#BFC530 Archive
The Breakfast Club – #BFC530 – is a 15 minute, 1 question Twitter chat every weekday. We chat in 4 timezones Mon-Fri – 5:30am Eastern, Central, Mountain, and Pacific Times. The mission of BFC is to empower participants to make a difference in education by engaging in consistent reflective practice in a supportive community that inspires and challenges one another.
Wednesday June 1, 2016
Good Morning! Everyone! Met our incoming grade 3 parents last night!
Today - What types of things do you do to continue your professional learning in the summer? - https://t.co/yAR4chQ9sU
Good morning! June ROCKS!
Excited to attend camps this summer! As a social media director, attendee, and faculty member.
https://t.co/Y4PwCNIOyq
Psyched! Day 1 of training with Instructional Coaching, here I come.
Gooooood morning ! Happy Wednesday! I love starting the week off on a Tuesday! David MS Principal form VA. How is everyone?
I have innovators mindset, teach like a pirate and drive on my pile
Will be working all summer but also writing curriculum for new course that will keep me focused
That's awesome Craig - A Hat Trick!
One of the greatest words in an educators vocabulary!
Professional reading and continuing to connect with my PLN via Twitter will be a big part of my summer.
I am also looking at nextgen science and hopefully teaching preschool! :)
That sounds great Veronica! You say Day 1 - how many days total?
Good Morning . Sorry im late, just cant get out of bed.
Reading and Staying involved with my PLN. Edcamps if possible and I try to step out of my comfort zone focus on something new
I'll be on edcamps, reading. I'll also be experimenting...things I didn't have time for during the yr.
come Craig we know you never sleep come on over !!
This summer going to somewhat of an *UnConference* Constructing Modern Knowledge 2nd year. Also putting on 3 1-wk Maker camps.
Will be attending my first GAFE event followed by an Edcamp.
Also will be attending ISTE for the first time
This summer my hope is to lead a book dialogue Twitter chat around Most Likely To Succeed by Wagner! Fingers crossed it works out!
Good morning! Stacey from NJ. Today is my Monday...only two more days until Friday...weird!
Each summer I have a daily to do list. It includes: read 1 prof. article, read a prof book, work on a blog post.
First, I need to put 100% focus on finishing the school year strong! Then ocean here I come
2 for now. During 2016-17, 9 days.
Working on putting in new switches district wide and replacing our firewall...Busy, busy
Preschool!?! That is such an awesome age! High energy, but awesome!
Good Morning! Wow June 1st and so much still left to do and learn this school year.
Wow! What a great opportunity!
And just like that, it's June! Good morning - Marifran, HS librarian from NY hopping in a little late (as usual)
Yes ESY at a private SPED School and summer camp for Students on the Autism Spectrum, busty times
But we're all here, Craig!!
Right?! I hope so! Fingers crossed. How fun will that be? (half day though)
Wow! So structured. Nicely done. https://t.co/lIE4TmmIyi
Each summer I have a daily to do list. It includes: read 1 prof. article, read a prof book, work on a blog post.
June will do that! Good thing we can Tweet from bed 😂😂
Whats our Question today?
Good morning (a little late) from Massachusetts.
Brian, HS principal
once the heat starts sleep becomes difficult for me.
What pd are you doing over the summer
would love to have a WNY/CNY this summer.
I'll be doing some scoring work for in August. I'll also read things I've been hoarding all year!
Aaahhh work on a blog post! I need to make that a priority as well!
Good morning! Nicole from NJ.
This Summer ... I will read ... Tweet ... Brush up on my US History ... And make some stuff for the classroom
In the summer I attended as many free PD opportunities as I can! Plus some professional reading. Then I relax and unwind.
I also have a bunch of middle grade novels to catch up on
Really like that manageable plan! 😊
Craig I imaged you being born at an Iste Conf. Lol.
Really? 1st? (I've never been btw) https://t.co/Fa7gX2aUDA
Will be attending my first GAFE event followed by an Edcamp.
Also will be attending ISTE for the first time
Summer plans include professional reading, working w/leadership team 4 next year initiatives and getting stoked for an awesome year.
Will continue to refine my Google skills so I can teach other educators.
