#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 June 8, 2017
8:00 PM EDT

  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Its 8 pm ET time for #mschat to get rolling Talking Teaming and Schedules
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Here is a great piece on teaming from @edutopia https://t.co/jLyLTUcEAn #mschat Worth a read as you wait for questions
  • ItsMrsPenrod Jun 8 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Krista from WI teaching 8th grade ELA. Today was my 1st day of summer 😎 #mschat
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    πŸ‘‹πŸΎ #mschat peeps! Marlena here from NashVegas! Multi tasking tonight as I cheer my @PredsNHL on tonight!
  • SamReisman93 Jun 8 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hello #mschat, Sam from Waukegan, IL 6th ELA Teacher. Today was our last day of school
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Let's start with introductions: Todd 7th grade science teacher from Warren, MI and chat organizer #mschat
  • BKd204Sci Jun 8 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Brian, ms sci IL Getting grill ready for dinner #ILoveSummer #mschat
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Welcome Krista! #mschat
    In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Good evening Krista enjoy every moment it goes fast! #mschat
    In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Good evening Brian! #mschat
    In reply to @BKd204Sci
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi Sam! Welcome! #mschat
    In reply to @SamReisman93
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Welcome Brian! #mschat
    In reply to @BKd204Sci
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Great multitasking glad you are here #mschat
    In reply to @mgrosstaylor, @PredsNHL
  • mskaufmanELA Jun 8 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hello! I'm Melissa from St. Louis. I'm now a 6th ELA teacher (Was 7th)! #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    As I researched scheduling I found this guide helpful to understand the process https://t.co/rC2Jxm6GRM #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    #mschat will use the Q1... A1 format tonight but don't hesitate to add your own questions as we go
  • provostk_edu Jun 8 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Kim from MA teaching 6-8 sped and aspiring school admin. In the throes of schedule development for next year... #mschat
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    One of my fav chats! #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Good evening Melissa thanks for joining in #mschat
    In reply to @mskaufmanELA
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Welcome Melissa! #mschat
    In reply to @mskaufmanELA
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    and we go well with Hockey! #hockeytown DETROIT! #mschat
    In reply to @mgrosstaylor
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Here is an article from @ASCD about the power of innovative scheduling https://t.co/Yg3JJnK85Q to mull over as we chat #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Questions coming right up #mschat
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Hi πŸ‘‹πŸΎ Kimberly! #mschat
    In reply to @provostk_edu
  • LindaBKroger Jun 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Hi #mschat Linda here from NC. I'm a 6th grade ELA teacher. Today was our 1st teacher work day after a phenomenal year with kiddos!
  • jbhanlon Jun 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Hello! Jackie Hanlon- 8th Grade ELA Teacher from NH:) #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Good evening Jackie! Glad you made it! #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Terence White from Aurora, IL 7th grade science teacher #MSChat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Q1: What are the benefits of Collaborative team teaching? #mschat
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Just love all of these resources Todd! Keep 'em coming! #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574, @ASCD
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Great you made it tonight Terence #mschat
    In reply to @LindaBKroger
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Welcome Linda! #mschat
    In reply to @LindaBKroger
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Tapped out for now those were the best out of all I read! #mschat
    In reply to @mgrosstaylor, @ASCD
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Hi Jackie! #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • EduGladiators Jun 8 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    πŸ’―Join #EduGladiators SATURDAY w/author @ClassTechTips leading the convo! #DENchat #Bunceechat #mschat #UrbanEdChat #ChristianEducators
  • pryor4learning Jun 8 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Hi #mschat ! I'm from STL and am a 6th/7th grade ELA teacher. Doing this chat for my master's class! #edu5213SBU
  • jwq14 Jun 8 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    #mschat A1: collaborative assessments, ideas, good vs bad. Everything in edu is stolen so go steal.
