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mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:00 PM EST

As people start rolling in, please introduce yourselves! we'll start right around 7:00 with Qs! #learnlap

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:00 PM EST

We will follow the standard Q1/A1 format, and we are all about community tonight. #LearnLAP

Mr_Hunter106 Jan 11 @ 8:00 PM EST

@mrsmduke bravo for taking a swing at it! Jacob Hunter MS SS teacher from SW Washington excited to jump back into the #learnLAP crew

lthomaspaquin Jan 11 @ 8:01 PM EST

@mrsmduke Hello! My name is Lauren. I teach 3 and 4th graders. Trying to increase Ss independence, classroom creativity, etc. #learnlap

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:01 PM EST

Question 1! Here we go! #LearnLAP We are talking about classroom communities tonight. https://t.co/TePSmi8W3x

trevorabryan Jan 11 @ 8:01 PM EST

Trevor. Art teacher from NJ. Stopping by for a bit. https://t.co/lGPaJt1yO9 #LearnLAP https://t.co/M3DWCOjEvg

meyerisland Jan 11 @ 8:02 PM EST

#learnlap Dean 5th grade t from Michigan A1. I think of my classroom & students & how we bond over the year. It's all about community

StefaniePitzer Jan 11 @ 8:03 PM EST

Salutations! I'm Stefanie from Peoria, IL and I'm rocking my 10th teacher-versary in 2nd grade land! #learnlap #dgslearns

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:03 PM EST

truth. I firmly believe relationships and community make learning. #learnlap https://t.co/Km0TbmC8JX

meyerisland Jan 11 @ 8:02 PM EST

#learnlap Dean 5th grade t from Michigan A1. I think of my classroom & students & how we bond over the year. It's all about community

meyerisland Jan 11 @ 8:03 PM EST

#learnlap A1 2/2 The challenge is building a professional community via #personalizedPD, twitter, edcamps, etc,... that may be as rewarding

TeachDB17 Jan 11 @ 8:03 PM EST

Daniell K Tchr in AZ, @HopeStreetGroup Nat'l Tchr Fellow, @ASCD Emerging Ldr, & blogger for https://t.co/RNseIo03bH. #learnlap

TeachDB17 Jan 11 @ 8:04 PM EST

A1. Same goal, interdependence, willingness to collaborate/act as one when needed. #learnlap

korytellers Jan 11 @ 8:04 PM EST

Go @mrsmduke ! You've got this and are going to be awesome! :) #LearnLAP https://t.co/zwV1MYkXYU

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 7:58 PM EST

Hey! Welcome to #LearnLAP! THis is my first time moderating anything ever, so be kind. Introduce yourself with all the details, please!

StefaniePitzer Jan 11 @ 8:04 PM EST

A1: Classroom community starts before Ss walk in our doors & doesn't end when they leave the 4 walls of our classroom. #learnlap

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:05 PM EST

I'm Paul Solarz, a 5th grade teacher from snowy Arlington Heights, Illinois! Looking forward to @mrsmduke's first time moderating #LearnLAP!

meyerisland Jan 11 @ 8:05 PM EST

#learnLAP a1. 3/3 I always start by noting we are going to spend more time together than I will w/ my own kids, therefore community=family!

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

A RT of Q1 for any late comers! #learnlap https://t.co/dKvlXVR37m

acodyclancy Jan 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

A1 #LearnLAP I think of family. A cohesive unit that works together for the same goals. Motivating. Positive place to be

rondorland Jan 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

My 2015 One Word: Vulnerability https://t.co/So0vjuJDqX #collabed #edtechchat #engchat #learnlap

Mr_Hunter106 Jan 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

A1 classroom community is about trust and respect. How Ss work without direct T supervision says a lot #learnLAP

AngieR_BWMS Jan 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

Angie - MS Instr Coach from coastal SC #learnlap

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

A1: I think of how my students and I grow together as a family, begin to care for & respect each other & look out for each other! #LearnLAP

TeachDB17 Jan 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

A1. A classroom community extends beyond the classroom. Its is welcoming and engaging.#learnlap

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:07 PM EST

Question 2 coming up in 1 min #LearnLAP

MelanieSSpencer Jan 11 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1 Adults & young people learning beside each other, relating respectfully with each other and sharing a common goal #LearnLAP

