#dojochat Archive
ClassDojo's official educational chat that covers a variety of subjects, focusing mainly on improving classroom community.
Wednesday March 1, 2017
7:00 PM EST
ClassDojo
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:00 PM EST
#dojochat
starts NOW! 🎉 So glad it's Wednesday. 🙌 Thanks to
@ChrissieJMcLean
for leading this chat... take it away! 🎢
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:00 PM EST
Here we go!
#dojochat
participatechat
Mar 1 @ 7:00 PM EST
Participate in the upcoming
#dojochat
by sharing resources and collaborating at
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TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:00 PM EST
Hey
#dojofam
! Our weather in NC has been unseasonably warm, and it's kind of freaking me out, tbh.
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CaitEileen_W
Mar 1 @ 7:01 PM EST
Hey
#dojofam
! Caitlin here w ClassDojo, in the office in SF, CA today. Otherwise we've had lots of snow in Anchorage! ❄️️
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MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:01 PM EST
Amy Soto from Georgia. I teach gifted k-5. Currently under a severe thunderstorm warning. Weather has been in 70s lately.
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TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:01 PM EST
Also- I'm Evan, a 4th grade teacher from Raleigh, NC. Excited to be here and infuse some positivity into my evening!
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tolleya
Mar 1 @ 7:01 PM EST
Same temps in East TN!
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In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch
mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:01 PM EST
Amanda, 2nd grade teacher in NY. It has actually been warm and rainy, but is supposed to drop down to 15 degrees soon!
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I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:02 PM EST
Made it to
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TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:02 PM EST
LOVE the hashtag! Great minds think alike. Hehe
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In reply to @CaitEileen_W
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:03 PM EST
Hi
#dojochat
. It’s been a while. Happy to join in again. Joe, Math & STEAM Coach from Palo Alto, CA.
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:03 PM EST
Format
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smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:03 PM EST
Stephanie, 4th grade teacher near Nashville. We started our school day with a tornado warning. Last week it was 80 degrees!
#DojoChat
ClassDojo
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:03 PM EST
We're doing a Q1 A1 format tonight for
#dojochat
, don't forget to the hashtag!
jellison23
Mar 1 @ 7:03 PM EST
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Jen from ACTUALLY-sunny-for-once CA 2nd-6th Tech teacher. MOSTLY RAIN AND RAIN AND RAIN here!
I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:03 PM EST
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Jessica SPED teacher from Florida here!
tolleya
Mar 1 @ 7:03 PM EST
Hello all! Andrea from TN! I teach Microsoft IT to middle Ss. Happy to be here.
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MsEmilyHFisher
Mar 1 @ 7:03 PM EST
Emily from D.C.! Our weather had been all over the place, but no snow at all!! Today was crazy rain & warm weather
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TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:03 PM EST
Eek! What a day! Hope all is okay.
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In reply to @smithstrws
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:03 PM EST
Heeeeeeyyyy!!
#DojoChat
In reply to @tolleya
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:04 PM EST
Q1 Coming Up!
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smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:04 PM EST
We're good, but the county next to us had 2 tornadoes touch down. Eeek!
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In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch
tolleya
Mar 1 @ 7:04 PM EST
Hey friend! Hope the bad storms missed you!
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In reply to @smithstrws
jellison23
Mar 1 @ 7:04 PM EST
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MrsWunderle
Mar 1 @ 7:04 PM EST
Hi! I'm Courtney, a second grade teacher, and from San Diego. It's sunny and warm today. Sorry to all of you fighting the cold.
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smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:04 PM EST
Storms came through - we're good, but it was scary!
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In reply to @tolleya
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:05 PM EST
Q1
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smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:05 PM EST
I would pee myself if I was in an earthquake! Tornadoes - NBD.
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In reply to @CaitEileen_W
MsEmilyHFisher
Mar 1 @ 7:05 PM EST
oops, also SPED 3rd - 4th grade
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In reply to @MsEmilyHFisher, @MsEmilyHFisher
TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:05 PM EST
A1: For me, winter blues mean apathy, lethargy, and a general feeling like all the days have morphed into one another!
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MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:05 PM EST
A1 Winter blues make me want to just crawl into bed and STAY there.
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jellison23
Mar 1 @ 7:05 PM EST
Seriously? C'mon. It's nothing.
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smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:05 PM EST
I would pee myself if I was in an earthquake! Tornadoes - NBD.