    In reply to @blocht574
  • DrBrianCook Jun 8 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Hi Brian ELA teacher - Maryland #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1: Allows team to build relationships with students and share knowledge: FLEX schedule and coordinate lessons/ assessments #mschat
  • DrBrianCook Jun 8 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Build on the strength of each T and get to critique lesson from different lens #mschat
  • Mr_Roberts87 Jun 8 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Allows one person to do re-teaching if needed while the other assists students who did not need re-teaching #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • provostk_edu Jun 8 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1 Ensuring that all students are "OUR" students, versus "Mine" and "Yours". #mschat
  • ItsMrsPenrod Jun 8 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1 More ideas, support, creativity, & collaboration. Isn't the saying two is better than one? #mschat
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: It allows T's to put together awesome lessons by putting two heads into one unit. Allows rooms for innovation and engagement. #MSChat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Teams do add more collaboration and allow teachers to support each other: (YES stealing is good in ed!) #mschat
    In reply to @jwq14
  • pryor4learning Jun 8 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Different teaching styles meet different needs #mschat #edu5213SBU
    In reply to @blocht574
  • crs0722 Jun 8 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: Deeper instructional planning, better assessment practices #togetherisstronger #mschat
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Woohoo! Terence is here! #mschat #phoenix And excited to have you on #EduGladiators Podcast Monday!
    In reply to @Terencewhite23
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Collaborative team teaching does include co-teaching and allowing students to see lessons different ways #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Roberts87
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Hey Brian! #mschat
    In reply to @DrBrianCook
  • BKd204Sci Jun 8 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1 More minds = more developed & #studentfoused ideas #BetterTogether #mschat
  • DrBrianCook Jun 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Yes! Not every style works for every student. #mschat
    In reply to @pryor4learning, @blocht574
  • provostk_edu Jun 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Ss gain deeper and stronger relationships with more Ts in the building. #mschat
  • mskaufmanELA Jun 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: planning together, more student support, collaboration, modeling good working relationships, different ideas/teach. styles, etc #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A!: Allows team of teachers to talk about what works and what doesn't for students #mschat
  • SamReisman93 Jun 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Allows for smaller group focus, each T focuses in on a select few and gets to help them excel more #mschat
  • jbhanlon Jun 8 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Teaming allows us to meet the needs of Ss,& to make whole-child a priority.Collaboration & cross- curricular are best practices #mschat
  • Mr_Roberts87 Jun 8 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    definitely like being able to plan with co-teacher if there is common planning! Otherwise they co-teacher comes in blind. #mschat
    In reply to @crs0722
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 8 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Ryan in MI -- 6/7 Social Studies. Checking in after coaching my kids' baseball team. #mschat
  • BKd204Sci Jun 8 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    No matter how it is done #collaboration needs to occure daily in Ts routine #mschat
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Collaborative teaming means more adults are pouring into Ss developing meaningful relationships & helping them succeed. #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Q1A: Difference between team teaching and co-teaching? Seeing some answers mixing them together from my experience #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Hope it was a win! #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Always better when adults can collaborate for problem solve & have genius hrs focused on innovation. #mschat
    In reply to @Terencewhite23
  • LindaBKroger Jun 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 power of team ex) Ts place stickers on kids names based on relationship level w them, & as a team make goals 2 improve relations! #mschat
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Perspective is everything! Love this answer! #mschat
    In reply to @DrBrianCook
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1A: Team = group of teachers that teach same group of students example sci, ss, ela, math ; CO-teaching = 2 Teachers 1 room #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Q2: What are the challenges of team teaching? #mschat
  • BKd204Sci Jun 8 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1a Team T-ing could be dept centered Co-T-ing is working/planning along side another T #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2: Finding time to meet as a team! #mschat
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1A: When T's collaborate, its allows us to teach to different learning styles and abilities. #mschat #
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1a: Teaming is group of adults sharing same core group of Ss & plain interdisciplinary lessons. Co-Teaching having 2 Ts lead class. #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • mskaufmanELA Jun 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    This is what I was thinking- team is more than 2, all different subjects, co-t is 2 teachers in one room #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • posickj Jun 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Jay, 5th-8th grade principal from Merton, WI checking in to #mschat. Dinner with my wife is my excuse, and it's a good one. What did I miss?
