#SafeSchoolsChat Archive
#SafeSchoolsChat is a weekly chat moderated by @teresagross625 and @daviswelcome to increase safety awareness in schools. Every Sunday at 3:00 PM Eastern.
Sunday November 13, 2016
3:00 PM EST
DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:01 PM EST
Welcome to
#SafeSchoolsChat
. Please check in with the group.
JKatzaman
Nov 13 @ 3:02 PM EST
Joining
#SafeSchoolsChat
from Maryland.
teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:03 PM EST
Excellent resource!
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leslielehner
Nov 13 @ 3:03 PM EST
Happy Sunday, all! Joining the chat from VB, VA for a consecutive Sunday.
#excited
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inspire0818
Nov 13 @ 3:03 PM EST
Good afternoon! First time here! I'm Jace from NJ
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:03 PM EST
Teresa, MS Literacy Teacher, NY.
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edu_taraw
Nov 13 @ 3:03 PM EST
Happy Sunday! Tara Woodard from Wilson, NC
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kimmykcollins
Nov 13 @ 3:04 PM EST
Hey! Kim from NC!
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acooktweet
Nov 13 @ 3:04 PM EST
Andrea Cook Kansas City, MO
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:04 PM EST
Hello there!
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In reply to @inspire0818
FoleyKev
Nov 13 @ 3:05 PM EST
Kevin in Ireland.Im a Teaching Principal with Irelands only school STEAM Room
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:05 PM EST
Hi Kim!
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In reply to @kimmykcollins
teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:06 PM EST
Hi Kevin!
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In reply to @FoleyKev
FoleyKev
Nov 13 @ 3:06 PM EST
Hi Kim and Teresa from Ireland
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In reply to @teresagross625, @kimmykcollins
kimmykcollins
Nov 13 @ 3:06 PM EST
Hi Teresa! Hope you are doing well!
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In reply to @teresagross625
DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:08 PM EST
Welcome!
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In reply to @JKatzaman
kimmykcollins
Nov 13 @ 3:08 PM EST
Hey Kevin! Hope all is well in Ireland!
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In reply to @FoleyKev, @teresagross625
DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:09 PM EST
Q1: How do you create a bully-free environment in your school?
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FoleyKev
Nov 13 @ 3:10 PM EST
AllKim.Winter approaches and its dark from 5 pm till 8 am .Very little daylight now
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In reply to @kimmykcollins, @teresagross625
valerietilton
Nov 13 @ 3:10 PM EST
Hi Val Inst Coach from FL driving back from N GA mountains!
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:10 PM EST
A1: talk about it!
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inspire0818
Nov 13 @ 3:10 PM EST
I'd want to find out if/where the bullying is...anonymous survey to Ss.
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:11 PM EST
A1: Talk about it!
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DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:11 PM EST
Absolutely!
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In reply to @teresagross625
kimmykcollins
Nov 13 @ 3:12 PM EST
A1 When creating rules at the beginning of the year talk about treating others with respect, kindness and compassion!
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inspire0818
Nov 13 @ 3:12 PM EST
I teach Ss how harmful it can be...we have school-wide activities creating awareness in ES
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edu_taraw
Nov 13 @ 3:12 PM EST
A1). It would have to be Zero tolerance ! No excuses! All staff/parents on board.
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:12 PM EST
Interesting to ask....I usually get lunch, locker rooms, bus, online....
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In reply to @inspire0818
JKatzaman
Nov 13 @ 3:12 PM EST
A1 Define behavior standards and how they are reinforced. Then watch out for bullies to be sure of culprits.
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FoleyKev
Nov 13 @ 3:12 PM EST
A1.It starts in the staffroom where Teachers are made feel treasured and an important part of the team.It filters downwards
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DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:12 PM EST
Question 2 coming up ....
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kmtrangel
Nov 13 @ 3:12 PM EST
Running late- but I made it! Kat from NC
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leslielehner
Nov 13 @ 3:12 PM EST
A1: Set the tone w/faculty & staff. When kids feel safe, the learning environment is positive & trusting for both Ss & Ts.
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DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:12 PM EST
You got it!
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In reply to @kimmykcollins
teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:13 PM EST
A1: pledges signed
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kimmykcollins
Nov 13 @ 3:13 PM EST
A1 If situations arise, talk about it, review class rules, discuss solutions!
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valerietilton
Nov 13 @ 3:13 PM EST
A1: We are part of Rachel's Challenge which teaches kindness and tolerance to Ss. ❤️
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DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:13 PM EST
Love this!
