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MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Please introduce yourself, and also give a shoutout to someone who has helped you recently #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome everyone to another great night of PD. I am Mr. Csajko and I will be hosting tonight’s #espechat

PerkettPE Oct 24 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hey everyone! Jason from ND checking in! #espechat

LovePrimaryPE Oct 24 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi everyone! After a couple of busy weeks I am finally able to join in again! Kelly Brown k-2 Georgia #espechat

mrb_physed Oct 24 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hello Nik from Quincy IL #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hey Jason! How is it going? #espechat

In reply to @PerkettPE

LiveLoveTeachPE Oct 24 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Alison from KY! #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Glad to have you back #espechat

In reply to @LovePrimaryPE

PEbyMrE Oct 24 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hey Ryan! Matt from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada - @PerkettPE & @LifeIsAthletic have helped me w/ dice games & fitness assessments #espechat

SouthPrairiePE Oct 24 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Fred from North Dakota checking in. S/O to @PerkettPE for his Star Wars AMRAP he sent me earlier this week! #espechat

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Mike from NYC...huge shoutout to my boy (and co-teacher) @Bkeeper20 who keeps me on my toes, accountable and always learning #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:03 PM EDT

He has some great stuff #espechat

In reply to @SouthPrairiePE, @PerkettPE

SaraWoodPE Oct 24 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Sara Wood in NYC. @thepespecialist video posts and newsletters have been helping me lately! #espechat

Coachadamspe Oct 24 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Alex Adams fro, Nashville TN. @Mr_C_PE has helped me with new bathroom passes and other ideas. #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Glad to have your wisdom tonight Mike! #espechat

In reply to @PhysEdFreak, @Bkeeper20

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Kennedra from MD. Shout out to Brittany Trail, middle school PE teacher I will shadow to see best practices #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome everyone to another great night of PD. I am Mr. Csajko and I will be hosting tonight’s #espechat

DMickBeversdorf Oct 24 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Darci from WI...shout out to all the PE people who get to attend WHPE this week...keep the passion #espechat

CoachFoe Oct 24 @ 8:04 PM EDT

#espechat Mark from IL checking in

dfeister Oct 24 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Dede from Va. #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Great to have you back Darci! #espechat

In reply to @DMickBeversdorf

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hey Dede! #espechat

In reply to @dfeister

MDPhysEd Oct 24 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Chris from Baltimore #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko

rich_wiles - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Rich from the SP. I will be in and out with bedtime. Good luck @MrCsajko #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Welcome back Chris! Looking to hear your perspective on tonights topic. #espechat

In reply to @MDPhysEd

PerkettPE Oct 24 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Guys...seriously...haha! Thanks! #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Now that we have our intro’s, we are just about ready to dive into some questions #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:06 PM EDT

We will be using the Q/A format. “Q4” would mean question number 4 #espechat

MrMitchellPE Oct 24 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Hi everybody its Roy from DC, back after a few busy weeks #espechat

MattKendall3 Oct 24 @ 8:06 PM EDT

#espechat to Brian from MAHPERD this last week

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Your responses should be typed “A4” which stands for Answer to #4 #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Welcome back Roy! #espechat

In reply to @MrMitchellPE

ScottWilson85 Oct 24 @ 8:07 PM EDT

#espechat after a couple weeks off. @EPEWCP is a wonderful workshop with awesome presenters that I have gleened over the years. Scott Wilson

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Let’s move into Question #1 #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1: What is your definition of the word “Poverty?” #espechat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:07 PM EDT

DC represent! Yessss! #espechat Excited..haven't seen someone on DC from here before.

