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Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:00 PM EST

Welcome to #sstlap Qs https://t.co/2SJ71jdxEY format Q1 A1

MsNittinger Jan 21 @ 9:01 PM EST

Hello #sstlap! Amy from Frederick, MD! 7th grade medieval history! Prepping for the blizzard!!

CHitch94 Jan 21 @ 9:02 PM EST

Chris from Bloomington, IN. Very glad not to be in the DC region after living there 5 years. ;) Teach world hist for online HS. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:02 PM EST

@CHitch94 yeah just heard 36 hours of storm-- and 1" shut them down the other day.. yikes.. #sstlap

Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:03 PM EST

Hello #sstlap! Amy from Frederick, MD! 7th grade medieval history! Prepping for the blizzard!

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:03 PM EST

Liz from CA finally joining in again tonight #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:03 PM EST

Ben Brazeau Tech Integrator - former Soc Studies- From GB Wisconsin Host of #sstlap - glad you could make it--

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:03 PM EST

Please introduce yourself and add a great #flyhighfri moment-- yes it's Thursday but we can get a jump start-- #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:03 PM EST

#sstlap Here for a bit. Excited 2 participate. #leadership Just took my class on a virtual field trip to Hagia Sophia & Constantinople.

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:03 PM EST

@Meems852 good luck-- hope it doesn't turn out to be as bad as they predict #sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:03 PM EST

HS Social Studies--Gov., DC Am. Hst., etc... From SW Mo. Been to school once this week. May be back tomorrow? #sstlap #EdTherapy

GauthierRebecca Jan 21 @ 9:03 PM EST

#sstlap Rebecca Gauthier Green Bay ,WI. MS World History

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:04 PM EST

@CHitch94 I can only imagine with that many ppl how bad it can get #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:04 PM EST

Questions start at 8:10 so gather round - share some #eduwins and get to know each other -- #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:04 PM EST

@historytechie hey Liz great to see you-- #sstlap

MrLaganas Jan 21 @ 9:04 PM EST

NJ. Dual endorsed for social studies and special ed. Snow predicted for us, too. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:04 PM EST

@ConnellySue that is awesome how did you connect? #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:04 PM EST

#sstlap Sue from NH - World History Teach @HBMS 7th graders invite me to be passionate, creative & inspiring w/ teaching #leadership

dwsteven Jan 21 @ 9:05 PM EST

Hey all, Dwight, world history teacher in northern NY! #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:05 PM EST

@FHS_Anton so you are on the part time schedule weather? #sstlap

golliharsclass Jan 21 @ 9:05 PM EST

#sstlap @golliharsclass from San Antonio SS Fac, and 4th grade guru

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:05 PM EST

@GauthierRebecca hey neighbor- how goes things? #sstlap

GauthierRebecca Jan 21 @ 9:05 PM EST

#sstlap new start begins Monday. Many kids excited about that and no school tomorrow.

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:06 PM EST

#flyhighfri moment- working with teachers creating more speaking projects- give Ss a voice!! #sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:06 PM EST

@Braz74 Ha, yes... We've been good until this week. I can live w/o it! #sstlap

mhoeckelman Jan 21 @ 9:06 PM EST

#sstlap what's up?? Matt from the STL, MO. Snow day yesterday so today was a Monday on a Thursday. Teaching middle school

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:06 PM EST

@Meems852 stay inside- don't leave- we are shutting down civilization as we know it.. that might help--- #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:06 PM EST

@CHitch94 we have that here- the driving the first few days- then gets better-- #sstlap

GauthierRebecca Jan 21 @ 9:07 PM EST

@Braz74 great! 1 semester down! Just gone done w/ wk and half amazing race some hands on some on chrome books #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:07 PM EST

@MrLaganas great to see you--- hope it isn't too much snow-- #sstlap

MrLaganas Jan 21 @ 9:07 PM EST

Win from this week: Getting normally quiet students to engage eagerly in competitive game with @Plickers. #sstlap

dwsteven Jan 21 @ 9:07 PM EST

@CHitch94 Yes! We've discussed our mutual love of https://t.co/vg9YKTHm4w for DBQ documents & essay prompts! #sstlap

GauthierRebecca Jan 21 @ 9:08 PM EST

@Braz74 how are you doing? Going to Ed camp fox valley in a few weeks? #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:08 PM EST

@historytechie good-- have seen a lot of good things- still have desire to do a lot more.... #sstlap -- great adventure so far--

golliharsclass Jan 21 @ 9:08 PM EST

#sstlap #eduwin this week-- I was responded to by @MarsCuriosity Rover with a Panoramic picture of the Martian landscape!

Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:08 PM EST

#eduwin this week was having students read ahead & work on creating their own @breakoutEDU box about China #sstlap https://t.co/5fIfhk4M84

MrLaganas Jan 21 @ 9:08 PM EST

@Braz74 Thank you! And thanks for organizing! #sstlap

kiddielitprof Jan 21 @ 9:08 PM EST

Wendy...prof from MN Sorry I'm late. Got distracted by Pinterest. 😳#sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:08 PM EST

@golliharsclass @MarsCuriosity I liked its "granular photo" yesterday. #Puns #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:08 PM EST

@dwsteven hey Dwight-- great to have you #sstlap

bkuhl2you Jan 21 @ 9:08 PM EST

What's up? Ben from the Chicago area, teach science and social studies, 7th grade. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:09 PM EST

Q1 in a minute #sstlap

MrLaganas Jan 21 @ 9:09 PM EST

So it seems we on the East Coast will be getting the snow from you guys in the Midwest! #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:09 PM EST

@FHS_Anton in wisconsin and agree i have seen enough snow-- #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:10 PM EST

@GauthierRebecca nice-- need to connect on more projects-- #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:10 PM EST

