#BmoreEdchat Archive

#BmoreEdchat is a weekly chat from Baltimore, MD that inspires educators to #Bmore for their students and school communities.

Wednesday November 14, 2018
9:00 PM EST

  • MrsMurat Nov 14 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Have 3 minutes to leave feedback on our student app/extension reviews? TY! https://t.co/mOYv3qH04E #BmoreEdChat
  • bmoreedchat - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #BmoreEdchat this evening! Please intro yourself with your name, role, & location! Remember to always use our #BmoreEdchat hashtag in your tweets! Tonight's format will be Q1 & A1!
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Hey #BmoreEdchat crew! Justin Resident Principal @RPEMS233 here this evening! Thanks to @RaeLymer for moderating!
  • kstoryscotti Nov 14 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Hi! Katie Scotti, 4th grade ELA/SS Thomas Johnson in Baltimore City! #BmoreEdchat
  • bmoreedchat - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:03 PM EST
    As our #BmoreEdchat community arrives, check out this great opportunity! Would you like to meet the educators who you collaborate with every #BmoreEdchat in person? Join us Wednesday December 12th for a #BmoreEdchat LIVE event! Sign up here: https://t.co/2UHmwYusni
  • EquitableAccess Nov 14 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Lisa from Kennedy Krieger Institute - assistant director of a teacher training program. Hi #BmoreEdchat folks!
  • mshowardrms Nov 14 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Hi #BmoreEdchat, I'm a 7th grade gifted and talented math teacher @TeamRidgely. I'm super excited to be a part of this chat as I am in currently in a @LoyolaEducation technology master's program!
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:04 PM EST
    hey Lisa! Welcome back! Thanks for jumping into #BmoreEdchat this evening!
    In reply to @EquitableAccess
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Jessica, Ed Specialist for Digital Innovation & Social Studies at ESC Region 12 in TX #BmoreEdchat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Questions will be dropping from our @bmoreedchat handle this evening! First one drops in one min! #BmoreEdChat
  • bmoreedchat - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Q1: What do you think a gifted student would want their teacher(s) to know? #BmoreEdchat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:06 PM EST
    thanks for joining #BmoreEdchat tonight! @LoyolaEducation is the best!!!!!
    In reply to @mshowardrms, @TeamRidgely, @LoyolaEducation, @LoyolaEducation
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:06 PM EST
    A1: Gifted kids want to be seen, heard, and acknowledged. They want to know that their teachers will challenge and inspire them to grow, not sit on the sidelines. #BmoreEdChat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:07 PM EST
    A1: They want to know that you care and that they matter in the classroom. #BmoreEdchat
  • EssexElemLib Nov 14 @ 9:07 PM EST
    #BmoreEdchat Ashley Gerke, from Baltimore, Library Media Specialist
  • kstoryscotti Nov 14 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Gifted students want to know that their learning style is valued and supported #BmoreEdChat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:08 PM EST
    hey Ashley! Welcome to #BmoreEdchat this evening!!! Thanks for being here!
    In reply to @EssexElemLib
  • MoralesPattie Nov 14 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Pattie Morales -Instructional Technology Specialist in Milwaukee. Hoping @MissGoeb is lurking with me tonight! #BmoreEdchat
  • ROAR84mcclure Nov 14 @ 9:08 PM EST
    @bmoreedchat Rebecca McClure TJEMS 84 5th Grade ELA and GAL pullout #BmoreEdchat Excited for this chat!
