#TXed Archive
Wednesday January 18, 2017
9:30 PM EST
participatechat
Jan 18 @ 9:30 PM EST
Participate in the upcoming
#TXed
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/msiucFYT2z
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:30 PM EST
It's 8:30...time for
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! Please take a minute to say hi. My name is Paul and I'm from Richmond, TX.
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:31 PM EST
Howdy y'all! It is time for
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Take these next few minutes to say hello and tell us where you are from
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:31 PM EST
I am Michael from Brenham.
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Hahne_KingEle
Jan 18 @ 9:31 PM EST
Hi everyone! I'm Elyse and teach in Katy,TX.
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SIOWehmeyer
Jan 18 @ 9:32 PM EST
Tara from Brenham , will join as long as I can hang .
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ErinWest_ITRT
Jan 18 @ 9:32 PM EST
Hi! I'm Erin. Grew up in Texas (Carrollton) and ended up in VA.
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PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:32 PM EST
Hi Elyse! Glad you could make it!
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Hahne_KingEle
Jan 18 @ 9:31 PM EST
Hi everyone! I'm Elyse and teach in Katy,TX.
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KelleyJAndrews
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:32 PM EST
Kelley from North Tx is here for
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I am multi-tasking sub plans and
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chat. Here to learn to manage time!
TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:33 PM EST
Question 1 is coming up!
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PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:33 PM EST
Hey stranger. Hope you are feeling better
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In reply to @SIOWehmeyer
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:33 PM EST
Hi Elyse! Glad you can join us. I'm just south of you.
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In reply to @Hahne_KingEle
Wesley_Vinson38
Jan 18 @ 9:33 PM EST
I am Wes from Lufkin
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:33 PM EST
Great to see you again Tara!
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In reply to @SIOWehmeyer
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:33 PM EST
Heaps that you could join us Erin
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ErinWest_ITRT
Jan 18 @ 9:32 PM EST
Hi! I'm Erin. Grew up in Texas (Carrollton) and ended up in VA.
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TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:34 PM EST
Q1: In this day and age everything moves quickly. How do you slow things down enough to get a handle on everything?
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:34 PM EST
Glad you can jump back to chat with us, Erin.
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In reply to @ErinWest_ITRT
Hahne_KingEle
Jan 18 @ 9:34 PM EST
thanks! I got reminded and am happy to be here.
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In reply to @PrincipalOgg
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:34 PM EST
Thanks for joining us, Wes.
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In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
laffinglibrary
Jan 18 @ 9:34 PM EST
Elementary Librarian from SA
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jlmorris1988
Jan 18 @ 9:34 PM EST
Jenny fromWeatherford!
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mmurphy1964
Jan 18 @ 9:34 PM EST
Mike from
@BrenhamElem
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In reply to @BrenhamElem
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:34 PM EST
Howdy Wes. My father grew up in Lufkin. Always spoke highly of it.
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In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:34 PM EST
Good to see you again, Sara.
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In reply to @laffinglibrary
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:35 PM EST
Hi Jenny! Glad you could stop by.
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In reply to @jlmorris1988
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:35 PM EST
Hey Mike! Good to see you.
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In reply to @mmurphy1964
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:35 PM EST
@amandaj525
Welcome to
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Amanda
In reply to @amandaj525
KelleyJAndrews
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:35 PM EST
A1 Whew...I have to be purposely mindful. Breathe. Take little moments even when busy.
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laffinglibrary
Jan 18 @ 9:35 PM EST
Get a handle on things? LOL. I guess I don't.
#justkeepswimming
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TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:34 PM EST
Q1: In this day and age everything moves quickly. How do you slow things down enough to get a handle on everything?
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Tommyspall
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:35 PM EST
Tom Spall from Brenham Texas! Instructional Technology Specialist.
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PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:36 PM EST
Hi Jenny. We hope all is going well there.
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In reply to @jlmorris1988
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:36 PM EST
Come join us for the
#txed
chat happening now!
#WGEDD
#MIEExpert
#kidsdeserveit
TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:34 PM EST
Q1: In this day and age everything moves quickly. How do you slow things down enough to get a handle on everything?
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PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:36 PM EST
Hey brother!
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In reply to @mmurphy1964
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:36 PM EST
Hey Tom! Glad you could make it.
#txed
In reply to @Tommyspall
ErinWest_ITRT
Jan 18 @ 9:36 PM EST
A1: Google Keep is my BFF. I can't make MORE time, but try to make specific lists to keep my scatter brain on track.
