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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:00 PM EDT

Welcome to the #2PencilChat, troublemakers & rule followers! We're talking misbehavior, say hey, & tell how YOU got in trouble as a kid.

PrincipalFrench Apr 25 @ 7:01 PM EDT

Mark here, elementary principal in MN. My smart mouth got me into the most trouble. #2PencilChat

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Good evening #2PencilChat friends! Todd from NY, HS assistant principal. 'Sup?!

larkscience Apr 25 @ 7:02 PM EDT

I didn't. I'm perfect. #2PencilChat

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Hello Everyone! Kathy from CT #2pencilchat; giving sass or fighting with my brothers.

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Hello #2PencilChat, Sean in St. Augustine, FL, 3rd Grade, and I used to argue with my mom until she got exasperated.

AdamBrownEDU Apr 25 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Hello, adam from va. Principal #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Apr 25 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Nathan and yep. Did you know that I am 95% slytherin according to the sorting hat quiz #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Awesome, me too! #2PencilChat

In reply to @PrincipalFrench

retrokitch Apr 25 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Beth here. At school I talked too much. At home I watched forbidden TV shows like Hogan's Heroes and All in the Family! #2PencilChat

jcaseydesign Apr 25 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Jennifer from FL here. With a sheepish grin...I flooded a neighbor's garage to make it a slip and slide. It worked but... 😳Eek. #2PencilChat

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Oops...apparently I don't follow directions very well...a problem of mine growing up! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Not much, 'sup? #2PencilChat

In reply to @MrRussoRH

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Cool! #2PencilChat

In reply to @larkscience

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Hiya #2PencilChat Jo coming at you from Wednesday. I was a goody2shoes at school - making up for it now :)

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Nice! #2PencilChat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 Why is it good to be a teacher who doesn't follow the rules? #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

According to my agreement with the FBI, I can not answer that. #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

BrookinsBits Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Howdy #2PencilChat !

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Howdy Adam! #2PencilChat

In reply to @AdamBrownEDU

itsmeSpiri Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Hello #2pencilchat friends, Spiri from PA, I was a good #GreekGirl, but trouble always found me #toocurious

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Not much, yo... #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

But of course! #2PencilChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

We stand up for the kids #2pencilchat We aren't afraid to have people upset with us.

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 Why is it good to be a teacher who doesn't follow the rules? #2PencilChat

BrookinsBits Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

A1) Learn new stuff #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 Why is it good to be a teacher who doesn't follow the rules? #2PencilChat

AdamBrownEDU Apr 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

A1. It means you are thinking outside of the norm. Taking risks #2PencilChat

abookforfrances Apr 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Hi all - Marifran, HS librarian from NY. Busting the quiet stereotype: I could never stop talking #chatterbox #2pencilchat

nathan_stevens Apr 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

That last tweet was serious #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Scandalous Beth! #2PencilChat

In reply to @retrokitch

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Dannng, Jennifer! #2PencilChat

In reply to @jcaseydesign

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

A1 because sometimes rules need to be broken for the sake of the Ss. #2PencilChat

anichols32 Apr 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Hi! Amy here. Not much trouble as a kid. I was a bookworm who stayed out of trouble. #2pencilchat

awerner16_edu Apr 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Ashley here from PA. I used to get in trouble for talking too much in class #2Pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Right ON! #2PencilChat

In reply to @JoPrestia

GosnellMac Apr 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Hi! Mac from Central PA. I turned my mum's drying rack into wolverine claws. #2PencilChat

mjjohnson1216 Apr 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Meredith from FL - I was a rule follower when I was little - a middle child. #2pencilchat

PrincipalFrench Apr 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

A1) Means you are thinking critically, asking the why. #2PencilChat

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Me too! But I usually got away with it!🤣 #2pencilchat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki

nathan_stevens Apr 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT

A1 rules are for people who accept the status quo. We need to color outside the lines #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT

That's what killed the cat, you know... #2PencilChat

In reply to @itsmeSpiri

itsmeSpiri Apr 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT

A1) Because you don't have FUN following the rules 😁 #2pencilchat

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT

#dropmic #2pencilchat

nathan_stevens Apr 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT

A1 rules are for people who accept the status quo. We need to color outside the lines #2pencilchat
In reply to @MagicPantsJones

seanrussell311 Apr 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Hi. I'm Sean from NC. I rearranged my neighbor's lawn ornaments every single night for a year. #2pencilchat

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Always #2PencilChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT

And fulla wisdom! #2PencilChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Me too! #2PencilChat

In reply to @abookforfrances

anichols32 Apr 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT

A wise mentor once told me "Follow the intention, the purpose not the rule And always do what is best for kids" #2pencilchat

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT

Hi, everyone! Michelle, Media Specialist just getting home from school. #aintnotiredliketeachertired #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT

That's awesome! #2PencilChat

In reply to @seanrussell311

abookforfrances Apr 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT

A1: when you're a troublemaker, you can spot your own. School can be an unfriendly place for those kids who don't toe the line #2pencilchat