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Department? in a middle school? Most teams I have seen are 4 core teachers some times w/specials collaborating #mschat
    In reply to @BKd204Sci
  • BKd204Sci Jun 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A2 Every T has strengths & weaknesses Finding balance to what everyone brings is a challenge #mschat
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A2: The biggest challenge is when one teacher is passionate about something and is not willing to bend! #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Jun 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Hi everyone! Late to party, but I am here. Jeremy from Michigan. 8th grade English/Science, author, co-director of CRWP. #mschat
  • SamReisman93 Jun 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1(2): Allows for Ss to get a wide variety of models of instruction since each T is differen,. some strategies may work better #mschat
  • LindaBKroger Jun 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A2 Building trust w teammates, & prioritizing time to plan rich lessons can be common teaming challenges #whatsyourwhy #commonvision #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    They share common students yes that is my mindset too #mschat
    In reply to @mskaufmanELA
  • crs0722 Jun 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: Inducting new teachers into established teams can be difficult #mschat
  • DrBrianCook Jun 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: Assessing levels of mastery is sometimes difficult to different Ts #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A1: Collaborative team teaching means more eyes on Ss work and provides more opportunity to formatively assess all Ss. #mschat
  • jbhanlon Jun 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    That was my A. TEAM teaching is a group of different area Ts that all have same students but Co-Teaching is sharing the classes #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • Jeremybballer Jun 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: Time to collaborate. Time has to be made and sometimes that means after school. #mschat
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    What's up Jeremy! Hope all is well! #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer
  • posickj Jun 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A1 Teaming is a way to have everyone working together for the benefit of our kids. #mschat
  • apptasticteach Jun 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Hi all. Melissa from Ohio. Tweeting from NYC tonight. #mschat
  • provostk_edu Jun 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: When teams change year to year due to T movement/job change. It can be like losing members of a family #mschat
  • ItsMrsPenrod Jun 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2 Blending both Ts styles, Ss understanding both Ts have equal roles, one T may put in more effort than the other #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    YES trust is a tough one for teams ... Need to build relationships with each other when it works it just clicks #mschat
    In reply to @LindaBKroger
  • BKd204Sci Jun 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    We work as a team of 4/5 but gr level depts meet weekly in #PLC time to plan & analyze data #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • Jeremybballer Jun 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Hi Terence! I am well. Thank you, I hope all is well with you! #mschat
    In reply to @Terencewhite23
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Teams take time to build trust and find each members role to find success! #mschat
  • LaylaLGregory Jun 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Having to "share" your co-teacher with others, not meeting in a regular basis #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Time to get together to really break down the progress of every S to ensure curriculum is tailored to their needs. #mschat
  • SamReisman93 Jun 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Focusing on what matters and finding solutions to problems instead of group complaint sessions #mschat
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    So true!! #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    We have department time and team time both are different PLC groups for us #mschat
    In reply to @BKd204Sci
  • pryor4learning Jun 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A team of all new teachers with all the latest ideas #mschat #edu5213SBU
    In reply to @blocht574
  • posickj Jun 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2 Challenges of teaming- trust, follow through, kids (not content) first, making the team a priority. #mschat
  • apptasticteach Jun 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Challenges personality conflict or Ts not really want to be in the "shared" position. #mschat
  • mskaufmanELA Jun 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: Finding time to plan together. Styles not meshing. If teams (diff subj) then curriculum not lining up for cross-curr units. #mschat
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: Greatest challenges 4 teaming: common planning, everyone feeling valued w/equal voice on team. Must keep focus on Ss not adults #mschat
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Time is always an issue! #mschat
    • Mr_Lisek Jun 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT
      A2: Time to get together to really break down the progress of every S to ensure curriculum is tailored to their needs. #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    YES putting kids and learning before EGOs and Curriculum are some big challenges #mschat
    In reply to @posickj