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In reply to @JKatzaman
teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:13 PM EST
Exactly!
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In reply to @edu_taraw
kmtrangel
Nov 13 @ 3:14 PM EST
A1: call out microagressions when you here them
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DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:14 PM EST
Q2: What are some signs of bullying?
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inspire0818
Nov 13 @ 3:14 PM EST
Who wants to come to school if you don't feel safe? 🙁
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:14 PM EST
A1: build empathy
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SafeSchoolsOrg
Nov 13 @ 3:14 PM EST
Just joining in the
#SafeSchoolsChat
. Sorry, I'm late.
DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:01 PM EST
Welcome to
#SafeSchoolsChat
. Please check in with the group.
teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:15 PM EST
I have heard of that......more at HS level....
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In reply to @valerietilton
DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:15 PM EST
Amen!
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inspire0818
Nov 13 @ 3:14 PM EST
Who wants to come to school if you don't feel safe? 🙁
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kimmykcollins
Nov 13 @ 3:15 PM EST
A2 A change in personality- feel sick, quiet, withdrawn.
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FoleyKev
Nov 13 @ 3:15 PM EST
A1.As an experienced leader I think a bully free staffroom gives a bully free classroom.It comes from the top
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SafeSchoolChat
- Moderator
Nov 13 @ 3:15 PM EST
Q2:
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:15 PM EST
A2: avoidance, withdrawal, sadness
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:16 PM EST
Exactly. Nobody.
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In reply to @inspire0818
inspire0818
Nov 13 @ 3:16 PM EST
Absenteeism..Nervous/jumpy...Fighting...isolation
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SafeSchoolsOrg
Nov 13 @ 3:16 PM EST
Agreed,
@edu_taraw
.
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In reply to @edu_taraw
edu_taraw
Nov 13 @ 3:12 PM EST
A1). It would have to be Zero tolerance ! No excuses! All staff/parents on board.
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kimmykcollins
Nov 13 @ 3:16 PM EST
Talk about this a lot what does compassion look like, sound like & what can we do to be more compassionate!
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In reply to @teresagross625
teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:16 PM EST
A2: not hanging out with familiar group of friends
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DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:17 PM EST
Great responses today! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
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edu_taraw
Nov 13 @ 3:17 PM EST
A2) Anger - when kids come I to my room angry but will not tell me why
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:17 PM EST
A2: crying
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:17 PM EST
A2: wanting to be with adults instead of students
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SafeSchoolsOrg
Nov 13 @ 3:17 PM EST
What a great idea to have a pledge,
@teresagross625
!
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In reply to @teresagross625
teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:13 PM EST
A1: pledges signed
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acooktweet
Nov 13 @ 3:18 PM EST
A2 Withdrawal. Losing interest in school.
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DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:18 PM EST
You got it!
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edu_taraw
Nov 13 @ 3:17 PM EST
A2) Anger - when kids come I to my room angry but will not tell me why
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:18 PM EST
A2: weight loss or weight gain that is sudden
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acooktweet
Nov 13 @ 3:19 PM EST
A2 Absenteeism
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DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:19 PM EST
Question 3 coming up ....
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JKatzaman
Nov 13 @ 3:19 PM EST
A2 Students acting differently, fear of speaking and absenteeism could be signs of a bully in the area.
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:19 PM EST
A2: school work drops, grades decrease, loss of motivation
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leslielehner
Nov 13 @ 3:19 PM EST
A2: I usually see it in a change of behavior, more withdrawn than usual. They aren't themselves!
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:20 PM EST
A2: depending on type of bullying can be physical marks as well (bruises, etc.)
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DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:20 PM EST
Q3: What are some creative ways for students to report bullying in your school?
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inspire0818
Nov 13 @ 3:20 PM EST
A2. All so sad...We need to always teach the value of diversity and differences amongst us...That's a good thing!
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SafeSchoolChat
- Moderator
Nov 13 @ 3:20 PM EST
Q3:
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FoleyKev
Nov 13 @ 3:20 PM EST
A2.Withdrawal,silence,erratic behaviour and outbursts.I t is the same for teachers
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SafeSchoolsOrg
Nov 13 @ 3:20 PM EST
A2: Signs of bullying can vary from child to child. Look out for signs of withdrawal, fear, crying, being severely quiet.
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valerietilton
Nov 13 @ 3:21 PM EST
A2: Sometimes it's hard to tell unless Ss are vocal. I try to listen when Ss are talking!🗣🗣🗣🗣
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:21 PM EST
A2: some come right out and speak.....not sure whether to tell or not? If it's bullying or not? Is it there fault?
