#BFC530 Archive
The Breakfast Club – #BFC530 – is a 15 minute, 1 question Twitter chat every weekday. We chat in 4 timezones Mon-Fri – 5:30am Eastern, Central, Mountain, and Pacific Times. The mission of BFC is to empower participants to make a difference in education by engaging in consistent reflective practice in a supportive community that inspires and challenges one another.
Wednesday August 31, 2016
Good morning, Mark. It's great to reconnect! How are you?
Hi! Rashida - Division Level Instructional Coach from Fairfax, VA! Happy I woke up on time to join today
Good morning everyone! How has the week been?
Good morning Aileen... had your coffee?
Good morning, friends! Ben here in North Carolina (physics & math T)...already in the middle of week 3 of school!
Hi ! Teachers come back tomorrow for us! Let's get this ball rolling
Always learning right? You will find first graders to be delightful. They're clean slates. https://t.co/VWi2TA55nu
Thank you! Nervous but welcoming a new opportunity...with 3 years left.
well... imagine what you god accomplish if you could bottle up all their energy?
That's how I feel! Been at school for 3 weeks now. Ss finally come for good tomorrow!
rolling, rolling, rolling...
Hi Rashida! Glad you're joining us!
Does anyone know the topic for today?
Hey there Dawn... You ready to rock n roll?
It's Wednesday on !!
Brian, HS principal from Mass.
yes! Very happy to be here! I've missed the convo
Starting to get that “tired” feel midweek.
Absolutely! Coffee is brewing and I'm ready for Day 3 of Teacher Work Week! Hope you are well!
Well David, my week has been awesome... and your week?
Us, too. Tomorrow & Tues = Ts. Weds. the Ss return.
(Can we fast forward to Weds? In-services kill me.)
All is swell here. Teachers are back and students come Thurs. Excitement in the air. https://t.co/x94w12zFtm
Yes, been a while... hope all well in your corner of the twitterverse.
Good morning Craig! I see you are up early... as usual :)
Good morning Rashida... don't forget to breathe...
Hey people! Long time, no see! Good morning!
Primary school is the best! https://t.co/7GipSfjX4z
Cool... way to grow Chris. if i had it to do over again I'd want to be a primary grade teacher.
Good morning everyone! Sierra, special ed major.
I'm in charge of the in-service, so I'll make it good!
Melissa... am doing quite well, relocated to Colorado, so am up waaaay early...
Great. Ts r back in the building & it is starting to feel like a school again
I'm great.... loving all the back-to-school energy.
Just eeeeaaaasssssseeeee them back in to the groove. That's all I'm asking. :)
This week (& these past 3+) have been awesome! We're doing a complete student-focused redesign...a beautiful thing
is that the topic or are you telling me to breathe 🤔😂
He -> makes every week a good week.
Hi! Robbie from ATL in week 4 w students
Please do. In-services can suck the life out of you.
What? I was going to present our 12 biggest changes for the year right away and expect perfect implementation!
Not to worry... the Brian is on it today!
Wow. Congratulations! How is the writing coming along?
Good morning. Nicole from Fl. District Digital Resource teacher
Good morning, . Missed the students, did not miss getting up at 5 am!
Do we have a ? this morning, ?
woot, woot Nicole is here...
Good morning ! I set up my room without a teacher desk this year. Nervous but intrigued to see how this changes my practice.
Thanks, Chris! Cracking me up seeing these people just starting b2 school. Been back since July
WOW! Would love to hear the details of the transition. We r doing something similar. We should compare notes!
Is it still "in the middle of the night" in Cali? Always great to chat w/you. Still teaching 5th? https://t.co/PCGnVOAiUT
I'm looking forward to this new journey.
Good Morning! First day with students and I think I am more excited than all my Ts and Ss!
we are working toward this but it's a huge shift for some
I’m want to explore that kind of set up at some point in my career. Got rid of a closet & am struggling with storage.
Good morning Kimberly! Nice to c u again! Good summer?
Perhaps instead of a question, today's can be a pep rally.
Doesn't look like we have a ? today. Consider joining tonight and next week too for book study https://t.co/MUFMGg1lnG
Looks like has already facilitated positive sentiments across our North America.
WOW! But you start your summer early, right? 😊
We r imp. PBL and focusing on S engagement this year
Forgot to introduce myself! Brett here, English teacher Gr 9 from PA. First day with kids today!
Good for you! I was thinking about just taking my chair away. Still need the storage. 🙂
that's awesome! No sitting allowed 🎉
What are we going to get peppy about/rally around?
I'm all about slow and steady. We made turtles on our day one.
.... my latest https://t.co/2t6x7aVDgx
working on a post about teachers having to do it on their own... stay tuned.
Sounds like it already is! Like an opening breakfast, everyone catching up! Love it https://t.co/3JkDx8kylV
Perhaps instead of a question, today's can be a pep rally.