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT

A1: you shake things up...provide chance for growth, new opportunities, different perspectives... #2PencilChat

TheWeirdTeacher Apr 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT

#2pencilchat A1 Because rules are for squares, man! *jumps on motorcycle, guns engine, peels out, crashes into oncoming traffic, cries*

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 Why is it good to be a teacher who doesn't follow the rules? #2PencilChat

seanrussell311 Apr 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT

A1. There are simply some rules that just don't work properly. They need to be modified. Or completely ignored. #2pencilchat

retrokitch Apr 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT

I have been rearranging the school secretary's desk every day for months! #2pencilchat

In reply to @seanrussell311

nathan_stevens Apr 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT

A1 sometimes you have to expand outside of the normal boundaries to reach a student #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT

Welcome home! #2PencilChat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

GosnellMac Apr 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT

A1: sometimes you need to look at things from a roofer t perspective and "rules" can be a hinderance. #2PencilChat

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT

A1. Push thinking, push boundaries. #2PencilChat

anichols32 Apr 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT

Forget coloring, use paint 🎨 and make a statement😃 #2pencilchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MagicPantsJones

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT

long day - good to be home I bet #2PencilChat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT

Right on, & hey Doug! #2PencilChat

In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher

TheWeirdTeacher Apr 25 @ 7:09 PM EDT

#2Pencilchat A1 Seriously though, being a troublemaker is more fun, and you find ways around problems or straight lines through them.

GosnellMac Apr 25 @ 7:09 PM EDT

A1: sometimes you need to look at things from another perspective and "rules" can be a hinderance. #2PencilChat

BrookinsBits Apr 25 @ 7:09 PM EDT

Flying by, but I agree w/rules need to be broken for the sake of Ss #2PencilChat

ChrisAFRIN Apr 25 @ 7:09 PM EDT

A1 How are you going to change the path well trodden? By taking a new route. 😀 #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

seanrussell311 Apr 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT

A1. #2pencilchat

AssignmentHelpN Apr 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT

#2PencilChat #ECET2ARChat #edchat #reflectiveteacher 9 Points Professors Look for in a Term Paper https://t.co/TIlvLrRta3

itsmeSpiri Apr 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT

I'm still alive...guess I break rules too 😉 #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT

Rules are not always what is best for kids. It takes us troublemakers to try to fix that. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT

A1 The best stuff isn't discoverable by following the rules. #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Apr 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT

Doug wins the chat #2pencilchat

TheWeirdTeacher Apr 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT
#2pencilchat A1 Because rules are for squares, man! *jumps on motorcycle, guns engine, peels out, crashes into oncoming traffic, cries*
- MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT
  
  Q1 Why is it good to be a teacher who doesn't follow the rules? #2PencilChat

jcaseydesign Apr 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT

A1 You can't innovate inside a box. #2PencilChat

stacey_arzt Apr 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT

Hi! Stacey from NJ. I was always in trouble for my mouth as a kid .. I had an opinion about everything&attitude to go with it 💁🏼#2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT

Normally, I'd say that's not your call, but you may be right... #2PencilChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens

llschool1 Apr 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT

Laurie from FL. I guess I have a unique sense of humor. @julie_haden @MagicPantsJones #2PencilChat

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT

A1.1: gotta pursue things outside your norm... #2PencilChat

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT

Yes it is! #2PencilChat

In reply to @JoPrestia

TheWeirdTeacher Apr 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT

#2PencilChat Because then you're teaching like a literal pirate from a movie about pirates.

JudyArzt Apr 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT

When did #2PencilChat get resurrected? Is it a hybrid of #PencilChat ?

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT

A1 Unless you totally disregard how it's supposed to be used... #2PencilChat

In reply to @jcaseydesign

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT

Thanks, Sean! #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

mjjohnson1216 Apr 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT

A1. No one ever said, "Meredith is such a "good solider" as she follows all of the rules." #2pencilchat

nathan_stevens Apr 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT

As a person who wins the internet every night, I have experience #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT

And that's a good thing. :) #2PencilChat

In reply to @llschool1, @julie_haden

mjjohnson1216 Apr 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

A1. How in the world was I going to implement change that would benefit students if I followed all of the rules? #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q2 How do you most often get into trouble at your school? #2PencilChat

JTJuten Apr 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

#2PencilChat A1 it means 'stealing' time away from learning the standards to do genius hour

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

It never went away, Judy, we've been going strong since October 2015, every Tuesday at 7pm eastern! #2PencilChat

In reply to @JudyArzt

larkscience Apr 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

A1 How can you know if all are suited if you don't seen what happens when the are brok n? Many are untested or antiquated. #2PencilChat

itsmeSpiri Apr 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

A1) Haven't met a rule I liked enough to follow #2pencilchat #edubadass

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

My faces at faculty meetings. I have GOT to learn to control it. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q2 How do you most often get into trouble at your school? #2PencilChat

JudyArzt Apr 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT

Guess I missed #2pencilchat because that has been my teaching night

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

mjjohnson1216 Apr 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT

A2. In my new role I don't get in "trouble" as I am too busy learning which hoop to jump through. #2pencilchat

TheWeirdTeacher Apr 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT

#2PencilChat A2 At my new school? Not much. At my old school- there's a reason I'm at my new school. New admin knows I get results.

