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MrsMurat Mar 22 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Ss combat haters and trolls. Would love your feedback! TY! https://t.co/Ru9BpBE7hm #mntedu #caththeoedchat #connectedtl #edbean #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #MTedchat! Our topic tonight is “Springtime Momentum” Please take a moment to introduce yourself: name, role, and location.

lfoltos Mar 22 @ 10:00 PM EDT

HI. Les. Seattle Peer Coaching #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Take a moment to tag a colleague to the chat! Give a shout-out as an invitation to join! #MTedchat

jwbrackney Mar 22 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Jennifer Brackney, Middle School Math Teacher, Billings MT #MTedchat #mctmmath

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Chat will be typical Q1, A1 format. Include #MTedchat on every post. You might find it handy to use Tweetchat https://t.co/ES5EublVE1

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:02 PM EDT

"Springtime Momentum" #MTedchat Tonight at 8:00 PM MST @lorilovesbooks @jarvisplc @danburf @LeAnneYenny

cybraryman1 Mar 22 @ 10:02 PM EDT

My Spring page https://t.co/CJInyxEkV8 #MTedchat Spring ahead to new adventures and learning.

timlriley Mar 22 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hello #MTedchat Tim in Omaha

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:03 PM EDT

All chats will be archived at https://t.co/MK3McLUKw8 #MTedchat

wlweber Mar 22 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Bill. Lurker. Wisconsin. #MTedchat

zoomddy Mar 22 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Brett Nichols. Billings Senior High. Social Studies and funky enough to be a Globetrotter. #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Your moderator tonight will be @cristama. Be looking for questions coming from @cristama to join the conversation. #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:03 PM EDT

"Springtime Momentum" #MTedchat Tonight at 8:00 PM MST @mikegusto @montanaopi @adewitt2 @MitchChampagne

KamRenae Mar 22 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hey fellow #mtedchat tweeps Kam joining from Hardin Middle School

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Question 1 is on its way… #MTedchat

zoomddy Mar 22 @ 10:04 PM EDT

"Springtime Momentum sounds like an Atomic Rooster song. #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q1: Spring is here! With many outside stressors (timelines, schedules, testing, etc) What are you doing to take care of yourself? #MTedchat

wlweber Mar 22 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1: Turning off anything with a screen earlier in the evening and working out with a personal trainer. #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@zoomddy Ha!! That made me giggle. #MTedchat

bookwormmarla Mar 22 @ 10:06 PM EDT

#mtedchat Howdy from Helena - Marla K-5 librarian

jwbrackney Mar 22 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1: Making sure to get a walk in outside everyday as the weather gets better. Yea Sunshine!!! #mtedchat

izzaboo Mar 22 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@cristama A1) my taxes. :-/ #mtedchat

KamRenae Mar 22 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1 #mtedchat I ordered a copy of @thezenteacher 's book today "The Zen Teacher" Creating Focus, Simplicity, and Tranquility in the Classroom

GruntledChalkie Mar 22 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Hi Christa #mtedchat Carl from Emerald Australia Not spring for everyone - days are getting shorter here

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Crista Anderson, PK-8 Principal at Dixon School. So happy to be here! Welcome to all! #MTedchat

lfoltos Mar 22 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1 Walkin g4-5 mi per day, even in Seattle rain #mtedchat Reading a lot of history

GruntledChalkie Mar 22 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1) I make sure i get a good walk every night. Physical and emotionally rewarding #mtedchat

zoomddy Mar 22 @ 10:07 PM EDT

@cristama How are you tonight? #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: I'm spending a little extra time checking in with my own children. Listening more, talking less. Time at the gym. #MTedchat

bookwormmarla Mar 22 @ 10:08 PM EDT

#mtedchat A1 opting out of nonessential events. Confession: my eyes are bigger than my schedule!