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SIOWehmeyer
Jan 18 @ 9:37 PM EST
A1: I make a mental list and share with my accountability partner
@KristiHinze
- she keeps me in line
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In reply to @KristiHinze
mmurphy1964
Jan 18 @ 9:37 PM EST
hey there
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In reply to @PrincipalOgg
Hahne_KingEle
Jan 18 @ 9:37 PM EST
A1 Prioritize, make lists & check things off, take a break if overwhelmed, and don't take much home.
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stony12270
Jan 18 @ 9:37 PM EST
A1: Disconnecting is so important! I love running π after school and taking walks to think/ recharge
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jlmorris1988
Jan 18 @ 9:37 PM EST
A1 Prioritize.
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KelleyJAndrews
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:37 PM EST
Some days it's hard to slow down. I feel like an ER nurse and triage everything! Prioritize, make lists, delegate.
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PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:37 PM EST
My mentor is here y'all!
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Tommyspall
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:35 PM EST
Tom Spall from Brenham Texas! Instructional Technology Specialist.
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:37 PM EST
A1: I am more and more able to say that it can't all get done today. It actually seems like I get more done when I feel this way.
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SIOWehmeyer
Jan 18 @ 9:37 PM EST
A1:
@Tommyspall
thanks for introducing me to google keep! Keeps me SANE
#TXed
In reply to @Tommyspall
kandrarene
Jan 18 @ 9:38 PM EST
A1: learning to prioritize and what matters. Not everything should be a big deal and I can't do everything and know it's okay!!
#TXed
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:38 PM EST
When I take some time, I am able to focus more on what needs to be done...more gets done.
#txed
stony12270
Jan 18 @ 9:38 PM EST
A1: I admit that I have difficulty with this though π³π¬ - love being a connected educatorπͺ
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PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:38 PM EST
A1-Hit pause and refocus. Don't make a rush decision because everything else is rushing. Focus on what is best for kids
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:39 PM EST
@kandrarene
if everything is important, nothing is important.
#txed
In reply to @kandrarene
kandrarene
Jan 18 @ 9:38 PM EST
A1: learning to prioritize and what matters. Not everything should be a big deal and I can't do everything and know it's okay!!
#TXed
mmurphy1964
Jan 18 @ 9:39 PM EST
A1: unplug sometimes and just go run. Helps me refocus
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Hahne_KingEle
Jan 18 @ 9:39 PM EST
it's not always avoidable but I can't let it totally consume me.
#TXed
In reply to @SIOWehmeyer
TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:40 PM EST
Question 2 is coming up!
#TXed
massignmenthelp
Jan 18 @ 9:40 PM EST
#txed
Should the toughest kids be assigned to the best teachers?
https://t.co/3NhTh5TF87
pastors4txkids
Jan 18 @ 9:40 PM EST
The more the
#txlege
Senate pushes the privatization of our public schools, the more ludicrous it seems to the people of Texas.
#txed
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:40 PM EST
ours is camping...and not taking my work with me!
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In reply to @mmurphy1964
stony12270
Jan 18 @ 9:40 PM EST
Yes! Agree ππ
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In reply to @mmurphy1964
Tommyspall
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:40 PM EST
A1: Prioritize, be Ok with saying, "No", make tons of lists, most of all.... Focus on your students! This will help with everything!
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PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:40 PM EST
A1-Took three minutes today to step in my office and clear my mind. Focused on the task that was at hand and found help
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MrsC_Will
Jan 18 @ 9:40 PM EST
Joining in Late! Courtney from Eastland, TX.
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BeckyEdu
Jan 18 @ 9:40 PM EST
A1: I love tech, but I need to write down my todo list for the day and check things off.
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TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:41 PM EST
Q2: Communication is imperative to keep everyone on track. How do you communicate with your students, parents, or staff?
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:41 PM EST
I also love games. Feels good to take time and play a board or card game with my kids. Who knows how long they will want to do that!
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Wesley_Vinson38
Jan 18 @ 9:41 PM EST
A1: I try to compartmentalize and do certain tasks on certain days and stick to finishing them then.
https://t.co/PJhaaKjxdX
focuses
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Tommyspall
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:41 PM EST
It's absolutely my BEST friend. Using it every minute of every day!
#YourWelcome
#txed
#GoogleKeep
!
In reply to @SIOWehmeyer
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:42 PM EST
Howdy Courtney. Glad you are here
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In reply to @MrsC_Will
angiegillikin
Jan 18 @ 9:42 PM EST
Continuously prioritize what is worth/required spending time, what can be delegated & what doesn't need time. No wasting time
@TXEDMod
#TXed
TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:34 PM EST
Q1: In this day and age everything moves quickly. How do you slow things down enough to get a handle on everything?