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q2 How do you most often get into trouble at your school? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT

Nailed it. #2PencilChat

mjjohnson1216 Apr 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT

A1. No one ever said, "Meredith is such a "good solider" as she follows all of the rules." #2pencilchat

ChrisAFRIN Apr 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT

Chris from the Robin Hood County teaching #AdventureActivities & #HealthPromotion #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

larkscience Apr 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT

A2 Questioning the unquestioned. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT

Well, welcome! We're talking about breaking the rules tonight. #2PencilChat

In reply to @JudyArzt

stacey_arzt Apr 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT

A1: Be original and sometimes that means coloring outside the lines. #2PencilChat

TheWeirdTeacher Apr 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT

#2Pencilchat A2 So pretty much whenever there's a deadline on some kind of paperwork that's been buried on my desk for three weeks.

nathan_stevens Apr 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT

A2 usually helping people. I help too much #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT

You rebel! #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT

Eric, Sped/Math teacher, joining in from Brazil. #2pencilchat

nathan_stevens Apr 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT

A2 sit back and dream that I am @TheWeirdTeacher #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @TheWeirdTeacher

retrokitch Apr 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT

A2 I am told quite often that my class is too loud, too messy, and I allow the kids too much freedom. I teach STEM -duh! #2pencilchat

TheWeirdTeacher Apr 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT

#2Pencilchat Yeah, that's a job interview answer. My strength is how much I care and my weakness is I care too much.

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MagicPantsJones

JTJuten Apr 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT

#2PencilChat A2 I don't get in trouble if what I'm doing is best for my Ss

massignmenthelp Apr 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT

#2PencilChat #ECET2ARChat #edchat #reflectiveteacher Tips for Learning Mathematics to Students https://t.co/4jSNAvgzTZ

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2. Not getting permission first. But it's usually not that much trouble--usually! #2PencilChat

MsValencour Apr 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT

Q1- #2pencilchat it's good to be a trouble maker because some boundaries have never been tested! We never know what lays outside those lines

In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2 always in P's office cause I challenged status quo & asked Ts 2 take a chance 2 see what could happen-some didn't like it #2PencilChat

llschool1 Apr 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2. I'm too honest. If you ask for advice,I will tell you what you don't want to hear, and then inspire you to be better. #2PencilChat

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT

Teaching my daughter @msiwanicki that..better to beg forgiveness #2pencilchat

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2. Not getting permission first. But it's usually not that much trouble--usually! #2PencilChat

MrSmall215 Apr 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A1: Kids appreciate it and frankly some situations are easier to deal with if you don't always follow the rules.. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 Why is it good to be a teacher who doesn't follow the rules? #2PencilChat

BrookinsBits Apr 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2) I don't :) #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q2 How do you most often get into trouble at your school? #2PencilChat

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2: having the last word... #2PencilChat

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A1: Sometimes the rules were not created with Ss best interests in mind. They can be rigid and arbitrary. #2pencilchat

retrokitch Apr 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT

Ooh -me too! There are some people I just can't sit by at staff meetings! @SchaeferInFirst #2pencilchat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki, @SchaeferInFirst

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT

It usually is! #2PencilChat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki, @msiwanicki

mjjohnson1216 Apr 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A2. As a principal I followed St. laws & Dist policies when I knew of them. Implementing change went off the road #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A2 It seems like every AP holds hands over ears & says "La la la..." when I describe my plans. I'm all, "No, you'll see..." #2PencilChat

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A1: Like when ppl didn't understand Minecraft as a teaching tool or can't let Ss use cell phone in class. #2pencilchat

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT

LOL #2PencilChat

In reply to @MrRussoRH

stacey_arzt Apr 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT

A2: I question why things are done the way they are. Then I may do them in a way I think makes more sense. #2PencilChat

itsmeSpiri Apr 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT

A2) Hot water? Get in trouble? I just smile, smile, smile & it's all good 😊#2pencilchat

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT

We call that ordered chaos and it's the 'funnest' class in the school #2PencilChat Yes yes I made up a word - am I in trouble now? pffffft

In reply to @retrokitch

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT

Well yeah, but we don't all have your smile, Spiri... #2PencilChat

In reply to @itsmeSpiri

anichols32 Apr 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT

A2 not a trouble maker myself, I tend to avoid trouble. #2pencilchat

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:18 PM EDT

A2: I get in trouble for coming to defense of my Ss. #2pencilchat

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:18 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

In reply to @retrokitch, @kathyiwanicki, @SchaeferInFirst

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:18 PM EDT

Amy Nichols: Trouble Teflon! #2PencilChat

In reply to @anichols32

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:18 PM EDT

Yep always #2PencilChat and worth every punishment

In reply to @mr_hayes

jcaseydesign Apr 25 @ 7:18 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:19 PM EDT