We will be wishing we are you when we are in school until the last day in June 😔
Beginning of school! The return of the PLN to !!
lecturing works wonders with teachers, and with teens, and toddlers!
I'm trying to figure out the same thing. Can someone fill us in? https://t.co/g5Q84L7rMt
Do we have a ? this morning, ?
well... when in doubt, BRING THE POSITIVE
Great! Have a fabulous first day! https://t.co/wmFPY7v0Vb
Forgot to introduce myself! Brett here, English teacher Gr 9 from PA. First day with kids today!
Hope you have a great 1st day, English T to English T! What texts are you reading this semester/yr?
Did the turtles come with coffee? Would be a deal breaker for me.
I removed all T furniture this year. Week 2 and already more 1:1 time w/Ss
no, we'reon the year-round schedule. We get longer, intermittent breaks
I haven't seen a question. I think we're just catching up with each other.
Most nervous about putting into action plans made over the summer. "What if it fails?"
Good to see back, better to see so many educators wanting that positive bump to their day - have a great one!
Did you loop with your Ss?
... been a bit tedious to write... but am almost done.
oh good to know! Thanks for filling us in
Good call. thanks for the advice. I'll have an excellent Do Now and Exit Ticket ready too!
Awww. but what if it doesn't First Attempt At Learning
is now trending in USA, ranking 30
Holy cow! I didn't know you started that early. We started with Ss on 8/24.
. It's like back-to-school night this morning...only it's morning with your PLN.
Good morning, David! Yes, it was a good, but short, summer. How was yours?
Ouch, I'd rather be back in August and out in June!
I need to keep telling myself that!
It is indeed a hard shift. But an essential one...and well, well worth the outcome! https://t.co/aNdCdZPcNR
we are working toward this but it's a huge shift for some
Isn't it funny how we still get anxious..
I was in 4th last year and now heading down to 3rd for this year! Did you loop up?
. oh my goodness, what it it succeeds beyond your expectations?!?
Indeed. As an early college HS, we follow the college calendar. It's all good! :)
And what if it is just amazing??? https://t.co/LMKqWAPkXv
Most nervous about putting into action plans made over the summer. "What if it fails?"
If you ever make it to NC I will make sure you have coffee:). 1st gr don't need the jump start, though:)
Hope everyone has a great day! This pep rally was a nice start to my day!
That was me last year! Went from 4th to 3rd. BIG ENORMOUS change for me. But awesome
I love the start of the year, when everyone gets a fresh start. Try new ideas, improve practices from last...
Good morning, Chris! Have a great run & day!
The Sun borrows brightness from April ->
worked on my course outlines all summer: AP lit, contemporary nonfiction, contempt fiction, lit&law
That's a great point! I have my BSN tomorrow night.
Totally having a wardrobe crisis today. Need to go change, again. Have a great day everyone!
Anyone else have a summer of massive change? New LMS, sci & reading programs, & grade. Worked hard over the summer! I want a do-over
Just made this poster for my classroom!
That means an early summer. Good for you.
what are your action plans? ?
I seriously rather have school year round! I need numerous breaks some times lol
Yup..my last 5 years..constant change.
I think when I stop getting cited about the 1st day it is time to leave.
Good call! I've been "deskless" for 4 years now. Forces me to work & learn side-by-side w/ Ss. I'll never go back!
Enjoyed today's Take this morning's positivity and well-wishes and pay it forward to students. Cheers!
You can't inspire if you don't take chances
Cool... nervousness helps up your game. bring it... oh, and don't forget to breathe.
personally, I like it when folks print out the PowerPoint slides with spaces for notes
Only took some of the students from last year
That's what I'm hoping. Thanks for the encouragement!
it's our constant reminder!! Nothing is wrong with failing. Everything wrong w/not trying again
I want to LIKE that tweet, but it seems too cruel to do so!
5 years of change???
Make it stop <3
and as they say, SHIFT HAPPENS
Um, what was the question today?! Hahaha!
I hope everyone has a fabulous day!
Have a great day, everyone. Thanks for the positive energy to start the day!
This year all that is changing is science and SS so that is good! lol oh and PD
Start your day with a flourish, these edPeeps ->
Have a great day everyone..i really need to go solve important problems..like what I am wearing today. LoL first impressions!
Moving to more of a flex seating/collaborative space, morning breakfast/maker "club", beginning robotics, & book clubs.
Funny...I soon missed this PLN.
Ts who come to my room are confused 😀 but I hope it catches on
Good morning Penny -> stay cool today!
Good Morning ! Back to school means I'm up early enough to chat! No time today but I'll see you soon!! Have a great day! :)
PS Sooooooo happy to be back with all of you! Missed you! My room is isolated this year so I enjoy the time so much more!
I admire your strength. Have a great year :)
Big personal change...new district and new position. No such thing as routine or status quo for me!
I have been doing that with the kids. I think we forgot how important it is!
I can relate. I've spent many a summer making big plans & when Ss were in front realized had to change
that's awesome! I'm excited about what is in store for you! 🎉
Don't slow down for the bumps...
