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My first TPT Vegas Conference!

7/14/2015

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Hi everyone! I'm linking up with the Elementary Entourage and sharing a little bit about my very first TPT Conference!
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Let me first begin by saying that I LOVED every minute of my Vegas TPT conference experience! It was so inspiring and rejuvenating to be around so many educators who love teaching, teachers, and helping students learn in new and exciting ways! It really hit home when Paul (founder of TPT) said that we truly are changing the face of education through our products, blog posts, and collaborations with each other! I have to say that I am honored to be a part of this influential and passionate community. I wanted to give a quick recap of my experience!
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I was pleasantly surprised when I sat down at the Baltimore airport and was noticed by another TPTer! I have to admit that I was feeling a little nervous about the conference, so I was a little relieved when Lindsay Perro introduced herself to me! I enjoyed talking with her, and she eased my nerves a little about the conference!
Since one of my concerns before coming to the conference was what to wear, I though I'd share my outfits for each day along with my favorite moments to help those who may be wondering this same thing when the conference comes around again next year!
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I scored both of these dresses from the J Crew outlet about a month ago! With their sale combined with their 15% teacher discount, I couldn't say no! I work the one on the left to the Blogger Meetup on Wednesday night (which was amazingly insane!), and the striped one to the Primary Pack Friday evening. I loved both of them, and the best part was that they both had POCKETS! Gotta love that!
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I lucked out months ago when Alex from The Kindergarten Connection, and Suzanne from Kindergarten Planet emailed me asking if I wanted to room with them. I'm so glad we found each other, because we had so much fun together! Thursday morning we spotted Chad (Male Kindergarten Teacher) when grabbing some breakfast, and enjoyed getting to know more about him! I was also so excited to meet Jonathan and Lisa from Created for Learning! They are such a great and inspiring couple!
After sessions on Thursday, my roommates and I went to the GoNoodle Cabana meet up at the pool, and then walked around Vegas for a bit! White shorts and a cute light weight Lauren Conrad top were the perfect items to wear for a the hot Vegas sun and a night on the town! (I had to get a picture with Bumblebee for Grayson!)
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One thing that I read in the TPT forums was that the conference rooms were cold, so I knew that I wanted to wear a longer skirt to keep my legs warm. I get cold very easily, and there is nothing worse than sitting in a conference room shivering, especially when you want to be enjoying the moment you're in! (I had a jean jacket along too!) I paired this $12 skirt from Ross with my Class Couple shirt. I wanted to wear our blog/store shirt on Thursday, because we had networking opportunities in the morning, and I thought it would be easy for others to recognize me. I was right, and I love how the colors in my skirt matched my shirt!
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Paul and l, and some other fabulous TPT friends!
Friday was our second day of sessions, so I wore a maxi dress and my trusty jean jacket to keep me warm again! I learned so many things and met so many amazing sellers and bloggers that I have loved reading, and have inspired me through the years. Cara, Stephanie, Jennifer, and Alexis! These fabulous women are so driven! I am so happy to have had the privilege to meet them!
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I was very excited to meet Paul on Friday! How do you thank someone who has given you such an amazing and life changing opportunity? TPT has inspired my creativity and pushed me to become a better teacher, and never accept less than the best from myself. I can't wait to see what this coming school year has in store for me, and am already counting the days until next year's TPT conference! Hopefully Greg will join me, and both sides of The Class Couple will be represented!
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7 Comments
Farley link
7/14/2015 04:13:16 pm

what a great idea to show your outfits… that was a huge concern with everyone attending… you have great style

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Becky link
7/15/2015 06:41:45 am

Thank you so much Farley! I'm bummed we didn't meet at the conference, but there's always next year!

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Suzanne Cordes link
7/14/2015 04:31:35 pm

I loved reading this post of your experience and LOVED being your roomie!!!! You are too cute with posting about your outfits - and hey, I saw those pictures taking place! Ha! I hope Greg can come next year, but I guess that means we won't be able to room together :(
Suzanne

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Becky link
7/15/2015 06:47:26 am

Thanks Suzanne! I loved being your roomie too! We'll see what happens next year, but if I fly solo again, I hope we can have a roomie reunion! If Greg does join me, we will have to make some time to spend with each other!

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Once Upon a Classroom: A Teachers Tales link
7/15/2015 06:34:04 am

Hi Becky! I loved meeting you in Vegas! Your blog is adorable. I read your About section - loved the family pics. What a cute bunch you all are! I look forward to following and keeping in touch.
Marie
<a href="http://twoteacherperspectives.blogspot.com/">Once Upon a Classroom: A Teacher's Tales</a>

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Becky link
7/15/2015 06:51:20 am

Hi Marie! Thanks so much, and I loved meeting you too! You are such a sweet gal, and I'm also looking forward to staying in touch!

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Heather
7/16/2015 03:54:16 pm

Becky - It was so nice to meet you and hang out with you in Vegas!! Thank so much for passing along the info for the PA meet-up on Instagram!
~Heather :)

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