A2: I hate hearing the word student-centered with no movement in that direction. #2pencilchat

BrookinsBits Apr 25 @ 7:19 PM EDT

Oh dear--TweetDeck just came to a stand still. Is #2pencilchat fixing to go screaming by?

llschool1 Apr 25 @ 7:19 PM EDT

Watch out new nickname from @MagicPantsJones #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:18 PM EDT

Amy Nichols: Trouble Teflon! #2PencilChat
In reply to @anichols32

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:19 PM EDT

Same with the word "relationship". Much lip service #2pencilchat

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:19 PM EDT

A2: I hate hearing the word student-centered with no movement in that direction. #2pencilchat

nathan_stevens Apr 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT

For me it is true. I bounce from person to person and no one knows where I am most of the time #2pencilchat

In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher, @MagicPantsJones

itsmeSpiri Apr 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Awe, thanks my friend 😊❤️ #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q3 How do you get yourself OUT of the hot water that you've gotten yourself into? #2PencilChat

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

In reply to @mr_hayes

TheWeirdTeacher Apr 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT

#2Pencilchat A3 Being super good looking and funny and modest.

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q3 How do you get yourself OUT of the hot water that you've gotten yourself into? #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3 wait till it cools then amp up the heat again #2PencilChat They'll give it up eventually...hehehe

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3 For Spiri, it's charm and a killer smile... #2PencilChat

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Michelle, gif game on point tonight. #2pencilchat

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT

#2PencilChat
In reply to @mr_hayes

nathan_stevens Apr 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A2 there is a list. A long list #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

jcaseydesign Apr 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3 Accept each epic fail, laugh about it, make it clear you've learned, try something new. #2PencilChat

anichols32 Apr 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT

I would love to just sit in one of your classes @nathan_stevens and absorb. You are very dynamic and knowledgeable #2pencilchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @TheWeirdTeacher, @MagicPantsJones, @nathan_stevens

TheWeirdTeacher Apr 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT

#2Pencilchat A3 When I screw up I own up. If I'm in trouble for doing what I think is right I speak up. Sometimes you boil instead.

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT

A3: apologize, try to explain my thoughts, look to mend fences in a genuine fashion. #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Apr 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT

I am a reflection of the people around me #2pencilchat

In reply to @anichols32, @TheWeirdTeacher, @MagicPantsJones

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT

👍 I can't stand when Ts and admin lack empathy. "It's obvious this S didn't study." No, he has severe anxiety #2pencilchat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT

A3 Politeness, honesty, and an understanding that I'm always acting with my students' best interest in mind. That, + results. #2PencilChat

MrSmall215 Apr 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT

A3: Never taken a risk without a good reason rooted in caring for kids. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q3 How do you get yourself OUT of the hot water that you've gotten yourself into? #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT

Hey...#2PencilChat

In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher

retrokitch Apr 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT

A3 I have stopped trying to get myself out of trouble. I need to spend my energy on more important stuff! #2pencilchat

BrookinsBits Apr 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT

yeah--ditto #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MrSmall215 Apr 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT

A3:If you going to make a mistake, it's easier to stomach if your intentions were pure #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q3 How do you get yourself OUT of the hot water that you've gotten yourself into? #2PencilChat

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT

My face..I give it all away..I could never play poker. I suck at hiding my emotions. #2pencilchat

In reply to @SchaeferInFirst, @retrokitch

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT

A3. Have solid reasons for doing what I doing... #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT

Oooh, I like this! #2PencilChat

In reply to @retrokitch

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT

A3: I try to work my hardest for the kids, and the parents know that. They tell the school. I guess that saves me. #2PencilChat

TheWeirdTeacher Apr 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT

#2PencilChat Alternatively...

BrookinsBits Apr 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT

exactly. Don't take risks unless you have good reason #2pencilchat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

MrSmall215 Apr 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT

A2: I trust and listen to kids too much at times... #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 Why is it good to be a teacher who doesn't follow the rules? #2PencilChat

llschool1 Apr 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT

A3 I know my boundaries. #2PencilChat

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT

A3.1: act in the way that you expect your Ss, Ts, etc. to respond. Model, model, model. #2PencilChat

specialtechie Apr 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT

Man, the sun is throwing me off! Didn't realize what time it was. Hi #2PencilChat

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT

A3 Apologize or try to compromise. #2pencilchat

stacey_arzt Apr 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT

A3: Take responsibility. Explain my position and reasoning. #2PencilChat

ScienceWildcats Apr 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT

Hi guys and gals! #2PencilChat

itsmeSpiri Apr 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT

A3) Smile, hug, crack a joke, listen, apologize, charm pants off of them #spreadkindness #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT

Or... #2PencilChat

In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher

specialtechie Apr 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT

A3: Ask forgiveness. Can't do much more than that as long as it's not a habit. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q3 How do you get yourself OUT of the hot water that you've gotten yourself into? #2PencilChat

