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NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #NVedchat. Tonight’s topic is #Balance in Education.

Participate in the upcoming #NVedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/NN0SrCViZ3

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:00 PM EDT

For tonight’s chat, we will use Q1, Q2… format for Questions. Please use A1, A2… format for answers & include #NVedchat.

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Let’s start by giving a shoutout to another educator(s) using their twitter handle & the hashtag #NVedchat to join us tonight!

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Trying to find #Balance in Education. Who's joining #NVedchat? @mrjarrel @LDenue @SnowVegas @DougieFreshTech @davydgrey @BDicksonNV

In reply to @mrjarrel, @LDenue, @SnowVegas, @DougieFreshTech, @davydgrey, @BDicksonNV

MaggieJCox Apr 3 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Ok @NevadaEdChat is starting @Squintan @Jenn_Garner @ChefPhillipDell @SnowVegas @StevenNew1 can we get some #CTEinCCSD involvement #NVedchat

In reply to @NevadaEdChat, @NevadaEdChat, @Squintan, @Jenn_Garner, @ChefPhillipDell, @SnowVegas, @StevenNew1

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Trying to find #Balance in Education. Who's joining #NVedchat? @AndersonEdTech @MsGeekyTeach @carr_8 @mstechie17 @EducatorSanchez

In reply to @AndersonEdTech, @MsGeekyTeach, @carr_8, @mstechie17, @EducatorSanchez

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Trying to find #Balance in Education. Who's joining #NVedchat? @SaraHolm15 @SarahLedon @KierstenBasch @RichardKnoeppel @The1Shipp

In reply to @SaraHolm15, @SarahLedon, @KierstenBasch, @RichardKnoeppel, @The1Shipp

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q1-Do you maintain relationships w/ colleagues at school site & outside your school/district? Why or why not? #NVedchat

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1-I do have a small group of trusted people to help provide some sanity and to listen, listen, listen... #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q1-Do you maintain relationships w/ colleagues at school site & outside your school/district? Why or why not? #NVedchat

TomWhalen805 Apr 3 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1) I have edufriends outside of my district and just acquaintances and colleagues in my district. That's just me. #nvedchat

MaggieJCox Apr 3 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1 I try to maintain friendships with colleagues but it can be difficult to find time #NVedchat

In reply to @NevadaEdChat

Jenn_Garner Apr 3 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1: of course, who else am I going to "borrow" ideas from? #NVedchat plus, teachers are the coolest people around

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q1-Do you maintain relationships w/ colleagues at school site & outside your school/district? Why or why not? #NVedchat

KierstenBasch Apr 3 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: New school this yr. Trying to make rlnsps w/Ts. I do have a strong groups of friends from past schools & assignments #nvedchat @1LaRenda

In reply to @1LaRenda

TomWhalen805 Apr 3 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1) I haven't hung out with people from work in years. Nice people, but all my friends work somewhere else I suppose. #nvedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Q2: What are things you can do to balance yourself mentally/physically during those rough times or long stretches of time? #NVedchat

TomWhalen805 Apr 3 @ 10:11 PM EDT

I only have a handful of friends in education. We spend an inordinate amount of time with our family, which I love. #nvedchat

In reply to @Snehalstocks, @SangerEdtech, @alihalsey, @KT_Gault, @zsmithteach, @CarteBlanchard

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A2-I love watching movies, going out to eat with friends, and sitting in the park watching my dog run around... #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Q2: What are things you can do to balance yourself mentally/physically during those rough times or long stretches of time? #NVedchat

Squintan Apr 3 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A1- Somewhat. Intellectual and emotional support is nice, but I also think it's important to keep home and work separate. #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q1-Do you maintain relationships w/ colleagues at school site & outside your school/district? Why or why not? #NVedchat

KierstenBasch Apr 3 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A2: I like to get massages, watch sports and nap!!! Bring on Spring Break! #nvedchat

TomWhalen805 Apr 3 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2) I like reading. Walks on the beach after work are nice too. #nvedchat

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Same here. Lots of family time and friends from other careers. Sometimes you need an "edu"-break. #NVedchat

In reply to @TomWhalen805, @SangerEdtech, @alihalsey, @KT_Gault, @zsmithteach, @CarteBlanchard

BDicksonNV Apr 3 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Hey #nvedchat Ben assistant principal in Reno late to the party!

