#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.
Friday April 21, 2017
5:30 AM EDT
  • BFC530 - Moderator Apr 21 @ 5:30 AM EDT
    Good morning! "Do you maintain relationships with kids after they leave your class? How?" #BFC530
  • ChrisQuinn64 Apr 21 @ 5:30 AM EDT
    Happy Friday #bfc530 friends! Good morning! 😊😊😊
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:30 AM EDT
    Good morning everyone! #bfc530
  • susankotch Apr 21 @ 5:30 AM EDT
    paperwork all sorted, then? I bet she is excited! #bfc530
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @CardwellTeachMe
  • CoachKCullen Apr 21 @ 5:30 AM EDT
    Good Morning #bfc530
  • CardwellTeachMe Apr 21 @ 5:30 AM EDT
    Wet field can be so much fun!! #bfc530
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:31 AM EDT
    Well, social media mostly now that I'm long distance #bfc530
  • Pen63 Apr 21 @ 5:31 AM EDT
    I moved a good bit, so I am no longer in the community, but a few have found me through FB. #BFC530
  • BrianHerb17 Apr 21 @ 5:31 AM EDT
    Good morning #bfc530 We made it to another Friday!
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:31 AM EDT
    Good morning #BFC530. Stacey from NJ. Happy Friday. Last day of PARCC.
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:32 AM EDT
    I recently went to one of my former student's wedding and baby shower!!! #bfc530
  • TCMSPrincipal Apr 21 @ 5:32 AM EDT
    Good morning #bfc530 fam! Welcome to the weekend!
  • GruntledChalkie Apr 21 @ 5:32 AM EDT
    Doesn't seem to affecting play. See what yhe goalbox is like once Clare is out there. One half of the 2nds still to go #bfc530
    In reply to @CardwellTeachMe
  • SusZanti5 Apr 21 @ 5:32 AM EDT
    Good. Morning and Happy Friday #bfc530 PLN! It's a good day to have a great day! #bfc530
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:32 AM EDT
    We don't start until May #bfc530
    • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:31 AM EDT
      Good morning #BFC530. Stacey from NJ. Happy Friday. Last day of PARCC.
  • susankotch Apr 21 @ 5:32 AM EDT
    Good Morning, tweecher peeps! We made it! #bfc530 Up late with a new Lauren Blakely book (sexy and funny!) on audio....
  • GruntledChalkie Apr 21 @ 5:32 AM EDT
    Just the visa to come. Things can still go wrong #bfc530
    In reply to @susankotch, @CardwellTeachMe
  • abookforfrances Apr 21 @ 5:32 AM EDT
    Good morning #bfc530 - I just got an email from a former student yesterday - graduated in 2012, just checking in #luckylibrarian #bfc530
  • SusZanti5 Apr 21 @ 5:33 AM EDT
    Morning! :) #bfc530
  • oonziela Apr 21 @ 5:33 AM EDT
    #bfc530 Hi friends!
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:33 AM EDT
    I just finished 13 Reasons Why bc my daughters want me to watch it on Netflix #bfc530
    • susankotch Apr 21 @ 5:32 AM EDT
      Good Morning, tweecher peeps! We made it! #bfc530 Up late with a new Lauren Blakely book (sexy and funny!) on audio....
  • TCMSPrincipal Apr 21 @ 5:33 AM EDT
    At this point I have kids of Ss I taught, so I see them in my school regularly. Yes, I am old. #bfc530
  • BrianHerb17 Apr 21 @ 5:33 AM EDT
    I let the students decide. If they get in touch with me, I'm always happy to hear from them. #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Apr 21 @ 5:33 AM EDT
    #bfc530 depends on student. Living in a small community you see them around.
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:34 AM EDT
    Good, you? It's Friday! πŸ™#bfc530
  • oonziela Apr 21 @ 5:34 AM EDT
    Put that one in the smile file! We've gotta keep those for the rainy days!! #bfc530
    In reply to @abookforfrances
  • 4BetterEducatio Apr 21 @ 5:34 AM EDT
    Good morning #bfc530. Congrats on the last day of PARCC, Stac!
