#1stchat Archive

Weekly chat for excited 1st grade teachers who love to learn and share ideas. Participants are interested in a variety of topics including literacy, math, technology, play, inquiry, and being the best educators they can be!
Sunday July 30, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Hello, everyone! It's time for #1stchat. I'm Leka from Iowa happy to have a guest moderator @mflicek1 tonight.
  • participatechat Jul 30 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #1stchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/xmtSVUpf3s
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Hello #1stchat friends! Great to have you here tonight to talk about The Innovator's Mindset!
  • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Hi friends, Traci from KS here. Happy Sunday 😀 #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    I'm Michelle from Wisconsin! How was everyone's weekend? #1stchat
  • Kinnerswinners Jul 30 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Hi ! Checking in From Colorado #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Hi, Traci! My check is on its way!! #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Hi I am Terry, and so happy to make it tonight. I'll be teaching 2nd gr in Florida this yr. #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Hi Traci! How are you? #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • cdmom Jul 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    #1stchat Hi Everyone, Claire here from sunny Vermont!
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi, Kristin! Great to see you! #1stchat
    In reply to @Kinnerswinners
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Yay, Terry! #1stchat
    In reply to @FirstAtBat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi, Claire! how are you tonight? #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom
  • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Doing good, summers almost over😢😢#1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi Kristin! Glad to have you here! #1stchat
    In reply to @Kinnerswinners
  • gworkh Jul 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hello from Genia in Peoria, Illinois! #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    It was a great weekend, wasn't it? We had sunny, 80's and were camping. #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom
  • ShannonDescamps Jul 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi! Shannon from Fraser, MI. Excited to be here! #1stchat
  • 1stgradeMrsS118 Jul 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi, #1stchat! I'm Stephanie from PA.
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    @Woods1stgrade my first day is Tuesday #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @mflicek1, @Woods1stgrade
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi Genia! Glad you are here! #1stchat
    In reply to @gworkh
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hello! #1stchat
    In reply to @gworkh
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi, Shannon! Great to see you! #1stchat
    In reply to @ShannonDescamps
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Oh, my!!! That's coming quickly! #1stchat
    In reply to @FirstAtBat, @Woods1stgrade
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Hi, Stephanie! Glad you are here! #1stchat
    In reply to @1stgradeMrsS118
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Hi Shannon! #1stchat
    In reply to @ShannonDescamps
  • tracey_bleakley Jul 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Hi everyone! Tracey here from Texas #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    How are you Genia? #1stchat
    In reply to @gworkh
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Tonight @mflicek1 is posting questions. Please answer with A1, A2 and the hashtag #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    How are you Tracey? #1stchat
    In reply to @tracey_bleakley
  • ShannonDescamps Jul 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Happy to see you :-) ! #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • massignmenthelp Jul 30 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Tips for Living with Roommate in College Life https://t.co/hcwv4xiJ7l #1stchat #21stedchat #apchat #edchatri
  • AssignmentHelpN Jul 30 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    A Writer’s Guide to Difference Between Editing and Proofreading https://t.co/wq0uN2NDPQ #1stchat #21stedchat #apchat #edchatri
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Hi, Tracey! Great to see you! #1stchat
    In reply to @tracey_bleakley
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Glad to see so many people here tonight! I will post the first question soon! We are focusing on chapt 8,9,10 #1stchat
  • allaidlaw Jul 30 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Hello friends! Happy Sunday! #1stchat
  • dubioseducator Jul 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Hello #1stchat Faige retired kinder teacher in LA. school still out here. Look forward to subbing when school starts
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Hi, Amy! How are you tonight? #1stchat
    In reply to @allaidlaw
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Let's get started! Q1:Do you have any thoughts for one thing you might do differently this year? #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Hi, Faige! Great to see you! #1stchat
    In reply to @dubioseducator
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Q1 #1stchat
    • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
      Let's get started! Q1:Do you have any thoughts for one thing you might do differently this year? #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Hello Faige! Great to "see" you! #1stchat
    In reply to @dubioseducator
  • dubioseducator Jul 30 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Can you tell me what book you've been reading? #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Hello Amy! Glad to add you to my PLN! #1stchat
    In reply to @allaidlaw
  • Kinnerswinners Jul 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    We are going to focus on a growth mindset in our morning meetings #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Aug. 8 #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: I find myself wanting to improve and go deeper with things in place. I'm open to new ideas, but none have come to me yet. #1stchat
  • globalmathtask Jul 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Sign up to share & tweet mathtask w other classes around the world next year! https://t.co/fK5tbrqUna #1stchat #elemmathchat #MTBOS #edtech
  • GtanakaTanaka Jul 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Georgina from SoCal, joining for a little bit #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    "The Innovator's Mindset" by @gcouros #1stchat
    In reply to @dubioseducator, @gcouros
  • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: I've made a new plan sheet for class mtgs , to be very intentional #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1:I really want to empower my Ss more this year to take ownership in their learning #1stchat
  • smalchow Jul 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Hi All! Sara from WI joining in! Sorry I'm late- just home from our cabin.... finallly! LOL #1stchat
  • dubioseducator Jul 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Had a wonderful summer so far. Daughter & grandkids here for 6 weeks. Beach time, exploring LA & kids at sleep away camp. #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • GtanakaTanaka Jul 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: I want to work on conferring w/my Ss. I have a mentor & this is a #goal #1stchat
  • cdmom Jul 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    #1stchat A1 This year I want 2 walk the halls with the idea that all Ss R my Ss Also I want to share share share with others more often.