SmebySmeb Mar 22 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Planting a garden and having patience to watch it grow, all while watering & weeding. #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@GruntledChalkie Ah yes! I love that side of the world. My parents lived in Aussie (did we already talk about that?? Deja Vu..) #MTedchat

zoomddy Mar 22 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: Right now I have a salted caramel blizzard, but i like to unwind with a movie. Flash Gordon anyone? #mtedchat https://t.co/9VSzpALBdN

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: I'm finding myself tuning into the smallest positive moments. Smiles in the hallway, sun through the trees, songs on the radio #MTedchat

NiemeyerMr Mar 22 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Travis Niemeyer, K-6 principal in Billings. #mtedchat

NiemeyerMr Mar 22 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1) Trying to spend more time outdoors with my kids. #mtedchat

CubbageTom Mar 22 @ 10:11 PM EDT

#mtedchat I cook some good food and play cards or a board game and laugh with my own kids!

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Embarrassing is... when the moderators computer crashes when the education chat kicks off ;( Good thing you are all pros! #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@zoomddy I'm hanging in there... Long, but productive...and positive day. How are YOU? #MTedchat

kellyhaydenmt Mar 22 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Kelly Hayden, 5th grade teacher. Bozeman. A1: I am trying to slow down & appreciate small moments. Also more outside time. #mtedchat

lfoltos Mar 22 @ 10:12 PM EDT

tech only fails when you need it. #mtedchat https://t.co/3DozrMmBmF

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Embarrassing is... when the moderators computer crashes when the education chat kicks off ;( Good thing you are all pros! #MTedchat

CubbageTom Mar 22 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@SmebySmeb #mtedchat I love gardening and while I don't eat raw tomatoes I love growing them cooking with them and giving them away.

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@lfoltos This is VERY true... And... typically user error (did I just say that out loud? ;) #mtedchat

GruntledChalkie Mar 22 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@cristama I do recall the conversation. Still it's a long autumn, we are getting 25 degree days still) #MTedchat

zoomddy Mar 22 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@cristama Perfect. #mtedchat

tiffbutton Mar 22 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A1: Trying to get rest. NOT HAPPENING. Lol. Not procrastinating on things and making sure I take the time to do something I love. #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@CubbageTom @SmebySmeb How perfect! I love accepting the fresh produce from others' gardens ;) #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Q2: What are you doing to counter all the other stressors Ss face at this time of year? Things you could do? #MTedchat

CubbageTom Mar 22 @ 10:15 PM EDT

#mtedchat Hi all I teach biology, AP biology, Speech and Debate at CMR HS in Great Falls MT.

tiffbutton Mar 22 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Hey #MTedchat Tiffany from Bama checking in

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@tiffbutton Welcome Tiffany!! I know... not procrastinating is hard.. Esp when favorite modes are USEFUL (@Twitter @Pinterest :0) #mtedchat

zoomddy Mar 22 @ 10:16 PM EDT

@tiffbutton . Hi Tiffany, how are you? #mtedchat

GruntledChalkie Mar 22 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2) I think it's just important to plan. Get little things done so there is time for big things. #MTedchat

GruntledChalkie Mar 22 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@bookwormmarla Thank you. Enjoying last nights leftover lasgna #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@kellyhaydenmt Welcome Kelly! Glad to see you! Vitamin D is vital right now. #mtedchat

CubbageTom Mar 22 @ 10:17 PM EDT

#mtedchat A2 Tough questions, I teach AP so know they are stress monkeys, I do some fun labs like training baby chicks and roasting coffee.

SmebySmeb Mar 22 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: I teach ELAR, let the Ss have choice in the books they read & this is crazy- READ FOR FUN! #mtedchat

jwbrackney Mar 22 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2) Finding ways to get my Ss up and moving. Keep math tasks engaging and interesting. #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:18 PM EDT

RT @jwbrackney A2) Finding ways to get my Ss up and moving. Keep math tasks engaging and interesting. (Yes! Movement is huge!) #mtedchat

NiemeyerMr Mar 22 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2) We are having a Ss v. Staff basketball game in lieu of recess. Music, sport & fun. #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:18 PM EDT

RT @SmebySmeb A2: I teach ELAR, let the Ss have choice in the books they read & this is crazy- READ FOR FUN! (Yes, CRAZY ;) #mtedchat

bookwormmarla Mar 22 @ 10:18 PM EDT

#mtedchat A2 Elem Ss not so stressed - just a little crazy. Solution - be crazier than they are (in a good way.)

