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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Hey, Linda! How are you? #RuralEdchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Let's get some intros going and then we will jump into Open Mic night. You choose our topic. #RuralEdChat

LindaAragoni May 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Hi, Tammy. How's the weather in Florida? We've had rain every day since last Friday. By the bucketful #ruraledchat

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MrsDamianoWH May 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Jesse from NJ, same here with the rain! Definitely not my favorite weather :( #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT

I've heard some nearby towns have gotten rain, but we are still dry as a bone. Our rivers are LOW. #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Hi #RuralEdChat :)

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Welcome, Jesse. So glad you are joining us tonight. #RuralEdChat

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LindaAragoni May 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Memorial Day weekend is out big canoe regatta. It was washout this year.! #ruraledchat

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korytellers May 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Hey #RuralEdChat it has been FAR TOO LONG! Finally home on a Tuesday night! Not freezing at a track meet. :) Kory from MN.

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Robin, you made it. How's the family? #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Yes, it has been FAR too long, but I know your daughter loves having you to support her. Glad you are here. #RuralEdChat

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LindaAragoni May 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Good to see you back at #RuralEdChat. It has too long.

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j6panus May 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat I'll be lurking. Getting ready for our K-4 STEM Showcase tomorrow.

robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hey @TG_Neil & @LindaAragoni & @korytellers Everyone is doing relatively well right now. Thanks, Tammy! :) #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Julie, glad you are lurking about. I love it when we get to showcase our students. #RuralEdchat

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robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hey Julie. That sounds pretty cool! Great way to end the year? #ruraledchat

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iCoachElm May 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Finally made it! Naomi from North Florida #ruraledchat

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Tonight is all about YOU. Let us know what's on your mind. What do you want to talk about? #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hey, Naomi! How are you? I know you've had a very busy month. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @iCoachElm

j6panus May 30 @ 8:36 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat yep! No stress.. 😳

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iCoachElm May 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Oh yes! BUSY #ruraledchat

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korytellers May 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT

You know what I would love to hear about? How does everyone or does everyone do PLCs in their positions.What do they look like? #RuralEdChat

robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Great Q, Kory. They varied a LOT in the last few positions I had. Definitely not "by the book." #ruraledchat

korytellers May 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT

You know what I would love to hear about? How does everyone or does everyone do PLCs in their positions.What do they look like? #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT

This year our PLCs were grouped by Department. It worked better for some than others. #RuralEdChat

MrsDamianoWH May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Our PLCs are changing this year, hopefully even better next year. Unpacking the Standards was task this year, assigned groups #ruraledchat

korytellers May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT

What had they been grouped by before? #RuralEdChat

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readrunteachVA May 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Strategies for coping with the end of year malaise? My district (central Va.) doesn't get out until June 16..... #RuralEdChat

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j6panus May 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat yes! But the gr5-8 Showcasing next week. Complete with review of present by local experts! Pilots reviewing G5 wing designs

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korytellers May 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT

I don't even know what the by the book version of PLCs should look like. :) #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT

We've had these groups for 2 years. Didn't have PLCs before that. I think things may be changing 4 next year. #RuralEdChat

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MrsDamianoWH May 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT

same date for us ...13 more school days! #ruraledchat

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robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT

always seems happen: "core" content has more staff #'s so "specials" "extras" "electives" get weirdly grouped. #toomanyquotes #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT

I think we have to make time for fun. We also have to understand that WE ALL (Ts & Ss) are feeling it. #RuralEdChat

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korytellers May 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT

How were the groups decided? #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT

That book by the DuFours that started the movement? We had to read it and go to training when they were first launched. #ruraledchat

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readrunteachVA May 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT

For sure! The pace has slowed and I try to work in some activities that are more enrichment than usual #RuralEdChat

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iCoachElm May 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT

So excited about my #EdCamp Impacy Grant!!! I just received 5 pairs of Dash & Dots. Can't wait to start... @wonderworkshop #ruraledchat

