#mschat Archive

A chat that offers middle school teachers a chance to have a collaborative discussion about a different topic each week. Our topics change from week to week, ranging from Common Core State Standards to Character Education. During the chat, participants exchanges ideas and resources. The chat group ranges in size each week from 10 to 50+ participants. Discussion can be general talking about instructional style or process to specific. Recently members of the chat group help each other create lessons.
Thursday March 16, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Good Evening! Lets Kick Off this MARCH in the MIDDLE chat with some introductions & ONE word to describe March for you right now:) #mschat
  • PPonstein1 Mar 16 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Madness! #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    I am Jackie Hanlon- 8th Grade ELA teacher from Somersworth, NH & my one word is a Blizzard. (Physical & Metaphorical:) #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Jeremy from MI. 8th grade science and English. One word = CRAZY!! #mschat
  • nsulla Mar 16 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Dr. Nancy Sulla double-dipping at #MEMSPAchat and #mschat; creator of the Learner-Active, Technology-Infused Classroom #LATIC; author:
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    I hear you! Welcome #mschat
    In reply to @PPonstein1
  • dr_helgeson Mar 16 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    John - ELA TOSA from WA #mschat
  • PPonstein1 Mar 16 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    I am Payton Ponstein - 7th Grade Homeroom Teacher from Jenison MI. #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Good evening all-Susan, instructional caoch form Loudoun County VA March=weather? ;) #mschat
  • nsulla Mar 16 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    March = transformational #mschat
  • mrs_abud Mar 16 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Janice, MS Teacher Consultant, MI. One word is marathon! #mschat
  • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Bridget, 6th grade ELA (English) from @DeSanaMiddle in GA. March = breathless 😂😂 #mschat
    In reply to @DeSanaMiddle
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    That it is! Glad it is not just me- Welcome! #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer
  • justindavidwilk Mar 16 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Justin, former ms teacher/current school board member from VA #mschat
  • briandurgin Mar 16 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Evening. Brian an EL teacher from MN. #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Super Positive! Welcome:) #mschat
    In reply to @nsulla
  • p_zuidhof Mar 16 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Gr. 5 Teacher, Surrey, British Columbia. Break #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • DruTomlin_AMLE - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Dru fr @AMLE chiming in2 #mschat 2nite fr tropical New Jersey! Ready 4 an awesome tweet up ab middle level ed, as usual!
    In reply to @AMLE
  • PPonstein1 Mar 16 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Good to meet you Brian. #mschat
    In reply to @briandurgin
  • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Jeff from Chi-Town. MS AP. We are in the homestretch of the year! #mschat
  • _MsHubbard_ Mar 16 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Hi, #mschat! Jordan from MI. 8th grade language arts. March = Madness! In both the basketball & figurative ways.:)
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    ...and not like Top Gun :Take My Breath Away breathless...like panting right? :) #mschat Welcome!
    In reply to @BrysonBridget
  • Beyond_the_Desk Mar 16 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Katie, IN, Title 1. March = stretching #mschat
  • briandurgin Mar 16 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    nice to meet you Payton #mschat
    In reply to @PPonstein1
  • goldengate10art Mar 16 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Kathleen Gr6-8 visual arts teacher from Winnipeg, MB 🇨🇦 one word - sanity #mschat
  • PPonstein1 Mar 16 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Where in Michigan Jordan? I'm from Jenison. #mschat
    In reply to @_MsHubbard_
  • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    - no time to pant :) #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • DruTomlin_AMLE - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Forgot 2 include my one word 4 March! Here it is: reignite #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Brian 5/6 math teacher from NH. March = opportunity. #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Welcome Everyone! Tonight we will use the Q1/A1 format... lets reflect, and enjoy. Q1 is on the way.... #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Q1: March begins the final stretch of the school year. What is one goal that you have reached so far? How did you do it? #mschat
  • Terencewhite23 Mar 16 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Hello all! Terence white 7th school science Illinois. #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Todd checking in from warren, MI #mschat excited for @jbhanlon moderating tonight
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • kennethdward Mar 16 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Almost late! Kenny ward @Bridge_Creek_MS principal #mschat
    In reply to @Bridge_Creek_MS
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: Quick turn around on grading. I put it on my calendar so I know I will grade. #mschat
  • mrs_abud Mar 16 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: Getting to know all of my students. Intentional time to connect, ask questions, but listen a lot! #mschat
  • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    To strive to give choice and voice in as many assignments and assessments as I can. Kids love it, engagement increased. Worth it! #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    can't be late to chat no tardy bells, enter when ready! Glad you are here #mschat
    In reply to @kennethdward, @Bridge_Creek_MS
  • briandurgin Mar 16 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: introducing passion projects to my class. Trying to integrate as much tech as possible to help Ss learning #mschat
