent Thing is a great book for this! #bfc530
  • TCMSPrincipal Jan 17 @ 5:37 AM EST
    I'm in Chester. Nothing here yet. I am sure they made the right call. #bfc530
    In reply to @dawnkingCCPS
  • susankotch Jan 17 @ 5:38 AM EST
    Yes! Agree! #bfc530 I always laugh and do the "truck backing up" beeps, then start over. Hey, we are all human. Be sure to give the S's the same courtesy.
    • MsCommins108 Jan 17 @ 5:34 AM EST
      #bfc530 I am very honest with #students when I make mistakes. I have no problem, saying, "Sorry, everyone, I did not explain that well. Let me give you those directions again." #Students respect your honesty.
  • wheeler_laura Jan 17 @ 5:38 AM EST
    Within Math happens all the time. I never allow laughing at others ; #1 rule is respect. Them redo & fix. Working out problems on #VNPS vertical erasable surfaces really helps drive home that mistakes are ok... Work to fix. #bfc530
  • biologygoddess Jan 17 @ 5:38 AM EST
    Me too! But I enjoy the slow morning #bfc530
    In reply to @gilkatgil, @kathyiwanicki
  • ChrisQuinn64 Jan 17 @ 5:38 AM EST
    Mistakes can make us stronger...as long as we move forward without dismissing the potential growth that lies within...students and educators need to take time to reflect and learn...mistakes can be powerful teachers! #bfc530
  • kmichellehowell Jan 17 @ 5:38 AM EST
    Me too! I love the honesty in it when she loses her temper. Most people have those moments—and the story shows kids that it’s ok. #bfc530
    In reply to @kathyiwanicki
  • robinwellshick1 Jan 17 @ 5:38 AM EST
    Gm a space that has the space for trial allows error to happen Ss know how to manage mistakes b4 arrival. Tools arrive with them. #bfc530
  • dawnkingCCPS Jan 17 @ 5:38 AM EST
    Acknowledge and Apologize. Pretty simple. #modeling #bfc530
  • DrKnicki Jan 17 @ 5:38 AM EST
    After reading Mathematics Mindsets, i share my mistakes and as my students know, mistakes make your braim grow!! #growthmindset #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:39 AM EST
    Everything she has learnt has been through rising from disappointment. At 12yo she tried out as State U 16 keeper and missed out. Devoted next 3 years to achieving this and did at 15. Sat on bench for Div 1 Womens team for a year until she proved herself to be No 1 keeper #bfc530
    In reply to @mrfieldmanchs
  • DebbiSab Jan 17 @ 5:39 AM EST
    Morning #bfc530 joining a bit late. We have delay opening. Always say sorry. Especially to kids! #Bfc530
    • MsCommins108 Jan 17 @ 5:37 AM EST
      #bfc530 Also, when you make a mistake, do apologize. If you call a #student by the wrong name, or realize you didn't make enough copies of something, say "sorry." #Students deserve the same #respect you would give to anyone else.
  • MsCommins108 Jan 17 @ 5:39 AM EST
    #bfc530 I think it also makes us more real when we share past mistakes. When I was in #highschool, I had typing class, and I tell #students about all the mistakes I made. Remind them that it is okay to make mistakes.