  • MoralesPattie Nov 14 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1) that being gifted doesn’t always mean you’re a super star in everything. Challenge where it’s appropriate and support where it’s needed. #BmoreEdchat
  • EquitableAccess Nov 14 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: I think gifted students want what all learners want; a chance to feel joy in learning. #BmoreEdchat
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: They would want them to know that not everything comes easy to me...sometimes they really don’t want to tutor other kids...understanding why some people don’t get it like they do can be frustrating #BmoreEdchat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:10 PM EST
    So simple yet so pertinent. #BmoreEdchat
  • erintheeducator Nov 14 @ 9:11 PM EST
    That gifted Ss need encouragement + supportive relationships just like other Ss. While being peer helpers/Ts can be fun, sometimes you want to tackle puzzles with other Ss like you. #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • mshowardrms Nov 14 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: Ss want to be appreciated for their hard work and motivation. They want their work to be seen, heard and valued. Gifted ss will challenge themselves to reach their fullest potential! #bmoreedchat
  • EquitableAccess Nov 14 @ 9:11 PM EST
    This is such a great point! Students are highly variable and can be gifted in some areas, but need more supports in others. #bmoreEdChat
    • MoralesPattie Nov 14 @ 9:09 PM EST
      A1) that being gifted doesn’t always mean you’re a super star in everything. Challenge where it’s appropriate and support where it’s needed. #BmoreEdchat
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:11 PM EST
    This is so important. GT kids are not tutors, they deserve access to challenging, level-appropriate opportunities! #BmoreEdChat
    • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:09 PM EST
      A1: They would want them to know that not everything comes easy to me...sometimes they really don’t want to tutor other kids...understanding why some people don’t get it like they do can be frustrating #BmoreEdchat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Q2 drops in one minute from our @bmoreedchat handle! Give us a follow! We hit 1,300 followers today! #BmoreEdchat
  • ROAR84mcclure Nov 14 @ 9:13 PM EST
    @bmoreedchat A1: They know almost everything or everything being taught in their classes, but the social part of school might be challenging. #BmoreEdChat
  • MoralesPattie Nov 14 @ 9:13 PM EST
    So true. I had an 8th grader in my office yesterday upset about this in math. They want to move forward and get frustrated. #BmoreEdChat
    • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:09 PM EST
      A1: They would want them to know that not everything comes easy to me...sometimes they really don’t want to tutor other kids...understanding why some people don’t get it like they do can be frustrating #BmoreEdchat
  • bmoreedchat - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Q2: What types of services are your school providing (or should be providing) to gifted, advanced, and talent development learners? #BmoreEdchat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Just a side note...we have educators from Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Texas, California, and Minnesota here tonight on #BmoreEdchat
  • MoralesPattie Nov 14 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Don’t forget Wisconsin! #BmoreEdChat
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A2: Our schools infuse gifted-level curricula, above level standards, strength-based ILPs, and problem-based opportunities for students. One day, I'd love to see all of our schools with a gifted educator who helps drive instruction through a pull-out/push-in model. #BmoreEdChat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2: We have a GAL specialist that pulls student groups and provides enrichment activities and gifted curriculum. Teachers also provide extension activities during small group instruction time. I always love independent learning projects! #BmoreEdChat
  • kstoryscotti Nov 14 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2: we use interest inventories to plan extension activities and projects based on unit themes. We have a fab GAL resource teacher @ROAR84mcclure who supports us all. (Students and adults) We are working to make GAL supports more consistent in all classrooms #BmoreEdchat
  • MoralesPattie Nov 14 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2) we don’t have a lot in place right now, but our new curriculum director has also been an administrator for a gifted and talented program, so I’m very hopeful for some great changes in the school moving forward. #bmoreedchat
  • Bauerb4u Nov 14 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2: We have access to resource teachers from our central office to collaborate with to plan enrichment activities. #BmoreEdchat
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:18 PM EST
    TJEMS has an amazing team of phenomenal educators who are committed to ensuring all students have access to challenging and engaging opportunities. Love it! #bmoreedchat #bmoregifted
    • kstoryscotti Nov 14 @ 9:16 PM EST
      A2: we use interest inventories to plan extension activities and projects based on unit themes. We have a fab GAL resource teacher @ROAR84mcclure who supports us all. (Students and adults) We are working to make GAL supports more consistent in all classrooms #BmoreEdchat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Hey Brian! Thanks for jumping into #BmoreEdchat tonight! Do you guys use a specific planning process?
    In reply to @Bauerb4u
  • PurpleEducator Nov 14 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A1: we have differing needs to! Getting through the work quickly doesn’t mean give me more of the same kind of work. Push my mind! #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: The last district I worked for did pull out groups for a 3 hr period per week...Ss were expected to have their work accelerated so that they would have that time to work on projects...a lot of holes in that system #BmoreEdchat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Hey Ashley! Thanks for jumping into #BmoreEdchat tonight! Good point about the quantity vs. quality of tasks.