In reply to @MrMitchellPE

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Hey Matt! #espechat

In reply to @MattKendall3

Coachadamspe Oct 24 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1 a mindset that you feel like you have no control of your life. #espechat

MDPhysEd Oct 24 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Shoutout to @MDHealthEd and @LeaJaspersMSDE, the brains of the office #espechat

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A wise man once told me, "Knowledge = knowing a tomato is a fruit, wisdom = knowing 2 not put it in a fruit salad." @jimsgymtx #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko, @Bkeeper20, @jimsgymtx

DMickBeversdorf Oct 24 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: not having the resources to provide basic needs for self and dependents #espechat

MattKendall3 Oct 24 @ 8:08 PM EDT

#espechat A1 inability to provide the basic needs of an individual

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Glad to be chatting with you all! #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko, @Bkeeper20

LiveLoveTeachPE Oct 24 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1 not having basic needs met #espechat

MrRoosPE Oct 24 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Tanner from Iowa. At PT conferences. I will be checking in on you. #espechat

PEbyMrE Oct 24 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Poverty can relate to socio-economic status & the lack of opportunities people have to do certain things or own certain things #espechat

hogantracy1 Oct 24 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A#1 people who do not have basic needs #espechat

jazzijeph Oct 24 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Hey everyone Jasmin from orlando checkin in #espechat

mrb_physed Oct 24 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 Lack of means necessary to meet basic needs #espechat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Poverty-economic conditions not allowing people to support themselves to meet basic standards of living #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1: What is your definition of the word “Poverty?” #espechat

SouthPrairiePE Oct 24 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Lacking the resources many of the general population are able to have or have access to #espechat

CoachFoe Oct 24 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#espechat A1 lack of basic needs being met; lack of educational opportunities to change that cycle of meeting basic needs

CoachWilliams23 Oct 24 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Crystal from Memphis, TN I teach K-5. #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko

MrMitchellPE Oct 24 @ 8:10 PM EDT

I started the school year strong but kind of dropped off. My wife and I had our first kid so its been a busy few weeks #espechat

In reply to @MsTuckerRocksPE

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: According to Eric Jenson, author of Teaching with Poverty in Mind, there are 6 types of poverty… #espechat

PerkettPE Oct 24 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1) Not having the means to support yourself and children/dependents financially. #espechat

framed01 Oct 24 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1 poverty is when people do not have basic needs covered to thrive. #espechat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Understood! Congrats on your first baby! That's exciting. Welcome back! #espechat

In reply to @MrMitchellPE

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: to me, poverty means not having enough resources (financial or otherwise) 2 live adequately amongst others in the same society #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko

LovePrimaryPE Oct 24 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1 lack of needs and opportunities that create obstacles for learning and growth. #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Many times "otherwise" leads to financial and vice versa #espechat

In reply to @PhysEdFreak

SaraWoodPE Oct 24 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1 the lack of essential resources/support for basic needs #espechat

MrMitchellPE Oct 24 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: Poverty occurs when their is a lack of the basic needs. #espechat

LiveLoveTeachPE Oct 24 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Majority of my Ss are in generational poverty #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Before moving on to Question 2...please take a minute to look at this jpg if you have not already #espechat

dfeister Oct 24 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Mine too #espechat

In reply to @LiveLoveTeachPE, @MrCsajko

PEbyMrE Oct 24 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Lots of my students live in some sort of poverty through having immigrated to Canada after civil war #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Question 6 may bring more insight and offer help #espechat

In reply to @LiveLoveTeachPE

CoachFoe Oct 24 @ 8:15 PM EDT

#espechat generational relative and urban poverty would describe my Ss

LovePrimaryPE Oct 24 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1: Poverty is spent in survival mode most of the time. #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Q2: How does poverty affect children? What are some signs to look for? #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Looking forward to learning from you in Q2 #espechat

In reply to @CoachFoe

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Same here, generational + relative especially being so close geographically to affluent parts of Manhattan but so far away in life #espechat

In reply to @LiveLoveTeachPE, @MrCsajko

SaraWoodPE Oct 24 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 it can hinder their ability to learn and thrive in school. Stress hinders learning. #espechat

MattKendall3 Oct 24 @ 8:16 PM EDT

#espechat A2 poverty can drive students into seclusion also they feel embarrassed And ashamed

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Stress and poverty. Bigtime connection there #espechat