    In reply to @iruntech
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:34 AM EDT
    It's hard, but I'm currently in the same MS as some of my former 1st graders. My first class in district graduates from HS this yr. #bfc530
    In reply to @BFC530
  • CoachKCullen Apr 21 @ 5:34 AM EDT
    Thats a great way of putting it. #bfc530
    In reply to @BrianHerb17
  • NerdCoreTeacher Apr 21 @ 5:34 AM EDT
    Tip top of the morning to you all! Happy Friday! #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Apr 21 @ 5:34 AM EDT
    #bfc530 i had s parent recently remind me that 5I taught her
  • TrishKing6 Apr 21 @ 5:34 AM EDT
    I've moved a ton - 7th school now - but am in the best touch w/ Ss I had overseas w/social media. Met one in NYC 2 years ago! #bfc530
  • abookforfrances Apr 21 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    Near or far, I think SM is an amazing tool to keep in contact w Ss after they leave our classrooms, bldgs #bfc530
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • ChrisQuinn64 Apr 21 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    Even after 27 years, I'm blessed to have former Ss from my first years who still come to see me & talk about our year together. #bfc530 😊
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    Yikes. Glad it will be over soon. GL in May. #bfc530
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • SusZanti5 Apr 21 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    I have watched form a distance mostly-but there are Ss who still wish me a happy birthday each year-it's amazing, and touching :) #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Apr 21 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    Hopefully. Ive booked flight and accom so it better not #bfc530
    In reply to @CardwellTeachMe, @susankotch
  • CoachKCullen Apr 21 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    I have taught with former students. Not yet at your point, but quickly getting there. #bfc530
    In reply to @TCMSPrincipal
  • 4BetterEducatio Apr 21 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    That just means there's now the potential for more greatness in the world. Don't you even mention age! #bfc530
    In reply to @iruntech, @BFC530
  • ylonkarodriguez Apr 21 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    Good morning!! can't stay today, need to leave earlier. Wishing you all a great weekend #bfc530
  • MsCommins108 Apr 21 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    #BFC530 I live in the town where I #teach, so I see former #students at the #library, when they are working in local restaurants, etc.
  • SusZanti5 Apr 21 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    It's a good day for a Friday! ;) #bfc530
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    One of my former Ss sometimes lurks on this chat πŸ’•#bfc530
    • abookforfrances Apr 21 @ 5:35 AM EDT
      Near or far, I think SM is an amazing tool to keep in contact w Ss after they leave our classrooms, bldgs #bfc530
      In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • BrianHerb17 Apr 21 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    I heard from a student earlier this year and then realized she emailed from a school email address. She's a 1st year teacher! #bfc530
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:35 AM EDT
    Good morning to you too, Scott! And thanks. What are you doing up so early? #bfc530
    In reply to @4BetterEducatio
  • abookforfrances Apr 21 @ 5:36 AM EDT
    you, too! Enjoy! #bfc530
    In reply to @ylonkarodriguez
  • mrscmacc Apr 21 @ 5:36 AM EDT
    Glad for this Q; need some ideas. I always have an open door,so some visit, but I lose touch w/many Ss who I'd πŸ’—to stay connected to #bfc530
  • shighley Apr 21 @ 5:36 AM EDT
    Several of my former students are now teachers in my district. #BFC530
  • abookforfrances Apr 21 @ 5:36 AM EDT
    It was a happy surprise! #bfc530
    In reply to @oonziela
  • NerdCoreTeacher Apr 21 @ 5:36 AM EDT
    I taught oversees in the UK For 4 years and looped the same group of kids for 3 years. We were like a family. #bfc530
  • CardwellTeachMe Apr 21 @ 5:36 AM EDT
    One of my former students is coming to my school next week to inspire current Ss! Can't wait!! I stay in touch with many. #bfc530
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:36 AM EDT
    My kids have asked if I'm going to follow them to HS. It's not even on my radar. #bfc530
    In reply to @4BetterEducatio, @BFC530
  • oonziela Apr 21 @ 5:36 AM EDT
    Timely topic! Yesterday I was on a field trip to NYC w/ @ChathamHS Book Club & also got to see a former Ss! @shtat #bfc530
  • NerdCoreTeacher Apr 21 @ 5:36 AM EDT
    So, social media has been a big help in stayijg in contact. #bfc530
  • 4BetterEducatio Apr 21 @ 5:36 AM EDT
    That's how I do it, too. Still mentoring my student teacher from last year, too. He's exceptional! #bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen, @BrianHerb17
  • DennisDill Apr 21 @ 5:37 AM EDT