Q1 #sstlap https://t.co/Xes3olMEaj

theedumacater Jan 21 @ 9:10 PM EST

It's been a long time #sstlap. Jordan from PA. Win of the week:giving Ss a foundation for a game and letting them revise Into a masterpiece

classroomtools Jan 21 @ 9:10 PM EST

Hi #sstlap, this is Bill Chapman checking in from Berkeley, CA.

kwilkinstchr Jan 21 @ 9:10 PM EST

#sstlap Hello all! Kara from MA. 7/8 ancient and American😀

GauthierRebecca Jan 21 @ 9:10 PM EST

@Meems852 this sounds interesting! What grade are you doing this with? #sstlap

dragonmark_101 Jan 21 @ 9:10 PM EST

Back to #sstlap tonight as I'm finally done with my student teaching

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:10 PM EST

@GauthierRebecca I have to see- lots going on with presenting at conferences-- need to keep my wife happy.. #sstlap

hohmsclass Jan 21 @ 9:11 PM EST

In and out tonight, Jordan from NC, ELA/SS 8th grade. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:11 PM EST

@dwsteven I can relate-- just got the the questions done minutes before the chat-- #sstlap

bkuhl2you Jan 21 @ 9:11 PM EST

A1 - Well, I could try really hard to help disadvantaged students take advantage of learning opportunities in STEM fields . . . #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:11 PM EST

@Meems852 @breakoutEDU Tell more about this lesson idea! #sstlap Where do we find this. I love the quote you have. what's topic?

SrtaLisa Jan 21 @ 9:11 PM EST

Lisa in Hershey, PA joining #sstlap for part of tonight’s chat.

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1 see people as individuals - not representatives of whole groups- see similarities not differences - and see the value in people #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:12 PM EST

@ConnellySue nice-- sounds very cool- love to hear about their ideas #sstlap

classroomtools Jan 21 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1 Vote. Make certain all others have their right to vote preserved and not suppressed. Call out racism when you see it. Teach! #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:12 PM EST

@mhoeckelman hey Matt great to see you!! #sstlap

bkuhl2you Jan 21 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1 - Make our classrooms a place where everyone has an equal chance to be successful. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:13 PM EST

@golliharsclass great to have you join tonight!! #sstlap

theedumacater Jan 21 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1: make Ss aware of the reality that we still have a Long way to go. Creating an AA history since emancipation class that will hit #sstlap

CHitch94 Jan 21 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1) Work to address inequity in education at local/district level as well as state (laws). #sstlap

kwilkinstchr Jan 21 @ 9:13 PM EST

#sstlap Need suggestions! My school got 30K for a #makerspace ! What should we buy? #tlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:13 PM EST

@GauthierRebecca @Meems852 Share more about this! Sounds so very cool. I am starting unit on Middle Ages. I want to know more. #sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1: My primary goals and class expectations revolve around Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability. I think should be focus. #sstlap

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1 Provide all students with opportunities for success and engagement. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1b model this behavior of acceptance- stand up to those who are breaking us apart- we are all people of value- #StandUP #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:14 PM EST

so awesome!! you have hooked those students- learning on their own-- no grade -no EC- just because they want #sstlap https://t.co/8yMwiGqpww

Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:08 PM EST

#eduwin this week was having students read ahead & work on creating their own @breakoutEDU box about China #sstlap https://t.co/5fIfhk4M84

golliharsclass Jan 21 @ 9:14 PM EST

@Braz74 #sstlap Glad to be back its been awhile

GauthierRebecca Jan 21 @ 9:14 PM EST

@Meems852 that's awesome! I need to start doing this w/ my 8th graders #sstlap

Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:14 PM EST

@ConnellySue @breakoutEDU my students created all the materials in that box including the quote! #sstlap

SrtaLisa Jan 21 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1: Have challenging conversations with students. My 6th graders innocently don’t understand social injustice; they ask lots of Qs #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:14 PM EST

@golliharsclass glad you could make it -- hope all is going well!! #sstlap

classroomtools Jan 21 @ 9:14 PM EST

@CHitch94 Yes!! This is absolutely critical, especially since urban schools are more segregated today than before Brown. #sstlap

MrLaganas Jan 21 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1 When using #EdTech, recognize that Ss are not on level playing field at home in terms of hardware and Internet connections. #sstlap

Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:14 PM EST

@Braz74 @breakoutEDU well I did give them xp!! #sstlap #xplap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:14 PM EST

@kiddielitprof I hear it can suck you in... #sstlap

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1 I want to help Ss take ownership of their learning & foster creativity & innovation w/in Social Studies #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:15 PM EST

@GauthierRebecca What do you mean new start? #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:15 PM EST

@bkuhl2you hey Ben-great to have you jump in again #sstlap

golliharsclass Jan 21 @ 9:15 PM EST

#sstlap A1: Help students understand that Ferguson, etc. are reminders that not everyone agrees with #MLKDream and the struggle is real.

bkuhl2you Jan 21 @ 9:15 PM EST

@Braz74 Thanks - great to be here! Trying to be more present lately . . . #sstlap

SrtaLisa Jan 21 @ 9:16 PM EST

A1: Our community has a lot of racial prejudice against ‘others’. Its been hard standing up to acquaintances, but trying to model #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:16 PM EST

yes but that is not for a grade -- so doesn't count-- we need more Ts realizing this is possible #sstlap https://t.co/5vEIRaCGeY

Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:14 PM EST

@Braz74 @breakoutEDU well I did give them xp!! #sstlap #xplap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:16 PM EST

@MrLaganas yeah we had one storm 11 inches and done-- #sstlap

bkuhl2you Jan 21 @ 9:16 PM EST

A1 - And I think it matters to help kids feel successful. And to share our passions for our subjects/careers. #sstlap

kwilkinstchr Jan 21 @ 9:16 PM EST

#sstlap A1 Beyond blessed to work in a school that is truly a melting pot. Who you are WAY outranks what you look like.