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In reply to @CaitEileen_W
CaitEileen_W
Mar 1 @ 7:05 PM EST
A1 uninterested, unmotivated, boooooored
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smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:06 PM EST
A1 All I want to do is Sleeeeeeep!
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tolleya
Mar 1 @ 7:06 PM EST
We got out of school early, but the storms didn't end up being as bad here. Thank goodness! Glad ur good!
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In reply to @smithstrws
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:06 PM EST
A1: Moodiness, lethargy, & I crave those comfort items like food and sweats.
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smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:06 PM EST
Yeah, these rolled through right when the kids were getting off the busses... how bout dah?
#DojoChat
In reply to @tolleya
MsEmilyHFisher
Mar 1 @ 7:06 PM EST
A1: The winter blues: apathy, exhaustion, weariness... I would add overall restlessness! Being pent up inside for months is hard.
#DojoChat
tolleya
Mar 1 @ 7:06 PM EST
A1: Lack of motivation to do anything
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mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:06 PM EST
I LOVE San Diego!
#jealous
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In reply to @MrsWunderle
I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:06 PM EST
A1: I'm in FL, the winter blues consist of have to wait 3 MONTHS with NO BREAK til April 10th for spring break.....
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TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:07 PM EST
SAME HERE! Still a month to go. Sigh...
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In reply to @I_teach_Pandas
tolleya
Mar 1 @ 7:07 PM EST
Yikes!
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In reply to @smithstrws
MrsWunderle
Mar 1 @ 7:08 PM EST
A2: Equal. If ts feel down, ss feed off that negative energy and vice versa.
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mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:08 PM EST
A1 Lack of motivation. Its hard for me to do anything when it is cold! I lived in AZ for 25 years so this is still new to me!
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I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:09 PM EST
did I mention it was 87 degrees today and I was no where near a beach...... ugh
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MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:09 PM EST
A1
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mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:09 PM EST
Our break isn't until April 17th! I feel the pain!
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In reply to @I_teach_Pandas
jellison23
Mar 1 @ 7:09 PM EST
a1
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ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:10 PM EST
Q2 Coming Up!
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massignmenthelp
Mar 1 @ 7:10 PM EST
#aplangchat
#digcit
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#edtechbridge
#Onedchat
10 Ways to read textbooks effectively
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AssignmentHelpN
Mar 1 @ 7:10 PM EST
#aplangchat
#digicit
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#edtechbridge
#Onedchat
17 for ’17: Experts on E-learning & EdTech Trends for 2017
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MsEmilyHFisher
Mar 1 @ 7:10 PM EST
Yesss. This is my life!!
#WinterBlues
#DojoChat
jellison23
Mar 1 @ 7:09 PM EST
a1
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ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:11 PM EST
Q2
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smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:11 PM EST
A2 I think it affects us the same. If I'm "blah" they are double "blah."
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jellison23
Mar 1 @ 7:11 PM EST
a1 Teachers in CA are all
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TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:12 PM EST
A2: I think that both are affected. However, Ss can really perceive if you're feeling blah. Your attitude definitely affects them!
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mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:12 PM EST
A2 I feel like it affects me more! The kids don't seem to mind the cold and snow. The only thing they miss is outdoor recess.
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CaitEileen_W
Mar 1 @ 7:12 PM EST
A2 Equal amounts of blah call for lessons that get both the Ss and Ts pumped! Time for hands on, student centered
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ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:12 PM EST
A2: My energy drops SIGNIFICANTLY in the winter. Ss feed off our energy & so I see a lot more “issues” pop up.
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MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:12 PM EST
A2 I believe the winter blues affect my students more. I feel like it is MY job to shake them out of that "blah" feeling.
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smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:12 PM EST
Actual footage of me during the winter.
#DojoChat
Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:13 PM EST
Hi
#dojochat
!
I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:13 PM EST
A2: definitly me, I have been such a cranky teacher these past two weeks.
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Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:14 PM EST
A1: Exhaustion
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Tamarsb88
Mar 1 @ 7:14 PM EST
We've had insanely warm winter weather in Boston! The kids love the warm recesses! Also a week off in February helps
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ClassDojo
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:14 PM EST
Loving the use of GIFs during this
#dojochat
... speaks louder than 140 characters!