    Happy Friday ... part two of our mandated reading test today ... let the good times roll #bfc530
  • CoachKCullen Apr 21 @ 5:37 AM EDT
    I've been to weddings. My problem is when I look up I see the kid in my classrm in front of alter not the adult they've become LOL #bfc530
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:37 AM EDT
    How nice!!! I looped from 4th to 5th one year. #bfc530
    • NerdCoreTeacher Apr 21 @ 5:36 AM EDT
      I taught oversees in the UK For 4 years and looped the same group of kids for 3 years. We were like a family. #bfc530
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:37 AM EDT
    Title? #BFC530
    In reply to @susankotch
  • 4BetterEducatio Apr 21 @ 5:38 AM EDT
    Baby had me up early but is sleeping now. Figured, I'm up, might as well jump into #bfc530
    In reply to @iruntech
  • GruntledChalkie Apr 21 @ 5:38 AM EDT
    #bfc530 ground is holding up well
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:38 AM EDT
    When I taught 5th my Ss always asked if I could follow them to middle. #bfc530
    • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:36 AM EDT
      My kids have asked if I'm going to follow them to HS. It's not even on my radar. #bfc530
      In reply to @4BetterEducatio, @BFC530
  • CoachKCullen Apr 21 @ 5:38 AM EDT
    Do I sense a hint of sarcasm there? #bfc530
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • oonziela Apr 21 @ 5:38 AM EDT
    Several former Ss recommended me on my LinkedIn profile when I freelanced & stayed home w/ kids. One day you might need THEIR recs! #bfc530
  • TCMSPrincipal Apr 21 @ 5:38 AM EDT
    We were talking about that yesterday. I hear it is pretty graphic. What did you think? #bfc530
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • ChrisQuinn64 Apr 21 @ 5:38 AM EDT
    Amazing how you can meet with a former student and so many wonderful memories come flooding back! It's a truly beautiful thing! #bfc530
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:38 AM EDT
    What'd you think. Was in long tasks about it yesterday. #BFC530
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:38 AM EDT
    Hi Oona how are you? #bfc530
  • SusZanti5 Apr 21 @ 5:38 AM EDT
    I dont even want21 to say how old the kids/adults are now who I taught back when I first began teaching-oh my! :) #bfc530
  • Ree1reeWilson Apr 21 @ 5:39 AM EDT
    watched it over the break.obv u know where it is going, even tho u hold out hope,but how they get there is unique &heartbreaking #bfc530
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • carlameyrink Apr 21 @ 5:39 AM EDT
    We do a huge Feb 27th (ind day) show & many of our graduates show up. They also drop in for Family Fun Day. Love seeing them!! #bfc530
  • shighley Apr 21 @ 5:39 AM EDT
    It's not always middle school former students come back to visit. Sometimes it becomes a blur (maybe blocked out for a reason?) #BFC530
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:39 AM EDT
    How awesome is that. My mom and I shared teachers. #BFC530
    In reply to @TCMSPrincipal
  • DennisDill Apr 21 @ 5:39 AM EDT
    Staying in contact varies ... A few is in a regular basis some just following on SM #bfc530
  • massignmenthelp Apr 21 @ 5:40 AM EDT
    #BFC530 #edchat #edtech 15 Websites to Increase Productivity https://t.co/t6CXdTeYbl
  • AssignmentHelpN Apr 21 @ 5:40 AM EDT
    #BFC530 #edchat #edtech A Beginner’s Guide on How to Make Mind Maps https://t.co/HMbTauQCs5
  • CoachKCullen Apr 21 @ 5:40 AM EDT
    Or when you meet up w/fmr Ss & they bring up a time you needed to discipline them and you both laugh at the poor choice they made #bfc530
    In reply to @ChrisQuinn64
  • NerdCoreTeacher Apr 21 @ 5:40 AM EDT
    I like working in small community. Some former students will just pop in at the end of the day. Always great to see them. #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Apr 21 @ 5:40 AM EDT
    #bfc530 when I meet old students they always seem to have a more rose Coloured Recollection than I do
  • traceymikos Apr 21 @ 5:40 AM EDT
    Through parents Ss have reached out 2 me especially on the 1st day of a new school year or after receiving recognition 4 academics. #BFC530
    In reply to @ChrisQuinn64
  • abookforfrances Apr 21 @ 5:40 AM EDT
    Watched it over break knowing kids would - parts of it were really difficult for me #bfc530
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • oonziela Apr 21 @ 5:40 AM EDT
    #bfc530 My former Ss met me at the bookstore we took Ss to, @mcnallyjackson https://t.co/i7VDNm9No2
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:41 AM EDT
    Nice. Glad you're here. #bfc530
    In reply to @4BetterEducatio
  • 4BetterEducatio Apr 21 @ 5:41 AM EDT
    Agreed! Graphic and disturbing but I think it was really well done. Nothing so over the top that you couldn't perceive it happening. #bfc530
    In reply to @TCMSPrincipal, @ReadWriteBlue2
  • BrianHerb17 Apr 21 @ 5:41 AM EDT
    Social media helps. I left the classroom pre-FB & twitter, but am now reconnecting with Ss from years ago. #bfc530
    In reply to @mrscmacc
