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MrsMurat Nov 29 @ 8:00 PM EST

Have 2 minutes to help my #entrepreneurship Ss? Please RT https://t.co/4TSA5h98vM #busedu #elachat #5thchat #ascdl2l #edteach #laedchat

MrsMurat Nov 29 @ 8:00 PM EST

Have 2 minutes? Pls help my #Entrepreneurship Ss. https://t.co/Uscylelaas Pls Rt also. #busedu #elachat #5thchat #ascdl2l #edteach #laedchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Nov 29 @ 8:02 PM EST

Welcome to #5thchat! @ReadersLeadPD will be moderating this evening, but why don't we all introduce ourselves to the group!

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PaulSolarz - Moderator Nov 29 @ 8:02 PM EST

I'm Paul Solarz, a 5th grade teacher from Arlington Heights, Illinois. Will be in and out of tonight's #5thchat. :)

LevelUpVillage Nov 29 @ 8:04 PM EST

Mallory here from Level Up Village - rainy and cold in CT, but excited to be here! :-) #5thchat

EduGladiators Nov 29 @ 8:05 PM EST

Tune in #EduGladiators LIVE Podcast Monday w/guest @maverikcrq ▶️ https://t.co/SiWKy8nRbL #reflectiveteacher #5thchat #2ndaryELA #divergED

PaulSolarz - Moderator Nov 29 @ 8:05 PM EST

Q1. Ts are precious our influence doesn't end anywhere-where do you find sources for funding for your classroom? #5thchat

MrsCalhounresc Nov 29 @ 8:06 PM EST

Erica Calhoun, 5th grade teacher in Union City, IN #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Nov 29 @ 8:06 PM EST

(I don't see @ReadersLeadPD's tweets showing up in Tweetdeck, so I'll re-post them for as long as I can stay.) #5thchat

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PaulSolarz - Moderator Nov 29 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1 - I'm thankful for grants from @ABC25Foundation and other sources including websites, organizations & companies! #5thchat

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MissMaya311 Nov 29 @ 8:09 PM EST

Ella Maya 5th he in Phoenix, AZ #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Nov 29 @ 8:10 PM EST

Q2. What websites, resources or methods have u used to help fund your classroom needs? Be sure to help us use #5thchat with ideas! (RT)

DrBrianCook Nov 29 @ 8:11 PM EST

Brian from Salisbury, MD #5thchat

DrBrianCook Nov 29 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1: local community foundation and @donorchoose #5thchat

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DrBrianCook Nov 29 @ 8:13 PM EST

Very cool; I have never heard of this one before #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Nov 29 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1 - I'm thankful for grants from @ABC25Foundation and other sources including websites, organizations & companies! #5thchat
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ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:14 PM EST

Q2. Ts what websites/resources have you been able to use & secure money/materials for your classroom projects? #5thchat

LevelUpVillage Nov 29 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: We have worked with a bunch of schools that use Donors Choose, Pledge Cents, and 100% for Kids to find funding for our courses! #5thchat

MrsCalhounresc Nov 29 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1 - we are fortunate to get grants from our school alumni assoc., community foundation, and literacy coalition #5thchat

patriciasmeyers Nov 29 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: Hi all! https://t.co/kjtX7jjUtl I received donations and was able to buy flexible seating for my classroom. #5thchat

iowajonhuebner Nov 29 @ 8:16 PM EST

Jon, a 5th grade teacher from Iowa...joining a bit late tonight :) #5thchat

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q3. #5thchat, how could a T connect with local group to locate free classroom furniture?Please share ideas, tips & tricks with us.

baritoneblogger Nov 29 @ 8:18 PM EST

@PaulSolarz Local Buy Nothing Group for your neighborhood is a great start. #5thChat

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iowajonhuebner Nov 29 @ 8:19 PM EST

I have heard great things about Donors Choose..have not tried it personally. #5thchat

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

Q4. Any teachers been successful with @PledgeCents ? #5thchat

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patriciasmeyers Nov 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

I was able to secure $680 worth of seating. #5thchat

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YandellsPlace Nov 29 @ 8:21 PM EST

A3: Ts need to go to used furniture and resale shops. Many places will give HUGE discounts, or even just give stuff away to Ts. #5thchat

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q3. #5thchat, how could a T connect with local group to locate free classroom furniture?Please share ideas, tips & tricks with us.

