#ECEchat Archive

We chat every Tuesday night at 8:30-9:30 pm CST. All are welcome, especially EarlyEd teachers, leaders & experts. Co-founded & moderated by @techwnancy @JessicaCabeen & @VealHeidi
Tuesday May 9, 2017
9:30 PM EDT
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Welcome to #ECEchat Please share your name, where you're from and what you do.
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  • JessicaCabeen - Moderator May 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Greetings #ECEchat tribe! Jessica-Principal of a Kindergarten Center in Austin, MN.
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Hi #ECEchat friends! Heidi here, AP at a bilingual early childhood school in North Tx, I <3 #edtech #leadership, #earlyed & #literacy
  • ECEchat - Moderator May 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    #ECEchat is in a Q/A format with Q1, Q2, etc. Mark responses w/ A1, A2, A3,...etc
  • KLCseedtotree May 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Kendra Coleman-Head Start Pre-K teacher in McKinney, TX #ecechat
  • ADutke May 9 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Anna, #NaturePreK Teacher in Prior Lake, MN. Excited for another #ECEChat - but is it really only Tuesday??
  • KC_SEASportsFan May 9 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Brett, Lamar, Mo., aspiring K teacher #ecechat
  • MccoyEdu May 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Hey there! Martne from IL EC-gr5 principal checking in! #ECEchat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Q1 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Welcome Kendra!! #ecechat
    In reply to @KLCseedtotree
  • jazzmeister2013 May 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Good evening all! Greg- K, MD. Good to be a part of #ECEchat this evening! Hope all are doing well.
  • jghfoundation08 May 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Hello everyone at #ecechat!! Reba from Dallas. Educational Consultant w/Houghton-Mifflin-Harcourt.
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Hi Jessica! πŸ˜‰ How are ya? #ecechat
    In reply to @JessicaCabeen
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    hi #ecechat! I'm Sara, a K teacher in Lake Tahoe, NV I'm happy to learn with you all tonight!
  • jazzmeister2013 May 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    This is wonderful! Kindergarten is a wonderful time of learning and fun. #ecechat
    In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan
  • firsties123 May 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Sarah here from Watertown. I'm a first grade teacher. This is my first #ECEchat! Excited to learn and grow tonight!
  • JessicaCabeen - Moderator May 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    How do you continue to foster parents as partners as their children transition between grades? #ECEChat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Hi Anna. So glad you are here on this Tuesday night. πŸ˜† #ecechat
    In reply to @ADutke
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Welcome Brett. #ecechat
    In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan
  • KC_SEASportsFan May 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Thank you!!! #ecechat
    In reply to @VealHeidi
  • jghfoundation08 May 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A1: Some schools have several Teacher-Parent Teas or meet the teacher in a informal setting throughout the year 4 comfort #ecechat
  • DrewBowser1 May 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A1: I believe we could keep the parents engaged by sending home newsletters so they know what is going on in the classroom #ecechat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A1 EOY Conferences, including families in EOY celebrations, sharing accomplishments, helping P's connect w their child's next step #ECEchat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Hi Martne So glad you are joining the chat tonight. #ecechat
    In reply to @MccoyEdu
  • jazzmeister2013 May 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A1- Equip parents for what's ahead in the next grade level. What to expect, resources to consider, etc. #ecechat
  • ADutke May 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A1. Our district uses Schoology as a way for teachers to connect with parents in PreK-12th. I think consistency is helpful #ECEChat
  • DelaneyScottde1 May 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A1: Parents could be in communication via apple tree/ remind or other online communication. This is great to keep parents involved #ecechat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Hi Reba πŸ‘‹ #ecechat
    In reply to @jghfoundation08
  • JessicaCabeen - Moderator May 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A1. We host parent nights at K and invite Elementary Schools to come and meet Ss and Families. #ECEChat
  • JessicaCabeen - Moderator May 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A1. We also have videos created for each school so families can 'see' ahead of time. #ECEChat
  • jazzmeister2013 May 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Great equipping tool! #ecechat
    In reply to @JessicaCabeen
  • jghfoundation08 May 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Hello @VealHeidi I'm so glad I have twitter reminders. I didn't want to miss tonight. #ecechat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Welcome back Greg. #ecechat
    In reply to @jazzmeister2013
  • ECEchat - Moderator May 9 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    RT Q1. How do you continue to foster parents as partners as their children transition between grades? #ECEChat
  • KLCseedtotree May 9 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A1: Meetings for parents of out-going Ss on the ins and outs of next grade, field trip for Ss to see next grade #ecechat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Yes, the Kinder Field Trip is always a big hi-light for our transitioning to K kiddos. ; ) #ECEchat
    In reply to @KLCseedtotree
  • ADutke May 9 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A1. There are open houses in the spring for Kinder, & again before school starts. We are holding PreK open house this spring too #ecechat
