#mdeschat Archive | Participate

Welcome to #mdeschat! Please take a moment to introduce yourself and let us know you’re here! I teach 4th grade at @TylerHeights

participatechat Mar 2 @ 8:00 PM EST

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principal64 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:00 PM EST

Chris, elementary principal in Glen Burnie #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:01 PM EST

Hey Chris! I hope you've had a good week! Career day looked like it was fun!? #MDESchat

In reply to @principal64

evyabel Mar 2 @ 8:01 PM EST

Good evening! 😀 Evylyn Quiñones, AP at Phyllis E. Williams, ready to learn! #MDESchat

DeniseFaidley Mar 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

Happy Read Across America Day! Denise, AP in Glen Burnie #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

Hey Evylyn - thanks for joining! How has your week been? #MDESchat

In reply to @evyabel

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:03 PM EST

Yeah!! We had one our K Ts dressed up as the cat in the hat -- she is awesome! Thanks for joining us! #MDESchat

In reply to @DeniseFaidley

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:06 PM EST

SO fun! I bet the kids LOVED it!! #MDESchat

DeniseFaidley Mar 2 @ 8:05 PM EST

we had a big parade, lots of costumes 😊
In reply to @learnwholeheart

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:07 PM EST

I've loved the warm weather we've had!! #MDESchat Outdoor recess in February was great!!!

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

Question 1 coming up in 1 minute - we will use the Q1, A1 format - don't for the #MDESchat so we don't miss your tweet!

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:09 PM EST

Q1: How do you feel about Ts using every second of the day (ex Recess) to reach Ss instructional & Social/Emotional needs? #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:09 PM EST

I seem to be having trouble typing this evening... please excuse my typos! #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

Question 1 coming up in 1 minute - we will use the Q1, A1 format - don't for the #MDESchat so we don't miss your tweet!

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1: I believe there is a way to do it that does not cause anxiety & boredom & relationship building during unstructured time = <3 #MDESchat

principal64 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1. Meeting the social/emotional needs of students requires constant effort, diligence, care, and concern #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

This is a great blog post about how important every moment is for relationship building #MDESchat https://t.co/Vru2aBU4jY

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

A great article about creating a sense of urgency #MDESchat https://t.co/uB79YaG0Ma

evyabel Mar 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1. Every second is an opportunity to support and love our Ss, they have a voice that matters #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:09 PM EST

Q1: How do you feel about Ts using every second of the day (ex Recess) to reach Ss instructional & Social/Emotional needs? #MDESchat

principal64 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1. Teachable moments can be found everywhere, so learning doesn't occur just in the classroom #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1: As long as whatever you're doing is engaging... I think we HAVE to use every single moment we have! We can't afford not to #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Mar 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

Hi all! Greg- K, #TeamFelegy. A bit under the weather, but ready to engage. Hope all are well. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

Thanks for joining us Greg! Sorry you're not feeling well! #mdeschat

In reply to @jazzmeister2013

massignmenthelp Mar 2 @ 8:15 PM EST

#mdeschat #MEMSPAchat #mschat #TNedchat #yalove #IRAchat #EduReal Project based learning https://t.co/u8MMjb1Oxk

AssignmentHelpN Mar 2 @ 8:15 PM EST

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learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

Q2 coming up in 1 minute! #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q2: How do u get buy in from Ss 2 make the most of every moment & foster a sense of urgency(within reason) in ur classroom/school? #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

I can't wait to start brainstorming ideas with everyone... one more "pre-question" coming up ... get your notebooks ready!! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Mar 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2- Mindset. From day 1, push the team effort. Note that there is plenty to learn and no time to lose. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

I think the (within reason) is key - it has to be purposeful urgency with a sense of purpose - not anxiety causing urgency #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q2: How do u get buy in from Ss 2 make the most of every moment & foster a sense of urgency(within reason) in ur classroom/school? #MDESchat

DeniseFaidley Mar 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

A1. Every minute counts, build relationships, instruct and meet all As needs #MDESchat

principal64 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2. Students will do anything for a teacher who's passionate and shares a love for learning, it's contagious #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Mar 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

Yes! Genuine joy is contagious. Important to spread that joy in the classroom. Make it an exciting place to grow. #mdeschat

In reply to @principal64

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:21 PM EST

A2: I have Ss identify their future jobs & from that moment 4ward – they are prof. in training for their job. #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

Here is a link 2 the document I created-these are taped on the front of Ss desks.I refer 2 them constantly #MDESchat https://t.co/vkdZin8nZP

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:21 PM EST

A2: I have Ss identify their future jobs & from that moment 4ward – they are prof. in training for their job. #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Mar 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