MsEmilyHFisher
Mar 1 @ 7:14 PM EST
A2 I think it affects all of us equally! If I'm feeling off, then so are my students, and vice versa
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tolleya
Mar 1 @ 7:14 PM EST
A2: I think Ss feed off of me. That's why I always try to greet them at the door and make them feel welcome.
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MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:14 PM EST
A2 We just finished our mid-winter break. It was much needed, but touh getting back into the "groove" of things.
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mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:15 PM EST
A2 Part 2 I can thank my Ss for keeping me motivated in the winter! Without them I may just sit on the couch all day
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TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:15 PM EST
How do I embed GIFs? I feel so technologically illiterate!
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In reply to @ClassDojo
Tamarsb88
Mar 1 @ 7:15 PM EST
IT IS AMAZING! We all come back SO refreshed and ready for the push to April break!
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In reply to @ChrissieJMcLean
MsEmilyHFisher
Mar 1 @ 7:15 PM EST
so true! They definitely feed off of whatever energy you put out
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In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:16 PM EST
Q3 Coming Up!
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Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:16 PM EST
A2: From what I see, the winter blues affects the Ts and the Ss the same. They’re all tired and snappy.
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I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:16 PM EST
I miss snow, I could use a snow day...
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#JerseyGirlinaFLoridaWorld
In reply to @Tamarsb88
TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:16 PM EST
Ahhhh...thank you! I'll give it a try before the end of the chat.
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In reply to @CaitEileen_W, @ClassDojo
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:17 PM EST
Q3
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Tamarsb88
Mar 1 @ 7:17 PM EST
yes. I make myself happy and zen even on THOSE days otherwise...
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In reply to @MsEmilyHFisher, @TheBrudneyBunch
MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:17 PM EST
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smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:17 PM EST
Also actual footage of me repeating the same directions I've given 1,000 times. Ss REALLY don't listen w/ the blahs...
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Spatzlemoo
Mar 1 @ 7:17 PM EST
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I think go noodle is the answer to the winter blues. My kids love it!
@ClassDojo
@GoNoodle
In reply to @ClassDojo, @GoNoodle
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:17 PM EST
Yes. Yes, I did.
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In reply to @MsEmilyHFisher
CaitEileen_W
Mar 1 @ 7:18 PM EST
A3 Move the desks, get that
@GoNoodle
going, get creative!
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In reply to @GoNoodle
MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:18 PM EST
AGREED! They BEG for me to play a GoNoodle!
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Spatzlemoo
Mar 1 @ 7:17 PM EST
#dojochat
I think go noodle is the answer to the winter blues. My kids love it!
@ClassDojo
@GoNoodle
In reply to @ClassDojo, @GoNoodle
TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:18 PM EST
You and me both! Giving constant reminders definitely does not help me combat the blahs.
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In reply to @smithstrws
Tamarsb88
Mar 1 @ 7:18 PM EST
I am the opposite! When it gets hot they're all hot and bothered and don't want to learn!
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In reply to @MrsASoto
mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:18 PM EST
A3
@GoNoodle
's Indoor Recess channel. It is the best.
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In reply to @GoNoodle
CaitEileen_W
Mar 1 @ 7:18 PM EST
Throw snowballs aka paper with words or math etc. balled up, then match with a partner. Ever played?
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ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:18 PM EST
A3: I keep ½ of the indoor “toys” hidden. I rotate them through the year so they miss them & are excited when they return.
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I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:19 PM EST
A3: we don't usually have this problem in FL, but I am a big fan of
@GoNoodle
and
@AdventureToFit
I also throw in
@CosmicKidsYoga
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In reply to @GoNoodle, @AdventureToFit, @CosmicKidsYoga
TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:19 PM EST
Stress balls have become my best friend to use when I can feel myself seeing red.
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In reply to @Tamarsb88, @MsEmilyHFisher
Tamarsb88
Mar 1 @ 7:19 PM EST
A3: in boston we go out unless its below 20º so we're out there almost always!! but otherwise recess in the gym!
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In reply to @ChrissieJMcLean
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:19 PM EST
A3 Obvs,
@GoNoodle
is excellent! Think on your feet games/learning, move desks, move locations, move teachers - just MOVE!
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In reply to @GoNoodle
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:19 PM EST
I like to blow up balloons too and just let them bat them around the class!
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In reply to @CaitEileen_W
TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:19 PM EST
A3: Knock wood, we haven't had a slew of indoor recess days. (Watch me jinx that now!)
