#kyedchat Archive
#KyEdChat is a weekly and Kentucky-specific conversation about all things education, from the nuts and bolts of curriculum and instruction, to the challenges of leadership and the politics of accountability. #KyEdChat draws educators from throughout Kentucky and beyond, engaging in a fast and lively hour of discussion, thoughtful questions and candid responses.
Thursday August 18, 2016
YES! It's THAT time! Sit back, relax, and enjoy as we begin the ALL-NEW, ALL-AWESOME !
Believe I'll join for the first time n a while.
It's been a long time but I am SO excited to host with all of you. Lots to talk about tonight as we begin a new school year.
Welcome back, my friends.
As we're waiting on everyone to take their seats, let's talk about some plans for in the coming weeks and months.
madness = side-by-side columns + kid baño time.
First, we will be moving to an every other week schedule. More time = more ways to make each chat more awesome for YOU!
Hope y'all have a little room for a young T from Florida to jump in on this fun 😅 Eric, 2nd year ELA at a 1:1 MS
Secondly, the new wants YOUR thoughts and topics! I'll be sharing a form to collect ideas from you on topics &... GUEST CHATTERS!
Ready to start the school year off on the right foot! is going to get me psyched about it!
OMG, I forgot about this picture. Thank you Thank you for bringing it back up!!
Lots to come in the next few weeks and months but for now... LET'S DO THIS!
Welcome to . Pls share your name, where you're from, and your favorite 80s hair band
Welcome to . Pls share your name, where you're from, and your favorite 80s hair band
Oh, . You meme making scamp.
Hi, Eric! Thanks for joining us! Where in FL are you? Just honeymooned in Vero Beach!
it's one of the most epic pictures known to man
Hopping in late to - Heidi instructional tech coach/ forever librarian in NKY
I'm Sara-Elizabeth and I teach Spanish in Louisville... and I was really sheltered in the 80's.
we LOVE first time chatters! Welcome!
you missed so much. Like Rave #4 Mega Hold.
Gail Jones, Louisville, KY 80s hair band would be Bon Jovi
Hey y'all HEYYYY! I'm Brooke, reppin the best district in the state, Hardin Co Schools! Anddddd. I prefer 90's country. 🤓😬
Greg prater belfry high school in pike county
I'm William inBerea. I couldn't possibly pick just one!
I'm sorry, that's not an approved music category. Country stopped being county in 1987
I'm Adam. Digital Learning Coordinator of . I thought Skid Row's "Slave to the Grind" album was a masterpiece.
Katie. Middle school LMS, Hardin Co schools. ❤️ Journey! Don't stop believin in
Hey, - Sheryl from in Louisville. I teach 3rd. 80s hair bands = awesome, but I don't know names! Haha.
I'm Steve from Nicholasville. Big time math nerd. But not so much about the 80s hair bands though.
I'm Eric, I teach in Citrus Co. FL. My favorite 80s hair band doesn't exist because I prefer 90s tunes (;
Tonight's introduction was inspired by 's senior picture. It's amazing.
RT Tonight's introduction was inspired by 's senior picture. It's amazing.
RT Tonight's introduction was inspired by 's senior picture. It's amazing.
Yes, , I shall claim these pics. Especially because I have far fewer strands of hair left.
Wow. The hatred of 80s hair bands is FIERCE tonight. Shoulda gone with grunge
Curt, Thomas Nelson science leader. Beastie Boys were a hair band for No Sleep till Brooklyn, I'm counting that!
Leanna from Lexington. I'd have to say Guns n Roses for hair band but I was truly a big REM/Depeche Mode/Smiths fan
BTW: Did you know "Smells Like Teen Spirit" is 25 years old this year?
I digress. On with shenanigans!
that was exactly the same response I got from my wife...
Oops 😅 didnt mean to pile on https://t.co/tXEUBQ1nPd
Wow. The hatred of 80s hair bands is FIERCE tonight. Shoulda gone with grunge
speak for yourself. Idk what that song even is. Just ask - I'm basically still in my 20's.