  • provostk_edu Jun 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: Reaching consensus on S expectations within the Team. Can be confusing for Ss when Ts expectations/routines are different #mschat
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Welcome Melissa! #mschat
    In reply to @apptasticteach
  • Mr_Roberts87 Jun 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: last semester I had a co-teacher who did not have a background in math. Her strength was English. Tough! #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2A, Time, time and time! Never enough time in a day. #mschat
  • AssignmentHelpN Jun 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    8 Easy Ways to Use Growth Mindset Approach in Classroom https://t.co/9BOim8ka4a #mschat #TNedchat #IRAchat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    can be especially for planning but with time I could see it as a benefit: Could present lessons in different way #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Roberts87
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Yes! Being solutions oriented is πŸ”‘ #mschat
    In reply to @SamReisman93
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Right! IF teaming works and is a priority need to put time on the schedule for TEAMING #mschat
    In reply to @Terencewhite23
  • PrincipalMKelly Jun 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2) making sure there is adequate planning time. Making sure personalities mesh well. #mschat
  • jbhanlon Jun 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: TEAM means we need to respect all voices¬ just do our own thing.Thats not always easy-There is no MYClass-here is OUR classes #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Q3: What are the goals of leadership when building a master schedule? #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Agreed! The best teams I was on, we were also became best friends and did tons of things together #mschat
    In reply to @LindaBKroger
  • mgrosstaylor Jun 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Ok I'm failing at multi tasking! Game just started & someone threw a catfish on the ice!πŸ˜€ #GeauxPreds #mschat
  • apptasticteach Jun 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Our issue is lack of clear expectations...do they want team teaching, inclusion, or just another adult in the room. #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    copy Cats (we throw octopus) #mschat
    In reply to @mgrosstaylor
  • PrincipalMKelly Jun 8 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3) I can tell you what should not be a goal: trying to make everybody happy:) impossible task #mschat
  • SamReisman93 Jun 8 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: G1- common schedule between grade/content to allow for intervention & planning. G2- Grade level and content level team time #mschat
  • Mr_Roberts87 Jun 8 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    So true. Kids say well she let me do this in her classroom.... They can try to put teachers at odds with each other. #mschat
    In reply to @provostk_edu
  • posickj Jun 8 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3 Planning time for all teams. Natural breaks for students between content areas. Recess. #mschat
  • PrincipalMKelly Jun 8 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3) ensuring we are providing time for students and teachers to be able to accomplish their goals #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: Goal 1: Having enough classes for all students and staying in class contact hours! #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 8 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: Putting Ss needs first and providing instructional time that allows for optimal learning opportunities. #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Jun 8 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: Shouldn't be everyone is teaching their strengths? #mschat
  • BKd204Sci Jun 8 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3 I hope putting Ts in best position to reach Ss Having good time flow esp w/Ts moving around #mschat
  • ItsMrsPenrod Jun 8 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3 They MUST make time to communicate & plan together! #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Would make most sense but I think most time it is making sure the puzzle get put together ... then maybe look at that #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer
  • provostk_edu Jun 8 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Amen. #mschat
    In reply to @apptasticteach
  • crs0722 Jun 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: Maximizing teacher effectiveness in positions and grade levels while meeting the diverse needs of students #mschat
  • DrBrianCook Jun 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: ID top student needs and ensure those are addressed first; goals must align w your vision #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A1: I feel the starting point is making sure everyone has the right number of classes #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Jun 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    I don't envy my administrator for putting together the schedule. Very much a weakness of mine. #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: leadership should know personalities and pair up people who will work together the best. And not necessarily the same "types" #mschat
  • pryor4learning Jun 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Providing a schedule that allows for Ts to have support and effectively team with each other #mschat #edu5213SBU
  • PrincipalMKelly Jun 8 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3) One of our first steps in scheduling is always to make sure the schedule supports the needs of students with IEP's and GIEPs #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    We are working on that this year: Admin surveyed staff to see WHO they want to team with! #mschat