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

Question 2, see image for Q. #LearnLAP https://t.co/VdfkqXEhOB

LeavUrImge2FDP Jan 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

@mrsmduke A1: Those with u on the journey. They contribute, engage, support whether on or off campus. Public/private partnershps #LearnLap

StefaniePitzer Jan 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1: Classroom community is at the heart of it all! #learnlap

lesliefarooq Jan 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

Hi #LearnLAP, it's Leslie in Mty, MX, excited to support @mrsmduke. Go, Marie!

docvs1 Jan 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

glad to be here. was really ill recently. Middle school teacher tampa fl #learnlap

trevorabryan Jan 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1 A place where all learners are supported https://t.co/jqVMVEaPrC #LearnLAP https://t.co/40bIm4PykI

nbartley6 - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

#learnlap Nili Bartley MA in/out tonight A1 Community is feeling safe, taking risks, knowing each other & being eager to come back tomorrow

docvs1 Jan 11 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: kids working together #learnlap

AngieR_BWMS Jan 11 @ 8:09 PM EST

School community-how invested Ts Ss Ps and all support staff are to the betterment of children #learnlap

Mr_Hunter106 Jan 11 @ 8:09 PM EST

I've followed a group of 6th graders all the way to 8th grade this year. For better or worse we're family! #LearnLap https://t.co/HZRMeej0Eh

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

A1: I think of how my students and I grow together as a family, begin to care for & respect each other & look out for each other! #LearnLAP

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:09 PM EST

Q2 comes from convo with @brianwyzlic this summer about lack of research on relationships and community. #learnlap https://t.co/4nsTiiKDY0

acodyclancy Jan 11 @ 8:09 PM EST

A2 #LearnLAP I always go back to Wong's First Days- building procedures for cohesiveness and then to my heart for love and positivity

lesliefarooq Jan 11 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: I think of my classes of learners, including myself. #LearnLAP

athomp2762 Jan 11 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1 everyone matters #learnlap

sarahmdarnell Jan 11 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: working together towards a common goal. #learnlap

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:10 PM EST

You are definitely a part of the community. #learnlap https://t.co/sOY147CBM9

lesliefarooq Jan 11 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: I think of my classes of learners, including myself. #LearnLAP

MelanieSSpencer Jan 11 @ 8:10 PM EST

A2 Can't go past Parker Palmer 'To Know as We are Known' and 'The Courage to Teach' #LearnLAP

Mr_Hunter106 Jan 11 @ 8:10 PM EST

@nbartley6 anyday that leaves Ss "eager to come back tomorrow" has been a success in learning and community #LearnLAP

StefaniePitzer Jan 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

A2: Twitter! The #tlap #learnlap #XPLAP #ditchbook community is unbelievable!

TeachDB17 Jan 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

A2. A T in my school is a great resources on community. I learn A LOT from her. #learnlap Any other suggestions?

meyerisland Jan 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

#learnlap A2.) my goto peeps 4 community are @PaulSolarz @burgessdave & pinnacle of being everywhere all the time @craigyen he's like santa

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

Hi #LearnLAP Maria in SC, coming in late. No snow here!

docvs1 Jan 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

A2: I read anything I can #learnlap

sarahmdarnell Jan 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

A2: I have found the people I have connected with on Twitter give a lot of help when it comes to anything educationally related. #learnlap

craigyen Jan 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

LOL Thanks Dean #learnlap https://t.co/ic1gRrIqs5

meyerisland Jan 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

#learnlap A2.) my goto peeps 4 community are @PaulSolarz @burgessdave & pinnacle of being everywhere all the time @craigyen he's like santa

MelanieSSpencer Jan 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

A2 Margaret Heffernan's 'Beyond Measure' is also wonderful #LearnLAP

nbartley6 - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

@Mr_Hunter106 #learnlap I didn't truly grasp community till last yr when my class took it to another level-we never stopped growing together

Ben_educating Jan 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

A2 - A wonderful person & great resource is @BarbaraGruener Expert on community #LearnLAP

nbartley6 - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:13 PM EST

@Ben_educating @BarbaraGruener #learnlap completely agree!

