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principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to our first chat of the new school year! Please introduce yourself, where are you from, what do you do? #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:01 PM EDT

We are discussing our hopes & dreams for this year. Prepare to share! #mdeschat

evyabel Aug 18 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi friends! Evylyn, AP at PEW Spanish Immersion #mdeschat

Ms_Stover Aug 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Aiesha from @Title1_PGCPS #MDESchat

mrdonnelly3 Aug 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Mike from Laurel I teach 6th grade PYP #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Chris, elementary principal in Glen Burnie, MD #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi #mdeschat! Rian here from @CCMSpgcps. I am an AVID Coordinator and Elective Teacher. @pgcps Ready to grow! :)

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Walt, principal at @cristoreybalt happy to be back with the team! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@evyabel @Ms_Stover welcome! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@mrdonnelly3 welcome back, Mike! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Greg- K, MD. A pleasure and a privilege to be with you all. Hope all are well. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@missreed great to see you, Rian! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@WalterReap hey! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@jazzmeister2013 good to have you here, Greg! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Question 1 is coming up! #mdeschat

joannavrteaches Aug 18 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Looking forward to learning with top edus from MD #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@joannavrteaches thanks for joining us! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1. What did you do this summer to re-charge and prepare for the school year? #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Great to see many familiar faces, and many new faces to #mdeschat this evening! Starting off the school year positively!

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@joannavrteaches glad to have you with us tonight! #mdeschat

mrterborg Aug 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

#mdeschat Mike from here .... EL LMS

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1- Kept my schedule as free as possible to be able to just relax. Traveled a bit. Slept in. Went to MATI, got some great ideas! #mdeschat

raleshevich Aug 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: lots of family time. #MDESchat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@mrterborg welcome! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1. Hershey, PA, Smith Island, OC, & steel horse rides! #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Aug 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 watched my 2 kids while my wife worked. I aligned their naps so we could all take naps #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Hug my nephews and read books to them! Infants know how to make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@raleshevich Family time is always a plus! #mdeschat Got to enjoy that this summer as well in my travels.

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@missreed They have such contagious smiles! #mdeschat

joannavrteaches Aug 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 completed yearlong project to help kids write! Recharging now. ❤️👏 #mdeschat

raleshevich Aug 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Find a way to share this with staff! https://t.co/PlubIL0MXF #MDESchat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Same here! I loved seeing my family! Today is actually my Mom's birthday! :) #MDESchat https://t.co/vtWCeChT0x

raleshevich Aug 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: lots of family time. #MDESchat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Hello Janice #slp #teamFelegy A1 I rode 987 miles in five states! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Good to see how important family is! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@missreed Happy birthday to her! #mdeschat

joannavrteaches Aug 18 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1 took granddaughter to the zoo! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@Speak4Power #TeamFelegy is in the building! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@raleshevich welcome back, Randy! #mdeschat

TheTimDrury Aug 18 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: Chasing my own kids to sporting events, reading, lots of travel, still needed more pool time. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@Speak4Power welcome back, Janice! #mdeschat

evyabel Aug 18 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: Family trip to Vegas 😀, read Mindset and Leadership and Self-Deception, and reflect on learning-restart #mdeschat #growthmindset

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: Connected face to face with a friend @justincholbrook, time family and took time to connect w/ my friends from #pgcps. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@TheTimDrury welcome, Tim! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Question 2 coming in a few! #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Pool time was much needed and appreciated for my re-charge too! #MDESchat https://t.co/SLlPsaBaaT

TheTimDrury Aug 18 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: Chasing my own kids to sporting events, reading, lots of travel, still needed more pool time. #mdeschat

mrterborg Aug 18 @ 8:13 PM EDT

#mdeschat where are the questions?

holden_kara Aug 18 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: celebrated my 10 year wedding anniversary #mdeschat

scott_dellosso Aug 18 @ 8:13 PM EDT

My goal is to use games and tech more - "9 Innovative Activities for Novel Study" #games4ed #mdeschat #globaledchat https://t.co/Dz62veV7h8

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@mrterborg #mdeschat https://t.co/WTFLLEi0iQ

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1. What did you do this summer to re-charge and prepare for the school year? #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@holden_kara welcome, Kara! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@holden_kara Congratulations! #mdeschat

justincholbrook Aug 18 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Hey #MDeschat pardon my tardiness! Justin from Baltimore, 4th grade teacher living the dream!