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:17 PM EST

Q2 #sstlap https://t.co/WhJyVXYugb

kiddielitprof Jan 21 @ 9:17 PM EST

A1: We need diversity in our teacher prep programs!! Recruit, recruit, recruit! #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:17 PM EST

@historytechie Great goal! #leadership #sstlap ownership and options give students voice & choice

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:17 PM EST

@classroomtools hey Bill great to see you -- #sstlap

SrtaLisa Jan 21 @ 9:17 PM EST

@golliharsclass Tomorrow I’m starting to read ‘Turning 15 on the Road to Freedom’ with my class. Very different child perspective #sstlap

GauthierRebecca Jan 21 @ 9:17 PM EST

@ConnellySue have you used @breakoutEDU before?#sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:17 PM EST

@theedumacater Jordan in the house-- great to have you back #sstlap

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:17 PM EST

Agree- having convoss /Ss to provide an outlet, address their concerns, & id action they can take is imp! #sstlap https://t.co/tmCHvEWS1N

SrtaLisa Jan 21 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1: Have challenging conversations with students. My 6th graders innocently don’t understand social injustice; they ask lots of Qs #sstlap

hohmsclass Jan 21 @ 9:17 PM EST

This.👇🏽 Are we actually and seriously committed to providing quality education to ALL students in the US? #sstlap https://t.co/dTc66CyCh1

CHitch94 Jan 21 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1) Work to address inequity in education at local/district level as well as state (laws). #sstlap

caranowou Jan 21 @ 9:17 PM EST

Ken from Western Oregon Univ. Coming late for a bit until my family has had it w/ me being online #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:18 PM EST

@kwilkinstchr hey Kara-- how are you? #sstlap

MrLaganas Jan 21 @ 9:18 PM EST

@Braz74 NJ is still recovering from #Sandy, which hit in 2012! #sstlap

CHitch94 Jan 21 @ 9:18 PM EST

@hohmsclass Lots of lip service paid to this but actions often seem to be having opposite effect. #sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:18 PM EST

A2: In my classroom, to teach my s's responsibility and how to be responsible, conscientious citizens. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:18 PM EST

@dragonmark_101 how did ST go? great to have you back #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:18 PM EST

@MrLaganas wow-- i can't even imagine #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:19 PM EST

A2 Equity-ppl have what need to live/survive and be happy- we treat each other with respect- Our political leaders act w/integrity #sstlap

kwilkinstchr Jan 21 @ 9:19 PM EST

@Braz74 Doing well! Been busy prepping to teach my first grad class! Syllabus is done so I can #sstlap tonight:)

Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:19 PM EST

A2 My dream is to get Ss excited about learning history! I want to teach them to be life long learners, not test takers! #sstlap

caranowou Jan 21 @ 9:19 PM EST

A1 respect others, listen, treat others as we would want to be, instill social justice as a core value in all of us #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:19 PM EST

@kwilkinstchr congrats- i started grad classes last year-- #sstlap

hohmsclass Jan 21 @ 9:19 PM EST

@CHitch94 and people are/have been tired of the lip service...rightly so #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:19 PM EST

@hohmsclass hey Jordan- great to have you jump in #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:20 PM EST

@SrtaLisa Lisa- great to see you again-- hope all is well #sstlap

Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:20 PM EST

@GauthierRebecca @ConnellySue I just sent you the link in a DM :) #sstlap

mhoeckelman Jan 21 @ 9:20 PM EST

A2. My dream, that teachers get paid like athletes, because teachers are role models and make a difference. #sstlap

MrLaganas Jan 21 @ 9:20 PM EST

A1 NJ may differ from other states: 2 yrs of US for high school. Instead of 2 of history, maybe 1.5 hist, 0.5 contemporary issues. #sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:20 PM EST

@Meems852 Definitely a challenge we face and a personal goal--Preconceptions/misconceptions based on exps. are hard to change! #sstlap

theedumacater Jan 21 @ 9:20 PM EST

A2 World: equality for all; education: alternatives to testing; classroom: master gamification: #sstlap

dragonmark_101 Jan 21 @ 9:20 PM EST

@CHitch94 @hohmsclass I think a lot of the difficulty comes from people being uncomfortable about talking about inequality/race #sstlap

classroomtools Jan 21 @ 9:20 PM EST

A2 My dream is embodied in the original Star Trek series. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2 Dream for Edu- Ss want to be in school because we have created a caring engaging important environment they would buy tickets to #sstlap

kiddielitprof Jan 21 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2: My dream...for love to prevail in a broken world. To have unconditional regard for all...young, old, & everyone in between. #sstlap

SrtaLisa Jan 21 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2: I want my students to want change. They see injustices; hopefully they don’t forget about it 6 yrs from now when they can vote #sstlap

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2 Dream to get Ss interested about civics & the world around them. Want them to take risk & learn from fails #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:21 PM EST

@dragonmark_101 good for you-- remember relationships more important than content-- no matter where you are #sstlap

CHitch94 Jan 21 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2) Dream that ALL children have access to quality schools and education. #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:21 PM EST

@Meems852 @GauthierRebecca Oh Yes! I would love that. I bet we have a lot we could share! So excited. #PLN #sstlap

caranowou Jan 21 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2 My dream for world & classroom the same. Cultivate a thirst for learning, becoming a critical thinker, & desire social justice #sstlap

MrLaganas Jan 21 @ 9:21 PM EST

@kwilkinstchr Do you teach at @UMassLowell? #sstlap

GeoPenny Jan 21 @ 9:22 PM EST

Hi all, just got home after prepping for #snowplacelikehome #sstlap will read thru thread

kwilkinstchr Jan 21 @ 9:22 PM EST

@Braz74 Do you love them? I'm so excited:) #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:22 PM EST

@SrtaLisa i know it is easier said than done-- we have to do the hard things so our kids don't have to #sstlap

bkuhl2you Jan 21 @ 9:22 PM EST

A2 - Young people, empowered to make the world better. That's a pretty good dream, IMO. #sstlap

golliharsclass Jan 21 @ 9:22 PM EST

#sstlap A1b: Teach my Ss to respect themselves, their differences, opinions & how to disagree respectfully so as not to destroy anyone.

