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megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome, #scitlap crew!

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megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Time for intros! Megan, 8th Science, Chicago - I think my answer is obvious! #scitlap

rlmiller137 May 31 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#fearlessedchat keep those rubric ideas coming and go join @megan_hacholski over in #scitlap right now!!! Thank you so much for joining in!

_on11 May 31 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Michael A, opens doors for @megan_hacholski in Oak Lawn and across the globe. Tech Integration Specialist. Is sports a TV show. #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome, #scitlap crew!

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hi, Tom from York Me...Network Tech here to support @megan_hacholski! In the 90's I was in college and didn't watch much TV #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator May 31 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I've got my letter jacket! I'm ready to go! I'm also Meggan but from Texas #scitlap #savedbythebell

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hi All - Kristin from stormy MA! Teaching 7th grade science. I'm an 80s girl...but I'll say Friends! #scitlap

MrWawczak May 31 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hey everyone. John, AP and Grade 5 teacher from Suburban Chicago. And works out well for me - it was Saved By the Bell! #scitlap

Stuczynski_ELA May 31 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Vicki, 8th grade ELA from Chicago... fav show? Boy Meets World! #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Oh wait...how about 90210. That's 90s and I was addicted! #scitlap

kimmiefergs May 31 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Kim Ferguson 1st grade teacher from WI #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator May 31 @ 9:03 PM EDT

I'm actually not sure what my favorite 90's show would be. Like @RupBoysDad I was in college most of that time #notv #nocable #scitlap

DMooreSpanish May 31 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Danielle from Chicago. Here for @megan_hacholski favorite 90's show was Sabrina the teenage witch #scitlap

BentleyLit122 May 31 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Julie Bentley Chicago 6th ELA--Dawson's Creek #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Q1 is coming up! #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:04 PM EDT

I was too busy living the college life! LOL! #scitlap

In reply to @Partain_Science

_on11 May 31 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@megan_hacholski just reminded me that I watched the Simpsons. D'oh. #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:04 PM EDT

When my wife and I went on our honeymoon the guy checking us in though my wife was Sabrina! #scitlap

In reply to @DMooreSpanish, @megan_hacholski

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Julie Bentley is here! Best day ever! #scitlap

In reply to @BentleyLit122

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Brian, Teaching #LEARNING through the 6 C's in @ScienceRoom229 @LaSallePas CA #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Bentley and The U! Heck ya! #scitlap

In reply to @BentleyLit122

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:05 PM EDT

All we need is Aunt @jpatter222 for the win! #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:05 PM EDT

My 11 year old is obsessed. #scitlap

In reply to @_on11, @megan_hacholski

elawson1977 May 31 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Eric Lawson Director of Tech & Libraries in York, Maine. Fav show in the 90's #Seinfeld #scitlap

rlmiller137 May 31 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Ryan From Prosper,TX coming from #fearlessedchat here for #scitlap fav show is Parks and Rec!

EduGladiators May 31 @ 9:06 PM EDT

💥#EduGladiators is BACK Saturday! Join core warrior @PaulONeill1972 finding💪 in failure! #EduCoach #scitlap #OhEdChat @matthew_arend #cski8

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: Make connections every day - forget about school & talk about their interests! We call them our kids - make them feel like it. #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: Giving them everything that I wish that I had when I was a kid. Love, support, encouragement, time...the list goes on. #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:05 PM EDT

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daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Greeting when they come in, chatting in advisory; everything from softball to superheroes! #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:06 PM EDT

YAY! So glad you are here, @rlmiller137! #scitlap

In reply to @rlmiller137, @rlmiller137

elawson1977 May 31 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: Have to make those personal connections. Life is all about relationships. Ss that believe you care, will work hard for you. #scitlap

kimmiefergs May 31 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1) Always finding the positive and playing off strengths #scitlap

DMooreSpanish May 31 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 bond over random things, listen to stories. The memories last forever #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator May 31 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Always try convey to Ss in words/actions that we can start over 2morrow if things didn't go the way we wanted-applies to T & Ss #scitlap

karlacalbear May 31 @ 9:07 PM EDT

#scitlap Karla from NAS Lemoore CA. I can't stay but had to chime in...fav 1990's show was X-Files.

