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jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Welcome #MTedchat! Topic: "Family Involvement and Communication.”

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Please introduce yourself! Share your role/location. #MTedchat

St006C Sep 13 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Hey #mtedchat Courtney here K T from WA

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Jennifer - 3rd grade teacher, Evergreen SD - Kalispell. Glad to be here and be your moderator for tonight! #MTedchat

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:01 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/4lnTvK0GB1

LaurieBarron Sep 13 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Laurie, colleague in #evergreensd50 with the inspiring @jdoss417 who is hosting tonight's #MTedchat

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Moderator tonight will be @jdoss417 . Be looking for Qs coming from @jdoss417 to join the convo. #MTedchat

St006C Sep 13 @ 10:02 PM EDT

what other twitter platforms like Tweetdeck r out there? #mtedchat #TeacherFriends #edtechafterdark

ohsoearly Sep 13 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hi #mtedchat - research tech specialist from around Seattle. Sounds like a good topic tonight.

CliffordThorsen Sep 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

A1 I display a collage of pictures from my summer with my welcome message for student experience day #MTedchat

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

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

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Michelle- PK-4 Counselor. #evergreensd50- So excited to be here! #mtedchat

AdrianAdvinMT Sep 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hello! Adrian from Bozeman. Looking forward to tonight's #MTedchat

MrsC_Will Sep 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Courtney here from TX but love this chat. 8 grade US history #mtedchat

bookwormmarla Sep 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

@St006C #mtedchat I l love https://t.co/RQnSBjiuPw

cristama - Moderator Sep 13 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Crista Anderson, principal in Dixon Montana. Glad to be here! #mtedchat

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Question 1 is on its way! #MTedchat

ohsoearly Sep 13 @ 10:04 PM EDT

@St006C I've used @hootsuite in the past #MTedchat #edtechafterdark

ohsoearly Sep 13 @ 10:04 PM EDT

@St006C hi Courtney! Saw your tweet, thought I'd check out #mtedchat

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q1: How did you make a good first impression to your students' families this school year? #MTedchat

CliffordThorsen Sep 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Good evening #mtedchat, I am a 4th grade teacher and elementary gifted coordinator #evergreedsd50

NVradenburg - Moderator Sep 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hello #mtedchat I’m Nikki, I teach 4/5 in Bozeman.

cristama - Moderator Sep 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@St006C Tweetdeck is my favorite.. But these are some options https://t.co/KnHKx5cvTO #mtedchat

LaurieBarron Sep 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

As a district administrator, I tried to be accessable to parents/students to welcome them and help answer questions #MTedchat

bookwormmarla Sep 13 @ 10:06 PM EDT

#mtedchat Howdy from Helena! Marla, K-5 librarian.

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1: I send a letter home before school starts introducing myself & inviting them to experience day. Being organized/approachable. #MTedchat

St006C Sep 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1) I greet each one during P connection meetings. I clearly communicate how I will communicate..et them know Ss ed is partnership #mtedchat

MHardmanMT Sep 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

7/8 Special Educator Co-teacher Kalispell #evergreensd50 #MTedchat

erniem04 Sep 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Erin, 4th grade teacher in Bozeman. Lurking a bit as I get a toddler ready for bed. #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Sep 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

@jdoss417 Of course! It's really fun to share the experience with others... It is always very inspiring watching everyone connect #mtedchat

AdrianAdvinMT Sep 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1: I was present, met families before school, introduced myself in classrooms during school, and checked in at the end of the day #mtedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Sep 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1 set up our classroom website before school started and shared it right away. Our school had an ice cream social for F2F contact #mtedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Sep 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Hi, friends! I'm headed to bed on the east coast, but wanted to say hello! Enjoy the chat! #MTedchat

MHardmanMT Sep 13 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: I make sure I make contact with all Ps of Ss on my caseload. #MTedchat

bookwormmarla Sep 13 @ 10:08 PM EDT

#mtedchat A1 I regularly attend my school's parent council.As a librarian, it is the best way for me to meet parents and develop relatnshps

MrsC_Will Sep 13 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: Meet the Teacher/Open House I have upbeat music and I will be in coms w/ them via diff platforms #mtedchat https://t.co/0xTPFO4nGf

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q1: How did you make a good first impression to your students' families this school year? #MTedchat

JohnGorton6 Sep 13 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Hello everyone. John from Miles City here. #mtedchat

