#ECEchat Archive
We chat every Tuesday night at 8:30-9:30 pm CST. All are welcome, especially EarlyEd teachers, leaders & experts. Co-founded & moderated by @techwnancy @JessicaCabeen & @VealHeidi
Tuesday August 2, 2016
30 min countdown to discussing Fresh Start for a New School Year with our series Starting Off Right. All are welcome!
Hi friends! Heidi here, AP at a bilingual school in North Tx. I’m so excited about tonight’s chat https://t.co/wD9HFwFJ1A
Too excited for that I thought it started at 8pm CT & not 8:30! Can't wait!
Getting ready to go back to school? Stop into tonight at 8:30 for discussion and idea sharing to start your year off right!
kicks off in 15 minutes we will be discussing Fresh Start for a New School Year with our series Starting Off Right in
Tonight's we will be discussing Fresh Start for a New School Year with our series Starting Off Right. All are welcome to join.
Wow! TY Justin😊 & awesome news the wonderful has joined as a new co-moderator & partner-in-crime!
didn't know that! Wow! Super now!
Welcome to the 1st of the 16-17 school year! We’re so glad you are here. Please share your name, where you're from & what you do.
Welcome to Victoria. Glad you are joining in. What do you teach/do?
Hi friends! I've missed ya! Bridget Visser, Literacy Specialist in ready to learn w/ you tonight. Ready for an awesome year!
Bridget! Hi!! So glad you are here tonight ; ) Welcome. How’s your summer been?
Meg from TX--Head Start teacher
Greetings tribe! Jessica-Principal of a Kindergarten Center in Austin, MN. So excited to learn with you all tonight!
Good evening PLN my name is Nancy. I'm an AP on a bilingual early childhood school in TX. Looking forward to the learning tonight.
Hi ! I'm Dianne Bacsik, Integreated PreK Teacher at in NJ. Very pumped for my first
Hi ! I'm Dianne Bacsik, Integreated PreK Teacher at in NJ. Very pumped for my first
Hi friends, Tina here from NJ, I teach Preschool Special Needs students and this is my first !
I hope everyone at had a great summer break! So glad to be back! Danielle K tchr in AZ. My Ss start tomorrow!
Andrea Mitchell PK & PPCD Consultant at a regional service center in Texas
Hello
Susie from North Texas Early Childhood School. Ready to learn and ready for the year!
Love another MN Educator joining tonight-where are you located?
Danielle, Ohio, ECE and coaching student at Ohio University Lancaster
Claire from EP schools in MN. Teaching preschool 3s
Hi guys. Popping in to say hi. Ed consultant living in Alexandria VA.
Howdy friends! Haley Melikian here, PreK Inclusion Teacher from Graham, TX. Glad to be back!
is in a Q/A format with Q1, Q2, etc. Mark responses w/ A1, A2, A3,...etc
Tim here, Principal in Batavia IL Will be leading a building that houses the Early Childhood Center. Looking to gain some insight
Remember to include the hashtag so everyone can follow along.
Hello I'm an Instructional Technology Specialist in El Paso, TX. Currently working with 12 elementary schools
Hi Choua. Welcome to tonight.
Amy from Little Rock, AR. 4th Grade Teacher
thanks for joining in tonight! Will be a great for sure!
Howard SF Bay Area. Spent 13 yrs in ECE centers, case managing, etc. currently full inclusion teacher of older Ss
Hi Meg!!! So glad you are joining. lol
Hey Heidi!!! Crazy fast, but full of variety! 😊
Tonight's is about a Fresh Start for a New School Year w/ our series Starting Off Right! We are so glad you are all here!
Here are the questions for tonight's discussing Fresh Start for a New School Year w/ our series Starting off Right.
Hi lit coach who works with the K team at my school
Hello I'm Jaime - K teacher from MD
Kim, 2nd grade from Richardson ISD. Welcome back to my PLN friends! Hope everyone has had a great summer!!
Happy August! Kyra, from Minneapolis and Kaplan Early Learning
Wow-what a great position and opportunity to work with so many Ss! Glad you could join in tonight at
Howdy from Houston! Jessie from glad to be back!!
