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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:00 PM EDT

Welcome to the #2PencilChat! We're talking Spring! Say hey, and tell us what the weather looks like in your area.

susankotch Apr 4 @ 7:01 PM EDT

#2pencilchat Just had a thunderstorm about an hour ago, but 47 degrees. Looking for spring to come in full force before break next week!

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:00 PM EDT

Welcome to the #2PencilChat! We're talking Spring! Say hey, and tell us what the weather looks like in your area.

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:01 PM EDT

Hello, #2PencilChat, Sean in St. Augustine, FL, 3rd grade, and it's been in the low 80's until it got all rainy last night/this morning!

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:01 PM EDT

Hey Susan! Welcome! #2pencilchat

In reply to @susankotch

jcaseydesign Apr 4 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Hey! Jennifer from Jax. Beautiful now, but dark and stormy this morning! #2PencilChat

SylviaEllison Apr 4 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Sylvia, HS Writing Coach @SpotoHS Title 1 ... and it's HOT in Tampa, FL #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Hey Jennifer! My shoes are still wet! #2PencilChat

In reply to @jcaseydesign

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Hello, Ivan...foggy, chilly...waiting impatiently for something to bloom around here already in northwest NJ. #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Hi #2pencilchat it's Carl on Easter holidays Autumn weather here but a beautiful 23C

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Hiya #2pencilchat I actually got the time right -we moved to AEST and I got it right wooot! Jo coming at you from 9am Wednesday!

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Hey Sylvia! I know, right? Now begins the weather that I resent... #2PencilChat

In reply to @SylviaEllison

MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Good evening #2PencilChat friends! Todd from NY, HS assistant principal. We are in the wind zone again! But at least it's warmer...52🤣

SylviaEllison Apr 4 @ 7:03 PM EDT

90 degrees today ... way too hot for April #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Hi Ivan, that sounds like my favorite weather! #2pencilchat

In reply to @WiseDad_Games

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:03 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:03 PM EDT

@MagicPantsJones Wouldn't mind if the cherry blossoms were out. :) #2PencilChat

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JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Isn't it just gorgeous? Hope you're enjoying the break Carl! #2pencilchat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:04 PM EDT

@GruntledChalkie Hey Jo & Carl! 23c sounds good to me! #2pencilchat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 What do you like to do with your Ss in spring? #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Hi Jennifer. Hope it's nice there #2pencilchat

In reply to @jcaseydesign

SylviaEllison Apr 4 @ 7:04 PM EDT

And I'm a native from Tampa ... still not liking the heat! #2PencilChat 🙂

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Hey Sylvia! I know, right? Now begins the weather that I resent... #2PencilChat
In reply to @SylviaEllison

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Also: My kinda weather! #2PencilChat

In reply to @MrRussoRH

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Foggy and rainy at the Jersey Shore! #2pencilchat

kmichellehowell Apr 4 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Hi, #2PencilChat! Michelle, Media Specialist from Daytona Beach here! Rainy today, temps about 70!

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:04 PM EDT

@ms_oneillGP204 Jersey in the house! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Hi Sarah! Welcome to the #2PencilChat!

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JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Hey @GruntledChalkie shall we read Autumn here? #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 What do you like to do with your Ss in spring? #2PencilChat

susankotch Apr 4 @ 7:05 PM EDT

where are you, Sarah? I'm in Lavallette... #2pencilchat

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MsCommins108 Apr 4 @ 7:05 PM EDT

#2pencilchat Hello from Bronwyn in beautiful CT!

ratliff_abigail Apr 4 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Hello #2PencilChat! Abigail Ratliff, Staunton VA, Kindergarten. It is an absolutely gorgeous day! Highs around 75.

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GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:05 PM EDT

My wife said I could not plant 450 plants. I took on the challenge. I think she said it on purpose. About 80 to go #2pencilchat

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cpoole27 Apr 4 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Hey #2pencilchat I'll be in and out tonight but wanted to say hello from rainy NJ today

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Definitely #2pencilchat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:05 PM EDT

What's up, pal! I'm excited for this weekend! #2PencilChat

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StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:06 PM EDT

#2pencilchat Hi everyone! I am so glad to be back here! Alana Stanton from GA. Hey @MagicPantsJones

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Oh. We expect bad weather next week #2pencilchat

In reply to @jcaseydesign

SylviaEllison Apr 4 @ 7:06 PM EDT

A1 if we had a spring 😜, I would like to go outside and read/write under the trees ... #2PencilChat ... we only get 2 seasons hot and warm

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 What do you like to do with your Ss in spring? #2PencilChat

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Hi Susan! I'm in Beach Haven West #2pencilchat

In reply to @susankotch

kmichellehowell Apr 4 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Can't wait to see you! #2PencilChat

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susankotch Apr 4 @ 7:06 PM EDT

women are very smart that way. *wink* #2PencilChat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @JoPrestia

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Hey #2PencilChat. Stacey from NJ. Happy to talk about spring... My favorite time of year.

MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Yaaassss! Well, this is our third wind "event" in a month, so please take it!🤣 #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Absolutely! I thought about you, and then I thought, Yeah, well... :) #2pencilchat

In reply to @JoPrestia, @GruntledChalkie

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:06 PM EDT

@cpoole27 Where in NJ? #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Hey Alana! Howdy! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:07 PM EDT

Stayyyyyyceeeeeeey! Howdy! #2pencilchat

In reply to @iruntech

acottos Apr 4 @ 7:07 PM EDT

Adam, 5/6 social studies, Brooklyn, Ohio! #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:07 PM EDT

#2pencilchat OK Google thinks it's 18 but my thermometer says 23

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:07 PM EDT

Another Jersey girl!!! #2pencilchat

In reply to @iruntech

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:08 PM EDT

A1 During the spring we do a pbl unit on flowers/insects.We have the ss create a butterfly garden or add to it. Love this unit! #2PencilChat

MrWawczak Apr 4 @ 7:08 PM EDT

Good evening all. John from beautiful suburban Chicago joining in. I'll be in and out but glad I could make some #2PencilChat

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:08 PM EDT

A1 When I was in the classroom I liked using the outdoor classroom, especially during writing workshop. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 What do you like to do with your Ss in spring? #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:08 PM EDT

So anyhow schools on term break but uni still on so my PSTs are doing peer Ting stuff -sooo good #2pencilchat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:08 PM EDT

Hey Adam, welcome! #2PencilChat

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susankotch Apr 4 @ 7:08 PM EDT

My husband lives for that forecast, Todd. He's a windsurfer. When the wind is up, all else takes a back seat. #2pencilchat @MrRussoRH

MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Yaaassss! Well, this is our third wind "event" in a month, so please take it!🤣 #2pencilchat
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jcaseydesign Apr 4 @ 7:08 PM EDT

A1 We have our Spring Showcase on Friday night! #2pencilchat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:09 PM EDT

OK I'm going to be a downer. Usually you can feel the heaviness of autumn with teh Ss so I try and be extra bright and cheerful #2pencilchat

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:09 PM EDT

Not so rainy inland. Though it did rain on and off today. #2pencilchat

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cpoole27 Apr 4 @ 7:09 PM EDT

A1: I like to do a 'Ss Spring Cleaning' week where students choose concepts we've lrnd, and their groups teach each day #2pencilchat

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:09 PM EDT

Anyone else remember when the Weather Channel used to do actual meteorology? With good maps ? #2PencilChat

MsCommins108 Apr 4 @ 7:09 PM EDT

#2pencilchat Rainy all day in CT, but tomorrow is a new day, and the sun will be here again!

ZapEdu Apr 4 @ 7:09 PM EDT

A1: Get outside! Best time for earth science and botany lessons, get our hands dirty, have lessons outside #2PencilChat

susankotch Apr 4 @ 7:09 PM EDT

Get. Outside. #2pencilchat Great place to write uses senses (The wind feels like, the sun feels like, the birds sound like....)