St006C Sep 13 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@NVradenburg We had icecream at meet the T night! was very popular! :) #mtedchat

youtheduteach Sep 13 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Severena. Helena. #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator Sep 13 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: I think best impression I can make is to be visible, accessible & approachable. School is scary for many, hope to change that #MTedchat

MHardmanMT Sep 13 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: We have a Ss experience day where all are welcome the day before school starts. #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Sep 13 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@St006C Ours was so fun. Such a nice friendly way to start the year for everyone. People didn’t want to leave! #mtedchat

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:09 PM EDT

oops I forgot #mtedchat on my tweet

MrsC_Will Sep 13 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@St006C @NVradenburg ice cream social is awesome! #MTedchat

youtheduteach Sep 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: Reaching out to Ps. Regular Communication. Being accessible. #mtedchat

CynthiaThorsen Sep 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Cynthia Thorsen, Junior High Librarian #evergreensd50 #mtedchat

AssignmentHelpN Sep 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

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massignmenthelp Sep 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Online tutoring vs. regular classroom teaching https://t.co/sm4AAr57kk #CathTheoEdChat #connectEDtl #Edbean #mntedu #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator Sep 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

We did that too…BBQd pulled pork dinner. Allowed staff & families to relax as they got to know each other #mtedchat https://t.co/HUujRj1EWY

St006C Sep 13 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@NVradenburg We had icecream at meet the T night! was very popular! :) #mtedchat

MrsC_Will Sep 13 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@St006C what's a parent connection meeting? #mtedchat

St006C Sep 13 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A1b) I think participating in PTA events allows more f2f opps w/ Ps. #mtedchat

EduGladiators Sep 13 @ 10:12 PM EDT

✨#EduGladiators Sept 17✨ "Nothing happens unless first we dream." ~Carl Sandburg #connectedtl #mtedchat #msadchat https://t.co/0wXOHgLmI6

LaurieBarron Sep 13 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Great to see so many #evergreensd50 teachers sharing experiences on #MTedchat tonight!

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:12 PM EDT

#mtedchat https://t.co/iKON2hHPVk

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1: I made myself very visible by visiting each classroom and greeting returning students during student experience day

lisaclark62 Sep 13 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Hi everyone, my name is Lisa Lavinder. I'm a fourth grade teacher @Evergreen in Mt. #MTedchat

MrHagemeister Sep 13 @ 10:13 PM EDT

#mtedchat. Checking in late. Tech/curriculum specialist in Bozeman.

CynthiaThorsen Sep 13 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A1. I assisted parents in getting their infinite campus account information during our student experience day. #mtedchat

LaurieBarron Sep 13 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Our elementary teachers made sure students knew they were welcomed at #evergreensd50 #MTedchat https://t.co/EGnLLaynht

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Q2: What do you believe is the most effective tool to communicate classroom happenings and learning goals with families? #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Sep 13 @ 10:15 PM EDT

This is a BIG help for Ps! Good for you! #mtedchat https://t.co/7lJYaKfCbf

CynthiaThorsen Sep 13 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A1. I assisted parents in getting their infinite campus account information during our student experience day. #mtedchat

CliffordThorsen Sep 13 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A1 cont. #evergreensd50 does a student experience day to allow Ss and families the opportunity to meet Ts and see classrooms early #mtedchat

St006C Sep 13 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A2) I use a weekly newsletter. Simple, pictures to assist w/ meaning #mtedchat

MHardmanMT Sep 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: phone calls and emails. I like talking to Ps directly. #MTedchat

youtheduteach Sep 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: Classroom newsletter, email with upcoming events, and teacher website. Using different medias #mtedchat

MrHagemeister Sep 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A1. I was able to get out of the central office and attend 2 elementary schools and meet ts ss and ps #mtedchat

erniem04 Sep 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: I use weekly emails and the Remind app. Beginning to use Seesaw soon (i hear great things) #MTedchat

CliffordThorsen Sep 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2 I still like to use a letter home, but have tried other methods and am open for other ideas ;) #MTedchat

LaurieBarron Sep 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: We are working to improve our use of Twitter to share the great things happening in #evergreensd50 Follow us at @evergreensd50 #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Sep 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2 class blog has always been great for Ps to get a peek at our day. Getting it set up for the new year on @EasyblogDotOrg #mtedchat