  • ADutke May 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A1. Give parents opportunities to be informed, share information about their child to assist in the transition/placement process #ecechat
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Nice to see you! Which Watertown are you in? #ecechat
    In reply to @firsties123
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Q2 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    We try to do this with Rising Coffees at this time of year. Many families are able to attend and appreciate them #ecechat
    In reply to @jazzmeister2013
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Q2: What tools for communication do you use that work to include all families? #ECEChat
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    oh! We have Step Up Day where each class spends ~ 1/2 hour with their next year's teacher. Ours is coming up in a couple weeks #ecechat
    In reply to @VealHeidi, @KLCseedtotree
  • KC_SEASportsFan May 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    I feel like both teachers (grade before and the next) get together with the Ps. And also by meetings, handouts, etc #ECEChat
    In reply to @JessicaCabeen
  • jazzmeister2013 May 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Great opportunity to connect with and engage families and strengthen school culture. #ecechat
    In reply to @SaraHolm15
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    We have a whole school open house the Friday before the 1st day of school. Ss enjoy seeing how their classroom is set up #ecechat
    In reply to @ADutke
  • jazzmeister2013 May 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    I've done several Step Up Days. Always fun for the Ts to meet up and coming Ss, and exciting for the Ss to experience next level. #ecechat
    In reply to @SaraHolm15, @VealHeidi, @KLCseedtotree
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    I love this idea. #ecechat
    • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
      oh! We have Step Up Day where each class spends ~ 1/2 hour with their next year's teacher. Ours is coming up in a couple weeks #ecechat
      In reply to @VealHeidi, @KLCseedtotree
  • DrewBowser1 May 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A2: In my classes we talked a lot about Remind. This is an app that sends texts reminding parents and students what is due #ecechat
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Great! I went to college near Watertown, NY and have friends living in Watertown, MA! How is WI this spring? #ecechat
    In reply to @firsties123
  • Kmegan_gapinski May 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Good evening! Megan, K in IA...mostly "listening" tonight as I'm looking to improve family engagement #ECEChat
  • DennisDill May 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A2 Use whatever tools works ... there is no one single tool. I do find my parents respond to text messages. #ecechat
  • DelaneyScottde1 May 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A2 Remind keeps students and parents engaged because everyone has their phone on them and uses that as a main form of communication #ecechat
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    It's pretty fun. I had my present class do a little name act and tell me what they were afraid of. I'm excited to show them soon! #ecechat
    In reply to @VealHeidi
  • JessicaCabeen - Moderator May 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A2. Facebook, Remind, Infinite Campus Portal pushes, youtube. #ECEChat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A2 Remind, call-outs, Facebook, even Twitter and paper newsletters. Some T’s use @Seesaw or @BloomzApp #ecechat
  • KLCseedtotree May 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A2 @Seesaw and remind-both translate and keep parents in the daily, monthly, yearly and transition loop. allows 100% parent partic. #ecechat
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A2 @Seesaw has been an amazing communication tool for me. Just today I added a pic of a boy reading at a new level! #ecechat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    RT Q2 What tools for communication do you use that work to include all families? #ECEChat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A1 We also hold a transition to Kinder meeting for Head Start families. P's are able to ask Q’s & share their hopes. #ecechat
  • KC_SEASportsFan May 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    I'm sure I'll find something that works so that I can always keep in touch in some compacity #ECEchat
  • ADutke May 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A2. Schoology, seesaw, email, Facebook, paper notes & occasionally texts. Whatever works for the family to get them connected #ECEChat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Welcome Megan. Glad you are here tonight. #ecechat
    In reply to @Kmegan_gapinski
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    #ECEchat #learnbps #edchat #edtech #spanstuchat #worldgeochat The Ultimate 60 Ways To Use an iPad in the Classroom https://t.co/Du9eR0MYRB
  • massignmenthelp May 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    #ECEchat #learnbps #edchat #edtech #spanstuchat #worldgeochat Top 5 Concerns Students Have While Writing Assignments https://t.co/QNgbrlLwjX
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Me too but I want my phone to be mine ... Something I'm working through #ecechat
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • Kmegan_gapinski May 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A2 I use @BloomzApp #ECEChat
  • KC_SEASportsFan May 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    I'm having a hard time spelling today! Gahhhh capacity* #ECEChat
  • ADutke May 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    This is 1st year trying a spring open house. Our main goal is to share clothing needs for outdoor learning so they have time to buy #ECEChat
    In reply to @SaraHolm15
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Have you ever heard of or tried @Seesaw ??? Its an app that is amazing for parent communication & as a digital portfolio. #ECEchat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @Seesaw
  • jazzmeister2013 May 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Interesting idea to hold an open house in the spring. We always hold one the week before school starts for Ss. #ecechat