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 What do you like to do with your Ss in spring? #2PencilChat

cpoole27 Apr 4 @ 7:09 PM EDT

I'm in central NJ how about you Ivan? #2pencilchat

In reply to @WiseDad_Games

AssignmentHelpN Apr 4 @ 7:10 PM EDT

#2PencilChat #ECET2ARChat #edchat #reflectiveteacher A Beginner’s Guide on How to Make Mind Maps https://t.co/HMbTauQCs5

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:10 PM EDT

This is amazing Carl! #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:05 PM EDT

My wife said I could not plant 450 plants. I took on the challenge. I think she said it on purpose. About 80 to go #2pencilchat
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WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:10 PM EDT

@cpoole27 NW NJ...Morris County #2PencilChat

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kmichellehowell Apr 4 @ 7:10 PM EDT

A1. Poetry, outside stuff. #2PencilChat

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:10 PM EDT

Hey Sean. How's the weather in Florida? #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:10 PM EDT

A1: we order those monarch larva and do an entire unit crossing all subjects !!! #2PencilChat

MrWawczak Apr 4 @ 7:10 PM EDT

A1: Excited bc our new Science curriculum will be taking us outdoors a lot. #2PencilChat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:10 PM EDT

We will be doing this too. I love that we can now do it as a class! #2PencilChat

cpoole27 Apr 4 @ 7:09 PM EDT

A1: I like to do a 'Ss Spring Cleaning' week where students choose concepts we've lrnd, and their groups teach each day #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:10 PM EDT

A1 We're usually on energy in science at this time of year, so lots of talk about the sun and its influence. #2PencilChat

MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:10 PM EDT

A1:when I taught, Ss BEGGED to go https://t.co/JMLxAoJzBv I taught at had small garden area-helped as Ss were ready to get out. #2PencilChat

MrWawczak Apr 4 @ 7:10 PM EDT

A1: Excited to take any lessons we can outdoors on beautiful spring days #2PencilChat

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:11 PM EDT

Loved teaching poetry in April, if I wasn't behind. #2pencilchat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:11 PM EDT

Sarah we do this in a few weeks as well (kin). I love the conversation that comes out of it. Next year my goal is tadpoles too! #2PencilChat

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:10 PM EDT

A1: we order those monarch larva and do an entire unit crossing all subjects !!! #2PencilChat

susankotch Apr 4 @ 7:11 PM EDT

I think that was back when MTV played music videos. #2pencilchat #IwantmyMTV @WiseDad_Games

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:09 PM EDT

Anyone else remember when the Weather Channel used to do actual meteorology? With good maps ? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:11 PM EDT

Rainy today, but in general, too warm for me! Mid-upper 80's, and hot in the sun at recess! #2PencilChat

In reply to @iruntech

acottos Apr 4 @ 7:11 PM EDT

A1: I plan on taking Ss outside more! Want them to explore their environment and their growth together. #2PencilChat

MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:11 PM EDT

Hahaha! We have had 3 high wind warnings since March 1- I think I will send the rest to him!🤣 #2PencilChat

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GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:11 PM EDT

Yep I have blisters on my hands and even a bruised butt from sliding along the hill I am planting #2pencilchat

mrterborg Apr 4 @ 7:07 PM EDT

I would have agreed with her if I were in your shoes ...
In reply to @susankotch, @GruntledChalkie, @JoPrestia

cpoole27 Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT

awesome Alana! The students really love it #2PencilChat

In reply to @StantonAlana

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Come on down! #2pencilchat

In reply to @iruntech

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT

@susankotch Good one! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q2 from Student Andrew R: How do you use the season to keep your classroom fun for your students? #2PencilChat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Spring is the best for the ss. New growth and change. The kids just feel so happy! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:11 PM EDT

Rainy today, but in general, too warm for me! Mid-upper 80's, and hot in the sun at recess! #2PencilChat
In reply to @iruntech

MsCommins108 Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT

#2pencilchat Have been cleaning muddy dog prints off the kitchen floor all day. Wouldn't have it any other way.

jcaseydesign Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Ooh! Like that. Reminds me that I'm planning a #studentedcamp for May! https://t.co/gW3t35VuVd #2pencilchat

In reply to @cpoole27

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Definitely my kind of weather. #2pencilchat

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susankotch Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT

love that! #2pencilchat The best is the day they get to be released!

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Oh gosh, remember that? #2pencilchat

In reply to @susankotch, @WiseDad_Games

MrH1029 Apr 4 @ 7:13 PM EDT

A1: I enjoy getting outside and throwing the football and playing basketball with the kids at recess. #2PencilChat

cybraryman1 Apr 4 @ 7:13 PM EDT

My Poetry page https://t.co/Ivk1nPXb4k #poetrymonth #2pencilchat

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:11 PM EDT

Loved teaching poetry in April, if I wasn't behind. #2pencilchat
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acottos Apr 4 @ 7:13 PM EDT

They were expecting big gusts here in Cleveland, but I don't think it was bad! Maybe I'm just tough! #2PencilChat

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susankotch Apr 4 @ 7:13 PM EDT

sadly, yes... I'm an 80's college gal. #2pencilchat

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cpoole27 Apr 4 @ 7:13 PM EDT

so great Jennifer. Love the studentcamp idea! #2PencilChat

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SylviaEllison Apr 4 @ 7:13 PM EDT

A2 I'm TCHR a remedial course, so I'm trying to keep the focus on skills - whatever content I can find in short bursts #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q2 from Student Andrew R: How do you use the season to keep your classroom fun for your students? #2PencilChat

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:14 PM EDT

Indeed! Such a beautiful thing to witness #2PencilChat

susankotch Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT

love that! #2pencilchat The best is the day they get to be released!
In reply to @ms_oneillGP204

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:14 PM EDT

A2: Someone in my PLN did a Beach Day, complete with beach towels, beach balls with spelling words and math facts, plenty more #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:14 PM EDT

A2 A common answer for tonight: Get OUTSIDE for reading, science, whatever! #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:14 PM EDT

No. 1 Daughter in Japan -this is her view this morning #2pencilchat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:14 PM EDT

We are going to learn about Oviparous animals.We will study chicks & then have a huge Sight Word egg hunt. The kids are pumped. #2PencilChat

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:14 PM EDT

@JoPrestia Envy! #2PencilChat

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MrWawczak Apr 4 @ 7:14 PM EDT

My favorite. They even learn that an 'old' guy like me can still toss the ball pretty far, ha #2PencilChat

In reply to @MrH1029

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:14 PM EDT

Me too!!! #2PencilChat

In reply to @susankotch, @MagicPantsJones, @WiseDad_Games

acottos Apr 4 @ 7:14 PM EDT

A2: our spring break is late this year, so when we get back from break it'll be time outside and spring cleaning! #2PencilChat

SylviaEllison Apr 4 @ 7:15 PM EDT

I want to do one of these next year! #2PencilChat Talking with RDG coach regarding club days as @StudentEdcamp times

jcaseydesign Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Ooh! Like that. Reminds me that I'm planning a #studentedcamp for May! https://t.co/gW3t35VuVd #2pencilchat
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kmichellehowell Apr 4 @ 7:15 PM EDT

Gorgeous! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:15 PM EDT

Beautiful! #2PencilChat

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iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2 Spring is for extra recess. A time when I would go out and play...swings, monkey bars, hopskotch...#2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q2 from Student Andrew R: How do you use the season to keep your classroom fun for your students? #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:15 PM EDT

That hill is what Im planting. Putting in native grasses Never eant to mow it again. #2PencilChat

jcaseydesign Apr 4 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2 Put up new stuff around the classroom. Start the last big exciting project before they get endvof the year squirmy. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:16 PM EDT

YES. #2pencilchat

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A2 Spring is for extra recess. A time when I would go out and play...swings, monkey bars, hopskotch...#2pencilchat
- MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT
  
  Q2 from Student Andrew R: How do you use the season to keep your classroom fun for your students? #2PencilChat

MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A1.2:forensics class has unit where they leave rotisserie chix outside in wire cage. Study decomposition, etc.They love it! #2PencilChat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:16 PM EDT