  • TCMSPrincipal Apr 21 @ 5:41 AM EDT
    I figure when I get the Grandkids I will know it's time to go #bfc530
    In reply to @iruntech
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:41 AM EDT
    @iruntech Very creatively written. Great teaching tool for bullying / kindness. It's all over my daughters HS. EVERYONE watching #bfc530
    • TCMSPrincipal Apr 21 @ 5:38 AM EDT
      We were talking about that yesterday. I hear it is pretty graphic. What did you think? #bfc530
      In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • KressTech4 Apr 21 @ 5:41 AM EDT
    Absolutely! I have an open door policy for my HS Ss and they always pop back in to see me and talk. Build rapport! #BFC530
  • CoachKCullen Apr 21 @ 5:41 AM EDT
    I ran into a fmr S while he wa tending bar in a pub the middle of NYC when out w/my wife. That was my favorite "reunion". #bfc530
  • oonziela Apr 21 @ 5:41 AM EDT
    I love that when Ss tell me that their college profs used their writing as examples for the whole class! #teachingwritinglikeaboss #bfc530
    In reply to @traceymikos, @ChrisQuinn64
  • SusZanti5 Apr 21 @ 5:42 AM EDT
    Social media is a way to see your Ss from the past grow and succeed- it's like having a live photo album! #bfc530
    • DennisDill Apr 21 @ 5:39 AM EDT
      Staying in contact varies ... A few is in a regular basis some just following on SM #bfc530
  • susankotch Apr 21 @ 5:42 AM EDT
    don't say that!!! #bfc530
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @CardwellTeachMe
  • TCMSPrincipal Apr 21 @ 5:42 AM EDT
    Appropriate for kids or no? #bfc530
    In reply to @4BetterEducatio, @ReadWriteBlue2
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:42 AM EDT
    Sweet!!! #bfc530
    • oonziela Apr 21 @ 5:38 AM EDT
      Several former Ss recommended me on my LinkedIn profile when I freelanced & stayed home w/ kids. One day you might need THEIR recs! #bfc530
  • mrscmacc Apr 21 @ 5:42 AM EDT
    Same here. Nothing makes my day like seeing one of my former students standing in the classroom door during college breaks. #bfc530
    In reply to @NerdCoreTeacher
  • oonziela Apr 21 @ 5:42 AM EDT
    I do think if they come back TOO much that gets a little creepy LOL #bfc530
    In reply to @KressTech4
  • wheeler_laura Apr 21 @ 5:42 AM EDT
    If they are still at school then friendly hellos in the hall & asking them how life is going for them. #bfc530
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:42 AM EDT
    How was it looping for three years? Here it's generally two. Where did you teach? #BFC530
    In reply to @NerdCoreTeacher
  • DennisDill Apr 21 @ 5:43 AM EDT
    It was even more wonderful yesterday bcuz we had a teacher unprepared so we were in testing lockdown for xtra hour #bfc530
    In reply to @CoachKCullen
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:43 AM EDT
    HS students because there are "adult" situations #bfc530
    • TCMSPrincipal Apr 21 @ 5:42 AM EDT
      Appropriate for kids or no? #bfc530
      In reply to @4BetterEducatio, @ReadWriteBlue2
  • 4BetterEducatio Apr 21 @ 5:43 AM EDT
    Thanks! Happy to be here. #bfc530
    In reply to @iruntech
  • Holcombca Apr 21 @ 5:43 AM EDT
    Good Morning I am on break but still up early. #bfc530
  • GruntledChalkie Apr 21 @ 5:43 AM EDT
    I'm into Murphys Law. Work out what can ho wrong so you csn act to avoid it #bfc530
    In reply to @susankotch, @CardwellTeachMe
  • wheeler_laura Apr 21 @ 5:43 AM EDT
    If graduated, some of them add me to FB or Instagram to keep in touch. #bfc530
  • MrFergusonMJHS Apr 21 @ 5:43 AM EDT
    Just making it in. Happy Friday #bfc530
  • TCMSPrincipal Apr 21 @ 5:43 AM EDT
    Our MS kids are watching it to. Concerns me A LOT. Not sure they r at the age they can handle/interpret it correctly #bfc530
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2, @iruntech
  • CardwellTeachMe Apr 21 @ 5:43 AM EDT
    I run in to many of my ES Ss because they are at the same MS as my children. I never shut down my G-class bc i still get emails! #BFC530
  • BrianHerb17 Apr 21 @ 5:43 AM EDT
    Our nearest HS is fed 100% by the MS I taught at. So visiting there is like flipping through old yearbooks. #bfc530
    In reply to @iruntech, @4BetterEducatio, @BFC530
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:43 AM EDT
    I read on @CommonSenseEd that it was though. I thought the book had tough scenes. #BFC530
    In reply to @abookforfrances, @ReadWriteBlue2, @CommonSenseEd
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:44 AM EDT
    Some parents might balk, but our Ss are highly engaged in this story right now #bfc530
    • TCMSPrincipal Apr 21 @ 5:42 AM EDT
      Appropriate for kids or no? #bfc530
      In reply to @4BetterEducatio, @ReadWriteBlue2
  • NerdCoreTeacher Apr 21 @ 5:44 AM EDT
    Oh it was wonderful! So much fun. I taught in East London. The school was so different than here. #bfc530
    In reply to @iruntech
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:44 AM EDT
    13 Reasons Why #bfc530
    • SusZanti5 Apr 21 @ 5:44 AM EDT
      To what are you referring,?
