#waledchat Archive

This twitter chat stands for "Wins And Losses Ed Chat" and will be a chat where students reflect on the previous week to celebrate victories and reflect on losses to turn them into victories.

Thursday June 7, 2018
9:00 PM EDT

  • Woodshopcowboy Jun 7 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Howdy from NoVA! Patrick Waters - aka Woodshop Cowboy - bringing the #makerED #STEM and #TechED into the discussion for tonight's #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Intros: Welcome to #waledchat! Introduce yourself, where you are from, your role in education, and tag a new friend you'd like to see join you here tonight! #waledchat
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 7 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Thanks, @blocht574 for an awesome chat tonight. Congrats to the entire #mschat crew on a great 2017-18 school year. If you have the time, head on over to the fastest 30 minutes on Twitter, #waledchat with the great @MrPStrunk of the YouTube channel #Edusations
  • MrsAsztalos Jun 7 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Thank you #mschat, #masterychat and the brand new #stanyschat for inspiring and engaging my brain. Hope you will join me to reflect with #waledchat and the great @MrPStrunk
  • Stella_Pollard Jun 7 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Hey all! Stella from KY here. I teach 7th Grade Math and Science. #Waledchat
  • DMooreSpanish Jun 7 @ 9:00 PM EDT
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Phil from Northern Virginia. I teach 7th grade US History II and am the founder of #waledchat! So glad you all could come! @StantonAlana @misskoplin got 30 minutes for some reflection?
  • MrsAsztalos Jun 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Hello #waledchat Melissa 7th Grade Science from Central NY. I am here, but after 3 chats and grading all day today my brain is kaput!
  • LevineWrites Jun 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Mark Levine, Middle School thinker, learning, and dude in front of the class. Illinois. #waledchat
  • franziski123 Jun 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Andrew from Buffalo, NY. Middle school SPED. @MrTravisDrake #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Stella! Thought about you today when @ToddRisser was chatting about class craft! #waledchat
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @ToddRisser
  • GraceLee380 Jun 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Hi, everyone! My name is Grace Lee, and I am @HBRMSRoyals ELA teacher in Illinois.  Currently, I am enjoying the summer life in Rocky Mountain 🏕 ⛺camping, reading, and writing papers for my doctoral program (Ed. Policy). Glad to join the #waledchat!
    • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:57 PM EDT
      Welcome to #waledchat! We will be getting started in just a few minutes using the standard Q1/A1 format. You may want to keep my profile open in a different page so you don't miss a Q. Excited to reflect with you!
  • StephDill92 Jun 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Hello All. Steph Dill elementary SPED T in Colorado. Lvoing the cooler breeze that is blowing through my front porch with light scent of honeysuckle. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Hey Danielle! I love that infographic every time I see it! #waledchat
    In reply to @DMooreSpanish
  • jasongriffinhgs Jun 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Good evening, Jason, elementary principal in NC. Come join us @Grade4Hernandez @lori_sugg #waledchat
  • HaleDj12grl Jun 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Lalena from MI. I teach 6th & 7th #Waledchat
  • CristinaDajero Jun 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    #waledchat @iluveducating @ChristineBemis2 @EMercedLearning
    In reply to @MrPStrunk, @iluveducating, @ChristineBemis2, @EMercedLearning
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Hope we can help fill the tank a wee bit! #waledchat
    In reply to @MrsAsztalos
  • _on11 Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hey #waledchat. Michael A. from #122edchat in Chicago. One would assume that being out of school, my schedule would be less intense, right? Wrong. Driving kids tonight. Will check the feed later. Hoping @mikelubelfeld, @mrshurtteaches, and @megan_hacholski would stand in for me.
  • KristenSevinsky Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hi Kristen here! I am from PA, and I teach 6th grade science. #waledchat
  • MHSLewisHistory Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hey #waledchat. Scott from Winchester VA. I teach history for 1 more day and then I transition to a new role as an ITC. I am the founder/moderator of #fcpslearn. I got to hang with @MrPStrunk and the Clarke County gang today. @MrsClark310 should join in.
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    MS Buddha! #waledchat
    In reply to @LevineWrites
  • teacherforest Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hello everyone, I’m Alfonso from the Philippines. I’m the DP coordinator in my school. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hey Andrew! #waledchat
    In reply to @franziski123, @MrTravisDrake
  • LITLessons1 Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hi there! Lauren from Philly checking in to #waledchat!
  • Sara_Utecht Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hi, friends!! Happy Thursday! Happy to be here with you!! Gearing up for my new Asst. Principal gig starting soon! Weeeeeee!!! #waledchat
  • misskoplin Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hey all! Aly here, a special ed teacher from Northern VA! Excited to be able to participate tonight!! #waledchat
  • SrtaLyon Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Kristen Lyon Spanish teacher former guidance counselor at Middletown HS in RI First time joining this chat,,,heard it's a good one from @loliveira55 #waledchat
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Good evening, #waledchat! Ryan in Michigan -- 6th grade social studies. Would love for @MsHubbard124 and @mrskochheiser to join us if they have time tonight.
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Glad you could make it! #waledchat
    In reply to @GraceLee380, @HBRMSRoyals
  • TeacherWinters Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Matt from Utah, ELA and Creative Writing. Hot off of #globaledchat and #masterychat. #waledchat
  • ChristineBemis2 Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hi #waledchat crew @MrPStrunk ! Christine, gr ✌🏻 teacher/curriculum team leader, from Massachusetts 😊
  • moler3031 Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hey #waledchat - Adam from Cincy. How is everyone?
  • Stella_Pollard Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Haha! Thanks for the tag. @classcraft is my jam. :) I was actually presenting today when I saw your tweet. #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk, @ToddRisser, @ClassCraft
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Thanks for coming! #waledchat
    In reply to @CristinaDajero, @iluveducating, @ChristineBemis2, @EMercedLearning
  • HistoryWithMrsJ Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Faye from NJ. I teach US 1 and 2, 10th/11th grade. Excited to be back this week! #waledchat
  • teacherstenger Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hello again! Merissa here. Just finished playing Star Wars Top Trumps game with my kiddos. Let's do this. #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Great day today! #waledchat
    In reply to @MHSLewisHistory, @MrsClark310
  • DeniseFaidley Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Denise, AP in MD #waledchat
  • LBStrunk Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Laura Beth from Frederick County, VA. I teach first grade. Our last day is tomorrow! #waledchat
  • jasongriffinhgs Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Where is my man @Teach_Learn88 tonight? #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Woot! Thanks for coming! #waledchat
    In reply to @ChristineBemis2
  • ELL_experience Jun 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Good evening #waledchat 😁
    • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:57 PM EDT
      Welcome to #waledchat! We will be getting started in just a few minutes using the standard Q1/A1 format. You may want to keep my profile open in a different page so you don't miss a Q. Excited to reflect with you!
  • 4XSoccermom Jun 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hello, I'm Angie. I teach 4th and I've been missing all the chats and having withdrawal symptoms. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Welcome back! #waledchat
    In reply to @mfinnCBEcoach
  • MsGiercykBASD Jun 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hey #waledchat! Annie from Bethlehem, PA here 😊
  • MarisaEThompson Jun 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Marisa, carlsbad, CA, HS ELA #waledchat
  • CristinaDajero Jun 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk, @iluveducating, @ChristineBemis2, @EMercedLearning
  • tamaraletter Jun 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hi #waledchat! Tamara, tech integrator from VA, happy to join in tonight’s chat!
  • MsHubbard124 Jun 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Jordan from MI checking in! Thanks for hosting, @MrPStrunk & the nudge, @Mr_Lisek.:) #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hey Steph! #waledchat
    In reply to @StephDill92
  • mrssim19 Jun 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hi! Danielle from MA! 8th Grade WHIST #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Welcome Jason! #waledchat
    In reply to @jasongriffinhgs, @Grade4Hernandez, @lori_sugg
  • LindaEdwardsi Jun 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hello #waledchat Linda Edwards Toronto 🇨🇦 looking forward to the chat tonight 😀
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Thanks for coming! #waledchat
    In reply to @MsHubbard124, @Mr_Lisek
  • Toups_J Jun 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    #waledchat Jerry Toups aka #JediOfBelieve HS Math Tr from the Houston, TX area. Been teaching my Ss to #AlwaysBelieve since 1990. Just finished my 28th year today. What a blessed career!
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    First Q coming up in 1 minute! #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hey Lauren!! #waledchat
    In reply to @LITLessons1
  • CristinaDajero Jun 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    #Waledchat
    In reply to @ChristineBemis2, @MrPStrunk, @iluveducating, @EMercedLearning
  • StephDill92 Jun 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Love, love, love #waledchat it will be awesome.
