#weirded Archive

Wednesday July 26, 2017
10:00 PM EDT
  • participatechat Jul 26 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #weirded by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/F889x1NAec
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #WeirdEd. Tonight we'll be talking about transphobia hurting our kids and probably the health care bill. Bc WHEW
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd This chat is not specifically defined bc education is everywhere and everything. Sometimes these chats are no fun, but needed.
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Finally political topics I can talk about #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd I wrote up a thing bc I needed to get my thoughts straight, but don't have pre-written Qs. https://t.co/kEMYV0TEMH full disclosure
  • TeacherDuck Jul 26 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    @TheWeirdTeacher #WeirdEd
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Are you asking questions or are we free discussing this #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • AwesomeSPED Jul 26 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd top it off Trump nominated Ks Gov. Brownback to serve as State Department’s ambassador at large 4 international religious freedom.
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd So, let's get into it. But before we do why don't we introduce ourselves and tell something fun from this week
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd I'll still post a few questions, they just won't be as clever as I hope they normally are.
    • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:02 PM EDT
      Are you asking questions or are we free discussing this #weirded
      In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    So if a president makes a proclamation but there isn't any support behind it from anyone else, is it still enforceable #weirded
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Also, this is cool as hell, holy cow, Batman!
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Last night I was really weird. I thought yesterday was Wednesday. So now is anyone else weird tonight? #weirded
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    What is posted on the internet stays on the internet #weirded
    In reply to @pernilleripp, @TeacherDuck, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Hi everyone. I'm here right now so I don't know if I'll stay connected. #WeirdEd
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    @TheWeirdTeacher Doug I think we have found the pic for the Pernille fan club shirts #weirded
    • pernilleripp Jul 26 @ 10:03 PM EDT
      like this one?
      In reply to @nathan_stevens, @TeacherDuck, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • mandavoth Jul 26 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Kansas apologizes but #sorrynotsorry to be rid of him #WeirdEd
    In reply to @AwesomeSPED
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Anything that The Weird Teacher is automatically clever #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • Mr_H_Teacher Jul 26 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Marc here from London, Canada. I follow US events. Sometimes in positive wonder, other times as a cautionary tale. #WeirdEd
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Everything hurts
    In reply to @mandavoth, @AwesomeSPED
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    That looks more like the cover for Doug's next rock album #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Mmmmk, I figured this would be kinda a slow night. Let's get to it then...
  • fakebenhall Jul 26 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    I'm Ben in Fort Worth. My school year started on Monday! The month of summer band begins my favorite, crazy time of year. #WeirdEd
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Debbie... Chicago. It's been a crappy week. Started out with cops showing up because some asshole neighbor likes to harass us. #weirded
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Something fun from this week? Uh. Hm. I deposited a summer check? #WeirdEd
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Q1 How does this administration's transphobia impact our kids and what can we do?
  • oolalume Jul 26 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Hiya, I'm Gaby from IL. K-5 librarian. tryna enjoy time w/ my kids w/o losing it #WeirdEd
  • AwesomeSPED Jul 26 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Bridgette Ks ebd teach. Just read Wonder today while watching @cspan
  • chrisandres003 Jul 26 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Chris, in Atlanta. i took my boys to the library and we saw a puppet show on fire safety and picked up our solar eclipse glasses #weirded
  • dcrescitelli Jul 26 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Dee in Frankfort, KY... my good thing is that I am currently enjoying a real strawberry shake!#WeirdEd
  • yenneam Jul 26 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Ann from Colorado Springs, 5th grade teacher. Fun? I finally saw Wonder Woman! #weirded
  • oolalume Jul 26 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    awesome! they were giving them away? I've gotta order some soon #WeirdEd
    In reply to @chrisandres003
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    A1 Make sure that kids are safe and feel secure. #weirded
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Is Pernille going to speak at ISTE next year? #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher, @pernilleripp
  • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Always interesting to see when different school zones start. In BC after labour day...In Australia in Jan... time for year round? #weirded
    In reply to @fakebenhall, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • mandavoth Jul 26 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Manda from Manhappiness, KS ..... I spackled my bathroom today... #weirded
  • fakebenhall Jul 26 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1: Our government literally deems them unfit to serve the country in which they live. How damming is that?!?! 1/2 #WeirdEd
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd A1 Trans students, you are loved you are welcome, we are with you. And we make that crystal clear.
  • chrisandres003 Jul 26 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1: it alienates some of our community and makes "strange" something that is natural. #WeirdEd
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1. It's dehumanizing. Affirm their humanity. #WeirdEd
  • yenneam Jul 26 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1: One more thing to explain to them about how grownups aren't always right and don't always agree. #weirded
  • AwesomeSPED Jul 26 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd A1 most of my Stuff are transphobic. Last year we had troubles with Paras bullying trans student. Solution was to change 🏫
  • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    I may finally find a way to get to ISTE if @pernilleripp @TheWeirdTeacher are there!! #weirded
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @TheWeirdTeacher, @pernilleripp, @pernilleripp, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • oolalume Jul 26 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1 They overhear news. See newspapers lying around. They see & internalize. wtf #weirded
  • mandavoth Jul 26 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1: Very curious to see how it plays out - I teach at an elem. school on a military base #weirded
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1 I don't even know how to respond anymore except hey let me throw some hate over there instead of you looking at my kids #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    What am I chopped veal? #weirded
    In reply to @technolandy, @TheWeirdTeacher, @pernilleripp
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1 This is personal for me because for a while in HS, I thought about whether or not I was in the right body. #weirded
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Oh, you have a real unique look at the direct impact then
    In reply to @mandavoth
  • AwesomeSPED Jul 26 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd A2 I just have to try to show students that everyone is worthwhile
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1 how can we say it is safe to explore and learn and share if people just keep having to hide #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    #weirded A1: They may think if the president doesn't want them then who does.