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2. What are you looking forward to most this school year? #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@justincholbrook Justin's here! You're just in time for the rest of conversation. Welcome back! #mdeschat

joannavrteaches Aug 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Presented and attended a great conference! Prepared for the year- empowered. #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1 I am training to ride a century (100 miles) on my bike in Sept and Oct! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2- The joys of teaching kindergarten again this year! Always such a fun age. Got to meet 11 Ss today at open house. Excited! #mdeschat

justincholbrook Aug 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: I am looking forward to starting cogenerative circles & co-teaching with students every Friday from @chrisemdin #mdeschat

evyabel Aug 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@jazzmeister2013 Relax! That's awesome! 💤🎮🎧 I'm with you! #MDESchat

zsantiago75 Aug 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1-Family trip to Puerto Rico #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@justincholbrook welcome back, Justin! #mdeschat

TheTimDrury Aug 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@principal64 here to beg, borrow, steal and share great ideas for kids! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2. Always great to watch first graders become readers and k students growth over the year! #mdeschat

joannavrteaches Aug 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 visiting schools all over and seeing amazing teachers doing their best to meet the needs of all students #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@evyabel So important to make time to do so. #mdeschat

mrterborg Aug 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

#mdeschat ...That's what summer's for? I escaped to MI for a week. Otherwise, I took classes, went to conferences/training.

mrdonnelly3 Aug 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 Building better relationships with Ss and families. Taking new risks and hoping for success. #mdeschat

holden_kara Aug 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: working with a new staff. We had some turnover this year. Looking forward to the new energy. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@zsantiago75 welcome, Zoraida! #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Creating a school-wide implementation plan for AVID and working w/ the dynamic teachers to do so! #MDESchat https://t.co/xes0X8X0v5

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2. What are you looking forward to most this school year? #mdeschat

raleshevich Aug 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: greeting the 1,080 smiling faces on the first day of school & then following it up with building a relationship with each one. #MDESchat

zsantiago75 Aug 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: I am looking forward to become a Dual Language Specialist. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@raleshevich wow, that's a lot of faces! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@holden_kara Turnover can be quite the challenge, but it can provide quite powerful opportunities for growth. #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:18 PM EDT

:) <----- Add this one to your list! #MDESchat https://t.co/eeiwtpZeX8

raleshevich Aug 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: greeting the 1,080 smiling faces on the first day of school & then following it up with building a relationship with each one. #MDESchat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Question 3 is on its way! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: Watched @TonyRobbins and had an incredible He-motional moment tele-connecting with others on a compassionate level. #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2 looking forward to investing in collaborative partnerships, focusing on mentoring to assist & multiple method solving prob #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Being intentional! #mdeschat https://t.co/Ks0Npr9tEt

raleshevich Aug 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: greeting the 1,080 smiling faces on the first day of school & then following it up with building a relationship with each one. #MDESchat

holden_kara Aug 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@jazzmeister2013 my thoughts as well. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

The power of collaboration! #mdeschat https://t.co/lJTj8QviWD

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2 looking forward to investing in collaborative partnerships, focusing on mentoring to assist & multiple method solving prob #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 incredible student achievement resulting from powerful, focused collaboration #mdeschat

TheTimDrury Aug 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: Pushing tech use with staff and students, writing a couple tech grants, implementation of social media Student interns #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@zsantiago75 #mdeschat you lovely island!

