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Good evening everyone. My name is Tyler and I am a high school admin from Columbus. An object that describes me is a Swiss army knife. I feel like I am prepared for whatever life throws at me. #ohedchat
As promised - a great upgrade coupon for @theanswerpad! We are "#NotAtISTE18" this year, but hope that everyone will take advantage of the #iste18 coupon.
Hi, #ohedchat! My name's Beth, and I am in SW OH, teaching amazing kiddos culturally relevant lit. Hmm, what describes me is my sweet dog friend, always willing to lend a shoulder if you're feeling sad.
Hi, Beth! Aww, I wondered about my pups. Aren't dogs the best? No matter what kind of day I've had, mine are always soooo happy when I get home. #ohedchat
An object that represents me...hmmm... my Kindle, it is full of all the different things Iike to learn about - because I really like learning new things! #ohedchat
A1: Becoming an educator is in my blood -- it's a calling and often times inexplicable. What keeps me going is making sure that students everywhere experience amazing curriculum with integrated technology that supports their ability to be a productive member of society.#ohedchat
A1: I've always wanted to make a positive difference in kids' lives. I explored lots of career options but always came back to education. (Original plan: high school band director.) #ohedchat
Q1: I became an educator because I have always loved to learn - and I learn best when I have the chance to interact and collaborate with others - my Ss, other educators, parents... and I have never regretted my career choice. #ohedchat
A1. My passion for teaching comes from serving and helping others. There is always so much to learn and so many opportunities I help others and that keeps me going! The field and our ads are constantly evolving so we must do the same, keeps us on our toes! #ohedchat
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1-I wanted to be an educator because I never saw a teacher like me. I knew other people had to feel like me. I want to inspire a new generation of teachers who will change the game.
2-I saw too many kids slipping through the cracks and wanted to change that.
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A1. It is interesting what keeps me going after 40 years in education - retired but all in #BookCampPD 's #PLN inspire me each day to keep creating resources. #ohedchat
A1. I've always enjoyed being a positive role model for Ss and sharing with them my passion of a STEM career and the different things they can do with it! #ohedchat
A1. I became an educator when my children were born. I completed all state requirements in 1999 and started teaching in the classroom in 2000. What keeps me in today is the kids and their use of technology! #OHEdChat
A1 I wanted to be an educator b/c I loved words. Reading them, speaking them in other languages, figuring out how to combine them, it was words first. #ohedchat
It is so important for Ss to not just have role models, but Ts who are willing to help them connect their passion and interests to future career paths! #OHedchat
A1: Robin - IL, Why: I like to empower people/Ss to learn be able to problem solve. What Keeps me Going: My Vocation for the Process! My passion for education, my growth mindset, #grit, #perseverance. #ohedchat
A2: best memory is every year when the kids cross that stage who thought they didn't have a chance or I helped impact them in the process. It is really overwhelming to think how many young lives I have been fortune enough to impact in such a short time.
