A2: I think that part of why #ExpectingExcellence is so critical is that doing otherwise is kind of a put-down. It doesn't just "demand" greater effort from ourselves and students, but also suggests what we think they're capable of. #CCMSChat #Culturize

A3: I strive to model patience in responding to others because it feels like snappy, harsh, responses are almost the norm. We need to remember that most people are not out to get us or offend us, and to help students see this too. #CCMSChat #Culturize

A4: I simply remind myself that our students really do want to spend the school day learning, and that part of that process is the fun banter and curiosity that helps to enliven any class period, even when many kids might "front" like they don't enjoy school. #CCMSChat #Culturize

What are the chances that today's Kahoot! podium would be all Em(m)as? Pronoun geniuses here!

Don't let your brain atrophy over the extra-long weekend! Check homework assignment on Moodle and find yourself a great book to read.

Now read O. Henry's "Hearts and Hands" and explain the irony there! Link and details on Moodle.

Why did the blonde always buy shoes in a men's size 14? Bring in your answer (with an explanation of the critical thinking behind it) to get extra credit tomorrow. Warning: correct answer does not disparage any group of people.

Answer to yesterday's riddle: he has big feet. Most people assume that the person in question is female, and therefore don't give the simplest and most plausible answer.

Let's see those haiku pictures! Extra credit for anyone with the guts to tweet theirs to a wider audience beyond Moodle.