This is wonderful that you PLAY with your students. This is rare! Amazing edu here <--------- #2PencilChat

MrWawczak Apr 4 @ 7:14 PM EDT

My favorite. They even learn that an 'old' guy like me can still toss the ball pretty far, ha #2PencilChat
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JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A2 classrooms should always be fun not just in spring #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:16 PM EDT

That's understandable! #2pencilchat

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MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:16 PM EDT

Yes! I like to think we are too, but the last one knocked out our power for 4 days...😳😱😭 #2PencilChat

In reply to @acottos, @susankotch

jcaseydesign Apr 4 @ 7:17 PM EDT

The review is so important. Might have my Ss make their own Kahoots for review. #2pencilchat

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GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:17 PM EDT

A2 Well the night sky gets pretty clear so I like to get students looking for constellationsa nd then we talk about it a school #2pencilchat

kmichellehowell Apr 4 @ 7:17 PM EDT

A2. Plant stuff. I know that the growing season in FL is almost year round, but growing things is huge, esp. w/the littles! #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Apr 4 @ 7:17 PM EDT

A2 like Black Friday? Like taco Tuesday? #2PencilChat

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WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:17 PM EDT

@MrWawczak Best way to build relationship with S's...play with them! #2PencilChat

In reply to @MrWawczak, @MrH1029, @MrWawczak

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:17 PM EDT

We save plants and flowers for spring and also head to the beach for tide pool investigation! #2pencilchat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:17 PM EDT

A2 What I love about spring is I can risk to try new things for the next year. I can practice things to see if it works #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:18 PM EDT

Strontium. Do Strontium #2pencilchat

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susankotch Apr 4 @ 7:18 PM EDT

New air system in our school, we aren't allowed to open windows. We just stand at them and look outside and drool on nice days. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:18 PM EDT

Taco Tuesday should be a national mandate. #2PencilChat

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iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:18 PM EDT

That's so cool. How far are you from the beach? Where do you teach? #2pencilchat

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nathan_stevens Apr 4 @ 7:18 PM EDT

Totally agree #2PencilChat

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ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:18 PM EDT

I'd love that!!! So neat! #2PencilChat

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WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:19 PM EDT

@nathan_stevens I've had a taco question percolating:when did Taco Bell stop being halfway decent? There is a clear demarcation #2PencilChat

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StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:19 PM EDT

We have windows but they don't open. I have found window markers are fun to write words or sentences. They get to look out too. #2PencilChat

susankotch Apr 4 @ 7:18 PM EDT

New air system in our school, we aren't allowed to open windows. We just stand at them and look outside and drool on nice days. #2PencilChat

MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:19 PM EDT

A2:always did simple things...like open the windows, stop & listen to thunderstorms, realize that Ss might be a bit "feverish" #2PencilChat

MrWawczak Apr 4 @ 7:19 PM EDT

Thank you for the kind words. My favorite part of the day! #2PencilChat

In reply to @StantonAlana

nathan_stevens Apr 4 @ 7:19 PM EDT

When they started trying to be KFC #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:19 PM EDT

I don't know, while I prefer 'real' taco shops, I do like the Spicy Potato Taco on the Dollar Menu at @tacobell.... #2PencilChat

In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @nathan_stevens, @tacobell

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Kathy from Ct joining late #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q3 wants you to take it outside! (the learning, that is...) #2PencilChat

MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:20 PM EDT

They do enjoy it...although it does get a bit stinky!🤣 #2PencilChat

In reply to @ms_oneillGP204

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Are you kinder too? This is also our units!!! We do plants, insects, and oceans last #2PencilChat

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:17 PM EDT

We save plants and flowers for spring and also head to the beach for tide pool investigation! #2pencilchat

MrWawczak Apr 4 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Well maybe not basketball for me, ha. But I can hold my own on the soccer field and am deceptively fast during tag #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Hi Kathy! Glad you're here! #2pencilchat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:20 PM EDT

When @ChipotleTweets and @pancheros and @SurfTaco took over. #2pencilchat

In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @nathan_stevens, @MagicPantsJones, @ChipotleTweets, @pancheros, @SurfTaco

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Yea Kathy!!!! #2PencilChat

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Kathy from Ct joining late #2PencilChat

MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

I will pass that on Carl! Thanks! #2PencilChat

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kmichellehowell Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Hey Kathy! #2PencilChat

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ratliff_abigail Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Q2: In Kinder, we incorporate lots of spring-themed fiction and nonfiction books for read alouds! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q2 from Student Andrew R: How do you use the season to keep your classroom fun for your students? #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3 scavenger hunt which we did today #2PencilChat

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susankotch Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

you need to try "Surf Taco" - a Jersey thing, I guess. #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @WiseDad_Games, @nathan_stevens, @tacobell

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3: Best place for real-world science! #2PencilChat

srhulsman Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3: We're recognizing Earth Day at @CitrusGrovevcs and classes are encouraged to head outside to enjoy Mother Nature! #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3. Mark out a 1m by 1m area and see what eveidence of life is there #2pencilchat

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Me too! Thanks! #2PencilChat

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MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Indeed! They find all sorts of cool things! #2PencilChat

In reply to @StantonAlana

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

All of my favorites are local: A1A Burrito Works, Mojo's Tacos, and Cantina Louie. #2pencilchat

In reply to @iruntech, @WiseDad_Games, @nathan_stevens, @ChipotleTweets, @pancheros, @SurfTaco

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3 My old elementary school had an outdoor classroom. We would be out there ALL. THE. TIME. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q3 wants you to take it outside! (the learning, that is...) #2PencilChat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3 Chalk!!! I love using chalk for everything in this weather. Sight words, measurement w/shadows, math, etc #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q3 wants you to take it outside! (the learning, that is...) #2PencilChat

SylviaEllison Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3 It's so hot here ... the best I could hope for is the school patio ... My kids could handle it ... too hot for me though #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q3 wants you to take it outside! (the learning, that is...) #2PencilChat

_SeanFry Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3 conducting museum walks of student work outside - conducting experiments outside - independent reading outside #2PencilChat

_SeanFry Apr 4 @ 7:22 PM EDT

Hi all - Sean from NJ jumping in #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:22 PM EDT

Strontium has the most amazing orange colours #2pencilchat

In reply to @MrRussoRH

acottos Apr 4 @ 7:22 PM EDT

A3: I want to paint a world and US map on the parking lot and have students explore the world interactively! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:22 PM EDT

Hey Sean! -Sean #2PencilChat

In reply to @_SeanFry

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:22 PM EDT

The original Breakout Edu! #2pencilchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MagicPantsJones

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:23 PM EDT

and Sushi Saturday -or even Sunday :) #2pencilchat

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StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:23 PM EDT

I love this! What subject did you do this with? Would love to get ideas for next week #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3 scavenger hunt which we did today #2PencilChat
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kmichellehowell Apr 4 @ 7:23 PM EDT

A3. Solar ovens--to make smores! Find out what colors bugs are attracted to. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:23 PM EDT

A3 I like having my students read outside, and then having my mom and dad bring their Collie to read with the kids! #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Apr 4 @ 7:23 PM EDT

What is breakoutedu? We like to leave the room not be trapped #2PencilChat

In reply to @iruntech, @MagicPantsJones

nathan_stevens Apr 4 @ 7:24 PM EDT

We did it with K-5 elementary group. Tied it to women's history #2PencilChat

In reply to @StantonAlana

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:24 PM EDT

Oh yes I love using chalk to draw great big outlines -usually animals & have Ss mosaic them using coloured chalks -the BEST! #2pencilchat

In reply to @StantonAlana

MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:24 PM EDT

A3:previously mentioned "forensic chix", Woods classes begin work on custom shed that they sell, a simple walk is amazing too! #2PencilChat

ZapEdu Apr 4 @ 7:24 PM EDT

A3: We end the day with silent reading outside, on Friday we end the day by writing in our journals reflecting on the week #2PencilChat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:24 PM EDT

Oh my goodness...this is awesome. To have your parents come in and your dog. I know all three parties love this #2PencilChat Impactful!