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Driven to achieve! #mdeschat https://t.co/sYIqLGYbEJ

rachelamstutz - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 incredible student achievement resulting from powerful, focused collaboration #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

So many great things to look forward to this year! Who's got it better than us? #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@raleshevich Hey Randy welcome back! That's a lot of energy in so many students! #mdeschat

evyabel Aug 18 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2. Growing a culture of Global Learners in a Spanish Immersion environment 😀 becoming a leader #mdeschat https://t.co/mhjvlydjFV

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2. What are you looking forward to most this school year? #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@rachelamstutz welcome back! #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:21 PM EDT

You should also check out @BrendonBurchard ! He is my go to for practical steps to make positive happen! #MDESchat https://t.co/E2V3PSHg8D

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: Watched @TonyRobbins and had an incredible He-motional moment tele-connecting with others on a compassionate level. #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Borrow and give credit to #mdeschat! Stealing and begging not so much! https://t.co/a9xmXJKqw2

TheTimDrury Aug 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@principal64 here to beg, borrow, steal and share great ideas for kids! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Q3. Whether you're a teacher, administrator, or support person; how should we be spending most of our time during the first weeks? #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@rachelamstutz Hey Rachel! #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:22 PM EDT

But have you been to #teamFelegy ?#mdeschat https://t.co/t1lYVckMVH

joannavrteaches Aug 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 visiting schools all over and seeing amazing teachers doing their best to meet the needs of all students #mdeschat

joannavrteaches Aug 18 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3 building a strong, welcoming culture. This is a MUST. #mdeschat

evyabel Aug 18 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@zsantiago75 We need to connect 😀, un placer conocerte #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Aug 18 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: building relationships, setting rules & expectations (teacher) #mdeschat (I'm just popping in)

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3- Building camaraderie, rapport. Setting expectations; developing routines. Set the positive tone, build culture of learning. #mdeschat

FloradTeach Aug 18 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3 Building relationships with Ss, Parents, teachers, school staff .. Key to successful year #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3. Growing strong bonds with our students and fellow staff members #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@evyabel Evylyn meet @zsantiago75! You two should connect and share experiences! #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Can you say more about AVID? #mdeschat https://t.co/Ee1xFUCSYv

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A2: Creating a school-wide implementation plan for AVID and working w/ the dynamic teachers to do so! #MDESchat https://t.co/xes0X8X0v5
- principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:14 PM EDT
  
  Q2. What are you looking forward to most this school year? #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@learnwholeheart hey, Bonita! #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

#mdeschat PERFECT, https://t.co/irvuClqi5z

raleshevich Aug 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: greeting the 1,080 smiling faces on the first day of school & then following it up with building a relationship with each one. #MDESchat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Building a culture of trust to begin risk taking for dialogue and growth! #MDESchat https://t.co/1VC9eVLY3t

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Q3. Whether you're a teacher, administrator, or support person; how should we be spending most of our time during the first weeks? #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Aug 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Getting to know your Ss, Ps, and fellow Ts. The better the relationships you build now the easier things will be later. #mdeschat

holden_kara Aug 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: as Resource, I'm here for the teachers, especially new to our building.Ready to be positive and at their "beck and call" #mdeschat

justincholbrook Aug 18 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: Seems simple but my goal is to smile and laugh with others. It's contagious and spreads a communal feeling of happiness #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@justincholbrook Simple yet vital! #mdeschat

evyabel Aug 18 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3. Building intentional collaboration opportunities, supporting others, listening, smiling and learning #MDESchat https://t.co/dc96NILBAz

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Q3. Whether you're a teacher, administrator, or support person; how should we be spending most of our time during the first weeks? #mdeschat

raleshevich Aug 18 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: easy question - getting to know our students well! #RelationshipGoals #MDESchat