    In reply to @Terencewhite23
  • Mr_Roberts87 Jun 8 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: Attempt to put teachers where they will be happy. Happy people do a better job. #mschat
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3A: put people who are organized with people who are not organized. Opposites attract. Know your staff! #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Great point Mike we need to support IEPs and GIEPs of our students #mschat
    In reply to @PrincipalMKelly
  • mskaufmanELA Jun 8 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: allow for team teacher planning time (By grade level). Also make sure to meet Ss needs- IEPs, co-taught. Don't make it crazy! #mschat
  • BKd204Sci Jun 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Team chemistry is so important to Ss growth and success #mschat
    In reply to @Terencewhite23
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: We have integrated flexible scheduling this year for our intervention period. #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    I have helped in the past and it is a jigsaw on many levels... Used to be easier but now schedules are tight! #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer
  • provostk_edu Jun 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: Keeping the focus on what is best for Ss! #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    IDEALLY that would be goal and it is on mind but It has limits #mschat
    In reply to @provostk_edu
  • PrincipalMKelly Jun 8 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3) we try our best to do what is best for teachers so they can do what is best for students #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Jun 8 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    I only help with looking at strengths and weakness of students to help with classroom balance. That in itself is tough at times. #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • Mr_Roberts87 Jun 8 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Hard to work with people you don't agree with or understand! #mschat
    In reply to @BKd204Sci, @Terencewhite23
  • BKd204Sci Jun 8 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Perfect night #mschat & grilling stuffed burgers hey @Terencewhite23 I have an extra
  • TracyMailloux Jun 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    this is so true! I've watched many Ts get more discouraged due to this. #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Roberts87
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    YES without good team chemistry the students suffer: some flexible teachers fit with any team #mschat
    In reply to @BKd204Sci, @Terencewhite23
  • SamReisman93 Jun 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    I'm going to duck out early, I'm feeling a little under the weather. Hopefully it's just allergies #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Q4: Hoe can schedules best support student learning? #mschat
  • BKd204Sci Jun 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Forgot the pic @Terencewhite23 #mschat
    In reply to @Terencewhite23, @Terencewhite23
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    YEAH I feel that is toughest: especially when you don't know ALL the student just 1/2 like our teachers do #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    oops Q4: HOW can schedules best support student learning? #mschat Typing too fast
  • Jeremybballer Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4: Have to think about class load and what classes Ss do better at in the morning based on research. #mschat
  • apptasticteach Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    I think admins need to listen when Ts find conflicts for kids when they need to be in certain places at the same time. #mschat
  • posickj Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4 Scheduling starts with the kids. Get grade levels together to discuss needs and figure it out. Give and take needed. #mschat
  • ItsMrsPenrod Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4 There needs to be common planning time set aside to plan out the best S learning opportunities #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4: Creative scheduling can help students learn: Like A / B days or breaks at certain times #mschat
  • provostk_edu Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4: Through providing team time and natural "breaks" in the Ss day (through use of exploratories/specials/etc.) #mschat
  • PrincipalMKelly Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4) Providing students access to a well-rounded curriculum, and teachers time to adequately plan and facilitate learning #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4: I always think rotating hours students are seen would be beneficial so not always seeing students same time of day #mschat
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4: Ss scheduling should meet the needs of the Ss year to year. If a group would benefit from block or looping flexibility is key! #mschat
  • jbhanlon Jun 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    a3: Starts with Students & Ends With Students:) Should be:) A great schedule has balance,rigor & purpose -Need to start w/ absolutes #mschat
  • BKd204Sci Jun 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4 Proper class to class transition time so Ss can decompress & ramp up as curricular day changes We rush Ss too much #mschat
  • PrincipalMKelly Jun 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    You raise an interesting point. Based on feedback from teachers this year we have move some classes to the morning. #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Great point! diversity courses offered and having time for Teachers to plan are needed in schedule! #mschat