MeldrumKim May 31 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 last week I received a thank you email from a student I taught more than 30 years ago! So important to be mindful of our impact #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 Giving students access to what they want to use for tech that allows them to personalize their learning with support! #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:07 PM EDT

So true! Love this. Relationships are the key to success. #scitlap

In reply to @elawson1977

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Oops, acting like a novice...forgot to number my answer. #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Greeting when they come in, chatting in advisory; everything from softball to superheroes! #scitlap

MrWawczak May 31 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: I had several Ss give me 'Thank You' cards this week. Big reason-greeting them every morning w/ a smile and greeting. Awesome! #scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:07 PM EDT

I would need to default to MASH reruns. But if forced, I would take Home Improvement. #scitlap

rlmiller137 May 31 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1:try to find 1 pos. a day for kid. Even if it is "hey, you pushed your chair in so well today!" it may be their only win #scitlap

pentaclethra May 31 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 Listening. Asking questions to show you're listening. Build that rapport #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1b, I also like the group of Ss that come to the tech office to visit....some have no tech skills! #scitlap

BentleyLit122 May 31 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Q1- Listen, bond, and treat them like humans!! #scitlap

Stuczynski_ELA May 31 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 Showing them that mistakes are acceptable - it shows our learning & allowing them to be their own individual #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Let Ss decide how to learn! They know more than us in most cases. Utilize that power! #scitlap

In reply to @RupBoysDad

MeldrumKim May 31 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 celebrating their successes no matter how small #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:08 PM EDT

All about the "wins"! #scitlap

rlmiller137 May 31 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1:try to find 1 pos. a day for kid. Even if it is "hey, you pushed your chair in so well today!" it may be their only win #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Take those W's! #scitlap

In reply to @rlmiller137

_on11 May 31 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Not savages. #scitlap

In reply to @BentleyLit122

Partain_Science - Moderator May 31 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A struggling Ss from last yr emailed me the results of her standardized testing the day she got her scores. I was so proud of her! #scitlap

In reply to @MeldrumKim

MeldrumKim May 31 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 not publicly comparing their work to their peers but rather praising them, guiding them and encouraging them #scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#Scitlap I just Keep reminding them that they are just a bunch of Chem Nerds and they can do anything.

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:09 PM EDT

My doges are freaking out in this thunder storm right now!! #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:09 PM EDT

They all love to come to the hideout! #scitlap

In reply to @elawson1977

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q2 is on its way! #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Praise in public; reprimand in private. #scitlap

MeldrumKim May 31 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 not publicly comparing their work to their peers but rather praising them, guiding them and encouraging them #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:11 PM EDT

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smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Help them know this... #scitlap

In reply to @Stuczynski_ELA

Partain_Science - Moderator May 31 @ 9:11 PM EDT

I also think there is a group of Ss who don't like public praise. You gotta know who that works for & who it embarrasses. #scitlap

In reply to @_on11

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2) Grades are overrated....#scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: Exploring #gamification. Would love to bring this into play at some many levels. Actually...*looks at @Stuczynski_ELA* #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:11 PM EDT

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megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: Encourage the realization that grades don't show everything. Tap in to where their passion lies and use it to your advantage. #scitlap

MeldrumKim May 31 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2 students focus on grades because 'we' created that culture! Let's work to change the culture of grades!!! #scitlap

kimmiefergs May 31 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2)Encouraging and focusing on the process of learning and growth; not the grade #scitlap

BentleyLit122 May 31 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2- Tell them as often as we can. #scitlap

rlmiller137 May 31 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: stand. based grades. don't say u made a 92 - say you met or improved this goal Have them reflect on it to find it #scitlap

DMooreSpanish May 31 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2 give fewer grades and talk more. Keep working with them and model perseverance #scitlap

MrWawczak May 31 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: Share w/ them our strengths and weaknesses too. Show how we reflect and learn from it. Modeling all of the time #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2b, Better to create lifelong learners rather than high grades #scitlap

elawson1977 May 31 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: If we allow Ss choice & voice, they can play to their strengths to demonstrate their learning & unique style. #scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A.2 I constantly remind them of the definition of success by John Wooden... Don't compare, always evaluate against themselves. #scitlap