There is an decamp right near me!!! Please come!
Good morning! Hunger Ga-, I mean Field Day today. May the odds be ever in MY favor today. Lots of bug spray and sunscreen!
Putting it simply, I plan to read! I want to read anything and everything that might give me an edge or new cool idea for next year.
enjoy ISTE, Craig. There's a lot to take in. I went for the first time last year
I agree! It's not summer time, in my mind, if I don't hit the beach several times!
The question is do I have the discipline to follow through...some days, yes, others not so much
Summer camp sounds like fun!
My county provides so many great PD opportunities over the summer. I love it.
Good morning! Somehow I forgot that, along with the coffee...*yawn*
good morning! That's the best part about you're never really late here. You're early for central and mountain time.
What types of things do you do to continue your professional learning in the summer? -
Good Morning Stacey! An awesome discovery, the 3 day week! I'm in! 👌🎉🎉🎉☕️☕️☕️
Piles of professional reading- this Sat. & next Sat. in July. Some MC remodel.
There seems to be more time in the summer to do these things
I am also hoping to become a good certified teacher..I think that it is
If I hunted through all the county office of educations...
There's only so much summer! https://t.co/Vo8SJGF3KT
My county provides so many great PD opportunities over the summer. I love it.
Also, will present at state administrator's conference at end of July. Love to share and collaborate.
It would be great! And 1/2 day is perfect because you'll end up needing to nap the other 1/2 of the day! :-)
oh no! That means you need to blast the AC?!?
I also, see the summer as my time to read books that can help me see the big picture.
what types of PD do you do over the summer
I am doing two weeks of Kids at College ... Guiding kids using ... Yes I am getting paid to minecraft
You go, girl! Very exciting! Hope you get some rest too, though! 😊
Craig, you're going to be at ISTE? Holy cow! This is going to be EPIC!! Cynthia are you going?
hahahaha nap and beer! :) It will so different than what I normal do! :)
That's awesome Dennis! Great being recognized for playing the right way. https://t.co/Z0zO9sNLFB
I am doing two weeks of Kids at College ... Guiding kids using ... Yes I am getting paid to minecraft
love that way of thinking!
honestly, this list creates anxiety in me just to read...
Don't forget baseball on July 16? :)
I want to be Google certified too! It's been on my to do list - I need to make time for it
Also, if you can swing it, I think that conferences are a great use of summer time. People are the best PD.
that's really cool!! Keep us posted
We should motivate each other this summer! :)
I'm doing a bunch of reading and beginning my Ed leadership experience with 25 other experienced leaders from around ME
I second the nap and beer! https://t.co/dV9mFciWIm
hahahaha nap and beer! :) It will so different than what I normal do! :)
I love catching up on what the students are reading too https://t.co/v5I7edRHnN
I also have a bunch of middle grade novels to catch up on
tell me more, would love some ideas
I'm only off work the month of June so we have many vacays lined up - my break is devoted to my husband and daughters ❤️
Not going. But will follow the action. And you?
Very jealous of those attending . Just can't make it happen this year
District committed to the Penn State model that trained PA teachers as part of grant. Learning as I go...
Perfect summer day, right?!
9 books in on my , a couple of and hopefully a curriculum group (or 2) w colleagues
Summer school holidays in Australia is December, January, starts close to Christmas and finishes on Australia Day end Jan
I also will be following those lucky educators at ISTE to try to get 2nd hand info
Good Wednesday morning For those who missed it few weeks ago, I wrote this post last summer, it's accurate https://t.co/mcJr73ffgq
about what PD, books or conferences?
I need to clean my house!
Read, beach, sleep. Repeat = summer plans
Can't wait to meet F2F! I'll be wearing my tshirt.
Yes, I'm going and bringing 3 of my friends from school. Biggest crew our school has sent yet.
I have so many books that I've saved for summer reading. My hammock awaits-if the kids let me!
Same here. I finished the training months ago but have been putting off the test...
Very cool! Would love to hear more as you go! Perhaps some ?!?!
great!! We would love to here more about this
that is on my list too for this summer. I figure if I want my Ts to do it I should do it first.