    In reply to @PrincipalMKelly
  • TracyMailloux Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4 Seems obvious, but make sure schedule is best for Ss, not adults! #mschat
  • Mr_Roberts87 Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4: Grouping students together with a huge gap can be tough. Not saying to group based on ability, but keep it reasonable. #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    I would be interesting to know if what you do supports the research that is out there. #mschat
    In reply to @PrincipalMKelly
  • provostk_edu Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    My school does this with a "waterfall" style schedule. Ts and Ss alike enjoy it. #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • mskaufmanELA Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4: Find out Ss' needs! Look at IEPs, past schedules. Talk to Ts. Make schedules as a team- in May for the next year! #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Agreed! We have departments by grade that have common planning to get on same page! #mschat Has caused problems with finding team time
    In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    You would think this is obvious but unfortunately, it's not! #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    I have asked but we are stuck with shared specials staff so it won't work #mschat
    • provostk_edu Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT
      My school does this with a "waterfall" style schedule. Ts and Ss alike enjoy it. #mschat
      In reply to @blocht574
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Waterfall? Please share more! #mschat
    In reply to @provostk_edu, @blocht574
  • mskaufmanELA Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Example? #mschat
    In reply to @provostk_edu, @blocht574
  • PrincipalMKelly Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    We tried to schedule cotaught math & pull out reading intervention courses for the morning as much as we could. Couldn't do for all. #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer
  • LindaBKroger Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 in my ideal master sched a school's best & worst Ts would teach 1 period less, worst would observe B & B would team teach w W. #mschat
  • BKd204Sci Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    I was lucky this year to have common plan time w/8th gr sci Ts & it made a world of difference #mschat
    In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod
  • PrincipalMKelly Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Do you have research you can share on this topic? I would love to see it. #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Waterfall is 1,2,3,4,5,6 day one next 2,3,4,5,6,1, next 3,4,5,6,1,2 etc #mschat
    In reply to @Terencewhite23, @provostk_edu
  • Jeremybballer Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Do you feel that the Ss you pull out miss out on what is going on in the classroom and potentially creates gaps? #mschat
    In reply to @PrincipalMKelly
  • mskaufmanELA Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Thanks! I think that would totally confuse me!! *But could be really cool! #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574, @Terencewhite23, @provostk_edu
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    That would be cool! Schedules should have time for teachers to observe others #mschat
    In reply to @LindaBKroger
  • pryor4learning Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    This would be an interesting approach to try. Wonder what research shows vs typical day #mschat
    • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT
      Waterfall is 1,2,3,4,5,6 day one next 2,3,4,5,6,1, next 3,4,5,6,1,2 etc #mschat
      In reply to @Terencewhite23, @provostk_edu
  • Jeremybballer Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    I can try to find it, was in my middle school masters courses. I will see if I can retrieve it for you. It may take me a few days. #mschat
    In reply to @PrincipalMKelly
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    This is a really cool concept. What are the benefits? #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574, @provostk_edu
  • jbhanlon Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4: A great schedule balances student learning w/student needs,&allows for flexibility-We have a great 1-we change it to meet needs #mschat
  • PrincipalMKelly Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    The pull out is an intervention class, which is in addition to not in lieu of Grade level content. #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    This is why I am advocate for teaching school (like a teaching hospital) experts on site to provide models to follow #mschat
    In reply to @LindaBKroger
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Q5: What are the challenges of school schedules? #mschat
  • LindaBKroger Jun 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    I think, long term, your entire school would grow academically and relationally! #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • RossCoops31 Jun 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Grab Your Free Copy of the Hack Learning Anthology! #education #mschat #byotchat https://t.co/3xCaJIe6UL
  • provostk_edu Jun 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    It's amazing how quickly Ss catch on to it. Plus we post it visually in each grade level space #mschat
    In reply to @mskaufmanELA, @blocht574, @Terencewhite23
  • Jeremybballer Jun 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    So they don't miss any class time? #mschat
    In reply to @PrincipalMKelly