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mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:20 PM EST
Yes! It is one of my favorite activities!
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In reply to @CaitEileen_W
Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:20 PM EST
Love this
@tolleya
!
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In reply to @tolleya
Tamarsb88
Mar 1 @ 7:20 PM EST
I tried that once...it was more like...
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In reply to @CaitEileen_W
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:20 PM EST
I'll turn on the second camera tomorrow only if you promise you're super interesting! lol
#DojoChat
In reply to @MsEmilyHFisher
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:20 PM EST
Gr8 suggestions!
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#cddolphins
In reply to @I_teach_Pandas, @GoNoodle, @AdventureToFit, @CosmicKidsYoga
I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:20 PM EST
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In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch
MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:20 PM EST
Same in GA...we have rain to deal with this time of year. Even tougher thinking they will get recess and suddenly.. downpour!
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I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:19 PM EST
A3: we don't usually have this problem in FL, but I am a big fan of
@GoNoodle
and
@AdventureToFit
I also throw in
@CosmicKidsYoga
#dojochat
In reply to @GoNoodle, @AdventureToFit, @CosmicKidsYoga
TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:21 PM EST
I've thought about it- do you think it's worth it?
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In reply to @MsEmilyHFisher, @Tamarsb88
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:21 PM EST
Get moving, y'all!
#DojoChat
Spatzlemoo
Mar 1 @ 7:21 PM EST
Morning meeting is a great way to mix it up. Fun greeting and fun games.
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MsEmilyHFisher
Mar 1 @ 7:21 PM EST
A3
@GoNoodle
is LIFE for indoor recess. If all else fails I fall back on my days as a camp counselor & we sing silly songs & dance
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ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:22 PM EST
Q4 Coming Up!
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Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:22 PM EST
A3: A lot of my Ts use GoNoodle and other fun ways to break up the monotony of class. One T takes her Ss for a walk after lunch.
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MrsWunderle
Mar 1 @ 7:22 PM EST
A3: You tube Just Dance for Kids and have a dance party for indoor recess. Get them moving and get their energy out!
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tolleya
Mar 1 @ 7:22 PM EST
I think you should periscope it! :)
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In reply to @smithstrws
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:23 PM EST
Q4
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EduGladiators
Mar 1 @ 7:23 PM EST
🎨NEW
#EduGladiators
series next week "4Cs of Success" w/guest
@LaytonsHistory
⚗️
#CDL_MOOCEd
#edtechbridge
#CSedchat
#dojochat
#fusdTchat
Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:23 PM EST
We love
@GoNoodle
too
@CaitEileen_W
!
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In reply to @GoNoodle, @CaitEileen_W
CaitEileen_W
Mar 1 @ 7:23 PM EST
A4 embrace the dark, turn off the lights, turn on camping sounds, flashlight reading under desks!
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TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:23 PM EST
A4: Include opps for mvmt in the classroom. Keep things interesting & fresh in your lessons & allow time 4 Ss to collaborate.
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MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:24 PM EST
My Ss LOVE Blazer Fresh!
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MsEmilyHFisher
Mar 1 @ 7:21 PM EST
A3
@GoNoodle
is LIFE for indoor recess. If all else fails I fall back on my days as a camp counselor & we sing silly songs & dance
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tolleya
Mar 1 @ 7:24 PM EST
A4: Engaging lessons that make them think and collaborate together. My Ss love doing Minecraft lessons.
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ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:24 PM EST
A4: Create your own “holiday.” For us we had a winter reward. 150 dojo points to have an ice cream sandwich & hot chocolate.
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TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:24 PM EST
A4: Also maintaining a good attitude is key- bc Ss feed off your demeanor! Easier said than done here...
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I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:25 PM EST
A4: We beat the doldrums with foodie fridays and fun writing craftivities.
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smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:25 PM EST
A4 Tell jokes!
#DojoChat
Tamarsb88
Mar 1 @ 7:25 PM EST
A4: I use humor and controlled silliness too
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mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:25 PM EST
A4 Flexible seating helps Ss move around. Fun, engaging activities. Read Across America activities are keeping us happy right now
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MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:26 PM EST
A4- Change is always a good way to get out of the blah rut. A new STEM challenge, a different tech tool, etc.
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smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:26 PM EST
A fellow teacher after my own heart!
