#dojochat Archive
ClassDojo's official educational chat that covers a variety of subjects, focusing mainly on improving classroom community.
Wednesday February 10, 2016
7:00 PM EST
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starts now!! Tonight's topic: Celebrating everything we LOVE about being educators :) All are welcome to join!!
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Nicole Sampson, 1st Gr Teacher from Edison, NJ! <3 Class Dojo! 5 year user!
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Emily- Kindergarten Teacher in Georgia! So excited about this
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Hey Nicole!! Thanks for joining :) 5 years -- you're a vet!!
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Hi Everyone, Tiffany from Utah, 5th Grade teacher.
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Jen from nor cal, technology coach 2nd - 6th and reading specialist
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Missy, 3rd grade teacher, PA
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Hi Emily! :) Thanks so much for joining today!
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Hey hey Tiffany! Hope you are doing well :)
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Stephanie, 4th gr teacher from middle TN :D
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Hiya!!! :) Glad you could make it!
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Shari, high school English teacher in NJ!
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Hi Missy! Thanks for joining today! :)
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Hi everyone Rizza from philippines, k-3 physed T
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Hi Gail! :D Waving from San Francisco!!
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thanks! I'm doing great, just got back on track this week. How's the espresso art going?
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Hi Shari! Thanks so much for joining today! :)
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Heya!!! Hope you're enjoying all the snow in TN!
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Katie, 7th/8th Title 1, Indiana. Checking out tonight.
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First time on a chat...a little apprehensive.
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Harold Johnson Kindergarten Teacher SC dojo user for 4 years
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Hello! Carissa from Yorktown, IN - 2nd grade π
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Hi everyone, Niko PYP Coordinator from Bangkok Thailand
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Colleen from rural upstate NY, high school Spanish
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You'll love it, I promise :) Amazing group of educators here!
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A1 Because Mrs. Schroeder thought I was smart and changed my life in 2nd grade.
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John 3rd grade teacher in Michigan
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Welcome to everyone!! Full house tonight! Be sure to answer using the Q1/A1 format :) Q1 is live!! https://t.co/Bj4z2aqkqv
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A1: cliche, but honestly to help children that struggled at a young age just like me!
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Hey John! Thanks for joining :)
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A1: Dione Massey-my 2nd/3rd grade teacher inspired me! Also, I absolutely LOVE kids!
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A1 Both my parents were teachers; it was in my blood! Plus, my famous rockstar dreams didn't quite work out...
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A1: became a teacher b/c I fell in love with content - I STAY a teacher b/c I love the kids!
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Search for to view all the tweets. To participate just include at the end of your tweets! :)
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A1: kinda by accident. Other plans fell through, checked out teacher ed in college, and never looked back!
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A1: I always loved working with children, and I had amazing teachers who helped me find my path to teach.
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Good evening . Debby 1st grade teacher from NY.
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This one is easy: knew from the first day kindergarten. I walked home hand-in-hand w/ Mom & said, "I'm going to be a teacher!"
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Q/1 A/1 I wanted to help people and change the world
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A1: I love a new challenge every day!
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A1 when I was studying in Spain & observed an English class, knew it was what I wanted to do, still love it after 26 years
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A1: I loved to teach others and it kind of fell into my lap.
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Yes! Challenges keep life exciting!
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I knew I could connect w/ children & multiple perspectives so I went elem ed the Gifted, C &I and Admin
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A1 came from a family if Ts then i had great Ts who inspired me to become one
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A1: I become a teacher to make a difference in the lives of children. To inspire and instill a love for life long learning.
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a little late to the party but hey! Kaitlyn from Alabama =)
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Hi Debby! :D Hope you are doing well
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A1 - my parents told me I was their commitment to a better world. No better way to carry that on than to pass it to students.
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A1 I had an awesome teacher for a summer science program. I eventually needed up volunteering and helping when I was older.
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Love all of your responses to Q1 -- is off to a wonderful start!! Q2 coming right up :)
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A1b I originally started college as a recording industry major. I didn't have the passion for it like I did for teaching.
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Hi, Jenna! Couldn't be better :D Great to see you!
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A1- I wanted to be a better teacher than those who taught me. Not to say I didn't have some great teachers!
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When students beg to stay after school!
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A2 SNOW DAYS!!! And the kids...it's all about the kids ;-)
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if you can, checkout (happening now), w/ asking questions. Lots of good stuff!
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A2: Aha moments, lighting passion about learning, and seeing growth every day! <3 Teaching!
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A2 I LOVE when you see a S understand that they are powerful and can accomplish things! LOVE IT!
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Well this is a new fun fact!! Cool!! Do you still do anything with music??
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A2- Watching that "spark" in their eyes or watching them truly enjoy a lesson I've prepared!