  • carlameyrink Jan 17 @ 5:39 AM EST
    Do you have to make up these snow days? #bfc530
    In reply to @dawnkingCCPS
  • TCMSPrincipal Jan 17 @ 5:39 AM EST
    What a great perspective Justin! #bfc530 #lessonfortoday
    In reply to @JustinParmenter
  • gilkatgil Jan 17 @ 5:39 AM EST
    One year classes kept a tally of my mistakes. We stopped because it brought out a nasty glee in some Ss and other Ss were upset by it. #bfc530
    In reply to @BFC530
  • kathyiwanicki Jan 17 @ 5:39 AM EST
    That book is simply the best. I love #joboaler. I am currently taking her online class. Love the website as well. She teaches kids so much #bfc530
    In reply to @DrKnicki
  • dawnkingCCPS Jan 17 @ 5:39 AM EST
    Yep! Don’t want to navigate an early dismissal in a bunch of mess! #bfc530
    In reply to @TCMSPrincipal
  • susankotch Jan 17 @ 5:39 AM EST
    Such a great experience for her, Carl! Glad she is home safe and back into summer! Hope she got some skiing time in. #bfc530
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @mrfieldmanchs
  • mrfieldmanchs Jan 17 @ 5:40 AM EST
    modeling that it is OK & safe to make a mistake is vital for the Ss. #bfc530
  • SusZanti5 Jan 17 @ 5:40 AM EST
    Teach kids this! 👍🏻 #bfc530
  • kmichellehowell Jan 17 @ 5:40 AM EST
    #bfc530
    In reply to @DrKnicki
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:40 AM EST
    I'm sure they are making them up. It's 108 degrees here tomorrow #bfc530
    In reply to @carlameyrink, @dawnkingCCPS
  • CoachKCullen Jan 17 @ 5:40 AM EST
    A teacher owning up to a mistake or apologizing to a student/class is powerful. Our display of authenticity will strengthen our relationships w/our students, not weaken it. #bfc530
  • bohndrake Jan 17 @ 5:41 AM EST
    I wish we had a school song!! #bfc530
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • DennisDill Jan 17 @ 5:41 AM EST
    We should not be afraid to make mistakes ... we live in too much fear of being wrong. #bfc530
  • biologygoddess Jan 17 @ 5:41 AM EST
    I do a lesson called "the problem with mistakes" we all discuss how to learn from them and the only problems w mistakes are hiding them & being afraid to make them #bfc530
  • mrfieldmanchs Jan 17 @ 5:41 AM EST
    yup being genuine with the students ! #bfc530
    • MsCommins108 Jan 17 @ 5:39 AM EST
      #bfc530 I think it also makes us more real when we share past mistakes. When I was in #highschool, I had typing class, and I tell #students about all the mistakes I made. Remind them that it is okay to make mistakes.
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:41 AM EST
    I know she went snow tubing #bfc530
    In reply to @susankotch, @mrfieldmanchs
  • gilkatgil Jan 17 @ 5:41 AM EST
    I’ve only had 1 this year. I was just ready to sleep some more today... #bfc530
    In reply to @kathyiwanicki
  • DrKnicki Jan 17 @ 5:41 AM EST
    Yea, her website has so many resources. I've been going through the Weeks of Inspirational Math activities with my S. Love em! #bfc530
    In reply to @kathyiwanicki
  • kmichellehowell Jan 17 @ 5:41 AM EST
    Oh, my goodness! #bfc530
    In reply to @gilkatgil, @BFC530
  • MsCommins108 Jan 17 @ 5:41 AM EST
    #bfc530 This #book has been in my #Amazon cart for a while, This morning's chat might be my reminder that it is time to go ahead and buy it. (I love books by #ToddParr)
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:42 AM EST
    Ours is a little over the top... it's so over the top people like it as satire #bfc530
    In reply to @bohndrake
  • dawnkingCCPS Jan 17 @ 5:42 AM EST
    Oh yes! There is a plan. 😳❄️ #bfc530
    In reply to @carlameyrink
  • mrfieldmanchs Jan 17 @ 5:42 AM EST
    you should be very proud of her. !! #bfc530 #proudpappa
    • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:39 AM EST
      Everything she has learnt has been through rising from disappointment. At 12yo she tried out as State U 16 keeper and missed out. Devoted next 3 years to achieving this and did at 15. Sat on bench for Div 1 Womens team for a year until she proved herself to be No 1 keeper #bfc530
      In reply to @mrfieldmanchs
  • gilkatgil Jan 17 @ 5:42 AM EST
    Unintended consequences. #bfc530
    In reply to @kmichellehowell, @BFC530
  • kathyiwanicki Jan 17 @ 5:42 AM EST
    Oh, this #3 and it is only January. We had two in a row for the last storm. #bfc530
    In reply to @gilkatgil
  • aihandzus Jan 17 @ 5:42 AM EST
    Whenever I make a mistake we talk about the fact that everyone makes them, even adults. What matters is how you handle mistakes and move forward. #bfc530
    In reply to @BFC530
  • Katiemc827 Jan 17 @ 5:43 AM EST
    It’s important that Ss know that we all make mistakes. It’s how we model them as a way to help us learn and grow that is critical. #bfc530
  • carlameyrink Jan 17 @ 5:43 AM EST