    In reply to @ADutke, @SaraHolm15
  • DennisDill May 9 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    We are saying what works ... not every parent has SM or will sign up for Remind ... better than calling from school landline #ecechat
    In reply to @SaraHolm15
  • ECEchat - Moderator May 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Q3 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat
  • BloomzApp May 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A2: .@BloomzApp has Translation in over 84 Languages helps include all families. https://t.co/7L1IqyPxKa https://t.co/cCzpkXsANj #ecechat
  • DennisDill May 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    What percentage of parents use? I have Schoology .. parents can check there ... 1 out of 84 do. They text me #ecechat
    In reply to @VealHeidi, @Seesaw
  • JessicaCabeen - Moderator May 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Q3. What are your favorite ways to establish relationships with new families? #ECEChat
  • firsties123 May 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Same here! I love the idea of a spring open house so families can get to know their teacher and space before summer! #ECEchat
    In reply to @jazzmeister2013, @ADutke, @SaraHolm15
  • DennisDill May 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    How can you say you want to build a positive relationship with family, but won't give them your phone number ... #ecechat
  • techwnancy - Moderator May 9 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    At our schools we have a home visit before school begins. Shortly after we have a parent coffee. #ECEchat
    In reply to @JessicaCabeen
  • ADutke May 9 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Our hope is that the fall can be truly getting to know the classroom and new families and spring focusing on philosophy, needs, etc #ECEChat
    In reply to @firsties123, @jazzmeister2013, @SaraHolm15
  • DennisDill May 9 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    SO, every parent is using this to see your kids' work? What grade level? #ecechat
    In reply to @KLCseedtotree, @VealHeidi, @Seesaw
  • techwnancy - Moderator May 9 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    I have mixed feelings about that. When I am home I need to be present with my family and disconnect myself from work. #ECEchat
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    We hold Meet the Teacher before school starts & a Spring Open House. Both events serve different purposes. #ECEchat
    In reply to @jazzmeister2013, @ADutke, @SaraHolm15
  • JessicaCabeen - Moderator May 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A3. Being out and about in the community. Leading where you live has great benefits! #ECEChat
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A3 I'm at an independent school this year & have had time to host several family parties celebrating reading, writing, holidays #ecechat
  • firsties123 May 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A3: parents are teachers too! They are the most important teacher! #ECEChat
  • DrewBowser1 May 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A3: We could invite them into our class and have them get to know us personally and professionally #ecechat
  • ADutke May 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    I always feel like the fall was too overwhelming So this way families know what to expect & any eliminate any surprises in the fall #ECEChat
    In reply to @firsties123, @jazzmeister2013, @SaraHolm15
  • DennisDill May 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Not saying you have to respond at home ... better than email #ecechat
    In reply to @techwnancy
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    I LOVE home visits! #ecechat
    In reply to @techwnancy, @JessicaCabeen
  • KLCseedtotree May 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A3 Home visit-every Ss in our class. Great opportunity to sign in on apps & get to know the Ss before they walk through the door #ecechat
  • JessicaCabeen - Moderator May 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    we use @RemindHQ text based but able to keep personal cell phone number private. #ECEChat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @RemindHQ
  • ECEchat - Moderator May 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    RT Q3. What are your favorite ways to establish relationships with new families? #ecechat
  • DelaneyScottde1 May 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A3: Taking interest and appreciating parent involvement is great! Career days and showcasing student artwork is another way #ecechat
  • KC_SEASportsFan May 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    As an aspiring teacher, I think I would invite them into the classroom for a guided tour and answer any of their questions or conc. #ECEChat
  • BlossJulie May 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Hi Everyone! Principal Julie Bloss joining in after a late meeting at school this evening. Glad I made it for half of the chat #ECEChat
  • jghfoundation08 May 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A3: Ss fill out a brief questionaire Like and Dislike, favorite subject, hobby, dream. Have meet & greet ph call w/ talking pts #ecechat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    ANY grade level T can use @Seesaw It’s an app that’s functions similarly to Facebook, but it’s just for your class. #ECEchat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @KLCseedtotree, @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • ADutke May 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A3. By sharing what is happening in our classroom from day 1 w/ daily photos and schoology posts. Encourage families to share back #ecechat
  • DennisDill May 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    But if every parent is not on Remind than you are not completely effective ... only reaching those who want to be reached. #ecechat
    In reply to @JessicaCabeen, @RemindHQ
  • spiraledu May 9 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    #ecechat I find the best way is to ask the new families to come have lunch! Gives them time to interact socially with all!
