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Thank you for your great ideas, Amy.

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Thank you. That helps.

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I think one of you could create it and then you could just copy and paste the link to your parents, but I think the free account limits how many responses you can receive.  SO, with that in mind, you may each want to create the same survey/questions.  I hope that helps.

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Thank you Amy. Is there a way to create a survey that the team can duplicate, but only recieve feedback from their parents or does each teacher need to create their own survey. We're trying to be consistent.

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All great resources Amy! Thank you for sharing.

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https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DJ9CDL9

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Virtual Field Trips for Families March, April, May 2020

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Let's share what we're coming up with to save time and efforts!!!!

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Christine, I am so glad that you are feeling better!  Praying that it continues.

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I have been using this time to correct a lot of district assessments and update scores. I did not realize we weren't going to do 3rd trimester progress reports, but I think that is a good plan.  My husband and I been watching a lot of Netflix. There are so many projects around the house I haven't done because of the A. Fib. so hopefully that will change. Your health is everything!!!    I'm glad you all seem to be doing well  ; )

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Hi everyone,  My A Fib. has been stable for 3 days now and I am feeling so much better!  Hope it continues because they are recommending a surgical procedure that I would like to avoid. The consultation with a new specialist isn't until the end of April so I have time to get better  ; )

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Bridget here:
Rewatching Grey’s Anatomy ❤️❤️
And debating starting the next book in the outlander series!

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I am reading the series Among the Hidden. It's a younger read...great for preteens and teens. I like it. On Netflix I like Locke and Key, Atypical, Stranger Things.

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Schitt’s Creek 💕 and rewatching New Girl. We rented Knives Out on Prime and that was good.

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The Good Place (Netflix), The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (Prime), You (Super creepy, Netflix), Drunk History (Hulu)

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Hey everyone! Sorry I couldn't come to the parade. I was really bummed out about it, but the videos were great. I'm so proud to be a part of this team. I'm a fan of British procedurals like Vera, Shetland, and Murdoch Mysteries (which is actually Canadian).

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BJ and I have been watching Scandal...we have been watching last Season's America's Got Talent with the kids, and we are all loving that.  I am wanting to get into a good book too, so I am going to see what I have. Lauren is reading Heaven is for Real, which is a great one and easy to read...and there's a movie too. I can't keep up with Grady and his books. Luckily, he reads them all over and over, but I am sensing a big Scholastic order needing to be placed.  :0)

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We have just started getting into Criminal  Minds with the kids.

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I recommend The Pharmacist on Netflix!

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Good Morning Everyone!  How was your weekend?!  I am kind of embarrassed to admit but I don't read a lot for pleasure during the school year.  Just too busy, I guess.  But now, I have TIME!!!!!   So.....does anyone have any good book recommendations?  Also, how about any shows on Netflix, Hulu, Prime, Disney +, whatever??!!!  Have a great day!

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Amy- I just love the Daily Quaran’ten’! Thanks for sharing! Yesterday was a hard day for me! I think like a lot of you, I thrive on being busy and having structure. This  schedule will help me stay somewhat focused and off social media but also gives me the freedom to pick and choose what to do. Happy Friday guys!
Kylene ❤️

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Hi people! Hope you are having a good day.  I just finished a Zoom chat with 18/27 of my students, and I feel so much better now that I saw their faces, some private messages that they miss school, are bored, etc.  Chat is going to be our friend. Here's hoping they spread the word to the others/friends to click the link for next time.  School life - I've been sharing some links a day (Science or SS related) that the kids can watch through Class Dojo.  I've gotten feedback from parents that they like my daily morning post. Home life - well my boys are showering each day (ha ha), and they each have a checklist that they try to fill in for the day before Dan gets home from work (the city is keeping him extra busy this week - I wish he was able to stay home). Some academics in addition to other areas, it's a competition to see how much they can fill in. The dog likes the extra walks, and we finally finished hanging pictures.  It's a good thing we love our new house. ;) I challenged myself yesterday to go and meet our neighbors, passed out our contact info and got some back in return.  I'm worried about my dad and sister, since both of them are considered high risk - we took a drive out to Livermore yesterday to see them (from a distance) - had to drop off some supplies for them.  -Emily

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I love the personal schedule, Amy.  Thank you!  We definitely have some structure going over here  mixed with fun and chill time too, but it all seems overwhelming at times.  My hubby has been working A LOT, so his world hasn't changed much.  That makes it hard to be the only adult really going through this.  But, we will survive, right?  I am really hoping to see you all sooner rather than later. xoxox

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Thank you for that information Amy!  I have some kids that have started using our Padlet over the past few days.  I also created a private Facebook group for my class.  I did a practice run with Zoom last night, and I plan to try it next week with my students.  It definitely is hard when you don't hear from some kids and families at all.  I love your schedule.  Do your kids follow it, too?