AdrianAdvinMT Sep 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: Ideally, we would do everything F2F, but I use other avenues such as @twitter @facebook @MyPowerSchool phone & newsletters #mtedchat

youtheduteach Sep 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Great idea! #mtedchat https://t.co/c6xX71yNUl

NVradenburg - Moderator Sep 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2 class blog has always been great for Ps to get a peek at our day. Getting it set up for the new year on @EasyblogDotOrg #mtedchat

bookwormmarla Sep 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2 I am using Seesaw! Ss can respond in class with any device, parents see what you designate. #MTedchat

MrsC_Will Sep 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2:I use remind for most things. #googleclassroom now has parent access! #mtedchat https://t.co/NuzRSx7yNH

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Q2: What do you believe is the most effective tool to communicate classroom happenings and learning goals with families? #MTedchat

MrHagemeister Sep 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2 Remind, Twitter, Instagram, Seesaw #mtedchat

lisaclark62 Sep 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A1 I made myself available to chat with parents while students completed tasks during student experience day. #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator Sep 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: Like any writing, the best tool to communicate school message depends on audience and purpose. Facebook/Web/flyers best for us #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Sep 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Have to sign off early tonight #mtedchat we have a chapter to finish in Harry Potter before bedtime! Thanks for a great chat!

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:19 PM EDT

#evergreensd50 #mtedchat https://t.co/SeIeEbV5dR

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

I have started to utilize our school's newsletter

MrsC_Will Sep 13 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@erniem04 I've heard great things too about @Seesaw but haven't tried it either. #mtedchat

MHardmanMT Sep 13 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@bookwormmarla Never heard of Seesaw #mtedchat

CynthiaThorsen Sep 13 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A2. As a parent, I like when the school texts me and sends reminders. I also like that my Kindergartener's class has a fb page. #mtedchat

choosito Sep 13 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A2 Videos & social media are great ways to keep parents in tune with their child, the teacher, & all things learning & beyond. #mtedchat

erniem04 Sep 13 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@MrsC_Will @Seesaw I really like the idea of students having a digital portfolio in addition to parent communication. #mtedchat

MrsC_Will Sep 13 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A2b: as simple as this sounds, our class fb page. Our school's parents use Facebook page the most. #mtedchat

lisaclark62 Sep 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A2 I use Remind and news letters. #MTedchat

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

#mtedchat https://t.co/qINmABU3Fi

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A1: I also am part of the home visit process in kindergarten- what a great way to meet Ps and Ss in their homes

Seesaw Sep 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@MrsC_Will @erniem04 Check out our webinars here! https://t.co/H41P7h5kGd #mtedchat

MrsC_Will Sep 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@erniem04 @Seesaw me too. We do a lot of our work on #GoogleClassroom so it's nice that there is finally a P access to S work. #mtedchat

AdrianAdvinMT Sep 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@MHardmanMT @bookwormmarla @Seesaw is a great tool for communication -look at their site & give it a shot! https://t.co/MZyYzYVHR9 #mtedchat

MrsC_Will Sep 13 @ 10:22 PM EDT

@St006C I wonder how you could transform this idea to middle school?! #mtedchat

KamRenae Sep 13 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Hey #mtedchat Kam joining late from Hardin where I teach tier 3 reading intervention

St006C Sep 13 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@MrsC_Will We are also a fed funded full day K so this is how dist. accommodates time to meet and greet. #mtedchat

erniem04 Sep 13 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@MrHagemeister I am so happy Sites is now easier to use. I've started creating a class website after prev. giving up on old Sites #mtedchat

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:24 PM EDT

@jdoss417 I love the visits! I have really noticed a difference with my relationships with parents that continue through the years #mtedchat

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Q3:Give an example of an activity your school sponsors to encourage families to become a part of their child's learning process? #MTedchat

CliffordThorsen Sep 13 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3 Our school does Lunch Bunch throughout the year where families are invited into the classrooms for lunch #mtedchat

St006C Sep 13 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3) K team hosts Skills Camp to show Ps how Ss r learning in kinder. Focus on Math and Reading #mtedchat

AdrianAdvinMT Sep 13 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Sorry #mtedchat - have to leave early tonight. I look forward to future convos with an amazing PLN!

erniem04 Sep 13 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3: math and science night where parents can see (so-called) "new math" and play games in addition to science fair projects. #mtedchat

youtheduteach Sep 13 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3: Math Night & Science Night. Some Ts host parent night #mtedchat