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:13 PM EST

@nbartley6 @Mr_Hunter106 How did they level up? #learnlap

sarahmdarnell Jan 11 @ 8:13 PM EST

A2 cont: Community is a constant work in progress that is always evolving. #learnlap

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:13 PM EST

A2: The Morning Meeting Book is a favorite. Having that time to check in or play daily is essential #LearnLAP

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:14 PM EST

Question 3 coming up in 1 minute! #LearnLAP

TeachDB17 Jan 11 @ 8:14 PM EST

@miamayer This is a good one! #learnlap

Ben_educating Jan 11 @ 8:14 PM EST

@nbartley6 Here's the link to @BarbaraGruener book, What's Under Your Cape. #LearnLAP https://t.co/cq3QZrICcC

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:14 PM EST

@Ben_educating I highly agree!!! Just talked about @BarbaraGruener this week in class & her amazing book: https://t.co/ILa4QXcIGl #LearnLAP

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:15 PM EST

Question 3: see image! #LearnLAP https://t.co/Ljb6XUTB70

acodyclancy Jan 11 @ 8:15 PM EST

@miamayer #LearnLAP What's the Morning Meeting Book? Sounds interesting!

TeachDB17 Jan 11 @ 8:15 PM EST

A3. I am interdependent. I rely on other Ts, admin, Ps, and my Ss. My job can't be done in isolation. #learnlap

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:15 PM EST

@acodyclancy https://t.co/nsmtDi5aoE It's full of great ideas! #LearnLAP

lesliefarooq Jan 11 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: Any book that honors autonomy and personal passions is a great start. #LearnLAP

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

@acodyclancy It's a great tool for 1st year teachers or a refresher for veterans! #LearnLAP

acodyclancy Jan 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

A3 #LearnLAP Without community- working with others and learning from them- being a T would be even more difficult than it already is!

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

A3: Without our community structure, I would feel like I was at work all day! Instead, I feel like I'm spending time with family! #LearnLAP

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

Holy cats this goes fast as moderator! #learnlap god bless tweetdeck scheduling!

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

@meyerisland @PaulSolarz @burgessdave @craigyen No, Santa sleeps. #LearnLAP

MelanieSSpencer Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

A3 Relationship, coming alongside, seeing the lights go on, the penny drop and the love of learning blossom. Simple really 😃 #LearnLAP

Mr_Hunter106 Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

Esme Codell "Educating Esme" preaches relationships. It's my keep calm and teach on book :-) #learnlap

AngieR_BWMS Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

A3 to effectively coach I must build community thru trust and authentic communication with a diverse group of Ts and admins #learnlap

lesliefarooq Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

A3: I'm a classroom teacher and department head, and I am thinking about Maslow's hierarchy of needs. Safety, belonging. #LearnLAP

docvs1 Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

A3: I work with lowest quartile students. #learnlap

drshelly268 Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

A3: I try to build teacher community in #teacherprep to avoid attitude of isolation #learnLAP https://t.co/PFCC63PNQv

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:15 PM EST

Question 3: see image! #LearnLAP https://t.co/Ljb6XUTB70

lthomaspaquin Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q3 Being a T, I want Ss to trust me. We need to be a community of risk takers and learners. #LearnLAP

nbartley6 - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

N @mrsmduke @Mr_Hunter106 With #learnlap & @SuperYouFun Ss learned how to bring out their own strengths & EACH OTHER'S couldn't believe it

Mr_Hunter106 Jan 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2 Esme Codell "Educating Esme" preaches relationships. It's my keep calm and teach on book :-) #learnlap

meyerisland Jan 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

@PaulSolarz #learnLAP A3. agreed, otherwise it'd feel like I were a FIREMAN constantly putting out fires around the room that pyromaniacs st

TeachDB17 Jan 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

A3. Having a community makes the job enjoyable and engaging. #learnlap

Larapinlady Jan 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

@mrsmduke Additionally, 11,@TwinCreeksMS1 & 9, @WinshipWildcats. #learnlap

lthomaspaquin Jan 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

Q3 I think I've also been looking to Twitter for community of teachers. #LearnLAP

nbartley6 - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

@Ben_educating @BarbaraGruener #learnlap Thank you!! read it, loved it, and would highly recommend it to any human being!:)

StefaniePitzer Jan 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

A3: Classroom community is what makes my 2nd grade classroom flourish and reminds me daily that learning should be FUN! #learnlap