    In reply to @ECEchat
  • DennisDill May 9 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    I know what it is, but point is are the parents actually using it ... having it and them using it are two different things #ecechat
    In reply to @VealHeidi, @KLCseedtotree, @Seesaw
  • KC_SEASportsFan May 9 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    A3 cont.: I could also use this to gain feedback on resources that I need to add/take out/adjust. #ECEChat
  • jazzmeister2013 May 9 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    I do not give out my number. I've had colleagues who've received late texts and calls when doing so. That being said... #ecechat
    In reply to @Kmegan_gapinski, @DennisDill, @yankee_todd
  • ADutke May 9 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    A3. I also enjoy interacting with families at pickup/drop-off and sharing stories about their child's day/week. #ECEChat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Hi Julie! Welcome to #ECEchat
    In reply to @BlossJulie
  • jazzmeister2013 May 9 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    ...I see most of my Ps every day at the end of the school day as almost all of my Ss are walkers and get picked up by family. #ecechat
    In reply to @Kmegan_gapinski, @DennisDill, @yankee_todd
  • techwnancy - Moderator May 9 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    We survey parents at the beginning of the year about how they want to receive communication from the school & from their teacher. #ECEchat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @JessicaCabeen, @RemindHQ
  • jazzmeister2013 May 9 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Thus, I am able to communicate w/ families daily, which is a big positive. We use Language Link for translation, which is great. #ecechat
    In reply to @Kmegan_gapinski, @DennisDill, @yankee_todd
  • DennisDill May 9 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    I don't accept calls ... texts/emails don't bother me ... it is still my choice whether or not I respond or answer. #ecechat
    In reply to @jazzmeister2013, @Kmegan_gapinski, @yankee_todd
  • BlossJulie May 9 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    A3- We host a variety of events to welcome families including a tech based "PokΓ©mon Go" like scavenger hunt. Super fun! #ECEChat
  • ECEchat - Moderator May 9 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Q4 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat
  • firsties123 May 9 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    A3:a smile, a wave...acknowledging them. Invite them into the classroom! #ECEChat
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    We have spring open houses so new families can spend time in school & prospective Ss can meet T and see room/spaces #ecechat
    In reply to @jazzmeister2013, @ADutke
  • KLCseedtotree May 9 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    @Seesaw 100% parents-1st time ever for me! Once they see what it gives them; they are hooked. Keep sending out the invite to join #ecechat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @VealHeidi, @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • JessicaCabeen - Moderator May 9 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    great idea @techwnancy we check in at fall conferences-between Facebook and @RemindHQ great feedback from families. #ECEChat
    In reply to @techwnancy, @DennisDill, @RemindHQ, @techwnancy, @RemindHQ
  • jazzmeister2013 May 9 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    I encourage Ps to email whenever. Email works great for me as well. #ecechat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @Kmegan_gapinski, @yankee_todd
  • ECEchat - Moderator May 9 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Q4 Do you have any summer plans/activities in which you get to see your future Ss & families? #ECEChat
  • JessicaCabeen - Moderator May 9 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Q4. Do you have any summer plans/activities in which you get to see your future Ss and families? #ECEchat
  • jazzmeister2013 May 9 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Absolutely! Great to be connectional and share the learning and progress taking place daily. #ecechat
    In reply to @JessicaCabeen, @Kmegan_gapinski, @DennisDill, @yankee_todd
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Me too! Until recently I saw them daily at d/o and p/u but now only pick up & it's great to be able to chat face to face quickly #ecechat
    In reply to @jazzmeister2013, @Kmegan_gapinski, @DennisDill, @yankee_todd
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Majority of P’s are excited to sign up b/c they’ll get to see pics & videos of their child learning @ school. Win-Win for T’s & P's #ECEchat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @KLCseedtotree, @Seesaw
  • ADutke May 9 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    A4. I see many students when I teach summer camps thru our community education program #ecechat
  • jazzmeister2013 May 9 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Does your school develop next year Ss room/teacher assignments that early? Like the spring open house idea. #ecechat
    In reply to @SaraHolm15, @ADutke
  • ADutke May 9 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    A4. I also try to invite former Ss/families to hangout at a local playground so they can reconnect with one another before new year #ecechat
