#6thchat Archive
#6thchat is used to chat, collaborate, and grow with other sixth grade educators from around the globe. Each session we discuss a topic voted on by #6thchat participants. It's a great way to help grow your PLN and share ideas with others.
Tuesday September 19, 2017
9:00 PM EDT
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Welcome to
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! Please introduce yourself, where you teach and what subjects!
participatechat
Sep 19 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
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by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/p3iLKYlq5e
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Greetings to
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and our fantastic PLN! I am Kristin and will moderate tonight's chat! I teach ELA and SS in Lansing, MI
SamReisman93
Sep 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Hello
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, I'm Sam and I teach 6th ELA in Waukegan, IL.
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Tonight's chat was inspired by this article & giving credit now. Sharing w/Ss, and you!
https://t.co/WKwpDbZwlQ
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Mr_Lisek
Sep 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Good evening,
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! Ryan in Saginaw Twp, MI! Looking forward to getting back into the swing of things in the Twitterverse.
pjcerullo
Sep 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Here for a bit
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Phil, 5th grade, all subjects checking in.
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Hi Sam! How has your week gone?
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In reply to @SamReisman93
PrincipalSmart
Sep 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Good evening! Michelle from Saskatchewan, Canada.
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TrishKing6
Sep 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT
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I really want to join you tonight - love the topic but grades are due tomorrow morning and I need to work on them.
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:04 PM EDT
We use a Q1/A1 format. Please remember to follow one another, too! Qs are tweeted every 6 min., beginning at 9:06.
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Hi Phil! Welcome! Always great when you can share some time with us!
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In reply to @pjcerullo
lorenabaker27
Sep 19 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Hi everyone! Lorena 6th Social Studies Dodge City, KS
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Hi Ryan! Welcome back! Happy you are here!
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In reply to @Mr_Lisek
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Questions are tweeted from
@mrskochheiser
and
@6thchat
accounts on twitter or use
@tweetdeck
to see them in a column.
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6thchat
Sep 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Questions are tweeted from
@mrskochheiser
and
@6thchat
accounts on twitter or use
@tweetdeck
to see them in a column.
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SamReisman93
Sep 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT
It's been pretty good so far, finishing up some MAP testing
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In reply to @mrskochheiser
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT
We understand! We will miss you! Best wishes!
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In reply to @TrishKing6
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Hi Michelle! Welcome to
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In reply to @PrincipalSmart
6thchat
Sep 19 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Question 1 is on the slide!
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Question 1 is on the slide!
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Doing that next week! Tis the season!
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In reply to @SamReisman93
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Hi Lorena! Welcome! Glad you are here!
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In reply to @lorenabaker27
6thchat
Sep 19 @ 9:07 PM EDT
A1) Ultimately, we want Ss to be career ready & upstanding members of our communities. Integrity remains a foundation to success
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:07 PM EDT
A1) Ultimately, we want Ss to be career ready & upstanding members of our communities. Integrity remains a foundation to success
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SamReisman93
Sep 19 @ 9:07 PM EDT
A1: W/out a sample from Ts we can't expect Ss to understand or know how to display it
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PrincipalSmart
Sep 19 @ 9:07 PM EDT
A1 The most important thing we do in the classrooms and in schools is help our students be good people.
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lorenabaker27
Sep 19 @ 9:08 PM EDT
A1- If you expect it from your students, they need to see you do the same.
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Absolutely! We always have to be a driving force for the future people we hope to have in our society!
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In reply to @SamReisman93
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:11 PM EDT
A1 This.
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6thchat
Sep 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT
Question 2 is on the slide!
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT
Question 2 is on the slide!
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pjcerullo
Sep 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT
We need to role model and show kids we do what we preach!
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SamReisman93
Sep 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A2: Offer them time to share and be heard, make sure as they speak you are focused on them not other things
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A2) When Ss have choices re: what to work on; when Ss have input on deadlines & we don't assign busy work, we value Ss time.
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Mr_Lisek
Sep 19 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A1: W/o a model for integrity in the school setting Ss know what expectations actually look like. Ts need to be the example for Ss.
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pjcerullo
Sep 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A2: Giving them 100% of our attention when they share. Avoiding busy work is important as well.
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lorenabaker27
Sep 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A2: talk to Ss about body language and how that shows respect. Teach them to be active listeners.
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Mr_Lisek
Sep 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A2: Creating opportunity for as much Ss voice as possible. Being open to releasing power to Ss in their work and environment.
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massignmenthelp
Sep 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT
The Complete Guide to UK Car Driving Theory Test
https://t.co/skWVo4OBdl
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AssignmentHelpN
Sep 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT
The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms
https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG
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PrincipalSmart
Sep 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2 Being true to our word and not only setting expectations for time and deadlines but also following them ourselves.
