#MVeLearn Archive | Participate

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:00 PM EST

Julie Kissinger, Language Arts teacher 6th grade MVJHS , ready to connect, discuss, and share. #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:00 PM EST

Tonight’s topic: Teach Like A Pirate - Transformation & Enthusiasm pages 55-72. #MVeLearn

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:00 PM EST

Welcome Back Crew! Please tell us who you are, what you do, and where you’re sailing from tonight! #MVeLearn

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:00 PM EST

#MVeLearn What up, scalawags. Only Julie will get this, and it is not the traditional definition. https://t.co/SsMl9MR53F

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:00 PM EST

Chad Rodgers, Principal MVJHS, co-moderator and ready to read tweets about Purple Cows (no emoji) #MVeLearn

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:01 PM EST

Cammy Rodgers, Farmersville, 5th Grade, tired but looking forward to this! #MVeLearn

ckbasham Feb 17 @ 9:01 PM EST

Cynthia Basham, MVSHS, Spanish teacher #MVeLearn

williamastein Feb 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

Bill Stein director of tech, IU fan, multitasker #MVeLearn

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

#MVeLearn Dave Purvis. Sailing from my living room while watching The Big Bang Theory. Bazinga

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

@rodgers_cammy @ckbasham Glad to see you tonight! #MVeLearn

MsShalane Feb 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

#MVeLearn welcome back fellow pirates! Ready to sail on our chat tonight! Shalane Niemeier....K at South Terrace @burgessdave

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Excited to see all the IU fans! #Mvelearn Go Hoosiers!

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

@MsShalane Great to see you Shalane! #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Awesome to have ya #MVeLearn https://t.co/Y3mEKoIEWc

MsShalane Feb 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

#MVeLearn welcome back fellow pirates! Ready to sail on our chat tonight! Shalane Niemeier....K at South Terrace @burgessdave

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

#MVeLearn Beth Johns, principal at Farmersville, looking forward to learning from others.

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

@kissinger_julie wait a minute....IU? #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:04 PM EST

@BethJohns_ Nice to see you, Beth! #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:04 PM EST

Keep it clean, please. Keep it clean. Have Duke/UNC on the in the background. #BoilerUp #MVeLearn https://t.co/92vdPzmyMV

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Excited to see all the IU fans! #Mvelearn Go Hoosiers!

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:04 PM EST

@ralo98 #MVeLearn so your tweets can be seen by everyone :)

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:05 PM EST

We will be using the Q1 & R1 format. Be sure to include the #MVeLearn hashtag!

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:05 PM EST

#MVeLearn 8 1/2 hours of research grading down, 6 hours of novel projects ahead. Ahoy!

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:05 PM EST

Q1: Tell us about how you lived the challenge using Rapport & Ask/Analyze during this past week. #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:05 PM EST

@GRAMMARDOCTORS All tonight? Better have coffee. #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:06 PM EST

Is @ralo98 here in the chat? #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1) Analyze, ask are simply called M-F for me & all of us. Gotta add LISTEN! So important to having that rapport, that builds TEAM #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:07 PM EST

WELCOME Rachel! #MVeLearn

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

#MVeLearn R1 I have been doing novel interviews for two weeks. I have connected with more kids during these sessions! Rapport Up!

whitney_martens Feb 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

Whitney Martens, science teacher at MVJHS. Looks like I'll be setting sail from the gym! #MVeLearn

Purpleaces1995 Feb 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

#MVeLearn Peg in the HAUS!

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

R1 I've been building some rapport with Mr. Pickrell in his new co-lab! #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:09 PM EST

@whitney_martens @Purpleaces1995 Welcome girls! #mvelearn

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:09 PM EST

R1. Got Ss excited about Math and Science tie in using something they all love...Skittles! Rapport! Know what they love! #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:09 PM EST

A1b)great week brainstorming w/Ts, putting Ss 1st. Have so many people pulling sled in same direction it's awesome #MVeLearn Rapport counts!

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:10 PM EST

#MVeLearn A1 Relationships are so important - between all stakeholders in the school.

Purpleaces1995 Feb 17 @ 9:10 PM EST

#MVeLearn Today one of my K kids today ask if we are going to go on "googly Earth!" We have been taking virtual field trips.

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:10 PM EST

Q1: Building rapport is key..until they know you care, they won't want to travel the educational journey with you. #MVelearn Listen

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:10 PM EST

Getting that 1:1 is so magical. Ss are always engaged and then get that QUALITY INDIVIDUALIZED INSTRUCTION #MVeLearn https://t.co/yctvZ0B1eD

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

#MVeLearn R1 I have been doing novel interviews for two weeks. I have connected with more kids during these sessions! Rapport Up!