  • DrewBowser1 May 9 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    A4: I am a preservice teacher I plan to work at my church's VBS this way I get to see kids I had in the past too #ecechat
  • spiraledu May 9 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    #ecechat A4 my son is going into PK, so I really want to meet other families & start arranging play dates so he has a friend beforehand
    In reply to @JessicaCabeen
  • DennisDill May 9 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    What grade level? I ask because I am wondering at what grade the disconnect happens. We have Seesaw kids/parents be like Β―\_(ツ)_/Β― #ecechat
    In reply to @KLCseedtotree, @VealHeidi, @Seesaw
  • DelaneyScottde1 May 9 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    A4: I am a pre service teacher, and am excited to work at a 10 week long summer camp to grow in my ability to teach others #ecechat
  • BlossJulie May 9 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    A4 Not sure how, but would love to host a picnic before school begins to welcome S and P's- could be very impactful. #ECEchat
  • JessicaCabeen - Moderator May 9 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A4. We have a preK summer school in July, otherwise nothing structured-pool/parks and playgrounds. #ECEChat
  • ADutke May 9 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    We don't have ours assigned until summer, but for us it doesn't matter as our 2 PreK classes work closely together during the year #ecechat
    In reply to @jazzmeister2013, @SaraHolm15
  • ECEchat - Moderator May 9 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    RT Q4. Do you have any summer plans/activities in which you get to see your future Ss and families? #ECEChat
  • spiraledu May 9 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    I love doing teddy bear picnics. Just send out a broad Invite to a location (Pa bring bring own food & bear!) #ecechat
    In reply to @BlossJulie
  • jazzmeister2013 May 9 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Cool. Makes sense. Will run this idea past admin at my school for future reference. Takes Step Up Day & builds on P engagement. #ecechat
    In reply to @ADutke, @SaraHolm15
  • KLCseedtotree May 9 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    @Seesaw has PD for all levels that will help you meet Ss and parents needs; follow them; it is great help and advice for each grade #ecechat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @VealHeidi, @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • jazzmeister2013 May 9 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    All, it's been great to reconnect w/ each of the #ecechat leaders this evening. Have to step away early. Have a great week on purpose!
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    My school is all #EarlyEd (preK). I believe it’s all up to how the T uses it. #ECEchat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @KLCseedtotree, @Seesaw
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    We are a one class/grade kinda school - 150 Ss preK-8. But I think the spring open house could work either way #ecechat
    In reply to @jazzmeister2013, @ADutke
  • KC_SEASportsFan May 9 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    I used to not like summer school as my parents would always make me sign-up... But now that I'm old... I'm glad I went!! #ECEChat
  • ECEchat - Moderator May 9 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Q5 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    Q5 What artifacts, memories or projects do you love doing at the end of the year to share with families? #ECEChat
  • spiraledu May 9 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    The process is scary on the other end. Sent in paperwork but haven't been contacted... hope to hear more soon! #ecechat
    In reply to @JessicaCabeen
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    What a great spin on a Spring Open House!!! It builds great vertical community and says 'All the kids are All OUR kids'. #ECEchat
    In reply to @jazzmeister2013, @ADutke, @SaraHolm15
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining #ECEchat tonight Greg! Take care. ; )
    In reply to @jazzmeister2013
  • BlossJulie May 9 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A5- We create a DVD slideshow set to music with every child, trip, party, special activity. It's important to archive the memories. #ECEchat
  • DrewBowser1 May 9 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A5: I really like Animoto Videos Here you can create videos of the school year through pictures #ecechat
  • KC_SEASportsFan May 9 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A5: I think I'm gonna do portfolios throughout the year highlighting their best work and send them home at end of year #ECEChat
  • BloomzApp May 9 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    .@BloomzApp is the most effective parent communication app! #allin1app https://t.co/kOir0F2Cfs Create a free account! #ecechat
    In reply to @yankee_todd, @Kmegan_gapinski, @BloomzApp
  • ADutke May 9 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    a5. We have an end of the year bonfire with families where we make s'mores and say goodbye #ECEChat
  • spiraledu May 9 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    I always do a slideshow at the last day. So fun to see all that we have done! #ecechat Amazing all the growth!