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I used zoom to talk with some of my students yesterday. It was so great to see their faces. 🤍🤍🤍 Hope you all are doing well! 🙏🏼🙂 - Janet

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Hi friends! I spent a few hours yesterday gathering additional resources for families and created a padlet for my students to communicate with each other and another for my parents. I only have a few that have utilized the padlets or even logged on to the online resources. I'm hoping with positive communication and check in's that they will soon start to connect. We'll see. As for me and my troop, we are hunkered down trying to keep the kids moving forward on their studies and keep us all healthy and safe. Whew! Missing all of you and of course, my kiddos. Hugs everyone!!

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Thanks for the information Amy. I just started Padlet with my class. Hopefully more and more will join. It is nice to be connected to the kids.

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Good Morning Friends!  Well, happy Friday!  We made it through the first week without school.  How are things going with your students?  What is working for you?  What do you feel is lacking?  From what I can tell, I feel like I have maybe 10 students working consistently on some of the suggestions for remote learning that I've provided with another 4-5 doing something here and there.  But I haven't heard ANYTHING yet from the rest.  I know everyone is still adjusting and that none of this is required, but we're so used to checking for understanding, and this situation makes that pretty hard to do!  Here's a free resource I found at TPT that I think is helpful.  https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/FreeDownload/Distance-Learning-Home-Schedule-and-Resources-5334084   And last, here's something I made for myself - It's not very cute, but it gets the job done!  Feel free to use/modify.  Have a great day!

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So cute!!!!

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This will cheer everyone up. Yesterday my goat had 3 babies, 1 sadly we couldn't help mama deliver, not for lack of trying I never thought my hands and arms would go places, but that is another story. Enjoy the baby goats!

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That last post was from Kim Fetterman - I think I need to set this up so my name appears, and not just anonymous

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Hi all! Thanks for setting this up, Amy. What a great way to check in and also get great ideas! Monica, you mentioned that you're sending a video of you reading to your class, which I think is fantastic. What are you using to record and send it? I'm not sure if it's better to send this question on padlet or on Outlook...

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For Tina, and anyone that wants to make one for your class....www.padlet.com
Register for free.  Then click "make padlet." Most steps are on the top right-hand side.  You can choose title, background, style/format, etc.  Click save.  I copied and pasted the link via Remind and in an email to parents.  I love hearing from them and seeing photos.  I try to give them a different task to share each day.

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Computer...that worked! Thank you!

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That sucks Tami! I also had trouble scrolling up. Are you on a computer or phone? On the computer, click the small black triangle on the right rather than the scroll bar itself.

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Can everyone else see the posts above??? I’m not sure about that Tami

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I have been going on daily walks and fitting in some yoga and cardio.  Today we are going to work to clean up the weeks in our backyard (which is not my favorite, but I am thankful we are all healthy enough to do it.

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Hello,  Thank you Amy! I just started a padlet for my class and can't wait to see their posts. On this one, I can't scroll up to see everyones post. It's probably just me. LOL! I've been doing every work-out video I can find (going through gym withdrawals). Our dryer decided to stop working yesterday! So, doing laundry at mom's! I hope you are all doing well. Stay safe and healthy. Tami

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Thank you for the tips. How would I go about creating a group for my class? I have never used this resource before.
Thank you in advance.
Tina

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My gym is supporting us big time virtually, so getting up and doing home workouts is what I have begun doing. That and I get the kids out for walks and bike rides. I agree with Michelle-making a checklist got the day helps keep me focused....missing you all.-❤️ Shari

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Thanks for starting this Amy. What a great way to keep in touch. My husband works out of the house already, so his job hasn't changed too much. We're taking walks exploring our new neighborhood and I'm finding that I have a lot less anxiety if I stay off the social media and the constant news feed. However, all the memes out there are pretty funny. I look forward to checking out some new workouts online. Stay healthy and I hope to see you all soon!  Thanks again for sharing! :) Laura

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Free Virtual RIPPED Classes.....        https://www.facebook.com/groups/rippedfun/

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-Lots of walking around hidden lake, multiple times a day.
-Amazon prime has a lot of videos of all kinds, most you don’t need equipment for.
-In-shape gym website has TONS of videos, and you don’t have to log in to access them. I did a hip-hop class on there yesterday.
-I have a workout app on my phone that has as little as 7 minute workouts (but longer ones too). I can do those multiple times a day as a brain break and focus on different areas.
Thanks for starting this, Amy! Hang in there my friends 🧡

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I have an exercise bike and have been alternating that with walks outside. Sunshine days are for walking! On Instagram, Charcurtis is leading live workouts after he closed his gym down.

