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MEMSPAchat Oct 9 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Come join #MEMSPAchat - a leading ed chat on Thursday at 8pm EST @lauragilchrist4 #KSedchat Join the leading, learning & collaboration!

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Happy MONDAY #KSEdChat friends! Excited to explore #GrantWriting with you tonight!

participatechat Oct 9 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #ksedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/vhusr5knZ1

pynn1320 Oct 9 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Let's get this party started!!! #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hey #ksedchat! Tim Vesco, 5th grade teacher, Frontenac. My favorite grant is @realgranthill33. Am I right @KristenLedlow or am I right? : )

paul_prewo Oct 9 @ 9:02 PM EDT

I'm Paul from Logan. I teach PK-6 Music, 5/6 Science #KSEDCHAT

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Carmen from McPherson! I teach 4th grade! Excited to host tonight! #ksedchat

misshaysteach Oct 9 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Marah from Wakefield elementary. I teach 2nd. #ksedchat I was gone for 2 days and my class loved having me back.

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Don't you love coming back!!! Your gif is perfect! #Ksedchat

In reply to @misshaysteach

arobertson249 Oct 9 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Annie from Frontenac. 1st grade. Had a major breakthrough with my math class!Thank Goodness! It only took about 38 days of school! #ksedchat

JillWebs Oct 9 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hi! Jill from Cheney, MS SS & HS Teaching as a Career. I'll be in & out tonight. Working on presentations for @ksdehq Conference #ksedchat

MrsRJHill_RM109 Oct 9 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hey guys! It's been awhile! I'm Rachel and I teach third in Hutchinson. Excited to learn tonight! #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:04 PM EDT

SO wonderful!! So happy for you and your kiddos! #ksedchat

In reply to @arobertson249

pynn1320 Oct 9 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Caroline from Frontenac! BCBSKS Healthy Habits for Lifr is my fav grant! #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Amanda f/#usd303 Sitting in a BOE mtg so will check back tonight! #ksedchat

IT_guy8706 Oct 9 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Garrett from @MagdalenWichita in Wichita! #ksedchat

In reply to @misszeisler, @MagdalenWichita

travistrue Oct 9 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Travis from Topeka #ksedchat

thewarsnak Oct 9 @ 9:05 PM EDT

TJ a HS Soc stud teacher from Halstead. Checking in from a @ChickfilA in Hutch #ksedchat

Swayne_lead271 Oct 9 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Shelly, i learn & lead @ Stockton Monday PD was super duper outstanding! #ksedchat

MrsJankord Oct 9 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Ariel from Olathe, KS. Teaching 4th grade this year. #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:05 PM EDT

kinda of jealous! #ksedchat

In reply to @thewarsnak, @ChickfilA

MotherHays Oct 9 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Kelli from Clay Center. I teach firsties. #ksedchat

nkrahn Oct 9 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hi All! I'm Nick from Towanda, KS and @circleusd375 schools. I teach 6th grade Math and Science! #ksedchat

loristratton7 Oct 9 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Lori from Gardner Edgerton via Lawrence. Haven't mastered Gifs, but Monday was great! #ksedchat

pdeathe Oct 9 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Paige Deathe from Tonganoxie. I teach 6th grade social studies! #ksedchat

jmill517 Oct 9 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Jennifer, 4th grade in Dodge City. This is my Monday. I’ll be lucky to make it the whole hour! #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Welcome to EVERYONE! Let's do this! #Ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: I would love to get a classroom set of @SpheroEdu! It would be awesome to have a bunch of BB8's rolling around the class! #ksedchat

oneal_nat Oct 9 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Natalie Vanderbeck, K-5 Title Math, from Pittsburg. Just saw the Cubbies win, so it's a great Monday!! #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: I am DYING to go to the @ronclarkacademy. Wrote a grant last week for it with three other Ts! Fingers crossed! #Ksedchat

dalaina_smith Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Dalaina from Frontenac! #ksedchat

In reply to @misszeisler

jmill517 Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1. I would love to get some video equipment to make some awesome videos! #ksedchat

coachschutte Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT

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misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Love Spheros! I am not very good at driving them though! #Ksedchat

In reply to @mrvesco, @SpheroEdu

pdeathe Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: recently discovered @icivics and would love to use it for my class #ksedchat

arobertson249 Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: I wish I had a wall made of LEGO plates like at @GreenbushESC #ksedchat

MrsSkyDavis Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT

That would be a dream come true! #ksedchat Keep us posted!