In reply to @SaraWoodPE

LiveLoveTeachPE Oct 24 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 Unable to focus at school due to hunger or worrying about family situations #espechat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Lack of focus in doing work/performing...if basic needs are not meet, school work can't be a priority #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Q2: How does poverty affect children? What are some signs to look for? #espechat

framed01 Oct 24 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 hinders focus, ability to learn and relationships. #espechat

Coachadamspe Oct 24 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 they dont have the same environment and resources as others to be successful #espechat

SouthPrairiePE Oct 24 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Not having the same opportunities as other Ss #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Tugs at my teacher soul when I see this #espechat

In reply to @MattKendall3

SaraWoodPE Oct 24 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 school can also be a constant place of welcoming to Ss. We must take care of our students. #espechat

CoachFoe Oct 24 @ 8:17 PM EDT

#espechat A2 food hording from breakfast/lunch program. Same school uniform day after day

DMickBeversdorf Oct 24 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: no proper diet, not enough sleep, stress about home, trauma--closely related to poverty...all affect a Ss ability to learn #espechat

LovePrimaryPE Oct 24 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: lack of language skills, unable to read “cues”, lack of role models and support systems #espechat

PerkettPE Oct 24 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2) Many times parents are working mult. jobs = less parental involvement and lack of resources for Ss to be successful. #espechat

CoachFoe Oct 24 @ 8:18 PM EDT

#espechat A2 homework not a priority. Where is my next meal. Will I sleep in the hall of Apt cuz heat has been shut off

CoachFoe Oct 24 @ 8:19 PM EDT

#espechat A2 will I be harmed to or fro school

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:19 PM EDT

and this leads to our stress of "basic needs" that we mention in Q1 and which we take for granted #espechat

In reply to @CoachFoe

MattKendall3 Oct 24 @ 8:19 PM EDT

#espechat A2 need to address students self being and help them develop positive attitude about them selves

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2; Can also create the have and have nots divide..Ss sometimes know other Ss are struggling & tease & bully #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:20 PM EDT

11 interesting facts about poverty in America https://t.co/zM0Ser8uk2 #espechat

SouthPrairiePE Oct 24 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: parental involvement may be limited resulting in lack of attention. Possible attention seeking actions coming from Ss #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Have's and the Have Not's #espechat

In reply to @MsTuckerRocksPE

MrMitchellPE Oct 24 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: Poverty hinders students ability to thrive in school. School isn't priority if next meal is uncertain #espechat

LovePrimaryPE Oct 24 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: behavioral issues, ongoing medical and dental problems, lacking many social skills #espechat

CoachFoe Oct 24 @ 8:20 PM EDT

#espechat absolutely

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:19 PM EDT

and this leads to our stress of "basic needs" that we mention in Q1 and which we take for granted #espechat
In reply to @CoachFoe

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:20 PM EDT

which we will dive into in question 6 #espechat

In reply to @SouthPrairiePE

LiveLoveTeachPE Oct 24 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 Ss in poverty may seem older because they deal with adult problems #espechat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Good point!! Def something to watch for on lunch duty. Remember student stuffing food in her mouth last yr #espechat

In reply to @CoachFoe

PEbyMrE Oct 24 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: Attention seekers, tattle talers, disruptive behaviour, students who just need someone who will care for them #espechat

MattKendall3 Oct 24 @ 8:21 PM EDT

#espechat A2. Need to make sure students know they can change themselves for the better

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:21 PM EDT

and bringing in the ending of a bag of cereal/chips/whatever they can find #espechat

In reply to @MsTuckerRocksPE, @CoachFoe

smartintahoe Oct 24 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: poverty effects S’s in many ways lack of access to movement opportunities ⬆️ home instability, School not their focus #Maslows #espechat

CoachFoe Oct 24 @ 8:21 PM EDT

#espechat absolutely Kelly

LovePrimaryPE Oct 24 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: behavioral issues, ongoing medical and dental problems, lacking many social skills #espechat

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2: Poverty often teaches children that they're worth less and should expect less out of life. They're...#espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:22 PM EDT

some signs I look for are energy levels, clothes, smells, lack of resources, "bored" behaviors, etc #espechat