GruntledChalkie Mar 22 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Yes I'll be injecting all teh alpacas with Vitamin D over Easter so they don't get rickets over winter #MTedchat https://t.co/M16RWwPQdM

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@kellyhaydenmt Welcome Kelly! Glad to see you! Vitamin D is vital right now. #mtedchat

zoomddy Mar 22 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A2: We've been having a little fun, switching things up. Also we ran thru 3 chaps as a project rather than normal class. #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A2: We are really pumping up our positive behavior reinforcements. Also, getting kids outside for authentic learning #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A2: We are also finding opportunities for students to contribute to the community. Service learning..distract from "self" a bit. #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:20 PM EDT

RT @bookwormmarla #mtedchat A2 Elem Ss not so stressed - just a little crazy. Solution - be crazier than they are (in a good way.) (GENIUS!)

tiffbutton Mar 22 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A2: It's okay for school to be fun at this time #MTedchat

kellyhaydenmt Mar 22 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A2: Trying to engage students in exciting / authentic learning with more choice. #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:21 PM EDT

RT @NiemeyerMr A2) We are having a Ss v. Staff basketball game in lieu of recess. Music, sport & fun. (LOVE this. Proactive!) #mtedchat

zoomddy Mar 22 @ 10:21 PM EDT

That is a sentence I never thought I would read. #mtedchat https://t.co/LCRmhgyMXS

GruntledChalkie Mar 22 @ 10:18 PM EDT
Yes I'll be injecting all teh alpacas with Vitamin D over Easter so they don't get rickets over winter #MTedchat https://t.co/M16RWwPQdM
- cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:17 PM EDT
  
  @kellyhaydenmt Welcome Kelly! Glad to see you! Vitamin D is vital right now. #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@GruntledChalkie Ha! Yes! That was exactly what I was thinking ;) #MTedchat

cwdexter Mar 22 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Chris from East Helena 7th grade Lang Arts-- sorry I'm late! #mtedchat

CubbageTom Mar 22 @ 10:22 PM EDT

@tiffbutton It had better be fun for everyone teachers included at least some of the time or we are all in trouble! #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Yes! Authentic positivity. Stick around :) There is question about goals, etc. too. Focus forward. Always #MTedchat https://t.co/bGNukXJwrw

JApostol3 Mar 22 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@cristama A2) De-stressing Ss always starts with the T. If the T is stressed, the Ss see it. Maintain positivity all the time. #mtchat

cwdexter Mar 22 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A2: We had a school wide social media awareness day recently. Ss and staff enjoyed it. #mtedchat

GruntledChalkie Mar 22 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@zoomddy That's because you are a dinosaur and alpacas are scared of dinosaurs #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:24 PM EDT

@cwdexter Hi Chris!! No problem!! Glad you made it! #mtedchat

JordanFrotz Mar 22 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Checking in late, Jordan Frotz, currently student teaching in Missoula #mtedchat

zoomddy Mar 22 @ 10:24 PM EDT

That is true on many levels. #mtedchat https://t.co/A9m1fx7741

GruntledChalkie Mar 22 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@zoomddy That's because you are a dinosaur and alpacas are scared of dinosaurs #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Q3: Have you been inspired through this chat, PD, reading, or networking, to try a new strategy, tool, or project this spring? #MTedchat

bookwormmarla Mar 22 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@cwdexter Saw it in the paper - congrats! #MTedchat

JordanFrotz Mar 22 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A2)just setting up a time for a breather. Free write, read, or draw. Focus on being calm and ready for the rest of the tough stuff #mtedchat