In reply to @misszeisler, @ronclarkacademy

8to3withMrsV Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Hi #ksedchat friends! Ashleigh from Hutch, I teach 3rd! ❤ it was good to see the kiddos after four days away!

dklaass10 Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Daniel, 4th grade in Rossville #ksedchat

JillWebs Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: I'd love to have a cart of iPads for the class. Switched to Chromebooks &I love them, but missing some creation apps of iPad #ksedchat

MrsJankord Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT

My ultimate goal this year is to create makers and innovators. I'm lucky to be in a building that supports this. 1 grant already. #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Welcome to EVERYONE! Let's do this! #Ksedchat

jmill517 Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1. I would also love to go to ISTE! #ksedchat

nkrahn Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 I'd love to have a class set of robots for coding. Love our three @SpheroEdu bots but 3 and 25 students is hard. #ksedchat

MotherHays Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A class set of mini iPads. #ksedchat

paul_prewo Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: I have been teaching guitar/ukulele playing with limited instruments. Would love to be able to find more guitars/ukuleles. #ksedchat

IT_guy8706 Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: From tech side: to provide a variety of cutting-edge technology that kids can work on, but learn from, & explore with! #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Oh tell us more! What grant did you receive? #ksedchat

In reply to @MrsJankord

dalaina_smith Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: new library furniture! #KSEdChat

pynn1320 Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1-I want 2 inspire my Ss to live healty! Be more active & make healthy food choices. That's hard for Ss when they're 7 🙃#ksedchat

dklaass10 Oct 9 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: anything robotics would be awesome. Lego WeDo 2.0 is a great one. Mini drones also have lots of applications that would be fun #ksedchat

MrsRJHill_RM109 Oct 9 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: 1:1 iPads, Ozobots, more flexible seating options, More Ozmo sets, book sets, .... #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I am RIGHT here with you on this! #ksedchat

In reply to @JillWebs

Gudde620 Oct 9 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Eric Gudde from Frontenac 7-12 Technology #ksedchat

Swayne_lead271 Oct 9 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: for school/ community= greenhouse with alt energy (NREL) science & horticulture connections to NCK. #ksedchat

misshaysteach Oct 9 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 My dream right now is to have tables...and furniture that makes my room feel like my living room #ksedchat

perezhasclass Oct 9 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Katie Perez, from @ESSDACK. This is me after a full day with my favorite @USD303 Ts and @JaneSeward2 ! #Ksedchat

WrightLHS Oct 9 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: Would love to have all the equipment and supplies for VR field trips. Be able to "visit" and explore anywhere in the world #ksedchat

In reply to @misszeisler

pdeathe Oct 9 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: a full kit of #googleexpeditionsAR would be amazing also! #ksedchat

USD475_STEM Oct 9 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Dan Dinkel K-5 STEM Coach from Junction City joining late. #ksedchat

dklaass10 Oct 9 @ 9:13 PM EDT

ISTE would be amazing! #ksedchat

In reply to @jmill517

loristratton7 Oct 9 @ 9:14 PM EDT

I want to have my juniors do a project with the center for Unsung Heros. But I have 117 of them. #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@mrs_smoke might be able to help with this! #ksedchat

In reply to @loristratton7, @mrs_smoke

dklaass10 Oct 9 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Really reasonably priced too! I might have to pick up some of those. #ksedchat

In reply to @nkrahn

loristratton7 Oct 9 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I'd also love some sort of smartboard. #ksedchat