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Challenges, Engagement, inquisitiveness, Out of the Box Thinking, Multiple Personalities, Diverse Perspectives & Responses
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Karaoke and the EOY talent show. I had a band in HS. SUPER cheesy!
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A2 be part of every Ss milestones, helping them develop their skills and capabilities
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A2 being able 2 wear many hats beyond an educator that a teacher wear for each and every child-caretaker, comedian, support, etc
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A2: the smiles & hugs from children as they walk in the door, their joy & love of life, their innocence, and the "ah ha" moments.
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A2 When Ps and Ss love school and see growth and excitement about learning.
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I would LOVE to do more, but...life...
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A2: What I love most about being an educator is learning along side my Ss. I learn as much from them as they do from me.
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A2: lightbulb moments, connecting with students, sharing what I'm passionate about
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A1: A few special teachers took time 2 get 2 know one of their quietest S's & helped me β‘ learning. Knew I wanted to be a T too!
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A2: I LOVE what I do, I get 2 be quirky & creative, & what I do really matters. No 2 days r the same! & middle schoolers r great!
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love this.. what a great perspective https://t.co/x6YrgVnuCj
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A2: What I love most about being an educator is learning along side my Ss. I learn as much from them as they do from me.
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I love being present with my Ss when they are learning and not realizing it!
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I love some good teacher trickery!
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Already inspired by the conversation in tonight -- Q3 coming right up! :)
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A2: I love being a part of a young person's growth. There is nothing like learning and growing everyday with our future leaders.
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A2 Seeing Ss light up, laugh, help a peer, overcome challenges, show perseverance.
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A2: I β‘ the kids, their honesty & joy in the simple things. I love how they help me keep things in perspective & keep me laughing
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A3: A student told me she re-read Gatsby this week...we just finished reading it as a class β€οΈ
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A3: My reaffirming moment this week was watching a struggling S see benchmark results and shout, "I did it! I grew too!"
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A3 had a S tell another S - that's ok - I couldn't do that at first either. You are learning.
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A3 they begged to watch the next big idea video- HS Ssππ
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A3: Got 2 share w/ & learn from other middle school Ts at 's Success in the Middle conference.
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Oh my gosh this just makes my heart smile!!!
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A3B That sticky note left on my desk by a quiet student that simply said, "I love you!"
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A1 Because I love for music. Taught lessons while I was learning and loved it! Years later, I have watched many musicians grow
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A3 attended a webinar abt Motor skills with Dr. Sanders and all the things discussed validated the strategies i use
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Amazing!!! The next video is my FAVORITE!! What age are your students??
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Dojo Chat is live now. to join https://t.co/1Cb78aUG5B
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starts now!! Tonight's topic: Celebrating everything we LOVE about being educators :) All are welcome to join!!
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A3 Watched videos & heard S teaching what they learn in sassy voice (just like me)makes my<3 happy 2 know it sticks w/them
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when my HS Ss get excited about things, it makes my little teacher heart burst
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A3- I had a student sneak me a hand-written Valentines day note today. I'd had a rough day and it made me smile!
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I felt the exact same...ADORABLE!!
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A3: Got 2 share w/ & learn from other middle grades Ts at & 's Success in the Middle Grades conf. Excellent!
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A2- I think i like the process. I tell my parents that at the end of the year i want the students to be like Google
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Q3 Ten of my students worked collaboratively and solved the Rubik's Cube. Love that their learning beyond the curriculum.
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Q3: When my Ss said that being at school was better than being off-track
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Ss are 4th grade; age 8 and 9 yrs
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WOW -- So many wonderful moments happening every day in your classrooms!
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A3: When a S showed me a book he'd picked out from new rdg level & said,"I'm rdg this really hard book & I'm really good at it!"π
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love it! even as an adult they make me think about how I can have a at work!!
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This is amazing! Love it - thanks for sharing :)
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same here, I think about my own all the time know and notice it more other places.
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A4 I'm most inspired when someone tells me no, which happens a LOT in education. I make it happen! Model for the Ss!!
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Q4: My inspiration comes mostly from my team, Ts in my school, and other Ts I meet online and in person.
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Q4 The Ss inspire me most as their open, inquisitive nature knows NO bounds! Love it and them for pushing boundaries w/ learning!
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A4 My colleagues-push me 2 better myself all day everyday-Watching them teach is a Privilege 2 name a few
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A4 My Ss fire me up! They dream, create, excel, learn and build -- while learning a 2nd lang and living in poverty
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A4: my HS seniors - they make me work for every inch. When they're excited, I know I'm really on to something BIG
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it's all they rock and even my 5th graders love it.
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Q4: I am inspire the most by the students who've come through my doors year after year.
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This is so wonderful! Inspiring colleagues can be absolutely transformative :)
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A4 my Ss are my inspiration, everything I do is for their learning and growth!