  • PPonstein1 Mar 16 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Trying a new technology resource in my class. Check out animoto videos for a fun way to keep students engaged. #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • Terencewhite23 Mar 16 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: My goal was to master and wrap my head around our new science curriculum. Im getting there but it's a work in progress! #mschat
  • justindavidwilk Mar 16 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1. Actively engaging Ps and Ss on a daily basis. Finish strong and promote learning going into summer. #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    so important! Much more than paperwork- yet not always on the agenda. Good for you! #mschat
    In reply to @mrs_abud
  • kennethdward Mar 16 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1 we have kept a positive culture through a very tough year! We focused on the positive! #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: More student discovery in classroom #mschat Made it my goal and focus on it every week
  • goldengate10art Mar 16 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: I accomplished identifying what causes Ss to disengage. Is it b/c of problems outside of the classroom or being risk averse. #mschat
  • briandurgin Mar 16 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: getting Ss feedback through surveys to improve. #mschat
  • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    LOVE Animoto. I use it and my students love to use it for presentations. So easy! #mschat
    In reply to @PPonstein1, @jbhanlon
  • nsulla Mar 16 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Awesome approach to building high social capital! #mschat
    In reply to @mrs_abud
  • Terencewhite23 Mar 16 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: at the same time, still implementing student choice into our net science curriculum. #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk Mar 16 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Balancing my 2 schools (K-6 & 7-8) & 3 roles. Thanks to routines, to-do lists, tag-teaming, & the best dang aide ever! #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    That's awesome! What are your kids passionate about? What are your faves? #mschat
    In reply to @briandurgin
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: It was a goal of mine to work on peer feedback-my colleague and I have observed and processed several coaching sessions-powerful #mschat
  • dr_helgeson Mar 16 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Promoting social justice activities through research, articles, movement #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: Laugh every day with my Ss. #mschat
  • nsulla Mar 16 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Love the term "passion projects" -- what does that look like? #mschat
    In reply to @briandurgin
  • briandurgin Mar 16 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    sometimes can be hard but it helps so much. #mschat
    In reply to @kennethdward
  • _MsHubbard_ Mar 16 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: Incorporating more visible thinking & cooperative learning into the classroom to get my Ss active, engaged, & excited about ELA. #mschat
  • patrickfhansen Mar 16 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Patrick Hansen from West Palm Beach, FL - happy to join! #mschat
  • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: Implementing more restorative techniques with student conflict. Has been a major learning year for this mindset. #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    relationships are huge in the middle! This is very important ... #mschat
    In reply to @mrs_abud
  • Beyond_the_Desk Mar 16 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Risk averse. That's exactly the right term for it, isn't it? #mschat
    • goldengate10art Mar 16 @ 8:11 PM EDT
      A1: I accomplished identifying what causes Ss to disengage. Is it b/c of problems outside of the classroom or being risk averse. #mschat
  • SparkyTeaching Mar 16 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    For principals with principles + educators with spark *who* spark! https://t.co/6CWheptN1V #mdeschat #DENchat #G2great #mschat #MEMSPAchat
  • patrickfhansen Mar 16 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Awesome! Anything you could share? We just did some social justice poetry in my 6th ELA class #mschat
    In reply to @dr_helgeson
  • EduGladiators Mar 16 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    🤝SATURDAY #EduGladiators joins forces w/#EdCampWake w/@BrendanFetters guest host! #CCSchats #TCEA8Chat #mschat #games4ed #kyedchat #langchat
  • _MsHubbard_ Mar 16 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1: Maintaining consistent, positive communication with Ps & Ss about progress, classroom goings-on, etc. to build that environment. #mschat
  • briandurgin Mar 16 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    they home cultures gaming and anything they are good at. #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1- sending a positive note home and make a big deal to S when I catch a S doing something awesome. Just made it a weekly have to #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1- Find the work/family balance:) I have alot of hats& withan awesome husband,supportive teammates,&alot of colorcoding I'm doingit #mschat
  • patrickfhansen Mar 16 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Nice! Any specific techniques that you've found to been particularly effective? Or helpful resources? #mschat
    In reply to @BlackhawkAP
  • dr_helgeson Mar 16 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    one school worked w/ local theater company in constructing SJ tableaus..now spreading the word #mschat
    In reply to @patrickfhansen
  • briandurgin Mar 16 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    guided research exploring a topic of interest and have to create a product to share their learning somehow. #mschat
    In reply to @nsulla
  • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    What a great goal! I can imagine that it was challenging to maintain as the year progressed. #mschat @_MsHubbard_
    In reply to @_MsHubbard_
  • DruTomlin_AMLE - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1. 2 serve & support more middle grades schools trying 2 valiantly bring 16 Characteristics fr TWB 2 fruition. Still working on it #mschat