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT

We went to the training last summer. I think some PLC's may cross campuses this next year for those of us in the "specials". #RuralEdChat

In reply to @robinhosemann, @korytellers

MrsDamianoWH May 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Yup. I actually have done much more with my impromptu elective PLC than my core class one #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT

That being said I don't think there is a book when it comes 2 PLCs really.Focus on learning?Work collaboratively?Book optional? #ruraledchat

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korytellers May 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Yeah, in my last district we didn't do them, and my current district has been doing them for a while, so missed some things. #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Nice! You can share about it at #EdcampLeadershipFlorida in June. :-) #RuralEdChat

In reply to @iCoachElm, @WonderWorkshop

MrsDamianoWH May 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Core classes, electives grouped very oddly... #ruraledchat

In reply to @korytellers

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Our Ss leave this Friday. Monday is our only post planning day. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @readrunteachVA, @j6panus

robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT

I liked learning about how they developed & what the original focus was, but so many districts use them differently. #ruraledchat

In reply to @korytellers

MrsDamianoWH May 30 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Our district paid for a PLC core team to go to a national conference in AZ this year. Pretty impactful I heard. #ruraledchat

korytellers May 30 @ 8:45 PM EDT

See, that's where I'm not sure what's best-are PLCs more about the Ss or more about the content? #RuralEdChat

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readrunteachVA May 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Our district doesn't require post planning days, we leave the day the kids do. Should I see that as a blessing or a curse? #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT

The Dufour PLCs are about student achievement. What are you doing to help your Ss succeed? PLC can define its own success. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @korytellers, @robinhosemann

korytellers May 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Oh, you will have fun with those! :) #RuralEdChat

In reply to @iCoachElm, @WonderWorkshop

korytellers May 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT

That's where I wonder if for specialists it's better to be w/Ts in their building versus Ts in their content area. #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Yeah, I think it's up to the PLC to define the markers & the paths & waypoints. Personalize for most utility. #ruraledchat

In reply to @TG_Neil, @korytellers

MrsDamianoWH May 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT

We don't have a post day this year, it is the first time ever. It is weird! I kind of like that day to get my room in order #ruraledchat

In reply to @readrunteachVA, @TG_Neil, @j6panus

iCoachElm May 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT

We are out of school! Yeah... last day for students was Friday. Post planning today and tomorrow (only a half day!) #ruraledchat

robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT

I struggled most when PLCs were just agenda list meetings w/to-do lists that didn't focus on practices that impacted learning. #ruraledchat

In reply to @TG_Neil, @korytellers

MsMc_16 May 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT

They are about best practices, ideally. What works, what doesn't and how do we get more of what does. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @korytellers, @TG_Neil, @robinhosemann

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT

I'm looking forward to connecting with other Tech Teachers in our district. I need some commonality. #RuralEdChat

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korytellers May 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Do the DuFours think PLCs should be assigned or should Ts be able to choose their own PLC groups? #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Hey, Tammy! Super excited you are here. Glad to have you join in. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @MsMc_16, @korytellers, @robinhosemann

MrsDamianoWH May 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT

I am looking forward to them getting to this! #ruraledchat

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korytellers May 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Right, that's the part that really makes me not like PLCs very much at all. #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:51 PM EDT

I think either model will work. As long as everyone contributes. (That's the key.) #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:51 PM EDT

yes. was always feeling like it could have been an email...and I don't have much love for the emails! #ruraledchat

In reply to @korytellers, @TG_Neil

iCoachElm May 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT

How are you planning on connecting with other Tech peeps in your district? #ruraledchat

In reply to @TG_Neil, @korytellers, @robinhosemann

robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT

like if we're not going to have deep conversation about what matters, why are we coming together. #depthvsbreadth #depthrules #ruraledchat