    In reply to @SrtaLyon, @loliveira55
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Yes! When is the official start day? #waledchat
    In reply to @Sara_Utecht
  • courtkneeruns Jun 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Courtney from Palo Alto, CA. #ELA and #ss teacher at an #inclusive HS @Hopetechschool #waledchat
  • ELL_experience Jun 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Keri, NYC, ESL teacher and instructional coach. I think @emilyfranESL should join! @Dale_Chu you too. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    What up Kop?! #waledchat
    In reply to @misskoplin
  • lori_sugg Jun 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hello! Lori, former elementary now middle school teacher in N.C.! :). @MissKaty11 #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hi Kristen! Thanks so much for coming! #waledchat
    In reply to @SrtaLyon, @loliveira55
  • AndrewsShellyVA Jun 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Shelly Andrews from @WincVAgov --getting ready to xition from JWMS AP to JWHS AP. I bet @sgross_jwhs and @jaltendorf17 would have some excellent input! #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Thanks for being here!! #waledchat
    In reply to @ELL_experience, @emilyfranESL, @Dale_Chu
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Q1: How have you recently celebrated with your students (parties, prizes, praises, etc.)? #waledchat
  • courtkneeruns Jun 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Here!! 🙋🏼‍♀️ #waledchat
    In reply to @HowardKiyuna, @cbisauta, @CounselorMG, @ginakiyuna, @ldjrs_mrs
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Thanks for coming, Shelly! Love our convo last night! #waledchat
    In reply to @AndrewsShellyVA, @WincVAgov, @sgross_jwhs, @jaltendorf17
  • Teach_Learn88 Jun 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Joel Brown, fresh new AP for the 2018-19 school year in northeastern NC! #waledchat
  • iluveducating Jun 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Also a noted pie fan! #waledchat
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek, @MsHubbard124, @mrskochheiser
  • Sara_Utecht Jun 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    A1: We celebrated on our last spring exam day by hosting a "Stress Recess!" It was fun! We had food, yoga, dancing, & even brought in therapy dogs. It was a celebration of SELF & everyone (adults & kids alike) loved it! #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Yo yo yo Adam! #waledchat
    In reply to @moler3031
  • mrshurtteaches Jun 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hey #waledchat Heard all about the great things @MrPStrunk is doing from @_on11 today at #i39edcamp Hoping @NickStoyas will join in! I’ll be in and out getting kids cleaned up! Excited to join from #wearemcusd Northern IL, 7th gr English!
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    A1: End of the year awards ceremony. As team leader I got to give some awards to some AMAZING 7th graders at @JWMSGoCougars! #waledchat
  • LevineWrites Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    A1 I have sent them on their way by being an integral part of their 8th grade graduation. I bid my fond farewells and cried for them. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Yayayaya! Thanks for coming, Tamara! You were sooo amazing today! #waledchat
    In reply to @tamaraletter
  • MrsAsztalos Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    A1 We are in final exam review mode, so no celebrations yet. It's crunch time!!! #waledchat
  • Stella_Pollard Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    #Waledchat: Check out the most recent episode of @CADPODCAST1!
  • Sara_Utecht Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    We need to be new AP buddies! :) I'm new, also. Congrats to you!!! It's exciting! #waledchat
    In reply to @Teach_Learn88
  • iluveducating Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Hey #waledchat friends! Alicia from NC - ridiculous fancy title that means digital learning coach & media coordinator. Middle School Ss are my jam!
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Thanks for coming!! #waledchat
    In reply to @mrshurtteaches, @_on11, @NickStoyas
  • misskoplin Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    A1: I gave them little s’mores packets, and we had a free period where they could relax and play games. I had some great interactions and conversations with them as well! #waledchat
  • MHSLewisHistory Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    A1: SOL testing time is full of victories and defeats that can be talked into victories. Every opportunity I can find to celebrate. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Thanks for coming! #waledchat
    In reply to @DeniseFaidley
  • teacherstenger Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Yoga is amazing. I have awesome yoga cards for kids that my Ss love! #waledchat
    In reply to @Sara_Utecht
  • loliveira55 Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Hello #Waledchat. Luis an ELL HS teacher, tech coach and Director from RI.
  • MsHubbard124 Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    A1: We take our 8th graders on a whirlwind Detroit trip: DIA, Hard Rock, boat tour, Little Caesars Arena tour, & Tigers game! Our kids love it. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Hey Danielle! #waledchat
    In reply to @mrssim19
  • GEagen1 Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Hi #waledchat Gretty from Katy, TX. ESL ISST k-5
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Linda!! #waledchat
    In reply to @LindaEdwardsi
  • MsGiercykBASD Jun 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    A1: I found something meaningful to write to each of them in an end of year note... it took a while but I found there were a lot of great things about them and I wanted them each to know how special and amazing they are! #waledchat
  • _on11 Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1: EOY is always huge for celebrating student success. We recently honored many of the best from @Simmonsknights1 for their academic and extracurricular achievements. I did feel sad for those that did not get a call. Made me think, "How can we reach those students?" #waledchat
  • Stella_Pollard Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1. I made each and every class brownies to give them before their final. We also had a field day AND we made our own virtual scrap book for the last days of school using Google Slides. #Waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Love the Star Wars reference! #waledchat
    In reply to @Toups_J
  • iluveducating Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1: I celebrate with my Ss every day. We just have fun together. They come to me to vent and to share the awesome in their lives. We just had a dunking booth and I was pumped to get dunked by my Ss! #waledchat
  • DeniseFaidley Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1. Celebrated musical talents of Ss at the band, strings and chorus concert last evening #waledchat
  • franziski123 Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1 I do alot of pizza parties because this is Buffalo and we have great pizza. (We are having pizza next Wednesday). I love the Darien Lake (theme park) 8th grade celebration next week though. #waledchat
  • StephDill92 Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1: I've been out for a couple of weeks now and just started summer school w/ a new group of Ss, yesterday. I walked into a class and got a hug from a new kiddo after spending 15 minutes with him earlier. I'd say that was a celebration, already making connections. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Written affirmation is powerful! Glad you do it! #waledchat
    In reply to @MsGiercykBASD
  • LITLessons1 Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1: 8th graders moving up and out tomorrow... hoping to make it! #soproud #waledchat
  • mrskochheiser Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Hi #waledchat and @Mr_Lisek ! Hopping on for a few! Kristin from Lansing, MI and teaching 6th grade ELA and SS!
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1: We have our year end celebration field trip for bowling and laser tag tomorrow and a picnic on Monday planned. I'm very much looking forward to our time together. #waledchat
  • tamaraletter Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A2: We celebrated kindness at our Kindness Share Fair! Take a peek: http://kindsharefair18 #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Thanks for being here! #waledchat
    In reply to @courtkneeruns, @Hopetechschool
  • 4XSoccermom Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1 We did a mini-celebration for finishing our SOLs. Tomorrow is our fun day celebration because we finished all retakes and they were so proud of their growth. #waledchat
  • Toups_J Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    #waledchat A1 This year I gave away all my classroom posters (which are phrases I wrote on pictures I took). The kids were so excited to win a Mr. Toups poster. Even gave away the iconic Always Believe in Yourself sign. The Ss even wanted them autographed.
  • moler3031 Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1: 7th graders did some great work in their choice projects and I tried to type a personal comment on every assignment in our grading system. The 8th graders we shake hands/hugs on the last day as they walk out to the buses #waledchat
  • AndrewsShellyVA Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1 moved our 8th grade recognition ceremony to evening--packed house! It was awesome, lots of tears of joy! Also working with a student on getting some exercise time in (I walk with them on the track for a little while) while I praise and tell stories. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Welcome! #waledchat
    In reply to @lori_sugg, @MissKaty11
  • LindaEdwardsi Jun 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1 We had a Film Festival of our student animation movies, we are having Poetry Cafe now, we are going to have a Book Tasting in a few days #waledchat
  • DMooreSpanish Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1 I had a really nice group of Ss at the end of my day. They always made me smile so we had an awesome pizza party along with tons of other treats #waledchat
  • CristinaDajero Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: I try to have at least 2 lunch bunches a week with my kiddos. Tomorrow as a matter of fact, I have another one. We celebrate accomplishments from the week and discuss what we’re looking forward to (P.S. the desserts are pretty sweet too 😉) #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • HowardKiyuna Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A2: Our Bike-a-thon fundraiser set goals & at %'s classes earned prizes, Ice Cream, Movie in Auditorium, Pizza/Food, Movie Out, Field Trip. We did 215% so we're partying. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Love that board! #waledchat
    In reply to @tamaraletter
  • MrsNealy23 Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Hi #waledchat! Monifa from south Florida! I teach 9th grade English.