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Tamarsb88
Mar 1 @ 7:25 PM EST
A4: I use humor and controlled silliness too
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tolleya
Mar 1 @ 7:27 PM EST
Yes, and they love getting into a makerspace as well.
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In reply to @MrsASoto
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:28 PM EST
A4 pt2 It's also good to strike up conversations w/ your Ss about current pop culture. It keeps you real. For realz...
#DojoChat
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:28 PM EST
Oh, that's a good one!
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In reply to @ChrissieJMcLean
TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:28 PM EST
You are KILLING it with the GIFs.
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In reply to @smithstrws
Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:28 PM EST
A4: Have a fake fireplace (or campfire) projected and do a fun activity around the “fire”. Thanks
@stephanie_tow
for the idea!
#dojochat
In reply to @stephanie_tow
TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:28 PM EST
A4: I attempt to use humor- but when I try to tell jokes, my Ss be like...
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MrsWunderle
Mar 1 @ 7:28 PM EST
A4: Keep everything upbeat, stay positive, and remember that a smile goes a long way.
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CaitEileen_W
Mar 1 @ 7:29 PM EST
We did that too! Great minds!
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Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:28 PM EST
A4: Have a fake fireplace (or campfire) projected and do a fun activity around the “fire”. Thanks
@stephanie_tow
for the idea!
#dojochat
In reply to @stephanie_tow
MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:29 PM EST
TRUTH- the live giraffe birth stream has been a big topic with my Ss. LOL!!
#dojochat
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:28 PM EST
A4 pt2 It's also good to strike up conversations w/ your Ss about current pop culture. It keeps you real. For realz...
#DojoChat
TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:29 PM EST
You may be the first person who's smiled at them that day! I try to remind myself of that every day.
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In reply to @MrsWunderle
I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:29 PM EST
And this is why I teach primary, they laugh at EVERYTHING
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In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:29 PM EST
My jokes are bad, too. But then I laugh like a crazy person at my own joke & my Ss just laugh at me :-)
#DojoChat
In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch
Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:29 PM EST
A4: Perhaps those of you with snow could beam a pic of a beach scene and toss around a beach ball.
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#snowlessinAlabama
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:30 PM EST
Q5 Coming Up!
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tolleya
Mar 1 @ 7:30 PM EST
Will it ever happen?!?!?!
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MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:29 PM EST
TRUTH- the live giraffe birth stream has been a big topic with my Ss. LOL!!
#dojochat
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:28 PM EST
A4 pt2 It's also good to strike up conversations w/ your Ss about current pop culture. It keeps you real. For realz...
#DojoChat
TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:30 PM EST
Sums up my life too!
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In reply to @smithstrws
MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:30 PM EST
Netflix has some GREAT fireplace videos!
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Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:28 PM EST
A4: Have a fake fireplace (or campfire) projected and do a fun activity around the “fire”. Thanks
@stephanie_tow
for the idea!
#dojochat
In reply to @stephanie_tow
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:30 PM EST
Oh, the d@m* giraffe! TODAY ALREADY! lol
#DojoChat
In reply to @MrsASoto
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:31 PM EST
Q5
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MsEmilyHFisher
Mar 1 @ 7:31 PM EST
A4 variety & choices! Rotate in new centers, invent games, make things silly & fun if possible!
#dojochat
#teacherjokes
#betterthandadjokes
MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:31 PM EST
My Ss also LOVE the Monteray Bay live feed of their sea creatures...OTTERS are the BEST!
#dojochat
Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:29 PM EST
A4: Perhaps those of you with snow could beam a pic of a beach scene and toss around a beach ball.
#dojochat
#snowlessinAlabama
CaitEileen_W
Mar 1 @ 7:32 PM EST
A5 DANCE. Play music they love. Let them be free for a bit and join in on the fun
#dojochat
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:32 PM EST
A5: My 1st career was in the US Army. I like to have my Ss bust out some basic training exercises! Oh, &
@Gonoodle
of course too!
#dojochat
In reply to @GoNoodle
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:32 PM EST
A5 When in doubt, get funky.
#DojoChat
Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:32 PM EST
This gets me pumped too
@CaitEileen_W
!
#dojochat
In reply to @CaitEileen_W
Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:33 PM EST
LOL
@smithstrws
#dojochat
In reply to @smithstrws
I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:33 PM EST
A5:
@gonoodle
mostly. I also play random games of simon says.
#dojochat
In reply to @GoNoodle
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:34 PM EST
Boy, stepping away for a moment leads me to miss 3 Qs.