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A1 I doubt I could have brought it up to my folks, especially since I was the daughter they always wanted. & they were born 1919 #weirded
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Yes, our kids can feel the hate. They hear it, and they hear those who support it. They need to hear us more.
    In reply to @oolalume
  • fakebenhall Jul 26 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A1: We must openly and consistently communicate to all our students that Trans people are JUST PEOPLE. 2/2 #WeirdEd
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    Hi Manda #weirded
    In reply to @mandavoth
  • sbaumgartner94 Jul 26 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A1 perfect time to discuss what makes a soldier. And what's more important:fighting or finding connection. #WeirdEd
  • branowar Jul 26 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A1: It's a great example for the ol' "My favorite no" exercise. If someone wants to serve, you let them serve. The end. #weirded
  • oolalume Jul 26 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    whoops. #weirded
    In reply to @weirded
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Well I ordered a new birth certificate to prove that I am who I am. The government still has questions about me #weirded @TheWeirdTeacher
    In reply to @mandavoth, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A1.2 #weirded Trans students are welcome in my classroom, as are all humans.
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    Doug Did Pernille say we could stay at her house be worship her 24/7 #weirded
    In reply to @pernilleripp, @technolandy, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A1 Never mind the government. We need to educate every one about this issue. People should feel secure within themselves. #weirded
  • chrisandres003 Jul 26 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A1: we need to continue to create safe environments for expression and celebration #safe #classroomSanctuary #WeirdEd
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    Still rocking the hat #weirded
    In reply to @mandavoth
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    Let's make a #bcedchat group to go. #weirded. Maybe present something fantastic?
  • mandavoth Jul 26 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    They're watching you.....#weirded
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • AwesomeSPED Jul 26 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd A1 day after 45 elected. Black S told Hispanic classmate he was glad she'd be on other side of wall soon
  • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A1any time any leader segregates 'a' group it damages "we" thinking & creates us vs them mindsets #WeirdEd
  • sbaumgartner94 Jul 26 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    Greetings, btw. Just can on. Susan: thinker, writer, mom & overall slightly wacky but inquisitive. 😀 #WeirdEd
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    They never stopped #weirded
    In reply to @mandavoth, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • Mr_H_Teacher Jul 26 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    I saw Tweets today to say "ignore it, it is a distraction, it won't happen" But, as T's, we can't ignore the damage it is doing. #weirded
  • oolalume Jul 26 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    My sister srsly did this recently out of paranoia she'd need to prove her ID. At first thought silly, but actually, not. #weirded
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @mandavoth, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd My oldest was born in Hawaii. He's Kenyan.
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @mandavoth
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    I still have questions about you. #weirded
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @mandavoth, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • GruntledChalkie Jul 26 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A1 admin attitude affects individual self esteem, self questioning, can create dangerous mental health issues #WeirdEd
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Saw people going with the "it's a distraction from health care" thing too. I'm sure trans soldiers appreciate being called that.
    In reply to @Mr_H_Teacher
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Actually I had to since mine was mysteriously destroyed by animals #weirded
    In reply to @oolalume, @mandavoth, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • AwesomeSPED Jul 26 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    #weirded and that female para needed to divorce wife so I have daily conversations about kindness. We do THINK almost nonstop
  • GruntledChalkie Jul 26 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Hi it's Carl in NY via Avonsleigh Australia #WeirdEd
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Thanks at least you keep me on my toes #weirded
    In reply to @brynmw, @mandavoth, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Important point. Who's got good books for Manda and anyone else who might need ideas?
    • mandavoth Jul 26 @ 10:12 PM EDT
      Im going to order LGBTQ friendly books to have in case we need to have tough convos w/ kiddos
      In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    That is because we make this distinction between physical health and mental health. #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher, @Mr_H_Teacher
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    It seems like stupid compounds on top of stupid #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher, @Mr_H_Teacher
  • oolalume Jul 26 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A1.2 We made sure to use gender-neutral & inclusive pronouns in our school's student contract, mission statement etc. #weirded
  • Mr_H_Teacher Jul 26 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    How awful. I, sadly, expect those comments from old, white men. That hurts my heart. #weirded
    • AwesomeSPED Jul 26 @ 10:14 PM EDT
      #WeirdEd A1 day after 45 elected. Black S told Hispanic classmate he was glad she'd be on other side of wall soon
  • sbaumgartner94 Jul 26 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    So many topics are being bantered back & forth to avoid real discussion, change & growth. #weirded
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Just as a reminder, I don't post a ton of Qs, I expect the chat part of "edchat" to happen between everyone w/out overprompting
  • librarykerrick Jul 26 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd A1: My students feel the atmosphere I bring to the classroom so my responsibility is to filter this admin and focus on respect.