  • Eric_Carlin Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Eric, Elementary AP joining in late! A1: Celebrated two awesome Ss who are working hard this summer during our #WarriorsExplore program. #waledchat
  • KristenSevinsky Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: One of my students made a end of the year project so awesome that I cried so much that my next period told me I had makeup smeared on my face! They have my back like that. That counts as celebrating, right?! #waledchat
  • franziski123 Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Sounds real cool! #waledchat
    In reply to @LindaEdwardsi
  • HistoryWithMrsJ Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: we had donuts for breakfast one morning. The students worked really hard on a week long project. Today we did an Escape Room game on the Judicial Branch. #waledchat
  • mrshurtteaches Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: My #WeAreMCUSD classes earn stars ⭐️ for their efforts to “Be a Star” in my class! Once they hit 20 we have a party-we had pizza and watched Trolls together during lunch for my last group of the year!! #waledchat
  • TeacherWinters Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1 - We spent a two days watching their student produced films and had red carpet, popcorn, and a professional Q&A after. It was super awesome. #waledchat
  • GEagen1 Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: #waledchat with my 3rd grade group we would have group parties where we could chat about the book and I would buy them each their own copy of the book with a special note inside for them.
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Great way to connect with kids! #waledchat
    In reply to @CristinaDajero
  • HaleDj12grl Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1) we are gearing up for a huge academic celebration that honors this quarter achievement. Students are completing progress monitoring assessments this week. I also celebrate with them by having Ss back at lunch, bringing in treats, & extended brain breaks. #Waledchat
  • SrtaLyon Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1 Celebrations big and small happen regularly en una clase de espanol! Last night send pix of senior awards night to my classes...recently celebrated student success as National Spanish Honor Society Induction #waledchat
  • misskoplin Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    I love these!! I was thinking of sending little notes home in the mail for my students and their parents! #waledchat
    In reply to @MsGiercykBASD
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Thanks for being here! #waledchat
    In reply to @courtkneeruns, @HowardKiyuna, @cbisauta, @CounselorMG, @ginakiyuna, @ldjrs_mrs
  • LBStrunk Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: My class pops balloons in honor of the last ten days of school to celebrate students' hard work all year! Each balloon has a different note for extra recess, show and tell, eat with the teacher, etc. For our last day tomorrow, students can choose their seat! #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Congrats on the role! #waledchat
    In reply to @Teach_Learn88
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    So cool! #waledchat
    In reply to @LBStrunk
  • MissKaty11 Jun 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Hello! I’m Katy. 5th grade teacher :) Where are you @Kim_Scott_15 #waledchat
  • ELL_experience Jun 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: I failed for budgetary reasons but I tried to teach them competitive kite flying as a reward for reading The Kite Runner in beginner ESL. #waledchat
  • franziski123 Jun 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Like school related lent! @LBStrunk #waledchat
    In reply to @LBStrunk
  • deconnoc Jun 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Sorry I’m late!!! Chris here- Special Educator from Upstate NY! #waledchat
  • mfinnCBEcoach Jun 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: kids are coming to my house tomorrow for an end of year celebration. It’s gonna be wild and wooly and I can’t wait! #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • TeacherWinters Jun 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Good to see you, Phil! Thanks for setting up a great chat tonight! #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • ChristineBemis2 Jun 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1~ daily lunch in the classroom-we celebrate reading gains w/cheers like shine! Shine! Shinetastic! Dance parties w/ @GoNoodle #waledchat
  • mrskochheiser Jun 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1) Today we had a reading achievement recognition; students wrote what they wanted to recognize themselves for in terms of reading achievement from this year. Tomorrow we are writing inspirational quotes in chalk at bus loop to send off all Ss. #waledchat
  • gdorn1 Jun 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Hi, Gretchen from KY joining in late! #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    I'm just so thankful for the #waledchat this chat does not happen without all of YOU!
    In reply to @TeacherWinters
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Q2: Why is celebrating with your students important? #waledchat
  • GraceLee380 Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    We ended our school year with a book project, Animoto Booktrailer. Each student celebrated a novel by creating a book trailer just like a movie trailer. Kids ❤ to play with the music, digital images, and thematic symbols to represent and celebrate their books.  #waledchat
  • ToddRisser Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: I feel a little guilty to admit it, but I gave my kids a free day because they have worked hard all year and I told them that they deserved a break! #waledchat
  • noel_hoffmann Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Hi #waledchat! Running a bit late tonight. Noel, ELA Teacher from NC.
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    It is really cool how excited they get! #waledchat
    In reply to @KristenSevinsky, @LBStrunk
  • MissKaty11 Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Hello! I’m katy. 5th grade teacher in Craven County, NC. Where is @Kim_Scott_15? #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Hey Noel! #waledchat
    In reply to @noel_hoffmann
  • MrsHankinsClass Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Hey friend! @MrPStrunk Wendy Hankins, 2nd grade “Whale” why don’t you join, @MsJ_Rod_P? 🐳 #waledchat
  • loliveira55 Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    @SrtaLyon and I attended our annual Scholarships and Awards night at our high school. #Waledchat
  • Teach_Learn88 Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1) We have been celebrating our 8th grade students like crazy ice party today and a cookout yesterday! #waledchat
  • tamaraletter Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    So special! My 8th grade son still talks about the time his Gr3 T invited them all to her house at the end of the year - making memories for a lifetime! #waledchat
    In reply to @mfinnCBEcoach, @MrPStrunk
  • WallerALPHApack Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: After Ss simulated travel to their ancestor homelands in a problem based learning adventure we planned a "Welcome Home Party" where we had pizza & treats for a successful project completion w/ their returns back home to the U.S. #waledchat
  • ELL_experience Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Like, cutting down each other's kites. We would have had to purchase 60+ kites and first aid kits, though. It's rough on the hands. Gentle kite flying wouldn't have been as exciting. #waledchat
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    ¿Senior awards or señor awards? ¡Jajaja! #waledchat
    In reply to @SrtaLyon
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Nothing wrong with the celebratory "free day". I fully intend to take one after we finish tomorrow! #waledchat
    In reply to @ToddRisser
  • mrssim19 Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: During Socratic seminar debrief we talked about how much better they have become at academic conversations. #waledchat
  • LevineWrites Jun 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A2 School is hard work. Everyone deserves to feel good about their accomplishments and the great work they put in... #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2: Sometimes, the only time students hear how great they are is when we tell them. They need that affirmation just like we all do! #waledchat
  • deconnoc Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: We had our last day of regular classes today! Used LEGO WeDo kits to learn coding skills and how to problem solve. Enjoyed some social game time with a McDonalds party! #waledchat
  • noel_hoffmann Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2: Celebrating with our students is important because they work hard and deserve to be applauded when they do well! #waledchat
  • Stella_Pollard Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2: Celebrating with anyone is important because it makes them feel valued. Our students are no different. We all crave positive praise- give credit where credit is due. #waledchat
  • teacherstenger Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    It helps Ss feel part of the school community when you celebrate their achievements. Good grades are not the only successes we should be celebrating with Ss either. There are many celebrations in life. #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    That sounds awesome! #waledchat
    In reply to @deconnoc
  • franziski123 Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2 Kids don't get a paycheck and grades aren't tangible. They need something they can touch and have occasionally that builds a relationship between work and reward. #waledchat
  • LITLessons1 Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2: It’s so important to validate their strengths and honor their presence in our lives. #waledchat
  • iluveducating Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2: Celebrating is important because it builds relationships and lets Ss know you care. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    You are absolutely right! They deserve to be recognized for their hard work! #waledchat
    In reply to @LevineWrites
  • jasongriffinhgs Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1 We celebrated our fifth grade students at our Completion Ceremony! #waledchat
  • DMooreSpanish Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2 It's important for me to show Ss that I appreciate them and parties are a great bonding experience! #waledchat
  • Eric_Carlin Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: Tomorrow we are celebrating perfect attendance for week 1 of Summer School and announcing the winner of the "Tribe Ticket Frenzy" raffle. Ss will have a water balloon relay with @renathunderhawk and myself! #waledchat #pbis
  • courtkneeruns Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1) One of my Ss made his very own ice cream for the class! He brought it in just for fun! Even made it dairy free for Ss with allergies. So cool and he was so proud of himself! #waledchat
  • DeniseFaidley Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2. Celebrating shows you care and value them. It gives purpose and authenticity to goal setting #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    This. #waledchat
    • Stella_Pollard Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
      A2: Celebrating with anyone is important because it makes them feel valued. Our students are no different. We all crave positive praise- give credit where credit is due. #waledchat
  • _on11 Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2: Being a kid is tough work. Being present every day, dealing with stresses that we will never understand is not an easy job. Ss need to understand that we appreciate their effort and their "YES" when offered. Beyond this, many of the kids have nobody else cheering. #waledchat
  • MHSLewisHistory Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2: We all need positive reinforcement. That extrinsic motivation that keeps us going and makes us want to do new and great stuff. #waledchat
  • misskoplin Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2: They need to know that we recognize their efforts and hard work. We should always try to lift them up and celebrate their growth and accomplishments! #waledchat
  • ChristineBemis2 Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2~ builds relationships based on trust, positivity & kindness ~ also a shared sense of togetherness & responsibility ~ shared ownership for the betterment of all #waledchat
  • TeacherWinters Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2 - Just like celebrating personal achievements, it marks the end of and accomplishment of a goal and it needs to be special. If we are teaching students life skills, this is a severely understated skill that needs to be in more classrooms. #waledchat
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2: Celebrations are a great way to unwind with our Ss and let them see us as "actual people" and not just the lead figure in the room. Get goofy people! #waledchat
  • Toups_J Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    #waledchat A1 pt 2 Something I do each year is to have my Ss make an #AlwaysBelieve banner and sign it. Great way to remember your Ss.