TheTimDrury Aug 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: Three words: RELATIONSHIPS. RELATIONSHIPS. RELATIONSHIPS. #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@principal64 thank you! Happy new school year! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@justincholbrook not as simple as one would think, but so important to laugh every day! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Question 4 coming in a few seconds more! #mdeschat

holden_kara Aug 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@TheTimDrury So important #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: Building relationships w/ students, establing a context for learning, introducing routines/setting expectations for learning. #mdeschat

EduGladiators Aug 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

✨Engaging Gen Z convo Sat #EduGladiators✨Join us! #morethanahashtag #globaledchat #kyedchat #langchat #mdeschat https://t.co/kpptg9vFbu

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3 checking in with faculty, Ss and families. Celebrating successes and supporting peeps that had misfortune. RECONNECTING! #mdeschat

mrterborg Aug 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3 #mdeschat Organization, establish routines, building anticipation/excitement. Then testing, etc.

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@FloradTeach Glad you could join in the learning! #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Popper! Good to see you B #mdeschat https://t.co/dpFDqdZxjh

learnwholeheart Aug 18 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: building relationships, setting rules & expectations (teacher) #mdeschat (I'm just popping in)

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:28 PM EDT

So many great answers and many reinforcing the importance of relationships! #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:28 PM EDT

I walked around & talking with each teacher that I will be interacting w closely BEFORE sending an e-mail. #MDESchat https://t.co/IJcFUcuXw1

TheTimDrury Aug 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: Three words: RELATIONSHIPS. RELATIONSHIPS. RELATIONSHIPS. #mdeschat

raleshevich Aug 18 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Love this! #mdeschat https://t.co/5n7nurTKaY

justincholbrook Aug 18 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: Seems simple but my goal is to smile and laugh with others. It's contagious and spreads a communal feeling of happiness #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Yes! Be connectional! Welcome @FloradTeach! #mdeschat https://t.co/rOg1xbihTx

FloradTeach Aug 18 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3 Building relationships with Ss, Parents, teachers, school staff .. Key to successful year #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Q4. How do we build a "learning culture" in our schools & classrooms? #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@WalterReap hello friend!!! New school? #mdeschat

joannavrteaches Aug 18 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3 allow Ss to take ownership in their class and their learning. They should help set the norms of the class. #mdeschat

education_geek Aug 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

We do Ss a great disservice when we make assumptions about academic success based on non-academic attributes like behavior.#edchat #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Aug 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4 We show how we make mistakes and learn from them. Then encourage Ss to do the same. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4- Set the tone from day one. Build Ss ownership in the learning experience; building S leaders. Class mission statement. #mdeschat

justincholbrook Aug 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Walk your talk and learn alongside your students. Take a seat in their place and model as a lead learner #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3 eat lunch and self care each day. Fuel my day! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Yes indeed! No fear of failure. Powerful! #mdeschat https://t.co/ZlS3BXKkpX

mrdonnelly3 Aug 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4 We show how we make mistakes and learn from them. Then encourage Ss to do the same. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3: Learn faculty and staff work style preferences and set structures for collaborative work! #mdeschat #DataWise

raleshevich Aug 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: be a learner yourself! Modeling is teaching!!! #mdeschat https://t.co/SCYL7OlXQb

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Q4. How do we build a "learning culture" in our schools & classrooms? #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4. Develop a diagnostic/prescriptive approach to teaching while remembering that learning should be fun #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4 sold on morning meeting daily and school meeting regularly #responsiveclassroom #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@WalterReap Teamwork makes the dream work. #mdeschat

holden_kara Aug 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: It all starts with great PD that is focused throughout the year. All teachers know the laser focus of the year #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@rachelamstutz Yes a new school experience! #mdeschat

joannavrteaches Aug 18 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4 culture comes from ownership and buy in. Ss must have active role in creating environment for learning. #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4: Understanding that the journey to the "answer" is more about we than me. #MDESchat https://t.co/Ygm2ctlQvV

