#stucentclass Archive

stephwurking Oct 13 @ 9:00 PM EDT

I'm around. #stucentclass

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Welcome to #stucentclass so happy you are here.

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hello my friend #stucentclass

In reply to @stephwurking

TamiJ123 Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi! I'm Tami, an international teacher down in Mexico. Originally from California. Pre-first teacher (P1 is b/n K & 1st). #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#stucentclass Lets talk superstitions and fears- Please introduce yourself!

stephwurking Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Very superstitious...#stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Welcome to #stucentclass so happy you are here.

arinabokas Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Arina Bokas Clarkston, Mi Ed.consultant and editor #stucentclass

valerietilton Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi #stucentclass and @ChouinardJahant !! So happy to be here on this Friday the 13th!!!

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Good evening Tami. So happy you are here tonight. #stucentclass

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Kuglmee Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Kathy from Maryland #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

#stucentclass Do you have any?

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

#stucentclass I am not really. I have a few rituals but not really focused on superstitions.

In reply to @stephwurking

TamiJ123 Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Thanks! Nice to see you again. The reminders are helpful! Thanks so much. :) #stucentclass

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

#stucentclass Good evening my friend...

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MsJdickinson Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Jamie from NY Science Teacher, teacher leader PBL #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

#stucentclass Happy Friday Arina!

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cathylw2 Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

#stucentclass Cathy from Alberta, Canada. Specialist, gifted. Fingers crossed...oh...wait...superstitious much? Ha!

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

#stucentclass Happy Friday Kathy!

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R_CILR Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hi, Melissa and #stucentclass! Rebecca from Nevada- Hope you had a good day. #HR4HR

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#stucentclass Happy Friday- thank you for joining us tonight.

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Rdene915 Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

I think I do ;) #stucentclass careful with mirrors and ladders

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#stucentclass Hello Cathy, Happy Friday to you my friend!

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R_CILR Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A1: I really don't have any that I can think of right now. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#stucentclass Hello hello Rebecca- so happy to see you here tonight!

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MsJdickinson Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: As kids we used to always pick our feet up when we drove over train tracks. #stucentclass

R_CILR Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Happy to be here, Melissa! #stucentclass

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Kuglmee Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: I don't think I have any that are teaching related. I did question if a picture book was ok to use for 1st time ever today #stucentclass

stephwurking Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hello - Stephan based in Rio de janeiro. Work as academic coordinator in an English language center and university lecturer. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#stucentclass Lets talk superstitions and fears- Please introduce yourself!

Rdene915 Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Rachelle from Pittsburgh, I teach Spanish and STEAM #stucentclass

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#stucentclass Hello Rachelle. I guess I never walk under ladders. I broke a mirror once-it freaked me out- cost me 8 stitches too

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cathylw2 Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

#stucentclass ...and to you! Hope you're feeling better!

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#stucentclass Hello Cathy, Happy Friday to you my friend!
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FoleyKev Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

My first time on this chat #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

#stucentclass And we held our breath when we went past a church or graveyard- not sure where that came from actually

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Stella_Pollard Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hey #StuCentClass! Sorry, I am running late! Stella from KY here.

Rdene915 Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Oh that's awful! #stucentclass

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#stucentclass Q2-Full Moon influence?

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#stucentclass So happy you are here tonight my friend.

In reply to @stephwurking

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#stucentclass Happy weekend to you my friend. How is everything on the Emerald Isle?

In reply to @FoleyKev

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#stucentclass Happy Friday my dear friend!

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

stephwurking Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Mine too, if I remember correctly. #stucentclass

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TamiJ123 Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

One of my colleagues taught in Brazil for several years. :) Are you originally from there? #stucentclass

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Stella_Pollard Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: I am not really superstitious, but I do believe in the mysterious full moon. #stucentclass

MsJdickinson Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Yes! Well, at least the graveyard :) #stucentclass

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valerietilton Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: If I don't worry about something I tend to think it might not turn out well! Not a good long term philosophy ! #stucentclass

R_CILR Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A2: Yes. #stucentclass

AmesAngels Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Carmen Ames from Madison, WI first time in this chat. Eager to check it out #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#stucentclass I have investigated this actually- and hospitals will definitely agree that full moons cause crazy stuff to happen.

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#stucentclass Q2-Full Moon influence?

Stella_Pollard Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2; Yes! Even if it isn’t scientific, IT IS true! haha. #stucentclass

TamiJ123 Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2) Yes. The kids get loud and whacky when it's a full moon. It sounds weird, but it's true! Why is this true??? #stucentclass

R_CILR Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Welcome to the chat, Carmen! #stucentclass

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cathylw2 Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#stucentclass Welcome! Glad you could make it. It's a great place!

AmesAngels Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Carmen Ames from Madison, WI first time in this chat. Eager to check it out #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#stucentclass I worry a lot- but I try to hear my grandmothers words when I do "Worrying is causing pain twice." this helps calm me down.