MeldrumKim May 31 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2 it is all about assessment for and as learning. Not assessment of learning! #scitlap

pentaclethra May 31 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2 Use a variety of activities-choice so Ss can show different skills and strengths. #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:14 PM EDT

I think I have read that somewhere....#scitlap

In reply to @MeldrumKim

massignmenthelp May 31 @ 9:14 PM EDT

10 Lifestyle Tips to Save a lot of Money https://t.co/t4PuIYV8ld #ptchat #scitlap #shelfietalk #udlchat #hybrEdtech #BOOSTchat

Stuczynski_ELA May 31 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 Allow them opportunities (ie. create) to see how they grew that doesn't involve a number. Tap into their passions #scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A.2 I have shared my feelings on GRADES and SCORES. #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Because I want to do something, does not mean that they want to go the same direction. My great idea might be awful to them. #scitlap

In reply to @Stuczynski_ELA

MeldrumKim May 31 @ 9:15 PM EDT

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megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Q3 in 1 minute! #scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:16 PM EDT

I love the subtlety in this... #scitlap

In reply to @MeldrumKim

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 Expect quality work from all Ss. This is where I get most frustrated. Everyone learns different & has different products but... #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:16 PM EDT

You have first hand experience of that working with me in Drama for a year.... #scitlap

In reply to @Stuczynski_ELA

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:16 PM EDT

You should read her book! #assessmentthatmatters #scitlap

In reply to @smarterteacher, @MeldrumKim

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:17 PM EDT

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Mr_Canterbury May 31 @ 9:17 PM EDT

We're just putting our little one to bed - I'll jump in when I can! Go Bayside, beat Valley!!! #scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:17 PM EDT

It is on my Summer Reading List... #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:16 PM EDT

You should read her book! #assessmentthatmatters #scitlap
In reply to @smarterteacher, @MeldrumKim

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3 @elawson1977 allows me to not be just a tech, @StantonAlana and @micronmike pushed me to have geater twitter voice #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Hands down, @BentleyLit122. And I'm not saying that because she's on this chat. She is one of our most underrated teachers. #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:17 PM EDT

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megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3: Very inspired by @RupBoysDad, @elawson1977, @rlmiller137, @MrMac_Walker, @Mr_Canterbury #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 Giving choices does help, all shine in different ways. #scitlap

elawson1977 May 31 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3: After reading her book Assessment that Matters, I connected with @MeldrumKim to discuss more about formative assessment #scitlap

MeldrumKim May 31 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I am enjoying the frankness of tweets from @RafranzDavis #scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A.3 Too many to shout out, but I hope we can all follow the inspiration of @gcouros #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3b @MeldrumKim with her stories about working with @GoogleForEdu admin and all my PLM for pushing me #scitlap

kimmiefergs May 31 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@D4Griffin3 @jrestock3 @RebeccaWypiszy1 @PrairiePumas ALL amazing educators!! 👍🏻💕 #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@BentleyLit122 has the years, but she is always looking to be innovative. Always looking for a good hook. #scitlap

DMooreSpanish May 31 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3 @elawson1977 and @RupBoysDad for sure! #scitlap

pentaclethra May 31 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3 I get inspired by you SciPirates! Shout outs to @smarterteacher @daleyscience @Partain_Science +been reading #XPLAP so @mrmatera #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:19 PM EDT

THANK YOU! Need to come to ChiTown for a visit! #scitlap

In reply to @megan_hacholski, @elawson1977, @rlmiller137, @MrMac_Walker, @Mr_Canterbury

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:19 PM EDT

She's a rock star. Everyone needs to follow! #scitlap

In reply to @_on11, @BentleyLit122

Mr_Canterbury May 31 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Thank you for the shout out! It's fun being your twin! #scitlap

In reply to @megan_hacholski, @RupBoysDad, @elawson1977, @rlmiller137, @MrMac_Walker

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:20 PM EDT

I came on the right night! #scitlap All Ts inspire me! #scitlap

DMooreSpanish May 31 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3 @elawson1977 and @RupBoysDad for sure! #scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Thanks Scott @pentaclethra #scitlap SciPirates are the BEST!

pentaclethra May 31 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3 I get inspired by you SciPirates! Shout outs to @smarterteacher @daleyscience @Partain_Science +been reading #XPLAP so @mrmatera #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Not sure anyone wants me in the classroom #scitlap