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Q4. How do we build a "learning culture" in our schools & classrooms? #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Aug 18 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@rachelamstutz So with specials first thing each day how would you do morning meeting? #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4 not only give teachers permission to build relationships and strong class communities, model it, expect it #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Like this. Model and expect! #mdeschat https://t.co/NaHxUN3ZOt

rachelamstutz - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4 not only give teachers permission to build relationships and strong class communities, model it, expect it #mdeschat

FloradTeach Aug 18 @ 8:33 PM EDT

#mdeschat https://t.co/Q0wlWEGkQ6

FloradTeach Aug 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4 Build environment that is safe where risk taking is encouraged,mistakes are welcomed & learned from, where we reflect & collab#mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:33 PM EDT

I LOVE LOVE LOVE Morning Meetings!!! :) Did I say I love morning meetings?!! #MDESchat https://t.co/mVYGF1I3Ky

rachelamstutz - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4 sold on morning meeting daily and school meeting regularly #responsiveclassroom #mdeschat

raleshevich Aug 18 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@justincholbrook seams like we are on the same page tonight! #mdeschat

mrterborg Aug 18 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@education_geek Sometimes Ss can't sit still literally. #mdeschat https://t.co/yOPHwdDgWx

rachelamstutz - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@mrdonnelly3 we built our schedule around it. Delay CA 20 mins, adjust lunch, built instructional schedule around it. #mdeschat

zsantiago75 Aug 18 @ 8:34 PM EDT

#mdeschat A3- Building relationship with my students and my ELL (English Language Learner families).

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@joannavrteaches great reminder, don't forget to include students in decision making #mdeschat

TheEducator101 Aug 18 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Reading "Other People's Children." Will teach staff to understand, connect and teach students so they can reach their potential. #mdeschat

MKandMarma Aug 18 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3: relationships w/Ss, Ts. Teaching freshmen & I'm new to the school, simple statement 'we'll learn together' made a good link #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Question 5 about to go live! #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Aug 18 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@rachelamstutz Nice, I'm doing a quick modified one, and finishing it after. Then going to beef up closing circle #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4 Be the Learner In Chief! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@missreed Morning meeting/circle time is a wonderful time of learning, engagement, and collaboration! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@TheEducator101 welcome! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4: Define engagement, build trust for risk-taking and consensus around learning behaviors; identify evidence of engagement. #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@missreed everyone needs time to adjust to new day,be greeted,feel welcomed.Offers social emotional modeling embedded in academics #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@MKandMarma welcome! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Q5. Okay, fast forward to the last day of this coming school year. What 3 words will your students use to describe you? #mdeschat

zsantiago75 Aug 18 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4- Supporting successful change and improvement efforts.#mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5- Supportive, encouraging, driven. #mdeschat

joannavrteaches Aug 18 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5 See you tomorrow! #mdeschat

justincholbrook Aug 18 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5: I'm not leaving #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:38 PM EDT

classroom environment is ALWAYS positive --- student feels valued! AND Social skills are practiced too! #MDESchat https://t.co/HtNqs559Kb

rachelamstutz - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@missreed everyone needs time to adjust to new day,be greeted,feel welcomed.Offers social emotional modeling embedded in academics #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Aug 18 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5 Risk-Taker, inquirer, and balanced. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5. Hopefully, funny, snazzy dresser, and nice #mdeschat

joannavrteaches Aug 18 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5 loving, funny, techy #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5 believes in me! Mrs. Creamer believes in me! #mdeschat

justincholbrook Aug 18 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@principal64 join #bowtietuesday this year! #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5: ---Made A Difference--- #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@mrdonnelly3 PYP gold :) #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5: Calm, supportive, and atypical would be the three words I HOPE Ss use to describe me! #mdeschat

holden_kara Aug 18 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5: Inspiring, loving, funny #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Aug 18 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@rachelamstutz haha! I was trying to think of words, then realized the Learner Profile just made sense. #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@mrdonnelly3 #ResponsiveClassroom teacher and leadership conference coming this fall!! #mdeschat

raleshevich Aug 18 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5: funny, fantastic, friend #MDESchat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Such a descriptive group of inspiring educators here tonight! #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Aug 18 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@rachelamstutz Do you know when and where? #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@WalterReap #mdeschat https://t.co/seUr7fXjZs