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    That sounds awesome, Heidi! #waledchat
    In reply to @thompsonabell
  • MrsNealy23 Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1: I had an end of year celebration for the students in my mentoring program who made gains! #waledchat
  • tamaraletter Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    No guilt! Everyone needs a break! I love when Ss have a choice in game day then use it to spark conversations about why they like particular games! #waledchat
    In reply to @ToddRisser
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    #waledchat always makes Tweetdeck's life hard and I love it!
  • CristinaDajero Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2: Celebrating shows that you noticed an accomplishment, acknowledge the effort-hard work-commitment, want to shout from the mountain tops how proud you are! #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • Sara_Utecht Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2: Celebrating WITH our students (not just celebrating them) is so very important. Students watch every move we make. It's important for us to model self-care, pride in our accomplishments, joy, gratitude, & the ability to let loose & have some FUN! #waledchat
  • mrskochheiser Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1) Also, all 6th graders just had trip to YMCA and Delta Mills Park yesterday; field day today! #waledchat
  • MarisaEThompson Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1 Donuts on our last day! Taking the trash with me to not overwhelm the custodial team with all the class parties! #Waledchat
  • gdorn1 Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1. We finished our STEMCLUB with a party for the Ss, They chose the types of activities they wanted to do for the last meeting. Celebrated our final gathering for the year! #waledchat
  • MsGiercykBASD Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2: With my notes, I wanted every one of them to know that they were seen, heard, and valued in my room, and to know that they would be missed. I think sometimes as Ss get older we don’t make the time for this. My juniors and seniors had some of the greatest reactions #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    This is awesome, love that you celebrate them for that! #waledchat
    In reply to @jasongriffinhgs
  • deconnoc Jun 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2: It was an awesome time to celebrate overcoming and learning from so many changes this year. I was the “new teacher” for them midway through the year. Successfully learned a new routine, instructional programs and expectations. #waledchat
  • franziski123 Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Agreed! When we have fun with the kids it makes us more relatable. @Mr_Lisek #waledchat
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek
  • LindaEdwardsi Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2 Our students need to know they are valued, celebrated, and cared for #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    MMMMMM Boston Cream donuts? #waledchat
    In reply to @MarisaEThompson
  • jasongriffinhgs Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2 Celebrate wins and losses! Students need to see how we overcome defeat and celebrate when we do well and when we don’t. #waledchat
  • lori_sugg Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1: my teammate and I just had a BBQ reunion at a local park with our former students (gr. 7-9) and tomorrow after school gets out we have our annual get together we do with our newly former students! #waledchat
  • tamaraletter Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    How do you like the LEGO WeDo kits? I've been thinking about writing a grant for them. Thoughts? #waledchat
    In reply to @deconnoc
  • ELL_experience Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2: In some schools, kids only come if they want to. I teach high school seniors who are 18-21 years old who are exhausted from working all night. Give them a reason to prioritize your class. #waledchat
  • mrshurtteaches Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2: because it validates their actions/success/hard work/dedication when we take the time to celebrate whether a high five or a party. It gives it more value. #Waledchat
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    This is great! Well stated. #waledchat
    • Stella_Pollard Jun 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
      A2: Celebrating with anyone is important because it makes them feel valued. Our students are no different. We all crave positive praise- give credit where credit is due. #waledchat
  • StephDill92 Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2: Everyone loves a "party" no matter the size. Ss need to know that all their hard work is being seen and appriciated. A celebration for some bigger accomplishments really boosts them up. #waledchat
  • AndrewsShellyVA Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2 It shows them that we need to take time to enjoy the victories. It also allows them to become more invested in the school community and reminds them of that to which they are working. #waledchat
  • misskoplin Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    I feel like it would be such a nice surprise. I love the hand written aspect too. Sometimes an e-mail can feel so impersonal. #waledchat
    In reply to @MsGiercykBASD
  • MsHubbard124 Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2: Celebrations are important because they give Ts & Ss time to be together & look back on all of the incredible accomplishments & memories from the past year. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Unwind, breathe, relax, celebrate! Love it man! #waledchat
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek
  • Kim_Scott_15 Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    When @MissKaty11 calls you out on Twitter, you must join the chat! I'm Kim, elem. AP in NC. #waledchat
  • MsJenkins_3rd Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2: progress should always be celebrated #waledchat
  • KristenSevinsky Jun 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2: recognizing them builds relationships. Makes them feel appreciated and appreciate themselves as well. I know that her project took forever to do.I made it known that I was aware of it. It makes it worth it when your efforts are appreciated rather than expected. #waledchat
  • walkchrysj Jun 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2 Celebrating with our Ss provides a tangible example of the rewards that students can achieve with hard work. Celebrations help build and add to sustaining a school culture where students' academic, social, emotional and positive leadership efforts are recognized #waledchat
  • deconnoc Jun 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Celebrating is a time for reflection, recognizing success, and planning for even higher standards. #Waledchat
  • courtkneeruns Jun 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1) Celebrated our student athletes at our 1st Awards Ceremony! For xc and basketball. I’m one of the #xc coaches with @cbisauta #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Sweet! #waledchat
    In reply to @mrskochheiser
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Amen to this statement! I was talking about this with @blocht574 earlier! #waledchat
  • tamaraletter Jun 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1: Celebrations are fun! They value milestone moments of learning and/or achievement. They also create lasting memories for our students! #waledchat
  • SrtaLyon Jun 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2 Celebrations are fun! And they connect us to one another. #waledchat
  • mrskochheiser Jun 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2) Ss need to celebrate ALL their accomplishments as a community of learners. We build each other up as the year closes so that they remain engaged and inspired with great memories to send them into summer. #waledchat
  • moler3031 Jun 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2: it helps build culture in a school and helps Ss see their achievements and feel like a part of a community. Grades never tell the complete story. #waledchat
  • GEagen1 Jun 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2: #waledchat Celebrating is important for everyone. When we celebrate we create joy and a positive conclusion to whatever activity we have been doing. In turn, it will create excitement for the next activity. Who doesn't like to celebrate or be celebrated.
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Q3: Is there a time recently where you overlooked an opportunity to celebrate with a student? #waledchat
  • HaleDj12grl Jun 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2) celebrating hard work and accomplishing goals is just as significant as celebrating the big wins. We do it because it’s rewarding. We do it because it nourishes our soul. We do it because it’s fulfilling. We do it because it’s important! #Waledchat
  • WallerALPHApack Jun 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: We CELEBRATE to APPRECIATE and show community accomplishments and hard work can have happy endings! Who doesn't like a good celebration of their hard work and achievements, even if you are shy? #waledchat
  • GraceLee380 Jun 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: Celebrating with my students to fall in love with reading truly change the dynamics of purposeful reading. Reading for joy & self-interest could inspire even reluctant readers to find great interests in books. Celebration = Joyful learning.🎉🖒  #waledchat
  • MarisaEThompson Jun 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2 To thank students for being them, trying hard, being great team members. We all need it! There's no Student Appreciaion Day. #waledchat
  • Toups_J Jun 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    #waledchat A2 The most precious thing we possess is our childhood. MAKE EVERY MOMENT COUNT! Celebrate and make the memories that impact the kids in the future.
