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CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:17 PM EDT

Good Afternoon Let's start chatting! I'm Charmaine and today's topic is Classroom Management #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:18 PM EDT

Q1 How do you set the tome in your classroom at the beginning of the year? #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:18 PM EDT

Please introduce yourself #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:18 PM EDT

Hi @CharmaineGeorge I'm Sarah D'Morias and I teach at Scandinavian Middle School! #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:20 PM EDT

@CharmaineGeorge time not tome ooops #fusdTchat

CrazySciTeach Jun 15 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Hi #fusdTchat ! Kim from Fresno, I teach MS Science/STEM in Fresno-ish

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Hey @CrazySciTeach thanks for chatting with us! #fusdTchat

CrazySciTeach Jun 15 @ 7:22 PM EDT

@sdmorias it works out great, I sit at my sons speech session every Wed from 4:30-5:20 #fusdTchat

Mike__Ogden Jun 15 @ 7:22 PM EDT

Hi, #fusdTchat, My name is Mike Ogden and I teach PE and Technology at Scandinavian MS as well. Hi Sarah!

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:23 PM EDT

@Mike__Ogden Hey!!! Thanks for chatting! #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:24 PM EDT

@Mike__Ogden Welcome Mike #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:24 PM EDT

@CrazySciTeach Hey Kim! #fusdTchat

Mike__Ogden Jun 15 @ 7:26 PM EDT

Q1: by creating high structure paired with fun, engaging, and interactive games and activities that allow for a "safe" classoom #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:27 PM EDT

A1: Welcoming students to the class, using and maintaining HIGH structure. Continually going over expectations #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:28 PM EDT

@Mike__Ogden what do you do to let students know that class is a safe space? #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:28 PM EDT

A1: Creating relationships with students immediately and figuring out their names AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. #fusdTchat

ProfD_Mac Jun 15 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A1 I create convo games(circles, convo toss, etc) and i's a good way to remember names #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:30 PM EDT

@sdmorias I always remember faces but I have to work to learn names #fusdTchat

ProfD_Mac Jun 15 @ 7:31 PM EDT

#fusdTchat A1 You have to slowly reveal your human side to the students to create the safe space. Worked well for me showing personality

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Q2 Do you create intentional diversity in your lessons to minimize disruptions? #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:32 PM EDT

@ProfD_Mac I tell and show pictures of my dog. They love the daycare stories. #fusdTchat https://t.co/HqfzgpVtFW

Mike__Ogden Jun 15 @ 7:32 PM EDT

@CharmaineGeorge I am a little goofy, I show them funny pictures/videos of myself. I share stories of myself, family, etc. #fusdTchat

CrazySciTeach Jun 15 @ 7:34 PM EDT

A1: sorry, 2yo had speech meltdown. Combine high structure with fun activities, set boundaries #fusdtchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:34 PM EDT

Intentional diversity meaning you have known disrupters so you get ahead of game by creating activities so they can't get started #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:35 PM EDT

A2: I've never heard that term, thanks for informing me. This also sounds like pre-correction. #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:36 PM EDT

A2: I feel that this happens more once I get to know my students better, as opposed to the beginning of the year. #fusdTchat

CrazySciTeach Jun 15 @ 7:36 PM EDT

A2: I swear I have adult ADD so I tend to use multiple modalities within one lesson because I get bored #fusdtchat

ProfD_Mac Jun 15 @ 7:37 PM EDT

We would get along. EXACT same strategy I have. Ss will forget my chemistry, but they'll remember me #fusdTchat https://t.co/xAPcmXnDnI

Mike__Ogden Jun 15 @ 7:32 PM EDT

@CharmaineGeorge I am a little goofy, I show them funny pictures/videos of myself. I share stories of myself, family, etc. #fusdTchat

Mike__Ogden Jun 15 @ 7:37 PM EDT

A2: Yes, the second students walk into my room, they have a job. Don't do it to my exact expectations? It is address immediately.#fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:37 PM EDT

@Mike__Ogden What kinds of jobs do you assign in your class? #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A2: I think I domaking sure that my activities transition smoothly n2 1 another &making sure Ss physical transitions r calculated #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:38 PM EDT

Q3How do you de-escalate disruptive students? #fusdTchat

ProfD_Mac Jun 15 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A2 I try to incorporate differentiation to cater to different Ss different learning styles. More or less successful for me. #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:39 PM EDT