In reply to @_on11, @megan_hacholski, @elawson1977, @rlmiller137, @MrMac_Walker, @Mr_Canterbury

_on11 May 31 @ 9:21 PM EDT

It's because @megan_hacholski is hosting...working her magic. #scitlap

In reply to @RupBoysDad, @megan_hacholski

MeldrumKim May 31 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@elawson1977 and @RupBoysDad always make me laugh and they are the best supporters of my book THANKFUL! #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:21 PM EDT

:) They say the same thing about me, boss. #scitlap

In reply to @RupBoysDad, @megan_hacholski, @elawson1977, @rlmiller137, @MrMac_Walker, @Mr_Canterbury

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3 Totally agree with @pentaclethra sci pirates rule the sea! Lots of colleagues and lots of authors inspire me! #scitlap

rlmiller137 May 31 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: I have to agree with all of these!! I am inspired daily by the people in these chats #scitlap honored to be included in this

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3: Very inspired by @RupBoysDad, @elawson1977, @rlmiller137, @MrMac_Walker, @Mr_Canterbury #scitlap

MrWawczak May 31 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: So many but @MrCoachEli is a great resource and in the same role I am. Also @NowakRo is quite inspirational! #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@megan_hacholski is awesome! #scitlap

In reply to @_on11, @megan_hacholski, @megan_hacholski

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Here comes Q4! #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Not sure my wife wants me to go to ChiTown! Might not come back! #scitlap

In reply to @megan_hacholski, @_on11, @elawson1977, @rlmiller137, @MrMac_Walker, @Mr_Canterbury

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:23 PM EDT

We can arrange that! #scitlap

In reply to @DMooreSpanish, @MeldrumKim, @elawson1977, @YouTube

_on11 May 31 @ 9:23 PM EDT

We have a basement...but we have four kids. #scitlap

In reply to @RupBoysDad, @megan_hacholski, @elawson1977, @rlmiller137, @MrMac_Walker, @Mr_Canterbury

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:24 PM EDT

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daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 Avid Twitter users from my school Tantasqua and people to follow @JesseGreenej @AmadioLifeSci @JamieArmin @MrsHagerAtTRJHS #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:24 PM EDT

I don't understand any of the lingo #scitlap

In reply to @_on11, @DMooreSpanish, @MeldrumKim, @elawson1977, @YouTube

Stuczynski_ELA May 31 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 @m_antonopoulos inspires me everyday to be better than I was the day before #coteaching #scitlap

AssignmentHelpN May 31 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A Professional’s Guide for Using Case Studies https://t.co/SA4ZZzFre1 #ptchat #scitlap #shelfietalk #WIEE #udlchat #hybrEdtech

elawson1977 May 31 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4: We created the Creation Station, or elem. #MakerSpace using donations primarily from parents. #scitlap

BentleyLit122 May 31 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3- @DMooreSpanish @megan_hacholski @_on11 @Stuczynski_ELA --You jump head first into tech inspires this old bird! #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Give @JamesHeniff a follow, or an email. He's got a vault of ideas and information regarding STEM. Working with him this summer! #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:24 PM EDT

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RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4 Paperbag challenge and a chromebook! Allow Ss to find inventive ways to create #scitlap

MeldrumKim May 31 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4 my colleague and I built a 3D Lego wall in our Innovation Center and painted a wall green for green screen filming #scitlap

Mr_Canterbury May 31 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4: Can't go wrong with Playdoh for some quick & inexpensive engagement in understanding how different landforms are made. #scitlap

rlmiller137 May 31 @ 9:25 PM EDT

sorry to run #scitlap but the storm just woke the lil one! I will check back soon! thank you @megan_hacholski for a great few ?'s

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3 Twitter heroes to follow... @nbartley6 @jmattmiller @BethHouf @burgess_shelley @mssackstein #scitlap

MeldrumKim May 31 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Cardboard challenge is great and having the students design Rube Goldberg machines #scitlap

pentaclethra May 31 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A4 Design challenges: tape, toothpicks, some paperclips, and paper--> build a bridge. #scitlap

HowardKiyuna May 31 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A2: Give them time to meander. Today we had energy projects out. Ss moved around & joined others. Led to Ss finding interests. #scitlap