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1 more blended learning in place to reach all students & free up my time to focus more on individual needs. #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    That was a huge thing that I did last year and want to continue. Helped my Ss a lot #1stchat
    In reply to @Kinnerswinners
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Sounds amazing!! Family time is so important! #1stchat
    In reply to @dubioseducator
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Hi, Georgina! Great to see you! #1stchat
    In reply to @GtanakaTanaka
  • 1stgradeMrsS118 Jul 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: I'd like to give my Ss more opportunities to connect with other cultures. Maybe Twitter penpals. #1stchat
  • cdmom Jul 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    #1stchat Yes Michelle, I want to "empower" my Ss more this year too. Love this
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Hey Sara! Glad you are here! Are you attending SITA this week? I'm presenting twice on Thursday. #1stchat
    In reply to @smalchow
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Can you elaborate? #1stchat
  • dubioseducator Jul 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 I'd like to see how to implement some of the ideas in #innovatorsmindset as a sub. #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    On my list also! Want to use @seesaw to create more flipped learning experiences. #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot, @Seesaw
  • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    If you'd like to mystery skype all 50 states this year, here's a link to sign up. #1stchat it's a great activity https://t.co/4qxY1b3G6Q
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    We still have one more month before Ss start. But got a lot of ideas are going through my mind for the next school year! #1stchat
    In reply to @GtanakaTanaka
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    I have been reading a book called Teach Like Finland and it talked about this autonomy a lot. Got to get better w this #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom
  • smalchow Jul 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Hi there! I will be in and out.... I have a few dr's appts to go to and hubby is working 2 of the days. :-) #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • Kinnerswinners Jul 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    This sounds great! Are you an ambassador for Seesaw? #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1, @lekadegroot, @Seesaw
  • ShannonDescamps Jul 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1- My changes were decided for me- moving to 4th grade. I look forward to teaching rdg & doing Daily 5. I will still do #1stchat !
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Considered @seesaw but going with @Classkick instead. Let me know if you want to explore. #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1, @Seesaw, @Classkick
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Thank you for reposting that! I wanted to sign up earlier, but was on my phone #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • aakifer Jul 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1: I will focus more on classroom community at the beginning of the year! #1stchat
  • KymmGriffin Jul 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    #1stchat A1: more parent communication using Gsites and Class Dojo. Overall, more laughter!
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Q2:What is a strength of yours that you could share with others? #1stchat
  • cdmom Jul 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    #1stchat What R you thinking of doing with flipped learning? I'd like to hear some ideas. I'm always looking for a change.
    In reply to @mflicek1, @lekadegroot, @Seesaw
  • dubioseducator Jul 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Looking at #geniushour as a conduit for St empowerment & autonomy #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1, @cdmom
  • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    it just has the 4 parts of a mtg. greeting-share-activity-message and I"m making sure I have it all planned, I wing it a lot #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Big buzz on @flipgrid curious to know how everyone will incorporate it! #1stchat
    • GtanakaTanaka Jul 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
      Yes, I'm excited for my Ss to use @flipgrid.