  • PPonstein1 Mar 16 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Positive communication we use with Ss who are struggling is"not yet" concept. Our goal is to get them to master content #mschat
    In reply to @_MsHubbard_
  • goldengate10art Mar 16 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    I found that Ss are reluctant to put pencil to paper, fearing making a mistake. Mistakes are integral to learning #mschat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    So see...Not Everything is Crazy...Some things have gotten done:) Q2 is coming up....#mschat
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A1: To build and nurture all relationships! #mschat
  • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    YES! Wrking w/new feeder school this yr-kids almost all arrived hating ELA. Important 2 wrk to cre8 the love! #mschat
    In reply to @_MsHubbard_
  • kennethdward Mar 16 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A1 we also have taken the #gafe plunge! Watched our T's w/the help of @MrsBeck25 start using #googleclassroom #mschat
    In reply to @MrsBeck25
  • nsulla Mar 16 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Best kinds of projects ... students as #problemfinders! #mschat
    In reply to @briandurgin
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Q2: As the days dwindle, What is one goal that you have yet to reach? How will you try to accomplish it before the end of the year? #mschat
  • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Always important to keep the focus that education is the ultimate service field. #mschat
    • DruTomlin_AMLE - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:15 PM EDT
      A1. 2 serve & support more middle grades schools trying 2 valiantly bring 16 Characteristics fr TWB 2 fruition. Still working on it #mschat
  • Terencewhite23 Mar 16 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Amen! #mschat
  • briandurgin Mar 16 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    google forms. #mschat
    In reply to @justindavidwilk
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Positive notes home take little effort and have enormous positive ripples! #mschat
    • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:14 PM EDT
      A1- sending a positive note home and make a big deal to S when I catch a S doing something awesome. Just made it a weekly have to #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    absolutely toooften we don't make a big deal of it or Ps are never aware of the great things their kid is doing ! #mschat
    In reply to @justindavidwilk
  • _MsHubbard_ Mar 16 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Yes, absolutely! Luckily I made it a part of my routine by then, but I've found it to be incredibly helpful all around. #mschat
    In reply to @BlackhawkAP
  • briandurgin Mar 16 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    so powerful for learning and improving #mschat
    In reply to @SusZanti5
  • patrickfhansen Mar 16 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Nice! I just saw that #GoogleClassroom is now available to non-#gafe schools #mschat
    In reply to @kennethdward, @MrsBeck25
  • _MsHubbard_ Mar 16 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Yes! Love that growth mindset language.:) #mschat
    In reply to @PPonstein1
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: I struggle as others do to get through everything. Also, taking the time for just me #mschat
  • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2. Bringing students to the finish line, especially as 8th graders finish their MS career. #mschat
  • dr_helgeson Mar 16 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: creating lesson study groups to promote key instructional practices #mschat
  • Terencewhite23 Mar 16 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: while battling the pressures of colleagues, I want to become a complete student-driven classroom by the end of the year. #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    #mschat
    • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:17 PM EDT
      Q2: As the days dwindle, What is one goal that you have yet to reach? How will you try to accomplish it before the end of the year? #mschat
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Yes! I like: FAILS= First Attempts at Learning, kids need to know it how we grow! #mschat
    • goldengate10art Mar 16 @ 8:16 PM EDT
      I found that Ss are reluctant to put pencil to paper, fearing making a mistake. Mistakes are integral to learning #mschat
      In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk
  • kennethdward Mar 16 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 to have solid plans for next year in place so we can hit the ground running next year! #mschat
  • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: achvd goal of integrating Google Classrm to our routine, but so much more to lrn re:addons etc. finding time to play cn b hard #mschat
  • briandurgin Mar 16 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: finding a way to ignite my Ss passion for learning throughout the summer. #mschat
  • patrickfhansen Mar 16 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: I'd like to start #20time with my 6th graders. Have only done it with 7th and 8th but I think 6th can handle it too #mschat
  • goldengate10art Mar 16 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2:Me: Finishing my research for my Master's thesis. Teacher role: reaching 5 Ss with u breakable barriers around them. #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    ME TIME! That's a real thing???? I am so asking my leprechaun we catch in our 1st grade Stem trap for that :) #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer
  • justindavidwilk Mar 16 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2. I wanted to do more leisurely reading to encourage Ss to engage in it. As testing season ends, I'll attempt to incorporate more #mschat
  • kennethdward Mar 16 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 plans to take out PLC's to the next level! #mschat
  • kennethdward Mar 16 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 plans to take our advisory clubs to new heights! #mschat
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: To see all of the amazing Ts I started the year with who were novices at the time-who are no longer novices-exciting! #mschat
  • PPonstein1 Mar 16 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    #mschat That vertical learning is more important than horizontal learning.