Mr_Canterbury May 31 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A4: Also works well for making connections between landforms and topographic maps! #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4: Team building project with Solo cups, string and rubberbands. #scitlap

DMooreSpanish May 31 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4 using @scratch #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:27 PM EDT

#scitlap #fearlessedchat should join #moreedtech tomorrow at 9:30 pm EST as we talk Student Voice with #edtech

_on11 May 31 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4: @DBlabas had his students create instruments from junk and write songs for a sound unit. Probably the most exciting proj. OTY #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4: Take everyone's "trash" - my room is a mess behind the closet doors, but I always have materials for projects! #scitlap

Mr_Canterbury May 31 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4: My best inexpensive engagement activity is observing a lava lamp to get the finer points of convection in the inner Earth. #scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A.4 I think too often we skip the basics of cutting and pasting, clay and straws. #scitlap

MeldrumKim May 31 @ 9:28 PM EDT

32 years ago I had a junk center with toilet paper rolls, boxes and whatever the kids brought in. Amazing what they created #scitlap

elawson1977 May 31 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Keep things flexible; furniture on wheels, whiteboard or green screen paint, multi-function tools. Sky's the limit! #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4 Things to have: all kinds of tape, cups, straws, scissors, paper, pennies, plates, plastic bags, packing peanuts. #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:29 PM EDT

It's because you have become the "crazy cat lady" / "bag lady" of @Simmonsknights1. Cackling away. #scitlap

In reply to @megan_hacholski, @Simmonsknights1

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A.4 To often we forget even the big kids need the basics... #scitlap

Mr_Canterbury May 31 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4: Also, if you have a sandwich bag, magnet, and a string you can hunt for micrometeorties - kids can take a piece of space home! #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Crazy cat lady?? #scitlap

In reply to @_on11, @megan_hacholski, @Simmonsknights1

MrWawczak May 31 @ 9:29 PM EDT

It's great. I now know that from experience! #scitlap

In reply to @DMooreSpanish, @scratch

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Q5 might be my favorite picture....coming up! #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:30 PM EDT

I like all those things! #scitlap

In reply to @smarterteacher

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:30 PM EDT

So true. My 8th graders graduate Friday and are still motivated by stickers. #scitlap

In reply to @smarterteacher

HowardKiyuna May 31 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: Invest in tape, cardboard is free. Tear down things w/motors. Expensive things must be versatile. Mindstorm w/cardboard, etc #scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A.4 Years ago we used to make insulation tube roller coasters. I wish I had a picture. #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Stickers, badges and pins! #scitlap

In reply to @megan_hacholski, @smarterteacher

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:31 PM EDT

#scitlap

BentleyLit122 May 31 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4-Good old fashioned corn starch and water--mantle, lava types, viscosity-- #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Still running that with @brooksscistem and @DBlabas at @Simmonsknights1! #scitlap

In reply to @smarterteacher, @brooksscistem, @DBlabas, @Simmonsknights1

MrWawczak May 31 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A5: Try and find where the Ss have been and make proper (sometimes small) steps from there. Sometimes not used to all the freedom #scitlap

MeldrumKim May 31 @ 9:31 PM EDT

You would have lived my grade 5 class with ecosystems in pickle jars, a vermicomposter and a bunny named Sir Malcolm of Matheson #scitlap

elawson1977 May 31 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@MeldrumKim I always knew you were ahead of your time! You designed #MakerSpace before it was cool!

MrWawczak May 31 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Oh man! Now I'll have that line stuck in my head all night long! #scitlap

In reply to @megan_hacholski

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Q5 start from the basic and allow Ss to sit where they feel they can best be collaborative and creative #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator May 31 @ 9:32 PM EDT

I did this in middle school as a science fair project. #scitlap

In reply to @Mr_Canterbury

_on11 May 31 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A5: I know someone that can help with this...@Hell2Teach. She's my local (California is local to me) inquiry expert. Look her up. #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:31 PM EDT

#scitlap

MrMac_Walker May 31 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A5 You don't know until you try! Ss surprise you everyday already. Why not give them benefit of the doubt? #scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A.5 I live by the idea of I'm the Guide on the Side, not the Sage on the Stage. Students who speak more LEARN more. #scitlap