Be sure to follow the hashtag
Will be tweeting lots from
https://t.co/uzxbHcC7w7
I also will be following those lucky educators at ISTE to try to get 2nd hand info
Nice!!! Look for the Phillies P:)
I have a folder w/ over 100 emails w/ tools, strategies, articles I want 2 learn more about so I'll DEF be taking time 2 read them
Yes! We need to do a check in with each other! I looked at everything and it seems Doable ...and time consuming 😳
Maybe we should have a little support group! :)
Also helping to organize state's part in July 11's international. Will be epic across country: https://t.co/gTumX0VW9A
Good morning - joining late today.
Im thinking of becoming a Microsoft certified educator. This summer would be a good time for that.
I realized I do need to do all the lessons..there is a lot I don't know! :)
Sketchnotes is one of the "things" I am working on. You are an inspiration!
It's summer - all work and not play makes for a dull summer. I'm all in with Kid Lit!!
You can tell us what we have to look forward too!
I often find I'm working or researching a paper I might be writing for publication, etc.January is usually visiting family
Happy, warm day to all! Off for an early morning run and then heading to our district Track & Field Meet...helping to start races.
We need to get together on this! :)
inhaled Pax by - so much in such a tiny book
I am always forgetting! We are done on the 17th and go back in September.
We can all be in this together! 🎉
Also, taking care of yourself over the summer and shutting down for a bit is also pretty fantastic.
Thanks, Katie! I needed that. I've got Tom and Jerry eyes this a.m.
lots of rdg, summer prof. Book clubs, prep for next year, beach, wrkng on Google certification
There's typically also been a G+ community, voxer group, and more
The struggle was real to get up today! is a good reason to get out of bed 👍😴
I can't wait to hear your thoughts on PAX. I have been on the verge of ordering it for book groups next year.
We should work on this as a cohort of sorts. I might need some motivation
I'm hoping to work on getting my YA book published! 👍
Seriously! Let's do it! I need the support and encouragement :)
Isn't it funny how we end up with a "million" saved? I wish I was a speed reader so I could actually get to it all!
OMG so good. Can't wait for !
I have been using Lots to review.
I'm sure that you'll get it published too! What's the intended age range? https://t.co/PU2cMA9ulE
I'm hoping to work on getting my YA book published! 👍
that happens, we start saving stuff and because there isn't enough time we save it for the summer
off to Denver, Starr? Craig: it will be awesome, in truest sense of the word (take in small bites)
Thanks, Connie and Veronica!
Summer PD --> Lots of reading, working, and conferences...
Mine too...& too. We should form a cohort
You all are making me excited! Trying to wait until year ends to crack it open 📚🤓❤️
I also like to use the time to get in better shape! It is important I think! https://t.co/TGgweVyXsn
Also, taking care of yourself over the summer and shutting down for a bit is also pretty fantastic.
Beach, beach, and more beach!!
goal: read Ss book choices this summer! Need to be better about that
Oh wow! Seriously - who can lead this?! Let's make it happen!
Order it! It is just amazing!
I'll want to take it all in... Know I'll be feeling overwhelmed https://t.co/xBkO6QaSbs
off to Denver, Starr? Craig: it will be awesome, in truest sense of the word (take in small bites)
inspired me to run a Summer Lrng. Challenge two years ago. I will def. do that. Hope everyone can participate
I say order it! I heard it is amazing! #1 on my list for this summer
YA- sorry not for elementary
Todd is awesome
That is all
Return to regularly scheduled programming
https://t.co/Pexk7Wdmg0
inspired me to run a Summer Lrng. Challenge two years ago. I will def. do that. Hope everyone can participate
ha yes! With a photographic memory so I could actually remember all the gr8 ideas when it comes time to use them
Wow, that was fast Have a great day everyone! Time for coffee.
Get my personal kids on track early for next year...off devices & into books 👊🙄
I can create a Google Doc to track our progress. We can use it to send support
Have a fabulous Wednesday everyone. That was a quick chat. (always is)
Look into self publishing too. Huge huge business.
Perhaps over the summer I will be perusing the bookshelf. to help me along.
I visited your country in summer of 2014, whilst at Harvard. Boston, NYC, Washington DC, LA, Anaheim, Hollywood, LA=Hot!