  • mrscmacc Apr 21 @ 5:44 AM EDT
    As a HS teacher, I shied away from Facebook friending my Ss, but now that I have them using Twitter, it'll be easy 2 stay connected #bfc530
    In reply to @BrianHerb17
  • oonziela Apr 21 @ 5:44 AM EDT
    Here's a controversial article about the series. (Colorful language in headline DISCLAIMER!) #bfc530 https://t.co/9subhkCbom
    In reply to @TCMSPrincipal, @4BetterEducatio, @ReadWriteBlue2
  • MrFergusonMJHS Apr 21 @ 5:44 AM EDT
    I am lucky. I coach at thd HS and teach in MS. I am able to see Ss everyday for 6 years. Awesome to see them grow. #bfc530
  • SusZanti5 Apr 21 @ 5:44 AM EDT
    Ahhh Thank you, I missed that. #bfc530
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:45 AM EDT
    Yes. There are a few. But I've watched some powerful teaching videos that have come out of that book about kindness #bfc530
    • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:43 AM EDT
      I read on @CommonSenseEd that it was though. I thought the book had tough scenes. #BFC530
      In reply to @abookforfrances, @ReadWriteBlue2, @CommonSenseEd
  • oonziela Apr 21 @ 5:45 AM EDT
    Good but VERY busy planning #nErDCampNJ & my hubby is traveling a lot for work, so not much time for #bfc530 :-(
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • CoachKCullen Apr 21 @ 5:45 AM EDT
    Yeah, I won't press "like", that would aggravate me. (I should say additional aggravation, We're teachers not monitors) #bfc530
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:45 AM EDT
    We have two MSs and two HSs. Whenever I'm at a different school, I look for my kids. I see some of them out in the wild. #bfc530
    In reply to @BrianHerb17, @4BetterEducatio, @BFC530
  • ChrisQuinn64 Apr 21 @ 5:45 AM EDT
    A great 'feel good' question on a Friday! Thank you! Have a good weekend everyone! #BFC530
  • susankotch Apr 21 @ 5:45 AM EDT
    Great book, I've seen some articles coming out lately against it. Interesting controversy. #bfc530 #13ReasonsWhy
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2, @iruntech
  • Holcombca Apr 21 @ 5:46 AM EDT
    I teach CTAE classes so I am in touch with several of my former film and video Ss. If they had me for 3-4 yrs they stay connected. #bfc530
  • NerdCoreTeacher Apr 21 @ 5:46 AM EDT
    Love the effort! #bfc530
    In reply to @Holcombca
  • abookforfrances Apr 21 @ 5:46 AM EDT
    Oh, yes - even though you know what's coming, it's still rather jarring. Ss have been talking about it in the library #bfc530
    In reply to @iruntech, @ReadWriteBlue2, @CommonSenseEd
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:46 AM EDT
    My daughters said it's all the Ss are talking about at their HS. Everywhere #bfc530 And they go to a huge school
    • susankotch Apr 21 @ 5:45 AM EDT
      Great book, I've seen some articles coming out lately against it. Interesting controversy. #bfc530 #13ReasonsWhy
      In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2, @iruntech
  • CoachKCullen Apr 21 @ 5:46 AM EDT
    I used to live 45 min from where I taught, now only 10, so Im beginning to see my Ss in their natural habitats much more often #bfc530
    In reply to @iruntech, @BrianHerb17, @4BetterEducatio, @BFC530
  • NerdCoreTeacher Apr 21 @ 5:47 AM EDT
    What's this book about? I've not heard of it. #BFC530
    In reply to @iruntech, @abookforfrances, @ReadWriteBlue2, @CommonSenseEd
  • CoachKCullen Apr 21 @ 5:47 AM EDT
    Just checked clock, time moves fast here. Have a great weekend everyone. Im out! #bfc530
  • ChrisQuinn64 Apr 21 @ 5:47 AM EDT
    Agreed. #bfc530
    In reply to @oonziela, @KressTech4
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:47 AM EDT
    It's controversial, but obviously relevant to our students #bfc530
    • susankotch Apr 21 @ 5:45 AM EDT
      Great book, I've seen some articles coming out lately against it. Interesting controversy. #bfc530 #13ReasonsWhy
      In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2, @iruntech