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A3: Yes, a student was excited to share something with me. In the season of standardized testing, I have not been myself. I really should have stopped to celebrate with him. :( #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Love that "MAKE EVERY MOMENT COUNT!" Something we can all reflect on! #waledchat
    In reply to @Toups_J
  • gdorn1 Jun 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2. Our Ss need to their appreciated for their hard work, their growth in learning, they are special and we care about them, time to unwind and have some fun! #waledchat
  • Astin4Math Jun 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    We had a pizza party for my Alg 1 remediation Class as they all passed SOL to celebrate their accomplishment! #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • Eric_Carlin Jun 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: When we recognize the small things the big things can get done! Celebrations can turn days and weeks around. #waledchat
  • StephDill92 Jun 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A3: I'm sure I have overlooked some times when a celebration was called for, I should have made a bigger event out of it. I will have to keep the thoughts more inmind this summer and into the fall. #waledchat
  • HowardKiyuna Jun 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A1: I do this every yr with the Middle School on my birthday! A mom of an alum told me recently that this was his all-time favorite day in school. Creating memories! #waledchat
  • LevineWrites Jun 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A3 Of course, I am unfortunately human. When I am not present, I can miss these opportunities... #waledchat
  • lori_sugg Jun 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: I love the lasting relationships the way you celebrate builds with your students and the connections you make. They deserve to be celebrated!!! 💕I love when we do ours outside of school also because it makes you seem like a real approachable person. :)#waledchat
  • jasongriffinhgs Jun 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A3 Sometimes we get caught up in how many Ss are proficient on a test when we forget how far they have grown. #waledchat
  • loliveira55 Jun 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2 Because they get to see that you value their effort and share their joy. #Waledchat
  • MsGiercykBASD Jun 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A3: The end of the year was such a whirlwind and I was so focused on finals... I forgot to celebrate the last day because I was going to see them the next day for finals. I wish we had taken some time to think about how far we’ve come and how much we’ve grown #waledchat
  • LITLessons1 Jun 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A3: Too often... we don’t slow down often enough to recognize the small victories every day. #waledchat
  • TeacherWinters Jun 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A3 - I always forget to celebrate the achievements outside of the classroom (athletics, student of the month, etc.) If it is not in front of me, I forget and I need to be better about that next year. #waledchat
  • mrssim19 Jun 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: Bc they're only kids & also bc life can't be serious 100% all the time!!! Otherwise everyone would hate school & that is a culture killer #waledchat
  • _on11 Jun 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A3: Every day. Happens at school and at home. All it takes sometimes is 15 seconds to stop and appreciate what my kids or someone else's kids are doing, but I get distracted by other fires that are blazing. My goal for next year is to relax, breathe, enjoy celebrating. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    Welcome to #waledchat Melissa! That is a great celebration! Where was the Za from?! @tamaraletter @misskoplin @ToddRisser @ERobbPrincipal
    In reply to @Astin4Math, @tamaraletter, @misskoplin, @ToddRisser, @ERobbPrincipal
  • ELL_experience Jun 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A3: The only time I overlook it is if I neglect to ask what's going on in their lives. If I take the time to ask, I always find things to celebrate. #waledchat
  • HistoryWithMrsJ Jun 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: for many of the reasons everyone said. It builds a relationship with Ss and lets them know their hard work has not gone unnoticed. For some, School is the place they feel safe and successful and it’s nice to have fun. , #waledchat
  • mrshurtteaches Jun 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A3: I miss the little moments - the high fives, the smile, the “well done” because I figure they know. Shame on me because I get down when too many of those go unsaid - they need it more than I do. 2018/2019 is the year of acknowledging the little things #waledchat
  • noel_hoffmann Jun 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A3: Yes. We were trying to get some practice in before the standardized testing and I didn't prioritize our end of year celebration. :( Can't let that happen next year. #waledchat
  • ToddRisser Jun 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: people can only work so hard for so long. Not only do people need a break every once in a while, but they also need to be rewarded for their hard work! #waledchat
  • MHSLewisHistory Jun 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A3: I wish that I could give a resounding heck no, but the reality is that we are human and miss stuff. When we do, we just need to make sure that we do eventually acknowledge that success. Delayed celebration can be just as fulfilling. #waledchat
  • MrsHankinsClass Jun 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A1: We transformed our room into a bowling 🎳 alley to review fractions/but also to celebrate the year. #waledchat https://t.co/QQj9vTc9ea
    • KidsDeserveHaM May 29 @ 11:46 PM EDT
      Because this is how we “roll” @KirkElementary. In our “spare” time on the last Tuesday of the school yr, we still♥️to #TLAP on “Transformation Tuesday” HaM’s Lucky Strikes🎳Bowling was just up our “alley” to review fractions! We had even had music & strobe lights! @burgessdave
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A3: The end of the year creates some stress and makes you overlook some things. I had a S get cast on the Morning News team for our school next year and I missed the chance to celebrate. Fixed that today once I realized my misstep. #waledchat
  • MrsNealy23 Jun 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: Celebrating with Ss is important because it shows that you care about them. It also helps build relationships and relationships are everything! #waledchat
  • KristenSevinsky Jun 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A3: this same girl- she was in the drama play and I didn’t even know it. In fact, I felt like I didn’t build the relationship I should have with her to make something so meaningful about what she learned from my class. And that made me sad... #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    It's always such a bummer when we do miss them! #waledchat
    In reply to @mrshurtteaches
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Truth Luis!! #waledchat
    In reply to @loliveira55
  • LindaEdwardsi Jun 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A3 I can't think of a time I missed. I give them High Fives, Shoutouts and acknowledgements for achievements #waledchat
  • iluveducating Jun 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A3: YES!!! When I get into the logistical pieces of my job - the managerial stuff - I am so focused on the details that I forget to celebrate with Ss unfortunately. Working on a way to fix this and still keep my sanity and organization. #waledchat
  • franziski123 Jun 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A3 Sometimes behavior problems and crises put my attention away from ss who need reward and celebrated. I try to get back to them as soon as possible, but sometimes those deescalations last a long time. #waledchat
  • misskoplin Jun 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A3: Absolutely. One of my students offered to help another student with his work, and I didn’t celebrate it enough. I was so impressed with his generous actions and I didn’t show it near enough. #waledchat
  • Astin4Math Jun 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    I think it’s important to recognize when they work hard! They feel like you as their teacher realize that and appreciate it! #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Yeah, overlooking is often our reason for missing. #waledchat
    In reply to @jasongriffinhgs
  • TraceyEnser Jun 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Hey. I’m Tracey from KS. I teach K-5 at a Therapeutic Learning Program. Just finished playing piano for church so I’m jumping in a bit late. #waledchat
  • Sara_Utecht Jun 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A3: Sometimes it's easy to miss the opportunity to celebrate a wise decision! It's often easy to celebrate an action or outcome... but sometimes celebrating a tough choice is just as important! I've missed that a few times this year & vow to look harder next year. #waledchat
  • Teach_Learn88 Jun 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A3) I think that sometimes at this time of year we focus so much on proficiency because of the perception of our schools that we forget about the growth students have made #waledchat
  • moler3031 Jun 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A3: I’m sure I did....the end of the year is hectic, but it doesn’t have to be. I need to slow down and relax. #waledchat
  • deconnoc Jun 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A3: While we intend to celebrate every victory- sometimes we just get caught up in our daily routine. Being cognizant about celebrating in a more consistent manner is a personal/professional goal. #waledchat
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Amen. Humans gonna human. We just need to make sure we acknowledge the errors of our ways and work to correct them. #waledchat
    In reply to @MHSLewisHistory
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Yes! It is important to celebrate to build and keep the relationships! #waledchat
    • Astin4Math Jun 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
      I think it’s important to recognize when they work hard! They feel like you as their teacher realize that and appreciate it! #waledchat
      In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • mrshurtteaches Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Yes! Many missed ones on those endless weeks. Maybe a calendar reminder now for April next year to find a reason to celebrate kids that day 🤔#waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • MsJenkins_3rd Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A3: EOY checklist on my brain , I missed an opportunity. #waledchat
  • HowardKiyuna Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A3: I don't know? One way to find out would be to ask them! #waledchat
  • LBStrunk Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2: It provides time for students to connect with their peers and their teachers and feel encouraged. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    You made it!! Great answer to this Q! #waledchat
    In reply to @_on11
  • 4XSoccermom Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2 I think it's important to hear that you're on the right path, to know you have a champion in your corner, and it's our opportunity to model that it's not just passes or certain numbers, but about our own personal growth. #waledchat
  • GEagen1 Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A3: #waledchat not a proud moment. It was towards the end of the school year and I didn't have time to prepare anything. There was a lot going on.
