#TLAP Archive

#TLAP is a weekly chat for educators who embrace author, keynote speaker, and moderator David Burgess' approach of teaching like a pirate. Burgess is author of Teach Like A PIRATE: Increase Student Engagement, Boost Your Creativity, and Transform Your Life as an Educator and co-author of P is for PIRATE: Inspirational ABC’s for Educators.

Monday October 30, 2017
9:00 PM EDT

  • MrsMurat Oct 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT
  • participatechat Oct 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #TLAP by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/mK1UYyD5Qi
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to tonight's chat, look forward to hearing the great happenings in your school & growing with you in use of social media #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    I’m ready to #tlap with you all! Hey guys, 7th Grade Science teacher from KY here!
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    As we set sail tonight, introduce yourself & please share a way you've used social media to kick start your year in a positive way #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Hi, Stella!! #tlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • TaraMartinEDU Oct 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    I'm Tara Martin- admin in Kansas and my fav two books are #tlap and #LEADlap! Seriously refer to them on all of the time. #ISTELITChat
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hey Dave! Hope you’re doing great tonight. Happy Halloween. #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • pNabbie Oct 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Pam, from SC, I thanked BP for supporting a teacher tech challenge in my building & shared Ss commericals with community #tlap
  • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hi! Tisha HS Culinary Tr in Medford, OR! Excited to chat with the #tlap crew tonight!
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Let’s do this #tlap family! Kristen 3rd grade from Pittsburgh
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hi, Pam!!! #tlap
    In reply to @pNabbie
  • bmilla84 Oct 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Brandi- 1st Grade Teacher @CaldwellElemen in Florida! I use SM to share our class story w/ families & community! Ps ❤️ our class FB! #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    both books are great resources and proud to be a member of the DBC with @burgessdave to make a positive educational impact #tlap
    In reply to @TaraMartinEDU, @burgessdave
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Evening #tlap friends! Excited about tonight's topic! Love sharing @CentralCabotpK4 story!
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hi, Kristen!!! #tlap
    In reply to @nankr1120
  • Toups_J Oct 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    #tlap Jerry Toups aka the #JediOfBelieve reporting in. HS Math Tr Lamar CISD by Houston, TX. #AlwaysBelieve
  • pNabbie Oct 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hi, Dave! Don't usually participate, but your topic GRABBED me! #ParentsNeedDigCit #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • drjonesie17 Oct 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hi all! I’m Natasha TK-6 Principal & had my Ts search hashtags & build PLN’s during our staff meeting time . #tlap
  • MissKTrier Oct 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hi #tlap! I’m Katie, 1st grade teacher in FL, and social media has changed the way I teach. I love sharing ideas with amazing educators!
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Welcome, Tisha!! #tlap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • SFMSBen Oct 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Ben, AP @SouthForsythMS in Forsyth County, GA! Use social media daily to share our narrative. #tlap #forsythpln
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Let's Go Pens! #tlap Welcome Kristen
    In reply to @nankr1120
  • beardsleyteach Oct 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hey #tlap Nicole from SF Bay Area in CA. Unintentionally wore my TLAP scarf on chat day! Score!
  • SlaterPBISMN Oct 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Curt Slater Proud #LeadLAP in MN for the amazing @Wyomingwildcats #tlap
  • lauriesmcintosh Oct 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Happy Monday! My name is Laurie and I am a #Kindergarten teacher in Lacombe, AB, 🇨🇦 We have used social media to CONNECT this year! ❤️ #tlap
  • yourschoolrocks Oct 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    The authors of #yourschoolrocks have ties to the Pittsburgh area. #tlap
    In reply to @nankr1120
  • Rdene915 Oct 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hey everyone, Rachelle from Pittsburgh, teach Spanish and a #STEAM course, use SM to share Ss great work #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • effortfuleduktr Oct 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Blake Harvard, teacher and blogger, Alabama https://t.co/EJp11sZu1q #tlap
  • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Our St ambassadors kicked off the #discochallenge at our school for Ts of our SLC. When challenge completed they post to Twitter #tlap
    • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT
      Hi! Tisha HS Culinary Tr in Medford, OR! Excited to chat with the #tlap crew tonight!
  • mrsz1990 Oct 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Working in “a bat cave” today. This was out of my comfort zone. One student said that this had to be the best day of his school life. #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Welcome @pNabbie look forward to learning with you #tlap
    In reply to @pNabbie, @burgessdave, @pNabbie
  • BKd204Sci Oct 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Brian, MS sci from IL lets get #tlap started!
  • KristinaSDavid Oct 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hi everyone, I'm Kristina! I am an undergrad elementary & special education major at Grove City College. I am excited to chat #tlap
  • historycomics Oct 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hi all - I teach analytical reading/writing and social studies through comics and graphic novels #tlap
  • agoodin1 Oct 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    AG from AR! High school History and Teacher Cadet. Fresh from the SWOW conference! #tlap
  • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hi Rachelle! So excited to see you soooon! #tlap
    In reply to @Rdene915, @Ericlowe21
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Yesssss!!! Love it!!! #tlap
    In reply to @mrsz1990
  • TynansClass Oct 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Tara Tynan, 3rd grade teacher I have learned so many new techniques on Twitter! It has caused my #pln to expand across the world! #tlap
  • beardsleyteach Oct 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hi Tara!! I'm so glad I got to meet you F2F at Fall #CUE! You're such an inspiration & I'm a huge #BookSnaps fan! #tlap
    In reply to @TaraMartinEDU
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Awesome to hear @MissKTrier, look forward to learning with you #tlap
    In reply to @MissKTrier, @MissKTrier
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hey there Pirate!! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Awesome stuff #tlap
    • historycomics Oct 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      Hi all - I teach analytical reading/writing and social studies through comics and graphic novels #tlap
  • Rdene915 Oct 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    I know! I cannot believe it is next week, time flies! lots to prep :) Excited!! #tlap
    In reply to @tishrich, @Ericlowe21
  • kylelaurie Oct 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Great to be here! Steve, Tech Integrator from Canandaigua, NY. I’ve been taking pics of my Ts at trainings and tweeting the good work! #tlap
  • Principal_H Oct 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Chris Director of Tech from NJ checking in #TLAP
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Grat to meet you Pittsburgh last week!! #tlap #KDPconvo17
    In reply to @nankr1120
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    I attended Grove City as well #tlap
    In reply to @KristinaSDavid
  • The_Groffice Oct 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Hey #tlap Melissa, Elem Principal at the BESt school in Pensacola FL!
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Adam, 5/6 social studies, Brooklyn, Ohio! Always sharing positivity and great creativity of my Ss! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Hi, Melissa!! #tlap
    In reply to @The_Groffice
  • McLane_Ryan Oct 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Pittsburgh representing strong in #TLAP tonight. #yourschoolrocks
  • happy5879 Oct 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Hi all! Ashanti from Music City. I am a Success Coach & I used FB to send inspirational quotes on the 1st day of the semester. #tlap
  • KMSnodgrass Oct 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Hey guys! I'm Kim...7th ELA from York, Nebraska. #TLAP
  • drjonesie17 Oct 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    @burgessdave Hello Dave! Great to be here with all the pirate crew! #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Q1: What are you doing to effectively connect with families through social media in your role as an educator? #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Welcome to #tlap, Kim!!
    In reply to @KMSnodgrass
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    #OneTeamFCS, say it loud say it proud. We work hard, our students work hard, let it be known. #tlap
  • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    I know! I have lots to do too! #tlap
    In reply to @Rdene915, @Ericlowe21
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    In Pittsburgh all the time, love the city short drive from my home #tlap
    In reply to @Rdene915
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Thanks Eric! Love my Pens... Steelers... and yes, we have PIRATES in the Burgh too ☠️😉 #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Hi, Natasha!!! #tlap Great to see you!!
    In reply to @drjonesie17
  • The_Groffice Oct 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    So proud of my peeps! #tlap #ownyourimpact #kidsdeserveit
    • MissKTrier Oct 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
      Hi #tlap! I’m Katie, 1st grade teacher in FL, and social media has changed the way I teach. I love sharing ideas with amazing educators!
  • Ron_Martiello Oct 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Ron Martiello. 3rd grade from PA. Dressed up and ready to go for tonight's #tlap chat! Arrrrgh!
  • BKd204Sci Oct 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1 Make it an active part of the cr process & invite families to follow & interact #tlap
  • SFMSBen Oct 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: Sharing more than dates and upcoming events. Trying to show the life of our school. #tlap
  • ChanteJillson Oct 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Ahoy Mates! Chante from MA #tlap
  • julnilsmith - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    What will you be doing next week? Celebrating #medialitwk of course! #mlw17 @medialiteracyed #tlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Good evening #tlap crew! Let's do this!
  • KristinaSDavid Oct 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    #tlap A1: In my future classroom I plan on using Bloomz, Twitter, and Pinterest to connect and inform parents.
  • drjonesie17 Oct 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: I do my best to post daily on Twitter & Class Dojo. Ps love it & get excited seeing pictures of their kids #tlap
  • lauriesmcintosh Oct 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: Our class Facebook page has been a hit this year! Putting pictures, conversation starters, reminders in one place helps us connect #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Go to where they are!!! And they aren't crumbled up in a wad at the bottom of a kid's backpack!! #tlap And your email isn't opened either!
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    We use social media to highlight upcoming events and positive happenings in the district #tlap
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    I'm actually presenting a webinar through #nceawebinar on Wednesday at 4EST on why teachers should use social media! #tlap
  • JV_lack Oct 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Hi #tlap James, Tech Integration from South Texas...been on a mission to have #Twitter unblocked this yr...fingers crossed
  • beardsleyteach Oct 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    @DawnelSonntag Happening right now! Follow the #TLAP hashtag
  • prestonhickert Oct 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Following #ISTELitChat & #tlap like “you get a follow, you get a follow, you get a follow!”
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Awesome, Adam!! #tlap Powerful stuff!
    In reply to @acottos
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Joining late! Stefanie from Illinois. 8th ELA and team lead. Our team is using an 8th grade twitter account to share + connect #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Critical to give behind the scenes access and showcase the school to bring to life #tlap
    • SFMSBen Oct 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT
      A1: Sharing more than dates and upcoming events. Trying to show the life of our school. #tlap
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Roman from Ontario, Canada joining in late to #tlap. HS Teacher/Student Success Leader/Agent of Transformation. Let's do this!