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A4 Love learning new ideas myself -- that feeling of moving from confusion to clarity
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A4: Dione Massey, Ron Clark, Kay Pierce(my 5th gr T) Kim Gebo(friend), my grade-level, my students!
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A4: My Ss inspire me the most! They all have a love for learning, model perseverance, resilience, and a daily.
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A4- Definitely you guys! My PLC challenges me to integrate new things and to think outside the box!
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A4 my Ss they are the reason I am what i am, they help me become the best version of myself
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A3- We playing a game the students had to freeze. One S fell and we all looked around he laughed and we all did too.
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You can tell that this group is full of people who were born to be teachers!! So incredibly passionate about your Ss!!
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A4 cont: I aspire to be teachers like all the ones I look up to. My Ss inspire me to continue getting better each and every day!
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A4: The future. My Ss aren't just Ss. They r human beings & will & r already do impact the world. This matters & deserves my best
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A4: Students are a definite inspiration, I get excited to teach when they love to learn and are so engaged.
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A4: Usually it's my own kids that inspire me the most b/c they aren't hesitant to tell me if something is lame or not in school.
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A2) I love it my and to discuss it on WHY, <===> for GOING a step further
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A4 Without a doubt my daughter, a micro-preemie who always keeps trying even when school is really a challenge.
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Well I certainly can't tell you enough!! The work you do every day is absolutely transformative!
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A4- My team is amazing. Everyone has their own thing they are great at and we plan some awesome lessons.
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is making my smile so big right now. thanks for that π Q5 coming right up!!
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A4: My S's & their unique personalities inspire me most.So much to learn from them! They challenge me 2 see the world differently
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A4: my colleagues inspire me every day. I'm lucky to work with very smart, engaging teachers. Hope to be more like them!
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i want to play a part in shaping thr future.
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A4 My Husband/colleague inspires me Kids start the musical journey with me & then to him MS/HS https://t.co/LbuJ6zJj85
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A4: My fellow Ts willing to take risks in their classrooms to Bette S learning
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A5 ,teacher blogs, my teammates, administrators, , and all of you!
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A5 & are my 2 go-tos every day! They help balance our schedule & keep the crazies from taking over!
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A5: I <3 and the relationships I foster with parents through the app! Parents love the communication and pics!
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A3 Watching one of Ss get super involved in a lesson. He normally is very reluctant to participate.
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A5 You mean beside ? is my second favorite.
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Love ClassDojo, GoNoodle, Plickers, TeacherTube, RubiStarRubrics, Khan Academy, Weebly and so much more
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A5: Human resources r the best. My PLC brings creativity, new ideas, problem-solving perspectives, and support
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Your students are lucky to have you!!
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A5- has made planning so much easier! sight word songs have done wonders for my Kinders!
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A5 best resources/tools-classdojo, music videos w/lyrics in Spanish, Pinterest & other pln's
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A5: I love organizations that group webinars with articles like and
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A5 colleagues r still the best resources aside from my plus lots of books, tools: , &
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A5- although I don't have one, hovercams are a favorite tool of mine. I used it when I student taught! It's on my wish list now!
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agreed! You can get so much out of spending time with the professionals around you
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Q5: Other teachers' brains :)
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Hovercams? What's that?! Sounds amazing!!
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A5: I enjoy all things tech w/my Ss. Ss have various learning styles. Technology allows for great resources for differentiation.
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A2 Students enjoying making music growth portfolio & excited about their new targets gives me new energy https://t.co/VbtXgjBPJN
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it is amazing how one student's progress can inspire!
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A5: I don't if you guys have heard of this thing called Google Apps. It's pretty cool I guess.
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A4 I'm inspired by Ss and individuals that break the mold. Whether it's overcoming a disability or rising above adversity.
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A5: has revolutionized my whole classroom it is now a tool I can't live without!
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PLC collaboration can be so powerful
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A:3 One of my most challenging students have me a heart-felt hug on his way out the door and said he loved me-with conviction. β€οΈ
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Agreed! I don't remember life before it ;-)
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this is where can actually be effective
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A6: My family is my everything!
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A6 Music. My life would be lost without it!
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Aw this is so incredibly sweet!! :)
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, , , , our District resource page, my PLN, and fellow Ts.
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A6 Being outside! Hiking, traveling, eating, crafting, family/friend time
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A6: Coffee and a great read!
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Question: WHAT is the "dojo" meaning in !?
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Question: WHAT is the "dojo" meaning in !?
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A:4 My students-they keep coming, they keep trying in spite of all their obstacles and challenges.
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A5 I just ordered an . Don't even have it yet and it's already on my top 5.
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A5: my family, the outdoors, being active, culture in general, travel
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A5: Twitter is also a great tool to connect my Ss globally with other Ss and experts. Also a great way to connect with families.
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A6: my FAMILY, exercising, the outdoors, and friends!