  • ToddRisser Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A3: Absolutely! I tried to celebrate students who passed their end of the year state test, but didn’t have a chance to dive in and celebrate students who made gains in their scores. #waledchat
  • Eric_Carlin Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A3: Often we can overlook little successes when Ss are in an event. Ex: Thanks for having your hands safe even though you may be on the wrong side of the hall. Often we focus on the negative rather than positive #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Sometimes we just don't smell the roses. :/ #waledchat
    In reply to @LITLessons1
  • ChristineBemis2 Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A3~ yes... should of taken an extra few moments w/my S who worked hard on a project... way too in a rush to get to district testing ...duly noted & I’m making a conscious effort to never replicate this! #Waledchat
  • HaleDj12grl Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A3) unfortunately, yes, probably. I’m sure looking back even a few weeks ago I could find areas where I messed up and could have had an opportunityto cejebrate learning. #Waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Could for you for being vulnerable about it! #waledchat
    In reply to @GEagen1
  • Kim_Scott_15 Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A1. We celebrated perfect attendance today! One lucky class dyed my hair. Tomorrow we will celebrate with a glow party, right @1Eleanorpatrick?!? #waledchat
  • MarisaEThompson Jun 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A3 Wrote a list of those who have AMAZING (vulernable, important, inspiring) end of year talks yesterday; didnt write home yet! #Waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Q4: How can you work to make a more conscious effort to celebrate student achievements? #waledchat
  • mrskochheiser Jun 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A3) For the first time this year, I thought to ask Ss to identify their greatest achievement in reading. So interesting & I see how I've overlooked this for years: ex: can stay more focused when I read; I read a whole book in one week; I read more than any other year. #waledchat
  • SrtaLyon Jun 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A3 while I'm sure I've missed something, I feel like we are always celebrating something or someone! #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Yes, celebration creates safety! #waledchat
    In reply to @HistoryWithMrsJ
  • CristinaDajero Jun 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A3: On Tuesdays during morning announcements, I read all the Ss names that earned a 100% on an @Achieve3000 article in their first try. This week, it completely slipped my mind- I felt terrible when I realized that I had missed it. Next Tuesday, I’m making a BIG deal! #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk, @Achieve3000
  • courtkneeruns Jun 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A3) Actually noticed this week helping Ss study for finals, a S remembered a piece of info from class I had forgotten. That’s a success to me. Had to go back and cheer her for that valuable piece of info! #waledchat
  • Astin4Math Jun 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    I think in classes that are less structured and maybe non-SOL(test drive ) you have more time to do this while in a class where there is a deadline you overlook that this may be something the students need/ would appreciate! #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • franziski123 Jun 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A1 part 2. I forgot! I took some of my kids to win an award for our green initiative yesterday and they met the mayor! #waledchat
  • teacherstenger Jun 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    By listening to them and setting goals together. When progress is made that calls for a celebration even if it is only a kind note or a small word of encouragement, “I knew you could do it!” #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Way to grow from it! #waledchat
    In reply to @CristinaDajero, @Achieve3000
  • LBStrunk Jun 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A3: When behavioral challenges arise, it makes me not want to celebrate their little successes. However that is the time when the student needs me to celebrate them the most. #waledchat
  • LITLessons1 Jun 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Exactly! So important that we do. It means so much when the little things get recognized. #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • tamaraletter Jun 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A3: I came into school this week to discover several cards and surprised hidden by students in my Innovation Lab. I still need to celebrate their kindness with a hug and a smile! #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A4: I just need to stop being selfish and really listen to the thing they are excited to share. After all, of all the people they could tell... they WANTED to tell ME! #waledchat
  • DeniseFaidley Jun 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A3. As an AP, I try to attend every event... inevitably I miss a few if they are around the same time or st conflicting times. Missed attending Hero Boys & GOTR 5Ks #waledchat
  • franziski123 Jun 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A4 Celebrations need to be built into the schedule and a regular part of the room just like any other activity. #waledchat
  • LevineWrites Jun 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A4 For me, I am going to become more intentional at being present, very present, with my students and classes. Whatever else is floating on my mind can wait. #Mindfulliteracy #waledchat
  • MrsAsztalos Jun 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A3 At the end of the year I get so laser focused on finishing that I can sometimes get rushed with getting things DONE! #waledchat
  • misskoplin Jun 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    I agree! And sometimes we don’t celebrate something because we expect it to happen, but even the expected behaviors can be celebrated! #waledchat
    In reply to @Sara_Utecht
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A4: Have Ss nominate other Ss for character awards for each week. Then, have a family ceremony to celebrate each nominee. #waledchat
  • StephDill92 Jun 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A4: Working to be in the moment. Instead of always thinking ahead and what is next. Taking the time to give an extra hug, high five, smartie from the smartie pants. We have to celebrate no matter the size. #waledchat.
  • Toups_J Jun 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    #waledchat A3 Time is usually the culprit of missing the chance to honor the kids. The class period turn into days which turn into weeks. MAKE THE TIME to honor the kids!
  • TeacherWinters Jun 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A4 - Being present and aware of our students and what their needs are. They get overloaded and sometimes just need to take a step off and celebrate how far they have come. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Being present is a simple but powerful tool to help celebrate! Show them how you care! #waledchat
    In reply to @LevineWrites
  • mrskochheiser Jun 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    I always give Ss an extra recess on my birthday! They love that they get more time to play. Sometimes I bring in a treat. I want to do pancakes next year. #waledchat
    In reply to @HowardKiyuna
  • ELL_experience Jun 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A4: I'm thinking about sharing students' happy news in my powerpoints. Google forms with anonymous or public submissions about awesome news from students' lives that I'll share once a week. #waledchat
  • noel_hoffmann Jun 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A4: I need to mark on the calendar ahead of time to plan for celebrations with the kids. That way, it is on my mind. I also want to at least keep some cards on my desk to give kids who have had a success or a birthday. #waledchat
  • moler3031 Jun 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A4: I need to slow down, relax and remind myself to see and enjoy the great stuff going on around me. #waledchat
  • _on11 Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A4: It's all mindset and prioritization. We do what is most important to us. If checking email and responding to requests is more important to us, these will happen before celebration. Shifting our mindset to "what's important to them" makes celebration easier/organic. #waledchat
  • mrshurtteaches Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A4: I feel bad saying this but until I have a better system & routine for reaching out with the little things I’m going to make my self calendar alerts. Force myself in that moment to open my eyes and be more present! #waledchat
  • Eric_Carlin Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A4: Be systematic with behavior practices #pbis in our building follows a schedule and team meetings help promote intentional positivity. #leadwithpurpose #waledchat
  • MrsHankinsClass Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2: Celebrating with your kids is vital. It not only validates their hard work and successes, but it reminds them that learning is fun and, most importantly, shows you are proud of their achievements and love them which in turns BUILDS A POSITIVE CULTURE! ♥️ #waledchat
  • CristinaDajero Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk, @Achieve3000
  • MHSLewisHistory Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A4: Listen!! Be present. Build relationships. Take time each class or every week to celebrate victories big and small. #waledchat
  • TraceyEnser Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A1: We take time to celebrate every day with high fives, fist bumps, hugs, or dance parties. Today I was tutoring a kiddo and played a game with him and my daughter...they rocked it, so we had a dance party in the kitchen! They loved it! #waledchat
  • GEagen1 Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A4: #waledchat Better communication and better planning. I feel it is important to celebrate everything they accomplish since they work so hard during the year.