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT

A3: When I've let my passion get the best of me, I know how to apologize. Not afraid to admit my failings. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:27 PM EDT

Hey there! #2PencilChat

In reply to @specialtechie

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:27 PM EDT

Hallo! #2PencilChat

In reply to @ScienceWildcats

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:27 PM EDT

👋 #2pencilchat

In reply to @ScienceWildcats

larkscience Apr 25 @ 7:27 PM EDT

A3 Own it, immediately and with evidence. Whatever it was, I had a salient reason. #2PencilChat

ScienceWildcats Apr 25 @ 7:27 PM EDT

A1: A trouble-maker is someone who is disruptive - sometimes systems are stagnant and need that jolt to light a fire. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:27 PM EDT

This is often my reason.... #2PencilChat

In reply to @larkscience

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Q4 Okay, so much for getting out of trouble... How do you stay under the radar when you're not playing by the rules? #2PencilChat

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT

A4 I stay in my room! :) #2pencilchat

BrookinsBits Apr 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT

A4: Avoid everyone, take the long way around, do a lot of smiling and nodding #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT

A4 Keep quiet, fool! Only talk about stuff when you have the results and everyone's gonna be happy with what you did! #2PencilChat

larkscience Apr 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Yes. #professionalism #2PencilChat

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT

A3: When I've let my passion get the best of me, I know how to apologize. Not afraid to admit my failings. #2PencilChat

ScienceWildcats Apr 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A3: It's okay to be somewhat of a troublemaker IF you are also the type to take responsibility for your actions. #2pencilchat

nathan_stevens Apr 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A3 promises and deep sighs #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT

Yes! Don't talk about it until it went well..(like having a class twitter account shhhh) #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT

A4 Keep quiet, fool! Only talk about stuff when you have the results and everyone's gonna be happy with what you did! #2PencilChat

retrokitch Apr 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A4 Don't share what you're doing on social media! #2pencilchat

nathan_stevens Apr 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A3 promise to be more like @TheWeirdTeacher #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @TheWeirdTeacher

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT

And a movie just played in my head. #2PencilChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens

KRScienceLady Apr 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT

Thank you for all you do. #2PencilChat

retrokitch Apr 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT

A2 I am told quite often that my class is too loud, too messy, and I allow the kids too much freedom. I teach STEM -duh! #2pencilchat

BrookinsBits Apr 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT

That is a VERY good point! #2pencilchat

In reply to @retrokitch

ScienceWildcats Apr 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT

A4: Tell as few people as possible - preferably NO ONE... #2pencilchat

tkraz Apr 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT

A4 Teaching can still be an isolating profession, if need be. #2PencilChat

jcaseydesign Apr 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT

A4 Make sure what you are doing is worth defending. #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT

A4 whaaaa? so now I need to hide? Well okay, but eventually .... #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT

For sure. #2PencilChat

In reply to @tkraz

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT

A4. Get whoever you're working with on your side! #2PencilChat

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT

A4: I stay low and hide in my room. #2PencilChat

BrookinsBits Apr 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT

hmmmm so are any of our staff reading our tweets in the #2pencilchat ?? LOL

itsmeSpiri Apr 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT

A4) Is it weird that I don't try to stay under the radar when I break the status quo? #Spotlight #Lookhere #RuleBreakerBragger #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Yes, co-conspirators are important! #2PencilChat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT

A4: no the risks, the benefits and why you're doing what you are. Make sure it does no harm to staff, students...anyone... #2PencilChat

tkraz Apr 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT

A4 Results usually keep the external alerts to a minimum. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT

It's all good, the talk is of doing what's right for children, and owning up to your mistakes. #2PencilChat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Right! For sure. #2PencilChat https://t.co/3oskR8Hvok

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT

A4 Keep quiet, fool! Only talk about stuff when you have the results and everyone's gonna be happy with what you did! #2PencilChat

anichols32 Apr 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Just gonna lurk here a bit... #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT

Nope, it's fully in character! #2PencilChat

In reply to @itsmeSpiri

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT

Nope - you're not making trouble if no one knows about it - Are you? #2PencilChat you know that tree falling thingy

In reply to @itsmeSpiri

stacey_arzt Apr 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT

A4: Be mindful of your surroundings. #2PencilChat

BrookinsBits Apr 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT

yeah...suddenly felt like I was being watched lol #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

llschool1 Apr 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT

A4 Get others to follow. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:33 PM EDT

They can't fire us all, can they? CAN THEY? LOL! #2PencilChat

In reply to @llschool1

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:33 PM EDT

YAAASSSSSSSS #2PencilChat

llschool1 Apr 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT

A4 Get others to follow. #2PencilChat

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:33 PM EDT

A4.1: the why... #2PencilChat

retrokitch Apr 25 @ 7:33 PM EDT

My coworkers are well aware of my "problem" with rules! #nosurprises #2pencilchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:33 PM EDT

Doing the right thing is an act of leadership. #2PencilChat

In reply to @MrRussoRH

mjjohnson1216 Apr 25 @ 7:34 PM EDT

A4. Move ahead as the speed of light - well, as quickly as our team wants to move. #2pencilchat

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:34 PM EDT

Exactly... #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

specialtechie Apr 25 @ 7:34 PM EDT

A4: Not playing by the rules sounds like a perspective issue. ;) #2PencilChat If I can rationalize why I'm doing something for S's, I will.