PaulSolarz - Moderator Nov 29 @ 8:21 PM EST

A3 - https://t.co/X7K2tkV0Po - I think that's the name of the site a fellow teacher used to use! #5thchat

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:21 PM EST

great idea! #5thchat thanks for sharing

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LevelUpVillage Nov 29 @ 8:21 PM EST

I believe they fund only public schools grants, but have heard great things! #5thchat

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iowajonhuebner Nov 29 @ 8:22 PM EST

Awesome! That is one of the higher amounts I have heard about. #5thchat

patriciasmeyers Nov 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

I was able to secure $680 worth of seating. #5thchat
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PledgeCents Nov 29 @ 8:22 PM EST

We have a variety of successful fundraisers on our site! We'd LOVE to chat w/ you about your specific ideas! #5thchat :)

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

Q4. Any teachers been successful with @PledgeCents ? #5thchat
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iowajonhuebner Nov 29 @ 8:23 PM EST

I would check with local business. Ask if they would donate when they update furniture...medical offices too. #5thchat

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q3. #5thchat, how could a T connect with local group to locate free classroom furniture?Please share ideas, tips & tricks with us.

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:23 PM EST

Q5. Please help, have any #5thchat members used Freecycle for connecting free "treasures" in our classroom? Other websites? Please share.

YandellsPlace Nov 29 @ 8:23 PM EST

I furnished most of my classroom with furniture from resale shops for hardly any $ at all. #5thchat #kidsdeserveit

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ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:25 PM EST

Q5. How could a Teacher cultivate a culture on campus to promote tax donation credits to further field trips? #5thchat please inspire...

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:25 PM EST

excellent idea, thanks for sharing! #5thchat

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JessieRErickson Nov 29 @ 8:27 PM EST

Sliding in late - was finishing up the touches on my Breakout Edu games. #5thchat

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:27 PM EST

Q5. #5thchat what have you "upcycled" to help with funding shortage inside your classroom/outside classroom to further your students?

LemarrTreadwell Nov 29 @ 8:27 PM EST

Lemarr Treadwell, Fresno Ca jumping in. #5thchat

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:29 PM EST

A5. Upcycle those Cheer detergent boxes for PBIS incentives. Save money & funding by having fun time being creative! #5thchat

LemarrTreadwell Nov 29 @ 8:29 PM EST

A3. #5thchat One blessing of a large district going through upgrades is our facility with leftover equipment.

YandellsPlace Nov 29 @ 8:30 PM EST

A5: repurposed old library shelves for hallway seating #5thchat

LemarrTreadwell Nov 29 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3. A teacher from So. Cal. robbed me of some lockers for my room. Seems teachers anywhere can secure them. #5thchat

msclift Nov 29 @ 8:31 PM EST

Have any of you taught Letters from Rifka? #5thchat

TrudeauLisa Nov 29 @ 8:31 PM EST

This is fab! #5thchat

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ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:31 PM EST

our next question will begin in 2 minutes. #5thchat

YandellsPlace Nov 29 @ 8:32 PM EST

A5: paint mixed with fabric medium and new covers on cushions #5thchat

iowajonhuebner Nov 29 @ 8:32 PM EST

@YandellsPlace Love how you repurposed those shelves. I can see this being quite popular with students #5thchat

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YandellsPlace Nov 29 @ 8:30 PM EST

A5: repurposed old library shelves for hallway seating #5thchat

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:32 PM EST

pals, such as @smgaillard promote @Buncee score a free membership! Free is funding and being creative #5thchat

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YandellsPlace Nov 29 @ 8:33 PM EST

A5: nothing a little spray paint can't fix!! #standingtable #floorseating #mailboxes #5thchat

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:34 PM EST

Q6. #5thchat the season year is ahead, how can Teachers be creative and obtain gift cards from @DonorsChoose to receive funding?

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JessieRErickson Nov 29 @ 8:34 PM EST

A5: Books/novels, shelves, crystal containers, crates, plastic drawers, old furniture repurposed, plastic cat liter buckets, etc. #5thchat

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:35 PM EST

Q7. How can free subscriptions inspire your PLC? #5thchat

JessieRErickson Nov 29 @ 8:36 PM EST

A6: Think about student centered requests for maker space, innovation time, coding, STEAM. Great requests with huge benefits. #5thchat

JessieRErickson Nov 29 @ 8:38 PM EST

A7: Favorite "free" subscription is Prodigy. Great to engage Ss in learning and for teachers to track data and adjust instruction. #5thchat

LemarrTreadwell Nov 29 @ 8:38 PM EST

I have round tables which the Maintenance dept. laminated. Kids go wild writing on them and feedback is easy #5thchat

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:38 PM EST

Q8. Does your campus set up a tax donation credit promo as the New Year begins? #5thchat - funding for your field trips!

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:41 PM EST

Q9. What is the best FREE treasure/funding discovery you've obtain for your classroom, be sure to help us at #5thchat to inspire us!

LemarrTreadwell Nov 29 @ 8:42 PM EST

#5thchat . Great idea. I'll check our local universities over break.