    Wow, that's killer hot. Are you in school right now or vacation? #bfc530
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @dawnkingCCPS
  • kathyiwanicki Jan 17 @ 5:43 AM EST
    Love them! #bfc530
    In reply to @DrKnicki
  • DrKnicki Jan 17 @ 5:43 AM EST
    In math especially, we complete error analysis problems, see what went wrong, give tips to improve! #growthmindset #bfc530
  • DebbiSab Jan 17 @ 5:43 AM EST
    This year I tried to move a unit on spreadsheets to Goole Sheets and sorry it was awful! Talked about it with all the kids. Decided Excel was better for somethings. All agree. No problem. Try & fail. It's ok. Next time it will be better. #bfc530
  • mrfieldmanchs Jan 17 @ 5:43 AM EST
    so important as much if not more so then curriculum #bfc530
    • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:36 AM EST
      Actually the focus I am giving my Year 8s this year. Transition from boy to man step 1: Taking responsibility for your actions #bfc530
      In reply to @bohndrake
  • bohndrake Jan 17 @ 5:43 AM EST
    My kiddos school just closed , a step in the right direction! #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:43 AM EST
    Shows how small the world really is #bfc530
    In reply to @wheeler_laura
  • BAKetcham2009 Jan 17 @ 5:43 AM EST
    Bruce in NC, gearing up for some possible nasty weather, again 🙄. I apologize to my S’s if I make a mistake, I expect the same from them. Have a great day #Bfc530
  • carlameyrink Jan 17 @ 5:43 AM EST
    That must be rough #bfc530
    In reply to @dawnkingCCPS
  • DennisDill Jan 17 @ 5:43 AM EST
    As educators we should get defensive when we make mistakes or if someone tells us there is a better way. #bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen
  • wheeler_laura Jan 17 @ 5:43 AM EST
    At least in math I'm not seeing that myself. Where do find this happens usually? #bfc530
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:44 AM EST
    vacation. I return on the 25th. Students the 31st #bfc530
    In reply to @carlameyrink, @dawnkingCCPS
  • kathyiwanicki Jan 17 @ 5:44 AM EST
    Mistakes are learning. I am so happy that I can teach that with growth mindset #bfc530
  • biologygoddess Jan 17 @ 5:44 AM EST
    Good morning! Coffee fixes almost everything, fingers crosses for you #bfc530
    In reply to @susankotch
  • mrfieldmanchs Jan 17 @ 5:44 AM EST
    yes ! #bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen
  • TCMSPrincipal Jan 17 @ 5:44 AM EST
    So true. It helps to build & strengthen relationships as well #bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen
  • BFC530 - Moderator Jan 17 @ 5:45 AM EST
    OK gang grab a cup and get going !! #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:45 AM EST
    My role in 2018 is Year 8 Learning Leader so my plan is to have students focus on self responsibility and use that to build up learning skills #bfc530
    In reply to @mrfieldmanchs
  • mrfieldmanchs Jan 17 @ 5:45 AM EST
    we got nothing here ! #bfc530
    • bohndrake Jan 17 @ 5:43 AM EST
      My kiddos school just closed , a step in the right direction! #bfc530
  • gilkatgil Jan 17 @ 5:45 AM EST
    I taught with a woman who called herself Miss Ann. She would say to our 7/8 grade boys, “You’ve done boy, now you’re gonna do man,” whenever they screwed up. #bfc530
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @bohndrake
  • kmichellehowell Jan 17 @ 5:45 AM EST
    Thanks for waking my brain up, you wonderful people! Make it a great one! #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:46 AM EST
    We do have air conditioning... although on a 100 degree day they really can't make the room comfortable. #bfc530
    In reply to @carlameyrink, @dawnkingCCPS
  • DrKnicki Jan 17 @ 5:46 AM EST
    Whatever weather the day brings you, gave a great day friends! #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:46 AM EST
    Like it... #bfc530
    In reply to @gilkatgil, @bohndrake
  • TCMSPrincipal Jan 17 @ 5:46 AM EST
    Have a great Wednesday everyone. Stay safe in the snow! #bfc530
  • bridget_adam Jan 17 @ 5:46 AM EST
    Have a great day, everyone! If you have school- drive safe and keep your eyes on the road! #BFC530
  • ChrisQuinn64 Jan 17 @ 5:46 AM EST
    No mistaking the gratitude I have for all of you being part of my #PLN ! Have a great day, friends! #bfc530
  • Katiemc827 Jan 17 @ 5:46 AM EST
    Even on days when it’s a little harder, why not try to find the JOY in every day? Dream, learn, grow, smile, repeat. #JoyfulLeaders #cncting4kids #bfc530 #LeadLAP
  • DebbiSab Jan 17 @ 5:46 AM EST
    The graphing is a terrible couldn't do the 2nd half of project. Many features of Excel just not there. #bfc530
    • wheeler_laura Jan 17 @ 5:45 AM EST
      What couldn't you do in sheets? Curious as I teach an intro tech course next semester.