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    I'm right there with ya! We have had 5 snow days and I just feel like I am always sprinting to catch up #mschat
    In reply to @BlackhawkAP
  • mrs_abud Mar 16 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: Work to reach even more students and help them find success. #mschat
  • PPonstein1 Mar 16 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    what is #20 time? #mschat
    In reply to @patrickfhansen
  • kennethdward Mar 16 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2 plans to integrate tech through #gafe even more than we did this year! #mschat
  • briandurgin Mar 16 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: figuring out ways to be better in my cotaught classes to meet the needs of all Ss. #mschat
  • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Agreed! It is incredibly powerful to watch the growth of new Ts. We have many @blackhawk_ms that have had a profound impact on Ss #mschat
    • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:20 PM EDT
      A2: To see all of the amazing Ts I started the year with who were novices at the time-who are no longer novices-exciting! #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A mile deep instead of wide right? #mschat
    In reply to @PPonstein1
  • goldengate10art Mar 16 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    What approaches are you trying for this? I'm working on this as well! #mschat
    In reply to @Terencewhite23
  • nsulla Mar 16 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2) As you head to the finish line ... if you need some "test besting" ideas, check out my blog post: https://t.co/HKTbAauEaQ #mschat
  • kennethdward Mar 16 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2 plans to make the @fishphilosophy even more part of our culture. #mschat
    In reply to @fishphilosophy
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2: I WILL get my Google Classroom to be a thing that happens daily... I WILL. #mschat
  • DruTomlin_AMLE - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2. Working on redefining my own leadership. Read, reflect, rekindle, reconnect w/ the help & support of other middle grades folks #mschat
  • Terencewhite23 Mar 16 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2: in addition, I want to become a leader of technology and use my newly acquired tech specialists certification. #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2Help those Ss who haven't reach their goals this year to finish the last trimester succesfully. Meet with them 1 on 1 develop plan #mschat
    • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:17 PM EDT
      Q2: As the days dwindle, What is one goal that you have yet to reach? How will you try to accomplish it before the end of the year? #mschat
  • _MsHubbard_ Mar 16 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A2: Maintaining a work-life balance without feeling guilty about taking time for me. Carving time out has been tough but necessary. #mschat
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    The evolution of a first year T is exciting and challenging-there is so much to celebrate as the year ends! #mschat
    • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:21 PM EDT
      Agreed! It is incredibly powerful to watch the growth of new Ts. We have many @blackhawk_ms that have had a profound impact on Ss #mschat
      • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:20 PM EDT
        A2: To see all of the amazing Ts I started the year with who were novices at the time-who are no longer novices-exciting! #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk Mar 16 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A2: Balance preparing my ss for testing w/out saying "on ISTEP..." so much. Trying to say "mastery of this skill will look like..." #mschat
  • patrickfhansen Mar 16 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    20% Time is giving kids time for passion projects - letting them purse an interest for an extended period #mschat
    In reply to @PPonstein1
  • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Really good goal. The old adage is that Ss will start next year how they finish this year. #mschat @Mr_Bussiere
    In reply to @Mr_Bussiere
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Q3: March Madness may be about B-ball but its a great slogan for MiddleLevel. How do you support Ss & Ts during this hectic time? #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A2: Finding balance and not stressing about the students who fall behind #mschat
  • Terencewhite23 Mar 16 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    So important to do this! #mschat
    • _MsHubbard_ Mar 16 @ 8:24 PM EDT
      A2: Maintaining a work-life balance without feeling guilty about taking time for me. Carving time out has been tough but necessary. #mschat
  • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A2.2 R&R time. Positives - moved my horse closer, focused on getting that brain/stress break. Negative - want non-ed reading time #mschat
  • patrickfhansen Mar 16 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Here is a Google Folder with some of my resources if you are interested: https://t.co/uIgU0TmVa8 #mschat
    In reply to @PPonstein1
  • Beyond_the_Desk Mar 16 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Yep. Not even sure what my job will be next year. Title 1 funding keeps shrinking... #mschat
    • kennethdward Mar 16 @ 8:19 PM EDT
      A2 to have solid plans for next year in place so we can hit the ground running next year! #mschat
  • PPonstein1 Mar 16 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: This week is Teacher Appreciation Week. I know I have felt very appreciated by my students, parents, and community. #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • justindavidwilk Mar 16 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3. Show Ts that even the most challenging students can be "Cinderella stories" :) #mschat
  • mrs_abud Mar 16 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: Make time for others. Offer to take on extra, provide extra support outside of the school day. #mschat
  • DJFTLL Mar 16 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    10 Tips for Creating a Culture of #Innovation via @MarkEDeschaine https://t.co/59tboLMZD1 #edchat #colchat #mschat #tlap
  • patrickfhansen Mar 16 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    @JoyKirr also has a great livebinder on the topic: https://t.co/4ht4ewgJUa #mschat
    In reply to @PPonstein1, @JoyKirr
  • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    important to finish strong! #mschat
    In reply to @BlackhawkAP
  • Terencewhite23 Mar 16 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: have each other back and remain positive no matter what is thrown at us. #mschat
  • PPonstein1 Mar 16 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Thank you. #mschat
    In reply to @patrickfhansen
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: Give time, Space... Listen to concerns and help as much as you can! Ten Power up with coffee and chocolate #mschat
  • dr_helgeson Mar 16 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: Listening to Understand NOT Listening to Respond #mschat
  • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Great analogy! 16 seeds defeat 1 seeds all the time in education through focus, collaboraion, and hard work. #mschat
    • justindavidwilk Mar 16 @ 8:26 PM EDT
      A3. Show Ts that even the most challenging students can be "Cinderella stories" :) #mschat
  • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Great analogy! 16 seeds defeat 1 seeds all the time in education through focus, collaboration, and hard work. #mschat
    • justindavidwilk Mar 16 @ 8:26 PM EDT
      A3. Show Ts that even the most challenging students can be "Cinderella stories" :) #mschat
  • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: working at kping pace steady, keeping any panic at bay, keeping things fun, no drill, we just keep learning together. Build up #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: Getting Ss up and moving. Allowing Ss to go off on tangents every now and then. Have Teacher meetings at the watering hole😉. #mschat
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: Listen well to both Ts & Ss acknowledge that you know their work, see their effort-celebrate thier progress/successes-be present #mschat
  • _MsHubbard_ Mar 16 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: Empathize with the craziness that's occurring on all levels & truly listen to it! Sometimes our Ss - & Ts! - just need to vent. #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    YES we need to focus on our Cinderella stories and not the Falling of top seeds #mschat
    In reply to @justindavidwilk
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: Give new teachers the support and help they might need. #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: Focus on the FUN of learning and not the tasks themselves #mschat
  • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3. Create connection points for Ss for the next year. Co-teach with a T from the next grade up or create buddy classrooms. #mschat
  • goldengate10art Mar 16 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: By asking Ss what they need from me. Too many times Ts assume they have the right answers, but it to questions never asked. #mschat
  • p_zuidhof Mar 16 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Q3: Allow for student voice in setting project deadlines. #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3- Get them to see that teamwork and trusting the person next to them is what got us here and will help carry us to a strong finish #mschat
    • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:24 PM EDT
      Q3: March Madness may be about B-ball but its a great slogan for MiddleLevel. How do you support Ss & Ts during this hectic time? #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk Mar 16 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3: It's silly, but food & fellowship. Had pitch-in last week, & it was great & much needed. Cinnamon chips & fruit salsa, y'all! #mschat
  • kennethdward Mar 16 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3 try not to stress the S's out about testing. No assemblies. No tshirts. #mschat
  • OnPointEdu Mar 16 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    What is Social Learning Theory? - https://t.co/3tTBoYIGTe #edtech #edchat #elemchat #mschat #hschat #teachers #learning
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3 My student leaders made "EncourageMINTS" to pass out to kids inthe middle of testing (starts next week) - #mschat The littlethings matter
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Excellent plan! Ss & Ts will benefit and feel connected form the start! #mschat
    • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:29 PM EDT
      A3. Create connection points for Ss for the next year. Co-teach with a T from the next grade up or create buddy classrooms. #mschat
  • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    How do your schools effectively use the spring to help transition 5th graders to MS? #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    yes this is tough trying to think of ways to get Ss excited to test & put forth best effort. May is all testing for us #mschat
    In reply to @kennethdward
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    We started yesterday! Students all toured the building and meet teachers, orientation last night for parents #mschat
    In reply to @BlackhawkAP
  • robinwellshick1 Mar 16 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A2 " It is what it is " helps. #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk Mar 16 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A3: For ss, it's time. Opening my room for hmwk help. Conferencing & goal-setting, accountability, encouragement (for parents too) #mschat
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    I Like "Patties on the back" Peppermint patties to TS in mailboxes as thanks for little things! #mschat
    • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:30 PM EDT
      A3 My student leaders made "EncourageMINTS" to pass out to kids inthe middle of testing (starts next week) - #mschat The littlethings matter
  • kennethdward Mar 16 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Hopefully we have done a good job getting them excited w/every assessment along the way. State test are just another test. #mschat
    • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:32 PM EDT
      yes this is tough trying to think of ways to get Ss excited to test & put forth best effort. May is all testing for us #mschat
      In reply to @kennethdward
  • robinwellshick1 Mar 16 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A6 I will stand by the door and greet every kid who comes in. I will thank them when they pack up to depart . It makes a difference #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A3:alsostarting a "Teacher Celebrity" Trading Card incentive for during testing. Collect all 6 different cards & win TakeOut lunch #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    step up day at the end of the year is great! Anything that gets them in school & interacting with Ts is helpful! #mschat
    In reply to @BlackhawkAP
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    It does make a difference, Do it as often as possible! #mschat
    In reply to @robinwellshick1
  • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Sounds intriguing. Is there a resource on this? #mschat
    • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:34 PM EDT
      A3:alsostarting a "Teacher Celebrity" Trading Card incentive for during testing. Collect all 6 different cards & win TakeOut lunch #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Q4: March will bring in Spring, a time of new growth. How are you going to grow professionally in the last few months of school? #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk Mar 16 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Such a fun idea! #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • jake_kessinger Mar 16 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Even a low ranked team has someone that's rooting for them to go all the way. It should be the way with Ss too. #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    exactly therefore should be no reason to stress out! #mschat
    In reply to @kennethdward
