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TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:31 PM EST

Hey, #RuralEdchat so glad to have you here. Let's start with some introductions.

robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:32 PM EST

Hi #ruraledchat and @TG_Neil :) Robin here from chilly Wisconsin!

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TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:33 PM EST

I hear the chilly weather is headed this way by the end of the week. #RuralEdchat

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robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:34 PM EST

How cold is it supposed to get in FL? #ruraledchat #weatherchat ;)

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valerietilton Dec 13 @ 8:35 PM EST

Hi #RuralEdchat ! Sorry I'm late to the party! Val from FL here!

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:35 PM EST

50's...I know brutal right? #RuralEdChat (Don't hate me just because I'm in the south.)

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robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:36 PM EST

Hey Val! Thanks for bringing the party! #ruraledchat

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edventures - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:36 PM EST

Hey there #RuralEdChat friends, I'm not sure how much I'll be in tonight. Just got home from a school board meeting.

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:36 PM EST

Hey, Valerie! How are you tonight? #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:37 PM EST

Hey John! Put those feet up, find a lap dog. Long day for you! #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:37 PM EST

Hey, John. Completely understandable. No worries. #RuralEdChat

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teacherzrock Dec 13 @ 8:37 PM EST

Hi! #ruraledchat KG teacher from Chicago.

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:38 PM EST

Welcome to #RuralEdchat So glad you are here.

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robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:38 PM EST

Welcome! I went to DePaul and lived and taught in Chicago for many years. :) #ruraledchat

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spiraledu Dec 13 @ 8:39 PM EST

Hi #ruraledchat im Sue up in Alaska teaching 4rd grade to 9 wonderful kids!

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shahlock Dec 13 @ 8:39 PM EST

#ruraledchat ... Oh dear :)

teacherzrock Dec 13 @ 8:39 PM EST

Thanks for the warm welcome! #ruraledchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:38 PM EST

Welcome to #RuralEdchat So glad you are here.
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robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:39 PM EST

Oh how I love this, Manan! Good to see you! #ruraledchat #rutaledchat

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teacherzrock Dec 13 @ 8:39 PM EST

Where do you live now? #ruraledchat

robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:38 PM EST

Welcome! I went to DePaul and lived and taught in Chicago for many years. :) #ruraledchat
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robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:40 PM EST

in a little community about 5 hours away in SW Wisconsin, population 4500! #citymouse #countrymouse #ruraledchat

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teacherzrock Dec 13 @ 8:41 PM EST

That's a big change! #ruraledchat

robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:40 PM EST

in a little community about 5 hours away in SW Wisconsin, population 4500! #citymouse #countrymouse #ruraledchat
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TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:41 PM EST

As we get started tonight, don't forget to add #RuralEdChat to your tweets so we can all share the brilliance you have to offer.

spiraledu Dec 13 @ 8:42 PM EST

we are doing a holiday card exchange through @ProjectsByJen & just got 2 from Wisconsin #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:42 PM EST

Here comes our first question. #RuralEdChat

robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:42 PM EST

How cool! Do you know where they were from in WI? Love those connections btw students! #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:43 PM EST

Q1: As we Honor the Gifts, look back over your career/life, what has been your favorite gift? #RuralEdChat

shahlock Dec 13 @ 8:43 PM EST

Yes, #ruraledchat @tg_neil and definitely not #rutaledchat 😝

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spiraledu Dec 13 @ 8:44 PM EST

there was a school in Independence, I believe. We had a great mysteryskype with a Wisconsin class too #ruraledchat

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teacherzrock Dec 13 @ 8:45 PM EST

A1 A flower, my S clearly pulled out of someones yard on her way to school. So sweet when it comes from a Ss heart. #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:43 PM EST

Q1: As we Honor the Gifts, look back over your career/life, what has been your favorite gift? #RuralEdChat

spiraledu Dec 13 @ 8:45 PM EST

I told the students a story about gecko in the Shower (in Thailand) & one made a watercolor comic of it #ruraledchat

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robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:45 PM EST

excellent! Independence is a couple of hours from here. #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:46 PM EST

Roots and all. I love it. #RuralEdChat

teacherzrock Dec 13 @ 8:45 PM EST
A1 A flower, my S clearly pulled out of someones yard on her way to school. So sweet when it comes from a Ss heart. #RuralEdChat
- TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:43 PM EST
  
  Q1: As we Honor the Gifts, look back over your career/life, what has been your favorite gift? #RuralEdChat

SchleiderJustin Dec 13 @ 8:46 PM EST

a1 the gift health. #ruraledchat #ruraltedchat

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valerietilton Dec 13 @ 8:46 PM EST

