1st Grade Teacher, Messiah College Grad, Regent University Grad, @Seesaw Ambassador, Wife to @MrPStrunk, Christmas Lover, McDonald's Enthusiast!

Joined February 2018
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Loved having @MrPStrunk visit our #firstgrade class today! Everyone enjoyed his enthusiastic read aloud of "What Should Danny Do?" He was even invited by students to stay for recess!
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Laura Beth Strunk, M.Ed. retweeted
And on that note... #waledchat officially enters retirement. Thank you so much for being here tonight to send #waledchat off. This has been a special community, I hope you have seen that over the years. Thank you all so much for your time over the years. I wish you all the best!
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A1: I’ve grown in my ability to reflect on both the good and bad. Failing at one moment or one lesson does not mean you’re a bad teacher. It presents an opportunity to replan and try again. #waledchat
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Laura Beth from Winchester, VA. I taught first grade for 7 years. I’ve been a member of the #waledchat family since the beginning, but have been a fan of @MrPStrunk for much longer!
Intros: Welcome to #waledchat! Go ahead and share your name, location, role in ed, and about how long you have been a member of the #waledchat fam.
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A1: I am home with our son this year instead of teaching at school, but I love watching him learn so quickly! He knows so many knew words and loves to read books. #waledchat
Q1: Share a win you have had so far this school year. #waledchat
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Laura Beth from Winchester, VA. I taught 1st grade for the past 7 years but am staying home to be with our son this year! Favorite thing to bring to a staff potluck is soup or cookies! #waledchat
Intros: Welcome to #waledchat! It’s great to be back! Please share your name, location, role in education, and share your favorite thing to bring to a staff potluck.
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We had a history lesson for National Teddy Bear day! In his Little President book, Zeke learned that a shop owner named teddy bears after Theodore Roosevelt. 🧸 @MrPStrunk
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A2: Getting into a daily and weekly routine. #waledchat
Q2: What's something you are doing to prepare for that excitement? #waledchat
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A1: I am staying home with our son this year, but I am excited for @MrPStrunk to come home and tell me about his school day! #waledchat
Q1: What's something you are very excited about as the year begins? #waledchat
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Laura Beth from Winchester, VA. I’ve taught first grade for 7 years. My favorite color is hot pink! #waledchat
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A1: Encouragement through words of affirmation and cards. #waledchat
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Laura Beth from Winchester, VA. I have taught 1st grade for 7 years. I love egg rolls and general tso chicken! #waledchat
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A2: I love having students use whiteboards for many activities. We always start (and end) by testing out their markers with a picture! #waledchat
Q2: How do you incorporate play into your class/educational environment? #waledchat
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Laura Beth from Winchester, VA. I’ve taught 1st grade for the past 7 years. My favorite Olympic sport is gymnastics! #waledchat
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Laura Beth from Frederick County, VA. I just finished up my 7th year teaching first grade. I love going to Disney World but my favorite annual vacation is to the beach! We always go to Stone Harbor, NJ. #waledchat
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A4: Take a step back and process it with @MrPStrunk and close friends at work. #waledchat
Q4: What do YOU do when those crushing pressures show their ugly faces? #waledchat
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A2: I loved virtual teaching! It allowed me to think creatively as well as have the opportunity to teach without as much pressure to manage behaviors within the classroom. #waledchat
Q2: How did some of those pressures refine you and help you improve? #waledchat
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A2: Figuring out virtual learning, becoming a mom, and balancing going back to work. #waledchat
Q1: What are some specific pressures you encountered this year? #waledchat
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LB from Frederick County, VA. I am finishing up my 7th year teaching first grade. I often pack Greek yogurt with fruit or hummus with pita chips and veggies. I am looking forward to a summer without packed lunches! #waledchat
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Laura Beth Strunk, M.Ed. retweeted
Intros: Welcome to #waledchat! Please go ahead and share your name, role in education, location, and your go-to lunch option.
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A2: I keep to do lists and I like to label things. #waledchat
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