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stephwurking Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Originally from Trinidad and Tobago. Been here for the last 20 years. #stucentclass

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#stucentclass Q3 up in one...oooh! scary....

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#stucentclass Welcome Carmen- so happy you are joining us. Happy Friday!

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arinabokas Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

My daughter said - NO! Kids have to take responsibiity of their acts no matter moon. A2 #stucentclass

TamiJ123 Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Nice! #stucentclass

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MsJdickinson Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2: Yes! #stucentclass

Rdene915 Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2 well sometimes it is a coincidence, whether directly related, hmm, not sure :) #stucentclass

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#stucentclass Q3-Helping students overcome fears.

AmesAngels Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: I am sure I do, but I can't think of anything right now. I will get back to you #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#stucentclass Agreed- but I hear a lot more loudness and hyper behavior from my kids.

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stephwurking Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Didn't even see Q1 or Q2 pass by! #stucentclass

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R_CILR Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2b: Weather, too- when the preassure changes. #stucentclass

AmesAngels Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: Oh yes, I totally believe in the full moon. Everything gets a little bit louder & crazier & out of control w/ the moon #stucentclass

Stella_Pollard Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A3: We must build a community of positive relationships and strong report. That way the Ss can come to us with concerns. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#stucentclass What some believe is irrational is very rational for many of our Ss. I tell them about my fears & connect on that level.

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#stucentclass Q3-Helping students overcome fears.

valerietilton Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: I think it coincides with other contributing factors and creates the perfect storm!#stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q1 #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

#stucentclass Do you have any?

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2 #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#stucentclass Q2-Full Moon influence?

stephwurking Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

By not being judgmental and by listening to what they have to say about it. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#stucentclass Q3-Helping students overcome fears.

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q3 #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#stucentclass Q3-Helping students overcome fears.

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#stucentclass Boo! Question 4 & 5 creeping in next.

MsJdickinson Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A3: validate concerns, show you care, then help desensitize #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Uh-oh they were ghostly weren't they... just retweeted them #stucentclass

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arinabokas Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Fears are often results of unknown. Perhaps explaining origins of our beleives and fears could help students. A3 #stucentclass

TamiJ123 Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A3) Help teach coping strategies, like breathing, taking time to "think"about the fear@a designatedTimeDaily, 2HelpReleaseIt. #stucentclass

cathylw2 Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#stucentclass Just RT'ed Qs 1 and 2. Hope that helps. :-)

stephwurking Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Didn't even see Q1 or Q2 pass by! #stucentclass
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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#stucentclass That is the worst- headaches and mood changes for sure.

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AmesAngels Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A3: Validate their fears, the fears are real to them & so are real. Relationships are key to helping students #stucentclass

stephwurking Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: Not in a blue moon! #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#stucentclass Q2-Full Moon influence?

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#stucentclass Q4-Strategies for personal strength.

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#stucentclass I believe if we listen to the words and embrace the fear then the fear becomes accessible and erasable

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valerietilton Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A3: Talk to them about their fear and listen. Try not to brush it off as trivial. #stucentclass Make them feel as safe as possible. 🙏🏻

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#stucentclass I feel that teaching coping strategies is one of the most important things we can reinforce as teachers-self-reliance

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TamiJ123 Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A4) Create a culture that embraces mistakes; help teach problem-solving skills; think of scenarios & solutions in advance. #stucentclass

cathylw2 Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#stucentclass A3: Support Ss in working from strengths whenever possible. Builds confidence.

ElizRussellEdu Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A3 I love the number 13! I believe it brings great luck! 😊 #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#stucentclass So true. Vindication & validation make us feel a part of the bigger picture- less alone in our head and more verbal connection

In reply to @AmesAngels

stephwurking Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Thanks! Appreciate it. #stucentclass

In reply to @cathylw2

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Q4 #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#stucentclass Q4-Strategies for personal strength.

Rdene915 Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A4 Encourage Ss to try new things, share my mistakes, failures, create opps for Ss to build confidence w/peers #stucentclass

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cathylw2 Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#stucentclass Bahaha!

stephwurking Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2: Not in a blue moon! #stucentclass
- ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT
  
  #stucentclass Q2-Full Moon influence?

MsJdickinson Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A4: For public speaking, I like desensitizing. My @UNC_Colorado professor helped me overcome my fear of public speaking. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#stucentclass When students are afraid of bugs we go outside and investigate them see how they are part of the ecology & ecosystem

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#stucentclass Q4-Strategies for personal strength.

TamiJ123 Oct 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Same! Ss don't typically come knowing how 2 manage their stresses,fears,or anxieties.We can help give tools. #stucentclass

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Kuglmee Oct 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: I will say yes on the full moon bit. I personally get less sleep on those nights (3 layers of white curtains) so maybe me #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#stucentclass Have them share in collaborative pairs, then at a table then with a small group then eventually the whole class- baby steps

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#stucentclass Q4-Strategies for personal strength.

