#BFC530 Archive
The Breakfast Club – #BFC530 – is a 15 minute, 1 question Twitter chat every weekday. We chat in 4 timezones Mon-Fri – 5:30am Eastern, Central, Mountain, and Pacific Times. The mission of BFC is to empower participants to make a difference in education by engaging in consistent reflective practice in a supportive community that inspires and challenges one another.
Wednesday September 7, 2016
Yesterday's rollout went very well. This is going to be a long process but i'm pretty excited.
Had a busy but great first day. Hope the rain holds off today. Couldn't sleep but happy to be hanging with my Tweeps at
Delighted to be with you!
G'morning friends! Today's topic: "If you were going to write a 1-pager about your school/class what headlines would be included?"
So true! So worth the early wake up time!
Hi, Kathy! Hope you had as great a day 1 as I did.
I know it makes for a long day, but tonight at 930 is the 1st of a 7 week chat on my book Instant Relevance! https://t.co/DWLLqUKCAk
I hear ya! I've got an early meeting off campus & have an hour drive, so I've been up for a bit.
JP!!!! Sooooooooo Goooooooood to see you!!! https://t.co/spRjef35Wb
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD Morning !!
Up and at it early!
Yes, but that was last week!
Good morning Lisa, ESE support checking in from central Florida.
Love Wayne Dyer:) You just brought me happy tears Dani:)
Morning, nothing like the adrenaline rush of oversleeping you alarm😳 but I still made it here.
The title of my paper would be "The Power of Positivity"! It would be about the energy that my Ss give me everyday!
Good morning everyone! We had a great 1st day yesterday! Day 2 coming up! Hope everyone had a great day
May I just say, I MISSED you all this summer! Good morning, . So very grateful to see you again.
A whole school summer reading discussion sounds great! Have fun! https://t.co/tyFcTosiZ7
Good morning , day 2 and the routines are coming back! Today we have our school wide discussions!
Good morning . Stacey from NJ. Excited for another day of MS.
Oh, my! You are the king of silly images:)
"Teachers Taking Risks to Support Learning." I'm so proud of the efforts i've seen so far. Teachers are really pushing themselves.
you too!! It feels like a reunion, these first mornings back at !
Headlines: Learning is Fun. Voice and Choice Coup. Teamwork Wins.
That is wonderful. I'm sure it will be a fun and scary process this year but amazing learning will happen https://t.co/6qMZDtrYdm
Yesterday's rollout went very well. This is going to be a long process but i'm pretty excited.
Okay, my day has officially been MADE!
Good morning! It's ! . Don't forget to put a picture of the book you're reading up to that hashtag.
Good morning
Day 2 here we go.
My 1 page paper about my district would be:
This year we will Connect, Learn, Collaborate together!
Headline last week: if you don't like reading, you just haven't found the right book.
Hello Penny from North Georgia here.
"Kids come back positive vibe from both staff and students! https://t.co/o4ETKe8NP4
G'morning friends! Today's topic: "If you were going to write a 1-pager about your school/class what headlines would be included?"
Good morning !
Brian, HS principal from Mass.
"Disgruntled teenagers forced to leave school smiling due to overwhelmingly positive thinking faculty"
Morning! Kaitlyn from NJ ☀️
-"steph curry" Michelle from Ontario grade one and two here, packing my umbrella and mentally preparing for day 2 indoor recess. :(
sounds like what I tell my students!
Our district headline would be "Balance: Because Life is More than school" we have excellent initiatives looking ahead.
I'm hoping you make our baseball game next summer. We had a blast!
I love this question. It puts me in a pretty good mood for the morning.
Instructional Coaches are all about Teachers, Risk, Unity, Sharing, Together.
"TGMS the Most Welcoming Staff Around!"
Headline yesterday: There is no perfect. Trying hard is better and showing grit is better.
Headlines: We Are Family, Technology & Innovation Rule the Day, School Voted a Great Place to Be
I'm going over student intake surveys this morning, so can't join the convo, but enjoy!