#dojochat
In reply to @ChrissieJMcLean
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:34 PM EST
I need to pen a book called, "You can't wear your lunchbox as a hat...and other fun things you should never have to say"
#DojoChat
In reply to @Tamarsb88
MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:34 PM EST
A5-It depends on the group. Some Ss have a difficult time pulling it together after dance or GoNoodle...calls for creative thought
#dojochat
mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:34 PM EST
A5 We are always moving.
@GoNoodle
has so many great videos that relate to curriculum. We get up and work with partners.
#dojochat
In reply to @GoNoodle
CaitEileen_W
Mar 1 @ 7:34 PM EST
A5 also YOGA is fantastic for calming and focusing students while still challenging them
#dojochat
tolleya
Mar 1 @ 7:35 PM EST
A5: I use
@GoNoodle
with them if I get time. I only have 35 minute classes.
#dojochat
In reply to @GoNoodle
TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:35 PM EST
A5: Would love more yoga and exercise, but I feel so pressed for time as it is.
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:35 PM EST
A5: Use
@GoNoodle
, go outside for outdoor ed, use the MoveIt Chrome extension
#dojochat
In reply to @GoNoodle
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:31 PM EST
Q5
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:36 PM EST
Definitely join in with them. Dance as if no one's watching
#dojochat
CaitEileen_W
Mar 1 @ 7:32 PM EST
A5 DANCE. Play music they love. Let them be free for a bit and join in on the fun
#dojochat
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:36 PM EST
@GoNoodle
has a fantastic purple monkey named Maximo for short yoga breaks!
#DojoChat
In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch, @GoNoodle
MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:36 PM EST
whip and nay nay
#dojochat
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:37 PM EST
Q6 Coming Up!
#dojochat
mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:37 PM EST
A5 We also sing and dance A LOT! Mostly to Disney songs.
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:37 PM EST
Absolutely. Exercise doesn't always mean lots of movement. Yoga, breathing exercises have huge impact
#dojochat
In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch
MsEmilyHFisher
Mar 1 @ 7:37 PM EST
best thing about elementary is that "music with words" is a reward! We love to dance!!
#dojochat
In reply to @CaitEileen_W
CAMathTeacher
Mar 1 @ 7:38 PM EST
Calling other math teachers, join
#svmimac
#math
chat at 5:00.
#dojochat
#edtechbridge
MrsWunderle
Mar 1 @ 7:38 PM EST
A5: Put ss in small groups and have them roll movement dice with music. My class loves doing anything in groups.
#dojochat
TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:39 PM EST
Love that! Low tech, low prep, and still enjoyable.
#dojochat
In reply to @MrsWunderle
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:40 PM EST
Q6
#dojochat
MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:40 PM EST
A6 The routine of class meetings is a MUST to get the real low-down on Ss thoughts, feelings, problems.
#dojochat
TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:40 PM EST
Thx for the suggestions- where do they find meditation videos?
#dojochat
In reply to @MsEmilyHFisher, @Jyoung1219
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:40 PM EST
Yes, build the cooperation and collaboration time.
#dojochat
Have you done any BreakoutEDU games?
In reply to @MrsWunderle
I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:41 PM EST
Check out
@CosmicKidsYoga
on Youtube
#dojochat
In reply to @TheBrudneyBunch, @MsEmilyHFisher, @Jyoung1219, @CosmicKidsYoga
CaitEileen_W
Mar 1 @ 7:41 PM EST
A6 weekly class meeting. We discuss goals, adjust our feedback skills, address issues, come together as a family/class
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:41 PM EST
A6: Daily class meetings. Don't underestimate importance and value of those connections
#dojochat
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:40 PM EST
Q6
#dojochat
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:41 PM EST
A6: I CAN’T start a day w/o morning meeting. It sets the mood, I read the room, we even revisit ideas from previous lessons.
#dojochat
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:41 PM EST
A6 Recess. Seriously. They (I) NEED. A. BREAK!!!
#DojoChat
I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:42 PM EST
A6: Calendar Time, we do the weather and track it every day. It really gets us off on the right foot.
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:42 PM EST
Nice! Definitely going to explore it later
#DojoChat
In reply to @I_teach_Pandas, @TheBrudneyBunch, @MsEmilyHFisher, @CosmicKidsYoga
TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:42 PM EST
Love the suggestion of discussing goal. My kids like discussing class issues & brainstorming solutions.