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:23 PM EDT

A3 I like having my students read outside, and then having my mom and dad bring their Collie to read with the kids! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:25 PM EDT

We need to schedule that for this spring before it gets too hot. :) #2pencilchat

In reply to @StantonAlana

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:25 PM EDT

I made a solar BBQ once. We cooked a sausage and it cooked but never got hot #2pencilchat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:26 PM EDT

Can I bring the alpacas #2pencilchat

In reply to @StantonAlana

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:26 PM EDT

What time is it? I know I am late. #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:26 PM EDT

my pleasure :) #2pencilchat

In reply to @StantonAlana

MrH1029 Apr 4 @ 7:26 PM EDT

A3: Field trips to Civil War battle fields. We are in the heart of them here in Virginia. #2PencilChat

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:26 PM EDT

7.26 #2pencilchat

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StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:26 PM EDT

No but I will need to get this! Thank you Francine! #2PencilChat

fhewett_reads Apr 4 @ 7:21 PM EDT

I loved studying oviparous animals w/my Ss. Do you know the classic book Chickens Aren't The Only Ones by Ruth Heller?
In reply to @StantonAlana

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:27 PM EDT

It's Dene O'Clock! #2pencilchat

In reply to @dene_gainey

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:27 PM EDT

Only if you stop by Ct on your way! #2PencilChat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @StantonAlana

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:27 PM EDT

9:27 in the morning #2pencilchat

In reply to @dene_gainey

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:27 PM EDT

ah yes but pic taken in Japan -does that change your mind? #2pencilchat

In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @MagicPantsJones, @nathan_stevens

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:27 PM EDT

Oh Lord. lol I kind of like that though. #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:27 PM EDT

YEAHHH! Dene #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:27 PM EDT

It's Dene O'Clock! #2pencilchat
In reply to @dene_gainey

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:27 PM EDT

I can't tell if you are being serious... #2pencilchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MagicPantsJones

ratliff_abigail Apr 4 @ 7:27 PM EDT

A3: Two of my favorites are tracing shadows on the playground and nature walks to accompany our plants unit! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q3 wants you to take it outside! (the learning, that is...) #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Q4 How do you keep your kids on track when they've got a little too much spring fever? #2PencilChat

jcaseydesign Apr 4 @ 7:28 PM EDT

A3 We plan a water day each year with a water slide, "sprayer" fights, popcorn and popsicles! 💦 #2pencilchat

ScienceWildcats Apr 4 @ 7:28 PM EDT

A3: 😍😍😍😍 I love outdoor teaching! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q3 wants you to take it outside! (the learning, that is...) #2PencilChat

ChristinaMLuce Apr 4 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Also saw great benefits when @joliverNPE had her dog come in. Love to seize the opportunity to take the learning outdoors too! #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @joliverNPE

nathan_stevens Apr 4 @ 7:28 PM EDT

I am messing around. I have 3 sets. #2PencilChat

In reply to @iruntech, @MagicPantsJones

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:28 PM EDT

I'm having enough trouble trying to get my daughter into the country at the moment. Not sure I could cope with alpaca paperwork #2pencilchat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki, @StantonAlana

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:28 PM EDT

A3: I like nature poetry writing. #2PencilChat

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:28 PM EDT

A4: Gotta get them moving; brain-breaks for sure. #2PencilChat

susankotch Apr 4 @ 7:29 PM EDT

Is she excited about her upcoming adventure? #2pencilchat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @kathyiwanicki, @StantonAlana

llschool1 Apr 4 @ 7:29 PM EDT

I'm late but here. Laurie from FL #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A4 Shorter work and break times. Small goals, small wins! #2pencilchat

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A3.1 I also like to focus on sensory details while at the park. What do you see, hear, smell, feel and/or take? #2PencilChat

ScienceWildcats Apr 4 @ 7:29 PM EDT

Valerie checking in late! #2PencilChat

kmichellehowell Apr 4 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A4. Arrange for extra play time outside! #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A4. You need to plan your day around the weather. If it's windy do active things. I map out week and slot accordingly #2pencilchat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A4 We run with it.In the spring I do more outside activities & I do more hooks then normal. PBL and Stem helps. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:29 PM EDT

Hey L-Boogie! #2pencilchat

In reply to @llschool1

room46 Apr 4 @ 7:29 PM EDT

zearn - online math https://t.co/MoXzwVrGIX #k12math #edchat #math #k12math #2PencilChat

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:29 PM EDT

More brain breaks and more mindfulness #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Q4 How do you keep your kids on track when they've got a little too much spring fever? #2PencilChat

acottos Apr 4 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A4: open the windows...pull the blinds up for natural light...and dance parties! Ss need movement! #2pencilchat

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:29 PM EDT

Thought you might :) #2pencilchat

In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @MagicPantsJones, @nathan_stevens

SylviaEllison Apr 4 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A4 positive accountability... measure mastery not compliance #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Q4 How do you keep your kids on track when they've got a little too much spring fever? #2PencilChat

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:30 PM EDT

When I first started Ting I'd let my Ss go for a "jog" before snack. They loved it. Constant breaks and time outside are key. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Q4 How do you keep your kids on track when they've got a little too much spring fever? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:30 PM EDT

Hi Valerie! Glad to have you. :) #2PencilChat

In reply to @ScienceWildcats

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:30 PM EDT

Yes more brain boosts for sure! @SchleiderJustin #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A4 Shorter work and break times. Small goals, small wins! #2pencilchat

susankotch Apr 4 @ 7:30 PM EDT

I'm coming to your classroom! #2PencilChat

In reply to @acottos

_SeanFry Apr 4 @ 7:30 PM EDT

A4 reinvigorate the classroom with exciting lessons - authentic PBL to apply skills - raise your own level of excitement #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:30 PM EDT

Actually she's working 6 days a week to pay for it and just found out she'll miss a music festival with her friends but yes #2pencilchat

In reply to @susankotch, @kathyiwanicki, @StantonAlana

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:30 PM EDT

It's been a while since I've been here, but that's what I thought! #2pencilchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MagicPantsJones

ScienceWildcats Apr 4 @ 7:30 PM EDT

A4: Sometimes it's the TEACHERS that need to do the adjusting. We know the kiddos are adjusting, just deal.... #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Q4 How do you keep your kids on track when they've got a little too much spring fever? #2PencilChat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:30 PM EDT

You know I saw @Aroberts04 do this in our car pool parking lot which closes after the bell. I am going to do this Stacey! #2PencilChat

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:30 PM EDT
When I first started Ting I'd let my Ss go for a "jog" before snack. They loved it. Constant breaks and time outside are key. #2pencilchat
- MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:28 PM EDT
  
  Q4 How do you keep your kids on track when they've got a little too much spring fever? #2PencilChat

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:30 PM EDT

A2: Well..Spring Showers bring May flowers. Let's talk rain. #2PencilChat hahah

acottos Apr 4 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Always ready to welcome guests!! My classroom is their classroom and your classroom! #2PencilChat

In reply to @susankotch

KThomasCES Apr 4 @ 7:31 PM EDT

A3 We have an awesome outdoor classroom that is perfect for taking lessons outside plus solar oven experiments are great too. #2PencilChat

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:31 PM EDT

A2.2 But seriously I like to get springy...I honestly have incorporated more movement into the classroom as of lately. #2PencilChat

SylviaEllison Apr 4 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Love chunking the lesson into smaller parts ... brain breaks 💜 #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A4 Shorter work and break times. Small goals, small wins! #2pencilchat

BrookinsBits Apr 4 @ 7:31 PM EDT

A4 already? What time does #2pencilchat start?