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pjcerullo
Sep 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2: I've gotten in the habit of asking Ss how much time they need, and usually they are on par with my idea.
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT
Ahh! Yes. Non-verbal communication also needs to be intentionally taught. So good. Thanks for pointing it out!
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lorenabaker27
Sep 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A2: talk to Ss about body language and how that shows respect. Teach them to be active listeners.
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT
It helps them to own it. They waste it less when they have told us what they need.
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In reply to @pjcerullo
PrincipalSmart
Sep 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT
I like that reminder. I need to do that more often.
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In reply to @pjcerullo
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT
I think this is particularly true with feedback, correcting work, etc.
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PrincipalSmart
Sep 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2 Being true to our word and not only setting expectations for time and deadlines but also following them ourselves.
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pjcerullo
Sep 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Yes! I never thought of it until I started doing it. They OWN it!
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In reply to @mrskochheiser
6thchat
Sep 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT
Question 3 is on the slide!
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT
Question 3 is on the slide!
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT
A3) Impt. for Ts to share their personality & "own" their lives/actions; discuss meaning of "authentic"; devlop authentic lessons
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SamReisman93
Sep 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT
A3: Stick to our word and do as we say. Practice what we teach!
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pjcerullo
Sep 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT
A3: Be yourself! Ss can smell a faker a mile away.
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Mr_Lisek
Sep 19 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A3: By allowing Ss to see us a real humans, not someone who "lives at the school." Show your personality & Ss will show theirs.
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PrincipalSmart
Sep 19 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A3 We need to help students feel good about who they are and what they have to offer. Be true to themselves.
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pjcerullo
Sep 19 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A3: Embrace Ss uniqueness; they will be more willing to be authentic.
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lorenabaker27
Sep 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT
A3: I think we admit we don't know the answer or we made a mistake. Authentic showing we are learners not only teachers.
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Mr_Lisek
Sep 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT
No doubt about that! And, 6th graders will often call you on it.
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In reply to @pjcerullo
Mr_Lisek
Sep 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT
I give house points (yes, like Harry Potter) to Ss who call me out for being wrong. I've made ALOT of mistakes.
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In reply to @lorenabaker27
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT
Yes, I agree. Saying, "I don't remember..." or "I'm not sure...let's find out!" shows our eagerness for learning.
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In reply to @lorenabaker27
lorenabaker27
Sep 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT
Nice! I will have to try that!
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Mr_Lisek
Sep 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT
I give house points (yes, like Harry Potter) to Ss who call me out for being wrong. I've made ALOT of mistakes.
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In reply to @lorenabaker27
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Question 4 is on the slide!
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Sep 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Question 4 is on the slide!
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PrincipalSmart
Sep 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Ha, ha! I love that! It is so important to admit when we are wrong.
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In reply to @Mr_Lisek, @lorenabaker27
SamReisman93
Sep 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT
I know I do this a lot and it helps Ss realize that I'm not perfect and don't have all the answers
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In reply to @mrskochheiser, @lorenabaker27
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A4) When a Ss has an idea for a change in classroom, for example, give credit & have them share; rsch prjcts also help teach this.
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pjcerullo
Sep 19 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A4: If Ss want to change something, I give them the power to explain it.
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SamReisman93
Sep 19 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A4: 1. Give credit to other teachers for shared ideas or activities to show them you are doing it too.
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SamReisman93
Sep 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A4: 2. Teach about plagiarism, use Ss samples and pretend you wrote them to see how they feel when you take credit for their work
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PrincipalSmart
Sep 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A4 By pointing out things students are doing that are worth noting.
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lorenabaker27
Sep 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A4- sometimes Ss will suggest a different activity to do instead of what was planned. Sometimes I let that happen & turns out great
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:28 PM EDT
Nice! I think it's great that students see us collaborating and sharing ideas to improve/enhance our classrooms
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In reply to @SamReisman93
PrincipalSmart
Sep 19 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A4 Good ideas should be celebrated no matter where they come from.
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Mr_Lisek
Sep 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A4: When Ss provide "powerful" points to our conversation, I always recall to the whole class who made it great.
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6thchat
Sep 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Question 5 is on the slide!
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Question 5 is on the slide!
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Mr_Lisek
Sep 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT
I get some of my greatest resources from Ss who did a better Google search than I did.
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In reply to @lorenabaker27
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A5) In incorporate "inquiring minds" & "take a stand" questions for morning meeting; tables talk, share, & practice how to disagree
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PrincipalSmart
Sep 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A5 Good group work and discussion skills should be discussed and modelled.
