#MOgtchat Archive
A chat regarding Gifted Education with moderators who come from the board of the Gifted Association of Missouri.
Thursday October 27, 2016
9:00 PM EDT
MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Welcome to
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everyone!
MOgtchat
- Moderator
Oct 27 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Today, we're discussing meeting the affective needs of GT Ss & GT Ss in the trauma sensitive school.
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:02 PM EDT
For those new to chatting here's a cheat sheet to help you!
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MOgtchat
- Moderator
Oct 27 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Also, some common acronyms you will see are Ss for students, Ts for teachers, and GT for gifted.
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Please take moment to introduce yourselves, where you’re from, & your role in education. Don't forget to use
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WaltzLezlie
Oct 27 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Hi! I'm Lezlie~I'm a teacher of 5th & 6th Grade GT Ss & Director for District B of the Gifted Association of Missouri
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:05 PM EDT
If you want to "lurk and learn" please still introduce yourself so we can say hi!
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:06 PM EDT
This chat will be storified and the Storify link will be posted to
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mburstin1
Oct 27 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Greetings from Springfield! I'm Meredith of
@PhelpsCenter
@CentralBulldog
. 6th gr. teacher. Membership VP for
@gamgifted
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Q1: coming in 1 minute
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:08 PM EDT
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WaltzLezlie
Oct 27 @ 9:08 PM EDT
@mburstin1
@PhelpsCenter
@CentralBulldog
@GAMgifted
Hey! Glad you're here! I'm just walking in from parent-teacher conferences!
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jeff_shoemaker
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Oct 27 @ 9:10 PM EDT
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I am
@jeff_shoemaker
and I teach 5-8 grade gifted pull out for the
@LimaCitySchools
. Co-moderator of
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WaltzLezlie
Oct 27 @ 9:11 PM EDT
A1: Advanced cognition doesn't make a S immune to trauma. We need to recognize & not overlook GT Ss who need help & healing.
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WaltzLezlie
Oct 27 @ 9:11 PM EDT
@jeff_shoemaker
So glad you're here for the convo.!
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:13 PM EDT
Q2: coming in 1 minute
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mburstin1
Oct 27 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A1: Gifted Ss feel things very deeply; reactions to trauma may be strong & intense, which may be wrongly interpret as overreacting
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:14 PM EDT
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jeff_shoemaker
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Oct 27 @ 9:15 PM EDT
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A1. we need to recognize that when a Gifted child is in trauma we may or may not be equipped to help.
jeff_shoemaker
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Oct 27 @ 9:16 PM EDT
A2. When a GT students don't act the way in which they have in the past such as acting out or getting sassy with Ts and Ss.
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WaltzLezlie
Oct 27 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A2a: Signs of trauma can greatly vary. Headaches, angry outbursts, nightmares, withdrawal, shaking, depression all can be signs.
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:19 PM EDT
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:20 PM EDT
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WaltzLezlie
Oct 27 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A2b: Eating disorders, confusion & lack of attention to details, emotional breakdowns & suicidal thoughts can be signs of trauma.
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WaltzLezlie
Oct 27 @ 9:23 PM EDT
@jeff_shoemaker
Absolutely! Refer & partner w/a professional. Perhaps even parents & a Psychiatrist vs. school counselor.
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mburstin1
Oct 27 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A3: Just having access to help is huge. Help shouldn't be contingent on anything.
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WaltzLezlie
Oct 27 @ 9:23 PM EDT
@jeff_shoemaker
Yes- watch for "changes"
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:25 PM EDT
Q4: coming in 1 minute
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:26 PM EDT
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WaltzLezlie
Oct 27 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A3: Trauma sensitive schools can be mindful of potentially upsetting images or scenarios.
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Q5: coming in 1 minute
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:32 PM EDT
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WaltzLezlie
Oct 27 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A3b: Trauma sensitive schools can recognize the S's test score isn't necessarily accurate if they're needing healing from trauma.
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mburstin1
Oct 27 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A4: Affective prepares Ss for life both in and out of the classroom. It can't be minimized into a contest or test question.
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WaltzLezlie
Oct 27 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A4: When we speak up we help educators & legilators keep in the forefront that Ss are more than potential data points on a grid.
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:37 PM EDT
Q6: coming in 1 minute
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:38 PM EDT
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:43 PM EDT
Q7: coming in 1 minute
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WaltzLezlie
Oct 27 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A5: Here's a specific resource from Participate's Bank to consider 2 help younger Ss w/stress & anxiety.
https://t.co/61SI9oP6YR
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:44 PM EDT
Q7:___(See Pic)
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WaltzLezlie
Oct 27 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A5: Here's a specific resource from Participate's Bank to consider 2 help younger Ss w/stress & anxiety.
https://t.co/ymnYJZVrnE
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WaltzLezlie
Oct 27 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A5b: Playing amazon prime music spa & relaxation music while Ss draw what they "feel" can help w/teaching relaxation techniques.
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WaltzLezlie
Oct 27 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A7: I haven't tried this app yet- but plan 2 w/older GT Ss 2 help re: making friends.
https://t.co/wlc85yndLO
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WaltzLezlie
Oct 27 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A7: I haven't tried this app yet- but plan 2 w/older GT Ss 2 help re: making friends.
https://t.co/qB9F4WMoen
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Q8: coming in 1 minute
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Q8: What topics/issues in GT ED wold you like to discuss in conversation?
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(Please click on link & answer)
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Please remember to click the link in Q8 to answer and click submit!
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Well, it's been a great chat, everyone! Thanks so much for stopping by and thanks for your contributions!
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:56 PM EDT
Be sure to follow those you've connected with tonight to nurture an amazing PLN!
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:57 PM EDT
This chat will be storified with the link posted to
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Join us next week to continue discussing best practices to meet the needs of the GT Ss in the GT Class!
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MOgtchat
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Oct 27 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Mark your calendar & invite a friend! 11/3 8pm CST
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