GruntledChalkie Mar 22 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3) Got me thinking about making more use of outdoors. Might take class to quarry across road to look at geology #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@JApostol3 TOTALLY agree... Q1 geared toward teacher/leader/staff self-care. this time of year can 'win' if you aren't strategic #mtedchat

KamRenae Mar 22 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3 #mtedchat I have read two books this past month that inspired me "ditch that textbook" by @jmattmiller & john wooden's "my personal best"

SmebySmeb Mar 22 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: Inspired by professional reading & collaborating with the teachers I am working with. Teacher enthusiasm is catching. #mtedchat

cwdexter Mar 22 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: Just participating in the chat keeps me going and inspired. Love the insights, ideas, and motivation! #mtedchat

JApostol3 Mar 22 @ 10:28 PM EDT

@JApostol3 sorry friends, forgot the Ed in #mtedchat

CubbageTom Mar 22 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A3 Wow just being on chat has been awesome, I have gotten many ideas, but the community and teaching as craft has been energizing.#mtedchat

zoomddy Mar 22 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A3: Absolutely! Real question is "will you find time to try something new this spring?" #mtedchat #frazzled https://t.co/SWOWszGw9B

cwdexter Mar 22 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A3: I also work with great Ts who help make even tough days manageable. #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:28 PM EDT

@JApostol3 @JApostol3 ;) No problem! I'll Retweet those that were missed! #mtedchat

NiemeyerMr Mar 22 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Networking: did a QR code egg hunt for Ts throughout school. Code inside for prize in basket A,B,or C. #mtedchat https://t.co/V5d2DZQjTf

jwbrackney Mar 22 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A3 Came across this blog post earlier tonight and I am intrigued - math review strategy https://t.co/hNiEzG2GKJ #mtedchat #mctmmath

tiffbutton Mar 22 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A2: By taking a moment to reflect. Let's see where we were compared to now, and see where we are going for the future #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Welcome Jay! Glad to have you!! #MTedchat https://t.co/5rc36rdpBh

JApostol3 Mar 22 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Hello, friends! Jay from SW Missouri #MTchat

cwdexter Mar 22 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@NiemeyerMr What a great and fun idea!! #mtedchat

KamRenae Mar 22 @ 10:29 PM EDT

#mtedchat I also ordered "The Zen Teacher" by Dan Tricarico @thezenteacher today!!

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:30 PM EDT

#MTedchat Good point! https://t.co/er8rden4mO

JApostol3 Mar 22 @ 10:22 PM EDT

@cristama Q2 could also be asked of Ts as we near testing season #mtchat

CubbageTom Mar 22 @ 10:30 PM EDT

@cwdexter How true, the check in and know there are people here that have the same experience is great! #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:30 PM EDT

#MTedchat https://t.co/bGNukXJwrw

JApostol3 Mar 22 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@cristama A2) De-stressing Ss always starts with the T. If the T is stressed, the Ss see it. Maintain positivity all the time. #mtchat

NiemeyerMr Mar 22 @ 10:31 PM EDT

A3) Here were codes if anyone wants to use QR code egg hunt. #mtedchat https://t.co/1lLlMxLIcl

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:31 PM EDT

@CubbageTom Yes!! I feel that every single week. Motivates, encourages, supports, and comforts. Doesn't get better than that. #mtedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:32 PM EDT

So late! Nikki, K1, Bozeman #MTedchat

kellyhaydenmt Mar 22 @ 10:32 PM EDT

A3: Trying to build momentum with a school hashtag to "share the awesome" at our school. #HALearns #MTEdChat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:32 PM EDT

@kbaldwin Yeah, @niemeyerMr is kinda a big deal ;0) (Hi Travis ;) Thanks for sharing the goodness ;) #mtedchat

SmebySmeb Mar 22 @ 10:33 PM EDT

@NiemeyerMr What a cool idea & students get to use their phones at school. #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:33 PM EDT

RT @kellyhaydenmt A3: Trying to build momentum with a school hashtag to "share the awesome" at our school. #HALearns (SWEET!!!) #mtedchat

bookwormmarla Mar 22 @ 10:33 PM EDT

A3 tried the brochure maker on ReadWriteThink - a little complicated for elem, but we made it! #MTedchat

