#BFC530 Archive
The Breakfast Club β #BFC530 β is a 15 minute, 1 question Twitter chat every weekday. We chat in 4 timezones Mon-Fri β 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.
Friday May 27, 2016
GM on this . Laurel. Bermuda
Good Morning! Brenda from Massachusetts looking forward to three days with my family
It's and a wonderful day to celebrate learning! Enjoyed great teacher banquet last evening celebrating our retirees!
Off today and yet I'm awake! π©
Good morning! Mike from NJ. Expecting temps in the 90s but only a half day today. Happy Friday!
Today's Topic: What do you do, aside from teaching, to improve your school community? - pic
Build relationships and more relationships and more relationships!!
Same here Nicole. I've been up since 4:45!!! Sitting on deck w/ coffee listening to the morning wake up.
Love attending and volunteering all the school functions. i.e. Carnival, Spring Fling, etc.
I/we advocate for our students & school in the community through our Business Advisory Council.
I started a club at my school where we work at their ReStore & help build homes on local sites.
1st thing you can do to help a school community and make sure teachers feel listened to. They are the linchpins to the whole thing.
Happy Friday my friends! Welcome to the weekend..& three days at that! David MS Principal form VA here.
<3 <3 <3 https://t.co/oLjoyALVHt
1st thing you can do to help a school community and make sure teachers feel listened to. They are the linchpins to the whole thing.
Helped run our EcoTeam: recycling, green bins, butterfly garden, tree planting, armour stone seating, etc.
Good morning . Stacey from NJ. Ready for a day of cleanup at the Jersey Shore!
Good morning, ! Chantell from IN. Still sleepy from chats last night and hoping my coffee will kick in!
Trying to be a presence in the school community. athletics, dances, school events, also being part of the town shop local
That actually sounds awesome.
Good morning from Lancaster, PA!
that sounds like fun ! ( how was the birthday/field trip?
Good morning this beautiful Friday before a long weekend.
On a note from yesterday I changed the setting son the Google doc if u want to add ur summer PD read https://t.co/ywTS4EkxQt
I smile, refer to S's & T's by name, take an interest in their personal lives (not too much!) value them as people first S & T 2nd!
I work with an education foundation that helps to connect local businesses with our schools.
Rashida - division level instructional coach from Fairfax, va
We offer, by example, a better way...full PBL, competency learning, open source learning, etc. https://t.co/VIR27OioDk
A great day! Re-learned a lot of stuff about our state!!
yes all about the relationships https://t.co/czeVFnllwd
I smile, refer to S's & T's by name, take an interest in their personal lives (not too much!) value them as people first S & T 2nd!
And that takes making TIME to listen! We're all very busy, but that building those relationships is worth it https://t.co/qTAYk33Uym
1st thing you can do to help a school community and make sure teachers feel listened to. They are the linchpins to the whole thing.
I created a Creative Writing Club that is an outlet for Ss who often can't find one
One of the biggest things I do is mentor kids at my church and teach parents how to be advocates for their kids
How do we think about our schools? Are they a place of business or a community center?
Building school community has much to do with spending quality time with Ss, colleagues, parents...build trust, have fun, celebrate!
Good morning and happy Friday. If I had one wish, I would have five more Fridays before this Friday. Can't believe we r where we r.
Heaven.... I'm a believer in enjoying the simple moments in life. Draw upon the memories when life gets bumpy.
School community is building relationships in all directions: admins, colleagues, support staff, students
Nailed it! https://t.co/KvUM1jeO72
Building school community has much to do with spending quality time with Ss, colleagues, parents...build trust, have fun, celebrate!
We have a celebration once a month for teacher accomplishments, special occasions, and birthdays.
Kath from western Mass. Good morning! I do lots of little extras - help backstage w/ plays, chaperone dances, fundraise...
I founded w/Ss to support Ts and Ss w/tech integration and our 1:1 initiative
It's Friday -- the a.m. after this high school principal's prom!
Brian from Mass..
Tired, but looking forward to school today.
Schools, eventually need to be what churches were in the 50's. Open to the community and there to serve.
Nice! https://t.co/IWALEQ09cz
I work with an education foundation that helps to connect local businesses with our schools.