I am a VP in an elem school in NJ.
you are in the right place! Lots of great ideas located...here!
Ready to chat with tonight! I am a 3rd grade teacher and EdTech Teacher Leader from Dallas.
Hi everyone! Tara here from Colorado!
Hello, karlee from Alberta Canada. I teach kinder and am learning leader k-6
that is great. Looking forward to learning
Yeah it's ! I'm Angela from MN
Hi! I'm Thomas, third grade teacher from NC!
Excited to be joining tonight! Elementary principal adding a pre-k program this year for the first time - should be awesome!
Whoops guess I should mention I'm a former PreK teacher moving to 5th grade this year!
Melissa, 1st grade 90/10 Spanish immersion in southern CA. Happy to dive into my first chat of 16-17 https://t.co/uLb98bbPj1
Welcome to the 1st of the 16-17 school year! We’re so glad you are here. Please share your name, where you're from & what you do.
Welcome back to https://t.co/CqwiY9jxpu
Kim, 2nd grade from Richardson ISD. Welcome back to my PLN friends! Hope everyone has had a great summer!!
Hi - Kelley from Charleston - professor of EC.
another MN Tribe Member here tonight!
Melissa here, popping in - principal of a PK-3 building
We are soooo pumped that you are joining us as an co-moderator & partner! for you https://t.co/RhgHTO3jMC
Greetings tribe! Jessica-Principal of a Kindergarten Center in Austin, MN. So excited to learn with you all tonight!
Q1: What is something you've learned over the summer that you are excited to implement this school year? https://t.co/VlJw0Qug0k
We are at our school too! First time. 😄
Former prek and k teacher heading to admin next year here!
That's quite a change for you!
I was just gonna say the same thing!
Glad to be back here. Ready to learn.
awesome! My experiences have been with K-5, EC is going to be new for me.
Jepi Matthis Coordinator of EC
Hello everyone just coning on board. Melissa from Katy TX
Hi! I'm Abbi from Davenport and am excited for my first😃
A1: I would like to introduce personalized learning.
Elementary Principal here excited to join in!
So great to see how much has grown! Awesome job
that's what I keep hearing, I guess You will have to check back in a few weeks
How thrilling Danielle, 1st day w S’s tomorrow! Thx for joining on your Eve
Steps to implement developmentally appropriate steps in math Inst. and some TOM tools https://t.co/syUT1zE84a
Q1: What is something you've learned over the summer that you are excited to implement this school year? https://t.co/VlJw0Qug0k
Hello, I'm Audrey from ENID OK, I am a 2nd grade teacher
A1:I have piloted Class Dojo with my summer class and I've seen great success. I can't wait to implement this school year :)
Just read Waking Up White by Debby Irving. Looming forward to looking at my students in a new way.
Alicia....1st grade teacher :0)
A1: The different coaching styles I learned at
A1. We got a grant for PreK so lots of new technology, assessments, family engagement
It's often too late for me. LOL
A1-
Nancy Alvarez taught me about Spark Video and we are using it with our staff! Ask her about movie making!
A1. I'll be trying out more flexible seating options: lowering & raising desks, etc
Hi Andrea! Welcome to the 1st of the 16-17 school year. We are still talking about
A1: ScratchJr. We have trained a few teachers and have another session next week but I want to use it with kids! Lots of fun
A1. I am so excited to expand our work in computational thinking, coding and makerspaces this year! https://t.co/PZJmHct595
Q1: What is something you've learned over the summer that you are excited to implement this school year? https://t.co/VlJw0Qug0k
Q1 hoping to support staff in using tools to document learning in authentic and meaningful ways next year
A1: We are hoping to take on Strategies Gold at the PreK level n my district. i'm excited for that new data collection opportunity!
scoop chairs were a huge hit in my room last year!