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

A3: You can't expect them to want to come to school, you have to help them understand why it's important. We are the funmakers #LearnLAP

sarahmdarnell Jan 11 @ 8:19 PM EST

A3: Community lets me know I'm not in it alone. Education system is broken--we still have to perform job to the best of ability. #learnlap

MelanieSSpencer Jan 11 @ 8:19 PM EST

A3 Teaching is inherently relational (at least it should be) & relationship is central to community. It brings authenticity #LearnLAP

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:20 PM EST

@Mr_Hunter106 LOVE this book. It was gifted to me by my coaching teacher and it is a refreshing reminder on tough days. #LearnLAP

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

I feel like it always comes back to Maslow. #learnlap https://t.co/ssYCZTOARc

lesliefarooq Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

A3: I'm a classroom teacher and department head, and I am thinking about Maslow's hierarchy of needs. Safety, belonging. #LearnLAP

MelanieSSpencer Jan 11 @ 8:22 PM EST

@sarahmdarnell Thankfully things area little different in Aus. System isn't broken but I agree, community means doing it together #LearnLAP

lesliefarooq Jan 11 @ 8:22 PM EST

@mrsmduke Yes, and I still enjoy the expression "Maslow before Blooms" a lot! Makes me chuckle and nod. #LearnLAP

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:22 PM EST

FTR I have two crying toddlers on my lap. #learnlap Think pirates had that?

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

Question 4: #LearnLAP see image. https://t.co/cNST7chX99

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

@mrsmduke Drunken first mates, so... sort of? #LearnLAP

lthomaspaquin Jan 11 @ 8:24 PM EST

Q4 Classroom meetings, social skills instruction. I think it is important to find time and ways to celebrate each other. #learnlap

AngieR_BWMS Jan 11 @ 8:24 PM EST

A4 Kagan team and class builders-I can't say enough about them! #learnlap

docvs1 Jan 11 @ 8:24 PM EST

A4: we have mentor groups and lessons on compliments and supporting each other. #learnlap

sarahmdarnell Jan 11 @ 8:25 PM EST

A4: Building empathy through read alouds and book studies. Also collaborative activities across the curriculum. #LearnLAP

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:25 PM EST

A4: Grouping them differently, moving learning clubs around, #GeniusHour, peer editing/blog comments, collaboration really is key #LearnLAP

Mr_Hunter106 Jan 11 @ 8:25 PM EST

Authentic learning can be/is fun! Ss should want to come to school for the challenge and the fun! #learnlap https://t.co/aBvuLqZB6k

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

A3: You can't expect them to want to come to school, you have to help them understand why it's important. We are the funmakers #LearnLAP

drshelly268 Jan 11 @ 8:25 PM EST

A4: out of class events. Common ground introductions...Did you know___likes____? #learnlap https://t.co/87JugrILNg

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

Question 4: #LearnLAP see image. https://t.co/cNST7chX99

StefaniePitzer Jan 11 @ 8:26 PM EST

A4: My partner teacher & I also join both 2nd grade classes to teach our social emotional curriculum. We are all in this together! #learnlap

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:26 PM EST

A4: Maximize collaboration, choose partners randomly so everyone works together, get to know your Ss, feedback, classroom mtgs. #LearnLAP

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:26 PM EST

A4: I require Ss learn all names. Makes sharing in small group easier & natural. Amazing what Ss using name can mean to a kid. #learnlap

AngieR_BWMS Jan 11 @ 8:26 PM EST

A4b embed social skills in classroom expectations and regular student interactions #learnlap

Mr_Hunter106 Jan 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

A4 Such an important question! I always set the goal of "everyone works with everyone", but never track it. Something to work on! #learnlap

TeachDB17 Jan 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

A4. Embed time within day to learn about each other outside of content. This normally happens during snack,recess. #learnlap

TeachDB17 Jan 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

A4. Ideal to be flexible and intentional when planning activities that embody community building. #learnlap Provide what Ss need.