LovePrimaryPE Oct 24 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2: I see lots of anger, sadness, and emotional outbursts from these Ss. They do not know how to express what is wrong. #espechat

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2: ...taught to cheat/beat "the system" vs how 2 break cycle of generational poverty. Also taught to accept living w/o resources #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Question 2 dealt with what we see/sense.... lets figure out how to help in Q3..... #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Q3: What are some ways you have helped/can help students that may be struggling with poverty? #espechat

PEbyMrE Oct 24 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2: I've seen a lot of students with horrible food choices, like doritos and coke first class in the morning #espechat

jazzijeph Oct 24 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2Behavior issues wearin the same shirts for days at a time and being tired wanting love not knowing how to receive it #espechat

SaraWoodPE Oct 24 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3. Just be kind. We never know what a student has experience before coming into our spaces. #espechat

DMickBeversdorf Oct 24 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: bring in clothes and shoes from home, pack blessing in a backpack bags. food and necessity closets, warm clothing for winter #espechat

PerkettPE Oct 24 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2) Many of these sound like the typical ‘fight or flight’ responses. Its not the Ss fault yet we hold them responsible 4 actions #espechat

MattKendall3 Oct 24 @ 8:25 PM EDT

#espechat A3. Listen to them and try and show empathy... understand it may take a while but if you establish trust first goes long way

PEbyMrE Oct 24 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: Our school leased a 15 pass. van for Ss 2B able 2 play school sports, 97% of Ss on sports teams wouldn't be able 2 otherwise #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Where do you obtain the resources? #espechat

In reply to @DMickBeversdorf

PEbyMrE Oct 24 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: Our school started a morning snack program because breakfast was not properly given to Ss at home #espechat

LovePrimaryPE Oct 24 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: I try very hard to level the playing field in my classroom. We are all learners and we accept each other where we are. #espechat

LiveLoveTeachPE Oct 24 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3 showing ways to eat healthy on a budget. I've had a lot say they don't have $ for produce #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT

ex. McDonalds value menu #espechat

In reply to @LiveLoveTeachPE

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: Ss who cant afford PE uniform but want 1 are given it for free...old school collected materials for Ss #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Q3: What are some ways you have helped/can help students that may be struggling with poverty? #espechat

SaraWoodPE Oct 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3. NYC is free breakfast and lunch for all students. #espechat

smartintahoe Oct 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: connect w/ sources of help to join school sports, get them support , find 1on1 times to discuss life, behavior, etc. #espechat

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: Exposure. 2 what's around them, what positive/healthy choices are, access to free resources around them. #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko

jazzijeph Oct 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Q3 showing the ss love &being there for them. Letting them know there is always a better day ahead #espechat

PerkettPE Oct 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3) A ‘hand-up’ is very helpful. Many times Ss are not looking for a ‘hand-out’, just a gesture to know that you care. #espechat

DMickBeversdorf Oct 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT

program in our area for blessing in a backpack...our necessity closet is mostly furnished by a church, but others donate too #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko

DrJamesHassan Oct 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Better late, than never...I hope! #ESPEchat

MrMitchellPE Oct 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: My school has a washer machine so I have helped wash extra uniforms #espechat

LiveLoveTeachPE Oct 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT

My school resource center does a great job with getting kids clothes, shoes and food #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:27 PM EDT

lunch bunch, walk the halls, etc. Love it #espechat #listen

smartintahoe Oct 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: connect w/ sources of help to join school sports, get them support , find 1on1 times to discuss life, behavior, etc. #espechat

CoachFoe Oct 24 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#espechat A3 imp to develop a relationship w/ Ss opens up door to talk address some issues. Most times I just listen.

