#vachat Archive | Participate

MrsMurat May 8 @ 8:00 PM EDT

The changing role of substitute Ts: https://t.co/BM9VawfOiu #musedchat #stemhq #teacherwellness #tlchat #vachat #wonderchat #nyedchat

participatechat May 8 @ 8:00 PM EDT

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philgriffins May 8 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Good evening #vachat ers! and welcome. It is a stressful time of the year, so I hope tonight's conversation, can be a little fun!

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Please tell us who you are, where you are, and what you do #vachat

CardwellTeachMe May 8 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Evening! I'm an elementary literacy coach in Virginia Beach. Glad to be here! #vachat

AdamBrownEDU May 8 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi ~ Adam from VA. Principal. #vachat

EspoLearns May 8 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Christine. Gifted specialist. Charlottesville. Half way done with SOLs. #vachat

OnMy_AGame May 8 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Alex Newsom checking in from Richmond Public Schools. Glad to be here. #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Welcome! Hopefully some other folks will join us tonight! No penalty for being tardy here! #vachat

In reply to @CardwellTeachMe

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Welcome Adam! What county/city are you with? #vachat

In reply to @AdamBrownEDU

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Such fun.... (eyeroll) #vachat

In reply to @EspoLearns

EspoLearns May 8 @ 8:04 PM EDT

There are no words. #vachat

In reply to @philgriffins

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:04 PM EDT

I'll be visiting Richmond tomorrow! #vachat

In reply to @OnMy_AGame

gofundme May 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT

We're giving $100k to 100 teachers! Tag a teacher, learn how to win: https://t.co/kfUkfZmzqP #engchat #4thchat #musedchat #NYedchat #VAchat

AdamBrownEDU May 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Oops ~ Virginia Beach #vachat

In reply to @philgriffins

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT

OK, Q1: What do you really think about teacher appreciation week? #vachat

RustyMayInc May 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Rusty May, Classroom Whisperer from Delaware! Hello! #vachat

OnMy_AGame May 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT

oh yea, what's the occasion? #vachat

In reply to @philgriffins

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Beautiful area...Lot of traffic! #vachat

In reply to @AdamBrownEDU

EspoLearns May 8 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: I think it depends on the school. When the feeling and the vibe is genuine - I'm all for it. When it's forced? Bleh. #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: I'll get us started... I am not a fan of teacher appreciation week! #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Forced is a good word! #vachat

In reply to @EspoLearns

AdamBrownEDU May 8 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1. Depends on if appreciation week is the only week where Ts are recognized for their efforts. Can feel forced if this is case #vachat

OnMy_AGame May 8 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Teacher appreciation week is always a nice thought. However, like anything else, there's a right and wrong way to go about it. a1 #vachat

TiawanaG - Moderator May 8 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 #vachat we celebrate teachers/staff for the work they do. My principal really helps to make this a special week for our Ts.

RustyMayInc May 8 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 A good reminder to reinforce positive school climate.However, we need to make sure it actually stays relevant throughout the year #vachat

EspoLearns May 8 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: I'm a little spoiled at my new school, even if, as a specialist, it's easy to be overlooked. Our Ps appreciate us often. #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Nurses week, Teacher week, Secretary's Day. 3 female dominated underpaid jobs that we "celebrate" #vachat Thanks,but more $ would be great!

robinwellshick1 May 8 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 i will take all the donuts and shout-outs I can get. the giver of appreciation receives something too. #vachat

massignmenthelp May 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#nyedchat #STEMHQ #teacherwellness #vachat #WonderChat Top 5 Concerns Students Have While Writing Assignments https://t.co/QNgbrlLwjX

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Can you give an example of right and or wrong? #vachat

In reply to @OnMy_AGame

TiawanaG - Moderator May 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 #vachat As educators we can help define this week.

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Now that's funny!!! #willworkfordonuts #vachat

In reply to @robinwellshick1

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Q2 coming right up #vachat

RustyMayInc May 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Yes it is up to us! #vachat

TiawanaG - Moderator May 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 #vachat As educators we can help define this week.