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:22 PM EST

For sure. Allowing/teaching students to have voice and take initiative lend to this environment. #sstlap https://t.co/xT5yTgLpa3

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2 Dream for Edu- Ss want to be in school because we have created a caring engaging important environment they would buy tickets to #sstlap

Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:23 PM EST

@mrsleeims12 @breakoutEDU thank you!! I can't take too much credit my Ss asked if they could do this for a side quest! #sstlap #xplap

mhoeckelman Jan 21 @ 9:23 PM EST

A2: my dream for education, is to have the plan time to actually do the super cool stuff I want to try in my classroom #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:23 PM EST

@ConnellySue so cool-- love to sit in your class #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:24 PM EST

Q3 #sstlap https://t.co/lhWpdm7mwb

golliharsclass Jan 21 @ 9:24 PM EST

#sstlap A2: my dream would be a world without prejudice of any kind. Free from judgement based on ignorance. Where freedom is exactly that.

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:24 PM EST

@caranowou Ken- glad you are joining- I get the pressure--- hang out with us as long as you can -- #sstlap

MrLaganas Jan 21 @ 9:24 PM EST

A2 Ss with disabilities succeeding. Use of #EdTech to aid Ss with #dyslexia, #ADHD, and other high-incidence disabilities. #sstlap

hohmsclass Jan 21 @ 9:25 PM EST

@dragonmark_101 @CHitch94 hmm..if Clinton is elected, is that indicative of the end of women's rights struggle? No... #sstlap

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:25 PM EST

I'm with you on this one. Many ideas in my head. #sstlap https://t.co/nSYI5s9TwB

mhoeckelman Jan 21 @ 9:23 PM EST

A2: my dream for education, is to have the plan time to actually do the super cool stuff I want to try in my classroom #sstlap

CHitch94 Jan 21 @ 9:25 PM EST

A3) Attend legislative forums, write to legislators & state school board members, dues paying member of group to support public ed. #sstlap

jmadlin001 Jan 21 @ 9:25 PM EST

Hi all! Julie from Northern NY. Joining late b/c of Wi-Fi issues. #sstlap

caranowou Jan 21 @ 9:25 PM EST

@mhoeckelman OMG! Yes! Reminds me of this Key & Peele clip https://t.co/T2DkAA8XgI #sstlap

kwilkinstchr Jan 21 @ 9:25 PM EST

@MrLaganas I'm actually teaching Lowell teachers through Fitchburg State:) #sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:26 PM EST

A3: Working to get better takes time/effort--Really focused on that and sharing exp's w/ other t's. Gratification in helping. #sstlap

McNulty1977 Jan 21 @ 9:26 PM EST

A2: For all my students to understand what brings them genuine happiness and pursue it with reckless abandon. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:26 PM EST

great dream-- and one that is possible if we change the way we teach from the old school death by lecture #sstlap https://t.co/mPUC9cmma0

Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:19 PM EST

A2 My dream is to get Ss excited about learning history! I want to teach them to be life long learners, not test takers! #sstlap

dragonmark_101 Jan 21 @ 9:26 PM EST

@hohmsclass @CHitch94 Exactly! We need to make sure to help our students understand this #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:26 PM EST

@kwilkinstchr Hey lady! Good to see you.I was grading but mini-break for a #sstlap greek fire burst! heheh -

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:26 PM EST

A3 Model passion for civics, reach out to engage Ss & finding time to create better/more ticket lessons #sstlap

SrtaLisa Jan 21 @ 9:26 PM EST

Absolutely agree! I add new things every year, which inspires more cool ideas #sstlap https://t.co/Pndx2X4kvp

mhoeckelman Jan 21 @ 9:23 PM EST

A2: my dream for education, is to have the plan time to actually do the super cool stuff I want to try in my classroom #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:26 PM EST

love seeing connections being made!! #sstlap https://t.co/u1naUrIGPs

Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:20 PM EST

@GauthierRebecca @ConnellySue I just sent you the link in a DM :) #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:27 PM EST

A3 work with Ts to create classrooms that are inviting and exciting for Ss to be a part of- Work w/Admins to create culture #sstlap

golliharsclass Jan 21 @ 9:27 PM EST

#sstlap A3: I'm willing to be ridiculed and figuratively sacrificed for the freedoms I speak of. I'm willing to teach for a change!