Coachadamspe Oct 24 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3 first have a relationship with them. Then start to mentor them. No one else is doing it... #espechat

LovePrimaryPE Oct 24 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3 we establish relationships first and foremost. We create a culture of caring for each other #espechat

SouthPrairiePE Oct 24 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: Greet Ss warmly. Be excited to see & communicate w/ them. Empower Ss & give opportunities to be successful & try new things #espechat

DMickBeversdorf Oct 24 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: I would love to see more adult education...how do we get the adults to come in and listen? #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Love this for A3: https://t.co/9P1D2J9r3N #espechat

PEbyMrE Oct 24 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: Biggest thing is almost being a parent to them; most of my Ss parents think it is our responsibility to be a parent #espechat

SaraWoodPE Oct 24 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Or how can we get to them if they can't come in? #espechat

In reply to @DMickBeversdorf

MrMitchellPE Oct 24 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: We also have breakfast, lunch, and snack programs to make sure students are fed some nutrients throughout the day #espechat

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: ...often involves "teaching" parent as well. Including families increases likelihood of behavior sticking long term. #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Love these answers....all focused on building relationships! #espechat

LovePrimaryPE Oct 24 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3 I try to give them experiences they may never get outside of my classroom. #espechat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A school I interviewed w/ in DC washed uniforms as well. #espechat

In reply to @MrMitchellPE

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:29 PM EDT

With generational poverty this is HUGE! #espechat Great job Kelly

In reply to @LovePrimaryPE

MrMitchellPE Oct 24 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: Most importantly I make sure my classroom is a warm environment and a safe haven for my students #espechat

PEbyMrE Oct 24 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Absolutely! Message has to be consistent for the students otherwise it isn't going to effective #espechat

In reply to @DMickBeversdorf

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3: we also have to be careful with what we say #espechat

jazzijeph Oct 24 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Q3 at my school we have uniforms everyone gets free breakfast and lunch we show love #espechat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Love what she says about expect them to achieve & take them places even virtually. #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Love this for A3: https://t.co/9P1D2J9r3N #espechat

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Many times an open ear says a million times more than a word of advice. Ss crave being heard+ positive attention, esp from male Ts #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A3: Be their biggest cheerleader! #espechat

CoachFoe Oct 24 @ 8:31 PM EDT

#espechat A3 field trips out of city; work with groups/orgs to give exp or opps such as running a 5K fee waived

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Howard County has a poverty education class for teachers. I'm planning to take it #espechat

In reply to @DMickBeversdorf

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Any orgs/groups you'd like to give a shout out to? #espechat

In reply to @CoachFoe

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Don't get them to come in, we go to them! Newsletters, emails, texts, #BringYourParentToPEWeek, class website. Be obnoxious! #espechat

In reply to @DMickBeversdorf

sa_watkins Oct 24 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A3: I think the most important thing is trying to bring caregivers in to the mix. Create a team to help the students. #espechat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:33 PM EDT

And you can bring Field Trips to kids..saw an offering for a museum in a box program that comes to schools #espechat

CoachFoe Oct 24 @ 8:31 PM EDT

#espechat A3 field trips out of city; work with groups/orgs to give exp or opps such as running a 5K fee waived

smartintahoe Oct 24 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: My school arranged access to ski and snowboard instruction for free, ice skating, and other community movement experiences #espechat

LovePrimaryPE Oct 24 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: include everyone! We are a big family. It takes a village... #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Virtual run is a great app for this. My class ran in the city of chicago, right in our gym #espechat

In reply to @MsTuckerRocksPE

sa_watkins Oct 24 @ 8:34 PM EDT

I use #ClassTag to communicate with caregivers and make sure that students know they are on the team too. #espechat

DMickBeversdorf Oct 24 @ 8:34 PM EDT

I want Ss to understand that education might be the way they can get things turned around for themselves and their family #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Question 4 in one minute #espechat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Saw in a chat having a parent resource room...where parents can come in & get info, chat w/school admin etc #espechat

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Don't get them to come in, we go to them! Newsletters, emails, texts, #BringYourParentToPEWeek, class website. Be obnoxious! #espechat
In reply to @DMickBeversdorf

MattKendall3 Oct 24 @ 8:35 PM EDT

#espechat A 3. Disney has virtual races. They are over this year but you can sign up for next year

framed01 Oct 24 @ 8:35 PM EDT

That sounds interesting! #espechat

In reply to @MsTuckerRocksPE

smsandino Oct 24 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hey #espechat 👋🏼!! Stephanie Sandino chiming in late from Southern Cali, ms #physed (grades 7/8)