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    I made it up:) I will post the cards on #mschat next week:)
    In reply to @BlackhawkAP
  • rdport63 Mar 16 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A3 We created a bracket around iReady usage and proficiency #mschat Ts and Ss are all in. @NJAMLE #FMS_ROCKS
    In reply to @NJAMLE
  • kennethdward Mar 16 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    I want us to do every little thing the best we can. The big picture will take care of its self. #mschat
    • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:32 PM EDT
      yes this is tough trying to think of ways to get Ss excited to test & put forth best effort. May is all testing for us #mschat
      In reply to @kennethdward
  • justindavidwilk Mar 16 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4. Might seem odd, but learning from history. I plan to read Team of Rivals. Been out for awhile but never got around to it #mschat
  • PPonstein1 Mar 16 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    #mschat Will be creating an online website that shows how I am using technology in the classroom and meeting the ISTE standards. #mschat
  • jake_kessinger Mar 16 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: Start looking to next year - what will be our needs? What can we do now to prepare. Proactive vs reactive #mschat
  • goldengate10art Mar 16 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: By trying out negotiating the curriculum with my Gr8 art students. Each class will design the unit from start to finish. #mschat
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: Continue to participate in twitter chats-grow my PLN-present-attend-read-collaborate-communicate and stay positive! #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: By the end of next week I will attended 4 conferences in 5 weeks. = Brain overload!! 🤓😱💆🏻‍♂️ #mschat
  • robinwellshick1 Mar 16 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 I am attending PDs. Cleaning my Office, #mschat
  • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Great idea. Our Ts have created a "book madness" bracket where students are voting for books. Assembly next week @carolcalderin #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: I will take time to reflect on my lessons and how the students learned to adjust for the next year! #mschat
  • _MsHubbard_ Mar 16 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    That's so awesome! One of my goals for the future, for sure. #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    March is PD month in Michigan! WHEW when it has passed #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer
  • Beyond_the_Desk Mar 16 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4: I lead weekly PD & want it 2 be worthwhile. I really work hard at it. & I read articles/posts every day. Can't be 2 busy 2 lrn. #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Awesome! Make sure you share the link #mschat
    In reply to @PPonstein1
  • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Big plans. Helping present at NELMS conf the end of march NCTM conf beginning of April and and end of year survey with all my Ss. #mschat
    • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:35 PM EDT
      Q4: March will bring in Spring, a time of new growth. How are you going to grow professionally in the last few months of school? #mschat
  • dr_helgeson Mar 16 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4: Reflecting through data-driven discussion and effective-researched practices #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4: Always learning: Weekly on twitter and Reading Blogs etc #mschat
  • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4: keep lrning frm Chats, find time to play on Google - online course maybe? Reading Reading Reading #mschat
  • DruTomlin_AMLE - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Have 2 sign off early #mschat! Sorry ab that! B sure 2 join in on 3/23 as we tweet ab how we R celebrating #MLEM17! https://t.co/xbjpI9IbLO
  • Terencewhite23 Mar 16 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4: coming to Twitter and participating in chats like this and attending and camps and new PD. Never stay stagnant! #mschat
  • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Love the #MSchat it gives me the jolt I need every week to keep the creativity flowing.
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Love this idea. Maybe I could do it for reading. Making me think. #mschat
    In reply to @BlackhawkAP, @carolcalderin
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining in, Can't wait till next week! #mschat
    In reply to @DruTomlin_AMLE
  • mrs_abud Mar 16 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4: Look ahead for ways to improve for next year, read lots, stay active with Twitter chats, learn from my colleagues. #mschat
  • kaileedavelaar Mar 16 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Goal:work to change the stigma Of that notorious chatty class. #focus #positivechatter #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    So empowering! That is great:) Something that can be left behind:) #mschat
    In reply to @goldengate10art
  • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    me too - putting all the notes from this yr together & using resources to make 17-18 even better #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    YES! #mschat Makes me feel energized to GO BE THE BEST teacher I can be
    In reply to @BlackhawkAP
  • nsulla Mar 16 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4) It's a great time to innovate! Consider #PBL -- browse free units @ https://t.co/giDab8kqx7 (enter w/ demo mode ... no strings) #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    There is some kind of badge for that...or a cocktail :) #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    There definitely should be. #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • robinwellshick1 Mar 16 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A1 I have had a reading period that has revealed the undercover readers. had the chance to create space for book talk w/o judgement #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    I have been more intentional this year, writing notes on each lesson of how to improve and tweak! #mschat
    In reply to @BrysonBridget
  • SparkyTeaching Mar 16 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    FAB. 11 year-old starts 'Books & Bros' to inspire his peers to read. https://t.co/kaAVsw9ZJ7 #mdeschat #mschat #g2great #engchat #istechat
  • posickj Mar 16 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A4 Joining way late, but my growth will occur because of conversations and reflections with my colleagues, PLN, and family. #mschat
    • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:35 PM EDT
      Q4: March will bring in Spring, a time of new growth. How are you going to grow professionally in the last few months of school? #mschat
  • goldengate10art Mar 16 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Thanks! I approach art as a development of attitudes as so few of my Ss will become artists themselves. #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • rdport63 Mar 16 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A4 - "Where Growth Ends Decay Begins! Just returned to NJ from Cali training with @BIEpbl #mschat #FMS_Rocks @NJAMLE