TomWhalen805 Apr 3 @ 10:14 PM EDT

I'm with you. Gets too chummy and off task with all of the "bros" in my district. I'm too serious. #nvedchat

In reply to @Squintan

TomWhalen805 Apr 3 @ 10:15 PM EDT

I'm down with naps and sports!!! #nvedchat

In reply to @KierstenBasch

Squintan Apr 3 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Q2: Going to a short walk during your prep to recharge/think clearly. On bad days, I read past letters or notes from students. #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Q2: What are things you can do to balance yourself mentally/physically during those rough times or long stretches of time? #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Q4: Who or what helps you to balance and be the best educator possible? Why? #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Q3: Who or what helps you to balance and be the best educator possible? Why? #NVedchat

alihalsey Apr 3 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Sorry #NVedchat I'm fixated on the book I'm reading. I guess this is part of how I keep a balance! 💛 to you all

SnowVegas Apr 3 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2 I go to a meme website #NVedchat

BDicksonNV Apr 3 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2 run in the dirt-ride bicycles in the dirt-I believe I need to kick my own ass mentally/spiritually/physically #nvedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Q2: What are things you can do to balance yourself mentally/physically during those rough times or long stretches of time? #NVedchat

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A3-Gotta say my daughter is my rock. She puts stuff in perspective...like why do feet smell & your nose runs? #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Q3: Who or what helps you to balance and be the best educator possible? Why? #NVedchat

BDicksonNV Apr 3 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@AMDicksonNV is my guide/mentor & all around motivator-love having her give me feedback & reality check when I get crabby #nvedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Q3: Who or what helps you to balance and be the best educator possible? Why? #NVedchat

SnowVegas Apr 3 @ 10:19 PM EDT

#NVedchat A3 the science teachers ok my floor give me ideas of quick problem solving bell ringers

KierstenBasch Apr 3 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A3:I'm an all or nothing kind of person & not good w/balance. Brings burnout quickly so I try to learn new things to stay charged #nvedchat

In reply to @NevadaEdChat

MaggieJCox Apr 3 @ 10:20 PM EDT

At school I get out of my room if I need a break, just to clear my head before I start again. #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Q2: What are things you can do to balance yourself mentally/physically during those rough times or long stretches of time? #NVedchat

BDicksonNV Apr 3 @ 10:21 PM EDT

I do the same thing 100 miles an hour 24/7 but then this is my moto #nvedchat

In reply to @KierstenBasch, @NevadaEdChat

MaggieJCox Apr 3 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A3 I think the online support from educators inside & outside district has been the best thing for me, positive people #PLN #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Q3: Who or what helps you to balance and be the best educator possible? Why? #NVedchat

Jenn_Garner Apr 3 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A2: I spend a lot of time at the gym on the treadmill and lifting weights! Helps take my mind off of school/work. #NVedchat #onefitteacher

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Q2: What are things you can do to balance yourself mentally/physically during those rough times or long stretches of time? #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Final question coming up in a minute... #NVedchat

BDicksonNV Apr 3 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A2 I also go spend time in kindergarten-those kids motivate me & remind me why I love my job #nvedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Q2: What are things you can do to balance yourself mentally/physically during those rough times or long stretches of time? #NVedchat

Jenn_Garner Apr 3 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A3: My daughter and my fiancé help keep things in perspective. My daughter looks up to me, and I look up to her #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Q3: Who or what helps you to balance and be the best educator possible? Why? #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Q4-With only a couple months left this school year, what new #balance tip do you want to share with others? #NVedchat