MrDinkel Oct 9 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Dan Dinkel K-5 STEM Coach from Junction City joining late. #ksedchat

8to3withMrsV Oct 9 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1: I want more PBL and makerspace in my room... so I would like supplies to start that up and I NEEEEED @OZOBOT in my room! ❤ #ksedchat

MotherHays Oct 9 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1 A fully stocked healthy snack bar. I want something that my kids can take ‘to go’ when they are hungry and is healthy. #ksedchat

shannon_vieyra Oct 9 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Hey all! Shannon from 3rd! Happy to be back to this chat. #ksedchat

Gudde620 Oct 9 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1: Dream for my class is to build a loft and a community gift shop under the loft for Ss to run with our @RaiderInk gear #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Wow! Love all of your dreams! Q2 is up! #Ksedchat

shannon_vieyra Oct 9 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1: Let's see here, I'd love to build a bigger classroom library. #ksedchat

MrDinkel Oct 9 @ 9:18 PM EDT

We love using WeDo! Great way to teach many #NGSS standards. #Ksedchat

dklaass10 Oct 9 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: anything robotics would be awesome. Lego WeDo 2.0 is a great one. Mini drones also have lots of applications that would be fun #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I love all of your dreams! Q2 is up! #ksedchat

MrsSkyDavis Oct 9 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2) I've done Donor's Choose. So glad that I did, Ss benefit everyday by using what was purchased. YOU CAN DO IT!!! #ksedchat

dklaass10 Oct 9 @ 9:19 PM EDT

You can never have too many books! #ksedchat

In reply to @shannon_vieyra

dklaass10 Oct 9 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I went to @LEGOEDUCATION conference last year that was awesome. #ksedchat

In reply to @MrDinkel, @LEGOEDUCATION

dalaina_smith Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2: Knowing where to start! Where’s the best place to begin? #KSEdChat

massignmenthelp Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT

The Complete Guide to UK Car Driving Theory Test https://t.co/skWVo56c4T #ksedchat #luthed #msmathchat

AssignmentHelpN Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT

The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG #ksedchat #luthed #msmathchat

nkrahn Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 I am the worlds worst professional writer. And I won a grant. Put your dreams out there and see if someone believes too. #ksedchat

jmill517 Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2. I’ve done @DonorsChoose, I haven’t done other grants because our district process for being allowed to write grants scares me #ksedchat

loristratton7 Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Where is a good source for a list of available grants? #ksedchat

MrDinkel Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT

You might also look into @MeetEdison robots. They are another robotics option that are reasonably priced. #Ksedchat

In reply to @dklaass10, @nkrahn, @MeetEdison

MotherHays Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 Time. Patience. Confidence. #ksedchat

misshaysteach Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 I started with a @DonorsChoose project! #ksedchat

IT_guy8706 Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: Just go for it! I wrote my 1st ever grant last year and won! When you put something in the kids' hands, it's a great feeling! #ksedchat

In reply to @misszeisler

shannon_vieyra Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: I have gotten one approved! Class pet is in the works! I need guidance writing a bigger one that benefits our whole school. #ksedchat

perezhasclass Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: The fear of rejection is huge, and yet you will never be funded if you don’t risk it. #Ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT

check to see if your ur district allows @DonorsChoose and start there! Keep it less than $300! #ksedchat

In reply to @dalaina_smith, @DonorsChoose

dklaass10 Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: I've used @DonorsChoose and @Adopt_classroom and both are simple and user friendly. Just jump in! #ksedchat

arobertson249 Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Be professional, passionate, and honest. It’s all in the wording!!! That’s something being in National History Day taught me. #ksedchat

pynn1320 Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2-I feel like it's harder to find grants than write them. Just knowing where to look 👀 #ksedchat