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:28 PM EST

@golliharsclass More innovators and shakers are needed in our field. I think we're making strides though. #sstlap

GauthierRebecca Jan 21 @ 9:28 PM EST

@Braz74 @Meems852 @ConnellySue so many good connections! Love it! #sstlap

MrLaganas Jan 21 @ 9:28 PM EST

A3 #Learn more myself so that I can #educate better. #ProfessionalDevelopment #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:28 PM EST

I don't normally get excited about $ but love this idea- https://t.co/xYSUeeyzWJ #sstlap https://t.co/7Blw0pDFpx

mhoeckelman Jan 21 @ 9:20 PM EST

A2. My dream, that teachers get paid like athletes, because teachers are role models and make a difference. #sstlap

Americans2012 Jan 21 @ 9:28 PM EST

@Braz74 @Meems852 m2 my dream is 2 have Ss learn from history so that bad history doesn't repeat itself #sstlap

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:28 PM EST

A3 Also- Convos w/Ss to learn more about them & engage them-go to the source. Remember to take time to rejuvenate. #sstlap

theedumacater Jan 21 @ 9:29 PM EST

A3 continue to follow @mrmatera guidance #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:29 PM EST

That is one of the reasons I still love doing #sstlap https://t.co/hmefqRKFe7

GauthierRebecca Jan 21 @ 9:28 PM EST

@Braz74 @Meems852 @ConnellySue so many good connections! Love it! #sstlap

caranowou Jan 21 @ 9:29 PM EST

A3 work w/ Ts & Pre-service Ts to share resources & methods to cultivate learning thirst, understanding of others #sstlap

bkuhl2you Jan 21 @ 9:29 PM EST

Sorry - cutting out early to return some library books - thanks @braz74 - back again soon! #sstlap

Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:29 PM EST

@GauthierRebecca @Braz74 @ConnellySue absolutely!! Always nice to meet more pirate world history teachers to collaborate with! #sstlap

classroomtools Jan 21 @ 9:29 PM EST

A3 I've put my teaching career on the line twice in order to stand up for principles in which I believe. Unbelievably stressful. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:29 PM EST

love it!!! #sstlap https://t.co/6tM5juJTwQ

theedumacater Jan 21 @ 9:20 PM EST

A2 World: equality for all; education: alternatives to testing; classroom: master gamification: #sstlap

kiddielitprof Jan 21 @ 9:29 PM EST

A3: Role model it. Demonstrate it. Live it. #sstlap

MrLaganas Jan 21 @ 9:29 PM EST

#Lecture can be especially intimidating and off-putting for Ss with disabilities. #sstlap https://t.co/ghtEHdVZWf

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:26 PM EST
great dream-- and one that is possible if we change the way we teach from the old school death by lecture #sstlap https://t.co/mPUC9cmma0
- Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:19 PM EST
  
  A2 My dream is to get Ss excited about learning history! I want to teach them to be life long learners, not test takers! #sstlap

golliharsclass Jan 21 @ 9:30 PM EST

#sstlap A3: I've marched in Austin for Teacher Rights and reduced Standardized Testing. I'm willing to fight for my passions.

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:30 PM EST

Q3 - Building PLN, being willing to model failing - first attempt in learning, modify, teamwork w/ Ss, going the distance! #sstlap #satchat

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:30 PM EST

Agree- make the Ss laugh & laugh together! Be an advocate @ site & DO. #sstlap https://t.co/mZU8T8rsJe

golliharsclass Jan 21 @ 9:27 PM EST

#sstlap A3: I'm willing to be ridiculed and figuratively sacrificed for the freedoms I speak of. I'm willing to teach for a change!

caranowou Jan 21 @ 9:30 PM EST

A3 (cont) keep coming to chats like #sstlap so I can continue to learn, get reenergized & attempt to be an agent of change for good! #sstlap

caranowou Jan 21 @ 9:30 PM EST

A3 (cont) keep coming to chats like #sstlap so I can continue to learn, get reenergized & attempt to be an agent of change for good! #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:31 PM EST

nice-- to boldly go where no one else has gone before!!! #sstlap Live long and prosper.. https://t.co/0TO5n4Y7ET

classroomtools Jan 21 @ 9:20 PM EST

A2 My dream is embodied in the original Star Trek series. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:32 PM EST

Q4 #sstlap https://t.co/L6R65UoCAn

golliharsclass Jan 21 @ 9:33 PM EST

#sstlap A3: build a community of educated people who are passionate but responsible and respectful with regard to equality. #nomeannesszone

CHitch94 Jan 21 @ 9:33 PM EST

A4) Connect past to present with events & give Ss time to process, share, reflect, and plan what they can do to be part of solution. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:33 PM EST

yes to have the impact that students want to be WORLD CHANGERS #sstlap https://t.co/ka5y75MHvM

SrtaLisa Jan 21 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2: I want my students to want change. They see injustices; hopefully they don’t forget about it 6 yrs from now when they can vote #sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:33 PM EST

A4: Events like those create opportunities to allow all sides to be heard, then allow s's to make decisions and rid misconceptions. #sstlap

classroomtools Jan 21 @ 9:33 PM EST

A4 If I were still in the classroom, I'd bring in people from our local community to discuss the situation close to home. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:33 PM EST

AGREED!! #sstlap https://t.co/hFoemlSAaN

GauthierRebecca Jan 21 @ 9:33 PM EST

@Meems852 @Braz74 @ConnellySue world history teachers are the best! @mrmatera

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:34 PM EST

A4 They unfortunately exist- don't ignore because you have to cover content- Invite Ss to talk about those events & connect to class #sstlap

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:34 PM EST

A4 Imp to talk to Ss. What actions can they take in their lives. Ideas for further action. Write Cong. #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:34 PM EST

This makes me think of Night at the Museum! Do you have a display case? Challenge teams with dioramas! #sstlap https://t.co/KY2GTWvQJp

GauthierRebecca Jan 21 @ 9:26 PM EST

@Meems852 @ConnellySue Greece and Rome are my fav to talk about too! Hoping to recreate a battle on the auditorium stage w/ toy soldiers.