Squintan Apr 3 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Q3: When something bothers me in class, could be a lesson, quiz or behavior, I talk to my students and ask for feedback. #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Q3: Who or what helps you to balance and be the best educator possible? Why? #NVedchat

KierstenBasch Apr 3 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A4: Happy hour??? HAHA. No stopping this train til summer. I will take any suggestions on balance :) #nvedchat

teachNVACS Apr 3 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Hope you can join us this week for #teachNVchat Thursday 7:30 PM PST #nvedchat

BDicksonNV Apr 3 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#teachNVchat is back this week to talk about evaluations Thursday 7:30 PM PST // 10:30 PM EST #nvedchat #teachNVACS #caedchat

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A4-With social media, it's easy to connect, but nothing beats a face-to-face, good 'ole conversation with friends, family, anyone! #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Q4-With only a couple months left this school year, what new #balance tip do you want to share with others? #NVedchat

TomWhalen805 Apr 3 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A4) Don't smile til graduation. Stay the course, but be flexible and ready to negotiate. #nvedchat

BDicksonNV Apr 3 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A4 Be in the moment-there is so much uncertainty & unknowns you can't control-don't let those grind you down-Be present & laugh #nvedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Q4-With only a couple months left this school year, what new #balance tip do you want to share with others? #NVedchat

MaggieJCox Apr 3 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A4 kids are getting restless already so I'm having to tighten some rules and let go of the negativity at school #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Q4-With only a couple months left this school year, what new #balance tip do you want to share with others? #NVedchat

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Humor is key! #NVedchat

In reply to @BDicksonNV

Jyoung1219 Apr 3 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Hi #NVedchat. Joe, Math & STEAM Coach from Palo Alto, CA, joining in late.

TomWhalen805 Apr 3 @ 10:30 PM EDT

A4) Exercise. Enjoy the long days. When you leave work, you need to leave work mentally too. Be on vacation each night. #nvedchat

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:30 PM EDT

Sharing this #quote to #NVedchat tonight! My #balance tip! #breathe

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:30 PM EDT

Thank you for joining tonight’s #NVedchat on #Balance in Education. Continue the conversation all week!

Jyoung1219 Apr 3 @ 10:31 PM EDT

A4: Shift control to your Ss. Empower Ss with genius hour & passion projects. Your job: guide them in own learning #nvedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Q4-With only a couple months left this school year, what new #balance tip do you want to share with others? #NVedchat

Jyoung1219 Apr 3 @ 10:32 PM EDT

A4cont: Remember that Balance is a verb. Practice it daily. Not a noun or goal that you can achieve & be done. #nvedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Q4-With only a couple months left this school year, what new #balance tip do you want to share with others? #NVedchat

Squintan Apr 3 @ 10:32 PM EDT

A4: Get out, move around and don't feel selfish about your "me" time. New scenery can positively impact your perspective. #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Q4-With only a couple months left this school year, what new #balance tip do you want to share with others? #NVedchat

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:33 PM EDT

Everyone needs #balance in education...including students! Loved using #geniushour in class. #NVedchat

In reply to @Jyoung1219

Jyoung1219 Apr 3 @ 10:33 PM EDT

Love it. Right now for me it's buy less, purge more. I don't want all the clutter #nvedchat

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 3 @ 10:30 PM EDT

Sharing this #quote to #NVedchat tonight! My #balance tip! #breathe

Jyoung1219 Apr 3 @ 10:34 PM EDT

Well said. Get active. Go outside with your Ss. Remember that the classroom includes outdoor ed #nvedchat

In reply to @Squintan

Jyoung1219 Apr 3 @ 10:34 PM EDT

Is #nvedchat just half an hour?

In reply to @NevadaEdChat

MaggieJCox Apr 3 @ 10:37 PM EDT

I miss being able to walk Pismo beach after work @TomWhalen805 you are very lucky #NVedchat

In reply to @TomWhalen805

TomWhalen805 Apr 3 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2) I like reading. Walks on the beach after work are nice too. #nvedchat