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I’ve been walking with the kiddos everyday... I made them a scavenger hunt for our walk today, so that’ll keep it interesting. We’ve also been spending  time playing outside, they like to laugh at my attempt to play basketball. Trying to stay busy and active... maybe I can walk this baby out 🙂
-Beth
(I’m going to attempt to set up a padlet for my class today)

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What a great thing to start for our staff Amy! I made a Padlet for my class yesterday and it’s so heartwarming to hear from our kiddos on there! This has all been so scary and stressful so exercise has been really helpful. I take Zumba classes at my gym usually so I’ve just been finding YouTube Zumba videos online and getting more work outs than usual. It’s been fun and my daughter sometimes does them with me. I found that even doing 20 minutes helps with my mood and stress. Miss you all guys and just wish this was all over!
-Kylene

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What's up Ohana...I too have been running.  My kind of social distancing is a few miles of solitude.  I also recommend yoga.  there are some fantastic YouTube yoga activities that can be done at home.  We will get through this. - Michael

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Good Morning Everyone!  I hope you are doing well.  At least the sun is shining this morning....Besides school, I am really missing my gym workouts.  Instead, we've been taking lots of walks and I've been running to help with stress relief!  But running every day has felt a little harsh on my body!  Have you found any fun ways to exercise???  Please share!

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Thanks Amy. I set this up for my class as well. Hang in there everyone!  Hugs to all of you. -Deanna

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This is really challenging. We are typically the helpers and I feel so helpless. I miss my  kiddos and the routine, but I'm trying to keep positive. I made myself a checklist of things to do everyday but not in a schedule per se. Doing a little bit of each of these has really helped. Exercise, outside time, blast some music, read, watch something funny, tackle a household chore even if in small chunks, connect with friends/family digitally and spending time with my in-the-house family. I agree with limiting the news/media. It's just too overwhelming. I miss you all. Sending you the biggest hug Deanne. I wish you could be with your family. Thank you Amy!

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Thanks Amy,

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I am missing seeing everyone as well! I am worried about all of the kiddos, what are they doing, are they at home alone unsupervised? I know we all needed a break, but this was definitely not the way to get one! *sarcasm* I am also finding it difficult to stay at home, I am trying to stay busy and on a schedule. My 19 year old's friends do not seem to think this is a big deal, so I have been attempting to give them the facts, such as NO there is not a vaccine, yes this is our future lol. Thank you Amy for creating this, we can keep in contact this way :)

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I hope I am doing this right....I too am struggling being at home. I like to stay busy and get out as much as possible! Being so pregnant I am playing it extra safe and we aren't leaving home at all right now. I am playing teacher for my own kids which is a lot more difficult than being at work. I miss all my little kiddos and hope that we will be able to return to school before this baby is born, it is hard to imagine that Friday was possibly my last day of school year with them :( . I hope you all are doing well and staying healthy. Xo Beth

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I miss you all and my students.  I am really hoping this won't last too long.  I want to finish out the year with my class!  I also do not do well without routine and socialization.    I am trying to put some home routines in place, like bible study with my kids, outside time, work time, etc.  I am also trying to do the at-home workouts my gym is posting.  Thanks for creating this, Amy!  Hang in there, friends,.

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What a great idea! It is definitely not easy being stuck at home. I am missing my class and living normal life. I am working with

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I totally forgot about Padlet! I think I will use this with my class :)

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Sending hugs and lifting everyone up in prayer :)

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Hello to everyone!  I am feeling the same way.  I told my husband last night that I have to spend some focused time away from social media today.  It has been a wonderful breath of fresh air!  I hope you are all doing well.  I miss you, your smiles, and your hugs. Monica

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Hi Everyone!  I miss you all.  I'm trying to find a routine/sense of normalcy at home.  I prefer to be busy and see LOTS of people every day!   I'm trying to spend less time on the internet/social media because it just makes me more anxious.   I've started one of these with my students and it is helping us still feel connected.  They are posting pics and sharing their thoughts.  I think it is helping us a little bit.   Please say hi!  Feel free to share your feelings, teaching findings, or whatever!  I just miss your smiling faces. Hugs to all, Amy