Make today ridiculously awesome everyone!
Okay friends, I have to run! Excited to connect with you all next week as we start discussing topics ☺️ See you soon!
amazing! It's going to be great! would Love to see photos!
Okay, got get ready for some teacher training. Have a great day!
but I think once we find the "sweet spot" of planning balanced w/ differentiation/ feedback all's good
I want to thank all of you for starting my day off with positivity! SO glad we are back (next week)! https://t.co/2wCPsz7gqI
Sounds great! Congratulations!
Will do! I have started a blog and will share!
Thanks! I'm having a blast. Can't wait for all our Ts and Ss to arrive! (Ts start tomorrow, Ss next week!)
Will you have some of the same Ss? I used to love looping. You could start there year knowing the kids.
Good morning Kathleen... you ready to outshine the Sun?
No. The new district is actually a little closer to home. :)
. - Let's cut our first day back in our own districts and wedding-crash 's in-service!
Good morning from Chapel Hill, NC. May you make one new connection that you didn't have yesterday.
I don't believe in failure. I believe in a process. There's something to learn from every attempt/experience.
. Things only fail when we don't try or refuse to learn.
What's the weather like in NC. I thought I saw a weather report for NC that looked very wet?
Ooh! Great Idea. I hope I have time to go over it between reading the important dates and new PDP?sgo regs!
I'm reading it also. Great book!
. . . but isn't progress just the resultant of failure or better, repeated failures? https://t.co/YqBJOVMQlb
I don't believe in failure. I believe in a process. There's something to learn from every attempt/experience.
Recall Einstein: "I haven't failed, I've just found 10,000 ways that don't work." I 💜 this! https://t.co/KDmxsbOpgO
Welcome back to work Cathy. Exciting isn't it.
Much better than I thought. I've been in denial for the last week 😜 I think I missed the structure
sometimes the break can feel too long
it's because we like a recharge but in the end we need to be doing
Progress is the result of learned experiences. How is anything a failure if we can and do learn from it?
Oh yes... or when home comes with a list of chores.
When kids are home, the dishwasher gets run twice a day, LOTS of laundry, sand galore
and I always have to drive them somewhere
#2230 Every moment and every event of every man's life on earth plants something in his soul. — T. Merton https://t.co/FECEg6Upx6
Gooood morning crew! Today's topic: What is the BEST thing about your job, and how will you remember that even on the toughest days?
first day of PD. looking for a great day and abetted year
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Howdy friends! Who is hanging with this morning & getting a jumpstart on an awesome day?
Hi !! How's everyone doing?? https://t.co/T9F4TWTe1o
Howdy friends! Who is hanging with this morning & getting a jumpstart on an awesome day?
Good morning, Adam! How are ya? Any awesome plans for the day?
Rolling in belatedly for the roll call. Morning, Jessica.
Hi Brian! How are you this morning? School year going well so far?
Best part of job may be I'm never certain what best part will be on given day. People (especially young 1s) always surprise.
Good morning Jess! Does it count if I'm about to eat lunch?
Of course!! How's the year going so far?
Fantastic! Loving my new job. Every day = new puzzles! Are you off and rolling yet?
I'm good & sleepy this morning. Thumbs up at school, though I marvel at how quickly I feel like I'm scrambling from behind.
Great answer. Have to agree. Right now I'm loving the randomness of my job
New job?! Maybe it's a pre-coffee brain hiccup, but what's the new job? Kiddos are in week 2 here in Denver.
Randomness creates opportunities for serendipitous connections. Occasional bout of stable predictability's nice, too :)
Ha. I'm full time Tech Coach this year! Out of the classroom after 13 years.
Ah, I see! As many puzzles as there are people.
Thanks, I think. Feeling jittery just looking at that GIF.
Yes. My to do list is constantly interrupted w/ someone else's. Working on that work flow
That is AMAZING!! How awesome to be doing what you've worked towards the past few yrs. Congrats! https://t.co/26lmQmrMIJ
Maybe start with a half cup? ;)
Sounds like hyper-caffeinated project management meets air-traffic control. Best for this new beginning!
Yes. I'm pretty excited. Thanks!
Or maybe a few deep breaths and a quiet space? ;)
Enjoy the day friends. I'm off to lunch :)
Onwards & upwards, gang. I'm off to the day's next phase, GIF'd up, breathing deeply. Have a good one!
Enjoy your day, Brian!! Great to see you!!
Thanks for stopping by, Ryan! So glad we got to chat a bit. Have a great lunch & enjoy your afternoon!
Gooood morning friends! Today's Q: What is the BEST thing about your job, and how will you remember that even on the toughest days?
Validation happens when Ss enter work and grad school and work for social justice and prosperity.
Good morning gang!! Feeling a little sick today, hoping to rest today to feel better tomorrow 🤒
Those smiles on my Ss faces get me through any tough day! And the amazing support from my AT 👍🏻🎉