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:31 PM EDT

More #geniushour #2PencilChat

MrH1029 Apr 4 @ 7:31 PM EDT

A4: Our staff does an excellent job of keeping our students moving in the classroom. Keeps the students active and engaged. #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Do it! #2pencilchat

In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @MagicPantsJones, @nathan_stevens

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:31 PM EDT

I want a solar oven! #2pencilchat

In reply to @KThomasCES

MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:31 PM EDT

A4:plan for it...listen to the rain and thunder, take a break and watch the storm, realize Ss may be preoccupied...be flexible. #2PencilChat

llschool1 Apr 4 @ 7:31 PM EDT

A4 They like to write about outdoor games. #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Oh yes and when I meant trouble I mean paperwork trouble. Moving original docs back and forth and they take 8 days by FedEx #2pencilchat

In reply to @susankotch, @kathyiwanicki, @StantonAlana

jcaseydesign Apr 4 @ 7:32 PM EDT

Gotta go! Dinner is ready. Bummed to miss the last half, but also really hungry 😋 Thanks for the great chat, as always!! #2pencilchat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:32 PM EDT

I have to say it....Amen! We have to change to meet them where they are. That is what great teachers do @ScienceWildcats #2PencilChat

ScienceWildcats Apr 4 @ 7:30 PM EDT
A4: Sometimes it's the TEACHERS that need to do the adjusting. We know the kiddos are adjusting, just deal.... #2PencilChat
- MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:28 PM EDT
  
  Q4 How do you keep your kids on track when they've got a little too much spring fever? #2PencilChat

BrookinsBits Apr 4 @ 7:32 PM EDT

Shoot. Late again lol #2pencilchat

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:32 PM EDT

Bon appetite! #2pencilchat

In reply to @jcaseydesign

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:32 PM EDT

7 o'clock! https://t.co/sh9PFKcYC5 #2pencilchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:33 PM EDT

Have fun! Spring makes me miss my Ss. #2pencilchat

In reply to @StantonAlana, @Aroberts04

ScienceWildcats Apr 4 @ 7:33 PM EDT

A4: I LOVE wild animals and sometimes I think of my kiddos as that (😂). Adults need 2 let nature take its course sometimes too. #2PencilChat

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:33 PM EDT

A1: Focus on Poetry. Focus on Memoir. Focus on Drama (They are so into it!). Also hit analogies, kind of a Spring thing to me. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:33 PM EDT

Enjoy, Jen! Thanks for coming! #2PencilChat

In reply to @jcaseydesign

llschool1 Apr 4 @ 7:33 PM EDT

A4 We had a mini golf tournament @ABCyaGames #2PencilChat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:33 PM EDT

A4 Go noodle is great!I also love our wonderwalk each day which is outside field time.They create, play,and explore after lunch #2PencilChat

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:33 PM EDT

@llschool1 How'd you set it up? #2PencilChat

In reply to @llschool1, @ABCyaGames, @llschool1

BrookinsBits Apr 4 @ 7:34 PM EDT

Drats! I could have SWORN I was gonna be on time tonight! #2pencilchat I'll watch :)

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:34 PM EDT

Glad you made it! #2PencilChat We will take it!

BrookinsBits Apr 4 @ 7:34 PM EDT

Drats! I could have SWORN I was gonna be on time tonight! #2pencilchat I'll watch :)
In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:34 PM EDT

Lisa, you know I'm glad to have you whenever we can! #2PencilChat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

ScienceWildcats Apr 4 @ 7:34 PM EDT

YES! They're just kids! Our purpose, as the adults, is to be the guidance, not ask them to guide us. #2PencilChat

In reply to @StantonAlana

UnwearyWorld Apr 4 @ 7:35 PM EDT

When nothing funny on Twitter is trending.. #2PencilChat #BerthaBreakthrough = yawnsauce

BrookinsBits Apr 4 @ 7:35 PM EDT

awww danke! You're too kind :) #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

llschool1 Apr 4 @ 7:35 PM EDT

Nature walk sounds good. Sink and float lessons outside. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Q5 Does your state conspire to stressify the season of regrowth? How do you keep spirits up through the testing madness? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Gosh, me too! One day. #2PencilChat

In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @JoPrestia, @nathan_stevens

BrookinsBits Apr 4 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Thanks! Looks like a good, active convo! #2pencilchat

In reply to @StantonAlana

nathan_stevens Apr 4 @ 7:36 PM EDT

More awesome projects. Larger scale projects #2PencilChat

In reply to @ScienceWildcats

ZapEdu Apr 4 @ 7:37 PM EDT

A5: We remember our mindfulness lessons that we've learned throughout the year. Learning to breathe, focus on the process #2PencilChat

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:37 PM EDT

A5 Struggling with this one. We return from Spring Break and immediately start testing. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Q5 Does your state conspire to stressify the season of regrowth? How do you keep spirits up through the testing madness? #2PencilChat

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:37 PM EDT

Sorry had a phone call! A4: little brain breaks throughout the day help with that spring fever!#2PencilChat

kmichellehowell Apr 4 @ 7:37 PM EDT

A5. Keep a positive attitude around the babies when they are testing. They need the love! #2PencilChat

SylviaEllison Apr 4 @ 7:37 PM EDT

A5 I focus on the positive - spin master ... show them what you know 🙂 #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Q5 Does your state conspire to stressify the season of regrowth? How do you keep spirits up through the testing madness? #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:37 PM EDT

Q5... Same here we do them in Autumn #2pencilchat

susankotch Apr 4 @ 7:37 PM EDT

same here. Sad, right? #2PencilChat

In reply to @iruntech

ScienceWildcats Apr 4 @ 7:37 PM EDT

A: I try to build confidence all year long so that when ANYTHING comes, the kiddos KNOW they're prepared to overcome. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Q5 Does your state conspire to stressify the season of regrowth? How do you keep spirits up through the testing madness? #2PencilChat

_SeanFry Apr 4 @ 7:37 PM EDT

A5 just letting Ss know they are prepared and not acting like it's anything unusual - communicating with Ps to send pos message #2PencilChat

BrookinsBits Apr 4 @ 7:38 PM EDT

Ditto. We're out next week, start testing the Tuesday we get back. Have been "practicing" our testing for 2 wks now #2pencilchat

In reply to @iruntech

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:38 PM EDT

Bring them!!!! Our class loved you as our PLN of the week. We were blessed! #2PencilChat I am near Atlanta!!! Always welcome

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:26 PM EDT

Can I bring the alpacas #2pencilchat
In reply to @StantonAlana

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:38 PM EDT

grrrrrr don't miss NAPLAN #2pencilchat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

acottos Apr 4 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A5: build stronger relationships and let Ss decide the topics to learn about post testing! Make the subject all theirs!! #2pencilchat

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A5: I try to laugh and integrate things that are FUN but incorporate learning to some degree #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A5 I try to teach the strategies of smart thinkers, not just smart testers. Those skills are good for everyone. #2PencilChat

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:39 PM EDT

Very! Testing started in my district 2 wks ago, both MSs test when we get back, then 4-5 and third grades. #2pencilchat

In reply to @susankotch

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:39 PM EDT

A5: I do yoga with my kiddos before testing! Gets us all centered! #2PencilChat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:39 PM EDT

A5 We continue to work with our PBL units. I am kinder, so no testing, but we go day by day until the last day. #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:39 PM EDT

A4?) The 3 days of NAPLAN ( standardised tests) we spend the afternoons either doing Art or Staff Student soccer match #2pencilchat

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:39 PM EDT

We talk a lot about grit and mindset and best effort. #2PencilChat

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:39 PM EDT

What a wonderful idea! #2PencilChat

In reply to @acottos

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:39 PM EDT

Same here. But Ts are taking it easy once testing is over for the day. #2pencilchat

BrookinsBits Apr 4 @ 7:38 PM EDT

Ditto. We're out next week, start testing the Tuesday we get back. Have been "practicing" our testing for 2 wks now #2pencilchat
In reply to @iruntech

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:40 PM EDT

always teach smart #2pencilchat learning to learn gets them through the tests

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

mjolinor Apr 4 @ 7:40 PM EDT

#2PencilChat Long live the Palomino Blackwing 602!