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: What would be the BEST teacher appreciation gift you could get? If you have space: What is the best gift you have received? #vachat

EspoLearns May 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

I'm absolutely with you there! Our district has done its best to keep our salaries competitive, despite Richmond's lack of funding. #vachat

In reply to @philgriffins

teampassafume May 8 @ 8:13 PM EDT

#vachat What time does this start California time? #edchat #tlap ##njed @rggillespie @TiawanaG I'm ready to go!! 😀😀

In reply to @philgriffins, @rggillespie, @TiawanaG, @rggillespie, @TiawanaG

robinwellshick1 May 8 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2 the best would be a bonus or a specialized PD of my choice. All gifts are the best gifts teacher appreciation. #vachat

OnMy_AGame May 8 @ 8:14 PM EDT

I think it can be done where it feels more like a formality than a showing of appreciation. Makes things inauthentic. a1 #vachat

In reply to @philgriffins

AdamBrownEDU May 8 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2. I write individualized thank you cards to our Ts. This seems to be the most appreciated #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Going now... but 5pm your time! #vachat

In reply to @teampassafume, @rggillespie, @TiawanaG

mgrosstaylor May 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT

💪🏾 Let's FINISH STRONG for Ss TONIGHT on #NVedchat Join the convo! #FlipClass #4thchat #edtechchat #vachat #cdnedchat #CollabEd #MASSPchat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Specialized PD? NICE! Something that matters to you! #vachat

In reply to @robinwellshick1

RustyMayInc May 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 A student finding his/her voice #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT

I have every card and note ever given to me by a student/principal/parent.. Nothing better. #vachat

EspoLearns May 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: I've had some great notes that I keep around to remind me why I do what I do. This was the best. $ for Amazon always a fave. #vachat

EspoLearns May 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Me too. In the same folder with every note I've ever confiscated. The cell phone killed that racket. #vachat

In reply to @philgriffins

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT

I once have a parent that drove for a limo company... My wife & I were chauffered to a local restaurant... wickedly fun to climb out #vachat

teampassafume May 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A1: I love it! Ss can share their appreciation (which feels good to hear) and sometimes much needed snacks and supplies come in! #vachat

In reply to @philgriffins

OnMy_AGame May 8 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Best teaching gift ever lol a2 #vachat #TeacherAppreciationWeek

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3 in one moment! #vachat

AssignmentHelpN May 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT

#SocEdChat #STEMHQ #teacherwellness #vachat #WonderChat The Ultimate 60 Ways To Use an iPad in the Classroom https://t.co/Du9eR0MYRB

teampassafume May 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT

I keep all of my notes and gifts (if they fit) in a tub to keep me motivated too! @espolearns #vachat #edchat #txeduchat #txed

In reply to @EspoLearns, @EspoLearns

TiawanaG - Moderator May 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 #vachat The best gift is the ones I get every morning. A huge from the kids during arrival and a goodbye hug at the end of the day. #Hugs

TiawanaG - Moderator May 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 #vachat The best gift is the ones I get every morning. A huge from the kids during arrival and a goodbye … #Hugs https://t.co/PAMsorgPjp

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q3: What is one thing in your building that doesn't make you feel appreciated? Come on, be brave! #vachat

RustyMayInc May 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT

That's so inspiring! #vachat

EspoLearns May 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: I've had some great notes that I keep around to remind me why I do what I do. This was the best. $ for Amazon always a fave. #vachat

EspoLearns May 8 @ 8:21 PM EDT

It's literally my go-to in the depths of March. She's saved my sanity on more than one occasion. #vachat

In reply to @RustyMayInc

robinwellshick1 May 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 not salting the icy walkway early in the morning. #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT

I do get more hugs in one day than most people get in a year! #ElementarySchool #vachat

In reply to @TiawanaG

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:23 PM EDT

It's a small ting but it really matters! #vachat

In reply to @robinwellshick1

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:24 PM EDT

I dislike the political aspect where politicians in our state seemingly try to undercut our public schools and our students #vachat