MelanieSSpencer Jan 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

A4 Plan for it - collaborative programs of learning & deliberately social elements in teaching and learning. Be a learner too! 😄 #LearnLAP

sarahmdarnell Jan 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

I have to scoot now. A ten year old is waiting for me to "find" him under the bed. One snow day and we are already stir crazy. #learnlap

acodyclancy Jan 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

A4 #learnlap I like to do a lot of community based projects to learn more about ea.other https://t.co/ftlbj1E6Wo

acodyclancy Jan 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

A4 #learnlap I like to do a lot of community based projects to learn more about ea.other https://t.co/tmEOda5KKE

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

@StefaniePitzer Us too! My students have "KinderPals" (kindergarten buddies) and we work on social-emotional concepts together! #LearnLAP

TeachDB17 Jan 11 @ 8:29 PM EST

A4. Community building is also planned daily in my K class in the morning as we start our day, songs, high gives, ?s, etc. #learnlap

drshelly268 Jan 11 @ 8:29 PM EST

#learnlap A4: Find someone who BINGO

TeachDB17 Jan 11 @ 8:29 PM EST

@PaulSolarz @StefaniePitzer What kind of things do you do with your KinderPals? #learnlap

StefaniePitzer Jan 11 @ 8:30 PM EST

@PaulSolarz I LOVE the idea of pairing with different grade levels! I may need to borrow this! #learnlap

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:30 PM EST

Question 5: See image. #LearnLAP https://t.co/U354M2Bnx5

lesliefarooq Jan 11 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4: Most of my Ss are distantly related and/or have schooled together for 10-15 years. I am never sure how to answer this Q. #LearnLAP

MelanieSSpencer Jan 11 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4 Create opportunities to develop social capital - develop a sense of belonging & care #LearnLAP

acodyclancy Jan 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

A4 #learnlap I also use this https://t.co/b0GKxbFu9W to discuss how interruptions hurt others- it was powerful moment for 8 graders

acodyclancy Jan 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

A4 #learnlap I also use this https://t.co/R4TR6P7VIL to discuss how interruptions hurt others- it was powerful moment for 8 graders

nbartley6 - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

#learnlap A3 Discussing the Marble Theory & leadership was extremely helpful Ss found comfort in who they r & learned about their classmates

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

@StefaniePitzer @PaulSolarz We have 1st grade Book Buddies that we meet with. We talk about coaching to create good readers #LearnLAP

TeachDB17 Jan 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

A5. Lots of name games. Names are important and should be treated as such. Also partner games to be build camaraderie. #learnlap

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

A5: PLAY, Laugh together, get silly together, AND discuss WHY we have procedures and make the room together. #LearnLAP

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

Q5 is about the bigger community versus individual relationships! #learnlap

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

@StefaniePitzer You should! At some point, I'll actually be ready to share some of our lessons (I'm making them up as I go.) #LearnLAP

lesliefarooq Jan 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

A5: I'm the outsider-I have developed a pitch to sell myself (thanks, @burgessdave!). Activities to help Ss express themselves too #LearnLAP

meyerisland Jan 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

#learnlap A4. I have tribal council each friday to discuss issues, recognize successes, and talk about "life" often putting on the "dad" hat

MelanieSSpencer Jan 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

A5 Create a culture of safety first so everyone has the courage to contribute - then open, honest sharing about learning goals #LearnLAP

nbartley6 - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

#learnlap A4 (cont'd) - running a student led edcamp pushed students to see each other in a different light, can't wait to try this again

Mr_Hunter106 Jan 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

@PaulSolarz individual or group project grades? I have let argument of "I always do all the work" disuade me from random groups #learnlap

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

A5 - We start reading Wonder together - it's a great way to build community, teach empathy & talk about social-emotional skills! #LearnLAP

StefaniePitzer Jan 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

A5: Promoting our classroom community in collaborative activities that involve play, fun, laughter & perseverance! #learnlap

TeachDB17 Jan 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

A5 .Grade level/ school wide activities help build community. We invite community in to read/ host group games, etc. #learnlap

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

@Mr_Hunter106 We don't do grades in our class, so I haven't heard that argument in years!!! :) #LearnLAP

AngieR_BWMS Jan 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

A5 as coach I make a point to connect face-to-face w/ each teacher each day to let them know I care especially the first few weeks #learnlap

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

@PaulSolarz Do you use the book of Precepts throughout the year or continue that process? #LearnLAP

AngieR_BWMS Jan 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

A5 in reflection I have let my face-to-face connections with each teacher slip-need to restart that tomorrow! #learnlap

StefaniePitzer Jan 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

@miamayer @PaulSolarz Our principal reads one a day at the morning meeting & posts to our school Facebook! Love them #learnlap

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

@TeachDB17 This month was focused in on finding our "superpowers" (See #whatsunderyourcape). Increase Ss' self-esteem. #LearnLAP

McNulty1977 Jan 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

A5: Lots of games, fun activities allowing students to share themselves safely. Modeling on my part. #learnlap

Mr_Hunter106 Jan 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

A5 @SHEG_Stanford lunchroom fight "why study history?" simulation was great on day one getting Ss collaborating as a community. #learnlap

MelanieSSpencer Jan 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

@mrsmduke Time for me to go - picking up daughter returning from Europe. Really enjoyed stumbling across #LearnLAP - thanks!