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: Invite families into classroom to interact with student's work. Ss learn presentation skills and families see expectations. #MTedchat

MrsC_Will Sep 13 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: We don't have this but it's sounds like such a good idea!!#mtedchat https://t.co/32MbeFUcEY

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Q3:Give an example of an activity your school sponsors to encourage families to become a part of their child's learning process? #MTedchat

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Home Visits Student Experience Day Open House Lunch Bunch #mtedchat

MrHagemeister Sep 13 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Q3 from the district level BZN offers Parent University on topics ranging from tech, suicide, sleep, etc #mtedchat

St006C Sep 13 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3b) We also have GL math nights, science fair, heritage night #mtedchat

MHardmanMT Sep 13 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: We invite P to a special board meeting to hear their child's persuasive essay for school change. #MTedchat

KamRenae Sep 13 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3 #mtedchat we do a patent tech night where we have rotations showcading tech used and where P's come, learn & participate actively

LaurieBarron Sep 13 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A3: 4th and 8th grade students write persuasive essays and share ideas for improving our district at board meetings #MTedchat #evergreensd50

MrHagemeister Sep 13 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Sorry team. Meant A3. 😀. #mtedchat https://t.co/5R1jlvNCEr

MrHagemeister Sep 13 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Q3 from the district level BZN offers Parent University on topics ranging from tech, suicide, sleep, etc #mtedchat

youtheduteach Sep 13 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@jdoss417 I agree. I hope to make some YouTube videos to share with parents to help with math and reading. #mtedchat

KamRenae Sep 13 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A3 #mtedchat bingo 4 books where you win books & family game night where you play games and take a board game home at end

lisaclark62 Sep 13 @ 10:29 PM EDT

I do muffins and milk in my class so parents can come see their students achievements (inventions, writing, etc) #MTedchat

MrHagemeister Sep 13 @ 10:31 PM EDT

@jdoss417 great question. It's an initiative from the deputy supt who often offers them as a brown bag lunch. #mtedchat

youtheduteach Sep 13 @ 10:31 PM EDT

A3: My principal, @nvincent05 , does "Coffee with the principal" Great way to connect with parents and answers concerns #mtedchat

lisaclark62 Sep 13 @ 10:31 PM EDT

A3 we also present a student of the month at board meetings. #MTedchat

bookwormmarla Sep 13 @ 10:32 PM EDT

A3 - my school does APTT - Academic Parent Teacher Teams. https://t.co/TC9Vu3ekM6 #MTedchat

youtheduteach Sep 13 @ 10:33 PM EDT

@bookwormmarla I've heard GREAT things about this! #mtedchat

erniem04 Sep 13 @ 10:33 PM EDT

@bookwormmarla that sounds really great! How does it work? #mtedchat

KamRenae Sep 13 @ 10:33 PM EDT

A3 #mtedchat we also have patenting classes at night some actually parenting classes on disc and some fun like cooking & sewing type events

KamRenae Sep 13 @ 10:34 PM EDT

A3 #mtedchat Christmas craft night is huge in our district where families rotate and make decorations together at each stop

St006C Sep 13 @ 10:35 PM EDT

having too many tech issues tonight...going to step out tonight #mtedchat See you next week!

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Homework is a tricky subject #mtedchat

CliffordThorsen Sep 13 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A4 I try to limit homework to pleasure reading and math facts, but I encourage Ss to share about their day #mtedchat

St006C Sep 13 @ 10:36 PM EDT

No. I do not provide homework. #mtedchat https://t.co/ODcsuUVr4H

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Q4:Do you believe homework encourages family involvement in their child's education? Give examples of your homework policy. #MTedchat

youtheduteach Sep 13 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A4: Homework helps to reinforce the skills being taught at school. I limit it but enjoy families to work with their students. #mtedchat

erniem04 Sep 13 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A4: I think homework is a family stressor more than a way to include parents in learning. Reading for pleasure is still good. #mtedchat

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:37 PM EDT

A4; HW is not required in my classroom, however, I do send home activities that families can choose to do each week to be involved #MTedchat

youtheduteach Sep 13 @ 10:38 PM EDT

A4: Unfortunately many families don't take the time to work with their children, which is why I send HW. Sad reality. #mtedchat

