#K12ArtChat is an #ArtsEd chat that happens every Thurs 8:30 pm CST founded by #TeamGrundler @ArtGuy76 & @GrundlerArt & share Ss' art on Fridays via #FabArtsFri.
Nikki from NWArkansas, grades 5/6 - Checking in, putting kiddo to bed, and I will check back... I’m grateful for the supply of inspiration from our #k12artchat PLN!!!
#K12ArtChat Linda from WI K-6 art at SAGES I am thankful how much my students like art. Yesterday 4th gr girl told everyone that if they ever get rid of art she's going to another school
Bringing in my Twitter pal @SusanLeeTweets - a connoisseur of art. Not sure if she’s an art educator but I’m certain she’ll add to the convo. #k12ArtChat
In reply to
@ArtWithMrE, @GrundlerArt, @SusanLeeTweets
A1: I’m most grateful for the “tribe” I’ve met through my involvement with @ArtEducatorsNJ and @NAEA - and now digitally through opportunities like this! W/o the support of like minded art educators, I don’t know where I’d be! #K12ArtChat
Q2: I am thankful for social media as a connection and learning tool. I feel like I have grown most in the last 2 years of teaching because of Twitter and Instagram!#k12artchat
A1, I am most thankful for the faculty and administration that I work with. Never have I ever felt so supported in a building. They are truly a family to me! #K12ArtChat
#K12ArtChat A.1. My students. They are my/our greatest resource. I am grateful for them and that they can work within our changes this year of construction at school
Professionally, I am grateful for my colleagues & the teachers that inspire, encourage & remind me daily the qualities of passionate educators A1 #k12artchat
A2: I ask 4 some odd donations to make my crazy ideas come to life. I always have the Ss write notes of thanks to let those who share their unwanted treasures with us know we appreciate it! M #K12ArtChat
I have a Gratitude Project underway in 2 schools. Literacy and a new process for each grade level. Each creating a feather to add to the community project. #K12artchat
A2. Have ss give a piece of their art to better the community allows them to be great full they had the opportunity to create and great full for our caring community #K12ArtChat
#K12ArtChat A.2.
I have a sign in my classroom that is something like this: Be thankful for everything in this art classroom that comes from the taxpayers, the local community, parents, and myself
A2. I love it when my Students share their knowledge of a process/technique/style during art. They enjoy sharing what they know with each other. They've gotten more confident in helping & the ones receiving the help sure appreciate it. #K12ArtChat
A2:I design collaborative and service art projects, which inspire discussions and lessons on community, kindness, and gratitude. Art also teaches appreciation for diversity and acceptance. #k12artchat
#K12artchat A2. Have ss give a piece of their art to better the community allows them to be grateful they had the opportunity to create and grateful for our caring community #K12ArtChat
A3: At any given time, there is always more good than bad to be found. I try to force myself to look more for the good and try to keep myself to a ratio of at least 2 good comments for every negative I express. #K12ArtChat
A3: after 17 yrs I’ve collected a nice set of notes from former Ss. I keep them in my desk and when The day is really rough, I pull one out to remember that what I do has made a difference. #K12ArtChat
A3. OH, I had this recently! I was thankful for the Arkansas Art Educator's conference so I could take a break, pray & read my Bible. I was able to come back this week top notch and ready to go! #K12ArtChat
A3: take time to celebrate others. Writing notes, making gifts, or surprising a student or co-worker always seems to bring back the feelings of gratitude. #K12ArtChat
A4: modeling the behavior I’d hope to see throughout the building. I’m excited for my Ss accomplishments and I hope that excitement is contagious. #K12ArtChat
A3: take time to celebrate others. Writing notes, making gifts, or surprising a student or co-worker always seems to bring back the feelings of gratitude. #K12ArtChat
A1: Professionally, I’m most thankful for other art teachers who are so generous with their time and ideas. Makes me feel more confident in sharing/participating in things like the #k12artchat
A4: One of my principals starts every staff with Celebrations shared all around. A chance for us to recognize each other for the happenings. It sets a good tone. #K12artchat.
A5: Our local bread store, Diamond City Bread, donated these aprons for our class. We take pictures to say thanks for the gift! @PrairieViewEMS#k12ArtChat
I have a bit of fun... me:”have a great evening & thanks for working hard today class!” Kids:”((silent))” me: “you too ms kincaid- can’t wait for tomorrow” kids:giggle & repeat different versions of what i say. #Modeling#gratitude#K12artchat a5
A4. At my school we have done several things. We have "Mugged " each other, celebrated Kindness Day, currently doing Secret Sister & will have a Cookie Exchange after Thanksgiving.
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A6: Gratefulness is a mindset. Sharing an attitude of gratitude w/ the people your surround yourself w/ helps. Also, teaching your Ss and kids to be grateful is a good reminder for ourselves. #K12ArtChat
#gratitude is a journey of mindfulness & taking time to appreciate the beauty of life each day. Create opportunities for ourselves, others to be kind a6 #k12artchat
A6: I was told recently “it’s not brain surgery-no one is going to die” (not abt teaching, but it fits!) this has stuck bc I think keeping it light makes it a bit easier to stay positive. What I do is important but should also be fun for the Ss and me! #K12ArtChat
A5: I model gratitude by showing appreciation for the students' positive contributions to class. Focusing on the positive helps cultivate a happy classroom! #k12artchat
Bonus A: Wow, I have so many professionals to be grateful for. One principal goes out of her way for me, other colleagues are quick to collab and support. #k12artchat
Thankful for my mother and the wisdom she shares of her 90 years of life next week & 32 yrs as an educator #k12artchat#inspiration and #faith are my guiding lights
A5. I think my kids are pretty good at wanting to do this. We have a couple of drawers full of cards and stationary in my room, I encourage the Students to write a letter or note to someone or create art to give away. #K12ArtChat
Bonus A: Our district is HUGE on tech now w/ a Badging system even! One coworker & I challenge ourselves & push each other to try new things. Great collaboration! #K12ArtChat
Thanks to the #k12artchat#pln sorry it’s been so long since my last visit. I’ve missed you all! May your days be filled with moments you are grateful for at night
Thank you @ArtWithMrE for this awesome topic tonight. It has encouraged me to develop ways to incorporate #whatliftsyou into my weekly routine and share it out. #k12artchat
A6: every summer, I reflect on ways to make the following school year a more positive experience for myself. I started greeting each and every student personally last year. It has made me more grateful because I feel like I KNOW them better! #K12ArtChat
Thank you @ArtWithMrE for this awesome topic tonight. It has encouraged me to develop ways to incorporate #whatliftsyou into my weekly routine and share it out. #k12artchat
Time to get out the watercolors and paint little cards of happiness to distribute. Maybe even a venture into Gelli printing as well. Hope it brings joy to them. #k12artchat
A2: sincere gratitude takes practice, I think. Art helps approach a subject like gratitude from all sides - what does it sounds like, look like, feel like? We are always working at becoming better at the process of gratitude just as we do with any artmaking process. #k12artchat
A6. My building is always trying to keep our Students in the giving/sharing mindset. For it to be a natural act,teachers should be conscientiously encouraging students to have the gratitude attitude 365. #K12ArtChat
A3: A teacher friend gave me a plastic box that has “Gilbert’s Joy Box” painted on the side. I keep special drawings from Ss and notes from colleagues in it. #K12ArtChat