      In reply to @DebbiSab
  • dawnkingCCPS Jan 17 @ 5:46 AM EST
    I guess I’m up now. I’ll make a pot of coffee instead of a cup, watch the snow fall and read a book under a blanket. Happy Wednesday everyone! #bfc530
  • MrTravisDrake Jan 17 @ 5:47 AM EST
    I usually just ask the student to walk me through what they did. Most catch mathematical errors, if they don't, I might ask them to check 22-9 again. #bfc530
    In reply to @wheeler_laura, @DennisDill
  • mrfieldmanchs Jan 17 @ 5:47 AM EST
    enjoy the day my friends. #bfc530
  • gilkatgil Jan 17 @ 5:47 AM EST
    Just got the call, 2 hour delay for road clean up. #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:47 AM EST
    I do a big spiel about how a boy's brain is all white and man's brain is grey and theirs is both grey and white as it transforms #bfc530
    In reply to @gilkatgil, @bohndrake
  • robinwellshick1 Jan 17 @ 5:47 AM EST
    Stopped the class to publically apologize to S for paperwork error .. 2 secs was good enough for him know when to humble. #bfc530
  • biologygoddess Jan 17 @ 5:48 AM EST
    It goes right back to Carol Dweck, praise the effort not the product #bfc530
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • CoachKCullen Jan 17 @ 5:48 AM EST
    Remember kid in my Alg 3 class calling eacher "stupid" for mistake. He got mad & even though I hadnt laughed, but his defense was calling me out for failing last test & getting extra help. Neither the kid or him should have said what they said. Still remember 30 yrs later #bfc530
  • gilkatgil Jan 17 @ 5:48 AM EST
    It was interesting and I learned a lot. We had to reboot some things in the aftermath. #bfc530
    In reply to @LaurenPorosoff, @kmichellehowell, @BFC530
  • MrTravisDrake Jan 17 @ 5:48 AM EST
    Should get defensive, or shouldn't get defensive? #bfc530
    In reply to @DennisDill, @CoachKCullen
  • SusZanti5 Jan 17 @ 5:49 AM EST
    Have a wonderful Wednesday all, keep on keepin on- learn through the mistakes and keep on growing! 😊 ❤️ #BFC530
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:49 AM EST
    Where are you again Kathleen? #bfc530
    In reply to @gilkatgil
  • CoachKCullen Jan 17 @ 5:49 AM EST
    Remember kid in my Alg 3 class calling tcher "stupid" for mistake. He got mad & even though I hadnt laughed, his defense was calling me out for failing last test & getting extra help. Neither the kid or him should have said what they said. Still remember 30 yrs later #bfc530
  • gilkatgil Jan 17 @ 5:50 AM EST
    Massachusetts now, but this was in Chicago 20 years ago. #bfc530
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:51 AM EST
    But Massachusetts is the snow filled one right now #bfc530
    In reply to @gilkatgil
  • gilkatgil Jan 17 @ 5:52 AM EST
    Terrible. And those moments get seared onto our psyches, don’t they? #bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen
  • gilkatgil Jan 17 @ 5:52 AM EST
    Yes. #bfc530
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • DennisDill Jan 17 @ 5:53 AM EST
    Sorry ... should be SHOULDN'T get defensive #bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen
  • CoachKCullen Jan 17 @ 5:53 AM EST
    As a teacher, you keep those things in the back of your minds. I know I have said some poor statements myself, if I do, I reach out to the student and apologize. Sadly, we cant get words back #bfc530
    In reply to @gilkatgil
  • mrfieldmanchs Jan 17 @ 5:53 AM EST
    well the news has been "Headlining" snow since yesterday morning ( guess nothing else has happened in the news!) Seems the rest of NJ got something ! #bfc530
    • bohndrake Jan 17 @ 5:51 AM EST
      Were you supposed to ??