    In reply to @PurpleEducator, @bmoreedchat
  • DeVaTeacher1922 Nov 14 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Q2: We have a partnership with Univ of MD School of Medicine, through district office. It's a great partnership but it's only for elementary school. I'd love to see more for middle school. #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • PurpleEducator Nov 14 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: we currently do not have any “AIG” or “GT” programs. We have an honors math class for each middle school grade that takes advanced math to be prepared for Algebra 1 earlier #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:20 PM EST
    This. If you have it, it's your right to move onto something more challenging not to be punished with extra work. #BmoreEdchat
    • PurpleEducator Nov 14 @ 9:18 PM EST
      A1: we have differing needs to! Getting through the work quickly doesn’t mean give me more of the same kind of work. Push my mind! #BmoreEdChat
      In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • MoralesPattie Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2) I’m curious if any of you have seen students enrolled in gifted and talented programs have to stop because the pressure becomes too much? #bmoreedchat
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST
    The GT person would only come in during that 3 hr period...difficulty forming strong relationships/knowing Ss...it was a set project curriculum, so really no choice for Ss...I prefer a Genius Hour format. #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @justincholbrook
  • PurpleEducator Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: I would love to have more opportunities for STEM/hands on learning for my gifted students. Having them take the knowledge that they already have and create with it #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • ROAR84mcclure Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: To add to what @kstoryscotti said. I want to work on supporting the social emotional needs of our GAL students and making sure diverse populations are represented. #BmoreEdChat
  • bmoreedchat - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Q3: What strategies do you use that work for gifted or advanced learners? #BmoreEdchat
  • kstoryscotti Nov 14 @ 9:22 PM EST
    GAL and SEL! Important connection that is often missed. #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @ROAR84mcclure
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Relationships, lack of choice for Ss, Ss not wanting to leave homeroom classes, lack of instructional adjustment by HR Ts so inevitably the Ss missed something. #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @RaeLymer
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:22 PM EST
    @RaeLymer are you familiar with @geniushour ? We should get this rolling for @BaltCitySchools #BmoreEdchat
    • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST
      The GT person would only come in during that 3 hr period...difficulty forming strong relationships/knowing Ss...it was a set project curriculum, so really no choice for Ss...I prefer a Genius Hour format. #BmoreEdchat
      In reply to @justincholbrook
  • ROAR84mcclure Nov 14 @ 9:23 PM EST
    #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @RaeLymer, @kstoryscotti
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:23 PM EST
    check out @breakoutEDU for this! Simple little structure which applies to everything! #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @PurpleEducator, @bmoreedchat, @breakoutEDU
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3: I am a huge proponent of #geniushour and choice and voice for Ss...reach out to @mcnairan3 and @JoyKirr they are phenomenal when it comes to Genius Hour! #BmoreEdchat
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3: Keep an anchor chart of all of the divergent questions kids ask and you have an instant center or positive way to end a class. Ever imagined life if dinosaurs were never extinct? I don't know about you, but I'd love to ride a velociraptor to work every day. #BmoreEdChat
  • lhelton15 Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2 Just jumping in. Our campus invites all students, even gifted, to after school tutoring. Ss on level or above do more enrichment like literature circles #bmoreedchat
  • EquitableAccess Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3: when all students use PBL, students and teachers can set goals that challenge all learners and allows them to focus on their interests to enhance engagement. #BmoreEdchat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST
    hey Lindsey! Thanks for jumping into #BmoreEdchat tonight!
    In reply to @lhelton15
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:25 PM EST
    I LOVE Genius Hour. It's actually a part of our GAL Starter Kits. Let's get it rolling! #BmoreEdChat #BMOREGIFTED
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Welcome to #BmoreEdchat Lindsey!! Guys this is one of my awesome friends from TX!!