DMooreSpanish May 31 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5 set your objectives and then step away and watch. Ts should not be on stage anymore #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Just let them go! They WILL do amazing things. #scitlap

In reply to @MrMac_Walker

MeldrumKim May 31 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5 Think of all the time you will have to interact with your students if you give up control #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5 Know this from trying PBL, conferencing often SO important. Stay connected, offer tons of feedback all the way through. #scitlap

MeldrumKim May 31 @ 9:33 PM EDT

#scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5: Some of the best ideas/outcomes come from the messiest situations. The darkest hour is before dawn. #scitlap

ShawnaEaston03 May 31 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5: management. If you aren't a strong manger, it is almost impossible to do IBL. Also have checkpoints for Ss #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator May 31 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5: Teachers gotta get over the need to have the last word... #scitlap

Stuczynski_ELA May 31 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5 Make sure expectations and end goals are clear and let the students surprise you (and they will) #scitlap

pentaclethra May 31 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5 Let students struggle. Can be painful at first but when the get to the other end it is amazing. They do it themselves. #scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A.5 My favorite is when someone comes in to my room and asks me, "Don't you ever teach?" #scitlap

MeldrumKim May 31 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5 Think of all the time you will have to interact with your students if you give up control #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I feel a song coming on #scitlap

In reply to @MeldrumKim

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:35 PM EDT

So true! #scitlap

In reply to @Partain_Science

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Great point. Management has to come first! #scitlap

In reply to @ShawnaEaston03

kimmiefergs May 31 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A5) As a team, come up with Must-Do's and May Do's, expected behaviors, etc. Then let them loose! #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Awesome advice. Conferencing, goal setting, communication. Control without total control. #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5 Know this from trying PBL, conferencing often SO important. Stay connected, offer tons of feedback all the way through. #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:35 PM EDT

BINGO! You win, @Partain_Science. #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator May 31 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5: Teachers gotta get over the need to have the last word... #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator May 31 @ 9:35 PM EDT

I KNEW this episode would make an appearance! #scitlap

In reply to @megan_hacholski

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Say, nope...I influence #scitlap

In reply to @smarterteacher

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Ready for Q6? #scitlap

BentleyLit122 May 31 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q5 Set them up to succeed be very clear about what you expect and want. Allow freedom. Respect them they will rise to the occasion. #scitlap

Mr_Canterbury May 31 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Little one is ready for the rocking chair, a story, and 1 song - I'm up! If I don't get back here, thanks to @megan_hacholski! #scitlap

elawson1977 May 31 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A5: set the stage and get out of the way. #passionprojects #makerspace #makermindset #geniushour #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A.5 Two Videos of my Classroom, One for Propaganda, one for Teacher modeling. https://t.co/VDxZlk2xRD https://t.co/CqOi73kDtK #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator May 31 @ 9:38 PM EDT

I think sometimes T forget this & give Ss more freedom than they know how to deal w/. T get frustrated & never do it again. #scitlap

In reply to @MrWawczak

pentaclethra May 31 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6 I smile and keep things light hearted. #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6: MODEL IT! Have fun with them, let them see you be real - not some "perfect" authority figure. Real begets real. #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6 Lead by example...if you enjoy being in school and show it, it will be infectious to the Ss #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6: My hope is that my kids see me acting like an idiot, in balance, and they will have confidence to not always be "right". #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#scitlap

DMooreSpanish May 31 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6 if you show you're realness and your eccentricities Ss will too. Bonding has to come first to build the culture #scitlap

elawson1977 May 31 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6: let's Ss have choice & voice in their projects & presentations. Let their uniqueness shine w/ the learning! #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6: I LOVE messing up and saying, "Um, I did that on purpose, so that you know it is OK to screw it up." #scitlap

pentaclethra May 31 @ 9:39 PM EDT

This is a tough balancing act. I struggle much with striking the right balance sometimes. #scitlap

In reply to @Partain_Science, @MrWawczak

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A7 If they want to change up the "rules" and think outside the box, let them. You learn more about Ss & they learn about themselves #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Some one is all about the Choice & Voice today #scitlap

In reply to @elawson1977

Stuczynski_ELA May 31 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A6 Be yourself... Ss know when its a "show" for them. Ts are human and need to show that to the Ss #scitlap

