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.
Well now got the calls that my kiddos have a delay as well. Man I needed this today. It's nice to have an hour to wash dishes or do laundry every so often #TheStruggleIsReal#bfc530
How HARD teaching is, how much my assumptions will hinder me if I’m not continually self aware, but most of all how much harder life is for many young people than I could possibly have imagined. #bfc530
I didn’t know how rewarding it would truly be until I had my very own classroom. I didn’t realize how much I would grow to love each S. I didn’t realize how hard I would choose to work. #bfc530
What shocks me most is how every spare moment is packed with duties and responsibilities. As @HSG_NC says in this powerful article, to allow teachers to realize their full leadership potential we need to provide them with additional time. #bfc530https://t.co/qNb8VPLba0
What surprised me was the amount of paperwork...not in the classroom, but outside of it. Also, how physical it is. Oh, and the emotional toll worrying about Ss. Other than that, best job in the world! #bfc530
What continues to surprise me is how unwilling some folks are to take risks when we are in the business of learning. How can we expect kids to grow and learn if we are unwilling ourselves? #BFC530
That I have had the opportunity to serve in such a significant variety of roles in our district (and beyond) throughout my career...probably finishing in Kindergarten! 😊 #bfc530
The lack of appreciation for educators by the general public. They have no idea how much work it is to facilitate learning. My Teacher Appreciation page https://t.co/Na1OVD5ByX#bfc530#edchat
How quickly some teachers go from being all about the students&going the extra mile, to being jaded and not doing things because the union is in contract negotiations,or because they want to “stick it to admin”...we should never forget why we are there=for the students! #BFC530
Agree with @mssackstein.
So surprised how many people are afraid of risk-taking and how being AVERAGE is okay with them.
Not okay with me. I want to be AWESOME -- and I want you to beee as well!!
#bfc530
Everything shocked me my first year. I was clueless. Now I'm mostly shocked by the time/effort/money that's put into state tested at the district and school levels - compared to Ts who just want to teach kids. #bfc530
Everything shocked me my first year. I was clueless. Now I'm mostly shocked by the time/effort/money that's put into state tested at the district and school levels - compared to Ts who just want to teach kids. #bfc530
That there would be so much movement. From second to third to first and now out of the classroom. That's the biggest surprise of all. Oh and how much I have loved and embraced each new experience, esp the ones that scared me the most. #bfc530
Agree with @mssackstein.
So surprised how many people are afraid of risk-taking and how being AVERAGE is okay with them.
Not okay with me. I want to be AWESOME -- and I want you to beee as well!!
#bfc530
Everything shocked me my first year. I was clueless. Now I'm mostly shocked by the time/effort/money that's put into state tested at the district and school levels - compared to Ts who just want to teach kids. #bfc530
isn't it the best ever? I'm getting more folks who are asking for me to participate. I'm in a classroom starting tomorrow helping to roll out a project we planned together on the Civil War #bfc530
And that's the struggle. How do you be Awesome without a good support system ? Without it taking hours and hours of work after school but still be awesome at other things ( like being a mom or coach). #bfc530
YES!!!! Me too; brought a lot of new energy and passion and amazing, amazing teachers into my life that push me and are there for me. #bfc530 and now I work even harder than I did before.
#bfc530 good morning! It's been awhile. Not much shocks me however when I'm asked what grade I teach & tell people 7th & 8th, their response & face is one of shock & awe! Lol I tell them I love it! 😱
#bfc530 good morning! It's been awhile. Not much shocks me however when I'm asked what grade I teach & tell people 7th & 8th, their response & face is one of shock & awe! Lol I tell them I love it! 😱
I notice we are shocked about a lot of things that bother or concern us. Are there things that shock us in a positive way? Maybe that inspire a sense of gratitude? #bfc530
The lack of appreciation for educators by the general public. They have no idea how much work it is to facilitate learning. My Teacher Appreciation page https://t.co/Na1OVD5ByX#bfc530#edchat
That so much of the research available is ignored. How people can hear/read great expert like @YongZhaoEd@alfiekohn@skrashen and do exactly the opposite #BFC530
Yes..that was me too! Teaching is my second career so I was very confused on why I had to Ask someone in the union if I was allowed to volunteer my time...I’m still not used to it. #bfc530
Good morning #bfc530. Sarah from gym in VA. Most shocking was how hard it was. I came alt cert, and had worked with kids since I could work. The classroom is a different type of animal. Almost left early on, but I am so glad I stayed. Wouldn’t have it any other way.
It's not easy. Nor is it prescriptive.
I think it's giving little more than your best, failing forward, and celebrating success.
Stay strong and strive to be better tomorrow...for you and your students.
#bfc530
I remember being shocked when a student would return and tell me the impact something had on them that I was not aware of. Our words and actions mean more than we know. #bfc530
Something is out of balance. I say that sincerely. If I miss my time for prayer, I notice it the next day. Sometimes it means being gentle on yourself & expectations! #bfc530
It's not easy. Nor is it prescriptive.
I think it's giving little more than your best, failing forward, and celebrating success.
Stay strong and strive to be better tomorrow...for you and your students.
#bfc530
We did have snow, but nothing crazy. Quite pleased with how little there was. Feeling a little snowed in, though. So much to do and running out of time. Love the idea of 40 degrees Celsius. When does break start for you? #BFC530
#bfc530 good morning! It's been awhile. Not much shocks me however when I'm asked what grade I teach & tell people 7th & 8th, their response & face is one of shock & awe! Lol I tell them I love it! 😱
On a positive note-how amazing some people are, how they go above and beyond and make it about the the learning and make everyday a great experience for the children. On a negative note-how some people in education seem to generally dislike children(why are they teachers?)#bfc530
When I got into Teaching, I noticed the enthusiasm I had as a new graduate didn't seem to be shared. Over the years I've realised that it morphs into passion for teaching. #bfc530
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I was a strong student myself in school, so I was shocked to find my niche teaching remedial/applied classes (rather than university/academic track). #bfc530
I notice we are shocked about a lot of things that bother or concern us. Are there things that shock us in a positive way? Maybe that inspire a sense of gratitude? #bfc530
I just started a coding club for girls. Mine are too young for Girls Who Code, so we just call it Code Like a Girl. First meeting had 12 members. More want to join. Now the boys want something too. So, I’ll work on something for them. #bfc530
Most shocking to me is the wide spread fantasy world that most of education takes place in.
Lots of talk, not a lot of action.
Lack of respect towards this profession.
#BFC530
I am constantly surprised to see 1) the amount of stress the students have and 2) how little coping skills kids have to realistically manage their stress. #BFC530
Hi everyone. It’s the end of the day Thursday here in Indonesia and I’m headed home but wanted to say how “shocked” and grateful I am to be able to read the #bfc530 chat each day on my ride home...first time caller, long time listener!! Thank you!!
Well now got the calls that my kiddos have a delay as well. Man I needed this today. It's nice to have an hour to wash dishes or do laundry every so often #TheStruggleIsReal#bfc530
Well now got the calls that my kiddos have a delay as well. Man I needed this today. It's nice to have an hour to wash dishes or do laundry every so often #TheStruggleIsReal#bfc530
Morning, #bfc530. Given that students shock me daily, in both good and not-always-good ways, I'm *most* shocked that I'm starting in on my 3rd decade becoming a teacher.