    In reply to @lhelton15
  • erintheeducator Nov 14 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2) Many of my schools don’t offer support for gifted Ss. I push for PD & materials for Ts. I did a lot of research on my own as a TAG T. I see the gaps because I was a gifted student w/o support. #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • EquitableAccess Nov 14 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Genius hour is a great way to incorporate challenges and passion projects! #bmoreEdChat
    In reply to @justincholbrook, @RaeLymer, @geniushour, @BaltCitySchools
  • MoralesPattie Nov 14 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3) I try to find solutions that allow students to collaborate while also working within an adaptive program that changes to meet their current needs. #bmoreedchat
  • Bauerb4u Nov 14 @ 9:25 PM EST
    We used @breakoutEDU at my summer camp, Camp Bmore Kids, but I haven't used it in school. #BmoreEdChat @justincholbrook
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A3: Passion projects were my favorite way to extend content! I also am experimenting with providing professional development around @breakoutEDU for our teachers to implement with students. #BmoreEdchat
  • EquitableAccess Nov 14 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Love this idea! #bmoreEdChat
    • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST
      A3: Keep an anchor chart of all of the divergent questions kids ask and you have an instant center or positive way to end a class. Ever imagined life if dinosaurs were never extinct? I don't know about you, but I'd love to ride a velociraptor to work every day. #BmoreEdChat
  • erintheeducator Nov 14 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2) I have seen successful b4 and after school programs school day that give gifted Ss access to different learning + structured play experiences. Also for adults to understand gifted is not synonymous w/ STEM. #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:27 PM EST
    The week after Thanksgiving is the annual #TAGT Conference - Texas GT Conference...follow their hashtag #giftED18 for great session shares. #BmoreEdchat
  • EssexElemLib Nov 14 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Sometimes I have my gifted learners be a buddy to another student. That way they can learn from eachother #BmoreEdchat
  • kstoryscotti Nov 14 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A3: choices! Consider how they best learn-in groups or alone? Would they rather write or type? Is there another book that they’d like to read on the same topic? Kids are always shocked when we give a choice, Bc they aren’t used to it. But it creates investment #BmoreEdChat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Texas rolls squad deep on #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @lhelton15, @Owl_b_TorresEdu
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:28 PM EST
    I'm such a fan of passion projects! I kids doing dissections because they wanted to be surgeons, others building models of buildings in their study of architecture, others learning woodworking... Such an amazing way to engage students and build their expertise. #BmoreEdChat
  • ROAR84mcclure Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A3: Pre-assessment/Post-assessment, compacting curriculum, project/problem based projects, service learning, self-reflection, mentors #BmoreEdChat
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Man, I'd love a trip to Maryland...too bad I'm doing #ISTE certification the next day. #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat, @EssexElemLib
  • bmoreedchat - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Q4:. Should students know whether they are identified as gifted, advanced, or talent development? #BmoreEdchat
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:30 PM EST
    I'm such a fan of passion projects! I had kids doing dissections because they wanted to be surgeons, others building models of buildings in their study of architecture, others learning woodworking... Such an amazing way to engage students and build their expertise. #BmoreEdChat
  • mshowardrms Nov 14 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Such an awesome idea for early finishers... #learningneverstops #BmoreEdchat
    • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST
      A3: Keep an anchor chart of all of the divergent questions kids ask and you have an instant center or positive way to end a class. Ever imagined life if dinosaurs were never extinct? I don't know about you, but I'd love to ride a velociraptor to work every day. #BmoreEdChat
  • GAL_JeannineD Nov 14 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Hello from Jeannine Disviscour pullout GAL for PK - 5 at Moravia Park #BmoreEdChat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3cont: One day when I become a principal I dream of leading a full mastery learning school! My pals @jeffgargas @RaeHughart and @TechieTeachOtt exposed me to @teachbetterteam The Grid Method! #BmoreEdchat
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A4: Personally, I think students should know if they are identified and then provide them with resources and support to navigate what that means for them, their identities, and how they advocate for themselves. #BmoreEdChat
  • DeVaTeacher1922 Nov 14 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Q4. Yes #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • ROAR84mcclure Nov 14 @ 9:31 PM EST
    So true! #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @kstoryscotti
  • lhelton15 Nov 14 @ 9:31 PM EST
    I have noticed more gifted students that still struggle in academic areas like their peers or have holes in their foundations. It can make compacting challenging. #bmoreedchat
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A4: Yes, Ss should know their strengths and weaknesses and if there are tags attached to them, simply for the fact that I want them to be able to advocate for themselves. #BmoreEdchat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Here you go #BmoreEdchat @geniushour just jumped into our chat!