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Question 6 in a few more ticks! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@raleshevich good to see that humor matters to many of us! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@Speak4Power @WalterReap Establishing authentic relationships! #mdeschat

evyabel Aug 18 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A5. Creative, funny, friend #mdeschat https://t.co/VoYu0GDD0e

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Q5. Okay, fast forward to the last day of this coming school year. What 3 words will your students use to describe you? #mdeschat

Curley_Liz Aug 18 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Fun, caring, encouraging #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q6. What words of advice do you have for first year teachers as they prepare for their big day? #mdeschat

Curley_Liz Aug 18 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Oops that last one was A5 #Newhere #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@mrdonnelly3 I do!! #mdeschat https://t.co/Kokrbe9hrF

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@Curley_Liz welcome, Liz! #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:45 PM EDT

I would really love to have one #mdeschat meetup for lunch this year. I can drive and actually talk face to face! Sometimes!

zsantiago75 Aug 18 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5- High achiever, compassionate and expressive #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Aug 18 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6 Consider this day a benchmark. Make sure each day, week, and year you reflect and try to improve. You will never truly fail #mdeschat

justincholbrook Aug 18 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6: Not every lesson is going to be perfect. Don't be afraid to think on the fly and trust your kids' instincts. #mdeschat

Ms_Stover Aug 18 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5: supportive, encouraging, funny #MDESchat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:46 PM EDT

How great is this image?!!!! :) #GoodMorning #MDESchat https://t.co/uSKKqZaWVM

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@WalterReap #mdeschat https://t.co/seUr7fXjZs

holden_kara Aug 18 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: BREATHE, take it all in. You'll have great days and not so great days. Hopefully the good will outweigh the bad #mdeschat

Ms_Stover Aug 18 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: Breathe! #MDESchat

TheEducator101 Aug 18 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5- I hope they will describe me as: caring, knowledgable and awesome! 💁🏾 #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6. Breathe, stay focused on the students, despite what others may say, it is okay to smile before December #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6 spend time explaining,modeling expectations. Laugh a lot!Be consistentLove what you do,let it show!Read The First Six Weeks! #mdeschat

joannavrteaches Aug 18 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6 enjoy it, it won't go the way you plan it, go with the flow. Be the class that Ss want to come back to. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6- Be flexible and be enthusiastic! Ss feed off your energy. Be prepared. Ss know when you are ready or not. Have fun! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Lots of advice to "breathe" 😮 #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6: Spend time getting to know Ss. Find ways to introduce the authentic YOU to them. Connect with parents creating access to YOU! #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Aug 18 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@rachelamstutz The First Six Weeks totally planned my first week this year. I plan on using a ton of the activities in there. #mdeschat

FloradTeach Aug 18 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6 Breathe, choose 1 goal or something you want 2 do well & work on it, build positive relationships with Ss & Ps, seek out others #mdeschat

joannavrteaches Aug 18 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Thanks for an inspiring chat! Have a fantastic school year! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@Ms_Stover Good to see you! #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6: You were gifted to inspire greatness! Be human and value the human in your students! You will all GROW together! #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6 Being an Educator's a marathon. You want to last a lifetime! Taking care of yourself is an investment in the Ss. Take breaks #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@principal64 Agreed! Smiling should happen daily. Focused, firm, fair; growth minded. #mdeschat

joannavrteaches Aug 18 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A6 don't be afraid to ask for and to accept help! #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Truth!#mdeschat https://t.co/NRCwk6FhdA

justincholbrook Aug 18 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6: Not every lesson is going to be perfect. Don't be afraid to think on the fly and trust your kids' instincts. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Question 7 (our final) is coming up and it requires a little work! #mdeschat

evyabel Aug 18 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A6. Live this adventure one day at the time, take pictures and enjoy the ride #mdeschat https://t.co/IaGuEFrUgE