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ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:43 PM EST

Q10. Leaders, how could you suggest a Teacher assist with obtaining funds to purchase technology? #5thchat

YandellsPlace Nov 29 @ 8:43 PM EST

our school has two in each hallway. Each grade level decorated to fit their style. #5thchat

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JessieRErickson Nov 29 @ 8:43 PM EST

A9: https://t.co/zA8iQc1M9a Training for Ts is free, swag, great strategies for Ts and Ss and great life skill- comp. coding! #5thchat

joannavrteaches Nov 29 @ 8:44 PM EST

A1 jumping in late from MI great conversation here! #5thchat

LemarrTreadwell Nov 29 @ 8:44 PM EST

A9. Fresno County United Way provides free books to teachers. I volunteer once a year organizing donated books #5thchat

JessieRErickson Nov 29 @ 8:45 PM EST

A10: Check out grants/ granting agencies. Keep in mind that STEAM = great avenue for funding as well. Free money is worth a try. #5thchat

pjcerullo Nov 29 @ 8:45 PM EST

Jumping in....way late! Phil, 5th grade, from NJ. Just left an awesome workshop on Questioning Techniques. #5thchat

YandellsPlace Nov 29 @ 8:46 PM EST

A10: Never give up. Ask, borrow, beg. Get creative in your thinking & don't get discouraged because #kidsdeserveit #5thchat

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:43 PM EST

Q10. Leaders, how could you suggest a Teacher assist with obtaining funds to purchase technology? #5thchat

joannavrteaches Nov 29 @ 8:46 PM EST

A2 there are grants from most state tech associations every year- apply #5thchat

iowajonhuebner Nov 29 @ 8:46 PM EST

@JessieRErickson I use https://t.co/RTeG3W9geM with students. It is very engaging and very popular with students. #5thchat

JessieRErickson Nov 29 @ 8:43 PM EST

A9: https://t.co/zA8iQc1M9a Training for Ts is free, swag, great strategies for Ts and Ss and great life skill- comp. coding! #5thchat

pjcerullo Nov 29 @ 8:47 PM EST

A1: Literally anywhere. #5thchat

joannavrteaches Nov 29 @ 8:47 PM EST

A10 join state ed tech associations- apply for their tech grants. Most states have the grants. #5thchat

JessieRErickson Nov 29 @ 8:48 PM EST

Yes, @iowajonhuebner Ss LOVE it! #5thchat

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iowajonhuebner Nov 29 @ 8:46 PM EST
@JessieRErickson I use https://t.co/RTeG3W9geM with students. It is very engaging and very popular with students. #5thchat
- JessieRErickson Nov 29 @ 8:43 PM EST
  
  A9: https://t.co/zA8iQc1M9a Training for Ts is free, swag, great strategies for Ts and Ss and great life skill- comp. coding! #5thchat

joannavrteaches Nov 29 @ 8:48 PM EST

A10 many pilots available too- ask! #5thchat

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:49 PM EST

Q12. #5thchat what is on your Santa's wish list for your classroom/field trip? What is not in your campus budget that Santa can bring?

ReadersLeadPD Nov 29 @ 8:51 PM EST

Q12. Thank you #5thchat - you are all champions in the field of education. Thank you for sharing your ideas with us.

iowajonhuebner Nov 29 @ 8:51 PM EST

A12. I would like to get alternative seating options for students. #5thchat

LemarrTreadwell Nov 29 @ 8:52 PM EST

@joannavrteaches #5thchat We have Fresno State and Fresno Pacific and will try both.

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joannavrteaches Nov 29 @ 8:50 PM EST

U of M has a huge warehouse full. Your university probably does too. Tons of great finds!
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pjcerullo Nov 29 @ 8:52 PM EST

A12: I would love items for a bigger Makerspace #5thchat

YandellsPlace Nov 29 @ 8:53 PM EST

Once you do it, you will never go back! I promise! #flexibleseating #5thchat

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JessieRErickson Nov 29 @ 8:53 PM EST

A12: Maker Space "stuff": Ozobots, Spheros, craft supplies, snap circuits, legos, little bits, gears... I have a very long list! #5thchat

LemarrTreadwell Nov 29 @ 8:53 PM EST

#5thchat The round tables off choice every morning for Ss seating.

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LemarrTreadwell Nov 29 @ 8:55 PM EST

I'm looking for updated chairs with roller wheels. Any ideas? #5thchat

LemarrTreadwell Nov 29 @ 8:56 PM EST

Thank you #5thchat and moderators for a lively chat. Have tried for 3 weeks to join in. Yeah. Finally made it.

SteveWyborney Nov 29 @ 8:57 PM EST

Join us in just a few minutes at #TWOTCW Topic: "I am here to learn." #daretbe #5thchat #EdTechTherapy #gafe4littles #gtchat #wvedchat

joannavrteaches Nov 29 @ 8:57 PM EST

All donated! #5thchat

pjcerullo Nov 29 @ 8:58 PM EST

How? I must learn your secrets! #5thchat

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LemarrTreadwell Nov 29 @ 8:59 PM EST

@joannavrteaches #5thchat You've inspired me and I'm drooling over myself.

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joannavrteaches Nov 29 @ 8:57 PM EST

All donated! #5thchat