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KelleyJAndrews
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:42 PM EST
what games are your faves?
#txed
In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
mmurphy1964
Jan 18 @ 9:42 PM EST
A1: eating lunch with my students helps me unwind, if you can believe that. Relationships matter!
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SIOWehmeyer
Jan 18 @ 9:42 PM EST
A2 I'm making a conscious effort to check in w/ everyone , everyday... not always successful but I'm trying!
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kandrarene
Jan 18 @ 9:42 PM EST
A2: take home folders, Remind, weekly emails, blog, and greet them at the door to see right away if any issues.
#TXed
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:42 PM EST
Weekly emails, but not sure they get read. Started putting riddles at beginning & hiding answers in rest of email. At least scanning
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PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:42 PM EST
A1-Got to remember to pause for our wellbeing also. Catch you breathe and move forward
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MrsC_Will
Jan 18 @ 9:43 PM EST
A2: I have a website,
#GoogleClassroom
, Instagram, FB, and online blogs for Ss to attach work.
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TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:41 PM EST
Q2: Communication is imperative to keep everyone on track. How do you communicate with your students, parents, or staff?
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Hahne_KingEle
Jan 18 @ 9:43 PM EST
do what you can! All you can do.
#txed
In reply to @SIOWehmeyer
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:43 PM EST
Hey Angie! Glad you could join
#TXed
again.
In reply to @angiegillikin
jlmorris1988
Jan 18 @ 9:43 PM EST
A2. We communicate on Voxer. Even after walk thrus I leave each T a positive comment.
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:43 PM EST
some new card games we have been playing but names escape me. Life is always fall back board game. and Sequence.
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In reply to @KelleyJAndrews
angiegillikin
Jan 18 @ 9:44 PM EST
Multiple ways, like learners - face to face, email/remind app, handouts, one size doesn't fit all.
@TXEDMod
#txEd
In reply to @TXEDMod
TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:41 PM EST
Q2: Communication is imperative to keep everyone on track. How do you communicate with your students, parents, or staff?
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Hahne_KingEle
Jan 18 @ 9:44 PM EST
A2 Weekly email check ins with parents, daily conversation w/Ss, emailing teachers and admin, and being aval when needed.
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MrsC_Will
Jan 18 @ 9:44 PM EST
my Ss won't use it...they prefer Snapchat, so I created a class Snapchat for reminders!
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In reply to @jlmorris1988
stony12270
Jan 18 @ 9:44 PM EST
A2: Our parents love FB announcements! Also have
@LakesideTV
S led broadcasting to keep learning community informed π
#TXed
In reply to @LakesideTV
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:44 PM EST
A2: I also have created a OneNote notebook for cheat sheets and troubleshooting that is shared with my campuses.
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ErinWest_ITRT
Jan 18 @ 9:44 PM EST
A2: I try not to overwhelm my Ts w/ emails. I blog & send out emails when needed.I walk the halls each AM before school to touch base
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PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:44 PM EST
A2-Been slow lately but I share a staff blog that has important dates coming up and the Ogg Soap Box at times!
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MrsFaubs
Jan 18 @ 9:44 PM EST
A1: Make a list, prioritize, ensure its always STUDENT centered
#TXEd
@TXEDMod
In reply to @TXEDMod
Tommyspall
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:44 PM EST
A2: Daily Blog, Remind Account, Twitter, Texting, Old School Calling Folks, Posters up around the school, etc...
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#communication
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:45 PM EST
I had been off campuses for a while. it has been great to be able to just stop in and touch base this week.
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In reply to @SIOWehmeyer
AssignmentHelpN
Jan 18 @ 9:45 PM EST
#txed
17 for β17: Experts on E-learning & EdTech Trends for 2017
https://t.co/I9aiwWWsrV
Wesley_Vinson38
Jan 18 @ 9:45 PM EST
A2-I like to communicate through Edmodo with all, plus text, phone, and email with parents and staff.
#TXed
MrsC_Will
Jan 18 @ 9:45 PM EST
our P's love FB too. I was told by Ss that FB is for "old people". WHAT!? lol
#txed
In reply to @stony12270
mmurphy1964
Jan 18 @ 9:45 PM EST
A2: face to face communication is best. Twitter is awesome.
@voxer
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In reply to @voxer
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:45 PM EST
Which do you think has the biggest impact? It seems that may vary from year to year.