      In reply to @mrfieldmanchs
  • gilkatgil Jan 17 @ 5:54 AM EST
    I thought you were asking about my time with Miss Ann! Always check the thread...#bfc530
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • DrCSJones Jan 17 @ 5:54 AM EST
    Snow or no snow...have a great day everyone at #bfc530!
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:54 AM EST
    @mrfieldmanchs Clare's going to be in for a shock when she lands #bfc530
    In reply to @bohndrake, @mrfieldmanchs
  • DebbiSab Jan 17 @ 5:55 AM EST
    Snowing now in Bergen. Currently have two hour delay, but hoping for full day:) Teachers like snow days too! #bfc530
    • mrfieldmanchs Jan 17 @ 5:53 AM EST
      well the news has been "Headlining" snow since yesterday morning ( guess nothing else has happened in the news!) Seems the rest of NJ got something ! #bfc530
      • bohndrake Jan 17 @ 5:51 AM EST
        Were you supposed to ??
        In reply to @mrfieldmanchs
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:55 AM EST
    I can't stay on topic #bfc530
    In reply to @gilkatgil
  • DennisDill Jan 17 @ 5:55 AM EST
    yes, but I think we have gone overboard ... "here's your participation trophy". #bfc530
    In reply to @biologygoddess
  • gilkatgil Jan 17 @ 5:55 AM EST
    Nor I! #bfc530
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • CoachKCullen Jan 17 @ 5:55 AM EST
    Can hear the plows at work on the state highway and secondary road near my house, my wife's hope for today may be true (delay only). Either way, have a great day. Im Out! #bfc530
  • mrfieldmanchs Jan 17 @ 5:56 AM EST
    yea but going from cold to warm is soooo much better than the other way !! Be well friend !#bfc530 0
  • DebbiSab Jan 17 @ 5:56 AM EST
    Yes. I think you should run through your whole project and make sure you can do everything you want to teach them:) Good Luck. #bfc530
    • wheeler_laura Jan 17 @ 5:52 AM EST
      Interesting. I'll have a good look at all this before teaching gr9 #BTT1O in February. Thanks!
      In reply to @DebbiSab
  • willmelbye Jan 17 @ 5:56 AM EST
    #bfc530 I applaud whoever caught the mistake, or highlight it if I did, and explain that we’re smarter together than individually. “All of us are smarter than one of us.” Builds team mentality and a culture of trust-both in communication and not being afraid to fail!
    In reply to @BFC530
  • mrfieldmanchs Jan 17 @ 5:56 AM EST
    be careful out there ! #bfc530
    • CoachKCullen Jan 17 @ 5:55 AM EST
      Can hear the plows at work on the state highway and secondary road near my house, my wife's hope for today may be true (delay only). Either way, have a great day. Im Out! #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 5:57 AM EST
    Also the US to Australia jetlag is so much worse than Australia to US #bfc530
    In reply to @mrfieldmanchs
  • DebbiSab Jan 17 @ 5:57 AM EST
    Yes! Thank kids when they catch things. Makes them feel important! And of course they are:) #bfc530
    • willmelbye Jan 17 @ 5:56 AM EST
      #bfc530 I applaud whoever caught the mistake, or highlight it if I did, and explain that we’re smarter together than individually. “All of us are smarter than one of us.” Builds team mentality and a culture of trust-both in communication and not being afraid to fail!
      In reply to @BFC530
  • DebbiSab Jan 17 @ 5:59 AM EST
    You're so excited! Happy for you!!!! Enjoy your time with her! #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 6:00 AM EST
    Thanks Debbi. Sure we will be fighting by the time we get home from the 75 minute drive from the airport #bfc530
    In reply to @DebbiSab
  • HillMrispo Jan 17 @ 6:00 AM EST
    #bfc530 I always own my mistakes, it gives students permission to make them without fear of shame!