EspoLearns May 8 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: When you hear ppl saying things like, "You're lucky you have a job." Usually at budget time. #vachat

OnMy_AGame May 8 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Lack of effective communication and useless vague topics at weekly staff meetings. a3 #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Must be nice to get summers off.. #vachat

robinwellshick1 May 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3 when the "you have 2 months off" comment is a retort for everything #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Q4: Everyone attended school, so they think they are experts. What is one thing you wish the public/parents knew about school today? #vachat

AdamBrownEDU May 8 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3. When I don't follow through with certain things as a P, I let Ts down #vachat

EspoLearns May 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: That school today is almost nothing like the school they attended. #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT

I had a principal that would had us a list of things she wanted us to know at faculty meetings.. and then proceed to read them all #vachat

In reply to @OnMy_AGame

RustyMayInc May 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3 Unfortunately it's usually the teacher's lounge. Let's transform it into a positivity room! #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Things get dropped... it keeps me up at night or wakes me up when that happens.. #vachat

In reply to @AdamBrownEDU

robinwellshick1 May 8 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4 No school, or book, or teacher can replace or compensate for the layers of literacy needed in the home , early. lack makes gap #vachat

OnMy_AGame May 8 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Hmm, sounds like an administrator or two that I know. #vachat

In reply to @philgriffins

rggillespie - Moderator May 8 @ 8:29 PM EDT

I remember sitting thru several PD sessions on basic technology/computer use. How to turn your computer on/off--I kid not #vachat

In reply to @philgriffins, @AdamBrownEDU

jcbjr May 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#vachat A3: Hi, everyone, a lot late... IF I were in K-12, it would be the negative comments that are too easily made.

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q3: What is one thing in your building that doesn't make you feel appreciated? Come on, be brave! #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: I want the public/parents to understand that not every negative interaction is bullying... #vachat

OnMy_AGame May 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

I'd like for parents, public, AND teachers to have a better understanding of how children develop physically/psychologically. a4 #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: I want them to know that just because a teacher assignes their child a lot of homework, that does not make them a great teacher #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4: Trauma is real for even (especially) our little ones... #vachat

teampassafume May 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4: I am having students write a report a anything THEY want. The kids are excited to do research & put solid effort! #learnlap #vachat

In reply to @ACTforEducation

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Oh Reed, that is cringe worthy! #vachat Didn't apply to you..

In reply to @rggillespie, @AdamBrownEDU

RustyMayInc May 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4 Today's challenges are usually outside the school #vachat

robinwellshick1 May 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4. words used to describe a student in front of a student defines a student, eventually. For better or worse #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

For many students, this is absolutely true! #vachat

In reply to @RustyMayInc

jcbjr May 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

#vachat A4: The horrible impact of mandates and the impact of their students' chasing higher grades. Both too often with parental support!

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Q4: Everyone attended school, so they think they are experts. What is one thing you wish the public/parents knew about school today? #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: When a parent says... I was never good at (FIll in the blank) That is why they aren't good at it #vachat

EspoLearns May 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: If your child isn't in algebra in 7th grade, s/he'll still get into a great college. #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q5 in one minute #vachat

jcbjr May 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

#vachat Yes, yes, yes!!!

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: I want them to know that just because a teacher assignes their child a lot of homework, that does not make them a great teacher #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Q5: You have a magic wand... What is one thing you would do to make education better? #vachat

EspoLearns May 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5: We'd be allowed to meet Ss where they are and push them as far as they can go at their own pace. #vachat

AdamBrownEDU May 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5. Increased PD opportunities for Ts #vachat

TiawanaG - Moderator May 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5 #vachat Bring the teacher prep program in college up to 21st century standards.

rggillespie - Moderator May 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: Schools as one-stop shops with access to health care, community services, etc #vachat

teampassafume May 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

OOOOOOooo!!! Nice combo of activities! @MViTDiTeach #learnlap #tlap #vachat

In reply to @MViTDiTeach, @ACTforEducation, @MViTDiTeach

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

THIS! #vachat

In reply to @TiawanaG

rggillespie - Moderator May 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