St006C Mar 22 @ 10:33 PM EDT

Courtney K Seattle #mtedchat

kellyhaydenmt Mar 22 @ 10:34 PM EDT

A3: Also trying to incorporate STEM in our annual art auction. Ss are designing a chicken coop to auction off. #MTedchat

St006C Mar 22 @ 10:34 PM EDT

@NVradenburg Me too!! #teacherlife #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Q4: With so many great resources to find inspiration, what is a fave blog, site, podcast, tool or book you’d like to share out? #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:35 PM EDT

A3 Working on a gamified science unit right now b/c of @TriSciCurious and @jhenze44 #MTedchat

NiemeyerMr Mar 22 @ 10:35 PM EDT

@SmebySmeb It was actually for Ts, but students quickly started helping find eggs. Only one egg could be claimed for prize per T. #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:36 PM EDT

Any tools or documents you share can be found in the archives at our site...so share and share often ;) #MTedchat

St006C Mar 22 @ 10:36 PM EDT

@cristama what is Q3 plz? just got here #solate #mtedchat

zoomddy Mar 22 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A4: https://t.co/BUrRmiKhPG is fun for Social Studies. #mtedchat

EHartmanEnglish Mar 22 @ 10:36 PM EDT

Hi #MTedchat, a bit late. Erica, English BSH in Billings, MT.

jwbrackney Mar 22 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A4) Best PD resource for math Ts - Twitter and #MTBos. #MTEDCHAT #mctmamth

KamRenae Mar 22 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A4 #mtedchat I refer daily to @alicekeeler @ShakeUpLearning @jmattmiller

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:37 PM EDT

@St006C 3: Have you been inspired through this chat, PD, reading, or networking, to try new strategy, tool or project this spring? #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:37 PM EDT

A4 started using/learning about iTunes University for both PD and LMS w/ iPads #MTedchat

cwdexter Mar 22 @ 10:37 PM EDT

A4: I've been using @arielsacks Whole Novels book. Loving it! Also incorporating Notice and Note by @KyleneBeers and @BobProbst. #mtedchat

bookwormmarla Mar 22 @ 10:37 PM EDT

A4 other librarians I follow on Twitter - e.g. Colet Bartow, Stony Evans and more #MTedchat

St006C Mar 22 @ 10:37 PM EDT

Shifting from check to create understanding #brilliant #mtedchat #kinderchat #teacherfriends https://t.co/zZ0lNm6OTE

KyleneBeers Mar 22 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5 If Ts shift fr talk to check for understanding to talk to create understanding, S-centered emerges.#laedchat https://t.co/v69Pebx4N3

JApostol3 Mar 22 @ 10:38 PM EDT

A3) if not inspired, definitely reinforces the things we do everyday as leaders in the class, dept, or building. #mtedchat

JordanFrotz Mar 22 @ 10:38 PM EDT

A4) https://t.co/YY2F9PZcQU pretty fun for MT History #mtedchat

EHartmanEnglish Mar 22 @ 10:38 PM EDT

A3: Monday am needed fast figurative Lang assessment so bit bullet and used google forms. Kind of foolish for not using sooner!!#MTedchat

St006C Mar 22 @ 10:38 PM EDT

A3) YES!! I got my kids #coding this wk with @code.org #StarWars #iteachk #mtedchat

jwbrackney Mar 22 @ 10:38 PM EDT

A4) Best PD resource for math Ts - Twitter and #MTBos. #mtedchat #mctmmath

CubbageTom Mar 22 @ 10:39 PM EDT

A4 For science I love Paul Andersons Bozemanscience and https://t.co/04Ao0sdgED (tons of video and labs by teachers ready to use!) #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:39 PM EDT

A4: Hmmm... Some specific sites I LOVE @diy @wonderopolis @teachingchannel @brainpop @newsela @edutopia @NYTimesLearning #mtedchat