A1: My family❤️That's what it's all about! Whether it's your bio. fam or friends who are like fam. Life support! #RuralEdchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:46 PM EST

I love that your story inspired one to be creative. #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:47 PM EST

and dear that the student chose you to receive it. Love the small things in life. #ruraledchat

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teacherzrock Dec 13 @ 8:47 PM EST

A1 Also love pictures Ss draw and cards with words from the heart. Nothing more warms the heart. #ruraledchat

spiraledu Dec 13 @ 8:47 PM EST

@TG_Neil I had a student being me an apple he other day, that tickled me because of the old saying #ruraledchat

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teacherzrock Dec 13 @ 8:47 PM EST

Roots and all! Now that would've been funny! #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:46 PM EST
Roots and all. I love it. #RuralEdChat
- teacherzrock Dec 13 @ 8:45 PM EST
  
  A1 A flower, my S clearly pulled out of someones yard on her way to school. So sweet when it comes from a Ss heart. #RuralEdChat
  
  TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:43 PM EST
  
  Q1: As we Honor the Gifts, look back over your career/life, what has been your favorite gift? #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:48 PM EST

That's great. #RuralEdChat

happylaura Dec 13 @ 8:46 PM EST

our @SLESeahawks garden renovation & dedication of our #community. #edchat #teaching #GratefulHeart
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robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:48 PM EST

I've kept so many of them in a file that is labeled with a smiley face and a heart. #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:49 PM EST

A1: In my very 1st year, a student made me a potholder with those loops. Put all the Orange & Blue together bc. Gator Nation. #RuralEdchat

teacherzrock Dec 13 @ 8:49 PM EST

Can't imagine throwing those out! ever! #RuralEdChat

robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:48 PM EST

I've kept so many of them in a file that is labeled with a smiley face and a heart. #ruraledchat
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shahlock Dec 13 @ 8:49 PM EST

A1. Oh gosh. So many abstract gifts. #ruraledchat

robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:51 PM EST

A1 thinking about gift of opportunity to teach in different communities &getting to know kids & families #ruraledchat #smallworld #bighearts

shahlock Dec 13 @ 8:51 PM EST

wait a sec ... You're Gator Nation?? Bah! 😄 #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:51 PM EST

I've started a digital file of the note and cards. The file gets big sometime. #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:52 PM EST

Orange and Blue, baby! #GatorNation for life. That's where I earned my math degree. #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:53 PM EST

Are you ready for our next question? Here it comes. #RuralEdChat

teacherzrock Dec 13 @ 8:53 PM EST

That's a neat idea! #RuralEdChat I've used one as a recommendation letter once, a Ss note, principal was impressed :)

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:51 PM EST

I've started a digital file of the note and cards. The file gets big sometime. #RuralEdChat

j6panus Dec 13 @ 8:53 PM EST

A1: years ago when I taught both math and tech ed, a student made me a little set of tools and numbers out of clay. 💖 #ruraledchat

valerietilton Dec 13 @ 8:54 PM EST

One of best gifts I've recvd from Ss this year: poem with winged heart drawn on it. It's up in my office~I see it each day. ❤️ #RuralEdchat

shahlock Dec 13 @ 8:54 PM EST

garnet and gold for my math degree! #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:54 PM EST

Q2: Beyond the gift of knowledge, what have you given your students? #RuralEdchat

EduGladiators Dec 13 @ 8:54 PM EST

⚾️@PaulONeill1972 leads #EduGladiators chat SATURDAY -Shattering the Status Quo! #WVEdchat #ruraledchat #scichat #MdEdChat #leadupteach

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:54 PM EST

At least it was from the Sunshine State. :-) #RuralEdchat

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teacherzrock Dec 13 @ 8:55 PM EST

A2: Confidence and the growth mindset. Emphasize those till I'm blue in the face! #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:54 PM EST

Q2: Beyond the gift of knowledge, what have you given your students? #RuralEdchat

SteveWyborney Dec 13 @ 8:56 PM EST

Join us in a few minutes at #TWOTCW #ruraledchat #coteachat #wleced #njlibchat #daretobe

valerietilton Dec 13 @ 8:57 PM EST

A2: I hope the gift of love and understanding. Sometimes I feel I loved my Ss more than I taught them. 😍 #RuralEdchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 8:57 PM EST

A2: Critical Thinking skills, ability to recognize their own abilities/skills. #RuralEdChat

nathan_stevens Dec 13 @ 8:58 PM EST

the gift of following Tammy Neil on twitter #ruraledchat

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robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:02 PM EST