Here's our clickbait title: This District Tried Something New and You Won't Believe What Happened Next! :)
Good morning my wonderful friend!
great, where I work Ts have made a great job setting up rooms, w planning everything, it creates a positive environment
Yesterday it was over 31,000! (I have a Fitdesk, which is an under the desk elliptical). Work up a sweat 1st thing!
will check in tomorrow it's always fun !
Good morning Mark here from Estes Park Colorado… up extra early to be here with
Relationships Over Regulations
Good morning friends. Bit harder to get up and at 'em for day 2. HS history/psychology T from MA, thinking of headlines...good Q!
Good morning! First day back with students. First day back to Twitter!
HAH! I love that. More clickbait.
The title of my paper would be together we are stronger and can make a difference
I like that Voice and Choice Coup.
Mine would read "Charlotte magnet school immerses tomorrow's global leaders in 5 languages"
Morning! Question: what kind of coffee do you drink?
Happy Wednesday off to a great start here in MA
Good morning Our district headline would be "Walking the Talk"
And the only way to get better at reading is to practice. Just like basketball, piano, writing
Dropping in late!! Michala from Virginia. Happy to be here.
Headlines: Ms. Ryan's Eagles are Writing Up a Storm! 5th Grader Tells Ms. Ryan She Now Love To Write!
-"steph curry" A:Students connecting globally to celebrate Canada's aboriginal communities and 150th Birthday!
"Students and Teachers Ready to Learn with a New Growth Mindset"
Clickbait: "8 Myths About Teaching Destroyed By These Professionals. "
Yes! They so don't get that. I am so thankful for graphic novels though!
Yes! They so don't get that. I am so thankful for graphic novels though!
Best line from yesterday: Can't believe we were here for 90 minutes already.
The first thing I say each year is your family needs you too, make sure you are present in both places. https://t.co/NGeR4Qygsr
Our district headline would be "Balance: Because Life is More than school" we have excellent initiatives looking ahead.
Hi friends! "4 day work week - librarian doesn't know what day it is"
Here you go: " A school did what's best for kids and Restored My Faith In Humanity!"
"What Did You Do in School Today?" Answer "Had fun the entire day!"
chock full of nuts New York Roast !! ( set on auto timer !!!)
so great to see all of you lovely, smart people this morning. I meet students today! Yay! Nothing weirder than a school w/o kids.
This one wins! https://t.co/wJSOcJZ4JR
"Disgruntled teenagers forced to leave school smiling due to overwhelmingly positive thinking faculty"
"Students out of comfort zone, learning increases"
good luck!!! sure it will be an awesome year
Welcome back! I love day 1 and all the energy it brings. https://t.co/b9j097U9hI
Good morning! First day back with students. First day back to Twitter!
2nd headline Collingswood HS turns PD back to Teachers !!
"You'll never guess what simple change turned this teacher's life around."
It seemed so much smoother than years past, too.
yep. Same thing about writing. As well as, "When you think you're done, you've only just begun."
Headline: Now is the time to set higher expectations 4 all stakeholders/We Are MBK!
Me either - I missed my department meeting yesterday bc I thought it was Monday 😱 https://t.co/KXEPfEIzDf
Hi friends! "4 day work week - librarian doesn't know what day it is"
Here is my headline: "School, where we learn together with love, excitement, laughter, and joy!"
Headline: Engaged Classrooms = Fun For All!
We Are Bravely Forging a New Era of Learning and Growing Together
I was so happy we won last night. Baseball makes me dance...seriously. Ask them:)
"take a high performing school, add a little Title I money, and See What Happens Next!"
Good morning! Bronwyn from CT. 7th and 8th grade ELA. Up since 3 AM and still
altho it would definitely need a more clickbait-y headline - way too informative as it is
is now trending in USA, ranking 33
Oops. Fast fingers. *Loves https://t.co/b5aXHiZqJp
Headlines: Ms. Ryan's Eagles are Writing Up a Storm! 5th Grader Tells Ms. Ryan She Now Love To Write!
Hard keeping all the team meetings straight coming from elementary level
It makes such a difference. If you give teachers more space to create, that it will pay in the end.
any time friend, and yes it is a cool school !!!
