#UCPSChat Archive
This is the official chat for Union County Public schools. Here all resources and ideas tweeted around #UCPSChat will be curated and showcased in one place.
Tuesday October 10, 2017
7:30 PM EDT
ucpschat
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Welcome
#TeamUCPS
to tonight's chat. Before we get into the questions, please take a moment to introduce yourselves to the group!
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kateIynhoffman
Oct 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Katelyn Hoffman, 3rd grade teacher at Sun Valley Elementary!
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BexandTech
Oct 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
Hi! It's Becky from the Communications Office & co-moderator w/
@RimmerEdTech
for tonight's chat!
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jspen88
Oct 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
Jennifer Penegar - 1st Grade Teacher
@StallingsES
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N8IVEQC
Oct 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
Amy Erb, 4th grade teacher, Stallings!
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johjo7137
Oct 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
John Jones
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AGHoulihan
Oct 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
AGH, Superintendent of
@UCPS_MonroeNC
! Pleased to be with you tonight
@ucpschat
!
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#TeamUCPS
tara_todd01
Oct 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
Tara Todd, MTSS Coordinator and mom of two UCPS students.
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mrs_kmontgomery
Oct 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
Kristina Montgomery-Kindergarten teacher at Sun Valley Elementary!
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lmcdonald121
Oct 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
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Laura McDonald, AP @ Weddington Middle
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johjo7137
Oct 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Yes...I did it
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kelsey_horne20
Oct 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Kelsey Fletcher, 3rd grade teacher at SVES
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scottspencernc
Oct 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Scott Spencer, principal at Shiloh.
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BexandTech
Oct 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Way to go Dr. Jones!!
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GinaChisum1
Oct 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Gina CHISUM, Principal,
@IndianTrailES
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ucpschat
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Tonight we are talking about
#EmpowerED
families. Here is a refresher of what
#empowerED
is!
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#teamUCPS
oluas86
Oct 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
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@oluas86
Saulo Aconcha DLI teacher at
@SunValleyES_NC
adp_239
Oct 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
Amanda Price-2nd grade teacher SVES
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RimmerEdTech
Oct 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A1 A family that works together to prioritize and continue learning even in dynamic, always changing environments
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hinsley_connie
Oct 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
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Connie Hinsley - 3rd grade at SVES
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tara_todd01
Oct 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A1: Ditto to what Casey said!
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lmcdonald121
Oct 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
@ucpschat
A1: A family that is open to engagement with the school and willing to embrace change
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BexandTech
Oct 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A1: An
#EmpowerED
Family is: Motivated, Connected, United & Determined 2 help ea. other/ea. family member reach their potential
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tara_todd01
Oct 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A1: A family that helps each other in a supportive way and not a "do it for you" way.
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AGHoulihan
Oct 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A1: Having a voice in what impacts their child(ren) and ensuring access to avail. resources that meet specific needs.
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GinaChisum1
Oct 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A1: Families empowered to continuously change & improve for successful kids & economic development.
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adp_239
Oct 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
I agree! Supporting eachother and making sure to let the other give up in reaching those goals!
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RimmerEdTech
Oct 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A1 A family that works together to prioritize and continue learning even in a dynamic, always changing environment
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KimberlyCastner
Oct 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
A1: a family who supports opportunities for learning and looks to work with educator to best reach needs
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BexandTech
Oct 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
Yes...fluidity is key!
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N8IVEQC
Oct 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
A1: accessing resources that help learning grow
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juliestarnes521
Oct 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
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A1: connected, willing to try new things, life long learners
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katie_rochefort
Oct 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
A1:
@BentonHeightsES
A community (class, family,) that continuously seeks to improve by learning through tech in different ways
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APLindsayM
Oct 10 @ 7:39 PM EDT
also one that encourages children to do more even with limited resources
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scottspencernc
Oct 10 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A1 families continuously seeking excellence through open communication, perseverance, and available means
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jspen88
Oct 10 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A1: a family who communicates and works together as a team work through problems individuals or the family may face.
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RimmerEdTech
Oct 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
A2 It should be a conversation WITH the child, not about the child! Families > Parents
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kateIynhoffman
Oct 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
A1: A family that collaborates to share ideas & is flexible to meet the needs of all students despite the constant changes!
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BexandTech
Oct 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
A2: We don't want decisions & learning to occur in Silos and/or subgroups....we need everyone on board and communicating TOGETHER
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BexandTech
Oct 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
This is very well said!! All stakeholders need a voice!