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

R1: asked and analyzed many questions during grant writing for Steel Case ! #MVeLearn

HeidiDoelling Feb 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

I am here for the book chat, sailing from home. #MVeLearn

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

#MVeLearn Great lesson, Cammy! https://t.co/WO8urM8v2w

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:09 PM EST

R1. Got Ss excited about Math and Science tie in using something they all love...Skittles! Rapport! Know what they love! #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

Q2: How do you make your classroom or teaching into the “Purple Cow?” How are you remarkable? #MVeLearn

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

Keeping fingers crossed, Pam. #Mvelearn https://t.co/r54KfCxW3e

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

R1: asked and analyzed many questions during grant writing for Steel Case ! #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

@HeidiDoelling Welcome Heidi! #MVeLearn

ckbasham Feb 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

@risky4 ooohh grants for steel case.... new furniture? don't forget me! lol #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

@ckbasham yep...slim chance, but hope is up! #MVeLearn

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

R1. Using S questions for each other to get them to analyze their writing this week! #MVeLearn

Purpleaces1995 Feb 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

R2: #MVeLearn We do a chant before leaving the "school." They get excited on where we are going to land.

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

@BethJohns_ Thank you! :) #MVeLearn

ralo98 Feb 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

Rapport with kids is essential for trust. Once you gain trust, they are more receptive to learning. #MVeLearn

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

R1: We analyzed an essay today by deconstructing it and identifying the parts. #MVeLearn

johnsonra10 Feb 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

#MveLearn- I just got home, going to tweet and watch 2 games-fun, fun

ckbasham Feb 17 @ 9:14 PM EST

R2 I try to imagine being in their seat, if I would get bored, they will, try to keep it interesting #mvelearn

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:14 PM EST

#MVeLearn R1 Jumping in 19 degree water for Polar Plunge with 4 MVJHS students=Bond that cannot be broken.

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:14 PM EST

1000 time yes. Rapport is the key that unlocks so much. #MVeLearn https://t.co/43TFazB0lY

ralo98 Feb 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

Rapport with kids is essential for trust. Once you gain trust, they are more receptive to learning. #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:14 PM EST

Here's Question 2 #MVeLearn https://t.co/nCh08k5rqO

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

Q2: How do you make your classroom or teaching into the “Purple Cow?” How are you remarkable? #MVeLearn

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:14 PM EST

Welcome, Rick! #MVeLearn https://t.co/HB7ISA0jZd

johnsonra10 Feb 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

#MveLearn- I just got home, going to tweet and watch 2 games-fun, fun

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:14 PM EST

#MVeLearn R2 Keeping things exciting for students rejuvenates teachers.

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:15 PM EST

@johnsonra10 Glad to have Rick in the chat! #MVeLearn

MsShalane Feb 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

#MVeLearn R2: seeing my kids get excited about a lesson excited me and gives me the umpf I need to make it memorable

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

R2. Allowing my Ss input into their learning, doing what they do best and promoting it! #MVeLearn

amberoakleymom Feb 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

Still at class with daughter, but I'll try to chime in #Mvelearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

R1: Purple Cows strive for engagement! Lots of purple cows in MV #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

That's great. Sounds like you have mastered or addressed, if they didn't have to be there would they #MVeLearn https://t.co/U3lCQ2KxFR

ckbasham Feb 17 @ 9:14 PM EST

R2 I try to imagine being in their seat, if I would get bored, they will, try to keep it interesting #mvelearn

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

With ISTEP looming on the horizon I have not had Purple Cow moments, definitely BROWN COW! #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

@amberoakleymom Please do, AMBER! #MVeLearn

HeidiDoelling Feb 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

R1/2:I've been looking4a book my book group in Mrs Yorks class will ❤️found the 1 and I can't wait for them to hear it and discuss #MVeLearn

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

Amen! #MVeLearn https://t.co/dvZfNLfhu4

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

With ISTEP looming on the horizon I have not had Purple Cow moments, definitely BROWN COW! #MVeLearn

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

#MVeLearn R2 I plan like Picasso painted. Every lesson is a work of art. I want to sell tickets to my lessons.