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: We use @SmorePages to share important dates, celebrate staff and kids, family engagement ideas, etc. https://t.co/GPo3d2Qzwv #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Love it, Laurie!! Glad this has been successful!! #tlap
    In reply to @lauriesmcintosh
  • ljbh35 Oct 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Laura from Barkhamsted CTk-6 LMS/computer #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Hi, Laura!! #tlap
    In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura
  • sbentonteach Oct 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Good evening! Stacy Benton from Tennessee, 2nd grade. #tlap
  • CoachArvin Oct 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Q1: Trying to show all the positive experiences taking place daily in our school! #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Need to teach students & use as a learning tool rather than simply block, today's world it is part of our duty #tlap
    In reply to @JV_lack
  • The_Groffice Oct 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: We have an OLD SCHOOL marquee that I hate changing. We post questions on it and ask parents to answer on our FB page. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Yes!! Not just a dry calendar! #tlap
    In reply to @SFMSBen
  • pNabbie Oct 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Q? #tlap
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Need to meet parents where they are! Need to change the conversations at home on education! Social media is that resource! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • poorroops08 Oct 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Dan, HS Principal in Virginia. I am constantly using Twitter, Facebook, Remind, and Google to share info with the school community. #tlap
  • KMSnodgrass Oct 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: Our schools district's hashtag #yorkdukes is highly followed by our families, so that's my go to for social media! #TLAP
    In reply to @Ericlowe21, @burgessdave
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: Famlies who visit kids for lunch are encouraged to take selfies and post them to our SM sites! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Good to see you, Ron!! #tlap
    In reply to @Ron_Martiello
  • thebartletts Oct 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Amy, Principal in Georgia. Started our year by having our teachers #Bethechange in our community! #sharonstrong #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Glad you're here, Katie!! #tlap
    In reply to @MissKTrier
  • MrsJSweeney Oct 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Jamie...Elementary Principal...hopping in a little late. #TLAP
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: your social media should be a window to the classroom. What’s going on? What are Ss doing? What examples do we have? Discourse? #TLAP
  • kylelaurie Oct 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1 I’ve been encouraging Ts to tweet the good work done in class. Goal...get Ts to have Ss tweet! #tlap
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: @CentralCabotpK4 uses the hashtag #CEunited to share, and we encourage families to use it also. #tlap
  • MarvinByrd Oct 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1 I use the Remind App to send messages to via text students and parents. Love it. #tlap
  • McLane_Ryan Oct 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Cue evil laugh. #tlap
    • Spak_BWE Oct 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT
      Swapping places with @McLane_Ryan tomorrow. I'm sure he won't cause too much trouble in a 45 minute math class...right?!
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Part 2. Roman - I use social media to connect with the world and keep spreading kindness! Kindness is a game changer for education. #tlap
  • AnnickRauch Oct 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Hey #tlap! Wish I could join tonight, but tonight’s not been my night! See you next week!
  • SlaterPBISMN Oct 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1 I post on Twitter and Facebook so that my parents can be present at our school everyday! Parents love a selfie with the principal. #tlap
  • teachNcoffee Oct 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Krystle Smith from Alabama! Using Instagram stories to share cool activities & stories w/ Ps & Ss #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: celebration of learning. #TLAP
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    You do this so well, Bethany!! #tlap
    In reply to @bethhill2829, @CentralCabotpK4
  • agoodin1 Oct 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1 Websites, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, email, Remind 101, Flashing Marquee, phone messaging,etc. #tlap
  • beardsleyteach Oct 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1:When I'm in classrms I take a pic of something awesome & post to Twitter, tagging our school & district handles. Feeds on website #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT
      Q1: What are you doing to effectively connect with families through social media in your role as an educator? #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Next week it is!! #tlap Great to read to your students today!!
    In reply to @AnnickRauch
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Love this #tlap
    • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
      A1: Famlies who visit kids for lunch are encouraged to take selfies and post them to our SM sites! #tlap
  • sbentonteach Oct 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1: I use Bloomz to connect with parents. They love receiving photos of their babies engaged in learning. #tlap
  • wesaquje Oct 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Hello! My name is Jessica and I teach grade 3 in Regina, SK. Canada #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Hi, Krystle!! #tlap
    In reply to @teachNcoffee
  • MrsJSweeney Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1: In the very early stages of school FB page & weekly update videos by students inspired by @TonySinanis #TLAP
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1 Parents need to be part of the learning community, use social media to share learning, share picture, create contest, get involved. #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT
      Q1: What are you doing to effectively connect with families through social media in your role as an educator? #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    You rock...as does your staff, Curtis!! #tlap
    In reply to @SlaterPBISMN
  • Principal_H Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1 we use Twitter and Facebook to share info with parents and the community, Id love to start using @Flipgrid to engage parents #TLAP
  • AnnickRauch Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    The pleasure was all ours, Dave! Thank YOU for making time for us! ☠️☠️ #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • pNabbie Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Use FB to share things going on...shared pics Monster Mash BreakoutEDU on FB tonight! #tlap
  • MsLaurenMertz Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1: Started a FB page, and it's followed more than our Twitter page was. I'll keep sharing in lots of ways. #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT
      Q1: What are you doing to effectively connect with families through social media in your role as an educator? #tlap
  • historycomics Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1 Sharing awesome moments like presenting w/ students at comic cons, reading amazing books, Skyping w/authors https://t.co/KDzdpGMmO7 #tlap
  • The_Groffice Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    I never thought to put our school Twitter feed on our website! Great idea! #tlap
    In reply to @beardsleyteach
  • MissKTrier Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    I use Twitter and Instagram to showcase our experiences of exploring and creating in 1st grade, and we have a class website too! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Welcome, Jessica!! #tlap
    In reply to @wesaquje
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1: As district communications director, Started the school Instagram account & am promoting the good. Started #platorvrocks proj too. #tlap
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1: We share our day so families and community can feel they are a part! #tlap #CEunited
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1: make feedback more direct & immediate. Allowing Ps to see what is going on in my room to make them allies rather than bystanders. #tlap
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Love it! #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      We use the hashtag #blyoumatter to highlight the happenings in the district
      In reply to @bethhill2829, @CentralCabotpK4
  • happy5879 Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Powerful! #kindnessisagamechangerforeducation #tlap
    In reply to @NowakRo
  • Ron_Martiello Oct 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1: Developed YouTube Channel & created family playlist. I give a weekly 2 minute drill of info for families. #tlap https://t.co/FF1V9yj45X
  • CoachArvin Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Q1: We use SM to showcase all the positive experiences taking place in our school everyday. We want parents to see Ss loving learning! #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Q2: Love it or hate it, social media isn't going anywhere. How is your school embracing it & what have been the positive results? #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    This is new to me...I need to check it out! #tlap
    In reply to @sbentonteach
  • wesaquje Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1: Most posts feature pictures of the different things we are learning about. Also posting events outside the classroom. #tlap
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Tyler from MI checking in. APUSH, APWH, APHG, and teacher education! #tlap
  • SlaterPBISMN Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1 We have a Student Twitter Page @Jrwildcatsroar we have positive phone calls home. We have #Wyomimgway #flaspd #tlap
  • bmilla84 Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1: Our families ❤️ FB so that's what I utilize most for my Ps! Daily updates of pics & sharing what we're learning! Ps LOVE it! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Hi, Tyler!! #tlap
    In reply to @GeorgeHistory
  • shannon_dobson Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Shannon from NC #tlap
  • MsLaurenMertz Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    What a great idea! #tlap
    In reply to @bethhill2829
  • JV_lack Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1 Allow though it’s blocked, our district has both a FB and Twitter account where events and highlights are posted...super confusing #tlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Hey! I made it! Constructing trunk or treat items, but taking time out for some #tlap !
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • hartel30 Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    John from STL 3rd gr T jumping in a bit late #tlap
  • MissKTrier Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1: I use Twitter and Instagram to showcase our experiences of exploring and creating in 1st grade, and we have a class website too! #tlap
  • teachNcoffee Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1: I use @remind101 to remind & update on school stuff, but don't want to bombard families with texts. #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21, @remind101
  • woodard_julie Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1- jumping in late- i use REMIND - parents and I love it and I leave the response open so parents can text back-super easy-useful #TLAP
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Parents are on Facebook more than Twitter! Great way to connect with families! #tlap
    In reply to @MsLaurenMertz
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: I share out digital citizenship information on our SM sites, and encourage Ts to model promoting the positive on SM. #tlap
  • Rdene915 Oct 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    @Flipgrid is a great tool to use for communicating w/parents as well #tlap :)
    In reply to @Principal_H, @Flipgrid, @Flipgrid
  • Ron_Martiello Oct 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Always good to be here. #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • KMSnodgrass Oct 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1: Our school district's hashtag #yorkdukes is highly followed by our families, so that's my go to for social media! #TLAP
  • shannon_dobson Oct 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1- blogs and live from the classroom posts... #tlap
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1: routinely tweet updates, pictures, and videos from the class. My Padlet is linked and emailed/tweeted weekly with a full schedule #tlap
  • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1: We use #discosmhs to share out all the awesome stuff happening in our Discovery SLC @smedfordhs #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Love it, Katie!! #tlap
    In reply to @MissKTrier
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1: tweeting out videos and pics of what we're doing throughout the day, asking for voting in class competitions, being accessible #tlap
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1: My families get connected Day 1 with twitter... with As and Ts! Awesome way to see what Ss are rocking out in classroom👊💥#tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT
      Q1: What are you doing to effectively connect with families through social media in your role as an educator? #tlap
  • Rdene915 Oct 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    @bloomzapp has really changed over the past few yrs, many great features for Ts, Ps and Ss #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @sbentonteach, @BloomzApp
  • teachNcoffee Oct 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1: I have a public teacher Insta that my middle school Ss can follow.I post teacher things, videos & happies. That's there social app #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    I'll miss your virtual smile in my feed, Annick, but completely understand! We are carving/designing pumpkins as I type! #tlap
    In reply to @AnnickRauch
  • Principal_H Oct 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1 trying to revise Photo policy to make it easier for staff to post pics from the classroom /share info on social media #TLAP
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Yes!! Love both of these, Shannon! #tlap
    In reply to @shannon_dobson
  • AnnickRauch Oct 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    And an amazing introduction it is!!! ☠️🔥 #InnovatorsMindset #tlap #IMMOOC
    In reply to @Mo_physics, @burgessdave, @gcouros, @TaraMartinEDU, @nankr1120, @burgess_shelley, @wenders88, @tishrich, @aaron_hogan, @katiemartinedu, @KathiSueSummers
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Allows parents & school community to keep up with district happenings on a daily basis #tlap
  • MsLaurenMertz Oct 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    That's what I've encountered too. I wonder about Instagram. #tlap
    In reply to @acottos
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: When we share positive things on SM and involve our kids, we are modeling what we expect from them and other adults. #tlap
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: it's a slow process to embrace social media, but the results have been positive. Sharing our story helps connect us to community. #tlap
  • digitalsandbox1 Oct 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Top story:Future Leaders and Tech Tools Dave Burgess on Twitter: "#tlap is at 8… https://t.co/ERO2AtjsuY, see more https://t.co/uirSRLwdn3
  • itsmeSpiri Oct 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Say whaaaaat? Why block ...and yet, use it? #tlap
    In reply to @JV_lack
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    #tlap We also have students who have decorated rocks and hidden around campus to showcase with the hashtag #blrocks
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    This is so important! #tlap
    In reply to @Principal_H
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Thanks, Mike and Annick! #tlap #InnovatorsMindset
    In reply to @AnnickRauch, @Mo_physics, @gcouros, @TaraMartinEDU, @nankr1120, @burgess_shelley, @wenders88, @tishrich, @aaron_hogan, @katiemartinedu, @KathiSueSummers
  • woodard_julie Oct 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A1 sharing with parents / peers on Twitter like today 😉#TLAP
  • huels_ryan Oct 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2 Social media helps accentuate the positives instantly and in multiple forms. We share our story with stakeholders daily #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    We embrace using it daily to share upcoming events, & incorporate students creativity into our posts to highlight the district #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    I use Instagram in my classroom! It gets lots of love from Ps and Ss. #tlap
    In reply to @MsLaurenMertz, @acottos
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    Cool idea!! #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • SlaterPBISMN Oct 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    #A2 Put your parent hat on and ask yourself how can I stay connect with my school and MAKE IT happen #flipgrid @PeriscopeCo #tlap
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    Our admin has started posting some of the tweets on the school fb page so that's in both places for parents who are using either #tlap
    In reply to @acottos, @MsLaurenMertz
  • bmilla84 Oct 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: We have a school FB & twitter page! Use it to tell OUR story & promote the awesome things taking place at school! Check us out! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    Yes!! This will be so helpful! #tlap
    In reply to @Principal_H
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    Instagram I notice is still more kids. They do like to see themselves, but it's great for school spirit contests at sporting events! #tlap
    In reply to @MsLaurenMertz
  • McLane_Ryan Oct 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    Instagram is growing. I’d devote more time on that than Twitter. #tlap
    In reply to @MsLaurenMertz, @acottos
  • SFMSBen Oct 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: People recognizing the effort we are putting in to share the awesomeness of the Ss and staff @SouthForsythMS #tlap
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    RT Q2? #tlap
  • Toups_J Oct 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    #tlap A1 I am blessed to bring my #Believe moto to #GRHS #FridayNightLights #BigDeal when kids get pic with #Believe sign.