  • deconnoc Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A5: Embed celebration times throughout the school day. Having a small group of students all day will help to target reflecting on and calling out successes. #waledchat
  • tamaraletter Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A4: Perhaps we can create a Celebration Board where students write their celebratory moments on post-it notes, then at the end of the month we celebrate ALL their accomplishments! Could help Ss become more aware of classmates' achievements, too! #waledchat
  • MrsAsztalos Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A4 I am not athletic AT ALL, but during our Field Days I am the loudest and most obnoxious cheerleader ever for my HR! #waledchat
  • jasongriffinhgs Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A4 We have to make time to celebrate. It should be a part of our culture. Taking the time to celebrate will help to take our Ss to the next level. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Yes! I used to always tell my RA staffs in college the importance of being present! #waledchat
    In reply to @mrshurtteaches
  • franziski123 Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A4 Monday morning meetings are a good way to celebrate success with the entire school. #waledchat
  • mfinnCBEcoach Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2: Celebrating is so fun and empowering. It makes us feel valued and a part of something meaningful. #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • LevineWrites Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Yes and Yes! #waledchat
  • Kim_Scott_15 Jun 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2. Celebrating with students - small victories, large successes and everything in between - lets students know that you care about them, value them and helps build relationships. Positive relationships are the foundation of a great class! #waledchat
  • MsGiercykBASD Jun 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A4: Next year is like to be better about pointing out those who are working hard, helping others, trying their best, etc., rather than letting those who are off task suck up so much of my attention #waledchat
  • DeniseFaidley Jun 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A4. Expand celebrations in areas we want to make an impact or w/ Ss who need additional supports #waledchat
  • iluveducating Jun 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A4: I create the announcements for TVs throughout the school. I would love to celebrate Ss using the TVs! #waledchat
  • courtkneeruns Jun 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A4) Actually added this bonus to my finals this week. Ss could get points for leaving information not on the test that they felt relevant to what we learned in the unit. Got the idea from a fellow tweeter (can’t remember who 🤦🏼‍♀️) #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Yes yes yes! I love this idea to help celebrate each other! #waledchat
    In reply to @tamaraletter
  • LITLessons1 Jun 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A4: Keep building meaningful relationships with students so I can recognize achievements that are meaningful to them. #waledchat
  • lori_sugg Jun 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: definitely! There is something to celebrate every day-and some days it’s easy to overlook things that are worth celebrating because we can get so busy with the day to day activities. There is ALWAYS #roomforimprovement in what I can celebrate with my Ss #waledchat
  • GraceLee380 Jun 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A4: Oh, it definitely takes conscientious efforts to find time and opportunities to celebrate students' growths. I try my best to provide student feedbacks to celebrate and encourage their learning progression. #studentfeedback  #waledchat
  • ChristineBemis2 Jun 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
  • MissKaty11 Jun 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: one of my students has been in social groups since kinder to learn how to converse with peers. Last week he was chatting with friends during independent work. I should have celebrated him engaging in conversation rather than discouraging him from talking! #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Hahaha thanks! #waledchat
    In reply to @mrshurtteaches
  • misskoplin Jun 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A4: You can make a point to celebrated a certain number of achievements a day. And can hopefully increase that over time! But putting it into your daily schedule will eventally allow it to naturally happen. #waledchat
  • 4XSoccermom Jun 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3 I feel like I missed the opportunity to celebrate with a student in another class over something he accomplished. I told myself "tomorrow" but then he left. Lesson learned to celebrate in the moment. #waledchat
  • TraceyEnser Jun 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A2: Celebrations are recognizing their hard work and effort. They show them we are watching them and we want to show them we are proud of them! #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    This is a good strategy! #waledchat
    • misskoplin Jun 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
      A4: You can make a point to celebrated a certain number of achievements a day. And can hopefully increase that over time! But putting it into your daily schedule will eventally allow it to naturally happen. #waledchat
  • deconnoc Jun 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A4: Embed celebration times throughout the school day. Having a small group of students all day will help to target reflecting on and calling out successes. #waledchat
  • KristenSevinsky Jun 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A4: conference with each ss at least once a week. Start off with small talk to see what’s going on in their lives. These lead to small authentic celebrations. Also love paper plate awards that the band teacher gave out this year. Would like to do it each quarter. #waledchat
  • Eric_Carlin Jun 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A4: If I eat lunch each day-why am I not eating with Ss. Take advantage of the opportunities in our daily routines. #waledchat #pbis
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Tomorrow always seems to be a day away... ;) #waledchat
    In reply to @4XSoccermom
  • tamaraletter Jun 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    I love your reflection! #waledchat
    In reply to @MissKaty11
  • StephDill92 Jun 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Sometimes the celebration of expected behaviors can have a bigger response, we hardly ever get a celebration for doing what is expected. #waledchat
    In reply to @misskoplin, @Sara_Utecht
  • MsJenkins_3rd Jun 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A4: I set reminders and mark my calendar! It’s a great tool to keep up with how often I am celebrating student achievement. #waledchat
  • noel_hoffmann Jun 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    That is a fantastic idea! #waledchat
    In reply to @courtkneeruns
  • LindaEdwardsi Jun 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A4 We always have a few minutes group convo at the beginning of class. I like to give shoutouts at that time, Everyone claps for the student who is getting the mention. Positive affirmations #waledchat
  • mrskochheiser Jun 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A4) I try to do this during my morning meetings every day; A quick "hats off" time for Ss to share what they have noticed others have done, or if they want to share something they are proud of about themselves. #waledchat
  • courtkneeruns Jun 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    That’s awesome. And the kids who act like they don’t like it, actually usually do! 😂 #waledchat
    In reply to @MrsAsztalos
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Q5: My birthday is Saturday, so let’s talk cake! What is your favorite flavor of cake (cheesecake options also permitted)? #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    We eat lunch everyday in the cafeteria. Some days it is a struggle, but days we can celebrate with students are great! #waledchat
    In reply to @Eric_Carlin
  • MarisaEThompson Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A4 Used to give BGP awards for kind acts (be good people). Always wanted a May/June event for Ss who deserve thanks from staff. #waledchat
  • ELL_experience Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    This resonates with me because I find myself holding back when I'm being observed, even though on normal occasions I would totally interrupt my lesson to celebrate something. #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • gdorn1 Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3. Unfortunately, we do miss things. Ss have special successes in other classes that aren't always shared, special events they participate in, and different things they do.#waledchat
  • ToddRisser Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A4: I think the answer lies in the question. I need to make more of a conscious effort to celebrate accomplishments. Too often, I find myself getting wrapped up in the hectic life of a teacher #waledchat
  • 4XSoccermom Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A4 Make sure their worthwhile and for them, not for show. I've seen instances where we worry more about photo opportunities or what the adult wants, that we forget that it's about THEIR celebration, their moment to shine. #waledchat
  • franziski123 Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Icecream cake is the only way to go. #waledchat
  • TeacherWinters Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Cannot underestimate the importance of just saying hello and high fiving or fist bumping. Students need that engagement from their teachers. #waledchat
    In reply to @TraceyEnser
  • Teach_Learn88 Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A4) It would be nice to put growth celebrations in place similar to how we put pbis celebrations. #waledchat
  • teacherstenger Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Happy early Birthday! I occasionally make cakes in my free time (what is that??) and have come to really love them all. I suppose my go to would be chocolate cake with buttercream frosting. #backtobasics #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • mrssim19 Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3: I think I could definitely be more vocal w/praising students. Sometimes I have my blinders on when trying to get through the curriculum #waledchat
  • AndrewsShellyVA Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A4 Schedule it. Work with a team to coordinate those celebrations. Leave a note to write a celebration on each day, and read them at the end of the week/quarter/year! #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    But like.... what kind of ice cream in the cake? #waledchat
    In reply to @franziski123
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A5: I like yellow cake with my mom's chocolate icing. So glad she gave the recipe to my wife! #waledchat
  • MHSLewisHistory Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A5: Happy Birthday!! Anything with buttercream frosting. My personal birthday sweet is a mocha cream pie. Chocolate and Coffee decadence. MMMMMM. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Thanks and yummmmm #waledchat
    In reply to @teacherstenger
  • Kim_Scott_15 Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3 I'm SURE I missed opportunities to celebrate with students. I am usually out at the buses in the morning greeting students with some morning tunes and checking in on life. The past few days have been busy with testing. I have definitely missed bus duty! #waledchat
  • franziski123 Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Character counts! @AndrewsShellyVA #waledchat
    In reply to @AndrewsShellyVA
  • MrsAsztalos Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    yeah, i usually manage to get everyone into. and afterwards we all eat ice cream. win or lose! #waledchat
    In reply to @courtkneeruns
  • HaleDj12grl Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Q4) planned celebrations are wonderful but equally significant are those smaller and often unexpected wins that calls for authentic on the spot recognition. They don’t have to be flashy. Making a real connection with Ss is everlasting. Just don’t miss those oops. #Waledchat
  • LevineWrites Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A5 Anything with caramel and lots of whipped cream. It could even be a corndog...as long as it has the caramel and cream. #waledchat Happy Birthday @MrPStrunk !!!!!
    • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
      Q5: My birthday is Saturday, so let’s talk cake! What is your favorite flavor of cake (cheesecake options also permitted)? #waledchat
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A5: Had a pre-debate about this earlier. Cheesecake is not cake. It's pie at best. Best birthday treat: Banana Cream or Coconut Cream Pie. Cake can kick the can. #waledchat
  • CristinaDajero Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A4: Be present during conversations, demonstrate genuine excitement, ask them to discuss the accomplishment in praise them on a specific detail. She then you care through your actions not just your words. #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • tamaraletter Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A5: Birthday joy for Phil! My favorite cake is anything chocolate! #waledchat
    • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
      Q5: My birthday is Saturday, so let’s talk cake! What is your favorite flavor of cake (cheesecake options also permitted)? #waledchat
  • AndrewsShellyVA Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A5 A well made red velvet cake! Yum! #waledchat
    • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
      Q5: My birthday is Saturday, so let’s talk cake! What is your favorite flavor of cake (cheesecake options also permitted)? #waledchat
  • noel_hoffmann Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A5: Happy Early Birthday, Phil! My favorite flavor of cake used to be Black Forest. Nowadays, I guess I like blueberry or strawberry cheese cake the best. #waledchat
  • lori_sugg Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A4: By building on and improving my personal relationships with my Ss where I can celebrate the things they do that also go BEYOND my classroom walls. #waledchat
  • loliveira55 Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A5 Has to be chocolate. #Waledchat
  • TraceyEnser Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3: Those moments when my focus isn’t where it should be and I miss the opportunity to celebrate. #waledchat
  • deconnoc Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A5: Ice cream cake for the win. #waledchat
  • tamaraletter Jun 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Great insight! I agree! #waledchat
    In reply to @Teach_Learn88
  • Eric_Carlin Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A5: I love a dark chocolate cake and if it is permitted I mix it with vanilla ice cream. When it is mixed to a soup I call it "gravy train". I have done it since I was a kid. I think I will one day pitch it to Ben and Jerry's! #waledchat Happy birthday @MrPStrunk
  • _on11 Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A5: @katie_abramczyk makes many different cakes that you MUST sample when you come to Chicago, @MrPStrunk. Eclair cake, ho-ho cake, rich cheesecakes, delicious ice cream cakes, and many other sweet treats. However, I cannot say no to a slice of carrot cake. #waledchat
  • ToddRisser Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A5: Although not traditional, it’s a tie between ice cream cake and cookie cake. #waledchat
  • SrtaLyon Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A4 Larger celebrations cannot happen often, but as @loliveira55 said, celebrations can be high 5's (Dame cinco!) playing a favorite song, a round of applause from the class, getting to have our cute stuffed sloth hang around your neck...create the culture #waledchat
  • MsGiercykBASD Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Happy birthday Phil!!! I’m a fan of a nice classic cheesecake #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • KristenSevinsky Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Ice cream cake or black ti mousse cake from Olive Garden. Or banana cake. Orrrrrr. I love cake......#waledchat
  • StephDill92 Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A5: Happy bday a bit early @MrPStrunk. I like lots of different flavors. However, I make a really awesome rum cake that I get requests for. If I had to pick it would be a good old fashioned vanilla with chocoalate butter cream frosting. #waledchat
  • LBStrunk Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A5: Chocolate chip cheesecake! #waledchat
    • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
      Q5: My birthday is Saturday, so let’s talk cake! What is your favorite flavor of cake (cheesecake options also permitted)? #waledchat
  • GEagen1 Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A5: #waledchat chocolate, with chocolate and some chocolate.
    • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
      Q5: My birthday is Saturday, so let’s talk cake! What is your favorite flavor of cake (cheesecake options also permitted)? #waledchat
  • moler3031 Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A5: I’m not a fan of cake. For my birthday I requested Oreo Dirt Cups made with Vanilla Pudding instead of chocolate. A winner every time!! #waledchat
  • HistoryWithMrsJ Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    #waledchat A4: I need to slow down, especially this time of year. There is always so much to do I miss small things that can be important. Also, learning about what they do outside of school and celebrating those achievements too, awards, sports or community events.
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A5: Or this... #waledchat
  • ChristineBemis2 Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A5~ carrot cake w/nuts ~ cream cheese frosting & a very, very Big slice #waledchat
  • gdorn1 Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A4. We always have a sharing time before we begin as they eat their snacks where they can share stories, and talk to each other. #waledchat
  • jasongriffinhgs Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A5 Its hard to pass up a 12 layer chocolate cake! #waledchat
  • TeacherWinters Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A5 - Non-tradional answer: my favorite cake is pie - preferably chocolate/peanut butter. #waledchat
  • GraceLee380 Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A5: Yay, happy happy birthday!! 🎂🎉🎁Strawberry cheesecake is my favorite! 🍰 Hope you will celebrate with your favorite cake!😊   #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • misskoplin Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A5: Funfetti! I always make my own birthday cake because I love it so much! Add a little vanilla frosting and some sprinkles and then you can enjoy a little slice of heaven 😍 #waledchat
  • mrskochheiser Jun 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A5) I make an ice cream cake: layer ice cream sandwiches, cool whip, heath bar pieces, chocolate and caramel sauce, then repeat layers ending with sauces. Freeze for a few hours; cut and enjoy! A family favorite. #waledchat
  • _on11 Jun 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Did you have fun tonight with #waledchat? Is @MrPStrunk one of your EDU-heroes? Join him and the #122edchat family as the #Culturize adventure kicks off next week Wednesday at 7PM CDT. We will be discussing the role stakeholders' play in the development of school culture.
  • LITLessons1 Jun 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A5: Banana cake with cream cheese icing!!! Happy early birthday @MrPStrunk! 🎈🎉 #waledchat
  • mrshurtteaches Jun 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A5: a really rich chocolate cake with frosting in the middle and on top!!! Celiac here so a good cake is hard to find #waledchat Happy Early birthday @MrPStrunk !!!
    • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
      Q5: My birthday is Saturday, so let’s talk cake! What is your favorite flavor of cake (cheesecake options also permitted)? #waledchat
  • LindaEdwardsi Jun 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A5 My favourite cake is chocolate cake or Black Forest Cake #waledchat
  • Teach_Learn88 Jun 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A5) Any type of birthday cake is fine with me! #waledchat
  • MrsAsztalos Jun 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A5 I have never met a cake I don't like, but I actually like the frosting more than the cake! #waledchat
  • iluveducating Jun 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A5: Happy happy birthday! I LOVE strawberry cheesecake! YUM! #waledchat
  • 4XSoccermom Jun 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A5 Happy birthday!! As a kid, it was strawberry with strawberry icing. As an adult, it's lemon cake. #waledchat
  • Sara_Utecht Jun 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A5: Happy-almost-birthday, Phil! How about some freshly made peach/blueberry cobbler?! (Neither cake, nor cheesecake. Walk on the wildside?!!) #waledchat
  • loliveira55 Jun 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4 Ask the students questions more often to find out what is happening in their lives. #Waledchat
  • jdeek Jun 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    #waledchat A2 - Phil, Celebrating only helps build relationships. On both good or bad events, be present and engaged with the kids. Let them see that you are human. That's more authentic than any lessons or tip. Just be human.
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    So excited for this!! #waledchat #122edchat
    In reply to @_on11
  • TraceyEnser Jun 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4: Keep having fun with celebrations. Last year they were built into our schedule and I’d like to do that again during our class meetings. #waledchat
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Thanks for coming! Soooo excited for next week when @PHausTech runs the show! Hope to see you there! #waledchat
  • Mr_Lisek Jun 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Great chat tonight #waledchat crew! Can't believe 30 minutes can go this quickly. See you all next time. And, happy birthday, @MrPStrunk!
  • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Thanks Malinda!! #waledchat
    In reply to @mrshurtteaches
  • tamaraletter Jun 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    This is fabulous for summer! Great recipe! #waledchat
    In reply to @mrskochheiser
  • Eric_Carlin Jun 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    I usually eat in 5 minutes. Sometimes it isn't a full lunch period. But a few minutes here and there can make a difference. What's is funny is I can save the steps taking my tray back and forth from the cafeteria too! #waledchat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk
  • TeacherWinters Jun 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Thanks @MrPStrunk for a great chat tonight! See you next week! #waledchat
  • HistoryWithMrsJ Jun 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A5: just about any kind of cheesecake and ice cream cake! Happy Birthday @MrPStrunk! #waledchat
  • tamaraletter Jun 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    That sounds like BLISS! Yum! #waledchat
    In reply to @jasongriffinhgs
  • MsJenkins_3rd Jun 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A5: Happy early birthday ! It is not a celebration without red velvet cake. #waledchat
    • MrPStrunk - Moderator Jun 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
      Q5: My birthday is Saturday, so let’s talk cake! What is your favorite flavor of cake (cheesecake options also permitted)? #waledchat
  • courtkneeruns Jun 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A5) Happy Birthday @MrPStrunk. Ok I’m gonna be THAT kid...I gotta say PIE! It’s just too delicious to pass up with all the fruit and warm crust! Lol #waledchat