Selling tickets at our schools soccer game. Will do my best to stay in
Welcome Jennifer....new admin and principal of East Middle School of Shelby County. Holla!
OH friends, if I did NOT wear out some Cure tapes in my car in the late '80's...
Here at we follow the Q & A format but side convos are encouraged.
yes girl!!! is representing tonight!!
Donnie Piercey, 5th grade teacher, ... Geoff Moore and the Distance was a Hair band, right?
Don't forget to include the hashtag in all your tweets so we all can see! And so we can TREND!
There's a new sheriff in town, y'all. Admin just got real! Ha! https://t.co/xyiInF0mqH
Welcome Jennifer....new admin and principal of East Middle School of Shelby County. Holla!
oh I loved the Cure, too.
that's 20 bonus points to you, good sir
Q1 is coming up! Here we go!
EEEEKKKKK I just squealed out loud! HARDIN CO IN DA HOUSEEE
Q1: Share ONE thing that you are excited about implementing in your class this year MORE THAN ANYTHING ELSE
Steven Tyler...in from JCPS & Louisville
A1 Nick Newton Rineyville School
is that a real thing? For real? If so, it's the best thing ever
A1 the new science standards. Getting kids to really think and learn.
A1 we're going 1:1 iPads this year - so everything! Most excited for trying apps that work with 3D printing
Just got back from and so excited to try out some new ideas using creative computing
A1 I can only share one thing? Excited abt departmentalizing & teaching ELA to ALL third graders and possible a genius hour! :)
Coding and engineering combined with reading. Putting the Read in Steam
A1 I'm excited to implement the Epic... Kids are loving it already
fantastic! Have you rolled them out yet? How is that process going? Exciting!
A1: using my and incorporating
omg YASSSSSSSS. I'm sorry. I am so pumped. MY PEOPLE ARE HERE YALL!
A1 Trying more student created tasks to demonstrate understanding vs traditional assignments. Newer approach to HS math for sure.
Although you could drive all night with Def Leppard's Hysteria and an auto reverse tape deck.
I'm a principal ... but very excited about our new faculty competition: "Collaboration Bling!" https://t.co/kRWbOW4Kzl
Q1: Share ONE thing that you are excited about implementing in your class this year MORE THAN ANYTHING ELSE
A1: I'm hoping to find a way to work VR into my class this year to help my Ss get a cultural experience they can't get w/o it
that place is the bees knees. Gonna be FANTASTIC!
finding more ways to use tech with my firsties (we used google forms today!) and alternative seating
-- alright I'll stop lurking.
A1 Working with 3 elementary teachers to implement in their classroom. Love Ts trying new things!
loving your vines. SO COOL.
A1 Project-based learning with a real-world project with super big potential, I hope
A1: implementing our new Green Screen setup in our makerspace and with our news crew! Watch out STLP!!
A1: Data binders to track our stellar growth!
A1: I'm trying a new classroom management strategy using https://t.co/ZWqFH94Jzt ; basically playing Classroom Monopoly.
A1: would love to implement some project based learning
every now and then I wanna come work at - every now and then...
A1-Implementing new vocabulary work created with colleagues on 10th grade classes.
A1:The power of WHY! Why do we do this wonderful, difficult, frustrating, exhilarating work? Want Ts to find joy in their purpose!
yeah you should. We are BOMB DOT COM.
I didn't know you existed on Twitter! Welcome!
my 4-5 graders loved the green screen/daily news set up- so much creative potential
I bought your desk today. You owe me rent.
well, you could share more but with this group I knew I had to put on some constraints ;)
A1: on the more strictly pedagogical side, I'm excited about doing a lot more data tracking/item analysis this yr 👌🏻
A1 Also implementing more Google Drive tools.
a couple of them, some rocker chairs, benches, standing desks...lots of choices. i love that my students sit apart!