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:18 PM EST

Again, my only response for brown cow is ... HOW NOW??? #MVeLearn Anyone? Anyone, Bueller? #MVeLearn https://t.co/pxOhwYMPo0

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

With ISTEP looming on the horizon I have not had Purple Cow moments, definitely BROWN COW! #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:18 PM EST

Again, my only response for brown cow is ... HOW NOW??? #MVeLearn Anyone? Anyone, Bueller? #MVeLearn https://t.co/pxOhwYMPo0

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

With ISTEP looming on the horizon I have not had Purple Cow moments, definitely BROWN COW! #MVeLearn

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:18 PM EST

I would like a ticket (free of charge)! #MVeLearn https://t.co/GfnQLepRp5

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

#MVeLearn R2 I plan like Picasso painted. Every lesson is a work of art. I want to sell tickets to my lessons.

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:18 PM EST

Here's question 3 #MVeLearn https://t.co/JSHLIidRxC

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:18 PM EST

Q3: Tell us about a lesson that you could “sell tickets for.” Include pictures if you have them. MVeLearn

HBrandle Feb 17 @ 9:19 PM EST

Definitely agree Julie..ISTEP has made it a little difficult, but trying #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:20 PM EST

Here's a pic that we could sell tickets for! #MVeLearn https://t.co/WAlC8UMQKh

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:20 PM EST

R3 staff meeting, had a teacher showcase where Ts presented items that we all use LMS, grade programs, their tricks of the trade #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:20 PM EST

Has the doctor been on the news lately? #MVeLearn

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

"Sell tickets for" Any lesson that has my students excited about learning. If I had a pic of my Ss I would post! #MVeLearn

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

R3: Earlier in the year we had an author's reading and STS read passages from their writing. It was amazing! #MVeLearn

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

#MVeLearn R3 My debate unit. I studied the summer of 2014 to learn this. It transferred to the court visits with Mrs. McFadin-Higgins.

MsShalane Feb 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

#MVeLearn R3: I struggle with ticket sales in kindergarten. We are doing a close reading this week about penguins and they are LOVING it!

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:22 PM EST

Oh the Dr. is in on the ship! #MVeLearn https://t.co/VSpP9qPPx4

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:20 PM EST

Here's a pic that we could sell tickets for! #MVeLearn https://t.co/WAlC8UMQKh

KGrider88 Feb 17 @ 9:22 PM EST

R3: I am late to the party! My kids creating activities to engage their classmates! #MVeLearn https://t.co/vrSddvcads

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:22 PM EST

Every day in kindergarten is "ticket" worthy. #MVeLearn https://t.co/qPvZNAO3RZ

MsShalane Feb 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

#MVeLearn R3: I struggle with ticket sales in kindergarten. We are doing a close reading this week about penguins and they are LOVING it!

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:22 PM EST

I think there's times I'd buy tix for half the stuff I see in K class, don't sell yourself short #MVeLearn https://t.co/xeklN0Hmv0

MsShalane Feb 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

#MVeLearn R3: I struggle with ticket sales in kindergarten. We are doing a close reading this week about penguins and they are LOVING it!

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:23 PM EST

Exactly, the kids are so creative! #MVeLearn https://t.co/GRvcKJIE5b

KGrider88 Feb 17 @ 9:22 PM EST

R3: I am late to the party! My kids creating activities to engage their classmates! #MVeLearn https://t.co/vrSddvcads

HBrandle Feb 17 @ 9:23 PM EST

R3: Rapping with the Facts with Multiplication is always a fun learning time with my students #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:23 PM EST

@KGrider88 Outstanding! I wanna ticket! #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:23 PM EST

R3b) balloons for hybrid bonding, M&M chromotography, clay boats, floating paper clips & needles, exploding metals #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

Q4: Tell us about a lesson or PD you’ve planned that you’ve reframed or “PIRATEd Up?” #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

@HBrandle Ss love this. Thanks for sharing! #MVeLearn

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

What an amazing Chem teacher! And I stole them all! Love them all! #MVeLearn https://t.co/ot9k2qTiUQ

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:23 PM EST

R3b) balloons for hybrid bonding, M&M chromotography, clay boats, floating paper clips & needles, exploding metals #MVeLearn

whitney_martens Feb 17 @ 9:25 PM EST

R3: Stem challenge days. They always got exciting! #MVeLearn https://t.co/w0ty8Y2yp3

johnsonra10 Feb 17 @ 9:25 PM EST

R3 I'm having a lot of luck with small review sessions in HB- love their enthusiasm #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:25 PM EST