Hi
Carl from Avonsleigh Australia
Finally got dinner eaten so I made your timeslot
First day at my new MS. It was so cool to see my former first graders. Some even ran to give me hugs! 💜💜
How is first grade, Chris?
Mine yesterday: Teacher stays late to use the copier alone. lol
Yes!!! You're never finished when it comes to writing! https://t.co/xj9TVPidjO
yep. Same thing about writing. As well as, "When you think you're done, you've only just begun."
Great ideas today ob .
Make a difference today! Cheers!
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"Creative, collaborative, challenging"
isn't that the best. i had a grad from last year text me to say she missed the class !
Almost finished grading our memory from yesterday. Forgot how much love reading what
that's what happens when I stay up for - I'm totally shot for the rest of the week.
Made it! so happy to see everyone!
Great ideas this morning .
Make a difference today! Cheers!
Hi Kathy.
it's been a long time
Same!!! Plus driving home at 6 helps avoid traffic. https://t.co/YR9uB5nRR1
Mine yesterday: Teacher stays late to use the copier alone. lol
"The book fair is coming, the book fair is coming!" I'll be there setting up until sometime tonight.
How are you? My class found you on the map!
I was thinking yesterday how that day makes every day so much better:)
are invited to join the 30 min book study on Instant Relevance, my new book, whether you've read it or not! https://t.co/AknHlDeyo0
My headline: "Not your father's history class" (thanks for helping get my brain going this morning...sort of).
I do love the quiet. But the longer you stay, the more you find to do.
My paper would be titled: The Power of Awesome
"Staff, students report today. Enthusiasm level causes roof collapse. Film at 11". . "In sports, Mets clinch division..."
yes! That has been the refrain in my buliding (but whispered, I don't want to jinx it)
GVEP creates safe, family-like environment that empowers staff & S's to work collaboratively & take risks w/ their learning
My 1st headline would say "Students still while ."
I have yet to make it to because I fall asleep before 10!
Thanks! Music is the universal, healing language. Thanks for sharing.
If you do want to read it, it's on Amazon in paperback or Kindle here https://t.co/9agc0UkI2q Hope you can make it!
fur sure fur sure . Planning a trip to the Park. come to Philly last 3 day of the season https://t.co/RTJ6NP4yDp
I was thinking yesterday how that day makes every day so much better:)
<3 <3 <3 <3 https://t.co/kgq7dFLqfb
"Staff, students report today. Enthusiasm level causes roof collapse. Film at 11". . "In sports, Mets clinch division..."
Have fun adventurous one!
Thanks for the dose of positivity
Well I have to get moving. SO nice to "see" you all again!!💗
Awesome, inspiring way to begin!
Really! That is so cool. You can see the alpacas on Google Maps if you know what they are (look like shadows)
that's dedication during the first week!
Also... Common Sense Rules the Room!
I mentioned this one yesterday. Nicely Done
On my way out guys. Have a good day.
A positive force for learning ->
Wait! there is life happening after 10 PM?
Good Morning. Bruce, Technology Teacher, I'm ready for day 2 of the year. Ready to learn today.
that is the best, when you start hearing back from them in the "real world"
That's hilarious! . Happy Wednesday!
Hello! Here from a distance!
I love it!! So important to have a growth mindset
You got right to the heart of true learning! 😊
don't believe it - it's smoke and mirrors (and cookies, lots of cookies after 10pm)
I'm sure that's what some kids go home and say I do
Our headline: LHS, Ready for the Best Year Yet!
Thank you! Honored! Great pic!
my bedtime reminder woke me up last night. I was asleep way before it went off. 😏
Gotta go get ready for a 3 hour content acquisition mtg. Glad I had you all to charge me up! Have a great one, friends!
. So sorry that happened 2 U and your staff! I'd love 2 visit your school & help admin see that there is a different way!
luv that ! ( I tell SS best History class ever, or double your money back !)
Wishing you the BEST day friends! Off for a run!
Wishing you the BEST day friends! Off for a run!
Good Morning Sean! Long time no "see"
what's next? The macarena?
Great topic today! Ready for Day 2!
Did they find our property? The house is being built and there are trucks near shed on Maps.