  • erintheeducator Nov 14 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A4) Yes! They should. This gives them agency when they are told what it is and how to navigate school. It gives them insight on their needs and normalizes that their experiences aren’t like others—and that’s totally okay 👌🏾 #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • EquitableAccess Nov 14 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A4: I think it’s important to keep in mind that sometimes those identified as gifted learners are most at risk for fixed mindset and struggle with identity & perseverance when tasks become difficult. #BmoreEdchat
  • PurpleEducator Nov 14 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3: flexible groupings and “show what you know” choice. They take more ownership in their work and in their learning when they have options for expression #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A4: This is a good question. Any learner should be able to know their strengths and weaknesses. Having students self evaluate and determine their own strengths and growth areas is the way kids should discover their own gifts. Would love to know if there is a survey #BmoreEdchat
  • polishwonder02 Nov 14 @ 9:36 PM EST
    My name is Kristen, I'm a 4th grade teacher at a multi-tribal school in Wisconsin. #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Yes!! I always tried to incorporate literature that encouraged risk taking and growth mindset without being overly obvious cause the GT kids will call you on it. #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @EquitableAccess
  • ROAR84mcclure Nov 14 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A few are... How can I support Toys for Tots? How was the Earth created? How can I get people to stop smoking? Can I learn to do magic? What is the history of soccer? How can I make Baltimore more peaceful? How is lighting made? #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @erintheeducator, @justincholbrook, @breakoutEDU
  • MoralesPattie Nov 14 @ 9:36 PM EST
    #BmoreEdChat - say hi to @polishwonder02 our new 4th grade teacher (she’s pretty awesome).
    • polishwonder02 Nov 14 @ 9:32 PM EST
      And dual exceptionalities exist. The founders of the National Research Center for the Gifted and Talented have a gifted daughter with dyslexia. It's important we recognize students are complex.
      In reply to @MoralesPattie
  • Leanne728 Nov 14 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Sorry I’m late to the party. Leanne here, ESOL specialist #BmoreEdChat
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Creating community amongst our students is so important. Our kids deserve to not feel like they're on an island. #BmoreEdChat
    • erintheeducator Nov 14 @ 9:34 PM EST
      A4) Yes! They should. This gives them agency when they are told what it is and how to navigate school. It gives them insight on their needs and normalizes that their experiences aren’t like others—and that’s totally okay 👌🏾 #BmoreEdChat
      In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • kstoryscotti Nov 14 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A4: My daughter told me the other day she was a GAL kid and asked what it meant. I think they should be a part of the conversation of what this actually means and celebrate and accept the variety of learning styles #BmoreEdchat
  • bmoreedchat - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:38 PM EST
    Q5: What barriers exist in equitably identifying gifted students of color and/or those from low-income backgrounds? #BmoreEdchat
  • ROAR84mcclure Nov 14 @ 9:38 PM EST
    #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @RaeLymer
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A5: Low expectations & rigor in educational experiences hinder OTL. If students aren’t engaged at their individual levels at a pace that is appropriate, they lose investment which leads to dwindling test scores and disengagement. This impacts ID rates of our kids. #BmoreEdChat
  • MoralesPattie Nov 14 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4) they absolutely should know. Even if we don’t tell them explicitly, they know. We need to model communication and community. #bmoreedchat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:39 PM EST
    It is a great point. I would also throw teachers into the same mix in terms of their own professional learning #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @DeVaTeacher1922, @bmoreedchat
  • PurpleEducator Nov 14 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4: Yes. Taking ownership in their learning is helping students identify their own personal areas of opportunity and their strengths. Definitely had to have conversations with my students about how fair is not equal and not everyone learns the same or in the same way #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • Bauerb4u Nov 14 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A5: Language barrier with ESOL students, particularly in a Language Arts class. #BmoreEdchat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A5: Teacher mindsets, implicit bias, and inequitable structures which limit the identification and services GAL students are provided in schools. #BmoreEdchat
  • DeVaTeacher1922 Nov 14 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Q5. Lack of exposure. Assumptions. Mindset. #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • ROAR84mcclure Nov 14 @ 9:41 PM EST