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:40 PM EDT

A4: Classcraft keeps them on their toes for sure. I also like to do the spontaneous to reinforce motivation and enthusiasm #2PencilChat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:40 PM EDT

Laughing with them is huge. They need to see us as people. They need to see we enjoy them #2PencilChat

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A5: I try to laugh and integrate things that are FUN but incorporate learning to some degree #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:40 PM EDT

I had to administer NAPLAN for 4 years. I was teh most unpopular person on staff and the paperwork!!!! #2pencilchat

In reply to @JoPrestia

llschool1 Apr 4 @ 7:40 PM EDT

We played online they sent 9 hole score to me in @Seesaw @WiseDad_Games #2PencilChat

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:33 PM EDT

@llschool1 How'd you set it up? #2PencilChat
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nathan_stevens Apr 4 @ 7:40 PM EDT

A5 other than get rid of test? More awesome projects that allow for deeper learning and personalized 4 the student #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:40 PM EDT

And also about how they are more than a number #2PencilChat

kmichellehowell Apr 4 @ 7:40 PM EDT

I need to really start using that! #2PencilChat

In reply to @dene_gainey

MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:40 PM EDT

A5: HS Ss in NY have Regents exams to pass for graduation.Ss knew that class prepared them well, the test was a formality! #2PencilChat

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:40 PM EDT

I purposely try to incorporate it, even if I am making myself look foolish sometimes. #2PencilChat So freeing!

In reply to @StantonAlana

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:40 PM EDT

This I bet makes them score higher bc the stress is removed. #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:39 PM EDT

A4?) The 3 days of NAPLAN ( standardised tests) we spend the afternoons either doing Art or Staff Student soccer match #2pencilchat

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:41 PM EDT

Grit! That four letter word!! We stress grit too! #2PencilChat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:41 PM EDT

See I got confused thatw as A5) #2pencilchat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:39 PM EDT

A4?) The 3 days of NAPLAN ( standardised tests) we spend the afternoons either doing Art or Staff Student soccer match #2pencilchat

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:41 PM EDT

Me tooooo for lots of years and for lots of Ss - hated it #2pencilchat I'll never get that time back

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

BrookinsBits Apr 4 @ 7:41 PM EDT

I think our Ts are, also. We're starting to do hands on activities, which the Ss LOVE #2pencilchat

In reply to @iruntech

nathan_stevens Apr 4 @ 7:41 PM EDT

A5 dress like ninjas #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:41 PM EDT

Looking foolish for your students is powerful. #2PencilChat

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:40 PM EDT

I purposely try to incorporate it, even if I am making myself look foolish sometimes. #2PencilChat So freeing!
In reply to @StantonAlana

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:42 PM EDT

No the students never score higher as the soccer referee is a teacher and we cheat Oh you meant the tests.. right #2pencilchat

In reply to @StantonAlana

kmichellehowell Apr 4 @ 7:42 PM EDT

I'm in! Let's do this! #2PencilChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:42 PM EDT

3rd for me! #2pencilchat

In reply to @Mwren13, @dene_gainey

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:42 PM EDT

Anyone read fish in a tree @LynMullalyHunt has a contest going on. Would be good to do after testing #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:42 PM EDT

I was always scared I would lose a paper. #2pencilchat

In reply to @JoPrestia

ScienceWildcats Apr 4 @ 7:42 PM EDT

A5: Admittedly...I cheat a bit too...I've spent sooooooo many years as a Test Prep tutor. I can help ANY kid pass ANY test lol #2PencilChat

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:42 PM EDT

Loved that book! Worthy of a re-read! #2pencilchat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki, @LynMullalyHunt

Mwren13 Apr 4 @ 7:43 PM EDT

Does it work in a non 1:1 setting? #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @dene_gainey

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:43 PM EDT

Something I do very well. Not to. Rag or anything. Lol #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Looking foolish for your students is powerful. #2PencilChat
- dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:40 PM EDT
  
  I purposely try to incorporate it, even if I am making myself look foolish sometimes. #2PencilChat So freeing!
  In reply to @StantonAlana

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:43 PM EDT

I would not turn back! :) #2PencilChat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:43 PM EDT

Might be time for @breakoutEDU #2pencilchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits, @breakoutEDU

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:43 PM EDT

My flexible seating definitely takes the stress away! Who wouldn't want to test on a couch or in a pool?!#2PencilChat

phhscience Apr 4 @ 7:43 PM EDT

A5 It's really hard next week we have testing on Tuesday and Wednesday regular class Thurs. then off for good Friday tail spin #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:43 PM EDT

I did once -kid took it with him LOL! #2pencilchat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:43 PM EDT

Yes, the kids only need to log in occasionally. #2pencilchat

In reply to @Mwren13, @dene_gainey

ScienceWildcats Apr 4 @ 7:43 PM EDT

A5: Teaching a child good testing strategies = ANXIETY GONE! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q6 Spraaang Breaaaaak! What are (or were?) your plans? #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Yeah grit. I've been crawling in for 3 days planting these 450 shrubs #2pencilchat

In reply to @ms_oneillGP204, @kathyiwanicki

BrookinsBits Apr 4 @ 7:44 PM EDT

And what is this @breakoutEDU? #2pencilchat

In reply to @iruntech, @breakoutEDU, @breakoutEDU

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:44 PM EDT

@GruntledChalkie I trust you are in an area with no deer. #2PencilChat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @ms_oneillGP204, @kathyiwanicki, @GruntledChalkie

nathan_stevens Apr 4 @ 7:44 PM EDT

A6 What is spring break? #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

ZapEdu Apr 4 @ 7:45 PM EDT

A6: Take time for me! Really look forward to the break. Get outside on my own. Also catch up on the Netflix that I've neglected #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:45 PM EDT

My Deputy Principal would be writing out my dismissal notice if that happened. #2pencilchat

In reply to @JoPrestia

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:45 PM EDT

3 more days... #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q6 Spraaang Breaaaaak! What are (or were?) your plans? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:45 PM EDT

A6 I flew north to Chicago, and walked the city with my brother. Lots of veggie food, and a 2nd time seeing @HamiltonMusical. #2pencilchat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:45 PM EDT

A6 On spring break now with @micronmike We have done day trips, parks, and tonight smores with neighbors. Blessed to recharge #2PencilChat

SylviaEllison Apr 4 @ 7:45 PM EDT

A6 tradition = rake yard, rest, relax, repeat ... sleep in a lot ... our Spring Break was in early March #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q6 Spraaang Breaaaaak! What are (or were?) your plans? #2PencilChat

llschool1 Apr 4 @ 7:45 PM EDT

@WiseDad_Games That sounds like a great STEM activity. Ss create the holes. We get warm by playing online. We live in FL. #2PencilChat

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:42 PM EDT

I thought you played outside!
In reply to @llschool1, @Seesaw

acottos Apr 4 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A6: I'm going to a national catholic teachers conference in St. Louis! Always looking to improve for my Ss! #NCEA17 #2pencilchat

BrookinsBits Apr 4 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A6: LOL Sleeping past 5:30 AM; drinking more than 1 cup of coffee--while it's still hot.. LOL Simple pleasures #2pencilchat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:46 PM EDT

Actually there are some deer in the woods at the far end of our property but they are scared of the dogs at the house #2pencilchat

In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @ms_oneillGP204, @kathyiwanicki

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:46 PM EDT

I have to take the Ct reading survey test first. Any k-3 T with more than 5 years experience has to ugh #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:46 PM EDT

Harsh! We got it back pretty quickly LOL! Out of 750+ kids #2pencilchat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A6: I enjoyed as much nature as I could, and of course caught up on things that the year wouldn't let me. Much needed. #2PencilChat

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A6 My boys & I have opposite weeks off. I will have three days solo, one in NYC and then four days with them. Wish we had more. #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q6 Spraaang Breaaaaak! What are (or were?) your plans? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:46 PM EDT

Ha! Perfect! #2pencilchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

ScienceWildcats Apr 4 @ 7:46 PM EDT

VERY NICE!!! #2PencilChat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:46 PM EDT

Nice!!!