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hey Steph! #espechat

In reply to @smsandino

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Q4: How can we help colleagues who may endure situational/relative poverty? #espechat

CoachFoe Oct 24 @ 8:36 PM EDT

#espechat I didnt have 2 worry about what my Ss do. Listening is best I may say wrong thing. I try to guide as best as I can

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:36 PM EDT

#espechat

framed01 Oct 24 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Think this is essential. #espechat

In reply to @LovePrimaryPE

smsandino Oct 24 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1 Someone who is in a situation that involves extreme financial hardship #espechat

CoachFoe Oct 24 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#espechat local YMCA Park District local politicians

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Any orgs/groups you'd like to give a shout out to? #espechat
In reply to @CoachFoe

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Can you ask an organization to come and present during a staff meeting or on a PD day? #espechat

In reply to @MattKendall3, @MrMitchellPE

smsandino Oct 24 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Hi Ryan! Typing a little slow tonight after tons of burpees tonight lol 😂👋🏼 #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko

MattKendall3 Oct 24 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#espechat A4 offer help but don’t push yourself to give help

framed01 Oct 24 @ 8:39 PM EDT

#Espechat

framed01 Oct 24 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4. Offer meals, To support as can.

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: As a result of layoffs, I have looked for jobs for a colleagues spouse/partner #espechat

smsandino Oct 24 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A2 Poverty has negative effects on children such as depression, anxiety, ⬇️ motivation, ⬇️ academics, fatigue (lack of food/sleep) #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:39 PM EDT

sorry... A4 #espechat

DMickBeversdorf Oct 24 @ 8:39 PM EDT

I have to go home from PT conferences...hoping to say good night to my kiddos! Thanks for the chat tonight @MrCsajko #espechat

SaraWoodPE Oct 24 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4. Schools have created meal sign ups for colleagues who have emergency needs. #espechat

MDPhysEd Oct 24 @ 8:40 PM EDT

This is a big one to me. I make a good salary but have less $$ then a lot of peers. People assume otherwise. Just be aware A4 #Espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko

LovePrimaryPE Oct 24 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4 be there to listen/support. Offer yourself as equal with no judgments.We too must be a family to support Ss and their learning. #espechat

SouthPrairiePE Oct 24 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4: Be willing to listen and not judge. Everyone is fighting a battle. #espechat

PEbyMrE Oct 24 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4: Be willing to listen & not judge or try to give advice; offer to help in any way you can #espechat

jazzijeph Oct 24 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4 help make food for their families #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4: carpool, bring leftovers to share, off your "time;" which we all know should be a currency to teachers #espechat

Samuel_Karns Oct 24 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4: we have experienced colleagues displaced due to Harvey so we have opened our homes, fundraising, meals, donations, partnership #espechat

MrMitchellPE Oct 24 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4: Offering a meal goes a long way. Moving to an $$$ area as a first year teacher was definitely rough. every meal counts #espechat

rich_wiles - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A4. Sometimes just acting like nothing is different at school. It can be their escape. This helps them feel safe and secure. #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Thanks for sharing Chris. Assumptions make a "you know what...." #espechat

In reply to @MDPhysEd

MDPhysEd Oct 24 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A4 pt 3: And don't ask for money; ever. Was told once was part of my job to buy local banquet tickets. Didn't have $ for tix. #espechat

PerkettPE Oct 24 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A4) Again I think a “hand-up” rather than a “hand-out” for colleagues would be greatly appreciated. Schools = Family = Team #espechat

smsandino Oct 24 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A3 Providing support, understanding, athletic clothes, shoes, snacks from the cafeteria and demonstrating that I care #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Wow...Thank you for this tweet. Made my heart smile. #espechat

In reply to @Samuel_Karns

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A4: Same as Ss. Offer support when needed, resources when able, kindness and love always! #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Question 5 coming up #espechat

LovePrimaryPE Oct 24 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A4 when $ comes up, offer other options like decorating or preparing or giving of their time maybe #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:45 PM EDT