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Crap I use to have a list #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    #weirded https://t.co/ZfYIAwTFXe
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
    • Jess5th Jul 26 @ 9:41 AM EDT
      Teachers. Please start ordering books featuring positive representation of trans people to have in your classroom on the 1st day of school.
  • oolalume Jul 26 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    @Jess5th just tweeted out a bunch today #WeirdEd
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @TheWeirdTeacher, @Jess5th
  • dcrescitelli Jul 26 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    That's what's hard now- EVERYTHING is important... we must stand together and pay attention to SO much. #WeirdEd
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher, @Mr_H_Teacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd I agree, but I'm wondering about filter (I just wrote this but am rethinking). It's see it, discuss why it's wrong too, right?
    In reply to @librarykerrick
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Like, we can try to hide and protect them fully, but might it be better to see it and confront it as a class?
    In reply to @librarykerrick
  • oolalume Jul 26 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    #weirded further down the thread
    • Jess5th Jul 26 @ 9:41 AM EDT
      Teachers. Please start ordering books featuring positive representation of trans people to have in your classroom on the 1st day of school.
  • AwesomeSPED Jul 26 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    #weirded after being asked for three months for the name of her husband para finally said wives name. Parents upset we were pushing agenda
    In reply to @Mr_H_Teacher
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Doesn't making rule or law bring more notice to something than ignoring it #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher, @Mr_H_Teacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Thread relevant to our interests
    • Jess5th Jul 26 @ 9:41 AM EDT
      Teachers. Please start ordering books featuring positive representation of trans people to have in your classroom on the 1st day of school.
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    We always had to. We just never came together like this before. #weirded
    • dcrescitelli Jul 26 @ 10:19 PM EDT
      That's what's hard now- EVERYTHING is important... we must stand together and pay attention to SO much. #WeirdEd
      In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher, @Mr_H_Teacher
  • chrisandres003 Jul 26 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    https://t.co/NO5isyqQfQ I like this book to talk about boys wanting to wear dresses #WeirdEd
    In reply to @mandavoth, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd
    • fakebenhall Jul 26 @ 10:20 PM EDT
      Every teacher should read @janetmock's Redefining Realness. Tagged her in hopes she might grace us with a few classroom suggestions as well…
      In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher, @janetmock
  • AwesomeSPED Jul 26 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    #weirded hoping to have S again this year. Still hoping to make difference
    In reply to @yenneam
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd She did! Thanks. @annemdelgado just RTd it too. Great minds and all that.
    In reply to @ShanaVWhite, @Jess5th, @annemdelgado
  • oolalume Jul 26 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    Wish there was one about trans boys. Lots out there focus on girls--george, jacob's etc. hmm #weirded #sleuthing
    In reply to @chrisandres003, @mandavoth, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    The things is you can't just say you will stand up for your students. You have to do things also. #WeirdEd
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Anything positive that came out of his cake hole was a lie. And we all knew that.
    In reply to @yenneam, @nathan_stevens, @Mr_H_Teacher
  • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    I think that's what I heard! #weirded crispy bacon for breakfast?
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @pernilleripp, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Go on...
    In reply to @jasonfalconio
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    I think you mean Twinkie hole #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher, @yenneam, @Mr_H_Teacher
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    Anything for votes #weirded
    In reply to @yenneam, @TheWeirdTeacher, @Mr_H_Teacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Agreed
    • librarykerrick Jul 26 @ 10:23 PM EDT
      Nothing good comes when we try to hide things from kids, but I think we can take it and reshape what's happening into something positive.
      In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    #weirded you have to read books about it, you have to have people like them on your walls.
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Encourage them to fight for themselves, too. But have their backs. This all reminds me of WWII. #weirded
    • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:20 PM EDT
      #WeirdEd Like, we can try to hide and protect them fully, but might it be better to see it and confront it as a class?
      In reply to @librarykerrick
  • sbaumgartner94 Jul 26 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Anyone with Kpop etc in their rooms or schools? I love the gender-bending there & have met Ss who get attacked for their interest. #WeirdEd
  • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    #weirded you need to know the power of language, you need to shut hate down, you need to treat students with love always.
  • teacherofftopic Jul 26 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    I'm stumbling in late but this topic is one that I care about! I want to participate! #weirded
  • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Kids do/know what about they see... #WeirdEd
    In reply to @librarykerrick, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Q2 Many groups are being disenfranchised and Othered by this administration. Concrete things to do/have done/will do/will read?
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    Or imitate those of power. #weirded
    In reply to @technolandy, @librarykerrick, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    Is that a prompt? #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • oolalume Jul 26 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    I really like Families! Families! Families! picture book showing variety of fams like nbd #weirded https://t.co/LOmTqzPT48
    In reply to @jasonfalconio
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    (#WeirdEd Like I said, this topic came up short notice, but I wanted to talk about it. So Qs aren't the best. Trying o keep convo going)
  • teacherofftopic Jul 26 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A2: Whenever I get stuck, I donate to local groups that ARE doing something, like International Insitute of Akron #weirded
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Adding to list
    • finleyjd Jul 26 @ 10:27 PM EDT
      "Red: A Crayon's Story" A great story to open conversations about how we see children, our expectations, our biases. https://t.co/J6WKhs3Pze
      In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Talk isn't enough. You need to show you genuinely care for them. #weirded
    • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:22 PM EDT
      The things is you can't just say you will stand up for your students. You have to do things also. #WeirdEd
  • dcrescitelli Jul 26 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Can't hide reality from kids. I think they deserve to know the things that impact them-w/ the support to help deal with the issue. #WeirdEd
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher, @librarykerrick
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    A2 Finally have my husband put my mezuzah up on our doorpost. Participate in rallies and marches. Notice my avatar. I protested ICE #weirded
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Oh! A list of local and national groups doing good things is a great addition to the question. Right on, PoCaito Chip.