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2: Keeping the communication open and transparent about the power of social media, and using it to inspire and celebrate. #tlap
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2 Social media needs to be embraced. Let's use it for positive! Share, spread kindness, transform learning. Let the light shine! #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
      Q2: Love it or hate it, social media isn't going anywhere. How is your school embracing it & what have been the positive results? #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    I totally agree!! So Important to model!! #tlap
    • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT
      A2: When we share positive things on SM and involve our kids, we are modeling what we expect from them and other adults. #tlap
  • Principal_H Oct 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2 Ive set up a school Facebook page and Twitter account in every district I’ve been an administrator at - great way to tell you story #TLAP
  • wesaquje Oct 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2: Our school has a Twitter account, as well as individual teachers. It is awesome to showcase all of the great things happening. #tlap
  • gdorn1 Oct 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2. Ss utilizing it in the classroom for some of their projects. Sharing pics to show things taking place involoving Ss. #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Good Stuff! #tlap
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Yes! Our school uses #dvmscelebrates the district #323learns and many of us have our own. Mine is #mrscfordgamifies #tlap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2 When anything is used for positive, when you share accomplishments, parents are on board & appreciate. Build a strong partnership #tlap
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Love this! Such joy in finding the hidden rocks! #tlap #rvarocks #blrocks
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • TynansClass Oct 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A1: @Seesaw is like a class Facebook 4 learning! #tlap Make It Easy for Students and Parents to Sign up With Seesaw https://t.co/pNuVT3P3P7
  • lauriesmcintosh Oct 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2: After seeing @gcouros we adapted our @FATHER_LACOMBE page. A handle is for info but our hashtag creates COMMUNITY! #tlap #flcschool
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Great ?! They can share on our FB page, tag us on Twitter, or email them to me! #tlap
    • karenweirsmith Oct 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT
      How do they post to the school’s sites? Is there a person to whom they send the selfies?
      In reply to @bethhill2829
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2: almost all of our staff has a classroom Twitter. Groups and athletics all do too. Parents LOVE it! All admin encourages it too. #tlap
  • bmilla84 Oct 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2b: Embracing SM allows you to be in control of your school's narrative! Tell Your Own Story! If you don't... someone else will! #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2: We are using Twitter, FB, Instagram and more to help promote what’s going on in our school. Our #EveryBraveEveryDay! #TLAP
  • SlaterPBISMN Oct 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2 You know that you teacher PD around #tlap is impacting students when they build a project around the concept!
  • JV_lack Oct 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    #tlap I’m making the best of it and trying to be encouraging but sometimes you just have to laugh
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri
  • Principal_H Oct 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    You need to follow this Rockstar teacher @dynamicduda338 to see how she uses it #TLAP
    In reply to @sbentonteach, @Rdene915, @Flipgrid, @DynamicDuda338
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    We gave QR codes at back to school night for our Twitter account. #tlap
    In reply to @nankr1120
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    #tlap Instagram is extremely powerful to reach students on a daily basis, can share your message to start day off right
  • The_Groffice Oct 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    We started branding our school this year by using #ownyourimpact The first change is getting Ts connected to others around the world. #tlap
  • CoachArvin Oct 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Q2: It gives us an easy way to showcase our story to our community. It allows us to engage globally! #tlap
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2: We use Twitter, FB, Instagram, and YouTube. If I could toggle back and forth between Snapchat accounts, we would have that too! #tlap
  • drjonesie17 Oct 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2: Our Staff has been reading about social media in #ShiftThis & tweeting their insight & building their own PLNs. Powerful learning! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    This is one of my favorite ideas in #YourSchoolRocks!! #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    I created a bi-monthly scavenger hunt with my #platorvrocks and it’s a big hit! #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • woodard_julie Oct 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2 Love it 💜 curriculum chats, district pages, we are growing #TLAP
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Partnership helps to build culture and allow people get to better know the school #tlap
    • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
      A2 When anything is used for positive, when you share accomplishments, parents are on board & appreciate. Build a strong partnership #tlap
  • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2: Our school uses @SMHS_Pride to share out! Each SLC has a # that they post too as well! #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Q3: How have you used video for students to demonstrate mastery, or how have you used video to allow students to share your story #tlap
  • kylelaurie Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A2 Our superintendent, @BravesSupt is a huge proponent of Twitter to spread good work at school. We use #CanandaiguaProud hashtag! #tlap
  • Toups_J Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    #tlap A2 Use social media to SHOWCASE the kids! Schools are ALL ABOUT THE KIDS! Go to their events and promote them! #kidsdeserveit
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A2: WE ARE IN IT TO WIN IT! 🔥 School has opened “doors” wide and are no longer living in fear! #trust Building relationSHIPS! #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
      Q2: Love it or hate it, social media isn't going anywhere. How is your school embracing it & what have been the positive results? #tlap
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    I'm fortunate enough to have access, so if Ts send me stuff I can post it, but we do have a PR person! #tlap
    In reply to @bethhill2829
  • huels_ryan Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A2 @Storify is a great tool to capture social media highlights. I email a weekly storify to all families celebrating the week #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A3: We use Instagram videos so parents can hear Ss discussions that are going on in the classroom. It also helps me to reflect. #tlap
  • KristinaSDavid Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    #tlap A2: I can't speak for a specific school but ever since I embraced the idea of tech in the classroom the possibilities have had no end
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A2: Our state department, @ArkansasEd and our Commisioner, @JohnnyKey_AR are very active on SM and celebrate our schools. They model! #tlap
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Would love to know more about your scavenger hunt! Do you provide clues or let people know on a certain day to find them? #tlap
    In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura, @Ericlowe21
  • MissKTrier Oct 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2:We have embraced social media! We’re on Voxer,Twitter, and Instagram!Sharing, liking, asking questions!It’s amazing to be a part of.#tlap
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3 Video is a most powerful tool. Build confidence & share their story beyond your walls. Model learning & growth mindset. Have fun. #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
      Q3: How have you used video for students to demonstrate mastery, or how have you used video to allow students to share your story #tlap
  • GSmit4Character Oct 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2: A leader using SM should never pass on the opportunity to say something positive about your school and/or education #TLap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    You ain’t kidding. Keep fighting the good fight. This is awesome. #tlap
    In reply to @Principal_H
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Such a powerful tool to know you have a captive audience & can speak to so many students each day, social media gives you a superpower #tlap
  • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3: St create promo trailers & commercials for their food trucks using imovie for Amazing Food Truck Race. #gamification #xplap #tlap
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2: many Ts are writing school and T hashtags on boards in rooms for Ss to stay connected; 6th grade formed IG account #tlap
  • drjonesie17 Oct 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    And tell your school story the way you want it to be told #tlap
    In reply to @NowakRo
  • shannon_dobson Oct 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3- readers theater, social emotional learning by video cooperative groups and Ss give feedback #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Bottomline...don't like the public narrative on edu? You can complain...or you can compete! https://t.co/b41TZVe4He #tlap #YourSchoolRocks
  • itsmeSpiri Oct 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Hang in there James, miss you my friend... I'll laugh with ya 😂😂😂😂 #tlap
    In reply to @JV_lack
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: video in the class is a must. APUSH will be presenting Period IV newscasts tomorrow! I'll tweet links (all on my YouTube page) #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Students love video and ability to promote news while having fun and being creative in the process #tlap
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A2: Our YouTube channel has a playlist for the Central Tribe News Network, operated by our kids and produced daily! #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    This is a powerful statement! I bet opening those doors is generating energy and excitement #tlap
    • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
      A2: WE ARE IN IT TO WIN IT! 🔥 School has opened “doors” wide and are no longer living in fear! #trust Building relationSHIPS! #tlap
      • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
        Q2: Love it or hate it, social media isn't going anywhere. How is your school embracing it & what have been the positive results? #tlap
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: still not used to video yet, but at another school we put together e-portfolios of their speeches so they could see progress! #tlap
  • Principal_H Oct 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    I always try to fight the good fight, but some days it sucks the life out of me ( I keep trying though) #TLAP
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • poorroops08 Oct 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A1: Our HS created a YouTube channel with a weekly ‘behind the scenes’ type program trying to highlight a group, team, coach, student. #tlap
  • agoodin1 Oct 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A2 JPS has embraced it! Benefit is a more informed community and students that are so proud when their hard work is showcased.#tlap
  • sbentonteach Oct 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A2: My school is slowly trying to purchase class sets of Chromebooks for every classroom. I can’t wait until it is my turn to get them!#tlap
  • MrsJSweeney Oct 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A1: We are also starting to use and encourage our families to use our school hashtag #WestCarthageES #TLAP
  • The_Groffice Oct 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    That's the stage we are at ...modeling SM awesomeness! I love seeing the doors that have opened and risks Ts are taking as a result! #tlap
    In reply to @bethhill2829, @ArkansasEd, @JohnnyKey_AR
  • JayBilly2 Oct 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3:I use @SmorePages to do weekly newsletters. It has easy to install videos which I share from my YouTube channel. Ps love seeing Ss #tlap
  • Toups_J Oct 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    #tlap A2 Decorate your room with the kids of the school. #BigDeal to get on the #BelieveSelfie wall! #kidsdeserveit
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: #PBL has lit the fire 🔥 under video creation... #voice #choice gravitates towards #YouTube authentic audience for Ss #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
      Q3: How have you used video for students to demonstrate mastery, or how have you used video to allow students to share your story #tlap
  • Ron_Martiello Oct 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A2: Many of our schools in the district have Twitter pages. Facebook pages are starting to emerge as well. #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Share the positives! #tlap #yourschoolrocks
  • wesaquje Oct 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: I use video to record students when they read their sight words or books. We can create reading goals after viewing together. #tlap