So exciting to see their interests develop, expand as the year progresses. So enjoyed that w/ my Gr2 Ss last yr. #mdeschat

In reply to @learnwholeheart

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:25 PM EST

Question 3 will be up in 1 minute! #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

Q3: How do you or could we make the most of arrival time? #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3: Have a task set up outside while Ss wait to enter & then meaningful morning work #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Mar 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3- Warm greetings, breakfast and book. Exercise and engage the mind. Make the environment welcoming and encouraging. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3. We offer morning computer lab time for math and reading; breakfast can be a great time to promote discussion skills #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3: I'm also going to implement morning choice work... I read an amazing article with GREAT suggestions for choices!! #MDESchat

DeniseFaidley Mar 2 @ 8:29 PM EST

A2. Ss need to see relevance, have a voice, be given a chance to share. Sense of urgency/internal motivation comes from passion #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:30 PM EST

Here is the post about morning choice #MDESchat

adamdovico Feb 21 @ 6:14 PM EST

New blog post up! Co-wrote with my former @WFU_Education student, Allison Siragusa. Rethinking morning work. https://t.co/jrmp6uWVE9
In reply to @WFU_Education

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:32 PM EST

I love the whiteboard prompts a lot of teachers are doing now... great community building opportunity #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:33 PM EST

You can search #miss5thwhiteboard to see some examples #MDESchat

evyabel Mar 2 @ 8:34 PM EST

A3. Making real life connections, sharing news, listening and sharing #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

Q3: How do you or could we make the most of arrival time? #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Mar 2 @ 8:34 PM EST

Empowering Ss voice! #mdeschat

In reply to @DeniseFaidley

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:35 PM EST

.....1 minute before question four! #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Mar 2 @ 8:35 PM EST

Sharing is caring. Bonding, connecting, expressing. #mdeschat

In reply to @evyabel

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:35 PM EST

Yes!I'm reading @EricJensenTV Teaching w PovertyinMind&that choice piece can help create a sense of control Ss need #MDESchat

In reply to @DeniseFaidley, @EricJensenTV

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q4: How can we make transitions fun, but meaningful? #MDESchat

DeniseFaidley Mar 2 @ 8:36 PM EST

A3. Build relationships, morning meeting, energize 4 the day #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:36 PM EST

I agree - arrival is a great time for working on community and connecting!! #MDESchat

In reply to @jazzmeister2013, @evyabel

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:37 PM EST

A4: Create fun songs/chants/raps that include content. You could also have Ss take 30 sec to discuss learning with a partner #MDESchat

evyabel Mar 2 @ 8:37 PM EST

A2. Creating the need, why do we need this? How does it make my life easier? #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q2: How do u get buy in from Ss 2 make the most of every moment & foster a sense of urgency(within reason) in ur classroom/school? #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Mar 2 @ 8:37 PM EST

A4- Putting transitions to music, rhythm, dance, creative expression. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:37 PM EST

A4: When T&T Ss practice taking turns, greeting one another... so we use that time to build "soft skills" #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:38 PM EST

Which connects back to their future jobs... they're preparing to be able to ace future interviews, etc #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:37 PM EST

A4: When T&T Ss practice taking turns, greeting one another... so we use that time to build "soft skills" #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:39 PM EST

A4. Play music, use chants, sign language, movement choices, change up routines to challenge/stimulate the brain #mdeschat

LongyHan Mar 2 @ 8:40 PM EST

Inspire young students to learn the power of empathy by exploring cultures with G&G adventure books! #gaed #mdeschat #MEMSPAchat #TNedchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:40 PM EST

I LOVE the idea of using sign language!!! #MDESchat

principal64 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:39 PM EST

A4. Play music, use chants, sign language, movement choices, change up routines to challenge/stimulate the brain #mdeschat

evyabel Mar 2 @ 8:41 PM EST

A4. Music, rimes, quotes https://t.co/GHREqe6cNQ #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q4: How can we make transitions fun, but meaningful? #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:42 PM EST

I love me some @GoNoodle !!! #mdeschat

In reply to @GoNoodle

evyabel Mar 2 @ 8:41 PM EST
A4. Music, rimes, quotes https://t.co/GHREqe6cNQ #mdeschat
- learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:36 PM EST
  
  Q4: How can we make transitions fun, but meaningful? #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Mar 2 @ 8:43 PM EST

One of my favorite sites to use w/ my K Ss. They love The Pizza Song. #mdeschat

In reply to @learnwholeheart, @GoNoodle

DeniseFaidley Mar 2 @ 8:43 PM EST

A4. Brain breaks, think/pair/share, make connections, and celebrate Ss success #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:43 PM EST

I'd love 2 implement some mindfulness strategies during transitions-like meditation. Balanced(of course) with active transitions 2 #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:44 PM EST

#MDESchat Q5 coming up in 60 seconds!