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In reply to @kandrarene
stony12270
Jan 18 @ 9:46 PM EST
A2: I also love reflecting on my blog. Provides a window into the school library π
https://t.co/XEovxswV79
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:46 PM EST
Which do you feel carries the biggest impact?
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In reply to @MrsC_Will
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:46 PM EST
A2-We have a great district app that parents can download for free. I can send SMS through it if needed
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MrsFaubs
Jan 18 @ 9:46 PM EST
A2: Community Circle, reinforcing the students voice is important; touching base weekly with parents; sharing positive happenings
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TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:47 PM EST
Question 3 is coming up!
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stony12270
Jan 18 @ 9:47 PM EST
Ha! Ours say the same thing... but for some reason those same Ss are on FB too π
#txed
In reply to @MrsC_Will
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:47 PM EST
A2-SM is huge. Love posting the awesome things we do in Brenham to our Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook pages
#TXed
MrsC_Will
Jan 18 @ 9:47 PM EST
Instagram. I send reminders for tests out on it and Ss share. They also share their passions w/me.
#txed
In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:47 PM EST
I agree about overwhelming with emails. I try to limit to one a week, but I also usually fail at that.
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In reply to @ErinWest_ITRT
TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:48 PM EST
Q3: If everything is important, nothing is important. How do you prioritize what needs to be done?
#TXed
MrsC_Will
Jan 18 @ 9:48 PM EST
A3: Lists. I put the most immediate and then prioritize into most important to least. I never get to the bottom of the list...
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TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:48 PM EST
Q3: If everything is important, nothing is important. How do you prioritize what needs to be done?
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KelleyJAndrews
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:49 PM EST
A3 Making deadlines and schedules..plus lists :)
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Hahne_KingEle
Jan 18 @ 9:49 PM EST
A3 Keeping student's needs first and what's best/needed for them. Everything else is second and more.
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:49 PM EST
Who do you use for your app?
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In reply to @PrincipalOgg
MrsFaubs
Jan 18 @ 9:49 PM EST
A3: Focus on what supports the needs of the students, enhances learning & allows creativity to seep into the lessons.
#TXEd
@TXEDMod
In reply to @TXEDMod
jlmorris1988
Jan 18 @ 9:49 PM EST
A3. Focus on the goals! And help my staff focus on the goals.
#austinblueroos
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kandrarene
Jan 18 @ 9:50 PM EST
A3: always think what's best interest for my sts. If it doesn't benefit or make things better for them not a priority
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PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:50 PM EST
A3-In school it is students first then us. We do need to remember to take care of ourselves and our family.
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SIOWehmeyer
Jan 18 @ 9:50 PM EST
A3 what will help the kids the most?! And what have I committed to that needs to happen to keep everyone rowing in the same direction?
#TXed
laffinglibrary
Jan 18 @ 9:50 PM EST
Multitasking and getting quick tasks out of the way.
#txed
TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:48 PM EST
Q3: If everything is important, nothing is important. How do you prioritize what needs to be done?
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SVicGlass
Jan 18 @ 9:50 PM EST
to do list is key!
#txed
In reply to @TXEDMod
KelleyJAndrews
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:50 PM EST
Teachers never get to the bottom of the list. :P
#txed
That is probably the best new teacher tidbit ever. :)
In reply to @MrsC_Will
angiegillikin
Jan 18 @ 9:50 PM EST
Most immed deadline?! j/k I'm list maker, write all down, then can see to pick & choose based on avail time block/due date.
@TXEDMod
#TXed
TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:48 PM EST
Q3: If everything is important, nothing is important. How do you prioritize what needs to be done?
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stony12270
Jan 18 @ 9:51 PM EST
A3: Whatever Ss and Ts need comes first. Sometimes it's just listening and encouraging π
#TXed
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:51 PM EST
Double check with
@tommyspall
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In reply to @pwagnerlcisd, @Tommyspall
MrsC_Will
Jan 18 @ 9:51 PM EST
Agreed! I know Ts that are killing themselves trying to get it all done.
#txed
In reply to @KelleyJAndrews
mmurphy1964
Jan 18 @ 9:51 PM EST
A3: Getting in classrooms to see my students comes first.
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Wesley_Vinson38
Jan 18 @ 9:52 PM EST
A3-I tend to prioritize around taking care of student needs and then fulfilling other requirements as much as possible.
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:52 PM EST
I see many answers saying Ss first, which I totally agree with. What happens when teams can't decide which is most important?