  • Mr_Roberts87 Jun 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    75 mins is a long time for a middle schooler to do math!! #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • jbhanlon Jun 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    a4: I hate hearing T/A say "Our schedule changes almost every year"...um hello SO DO YOUR STUDENTS:) #mschat #itsaboutthemnotu
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    benefit is that students would be seen different hours ideally Ts would see all at their best once #mschat
    In reply to @Terencewhite23, @provostk_edu
  • mskaufmanELA Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Does it work well for all students? I can think of a few of my kiddos with autism that do not do well with schedule changes. #mschat
    In reply to @provostk_edu, @blocht574, @Terencewhite23
  • provostk_edu Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Not having same subject at same time each day... that way S doesn't always have math 1st in morning if they're most tired then. #mschat
    In reply to @Terencewhite23, @blocht574
  • BKd204Sci Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5 With Ss moving across teams flexing on your team can be a nightmare #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Depends what you are doing! Need flexibility 75 minutes great for PBL project but not other things #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Roberts87
  • Mr_Roberts87 Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    hellooooo haha #mschat
    In reply to @jbhanlon
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    I completely get it now. I think I like the waterfall schedule. #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574, @provostk_edu
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    That is a rub there is no cure all but research shows it works great for ADHD kids #mschat
    In reply to @mskaufmanELA, @provostk_edu, @Terencewhite23
  • LindaBKroger Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5 Traditional school schedules can perpetuate compartmentalized learning. #mschat
  • mskaufmanELA Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A4: I've had students create anti-bullying ads in the past, as well as write their own news stories/ads for different events. #mschat
  • posickj Jun 8 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A5 Matching the time of day with the content area the student learns best at that time. Properly timed breaks. #mschat
  • jbhanlon Jun 8 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A5: BAND/CHORUS:) Just Kidding. -Balance is a challenge. Knowing what you want to do,&weighing the needs vs wants - something gives #mschat
  • provostk_edu Jun 8 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    I teach kids with autism-- they're great with it. Ts spend the first few days of school 6th grade really going over how it works. #mschat
    In reply to @mskaufmanELA, @blocht574, @Terencewhite23
  • posickj Jun 8 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    If you are lecturing for 75 minutes it's too long for anyone. Need variety of activities, time to practice and apply, movement. #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574, @Mr_Roberts87
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A5: Flexibility- what if you need more time or desire less can the schedule be bent? What about SPED? how do they fit #mschat
  • MrDurajWildcats Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A5: is that they are too structured. Going to alter the normal schedule this school year for more collaboration amongst subjects #mschat
  • Jeremybballer Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Agreed. I try not to talk any more than 15-20 minutes and sometimes I feel that is too long. #mschat
    In reply to @posickj, @blocht574, @Mr_Roberts87
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Cool! would love to read a blog post about how the waterfall schedule enhances your school! (@DruTomlin_AMLE probably would too) #mschat
    In reply to @provostk_edu, @mskaufmanELA, @Terencewhite23, @DruTomlin_AMLE
  • posickj Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Sometimes 20 seconds is too long for me to talk. #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer, @blocht574, @Mr_Roberts87
  • TracyMailloux Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5 Shared staff w/ other schools. One size does not fit all. #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    SO True! I talk for 5 minutes at start of class, 5 at end and then I am moving around seeing how we are doing! #mschat
    In reply to @posickj, @Mr_Roberts87
  • PrincipalMKelly Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Not in that content area (reading/math). They choose which specials they want and which they don't and the intervention takes place. #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer
  • jbhanlon Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    I love74 min classes.It allows for depth,instruction,&practice all in one.Ts need tosell all74 min- ¬ just teach15& hope for best #mschat
  • ItsMrsPenrod Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5 Our school does a great job of this but I knw some places struggle with equal class sizes & common team planning time #mschat
  • provostk_edu Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5: Special Ed scheduling to meet IEP requirements. Time. Student groupings. Time. Shared Ts across grade levels. Oh, and TIME. #mschat
  • pryor4learning Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5 doesn't help with the new age of personalized learning #mschat #edu5213SBU
    In reply to @blocht574
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5: flexibility! The schedules should benefit the Ss. Some Ts need to accept this and be flexible! #MSChat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5: Shared staff! #mschat