MrsJankord Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: Start with simple grants. 👀 for local ones, may be less paperwork. @DonorsChoose is a great way to start. #ksedchat

pdeathe Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2: I’ve only written a local grant for a workshop at the Nelson. I haven’t written more bc I haven’t taken time to research #ksedchat

nkrahn Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 Don't be discouraged if you get told no a LOT. Keep trying!!! The feeling of success is so worth it! #ksedchat

paul_prewo Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2: I have not written a grant because I guess I don't know where to look for them. I've been content with little that I have, so guess I want more now because my students deserve it! #KsEdChat

snordenWSUproud Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I am sorry to miss tonight's chat!! My daughter & her HS Trigonometry assignment need help. 😖 I'll see you next week #ksedchat!

misshaysteach Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 I wrote a grant for a class pet from @petco! It was very simple and it got approved! #ksedchat

MrsRJHill_RM109 Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2: I've only written a small grant- I feel like time has been the biggest struggle #ksedchat

8to3withMrsV Oct 9 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2: take the leap!Don't be afraid of it not being funded...you'll often be surprised and every opportunity helps for the next one #ksedchat

MrDinkel Oct 9 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2: I've always used the approach that if you don't ask the asnwer is always no. #ksedchat

MrDinkel Oct 9 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2: I started by collaborating with a colleague who had experience. It was helpful to see an example if a successful Grant. #Ksedchat

mandavoth Oct 9 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2 Just go for it! #KSEdchat I've used both @Adopt_classroom & @DonorsChoose - theres a little more leg work w/ Donors Choose but worth it

In reply to @misszeisler, @Adopt_classroom, @DonorsChoose

perezhasclass Oct 9 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2: Start small with community funded grants. #Ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:24 PM EDT

small grants are good! I have written 100's of small grants! They add up!! #ksedchat

In reply to @MrsRJHill_RM109

travistrue Oct 9 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A2 Sometimes district policy towards grants hinder/discourage Ts from applying #ksedchat

MrDinkel Oct 9 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Where you suggest looking? #ksedchat

In reply to @pynn1320

perezhasclass Oct 9 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A2: Make sure you know your board process for writing and accepting grants, advanced permission is often required! #ksedchat

jmill517 Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2. I’ve done @DonorsChoose, I haven’t done other grants because our district process for being allowed to write grants scares me #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Question 3: #Ksedchat

mace_ks Oct 9 @ 9:27 PM EDT

MACE-KS will award 4 $500 grants at our #maceks18 conference in March. Details to come soon!! #KSEDCHAT

nkrahn Oct 9 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 Have a catchy title and show your passion! You have to stand out!! #ksedchat

MrDinkel Oct 9 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Very true! #KSEdchat

In reply to @perezhasclass

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3: SHARE your passion and excitement! #Ksedchat

IT_guy8706 Oct 9 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3: Get input from others! Write it for how it benefits STUDENTS & not the school. When emphasis is on kids, funding comes easier! #ksedchat

In reply to @misszeisler

dalaina_smith Oct 9 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3: Quit waiting & making excuses...just do it! #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:29 PM EDT

I agree with this! BUT I also think we have to ask questions! Find that person who can help you! #Ksedchat

In reply to @travistrue

travistrue Oct 9 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3 DO IT! and when you don’t get it apply again & again & again #ksedchat

oneal_nat Oct 9 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A2: Be specific with what you are asking for. #KSedchat

pdeathe Oct 9 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3: go in depth on the impact! Students are priority 😁 #ksedchat

arobertson249 Oct 9 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3: Just do it. (Thanks, Nike). The hardest part is getting the first one done. After that it’s always easier. #ksedchat

Swayne_lead271 Oct 9 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3: know exactly what you want, why you want it & CREATE without limits to get it! #ksedchat

pynn1320 Oct 9 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3-I'd say be genuine & explain EXACTLY "WHY" you need it! #kidsdeserveit #ksedchat

oneal_nat Oct 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3: Show how the grant will impact Ss #ksedchat

MrDinkel Oct 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3: Ise research to support your project idea. Make it current and relevant. #KSEdchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Question 3: #Ksedchat

paul_prewo Oct 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3: Don't give up! #KsEdChat