NiemeyerMr Mar 22 @ 10:39 PM EDT

A4) Crash Course by @kimbearden will lift you up and inspire you to truly find the gifts in T-ing and Ss. #mtedchat

SmebySmeb Mar 22 @ 10:39 PM EDT

Jen Serravallo's book. Awesome! #mtedchat https://t.co/2QtvHSdTms

AbbyKennell Mar 22 @ 10:40 PM EDT

Abby, Asst Principal, Cedar Park, Texas #MTedchat

cwdexter Mar 22 @ 10:40 PM EDT

#mtedchat Shameless plug..also excited 4 EdCampMT-West @mbender406 & I r planning!! Sign up https://t.co/iolzQuaEVG https://t.co/RcEBK2mSRr

kellyhaydenmt Mar 22 @ 10:40 PM EDT

A4: This year, lots of great ideas from inspiring teachers and organizations on Twitter. A lot already mentioned. #MTedchat

EHartmanEnglish Mar 22 @ 10:40 PM EDT

A4: I can believe the info @alicekeeler sends across every day! MANY tricks to try or complete overhauls to make happen. #MTedchat

JApostol3 Mar 22 @ 10:41 PM EDT

A4) Try @voxer as a way to create a PLN that you can interact in ways that Twitter does not. #mtedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:41 PM EDT

@CubbageTom I do too! Just figuring it all out. Created my first course this week and used it w/ Ss Love it so far. #mtedchat

NiemeyerMr Mar 22 @ 10:41 PM EDT

A4)End of Molasses Classes by @ronclarkacademy s Ron Clark is sure to give ideas to step it up a notch until year's end & beyond. #mtedchat

St006C Mar 22 @ 10:42 PM EDT

A4) I also LOVE gonoodle! did any1 say Pop See Ko 2.0? #mtedchat #iteachk

cwdexter Mar 22 @ 10:42 PM EDT

@EHartmanEnglish @alicekeeler I saw her in Billings at Google training in October. Excellent!! #mtedchat

EHartmanEnglish Mar 22 @ 10:42 PM EDT

Love @Newsela as well! Wish more time in day to use all amazing info out there! #MTedchat have to check out others! https://t.co/P5tim7z3i2

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:39 PM EDT

A4: Hmmm... Some specific sites I LOVE @diy @wonderopolis @teachingchannel @brainpop @newsela @edutopia @NYTimesLearning #mtedchat

NiemeyerMr Mar 22 @ 10:43 PM EDT

@JApostol3 @voxer We have a group for #MTedchat!

NVradenburg - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:44 PM EDT

A4 also love @participatelrn for curating resources #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:44 PM EDT

A4: Unfluences @triscicurious @nvradenburg @curricblog @rosaisaiah @education_geek @cybraryman1 @donalynbooks @rafranzdavis #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:44 PM EDT

RT @NVradenburg A4 also love @participatelrn for curating resources (QUICKLY becoming a favorite) #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:45 PM EDT

Q5: Does your school, district, or class have any Spring traditions? Celebrations? #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:45 PM EDT

@NiemeyerMr @JApostol3 @voxer Yes! You can find me there as @cristama too... I'll add you if you message me your ID #mtedchat

EHartmanEnglish Mar 22 @ 10:46 PM EDT

It was a fun Halloween learning overload day! I scored 3D printed sheets that reminds me to go for it. #MTedchat https://t.co/2trjUlbK23

cwdexter Mar 22 @ 10:42 PM EDT

@EHartmanEnglish @alicekeeler I saw her in Billings at Google training in October. Excellent!! #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:46 PM EDT

@zoomddy HAH!! I know.. I was laughing too... I ran out of characters and had to improvise ;) #MTedchat

zoomddy Mar 22 @ 10:46 PM EDT

A5: We have a big "Celebrate Senior" assembly where we honor all our diversity. #mtedchat

St006C Mar 22 @ 10:46 PM EDT

A5) No sch, wide trads. #kinders have a family picnic in June #mtedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:47 PM EDT