    • teacherofftopic Jul 26 @ 10:27 PM EDT
      A2: Whenever I get stuck, I donate to local groups that ARE doing something, like International Insitute of Akron #weirded
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    A2 sue the government? #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A2. Put stories on the shelf, images on the wall, history and literature in the lessons. #WeirdEd
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A2 Continue gardening. Good for the planet. Good for one's soul. #weirded
  • Mr_H_Teacher Jul 26 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A2: Maybe, embrace the middle with rational discussions hinged on kindness. Angry radical actions can push the undecided away. #weirded
  • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    #weirded some books I'm reading now 1. White folks who teach in the hood 2. Culturally sustaining pedagogies 3. Peoples curriculum for earth
  • oolalume Jul 26 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A2 Planning a script to tell all Ss in 1st mtg that the school, library are safe spaces & that I am there for them. Poster too #weirded
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Hey guys, just finished Cong, again. What's up? Also Tweetfeed just scrolled so many times
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A2: GSA's are a great way to celebrate difference and commonalities. The g and s are for good and safe. #WeirdEd
  • librarykerrick Jul 26 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    I also like The Family Book by Todd Parr!! https://t.co/aCRpIvK4mF #WeirdEd
    In reply to @oolalume, @jasonfalconio
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A2 Keep up to date on the news. The real news. Things are moving really fast. #weirded
  • yenneam Jul 26 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A2: Model sane thinking. Is that enough? #weirded
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A2 the only solution currently is through litigation. Laws and precedence have to be created #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A2. Spend $ consciously - if you have a choice, buy from someone being marginalized. #WeirdEd
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd *Kong, not Cong... Then again, Vietnam War, Viet Cong.... Ohhhhh
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    Awesome conversations here, Doug. #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd My school has district/state (?) signs saying everyone is welcome no matter what. It's heartwarming to see. Should be bigger
    In reply to @oolalume
  • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    #weirded posters in room. I'm better at finding black role models in science, need to work here.
  • sbaumgartner94 Jul 26 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    A2 Explore your Ss interests: music, etc. Have feelers out in market. Bring up topics which may surprise them & eval response. #WeirdEd
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    A2 Remind yourself daily that you are not alone. Even in a neighborhood like mine there are progressives. #weirded
  • ImTheRealReRe Jul 26 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    Reahna from Jacksonville 17 future chorus teacher #weirded
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    Best book ever. Love it. Love it love it. #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • RafranzDavis Jul 26 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    Don't hide behind the word "politics". This is about how our country is being cultured & managed. Stay aware but do it w/self care #WeirdEd
  • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    #weirded signs saying everyone is welcome. Weekly family meeting where kids talk about issues.
  • oolalume Jul 26 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    Do they put them on its website? Would like to suggest something similar to mine #WeirdEd
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • MarciaDressel Jul 26 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    Marcia from Wisconsin. I was supposed to wash walls and paint the den today. #weirded
    • mandavoth Jul 26 @ 10:09 PM EDT
      Manda from Manhappiness, KS ..... I spackled my bathroom today... #weirded
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    Best name, ever! Even beats @TheWeirdTeacher #weirded
    In reply to @teacherofftopic, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Take Shop Local to the next step
    • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:29 PM EDT
      A2. Spend $ consciously - if you have a choice, buy from someone being marginalized. #WeirdEd
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    Hi Refranz. Glad you are here #weirded
    In reply to @RafranzDavis
  • fakebenhall Jul 26 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    A2: Pulled out grandpa's typewriter & the keys have been smoking lately. Communicating to our reps their terrible deeds is a must. #WeirdEd
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd I can look...
    In reply to @oolalume
  • teacherofftopic Jul 26 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    I donate bc I know they impact Ss in my school&community. I also don't have kids/other commitments like many others so my 💰=💗 #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd A2. Graduate. THen do my hardest to be a damn good teacher. Filipinos unite.
  • AwesomeSPED Jul 26 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    #weirded A2 every year I start with Malala's story to talk about importance of education. Every year we end up with Muslim not = ISIS talk
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    You stand on your toes? Doesn't that get tiring? #WeirdEd
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @mandavoth, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • RafranzDavis Jul 26 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    R-A-F-R-A-N-Z 😂 Hi #weirded
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • AwesomeSPED Jul 26 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    #weirded A2 I've been to more protests and contacted Congress men more this year than in my previous 49 years
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd YES! (and Hi). "We don't discuss politics." Oh, do you discuss decency?