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:34 PM EST

yes - was a struggle for me early in career because no one in community represented diverse population-- #sstlap https://t.co/EZ6T6ccNQR

classroomtools Jan 21 @ 9:33 PM EST

A4 If I were still in the classroom, I'd bring in people from our local community to discuss the situation close to home. #sstlap

GeoPenny Jan 21 @ 9:34 PM EST

Hi #sstlap @Braz74 A4 Penny from Virginia. Use current events to show different POV and how Ss can learn to grow from ashes

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:35 PM EST

A4b Use these events as springboard for conversation- not only about inequalities but ACTIONS- what can be done-- #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:35 PM EST

@Braz74 later have Google Hangouts to be able to bring in people regardless of distance #sstlap

dragonmark_101 Jan 21 @ 9:35 PM EST

A4 I think it's important to show positive changes that come from these events to show that change is possible #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:35 PM EST

@GeoPenny hey Penny thought I saw you sneak in... #sstlap

theedumacater Jan 21 @ 9:35 PM EST

A4 not only relate it to past events but hold an open forum to get student reaction and possible plans for solving #sstlap

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:35 PM EST

@ConnellySue Agree- Just recreated WWI trenches #sstlap https://t.co/KGX5fBnjwp

ramosclass Jan 14 @ 6:48 PM EST

Tomorrow will be our last day "in the trenches" mixing up our primary sources with QR codes & @googlecardboard VR https://t.co/tshPkDNkzd

SrtaLisa Jan 21 @ 9:36 PM EST

A4: I ask Ss what they heard, then we look at multiple sources, talk about media bias, ask them what they think/feel. #sstlap

Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:36 PM EST

A4 with everything in Baltimore happening so close to home we spent time watching the news and having an open discussion #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:36 PM EST

so many great conversations as always-- I can' t keep up-- #sstlap

caranowou Jan 21 @ 9:36 PM EST

A4 use 2 look at mult perspectives &encourage Ss 2 crit analyze sides. Possible authentic learning opps thru Ss civic action project #sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:37 PM EST

Definitely should be a focus--Media bias should be something that our s's are able/taught to evaluate. #sstlap https://t.co/5ORhgDgjqd

SrtaLisa Jan 21 @ 9:36 PM EST

A4: I ask Ss what they heard, then we look at multiple sources, talk about media bias, ask them what they think/feel. #sstlap

golliharsclass Jan 21 @ 9:37 PM EST

#sstlap A4: literature helps Ss to understand and empathize with people who are ill-treated. Educate with heart. Our actions affect others.

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:37 PM EST

@golliharsclass Throwing in a little Zinn here and there also can add perspective. #sstlap

golliharsclass Jan 21 @ 9:38 PM EST

#sstlap A4b: My Actions- my consequences- and sometimes those consequences have long-lasting effects and ignite passions long since buried.

classroomtools Jan 21 @ 9:38 PM EST

@FHS_Anton I agree, but not just media bias. Need to look at bias in general. https://t.co/uS34FK7eid #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:38 PM EST

@GeoPenny good luck-- even if you like snow-- no one likes that much-- #sstlap

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:38 PM EST

@mhoeckelman @ConnellySue @ramosclass @googlecardboard I ordered a few & Ss use War of Words- They loved it! #sstlap https://t.co/8IR8Ud12VS

caranowou Jan 21 @ 9:39 PM EST

@FHS_Anton NCSS has some good media lit Qs to use w/ Ss at this link https://t.co/Bepm0Hwems #sstlap

hohmsclass Jan 21 @ 9:39 PM EST

A4. We have to give these things time and space in our classes. We have to be invested in building empathy/cultural competence #sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:39 PM EST

@classroomtools Completely agree. Textbooks, articles, movies, etc. #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:39 PM EST

@ramosclass @googlecardboard Love the cameras or is that the google cardboard viewer? #sstlap

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:39 PM EST

@mhoeckelman @ConnellySue @ramosclass @googlecardboard Going to order more & do "Displaced" on the Syrian refugee crisis next #sstlap

GeoPenny Jan 21 @ 9:40 PM EST

@Braz74 so true!!! be safe all you #sstlap Ts in the path of #StormJonas

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:40 PM EST

Q5 #sstlap https://t.co/cnqqD5UaYv

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:40 PM EST

@Mr_B_Teacher @MsVenturino I try!!!! it is a passion of mine to celebrate great things in edu especially Students #sstlap

classroomtools Jan 21 @ 9:41 PM EST

A5 Build a climate of trust from day 1. Teach how to listen and respond thoughtfully & productively. #sstlap

CHitch94 Jan 21 @ 9:41 PM EST

A5) Give space for the discussion. If Ss don't recognize/see it, bring it up. Agree w/ others that classroom climate so important. #sstlap

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:42 PM EST

A5 Imp to set tone @ beginning of year & continually develop. Stress respect #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:42 PM EST

@FHS_Anton @golliharsclass really like Zinn - used a lot of his lessons #sstlap

SrtaLisa Jan 21 @ 9:42 PM EST

A5: Definitely by building a culture of respect #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:42 PM EST

@Braz74 Say it isn't so! It is, It is. I am falling in the trenches keeping up! #sstlap

GauthierRebecca Jan 21 @ 9:42 PM EST

@classroomtools Yes! It is so important to put this idea into place from the beginning. #sstlap

classroomtools Jan 21 @ 9:42 PM EST

@historytechie Absolutely! And, be sure to walk the talk - be a model at all times. #sstlap

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:42 PM EST

A5 imp to team build & practice discussion regularly-also like SAC #sstlap

Americans2012 Jan 21 @ 9:42 PM EST

@Braz74 yes we did a hAngout with auschwitz savior #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:43 PM EST

A5 wish I was better-need to invite other POV help ss see history behind issue that have created current reality-allow Ss to discuss #sstlap

GeoPenny Jan 21 @ 9:43 PM EST

A5 give all Ss a chance to voice, balance and inclusion for all #sstlap

SrtaLisa Jan 21 @ 9:43 PM EST

A5: Challenge students preconceived notions. Often they only know what heard at home. Still address them with respect, but correct #sstlap

MrLaganas Jan 21 @ 9:43 PM EST

A5 Getting-to-you and other icebreaker activities in the beginning of the school year and at other points during the school year. #sstlap

kwilkinstchr Jan 21 @ 9:44 PM EST

@mhoeckelman @historytechie @ConnellySue @ramosclass Love my @googlecardboard #sstlap https://t.co/6wZzcFwLT4

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:44 PM EST

yes- build relationships from day 1 - so simple but not always done!! #sstlap https://t.co/0HCgrw11Ux

classroomtools Jan 21 @ 9:41 PM EST

A5 Build a climate of trust from day 1. Teach how to listen and respond thoughtfully & productively. #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:44 PM EST

#sstlap Q5 - our school has equality, United for all, & supportive clubs for our Ss. Respect is built with relationships.