  • andersonab89 Oct 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Hi! I am currently getting my MAT in early childhood while working as an assistant in 4K! #conversechat #tlap
  • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A2: Ss created #foodsnaps of cream puffs today. Helpp me try out voting feature on padlet! Vote for your favs! https://t.co/g6wfUPvzAi #tlap
  • twoguysde Oct 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: @WeVideo is the easiestway for your students to record, annotate, and voice over to show their work...Portfolios using videos! #TLap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    If you don't tell it, someone else will, we must control the narrative #tlap
    • drjonesie17 Oct 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT
      And tell your school story the way you want it to be told #tlap
      In reply to @NowakRo
  • KristinaSDavid Oct 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    #tlap A3: I haven't used video yet but my ed tech professor posts videos on our Microsoft teams account as a means to further instruction
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    @jimmypack you’ve been saying this for quite a while now! Great minds think alike… Don’t like how public EDU looks? Lets change it! #tlap
  • MenaHillEdu Oct 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Jumping SOO LATE! #tlap
  • bmilla84 Oct 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: LOVE using @Flipgrid & @Seesaw to highlight S learning & allowing them to share their voice! Digital portfolios!! #tlap
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3.2: but we do have great green screen technology that I want to tap into this year!!! Need to figure out the right project for it! #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    We have embraced the use of video, & the video newsletter is powerful #tlap https://t.co/VxAPXZhro6
  • MsLaurenMertz Oct 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3: I have used video to share directly with parents (via email) to show mastery. Need to have Ss tell our story more. #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
      Q3: How have you used video for students to demonstrate mastery, or how have you used video to allow students to share your story #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    #tlap We have begun to use our own school You Tube channel for content as well
  • JV_lack Oct 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Miss you too Spiri #tlap It will happen this year 🙌🤘
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3: We use YouTube to produce infomercials about happenings in our school. Great way for Ss to contribute and for us to spread info! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Hi, Mena!! #tlap
    In reply to @MenaHillEdu
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    That’s what it is all about, my friend. The struggles make everything worth it in the end. Plus, we are fighting for our future gen. #tlap
    In reply to @Principal_H
  • MenaHillEdu Oct 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Hello, Dave!!! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • huels_ryan Oct 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3 Love using students to create a news bulletin video instead of a boring paper newsletter. They do a better job than I do anyway #tlap
  • gdorn1 Oct 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3. Yes, I've used video in proj. having Ss summ. what they've learned in their exp. and had them ans. quest. what if? beyond exp! #tlap
  • andersonab89 Oct 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A1 I am planning on using Instagram, twitter, and class blog to keep parents included on experiences #tlap #converschat
  • kylelaurie Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3 Tech like Chromebooks make Ss creating video easy, using apps like @Flipgrid or others. #tlap
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3 @Flipgrid is a great way to get many video responses. Download them and then create a quick flowing video to share on YouTube. #tlap
  • TynansClass Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A2: We are able to highlight the wonderful things going no on in our public schools using Twitter and Facebook! @WeGoPublic #tlap
  • woodard_julie Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3 we make video of messages/Mission Satements/ our curriculum/ lots and lots of video #TLAP
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Love creating our own infomercials to showcase the school #tlap
    • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT
      A3: We use YouTube to produce infomercials about happenings in our school. Great way for Ss to contribute and for us to spread info! #tlap
  • lauriesmcintosh Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3: We ❤️ to make iMovie & @ChatterPixIt videos to demonstrate knowledge & share w/ our school at assemblies https://t.co/n6DI8ci9SA #tlap
  • MelissaCAdkins Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Better late than never, right? Melissa from Mississippi finally joining in tonight! #tlap
  • The_Groffice Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Goal is Smore for Ps! Currently at the T level. Need to stop waiting for more to connect & take advantage of those who have already. #tlap
    In reply to @JayBilly2, @SmorePages
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    We need to be trusted and in turn trust others... WE GOT THIS! #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • agoodin1 Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3 Flipgrid, IMovie, GarageBand, Padlet, Bookcreator, etc. are great ways to showcase learning. #tlap
  • JayBilly2 Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3: I also use the YouTube channel to do read alouds for the Ss when they are on vacations or snow days. Connecting with Ss and Lit #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3 Use screencastify to allow the Ss to tell the Ps what we’re learning about! Ss make presentation, record themselves, post to G site #tlap
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3: We have our YouTube channel on our Twitter homepage. #tlap #CEunited
  • ByrneLearning Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    The Mid-Hudson Valley lies squarely between the locations of these Washington Irving tales! Hunter Mtn: North & Sleepy Hollow: South #tlap
  • MarisaEThompson Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3. Prereading, research, analysis, vocab collide! Groups creating informational videos which prove mastery and practice soft skills! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Hi, Melissa!! #tlap Mississippi in the house!
    In reply to @MelissaCAdkins
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Do you use this often for videos in class? #tlap
    In reply to @kylelaurie, @Flipgrid
  • twoguysde Oct 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Video limits this⬇️⬇️⬇️ And we need to limit this!!!! ⬇️⬇️⬇️😂😂😂 #tlap
  • MissKTrier Oct 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3:I am still learning more about video, @The_Groffice introduced us to Flipgrid and has challenged us to get Ss recording too!#tlap
  • MenaHillEdu Oct 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3: @AdobeSpark Video is great! Super user friendly w/link to share #tlap
  • lsrodgerspe Oct 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Good evening everyone. Elementary PE teacher Matt from Michigan here. Working on expanding my twitter game to promote my program. #tlap
  • Toups_J Oct 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    #tlap A3 Test Review video STARRING THE KIDS! #precious that I have this to always remember these kids by. https://t.co/6Ym6hkVZYE
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Going to check it out! #tlap
    • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
      A3 @Flipgrid is a great way to get many video responses. Download them and then create a quick flowing video to share on YouTube. #tlap
  • McLane_Ryan Oct 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    If you are just starting, start slow. If not you’ll feel overwhelmed and hate it. #tlap.
    In reply to @andersonab89
  • JayBilly2 Oct 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    I do weekly Smores with pics and messages and videos. They love seeing their kids in action #tlap
    • The_Groffice Oct 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT
      Goal is Smore for Ps! Currently at the T level. Need to stop waiting for more to connect & take advantage of those who have already. #tlap
      In reply to @JayBilly2, @SmorePages
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    I have GOT to explore @adobespark more. I have G-O-T to do it. #tlap
    In reply to @MenaHillEdu, @AdobeSpark, @AdobeSpark
  • Mo_physics Oct 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3: studentsuse @explainevrythng to create screencasts to demonstrate mastery of outcomes. It is powerful demonstration of learning #tlap
  • AggieSalterITS Oct 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Late Aggie from wi #tlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Yes! Plus 1 S winner, 1 Community winner, & 1 Staff winner. Posted after school on SM & must use selfie +#platorvrocks to win. #tlap
    In reply to @tamaraletter, @Ericlowe21
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Our Gr4 Ss are learning about the Chesapeake Bay and creating green screen PSA commercials for tips on how to Save the Bay! #tlap
    In reply to @acottos
  • The_Groffice Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    This week's assignment is having a S take a flipgrid video for you! Can't wait to see them! #tlap #kidsdeserveit
    In reply to @MissKTrier
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Q4: What ways are you and your teachers using social media to hook your students? #tlap
  • andersonab89 Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    I am excited to hear about other tech tools for the classroom via educators & chats like this #tlap #conversechat
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    This is super cool, Mike!! #tlap
    In reply to @Mo_physics, @explainevrythng
  • woodard_julie Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3we are making video about American culture to upload to a shared folder with two collaborators in Brazil who are making video for us #TLAP
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Hi, Aggie!! Good to see you!! #tlap
    In reply to @AggieSalterITS
  • KatieAnn_76 Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Top story: Dave Burgess on Twitter: "#tlap is at 8CST tonight! Join #YourSchoolhttps://t.co/FHVvYUULiV, see more https://t.co/LlWv0n2yqr
  • teachNcoffee Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A2: we've had a pretty bad wrap with SM & some negative news over the past 3 years-ideas on how to get admin back on board? #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • Mo_physics Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3: we are loving Flipgridfor collaboration #tlap https://t.co/f5s1B1xndR
  • The_Groffice Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    I'm going to make it happen! Thanks @JayBilly2 for the inspiration! #tlap
    In reply to @JayBilly2, @JayBilly2
  • tonnet Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Top story: Dave Burgess on Twitter: "#tlap is at 8CST tonight! Join #YourSchoolhttps://t.co/WkVZMTjDFV, see more https://t.co/zFD5O2Ul5b
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4: Ss love having their work showcased on any social media! Everyone loves to be recognized. #tlap
  • kylelaurie Oct 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    I’m a TI, but I’ve helped several teachers use it in class. It’s great! #tlap
    In reply to @GeorgeHistory, @Flipgrid
  • sbentonteach Oct 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A3: I plan to have students use Seesaw to create portfolios for student-led conferences. #tlap
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    That's awesome!!! Would love to see some! So many wonderful ideas! #tlap
    In reply to @tamaraletter
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Ohhhhh, I love the idea of joining all those videos together then posting on YouTube... now my wheels are spinning! Thanks, friend! #tlap
    In reply to @NowakRo, @Flipgrid
  • MarisaEThompson Oct 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A2. Empowering teachers to empower students! Reminding teachers why they became teachers! #tlap
  • drjonesie17 Oct 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A3: We have our own News Network & Ss write segments & interview staff & Ss about important events. We also use @Flipgrid often #tlap
  • GladstarGTSchl Oct 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Top story: Dave Burgess on Twitter: "#tlap is at 8CST tonight! Join #YourSchoolhttps://t.co/YxLq7YTxHB, see more https://t.co/yWHxXfIjzH
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4: my colleague and I had a district-wide Constitution Day chat with all the students and staff! It was awesome! #tlap
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A3: use @Flipgrid to record responses to show comprehension + speaking and listening skills. Are able to watch together as a class #tlap
  • MelissaCAdkins Oct 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A2: I have a couple of kindergarten classes with class Instagram accounts. The parents have embraced! #tlap
  • Principal_H Oct 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    @explainevrythng is an awesome app- teachers love to use it in class #TLAP
    In reply to @Mo_physics, @explainevrythng, @explainevrythng
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Some of our educators use Recap because it is free compared to Flipgrid #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4: Social media is a great way to use the Teaser Hook to build anticipation, buzz, & mystery! Pre-heat the grill!! #tlap
  • SlaterPBISMN Oct 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A3 HEY #tlap GANG. You have to get your staff and students #flipgrid it is a “HOOK” for learning for all!