  • BKd204Sci Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Family ready for dinner see you all next week #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Why not? #mschat personalized learners don't have schedules? Theirs are more flexible but they can fit if we want them to
    In reply to @pryor4learning
  • PrincipalMKelly Jun 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5) meeting the unique needs of hundreds of students within time and contract restraints #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    AH, maybe next week is a camp fire chat so no moderator or questions just show up and see who is here etc #mschat
    In reply to @BKd204Sci
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Q6: If schedules were a food what food would they be? #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Mike that is a challenge: Especially when a student needs certain classes that our schedules don't allow to mix #mschat
    In reply to @PrincipalMKelly
  • Jeremybballer Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A6: Tosses Salad! Lol! #mschat
  • pryor4learning Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    True. Hope admin takes time to think and apply it for those Ss in schedules! #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • Mr_Roberts87 Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A6: A worm?... early bird gets the worm... I don't know haha #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    yeah find one you like they are all pretty easy now ... just like typing #mschat
    In reply to @mskaufmanELA, @provostk_edu, @Terencewhite23, @DruTomlin_AMLE
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A6: schedules would be glucose because they provide the school/body with energy. Good schedule can give a school great energy! #mschat
  • posickj Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A6 Fajitas- lots of different ingredients, get them cooking, and wrap them in a tortilla. And they can be messy. #mschat
  • provostk_edu Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Q6: Uh, can it be a liquor instead? Because that's usually what I feel like indulging in after a day of wrestling with the schedule! #mschat
  • MrDurajWildcats Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A6: any kind of protein. Full of potential to help build muscle #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A6: Like an artichoke's heart: hard to get to but worth the trouble (and if not done right hurts a bit) #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Sure pick what ever you need #mschat
    In reply to @provostk_edu
  • Jeremybballer Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Taking off gang. Hope everyone ends things strong. Good luck! Talk next week. #mschat
  • Mr_Roberts87 Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    whiskey #mschat
    In reply to @provostk_edu
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Great to hear your voice Jeremy! Have a great week! #mschat
    In reply to @Jeremybballer
  • ItsMrsPenrod Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A6 Pizza! Several ingredients to make it good, extra ingredients to make it great! #mschat
  • PrincipalMKelly Jun 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A6) a Buffett #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Whiskey ... Oh so good but with a little burn! #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Roberts87, @provostk_edu
  • LindaBKroger Jun 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A6 Many school schedules remind me of ears of corn. Kinda rigid, in predictable rows, but w ability 2pop out of shell! #popcorn 🌽 #mschat
  • JDavisSPS Jun 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    I think schedules are chicken soup--good for you and comforting, but perhaps still too traditional? #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    YEAH but that works every time .... #mschat
    In reply to @PrincipalMKelly
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    OH I love that one! Thanks for sharing #mschat
    In reply to @JDavisSPS
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Thanks everyone for chiming in tonight: Remember to follow those that help you grow! #mschat
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Awesome analogy! #MSChat
    In reply to @JDavisSPS
  • Mr_Roberts87 Jun 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    This was my first "real" twitter chat. Pretty neat... a lot coming at you at one time. #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • mskaufmanELA Jun 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    I like this idea! Seconding! #mschat
    In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A6A: it's like pizza, no matter how good or bad, it's still necessary and edible. #MSChat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    #mschat is here all school year on Thursdays at 8 PM ET will be moving to campfire chats next week less formal chats till August
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    #mschat will be used to support the @AMLE summer leadership institute at the end of June and July follow along! #AMLEleaders
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    I will be tweeting out the transcript in a few minutes so you can re-read the chat if needed #mschat
  • Terencewhite23 Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    @blocht574 thank you for moderating! Have a great week! #MSChat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    It can be alot but oh so much learning and fun! Thanks for joining in #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Roberts87
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thanks, @blocht574 for leading tonight's #mschat. Looking forward to campfire chats this summer. Off to finalize clues for Amazing SS Race!