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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

Hi friends, I have been curious about teacher boreout based on interactions within the last year. Do you know what it is? www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

I'm interested in how we are supporting learners so they don't burn out. Here are some things to consider as you observe your learners. Join me here for a listen: www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

Happy Christmas to those that celebrate! Happy Holidays to those who don't. This is the time to be with those we love and recover from a hectic time. Enjoy the very last bit of 2025. Hugs, Lu

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

C161: Teacher burnout is real. How can we support each other during this time? www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

I am leaning into my passion by seeking a PYP librarian position for the 2026-27 school year. I want to help transform an ordinary collection into a trandisciplinary one. If this sounds like something your school would like to embrace, please send me a message.

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

C157: There are four ways that we respond in a panic-driven situation. They can all be debilitating and leave us feeling vulnerable. Let's take a moment to see how we can come out of this situation and help others as well. www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

Looking for some quick PD that will have a lasting impact? Join me for a virtual Think-In this October or November. Just type in my name in the search bar to see all of the possibilities! inthinking.net/think-ins

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

C156: Panic is one of those things that can literally stop us from moving forward. Yet we don't talk about it enough and how it impacts our lives. www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

It's one thing to own our fears, it's another to tackle them head on, so they don't weigh us down anymore. I choose to be lighter. www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

C154: Let's lean into our fears together, as we own them and move forward. www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

Some days, you need a funny to get you through. This is mine.

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 10/08/2025

If you are new to the PYP and need some extra help, consider joining my Crash Course through InThinking. A second crash course will take place on Sept 8-9, 2025. Please note: the InThinking Virtual Think-Ins do NOT constitute official IB-approved workshops. inthinking.net/think-ins/1830

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

I'm excited to return to FLIBS this Sept 28-Oct 1 to help PYP teachers better understand how to support local and global inquiry in their practice. Who would like to join me here? flibs.org/september-20...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 28/06/2025

C153: What are the odds that this post would come up from my mum the day after I mention her being a worrywart? She's still playing jokes on me from heaven. By the way, she just learned how to use emojis before she passed away, so this is a treasure.

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

C153: I'm trying to be better with leaning into the unknown. How about you? Let's talk about it. #thinkchat2020 www.buzzsprout.com/1115405/epis...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

This weekend, has been full of birthday celebrations, report cards, and education research. These books are next. I've already read three books about making spaces for learning. What is on your reading list this week?

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

Our well-being is not up for negotiation. Don't feel bad taking a break to restore and heal. This is our one and only life. www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

Let's have one more CHALLENGE before we end this series to help our specialist and supporting teachers. They are essential. #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 10/05/2025

Five years ago, I was an IB Coordinator who felt left out of the all of the appreciation celebrations for teachers and admin staff. I decided to make up my own holiday, which turned into a celebration of like-minded friends from around the world. Today, I wish you a Happy IBC Day! #thinkchat2020

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

150 episodes is something to celebrate! We will do so by helping our specialist and supporting teachers better apply conceptual understanding to their practice. Grab a notepad, because this is the longest episode to date. #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

C149: I'm excited to finally record a podcast episode after such a long time. Lots of goodies here as we explore conceptual understanding in specialist and supporting classes. #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

A4: Last week, one of my learners shared that she couldn’t stop thinking about rainbows and I love them too. She turned her ideas into this bracelet for me. It’s these small acts of kindness that make it worthwhile. #pypchat

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Yesterday, one of my learners told me that she couldn’t stop thinking about rainbows the night before, so she had to make me this bracelet. These little nuggets make all the silly parts of teaching worthwhile. FYI, I may be wearing it right now. #thinkchat2020

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

I'm excited for the our second session of our book club tomorrow. We will talk about the First Agreement. #thinkchat2020

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

This made my day and I hope it does the same for you. #thinkchat2020

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 16/02/2025

In less than a week, we will begin our new #tccbookclub. We hope you can join us for some deep chats about The Four Agreements. Register here: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

I can't wait for our #tcc book club! Please notice the change of dates. To join, please complete this survey so you can receive the Zoom link. forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Here is our question board that is still developing. My kids love it. #pypchat

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 08/02/2025

I had a moment to think deeper about the Edu-Retreat that changed my life. Take a peek. I bet you want to attend too. #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/blog/edu-ret...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

C148: What are Stories are you using to hook your learners? What are the hidden or untold stories? What are your stories? #thinkchat2020 Listen Here: www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

C148: How do we bring about more international mindedness in the specialist and supporting classrooms? Through stories. #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/blog/c148-sp...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

Get ready for the #tcc book club. We will explore the Four Agreements and how it is connected to our personality styles, interactions with others, and work/life balance. Link to join will be sent out shortly. #thinkchat2020

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

Being more intentional requires us to look beyond our personal needs all of the time. How can we be more intentional in lifting others up? #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/blog/bringin...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

For quite some time, I've been thinking about my word to set the tone for 2025. This past month, I have encountered the word intentional in different contexts, so I've decided to make it my focus in my personal and professional development. What is your word? #thinkchat2020

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

Get ready for the next #tcc book club. We will be reading the four agreements and applying it to our personal and social identities. Get your copy now. More details to follow. #thinkchat2020

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

C147: Here is the blog post with an extra strategy that I thought of after I recorded my podcast episode. More ideas the better. #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/blog/c147-sp...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

C147: Let's think about international mindedness from the lens of specialist and supporting teachers. #thinkchat2020 Take a listen: www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

SWC Day# 11: I have been leaning into the desires of my learners to redesign our space. It's taken several iterations to get it right. Here is part 2. #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/blog/swc-day...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

#thinkchat2020: I am ready to begin to commit to myself and not overcommit to others. My mind, body, and soul are worth it. www.thinkchat2020.com/blog/oca-ove...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

My mind is full as I listen to Kath Murdoch and Sean Walker speak about inquiry in the early years. This question stayed with me, "How are we providing for our learners to notice and wonder?" #thinkchat2020

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

#thinkchat2020: I've always known that lighting was important, but now I'm looking at it through a new lens after attending a training with Sean Walker and Anne van Dam this weekend. Here's an interesting read: www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/14...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Did I just hear that there was a new episode of Confessions of a PYP Teacher? Yep! We are up to episode #146. Have a listen here. #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Fresh off the press: Confession #146 for specialist and supporting teachers about the learner profile attributes. Get it while it's hot. #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/blog/c146-sp...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 11/01/2025

SWC Day 11: My learners spent the first day back resetting our learning space and setting the intention for our desks, floor space, and wall designs. Here was our first step. #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/blog/swc-day...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

Today, I witnessed people being neighborly and I wondered what the world might look like if everyone was that way. #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/blog/being-a...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

C145: Leaning into the Learner Profile Attributes with specialist and supporting teachers. It's a mini-challenge of how to break down the language into sizeable parts. I can't wait to learn about your ideas too! #thinkchat2020 Blog and Podcast: www.thinkchat2020.com

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 04/01/2025

My last day in winter wonderland before heading back home. By the way, I’m at a gas station in Austria. Not bad, eh?

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 04/01/2025

Walter Gainer II has been my mentor the past couple of years, even when he didn't know it. Here is my tribute to this amazing human for creating a space for others to share their voice. #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/blog/walter-...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 03/01/2025

#thinkchat2020: I am very behind in sharing my IB Global Conference highlights, but I wanted to do it justice. Here are the people that made it magical for me. www.thinkchat2020.com/blog/ib-glob...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 03/01/2025

#1 Twitter Crush: Here is a post about my dear friend Levi Allison. Be sure to check out this video and his podcast Recess Duty. #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/blog/educato...

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