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ErinWest_ITRT
Jan 18 @ 9:52 PM EST
A3: That's the ten million dollar question.
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ShaneAlanHardin
Jan 18 @ 9:52 PM EST
Reprehensible that an elected official would have the nerve...however keep your eye on the ball. Distracting away from
#txed
privatization
james4texas
Jan 18 @ 7:36 PM EST
questions include whether they support Shariah law, the Muslim Brotherhood and ex-Muslims. my story
#txlege
Tommyspall
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:53 PM EST
A3: Work order comes in.... Me: Meh, I'll get to it. Work order comes in from
@PrincipalOgg
..... Me: Priority #1 = Me RUNNING! jk jk
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MrsC_Will
Jan 18 @ 9:53 PM EST
Compromise. You win some you lose some. Working together and self-reflection. Harder said than done.
#txed
In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
Hahne_KingEle
Jan 18 @ 9:53 PM EST
sometimes you have to make the choice or compromise on what's needed.
#txed
In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:53 PM EST
#txed
kandrarene
Jan 18 @ 9:53 PM EST
sometimes gotta agree to disagree. Importance to one can be different to another.
In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:54 PM EST
Question 4 is coming up!
#TXed
EduGladiators
Jan 18 @ 9:54 PM EST
πLet's talk Restorative βοΈ SATURDAY
#Edugladiators
Join LIVE
#afterchat
β―
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too!
#educoach
#ohedchat
#Txed
#weirded
BeckyEdu
Jan 18 @ 9:54 PM EST
That's because we keep adding to the list!
#txed
In reply to @KelleyJAndrews, @MrsC_Will
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:54 PM EST
#txed
#truth
SIOWehmeyer
Jan 18 @ 9:53 PM EST
compromise and listen to each other... biggest bang for buck?
In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
BeckyEdu
Jan 18 @ 9:54 PM EST
I use to set a timer for some Ss to finish a task. Sometimes I set it for myself. Ha!
#txed
laffinglibrary
Jan 18 @ 9:50 PM EST
Multitasking and getting quick tasks out of the way.
#txed
TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:48 PM EST
Q3: If everything is important, nothing is important. How do you prioritize what needs to be done?
#TXed
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:54 PM EST
#txed
#nailedit
Hahne_KingEle
Jan 18 @ 9:53 PM EST
sometimes you have to make the choice or compromise on what's needed.
#txed
In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:55 PM EST
Q4: What tools, digital or analog, work well for you to stay organized and manage your time?
#TXed
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:55 PM EST
My favorite part of the day is when I get replies from people asking about what I sent the original email about.
#txed
#fail
In reply to @ErinWest_ITRT
MrsC_Will
Jan 18 @ 9:56 PM EST
A4: Boomerang Chrome ext for SPED emails and reminders, Scheduled reminders, Google Calendar, Phone calendar, more lists lol
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TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:55 PM EST
Q4: What tools, digital or analog, work well for you to stay organized and manage your time?
#TXed
kandrarene
Jan 18 @ 9:56 PM EST
A4: don't really have any... maybe that's why I'm all over the place. π
#TXed
MrsFaubs
Jan 18 @ 9:56 PM EST
A4: the basic analog clock on the classroom wall... & my math workshop timer. π¬
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@TXEDMod
In reply to @TXEDMod
ErinWest_ITRT
Jan 18 @ 9:56 PM EST
A4: Google Keep, Spark Email, apple watch, and an old fashioned notebook.
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:56 PM EST
#honesty
#txed
:)
kandrarene
Jan 18 @ 9:56 PM EST
A4: don't really have any... maybe that's why I'm all over the place. π
#TXed
BeckyEdu
Jan 18 @ 9:57 PM EST
A4 Can't wait to hear about the tools people use! I know Onenote is popular. I love making lists with
#wunderlist
#txed
angiegillikin
Jan 18 @ 9:57 PM EST
Outlook calendar is a must, but am still a paper planner girl. Know what works for YOU & use it. Not what someone else does.
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TXEDMod
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Jan 18 @ 9:55 PM EST
Q4: What tools, digital or analog, work well for you to stay organized and manage your time?
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KelleyJAndrews
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Jan 18 @ 9:57 PM EST
A4 I cannot live without my 1)Plum Paper Planner 2) computer calendar reminders 3) teamies 4) Google phone
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jlmorris1988
Jan 18 @ 9:57 PM EST
Q4. Keeping my goals in front of me. Getting to school early to plan my day, delegate, & old fashion lists on paper.