#dojochat
In reply to @CaitEileen_W
TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:43 PM EST
A6: Ss love discussing the lesson's "I Can" statement so that they know what's going on and what they're about to learn.
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:43 PM EST
A6: Also, remember routine of calling/emailing parents. Class stories are great but personal touch is HUGE
#dojochat
mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:44 PM EST
A6 Meal times. Seriously, we skip snack and we all get a little wacky (including me).
#dojochat
tolleya
Mar 1 @ 7:44 PM EST
A6: My routines are a lil diff from the reg class, but my Ss know where to find assignments and turn them in, even when absent.
#dojochat
crossbraining
Mar 1 @ 7:44 PM EST
A6) I teach a STEM class and have Ss sketch 5 boxes in journal everyday. Develop technical drawing so they can draw future ideas.
#DojoChat
MsEmilyHFisher
Mar 1 @ 7:45 PM EST
A6 our weekly
@ClassDojo
reflections start our week off on the right foot & gives us a goal to focus on for the week!
#dojochat
In reply to @ClassDojo
MrsWunderle
Mar 1 @ 7:45 PM EST
A6: I play piano music and ss work on morning journals and wake up work as ss enter the classroom. Love a calm start to the day!
#dojochat
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:46 PM EST
Q7 Coming Up!
#dojochat
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:47 PM EST
Q7
#dojochat
MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:47 PM EST
Sun=RUN Ss love an early recess if we can swing it in our schedule!
#dojochat
MrsWunderle
Mar 1 @ 7:47 PM EST
No, I'll have to look into that. Thank you!
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:48 PM EST
A7: Take the Ss outside for a walk around the campus!
#dojochat
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:48 PM EST
Q8 Coming Up!
#dojochat
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:48 PM EST
A7: I take my class outside & read from our class novel. Last week we read from
#awrinkleintime
& learned about the tesseract!
#dojochat
MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:48 PM EST
A7
#dojochat
Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:48 PM EST
LOL
@MrsASoto
#dojochat
In reply to @MrsASoto
I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:48 PM EST
A7: Crank up the AC, message parents to send water bottles to school, and split recess with some dance/yoga time
#FLproblems
#dojochat
mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:48 PM EST
A7 Have OUTDOOR recess!
#dojochat
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:48 PM EST
A7 Try to squeeze in a few extra minutes of recess! Or, take the classroom outside.
#DojoChat
CaitEileen_W
Mar 1 @ 7:49 PM EST
A7 Go out, adjust the lesson (measure shadows, sketch trees, find scientific evidence in the soil) SOAK IT UP!
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:49 PM EST
What grade do you teach? I have some games I can share
#dojochat
In reply to @MrsWunderle
tolleya
Mar 1 @ 7:49 PM EST
I used to teach
#awrinkleintime
when I taught ELA! Love that novel!
#dojochat
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:48 PM EST
A7: I take my class outside & read from our class novel. Last week we read from
#awrinkleintime
& learned about the tesseract!
#dojochat
MsEmilyHFisher
Mar 1 @ 7:50 PM EST
A7 OPEN THE WINDOWS! Outdoor recess (if we can swing it)! Unfortunately, we don't have a ton of outdoor space for class outside
#dojochat
mrnamvas
Mar 1 @ 7:50 PM EST
Hi everyone, it is work hour here but love boong
#dojochat
TheBrudneyBunch
Mar 1 @ 7:50 PM EST
A8: Self-care is SO important! I read, do journal writing (on one of my typewriters), and play piano.
#dojochat
I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:51 PM EST
A8: I do yoga with my kiddos and try to eat better at home (which doesn't happen often because, ya know, food)
#dojochat
tolleya
Mar 1 @ 7:51 PM EST
A7: We have taken the laptops out before and sat on the front steps to work.
#mustuseallourtime
#dojochat
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:51 PM EST
A8 I get LOTS of sleep. Keeps the skin all glowy & stuff ;-)
#DojoChat
I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:52 PM EST
#formernortherner
I know, It was a real culture shock when I moved down here, lol
#dojochat
In reply to @MsEmilyHFisher
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:52 PM EST
A8: I've been using my 20% time creating BreakoutEDU games. Love getting creative.
#dojochat
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:48 PM EST
Q8 Coming Up!