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:44 PM EST

A5 Like to sometimes have Ss take other POV than theirs in debates #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:44 PM EST

wow-- that is so amazing!!! #sstlap https://t.co/FE0S3Q8wND

Americans2012 Jan 21 @ 9:42 PM EST

@Braz74 yes we did a hAngout with auschwitz savior #sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:44 PM EST

@SrtaLisa Getting to know history behind current events, def. can help w/ this. Our focus right now in my cont. issues course. #sstlap

GeoPenny Jan 21 @ 9:44 PM EST

@SrtaLisa yes!!!! attack stereotypes!!!! #sstlap

caranowou Jan 21 @ 9:44 PM EST

Daughter has told me it's time for me to go. Thanks #sstlap!

MrLaganas Jan 21 @ 9:45 PM EST

.@Americans2012 @Braz74 Interesting point. I live in NJ, near NYC, and may take for granted the #diversity here. #sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:45 PM EST

@SrtaLisa Discussing recent U.S. involvment in Middle East and those tensions for clarification. #sstlap

jmadlin001 Jan 21 @ 9:45 PM EST

A4 Class discussions where we treat each other w/respect & using multiple sources. #sstlap

Americans2012 Jan 21 @ 9:45 PM EST

@Braz74 yes brining real meaningful experiences that they will remember forever #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:46 PM EST

@ConnellySue Oh I am dizzywith the awesomness tornado flying through here-- #sstlap

theedumacater Jan 21 @ 9:46 PM EST

A5 I focus a lot of women's equality and try to touch on a form of inequality in every unit. #sstlap

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:46 PM EST

Yes- this Ss response was fun to watch https://t.co/gQZBWcdaxo #sstlap https://t.co/NYTMOOMQL1

kwilkinstchr Jan 21 @ 9:44 PM EST

@mhoeckelman @historytechie @ConnellySue @ramosclass Love my @googlecardboard #sstlap https://t.co/6wZzcFwLT4

MrLaganas Jan 21 @ 9:46 PM EST

.@Americans2012 @Braz74 Example: there were many #Holocaust survivors (they are aging) in the area available to speak in schools. #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:47 PM EST

#sstlap Have you ever tried taking a big white sheet of paper - put in front of projection to pull parts off of screen! TRY IT. #leadership

GauthierRebecca Jan 21 @ 9:47 PM EST

@Braz74 @ConnellySue agreed! It's hard to keep up, but loving it! #sstlap

golliharsclass Jan 21 @ 9:47 PM EST

#sstlap A5: Literature is ripe with stories of inequality and the struggle to belong. But you must teach Ss how to respectfully disagree.

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:48 PM EST

@Americans2012 definitely a NEVER FORGET moment -- #sstlap a project I wish Ts embarked on would be to record ppls HISTORY -

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:48 PM EST

Q6 #sstlap https://t.co/HvcwwyFzwD

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:48 PM EST

Agree- love giving Ss political quiz. Sometimes they are not what they think from home #sstlap https://t.co/NggCPe4byf

SrtaLisa Jan 21 @ 9:43 PM EST

A5: Challenge students preconceived notions. Often they only know what heard at home. Still address them with respect, but correct #sstlap

classroomtools Jan 21 @ 9:48 PM EST

@theedumacater Maybe you'll find some things here to use. https://t.co/ezyFqZuNhH #sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:49 PM EST

A6: "Gotta Go To Work..." Set the example for leading/innovating regardless... Then become the go to guy when needed. #sstlap

classroomtools Jan 21 @ 9:49 PM EST

A6 Eye to eye, toe to toe and mind to mind. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:49 PM EST

@MrLaganas @Americans2012 yes just saying we need 2 record theirs $ others history b4 we lose it &only read broad strokes in text #sstlap

mhoeckelman Jan 21 @ 9:49 PM EST

#sstlap got to bolt early, glad I was able to hang out with some of the coolest SS Ts on the planet. Stay safe east coast #sstlap

mhoeckelman Jan 21 @ 9:49 PM EST

#sstlap got to bolt early, glad I was able to hang out with some of the coolest SS Ts on the planet. Stay safe east coast #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:50 PM EST

A6 STAND UP -- https://t.co/ozxIJCmS32 Fight to make it better- this can be doing the right thing- speaking up- rallying support #sstlap

kwilkinstchr Jan 21 @ 9:50 PM EST

@historytechie @ConnellySue @mhoeckelman @ramosclass @googlecardboard I got them for $12 on Amazon:) #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:50 PM EST

Q6 #sstlap I use turtle mode - slow, steady wins the race. Sometimes pull myself inside the shell or stick out my neck. No guillotine so far

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:50 PM EST

@SrtaLisa It's sad/amazing how much history education has been set to the side... Hurts responsible citizenship, I think. :( #sstlap

jmadlin001 Jan 21 @ 9:50 PM EST

A5 Lots of current events to educate Ss. NNY is very isolated w/little diversity. Discuss people as individuals not groups. #sstlap

mhoeckelman Jan 21 @ 9:50 PM EST

#sstlap @Braz74 you rock !!!!! Have a great weekend everyone.