AngelaAbend Jan 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

#LearnLAP A5: This ... :) https://t.co/DsjUD4fbhb

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

@miamayer We did the first year, but my students didn't love it. Now, I leave it on display for those who want to read through it. #LearnLAP

cherandpete Jan 11 @ 8:37 PM EST

@PaulSolarz #LearnLAP I agree! Read Wonder with my class. Check out how I introduced the novel- https://t.co/rLuExzqtfv Blew me away!

McNulty1977 Jan 11 @ 8:37 PM EST

3rd grade teacher in MA checking in on #LearnLAP a bit late. So many good responses already!

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:37 PM EST

@PaulSolarz I wanted to try with my kids and they weren't into it like I thought they would be! Crazy kids! #LearnLAP

drshelly268 Jan 11 @ 8:37 PM EST

#learnlap A5: Ask students to address each other by name and share contact info. They bond over difficult assignments as well.

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:37 PM EST

Please consider moderating an upcoming #LearnLAP chat! Let me know or sign up here: https://t.co/ND1yt9do4A Rookies welcome! :)

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

Question 6: I'm kind of proud of these images, so read that :) #LearnLAP https://t.co/pGBY5UqT3h

docvs1 Jan 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

A5: I use some tricks from @burgessdave first 3 days. #learnlap

TeachDB17 Jan 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

A6. Make sure to connect with Ss/Ts/Ps after a weekend. Important to be genuine. #learnlap

Larapinlady Jan 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

@mrsmduke 21yrs of raising kids & having being been Parent Engagement Programming VP for PTA, primarily for Title I schools I ...#learnlap

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

A6 - We spend time talking about how we treat each other, react, respond, behave, etc. "Smile when you hear who your partner is!" #LearnLAP

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

A6: Daily "Town Hall" where I notice them. Not just as students but as people. And I don't lie to them. And I honor what I say. #LearnLAP

meyerisland Jan 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

#learnlap A6.) We have an appreciation wall that gets filled up for each student during the course of the year.

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

This is a great way to phrase it. I'm stealing it. #learnlap https://t.co/h4jegsh6hj

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

A6 - We spend time talking about how we treat each other, react, respond, behave, etc. "Smile when you hear who your partner is!" #LearnLAP

meyerisland Jan 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

too true! #learnlap https://t.co/JagGT812H7

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:40 PM EST
This is a great way to phrase it. I'm stealing it. #learnlap https://t.co/h4jegsh6hj
- PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:40 PM EST
  
  A6 - We spend time talking about how we treat each other, react, respond, behave, etc. "Smile when you hear who your partner is!" #LearnLAP

lesliefarooq Jan 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

A6: Reorganize seating/groupings. Explain "why" we are doing what we are doing, esp. if it is unconventional and/or SE-oriented. #LearnLAP

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

Connect with other teachers implementing aspects of "Learn Like a PIRATE" in their classroom via our #LearnLAP PLN: https://t.co/yqOsvPp2kv

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

@mrsmduke I think that is encouraged. Piracy... #LearnLAP

thedevineone Jan 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

A6 Joining late. We create core values all agree to then have mtgs where celebrate successes and focus on areas of improvement #learnlap

StefaniePitzer Jan 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

A6: My partner T & I send fan mail to Ss, we celebrate Diffendoofer Day, Polar Express Day, Chocolate Day, & create a Poetry Cafe #learnlap

McNulty1977 Jan 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

A6: Discussing issues openly and honestly is key. As is routinely praising each student so they feel valuable & capable. #learnlap

beebekienstra Jan 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

@mrsmduke You have to continue to treat kids w TLC - they feel the love and the care #learnlap