Have an awesome day, Friends. See you tomorrow!
Lots of blogging/writing this summer, which I'd also consider PD.
Yes! I love that idea! It will motivate me
Thanks for some outstanding motivation everyone! Summer will be fantastic! Happy Wednesday!
Totally down for a support/study group!
I'm teaching an online reading class this summer for gifted students through Johns Hopkins
It takes so much longer to write posts than to read them! (just saying)
Thanks bloggers!!! https://t.co/auDOFvKtFo
Lots of blogging/writing this summer, which I'd also consider PD.
Have a fabulous day everyone! The 2nd graders come to our intermediate school today!
PD. Do they have a catalog you could share? Always looking for inspiration. Thanks!
found pockets in Philly to hide in - fought to focus on what I really *wanted* to see ( helped)
does this chat continue in the summer? Someone please say yes!
Wow! You've seen more of my country than I have! Would love to fly to Australia!
Yes!!
Good luck with catching up this summer! I'll be thinking of you as I try to do the same! :-)
I will work on it today & post something during tomorrow.
Craig, you're gonna read my book, right?!?
That sounds like fun! How did you get involved?
Thanks for the chat everyone! What a great way to begin the first day of June! Have a great one! https://t.co/Yu9Gn9EH9z
I want to start reading/ buying some new books for my Junior practicum kiddos! Currently reading "Matilda"
Happy Wednesday everyone!
Does it have LOTS of pictures???
I met someone through Twitter( of course) who works there. https://t.co/OAFcEhgbuK
That sounds like fun! How did you get involved?
Im listening to the playlist right now.
and I will throw in a few pictures, just for you.
...and I'll be reading it! . Just launched my author FB page. You'll need to do the same!
https://t.co/wJ5sh9u7sj
I'm hoping to work on getting my YA book published! 👍
Perfect! Thanks so much! Maybe DM us incase we miss the chat?!?
no just in need of money !!!!
Also wanting to get a head start on preparing for my portfolio! and reading, of course!! Going to be a busy summer ⛱📖☀️🌻
I've heard it's very overwhelming the 1st time you attend Craig. I'll probably get lost in a crowd!
Make it a great Wednesday everyone. Off for a swim.
Many thanks to for all she does for the community!!!
Good morning Jessica!
I've read that you should have a website to promote. I'm no longer on FB. Have to get hubby to help😉 https://t.co/qXzCHBpY1w
...and I'll be reading it! . Just launched my author FB page. You'll need to do the same!
https://t.co/wJ5sh9u7sj
I'm hoping to work on getting my YA book published! 👍
Does anyone else love YA? Trying to start a Twitter book club of sorts!
Can anyone recommend 2-3 Ed/Edtech books to read this summer?
there is and if you want to jump in to established ones - great suggestions, communities
not books, but have you looked into the Google Certification?
A bit challenging, but I want to keeping blogging over the summer break ☀️ Fingers crossed!
YES! My favorite genre! I'm in https://t.co/qwiZZgHWVG
Does anyone else love YA? Trying to start a Twitter book club of sorts!
I hope to do some journal writing. Maybe generate some blog ideas?
Check out the books posted for summer reading https://t.co/G6r1OzdQ8H
Can anyone recommend 2-3 Ed/Edtech books to read this summer?
You can add Orlando, US Virgin Islands & Honolulu. Love visiting the United States. Also Niagara Falls Canada.
What is last day of Doesn't run through summer does it?
. Was just thinking the same. https://t.co/p6TgIyWQdt
does this chat continue in the summer? Someone please say yes!
awesome! I'm going to send you a DM!
I started by reading BOB boks with my daughter to encourage her--loving YA right now!
Of course Cathy would help!
Can't wait to meet her!
https://t.co/0ARWvsNmWt
found pockets in Philly to hide in - fought to focus on what I really *wanted* to see ( helped)
Conferences! in Philly and for Bucks and Lehigh Valley educators!
sounds like the perfect plan! Hoping that's how my August shapes up
me too! My girls are now 11 and 12, over the summer I make sure to read w/them. They love it!
had this fight just last night 😰
I see you're in Fairfax County. Love it there. I'm not too far...
perfect. This is why I love Twitter and a strong PLN. Thanks so much.