A2 I think I've connected quite a few readers with the right book at the right time in their lives. #ruraledchat

teacherzrock Dec 13 @ 9:02 PM EST

Ss that learn the most are the ones that feel LOVED! #ruralEdChat

valerietilton Dec 13 @ 8:57 PM EST

A2: I hope the gift of love and understanding. Sometimes I feel I loved my Ss more than I taught them. 😍 #RuralEdchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:03 PM EST

Let's move to our next question. #RuralEdchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:03 PM EST

Q3: How do we get our students to share our gifts with others? #RuralEdchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:06 PM EST

How do we get them to share the light we offer? #RuralEdchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:03 PM EST

Q3: How do we get our students to share our gifts with others? #RuralEdchat

teacherzrock Dec 13 @ 9:06 PM EST

A3: model it, practice it, and watch them imitate it. Especially in KG how you act shows when they play teacher! #ruraledchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:03 PM EST

Q3: How do we get our students to share our gifts with others? #RuralEdchat

valerietilton Dec 13 @ 9:07 PM EST

A3: By modeling sharing gifts w/ others. Paying it forward! ❤️Ss today need to exp this daily w/all of neg. they see and hear! #ruralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:09 PM EST

A3: I encourage Ss to help each other. "Don't do it for them. Teach them how." #RuralEdChat

robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:09 PM EST

A3 making schools and classrooms safe spaces where individuals & identities are honored & can flourish in the light. #ruraledchat

robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST

right. building confidence to work through issues by actually working through issues and problems! #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:11 PM EST

I teach Comp. Sci. It's easy to take over & do it, but then Ss won't learn. Their keyboard/mice --> Their DNA on it, not mine. #RuralEdchat

robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:11 PM EST

A3 by humanizing our spaces even in the age of standardization. Pushing back and amplifying voices. #ruraledchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:13 PM EST

Here comes the next question. #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:13 PM EST

Q4: How do we get Ss to recognize the gifts/light in each other? #RuralEdChat

teacherzrock Dec 13 @ 9:15 PM EST

A5: By recognizing it in them first. #ruraledchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:13 PM EST

Q4: How do we get Ss to recognize the gifts/light in each other? #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:17 PM EST

A4: An anonymous Google Form asking Ss to recognize which Ss have which traits. Helps U to see how Ss see each other. #RuralEdChat

robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:17 PM EST

A4 for sure. it's not always in their comfort zones or emotional language to honor others. Takes practice too! #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:13 PM EST

Q4: How do we get Ss to recognize the gifts/light in each other? #RuralEdChat

valerietilton Dec 13 @ 9:18 PM EST

A4: I model acceptance and respect to Ss and expect the same in my classroom. Some Ss need a lot of love to get 2 that place. #ruraledchat

robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:19 PM EST

A4 Building opportunities for emotional connections even within content or skills acquisition can help. #ruraledchat +

robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:20 PM EST

A4 cont' At end of units, reflective Qs like "who helped you achieve your results?" "who might u acknowledge in the classroom?" #ruraledchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:20 PM EST

Asking Ss to recognize traits of story characters is a great way to start, as well. See if they know what empathy is... #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:22 PM EST

Are there any other questions we need to ask tonight? #RuralEdChat

robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:23 PM EST

What's something that wouldn't be in your life without your work in education? #ruraledchat

OohShiny_Sarah Dec 13 @ 9:25 PM EST

Am way late to #ruraledchat but A1 is their news -I'm honored when they tell me their fam news or a triumph/disappointment

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valerietilton Dec 13 @ 9:25 PM EST

Great q! I wouldn't have that feeling that they say comes from only helping others...happiness! #ruraledchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:26 PM EST

Great point! #RuralEdchat

OohShiny_Sarah Dec 13 @ 9:25 PM EST

Am way late to #ruraledchat but A1 is their news -I'm honored when they tell me their fam news or a triumph/disappointment
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robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:26 PM EST

all the little threads of connection woven together over time. Definitely gifts. #ruraledchat

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valerietilton Dec 13 @ 9:27 PM EST

Thank you for a wonderful chat! 3 days until Christmas break! #ruraledchat

robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:27 PM EST

Thanks for coming to #ruraledchat, Sarah. We never care about when folks stop by, just that they do! :) #ruraledchat

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robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:28 PM EST

Enjoy! The breaks are gifts for all! Thanks for joining us, Val! Happy Holidays! #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:28 PM EST

I go until NEXT Wednesday. #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:28 PM EST

YOU! @robinhosemann #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:23 PM EST

What's something that wouldn't be in your life without your work in education? #ruraledchat

robinhosemann - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:29 PM EST

Ha! Right back at you, Tammy. That's pretty cool how these connections are one of our greatest gifts. High on my list! #ruraledchat

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teacherzrock Dec 13 @ 9:29 PM EST

Thanks for a great chat! #ruraledchat