BentleyLit122 May 31 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A6 Create a judgement free place. Laugh have fun show them what a dork you can be! Own your crazy!!! #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A6: They need to understand that we are just as messed up as they are. We get things wrong, we have relationship issues, we cry. #scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:41 PM EDT

CHOICE and VOICE are invaluable to the #LEARNING process. #scitlap

In reply to @elawson1977

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:41 PM EDT

I feel like you threw the "in balance" in there....#scitlap

In reply to @_on11

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:41 PM EDT

No reason to hide our lives. They're our kids. We're family. #scitlap

In reply to @_on11

kimmiefergs May 31 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A6) Own up to mistakes and let SS know it's ok! It's how we learn #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:41 PM EDT

The U is an awesome place for this! #scitlap

In reply to @BentleyLit122

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A.6 Challenge, Risk and Failure...#scitlap

BenvengaJoe May 31 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Disappointed I missed this, can't wait to read the transcript! #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:42 PM EDT

There are a few high class people in the chat tonight that I am trying to impress...@MeldrumKim :) I love Canada! #scitlap

In reply to @RupBoysDad, @MeldrumKim

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q7, coming up next! #scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:43 PM EDT

One of my favorites. #scitlap

In reply to @kimmiefergs

_on11 May 31 @ 9:43 PM EDT

I am laughing hysterically to myself right now. You will have to get @megan_hacholski to tell you the #fishnchips story some time. #scitlap

In reply to @RupBoysDad, @megan_hacholski

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:43 PM EDT

LOL! Find some of the summits and present! #scitlap

In reply to @_on11, @MeldrumKim

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:44 PM EDT

#scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:44 PM EDT

#scitlap

In reply to @smarterteacher

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A7 I don't remember HS! LOL! #scitlap

DMooreSpanish May 31 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7 just shared how often I got "in trouble" for talking and being loud. They know that I get it #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:46 PM EDT

oh boy....the best stories are about @_on11 #scitlap

In reply to @_on11, @megan_hacholski, @_on11

Partain_Science - Moderator May 31 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7:Hang that picture of your 7/13/17 year old self on the wall in your room. Helps u remember that being a kid can be hard #scitlap #empathy

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7: I was a quiet Ss who needed more connection & love from my Ts. Try to take care of those kids. #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7: This relates to an earlier Q. I try to give the kids everything that I longed for growing up...encouragement, love, hope. #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:44 PM EDT

#scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7 I always loved Ts that made learning fun! It has always been at the top of my list and my pirate PLN influence now fuels my fire #scitlap

pentaclethra May 31 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A7 I strive daily to make sure my Ss have a better 8th grade experience than I did. I don't remember much besides hating it. #scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A.7 I simply model being a #LEARNER myself... #scitlap

DMooreSpanish May 31 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A7 my middle school was so so amazing. I want that for my Ss #scitlap

kimmiefergs May 31 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7) LOVED hearing real stories about TS lives so I try to do the same. Makes me more "real" to my SS #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I don't want to remember HS, different from college...#scitlap

In reply to @elawson1977

_on11 May 31 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7: Had an amazing experience teaching/loving on the kids of @MrWawczak and @MrsMetelski last week. Highlight of my millennium. #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I have MY 7th grade pic on my door next to that pic. It sometimes takes them all year to notice. #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator May 31 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7:Hang that picture of your 7/13/17 year old self on the wall in your room. Helps u remember that being a kid can be hard #scitlap #empathy

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7: Want to make @Simmonsknights1 a place where our Ss never want to leave. Think we accomplished that w/ this 8th grade group. #scitlap

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A.7 I HATED!!!!! science in high school. I want my students to never FEAR their science experience. #scitlap @burgessdave

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Q8 is almost here - time to wrap it up! #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:49 PM EDT

#speechless #scitlap

In reply to @DMooreSpanish, @_on11, @megan_hacholski

_on11 May 31 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Getting students to buy-in by casting vision. Talking legacy. Letting them know that the walls aren't as high as they think. #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7: Want to make @Simmonsknights1 a place where our Ss never want to leave. Think we accomplished that w/ this 8th grade group. #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:50 PM EDT

