So I start staff development this week. I don't know about you, but I LOVE every minute! I really, REALLY do! But it's going to be even better this year, because I made this BINGO game for my team and I to play.
The rules are simple...when you hear one of the words, mark that spot. Whoever gets 5 in-a-row in any direction wins!
Here are some tips for playing...
DO listen closely and carefully to all of the presenters. They are telling you relevent and important information that I'm sure you've never heard before. And...you don't want to miss any words.
DON'T use an actual BINGO dobber. That might look a tad bit unprofessional.
DO be inconspicuous. Hide the BINGO card under your data binder. When you hear a word on your card, nod your head in agreement and thoughtfully highlight that word as if it's very important for you to remember later. Your principal will be very impressed.
DON'T bring a troll doll and rub it's belly for good luck.
DO make a plan for the winner. Perhaps a cold Sonic drink (or adult beverage) later.
DON'T, under any circumstances, jump up and scream BINGO!! while your principal is going over last year's test scores.
If you would like your own copy of Staff Development BINGO...you may download it for free! I'm sure it will help you focus much better while you're making plans for lunch determing how to use the data and lastest research-based pedagogy to help all of your students reach their highest potential.
Ok I am laughing so hard right now. I am totally copying this and we are going to play it while we are stuck in I mean enjoying the meetings we will sit in all day tomorrow... :) You are awesome!
Posted by: Robin Carrier | 08/12/2013 at 12:13 AM
This is just too funny for words!!! LOVE your sense of humor!
Posted by: cathy | 08/12/2013 at 10:57 AM
You are funny!! I love it and plan to share it! Thanks for making our 4 LONG days of inservice much more fun!!
Posted by: darcy | 08/13/2013 at 05:39 AM
LOL - I love your sense of humor (a few parts snark mixed with a few parts good-natured fun mixed with a dash of an appreciation for the absurdity of education...I mean life). I want you to know that I shared your post with my husband who is a college professor. He is heading off to an overnight retreat today and he was not looking forward to it. After reading your post last night, he was inspired. It is amazing how many of the words on your bingo charts apply equally well to higher ed (barring recess and swapping a few acronyms for others). He was talking about getting prizes and creating an I-Pad App. Oh, the possibilities! Thanks for helping my hubbie endure!
Posted by: Mrs. Armstrong | 08/14/2013 at 09:30 AM
I just spit out my drink! I teach kindergarten in Florida and it is so funny to think how much things are the same!
Posted by: Aprit | 02/20/2014 at 04:34 PM