Calories don't count that late.
Have a another great day, Friends.
that's how I'll need to roll for the rest of this week if I'm going to see Friday with fully opened lids
If I am awake, I am there!
My 2nd headline would say. "It is to but "
My pleasure! Honored to be in the Band. It's my Beatles.
good morning, Sean. Hope life is treating you well. School start 4 U yestrdy?
No, we used a wall map. Just found the town.
Good morning Marifran... Well, all i know is that today is today.
My two new fav extensions. Tab Tab works just like iGoogle and Hive School to see every students screen.
Our headline is simple Fernwood Rocks! sub headline: New teacher doesn't get lost, helps a few people...hopefully
#2258 Follow your bliss and the universe will open doors where there were only walls. — Joseph Campbell
https://t.co/hld2vBVkRW
My class: activity-based math, working in groups, problem solving, talking about our thinking & reasoning https://t.co/kx7HmR3DEj
G'morning friends! Today's topic: "If you were going to write a 1-pager about your school/class what headlines would be included?"
That's awesome! You make an impression.
Had a chat with group of ss not working hard enough and then they all wanted to stay until 5:30pm fo maths help
especially if eaten by the light of the fridge door
Reply: Headline "Newly Reconstructed Crosswalk to Opportunity Lane Now Open"
Enjoy the day friends. Make it ridiculously awesome
Howdy! Good to see you Coach Connie!
Our super addressed the idea of meaningful HMWK to limit the nonsense. My goal: <15 mins to finish classwk
https://t.co/74vEmfivx6
Weise words... smart move ->
That is very impressive. We are a "nothing" town
That is just a collection of houses and properties
There is a way, find it ->
Getting motivated for big day. School, Welcome Back Party, BOE meeting. DD will keep me up and running.
Have a great day everyone! Must go get ready! Thanks for the smiles!
That's a start!! Proceed forward w/ positive intentionality - be bold & model for admin how it can be done!
you can't count it out !!
Love finds a way to prevail ->
now have search for "tab tab" opened in another tab
This time always goes by too quickly! Until tomorrow my friends.....
ALL.OF.THEM. I always hooked they couldn't stay in my class if they were taller than me in third grade.
Hooray, Karl is here -> Let's get the party started.
rumor has it that it's Wednesday but I can neither confirm nor deny
We'll get there I think. Just a matter of them thinking differently about control.
.: Friendly & welcoming environment. Teachers that care! Multicultural student body.
https://t.co/kx7HmR3DEj
G'morning friends! Today's topic: "If you were going to write a 1-pager about your school/class what headlines would be included?"
Eric... brings his A-game everyday ->
I know this is true because I saw on the several times this summer; I was too! https://t.co/pxFM2rdnRe
May I just say, I MISSED you all this summer! Good morning, . So very grateful to see you again.
"Teacher Demands Progress Toward Mastery, not Grades. Kids Cheer. Parents Confused. Learning Happens. World Changes."
Hey there Veronica... black, cream, sugar?
I'm outta here! Thanks for the lift. I just hope that the rain doesn't continue throughout the day! YIKES!
Happy Wednesday-Make new headlines!!
Loved that I asked the best part of their 1st day, and one replied "everything"
Thanks for sprinkling your magic dust on us "Ellen Cool" ...
Awesome!! We have 2 pre-K classes so I spent some time in there helping with kids as routines are laid out. SO CUTE!
Off to face another fab day - have a happy one all!
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Well Marifran... if today isn't Wednesday, wait tight it'll be Wednesday someday soon.
don't believe it - it's smoke and mirrors (and cookies, lots of cookies after 10pm) MORE >> https://t.co/ntRMswtTnI
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hum a few bars to get us started...
Headline - "Get To Know Every Student, because Showing You Care might change a kids life"
Time to get wake up my own kids. Have an great day everyone :)
Tossed and turned all night with anticipation of today. Have to go IV another pot of coffee. See you tomorrow!
Make it a great one! I'm off 2 build new relationships. AND 2 try 2 catch up 2 step count. Activate walking
oh no, when it comes to singing, i'm a great dancer !!