  • NerdCoreTeacher Apr 21 @ 5:48 AM EDT
    Isn't it interesting how there are stigmas tied in with different social media platforms? #bfc530
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • wheeler_laura Apr 21 @ 5:48 AM EDT
    Great reason to host big annual school events! #bfc530 #edchat
    • carlameyrink Apr 21 @ 5:39 AM EDT
      We do a huge Feb 27th (ind day) show & many of our graduates show up. They also drop in for Family Fun Day. Love seeing them!! #bfc530
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:48 AM EDT
    A HS girl who commits suicide and sends tapes to the 13 people who influenced her decision #bfc530
    • NerdCoreTeacher Apr 21 @ 5:47 AM EDT
      What's this book about? I've not heard of it. #BFC530
      In reply to @iruntech, @abookforfrances, @ReadWriteBlue2, @CommonSenseEd
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:48 AM EDT
    Really? I will have to take a look around. Who makes the videos? #bfc530
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • BrianHerb17 Apr 21 @ 5:48 AM EDT
    Depends on how you use the account, how much personal stuff, etc. Friending former (10 years) Ss, but never current #bfc530
    In reply to @mrscmacc
  • traceymikos Apr 21 @ 5:49 AM EDT
    #CoreValues are integrated daily...#respect #Excellence #integrity #honesty #kindness #enthusiasm ++ All so important these days #BFC530
    In reply to @BFC530
  • SusZanti5 Apr 21 @ 5:49 AM EDT
    Have a fantastic Friday everyone, may your weekend be relaxing and filled with the things you love ❀️ Share your positivity! #bfc530
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:49 AM EDT
    Go to the author's twitter @jayasherguy #bfc530
    • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:48 AM EDT
      Really? I will have to take a look around. Who makes the videos? #bfc530
      In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • abookforfrances Apr 21 @ 5:49 AM EDT
    Do you encourage yr Ss to build relationship w their #librarian? There's a T they will have for 4, 5, 6 yrs #bfc530 #SLM17 #shamelessplug
  • NerdCoreTeacher Apr 21 @ 5:49 AM EDT
    Whoa! That just got very serious. #bfc530
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:49 AM EDT
    Such a delicate topic, but what an authentic way to have the conversation. #bfc530
    In reply to @abookforfrances, @ReadWriteBlue2, @CommonSenseEd
  • oonziela Apr 21 @ 5:50 AM EDT
    TGIF!!! #bfc530
  • TCMSPrincipal Apr 21 @ 5:50 AM EDT
    Have a fantastic weekend everyone! See you Monday! #bfc530
  • abookforfrances Apr 21 @ 5:50 AM EDT
    Young woman's suicide & cassette tapes she leaves for peers explaining 13 reasons why she ended her life #bfc530
    In reply to @NerdCoreTeacher, @iruntech, @ReadWriteBlue2, @CommonSenseEd
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:50 AM EDT
    Yes they are. My middle schoolers are watching! #bfc530
    • 4BetterEducatio Apr 21 @ 5:49 AM EDT
      And I'm sure they're watching it, anyway
      In reply to @TCMSPrincipal, @ReadWriteBlue2
  • wheeler_laura Apr 21 @ 5:51 AM EDT
    I love when student teachers I've mentored or taught at the university eventually get hired on staff with me! #bfc530
    • 4BetterEducatio Apr 21 @ 5:36 AM EDT
      That's how I do it, too. Still mentoring my student teacher from last year, too. He's exceptional! #bfc530
      In reply to @CoachKCullen, @BrianHerb17
  • NerdCoreTeacher Apr 21 @ 5:51 AM EDT
    Ok crowd, I'm out! Have an awesome Friday! #bfc530
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:51 AM EDT
    Not spoiling, it opens with a girl on a cassette recording her 13 reasons for committing suicide. *1 #bfc530
    In reply to @NerdCoreTeacher, @abookforfrances, @ReadWriteBlue2, @CommonSenseEd
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:52 AM EDT
    The tapes are passed to eat person she blames. *2 #bfc530
    In reply to @NerdCoreTeacher, @abookforfrances, @ReadWriteBlue2, @CommonSenseEd
  • abookforfrances Apr 21 @ 5:52 AM EDT