A5 we have a school garden art auction concerts lots of field trips #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:47 PM EDT

@EHartmanEnglish @Newsela Yes! That's part of why I love this network... Peer-reviewed resources... Efficient. ;) #MTedchat

St006C Mar 22 @ 10:47 PM EDT

@kellyhaydenmt @cristama @rachelmarker I LOVE #edcamp #mtedchat

cwdexter Mar 22 @ 10:47 PM EDT

A5: Great student talent show-so many talented kids out there! #mtedchat

KamRenae Mar 22 @ 10:47 PM EDT

A5 #mtedchat we do a biggest loser weight loss challenge among staff!!

NiemeyerMr Mar 22 @ 10:48 PM EDT

@KamRenae @JApostol3 Ha Ha! Nice to have ppl 2 talk 2 and brilliant ppl 2 keep us going that share a love for T-ing and L-ing. #MTedchat

zoomddy Mar 22 @ 10:48 PM EDT

A5.1: i have noticed another semi-tradition which I am calling "The Snoozing of the Sophomores." :} #mtedchat

St006C Mar 22 @ 10:48 PM EDT

@cwdexter @kellyhaydenmt @cristama @rachelmarker It's a little far.... #mtedchat

EHartmanEnglish Mar 22 @ 10:48 PM EDT

Exactly! Can jump in, get fast info/ ideas and process later! It's really amazing when you think about it.#MTedchat https://t.co/WOTXzxMmDK

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:47 PM EDT

@EHartmanEnglish @Newsela Yes! That's part of why I love this network... Peer-reviewed resources... Efficient. ;) #MTedchat

CubbageTom Mar 22 @ 10:49 PM EDT

We also do a Senior celebration the last day our seniors are at school and it is a talent show/slideshow #mtedchat https://t.co/hqGj5WuEEv

zoomddy Mar 22 @ 10:46 PM EDT

A5: We have a big "Celebrate Senior" assembly where we honor all our diversity. #mtedchat

SmebySmeb Mar 22 @ 10:49 PM EDT

A5: Fiesta! A huge celebration in San Antonio, Tx. We celebrate ;) & the Ss learn about local culture, all while having fun. #mtedchat

kellyhaydenmt Mar 22 @ 10:49 PM EDT

A5: A Celebration of Children and the Arts. 5th graders also have a "Fly Away" ceremony to celebrate growth & readiness for MS. #MTEdchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:50 PM EDT

A5: An interesting part of my new school experience is the large light on traditional events, holidays.. It's GOOD...just new. #mtedchat

EHartmanEnglish Mar 22 @ 10:51 PM EDT

#MTedchat sidebar: I LOVE the exploding confetti celebration Twitter ❤️ button!!! Makes me happy!!

bookwormmarla Mar 22 @ 10:51 PM EDT

The Vigilante Parade! Started way back early 1900s to address hostility between our two high schools. #MTedchat

zoomddy Mar 22 @ 10:51 PM EDT

HAH! #mtedchat https://t.co/jmLZpZxZwN

CubbageTom Mar 22 @ 10:50 PM EDT

Its not really a tradition as much as an epidemic! https://t.co/h2FqLp2QRQ

EHartmanEnglish Mar 22 @ 10:51 PM EDT

@cristama #MTedchat Such as? Curious about what you're celebrating.

St006C Mar 22 @ 10:51 PM EDT

@cwdexter Actually, I will be in MT that week...road trip!!! I will see! #teacherpd #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:52 PM EDT

A5: A fav3 library-media friend (ehem.. @mnokelby) does great EGG-Stravaganza project. Kids create book setting incorporating egg #mtedchat

JApostol3 Mar 22 @ 10:53 PM EDT

A5) Field day, dodge ball, reward trips, talent show w/ Ts participating too (and principal) :) #mtedchat

rachelmarker Mar 22 @ 10:53 PM EDT

@KamRenae Join #ditchbook on Thursdays, 8pm MST w @jmattmiller! #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:53 PM EDT