For question 5 we will look at the Cycle of Poverty image, with a focus on “is significantly disadvantaged in education.” #espechat

ScottWilson85 Oct 24 @ 8:46 PM EDT

#espechat all lives matter; no matter what your socio-economic status.

smsandino Oct 24 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A4 In the past we’ve had a donation fund to help pay for rent #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Q5: How can we help SCHOOLS that are “disadvantaged in education” and resources to break this cycle? #espechat

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Always keep in mind that we as Ts are only a paycheck or 2 from hardship. How would we want to be treated if roles were reversed #espechat

In reply to @LovePrimaryPE

Coachadamspe Oct 24 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5 go work there #espechat

MattKendall3 Oct 24 @ 8:47 PM EDT

#espechat A5. Make sure school fill out financial forms to apply for Title 1 funding

smsandino Oct 24 @ 8:48 PM EDT

We’ve offered up sick time to a past colleague as well, thanks for thinking of that! #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Great start. Then? #espechat

In reply to @Coachadamspe

PerkettPE Oct 24 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5) Strictly as a PE teacher? I think cross-curricular activities are HUGE! They provide another aspect of imp. information to Ss #espechat

MattKendall3 Oct 24 @ 8:48 PM EDT

#espechat A5. Hold parent nights with translators and encourage forms to be filled out.

Coachadamspe Oct 24 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5 good teachers dont seem to stay at these schools #espechat

LiveLoveTeachPE Oct 24 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5 grant writing! #espechat

CoachFoe Oct 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT

#espechat A5 I have worked here my whole teaching career. So frustrating maddening. Just keep trying to make headway

MDPhysEd Oct 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5: Among the projects nationwide I'm most impressed with is @OPENPhysEd ; high quality curriculum available to all, #espechat pt.1

In reply to @MrCsajko, @OPENPhysEd

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5: Educate educators. PD is about policy & kids needs get lost. GIve pd on poverty/follow up w/resources #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Q5: How can we help SCHOOLS that are “disadvantaged in education” and resources to break this cycle? #espechat

PEbyMrE Oct 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Absolutely! We could just as easily be in others who aren’t as fortunate‘s shoes #Espechat

In reply to @PhysEdFreak, @LovePrimaryPE

2BorNot2MsB Oct 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2 It makes it difficult for students to focus during the day when they may be preoccupied with what's happening at home #espechat

KymmBallard Oct 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Awesome Chats tonight with #EdAdvBecause and #espechat both very important! Should read both and follow! #bestofthebest

LovePrimaryPE Oct 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5 we have to think creatively and outside the box. Use resources wisely, practice what we preach. #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT

AND FREEEEEEEEEE! #espechat the way it should be

MDPhysEd Oct 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5: Among the projects nationwide I'm most impressed with is @OPENPhysEd ; high quality curriculum available to all, #espechat pt.1
In reply to @MrCsajko, @OPENPhysEd

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Yessssssssss! Droppin jewels right here #espechat

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Always keep in mind that we as Ts are only a paycheck or 2 from hardship. How would we want to be treated if roles were reversed #espechat
In reply to @LovePrimaryPE

Samuel_Karns Oct 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5 #WholeSchoolWholeCommunityWholeChild is where the community & families become empowered & we build on each other’s strengths #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Q5: How can we help SCHOOLS that are “disadvantaged in education” and resources to break this cycle? #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A5: @AdoptAGymKM moderated recently and his program is great for this answer #espechat

MattKendall3 Oct 24 @ 8:50 PM EDT

#espechat set expectations for students and makes sure you stock sports careers on career day

MDPhysEd Oct 24 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A5: pt 2 #espechat schools serving students in this poverty cycle often don't have a coordinator or $, @OPENPhysEd provides equity of access

In reply to @MrCsajko, @OPENPhysEd

LovePrimaryPE Oct 24 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A5 SHARE SHARE SHARE with your colleagues. Time, resources, ideas. Collaborate! #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Burnout? @MissHartl had a great blog post regarding this. #espechat