We do many community service activities & I am involved in as many as possible
excellent point, should be a safe space for Ss & parents community hub a sense of community pride
Being in a small district for as long as I have, there are so many relationships I have been blessed to be a part of.
I love taking time to visit other colleagues with who'm I otherwise wouldn't get to speak with https://t.co/Kvs7iuxcLX
I smile, refer to S's & T's by name, take an interest in their personal lives (not too much!) value them as people first S & T 2nd!
It's also about bringing balance to what is focused on. Academics isn't the be all and end all
Organize Family Literacy Night. Ts have as much fun running carnival-like booths as families do playing them. Love Book Walk!
I have had siblings, cousins, aunts and now kids of students. Makes it real special
looking at a school as a community center has a warmer feel - foundation is relationships and trust
Good morning Stacey!
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Good morning . Stacey from NJ. Ready for a day of cleanup at the Jersey Shore!
I attend all the events from book fairs to concerts. We celebrate everything from new homes to retirement. Positivity & support
At the urging of a student, I started Classic movies after school this year. What a blast!
Supporting your community is all about modeling.
Model. Model. Model.
Formular works in many venues.
Agreed. Listening to students is just as important. Both go hand-in-hand. And parents as well.
Awesome! Was just thinking more about service learning with our students and schools https://t.co/bpHVAFJigx
I started a club at my school where we work at their ReStore & help build homes on local sites.
How was it? https://t.co/LRaSuD2So7
It's Friday -- the a.m. after this high school principal's prom!
Brian from Mass..
Tired, but looking forward to school today.
Uh oh... I better start running https://t.co/QsQzSDRMQi
I bet even in the sand you were speedy!! Are you heading up a run at
I also participate in many lessons w/Ss. Had a part in the play, faculty chorus at the winter concert, play in the band Fun stuff
Supporting your community is all about modeling.
Model. Model. Model.
Formula works in many venues.
I also engage. Others need to hear more about what works & the good in public education.
Morning, Craig. So sad I will not be part of the fun this year...I hear you will be there!
Sounds like fun! What a great idea. https://t.co/pLtQyr7hWe
Organize Family Literacy Night. Ts have as much fun running carnival-like booths as families do playing them. Love Book Walk!
Community is about relationships ...
People appreciate the simple things: remembering 2 ask how last night's baseball game/play etc went. Value them as people!
Very nice, thank you. Beautiful, classic, celebratory, peaceful.
I facilitate fun challenges for staff to collaborate, share, learn together. Did Twitter challenge+one forno worksheet week this yr
Ss need to see Ts at concerts, plays, games, art shows, and everything else that celebrates them.
That is so important for students to feel your presence. My students love to see my grocery cart or me cheering.
In my utopian society, schools and YMCAs are blended, open all day, and serve a role in local communities.
At the heart of good teaching / education is the fostering of hope in the Ss and positive relationships
THIS ===>
Students notice.
Parents notice.
Community notices.
Principal appreciates.
https://t.co/XqSBhU2cSy
Ss need to see Ts at concerts, plays, games, art shows, and everything else that celebrates them.
To improve my school community I love to encourage teachers through professional learning. Give them hope https://t.co/QJtRG6mJEC
Going to the creek on grounds today w/6th grade science classes. What a great job I have!
I live in a small town over from the small town I teach. I see Ss all the time. Very special. Love it (most of the time. ;)
Excellent!!! https://t.co/fUntwZLtpB
I facilitate fun challenges for staff to collaborate, share, learn together. Did Twitter challenge+one forno worksheet week this yr
Implemented schoolwide civic projects 2benefit our larger community those n need. Through teaching empathy 2our Ss -helps all grow
Family Literacy and Family Math nights. We did a Make and Take game focus for math.
I learned this lesson from the best - - thanks boss!
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Supporting your community is all about modeling.
Model. Model. Model.
Formula works in many venues.
I also did my Basic & Advanced Training at Ft. Dix, New Jersey. No day at beach in the summer there in your home state.
My exact sentiments! https://t.co/fUW8EJ9gn0
Building school community has much to do with spending quality time with Ss, colleagues, parents...build trust, have fun, celebrate!
If the vast majority of the kids don't want to be sitting in classes at your school, no matter you do, you lack community.