    In reply to @VealHeidi
  • KLCseedtotree May 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A5 Grad pict and handprint on cert. in frame to Ss as Pomp/ Circumstance plays;Super cute at Pre-K; video on @Seesaw for working Ps #ecechat
  • ADutke May 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A5. Ss are given 4 pictures of themselves - 1 from each season (summer is beginning of yr) #ecechat
  • spiraledu May 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    I do portfolios every year! Love putting work samples & printing photos of projects! #ecechat
    In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan
  • firsties123 May 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A5:a memory book of all our time together and in the past I've created a DVD slideshow of pictures and songs of our year together. #ECEChat
  • DelaneyScottde1 May 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A5: End of the year picnics allows everyone to relax and have fun! #ecechat
  • JessicaCabeen - Moderator May 9 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A5. End of the year video-such a blast! #ECEChat https://t.co/TAyGzzCEyW
  • LeadUpTeach May 9 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Get INSPIRED this Thursday with @kindersmorgie on #LeadUpTeach as he shares on The Joy of Teaching! --> https://t.co/6ttNFBSA0G #ECEchat
  • KC_SEASportsFan May 9 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    My pre-k teacher had us draw a picture of what we wanted to do when older, kept it, and then distribut them to us b4 graduating HS #ECEChat
  • ECEchat - Moderator May 9 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    RT Q5 What artifacts, memories or projects do you love doing at the end of the year to share with families? #ECEChat
  • spiraledu May 9 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    I do a placemat w/ 2 pictures: 1 in first week & 1 last week. I laminate it on paper with handprints & a drawing/writing sample #ecechat
    In reply to @ADutke
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    How awesome! #ECEchat
    • ADutke May 9 @ 10:14 PM EDT
      a5. We have an end of the year bonfire with families where we make s'mores and say goodbye #ECEChat
  • ADutke May 9 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    That's awesome! #ecechat
    In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan
  • ADutke May 9 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Great video!! #ecechat
    In reply to @JessicaCabeen
  • ECEchat - Moderator May 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Q6 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat
  • firsties123 May 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A5: I love a side by side picture of their first day of school and last day of school! Oh how much they grow..in height AND brains! #ECEChat
  • KC_SEASportsFan May 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Spoiler alert: Mine didn't have to do with teaching πŸ˜‚πŸ˜­πŸ˜‚πŸ˜­ and I don't think I've opened mine yet and don't know where it is. #ECEChat
    In reply to @ADutke
  • JessicaCabeen - Moderator May 9 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Q6. How do you involve families in what goes on everyday in the classroom? #ECEChat
  • DrewBowser1 May 9 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A6: We can start social networking accounts and tweet out or share pictures on our professional instagram of our students work #ecechat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    I’m both excited & sad thinking about this!! You make it such a special celebration for the end the year. #ECEchat
    In reply to @KLCseedtotree, @Seesaw
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    I've been thinking about how to integrate our 3k pics on @seesaw. Maybe they pick top 5 and write about and make into a book? #ecechat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @VealHeidi, @Seesaw
  • KC_SEASportsFan May 9 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    I'm gonna leave it up to the families for the most part I think. #ECEChat
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    So you're collecting certain artifacts all year? I'd love to hear more and get a jump on next year! #ecechat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @KC_SEASportsFan
  • Kmegan_gapinski May 9 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    A6 sharing pics/vids/reminders/announcements on...Bloomz πŸ˜€ #ECEChat
  • KLCseedtotree May 9 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    A6 @Seesaw-my golden ticket! Ps can see moment to moment in our class; My Ss can scan QR and input to Ps and me; they are 3,4,5! #ecechat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    Aww, what a sweet keepsake. #ECEchat
    • spiraledu May 9 @ 10:17 PM EDT
      I do a placemat w/ 2 pictures: 1 in first week & 1 last week. I laminate it on paper with handprints & a drawing/writing sample #ecechat
      In reply to @ADutke
  • ADutke May 9 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    They get LOTS of photos each day and a daily update so they can talk with their child about what they saw/did #ECEChat