@CrazySciTeach I like that you are thinking how YOU would function as a student in your own classroom! #fusdTchat

Mike__Ogden Jun 15 @ 7:39 PM EDT

@ProfD_Mac Agreed. They don't always remember what you taught them, but will always remember how you made them feel. So true! #fusdTchat

dmacchem Jun 15 @ 7:40 PM EDT

A3 That's a hard one, you have to remember patience. Had a couple of Ss meltdowns. Every time I was reserved and patient. #fusdTchat

CrazySciTeach Jun 15 @ 7:41 PM EDT

A3: start w/ figuring out why they're disruptive: Can't do the assignment? Doesn't understand? Reading/language issue? Hormones? #fusdtchat

Mike__Ogden Jun 15 @ 7:42 PM EDT

@CharmaineGeorge Team captains per group, dry erase board master, tech director, chair master,...Assign roles S's take ownership #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:43 PM EDT

@Mike__Ogden @CharmaineGeorge I love classroom jobs! The more Ss are in charge the better! More ownership and inclusion they feel #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:43 PM EDT

@CrazySciTeach I like the hormones. That is so true sometimes #fusdTchat

Mike__Ogden Jun 15 @ 7:43 PM EDT

A3: Immediate re-direct, second if necessary. Not working? Face to face conversation outside room with door open. #fusdTchat

Mike__Ogden Jun 15 @ 7:44 PM EDT

A3: Most importantly, it's not what you say to them, it's how you say it. #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q4 Do you reward good behavior in an effort to discourage bad or negative behaviors? #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:44 PM EDT

@Mike__Ogden Totally agree! It's all about the approach. #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:45 PM EDT

A4: I <3 positive phone calls and especially positive notes home! #fusdTchat

MSchwartz23 - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:45 PM EDT

A3: I would move the student to an individual desk, give them a chance to settle, then find out what’s going on. #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A3 I've seen some Ts have the student stand or sit outside the class, but I'm not sure about the isolation #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A4: I try to make a big deal of it depending on the S, &follow up the next day w/ making sure they talked2 their parents about it #fusdTchat

Mike__Ogden Jun 15 @ 7:47 PM EDT

A4: all the time! Phone calls, verbal praise, privileges, DJ for class music, food. My students love food! #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:47 PM EDT

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Mike__Ogden Jun 15 @ 7:45 PM EDT

@sdmorias @CharmaineGeorge For sure. My classroom is nearly self-run on certain days. Very little direct instruction. Flipped classroom

MSchwartz23 - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:48 PM EDT

A4: I rewarded good behavior, but would not make a spectacle. It depends on the age group how to appropriately praise or reward. #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:48 PM EDT

@Mike__Ogden I love the DJ idea #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:49 PM EDT

I also like doing raffle tickets for on task behavior. #fusdTchat

MSchwartz23 - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:49 PM EDT

@Mike__Ogden Food is a good one. A 30 pack of single serve chips would go a long way. #fusdTchat

CrazySciTeach Jun 15 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A4: those students earn helper jobs: office runner, lab helper, answer the phone, pass out tablets, run the green screen, etc #fusdtchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:50 PM EDT

Q6 Are you quick to involve parents in the classroom goingson or do you hold back? #fusdTchat

MSchwartz23 - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:51 PM EDT

@sdmorias The Terrific Tuesdays we did at Scan were great. Parents really appreciate the positive call home. #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:51 PM EDT

@CrazySciTeach Green screen? What do you do with that? #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:51 PM EDT

@MSchwartz23 Not to brag... but I loved winning!!! #fusdTchat

MSchwartz23 - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:52 PM EDT

@CharmaineGeorge The cool down was my biggest reason to sit a student outside… Cool down for both Student and Teacher. #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:53 PM EDT

A6 I try to involve them after about two interactions. I also try to be sure to structure my phone calls with Ps objectively #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:54 PM EDT

@MSchwartz23 @CharmaineGeorge I agree, the cool down for the teacher is just as important! #fusdTchat

MSchwartz23 - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:54 PM EDT

@sdmorias Great idea. Studies show Ss respond to unknown rewards using a raffle/lottery more than direct or clearly stated reward #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:54 PM EDT

A5 I like the idea of Positive Tuesdays. I make possitive comments in Atlas #fusdTchat

CrazySciTeach Jun 15 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A6: we try to work it out in class first, but if it's just not happening a phone call home usually happens #fusdtchat