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A dojo is a place of learning or "the place of the way". So your classroom is your dojo! :) --> ClassDojo!
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Just unpacked ours this week! I agree.
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A6 My cat, couch, pajamas, hot tea, and a good book =)
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A6 I love my family and after that I love running, biking and being outdoors on a sunny dayβοΈ
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is every Wednesday? At 6pm central time?
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I LOVE my cat! I should probably also say my husband ;-) https://t.co/KyD3yebJwR
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A6 My cat, couch, pajamas, hot tea, and a good book =)
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A6 reading great books, workingout with friends and yoga
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A6- Faith, Family, FOOTBALL!
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A:5 ClassDojo-of course and my whiteboard. Dojo keeps the parents informed and the board brings the lessons to life.
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ok, making a note for a Teacher! I used with my 2nd graders before I was a coach! β€οΈβ€οΈπ
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I don't have one of those, so just me and my cat =)
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Hi Jenna :) Thanks for quick reply ;)
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Thanks for the great chat! Love connecting with you all!
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A5: & help me stay organized & allow me 2 "clone" myself to reteach.
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So wonderful connecting with you!
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A6: Overwhelming my FAMILY
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Q7 coming your way!! 2 questions left!
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A6: I enjoy exercising, music, and most of all surrounding myself with those who make me... https://t.co/QM9mHy8gO8
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A6: Also... faith, books, movies, Diet Coke :)
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A6 I enjoy being with my husband and dog! It's the little things! Evening routine lets me unwind b4 next day.
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A7 My ability to make people smile :-) I strive to do that every day.
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A7 I love that I've got joy - even when it annoys the HECK out of people and I love that what I do matters
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A7 I love my sarcasm, attitude, work ethic, laziness, hair, giving & sharing, & being happy.
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Q7: I love that I am willing to try new things & share my trailblazing moments with others.Sparking new trailblazers
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A7: my willingness try try new things even though it may be outside of me comfort zone
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cutest programmable robot ever. My Ss love to and learn so much from hands on.
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What do you love most about yourself?
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that's a great question. ha!
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A7: My ability to connect and interact with literally anyone
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A7: My relationship with Christ, my relationship with my family, and my love of learning and life,
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A7: I'm quirky and unique. That made me uncomfortable when I was my Ss age. But LOVE it now!
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My husband tells me I make a new BFF everywhere I go!
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A6: family, tech, travel, reading, music, my sweet goldenπΆ π
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A7) Being bold, HARD , , , sometimes TOO much ;) BUT necessary to OTHERS ;)
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A7: That Iβm crazy enough to try and try and try... Stubborn or driven? Fine line.
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A7 I love that I am strong and I am a Sheehan, that's my mantra & I tell my Ss, I believe they are strong
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A5 Class Dojo, Edmodo, and G.A.P.F.E
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Q7 despite loss in life, I have ability to smile and be kind. Such a tough q to sum up!
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love that you share your mantra with students
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A7- That I'm not afraid to try something new in my classroom, even if it doesn't work the first time. And the power of napping.
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Fantastic quality :) Sounds like you are also quite strong
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A7:I love my sense of humor, my passion for what I stand for, & my ability to bring out the best in others https://t.co/IqrtRVUswE
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I would totally take gold in the napping Olympics!
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AMEN! to both risking failure and napping :)
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A8 I LOVE that I have made friends all over the world that I can learn from & share with!
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Ah-mazing. I love this about you, too! :D
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A8 That has enabled me to connect to educators globally...that's priceless.
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A8 I love that my are focused on what is good and positive - that THEY have a growth mindset
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A8: My PLN rocks! They are the bees knees! I wouldn't be my best me w/o them and their awesome velcro moments!
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A7: Tough question!π My ability to be understanding and listen. Perspective is so important.
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yes, I agree. I met a T that asks the Ss to choose 4 qualities they want to have repeat these everyday to themselves.
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A8: that it is expanding! Love learning from other educators! Love that I can tweet a question & possibly get a response quickly!
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Amazingly introspective tonight ! Loved it! Thanks!
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A8: That we're not in this wonderful-but-challenging thing alone. The community of the school hallway is now a world big.
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Q8: It is always changing and morphing
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I love the great ideas, support and professionalism that is unfortunately not always present in the workplace
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A6 family, education, outdoors, running, animals, editing videos, Walking Deadπ³
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A8: inspiration, motivation, challenge, and support
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Always inspired by the amazing that is ! Love hearing your new ideas and perspectives every week! :)
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I didn't see question 8; WHAT is it thx to let me know;)
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A8 SO.MANY.INSPIRING educators in my area and across the globe! Dojo mentors & other online groups have given me countless ideas!
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A8- The inspiration they give me and their creativity! <3 my PLN
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As comes to a close, please be sure to follow one another and continue to collaborate and connect with each other!
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Thanks for moderating! Couldn't agree more!