@EHartmanEnglish Was transformative for me. Everything in edu became dynamic. My attitude, my plans, the experiences I provided Ss #MTedchat

JordanFrotz Mar 22 @ 10:54 PM EDT

@cristama the kids at Paxson are loving this! #mtedchat

SmebySmeb Mar 22 @ 10:55 PM EDT

@JApostol3 I always think it is cool when the principal is so involved. #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:55 PM EDT

Q6: With three quarters of the year past, what do you do to encourage students (and yourself) to reflect on growth? Set goals? #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:55 PM EDT

@JordanFrotz Ha! YES! Their librarian is very good friends with Michele. They collaborate on ideas a TON. Great things! #mtedchat

NiemeyerMr Mar 22 @ 10:55 PM EDT

A5) We will have house reward for 3rd Quarter champions. Want to bring back talent show. #mtedchat

EHartmanEnglish Mar 22 @ 10:55 PM EDT

Celebrate Senior Assembly 2015 on Vimeo #Mtedchat https://t.co/FOBsjd12Vw

JordanFrotz Mar 22 @ 10:56 PM EDT

@cristama #MTedchat a few of my kids have done graphic novels for their project. Awesome to see different types of books represented!!

EHartmanEnglish Mar 22 @ 10:56 PM EDT

A5: BSH does a "Celebrate Senior" assembly. Everything celebrated. Occasional staff flash mob. Good times. #Mtedchat see Vimeo.

cwdexter Mar 22 @ 10:56 PM EDT

Have to go! Sign up for EdCampMT-West Tues, Aug.2, 9-4 in East Helena https://t.co/iolzQuaEVG #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:56 PM EDT

@EHartmanEnglish I've historically been in schools where holidays were,minimized(?). Where I am now, it is a huge part of culture. #mtedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:56 PM EDT

A6 Spring break last week was refreshing, came back this week ready to try new things #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:57 PM EDT

Challenge: Reach out to another educator in your community to include in next week’s discussion. #MTedchat

KamRenae Mar 22 @ 10:57 PM EDT

A6 #mtedchat we continue to use video reflections and guest observers to help us glow on and grow on various aspects of our classroom

SmebySmeb Mar 22 @ 10:57 PM EDT

A6: Show Ss the goals the have achieved & set some new ones. #rockedthatgoal #mtedchat

CubbageTom Mar 22 @ 10:58 PM EDT

A6 its a combination of modeling and sharing my own reflection and growth with my Ss its important for them and me. #mtedchat

bookwormmarla Mar 22 @ 10:58 PM EDT

I collect Ss lexile ranges and make stickers with NEW scores to put over the old stickers on the back of their cards. #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:58 PM EDT

A6 This time of year is magic in K1 b/c everyone “gets it” lots of great things happening in my room this week! #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:58 PM EDT

@EHartmanEnglish Holiday program, an Egg hunt, etc. But, variety... This week we take over the Senior Center to cook their lunch #mtedchat

St006C Mar 22 @ 10:58 PM EDT

W/ some "slight" arm twisting @NVradenburg & @cwdexter got me to sgn up for #edcampmt #mtedchat #ilovetwitterchats :)

kellyhaydenmt Mar 22 @ 10:59 PM EDT

A6: Ss are goal setting for final trimester. Ss track characteristic goals daily. My goal is to keep Ss engaged & happy. #MTEdchat

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:59 PM EDT

Until next week, keep the conversation going by including #MTedchat in your tweets.

cristama - Moderator Mar 22 @ 10:59 PM EDT

@EHartmanEnglish I actually am really appreciating the ceremony and tradition that draws the community in. Pretty special. #mtedchat

St006C Mar 22 @ 10:59 PM EDT

A6) my Ss r rocking opinion writing! just working on better reasoning. #mtedchat

CubbageTom Mar 22 @ 10:59 PM EDT

@NVradenburg I am on spring break now and it is great, and it shows how much #mtedchat is a help as here I am!