  • Rdene915 Oct 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A3 Ss used @Flipgrid to connect w/Ss in Argentina for our #pbl #globaled through @edmodo & taught lessons w/ @EDpuzzle @educreations #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21, @Flipgrid, @edmodo, @EDpuzzle, @educreations
  • teachNcoffee Oct 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A3: I want a weekly news show so BAD @ school! Not sure how to start since I teach 5 HYs! Ss love video editing! #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    I use app IFTTT (If This Than That)! It allows you to create recipes, so you can post to one site and it will go out to all of them! #tlap
    • MrsJSweeney Oct 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT
      How do you manage all of the posts?
      In reply to @bethhill2829
  • KMSnodgrass Oct 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A2: Our school rocks social media! #yorkdukes is on t-shirts, coach bus, etc. Teachers use it, parents use it, students use it! #TLAP
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
      Q2: Love it or hate it, social media isn't going anywhere. How is your school embracing it & what have been the positive results? #tlap
  • KristinaSDavid Oct 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    #tlap A4: I have recently been delving into the world of QR codes. They can be used to create scavenger hunts, worksheets, and more.
  • CoachArvin Oct 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Q4: As an admin, I love catching Ss being awesome, Tweeting it, and then showing them. They love when I say, "You're on the internet!" #tlap
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Now that is a feature that I would LOVE. What the length they are restricted to? #tlap
    In reply to @tamaraletter, @NowakRo, @Flipgrid
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Ss met once on Fri in small group rotations to start mapping it out, but meeting again with them this week! Will post link when done! #tlap
    In reply to @acottos
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4: DAILY Challenge to level up learning to win the tweet...they follow my feed and know the connections to #tlap #IMMOOC 👊💥POWERFUL! #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
      Q4: What ways are you and your teachers using social media to hook your students? #tlap
  • Ron_Martiello Oct 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A3: Have used @RecapThat for Ss to communicate their learning. I use essential questions from the lesson to guide their response. #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
      Q3: How have you used video for students to demonstrate mastery, or how have you used video to allow students to share your story #tlap
  • KentPolen Oct 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Super chat tonight. Great to see so many ppl willing to step out of their comfort zone to meet Ss and families in their comfort zone #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Teachers demonstrate classroom learning interactively through social media #tlap
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A3 Love using Explain Everything Students answer a math problem or model/explain thinking. Then I offer feedback. Share with parents. #tlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4: Not a lot of Ts on Twitter yet, but using Facebook to keep parents in loop & promote good. I do it a lot with school accounts.. #tlap
  • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4: Ss love when I share out their #foodsnaps! Vote for your fav from each column on this padlet! https://t.co/g6wfUPvzAi #tlap #xplap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Love it! #yorkdukes SWAG!! #tlap I want some!
    In reply to @KMSnodgrass
  • drjonesie17 Oct 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4: We use our You Tube channel to broadcast exciting & Creative events going on at school. Ss love seeing their peers report the news #tlap
  • MarisaEThompson Oct 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Marisa, HS English, Carlsbad Ca #tlap
  • lsrodgerspe Oct 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A3: As a PE teacher, I use video feedback as an intervention tool for Ss who are struggling with sport specific skills. #tlap
  • KMSnodgrass Oct 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Q3: Love using video! Loom is a fun newer tool! I also use Recap videos often, love them at PTC! #TLAP
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
      Q3: How have you used video for students to demonstrate mastery, or how have you used video to allow students to share your story #tlap
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Love this!!! And your creative genius fabulousness!! 🙌 just saying #tlap
    In reply to @Mo_physics, @explainevrythng
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Put it in the hands of students & trust them, you will be surprised where it goes #tlap
    In reply to @teachNcoffee
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4: Ss know I'm active on social media, so last year we connected with a class in Australia! They always wanted to know if we talked! #tlap
  • drjonesie17 Oct 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Awesome idea! #tlap
    In reply to @GeorgeHistory
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    This makes me feel better! I’ve had it on my “to explore” list for way too long now. #tlap
    In reply to @MenaHillEdu, @AdobeSpark
  • Rdene915 Oct 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Me too, so glad I figured out how to use it and thankful that @jbretzmann let me knw I kept adding him to some list, #badatrecipes #tlap
    In reply to @bethhill2829, @jbretzmann
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Digital bulletin board! Check mine out: https://t.co/WaR5rIvjML #tlap
    In reply to @coachaldridge
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Show how other schools Ts and Ss are using to build relationships in school and in community. Have plan how you'd like do same thing. #tlap
    In reply to @teachNcoffee, @Ericlowe21
  • AggieSalterITS Oct 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    a4 my ss also created iMovies and podcasts that were broadcasted ss love #globalaudience #tlap and what a great way 2create digital tattoo
  • gdorn1 Oct 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A4. Last year we had the Ss make silly commercials for the Red Carpet Awards Event! #tlap
  • teachNcoffee Oct 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    I love posting hints to a lesson or close ups of what I'm planning on Insta stories to create anticipation. They'll DM ideas #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • steph_frosch Oct 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Don’t forget your broomsticks tomorrow. Every edu deserves a medal for showing up on 10/31 🎃👻🎃 #tlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    That’s me! A @RecapThat girl! I ❤️ free! #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21, @RecapThat
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    So cool! Can I join your class??? #tlap
    In reply to @tamaraletter
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Very Cool, I love using snaps and bitmoji's to engage students #tlap
  • MsLaurenMertz Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    I haven't done many videos, but I use it ALL the time to make graphics for our FB page and blog graphics. #tlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @MenaHillEdu, @AdobeSpark
  • AggieSalterITS Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    https://t.co/GaGPvMDD2D #TLAP
  • teachNcoffee Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    I had students create SnapAds for Ancient China & send via Remind! They LOVED it! Thanks for idea! #tlap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • andersonab89 Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Im a future teacher but plan to have ways for parents to check on class experiences via blogs/sites #tlap #conversechat
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4 Use it to hook students the night before. Post pics with challenges, riddles, mysteries. Teaser videos, music & more. #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
      Q4: What ways are you and your teachers using social media to hook your students? #tlap
  • Mo_physics Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4: nothing better than asking for a student’s twitter handle when you want to share something amazing the did in class #tlap like this
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    I like posting content related (TJ's greatest achievement, DTM levels) as well as random polls (greatest Halloween movie) as a BR #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Showcasing learning while allowing students to have fun, and ability to be creative #tlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    We love it too! #tlap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Love that! So awesome! #tlap
    In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura, @Ericlowe21
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    I usually use @canva for infographics for my blog! #tlap
    In reply to @MsLaurenMertz, @MenaHillEdu, @AdobeSpark, @canva
  • jefferson_first Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Y'all did a great job! #oklaed #tlap
  • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4: I've shared out clues about course content on Twitter and given XP to students who figured them out. #tlap
  • The_Groffice Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    What a great idea! @Paulsonin5thBES @Withers_in_5th I think our 5th graders would eat this up! #tlap
    In reply to @teachNcoffee, @Ericlowe21, @Paulsonin5thBES, @Withers_in_5th
  • MenaHillEdu Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Me too! Love it as a teaching tool! Use those for my PD presentations! #tlap
    In reply to @MsLaurenMertz, @Stella_Pollard, @AdobeSpark
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4: I work with littles, but we use our school blog to encourage kids to write for a real audience! It is just getting started. #tlap
  • bmilla84 Oct 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4: Ss love when I share their learning & photos on SM!! It's always fun to pull it up & share w/ class! #tlap
  • agoodin1 Oct 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4 Twitter challenge was a big hook along with the booksnaps. #tlap
  • woodard_julie Oct 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    L🌕VE this !! 👻#TLAP
    • steph_frosch Oct 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT
      Don’t forget your broomsticks tomorrow. Every edu deserves a medal for showing up on 10/31 🎃👻🎃 #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Will Check out Loom! #tlap
    • KMSnodgrass Oct 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
      Q3: Love using video! Loom is a fun newer tool! I also use Recap videos often, love them at PTC! #TLAP
      • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
        Q3: How have you used video for students to demonstrate mastery, or how have you used video to allow students to share your story #tlap
  • Mo_physics Oct 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Back at you! #tlap
    In reply to @nankr1120, @explainevrythng
  • jbretzmann Oct 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Felt really loved there for awhile. #TooManyNotifications :) #tlap
    In reply to @Rdene915, @bethhill2829
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Do you use the free version? How does the paid work? Teacher or district fee? #tlap
    In reply to @tamaraletter, @NowakRo, @Flipgrid
  • MsLaurenMertz Oct 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Check it out. I use @AdobeSpark more. #tlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @MenaHillEdu, @AdobeSpark, @canva, @AdobeSpark
  • KMSnodgrass Oct 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4: Just read the Instant Relevance book! Social media makes content instantly relevant. Writing Prompts, AoW, Questions...PERFECT! ! #TLAP
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
      Q4: What ways are you and your teachers using social media to hook your students? #tlap
  • JustMewborn Oct 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A1: We are using Google Hangouts to connect our middle school students with high school students to discuss transition #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT
      Q1: What are you doing to effectively connect with families through social media in your role as an educator? #tlap
  • AggieSalterITS Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A4 do book study or exit slips #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Q5: How can we create better partnerships with families to avoid the feeling of us vs them? #tlap
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Come on in! We have LOTS of space in our Innovation Lab! Always something new to explore or create! #tlap
    In reply to @MarisaEThompson, @acottos
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    With the paid version, go up to 5 minutes. So much flexibility. School should invest. #tlap
    In reply to @GeorgeHistory, @tamaraletter, @Flipgrid
  • TynansClass Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A4: I have my 👨‍🎓👩‍🎓create twitter polls to hook them into reading lessons! #tlap
  • andersonab89 Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    its important for parents to see & also want to have links to the tools used if want to use at home #tlap #conversechat
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • teachNcoffee Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    I like the riddle idea! #tlap
    In reply to @NowakRo
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Love Canva and Pic Collage #tlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @MsLaurenMertz, @MenaHillEdu, @AdobeSpark, @canva
  • JayBilly2 Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A4:Here is a great resource from @alicekeeler Classroom Twitter acct. https://t.co/GFVaQxwSgL Kids can tweet from one acct you monitor #tlap
  • huels_ryan Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A4 #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay is a great hook for recognizing positive behaviors #tlap
  • Mo_physics Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    I really want to get on the green screen screen #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A5: Stop fueling the fire. Have an open door, respond to their emails, make positive calls home! #tlap
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Canva is awesome! I do the same! #tlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @MsLaurenMertz, @MenaHillEdu, @AdobeSpark, @canva
  • MissKTrier Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A4:The Ss think it’s so cool when I share pics, selfies, and videos of awesome happenings in our room! I say they’re going “viral”! #tlap
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Does the district have to have a license? Or a single teacher account for all of their classes? #tlap
    In reply to @NowakRo, @tamaraletter, @Flipgrid
  • AggieSalterITS Oct 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    @ERTOlson had all her staff in Twitter for PD #tlap yay Liz!