    True - I'm concerned about how some Ss may process the visuals, would prefer they read the book 1st (surprise) so each can judge #bfc530
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • BrianHerb17 Apr 21 @ 5:52 AM EDT
    Have a great weekend #bfc530
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:53 AM EDT
    Me too! Series is different from book at the end I'm told #bfc530
    • abookforfrances Apr 21 @ 5:52 AM EDT
      True - I'm concerned about how some Ss may process the visuals, would prefer they read the book 1st (surprise) so each can judge #bfc530
      In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • wheeler_laura Apr 21 @ 5:53 AM EDT
    Keeping an open door while I'm planning in the morning before school allows former students to drop in for a chat which I love! #bfc530
  • Ree1reeWilson Apr 21 @ 5:53 AM EDT
    It's on Netflix &although it was 2 graphic for me,I also feel if it was less graphic &relevant it wouldnt hav affected me so much πŸ˜”πŸ˜’#bfc530
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • abookforfrances Apr 21 @ 5:54 AM EDT
    everything from the obvious topics to what happens when we experience shock (reaction of parents near end a big topic) #bfc530
    In reply to @iruntech, @ReadWriteBlue2, @CommonSenseEd
  • 4BetterEducatio Apr 21 @ 5:54 AM EDT
    Yeah, I think they are really watching how we react to it. HS worries kids, there's no doubt about it. Support is huge at that age. #bfc530
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:54 AM EDT
    Read it first. It was a great book; lots of sensitive material. #bfc530
    In reply to @TrishKing6, @abookforfrances, @NerdCoreTeacher, @ReadWriteBlue2, @CommonSenseEd
  • 4BetterEducatio Apr 21 @ 5:55 AM EDT
    I wish he was on staff with me. Actually tried to get him my old job but it didn't quite work. #bfc530
    In reply to @wheeler_laura
  • susankotch Apr 21 @ 5:55 AM EDT
    knowing kids, the movie is "easier". Such a good book - really try to get them to read it! #bfc530
    In reply to @iruntech, @TrishKing6, @abookforfrances, @NerdCoreTeacher, @ReadWriteBlue2, @CommonSenseEd
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:55 AM EDT
    Have a great day #bfc530. Time for some #dailycalm. @calm
  • abookforfrances Apr 21 @ 5:56 AM EDT
    It always is! And I think we process each type of media differently, visual can be overwhelming, not allow time for reflection #bfc530
    In reply to @ReadWriteBlue2
  • abookforfrances Apr 21 @ 5:57 AM EDT
    I do have kids asking for the book now to compare w series, find out which is "true" or better #bfc530
    In reply to @susankotch, @iruntech, @TrishKing6, @NerdCoreTeacher, @ReadWriteBlue2, @CommonSenseEd
  • susankotch Apr 21 @ 5:57 AM EDT
    See ya, Stacey! #bfc530 Will you be at edcamp next Sat?
    In reply to @iruntech, @calm
  • wheeler_laura Apr 21 @ 5:57 AM EDT
    I taught the intermediate math teaching course @uOttawa & many of my Ss from that class have been hired for our summer school since. #bfc530
    In reply to @4BetterEducatio, @uOttawa
  • abookforfrances Apr 21 @ 5:57 AM EDT
    Hitting the (rainy) road #bfc530 - let's hope for a sunny weekend! Enjoy!
  • iruntech Apr 21 @ 5:58 AM EDT
    #edcampgs? You betcha!! #bfc530
    In reply to @susankotch, @calm
  • susankotch Apr 21 @ 5:58 AM EDT
    Don't forget to stop in on Sunday! #bfc530
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 5:59 AM EDT
    That's good to hear. One of my daughters read it a few years ago and told me to read it. Now she wants her sister to read. #bfc530
    • abookforfrances Apr 21 @ 5:57 AM EDT
      I do have kids asking for the book now to compare w series, find out which is "true" or better #bfc530
      In reply to @susankotch, @iruntech, @TrishKing6, @NerdCoreTeacher, @ReadWriteBlue2, @CommonSenseEd
  • philosophypaul Apr 21 @ 6:02 AM EDT
    #BFC530 Connect post graduation w Ss. Connect through higher ed support and mentoring. Connect as Ss lead in community service leadership.