MrsSkyDavis Oct 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3: Don't be afraid to ask for help, find others who have experience and pick their brain, do your research #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT

This is huge! I always share grants with one or two other Ts to get their feedback! #ksedchat

In reply to @MrsSkyDavis

oneal_nat Oct 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3: Keep your grant apps. One might help you write another down the line. #KSedchat

watertankmath Oct 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT

@watertankmath is excited about presenting next Monday at Seaman HS in KS at #katm17 Hope to see you #ksedchat Ts at my session!

travistrue Oct 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT

This is important. People giving you $ wants to see it in action! #KSEdChat

oneal_nat Oct 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3: Show how the grant will impact Ss #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Q4 Here you go #Ksedchat

shannon_vieyra Oct 9 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3: Identify the goal and don't stop until you're proud. It might take a while to get there but grit is a great lesson for the Ss #ksedchat

MrsJankord Oct 9 @ 9:33 PM EDT

#ksedchat Interested in STEM items https://t.co/rHZWWYNHlp Become edmember for $35 and you can apply for stem kits, if you review u keep!

dalaina_smith Oct 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4: For @DonorsChoose social media makes it so much easier to share you cause! Also, networking with experts! #ksedchat

pynn1320 Oct 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4-Asking others!!!! Using chats to get more info/details/ideas! #ksedchat

Swayne_lead271 Oct 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4: the more people see & know us the more opps are accessible! People love to see what their $ might do! Great research too! #ksedchat

arobertson249 Oct 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: it definitely helps to advertise on twitter when you do a donors choose. #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: I love sharing @DonorsChoose from #ksedchat Ts! We all follow different people so it helps get that project out there even more!

IT_guy8706 Oct 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: Where to look for grants! Website sharing. Creativeness. Idea-sharing and collaboration! #ksedchat

In reply to @misszeisler

MrsSkyDavis Oct 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4) Social media was huge in getting the word out. I also was able to show what was purchased/in action via Facebook & Twitter #ksedchat

8to3withMrsV Oct 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: social media is a great way to get your grant out there to other people who want to support you but are far away! #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4: Don't be afraid to share with and ask celebrities. I've had 3 @DonorsChoose projects funded with celebrity support. #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT

HUGE!!! Thank you for saying that! #ksedchat

In reply to @oneal_nat

travistrue Oct 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I’ve seen several grants advertised or Ts showing off grant purchased items while scrolling through Twitter #ksedchat

nkrahn Oct 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 Social media can keep you aware of grant opportunities!!! There is nothing wrong with crowdsourcing a good title!!! #ksedchat

shannon_vieyra Oct 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: As a parent, I'd want to hear and see what my kiddo's teacher needs. Then I'd rally for that teacher on all my SM accounts. #Ksedchat

cmccartney93 Oct 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Courtney from Frontenac, sorry I'm late had dinner date night with the hubby (no phone checking was the challenge!) 😳 #Ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Q5: I have been waiting for this question ALL DAY! #BeInspired #KsEDChat

paul_prewo Oct 9 @ 9:41 PM EDT

I believe that social media is a great way to get ourselves all over the US and possibly the world. I've been scared to use donorschoose. #KsEdChat

cmccartney93 Oct 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: I want a room dedicated to only Makerspace activities (tech, crafts, legos, etc) where kids can be free to create! #KSedchat

nkrahn Oct 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5 My @EdcampUSA grant. I got the email in the middle of class, just happened to check my phone and got the kids all excited too #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5: I got @fitbit for all of my Ss last yr from @DonorsChoose #KSEdchat

IT_guy8706 Oct 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5: Network infrastructure updating. Funded through Lowe's! Application was easy, funding was announced, & update was completed! #ksedchat