It's the littlest things that make the BIGGEST difference. #MVeLearn https://t.co/tv5CoMushQ

johnsonra10 Feb 17 @ 9:25 PM EST

R3 I'm having a lot of luck with small review sessions in HB- love their enthusiasm #MVeLearn

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:26 PM EST

#MVeLearn R4 I pirated up my classic novels for honors:wikiprojects, PBL multiple choices, exit interviews, grouping with different classes

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:26 PM EST

Their enthusiasm is how we can access our impact! #MVeLearn They also share with me the excitement from your class https://t.co/eOCyolRqqW

johnsonra10 Feb 17 @ 9:25 PM EST

R3 I'm having a lot of luck with small review sessions in HB- love their enthusiasm #MVeLearn

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:27 PM EST

HOLY COW! #MVeLearn https://t.co/UgXlMXwtr4

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:26 PM EST

#MVeLearn R4 I pirated up my classic novels for honors:wikiprojects, PBL multiple choices, exit interviews, grouping with different classes

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:27 PM EST

Any lessons pirated up by using the S-Bowl(Cam/Peyton) or the Grammys (Ken. Lemar or T.Swift)? hook non-readers or debate or S.S.? #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:28 PM EST

Hands-on equals greater retention! #MVeLearn https://t.co/NJt4jSaWg2

amberoakleymom Feb 17 @ 9:27 PM EST

R3 ticket sales come when I step away and do hands on learning. My kids love hands on and cooking in class

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:28 PM EST

R4. Challenging my Ss to come up with their own real life story problems in Math using Algebra. #MVeLearn

KGrider88 Feb 17 @ 9:28 PM EST

R4 google docs has really revamped collaborative writing and peer editing in my class #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:28 PM EST

For those keeping track at home. That's 3 COW references tonight: Purple, Brown & now Holy #MVeLearn https://t.co/7D4aTS6NLs

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:27 PM EST
HOLY COW! #MVeLearn https://t.co/UgXlMXwtr4
- GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:26 PM EST
  
  #MVeLearn R4 I pirated up my classic novels for honors:wikiprojects, PBL multiple choices, exit interviews, grouping with different classes

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:29 PM EST

#MVeLearn Let's not forget cow-tipping. Tommy Boy, anyone?

MsShalane Feb 17 @ 9:29 PM EST

#MVeLearn my kids get bored with add/sub fluency. we did games/team challenges this week. Now they are excited when I say let's practice!

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:30 PM EST

Q5: What are characteristics of schools that Ss, Ts, and Ps knock down the doors to get into each day? #MVeLearn

KGrider88 Feb 17 @ 9:30 PM EST

@RodgersChad I used Sbowl commercials to reinforce persuasion and persuasive techniques. #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:30 PM EST

@MsShalane Gamification makes a big difference in enthusiasm! #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:30 PM EST

Amazing when that happens. You changed their perspective! #MVeLearn https://t.co/Bm37epOGVS

MsShalane Feb 17 @ 9:29 PM EST

#MVeLearn my kids get bored with add/sub fluency. we did games/team challenges this week. Now they are excited when I say let's practice!

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:31 PM EST

Yes!!!! Thank you. Capture the now, the current and USE IT! WAY TO GO #MVeLearn https://t.co/NxNK7G5h17

KGrider88 Feb 17 @ 9:30 PM EST

@RodgersChad I used Sbowl commercials to reinforce persuasion and persuasive techniques. #MVeLearn

ckbasham Feb 17 @ 9:32 PM EST

R5 rapport, care, enthusiastic and exciting lessons, driven to succeed #MVeLearn

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:32 PM EST

#MVeLearn A school that has a family of educators who have careers and not jobs.

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:32 PM EST

R5: Teachers who make a difference in their children...that is a positive difference #MVeLearn

johnsonra10 Feb 17 @ 9:32 PM EST

A5 FUN, Challenging, Fair, Safe, and a little Crazy. #MVeLearn

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:32 PM EST

@GRAMMARDOCTORS #MVeLearn R 5. CURSES

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:32 PM EST

R5. Fun, Supportive, Loving, Helpful, Teach/Learn, Team, Welcoming #MVeLearn

kristilreynolds Feb 17 @ 9:32 PM EST

#MVeLearn R5 - Ss that love their school!

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:33 PM EST

#MVeLearn Tommy Boy? One of my favorites! He would Pirate Up a classroom everyday. standards-based ?? Humm? https://t.co/Kbr9L7imhC

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:29 PM EST

#MVeLearn Let's not forget cow-tipping. Tommy Boy, anyone?