Too many to list. How about everything in the book Drive by Daniel Pink
A1 I am excited about trying some ways to collaborate and connect with Ts through different tools
A1: the knowledge from and the modeling of a student led classroom from
A1 This year I want to incorporate Digital student-driven portfolios and storytelling
(Maybe this lesson started last year) but learned I need to grow in the areas of trust and delegation - going to be a great year
Hello this
Carmen from Dallas! Excited that I am joining your chat!
A1: new ways to use technology, as well as new apps to use with Ss and Ts.
A1 super excited to get more into digital assessments and now that I have more technology coming my way!
Excited to implement with our classrooms! Great way to communicate with parents and showcase learning!
Big jump, no? You will be great! Enjoy!
Welcome Abbi to so excited you could join us!
A1 I want to use more technology with my students
I am excited to implement flexible seating and standing desks. More coffee house style. https://t.co/5VhEBlU0iv
Q1: What is something you've learned over the summer that you are excited to implement this school year? https://t.co/VlJw0Qug0k
What do you use to develop digital portfolios?
A1 I would love to see beebots in our PreK rooms but I have fallen in love with aurasma!
Fun!!! Follow & for ideas & collaboration! https://t.co/0zZuTisdwU
A1. We got a grant for PreK so lots of new technology, assessments, family engagement
RT Q1 What is something you've learned over the summer that you are excited to implement this school year? https://t.co/vfFDxIVTgO
A1. Learned about and excited to use as part of blended learning in lab
Q1: the power of classroom community and helping everyone feel welcomed is my wish for the start of the year
A1 Moving to a new school & am excited to learn from them! Stoked to be focusing on PBL preK-6 this year https://t.co/1Sr9fTpSVg
Q1: What is something you've learned over the summer that you are excited to implement this school year? https://t.co/VlJw0Qug0k
great plan! Would love to see it once you are implementing!
A1: Strategies to address executive functioning deficits in ALL learners, but esp.reluctant readers. https://t.co/DkIRYiu2ni
Q1: What is something you've learned over the summer that you are excited to implement this school year? https://t.co/VlJw0Qug0k
awesome! Hope you stop by the webinars in August!
I'm excited to use new apps, continue new connections with Ts, & stay on track with my to do lists!! https://t.co/OuG98rKSsB
Q1: What is something you've learned over the summer that you are excited to implement this school year? https://t.co/VlJw0Qug0k
Related to the class flexible grouping using related data that is up to the minute.
A1: I've found some awesome math centers that I'm really excited about trying this year! We love our small group time!
share resources please! excited to hear about what you learn.
That's an excellent question, Nick. Any ideas?
. Thank you & I'm so happy to hear that! ☺️ Looking forward to
A1 robotics and 3d printing hopefully also ruing to revamp literacy with no more letter of the week
A1: Not a typical teachery answer- but I am a better person and T when I take care of myself- read, exercise, meditate daily.
A1: Patience. Yup, that's it.
Welcome Tim! So great to reconnect w you on How exciting to be leading w/ in your school!
Tara could you go a little into detail about beebot plz
A1: Implementing a more organized interactive notebook system with kindergarten
students
A1: So hard to pick one thing I've learned! I can't wait to implement QR codes & !
they are these super cool robots I think and have some and can tell you more
I finally learned how to create & use QR codes, but I can totally learn more from the pros here! https://t.co/PoNCEpCrab
Q1: What is something you've learned over the summer that you are excited to implement this school year? https://t.co/VlJw0Qug0k
Welcome! Be sure to point your PreK-2nd grade teachers to We will get them connected and learning. https://t.co/VHfA4RlMOU
Excited to be joining tonight! Elementary principal adding a pre-k program this year for the first time - should be awesome!
Hola amigo!!! Bienvenidos So glad you are here tonight.
I will have to check this out! Thanks for the suggestion
I love QR codes...super easy to do and kids love it!
will do the trick seems to be getting the triggers setup but once they're done it should be pretty fun!
Itching to get Google Cardboard in kids hands!
Good morning rizza here from philippines we are on our 3rd month of school
That SHOULD be a teachery answer, Kathleen!
A1 Incorporating STEAM in EC classrooms in a way that is developmentally appropriate!