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:50 PM EST

@ConnellySue agreed-- I wish i could connect all of you with teachers i work with to bring awesomesauce to our students more often #sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:51 PM EST

@SrtaLisa I mean that in fact that it's not taught until 6th grade... #sstlap

MrLaganas Jan 21 @ 9:51 PM EST

.@Braz74 @Americans2012 Yes, even people who turned only 15 in 1945 turn 86 this year. And many who were children didn't survive. #sstlap

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:52 PM EST

A6 ignore nay-sayers. keep steering my ship & surround w/positive esp my PLN #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:52 PM EST

@caranowou great to have you jump in-- glad you could stay for most of it!! #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:52 PM EST

@FHS_Anton @SrtaLisa I see this too. Too much focus on RTI. Kids need more global, regional, local ed. History is in the middle- #sstlap

MrBarry628 Jan 21 @ 9:53 PM EST

#sstlap AHHHHHHHHH!!! I missed it again!! Arghhhhh I'll read it tomorrow before work! Y'all have a good night

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:53 PM EST

Last Q coming up--- it is a tough one-- hang in there #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:53 PM EST

@MrBarry628 Thank goodness we record history! #sstlap

dwsteven Jan 21 @ 9:53 PM EST

A6 It's about helping bring along others to join you. Make friends with those who will help you accomplish your goals. #sstlap

Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:53 PM EST

A6 I try ignore negative people! As long as I can see positive results with my Ss and they are learning I am happy! #sstlap

GauthierRebecca Jan 21 @ 9:54 PM EST

#sstlap A6 keep doing my thing and encouraging others along the way and helping as much as I can.

SrtaLisa Jan 21 @ 9:54 PM EST

@ConnellySue @FHS_Anton Social Studies and Science gives the tested subjects purpose and real life material, yet that's ignored #sstlap

Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:54 PM EST

@MrBarry628 We missed you! Did you get stuck out on the Oregon Trail?! #sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:54 PM EST

@SrtaLisa Teaching all of the historical misconceptions to those ages also bothers me... "Really Grinds my Gears," ha. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:55 PM EST

Q7 #sstlap https://t.co/16GTbGWhkY

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:55 PM EST

@ConnellySue @FHS_Anton @SrtaLisa all of our classes should be intertwined- ELA SCI SS MATH all together that is real life #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:55 PM EST

Yes, #PLN #twitter #Nt2t #sstlap - connect w/ Ts who care & inspire. There is a whole world that is a screen closer. https://t.co/TMo8AD8G9P

dwsteven Jan 21 @ 9:53 PM EST

A6 It's about helping bring along others to join you. Make friends with those who will help you accomplish your goals. #sstlap

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:55 PM EST

Agree- don't be afraid to be a maverick or leader of change & innovation - Keep the pirate course! #sstlap https://t.co/wF5Nbyd4V1

Meems852 Jan 21 @ 9:53 PM EST

A6 I try ignore negative people! As long as I can see positive results with my Ss and they are learning I am happy! #sstlap

golliharsclass Jan 21 @ 9:56 PM EST

#sstlap A6: I blindly follow my passions and have truly never cared what others say or think abt what I'm trying to accomplish.

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:56 PM EST

@SrtaLisa There is connection between SS and Eng that is ignored. Why read short stories, when you could read read non-fiction? #sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:57 PM EST

This is where I agree w/ Common Core... It had suggested texts for use. We need more of this. #sstlap https://t.co/jLHNUpG7V5

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:55 PM EST

@ConnellySue @FHS_Anton @SrtaLisa all of our classes should be intertwined- ELA SCI SS MATH all together that is real life #sstlap

CHitch94 Jan 21 @ 9:57 PM EST

Great #sstlap! Thanks for putting together such awesome ?s, @Braz74 Off to see which urchin is roaming around upstairs an hour after bedtime

classroomtools Jan 21 @ 9:57 PM EST

A7 Hindsight is better than foresight. Every crystal ball I've looked into has been cloudy. #sstlap

ConnellySue Jan 21 @ 9:57 PM EST

Q7 #sstlap Tough one! Global change - migrations, history repeating itself, we have to be better! #bethechange #leadership

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:58 PM EST

A7 Economic inequality - like so many societies will cause an uprising - people will come together to shrink the gap -- #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:58 PM EST

@CHitch94 have a great night-- thanks for being a part of my PLN!!! #sstlap

dwsteven Jan 21 @ 9:58 PM EST

A7 @BernieSanders! He's leading a populist revolution banging the drum of inequality as he has his entire career. #sstlap

jmadlin001 Jan 21 @ 9:58 PM EST

A6 Hard work and sharing Ss success with others. #sstlap

golliharsclass Jan 21 @ 9:58 PM EST

#sstlap A7: Our youth. Simply we can't survive as a species without them. What imperative knowledge must we give them to guarantee success?

historytechie Jan 21 @ 9:59 PM EST

Thanks for a great #sstlap Hope everyone has a great week. Those in the storm stay warm & safe!

MrLaganas Jan 21 @ 9:59 PM EST

@FHS_Anton @SrtaLisa Many Ss may better engage w/nonfiction. Many Ss w/disabilities may find #reading difficult, but love #history. #sstlap

SrtaLisa Jan 21 @ 9:59 PM EST

That is the topic of my last unit. It always causes ah-ha moments and a thousand questions. It does unify #sstlap https://t.co/4EoVQa3VDW

Braz74 - Moderator Jan 21 @ 9:58 PM EST

A7 Economic inequality - like so many societies will cause an uprising - people will come together to shrink the gap -- #sstlap

FHS_Anton Jan 21 @ 9:59 PM EST

@SrtaLisa I don't know your level, but Night is spectacular if you're not aware of it (I'm guessing you are). #sstlap