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SIOWehmeyer
Jan 18 @ 9:57 PM EST
My google calendar reminders
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BeckyEdu
Jan 18 @ 9:57 PM EST
A4 Online calendars, Siri reminders, Wunderlist
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pwagnerlcisd
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Jan 18 @ 9:58 PM EST
I get caught between an argument when two or more see different solutions to the issue and both think they are right.
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In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:58 PM EST
LOL!! Usually if I am putting in a tech work order...it is big!!
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In reply to @Tommyspall
Hahne_KingEle
Jan 18 @ 9:58 PM EST
A4 the classroom clock is my friend, timers for Ss and myself, calendar reminders, and my planner (yes still paper).
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ErinWest_ITRT
Jan 18 @ 9:58 PM EST
Those are necessary! Set big project reminders weeks in advance. LOVE my calendar on my watch as well.
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In reply to @SIOWehmeyer
Wesley_Vinson38
Jan 18 @ 9:58 PM EST
I use the notes tab on my phone and iPad and then compare them to make sure I have accomplished most tasks and Google calendar.
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SVicGlass
Jan 18 @ 9:58 PM EST
.
@TXEDMod
omg...getting hooked on
@getRocketbook
...great blend of digital/analog!
https://t.co/KT6O8SUnTT
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In reply to @TXEDMod, @getRocketbook
pwagnerlcisd
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Jan 18 @ 9:59 PM EST
A4: OneNote, calendar, repeat...
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pastors4txkids
Jan 18 @ 9:59 PM EST
Call your
#txlege
Senator & ask one thing: do you favor the subsidy of private education with public
#txed
dollars? That's "school choice."
mmurphy1964
Jan 18 @ 9:59 PM EST
A4: old school desk calendar. Google calendar reminders on phone. Sticky notes.
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PrincipalOgg
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Jan 18 @ 9:59 PM EST
A4-Google Keep had been cool. I like Calendar 5. It was free when I downloaded it.
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MrsC_Will
Jan 18 @ 9:59 PM EST
That looks amazing! Thats exactly what I need! Thanks for sharing!
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In reply to @SVicGlass
Tommyspall
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Jan 18 @ 10:00 PM EST
A4: Woah... Where to start! Google Keep, Google Drive, All my Chrome Extensions, Notebook I carry around, and many more.
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laffinglibrary
Jan 18 @ 10:00 PM EST
A4: Sticky notes EVERYWHERE
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Hahne_KingEle
Jan 18 @ 10:00 PM EST
about the same here. Everything on my paper calendar is on my school email calendar. Love sticky notes.
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In reply to @mmurphy1964
Wesley_Vinson38
Jan 18 @ 10:00 PM EST
A4-I use the notes tab on my phone and iPad and then compare them to make sure I have accomplished most tasks and Google calendar.
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TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:01 PM EST
Question 5 is coming up!
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:01 PM EST
A4: I'm also impartial to others telling me what I should be doing with my time...that brings joy!
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#sarcasm
#clueless
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:01 PM EST
Ah! Good old sticky notes
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In reply to @mmurphy1964
KelleyJAndrews
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:01 PM EST
bwahahahahah! :P
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I can imagine it does :P
In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
pastors4txkids
Jan 18 @ 10:01 PM EST
"12 Faith Leaders to Watch in 2017." Honored for our pastors to be recognized as champions for our Texas children.
@CAPfaith
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TXEDMod
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Jan 18 @ 10:02 PM EST
Q5: Time has to be set aside for yourself and your family. How do you ensure you are setting aside personal time? Any tips?
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SIOWehmeyer
Jan 18 @ 10:02 PM EST
Can't take the screen anymore- checking out! You guys rock!!! Thanks for having me
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PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:02 PM EST
Nope, I get you. Don't want...
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In reply to @Tommyspall
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:03 PM EST
A5: PUT IT ON YOUR CALENDAR AND STICK TO IT.
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#yelling
ErinWest_ITRT
Jan 18 @ 10:03 PM EST
A5: Aside from Twitter, when I'm home..I'm home. Boys activities keep me from being sucked into work.
#recoveringworkaholic
#balance
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PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:03 PM EST
Get some rest!!!!
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In reply to @SIOWehmeyer
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:03 PM EST
We try to schedule a camping trip every month to 6 weeks. Gets both of us away from work adn relaxing.
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angiegillikin
Jan 18 @ 10:03 PM EST
Learned long ago everyone is replaceable @ work. Self and family aren't. Must make your priority, set boundary & stick to it!