I knew someone would have them! Thank you!
I am also excited to explore the porfolio feature that recently added
I'm excited about releasing more power to the students this year and watching them drive instruction!
Yes, it doesn't always have to be something NEW, we can improve upon what we already do
we have at least 4 MN peeps on ...what a trend!
don't we just naturally out everyone else first? I think to a fault.
it definitely starts with that-no matter what the grade-Ss & staff strong culture is key! https://t.co/oKfNumnvbC
Q1: the power of classroom community and helping everyone feel welcomed is my wish for the start of the year
I will have to check that out. Thanks for the tip
A1: I'm also excited to try out our district's spheroballs worh coding!
Hi Kim!!! Great to reconnect w/ you on tonight. I hope you had a great summer too. Will you be at ?
Thanks so much We will have to explore BeeBots at
Goal 4 me is to bridge k and grade one and share strategies that work in both grade levels
Feeling great now that is back! Gracias amiga! This is MY place for learning and growing.
Thanks. Keep learning and growing
self-care is so important it goes a long way when we as Ts pour ourselves into Ss and our schools!
is a great to let students show what they can do! Start with a retelling activity to teach the app.
summer work focused on our integrated curric. Hoping to inspire use of
So many gr8 educators having conversations on RIGHT now. Do other professions do this?
Hi Rae! So glad you are joining, even if for a bit. You always add so much.
I need to get better at ISN. I use mini ones per unit but need to be more immersed. https://t.co/psFjPDaajf
A1: Implementing a more organized interactive notebook system with kindergarten
students
This is so important too!!! We are our best for our kids when we feel our best!! https://t.co/AEm2tWaoMX
A1: Not a typical teachery answer- but I am a better person and T when I take care of myself- read, exercise, meditate daily.
Blogging is an amazing way to reflect upon your practices. I am sure you will inspire others. https://t.co/xcRyiPNsf6
let me know if you need any help-we started last year and love what kids do with them.
A2: I use social media to make the walls of our school transparent. It helps parents feel connected and stay informed.
A1: heh. my summer starts next wk. That's y I'm here. I did tech w/Knder last yr. Want to coach tech further. Sorting the ethics
I' ve learnes about and my Ss and I are loving it, parents too
Me too (QR codes)! https://t.co/K5ZPNzEJFi
A1: So hard to pick one thing I've learned! I can't wait to implement QR codes & !
Hi friends! I feel like it’s a homecoming tonight!!! Wish we were F2F
absolutely. I also would like to use these tools to celebrate and share what is happening in classrooms
A2 does it all for parent communication
A2 Have a high ESL population, ensuring there is clear communication with parents
A2 of course! Amazing for Ss, Ps, and Ts. Love that littles can rock it no problem!
Carmen Pesina@mitaparis
A1: Excited to implement a more organized system of interactive journaling for my kindergarten students
my first summer off in 12 years of teaching. I learned what self care was this summer.
Thought I'd mostly learn tonight. :)
A2: COMMUNICATION! in every way! Twitter, Newsletters, Blogs Monthly Parent Theme Days- Parents are @ the <3 of the ECE classroom
iPads in centers is one of our focuses this year. Be sure to share your ideas and tag us. https://t.co/zq8TOXGaIu
A1) I am looking forward to trying new ideas for using the iPads during centers!
We just got beebots in our Smart Lab! Anxious to learn how they work!
A1 : Flexible seating with no assigned seats in fourth grade.
Melissa so glad you are here-so excited for the ideas you will bring to https://t.co/FIKxBKIEzC
Melissa here, popping in - principal of a PK-3 building
A2 starts on day 1 being available willing to communicate, trend the positive for our schools, spend time with Ps and Ss
Q2 constant communication. As a teacher sent a group email everyday w/ a couple of lines about a highlight of our day
A2 starts with 1st impressions-be out early to greet! try to make sure do it daily-love my crosswalk duty https://t.co/kdLLMBEA6v
bee it's look cool I'm hopefully getting sphero
I'm so glad you are here friend. It's going to be an amazing year learning together! 😎
By including parents in SBIC and providing a variety of parent engagement activities at different times if the day. Survey parents
A2: take time to get to know one another. Ask real questions and share of yourself.