  • teachNcoffee Oct 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    I trust them. It's admin's fear of comments that blocks a school use. #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • JustMewborn Oct 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A2: We use social media as a tool to celebrate student success through our the community. #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
      Q2: Love it or hate it, social media isn't going anywhere. How is your school embracing it & what have been the positive results? #tlap
  • hartel30 Oct 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4: Just getn started w/ this but Ss see a real large audience whn post stories to Twitter; via #booksnaps or connect via @Flipgrid #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A5: Be so good to their child that their child has to go home everyday and tell them how AMAZING you are. #tlap
  • myrondueck Oct 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    They are a lot of fun. Movement, place-based learning, community. Enjoy the process. #tlap
    In reply to @KristinaSDavid, @burgessdave
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4: ask PLN to help Ss gain XP by guessing or voting. Did this w Play-Doh hyperboles. Ss wanted to see comments from people guessing! #tlap
  • drjonesie17 Oct 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Love this creativity! #tlap https://t.co/bFBZv5MpNh
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
      Showcasing learning while allowing students to have fun, and ability to be creative #tlap
  • sbentonteach Oct 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4: YouTube videos are always great ways to hook students at the beginning of a lesson! #tlap
  • andersonab89 Oct 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    they are trying to adapt and embrace more, but bless it #tlap #conversechat
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • Ron_Martiello Oct 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4: YouTube is most popular. Using Ss knowledge of YouTube to research and evaluate relavant resources. Working toward Ss producing. #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
      Q4: What ways are you and your teachers using social media to hook your students? #tlap
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    There is a @Flipgrid teacher package, a classroom package, a school package. Versatile depending on school objectives. #tlap
    In reply to @GeorgeHistory, @tamaraletter, @Flipgrid, @Flipgrid
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    I use the free version so Ts can see just how much I CAN do with Flipgrid without a fee! #tlap
    In reply to @GeorgeHistory, @NowakRo, @Flipgrid
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5: involve them. School is a web of connections, not a linear function I just sent out a survey to my parents about tech and comm #tlap
  • kylelaurie Oct 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Hey, #CanandaiguaProud Ts! Want your Ss to follow your Twitter feed? Do this 👇#tlap
    • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
      A4: I've shared out clues about course content on Twitter and given XP to students who figured them out. #tlap
  • teachNcoffee Oct 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Major Q! What do you do about SM being blocked on school wifi? Just use data? #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    #tlap Example of highlighting our students with a positive message using Canva
  • MissKTrier Oct 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4:The Ss think it’s so cool when I share pics, and videos of awesome happenings in our room! I say they’re going “viral”! Oh the joy!#tlap
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    PREACH IT MR PIRATE! Never toss a lesson on a cold grill and expect them to eat it! #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
      A4: Social media is a great way to use the Teaser Hook to build anticipation, buzz, & mystery! Pre-heat the grill!! #tlap
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Perfect, that is probably what I will do as well. Is it difficult to setup? #tlap
    In reply to @tamaraletter, @NowakRo, @Flipgrid
  • JustMewborn Oct 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A3: @Flipgrid Has allowed our students to complete socratic seminars in a video format that allows others to comment on reflection. #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT
      Q3: How have you used video for students to demonstrate mastery, or how have you used video to allow students to share your story #tlap
  • lauriesmcintosh Oct 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5: Connection is key! P’s know they can contact me through Facebook, Twitter, @ClassDojo and that y door is always open! #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Share with families the learning experiences of students in class #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    So important to celebrate success #tlap
    In reply to @JustMewborn
  • woodard_julie Oct 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A4A little FLOCABULARY video gets kids rocking and groovin to get them in the game #TLAP
  • Ron_Martiello Oct 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Agreed. Let them have fun while they learn! #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • bmilla84 Oct 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A5: Invite them in!! My Ps say they appreciate that I post each day bc it allows them feel a part of our class & see what we're doing! #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    That stinks, hopefully they come around #tlap
    In reply to @teachNcoffee
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A4: Our students share their Kindness Passion Projects w/GoogleSites, then we see how many people RT the link! https://t.co/KZB8a7T54F #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
      Q4: What ways are you and your teachers using social media to hook your students? #tlap
  • JustMewborn Oct 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A4: We have been using Twitter to connect some classes with others across the globe #tlap.
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT
      Q4: What ways are you and your teachers using social media to hook your students? #tlap
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Very easy to setup. After a friend shared it, I used it during a conference. Took me minutes to setup free version and use. #tlap
    In reply to @GeorgeHistory, @tamaraletter, @Flipgrid
  • JayBilly2 Oct 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A5: I've used @Flipgrid to have Ss share their writing with their teacher who was absent #tlap
  • huels_ryan Oct 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A5 Sometimes all you have to do is ask. Ask their input, ask for help, ask how we can better serve them! #tlap
  • CoachArvin Oct 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Q5: Transparency and communication are critical. Social Media is key to helping break down those walls! #tlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A5: Invite them in, include them in things like my scavenger #platorvrocks hunt, promote their kids when awesome things happen. #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Green screen adds magic! #tlap
    In reply to @Mo_physics
  • lauriesmcintosh Oct 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: People fear the unknown. Showing parents how to use social media and giving tips on digital citizenship make them less fearful. #tlap
  • Toups_J Oct 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    #tlap A5 INCLUDE the parents in your photo ops! THEY LOVE IT! #AlwaysBelieve
  • Mo_physics Oct 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: be transparent w parents & community. Social media is a window for sharing all the great things in class. Open the blinds #tlap
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: if you post in class activities you're going to change conversations. They'll understand what you're doing and accept the process. #tlap
  • JustMewborn Oct 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: Using the tools we have to foster communication is the best way to build those relationships #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5: How can we create better partnerships with families to avoid the feeling of us vs them? #tlap
  • hartel30 Oct 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: Let them be part of the school/class story. Ask them for input into learning. We do this w our Immigration Station unit #tlap
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: Let them in... into your world... your class... their child’s life! Less scary when your are in it together! #RelationSHIPS #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5: How can we create better partnerships with families to avoid the feeling of us vs them? #tlap
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: Transparency...the more we share, the more trust we can gain that we are doing all we can to love, support, and teach kids! #tlap
  • Ketchteachsci6 Oct 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    @Flipgrid and @RecapThat are awesome video formats for student voice #tlap
    In reply to @JustMewborn, @Flipgrid, @Flipgrid, @RecapThat
  • gdorn1 Oct 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Offer Parent engagement opportunties in your school! Make parents feel welcome and that they are part of the team! Invite them in! #tlap
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Agreed. If funding available, DO IT! So much more flexibility with the paid Flipgrid Classroom acct! #tlap
    In reply to @NowakRo, @GeorgeHistory, @Flipgrid
  • KristinaSDavid Oct 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    #tlap A5: Work to make the classroom a community. Google Forms is a useful tool for sign ups when getting them involved with the class.