Love this! Might steal it for next year https://t.co/bx56HoEET6
Organize Family Literacy Night. Ts have as much fun running carnival-like booths as families do playing them. Love Book Walk!
Your school's culture starts with a shared mission & vision and is catalyzed with shared leadership.
Exactly. I find Charter schools to be a huge step in the exact wrong direction of what communities need.
Heart-warming to read your posts that reflect Ts always going the 'extra mile' beyond what we are 'paid' to do...awesome community!
yes even in HS ran into a Ss at supermarket he was like yelling & high fiving !1
only 140 char so most imp I try 2smile 4 every St I meet & seek out something to praise abt Sts as often as poss
Daily trying to be authentic and reflective in words and action.
School community starts with individual teacher-student relationship ... you don't have that than everything else is just for show
I also help school admin & teachers think outside of the box - how can we get more parents to be involved w/the school?
I'm a few miles from the base. I can hear the horn at 6, 5, and 10. And FEEL and hear the bomb practice.
It's key that all staff feel the same about the school. All must be on board. If not, find out why, and fix it.
I really think Ss know when you genuinely like them and they respond to that.
Good morning!! I enjoy learning more about my colleagues as part of building community. Finding the positive together.
Encouraged S's to complete art works to display at regional gallery. 3 did! Then had a field trip to visit. Powerful for all S's.
Well this is it. https://t.co/jIBXAxPa1P
How do we think about our schools? Are they a place of business or a community center?
Yes! THIS it is the school culture that puts your school at the heart of the community -where it should be,
Community service events like food pantry donations, blanket drives, community readers
Great job! specially true for children who have trouble using their voice and letting it be heard. Good 4u
Absolutely! That is at the heart of positive relationships, engendering hope. https://t.co/tl8sCIzkJu
Your school's culture starts with a shared mission & vision and is catalyzed with shared leadership.
Agree, Eric. Schools belong to the community, so should be welcoming. https://t.co/DrKUgJtir8
excellent point, should be a safe space for Ss & parents community hub a sense of community pride
I find it mystifying that Ts can say "no" when asked to help. Can't even imagine.
Have a fabulous Friday and a great weekend everyone
Enjoy your long weekend.
A safe Memorial Day to all my PLN at .
Building relationships with students is huge. I want them to know I'm invested. Communication with Ps will build their trust.
Have a great weekend everyone!
True! Only 24 hours in the day. Most important to be present and celebrate those 24 hours.
woke at my usual 4am but stayed in bed till 5:15.. Creature of habit!
I'm also brainstorming ways to use twitter (&other tools) 2connect the school community. Some haven't been exposed so don't know joy
Happy Friday everyone! Enjoy the weekend!
Have a great Friday and great weekend everyone. Heading to D.C. next week for school trip!!
I love community centered outreach as a school. Good for everyone involved! https://t.co/mqneAucUe0
Community service events like food pantry donations, blanket drives, community readers
Have a great weekend and a relaxing holiday everyone! Thanks for your inspiring responses!!
yes it's never a 9-5 business a integral part of the community https://t.co/CJy3ErD6Na
Agree, Eric. Schools belong to the community, so should be welcoming. https://t.co/DrKUgJtir8
excellent point, should be a safe space for Ss & parents community hub a sense of community pride
aside from teaching, I try to engage Ss in the halls. Sometimes just saying hi or smiling is enough!
Awwwwwwww Sookie. You're a grandma now π https://t.co/I415i1kYeC
I have had siblings, cousins, aunts and now kids of students. Makes it real special
Great! That's the way you move community service into true service learning!
How are you? Feeling better? Is your second book coming out soon?
I struggled w/ this when I was younger. The older I get the more I appreciate those simple moments...
I love to arrange opportunities for parents/guests to come in, like a poetry reading, guest speakers... 60's Coffeehouse coming up!
Good amount of participation, but I think monthly/weekly reminders/suggestions would help sustain
Happy Memorial Day and long weekend. Thank you all for the community and the energy here!