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Q4 Okay, so much for getting out of trouble... How do you stay under the radar when you're not playing by the rules? #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT

I like you :) #2PencilChat

In reply to @retrokitch, @BrookinsBits

mjjohnson1216 Apr 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT

A4. Having a strong team is paramount. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT

Oh my gosh, it makes everything better, doesn't it? #2PencilChat

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT

I love my tribe! #2pencilchat

mjjohnson1216 Apr 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT

A4. Having a strong team is paramount. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Q5 Let's talk about student rule-breakin' that makes us happy. When is student misbehavior to be commended? #2PencilChat

larkscience Apr 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT

A4 I'm an ask for permission person. Give others the benefit of the doubt in that they have reasons, too. Hear them out. #2pencilchat

specialtechie Apr 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT

No harm, no foul. Right? #2PencilChat

In reply to @MrRussoRH

mjjohnson1216 Apr 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT

A5. When they are being creative. #2pencilchat

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT

When they are sticking up for another S. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Q5 Let's talk about student rule-breakin' that makes us happy. When is student misbehavior to be commended? #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT

A5 when it doesn't hurt anyone else #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT

A5 When they're standing up to injustice! #2PencilChat

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT

a5 When they are thinking outside the box. #2pencilchat

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT

Yes...if you have good intentions, you are in the right.👍🏼 #2pencilchat

In reply to @specialtechie

BrookinsBits Apr 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT

A5: When Ss are passionate about having "why" answered and ? Ts relentlessly #2pencilchat

stacey_arzt Apr 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT

This is a great relevant read! #2PencilChat

Glennr1809 Apr 18 @ 7:17 PM EDT

Rule Breaking Should Be A Hobby: 3 Questions To Consider Before Breaking The Rules https://t.co/9ygVHmUJQ0 #edchat #tlap #leadership

ScienceWildcats Apr 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT

A5: ...not to say I don't address/correct the behavior, but when it's age appropriate you've gotta kinda cut a kid a break. #2PencilChat

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT

A5: When a S says that hmwrk assignment is pointless, and you agree because it is. Just busy work. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:38 PM EDT

Added to my Google Keep! #2PencilChat

stacey_arzt Apr 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT
This is a great relevant read! #2PencilChat
- Glennr1809 Apr 18 @ 7:17 PM EDT
  
  Rule Breaking Should Be A Hobby: 3 Questions To Consider Before Breaking The Rules https://t.co/9ygVHmUJQ0 #edchat #tlap #leadership

BrookinsBits Apr 25 @ 7:38 PM EDT

LOL! #2pencilchat

In reply to @retrokitch

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A5. When they show us a better way to do/handle something. #2PencilChat

mjjohnson1216 Apr 25 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A5. It doesn't make me happy but developing an understanding of the reason behind the actions. #2pencilchat

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:38 PM EDT

Ummmm so now I have two #2PencilChat columns running down my screen. How did that happen?

specialtechie Apr 25 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A5: When S's question (or fight/argue) current practices and propose a better way. It's their class, right? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Q5 Let's talk about student rule-breakin' that makes us happy. When is student misbehavior to be commended? #2PencilChat

llschool1 Apr 25 @ 7:39 PM EDT

A5 When they believe they are right. I like a good discussion. If it is fun without hurting others. #2Pencilchat

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:39 PM EDT

A5: stretching their learning, understanding, comfort level... " a little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men." #2PencilChat

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki

tkraz Apr 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT

A5 When it is right. Or when it's harmless and funny. #2PencilChat

itsmeSpiri Apr 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT

A4) Always know why you're doing what you're doing, be able to back it up, know how it benefits Ss #KidsFirst #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT

It's twice the fun? #2PencilChat

In reply to @JoPrestia

stacey_arzt Apr 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT

A5: When they are innovative and making decisions for themselves. When they feel they're making a difference and are right. #2PencilChat

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:41 PM EDT

haha #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

DavidHochheiser Apr 25 @ 7:41 PM EDT

Can't imagine the chump who made you uncomfortable abt having ideas, etc. #2pencilchat

In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:41 PM EDT

A5: A S of mine told a T who had gotten on to him for not doing an assignment, "I'm sorry I was taking care of my bro and sis." #2PencilChat

ScienceWildcats Apr 25 @ 7:42 PM EDT

A5. As far as I'm concerned if you misbehave for something commendable, it's not misbehaving - it's being an individual. #2PencilChat

larkscience Apr 25 @ 7:42 PM EDT

A5 Disrupts complacency we all fall prey to and hey that's how revolutions are started #2pencilchat