A2: By being present, being a good listener and truly caring for their families and not just the student https://t.co/OcOUaLUyvz
A2: Via social media, a smile and saying "Buenos dias" every morning.
A2: Honestly, transparency, communication, listening....repeat (add love, respect, trust as mush as possible)
and have been playing around with it as well here in our district
A2: I'm nervous since this will be my first year in ancillary, but I hope to still build connections with PS through social media!
Weekly Newsletters, Twitter, Parent Workshops and Clinics,& Home Visits. Communication is key with our little guys
like the phrase trend the positive. Culture is so imporant
A2. I am transparent with them. I have meaningful conversations. I don't rush them, I listen and I am attentive.
worked to do this last year & can't wait to make a way for families to connect with staff https://t.co/E8HVfD3MGM
A2: I use social media to make the walls of our school transparent. It helps parents feel connected and stay informed.
A2: 💪 relationships begin w/safe, caring, &trusting environ. Keeping Ps informed:twitter, newsletters, etc https://t.co/QB0MZyFVIi
My mentor!!! Thank you for joining in for the learning w 😊😘 https://t.co/uz0XaNHJVB
Hello
Susie from North Texas Early Childhood School. Ready to learn and ready for the year!
A2 clear expectations, open lines of communication- honesty. Use of and have helped reach ALL parents
Welcome to -glad you are here!
Q2 most students are white, but with a decent group of east indian and somali kids. I connect by working with dif cultural norms
A2: I don't have Ps since I work with Ts but many campuses use Class Dojo. It aligns well with PBIS initiatives. FB and Twitter too
Yes and its 60 mins long!
Yes https://t.co/2LJI8FpvNw
A2 starts on day 1 being available willing to communicate, trend the positive for our schools, spend time with Ps and Ss
I use for digital portfolio and documentation- awesome and kids can do independently
is coding part of your curric already or as an extra-curric type of program?
Q2: getting Ss and Ps excited by giving info, hands-on activities, & multiple communication outlets
A2 being available, listening, connecting F2F, communicate, communicate, communicate, and celebrate student learning
I just realized you are a bilingual teacher! Are you on TPT?
Q2 - intentionally greeting EACH child EACH day and also reflecting in closing circle everyday
A2: I think it's so important for you to let the parents get to know you. I love a welcome letter of with of your favorite things
Yes!! https://t.co/cnydq7GDJA
A2: Honestly, transparency, communication, listening....repeat (add love, respect, trust as mush as possible)
I agree! Sharing of yourself as a T is one of the strongest forms of community building between Ts, Ss, and Ps!
Ryan-so critical and important especially with our youngest learners and families! https://t.co/HUE6CFVoR7
A2: Honestly, transparency, communication, listening....repeat (add love, respect, trust as mush as possible)
A1. I am excited to have a classroom space with alternative/ flexible seating. Excited for my Ss to demonstrate choice.
60 mins by popular demand!
A2 lucky that we have home visit program that connects staff with families outside of school
A2 Get to know your families, their needs, & interests with a Get to Know You act Then keep connected by using &
A2) build a classroom family, daily (2x) class mtings & have REAL conversations face2face & online. https://t.co/SAeBgkyGiu
Q2. Relationships built by ! My goal every year is to get more parents signed up!
I am going to share student portfolios with parents using Seesaw and add in a little global blogging as well
Send survey to parents asking questions about their child (siblings? likes/dislikes, etc)...after all we are a team!
You must connect with she is on a similar campus. https://t.co/mMHcSbIGKS
Melissa here, popping in - principal of a PK-3 building
I couldn't agree more! Celebrating student learning is the best part of our job
A2: Still thinking about the ways I will do this as a T but I'm looking at mentor teacher ideas
A2: I try to reach each parent during week 1-3. I also use class messenger which was an amazing tool to engage Ss and Ps.