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adp_239
Oct 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
A2 When we work together and students can see we all want the same thing for them at home and at school.....great things happen!
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AGHoulihan
Oct 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
A2: Family is much more inclusive...we must realize that the traditional family structure is not always the norm anymore!
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tara_todd01
Oct 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
A2: Saying family is inclusive of everyone. The learning goes all directions. Families are bigger than just parents and kids.
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GinaChisum1
Oct 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A2: Partnerships! It's about
#TeamUCPS
on all fronts!
#BetterTogether
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BexandTech
Oct 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
Setting a precedence!
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N8IVEQC
Oct 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A2: families come in all shapes and sizes. Things need to be available to everyone! Learning happens differently for all.
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APLindsayM
Oct 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
#takesavillage
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lmcdonald121
Oct 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
@ucpschat
A2: "Families" encompasses ALL - not just parents; A st can have multi family grps
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katie_rochefort
Oct 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A2:
@BentonHeightsES
Much more relevant to Ss people they are doing life with that care about them and their learning
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jspen88
Oct 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A2: when s’s see parents and teachers working together, they see how important it is to work as a team
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BexandTech
Oct 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
Great chat so far! Please be sure to use the hashtag
#UCPSChat
@ucpschat
ucpschat
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 7:39 PM EDT
Great conversation! Here is Q2!
kateIynhoffman
Oct 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A2: Units are stronger than individuals! Working together as a team creates greater success!
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juliestarnes521
Oct 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A2: students have more success when they have more people supporting them and believing in them, we are all in this together
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BexandTech
Oct 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
Well said!!
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kateIynhoffman
Oct 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
Agreed! We’re all in this together!
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ucpschat
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
Great answers about families! Keep the great thoughts coming!
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GinaChisum1
Oct 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
Amen!!
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@SusanRodgersS4
SunValleyES_NC
Oct 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
#StrongerTogether
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scottspencernc
Oct 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A2 a family gives the students the solid and extended support foundation/network they need to succeed.
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RimmerEdTech
Oct 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A3 Share whats accessable. Shameless plug, check out the EmpowerED Family Portal!
https://t.co/qD9hjP8ajG
SHARE THAT!!!
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N8IVEQC
Oct 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A3: constant communication! Invite them in to see learning happening.
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SusanRodgersS4
Oct 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
@ucpschat
Communication on all fronts and being available
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ucpschat
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
Yes! What's your favorite way to share with families?
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kelsey_horne20
Oct 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A3: Comm. is key. Keeping Ps informed about their Ss learning, and always thanking them for support!
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APLindsayM
Oct 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
we treat families like partners at
@MarshvilleES_NC
family members are encouraged to come often and see what is going on
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tara_todd01
Oct 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
A3: I always tried to reach out each week to let my parents know what was happening in the class. Tech makes it easy
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jspen88
Oct 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
A3: inviting them into the classroom, data notebooks & communicating with weekly newsletters are just a few!
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AGHoulihan
Oct 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
A3: Communication b/t T and family is vital! Must be able to have 2-way open lines of communication that work for all!
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BexandTech
Oct 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
Looking for a fresh idea to engage w/your parents? Yep....the
#EmpowerED
Family Portal is on ea. school website under Ps/Ss!!
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RimmerEdTech
Oct 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A3 Share whats accessable. Shameless plug, check out the EmpowerED Family Portal!
https://t.co/qD9hjP8ajG
SHARE THAT!!!
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@ucpschat
adp_239
Oct 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
Monthly newsletters...classpage with pictures..emails! Communication=more is better!
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GinaChisum1
Oct 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
A3: Home-family connections w/feedback; open communication. In this thing 2gether! Success does not happen in silos!
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scottspencernc
Oct 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
A3: Open and consistent communication, through a variety of means, is essential.
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kateIynhoffman
Oct 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
A3: Emails, social media, communication folders, but nothing is more efficient than face to face interactions when possible!
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juliestarnes521
Oct 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
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A3: weekly email w/ curriculum updates, copy of strategies used in class to help at home w/ homework, open communication
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lmcdonald121
Oct 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
@ucpschat
A3: multimodal forms of communication- Twitter, newsletters, FB, website, PTSO, Canvas, being present
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tara_todd01
Oct 10 @ 7:49 PM EDT
Checking out the parent portal.
https://t.co/BydN2qyAj7
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@ucpschat
BexandTech
Oct 10 @ 7:49 PM EDT
Definitely a variety of platforms is a MUST for our Ps b/c some are more comfortable with print vs. digital communication.