This will be my headline after Keep me posted! https://t.co/TuB1bGEbVd
"Teacher Demands Progress Toward Mastery, not Grades. Kids Cheer. Parents Confused. Learning Happens. World Changes."
Smooth sailing from here on for Ellen ->
What's the deal with ? Could somebody fill me in, because I'd like to know!
#2259 The task of the modern educator is not to cut down jungles, but to irrigate deserts. — C. S. Lewis
https://t.co/IKcUKwWsZB
Nope... only partially here. I'm waiting for my brain to arrive.
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واتامل المحزون عندما يصبح بلاغة العاشق .
أسْتَغفِرُ اللهَ العَظِيمَ الَّذِي لاَ إلَهَ إلاَّ هُوَ الحَيُّ القَيُّومُ ، وَأتُوبُ إلَيهِ
Good morning 😄 Caiti from Canada 🇨🇦 ready to greet the day and see my kiddos again 🤗
So far, I think my class's headline would be "Quiet as a Mouse: How Grade 4/5's worked yesterday." Such hard workers 👍🏻
Don't Just Think Outside the Box; . Cr8ive Thinkers Made Here w/Design Thinking & PBL. https://t.co/HIUxIi6WjA
G'morning friends! Today's topic: "If you were going to write a 1-pager about your school/class what headlines would be included?"
Also, "Students collaborate to find the answers" during our team teaching block! 👍🏻
G'morning pals! Today's topic: "If you were going to write a 1-pager about your school/class what headlines would be included?"
Good morning ! Tracy from MA ready to rock day 2 w/ Ss.
I know it makes for a long day but tonight at 930 is the 1st of a 7 week chat on my book Instant Relevance! https://t.co/FZsMOurwMc
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My headline might be: Teachers Encouraged to Innovate, Kids Engaged!
THIS! This is a great intro to our story! https://t.co/EbJ4wuSBsp
"Teacher Demands Progress Toward Mastery, not Grades. Kids Cheer. Parents Confused. Learning Happens. World Changes."
Good morning ! Whether it's 8th grade or KDG, the first day has always left feeling like... 💖😊 https://t.co/ypkA2QBE4u
Good morning friends. It's been a while. Steve from NJ. I shape young minds into creative game designers.
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Headline: Game Design students thrive as passion drives learning. Student choice and student voice prevail!
Headline: Feed your curiosity, problem solve and be creative here! (And maybe make stuff better)
That's what I feel like, especially these first couple of weeks!
are invited to join the 30 min book study on Instant Relevance, my new book, whether you've read it or not! https://t.co/cODIj7J1L9
If you do want to read it, it's on Amazon in paperback or Kindle here https://t.co/9agc0UCiTY Hope you can make it!
G'morning y'all! Today's topic: "If you were going to write a 1-pager about your school/class what headlines would be included?"
This just in: Teacher front loads positive relationships over front loading instruction and wins!!!
I know it makes for a long day but tonight at 930 is the 1st of a 7 week chat on my book Instant Relevance! https://t.co/jXEn032SKE
What are you to look up this girl's info and forward it to law enforcement.
are invited to join the 30 min book study on Instant Relevance, my new book, whether you've read it or not!
Morning, Jeff. Thanks for the headline-worthy reminder. I see flywheel momentum in how former greases movement of latter
Hi, . I'll throw this headline atop a class 1-pager: Embrace literacy, the original killer app.
Our HS was ranked #1 in NJ two years in a row. But balance and growth are still necessary. Scores follow.
Nice to see trending now. I'm part of the EST group.
G'morning everyone! Today's topic: "If you were going to write a 1-pager about your school/class what headlines would be included?"
are invited to join the 30 min book study on Instant Relevance, my new book, whether you've read it or not! https://t.co/oibxFemICl
Not just based on, for me, like. :D
Good morning 😄 Caiti from Canada 🇨🇦 ready to greet the day and see my kiddos again 🤗 MORE >> https://t.co/r7qzyiZ828
Also, "Students collaborate to find the answers" during our team teaching block! 👍🏻 MORE >> https://t.co/r7qzyiZ828