A2. Service. I try to get out in the community and volunteer so families see me out of the school and in 'real life'.
Tell me about your campus.
yes! Was so impressed how easily kinders could navigate and reflect on their work.
love the name of your blog. Will check it out.
Lauren from joining in late! 😊👍🏻
Do u use an online platform to communicate with ur Ss and Parents? My Ss used Google Classroom this year
Q2: will use Instagram to share /publish student work
I use my blog, seesaw and email to build connection. Have Ps join Ss the first day as a warm up for K, helps everyone feel 😀
yes! find that our older kids & families need that connection just as much
k-2 school about 600 kiddos
I agree That is my favorite thing to do as a principal Seeing kids excited about what they are learning in classrooms
We are here for you! https://t.co/JLCAPnHh1P
awesome! My experiences have been with K-5, EC is going to be new for me.
A2 Day 1 before bell rings greet each student individually when lined up: intro myself, & ask their name https://t.co/pbsLYaA5gT
that's great! I also do home visits to show parents and the community that we will reach you wherever you may be!
I love seeing so many people using to connect & build relationships with Ps.
A1: Too many to count Reading Strategies book book Defense of Read Aloud
A2. Build student relationships thru ideas in Learn Like a Pirate by , engage, empower, empathy
Welcome to Looking forward to learning alongside of you.
A2: I think positive parent phone calls home are awesome. Ss and Ps both love and appreciate the messages
A2: I built relationships by letting my classroom parents know we are a family. Build trust and constant communication! ❤️
A2 - By genuinely listening to them. Offer guidance and praise! Follow up!
many of out teacher do use Google Classroom. We just moved to 1:1 with tablets and Chromebooks. Very Powerful
I use to connect with them and our own family portal in sch other times a written note
Ben you rock! TY for joining in! Tonight feels like a reunion ; ) & in the house!
A2 when I taught kinder I loved my 1st week of 1 on 1 assessments & family meetings-huge way to connect B4 whole class meets
A2- When opening the doors, make each parent and child feel like you have opened it just for them! Smile, listen, care.
Thank you!! Teaching has always been my dream, so cloud9 seemed to be a perfect name! The blog is a work in progress
Thanks Abe-this looks AWESOME!
https://t.co/QiehIx5rwJ
Definitely! Greeting students at the door every morning really assists in building those relationships!
I wanna know more about this.
A2 love the ideas, I want to add parents to Remind as well as SeeSaw
Do you have a specific survey that you use that you can share?
Hey thanks! stoked to be here & learn from amazing https://t.co/j1sy9Y8CkC
Ben you rock! TY for joining in! Tonight feels like a reunion ; ) & in the house!
A2: be fun. Co cool stuff. Make the room theirs. Be aware. Care.
A2- this year having them bring a nature treasure first day and sharing our stories together
Strong relationships start with communication, trust, and respect. Listen and respond with patience. https://t.co/9QKCBkE4bE
Yes, I know I've purchased things from your page in the past! https://t.co/3UYtIuD1qy
I just realized you are a bilingual teacher! Are you on TPT?
A3: I communicate with parents as much as I can that their child is safe, loved and having fun learning at school.
I think its valuable no matter time of year-we have Ts space it out throughout the year https://t.co/bGaToboeGR
absolutely our middle school and high school have a program going, just have to work out logistics!
Oh - nature treasure sounds great!
A3 build relationships! It's the key tintype whole year.
A2 Communication is key to strong relationships between home and school.
Following up with parents is so important!! https://t.co/PjHqYxMYPH
A2 - By genuinely listening to them. Offer guidance and praise! Follow up!
Showing love to the kids & families placed in my care this year, by sharing my story & listening to theirs. https://t.co/K72WmMyzSg
That looks so cool. Are they easy to make and use?
Q#2 don't be judgemental and be understanding. Be available for them n take time to really know them
I do this too. It helps Ps feel apart of the classroom culture. https://t.co/Mit7lKPHGg
Send survey to parents asking questions about their child (siblings? likes/dislikes, etc)...after all we are a team!