A1: Utilizing more space in the classroom to celebrate student success. Way better than posters of mitosis https://t.co/SJnIp4oLRe
see! even the young padawans can use awesomeness! LOVE IT!
A1: I'm gonna hyperdoc the heck out of everything, esp the content I dread (grammar)
what are you working on? We did a butterfly garden, mini aquaponics system, Google cardboard prototyping year!
A1: Proud of my staff , who are working to cultivate the 4 Cs in their classrooms.
I gotta take another look at that. I think it has great potential.
centers provide a great way to implement tech if you have limited available
We hope to develop a website to showcase "48 hours in Louisville" for visitors... in Spanish :)
I had a class checking account my first year teaching- we taxed the kids on April 15th -some had to file for extension
I demand you keep me on the loop on how this plays out. Super excited to learn from you https://t.co/wGCgzp2fAO
A1: I'm gonna hyperdoc the heck out of everything, esp the content I dread (grammar)
We want to invite Spanish classes across the country to collaborate for their own "48 horas en..."
A1 Also adding dual credit classes in literature and communications. Looking forward to a lot!
LOVE IT! What's the deal w/the tribe? Are lions your mascot? PS -Who looks at posters of mitosis anyway?!
three days of deployments and over 600 folks through boot camps- they are out and teching!
Sarah, I may ask you questions! :)
LOVE it! So cool to see all that is happening in KY!
Teachers earn "collaboration bling" through peer observations or through Twitter Chats. https://t.co/WzJsqJDeDj
I'm a principal ... but very excited about our new faculty competition: "Collaboration Bling!" https://t.co/kRWbOW4Kzl
Q1: Share ONE thing that you are excited about implementing in your class this year MORE THAN ANYTHING ELSE
I have some elementary Spanish teachers working on who might get a kick out of that if you want to connect!
So many great things are happening out there. It's gonna be a fantastic year for our schools. Q2 coming up next!
Whoa! That sounds very cool. Please keep us updated! https://t.co/7kw0fWd5BR
We hope to develop a website to showcase "48 hours in Louisville" for visitors... in Spanish :)
math series wanted the kids to take a poll and make tallies-we used forms with pics and looked at the responses
is now trending in USA, ranking 48
it's not the last post. Don't like. You're basically in heaven. Share, share, share!
LOVE. We'll have to connect. https://t.co/Rm2j4qSLhH
We want to invite Spanish classes across the country to collaborate for their own "48 horas en..."
Q2: What are you doing differently this year to get students more involved and engaged in your class?
well... Last one this hour 😊
I need to come visit hand
that is an incredible idea!
Class craft is on you tube...teachers love gaming up the game!
well may have brought me an osmo which my students LOVE and are totally engaged in for rdg, math, wrtg
Dee in Frankfort-- and late! Hiya! I'll catch up...
A2 I started using on day 3. Have used them every day since. Kids love them and get immediate feedback of progress.
A2. Promoting the heck out intentional use of tech through this year - working on a model for iterative design at Elem level
A2 Allow for more varied solutions to be recognized and celebrated. Individuality in problem solving is better for everyone.
A2: just met w/district leadership on redesigning our walk thru instrument to help focus our feedback for Ts!
A2: Trying to encourage Ss to generate more of our classroom discussions so it's less me talking & more them actively learning
A2 Making sure to validate their experiences/reflections, especially in writing.
A2: To engage with the students and parents, I just started doing "birthday selfies with the principal." https://t.co/lBlcexeT0M
A2 offering kids many chances to choose how they want to learn. Allowing them to choose their own mode gets them on board.
gotta love . I have a room full of desktops and my kids still love it when we use those cards
I really want to help teachers continue to find ways for kids to create and problem solve with technology not just consume it
using Stolen from -doing a "throw kindness like confetti" board with
Brooke is buying people Osmos? Count me in!
I am a advocate. I'm encouraging Ts to elevate it. Also want to come talk to my students!
these things are awesome! Think of creating a native American choreographers dance via ozbot!