  • DebbiSab Jan 17 @ 6:00 AM EST
    LOL! Parenthood! #bfc530
    • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 6:00 AM EST
      Thanks Debbi. Sure we will be fighting by the time we get home from the 75 minute drive from the airport #bfc530
      In reply to @DebbiSab
  • SusZanti5 Jan 17 @ 6:00 AM EST
    Morning Joe welcome to #bfc530 😊
    In reply to @eLearnVL, @MrTravisDrake, @DennisDill, @CoachKCullen
  • mr_isaacs Jan 17 @ 6:03 AM EST
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  • DebbiSab Jan 17 @ 6:03 AM EST
    Just got the call! #SnowDay! Yeah! #bfc530
    • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 6:01 AM EST
      Also trying to work out how I fit all her suitcase sin my little car
      In reply to @DebbiSab
  • DanaZacharko Jan 17 @ 6:08 AM EST
    Teach students not to be afraid to fail. Failure can be the best teacher as long as we get back up and learn something from it. #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Jan 17 @ 6:12 AM EST
    Feet up and polish the bike then #bfc530
    In reply to @DebbiSab
  • DebbiSab Jan 17 @ 6:16 AM EST
    My Kids didn't get the call:( Looks like I'm home all alone today. TeeHeeHee:) #bfc530
  • drroberts Jan 17 @ 6:16 AM EST
    We could start by students taking ownership of their mistakes, and also letting them know it’s OK to make them. But what is most important is this to that students given the opportunity to correct their mistakes. I always tell my students “make it right”. #bfc530
  • BFC530 - Moderator Jan 17 @ 6:30 AM EST
    We all make mistakes, how do you make them a teachable moment for the Ss? #bfc530 .
  • SOC54 Jan 17 @ 6:32 AM EST
    RE: wouldn’t it great if all out Ss embraced this idea in an SEL context and also applied ( perhaps switching “ learning” for teachable ) #bfc530 #siglerlearns
    • LaurenPorosoff Jan 17 @ 5:33 AM EST
      Can’t any mistake become a teachable moment if we just notice and name it? “Here’s what I tried. Here’s how it failed. Here what I’ll try next. Here’s why it’s worthwhile to keep trying.” #bfc530
  • smgaillard Jan 17 @ 6:42 AM EST
    Shed the Status Quo in the Schoolhouse and be bold, innovative and collaborative in service of students and teachers. #ThePepperEffect #JoyfulLeaders #tlap #LeadLAP #bfc530
  • BFC530 - Moderator Jan 17 @ 6:45 AM EST
    OK gang grab a cup and get going !! #bfc530 ,
  • SOC54 Jan 17 @ 6:47 AM EST
    I watched as one of the Sigler RoadRunnerRobotics kids went to the #hydrodynamic challenge table, ran robot, failed, reprogrammed, failed again, rebuilt attachment, failed again- repeat 13 times last 30 minutes of class then asked “Can I stay? I need to try again! ”#bfc530
  • AssignmentHelpN Jan 17 @ 7:35 AM EST
    7 Effective Habits of Writing the Best College Application Essay https://t.co/EDtWOHuw0P #BFC530 #edchat #education
  • brianrozinsky Jan 17 @ 7:41 AM EST
    Morning, #bfc530. More I can notice & describe mistakes, more I can refrain from judging mistake or mistake-maker, often more teachable that moment.
  • Kuglmee Jan 17 @ 7:59 AM EST
    We started with a delay and the update just closed us. Enjoy your snow day! #bfc530
    In reply to @kathyiwanicki
  • mrfieldmanchs Jan 17 @ 8:24 AM EST
    enjoy the quiet !!! #bfc530
    • DebbiSab Jan 17 @ 6:16 AM EST
      My Kids didn't get the call:( Looks like I'm home all alone today. TeeHeeHee:) #bfc530
  • kmurfitt1 Jan 17 @ 8:28 AM EST
    Absolutely I never want to be seen by anyone as nothing less than a human-flawed-but trying my best. #bfc530
    • CoachKCullen Jan 17 @ 5:40 AM EST
      A teacher owning up to a mistake or apologizing to a student/class is powerful. Our display of authenticity will strengthen our relationships w/our students, not weaken it. #bfc530
  • ByrneLearning Jan 17 @ 9:22 AM EST
    A nice hot drink and a book is all you need. What a perfect day to take some time to read! #tlap #bfc530 #DoItWithLove @NewburghSup @newburghschools #WhatWouldDrSeussDo