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:43 PM EDT

👏👏 #2PencilChat

In reply to @ScienceWildcats

larkscience Apr 25 @ 7:43 PM EDT

Humor is, as my students would say, legit. #2PencilChat

In reply to @tkraz

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:43 PM EDT

What is the saying? Properly behaving women seldom made history? #2PencilChat

jcaseydesign Apr 25 @ 7:43 PM EDT

Gotta head out! At a birthday party 🎉 thanks for great chat! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:43 PM EDT

For sure! #2PencilChat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:43 PM EDT

On a school night even- have fun!! #2PencilChat

In reply to @jcaseydesign

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q6 Instead of getting mad, how can we keep our cool and use our students' misbehavior for good instead of evil? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Happy birthday to the birthday person! Thanks for stopping in, Jennifer! #2PencilChat

In reply to @jcaseydesign

tkraz Apr 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Does that double the #2pencilchat trending factor? That may be against the rules.

In reply to @JoPrestia

specialtechie Apr 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Seriously, where do you get your GIF's? #2PencilChat

In reply to @kmichellehowell, @MagicPantsJones

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Humor diffuses everything. #2pencilchat (when I can channel it)

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q6 Instead of getting mad, how can we keep our cool and use our students' misbehavior for good instead of evil? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT

And humor is a great learning tool! #2PencilChat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT

😂 #2PencilChat

In reply to @tkraz

BrookinsBits Apr 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT

@kathyiwanicki ditto--if I could just remember...#2pencilchat

tkraz Apr 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT

legit, encouraged, necessary. Right up there with air. #2pencilchat

In reply to @larkscience

itsmeSpiri Apr 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT

Sorry #2pencilchat gotta skidaddle out a bit early tonight! Thanks @MagicPantsJones for a trouble-free night Later Gators 😊

mjjohnson1216 Apr 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A6. Older student can model for younger student the correct behavior and explain reasons why to make a change #2pencilchat

larkscience Apr 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A6 Smiling through the "How else could this conversation go?" talk - lets folks know we all have moments of error #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A6 I try to focus on finding out why my students are doing what they're doing. Understanding leads to solutions. #2PencilChat

stacey_arzt Apr 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A6:Use it as a starting point for conversation either individually or as a class. Learn from it and grow as an educator&student #2PencilChat

cybraryman1 Apr 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A6 Let student vent & then you should use "I feel" messages. My Classroom Behavior Management page https://t.co/kboCWFdXth #2PencilChat

specialtechie Apr 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A5: Make the behavior (or lack of) a competition in some way. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q6 Instead of getting mad, how can we keep our cool and use our students' misbehavior for good instead of evil? #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A6 now that's asking for trouble I think #2PencilChat

mtartaro Apr 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT

I am oh so late. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT

Cheers! Have a good night! #2PencilChat

In reply to @itsmeSpiri

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:47 PM EDT

Have a great evening, Spiri! #2PencilChat

In reply to @itsmeSpiri, @MagicPantsJones

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:47 PM EDT

Sure you are - you're just a trouble-maker! I see it! #2PencilChat

In reply to @mtartaro

anichols32 Apr 25 @ 7:47 PM EDT

Have a great night! #2pencilchat

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:47 PM EDT

A6:give Ss chance to discuss better ways to handle a situation,clarify expectations,review the "why"...in other words-reflect. #2PencilChat

specialtechie Apr 25 @ 7:47 PM EDT

The GIF button your phone or am I missing something on Tweetdeck? #2PencilChat

In reply to @kmichellehowell, @MagicPantsJones

ScienceWildcats Apr 25 @ 7:47 PM EDT

A6. I might raise my voice, but I'm never really MAD....I try to model patience...not sure if it works well. #2pencilchat

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:48 PM EDT

*waves* #2PencilChat

In reply to @itsmeSpiri, @MagicPantsJones

cybraryman1 Apr 25 @ 7:49 PM EDT

A6 My Communicating with Children page https://t.co/QBnIFQzWuk #2PencilChat

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:49 PM EDT

A6. Talk it out with them. Sometimes what annoys us is a thoughtless behavior on their part. #2PencilChat

retrokitch Apr 25 @ 7:49 PM EDT

A6 When dealing w/challenging Ss/behaviors I try to model calm interactions so other Ss learn how to handle similar situations #2Pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:49 PM EDT

On my good days (years?) I do, too. But some days it's easier than others! #2PencilChat

In reply to @ScienceWildcats

mr_hayes Apr 25 @ 7:49 PM EDT

I have to check out early. Dinner is getting cold. Have a great rest of the week! #2PencilChat

ScienceWildcats Apr 25 @ 7:49 PM EDT

Thanks everybody!! #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT

Absolutely, when we frame it with our assumed intent we're more likely to get angry. Listen first. #2PencilChat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

kathyiwanicki Apr 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT

Need to head out! Thanks everyone for a fun chat! #2PencilChat

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A6.1: get S perspectives on how they see the rule/expectation... #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT

enjoy - I'm up to breakfast! #2PencilChat on Wednesday hehehe

In reply to @mr_hayes

AdrianMcKay14 Apr 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A6: Never take student behavior personally. Also, reflect on misbehavior by approaching w/ antecedent & function in mind. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT

Cheers Eric! Have a good one! #2PencilChat

In reply to @mr_hayes

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT

I'm using Twitter, not Tweetdeck. With Tweetdeck you would have to get the GIFs from https://t.co/SieoqDaFT5 (or similar). #2PencilChat

In reply to @specialtechie, @MagicPantsJones

giveawaynure Apr 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A6: Never take student behavior personally. Also, reflect on misbehavior by approaching w/ antecedent & function in mind. #2PencilChat

larkscience Apr 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT

I love the Rumi quote "raise your words, not your voice" - I do my best #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @ScienceWildcats

spiraledu Apr 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT

#2pencilchat Everything is a teachable moment. Gather everybody, take a breath, talk about what happened, and what we can do to resolve it.

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

itsmeSpiri Apr 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT

You too my friend 😊 Be good #butnottoogood 😉 #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT

Thanks for coming, Kathy! #2PencilChat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT

A6 there is always a reason why... find it and attend to that #2PencilChat

mtartaro Apr 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT

A6 - I am strong believer in teachable moments. Allow these instances to become learning opportunities! #2PencilChat

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT

Have a great night, Kathy! Hoping to get back to #bfc530 soon! #2PencilChat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki

itsmeSpiri Apr 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT

You too! Hope all is well 😊 #2PencilChat

In reply to @kmichellehowell, @MagicPantsJones

specialtechie Apr 25 @ 7:52 PM EDT

Good to know! #2PencilChat

In reply to @kmichellehowell, @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:52 PM EDT

Q7 Some of the best laughs come from student malfeasance. Give us a good story! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:52 PM EDT

Sidebar, watching Romy and Michelle as we chat. Such a fun movie! #2PencilChat

llschool1 Apr 25 @ 7:52 PM EDT

A6 Turn it into a teaching moment. Ss think it's funny when I act like them. Then we discuss a better way to handle it. #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:52 PM EDT

Was having a serious moment #2PencilChat no really...

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT

A6 there is always a reason why... find it and attend to that #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:53 PM EDT

A7 more often than not #2PencilChat

mtartaro Apr 25 @ 7:53 PM EDT

So sad I missed it all. I will be checking it out! #2PencilChat

specialtechie Apr 25 @ 7:54 PM EDT

Ok... that's right up there with Tank Girl. I get sucked in, but it's horrible really. ;) #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:54 PM EDT

Aw, rats, Marc! Next time, right? #2PencilChat

In reply to @mtartaro

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:54 PM EDT

I'll agree that Tank Girl is horrible but fun. Romy and Michelle is pretty great. #2PencilChat

In reply to @specialtechie

larkscience Apr 25 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A7 Absolutely. We are all sworn to secrecy now. #2PencilChat

kmichellehowell Apr 25 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A7. Not really, but I have had a student or 10 who could give me a look that would make me laugh! #2PencilChat

retrokitch Apr 25 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A7 S could tell I was upset. Told him I was tired & we could talk about it the next day. S seriously told me to Rest In Peace #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:56 PM EDT

I can see the tabs of the papers I'm supposedly marking behind my @TweetDeck window LOL #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @TweetDeck

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:56 PM EDT

A7 Small, but simple: I love when Ss try (poorly) to be sneaky, and they're too easy to catch. Makes me laugh every time. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:56 PM EDT

Ha! #2PencilChat

In reply to @retrokitch

ChrisQuinn64 Apr 25 @ 7:56 PM EDT

#edumoves ...Join me something new...Wed. at 7:30 pm EST (30 min) to explore the past, present & future of education. #2pencilchat #pln365

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:57 PM EDT

I'll try to be there! #2PencilChat

In reply to @ChrisQuinn64

MrRussoRH Apr 25 @ 7:57 PM EDT

A7: plenty of these teaching sophomore boys...some of best memories as a teacher in my AP class...still laugh w/them today! #2PencilChat

llschool1 Apr 25 @ 7:57 PM EDT

Great chat 🎸@MagicPantsJones Time to cook 🌮Taco Tuesday #2PencilChat

specialtechie Apr 25 @ 7:58 PM EDT

A7: Kindergarten, S wanting argue about mammals not coming from eggs. LOL! BTW, that was my daughter in her class. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:52 PM EDT

Q7 Some of the best laughs come from student malfeasance. Give us a good story! #2PencilChat

mtartaro Apr 25 @ 7:58 PM EDT

A7 - More often than I would like to admit! I often struggle greatly to not smirk when speaking firmly with an S. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:59 PM EDT

Yum! Have a good night! #2PencilChat

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JoPrestia Apr 25 @ 7:59 PM EDT

Thanks #2PencilChat once again is making my day - remember... Wednesday is a great day!

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 25 @ 7:59 PM EDT

Two kids who don't know what they're talking about arguing is fantastic! #2PencilChat

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