    In reply to @RafranzDavis
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd
    • fakebenhall Jul 26 @ 10:34 PM EDT
      Despite what the federal government – and the people running it – says, we must still organize locally to make things better for all…
      In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    Any inclusive bathrooms? Had a chat with Ss in China and they thought segregated bathrooms are silly. Only one goes in at a time. #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher, @oolalume
  • ImTheRealReRe Jul 26 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    A1: explain to them that change isn't necessarily a bad thing, but sometimes people are afraid of it. #weirded
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    My bad. I left my spelling skills in the other room. #weirded
    In reply to @RafranzDavis
  • librarykerrick Jul 26 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    Relationships w/ students are important so you will have more positive influence than the negative influence of those in power. #weirded
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @technolandy, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd A2 Also, make sure to make diversity omnipresent. Always. Open my classroom to all issues Immigrant/LGBT/Trans/SocioEcon/Racism,etc
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Maybe get employed in Suburban MN and just make minds explode.... LOL
    • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:34 PM EDT
      #WeirdEd A2 Also, make sure to make diversity omnipresent. Always. Open my classroom to all issues Immigrant/LGBT/Trans/SocioEcon/Racism,etc
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    Hey I freely admit I am a #professionalmistakemaker #weirded
    In reply to @korytellers, @RafranzDavis
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd I thiiiiiiink our official position is "Use the one you feel is correct for you," but I'm not 100%
    • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:34 PM EDT
      Any inclusive bathrooms? Had a chat with Ss in China and they thought segregated bathrooms are silly. Only one goes in at a time. #weirded
      In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher, @oolalume
  • ImTheRealReRe Jul 26 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    A/2: not everyone will have the same beliefs and that's fine, but everyone deserves respect and equality. #weirded
  • oolalume Jul 26 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    Half building has bathrooms in their rooms. Larger are still boy/girl. 2 unlabeled staff. :/ #WeirdEd
    In reply to @brynmw, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd And point it out when it's not there. "Check this stretch of textbook stories? Notice how white it is?"
    In reply to @shadow_uzumaki
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    Oh Nethan. How could you? #WeirdEd everyone knows Rafranz.
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @RafranzDavis
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Oh this bugged me @ work, had 2 gender-neutral rooms,askd supervisor if we gonna "sex them up" for summer... Got a yes. SMDH
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • RafranzDavis Jul 26 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    I mean, my name is literally right above where you do your tweeting NathEn ⬅️ Done on purpose #weirded
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd My Mentor T & I did that during Spring field practicum. Our SocStu classes ALWAYS went sidetrack. Glorious.
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    How are we suppose to expect students to discuss and accept others ideas when they turn on the news and see other yelling #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher, @RafranzDavis
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    FYI this is the law in California #weirded
    • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:35 PM EDT
      #WeirdEd I thiiiiiiink our official position is "Use the one you feel is correct for you," but I'm not 100%
      • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:34 PM EDT
        Any inclusive bathrooms? Had a chat with Ss in China and they thought segregated bathrooms are silly. Only one goes in at a time. #weirded
        In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher, @oolalume
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    Yep I am a moron tonight or most night or every night #weirded
    In reply to @brynmw, @RafranzDavis
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    So use the one in the kilt or the one with pantsuit? #WeirdEd
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Ok, I wanted to try and hit both Big Topics tonight, so even though you're all having great convo, we move on? Thoughts?
  • RafranzDavis Jul 26 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    This might me my favorite tweet of this chat. I'm not sorry #weirded
    In reply to @brynmw, @nathan_stevens
  • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A2 be mindful of those feeling isolated -until recently First Nations Learners had little to 'look up to' -ie posters/guests/TV #WeirdEd
  • oolalume Jul 26 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    and BOOKTALK them! I need to do a better job of this bc when I do, they fly off the shelves, lengthy hold list. #weirded
    In reply to @shadow_uzumaki
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    I might adopt that new spelling. I know I looked at it when I was typing. Brain and thumbs are not in sync #weirded
    In reply to @RafranzDavis
  • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    I do a ton of collaboration and discussion and could already see a shift this year to quickly going personal. #WeirdEd
    • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:37 PM EDT
      How are we suppose to expect students to discuss and accept others ideas when they turn on the news and see other yelling #weirded
      In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher, @RafranzDavis
  • RafranzDavis Jul 26 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    We expect better and we model better. That's literally the only thing that we can do #weirded
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Everyone deserves equality. If they're all about the hate, they don't deserve respect.
    In reply to @ImTheRealReRe
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    Ha! I meant #weirded. #weurded is a completely different chat.
    • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:38 PM EDT
      NEVER! And you mispelt magnificent. #weurded
      In reply to @nathan_stevens, @RafranzDavis
  • edutechgirl Jul 26 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    Thank you and @Jess5th for sharing this. #WeirdEd
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher, @Jess5th
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    On! And continue. #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    How can you say stay to the facts when student immediately see world leaders say well you are just stupid #weirded
    In reply to @jasonfalconio
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Ok, I'm going to jump to the health care (complete lack of public) debate.
  • AwesomeSPED Jul 26 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    #weirded A2 watching @cnn10 daily helps the kids know issues that are outside thier neighborhood and expand worldview
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    Try telling that to this neighbor of ours who harasses me. She is clearly prejudiced against Kid O. #weirded
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Q3 How would a repeal impact your students and school? If not sure, educated guess.
  • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    As my mentors have said: learning is about three things: relationships. #weirded
    In reply to @librarykerrick, @nathan_stevens, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • ShanaVWhite Jul 26 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A2: Speak out. Call a spade a spade. Exercise privileges I have to assist and encourage others. #weirded
  • librarykerrick Jul 26 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    And recommend specific books to your local public libraries, too!! #WeirdEd
    In reply to @edutechgirl, @TheWeirdTeacher, @Jess5th
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    So true. Love how the truth and reconciliation work is shining light on the dark spaces of our past/current. #weirded
    • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:37 PM EDT
      A2 be mindful of those feeling isolated -until recently First Nations Learners had little to 'look up to' -ie posters/guests/TV #WeirdEd
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    Spelling is not going well tonight. Nathen is in bad shape #weirded
    In reply to @brynmw, @RafranzDavis
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Would love to do book talks. Oh lawd.... Thanks to my Lit content course, gots quite a few
    In reply to @oolalume
  • mandavoth Jul 26 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    I've been "rate limited" by @Twitter IDK what that means or how I feel about it...... #weirded
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    We do a lot of relationship building and try to help all students find similarities. Part of most of our group activities #weirded
    In reply to @technolandy, @librarykerrick, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd *a repeal of ACA
  • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    It hasn't been easy (esp for some) but proving to be more and more "worth it" each week. #weirded
    In reply to @brynmw
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Twitter jail?
    In reply to @mandavoth, @Twitter
  • mandavoth Jul 26 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    #weirded
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @brynmw, @RafranzDavis
  • teacherofftopic Jul 26 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    A3: Medicaid is the single largest health insurer for children, and my state did the expansion, so... I want them to get to keep. #weirded
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    Does that mean we can't call you good, old reliable Nathan? #weirded
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @brynmw, @RafranzDavis
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A3 :rolls up sleeves: First, a lot of my kids will lose "optional" Medicaid benefits bc even tho they won't lose coverage... #WeirdEd
  • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    I've said to my classes - we don't all have to be best friends, but we can be friendly and know each other better #weirded
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @librarykerrick, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A3: Sorry (Canadian)but what is wrong with providing universal health care? Who is hurt by this? Our Ss matter!And their families #WeirdEd
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd
    • EMPteacher Jul 26 @ 10:42 PM EDT
      most of my S are medicaid. Our day tx program is medicaid funded. Kids in foster care and group homes. This is a BIG deal.
      In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd A3 Im prty sure sports-mandatory health checkups would be affected? Loss of extracurriculars, not good. Evn if sports
  • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    #weirded Ss gets sick. Parents have trouble paying. Kid misses school. Family stressed about money. Stress slows healing. Kid misses more.
  • AwesomeSPED Jul 26 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd A3 since the vast majority of my kids are on meds more choices for parents between rent, food, or meds. Less learning
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    Call me whatever you want. just call me #weirded
    In reply to @MissShuganah, @brynmw, @RafranzDavis
  • Mr_H_Teacher Jul 26 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    1/2 We have good (not perfect) healthcare in Canada. So do most developed countries. I'm always baffled by the situation there. #weirded
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    I love Nathen. Is they going to join us? #weirded
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @RafranzDavis
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Oh wow, I hadn't even thought about that part. And then loss of trainers/support at the games, probably
    In reply to @shadow_uzumaki
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd A3 Frankly tho, loss of health care insurance = many Ss getting sick, especially snowy winters. Missing schl, parents missing work
  • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    And so many of those topics can be uncomfortable.....at first...! #weirded
    In reply to @shadow_uzumaki
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    I talk about how in the real world all you have to do is get along. Get through the project to move to the next group #weirded
    In reply to @technolandy, @librarykerrick, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    States will start having to cut bc of massive cuts ($800b!) and block granting. First is states decrease reimbursement rates. #weirded
  • teacherofftopic Jul 26 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    This cycle also happens when a parent or other family member is sick. #weirded
    In reply to @jasonfalconio
  • dcrescitelli Jul 26 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    Any of the repeals will impact large numbers of the kids/families in KY- annual and lifetime caps impact me. #WeirdEd
  • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    #Weirded absences also beget more absences. stress of money plus stress of falling behind.
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Yeah, bro was into sports during HS Football, did lots of check ups. If we're not in health insurance...He gained confidence there
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    And kid can't learn during this cycle. #weirded
    In reply to @jasonfalconio
  • Mr_H_Teacher Jul 26 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    2/2 Like the metric system -US seems averse to something good-Is it that it is seen as "too socialist"?My high-ish taxes r worth it #weirded
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A3 This is a picture of me pretending to flail. Taken in between chemo rounds. #weirded
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    Then they wait list, then they don't cover "optionals" at all - speech, OT, PT, optometry, dental... #weirded
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    It was just one thing after another. I means some next Russia stuff is about to come out #weirded
    In reply to @edutechgirl, @RafranzDavis, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    #weirded look at your list of chronic absences and drop outs. I bet over half started with an illness.
  • ImTheRealReRe Jul 26 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A3: I am on Medicade. My family probably wouldn't be able to afford health insurance for me if I wasn't on it. #weirded
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd
    • dominicholden Jul 26 @ 2:56 PM EDT
      White House has no actual policy on transgender troops, no idea what happens to current troops, & no timeline for guidance to Defense Dept.
  • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    And they have a hard time learning when they return. Plus if you have crappy coverage you don't get preventative care #WeirdEd
    • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:45 PM EDT
      And kid can't learn during this cycle. #weirded
      In reply to @jasonfalconio
  • yenneam Jul 26 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    A3: So many families still use ER as primary care. #weirded
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    A3 This is a picture of me fighting. #weirded
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd This is gonna be a good thread.
    • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:43 PM EDT
      A3 :rolls up sleeves: First, a lot of my kids will lose "optional" Medicaid benefits bc even tho they won't lose coverage... #WeirdEd
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    A3 whatever Doug's answer is #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    Schools can get reimbursed for providing this. So then schools will have to start covering costs from general ed #weirded
  • sbaumgartner94 Jul 26 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    I am a T1D whose hub was told in 2008 I wouldn't be insured. Health care is diff thsn health insurance & the diff is heavy for Ss. #WeirdEd
  • edutechgirl Jul 26 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    Most students, particularly SpEd, pretty much would lose coverage and as well as staff members who relies on the services. #WeirdEd
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    So that's how it affects all of everyone who works in a school. #weirded
  • mandavoth Jul 26 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    A3 Huge concern for our Ss in rural communities being in KS - small local hospitals could close #weirded
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd It's a cycle built to punish the poor, because that's the whole plan.
    In reply to @jasonfalconio
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    A3 If I can survive cancer, I can survive Trump. Question is will I be able to survive Trumpcare? Gonna fight not flail #weirded
  • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    If you SS only gets preventative care you miss those 6 month appts that you got when you were a kid. You needed those. #weirded.
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    Not to mention all of everyone who attends a school! #weirded
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Yep, but a White S of mine who recognized that its uncomfy,but still necessary to grow. Her words still give hope
    In reply to @technolandy
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    I was going to say that! Teacher-Doug! Nathen copied me!!!!!! #weirded
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Brief pause for moment of levity
  • ImTheRealReRe Jul 26 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    A3/2: I think a lot of people would stay sick because they can't afford to see a doctor and that can result in absences from school #weirded
  • edutechgirl Jul 26 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    .@annemdelgado sum up my answers. I know staff members who relies on services. I still think of my babies, no matter where I'm at. #WeirdEd
    • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:43 PM EDT
      A3 :rolls up sleeves: First, a lot of my kids will lose "optional" Medicaid benefits bc even tho they won't lose coverage... #WeirdEd
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    A3 I'd like to make #breakouttheicefloes trend. #weirded
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Yep, people's health care plan becomes, "Well, I'll probably stop being sick at some point. I hope."
    In reply to @ImTheRealReRe
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    Neither Kid O nor I would be insurable. #breakouttheicefloes #weirded
  • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    #weirded This reminds me of a quote I saw some where, "I don't know how to explain to you how to care about people."
  • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    And then they get penalized by late marks....and in some cases chronic absence = suspension #weirded
    In reply to @jasonfalconio
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd I just saw that too. I think it made me think, "Isn't that what kinder teachers do all day?"
    In reply to @jasonfalconio
  • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    But...Canada is the only G8 country without a lunch program for its learners.... #weirded
    In reply to @Mr_H_Teacher
  • ImTheRealReRe Jul 26 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    I think everyone should have health insurance just in case something happens. #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd And of course, extenuating circumstances are dismissed bc "It's how things are"
    In reply to @technolandy, @jasonfalconio
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    And then you die like my BFF did because you don't get to a doctor on time. She's been gone since 2011. I miss her every day. #weirded
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    Argh! Suspensions for absences is like candy for cavities!!!! #weirded
    In reply to @technolandy, @jasonfalconio
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    Learn something everyday #weirded
    • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:51 PM EDT
      But...Canada is the only G8 country without a lunch program for its learners.... #weirded
      In reply to @Mr_H_Teacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd
  • sbaumgartner94 Jul 26 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A3 The US needs to discuss care vs ins. Do we all deserve some care? I think so. I didn't ask for my probs & neither did our Ss. #WeirdEd
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    "It's our attendance policy! Can't make any exceptions!" #weirded
    In reply to @shadow_uzumaki, @technolandy, @jasonfalconio
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Food ain't health care, k?
    In reply to @jasonfalconio, @technolandy, @Mr_H_Teacher
  • Mr_H_Teacher Jul 26 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    But, we do provide lunch on a "need basis" throughout my Board - and most I've visited. None of my S's have ever gone hungry. #weirded
    In reply to @technolandy
  • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    Some schools manage to get donations (or charge) for breakfast/lunch, but not all schools. Not even close. #weirded
    In reply to @jasonfalconio, @Mr_H_Teacher
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    Friends on the school/district. No national program, but my school provides lunches for anyone in need (others can purchase) #WeirdEd
    In reply to @technolandy, @Mr_H_Teacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Ok, with seven minutes left I open the floor. Doesn't have to be heavy, but anything you want to bring up? Anyone? Buller?
