#teachnvchat Archive
#teachNVchat is now a weekly 1/2 hour Thursday chat designed to connect Nevada teachers with one another & the rest of the twitter world. Share your thoughts, ideas, solutions and connect with not only Nevada educators but educators across Twitter. Join us 7:30 PM pst every Thursday for a 1/2 hour of #eduawesomeness
Thursday April 21, 2016
Intro yourself! give a shout out to some friends and get ready for a half an hour of awesomeness!
The format tonight is no format! tweet out a question-engage in discussion-share ideas & resources
, hi, Ann Marie Dickson, proud principal of Elmcrest ES
Hi, Ana from Reno. Who's already planning for next school year? So many things I wanted to do but ran out of time this yr.
Hey Its time for bring your topics!
Hey Ana! awesome to have you here!
Hey Andy! great to have you here!
Awesome to have you here Sarah!
thanks for the shout out Kyle! We'll miss you!
saw Veterans on the news for Skiing how cool!
right on Rep'n the west from the east!
such an amazing trip for kids-they were so stoked!
I wonder when we can get first dibs on the Harriet Tubman $20, beautiful pic of D.C
I have questions. So many questions
Kaitlyn here from Baltimore! Sorry I'm late!
awesome to have you here Kait!
Heidi from Las Vegas joining late
Awesome to have you Heidi!
I teach on block so I have about 15 days left w/my kiddos. What are you all doing to go out on a high note?
Is interested in a book study? Self Regulation by Cash & applying task rotations based on the brain? Maybe over Summer 😁
How do you invest Ss in spelling tests (I hate them 2 but have to give them) I've tried text words home, rewards, etc
Here's one-how can we improve assessments to get quality normed data that doesn't wipe kids out?
Is everyone knee deep in testing? What strategies do you have to keep Ss and Ts spirits up during this time?
End of the year projects for summarize assessments.
I do not give spelling test. I use Words Their Way to assist in reading & writing.
teachers make a difference.. So evaluate the heck out of em?
and the testing coordinators! We need to allow Ss to take breaks to focus https://t.co/m4RT3YTE8S
Is everyone knee deep in testing? What strategies do you have to keep Ss and Ts spirits up during this time?
Troy from CO glad to be here
taking my 5th graders camping for 2 nts & 3 days, last week of school, candy leis, time capsules to be open in 2023
Love 21CLD but don't see creativity in there. What's up w that?
Right on! glad you made it Troy! everyone needs to follow Troy! check out
agree-we need to ensure that evaluations allow for opportunities for growth/coaching not punishment https://t.co/JdIdz0xlqO
teachers make a difference.. So evaluate the heck out of em?
How do your encourage Ts to step out of the box &meet Ss needs,interest,best practice, &teach new material or differently yrly?
not familiar with 21CLD? 21st century learning .....
yes, teachers matter so nurture them and let them grow
Great ideas! think our stresses may get transferred 2 Ss-need 2 C see tests as 1 piece not whole puzzle https://t.co/hN9qHUF5al
spirit week prior to the week of testing is always fun and pumped the kids up! We have a pep rally too!
yes you may know as Washoe 21st century learning framework
testing is nuts, I remind Ss that they "got this," & lots of science hands on activities afterwards, hydroponics, terrariums
When we were testing I would use Plan engaging activities, provide snacks for them. https://t.co/aKxEEYQCgz
Is everyone knee deep in testing? What strategies do you have to keep Ss and Ts spirits up during this time?
yes-need to build in more genius projects to allow them to get creative before & after https://t.co/d2UuM75dys
testing is nuts, I remind Ss that they "got this," & lots of science hands on activities afterwards, hydroponics, terrariums
That is great to hear! :)
including inviting others in, Urban Roots & Nevada Teach have been in my class this month in between testing days
excellent. I taught my AP kids that the ability to remain calm was crucial test taking skill
need to create freedom to fail-time 2 C each other experiment & share ideas https://t.co/8z3uMcLoLe
How do your encourage Ts to step out of the box &meet Ss needs,interest,best practice, &teach new material or differently yrly?
geesh. I'm 24 mins late!! Hi folks!
also start sharing Ss-when we share Ss they get experience of different teaching styles-need this more in ES
Since we are all (?) taking PARCC, could be fun to tweet/connect some classrooms w/good luck messages! Unite Ss across the US!
Ana, where are you going ⛺ camping?! So wonderful
- - let her kids vote on an art activity and they made awesome angry bird drawings!
How do we assist them when they are reluctant or think Ss shld just meet them bc this is how I have always taught.
Great Idea! we are taking SBAC for the next 2 weeks tweet us at https://t.co/AZDgoxC7P4
Since we are all (?) taking PARCC, could be fun to tweet/connect some classrooms w/good luck messages! Unite Ss across the US!
I'm so excited to go back to the classroom next year. I have so many plans! I find it invigorating
Grizzly Creek w/SNJ, I'm so excited I even bought a Raiders camouflage hat & a tie dying class kit 😀
Can't wait to hear what happens I. Your classroom!!