#scitlap

Stuczynski_ELA May 31 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7 My parents went through an ugly divorce when I was in ms.Ts don't always know the full story of the kid - patience is key #scitlap

BentleyLit122 May 31 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7-Be better than some of them. RESPECT my kids. Show them I'm human, I don't sleep under my desk at night. Laugh connect have fun #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q8...lots of presenting and lots of PD! Mixed in with some football #scitlap

elawson1977 May 31 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A8: Pretty booked presenting this summer & getting everything ready for the next year with @RupBoysDad in York as well! #scitlap

kimmiefergs May 31 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A8) Twitter chats, educational reading, reading for enjoyment and family time so I am ready to go for next year! #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:51 PM EDT

The bugs, @BentleyLit122. That's the real reason, right? #scitlap

In reply to @BentleyLit122, @BentleyLit122

_on11 May 31 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A8: Eating lots of pizza and staying up all night! #scitlap

DMooreSpanish May 31 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A8 reading, conferences and playing with new tech tools! #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A8: Presenting w/ @_on11, #tlap book study with #simmonslearns. PBIS planning for an awesome 2017-18 w/ @Stuczynski_ELA #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:52 PM EDT

With lots of movies! #scitlap I need to get the projector out..

In reply to @_on11

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A.8 Got some summer reads ready, Going to CA Teachers Better Together in July and Relaxing in Mammoth. #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A8 Heading to WI and @USMSpark!!! Cannot wait. Hoping to get to EdCamps and meet up with my #LeadLAPMass crew IRL. #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator May 31 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A8: Lots of PD--critical friends, writing platform texts, UBD unit design wkshp. Reading Growth Mindset Coach #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Educational plans, @_on11! Like teaching me how to run again. #scitlap

In reply to @_on11, @_on11

_on11 May 31 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Presenting at #ToT2017, plus other engagements TBA. #scitlap

In reply to @megan_hacholski, @Stuczynski_ELA

pentaclethra May 31 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A8 #ISTE17 !!! Finally going this year. #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Maybe #scitlap can help us get #flipgridsummercamp going!!

Stuczynski_ELA May 31 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A8 Teaching summer school w/ @BentleyLit122, drama w/ @_on11 and book study w/ #simmonsleans PBIS w/@megan_hacholski and some pd #scitlap

BentleyLit122 May 31 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A8-Summer school-evaluation modules-- PD--TEACH LIKE A PIRATE BOOK CLUB!! #scitlap

RupBoysDad May 31 @ 9:55 PM EDT

@megan_hacholski Thank you for a great #scitlap chat! Time to sleep for this guy...more to do tomorrow!!

_on11 May 31 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A8: In all honesty, I feel like I'm riding the wave. I don't want it to end. Need to keep learning and reading and growing. #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator May 31 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Was using @flipgrid today for the 1st time.Ss making clips about https://t.co/ShIsRlestP staff on Fri. #scitlap #itsasuprise #whoseontwitter

In reply to @RupBoysDad, @flipgrid

_on11 May 31 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A8: 0 days off...having fun full-time. #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Thanks, everyone! Hope you had an awesome time. #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:56 PM EDT

You the real MVP, @megan_hacholski. #scitlap

In reply to @megan_hacholski, @megan_hacholski

smarterteacher May 31 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Thank you once again for many new PEBBLES. for my Pirate Treasure #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator May 31 @ 9:57 PM EDT

@megan_hacholski Awesome job! Thank you! I got a ton of great people to follow as well! #scitlap

elawson1977 May 31 @ 9:57 PM EDT

@megan_hacholski Thanks for a great chat tonight! #scitlap

megan_hacholski May 31 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Thank you! So glad you were here! #scitlap

In reply to @Partain_Science

DMooreSpanish May 31 @ 9:57 PM EDT

@megan_hacholski Awesome! #scitlap

pentaclethra May 31 @ 9:58 PM EDT

@megan_hacholski Thanks for hosting a great chat! #scitlap

Stuczynski_ELA May 31 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Amazing job! @megan_hacholski #scitlap

_on11 May 31 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Couldn't be more proud of @megan_hacholski than I am right now. When everyone else has packed it in, she's leading #scitlap. For the WIN.

daleyscience - Moderator May 31 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thank you @megan_hacholski ! Fun chat. #scitlap