Mr_Hunter106 Jan 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

@miamayer Amazing how far the absolute rule of "I don't lie to them" can go! #learnlap

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

@mrsmduke It changes daily! Consistent -daily agenda, news/shares. Then, I read a book and we discuss, or a game, or experiment #LearnLAP

drshelly268 Jan 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

#learnlap A6: end each class Ss promote their events on campus-games, arts, clubs, socials. Ss get "get out of jail free" cards for going

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

@mrsmduke Since it's SC, sometimes it's outside for "Freeze" Tag! #LearnLAP

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

Question 7: #LearnLAP https://t.co/kMPI6Oo3bx

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

Beyond the classroom? What about the whole school? #learnlap

beebekienstra Jan 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

@mrsmduke we work really hard to connect many adults to each kid. worried about kids w few connections - need to feel they belong #learnlap

Mr_Hunter106 Jan 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

A6 Have a "First Penguins" board about honoring failure. How you respond to failure and challenges is a true test of community. #learnLAP

thedevineone Jan 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

A7 Everyone in bldg. comfortable. More willing to put themselves out there, step our of comf. zone, take risks and grow #learnlap

StefaniePitzer Jan 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

A7: Our school did a breakfast club using @regieroutman In Residence Reading to Understand! Energized our culture of readers! #learnlap

docvs1 Jan 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

A7: changing culture changes everything, but it must be across the board. My school is a great example #learnlap

beebekienstra Jan 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

@docvs1 what did you do to change culture? or to maintain positive growth? #learnlap

TeachDB17 Jan 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

A7. Teaching/learning moves beyond MY Ss to our Ss. We are all responsible for the learning of ALL Ss. #learnlap

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

@StefaniePitzer @regieroutman Not much warms my heart more than building-wide literacy initiatives! #learnlap

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

A7: Walking through the hall, knowing that all the adults care about you & all the kids are kind makes for a HAPPY place to learn! #LearnLAP

beebekienstra Jan 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

@PaulSolarz so true -and every kid deserves that feeling! #learnlap

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

A7: I think you can FEEL the community just walking into a great building. My current school is this way. #learnlap

acodyclancy Jan 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

A7 #learnlap Students feel loved and safe = safe place to learn/willing to learn

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

A7: It's the difference between feeling like you're going to a job or walking in excited to see your friends. We should <3 it too! #LearnLAP

docvs1 Jan 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

@beebekienstra a ton of things. Every student knows mission: molding young men of distriction who will achieve greatness #learnlap

AmandaBuethe Jan 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

Hey #LearnLAP #tlap Open a new window in your Hootsuit and join us at 8:00 to talk Play in the Classroom! #ksedchat https://t.co/X65ExPu3uN

docvs1 Jan 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

@beebekienstra Creed of 9 core values recited at least 1/day. All redirection tied back to creed. Every T on same page w/culture #learnlap

beebekienstra Jan 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

@docvs1 how do you teach the mission? #learnlap

meyerisland Jan 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

#learnlap A7. From a march is reading month POV, we've had tremendous success getting everyone to buy in to community, for behavior intervn

StefaniePitzer Jan 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

A7: When you walk in and it feels like you are home....game changer for promoting life long learners #learnlap

lthomaspaquin Jan 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

@miamayer That we should <3 it too is a major learning point for me this year. No guilt, just benefits us all. #LearnLAP

docvs1 Jan 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

@beebekienstra lots of structure, main thing ALL adults on same page. #learnlap

meyerisland Jan 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

#learnlap A7. 2/2 behvr intervntns, we all "do it" but after years it's half hearted on both s's and t's, but makes admin "happy"

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

CTA: Call to action! #LearnLAP https://t.co/gusxlaxEVs

beebekienstra Jan 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

@docvs1 that's key - everyone has to support the mission and live it #learnlap

nbartley6 - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

#learnlap A7 When admin & teachers together are in it to win it Ss are all in, motivated to show up, support each other & give it their best

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

@lthomaspaquin I have to remember that I'm not there for data or test scores or district objectives. I'm there for kids first. #LearnLAP