    In reply to @BIEpbl, @NJAMLE
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    I remind first year teachers to do so, then next year planning will make sense and have direction for growth and change #mschat
    • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:41 PM EDT
      I have been more intentional this year, writing notes on each lesson of how to improve and tweak! #mschat
      In reply to @BrysonBridget
  • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    yes - kept an on-going, ever-growing Ggl doc. Pages long now! Time to combine ideas and add a pinch of realism re:time #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A4: Running new PreService Strand at #NELMS17 March 30& 31! Cant wait to see @DrDebbieSilver & so many PLN! #mschat
    In reply to @DrDebbieSilver
  • _MsHubbard_ Mar 16 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A4: Be more intentional about reading materials that I know will be formative to my teaching. #mschat is always a given, too.:)
  • p_zuidhof Mar 16 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A4: Co-plan unit with teammates using new info from our last school PD; learn and try new tech tools to use in class. #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Here comes Q5... #mschat
  • rdport63 Mar 16 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A4 - Listening to @MichaelFullan1 audio book - The Principal Keys to Maximizing Impact. #mschat @NJAMLE #FMS_ROCKS
    In reply to @MichaelFullan1, @NJAMLE
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Q5: Tomorrow is St. Patrick’s Day - What would be inside your metaphorical education pot of gold? #mschat
  • Flocabulary Mar 16 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Students can now share their Lyric Lab raps with others by printing or saving their rap to a PDF! Read more: https://t.co/B8bvLBiURS #mschat
  • kennethdward Mar 16 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A4 hopefully I can grow closer to finishing my dissertation! #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    How is it so far? Worth reading? #mschat
    In reply to @rdport63, @MichaelFullan1, @NJAMLE
  • PPonstein1 Mar 16 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    #mschat Teaching at a Christian school I love showing my students how the three leaf clover is a symbol of the Trinity. #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk Mar 16 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5: Paid registration & travel for every conference ever. #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5: I would like to see all of my colleagues continuing to work together and making every day count. #mschat
  • justindavidwilk Mar 16 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5. Adequate federal and state funding... one can dream #mschat
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5: Tech for everyone a device for every Ss- and since we are wishing-the device that meets every Ss needs perfectly! ;) #mschat
  • goldengate10art Mar 16 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5: My report cards magically written when I get to school tomorrow! #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5: Time! Time for individualized instruction w/ feedback #mschat time to listen, time to reflect, time to get it all in!
  • Terencewhite23 Mar 16 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5: Attend every conference for a year straight and come back and teach for a whole year fresh! #mschat
  • robinwellshick1 Mar 16 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5 Another chance for Ss- to read the book, to attend, to apologize , to try, to reword, to resist, to reach - a 2nd chance #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    that coulda helped me today!!!!! #mschat
    In reply to @goldengate10art
  • PPonstein1 Mar 16 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    #mschat A5: Looking to go one to one with technology next fall. #mschat
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Time was my second choice---oh what we could do with more time :) #mschat
    • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:48 PM EDT
      A5: Time! Time for individualized instruction w/ feedback #mschat time to listen, time to reflect, time to get it all in!
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: Respect for teachers, education and the process #mschat We are the professionals stop playing political football with our jobs!
  • mrs_abud Mar 16 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: Time and resources to meet the needs of all kids #mschat
  • _MsHubbard_ Mar 16 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: Access to diverse books for every S, 1-1 technology, & paid conference fees for Ts.:) No big deal, right? #mschat
  • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: one-to-one Chromebooks in my classroom. How can I have kids blog and journal every day when we have share cart between tchrs? #mschat
  • nsulla Mar 16 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5) Schools that begin w/ Ss pursuing problems of interest; Ts coaching on how to address standards. And my next 4 manuscripts done! #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5: Have Ss that are very empathetic towards everyone. #mschat
  • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    OK, my dream just got bigger. Ditto #mschat
    In reply to @_MsHubbard_
  • robinwellshick1 Mar 16 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5- for me, more days to plan, and retool. #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    yes more tech would be nice! Inequity of resources is hard to swallow in education #mschat
    In reply to @BrysonBridget
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    And it seems we are the monkey in the middle. #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    oh yes especially science #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer
  • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A5- Something that makes all Ss understand 1 another's differences celebrate them and realize the importance of being a good person #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A5: I would love a LifeModelDecoy type clone that could step in when I need to step out:) &unlimited class budget and Rewind button #mschat
  • _MsHubbard_ Mar 16 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A5: Collaborative environments for Ts & Ss that encourage risk-taking, community, and FUN with no grades or high stakes. #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    .... and WORLD PEACE:) #mschat
    In reply to @goldengate10art
  • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A5- unlimited pd funds , class budget, and athletic budget would be pretty sweet too ! #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Last Question coming at you... #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A5: Guest teachers to cover classes when teachers are out sick or for PD.... #mschat
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Dream big-wish-big-do bigger! #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Q6: #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A6: Wipe away all the standardized testing! #mschat