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:33 PM EST

R5 I think the same way when Ts are passionate about their subject, the people & the community need to have that vested passion #MVeLearn

HBrandle Feb 17 @ 9:33 PM EST

R4: (sorry behind) Agree that making ISTEP review a game at times has helped #MVeLearn

williamastein Feb 17 @ 9:34 PM EST

That's UTTERly ridiculous #MVelearn @RodgersChad https://t.co/AUpU1XSIS8

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:28 PM EST
For those keeping track at home. That's 3 COW references tonight: Purple, Brown & now Holy #MVeLearn https://t.co/7D4aTS6NLs
- kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:27 PM EST
  
  HOLY COW! #MVeLearn https://t.co/UgXlMXwtr4
  
  GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:26 PM EST
  
  #MVeLearn R4 I pirated up my classic novels for honors:wikiprojects, PBL multiple choices, exit interviews, grouping with different classes

HBrandle Feb 17 @ 9:34 PM EST

R5:Positive/supportive environment #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:34 PM EST

I bet. What ISTEP game can you share? #MVeLearn https://t.co/LligpKwy7w

HBrandle Feb 17 @ 9:33 PM EST

R4: (sorry behind) Agree that making ISTEP review a game at times has helped #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:34 PM EST

@williamastein You are too funny steinwa #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:34 PM EST

Bringing the RAIN ladies and gentlemen...#MVeLearn https://t.co/ii8ybGfeuk

williamastein Feb 17 @ 9:34 PM EST
That's UTTERly ridiculous #MVelearn @RodgersChad https://t.co/AUpU1XSIS8
- RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:28 PM EST
  
  For those keeping track at home. That's 3 COW references tonight: Purple, Brown & now Holy #MVeLearn https://t.co/7D4aTS6NLs
  
  kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:27 PM EST
  
  HOLY COW! #MVeLearn https://t.co/UgXlMXwtr4
  
  GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:26 PM EST
  
  #MVeLearn R4 I pirated up my classic novels for honors:wikiprojects, PBL multiple choices, exit interviews, grouping with different classes

kcarlton1258 Feb 17 @ 9:35 PM EST

Just got home. Trying to read through tweets to see what I've missed #mvelearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:35 PM EST

Q6: Enthusiasm rubs off on everyone around us. How do you show and spread enthusiasm to your Ss, colleagues, Ps and community? #MVeLearn

HBrandle Feb 17 @ 9:35 PM EST

For Math I put them into teams to work together to find the answers. Came up with a team name and got to work with peers #MVeLearn

Purpleaces1995 Feb 17 @ 9:35 PM EST

R5: The kids are excited about the "Eye Spy" illustrated book. #MVeLearn https://t.co/37J1j80Bpn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:35 PM EST

@kcarlton1258 Let the party begin, Kelly is here! #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:35 PM EST

@kcarlton1258 Join in, it's a fun time tonight #MVeLearn

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:36 PM EST

#MVeLearn R5 Offer building wide novelty and variety to the day for students. Special events/dress/etc. They can't wait to come to school.

HBrandle Feb 17 @ 9:36 PM EST

It was better than just sitting in their seat solving by themselves. Saw collaboration and they got to move around! #MVeLearn

kristilreynolds Feb 17 @ 9:36 PM EST

#MVeLearn R5 - Teachers that take an interest in their students and find some way to relate to them. My Ss love when I "sing" popular songs

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:36 PM EST

#MVeLearn ISTEP FUN. I told them our principal will sleep on the roof if they get 90% of the Pearson Parcc. We almost have it.

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:37 PM EST

R6: It goes back to immersion. BE there EVERY minute..so little time and lots to accomplish #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:37 PM EST

#stolen #thankyou #MVeLearn https://t.co/4KJd1iE1xu

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:36 PM EST

#MVeLearn R5 Offer building wide novelty and variety to the day for students. Special events/dress/etc. They can't wait to come to school.

kcarlton1258 Feb 17 @ 9:37 PM EST

Lol Pam!! Making me feel welcome. #mvelearn

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:37 PM EST

Q6. Share and promote anything the school or other schools in the district are doing. Go to support all events! #MVeLearn

ralo98 Feb 17 @ 9:37 PM EST

R6: SPARKLES!! #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:37 PM EST

On it! #MVeLearn https://t.co/B95xyUayv3

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:36 PM EST

#MVeLearn ISTEP FUN. I told them our principal will sleep on the roof if they get 90% of the Pearson Parcc. We almost have it.