  • BlossJulie May 9 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A6- Begins w/ culture. Site and staff have to be inviting,encouraging and welcoming. We have to REACH 4 some P's and build trust. #ECEchat
  • spiraledu May 9 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    I have seasonal projects I always collect. I have the books started at first conference & so it grows & kids love contributing #ecechat
    In reply to @SaraHolm15, @KC_SEASportsFan
  • ADutke May 9 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A6. Families are always invited/encouraged to come visit too, either spend time w/ us outside or join us for lunch #ecechat
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    You must find it! #timecapsule #ECEchat
    In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan, @ADutke
  • AmyLearn May 9 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A6 Seesaw, classtag, newsletters,inviting them to share their area of expertise or volunteer #ecechat
  • JessicaCabeen - Moderator May 9 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A6. Our youtube channels helps to 'show' families learning occuring. #ECEChat https://t.co/CoFPOl0WH5
  • KLCseedtotree May 9 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A6 Ps can reply in real time too! My Pre-Ks love it when I read what mom/dad replied. @Seesaw #ecechat
  • spiraledu May 9 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    I know we send a lot home, so I thought if they only kept one thing: what would they want? Photo. Handprint. Drawing #ecechat
    In reply to @VealHeidi
  • ADutke May 9 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    I always take videos but never get around to sharing them. Need to do that better next year! #ECEChat
    In reply to @JessicaCabeen
  • ECEchat - Moderator May 9 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    RT Q6. How do you involve families in what goes on everyday in the classroom? #ECEChat
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    We use @seesaw a lot but nothing with QR codes. how does that work? #ecechat
    In reply to @KLCseedtotree, @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • spiraledu May 9 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    After they understand what you are doing, they will start telling you: put this in my book! #ecechat
    In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan, @SaraHolm15
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    I’m so grateful for the ideas and sharing tonight on #ECEChat! Thanks for being such a great PLN!
  • SaraHolm15 May 9 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    LOVE that! :) #ecechat Do you start with a binder? blank scrapbook? folder?
    In reply to @spiraledu, @KC_SEASportsFan
  • spiraledu May 9 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Can make a popsicle picture frame with Scannable QR code link to @Seesaw or other digital portfolio. #ecechat make multiple for grandparents
    In reply to @SaraHolm15, @KLCseedtotree, @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • KLCseedtotree May 9 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Ss scan, find their pict in app and photo/video artifact then hit check mark to send to me. @Seesaw has built in QR Ss/Ps can use. #ecechat
    In reply to @SaraHolm15, @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • ECEchat - Moderator May 9 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    Thank you for joining #ECEchat tonight. Remember to follow the awesome #EarlyEd friends that you connected with tonight!
  • ADutke May 9 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    So many great ideas tonight! Thanks everyone for sharing them!! #ECEChat
  • spiraledu May 9 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    I've done either depending on what I can scrap together. Even an empty notebook works. Just need one for each student #ecechat
    In reply to @SaraHolm15, @KC_SEASportsFan
  • JessicaCabeen - Moderator May 9 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    Here is a list of #ECEchat Tweeps to follow and connect with throughout the week https://t.co/Yb7mee4UEP
  • ECEchat - Moderator May 9 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    Be on the lookout for the archive of tonight's chat. Thanks again for joining #ECEchat You all made it terrific!
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    Join #ECEchat next Tues, May 16th when we talking learning spaces with @Byron_Gilliland
  • VealHeidi - Moderator May 9 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    That’s a great idea. It could be a digital book and then the link to the book is shared on @Seesaw #ECEchat
    In reply to @SaraHolm15, @spiraledu, @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • KLCseedtotree May 9 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    Yes! Love the digital portfolio that Ps can download and keep forever #ecechat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @SaraHolm15, @Seesaw
  • BlossJulie May 9 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    Hey #ECEchat- anyone in the group going to NAESP/NASSP in Philadelphia in July? πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ˜Šβ˜€οΈ