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2peasandadog - Moderator May 2 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome Everyone! Excited you are here. Kristy, co-host, Canadian middle school teacher I blog at https://t.co/4oVU89COk3 #2ndaryela

elaclassroom May 2 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Illinois! I have freshmen and sophomores this year. I write https://t.co/QVjkSzPMQq. #2ndaryela

techmindedteach May 2 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi! It's Tziri. I teach 11th and 12th ELA in NYC. #2ndaryELA

literarymaven - Moderator May 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT

I'm Brynn Allison, chat co-host. 8 yrs teaching HS English & reading interventions in Philly. Blog: https://t.co/cyx1WlwPgI #2ndaryELA

SpanglerMiddle May 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT

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SpanglerMiddle May 2 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi! Lisa from FL - I teach 6th ELA and blog here: https://t.co/T0SGs1rrCs

2peasandadog - Moderator May 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1: What final papers and projects do you do at the end of the year? Share favorites. #2ndaryELA

JenniferFox13 May 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT

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literarymaven - Moderator May 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1 Favorite end of yr project = literary theme park https://t.co/pHqR12u0Aj Students pick their fav text to use #2ndaryELA

elaclassroom May 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: in middle school, we wrote reflections & ten year dreams. HS- we must give finals. #2ndaryela

WritingwDesign May 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Hi, everyone! We're the smiling staff of Writing with Design, creators of the most comprehensive writing program for Ts & Ss! #2ndaryELA

2peasandadog - Moderator May 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: I do a non-fiction "become the teacher project". They read a non-fiction book and create a lesson for the class #2ndaryELA

amberh00ks May 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Amber - learning Coach from Huntsville, Tx. Just leaving a meeting at the high school. Excited to see what everyone has to say. #2ndaryELA

techmindedteach May 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Seniors have been done for a few weeks, but ended the year with Genius Hour reflections for some and research paper for others #2ndaryELA

SpanglerMiddle May 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: This yr. we are doing a mini-resrch proj where Ss work in groups to plan a vacay to part. locale to combine with...#2ndaryELA

techmindedteach May 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1b: For Juniors it's lots of Regents prep 😒 #2ndaryELA

SpanglerMiddle May 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1...our digital tools cert. so they will use Word, PP, Excel & Access to share their research. #2ndaryELA

SpanglerMiddle May 2 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Favorites: Making books with https://t.co/7S0aFdPWNv and creating companies with @bizworldorg #2ndaryELA

amberh00ks May 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Explore with a PBL project, lit circles. Had one E3 class write children's books for PreK class #2ndaryELA

2peasandadog - Moderator May 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Q2: Do you have final exams at the end of the year? How do you make review interesting for students? #2ndaryELA

amberh00ks May 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Ss create games over different concepts and skills throughout the year. Or write a letter to next years class. #2ndaryELA

2peasandadog - Moderator May 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A2: To make exam review fun I have students work through review stations in groups. #2ndaryELA

literarymaven - Moderator May 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A2 No final exams for MS but using @Kahoot! or @quizlet live always makes review fun #2ndaryela

2peasandadog - Moderator May 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A2: More ideas here: https://t.co/YY6SySwTTQ #2ndaryELA

amberh00ks May 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A2. Yes and following for interesting/engaging review ideas. #2ndaryELA

techmindedteach May 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A2: Snrs just do their final paper, Jnrs have NY Regents which is intense. Wish there were ways to make it more interesting... #2ndaryELA

techmindedteach May 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A2b: Regents are all skills based so review is all practice essays #2ndaryELA

elaclassroom May 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A2: We are playing Kahoot! We also will complete study guides together. #collegeprep #2ndaryELA

slobodzianm May 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2: My final is them creating their own "perfect" society. They are writing a paper and preparing a speech with media. #2ndaryELA

amberh00ks May 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2b. Ss could play the games they make that I mentioned in A1 for a review. Games could be hands on or techie #2ndaryELA

WritingwDesign May 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Sharing this one! #2ndaryELA #teacherlife

2peasandadog - Moderator May 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A2: More ideas here: https://t.co/YY6SySwTTQ #2ndaryELA

SpanglerMiddle May 2 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: My "final" is our state test. I used @ClassDojo to gamify test prep: asked questions & then awarded Ss based on Dojo pts.#2ndaryELA

2peasandadog - Moderator May 2 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Q3: Share tips on how you stay healthy during this busy season. #2ndaryELA

amberh00ks May 2 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: one of my teachers is plannning her final as student reflections on the year. #2ndaryELA

massignmenthelp May 2 @ 8:15 PM EDT

#edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat #ASCDL2L #busedu #DI4ALL Tips for Learning Mathematics to Students https://t.co/4jSNAvgzTZ

