January 64 oz. of water a day challenge!

For all the teachers taking the challenge, I think not drinking is a common problem. My 77 yo mother is going to have some bladder surgery tomorrow. I don't know a lot of the details, and I know it would probably be TMI anyway, BUT, I truly believe that it's highly likely that if she hadn't been a teacher, she may not have developed the problem that's necessitating the surgery. So....

If you teach at the secondary level, consider making sure you drink at every class change. Okay, that didn't work for me, but it might for you. We have 4 minute class changes, and are required to stand in the door to monitor the halls during that transition. I teach 8th graders, so you know there's a lot that goes on during that time. For you elementary teachers, you're taking the kids everywhere you go, but maybe if you grab your water before you go?

If you're like me, and you still get so involved in the kids that you forget even during those transition times, consider writing it on the board. That's my plan. I teach primarily through technology so I rarely use my whiteboard anymore except for announcements. My students don't even want to use it, well, except to write their names, lol. So I'm going to write in large letters, PLEASE REMIND ME TO DRINK WATER so that each new class will tell me and help me get in the habit.

I have several students who are also overweight. I"m considering writing my weight on the board each week as well....to kind of share the weight loss challenge with them. Maybe inspire them to do the same.

Anyway, just some thoughts. I know it's particularly hard for teachers. Feel free to share with us what works for you. How do YOU remember to drink your 64 oz.?

Kizzy_muzz, I love your water ticker!

'Scuse me, I've gotta go to the bathroom.