In reply to @misszeisler

paul_prewo Oct 9 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4: I believe that social media is a great way to get out what we are doing in the classroom. I have been hesitant to use donorschoose. #KsEdChat

pynn1320 Oct 9 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q5-I've only applied/received 1-the Healthy Habits for Life from @BCBSKS was the best!👊🏻 Helped me w the Elem running program! #ksedchat

oneal_nat Oct 9 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A5: A month study abroad experience through University of Michigan to Russia! Fulbright-Hays is an amazing PD for Ts!!! #KSedchat

MrsJankord Oct 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Class set of headphones & classroom carpet (@DonorsChoose ). Set of 14 @makeymakey from Cerner Innovator. @juiceplus @TowerGarden #ksedchat

MrsSkyDavis Oct 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5: I was able to get flexible seating from @DonorsChoose which was funded by parents & grandparents with matched funds #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: For the past 3 years, I have had @DonorsChoose projects cover the cost of books for each child for the @globalreadaloud. #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: Our local community foundation funded my trip for #DailyFive training in NYC last summer! #SOTHANKFUL #Ksedchat

arobertson249 Oct 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5:coolest was from the PritchettTrust for $17,000 for first grade technology resources. I was shocked that I got it! #ksedchat

cmccartney93 Oct 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2: Just Do It! It's best to collaborate if you are just starting but don't let that hold you back! Jump in and try it. #KSEdchat

MrsJankord Oct 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Not mine, but a favorite was a T who got all new shoes and clothes for her running club in title school. @OPSF233 #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5: We do a thematic unit on "The Nutcracker"! We go to Wichita to see the ballet! Read many versions! A community grant helps! #ksedchat

kylabbaker Oct 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT

I'm really good at showing up to #KSEdChat late this year......

shannon_vieyra Oct 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5: class pet from https://t.co/oKCRFKLyzw Ss don't know why they've been researching hermit crab habitats and nutrition... #KSEdChat

misshaysteach Oct 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Anyone have a grant to pay my student loans??? #ksedchat

misshaysteach Oct 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A6 Anyone have a grant that would pay off my student loans??? #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT

#ksedchat Q6 https://t.co/6k3Qxc1DlL

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT

It's been fast and furious tonight! Q6 is up! It's the last one for tonight!

pdeathe Oct 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5:Used the Leighty Grant in LVCO and did workshops through the Nelson-Atkins. Awesome programs available! #Ksedchat

IT_guy8706 Oct 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A6: New school this year. Where can grants for Catholic schools be found at? Wanting new tech for students! #ksedchat

nkrahn Oct 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A6 What is the best resource to find out about new grants? #ksedchat

cmccartney93 Oct 9 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3: Read Read Read the grant specifications/guidelines! I've seen grants denied b/c of font size 🙁#Ksedchat

pynn1320 Oct 9 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Q6-Looking for a Healthy Teacher grant.... anyone? #ksedchat

MrsRJHill_RM109 Oct 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6: What types of grants (ex: books, technology, PD, etc.) do you feel like are funded the quickest? #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Need books! Here is a new offer coming NEXT week from @DonorsChoose #Ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q6: Wanted to share a new MATCH offer from @DonorsChoose #BOOKS #FillEveryShelf https://t.co/1ldIqcRohu

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT

It really depends on the grant! On @DonorsChoose it depens on HOW much money! Anything less than $400 funds pretty quickly! #Ksedchat

In reply to @MrsRJHill_RM109, @DonorsChoose

Gudde620 Oct 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT

When was this? I think we are going to try this next year for an up to date k-12 robotics program #KSEdchat

In reply to @arobertson249

loristratton7 Oct 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Is it as simple to get secondary grants as elementary? Any difference? #ksedchat

misszeisler Oct 9 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thanks #ksedchat friends! Excited to see grants start coming in! Make sure and share with us! #ksedchat

cmccartney93 Oct 9 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A4: Social Media reaches outside your circle and gives you greater advantages to get the word out! Shout it out! #KsEdChat

participatechat Oct 9 @ 10:00 PM EDT

#ksedchat just ended! Transcripts and curated resources are now available at https://t.co/vhusr5knZ1