MissKaraE Apr 4 @ 7:47 PM EDT

Q6: Our SB was last week. I stayed home! It was great. Usually I leave- loved spending time cleaning, relaxing and regrouping! #2PencilChat

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:47 PM EDT

What a great song! #2PencilChat

In reply to @ALGravelle13, @StantonAlana

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:47 PM EDT

https://t.co/9v31MZYkh0 #2pencilchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits, @breakoutEDU

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:48 PM EDT

A6 We'll be waiving off no.2 daughter who is joining her sister in Japan next week #2pencilchat jealous!!!!

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:48 PM EDT

A6) Spring break is one where I clean up before the fire season. Lots of gardening, Which means ripping out and burning stuff #2pencilchat

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:48 PM EDT

A6: spring break! NYC with my sister then Mystic CT with my kids! #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:48 PM EDT

It's one of the few songs I can sing at karaoke... #2pencilchat

In reply to @dene_gainey, @ALGravelle13, @StantonAlana

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:48 PM EDT

Ugh. I always hated that #2PencilChat

In reply to @iruntech

ScienceWildcats Apr 4 @ 7:48 PM EDT

A6: I had an AWESOME Spring Break!!!! I met up with every old friend I've had in the last 5 years....so much fun!!! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q6 Spraaang Breaaaaak! What are (or were?) your plans? #2PencilChat

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:48 PM EDT

It's the worst. Happens about every other year. #2pencilchat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:48 PM EDT

Though not well... #2pencilchat

In reply to @dene_gainey, @ALGravelle13, @StantonAlana

MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:48 PM EDT

A6: was hoping to go to D.C. but last #weatherevent landed us in a hotel...in Rochester...so it looks like a stay-cation! 🤣 #2PencilChat

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:48 PM EDT

not sure what that 'i' is doing there LOL! #2pencilchat

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:48 PM EDT

A6 We'll be waiving off no.2 daughter who is joining her sister in Japan next week #2pencilchat jealous!!!!

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:49 PM EDT

Swap deer with wallaby and yeah, that's what would happen without the dogs #2pencilchat

In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @ms_oneillGP204, @kathyiwanicki

kmichellehowell Apr 4 @ 7:49 PM EDT

A6. Staycation. Loved going to Lake Woodruff twice--once with @dene_gainey! Gators!!! #2PencilChat

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:49 PM EDT

@JoPrestia Close as I will get for now. #2PencilChat

In reply to @JoPrestia, @JoPrestia

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:49 PM EDT

If my house did that, I'd be staying, too! #2pencilchat

In reply to @MrRussoRH

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:49 PM EDT

Yup. Ugh #2pencilchat

In reply to @iruntech

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:49 PM EDT

Yay!!!! #2PencilChat It was fun!

In reply to @kmichellehowell

ratliff_abigail Apr 4 @ 7:49 PM EDT

A6: Heading to North Carolina to visit my fiancé and his family for a few days! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q6 Spraaang Breaaaaak! What are (or were?) your plans? #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:49 PM EDT

Yeah I don't think I ever won over his confidence. I'm not on his "nice" list #2pencilchat

In reply to @JoPrestia

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:49 PM EDT

Yikes, does not sound like fun. Good luck! And take advantage of the pool! #2pencilchat

In reply to @MrRussoRH

phhscience Apr 4 @ 7:49 PM EDT

A6 On spring break this week. Just working around hte house and yard. #2pencilchat

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:51 PM EDT

Reading, time with my nieces, working out, scholarship assembly for @msiwanicki #2pencilchat

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:51 PM EDT

I wouldn't want to be on his 'nice' list - I like trouble #2pencilchat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

kmichellehowell Apr 4 @ 7:51 PM EDT

Sometimes you just gotta! #2PencilChat

In reply to @phhscience

MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:51 PM EDT

Eh, it'll be ok. We may go away for a day...but that'll be all...🙄🤣 #thankswind #2PencilChat

In reply to @iruntech

acottos Apr 4 @ 7:51 PM EDT

Thanks! This is my first major national conference! It's going to be overwhelming since I'm going alone! #NCEA17 #2PencilChat

In reply to @StantonAlana, @ChrisQuinn64, @mrsmiths56class

llschool1 Apr 4 @ 7:51 PM EDT

A6 Take a day to watch my favorite shows. 🍿🎟#2PencilChat

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:51 PM EDT

This is way testing looks like in my class... we are totally chill #2pencilchat

MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:52 PM EDT

Hahahaha! Ours may want to run away to a less windy place! #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

dene_gainey Apr 4 @ 7:52 PM EDT

I think it was Love Shack. #2PencilChat

In reply to @StantonAlana, @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:52 PM EDT

If you do it right, you can meet or make some imaginary internet friends there, and then you won't be alone! #2pencilchat

In reply to @acottos, @StantonAlana, @ChrisQuinn64, @mrsmiths56class

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:52 PM EDT

No Q7, just some big news for me personally. Even so, I don't plan any changes for the #2PencilChat!

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:52 PM EDT

Unpleasant question but what standardised tests do you do there? #2pencilchat Not my words below...

julie_haden Apr 4 @ 7:52 PM EDT

#2pencilchat @MagicPantsJones totally late tonight. Sorry!!

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:52 PM EDT

We have the FSA (Florida Standards Assessment). It used to be called the FCAT. #2pencilchat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:53 PM EDT

Hey this is true....but we are real just can't see us! So please tell us what you learn! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:52 PM EDT

If you do it right, you can meet or make some imaginary internet friends there, and then you won't be alone! #2pencilchat
In reply to @acottos, @StantonAlana, @ChrisQuinn64, @mrsmiths56class

julie_haden Apr 4 @ 7:53 PM EDT

A6 #2pencilchat our plans was a staycation. Nice to hang with family.

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q6 Spraaang Breaaaaak! What are (or were?) your plans? #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:53 PM EDT

Yeah I just like to go under the radar and blend in. But we do have feral deer and they are becoming a problem #2pencilchat

In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @ms_oneillGP204, @kathyiwanicki

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:53 PM EDT

You know I still love you! #2pencilchat

In reply to @julie_haden

BrookinsBits Apr 4 @ 7:53 PM EDT

Wow. Mic drop Congrats! #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:53 PM EDT

Wow. None of them are trying to disembowel you. #2pencilchat

In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @ms_oneillGP204, @kathyiwanicki

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:53 PM EDT

Thanks! #2pencilchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:53 PM EDT

In NJ we have PARCC, we are only one of 7 states still taking it. Ss 3rd grade -11th take the test. #2pencilchat #parcc

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

julie_haden Apr 4 @ 7:53 PM EDT

A5 #2pencilchat it's stressful for many but it is important to sharpen your saw.

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Q5 Does your state conspire to stressify the season of regrowth? How do you keep spirits up through the testing madness? #2PencilChat

SylviaEllison Apr 4 @ 7:53 PM EDT

Congratulations... I'm glad you'll still be around virtually! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:52 PM EDT

No Q7, just some big news for me personally. Even so, I don't plan any changes for the #2PencilChat!

kmichellehowell Apr 4 @ 7:53 PM EDT

That can be the best, right? No schedule, no agenda. Just relaxing with family. Nice! #2PencilChat

In reply to @julie_haden

acottos Apr 4 @ 7:54 PM EDT

Very true! I'm looking forward to making great connections! Support from awesome PLNs make it easier! Thank you all! #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @StantonAlana, @ChrisQuinn64, @mrsmiths56class

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:54 PM EDT

That is just so awesome!!! You can start in my room!! Congrats!! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:52 PM EDT

No Q7, just some big news for me personally. Even so, I don't plan any changes for the #2PencilChat!