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q6. What words of advice do you have for first year teachers as they prepare for their big day? #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:51 PM EDT

WHAT? Already? Nooooooo. Don't end #MDESchat! https://t.co/ffCdlbiL5G

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Question 7 (our final) is coming up and it requires a little work! #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:52 PM EDT

#mdeschat can I piggyback on this. We can only point the way, not everyone will choose to follow now. Maybe later. https://t.co/HEvMR9ShhY

holden_kara Aug 18 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: BREATHE, take it all in. You'll have great days and not so great days. Hopefully the good will outweigh the bad #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Fantastic conversation tonight on #mdeschat! Good to be back in the habit tonight!

raleshevich Aug 18 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A6: enjoy the ride! Don't jump off. It will be worth it in the end. Be real, be you, know them. It's all good! #MDESchat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Pictures are really special in documenting and valuing the growth from beginning to end! #MDESchat https://t.co/9q4aLVCq0m

evyabel Aug 18 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A6. Live this adventure one day at the time, take pictures and enjoy the ride #mdeschat https://t.co/IaGuEFrUgE
- principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:45 PM EDT
  
  Q6. What words of advice do you have for first year teachers as they prepare for their big day? #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#mdeschat respiratory tx https://t.co/zvrLehaHF3

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Lots of advice to "breathe" 😮 #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Q7. Okay, it's not really a question, please share a quote and/or picture to get us excited about this year! Don't forget to add #mdeschat

Curley_Liz Aug 18 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A6 build relationships and your classroom culture and be confident! #mdeschat

holden_kara Aug 18 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@raleshevich well said!#MDESchat

TheEducator101 Aug 18 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A6-Advice I would give a new teacher to prepare for the first day- It's not about you. Focus on who is walking thorough the door. #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:54 PM EDT

#mdeschat where is the adore icon!?! https://t.co/SaWxQ3mFof

evyabel Aug 18 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A6. Live this adventure one day at the time, take pictures and enjoy the ride #mdeschat https://t.co/IaGuEFrUgE
- principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:45 PM EDT
  
  Q6. What words of advice do you have for first year teachers as they prepare for their big day? #mdeschat

zsantiago75 Aug 18 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A7- “Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.” ~William James. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:55 PM EDT

The best schools are full of teacher leaders! #mdeschat https://t.co/cZKyEPZQr5

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A7- "If you're going to achieve excellence in big things, you develop the habit in little matters. Excellence is not..." #mdeschat (1 of 2)

justincholbrook Aug 18 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A7: "Take advantage of the opportunity of a lifetime in the lifetime of the opportunity!" from @Ericthomasbtc every year is new! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A7- "...the exception. It is a prevailing attitude." - Colin Powell #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:57 PM EDT

For all the abnormal people here. :) #mdeschat https://t.co/9rS7vMY5Gk

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Thanks to everyone who shared their passion for teaching tonight! Go forth and be your awesome selves! #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Aug 18 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A7: I heard on the #kidsdeserveit podcast from one guest that he tells people "I'm fantastic" in response to "How are you?" #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:58 PM EDT

#mdeschat https://t.co/9tHtpTF1dH

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Remember to follow anyone you met tonight! Expand your PLN! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Be sure to check out #BmoreEdchat with @justincholbrook on Weds 9-10 pm #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Aug 18 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A mic drop moment! #mdeschat https://t.co/k8Gj0hMbGv

WalterReap - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:58 PM EDT

#mdeschat https://t.co/9tHtpTF1dH

raleshevich Aug 18 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A7: "We don't see things as they are, we see them as we are." ~Anais Nin #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Aug 18 @ 8:59 PM EDT

#mdeschat https://t.co/kuiJE7E3cT