@TXEDMod
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TXEDMod
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Jan 18 @ 10:02 PM EST
Q5: Time has to be set aside for yourself and your family. How do you ensure you are setting aside personal time? Any tips?
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Tommyspall
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Jan 18 @ 10:04 PM EST
Hey friends and my "Brother from another mother" .... I have to head out and help with bedtime stories upstairs. See you next week!
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MrsC_Will
Jan 18 @ 10:04 PM EST
A5: I set a time limit. T/TH I stay until 5 to help Ss or get things done. My husband is a T as well so we agree no school @ home.
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TXEDMod
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Jan 18 @ 10:02 PM EST
Q5: Time has to be set aside for yourself and your family. How do you ensure you are setting aside personal time? Any tips?
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KelleyJAndrews
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Jan 18 @ 10:04 PM EST
A5 Make an effort. You only live once.Guilt also helps. :P
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Wesley_Vinson38
Jan 18 @ 10:04 PM EST
A5-I try to set aside a particular time each afternoon and weekend to strategically attack educational tasks to maximize family time.
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bluebutterflysm
Jan 18 @ 10:04 PM EST
A5: weekends = total family time & me time.Recharge.
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:04 PM EST
Have a great finish to the week, Tom. See you in a couple weeks?
#TCEA
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In reply to @Tommyspall
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:05 PM EST
A6-Make it happen. Don't let family time split away
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MrsC_Will
Jan 18 @ 10:05 PM EST
Agreed! I'm right there with you. My husband pointed out my workaholic behavior. Was missing out on my 2 yr old.
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In reply to @ErinWest_ITRT
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:05 PM EST
Later man!!
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In reply to @Tommyspall
Tommyspall
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:05 PM EST
Yes sir! See you there! Going to be awesome as usual!!!!
#TCEA17
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In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:05 PM EST
That's a different way to do it! Usually I try scheduling time away. Good idea to schedule time to work.
#limit
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In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
Hahne_KingEle
Jan 18 @ 10:06 PM EST
A5 I talk and text family often, spend long weekends with family and plan & stick with it, and take time on the weekend to unwind.
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SVicGlass
Jan 18 @ 10:06 PM EST
A5: honesty, lately its been with the help of
#googlecal
Prioritizing family is
#key
#YOLO
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In reply to @TXEDMod
mmurphy1964
Jan 18 @ 10:06 PM EST
A5: Have to just make the time. Family first.
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KelleyJAndrews
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:06 PM EST
let's meet up at
#TCEA17
guys! I mean it!
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In reply to @Tommyspall, @pwagnerlcisd
SVicGlass
Jan 18 @ 10:06 PM EST
yep! Yep! Yep!
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In reply to @PrincipalOgg, @mmurphy1964
TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:08 PM EST
Question 6 is coming up!
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MrsC_Will
Jan 18 @ 10:08 PM EST
Headed to bed. Toddler w/flu = exhausted!
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MrsFaubs
Jan 18 @ 10:08 PM EST
A5:Work will always be there in the morning. Pick days to stay late & leave on time AND stick to it. I prefer working in the early AM
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jlmorris1988
Jan 18 @ 10:08 PM EST
Thanks for the thoughtful questions and comments!
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TXEDMod
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Jan 18 @ 10:09 PM EST
Q6: What things do you like to do with the time you set aside?
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BeckyEdu
Jan 18 @ 10:09 PM EST
Did I tell you I am goin to
#TCEA17
!? HH for sure!
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In reply to @KelleyJAndrews, @Tommyspall, @pwagnerlcisd
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:09 PM EST
Hope your little one gets to feeling better. Thanks for stopping in.
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In reply to @MrsC_Will
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:09 PM EST
Oh my. Hope they get feeling better. Take care
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In reply to @MrsC_Will
KelleyJAndrews
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:09 PM EST
OMG! I love it so much. And I have had apple, note, and windows. :P plus seamless w/ all my googley things
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In reply to @MrsC_Will
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:09 PM EST
A6: Family, friends, outdoors. No computers!
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PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:10 PM EST
A6-Mainly watching my girls grow.
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JMcKeanK12
Jan 18 @ 10:10 PM EST
A4: I am hooked on OneNote! Integrates with outlook and sooo easy to use
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TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:55 PM EST
Q4: What tools, digital or analog, work well for you to stay organized and manage your time?
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:12 PM EST
You and me both!