  • PPonstein1 Mar 16 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A6: Wipe away the germs. Too many students sick and missing days of school. #mschat
  • kennethdward Mar 16 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A5 an end to the persecution of public education & a mutual desire to create a nationwide world class pub ed system for all students #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A6: Betsy Devos, she needs to go! Why do we need to be highly qualified? #mschat
  • justindavidwilk Mar 16 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A6. Kids can be cruel. Definitely bullying. #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    YES, looking at numbers some days missing 8 per class #mschat
    In reply to @PPonstein1
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A6: Closed mindset-negativity and doubt surrounding education currently-one big swipe-gone! #mschat
  • kennethdward Mar 16 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A6 I would scrub away all the difficult situations some of our kids go home to! #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Nailed it! If we could wipe away bullying life would be so much better! #mschat
    In reply to @justindavidwilk
  • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A6: Easy. Grades. Putting a number on writing, on a child, infuriates me. Feedback and standard achievement is what matters #mschat
  • mrs_abud Mar 16 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A6: Students doubting their abilities. Confidence to take on new challenges and push themselves further than they ever have. #mschat
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    and freedom & justice for all. Well said! #mschat
    In reply to @kennethdward
  • goldengate10art Mar 16 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A6:The animosity, everything is us-them mentality. We are teaching the future. THAT should be the focus, not whose ideology is right #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A6- All the days we lose instruction time and class time with our Ss. #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk Mar 16 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A6: Student blaming. "I taught it. They didn't get it." "She's just lazy." "Seriously, you don't get THAT?!" etc #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    WOW! SO much we should wipe away from education! Let's focus on what we can control and wipe it away! #mschat
  • PPonstein1 Mar 16 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    This has been a great first experience. Hope to continue to be present. Thank you everyone. #mschat
  • _MsHubbard_ Mar 16 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A6: The disrespect that Ss & Ts can have for one another & that the world has for us as professionals. #mschat
  • SusZanti5 Mar 16 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thanks all for an engaging chat-great to be stuck in the middle with you-time well spent! Go and have a fantastic Friday! #mschat
  • BlackhawkAP Mar 16 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Couldn't agree more. A grade instantly puts the assignment in the past. Learning is an on-going process with acting on feedback #mschat
    • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:58 PM EDT
      A6: Easy. Grades. Putting a number on writing, on a child, infuriates me. Feedback and standard achievement is what matters #mschat
  • PPonstein1 Mar 16 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Amen! #mschat
    • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:58 PM EDT
      A6: Easy. Grades. Putting a number on writing, on a child, infuriates me. Feedback and standard achievement is what matters #mschat
  • _MsHubbard_ Mar 16 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    THIS. #mschat
    • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 8:58 PM EDT
      A6: Easy. Grades. Putting a number on writing, on a child, infuriates me. Feedback and standard achievement is what matters #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Special thanks to @jbhanlon for moderating tonight! Next Thursday @DruTomlin_AMLE will lead the chat to celebrate the Middle #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon, @DruTomlin_AMLE
  • kennethdward Mar 16 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    @jbhanlon great job moderating a gr8 chat tonight! #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    A6: How about wiping away the frown from a students face who has it rough at home. We have the power to do that. #mschat
  • jesslahey Mar 16 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    .@Beyond_the_Desk Yep. Been there: https://t.co/CGFBmanT3V #mschat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk
  • _MsHubbard_ Mar 16 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Thank you, my #mschat tribe! You constantly push me, & as a new T, I can't thank you enough for being a great source of inspiration!
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Remember that #mschat is here weekly during the school year! Join in when you can!
  • jbhanlon Mar 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    It's 9:00! Thank You so much for the great learning &for letting me lead #mschat! Remember to follow those that inspire you& build yourPLN
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Thank for everyone joining in! Have an awesome Friday #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Mar 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Thank you @jbhanlon for a great chat. Good work! #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    I will tweet out the transcript in a few #mschat
  • BrysonBridget Mar 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Thanks for an invigorating chat! Now from MS focus to district collaboration time with #forsythpln. Love my Twitter Thursdays #mschat
  • Terencewhite23 Mar 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    A6: this is easy! I wish Ts would have a growth mindset instead of a fixed mindset. The more Ts grow, the more Ss grows! #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Mar 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Thanks for a great chat everyone. Thanks for moderating @jbhanlon excellent job! Have a great week! :) #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • blocht574 - Moderator Mar 16 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Spring Cleaning #mschat https://t.co/QHplilPWRU Moderated by @jbhanlon @Drutomlin_AMLE
    In reply to @jbhanlon, @DruTomlin_AMLE
  • Terencewhite23 Mar 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Thank you for a great chat! Thank you @jbhanlon for moderating this evening! #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • Beyond_the_Desk Mar 16 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Seriously, every time. What did I do before connecting w/other teachers on twitter?! #mschat
  • SparkyTeaching Mar 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    For principals with principles + educators with spark *who* spark! https://t.co/6CWheptN1V #mdeschat #G2great #mschat #ChristianEducators