A2: I've implemented a class FB pg featuring Ss. They are loving having their pics there. Plus is on EVERYTHING
A2: also doing lots more explicit opportunities for
that's awesome. How cool is that? I'm going to talk with our principal about doing that!
Thankful for tonight who has her own classroom again this year. She's going define awesome
ha! I had to find some willing Beta testers to help me find authentic ways to integrate into instruction!
A2 Allowing plenty of time to ask and answer questions. Theirs and mine.
SO important to work towards that! Increases engagement so much
isn't finished yet- but utilizing autocrat and go to page based on answer to get admin feedback on bldg focus.
Wish I had thought of it. Learned about it from a principal in another state. https://t.co/ia0ameStms
that's awesome. How cool is that? I'm going to talk with our principal about doing that!
please keep me in the loop on that, too. The more I steal from you the better I look ;)
A2: Also involving Ss in more intentional self-reflection and learning analysis so they take ownership of their own learning
A2 Step back even further. May just stand in the doorway. (I might have awesome Ss running the library right now) 😊
A1: I am excited about introducing K through high school teachers to ways to have real discourse in math class!
discourse in math class? you can do that?
A2 less time spent on direct teaching - more time for students to be responsible for their own learning
aaahhh! now we have the secret to his success! Thief.
We're more than halfway through and we're only on Q3! This is how we rock
did I say steal? I meant "collaborate and share". Yep. That's what I meant.
Harry Wong did it. I figure I can, too ;)
A2: putting learning and leading in the Ss hands. Guide them and let them lead.
A2 3rd grade -dialogue journals with home for what Ss learned during the week Thanks for the steal!
wait what?!?! You are such a rockstar. Tell me MORE!
Try out TES Blendspace. It's FREE and way cool!
Q2: More discourse stuff-- help teachers feel comfy letting students talk about math- https://t.co/kCA4jbIYn0
Q2: What are you doing differently this year to get students more involved and engaged in your class?
Q3: What plans do you have in place to increase communication in your building AND with other stakeholders (like parents)?
A3 I'm looking forward to trying the new things within and how it incorporates guardians.
Our Google Classroom teachers will be excited about the new parent communication feature
A3 I am incredibly fortunate in this area as I am in a Facebook group w/parents & have open communication all the time
Guardian. Notifications. FTW. Even if they haven't shown up in my classrooms yet...
A3 But Edmodo also provides a platform to include parents, if they will use it
A3: our school is doing a weekly 'Friday Focus' to help share more of the many awesome ideas happening in our building right away
A3: Using to keep in touch frequently. FB page that has a light, airy, goofy (hopefully) feel to keep them INTERESTED.
A3: inspired by I'm going to implement a book club for adults thru !
A3 I communicate w/ many students an parents through Twitter. I use and
A3 use of google forms for input from all and using google calendar to streamline stolen from
& planning Parent Academies- parents informed about initiatives like https://t.co/6xTQvqvnZl
Q3: What plans do you have in place to increase communication in your building AND with other stakeholders (like parents)?
HEY LOOK! THE SPAMMERS HAVE PICKED US UP! WE HAVE ARRIVED!
A3 I'm utilizing S'more, and google apps and using living calendar! Nothing super new, but new to where I am!
A3: I also want to continue to use Twitter as a tool for comm w/students, parents, and the community at large
I don't know about this, but I'd like to.
A3 glad to see some answers include 'portal-like' responses. Seems like the place for Ts to gather Ss, so why not for parents also
A3: We have like, 2,486 Google Calendars now. I've created an epidemic of organization awesomeness. It's great.
Don't have immediate plans, but saw on Twitter yesterday- like for parents. Would love to see in
A1: I stepped outside of the box last night at Open House ... and gave all the parents my personal cell phone number.
and that's what makes it awesome. As we move, we take great things. That's how we all get better
A3: I link all of my lessons to the class website so parents can view what their students see in class. Also great for absences!