MrHagemeister Sep 13 @ 10:38 PM EDT

A4. I believe if homework is assigned it should only be facilitated by fs. If a child can't complete homework reteaching must hpn #mtedchat

lisaclark62 Sep 13 @ 10:38 PM EDT

A4: I normally don't give homework. U never know who is completing the work. I do I courage practicing facts and reading. #MTedchat

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:39 PM EDT

Third grade has included our monthly character trait as part of their home activities- great way to focus on the whole child #mtedchat

LaurieBarron Sep 13 @ 10:39 PM EDT

A4: Sometimes homework is more stressful to families than an opportunity to get parents involved, particularly if not meaningful. #MTedchat

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:39 PM EDT

A4: I get families from both sides of HW. Some want things sent home, then some complain.Easy tasks that encourage comm. #mtedchat

MHardmanMT Sep 13 @ 10:40 PM EDT

I believe in Ss reading at home, but don't tie it to a grade. This stresses P and Ss out. I know as a P and a T. #MTedchat

bookwormmarla Sep 13 @ 10:40 PM EDT

A4 The homework folder we send home each night gives opprtnty for parent feedback. #MTedchat

KamRenae Sep 13 @ 10:40 PM EDT

@youtheduteach is it because they can't do it though? Some kiddos have higher Ed than parents and work lots to make their livings #mtedchat

CynthiaThorsen Sep 13 @ 10:42 PM EDT

A4 As a librarian I don't give homework, but I do my best to get students hooked on a book or series that they can't put down. #mtedchat

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:43 PM EDT

A3: as a parent I love seeing daughter involved in sports, friends, riding bike - This is all part of being a kid..we do read :) #mtedchat

MHardmanMT Sep 13 @ 10:43 PM EDT

A4: I only asses what I know the Ss actually competed individually. #MTedchat

MHardmanMT Sep 13 @ 10:44 PM EDT

@jdoss417 Yes, I would like to ride bikes with my children at night instead of work on things they can't do independently. #mtedchat

erniem04 Sep 13 @ 10:45 PM EDT

A4: My students know when they're given "busywork" that's not really checked or viewed by the teacher. Make HW meaningful. #mtedchat

CliffordThorsen Sep 13 @ 10:46 PM EDT

A5 To include my 4th graders in the PTC process. After all, they did play a big role in what will be discussed #mtedchat

MHardmanMT Sep 13 @ 10:46 PM EDT

A4: I'm a T and I get stressed, imagine what P must feel when the don't have the background knowledge #mtedchat

cbartow Sep 13 @ 10:46 PM EDT

A5: Listen, just listen. #MTedchat

LaurieBarron Sep 13 @ 10:46 PM EDT

A5: ALWAYS make a positive contact with each student's family at beginning of year. Don't wait for conferences or need to arise. #MTedchat

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:47 PM EDT

A5: be human and approachable. Speak to parents without the T lingo. Their child is their whole world so give criticism kindly. #Mtedchat

bookwormmarla Sep 13 @ 10:47 PM EDT

#mtedchat A5 I can't remember that far back! https://t.co/UqP0JL4GgH

erniem04 Sep 13 @ 10:47 PM EDT

A5: Always start with positives and end with positives. Ps want to hear how great their kid is. This is their baby, after all. #mtedchat

MrHagemeister Sep 13 @ 10:48 PM EDT

Q5 drive the conversation towards character and the learning journey, not grades. #mtedchat

KamRenae Sep 13 @ 10:48 PM EDT

A5 #mtedchat strive 2 make it positive regardless! Make nice, get 2 no them so they R more likely 2 connect with U & school in the future!

lisaclark62 Sep 13 @ 10:49 PM EDT

A5 I wish I had started my first year with Ss led conferences. I've been doing them for years now. Ss take more responsibility. #MTedchat

youtheduteach Sep 13 @ 10:49 PM EDT

A5: Be positive. Remember you and the Ps have the same goal - SEE THEIR CHILD SUCCEED! #mtedchat

CynthiaThorsen Sep 13 @ 10:49 PM EDT

A5. To keep in mind that everyone at the table wants what is best for the student, though what we think is best may be different. #mtedchat

LaurieBarron Sep 13 @ 10:49 PM EDT

Yes. This. A thousand times, this. #MTedchat https://t.co/JTMwSRrcRN

MrHagemeister Sep 13 @ 10:48 PM EDT

Q5 drive the conversation towards character and the learning journey, not grades. #mtedchat