KGrider88 Feb 17 @ 9:37 PM EST

R6 getting involved with activities such as this! #MVeLearn

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:37 PM EST

Yes, those SPECIAL DAYS, give them something to look forward to. It can be something really simple. #MVeLearn https://t.co/O2lR07hBUr

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:36 PM EST

#MVeLearn R5 Offer building wide novelty and variety to the day for students. Special events/dress/etc. They can't wait to come to school.

Purpleaces1995 Feb 17 @ 9:38 PM EST

#MVeLearn Of course our upcoming 4C conference!!

MsShalane Feb 17 @ 9:38 PM EST

#MVeLearn R6: this weekend @summerme2000 and I traveled to watch the 6th grade NP AAU team in a tourney! They were so surprised & happy!

HeidiDoelling Feb 17 @ 9:38 PM EST

#MVeLearn R6) by continuing2Bupbeat and cheery, even if student complains or shows disinterest in work(I use this technique often in Alt. Rm

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:38 PM EST

Someone's back! Friday Eve awaits! #MVeLearn https://t.co/RDMy7xeHlD

ralo98 Feb 17 @ 9:37 PM EST

R6: SPARKLES!! #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:38 PM EST

@Purpleaces1995 Bonus points! #MVeLearn

johnsonra10 Feb 17 @ 9:39 PM EST

R6 There is no faking your enthusiasm for what you do, I love being a propaganda minister for MVJH- I LOVE TEACHING #MVeLearn

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:39 PM EST

I seen this positive attitude. Sometimes STS test us to know to see if we care. #MVeLearn https://t.co/ECiRT5DtVQ

HeidiDoelling Feb 17 @ 9:38 PM EST

#MVeLearn R6) by continuing2Bupbeat and cheery, even if student complains or shows disinterest in work(I use this technique often in Alt. Rm

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:39 PM EST

That's wonderful! Where is Donna tonight? #MVeLearn https://t.co/SabdBdHfLB

MsShalane Feb 17 @ 9:38 PM EST

#MVeLearn R6: this weekend @summerme2000 and I traveled to watch the 6th grade NP AAU team in a tourney! They were so surprised & happy!

HBrandle Feb 17 @ 9:39 PM EST

R6: I agree being there for the kids is important. Make all material seem exciting (even though it might not be)#MVeLearn

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:39 PM EST

#MVeLearn I don't know how to answer that. It is just a part of my DNA to love people.

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:39 PM EST

#MVeLearn I'd gladly sleep on the roof for that, and it's cold and windy at FA. https://t.co/CZq9QUgWaX

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:36 PM EST

#MVeLearn ISTEP FUN. I told them our principal will sleep on the roof if they get 90% of the Pearson Parcc. We almost have it.

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:39 PM EST

A-men Reverend Johnson #MVeLearn https://t.co/EhULvxq9mX

johnsonra10 Feb 17 @ 9:39 PM EST

R6 There is no faking your enthusiasm for what you do, I love being a propaganda minister for MVJH- I LOVE TEACHING #MVeLearn

KGrider88 Feb 17 @ 9:40 PM EST

R6 not hanging on to good ideas; Share, collaborate, initiate!! #MVeLearn

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:40 PM EST

Q7: How do you avoid/negate the toxic negativity that some people bring into schools on a daily basis? #MVeLearn

ckbasham Feb 17 @ 9:40 PM EST

R7 Seek out the positive energy #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:41 PM EST

R7: Perfect opportunity to reframe! #MVeLearn

kristilreynolds Feb 17 @ 9:41 PM EST

#MVeLearn R6 - Worth saying again, find that connection. May look like we're goofing off but having a few minutes of fun goes a long way.

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:41 PM EST

#MVeLearn R7 I can get drawn to that, too. Burgess said that our job is too important to let negativity permeate the fiber of our being.

raqooq5 Feb 17 @ 9:42 PM EST

RT: RodgersChad: #stolen #thankyou #MVeLearn https://t.co/EMvl0UGgBm https://t.co/Ztk4CK9V6H

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:36 PM EST

#MVeLearn R5 Offer building wide novelty and variety to the day for students. Special events/dress/etc. They can't wait to come to school.