3 Laws Of Productivity That Can Move You To Where You Want To Be. #1 is especially important for Ts https://t.co/AccrLe4Q0n
I think there has to be a healthy balance. I can't always say yes because sometimes my YES is 2my own daughters instead
Have a wonderful long weekend, my American friends! We had ours here in Canada last weekend. π
Our district PTSA runs its own clothing and food pantry for families in the community. https://t.co/0sDPBJzCIE
I love community centered outreach as a school. Good for everyone involved! https://t.co/mqneAucUe0
Community service events like food pantry donations, blanket drives, community readers
My school still has many unconnected teachers so i hope to help cultivate this for next school year. https://t.co/xGfuOGV8I6
I'm also brainstorming ways to use twitter (&other tools) 2connect the school community. Some haven't been exposed so don't know joy
I encourage and motivate others. Sharing a positive perspective can impact an approach and practices
it all starts with the word yes. Yes 2possibilities, 2considering differences, to opening oneself up 2learning & growing.
Gtg time to get ready for another day. et al keep smilingππππ΄π±π¨βοΈ
I'm a fan of classroom use too! Struggle w/how to get community engaged in this way - especially parents
Gotta go. Later . Sorry I got on a soapbox there.
Have a safe weekend! Wear sunscreen, enjoy family, remember those who've served, and get some sleep. Go Mets!
Hope you all have a fabulous !!
Happy Friday, ! Our students have one more Friday to go after the holiday weekend! Make the moments we have left matter!
Thankful I'm in this PLN community. Thank you for all the support and continued encouragement. Have a great one!
Our local paper recently did a school salute. 1 MS used as a spirit day/thank community partner day.
Mine do too! It's a process - I want to encourage more Ts and parents across my division
Me too. Already saved it to my Google Drive
Great job PLN! Have a fantastic HOLIDAY weekend!
Have a great long weekend everyone! I always love FriYAY π
We should plan a way for our schools to collaborate on it!
still congested! Book in mid June. I'm really excited! https://t.co/kjvCLSWjOC
How are you? Feeling better? Is your second book coming out soon?
Work to build strong relationships with students, teachers, and parents and collaborate and encourage other to try new things!
unfortunately I will be working every day this weekend, no Keith Hernandez Lorax stache for me
when they say "I saw you at the store" sometimes I want to say "I know,it was just yesterday"π
I try to always smile, show that I'm happy to be there & call Ss & Ps by name always. Greet, Take an interest!
To improve the community we host Lunch and Learns for the parents. And run a session to shrink the digital divide
Last nite 710AM replayed game 6 radio broadcast Buckner still missed it!!! https://t.co/OpfeVY77p2
I'll be watching! Saw Mookie making the local news circuits already.
Also I co-sponsor Ss gov't which sponsors various donation drives monthly.
all those years and he still can't catch a grounder?
Do it! Book Walk, Make & Take Bookmarks, Literacy Jeopardy, Word Swat, & whatever silly game you can invent.
I learned flute w Gr5 and performed in their concert
Each fall I organize a school supply drive at our local Walmart to collect supplies for students in need, disperse to bldgs for use
Offered a for auction 'Craft w Mrs C-I... that is π
That's definitely something to look forward to! Math specific?
that would be great ! Share the doc and we can connect there
Yes & no to math spec. It's big picture about making content matter, w/ stories from my math T yrs & more
good deal. Congrats on that. Always enjoy your perspective
As Key Club sponsor I teach students the importance of volunteering & they help @ school & community events. https://t.co/sBsqQfM2PE
Innovation is not about solo genius, but the collective genius and capacities of those in an organization
thank you! I'd love to hear your thoughts on it! my book hashtag will be
(1/3) Slow-chatting today.
To improve staff community ~ Serve on the curric., neg., & ScIP committees.
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(2/3) To improve the Ss' schl community ~ join them for dodgeball, play during recess, come see specials events outside of school.
(3/3) To improve Ps' school community ~ Spend time with them. Not rush them. Make them feel like their child is the only one I have.
I love playing with the kids at recess and saying a quick "hello" in the hall! Also, participating in gym activities ππ»
Could make more $ elsewhere, but the relationships w/ Ts, Ps, and Ss mean EVERYTHING! I stay. :)
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Being in a small district for as long as I have, there are so many relationships I have been blessed to be a part of.
. Let me just say this, I'm glad to have met you here at . You *always* get me thinking and seeing in new ways.
Thank you!