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kateIynhoffman
Oct 10 @ 7:49 PM EDT
Every success counts, even the smallest ones!
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MrsConklin11
Oct 10 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@ucpschat
You can never have enough communication opportunities!
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BexandTech
Oct 10 @ 7:50 PM EDT
Well said!!!
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RimmerEdTech
Oct 10 @ 7:50 PM EDT
Yes! Parents need to understand how teaching and learning is different... and we can show them!
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johjo7137
Oct 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
Finding common ground, enticing parents to school, sharing learning experiences,focus on the positive...
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katie_rochefort
Oct 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A3:
@BentonHeightsES
Learn what form of communication works best for your families. Learn Spanish if it helps. :)
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SusanRodgersS4
Oct 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
knowledge is power and if parents know about resources they can support Ss!
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SusanRodgersS4
Oct 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
great ideas!
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BexandTech
Oct 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
Absolutely, Susan!!
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lmcdonald121
Oct 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
@ucpschat
A4: When families are engaged they offer more support; increased support = positive culture
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AGHoulihan
Oct 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A4: One major benefit: Empowerment...to ensure Ss become leaders of their own learning!
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tara_todd01
Oct 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A4: No surprises! Seriously, communication is key.
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APLindsayM
Oct 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
partnership between teachers, students, and parents show united front, support system, and investment
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GinaChisum1
Oct 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
Goes beyond classroom culture; abt setting a standard of excellence for how we do business to
#BetheBest
choice for EDU!
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katie_rochefort
Oct 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A4:
@BentonHeightsES
Gain Ss trust and they own more of their learning when they know communication is happening.
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SusanRodgersS4
Oct 10 @ 7:54 PM EDT
With school level supports to lead the way and model effective communication at the school wide level
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ucpschat
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 7:54 PM EDT
Partnerships is a word we have seen a bunch tonight! I love it!
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adp_239
Oct 10 @ 7:54 PM EDT
A4:Community building which leads to success because students are comfortable with the classroom culture!
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jspen88
Oct 10 @ 7:54 PM EDT
A4: The more p’s are involved at school the stronger we become as a team between p, s, t & school!
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N8IVEQC
Oct 10 @ 7:54 PM EDT
A4 it empowers all parties to be involved in authentic learning & holds sts & families accountable
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johjo7137
Oct 10 @ 7:54 PM EDT
Buy-in...mutual understanding...learning is extended at home....and cupcakes for class parties😃
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BexandTech
Oct 10 @ 7:54 PM EDT
Well said!!!
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scottspencernc
Oct 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
A4:Family engagement will lead to success for students &strengthen the school/community ties.All benefit from engagement!
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juliestarnes521
Oct 10 @ 7:56 PM EDT
@ucpschat
A4: if parents are supportive & feel something is important, students will work hard to rise to everyone's expectations
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kelsey_horne20
Oct 10 @ 7:57 PM EDT
A4: Ss can see the relationship that Ts and Ps have and see how we are al working together to see the successes.
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ucpschat
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Great chat about
#EmpowerED
families! Thank you
#TeamUCPS
for contributing to tonight's topic. Mark your calendars for November's
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BexandTech
Oct 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Great work everyone!! Have a relaxing evening and we will see you next month!!
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RimmerEdTech
Oct 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
Yes! I can't tell you how many times my little "inside knowledge" helps to show my child that I'm interested in what he's learning!
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RimmerEdTech
Oct 10 @ 8:00 PM EDT
See everyone 7/14!! Same time Same Place!
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ucpschat
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Great chat about
#EmpowerED
families! Thank you
#TeamUCPS
for contributing to tonight's topic. Mark your calendars for November's
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johjo7137
Oct 10 @ 8:01 PM EDT
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lmcdonald121
Oct 10 @ 8:01 PM EDT
❤️ these chat sessions!
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SusanRodgersS4
Oct 10 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Thanks for the experience
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@RimmerEdTech
RimmerEdTech
Oct 10 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Yes! Even adding pics now! How far you've come, grasshopper!
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GinaChisum1
Oct 10 @ 8:13 PM EDT
well would ya look at that! You just got EmpowerED!
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#bethebest
@AGHoulihan
@UCPS_MonroeNC
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