In reply to @korytellers, @TG_Neil

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT

What changes are you planning to make to your instruction for next year? #RuralEdChat

korytellers May 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Exactly! #RuralEdChat

robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT

like if we're not going to have deep conversation about what matters, why are we coming together. #depthvsbreadth #depthrules #ruraledchat
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MsMc_16 May 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Ideally PLC is organic. Works best when a group of teachers who want to change for the best. Must be buy-in. #RuralEdChat

robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT

And I think everyone has to buy into the mission/vision/purpose for the PLC. Saw a lot of non-buying in over the years! #ruraledchat

In reply to @TG_Neil, @korytellers

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT

We have a monthly PD day on our calendars. I'm hoping for either hangouts or f2f gatherings organized by @kstavig #RuralEdChat

In reply to @iCoachElm, @korytellers, @robinhosemann, @kstavig

robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT

amen. my organic PLCs have always been the ones that truly informed my practice. forced ones are awkward time wasters! #ruraledchat

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MsMc_16 May 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Student self-assessment & goal-setting, students give evidence they met goals. Tried it for finals in May and loved it. #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Kind of sounds like #RuralEdChat :-)

MsMc_16 May 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Ideally PLC is organic. Works best when a group of teachers who want to change for the best. Must be buy-in. #RuralEdChat

korytellers May 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Do you see it happening organically like that? #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Fantastic Q, Tammy! New directions here again, so will be learning a bunch this summer that will impact my instruction. #ruraledchat

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT

What changes are you planning to make to your instruction for next year? #RuralEdChat

readrunteachVA May 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I went through an unpacking the standards year at my PLC last year. Productivity really matters on the buy in of the group :( #RuralEdChat

In reply to @MrsDamianoWH

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT

That sounds great. You should write a blog post about it so we can see it in more detail. :-) #RuralEdChat

In reply to @MsMc_16

iCoachElm May 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Have you participated in the NEFEC collaborations? I don't remember what they are called... @jennrivera2011 #ruraledchat

In reply to @TG_Neil, @korytellers, @robinhosemann, @kstavig, @jennrivera2011

MrsDamianoWH May 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT

It can, but unfortunately not as often as it should! #ruraledchat

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korytellers May 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Tell us more! :) #RuralEdChat

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MsMc_16 May 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT

In my dept, yes. (Now I'm questioning my decision to change districts)! We had a forced PLC that did NOT work. Bland meetings. #RuralEdChat

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korytellers May 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT

My instruction will be changing a lot as my grades 3-5 classes will be going from 55 minutes to 27 minutes. #RuralEdChat

robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Eek! Are you cool with this change? #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Since I'm not a Tech Coach, I've not been included in those. But I've heard about them from @KristinCHarr & @kstavig #RuralEdChat

In reply to @iCoachElm, @korytellers, @robinhosemann, @kstavig, @jennrivera2011, @KristinCHarr, @kstavig

MsMc_16 May 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT

I could do that (I'll have to cite my source - totally swiped it!). Would I send that to you? #RuralEdChat

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korytellers May 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT

I will see them 2X in 6 days versus just 1, but still trying to figure out how it will look and make it work well. #RuralEdChat

DevEducators May 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Curious on what kind of scheduling model you are going to. #RuralEdChat

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MrsDamianoWH May 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Totally agree. You can lead a horse to water... #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT

I'll send you a DM with my email. We'll post it on #RuralEdChat for ALL to see.