#dojochat
MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:52 PM EST
A8 Ideally I take care of myself by heading to the gym...sometimes it means a delicious treat instead though!
#dojochat
#dontjudgeme
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:53 PM EST
Sorry about the Q8 glitch! I knew I'd mess up at least one! lol!!!
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:54 PM EST
Super important when you're sick too. (I am lately)
#dojochat
In reply to @smithstrws
CaitEileen_W
Mar 1 @ 7:54 PM EST
Being real... girl after my own heart!
#dojochat
MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:52 PM EST
A8 Ideally I take care of myself by heading to the gym...sometimes it means a delicious treat instead though!
#dojochat
#dontjudgeme
mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:54 PM EST
A8 I keep exercising. I love to run, but its hard in the winter. Im hoping for Spring soon so I can train for my
@runDisney
run!
#dojochat
In reply to @runDisney
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:54 PM EST
There are so many Qs, it's bound to happen. Definitely great Qs!
#dojochat
In reply to @ChrissieJMcLean
mrnamvas
Mar 1 @ 7:55 PM EST
Start a new day with my students' working wall
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:55 PM EST
Which are you going to do? I've done all the ones at DL & the Star Wars Dark Side at WDW
#dojochat
In reply to @mrshaskell213, @runDisney
MsEmilyHFisher
Mar 1 @ 7:55 PM EST
A8: Trying to find that
#WorkLifeBalance
(HA!). Some well deserved Sats "off" (aka leave the laptop off). SLEEP! Netflix! Walks!
#dojochat
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:56 PM EST
A8 I also like to binge watch Netflix shows. Guilty pleasures are good, too!
#DojoChat
MrsWunderle
Mar 1 @ 7:56 PM EST
second grade. Would love any new games!
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
I_teach_Pandas
Mar 1 @ 7:56 PM EST
it happens, we still like you
#dojochat
In reply to @ChrissieJMcLean
mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:56 PM EST
Im doing the Star Wars Dark Side 10K
@WaltDisneyWorld
! April 22nd!
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @runDisney, @WaltDisneyWorld
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:56 PM EST
You're on fire with your GIFs
#dojochat
In reply to @smithstrws
Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:57 PM EST
A8: Weekend getaways with my hubby (all year), family game nights and silly, crazy fun with family and friends.
#dojochat
mrnamvas
Mar 1 @ 7:57 PM EST
Keeping all messages from
@ClassDojo
as a way to do the best everyday
#dojochat
In reply to @ClassDojo
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:57 PM EST
@Jyoung1219
I do what I can to keep morale high...
#DojoChat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:57 PM EST
I have a math themed game for any time of the year. About to do Dr. Seuss game for classes I support
#DojoChat
In reply to @MrsWunderle
ChrissieJMcLean
Mar 1 @ 7:58 PM EST
Thank you!!
#dojochat
Jonnai2
Mar 1 @ 7:58 PM EST
Nice
@mrshaskell213
@runDisney
. I just began running again…out of shape!
#dojochat
In reply to @mrshaskell213, @runDisney
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:58 PM EST
I did the half last year. Got my Kessel Run & coast to coast medals
#dojochat
In reply to @mrshaskell213, @runDisney, @WaltDisneyWorld
smithstrws
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:58 PM EST
Funtastic
#DojoChat
tonight! Thanks,
@ChrissieJMcLean
!
In reply to @ChrissieJMcLean
tolleya
Mar 1 @ 7:58 PM EST
Excellent plan!
#dojochat
In reply to @Jonnai2
ClassDojo
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:58 PM EST
Awesome job
@ChrissieJMcLean
! Thanks for a great
#dojochat
, we had so much fun!
In reply to @ChrissieJMcLean
mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:59 PM EST
Thank you for a great chat!
#dojochat
In reply to @ChrissieJMcLean
MrsASoto
Mar 1 @ 7:59 PM EST
#dojochat
ClassDojo
- Moderator
Mar 1 @ 7:59 PM EST
Join us next week when
@tracyedmisten
has us chatting hot topics in education
#dojochat
In reply to @TracyEdmisten
Jyoung1219
Mar 1 @ 7:59 PM EST
Absolutely. Thanks for leading with such great Qs.
#dojochat
In reply to @smithstrws, @ChrissieJMcLean
mrshaskell213
Mar 1 @ 7:59 PM EST
One of my goals is a coast to coast medal!
#someday
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @runDisney, @WaltDisneyWorld