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:42 PM EST

R7. Share something positive about the day with the ones who might be feeling negative. Love our daily funnies @BethJohns_ #MVeLearn

MsShalane Feb 17 @ 9:42 PM EST

#MVeLearn R7: you are responsible for your own outlook on life and school! You control your own happiness/positivity. Let the negative go

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:42 PM EST

R7 same way I spread enthusiasm. Neg.People hate energy, closeness and enthusiasm. Make 'em uncomfortable while making the + njoy #MVeLearn

HBrandle Feb 17 @ 9:42 PM EST

R7:Can be hard, but try to stay positive as much as possible and spread that positivity! #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:42 PM EST

Hey Donna! Glad you are here! Going tomorrow? #MVeLearn

whitney_martens Feb 17 @ 9:42 PM EST

@johnsonra10 Our bright and shining North Star of the 8th grade team. You can never have a bad day around this guy. #MVeLearn

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:43 PM EST

#MVeLearn R 7I tell students this, as well. Don't allow others to change who you are.

kcarlton1258 Feb 17 @ 9:43 PM EST

Laugh and have fun with the teachers and kids. Practical jokes run rampant at ST. #MVeLearn

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:43 PM EST

#MVeLearn R7. Choose your attitude. It is a choice.

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:44 PM EST

#MVeLearn R7 Wear your smile. It's your best fashion accessory.

HBrandle Feb 17 @ 9:44 PM EST

@kcarlton1258 That's why we love ST so much! #MVeLearn

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:44 PM EST

Positive attitudes are definitely contagious! #MVeLearn https://t.co/9Vi2k34LR8

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:43 PM EST

#MVeLearn R7. Choose your attitude. It is a choice.

HeidiDoelling Feb 17 @ 9:44 PM EST

R7 it's so so important to focus on the positive in students. Especially when it's so easy to focus on the negative #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:44 PM EST

Miss that MVJHS! #MVeLearn https://t.co/ijoCvZ92Bp

ralo98 Feb 17 @ 9:44 PM EST

R7: thankfully our staff refrains from daily negativity. We build each other up and support on " Feb funk" days!

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:45 PM EST

We set the tone. #MVeLearn

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:45 PM EST

This might become my new motto! #MVeLearn https://t.co/vPB9oxen2t

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:44 PM EST

#MVeLearn R7 Wear your smile. It's your best fashion accessory.

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:45 PM EST

So true. Caring and relating when down is a strength at MVJHS. Diff. between feeling neg. and BEING NEG #MVeLearn https://t.co/Oc8hEo479P

ralo98 Feb 17 @ 9:44 PM EST

R7: thankfully our staff refrains from daily negativity. We build each other up and support on " Feb funk" days!

Purpleaces1995 Feb 17 @ 9:45 PM EST

#MVeLearn If Ss see us with a negative attitude, it will pass on to them.

whitney_martens Feb 17 @ 9:45 PM EST

R7: Reform your thinking. If you have too many bad days in a row, it's no one's fault except for your point of view. #MVeLearn

KGrider88 Feb 17 @ 9:46 PM EST

R7 the "shout outs" that @RodgersChad brought to the HS was so encouraging and helped spread enthusiasm. #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:46 PM EST

Yup! #MVeLearn https://t.co/grJEs0ZohW

Purpleaces1995 Feb 17 @ 9:45 PM EST

#MVeLearn If Ss see us with a negative attitude, it will pass on to them.

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:46 PM EST

Yes and he took them to the JH! #MVeLearn https://t.co/je7xRhXZwP

KGrider88 Feb 17 @ 9:46 PM EST

R7 the "shout outs" that @RodgersChad brought to the HS was so encouraging and helped spread enthusiasm. #MVeLearn

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:47 PM EST

We should incorporate student SHOUT OUTS on the broadcast. spotlight students with positive attitudes. #MVeLearn https://t.co/1wlsL76Xm5

KGrider88 Feb 17 @ 9:46 PM EST

R7 the "shout outs" that @RodgersChad brought to the HS was so encouraging and helped spread enthusiasm. #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:48 PM EST

Ooooooo, could be very cool! #MVeLearn #CultureChange https://t.co/6Y9GO3xcDK

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:47 PM EST
We should incorporate student SHOUT OUTS on the broadcast. spotlight students with positive attitudes. #MVeLearn https://t.co/1wlsL76Xm5
- KGrider88 Feb 17 @ 9:46 PM EST
  
  R7 the "shout outs" that @RodgersChad brought to the HS was so encouraging and helped spread enthusiasm. #MVeLearn

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:48 PM EST

#MVeLearn Toxic negativity has no place in the school building. Students face enough adversities.

ralo98 Feb 17 @ 9:49 PM EST

Peers promoting positivity! #MVeLearn

KGrider88 Feb 17 @ 9:49 PM EST

Cat congrat cards really spread positivity, too! Sometimes sending one to a troublesome S can really turn around their behavior. #MVeLearn

MsShalane Feb 17 @ 9:49 PM EST

#MVeLearn we do weekly classroom spotlights on our Facebook page to showcase positive learning environments with the community l!