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:54 PM EDT

So it's state based. Does everyone do it or certain year levels? #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:54 PM EDT

Thanks! Most definitely I will! #2pencilchat

In reply to @SylviaEllison

julie_haden Apr 4 @ 7:54 PM EDT

A4 #2pencilchat great question. Does anyone have a magic answer? Keep them moving!! Engage engage engage!

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Q4 How do you keep your kids on track when they've got a little too much spring fever? #2PencilChat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:54 PM EDT

Gasp....and then good for you!!! I am so proud of you. #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:55 PM EDT

They usually are #2pencilchat Until you have a dog around

In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @ms_oneillGP204, @kathyiwanicki

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:55 PM EDT

Thanks! I'm hoping I get to visit a lot of my PLN members to show off how much fun it can be to create with @Buncee! #2pencilchat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki, @Buncee

julie_haden Apr 4 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A3 #2pencilchat reading outside, science journals as nature spies and classroom discussions about anything.

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q3 wants you to take it outside! (the learning, that is...) #2PencilChat

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:55 PM EDT

Yuk. Grades 3-11. #2pencilchat

In reply to @iruntech

BrookinsBits Apr 4 @ 7:55 PM EDT

@MagicPantsJones I'm speechless. Happy for you and this opportunity, but speechless! #2pencilchat

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:55 PM EDT

CONGRATS! Not sure how 2 react to this news - but one's loss is another's gain -all the very best in your new adventure. #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:55 PM EDT

It starts in 3rd grade, and then you're doomed until you graduate. :) #2pencilchat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:55 PM EDT

Mike and I would love to be a part of this at Mulberry in Georgia!!!! #2PencilChat Please keep us in mind @micronmike

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:55 PM EDT

Thanks! I'm hoping I get to visit a lot of my PLN members to show off how much fun it can be to create with @Buncee! #2pencilchat
In reply to @kathyiwanicki, @Buncee

julie_haden Apr 4 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A2 #2pencilchat plant in the garden and talk weather. April showers bring May flowers

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q2 from Student Andrew R: How do you use the season to keep your classroom fun for your students? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:55 PM EDT

Thanks! I'm aiming to keep up the Podcasting, too! #2pencilchat

In reply to @StantonAlana

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:56 PM EDT

I need to learn more about Buncee. I have a free year that I have yet to use. #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @kathyiwanicki, @Buncee

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:56 PM EDT

Beat wishes!! #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

julie_haden Apr 4 @ 7:56 PM EDT

A1 #2pencilchat life cycles. Butterflies. Flowers. Fun stuff! Smell the air!!

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 What do you like to do with your Ss in spring? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:56 PM EDT

Thank you! I like to think I'll get to work with more students this way! #2pencilchat

In reply to @JoPrestia

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:56 PM EDT

Congrats Sean #2pencilchat Enjoy

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:56 PM EDT

Yep. and 4th and 8th (I think) take a separate science test. #2pencilchat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

WiseDad_Games Apr 4 @ 7:56 PM EDT

Weather change....thunderstorm! #2PencilChat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:56 PM EDT

I have to finish mine this spring break, but You inspired that sir. You started that movement. #bestclass and #awesomekids #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:55 PM EDT

Thanks! I'm aiming to keep up the Podcasting, too! #2pencilchat
In reply to @StantonAlana

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:57 PM EDT

Oohhh would love a free year @Buncee we were using the free part last year #2PencilChat

In reply to @iruntech, @MagicPantsJones, @Buncee, @Buncee

julie_haden Apr 4 @ 7:57 PM EDT

#2pencilchat it is nice here in Jacksonville Beach, FL. Except today we had thunderstorms.

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:00 PM EDT

Welcome to the #2PencilChat! We're talking Spring! Say hey, and tell us what the weather looks like in your area.

BrookinsBits Apr 4 @ 7:57 PM EDT

Me, too. I've looked into it, remember liking it, but can't remember what it is! #2pencilchat

In reply to @iruntech, @MagicPantsJones, @kathyiwanicki, @Buncee

MrRussoRH Apr 4 @ 7:57 PM EDT

Congratulations @MagicPantsJones ! That is wonderful news!!! You will do an amazing job- can't wait to see where you go! #2PencilChat

StantonAlana Apr 4 @ 7:57 PM EDT

Someone is about to have a HUGE impact...love it! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:56 PM EDT

Thank you! I like to think I'll get to work with more students this way! #2pencilchat
In reply to @JoPrestia

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:58 PM EDT

@MagicPantsJones I am seeing a theme of free @Buncee for all #2PencilChat participants!

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:58 PM EDT

Thanks! #2pencilchat

In reply to @ms_oneillGP204

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:58 PM EDT

We have 5 tests in 3 days. #2pencilchat Mainly numeracy and literacy.

In reply to @iruntech

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:58 PM EDT

It's a plan! #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @kathyiwanicki, @Buncee, @BrookinsBits

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:58 PM EDT

Hopefully, that's what I missed most when I came out of F/T Ting in school -The Ss! better now though #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:58 PM EDT

Right on! #2pencilchat

In reply to @StantonAlana, @micronmike

BrookinsBits Apr 4 @ 7:58 PM EDT

Looking forward to it! #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @iruntech, @kathyiwanicki, @Buncee

kmichellehowell Apr 4 @ 7:58 PM EDT

LOL!!! #2PencilChat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki, @MagicPantsJones, @Buncee

julie_haden Apr 4 @ 7:58 PM EDT

#2pencilchat I'm so incredibly excited for you. @Buncee is super lucky to have you on their team. Once a pirate always a pirate. Congrats!

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:52 PM EDT

No Q7, just some big news for me personally. Even so, I don't plan any changes for the #2PencilChat!

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:58 PM EDT

Thanks Carl! #2pencilchat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

EduGladiators Apr 4 @ 7:58 PM EDT

💯Let's talk gifted! #EduGladiators takes a deeper dive: Accelerated Learning! #formativechat #oelmachat #2PencilChat #reflectiveteacher

GruntledChalkie Apr 4 @ 7:58 PM EDT

OK #2pencilchat These grasses aren't going to plant themselves. Back to the hill before the day gets too hot

ms_oneillGP204 Apr 4 @ 7:59 PM EDT

This is my first year with no desks. My scores are of great interest to admin. Time will tell #2PencilChat

In reply to @MissKaraE

seanrussell311 Apr 4 @ 7:59 PM EDT

A1. I associate learning about volume with Spring. :-) #2PencilChat

julie_haden Apr 4 @ 7:59 PM EDT

#2pencilchat totally agree. Stress free with a side of laundry. Ha!!

In reply to @kmichellehowell

PledgeCents Apr 4 @ 7:59 PM EDT

Best of luck on your new adventure!!! #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

julie_haden Apr 4 @ 7:59 PM EDT

Hi friends!! #2pencilchat

In reply to @StantonAlana, @MagicPantsJones, @dene_gainey

JoPrestia Apr 4 @ 7:59 PM EDT

enjoy! #2pencilchat I'm out to lunch with some friends later

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

ratliff_abigail Apr 4 @ 7:59 PM EDT

A4Lots of brain breaks, and I use the weather as an incentive. If we've had a good day, we'll go back out at the end of the day!#2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Q4 How do you keep your kids on track when they've got a little too much spring fever? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:59 PM EDT

Gasp! Don't get me in trouble! ;) LOL #2pencilchat

In reply to @kathyiwanicki, @Buncee

kathyiwanicki Apr 4 @ 7:59 PM EDT

Yes please!!!! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:57 PM EDT

@BrookinsBits Let's talk more in the future, and we can play and share ideas! @Buncee
In reply to @iruntech, @kathyiwanicki, @Buncee, @BrookinsBits, @Buncee

julie_haden Apr 4 @ 7:59 PM EDT

#2pencilchat right back at you!!!

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

iruntech Apr 4 @ 7:59 PM EDT

Congrats, Sean! That's great. Now I know where to go for help. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Apr 4 @ 7:52 PM EDT

No Q7, just some big news for me personally. Even so, I don't plan any changes for the #2PencilChat!