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    If you're liking the topic tonight... @Ericlowe21 and @McLane_Ryan wrote the book on it!! #YourSchoolRocks #tlap https://t.co/97kIphKscF
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Agreed #tlap
    In reply to @JustMewborn
  • JayBilly2 Oct 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: #MysterySkype with schools from all over the country and the world #AuthenticLearning #tlap
  • KleinErin Oct 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Top story via Kleinspiration Dave Burgess on Twitter: "#tlap is at 8CST tonight… https://t.co/jd384HpIP4, see more https://t.co/9Ja6shrHd4
  • ronaldfisher Oct 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A4 I use Video with #fliptheclassroom, in introductory “hook” lessons, to celebrate learning, and to teach video @utahfilmcenter #tlap
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5 Get them involved in the process. Invite them, collaborate, exchange. We have to favor these relationships...For our kids. #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5: How can we create better partnerships with families to avoid the feeling of us vs them? #tlap
  • andersonab89 Oct 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A3 flipgrid is a tool we are constantly using or having student led global read aloud #conversechat #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • cjracek Oct 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Latest Update: Dave Burgess on Twitter: "#tlap is at 8CST tonight! Join #YourShttps://t.co/lynKQRTZcA, see more https://t.co/xgDrpzaSIm
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5.2: it breaks down the barrier of the walls of the school and extends learning into their homes. Ps are essential for education. #tlap
  • bmilla84 Oct 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5: I reach out to them by phone & by going to S functions! It establishes a relationship & allows Ps to see what I care! Partnership! #tlap
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    That really isn't too bad for a year. #tlap
    In reply to @tamaraletter, @NowakRo, @Flipgrid
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Thanks @burgessdave #tlap
  • Ron_Martiello Oct 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5:Working to find opportunities for Familes to interact through social media. Ss get excited when they see families getting involved. #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5: How can we create better partnerships with families to avoid the feeling of us vs them? #tlap
  • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5: Invite them in as guests to speak or be judges for challenges! Authentic Audience! #tlap
  • 1_4turtles Oct 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5 Making positive contacts to Ps and having Ps access Google Classroom #tlap
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Thanks, Tisha! Last Friday we built the space 4 different ways in one day to meet needs of diff't lessons. Flex seating is AWESOME! #tlap
    In reply to @tishrich, @MarisaEThompson, @acottos
  • woodard_julie Oct 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5 I open up lessons to parents a few times a year - we are learning about “this”. Who’d like to schedule an opportunity to share ??#TLAP
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5: break down the walls. Posting on sm can help parents feel like they're truly involved welcomed. Sparks dinner conversation at home #tlap
  • MissKTrier Oct 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5:Families knowing they can connect with me in the way that’s best for them! The door is always open for conversations.#tlap
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    We can model being transparent learners, and growing in our profession by being connected educators. #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    That is good Stuff! may be copying that idea with our hashtag #tlap
    In reply to @Toups_J
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Try one of the Classroom free trials with the code from @sdtitmas then go on the paid version or ask admin for investment #tlap
    In reply to @GeorgeHistory, @tamaraletter, @Flipgrid, @sdtitmas
  • AggieSalterITS Oct 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A5 use social media for good brand ur school ur class parents live pics through out the day #tlap
    In reply to @JustMewborn
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Q6: What are some ways that you are trying to be innovative or plan to be innovative to use social media to engage families? #tlap
  • woodard_julie Oct 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A5 my random evening DDQ’s are designed to have parents and students discuss real learning happening in class-connecting them!!#TLAP
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A5b: Put every announcement parents need out there. My Ss Do podcast announcements including menus & weather that we post on School SM.#tlap
  • andersonab89 Oct 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A4 social media is a great way to preface and introduce to draw them into content! #conversechat #tlap
  • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A5: Make positive phone calls home! Last conference I called every one of my 135 Ss home. Parents were shocked! #tlap
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    With this version can you merge all student videos into a single YouTube upload? #tlap
    In reply to @tamaraletter, @NowakRo, @Flipgrid
  • lauriesmcintosh Oct 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Mom duty calls! Thanks for the chat everyone! Such incredible energy on a topic that sometimes receives such backlash. I’m energized! #tlap
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A5: Invite them in and let them experience all you have to offer! We had parents making Flipgrid videos on B2School night - such fun! #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5: How can we create better partnerships with families to avoid the feeling of us vs them? #tlap
  • NeelDesaiBA Oct 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A5: Understand their culture-background. Have them be part of school teams -go to their meetings (clubhouse, neighborhood groups, etc) #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • lsrodgerspe Oct 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A5: SM allows you to celebrate and promote all of the amazing things that you do in ways that newsletters can't. Take advantage of it #tlap
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A6: During breaks we encourage families to post pics to share their fun. We do a summer reading challenge to post pics too! #tlap
  • drjonesie17 Oct 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A5: Ask for feedback & suggestions &share communication often. We always do better if we work as a team #tlap
  • woodard_julie Oct 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Looks like another great read -📘❤️#TLAP
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A6: never looked at it this way, but now I'm intrigued by the thought!! I'm liking this! #tlap
  • NeelDesaiBA Oct 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Wow! Good for u - they will remember that for a looooooong time #tlap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • AggieSalterITS Oct 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6 use @Hootsuite to send one message to all social media let parents choose their platform #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21, @hootsuite
  • JustMewborn Oct 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6: We just recently added our morning announcements daily to Twitter. #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6: What are some ways that you are trying to be innovative or plan to be innovative to use social media to engage families? #tlap
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    I honestly did it myself. By downloading. I am able to put videos into a portfolio for Ss in their Google Drive then create my video. #tlap
    In reply to @GeorgeHistory, @tamaraletter, @Flipgrid
  • kzeleniak Oct 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    #tlap Q6 Live facebook feeds at special events
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    People share, & watch alone with comment that would otherwise be unaware and uninformed #tlap
    In reply to @lsrodgerspe
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6.2: I've always just thought of telling them the story, but there has to be other ways to engage them! #tlap
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    I love having portable tables - total game changer! Kids love wobble chairs and huge cushions! #tlap
    In reply to @MarisaEThompson, @tishrich, @acottos
  • ronaldfisher Oct 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A5 Celebrate the contributions of the parents, we need to recognize the Ps and then they will support us, 2-way street #tlap
  • AggieSalterITS Oct 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Yes make it a class playlist! #tlap
    In reply to @GeorgeHistory, @tamaraletter, @NowakRo, @Flipgrid
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Students love to take the time to create with their friends & promote their endeavors for the district, this was 4 Back to School Bash #tlap
  • TynansClass Oct 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6: Uploading #greenscreen with @DoInkTweets videos to @Seesaw! #tlap
  • KMSnodgrass Oct 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A5: OMG...COMMUNICATE! We are on the same team...ALWAYS! Twitter, Facebook, Remind, Google Cal., email, https://t.co/KMp8QDU7HP , etc. #TLAP
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5: How can we create better partnerships with families to avoid the feeling of us vs them? #tlap
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6: When we have snow days families post their fun/snowmen on our FB page or tag us onTwitter! We use them in the yearbook. #tlap
  • bmilla84 Oct 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6: @Flipgrid & @Seesaw are awesome ways to engage Ps in their child's learning! ?'s for families to respond to! Ps can give feedback! #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Let students create videos for upcoming events in your district #tlap
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    That's the feature I am looking for! Thanks everyone! #tlap
    In reply to @AggieSalterITS, @tamaraletter, @NowakRo, @Flipgrid
  • Principal_H Oct 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Got it! #TLAP
    In reply to @burgessdave, @Ericlowe21, @McLane_Ryan, @burgess_shelley, @wenders88
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    You're a rockstar, Tisha! Love this so much!! #tlap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    #tlap Having fun is always a good thing! Selfies and SnapChat what is more fun that that
  • hartel30 Oct 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Also an easy way to get grandparents or out of town fam to be part of Ss learning #tlap
    In reply to @bmilla84, @Flipgrid, @Seesaw
  • woodard_julie Oct 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    My next two tech goals -master @flipgrid and @BookSnaps then be able to share these with kids and family #TLAP
  • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A6: Send out email to parents with twitter handle and # so parents can see what we are doing in class. #tlap
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A6: Challenges... hope to have nights with Ps... use green screen so Ss can build Ps into their learning and tweet out the goodness! #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6: What are some ways that you are trying to be innovative or plan to be innovative to use social media to engage families? #tlap
  • Ron_Martiello Oct 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A5b: Using @classdojo stories tool to post pictures of classroom events. Familes get to like and respond. Families 👍 it. #tlap
  • McLane_Ryan Oct 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Thanks Christopher. #tlap
    In reply to @Principal_H, @burgessdave, @Ericlowe21, @burgess_shelley, @wenders88
  • JayBilly2 Oct 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A6:I'm doing a book study in Google Classrm. Since I read the book,I share the highlighted areas with my staff. They don't have 2 read #tlap
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    As long as through downloading it can be done. That way Ss can create a cooperative "story" of history (my vision). #tlap
    In reply to @Taralson, @tamaraletter, @NowakRo, @Flipgrid
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Hey #tlap!! Audiobooks are a thing for us now! The #InnovatorsMindset is 1st & out NOW! Read by @gcouros https://t.co/rbLovwX6BN #IMMOOC
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A6: Share the fun, just because parts of school, because they are just as important as the learning. #relationships #tlap
  • NeelDesaiBA Oct 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A5: Social media student teams. Show past tweets/messages to Ps during student event/choir concert, etc so they see the benefit/join. #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Awesome!! #tlap Thx, Christopher!
    In reply to @Principal_H, @Ericlowe21, @McLane_Ryan, @burgess_shelley, @wenders88
  • Principal_H Oct 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    No problem - cool book #tlap
    In reply to @McLane_Ryan, @burgessdave, @Ericlowe21, @burgess_shelley, @wenders88
  • KristinaSDavid Oct 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    #tlap A6: You can use apps like Quiver that families can download in order to look at their child's classwork using Virtual Reality
  • The_Groffice Oct 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Got my social butterfly costume ready to go for tomorrow! Can’t wait to see my other social butterfly friends! #ownyourimpact #tlap
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    For my own videos for sure, but I like the raw artistic value of their work, like I love my toddler's "art" lol. #tlap
    In reply to @NowakRo, @AggieSalterITS, @tamaraletter, @Flipgrid
  • gdorn1 Oct 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A6. Having Ss create videos for events occurring at your school, or proj. that they are working on. #tlap
  • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Love that you glean pics from Twitter to put in the yearbook - GENIUS! Great family/home connection, too! #tlap #snowdaysforthewin
    In reply to @bethhill2829
  • MissKTrier Oct 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A6:I’m loving the bouncing of ideas within this chat! I plan to use things I’ve learned tonight to engage families and Ss with SM! #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    We also post Snow Day Videos #tlap
    In reply to @bethhill2829
  • drjonesie17 Oct 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Doing videos student led is so powerful! Ss really listen to each other! #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • The_Groffice Oct 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Got my social butterfly costume ready to go for tomorrow! Can’t wait to see my other social butterfly friends! #ownyourimpact #tlap
  • MelissaCAdkins Oct 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A5 & A6: I want to get parent tech nights going. Many parents aren't on SM at all. They need 2 know how powerfully positive SM can be. #tlap
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    LOVE! #tlap
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Yes! We love to use @quivervision #tlap
    In reply to @KristinaSDavid, @quivervision
  • sbentonteach Oct 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A5: it is just as important to build relationships with Ps as it is with Ss! Share your classroom with them and they will support you! #tlap
  • ronaldfisher Oct 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A6 i use social media, but with a school account and a personal account, so parents feel like they are getting what happens in class #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Q7: What communication method (or social media platform) has been the most impactful for you and your school community this year? #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    These are great ideas!! #tlap Thanks for sharing Bethany and Eric!!