ProfD_Mac Jun 15 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A6 Can't lie, I've had a majority of experiences in the parents don't help realm. Sometimes it hurts the student even more sadly #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:55 PM EDT

@MSchwartz23 Didn't know that. Thanks! #fusdTchat

ProfD_Mac Jun 15 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A6 At Back to School Night, I make it very clear how transparent and available I am and some respond well to that #fusdTchat

CrazySciTeach Jun 15 @ 7:57 PM EDT

@ProfD_Mac yes! I usually ask our counsellor b4 calling home, for some of my Ss calling home is BAD for them #fusdTchat

Mike__Ogden Jun 15 @ 7:57 PM EDT

@ProfD_Mac Constant, clear, and concise communication is key. At least they know it's there even if they don't take advantage. #fusdTchat

ProfD_Mac Jun 15 @ 7:57 PM EDT

A6 But the parents coming to class has been successful for me. Right @CharmaineGeorge ? #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 7:58 PM EDT

@ProfD_Mac I love having parents in class. It's amazing how the Ss turns it around Haha #fusdTchat

MSchwartz23 - Moderator Jun 15 @ 7:58 PM EDT

A6: I was reluctant to call Ps-A Master T coached me to call Ps immediately during class. Effective & less likely to forget later #fusdTchat

ProfD_Mac Jun 15 @ 7:58 PM EDT

Sometimes that's all we can do. Allows me to sleep knowing I tried my best #fusdTchat https://t.co/prxlW1fnRH

Mike__Ogden Jun 15 @ 7:57 PM EDT

@ProfD_Mac Constant, clear, and concise communication is key. At least they know it's there even if they don't take advantage. #fusdTchat

Mike__Ogden Jun 15 @ 8:00 PM EDT

@MSchwartz23 Agreed. I do this frequently if needed. Very effective. #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Q6 Do you use CHAMPS strategies in your classroom? #fusdTchat

Mike__Ogden Jun 15 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@CharmaineGeorge Yes, but found to work negatively if all you do is preach & over emphasize CHAMPS expectations.Who likes rules? #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 8:04 PM EDT

A7: @ProfD_Mac and I just took a PL on CHAMPS today. Going over it again as a semi seasoned teacher, made me appreciate it more. #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 8:04 PM EDT

A7 I'm not as familiar with CHAMPS as I would like to be. I hear it all of the time from the seasoned teachers #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 8:05 PM EDT

A7: I don't post the CHAMPS posters but I do like structures it makes you think through & 2 be intentional w/ rules & guidelines #fusdTchat

Mike__Ogden Jun 15 @ 8:05 PM EDT

A6: I like to keep it more informal and treat S's like adults. Tend to respond better. #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q8 When you use tech in your class do you see behavior issues decrease? #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@Mike__Ogden I like to do the same. I feel like if you treat them like kids they will behave like kids but the flip is true also #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@SawdustDreams What is your rational for this? #fusdTchat

CrazySciTeach Jun 15 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A8: totally depends on how I've structured the tech lesson. Some the Ss are on task the whole time, others Ss are everywhere #fusdtchat

ProfD_Mac Jun 15 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Very effective structures and psychology behind them is A+ #fusdTchat https://t.co/rQ0ghu52qS

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 8:05 PM EDT

A7: I don't post the CHAMPS posters but I do like structures it makes you think through & 2 be intentional w/ rules & guidelines #fusdTchat

CrazySciTeach Jun 15 @ 8:08 PM EDT

When they are everywhere it's usually my fault, my lesson wasn't robust enough to keep them engaged. #fusdTchat https://t.co/NedY8THEFd

CrazySciTeach Jun 15 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A8: totally depends on how I've structured the tech lesson. Some the Ss are on task the whole time, others Ss are everywhere #fusdtchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@CrazySciTeach How do you bring them back to task? Do you have a game plan that works well? #fusdTchat

ProfD_Mac Jun 15 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A8 Gotta set up incredible INCREDIBLE structures for tech in the classroom, but when done right, it's magical #fusdTchat

sdmorias - Moderator Jun 15 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@CharmaineGeorge @CrazySciTeach Good question! #fusdTchat

CrazySciTeach Jun 15 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@CharmaineGeorge no game plan, usually a tap on the shoulder to remind them I'm always watching, find out why they are off task #fusdTchat

CharmaineGeorge Jun 15 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@ProfD_Mac Have to keep it rigorous to hit all levels #fusdTchat