1. Create a safe environment 2. Procedures, procedures, procedures (x1000) until class runs like clockwork https://t.co/lRMh5IdFRj
Love me some Melissa and some Nancy! :)
I love this! It's not just saying it, but our actions should show this love and community! ❤️ https://t.co/LUMmQsM29G
A3: let Ss know I love them and families know I care about them. Build that trust.
A3: Create a warm, loving, and SAFE environment for Ss to be themselves, and feel comfortable learning and making mistakes.
A3: Establishing and building relationships, building trust, and igniting a LOVE of reading!
A positive contact w/ parents at the beginning of school is key!
A3 Know every S by name, take time to build relationships and get to know Ss personally
Hi Melissa. So great to reconnect on How have you been?
A3. 1st year starting the school yr w/students, so it's going to be organization
same here has been great in communicating with Ps and Ss
This is huge! https://t.co/773ltDr55Q
A3: Establishing and building relationships, building trust, and igniting a LOVE of reading!
is on 💥 I can hardly keep up!
I guess! I'll investigate tomorrow because I just learned this here! 😜 https://t.co/U0IDs968xp
That looks so cool. Are they easy to make and use?
Greet parents and kids at the door everyday with a smile.
A3. Spend time getting to KNOW my Ss. Their likes/dislikes, their strengths & areas for improvement. I want to engage Ps.
A2 Also Keep students excited about learning and communicate meaningful learning opportunities with parents they can do at home
A3: be available for the parents & students. Make sure they know who they can turn to if ?'s arise. https://t.co/QZiLRBpbSi
A3: begin forming relationships with Ss/parents, teach and model rituals/procedures and teach community!
A3: GOAL SETTING!!! I always have Ss write their own goals each month. Makes them more accountable when they get to write them!
Hello all! Greg- K, MD. Glad to join in the fun, even if a bit late. Hope all are well and enjoying summer.
A3: I will visit each classroom once a day every day.
A3) Get to know kids, happy and safe learning environment and PROCEDURES!
That is my plan too! You can't run the school from behind your desk. https://t.co/IAHZ4VXGOX
A3: I will visit each classroom once a day every day.
A3. Spend more time on the front end building staff relationships and community within the school.
A3: Checking in w/principals & Ts to see what support they need, especially those wanting to implement tech in their classrooms.
Love is a critical word! Profound results! https://t.co/Fr7iVKYF6D
A3: Establishing and building relationships, building trust, and igniting a LOVE of reading!
A3 build relationships w/ Ts and Ss and Ps. Being the new principal it will be all about the relationships in the beginning.
Trust us ever so important!
A3. Focusing start of year on learning about kids: their interests, families, home life & setting example of a loving, safe space
Great points Danielle-always important to remember. https://t.co/iaotj1ap7v
A3. Spend time getting to KNOW my Ss. Their likes/dislikes, their strengths & areas for improvement. I want to engage Ps.
A3: Build relationships, constant communication, and home based family projects!
yes!! This should be #1 IMO!!!
That is huge! It keeps them focused and moving in the right direction. https://t.co/VQX1t9U1rI
A3: GOAL SETTING!!! I always have Ss write their own goals each month. Makes them more accountable when they get to write them!
RT Q3 What is the most critical thing you do at the start of the school year to ensure success? https://t.co/bvDRdVC6Zj
First two weeks can make or break the school year. Routines and expectations are vital for success. https://t.co/jCe8OUA8N1
A3) Get to know kids, happy and safe learning environment and PROCEDURES!
I am totally the same way-and was the parent of a crier at one time :) relationships matter so much
A3: I also believe in starting routines from the start to allow students to feel safe in a predictable environment from the get go!
a3-build relationships,vestablish routines, provide calm and caring enviro, reach out with survey and parent night,
The power of being intentional! https://t.co/FnN2xiujdP
A3. Spend time getting to KNOW my Ss. Their likes/dislikes, their strengths & areas for improvement. I want to engage Ps.
A3 be visible- to kids, teachers and families. And be ready to listen and learn
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