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

We're almost done, thanks for putting up with me and my random questions! #learnlap

docvs1 Jan 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

@beebekienstra absolutely #learnlap

Larapinlady Jan 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

@mrsmduke ...The #TheSmileoftheSchool, is due,in part, to parent involvement.Only partially reflected in volunteerism... #learnlap

docvs1 Jan 11 @ 8:53 PM EST

My principal is a huge bama fan, they just scored. #learnlap

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:53 PM EST

CTA: I'm working on recognizing more. I love all my Ss, but I often forget to recognize them! A positive post-it goes a long way! #learnlap

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:54 PM EST

Find time to talk to each kid, individually, even for 1 minute tomorrow. Just because. You never know who might need it the most. #LearnLAP

TeachDB17 Jan 11 @ 8:54 PM EST

CTA: More positive feedback, informing Ps more regularly about the positive their Ss does. #learnlap

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:54 PM EST

CTA: I will be going to my students' band concert tomorrow evening to witness how far they've come along this year! #ProudTeacher #LearnLAP

StefaniePitzer Jan 11 @ 8:54 PM EST

@mrsmduke Our principal @mandyeellis wrote post-it notes of encouragement for us to attach to our report cards! #learnlap

lthomaspaquin Jan 11 @ 8:54 PM EST

@mrsmduke I've been making it a goal to do that at least once a day. Recognizing them is hard in the rush of a day! #learnlap

acodyclancy Jan 11 @ 8:54 PM EST

CTA #learnlap I like idea of morning meetings- pay more attention to building relationships among students, continue greeting kids in hall

thedevineone Jan 11 @ 8:55 PM EST

CTA We have a bday tomorrow. I bring in guitar and we sing a class bday song we made up. 1 kid plays harmonica. 6 graders luv it. #learnlap

drshelly268 Jan 11 @ 8:55 PM EST

#learnlap Our library is hosting a photo booth the first week of classes to bring Ss and Profs together in a fun way.

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:55 PM EST

@docvs1 NOT a Bama Fan, but a GAMECOCKS fan, so Clemson's opponent is my team. For a minute! #LearnLAP

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:56 PM EST

@StefaniePitzer @mandyeellis Ss at my schl are giving out "You are loved" post-its. I found one on a particularly diffic. day. #learnlap

docvs1 Jan 11 @ 8:56 PM EST

@beebekienstra Not taught outright, just posted in everyroom & discussed as needed in reference i.e. was that a man of distiction? #learnlap

lthomaspaquin Jan 11 @ 8:56 PM EST

@thedevineone That sounds fantastic! Who wouldn't love that? #learnlap

meyerisland Jan 11 @ 8:56 PM EST

#learnlap CTA: I'm going to lead a @breakoutedu session during lunch of our next PD day to build community and get t's interested #games4ed

nbartley6 - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:57 PM EST

#learnlap I Work w/100s of Ss-I need to learn all of their names! simple yet SO important! Look them in the eye & say their name nice & loud

drshelly268 Jan 11 @ 8:57 PM EST

Put Post-its on work in hallway. Let Ss do it too #learnlap https://t.co/Oxr52K9SZc

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:53 PM EST

CTA: I'm working on recognizing more. I love all my Ss, but I often forget to recognize them! A positive post-it goes a long way! #learnlap

acodyclancy Jan 11 @ 8:57 PM EST

CTA #learnlap However, I anticipate another snow day in KY tomorrow....

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:57 PM EST

Anyone else need me to add them to the #LearnLAP PLN? Sometimes the Google Doc is finicky! https://t.co/6QnRwtsGqf

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:58 PM EST

What an outstanding job of moderating this evening by @mrsmduke - her first time moderating a Twitter chat! Thanks so much Marie! #LearnLAP

burgessdave Jan 11 @ 8:58 PM EST

2 minutes until #tlap has a David Bowie Tribute themed chat! 8CST #LearnLAP

mrsmduke Jan 11 @ 8:59 PM EST

Thank you so much for joining me tonight! This great group made me less nervous! #learnlap! Thanks for having me @PaulSolarz

miamayer Jan 11 @ 8:59 PM EST

Great job @mrsmduke ! Thanks #LearnLAP for a fun chat!

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:59 PM EST

If you are up for another chat, please switch on over to #tlap as @burgessdave and @burgess_shelley lead the discussion! #LearnLAP

beebekienstra Jan 11 @ 8:59 PM EST

@mrsmduke @PaulSolarz great chat as usual - thanks for sharing all your great ideas! #learnlap