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:49 PM EST

Well said. So true. We have to be stewards of the building. Gotta protect #MVeLearn https://t.co/D249il63mq

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:48 PM EST

#MVeLearn Toxic negativity has no place in the school building. Students face enough adversities.

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:50 PM EST

Q8: How will you “light yourself on fire with enthusiasm and become a beacon of bliss amidst a bastion of boredom and banality? #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:50 PM EST

FYI, still haven't looked up BANALITY #MVeLearn

ckbasham Feb 17 @ 9:50 PM EST

@RodgersChad me either #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:51 PM EST

@RodgersChad Great alliteration! #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:51 PM EST

Being banal, unoriginal #MVeLearn #WordOfTheDay tomorrow #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:51 PM EST

Being banal, unoriginal #MVeLearn #WordOfTheDay tomorrow #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:52 PM EST

That's a good one! #MVeLearn https://t.co/IIf58b1AUb

kcarlton1258 Feb 17 @ 9:50 PM EST

Having a sense of humor every minute. One teacher's quote: my bathroom break is now my mini lesson!! Finding humor. Mvelearn

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:52 PM EST

#MVeLearn Did you write that question? Impressive! https://t.co/T4defhjolA

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:50 PM EST

Q8: How will you “light yourself on fire with enthusiasm and become a beacon of bliss amidst a bastion of boredom and banality? #MVeLearn

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:53 PM EST

#MVeLearn R8 Alliterative, aren't you? I will show don't tell narrative writing with such vigor that Dr. John's students will never leave!

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:53 PM EST

R8. Show my kids how much fun getting ready for ISTEP will be next week...And let them show what they know! #MVeLearn

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:53 PM EST

R8 I visit rooms,interact w/ Ss, play knockout at lunch,be w/ colleagues.These light me fire when needed,otherwise it just happens #MVeLearn

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:54 PM EST

They love when you visit and interact! #MVeLearn https://t.co/OfXCBajIfv

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:53 PM EST

R8 I visit rooms,interact w/ Ss, play knockout at lunch,be w/ colleagues.These light me fire when needed,otherwise it just happens #MVeLearn

Purpleaces1995 Feb 17 @ 9:54 PM EST

R8: #MVeLearn Coming to class dressed as Frida Kahlo. I do have a colorful dress to turn into Ms. Frizzle I am working on presently.

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:54 PM EST

@kissinger_julie So do I. It's why I do what I do #MVeLearn

BethJohns_ - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:55 PM EST

#MVeLearn Amen! https://t.co/fS4zak3l6w

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:53 PM EST

R8. Show my kids how much fun getting ready for ISTEP will be next week...And let them show what they know! #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:55 PM EST

@Purpleaces1995 sell tickets, please. I want one to see her! #MVeLearn

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:56 PM EST

#MVeLearn R8 I will teach like the original master of enthusiasm. Jerry Kuykendal. Like if you love him.

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:56 PM EST

He taught me how teach! LOVE him! #MVeLearn https://t.co/BsZEmuMu9m

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:56 PM EST

#MVeLearn R8 I will teach like the original master of enthusiasm. Jerry Kuykendal. Like if you love him.

rodgers_cammy - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:56 PM EST

@GRAMMARDOCTORS Who? #MVeLearn

risky4 - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:57 PM EST

Funny, I thought of him as I read these pages on enthusiasm and transformation. He was a pirate! #MVeLearn https://t.co/6driQPUmpb

GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:56 PM EST

#MVeLearn R8 I will teach like the original master of enthusiasm. Jerry Kuykendal. Like if you love him.

RodgersChad Feb 17 @ 9:57 PM EST

Don't know him, but if the 2 of you sing his praises, I'm ALL IN! #MVeLearn https://t.co/0HILhtNQ8i

kissinger_julie - Moderator Feb 17 @ 9:56 PM EST
He taught me how teach! LOVE him! #MVeLearn https://t.co/BsZEmuMu9m
- GRAMMARDOCTORS Feb 17 @ 9:56 PM EST
  
  #MVeLearn R8 I will teach like the original master of enthusiasm. Jerry Kuykendal. Like if you love him.