Lu Gerlach
@thinkchat2020.bsky.social
Founder of thinkchat. Inquirer. IBEN. CBCI Coach. Educator
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.
October 30, 2025 at 1:19 AM
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.
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
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
October 4, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
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
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
October 4, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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
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
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
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
September 24, 2025 at 8:11 AM
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
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
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
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
September 24, 2025 at 8:06 AM
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
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
C154: Let's lean into our fears together, as we own them and move forward.
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
September 24, 2025 at 8:05 AM
C154: Let's lean into our fears together, as we own them and move forward.
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
Some days, you need a funny to get you through. This is mine.
August 26, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Some days, you need a funny to get you through. This is mine.
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
Please note: the InThinking Virtual Think-Ins do NOT constitute official IB-approved workshops.
inthinking.net/think-ins/1830
August 10, 2025 at 10:56 AM
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
Please note: the InThinking Virtual Think-Ins do NOT constitute official IB-approved workshops.
inthinking.net/think-ins/1830
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...
flibs.org/september-20...
August 9, 2025 at 8:10 AM
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...
flibs.org/september-20...
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.
By the way, she just learned how to use emojis before she passed away, so this is a treasure.
June 28, 2025 at 11:58 AM
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.
By the way, she just learned how to use emojis before she passed away, so this is a treasure.
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...
www.buzzsprout.com/1115405/epis...
June 27, 2025 at 11:41 AM
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...
www.buzzsprout.com/1115405/epis...
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?
June 15, 2025 at 6:49 PM
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?
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
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
June 4, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
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
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
May 11, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
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
#thinkchat2020
May 10, 2025 at 8:24 PM
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
#thinkchat2020
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
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
April 17, 2025 at 10:09 AM
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
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
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
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
April 9, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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
www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html
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
March 20, 2025 at 5:09 AM
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
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
FYI, I may be wearing it right now. #thinkchat2020
March 13, 2025 at 8:54 AM
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
FYI, I may be wearing it right now. #thinkchat2020
I'm excited for the our second session of our book club tomorrow. We will talk about the First Agreement. #thinkchat2020
March 7, 2025 at 11:02 PM
I'm excited for the our second session of our book club tomorrow. We will talk about the First Agreement. #thinkchat2020
This made my day and I hope it does the same for you. #thinkchat2020
February 21, 2025 at 2:20 AM
This made my day and I hope it does the same for you. #thinkchat2020
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...
Register here: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
February 16, 2025 at 9:59 PM
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...
Register here: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
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.
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February 15, 2025 at 5:29 AM
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...
forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
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...
www.thinkchat2020.com/blog/edu-ret...
February 8, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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...
www.thinkchat2020.com/blog/edu-ret...