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lorenabaker27
Sep 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A5- model, model, model, practice, practice, practice 😃
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Mr_Lisek
Sep 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A5: Our meeting norms are posted and discussed prior to any conversation and we practice skills to respectfully disagree w/others.
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lorenabaker27
Sep 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A5- come up with hot school topics to practice. Uniform policy, gum rules, recess time, homework.
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Question 6 is on the slide!
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Sep 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Question 6 is on the slide!
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A6) Spend time exploring the importance of apologizing & forgiving; ask: how does it build a person? a community?
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Mr_Lisek
Sep 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
Need to cut out early tonight. Best wishes to you all and I look forward to future chats!
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SamReisman93
Sep 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A6: Practice it, teach Ss why it is important to be sorry. Find a text that teaches this mindset and read it with Ss
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
I think having meeting norms is important...great to have them posted and revisited!
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Mr_Lisek
Sep 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A5: Our meeting norms are posted and discussed prior to any conversation and we practice skills to respectfully disagree w/others.
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pjcerullo
Sep 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A6: I have Apology-itis so I am constantly modeling it. I apologize to Ss if When I make a mistake.
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
Yes, that will do it!
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In reply to @lorenabaker27
PrincipalSmart
Sep 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A6 It comes down to teaching, discussing, model, practice and repeat.
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Thanks for your ideas and thoughts tonight!
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In reply to @Mr_Lisek
thedevineone
Sep 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A6 Coming in late tonight. Need to express importance of sincerity. A hollow apology or one with conditions does not good.
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pjcerullo
Sep 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT
Jumping out early tonight
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Thank you for another awesome PLN chat!
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT
Hi Bryan! Great to see you! Welcome!
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In reply to @thedevineone
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Question 7 is on the slide!
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6thchat
Sep 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Question 7 is on the slide!
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lorenabaker27
Sep 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A6- have them practice apologizing, I'm sorry for___. Next time I will try to _____
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Thanks for being here and sharing your ideas! Have a great week!
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In reply to @pjcerullo
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A7) Have Ss brainstorm ways to help class community; school community & community beyond school; have Ss plan how/when & then do it
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SamReisman93
Sep 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A7: Plan opportunities to help their school community and if possible get out into the community and do some service
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PrincipalSmart
Sep 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A6 Getting students involved in causes that are important to them. Make helping others the norm.
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thedevineone
Sep 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A7 Discuss volunteering opportunities in community, have kids share what they do outside of school so it may catch on with others.
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT
I like how you point out that Ss have causes they are interested in, and want to support. It honors their interests!
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PrincipalSmart
Sep 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A6 Getting students involved in causes that are important to them. Make helping others the norm.
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Last year I had a Ss create a website for where Ss could find info on community volunteer opps for a genius hr project
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thedevineone
Sep 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A7 Discuss volunteering opportunities in community, have kids share what they do outside of school so it may catch on with others.
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Sep 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
Question 8 is on the slide!
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
Question 8 is on the slide!
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lorenabaker27
Sep 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A7- Implementing random acts of kindness. Have Ss create goal of doing one random of kindness each week.
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PrincipalSmart
Sep 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
That is a cool and useful project,
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In reply to @mrskochheiser
mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A8) Articles:
https://t.co/moBZmzh7pY
and
https://t.co/WsfUbajBdO
and
https://t.co/KrTAGXa9gU
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thedevineone
Sep 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT
Love that idea.
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In reply to @mrskochheiser
SamReisman93
Sep 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A8: Getting more chances for Ss to build up integrity through service and practice
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A8) I also think reading Pay It Forward is a great launch project for the random acts of kindness idea
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PrincipalSmart
Sep 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A8 I hope I can remember to check with students about time and deadlines.
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT
I think this is one I need to do more frequently!
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In reply to @PrincipalSmart
lorenabaker27
Sep 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A8- great info tonight. Must write it on sticky notes to remember 😃
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Great sharing from a wonderful PLN again tonight! Thanks to everyone who shared and spent time with us tonight! Have a great week!
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lorenabaker27
Sep 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT
Thanks chat tonight! Thanks!
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PrincipalSmart
Sep 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Thanks everyone! I miss this chat when I can't make it.
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MsREThomas
Sep 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT
Me too, dealt with tv tech help tonight. RT
@PrincipalSmart
: Thanks everyone! I miss this chat when I can't make it.
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mrskochheiser
- Moderator
Sep 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT
And we miss you when you are not here! Thanks for being here tonight and sharing! Have a great week!
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In reply to @PrincipalSmart