A3 has moved into the 20th century with google sites
A2: Grammar Flip was new last year, Actively Learn for rdg, also incorporating daily quickwrites as exit slips most days.
vivis Kinder T uses and oh my goodness. I puffy pink heart LOVE THIS THING. push notifications. ❤️❤️
We're in the home stretch! Q4 coming up next!
Q4: What new opportunities are happening in your school/district for teacher leadership this year?
Please believe! She's linked up digital letters that got sent home, added photos in a private space. It's so great
I just made it home and looked at the time - is almost over. Can someone summarize in one tweet?
see and says you need to with us! https://t.co/CRRIp1ckc7
A2: Grammar Flip was new last year, Actively Learn for rdg, also incorporating daily quickwrites as exit slips most days.
gotta make sure the settings are right on the admin side. It went out to all rapid release
Hello from the lovely country of Singapore. I miss my KY peeps.
y'all make fun all you want- this is good stuff.the youngers get overlooked a lot w/this stuff!!
Q3: What is the best way to analyze data from ? How do you use data to change/inform instruction?
First name: Greatest. Last name: Ever. That's how we summarize
A4 Not new, but my dept uses grade level leaders. Has been very effective.
A4 I'm not in a district but I'm starting a conversation group for Spanish learners across programs
A4 I'm in a hybrid role!! And our principal pushes teacher voice! Love it!!
A3 - in my new role as coordinator for Title One schools, I'm going to use to connect school coord.
We had some great people put together an & planning another - great opportunity for teacher leadership & growth!
A4 is responsibility I'm also KTIPing a new teacher
the quiz feature in FORMS w/intentional feedback brings happy tears 2 my eyes. Such a great way to differentiate too
A4: we are a brand new 1:1 chrome book And just created a whole new tech special area class
energy is amazing. This tribe is where the began. BOOM. https://t.co/qfc4lQ3e7i
I just made it home and looked at the time - is almost over. Can someone summarize in one tweet?
A4 I am still looking into creating opportunities and making changes that I can control
You guys are rocking it in your new county! https://t.co/rARp6CteYi
A4 I'm in a hybrid role!! And our principal pushes teacher voice! Love it!!
I don't even know 😝😂 I just love it. I'm a kinder mom and I love feeling so connected! Mrs Goodman rocks!
A4: Ahem! Did already mention yet?
I'm not familiar with - no one has said anything about it at all...
A4: JCPSedcamp! teachers leading change
We are working hard to build our Scratch community in KY-it is teacher led! Would love for you to join! https://t.co/mmiNCsv3Kn
wait. I missed the question. What?!
We are getting ready to roll out some new initiatives soon. Also have 1/2 day events in Nov.
I hate to say this, but we're a mere 5 minutes from the end of
A3: I like games too: Kahoot & Quizalize for quick, fun, informal data.
okay...details...what is ? How does it work?
a4: We have some new initiatives rolling out soon and 1/2 day coming up 11/7.
I want to take just a second and thank for allowing me to take over the reigns of Hope I can keep the awesome rolling.
I was beyond excited to have helped bring to . Cannot wait to see the difference it inspires! https://t.co/ruIDczQ02l
A4: JCPSedcamp! teachers leading change
A4 By offering personalized learning areas in each school where walls are ignored...our Ts are encouraged to take risks, lead us.
Great job, Mike. Great memes, Donnie.
I don't know if you're looking for topics or guest chatters, but I attended a great keynote on equity at
Grammarflip is hair metal lovers and more
I absolutely am! I'll have a form set up VERY soon to get that process going
Love it when teachers are encouraged to take risks. Doesn't happen as much as it should. https://t.co/USwVoW5j7p
A4 By offering personalized learning areas in each school where walls are ignored...our Ts are encouraged to take risks, lead us.
Great conversations and I only had to delete 3 mis-tagged tweets haha
Thanks for keeping the conversation going. is one of my favorite PLNs