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:44 PM EST

We love Fresh Start and the new(ish) Blazer Fresh!! #MDESchat

In reply to @jazzmeister2013, @GoNoodle

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:45 PM EST

Q5: Is there a way to monopolize lunch time? #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Mar 2 @ 8:45 PM EST

Yes! The Blazer Fresh videos are great. #mdeschat

In reply to @learnwholeheart, @GoNoodle

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:46 PM EST

A5(part 1): Yes – bring a fun center to the lunch room for Ss to play while they wait for lunch #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:46 PM EST

Yes!I've never thought about usin transitions specifically 4 that-bt that's a gr8 way 2 ensure we celebrate Ss throughout the day! #MDESchat

DeniseFaidley Mar 2 @ 8:43 PM EST

A4. Brain breaks, think/pair/share, make connections, and celebrate Ss success #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Mar 2 @ 8:47 PM EST

A5- If the lunch time experience truly allows for it, lunch is a great time for engaging conversation and getting to know Ss… #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:47 PM EST

A5(part2): Use the time to build relationships – eat lunch with Ss. Have lunch bunch tutor sessions #MDESchat

DeniseFaidley Mar 2 @ 8:47 PM EST

A5. Hmm... Ss need that mental & social break. Book chats, lunch bunch can be fun, but mostly good 4 a break & reenergize #MDESchat

principal64 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:47 PM EST

A5. Keep lunch simple, encourage polite conversation thru modeling, promote an interest in each other, let it be their time #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:49 PM EST

Q6 is around the corner...followed by a quick 'call to action' ... then, it's a wrap! WOW - time flew by tonight! #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Mar 2 @ 8:49 PM EST

A5- …more on the social level and not just academically. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Mar 2 @ 8:49 PM EST

Team #mdeschat, I think I’m going to call it a night early tonight. Thanks @learnwholeheart for leading this important conversation!

In reply to @learnwholeheart

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:49 PM EST

A5: I started teaching Ss @ronclarkacademy eating etiquette rules...lunch is a gr8 time for Ss to prac table manners & socializing #mdeschat

In reply to @ronclarkacademy

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:50 PM EST

Q6: Dismissal… how can we make the most of this time? #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:50 PM EST

Thanks for contributing tonight - feel better!!! #mdeschat

In reply to @jazzmeister2013

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:50 PM EST

that is VERY exciting! #mdeschat

In reply to @DeniseFaidley

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:51 PM EST

A6: Teach! Review! Set procedures that enable a calm enough environment that allows for some fun instruction #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:51 PM EST

A6: I also allow Ss to complete homework during dismissal #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Mar 2 @ 8:52 PM EST

A6. Afternoon mtg, goal setting, reinforce relationshups and responsibility, & Ss can show leadership w/ jobs #mdeschat

lsench2 Mar 2 @ 8:52 PM EST

A6 @learnwholeheart #mdeschat Laura, just popping in from Glen Burnie when we have time, we end our day with a "shout out" to classmates

In reply to @learnwholeheart

principal64 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:53 PM EST

A6. Promote consistent routines with dismissal, bring closure to the day, set the tone for tomorrow #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:54 PM EST

What a great idea! Celebrations and recognition (from Ts & Peers) are as important as instruction! #mdeschat

lsench2 Mar 2 @ 8:52 PM EST

A6 @learnwholeheart #mdeschat Laura, just popping in from Glen Burnie when we have time, we end our day with a "shout out" to classmates
In reply to @learnwholeheart

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:55 PM EST

TAKE ACTION: What is one thing you are going to try this week to maximize instruction time? #MDESchat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:56 PM EST

**to maximize the time you have in the day... not only for instruction #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:55 PM EST

TAKE ACTION: What is one thing you are going to try this week to maximize instruction time? #MDESchat

DeniseFaidley Mar 2 @ 8:57 PM EST

A7. I would 💖 to see Ts using timers and squeezing every minute into our guided rdg power hour! #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:57 PM EST

TAKE ACTION: I am going build more celebrations into transition time & dismissal, and morning choice work! #mdeschat

lsench2 Mar 2 @ 8:57 PM EST

#mdeschat I missed beginning. just read last night-morning choice. Having different activities instead of morning work

In reply to @learnwholeheart

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:58 PM EST

TAKE ACTION: I am going build more celebrations into transition time & dismissal, and implement morning choice work! #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Mar 2 @ 8:59 PM EST

Yeah! Did you read @adamdovico 's blog? I've thought about the idea, but hadn't thought of incorporating yoga,etc #mdeschat

In reply to @lsench2, @adamdovico