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A2: I think my best memory as an educator has been when I see the teachers I work with take what I've helped them with and produce something that is better than what I see in my dreams. #ohedchat
A2: Best-ever memory? Probably when one of my former students shared a story at a sr. banquet about a conversation we'd had when he was a 9th grader, and how one statement I made to him had stuck with him throughout high school and made a positive difference. #ohedchat
A2 The day I had the “bad kids” all in my room for math interventions but we talked about our lives, sharing tears and making connections we didn’t know existed. #ohedchat
A2 My best memory as an educator is when I had a kiddo who came early, desperate to tell me how her life was falling apart, knowing that I cared and would be there for her. Breaks my heart. #ohedchat
A2: Teaching biology my 1st yr I did a lesson on genetic disorders, including Down's Syndrome. A student came to me at the end of class and said his sister had Down's & he had never understood it until that day. I realized then that this job can be life changing. #ohedchat
Hi Lane. I am a Microsoft Education Technology Consultant for Fresno Unified (4th largest district in CA) and have been busy building the Fresno Unified MIE Community programs. #ohedchat@LaneWalker2
Q2: All the "spark" moments I have gotten to be a part of over my career - when you get to see Ss engaging with each other, the work, the problem, and see a solution or a connection they had not seen before. #ohedchat
A2: Having that “A-Ha” moment with THAT Ss that no one can seem to reach...& somehow I got thru!!! No better feeling than being the best part of Ss day! So excited to get to schl, sad to leave. We make a difference! #ohedchat
A2. Best memory is sitting with a student last year as he shared his story and realizing how hard he was working and how many obstacles he was overcoming! So inspiring! #ohedchat
A2. My best memory is having some of my former Ss friend me on facebook and seeing what careers their involved in today! After having them in my laboratory classes, quiz sections! #ohedchat
Great mindset Robin. I am reading a book about supporting Ss facing chronic stress and trauma in their lives - and over and over it emphasizes the value of a teacher who takes time to see strengths and provide feedback #OHedchat
I hear you! Every few years I've had a student that has tugged so hard at my heart--my first was in student teaching. I wanted to take the student to my family home for Christmas and get her a puppy, give her a childhood. #ohedchat
A2 The day I had the “bad kids” all in my room for math interventions but we talked about our lives, sharing tears and making connections we didn’t know existed. #ohedchat
A3 I tend to worry too much about tomorrow, not be mindful of what is happening right this moment. I've learned that if I don't slow down and focus on being grateful, I will miss the beautiful. #ohedchat
A3: Biggest struggle: finding the right balance, in lots of ways. Work/personal & family times, balancing the social/emotional with the academic, trying to keep things in perspective. Returning a set of papers 1 day later ISN'T the end of the world. #ohedchat
A3. I struggled with jumping into a new learning situation - a Facebook video chat - I had never done this before and I wondered where to click, where to add questions .. stuff like that. MAN, was I ever glad I went! It turned on lightbulbs that will expand #BookCampPD#ohedchat
It's really hard. I had my kiddos write in a gratitude journal for 2 weeks, and I noticed that we all got better at seeing what was right in front our faces, the longer we tried. Want to try this again in the fall. #ohedchat
A3: Biggest struggle? Connecting with kids that don't naturally connect with me. I've learned that every student can be reached; sometimes its not obvious or easy. But its do-able. #ohedchat
Thank you everyone for joining us at #ohedchat
Make sure you follow some new folks an continue to invite your colleagues to our chats on Wednesday at 9.
A3. Struggle is always letting things get to you/ bringing it home. Worked very hard over the last couple of years to correct this and still have moments but getting better! #ohedchat
Writing it down. We spent 2-3 minutes for 2 weeks, as part of #globalkindproject, journaling what we were grateful for. Giving time to be grateful, intentionally. I'm not great at this, BTW. #ohedchat
Q3: I am an integration specialist... I always see ways to integrate multiple concepts or skills into real world contexts - the challenge is in helping others to see those same connections. #ohedchat
A3. I look at everyday as a brand new day. Clean slate. If a Ss has a behavior prob., we try to work an act. 1:1 to find out what's going on. Get the Ss to talk. Little steps and multiple chances to try and work through something. #ohedchat
I absolutely LOVED it! I hope this link works to take you to the event/video of chat https://t.co/tIWmzdG3bH Let me know if it doesn't work for you? #ohedchat
A3: The Ss that need us the most...need our compassion & empathy. I have become more patient. I struggle with Impatience...things not happening on my timeframe. I am learning to “let go” of control. #ohedchat
I have this struggle, too. I've gotten better over my career. When I can't let things rest, I know that probably means I need rest myself--I need to step back for a weekend and breathe. #ohedchat
Thanks, @tyarnold18 & @DrBDrost for a great chat tonight! Just wanted to let everyone know that #ohedchat is taking next Wednesday off to celebrate Independence Day. We'll be back the following week! #ohedchat
Amen to that! Change is Going to Happen...its just a matter of when & how. I love to learn, and change can be good, sometimes its scary, but its still going to happen. Its all about mindset. #ohedchat
@tyarnold18 & @DrBDrost & @TebnerEbner wonderful chat! I appreciated being welcomed in such a warm, caring way and being asked questions about what I shared. YOU ROCK! #ohedchat