FoleyKev Oct 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Talking About STEAM Room teaching last weekend in Dublin #stucentclass

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cathylw2 Oct 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#stucentclass This! Also reframing techniques.

TamiJ123 Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A4) Create a culture that embraces mistakes; help teach problem-solving skills; think of scenarios & solutions in advance. #stucentclass

stephwurking Oct 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Super thanks, Melissa! #stucentclass

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#stucentclass Q5-Overcoming fear.

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#stucentclass Me too. I kinda love taking what other see as superstition and using it as a talisman or good luck charm

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valerietilton Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A4: I tried to make my classroom as nonthreatening as possible. Build collaborative climate of respect from day 1. 😍#stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q5 #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#stucentclass Q5-Overcoming fear.

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

#stucentclass Agreed- trust, belief and honor, build relationships, set a mindful tone and build a safe haven for learning

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arinabokas Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

It's individual Get to know my sts so I can offer opportunites to try new things in less treating setting; let them go firstA4 #stucentclass

Rdene915 Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A5 Trying new things, there can be an ongoing fear of unknowns, even w/best plans in mind #stucentclass

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R_CILR Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I like how it was an everyday thing and not an emergency thing. #stucentclass

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Kuglmee Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: my Ss didn't realize it was Fri 13th until almost dismissal! They saw the date, knew it was Friday but didn't connect #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

#stucentclass Agreed my 1-min check-ins are a way to really break through any barriers and build trust.

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TamiJ123 Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A5) I take deep breaths to calm me down; being well prepared helps me (say when I am presenting);get enough sleep every night. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#stucentclass So true- we all fear the unknown a bit- I tell my students the only way the unknown becomes known is adventure and faith

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FoleyKev Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A5.As a leader I have NO fears.I watch for fears among students and staff. #stucentclass

cathylw2 Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#stucentclass A5: I try to avoid posture of 'sage on the stage' (hard to do with raised front platforms, i.e. 'stages' in science rooms!)./1

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

#stucentclass I try not to have fear- to be courageous and in somethings it works- I just get in my head too much

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BKd204Sci Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A5 Keep things real We are never as bad as our worst moment & never as good as our best Goal is consistent S focused teaching #stucentclass

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valerietilton Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A5: Public Speakingggg! (shiver and shake) #stucentclass Had to do more over past year. I've just had to dive in and go for it!

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

#stucentclass Good evening Brian my friend!

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

#stucentclass Agreed.

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

#stucentclass Bonus- scary movies?

Kuglmee Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4: I'm very honest w/Ss so if it's a fear/worry we will have a whisper chat about it in my "office" aka paper blocking mouths #stucentclass

AmesAngels Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A5: for presenting - Dress up. If you feel good, you will do well. For teaching - be prepared #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

#stucentclass Me too. It is my biggest fear- well tied with height. I hate heights.

In reply to @valerietilton

BKd204Sci Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Sorry I missed the majority of this chat...I have some reading to catch up on #stucentclass

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TamiJ123 Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A5) Also, as grade-level leader, sometimes I fear letting the team down in some way. I work hard not to let them down. #stucentclass

R_CILR Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Bonus: Scary Movie: Anything Alfred Hitchcock. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#stucentclass I like that- dress up and feel like a million bucks right? The right outfit just makes all the difference sometimes

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cathylw2 Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#stucentclass A5: Do anything, that is whole-class, fr. the side of the room, or sitting, or...i.e. we're all thinkers and doers together./2

arinabokas Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Fears are always about the future. I try to focus on the moment I am in. A5 #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#stucentclass Its all good my friend- you are here now!

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ElizRussellEdu Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A great employer promotes innovation! #stucentclass

In reply to @Rdene915, @ChouinardJahant

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

#stucentclass Dial M for Murder, Vertigo...my favorite Rear Window

In reply to @R_CILR

stephwurking Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A5: Never thought of it - as a teacher I tend to face it by making eye contact with some sympathising faces. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#stucentclass Q5-Overcoming fear.

BKd204Sci Oct 13 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Read Window...Hitchcock is a master! #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:28 PM EDT

#stucentclass Bonus I prefer the psychological thrillers like The Uninvited or Dressed to Kill

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

#stucentclass Thank you!

Kuglmee Oct 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Visitor this week who was gently removed. Snakes and mice visited before I took over this classroom. They'll get removed too #stucentclass

Rdene915 Oct 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Growing up it was always Nightmare on Elm Street #stucentclass

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theedpodcast Oct 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

#stucentclass Shoot! Totally missed this! A fave scary movie is The Others... So wonderful!

TamiJ123 Oct 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Thanks! It was a great chat. I enjoyed it! #stucentclass