      In reply to @mflicek1, @lekadegroot, @Seesaw, @flipgrid
  • Kinnerswinners Jul 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    This sounds like a great idea! Ill add my name to it #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Hey, Sara! Welcome back to the wifi world:) LOL #1stchat
    In reply to @smalchow
  • GtanakaTanaka Jul 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    I think it's great for formative assessment, ticket out, explain how you solved the math problem/thinking. So much!! #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot, @flipgrid
  • ShannonDescamps Jul 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    I is on my list of stuff to look into! #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot, @flipgrid
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    @responsiveclass goodness:) LOVE! #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @responsiveclass
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    For sure during independent reading times, word work. Want to do my words their way like this so I can differentiate more #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom, @lekadegroot, @Seesaw
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Good luck with the move. Have you taught 4th before? #1stchat
    In reply to @ShannonDescamps
  • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: I feel like I"m good at adding global collaboration to my lessons so Ss are sharing with other Ss and not just me #1stchat
  • Kinnerswinners Jul 30 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2ive done work with design thinking using LAUNCH and will be facilitating a cohort on DT this year #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Too many great first grade teachers have moved to 4th!! Glad to hear you will still visit us though:) #1stchat
    • ShannonDescamps Jul 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
      A1- My changes were decided for me- moving to 4th grade. I look forward to teaching rdg & doing Daily 5. I will still do #1stchat !
  • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    I want us to get some #1stchat collaboration with the Ss on flipgrid, book responses, science experiments, etc.
    In reply to @lekadegroot, @flipgrid
  • ShannonDescamps Jul 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Nope! 15 years in 1st grade.... a little nervous #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Love that! #1stchat We use the Engineering Design Process a lot at my school.
    In reply to @Kinnerswinners
  • AmyHunter920 Jul 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2- room set up, flexible seating #1stchat
  • kent_pal2 Jul 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    If you talk about " #1stchat " Anonymous chat channel (free) https://t.co/3kkIvA6LKx
  • mrsbetsyannie Jul 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2, I'm good at PBLs and making rubrics. This is only my second year though so I'm probably not an Expert. LOL. I'm good with TECH! #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    More meaningful word work is on my list also. We have to chat! #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1, @cdmom, @Seesaw
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    What does @classkick offer? #1stchat
  • smalchow Jul 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: Want to continue to share meaningful tech integration to enhance learning, not just tech for the sake of tech! #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: was able to attend a global summit this summer for @SMART_Tech, so I'm hoping to share my love for SMART with others #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    I'm in! #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @flipgrid
  • Seesaw Jul 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Lots of free quick online PD coming up in August, #1stchat! We can help you get started with Seesaw! https://t.co/8HCmxr2Dik
    In reply to @Kinnerswinners, @mflicek1, @lekadegroot
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Everything I need to make blended learning happen!! :) #1stchat
    In reply to @FirstAtBat, @Classkick
  • dubioseducator Jul 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 I've become good observer, listener & learner w/adults & sts. subbed in Toddlers up to 2nd grade this past yr. I blog & reflect #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    I am definitely going to try and use it more. I did very little last yr. There are many ideas out there for @flipgrid #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot, @flipgrid, @flipgrid
  • smalchow Jul 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    I LOVE this! Such an important aspect of learning for even our youngest learners! #1stchat
    • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
      A2: I feel like I"m good at adding global collaboration to my lessons so Ss are sharing with other Ss and not just me #1stchat
  • aakifer Jul 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    I'm sure we could somehow make it happen! #1stchat
    In reply to @1stgradeMrsS118
  • cdmom Jul 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    #1stchat A2 creativity and problem solving......I get an idea and then figure out how to implement it, like AR.