    In reply to @Ericlowe21, @bethhill2829
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    We have a section in our yearbook called "Totally Tweetable" where we share the actual tweets with pics. It's cool! #tlap
    • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
      Love that you glean pics from Twitter to put in the yearbook - GENIUS! Great family/home connection, too! #tlap #snowdaysforthewin
      In reply to @bethhill2829
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Kids write the songs and choreograph the videos #tlap
    In reply to @bethhill2829
  • woodard_julie Oct 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    I’m currently working on planning a Students teaching teachers technology night - so social media use may be a player #TLAP
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A7: I love how Google Classroom sends weekly updates to parents. I also love to use Remind App. #tlap
  • MelissaCAdkins Oct 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A7: The school Facebook pages have had most success here. #tlap
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A7 Needs to be a combination/variety. FB, Instagram, YouTube with school website. Share your story everywhere. Spread the love! #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT
      Q7: What communication method (or social media platform) has been the most impactful for you and your school community this year? #tlap
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Love this! My techies call it #AppyHour @TerrificTechies #tlap
    In reply to @MelissaCAdkins, @TerrificTechies
  • brynmw Oct 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Have you tried @FreshGrade for teachers to share learning? Our teachers love it. #TLAP
    In reply to @Principal_H, @FreshGrade
  • JayBilly2 Oct 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A7: My tool of choice is always twitter but my parents are on FB so we share events and Pics there. #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Great idea! #tlap
    • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT
      We have a section in our yearbook called "Totally Tweetable" where we share the actual tweets with pics. It's cool! #tlap
      • tamaraletter Oct 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
        Love that you glean pics from Twitter to put in the yearbook - GENIUS! Great family/home connection, too! #tlap #snowdaysforthewin
        In reply to @bethhill2829
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    We have #TechoTuesdays. #tlap
    In reply to @nankr1120, @MelissaCAdkins, @TerrificTechies
  • KMSnodgrass Oct 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A6: Twitter Survey's are awesome! Let parents & Ss vote on topics that impact their learning (class activities, games, predictions...) #TLAP
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6: What are some ways that you are trying to be innovative or plan to be innovative to use social media to engage families? #tlap
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A7: for the school, Facebook has been most impactful...personally, it's Twitter. Best source for PD and building my PLN! #tlap
  • MarisaEThompson Oct 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A5 student-led S-T-family conferences in January about progress! Talk to Ps at BTSN: goals, vision, philosophy. Send praise email! #tlap
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A7: Facebook/Instagram is where our @CentralCabotpK4 families are, but I use Twitter a lot because our feed is on our website. #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT
      Q7: What communication method (or social media platform) has been the most impactful for you and your school community this year? #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Definitely the video newsletter & use of student created video content in general to highlight the positives #tlap https://t.co/9Hnc9F1AyR
  • magistrareardon Oct 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Parent events should be modeled on the student experience, then Ps understand their child's day & see us doing the work we love most #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5: How can we create better partnerships with families to avoid the feeling of us vs them? #tlap
  • KristinaSDavid Oct 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    #tlap A7: Twitter because it has allowed me to grow my PLN and my knowledge base exponentially.
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Same here! #tlap
    • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      A7: for the school, Facebook has been most impactful...personally, it's Twitter. Best source for PD and building my PLN! #tlap
  • gdorn1 Oct 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A7. Twitter, facebook! #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    #tlap Facebook for parents and grandparents, instagram and SnapChat for our students, Twitter to grow as a professional
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A7: So many are used but #twitter opens up to a greater audience and in turn allows Ps to connect beyond me! Breaking down the walls! #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT
      Q7: What communication method (or social media platform) has been the most impactful for you and your school community this year? #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Challenge: This week, we ask you 2 engage using social media 2 enhance rapport with staff, students, or parents in way that is new 2 U #tlap
  • kylelaurie Oct 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7 Our Primary/Elementary Ts are learning to use @Schoology as a way to communicate with parents. #tlap
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7: I have grown to love Facebook for my own learning! I have a professional page, but I have joined groups and follow other pages. #tlap
  • Principal_H Oct 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    I have not- I’ll have to check it out #tlap
    In reply to @brynmw, @FreshGrade
  • ronaldfisher Oct 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7 Might not fit the category exactly, but @googlesites and @googlecalendar are paying off great dividends and connecting community #tlap
  • Ron_Martiello Oct 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A6: Using @DoInkTweets to design innovative messaging. Promoting school & classroom events with a great look. #tlap
  • KMSnodgrass Oct 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    I wish #TLAP could go all night! LOVE IT... A LOT! ❤️☠️❤️☠️❤️☠️❤️
  • magistrareardon Oct 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Parent-teacher communication needs to happen often and ask for responses so that it feels like a conversation rather than updates #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5: How can we create better partnerships with families to avoid the feeling of us vs them? #tlap
  • MsLaurenMertz Oct 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7: Currently using FB. What is good to use in order to post to multiple accounts FB, Insta, Twitter at the same time? #tlap
  • Mo_physics Oct 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7: Quick paragraph email To parents daily of what we did in class. Ps appreciate it since teenagers aren’t big on talkin about school #tlap
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7: personally it has been Twitter. Specialized # connecting w PLN, posting Ss work, using to enhance #gamified classroom #tlap
  • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7: St leaders deliver Twitter fairy treats to Ts who tweet to #discosmhs Love this #leadlap inspired idea! @BethHouf @burgess_shelley #tlap
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Totally! That is an awesome idea! #tlap
    In reply to @DrLisaPelkey5, @TaraMartinEDU
  • MrJSellen Oct 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A6 Imbedding a widget linked to Twitter allows for constant updating of the school webpage w/o management. #tlap https://t.co/Yvt1hmwJri
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Share your successes at using social media this week to enhance rapport using the hashtag #tlap #yourschoolrocks
  • burgessdave - Moderator Oct 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Special thanks to @Ericlowe21 for hosting #tlap tonight! The #YourSchoolRocks message is critical! Thanks to all for joining us!
  • bmilla84 Oct 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A7: Class FB has been a HUGE hit w/ my families! Twitter has been a game changer for me professionally! Use SM to Tell Your Story!! #tlap
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    I used to have a twitter board in my room...random questions Ss would answer! I think it needs a comeback!!! #tlap
  • woodard_julie Oct 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Thanks for letting me drop in this evening & for all the principals in the chat:Happy Halloween and Principals Month #TLAP
  • drjonesie17 Oct 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A7: Twitter has opened up a whole new world of amazing educators & ideas. I even have Ps exploring posts! #tlap
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Accepted! Love me a challenge! 👊💥 #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT
      Challenge: This week, we ask you 2 engage using social media 2 enhance rapport with staff, students, or parents in way that is new 2 U #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    #tlap It could be a selfie scavenger hunt where you end up with a goat!
  • TynansClass Oct 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A7: @Seesaw check it out if you haven't! #tlap
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A7: Many of our @CentralCabotpK4 teachers have Facebook pages or groups, and have great participation with them. #tlap
  • MissKTrier Oct 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7:Our families are on FB, our Ts are on Voxer and it is great! You can hear the genuine excitement in Ts voices when sharing ideas! #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Taking Selfies is a fun way to interact and highlight having fun in today's world with students #tlap
  • AggieSalterITS Oct 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7 I have learned that u can’t b define to one platform send it to all to access all audiences #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Hope you'll join @TaraMartinEDU and I for a month of #gratitudesnaps starting this WED Nov 1st! Let's flood the world with gratitude! #tlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7: My small rural district is still primarily a Facebook community. Ss are on Instagram. #tlap
  • andersonab89 Oct 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A5 open line of communication, including them in classroom milestones, praising positive more often #conversechat #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • lsrodgerspe Oct 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7: We have all teachers in our building on board with Class Dojo. Teachers share info and photos in the "stories" feature. #tlap
  • NeelDesaiBA Oct 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7: Facebook - anything w single click that brings them impt info and messages #tlap
  • gdorn1 Oct 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Thank You! #tlap
  • magistrareardon Oct 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Highlight parents who engage. Repost, retweet, reply to their social media participation #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6: What are some ways that you are trying to be innovative or plan to be innovative to use social media to engage families? #tlap
  • MrJSellen Oct 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A7 We introduced Twitter this yr & Ts are owning #GoGrewenow! FB, already in place, is updated regularly. Feedback from families = + #tlap
  • nankr1120 Oct 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Thank you @Ericlowe21 for a fabulous chat! #tlap
  • KMSnodgrass Oct 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A7: HANDS DOWN...TWITTER. Twitter = professional, Facebook & Insta. a combo of personal/professional. You gotta do what works for you! #TLAP
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT
      Q7: What communication method (or social media platform) has been the most impactful for you and your school community this year? #tlap
  • KristinaSDavid Oct 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Thank you to @Ericlowe21 and @burgessdave on one of my favorite twitter chats thus far! #tlap
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    If we don't share our school's story, someone else will, and it may not be the right message. #tlap
  • AggieSalterITS Oct 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Had parents convince other parents to join Twitter to b part of their child’s education love it parents r on their phone all the time #TLAP
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • AssignmentHelpN Oct 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG #teacheredchat #tlap #tntechchat
  • tishrich Oct 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Thank you @ericlowe21 for an awesome chat! So grateful for @burgessdave and the #tlap community for continually energizing & inspiring me!
  • drjonesie17 Oct 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Love it! Awesome idea! #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • bethhill2829 Oct 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Thanks for an awesome chat, @Ericlowe21 :) #tlap
  • magistrareardon Oct 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Facebook and instagram for community involvement. Email and seesaw for small group or individual communications #tlap
    • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT
      Q7: What communication method (or social media platform) has been the most impactful for you and your school community this year? #tlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Thanks @Ericlowe21 for steering the #tlap ship tonight!
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Thanks to everyone for joining crew tonight. Always great to learn from all of the #tlap crew & special thanks to @burgessdave for invite
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Thanks so much, enjoyed learning with you #tlap
  • NowakRo Oct 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Great #tlap conversation tonight! Thanks for the learning! Awesome job @Ericlowe21 Have a great week y'all. Happy Halloween!!!
  • AggieSalterITS Oct 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    I want to serves to all my clients I use @hootsuite to make sure I don’t miss anyone #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21, @hootsuite
  • drjonesie17 Oct 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Thank you @Ericlowe21 Loved the topic & the chat tonight! Thank you to all fellow pirates for your insight! 😁 #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Thanks enjoyed learning with you #tlap
  • Ron_Martiello Oct 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A7: @ClassDojo has been very successful. 2-way communication. Telling class stories. 95% family participation & growing. #tlap
  • acottos Oct 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Great chat tonight @Ericlowe21!!! Motivating thoughts this evening!! Thank you everyone!! #tlap
  • The_Groffice Oct 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A7: Twitter has changed our school culture. The more it gets mentioned, the more Ts get involved and it benefits them immediately! #tlap
  • MelissaCAdkins Oct 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    This was awesome as always! Thanks for the energizing chat! #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21, @burgessdave
  • andersonab89 Oct 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    having challenges posted for parents & Ss to do together, building bridge from school to family #conversechat #tlap
    In reply to @Ericlowe21
  • ronaldfisher Oct 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Can’t live without my @ClassDojo - connects with parents seemlessly #tlap
    • lsrodgerspe Oct 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT
      A7: We have all teachers in our building on board with Class Dojo. Teachers share info and photos in the "stories" feature. #tlap
  • Ericlowe21 Oct 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Thanks enjoyed learning with you #tlap
  • Toups_J Oct 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    #tlap A7 YouTube is the BOMB to share videos! Your influence can reach the corners of the globe! https://t.co/H1n2oPC6Lp
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 30 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    And if you need ideas to change up the PD at your school, see how my principal & I pulled it off last week: https://t.co/MpYVzHLjEn #tlap