    In reply to @BFC530
  • ReadWriteBlue2 Apr 21 @ 6:11 AM EDT
    @iruntech #bfc530 Here's some positive from 13 Reasons Why... https://t.co/8AVzfZHa8M
  • loulistolilou Apr 21 @ 6:15 AM EDT
    JUST GET 72 QUALITY FRIENDS πŸ’Ž https://t.co/tQgCMVi8AW πŸ’Ž #bfc530 #JohnBoyega #PanamaCase @gugstan @neighbourspoil
  • jon_wennstrom Apr 21 @ 6:19 AM EDT
    "Asking the right questions" https://t.co/FZvDOp3FfS Finding what works in today's classrooms! #Education #Leadership #BFC530 #Columbo
  • MrsMikesell Apr 21 @ 6:19 AM EDT
    I've been teaching long enough that my former 1st graders are finding me on FB after they graduate HS. 😜#bfc530
    In reply to @BFC530
  • mrsjeff2u Apr 21 @ 6:36 AM EDT
    Four of my former Ss are my godchildren. They appointed me. ☺️ #BFC530
  • mrsjeff2u Apr 21 @ 6:38 AM EDT
    I receive graduation, wedding and baby shower invitations and we interact through SM. Fills me with pride when they're successful. #BFC530
  • heyMattFrat Apr 21 @ 7:01 AM EDT
    Many of my former students follow me on FB after they graduate. 98% of them are muted 😎(but I will always wish them happy birthday) #bfc530
  • mrchokshi Apr 21 @ 7:02 AM EDT
    Teachers on twitter get a flood of new ideas daily but have little time to reflect & implement https://t.co/rfaCi2amdt #edchat #bfc530
  • heyMattFrat Apr 21 @ 7:24 AM EDT
    🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏HAPPY EARTH DAY EVE! 🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏🌏 #bfc530 #EarthDay
  • Naomaclane Apr 21 @ 7:31 AM EDT
    Good morning from Nebraska! Am excited to be in my first tweetchat! #bfc530
  • brianrozinsky Apr 21 @ 7:36 AM EDT
    Morning, Naoma, & welcome. Look to your west... I'm waving to you from under the clouds in CO. I'm Brian. I teach MS Ss English. #bfc530
    In reply to @Naomaclane
  • Naomaclane Apr 21 @ 7:37 AM EDT
    Come chat with me on #tweetchat https://t.co/XUpqklahit Are your the Breakfast Club chat? #bfc530
  • massignmenthelp Apr 21 @ 7:40 AM EDT
    #BFC530 #edcucation 15 Websites to Increase Productivity https://t.co/t6CXdTeYbl
  • AssignmentHelpN Apr 21 @ 7:40 AM EDT
    #BFC530 #education A Beginner’s Guide on How to Make Mind Maps https://t.co/HMbTauQCs5
  • rachealburden Apr 21 @ 7:46 AM EDT
    Have one of them editing a video, it's her thing, for another class! She's always sending me new #edtech tools! #bfc530
  • brianrozinsky Apr 21 @ 7:48 AM EDT
    Among perks of teaching MS Ss at K-12 school: good chance we serendipitously see each other for 4-6 years after class concludes. #bfc530
  • JamieArmin Apr 21 @ 7:58 AM EDT
    #bfc530 former Ss as student teachers; connect here, LinkedIn, FB; some presently teaching w/us too! Nice to see with their families!
    In reply to @brianrozinsky
  • lefouque Apr 21 @ 8:00 AM EDT
    It's April 21, 2017 at 08:00PM Β«Le Monde du FouqueΒ» is out! https://t.co/YaufnAetWW --> #BFC530
  • brianrozinsky Apr 21 @ 8:08 AM EDT
    Definitely a teaching milestone: working with a colleague who one first met as a student #bfc530
    In reply to @JamieArmin
  • yasin_y_y Apr 21 @ 8:26 AM EDT
    JUST GET 74 FREE FRIENDS ⭐ https://t.co/LnkDv0sKuf ⭐ #TheXFiles #bfc530 #McDonagh @ruben_egmond @isminuratikah
  • BowTieJoe23 Apr 21 @ 8:30 AM EDT
    Absolutely, fostering relationships is a critical piece in establishing a well designed learning environment. #BFC530
  • DeannaToxopeus Apr 21 @ 9:19 AM EDT
    #BFC530 They know my door is open. They email me. They visit. They find me on my high school visits.
  • DeannaToxopeus Apr 21 @ 9:21 AM EDT
    I won't friend them on FB but many follow my Twitter feed. #bfc530
    In reply to @BFC530