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Q3 coming up! #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: Metacognitve strategies, breaking down the walls and getting connected #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Q3:How is technology changing our learning opportunities? #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2 Student voice, choice, passion/interest based learning, global connections, tech integration & coding. I guess I'm not modest:) #1stchat
  • cdmom Jul 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    #1stchat A2 I love picture displays at my school and use our whole school community to make it......like take a picture of yourself reading
  • smalchow Jul 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    I'm so excited 2 hear more about this as you begin 2 implement. I'm going to start exploring Classkick over nxt few days. #1stchat
  • aakifer Jul 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2: Integrating tech within lessons and organization. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    I am figuring out & smoothing out kinks. I will share a new lesson for you to try later. #1stchat
    In reply to @smalchow
  • kent_pal2 Jul 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Talk of " #1stchat " on free chat Chat channel https://t.co/3kkIvA6LKx
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    YOU are great with all of those and so much more! #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • mrsbetsyannie Jul 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3 My students and I have access to more creative ideas that work foe US too! #1stchat
  • smalchow Jul 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: So many opportunities for students to collaborate w/ others and to show what they know. So powerful for our emergent rdrs! #1stchat
  • Kinnerswinners Jul 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: technology is a tool to connect us to the world! We will use it to connect to family as well as other classrooms #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    And you shouldn't be. Add leader, collaboration, purposeful teaching! #1stchat
    • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
      A2 Student voice, choice, passion/interest based learning, global connections, tech integration & coding. I guess I'm not modest:) #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: tech has put everything at our fingertips, we have to teach Ss to question, think, be curious, & publish findings #1stchat
  • dubioseducator Jul 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Interested in hearing what #1stchat PLN is doing
    • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
      Q3:How is technology changing our learning opportunities? #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: I think of the first 10 years of teaching and all the things I couldn't show my Ss and now I can! Global coll, virtual field tr #1stchat
  • tracey_bleakley Jul 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A2 teaching writing, integrating technology in authentic ways, #1stchat
  • smalchow Jul 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: I really think tech helps level playing field when well planned & integrated into curriculum. Powerful for ALL of our learners #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3 Tech has broken down the classroom walls, gave more choices for students learning & creativity. #1stchat
  • gworkh Jul 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    #1stchat A3: Plan to use technology to widen our audience of peers to include students who are not like us!
  • 1stgradeMrsS118 Jul 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A2 My positivity and willingness to try new things. Also coming up with learning experiences that are meaningful and authentic. #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    That's one of my fav things about @seesaw, families know all we do! #1stchat
    In reply to @Kinnerswinners, @Seesaw
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3: We can build so much more, expose so much more. We can teach them things like empathy, culture, geography....like never before. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3 Because of tech I met all of you amazing teachers and got inspired to do what's better for my students! #1stchat
  • tracey_bleakley Jul 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    I completely agree! #1stchat
    In reply to @smalchow
  • Kinnerswinners Jul 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    I just read about taking selfies with kids that share similar interests. Or having a photo booth for first day of school #1stchat
  • cdmom Jul 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    #1stchat A3 Learning Opport. R changing through tech b/c of the connections to others. Audiences are bigger, Ss have more of a purpose now
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Awwww, right back at ya! #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Amen! #1stchat It changed us as educators...we are innovated because of each other.
  • 1stgradeMrsS118 Jul 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3 So many more opportunities to connect with, learn from, and share our innovations with others #1stchat
  • smalchow Jul 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    LOVE that our classrooms can truly be transparent now & that Ps can be so easily informed & part of their child's learning! #1stchat
    • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
      That's one of my fav things about @seesaw, families know all we do! #1stchat
      In reply to @Kinnerswinners, @Seesaw
  • ShannonDescamps Jul 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A2- Building classroom community and i love sharing with others! #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: it really gives Ss an audience for their learning #1stchat
  • aakifer Jul 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Q3: Technology allows us to collaborate globally and work alongside amazing educators worldwide #IronSharpensIron #1stchat
  • allaidlaw Jul 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A2: being open to new ideas...I'll try anything :) #1stchat
  • tracey_bleakley Jul 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    I love using @Seesaw to give families a peek into our classroom! #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1, @Kinnerswinners, @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: Also that I can give Ps instant access to my classroom with tools like @EasyblogDotOrg and @ClassDojo #1stchat
  • smalchow Jul 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Ditto! It seems that I talk more about my online friends lately. Hubby having a hard time knowing who's virtual vs in district! LOL #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    I think of projects like #GRA17 and many others and how they would't be able to happen without tech #1stchat
  • dubioseducator Jul 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    My feeling exactly and I did write about it #1stchat https://t.co/jduEGiouMU
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • allaidlaw Jul 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Seesaw is an amazing tool! #1stchat
    In reply to @tracey_bleakley, @mflicek1, @Kinnerswinners, @Seesaw
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Q4:How are you creating leadership opportunities for your students? #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    LOL. The common problem for husbands of connected educators. They might think we are losing it some times:) #1stchat
    In reply to @smalchow
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    So true! #1stchat
    • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
      I think of projects like #GRA17 and many others and how they would't be able to happen without tech #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4 I try to have "experts" that help, also all Ss have jobs to keep our room running, I want it to be their room and their learning #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Thanks for sharing, Faige! #1stchat
  • cdmom Jul 30 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    #1stchat I love this idea!