So true...too many inadequate programs $$ maker for the colleges #vachat

In reply to @TiawanaG

jcbjr May 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

#vachat A5: Toss-up: Either eliminate standardized testing OR completely eliminate grading (with course grade getting S input / T assigning)

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Q5: You have a magic wand... What is one thing you would do to make education better? #vachat

robinwellshick1 May 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5 match the plentyof the high performing Ss for the low performing Ss. Sports, prep classes, literate rich homes..vacay..security #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Reduce the poverty that so many of our students face. #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Eliminate grading, nice! #vachat

In reply to @jcbjr

RustyMayInc May 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5 Make all the schools safe and all Ss feel safe in school #vachat

teampassafume May 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5: Less meetings! Ts are pulled out of their classroom way to much! Let us organically share ideas/allow more time to lesson plan! #vachat

In reply to @jcbjr

robinwellshick1 May 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5 vocabulary that builds and affirms for all Ss even when they were difficult at one time #vachat

jcbjr May 8 @ 8:43 PM EDT

#vachat Wow, would that impact so many things besides Effective Learning. Also, one probably needing magic wand most...

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Reduce the poverty that so many of our students face. #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q6: Think back in your memory... Who was a teacher you appreciated, and why? (Have you ever told them/) #vachat

teampassafume May 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

I'm here for you @stephenkelley85 😜😜 #tlap #LearnLAP #vachat

In reply to @stephenkelley85, @valerietilton, @itsmeSpiri, @stephenkelley85

EspoLearns May 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6: 5th gr, Mr. T. I wrote him while I was in teacher prep program & told him I wanted to be like him. He didn't give up on anyone. #vachat

robinwellshick1 May 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6. Ms Grey told kindergarten me that i read well enough to have a first grade book . I believed I was smart from that moment on #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: I ad an incredible Junior High Social Studies teacher... she brought History to life. She is why I studied history as a major #vachat

rggillespie - Moderator May 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

He knew me and how to motivate me-wouldn't have worked w/ most Ss but he took a chance. I'm forever grateful https://t.co/OTbRL8ZbcA #vachat

In reply to @philgriffins

rggillespie - Moderator May 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

He knew me and how to motivate me-wouldn't have worked w/ most Ss but he took a chance. I'm forever grateful https://t.co/gOZiwfRpLg #vachat

In reply to @philgriffins

OnMy_AGame May 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

One teacher who stands out was Mrs. Wolfe (fifth grade). She always praised me but still made challenges out of learning. a6 #vachat

jcbjr May 8 @ 8:48 PM EDT

#vachat A6: Mr. Strein, Jr./Sr. mathematics. Added new course to challenge some of us. Apologized at graduation for not challenging us more!

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q6: Think back in your memory... Who was a teacher you appreciated, and why? (Have you ever told them/) #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:48 PM EDT

wow... We forget how powerful our words can be. #vachat

In reply to @robinwellshick1

RustyMayInc May 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6 Mrs. Threkald who convinced me to take a Shakespeare class and figured I was an audio learner. Wouldn't be here without her #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Q7: I see a theme, Q7 isn't a Q, it is a challenge. Tell/write a note to a teacher in your building that you respect/appreciate them #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Surprise them and let them know... You will make someone's day tomorrow! Who is up for it? #vachat

teampassafume May 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT

After an intense day of dodgeball coaching, I'm ready for some PD😜 #learnlap #tlap #CelebrateMonday #vachat

philgriffins May 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Thank you for joining #vachat tonight! I appreciate your input, thoughts, and stories... have a great rest of the week!

RustyMayInc May 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Tha nk you all for a great chat and @philgriffins for moderating it! #vachat

jcbjr May 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Thanks for a great chat and moderating, @philgriffins ... Good night, Gracie!!! #vachat

teampassafume May 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Thanks @philgriffins I've trained my Ss to make me coffee☕️ too! #learnlap #tlap #vachat