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JMcKeanK12
Jan 18 @ 10:10 PM EST
A4: I am hooked on OneNote! Integrates with outlook and sooo easy to use
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TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 9:55 PM EST
Q4: What tools, digital or analog, work well for you to stay organized and manage your time?
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angiegillikin
Jan 18 @ 10:12 PM EST
Time w/ fam, friends,
@BCFellowship
,
@RODEOHOUSTON
volunteer, daily walk w/ my dog, blog, create, getting
#MBA
, read....
@TXEDMod
#TXed
TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:09 PM EST
Q6: What things do you like to do with the time you set aside?
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mmurphy1964
Jan 18 @ 10:12 PM EST
A6: Spend time with our kids. Run. Unplug.
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:12 PM EST
#this
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#family
Wesley_Vinson38
Jan 18 @ 10:12 PM EST
A6-I think that varies, but the order usually goes with unique, values-friendly activities that involve travel or rest.
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bluebutterflysm
Jan 18 @ 10:13 PM EST
A6: time w my Mom - breast cancer survivor. 2 1/2 yrs beating liver & bone cancer. β€ my Mom! Stealing time. Minutes & moments count.
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Hahne_KingEle
Jan 18 @ 10:13 PM EST
A6 sleep more when I can, take pictures, read, and watch movies when I can.
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:13 PM EST
#this
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KelleyJAndrews
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:14 PM EST
A6 read, cook, knit and crochet, school garden, research edtech tools, netflix binging
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mmurphy1964
Jan 18 @ 10:14 PM EST
that's awesome
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In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:14 PM EST
best tool EVER!
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@msonenote
In reply to @BClarksonTX, @JMcKeanK12, @KaraLandgrebe, @msonenote
TXEDMod
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:15 PM EST
Thanks to the
#TXed
team:
@Bstamm00
@PrincipalOgg
@IvantheAggie
@pwagnerlcisd
@oJaison
@vhsaldana
@KelleyJAndrews
In reply to @Bstamm00, @PrincipalOgg, @IvantheAggie, @pwagnerlcisd, @oJaison, @vhsaldana, @KelleyJAndrews
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:15 PM EST
Great chat
#TXed
peeps. I hope time is good for you this week. Focus and make a difference. You got this!
Wesley_Vinson38
Jan 18 @ 10:16 PM EST
A6-I like traveling to non-common places and seeing the beauty of nature when I can.
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:16 PM EST
Thanks for joining us everyone. We hope to see you again next week!
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pwagnerlcisd
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:16 PM EST
Our goal is to visit every national park in the US. We did 8 last summer. It was amazing.
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In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
mmurphy1964
Jan 18 @ 10:17 PM EST
Thanks
@pwagnerlcisd
and
@PrincipalOgg
. Great chat
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In reply to @pwagnerlcisd, @PrincipalOgg
PrincipalOgg
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 10:15 PM EST
Great chat
#TXed
peeps. I hope time is good for you this week. Focus and make a difference. You got this!
JMcKeanK12
Jan 18 @ 10:17 PM EST
A5: It's all about family for me and make them my number 1 priority. Turning off the work brain is a challenge!!
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TXEDMod
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Jan 18 @ 10:02 PM EST
Q5: Time has to be set aside for yourself and your family. How do you ensure you are setting aside personal time? Any tips?
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MrsFaubs
Jan 18 @ 10:18 PM EST
Q6: Reflect, Rejuvenate, & Recharge!
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@TXEDMod
In reply to @TXEDMod
bluebutterflysm
Jan 18 @ 10:19 PM EST
TY
@pwagnerlcisd
You rocked
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In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
JMcKeanK12
Jan 18 @ 10:20 PM EST
A6: I spend it with my family and kids first and foremost BUT when I have time I like listening to podcasts and reading edblogs
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TXEDMod
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Jan 18 @ 10:09 PM EST
Q6: What things do you like to do with the time you set aside?
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DinahMillerTX
Jan 18 @ 10:24 PM EST
.
@LeahRemini
@1diamondgirlRB
#txlege
member .
@KHancock4TX
advocates 4 taxpayerfunded vouchers to indoctrinate kids in
#Scientology
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In reply to @LeahRemini, @1diamondgirlRB, @KHancock4TX
bluebutterflysm
Jan 18 @ 10:24 PM EST
TY
@PrincipalOgg
cuz you rocked
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In reply to @PrincipalOgg
JMcKeanK12
Jan 18 @ 10:27 PM EST
That's awesome Paul!! Good luck. Wish I was going to be there this year, I would have joined that session!
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@TCEA
In reply to @pwagnerlcisd, @TCEA