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:50 PM EDT

#mtedchat https://t.co/KXD4Vnbdk2

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:50 PM EDT

A5: its important that parents know that we are all about the Ss. We want to support not judge

MHardmanMT Sep 13 @ 10:51 PM EDT

A5: Don't make it a discipline conference. #mtedchat

MHardmanMT Sep 13 @ 10:52 PM EDT

@MrHagemeister Through standards I believe is how this is shown. #mtedchat

bookwormmarla Sep 13 @ 10:52 PM EDT

A6 Communicate by the most-used platform - be it email or text. Meet them where they are. #MTedchat

MHardmanMT Sep 13 @ 10:53 PM EDT

A6: Positive phone calls home! #MTedchat

LaurieBarron Sep 13 @ 10:53 PM EDT

A6: We are working to provide positive opportunties for parents to get involved and not just involve them when there are concerns. #MTedchat

erniem04 Sep 13 @ 10:53 PM EDT

A6: w/ presentations (genius hour, research) I create a schedule so Ps know when their S is presenting. Ps are welcome to watch. #mtedchat

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:54 PM EDT

A6: Continue to be approachable and available to families, Begin making an effort to touch base weekly with struggling students. #MTedchat

youtheduteach Sep 13 @ 10:54 PM EDT

A6: I invited my Ps to follow me on FB & Twitter. Constant open-door. #mtedchat

CliffordThorsen Sep 13 @ 10:54 PM EDT

A6 Picture of the day. I do a different cpu background daily that has a personal and educational connection. #mtedchat

LaurieBarron Sep 13 @ 10:54 PM EDT

A6: Teachers write postcards home to students each month to share something positive. Parents see teachers making connections. #MTedchat

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:54 PM EDT

#mtedchat https://t.co/Uo0c8CCGuV

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:54 PM EDT

A6: I will continue to greet Ss and Ps at the door in the morning as well as continue to grow the relationships I have

KamRenae Sep 13 @ 10:55 PM EDT

A6 #mtedchat hand written notes/cards home with personalized messages to kids and their families!! Time/consuming but well worth it!!

lisaclark62 Sep 13 @ 10:56 PM EDT

A6 I would like to start Hip Hip Hooray calls during school time to celebrate student behavior. #MTedchat

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:56 PM EDT

A6: and keep making new ones (relationships) #mtedchat

erniem04 Sep 13 @ 10:57 PM EDT

A6: Always say "thank you for all that you do!" at end of correspondence with Ps. #littlethings #mtedchat

MrHagemeister Sep 13 @ 10:57 PM EDT

Q6 when in a schl I loved using Friday afternoons to make a few post calls to ps. Especially if they got a neg one earlier in wk #mtedchat

bookwormmarla Sep 13 @ 10:57 PM EDT

#mtedchat Four colleagues and i are doing our career dev plan on PD on social media. thanks for all the ideas!

erniem04 Sep 13 @ 10:57 PM EDT

Thanks #mtedchat! Always inspiring to hear from you all. Goodnight!

KamRenae Sep 13 @ 10:58 PM EDT

A6 #mtedchat we also do "preferrals" for kiddos who do the right thing and follow positive behavioral expectations (mbi/pbis)

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:58 PM EDT

Challenge: Connect here to continue the dialogue through 24/7 digital PD. Encourage colleagues to join #MTedchat and connect to grow.

youtheduteach Sep 13 @ 10:58 PM EDT

Great job tonight @jdoss417! #mtedchat

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:58 PM EDT

#mtedchat https://t.co/BSGGUCr2RV

Ms_Mitchell1 Sep 13 @ 10:58 PM EDT

It really is a win-win for all- I can help Ss if the morning has been less than wonderful and help to set them up for success

bookwormmarla Sep 13 @ 10:58 PM EDT

#mtedchat https://t.co/Kmi3KEO96z

jdoss417 Sep 13 @ 10:59 PM EDT

Interested in moderating #MTedchat? Let @TriSciCurious or @cristama know. We have several spaces to fill in the coming weeks!

MHardmanMT Sep 13 @ 10:59 PM EDT

Way to rock #MTedchat tonight! @jdoss417 @EvergreenSD50

LaurieBarron Sep 13 @ 10:59 PM EDT

Thanks for a great #MTedchat tonight and to @jdoss417 for hosting. Excited to see so many #evergreensd50 colleagues chatting tonight!