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd "Dont argue with staff! It's against the rules" Uh, friend coworker, the child and I are not arguing, but exchanging sarcasm
    In reply to @annemdelgado, @technolandy, @jasonfalconio
  • teacherofftopic Jul 26 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    My county has a grant called Farm to School where our school lunches are free to 100% of students, and it's the literal best thing. #weirded
    In reply to @technolandy, @Mr_H_Teacher
  • MissShuganah Jul 26 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    Thanks. By the time she went to a doctor, she had Stage 4 colon cancer. #weirded
    In reply to @jasonfalconio
  • Mr_H_Teacher Jul 26 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    That does sound amazing. Or the French schools with real cutlery and a cheese course. Dining etiquette taught too. #WeirdEd
    In reply to @teacherofftopic, @technolandy
  • ImTheRealReRe Jul 26 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    I wish there were organizations that would help the people who don't have a lot of money to pay for it. #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    I watched a friend literally beg a school superintendent to allow her child to walk at graduation bc she missed for health reasons #weirded
    In reply to @jasonfalconio, @shadow_uzumaki, @technolandy
  • brynmw Jul 26 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    And breakfasts are an issue. Some schools have breakfast clubs, but many have hungry kids sitting at desks at 9:00. #weirded
    In reply to @technolandy, @jasonfalconio, @Mr_H_Teacher
  • tpleffert Jul 26 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    anyone have something they are really excited to try this year? #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd This isn't snark, I promise- That's called insurance.
    In reply to @ImTheRealReRe
  • teacherofftopic Jul 26 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    Like, yeah every kid gets a nutritious meal, but it also means no collecting lunch $, lunch line goes faster, kids get CHOICES #weirded
    In reply to @technolandy, @Mr_H_Teacher
  • ImTheRealReRe Jul 26 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    I think if America was like other countries and provided free healthcare, it would save a lot of money in the long run. #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Ridiculous.... Really?
    In reply to @annemdelgado, @jasonfalconio, @technolandy
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Anyone have something to promote? A book, blog, YouTube or Anchor channel, something?
  • sbaumgartner94 Jul 26 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    My battery & brain are both draining. Ty for tonight. @TheWeirdTeacher, you rock. We all have to keep talking & pushing. Peace! #weirded
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    I visited Manzanar today and yeah we are terrible and can't let that happen again #weirded
  • nathan_stevens Jul 26 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    Not funny but sad that you have to take a break from all the breaking news #weirded
    In reply to @edutechgirl, @RafranzDavis, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    One of the reasons I started w silent reading at one school - to enable/normalize some getting a quick bite to start the day #weirded
    In reply to @brynmw, @jasonfalconio, @Mr_H_Teacher
  • Mr_H_Teacher Jul 26 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    My experience is that T's quickly become aware of these needs & mobilize to make a difference. School Admin & Boards support fully. #WeirdEd
    In reply to @brynmw, @technolandy, @jasonfalconio
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd Thanks for coming to play every week
    In reply to @sbaumgartner94
  • mandavoth Jul 26 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    Am I off in saying theres help through local county health depts? And Planned Parenthood? #weirded
    In reply to @ImTheRealReRe, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd I don't get it
    In reply to @annemdelgado
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd As always, be at the forefront.
  • oolalume Jul 26 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    just trying not to panic rn. know i should be planning/thinking but whenever I do, I start to sweat #weirded
    In reply to @tpleffert, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd More good answers. I like you, you should come back every week
    In reply to @mandavoth, @ImTheRealReRe
  • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    The more people that I meet that care about kids and are done playing around. The happier I am. #WeirdEd Thank you.
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    Yep. School board had to amend board policy to specifically address students who are ill bc of unwillingness to follow law #weirded
    In reply to @shadow_uzumaki, @jasonfalconio, @technolandy
  • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    Choices, as opposed to (as I was once told) if they're hungry they'll eat it... #weirded
    In reply to @teacherofftopic, @Mr_H_Teacher
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd WWII Japanese Internment has been the topic of my hw last week.
    In reply to @annemdelgado
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd It's never a contest, but with this gif Thomas won the chat for the week.
  • fakebenhall Jul 26 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    We teach many students who rely on Medicaid. It's going to get scary, ugly, sad, infuriating. Unfortunately, we can't cover our Ss… #WeirdEd
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd He's talking about us!
    • jasonfalconio Jul 26 @ 10:57 PM EDT
      The more people that I meet that care about kids and are done playing around. The happier I am. #WeirdEd Thank you.
  • Mr_H_Teacher Jul 26 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    Thx #weirded for letting this Canuck chime in. You guys make me realize that the US is in great hands. You have the ear of the future.
  • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    Any outline of when to expect your next book?? #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • tpleffert Jul 26 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    Same! Starting a new job and feel like I should be doing something, but it's not clear what. #weirded
    In reply to @oolalume, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • oonziela Jul 26 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    I get this. One side of me says "vacate on vacation!" The other doesn't want to fall behind at the start of the year. #weirded #teacherlife
    In reply to @oolalume, @tpleffert, @TheWeirdTeacher
  • shadow_uzumaki Jul 26 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd I was actually looking for John Boyega at the end of Uprising teaser w/ "Join the Uprising"
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • annemdelgado Jul 26 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    Internment camp...no direct connection. Just been on my mind all afternoon #weirded
    In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher
  • TheWeirdTeacher - Moderator Jul 26 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    #WeirdEd "Classroom Of One- The mentor teacher/student teacher relationship" will hopefully be out just after the end of the summer.
    • technolandy Jul 26 @ 10:59 PM EDT
      Any outline of when to expect your next book?? #weirded
      In reply to @TheWeirdTeacher