In reply to @Coachadamspe, @MissHartl

smsandino Oct 24 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A5 Giving teachers the resources to deal with this situation at their sites. It’s something a credential prgm doesn’t teach #espechat

2BorNot2MsB Oct 24 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3 having a box of free take home snacks for students who need it always helps! #espechat

SouthPrairiePE Oct 24 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A5: Collaborate with other PE teachers at other schools. Share activities/equipment if needed. Collaboration. #espechat

smsandino Oct 24 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A5b Different programs such as free and reduced lunch, @AdoptAGymKM , @UNICEF power schools all help w/ some component of poverty #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Agreed. Many just fluff up things that were originally shared a long time ago...as you stated in your blog post (insert link here) #espechat

In reply to @MDPhysEd, @OPENPhysEd

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A5: 1 thing I love most about teaching @DemocracyPrep is they seem to value raising good Ss = if not > than academic achievement #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko, @DemocracyPrep

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Question 6 in 30 seconds... #espechat

Samuel_Karns Oct 24 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Breaking the cycle of poverty begins w/redefining culture & shifting the mindset by equipping families with tools #GrowthMindset #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:54 PM EDT

For Q6, lets discuss a quote by John Heywood… “many hands make light work” #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q6: How can ALL stakeholders get involved to fight poverty? #espechat

PhysEdFreak Oct 24 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A5: ...like the "teach a man to fish" tale, if you teach Ss to know better, they'll learn to do better. Has to start somewhere #espechat

In reply to @MrCsajko

KymmBallard Oct 24 @ 8:55 PM EDT

That’s a tough one that needs all of us! #EdAdvBecause #Espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Q5: How can we help SCHOOLS that are “disadvantaged in education” and resources to break this cycle? #espechat

CoachFoe Oct 24 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#espechat A5 Free breakfast/lunch Title I Grants etc helpful But doesn't stop the violence in my school community

Coachadamspe Oct 24 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6 its not juat your burdan to carry. The respinsbility is in all constituents #espechat

smartintahoe Oct 24 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A5: truly letting S’s know there are high expectations for them and they can achieve anything! #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A6: we have to make a school into a true community. Preach and practice the importance of a Great Education by ALL. #espechat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Former principal used to say this all the time #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:54 PM EDT

For Q6, lets discuss a quote by John Heywood… “many hands make light work” #espechat

MattKendall3 Oct 24 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#espechat A6 teachers should provide a different narrative for students. Provide a different path that students believe they can follow

Samuel_Karns Oct 24 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A6 I know I sound like a broken record but when implemented strongly the #WSCC framework is amazing, platform that engages all #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:57 PM EDT

My mom used to say it during gardening season. #espechat

In reply to @MsTuckerRocksPE

smartintahoe Oct 24 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6: a joint plan by all in a school community to work together to create a consistent and caring environment for kids #espechat

SouthPrairiePE Oct 24 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6: All must be willing to offer help when needed. Staying consistent throughout the year also #espechat

LovePrimaryPE Oct 24 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6 staying involved in the community and reaching out to build those positive relationships is where to begin. #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:58 PM EDT

https://t.co/3t9uX0vwL5 #espechat

MrMitchellPE Oct 24 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Man I would have loved that as a first year teacher #espechat

In reply to @PhysEdFreak

MattKendall3 Oct 24 @ 8:58 PM EDT

#espechat A6.people will only improve when they believe the path is better and achievable for them

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 24 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A6: Would love a resource fair -during 1st b4 Ss come back community orgs showcase to Ts all their resources #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q6: How can ALL stakeholders get involved to fight poverty? #espechat

Samuel_Karns Oct 24 @ 8:58 PM EDT

In Texas we have school health advisory councils at district, campus & Ss level so all voices are heard (51% community 49% staff) #espechat

PerkettPE Oct 24 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A6) 1 School = 1 Team = 1 Family ... all Ss and all Ts deserve a voice and a hand in the whole education process. #espechat

MrCsajko - Moderator Oct 24 @ 8:59 PM EDT

"RELATIONSHIPS" ...a resounding theme in just about every answer tonight #espechat