    @bmoreedchat A4: Yes! Strengths and weaknesses too! Know your stats! That was a slogan we used at ACCE when I worked there! #BmoreEdChat
  • lhelton15 Nov 14 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A5 Language can be a big barrier. It's hard to see the giftedness beyond the language struggles. #bmoreedchat
  • MoralesPattie Nov 14 @ 9:41 PM EST
    I’d like to throw in the lack of professional development for teachers in identifying and working with GT students. #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @RaeLymer
  • Leanne728 Nov 14 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A5. Barrier: It seems teachers often look for compliant behavior when considering giftedness, rather than ability #BmoreEdchat
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A5: Often Ss of color or those from poverty choose not to excel because it is not highly regarded within their peer groups to be intelligent. Ts often mistake boredom and acting out for defiance instead of giftedness. #BmoreEdchat
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Implicit bias is so important here. We have to do better as educational communities to own it and work on it rather than pretending it doesn't exist. #BmoreEdChat
  • erintheeducator Nov 14 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A5) Some of what I’ve seen are teacher bias, schools don’t test, focus is on remedial teaching/instruction, the race for AYP and other NCLB-influenced initiatives, not enough differentiation support, lack of ECE data #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • polishwonder02 Nov 14 @ 9:42 PM EST
    D'awww #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @MoralesPattie
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A silent classroom is not always an engaged classroom #BmoreEdchat
    • Leanne728 Nov 14 @ 9:41 PM EST
      A5. Barrier: It seems teachers often look for compliant behavior when considering giftedness, rather than ability #BmoreEdchat
  • MoralesPattie Nov 14 @ 9:43 PM EST
    This 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻#BmoreEdChat
    • Leanne728 Nov 14 @ 9:41 PM EST
      A5. Barrier: It seems teachers often look for compliant behavior when considering giftedness, rather than ability #BmoreEdchat
  • EquitableAccess Nov 14 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A5: We still don’t do a great job of thinking about the kids who have both intellectual gifts & educational disabilities. This is even more difficult for students who belong to other marginalized groups. #BmoreEdchat
  • kstoryscotti Nov 14 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A5: mindset mindset mindset as well as quality professional development and supports for teachers #BmoreEdChat
  • polishwonder02 Nov 14 @ 9:44 PM EST
    #BmoreEdChat simply not having professionals available to even assess for giftedness! Inner city schools have a million and one issues that often get put before a gifted child's academic needs.
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • ROAR84mcclure Nov 14 @ 9:45 PM EST
    @bmoreedchat A5: Access to early learning programs and parental education. If you don’t use it, you lose it. If gifted children are not challenged before they enter school, they will not build those neuron connects. As a result, their giftedness might be masked. #BmoreEdChat
  • lhelton15 Nov 14 @ 9:45 PM EST
    We have to train Ts yearly on identifying GT students and looking past common stereotypes. This year we focused on possible characteristics of S in under identified pops. #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @MoralesPattie, @RaeLymer
  • bmoreedchat - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Q6: In what ways can we mitigate those barriers to gifted identification? #BmoreEdchat
  • PurpleEducator Nov 14 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A5: Equitable access to basic school resources. Funding. Staff. Time in the schedule. Over testing. The list could go on! #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • polishwonder02 Nov 14 @ 9:46 PM EST
    How many times have we looked away fromthe interruptive child that might be gifted, but scores show otherwise merely due to boredom?? #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @MoralesPattie
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A6: Differentiation is hard to do but is also paramount in order to provide equitable access to education for all of our students. Consider allowing students to do challenge problems first, if done correctly, they don't do the rest and work on higher-level instead. #BmoreEdChat
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Valuing their culture really starts with do you have a relationship with my parents...do you genuinely show interest in my differences and try to celebrate or learn about other cultures? Powerful study. #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @RaeLymer
  • polishwonder02 Nov 14 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A6) Recognizing funding and support for gifted students is just as important as funding and supporting for our learning and/or behaviorally disabled students. One exceptionality should not negate another. #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • GAL_JeannineD Nov 14 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A 5: Many challenges exist. Language barriers for our ELL students who may have ability but not achievement data is a big one. #BmoreEdchat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A6: Always bring it back to a simple question: What is best for the kid? Keep the student's personal learning story as the focus. Every kid has a story to tell, except if we don't facilitate them in telling it, somebody else will. #BmoreEdchat