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inspire0818
Nov 13 @ 3:21 PM EST
A Bully Box...A I Have a Problem Box...Anonymous again...letting adults know there's a problem
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kmtrangel
Nov 13 @ 3:22 PM EST
A1: expect and celebrate kindness. Weekly shoutouts for those who do good
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edu_taraw
Nov 13 @ 3:22 PM EST
A4) anonymous bullying box in office
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kimmykcollins
Nov 13 @ 3:22 PM EST
A3 I always stress tell me in person, a note, through a friend, another trusted adult, parents.
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:22 PM EST
A3: 1:1 Chromebooks, Ss have access to all staff via e-mail
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acooktweet
Nov 13 @ 3:22 PM EST
A3 Email and Text. This helps the student to stay anonymous
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:22 PM EST
A3: students have confided in me
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inspire0818
Nov 13 @ 3:23 PM EST
I've had a BullyBoard...Letters to Bullies that Ss write...saying Bullies aren't welcome in the school
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JKatzaman
Nov 13 @ 3:23 PM EST
A3 Set up a bully -- actually, a
#MentalHealth
-- hotline where confidentiality is assured. Bullying and suicide coincide.
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SafeSchoolsOrg
Nov 13 @ 3:23 PM EST
Having a "Problem Box" is a great idea
@inspire0818
to ensure a victim's safety when reporting a bullying incident.
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inspire0818
Nov 13 @ 3:21 PM EST
A Bully Box...A I Have a Problem Box...Anonymous again...letting adults know there's a problem
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kmtrangel
Nov 13 @ 3:23 PM EST
A:3. We are 1-1. Kids feel safe emailing counselor or admin. Don't have to be seen going to the office
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DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:24 PM EST
Very nice!
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In reply to @inspire0818
DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:24 PM EST
Awesome!
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In reply to @spalston
leslielehner
Nov 13 @ 3:24 PM EST
A3: Tried & true -build positive, trusting relationships w/students. They are so important. Encourage others 2 do the same!
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:24 PM EST
I like that, proactive approach.
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In reply to @inspire0818
inspire0818
Nov 13 @ 3:24 PM EST
School wide survey focused on S opinion...K-5
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:25 PM EST
Technology has created many other options!
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In reply to @kmtrangel
valerietilton
Nov 13 @ 3:25 PM EST
A3: We have resource offcrs who help and are very understanding w Ss. Guidance Ts and other Ss have all stepped up to help.
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DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:25 PM EST
Absolutely!
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In reply to @leslielehner
inspire0818
Nov 13 @ 3:26 PM EST
Interesting to see S comments...very powerful!
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Jenniferslewis1
Nov 13 @ 3:26 PM EST
A3- counselor grams available in folders in hall to place in folder on counselor door (safe way to report anonymously)
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SafeSchoolsOrg
Nov 13 @ 3:27 PM EST
A3: Whatever method you choose, make sure that it makes the student feel safe to tell.
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kmtrangel
Nov 13 @ 3:27 PM EST
Parents who feel welcome at school come in to report on behalf of their children
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DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:27 PM EST
Love this!
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Jenniferslewis1
Nov 13 @ 3:26 PM EST
A3- counselor grams available in folders in hall to place in folder on counselor door (safe way to report anonymously)
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inspire0818
Nov 13 @ 3:27 PM EST
There's a piece of art being created as we speak...it's on my page and ppl can add to it...saw this a.m.
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DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:28 PM EST
So true.
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kmtrangel
Nov 13 @ 3:27 PM EST
Parents who feel welcome at school come in to report on behalf of their children
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DavisWelcome
Nov 13 @ 3:28 PM EST
Thank you for your participation today!
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teresagross625
Nov 13 @ 3:28 PM EST
Have a wonderful afternoon everyone! Nice chatting and such an important topic!
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SafeSchoolsOrg
Nov 13 @ 3:28 PM EST
.
@valerietilton
, we love
#SROs
who help students feel safe at school. :) Another great resource to have.
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valerietilton
Nov 13 @ 3:25 PM EST
A3: We have resource offcrs who help and are very understanding w Ss. Guidance Ts and other Ss have all stepped up to help.
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JKatzaman
Nov 13 @ 3:29 PM EST
Take care, Eric. See you Friday on
#EngageChat
.
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In reply to @DavisWelcome
valerietilton
Nov 13 @ 3:29 PM EST
I like the idea of being able to email the issue!
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inspire0818
Nov 13 @ 3:29 PM EST
Thank you everyone! Have a great week! 💥💥💥💥
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