In reply to @MsMc_16

robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Beginning adventure of getting my initial yoga teacher certification through @WeBreatheChange #yogainedu :) #mindfulnessedu #ruraledchat

In reply to @korytellers, @WeBreatheChange

korytellers May 30 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Scheduling Model? #RuralEdChat

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korytellers May 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Um, kind of. Much too long of a story for here on Twitter. I will have to DM you. :) #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

O, the memories!Did a lot of writing on the side;did my best to try to shift focus to depth but really hard when momentum won't #ruraledchat

In reply to @MsMc_16, @korytellers

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Are you going to YouTube your sessions? I would be interested in learning. #RuralEdChat

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MsMc_16 May 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

So how do we get greater buy-in, especially in rural districts? How do we hook others? Because when it works, PLC is wonderful. #RuralEdChat

korytellers May 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

SO exciting! :) #RuralEdChat

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LindaAragoni May 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I'm going to slip out. Good night, all #RuralEdChat

DevEducators May 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Just curious on how it works where you will only see the kids 27 minutes. Constantly looking at other scheduling options. #RuralEdChat

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korytellers May 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Honestly, I still trying to figure that out myself. :) #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

See you next week, Linda. #RuralEdChat

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korytellers May 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Good night! Enjoy the rest of your evening! :) #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hah! Haven't thought that all through yet, but maybe a possibility! Really interested in serving rural edus in this capacity! #ruraledchat

In reply to @TG_Neil, @korytellers, @WeBreatheChange

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

I think we have to talk (a LOT) about doing what's best for our Ss. The phrase I remember is "educational malpractice". #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Exciting & little anxiety-inducing! 200 hours of practice & study for the cert. 16ish straight days! Looking forward to it tho #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

I'm trying to revamp my lessons. Adding 2 new classes about coding in the fall. I'm super excited about it. #RuralEdChat

korytellers May 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Where will you be doing this or is it all online? #RuralEdChat

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MsMc_16 May 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

That's a great phrase. Appropriate. #RuralEdChat

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MrsDamianoWH May 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Next year, I am attempting to go mostly #PBL ... nervous/exciting! Need lots of resources #ruraledchat

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

What educational practice are you planning to drop from your instructional practices next year? #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

That is exciting. What grade level/subject? We may know someone that can help. #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Madison. :) So glad we have an option here in WI. #ruraledchat

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MrsDamianoWH May 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

10th grade biology! #RuralEdChat

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MsMc_16 May 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I would think, like a foreign language, coding would help with English Language syntax. Focus on correct order/completeness. #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Awesome. Hey @braveneutrino can you help with #PBL in 10th grade Bio? #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Creating new classes is one of most exciting frontiers in edu, don't you think?So much potential, so many possible directions #ruraledchat

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korytellers May 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

There is a great Yoga studio here in Rochester that has a ton of kids classes. #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Probably? Not sure but I feel like I hear about one on 100.5 KDEC ;) #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

It has been proven that coding does help with language structure. Ss can see it come to life. #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Yes, I'm adding a 'Foundations in Programming' and a JavaScript class. We will definitely be finding some frontiers. #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat Just so you know, @MsMc_16 and I used to teach together. She definitely knows how to keep me on my toes. :-)

MsMc_16 May 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Likewise! and you were instrumental in getting me on Twitter. Love that we can collaborate 1200 miles away! #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

The distance is only on a map my friend. We need to find a conference or 2 to connect at. Meet in the middle as they say. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @MsMc_16

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Any other topics on your mind tonight #RuralEdChat ?

MrsDamianoWH May 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Gotta head out but thanks for the chat this evening! #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat is always looking for topics that interest you. Feel free to let us know: @RuralEdChat @robinhosemann @edventures @nataleestotz

MsMc_16 May 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat Nope. I'm just glad I happened on when it was happening. Hopefully next time!

TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

We are here every Tuesday at 8:30 pm edt. #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator May 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

As #RuralEdChat wraps up tonight, don't forget to follow those educators that inspired you or mentioned something cool. :-)

korytellers May 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Thank you #RuralEdChat for letting me pop in a little bit. Good to see everyone. Hoping I can make it a more regular thing these days. :)

robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Thank you, Kory! DM away, friend! :) #ruraledchat

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robinhosemann - Moderator May 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Goodnight #ruraledchat Thank you for stopping by to share what's on your mind. Wishing everyone a great week.