  • ROAR84mcclure Nov 14 @ 9:48 PM EST
    #BmoreEdChat So true! Some of my most gifted kids were very challenging
    In reply to @Leanne728
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A6: We have to know our Ss and build relationships w/them and their families...they need to know we care abt them and have their best interest at heart. Don't always assume the worst when a kid is acting out. #BmoreEdchat
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:50 PM EST
    Without relationships, meaningful education cannot truly exist. #BmoreEdChat
    • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:48 PM EST
      A6: We have to know our Ss and build relationships w/them and their families...they need to know we care abt them and have their best interest at heart. Don't always assume the worst when a kid is acting out. #BmoreEdchat
  • PurpleEducator Nov 14 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A6: THIS! #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:52 PM EST
    The final question drops in one min! Thanks to @RaeLymer for guest moderating tonight! Make sure you sign up to meet everybody on December 12th! #BmoreEdchat https://t.co/GaHx3ILDcZ
  • bmoreedchat - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:53 PM EST
    Q7: What role does Culturally Responsive Teaching have in gifted education? #BmoreEdchat
  • PurpleEducator Nov 14 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A6: THIS! My thoughts exactly! #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @polishwonder02, @bmoreedchat
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A7: CRT is critical in GT education; you cannot do gifted well without it. When students see relevance in school, they’re more likely to achieve, meaning greater rates of GT ID & opportunities. W/o CRT, many students won't get the challenges they need to thrive. #BmoreEdChat
  • Leanne728 Nov 14 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A6. It seems so basic, but high expectations for ALL students go a long way when we’re talking about mitigating these challenges - whether it’s for gifted students, or linguistically/culturally diverse #BmoreEdchat
  • ROAR84mcclure Nov 14 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A6: Talk to all stakeholders and dispel incorrect myths about gifted education and what it is to be gifted. I believed those myths before continuing my education in gt Ed. I am shocked how little we learn in undergrad programs. #BmoreEdChat
  • MoralesPattie Nov 14 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A6) Grow our teachers so we can grow our students. Build relationships! #bmoreedchat
  • GAL_JeannineD Nov 14 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A6 I heard something today at the NAGC Conference today that really resonated - Quit trying to save me and see me! If we truly listen we can begin to make the connection we need to support the whole gifted child #BmoreEdchat
  • justincholbrook - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A7: You have to know what makes each kid unique and how to ensure their culture is present in the classroom. All students thrive in places where they feel that they are reflected in the community and valued as an individual. #BmoreEdchat
  • PurpleEducator Nov 14 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A7: It’s all about meeting your students where they are. They need a classroom environment and learning experience that is relevant to them. #BmoreEdChat
    In reply to @bmoreedchat
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A7: CRT is a critical piece of bringing equity to education as a whole, but especially gifted education because of human made biases. CRT helps to break down the barriers of biases. #BmoreEdchat
  • MoralesPattie Nov 14 @ 9:57 PM EST
    I have to cut out early - need to be present for my teenager right now. Have a great week! #bmoreedchat
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:57 PM EST
    Oh I love that statement so much...I see way too many people try to "save" Ss from poverty or their own culture when they don't need saving they need understanding and opportunities. #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @GAL_JeannineD
  • RaeLymer Nov 14 @ 9:58 PM EST
    Don't save me and see me.... So important not only for gifted learners, but marginalized populations as a whole. #BmoreEdChat
    • GAL_JeannineD Nov 14 @ 9:55 PM EST
      A6 I heard something today at the NAGC Conference today that really resonated - Quit trying to save me and see me! If we truly listen we can begin to make the connection we need to support the whole gifted child #BmoreEdchat
  • ROAR84mcclure Nov 14 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A7: Students need to have the mirror and window. They need to see themselves in educators, mentors, and materials/texts used during instruction. They need their culture to be valued. That said, they also need to learn about cultures they have never experienced. #BmoreEdChat
  • Owl_b_TorresEdu Nov 14 @ 9:59 PM EST
    That's my session at #NCTE18 on Saturday!! #BmoreEdchat
    In reply to @ROAR84mcclure