SpanglerMiddle May 2 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Also made videos, used @brainpop videos & @Flocabulary #2ndaryELA

literarymaven - Moderator May 2 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A3 Summer fruit is in season, so lots of melon and salads! Hoping to also try out a jogging stroller w/my little one this week #2ndaryELA

BrackensClass May 2 @ 8:16 PM EDT

I have a final over the last six weeks material usually because it's different from usual stuff. I try to use kahoot to review. #2ndaryELA

techmindedteach May 2 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A3: I don't? 🙄 #2ndaryELA

literarymaven - Moderator May 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A3 cont Take grading outdoors! The sunshine makes it more bearable #2ndaryela

SpanglerMiddle May 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A3: Healthy? Well.... I use (too much) hand sanitizer - does that count? :) :) #2ndaryELA

elaclassroom May 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A3: I keep turning down sweets. They are everywhere this time of year. 🍰🍦🍩🍪 #2ndaryELA

amberh00ks May 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A3: walk outside during lunch or conference period. #2ndaryELA

2peasandadog - Moderator May 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A3: It is important to take time for self care even if time seems impossible #2ndaryELA

2peasandadog - Moderator May 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A3: Tips to Avoid Teacher Burn Out https://t.co/lLeyndGZUb #2ndaryELA

2peasandadog - Moderator May 2 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q4: Do you have any special end of the year celebrations in your classroom? Academics related or just for fun? #2ndaryELA

AssignmentHelpN May 2 @ 8:20 PM EDT

#edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat #ASCDL2L #busedu #DI4ALL 9 Points Professors Look for in a Term Paper https://t.co/TIlvLrRta3

listenwiselearn May 2 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Our Listenwise Assessment Aligns with Components of CCSS and SBAC Claim #3 Evidence. Read on the blog: https://t.co/NS6HNWngW5 #2ndaryELA

techmindedteach May 2 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3: I try to get to bed at a normal time no matter how high the grading pile. #2ndaryELA

BrackensClass May 2 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3: Personally baseball helps the most, but I try to maintain the class routines established. Doesn't always work but I try. #2ndaryELA

literarymaven - Moderator May 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A4 Our 8th graders have a graduation ceremony with awards #2ndaryela

SpanglerMiddle May 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A4: I have Ss write a letter to themselves at begin. of yr. & I return on one of last days of school. #2ndaryELA

2peasandadog - Moderator May 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Our 8th graders also have a grad, dance and awards. #2ndaryELA

In reply to @literarymaven

SpanglerMiddle May 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A4: I also have a ticket reward system and have an "ultimate drawing" on the last day with all prizes in brown paper lunch bags. #2ndaryELA

elaclassroom May 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A4: We are not! I think my school wants business as usual. They will get a small gift from me. #2ndaryELA

techmindedteach May 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT

I like to read my seniors "Oh, The Places You'll Go!" #2ndaryELA

BrackensClass May 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A4: I have a final lesson that consists of little life things that I want them to know. And reminds them that I'm proud of them. #2ndaryELA

WritingwDesign May 2 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Q4: cosplay costume contest, let's the Ss become characters from any genre, time, etc. & really make a diff world in the class #2ndaryELA

SpanglerMiddle May 2 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A4: Prizes in bags so that no one knows what anyone is gonna get! Keeps it fair as possible due to timing of tickts. #2ndaryELA

WritingwDesign May 2 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Whoops, meant A4 on that last one! #2ndaryELA

2peasandadog - Moderator May 2 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q5: Share a lesson or tip for what to do with students on those really hot days. #2ndaryELA

JayeBarbeau May 2 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A4 We do a roundtable where we write compliments for each student on their own sheet. Borrowed from The Story of Mark Eklund, #2ndaryela

elaclassroom May 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A5: Brainstorm outside with sidewalk chalk!! #2ndaryELA

JayeBarbeau May 2 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Poems with chalk outside about summer #2ndaryela

SpanglerMiddle May 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A5: Turn down the A/C! :) :) #2ndaryELA

WritingwDesign May 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Love this idea! #2ndaryELA

elaclassroom May 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A5: Brainstorm outside with sidewalk chalk!! #2ndaryELA

SpanglerMiddle May 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@gastonteach I award tickets for following directions, getting a Q correct, 100% scores, sm acts of kindness...#2ndaryELA

In reply to @amberh00ks, @GastonTeach

SpanglerMiddle May 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Here's a post about my system: https://t.co/EUrfkuG7B3 #2ndaryELA

In reply to @amberh00ks, @GastonTeach

SpanglerMiddle May 2 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Thanks #2ndaryELA - and much love to the hostesses: @2peasandadog and @literarymaven