I am facilitating a book club through . Excited 2 learn more w my colleagues & community members https://t.co/S4HE3qq0z6
I actually don't have any. I was helping some of my Ts research it for their summer PD. Looks thorough and self paced
love GAFE events! I'll also be at ISTE for the first time!
That's always a great motivator!
Hang in there mom! Try to make it as engaging as possible ☺️
YA is the best beach reading. I
if there's room for me, I'm in! That's my July plan...
it might turn into a "it's 5:30 somewhere" chat for me. B/c my alarm will NOT be set for 5:05 in July!
Oooh I love this strategy.
ours is Friday. 8s in Ottawa so just 7s at my school. Dance time!
Always room for everyone! Love my
haha it's a struggle for me now - but I love the chat so much 😝
I plan to take a math AQ and do some professional reading. Play even rake Google course too.
That is fantastic! I love having a cohort for support and encouragement.
I may also look to catch up with other educators plays have a girls only trip to Vancouver planned.
: I may also look to catch up with other educators plays have a girls only trip to Vancouver planned.
: I may also look to catch up with other educators, have a girls only trip to Vancouver planned.
Thanks! I'm looking into these now!
I love YA and I am always looking for new stuff for my Ts to use. Sign me up for any book club you create.
Today's What types of things do you do to continue your professional learning in the summer? - https://t.co/UqsZl3XiS3
You will love Google Cert. Our whole staff is doing it nxt yr
Good morning My summer is for family, but I'll read articles & scan Twitter for prof learning now & then.
Good morning, ! Melissa joining in at 6:30am NJ time!
Once the weather starts to change, my whole routine seems to change!
we have to support each other!
This summer brings a new position in a new district...so lots of new PD and learning ahead for me!
What will you be doing in your new position?
So awesome! Still haven't made it to ISTE. I want to go just for the people there! :D
that's a good idea! I'm actually thinking of how to get my kids commented to a Twitter chat
my girls are 11 and 12 ❤️
Summer looks a lot different once kids have grown. So impt to enjoy summers with them while you can! Mine both live out of state
Make art w/kiddo in my studio; read education articles; facilitate art workshops 4 teachers https://t.co/H45EryOedU
Today's What types of things do you do to continue your professional learning in the summer? - https://t.co/UqsZl3XiS3
today: What types of things do you do to continue your professional learning in the summer? - https://t.co/nraCKYvrRO
and Doesn't get any better than this!
Good morning. MST! Sometimes a girl has just got to drive
I will be attending and so far. Maybe also and
Happy June, . Do I have to wait until the solstice on the 20th to officially start summer learning?
Also enrolled in a handful of
Excited to attend for the 1st time. Also Summit & . Excited to learn running 1st STEM camp for Ss
Nice! Now to find the time! How was ?
Also want to work towards downsizing this summer...
Rangel/Green familyTwitter chats??
I have an 11 yo (and a 4 yo)
YYYAAAYYY!! They're the same age 🎉 Lets get this chat started!
the online GT reading class sounds awesome!! How did you get involved with JH?
Yes, planning on this. Forget:"I think, therefore I am." More like: "I'm accountable, therefore I write." https://t.co/0z9fOzzBYP
topic - What types of things do you do to continue your professional learning in the summer? - https://t.co/hVThmpqB1T
During the summer, I have a nice stack of PD books, attend conferences like , and collaborate with peers.
Are the peers in your district? What does that look like?
Would be interested to know what whole-staff Google cert looks like. What kind of timeline did you have? Study groups?
Some, yes. Some, no! Example: working w/neighboring district to develop Project Based Learning curriculum for 9th grade.
Great when diff districts can work together; can give a diff perspective, & sometimes some objectivity.
Summer PD: read Innovator's Mindset, Kids Deserve It, PBIS Tier 1, a zillion articles, soak in ISTE from afar, blog.
I am also attending a Google Educator Certification Bootcamp and APUSH training
Yes! Forces me to really "see" kids in my class who don't blend in w/majority by.
Happening nxt yr. Ts have option to work on own over this summer, then groups, sessions, PD etc next yr for support.
I'm working on creating support sessions/trainings