    • Kinnerswinners Jul 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
      I just read about taking selfies with kids that share similar interests. Or having a photo booth for first day of school #1stchat
  • aakifer Jul 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Q4: some Ss are "team leads" within their group. Also by allowing them to teach others and share their work electronically #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4: I really want to give my Ss the chance to buddy up more with other classes to be the leaders this year #1stchat
  • smalchow Jul 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    My DH believes I've completely lost it...ALL of the time! His job doesn't have the global opps that we have- hard 4 him 2 fathom #1stchat
    • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
      LOL. The common problem for husbands of connected educators. They might think we are losing it some times:) #1stchat
      In reply to @smalchow
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A4: I think when we give them voice and choice it creates opportunities of leadership. It is almost a natural consequence. #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    That's the best! When I teach one S, they are then the expert! #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    leadership also comes from finding our Ss passions and let them follow those #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    So true! When I take a role of learning WITH my students, anyone can be in front to lead. #1stchat
    • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
      A4: I think when we give them voice and choice it creates opportunities of leadership. It is almost a natural consequence. #1stchat
  • dubioseducator Jul 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4 young children take such pride in their "jobs" Using Responsive Classroom paradigm I've seen Sts take leadership roles #1stchat
  • cdmom Jul 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    #1stchat A4 New this year will put Ss in charge of solving classroom problems...I want there to be more owership within the Ss
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4 Identity Day was so powerful because of this. Everyone shined in their passion area. We refer back to others' passion often. #1stchat
  • ShannonDescamps Jul 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A3 We can learn 24/7. Can rely on PLN whenever we need them!! #1stchat
  • gworkh Jul 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    #1stchat A4: I'm planning to make a major point of encouraging risk taking which I feel will develop leaders!
  • 1stgradeMrsS118 Jul 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4 Giving Ss opportunities to be the expert and teach others. Chances to explore their interests and report on what they learn. #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Yes, that is definitely what Hour of Empower did for my classroom. #1stchat
    • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
      A4 Identity Day was so powerful because of this. Everyone shined in their passion area. We refer back to others' passion often. #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Q5 coming up.... #1stchat
  • tracey_bleakley Jul 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4 Giving them a chance to be experts and help others if they feel ready. Lots of opportunities to share both orally and digitally #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    I will have 2 other adults in my room this fall. I have to make sure we are not solving ss problems right away for them. #1stchat
    • cdmom Jul 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
      #1stchat A4 New this year will put Ss in charge of solving classroom problems...I want there to be more owership within the Ss
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    What time of the year did you do this? #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    November. But I would like to do it earlier in October this year. Thoughts? #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    WOW! 2 other adults? #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    It would be a great way to start with your Passion Hour...what did you call it? #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    I was thinking early would be nice because you can refer back to what passions Ss have. I've got to pick your brain more about this #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Q5:How do we balance mentoring and micromanaging to ensure people feel comfortable to take risks and feel supported? #1stchat
  • dubioseducator Jul 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Right on Leka. Standing back and waiting till you're really needed an important skill #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • cdmom Jul 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    #1stchat Yes Leka, my aide tends to rush right in to solve all problems.....I need to help her to see that the Ss need some leadership too
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    #1stchat Great list. Thanks for sharing! @jschwartzcen
    • jschwartzcen Jul 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT
      Check out my infographic for using flipgrid in the class.
      In reply to @lekadegroot, @flipgrid
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5: I have a lot of new Ts in my building and this one can be tricky #1stchat
  • MrsGadtke Jul 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    This Seesaw webinar is with two 1st grade Ts - Tons of ideas around differentiating spelling, word work #1stchat https://t.co/VWtREmrcPK
    In reply to @mflicek1, @cdmom, @lekadegroot, @Seesaw
  • aakifer Jul 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Q5: all 👀 & 👂 on this one...my teacher heart loves to micromanage 😂 #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5 Share what I believe in and what works the best for me, but leave it up to others to decide what works the best for them. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5 Be available when others need help. #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Great advice! #1stchat
    • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
      A5 Share what I believe in and what works the best for me, but leave it up to others to decide what works the best for them. #1stchat
  • cdmom Jul 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    #1stchat A5 I think it's all about the sharing of ideas.
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Couldn't have said it better myself! #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5: advice I give my Ss, wait to be asked for help, and then don't give answers, give "help" strategies, ideas #1stchat I need to practice
  • KBaumgartner75 Jul 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Please help me earn @flipgrid certification!! Click on the link and respond to my topic. https://t.co/I5qIa8blx3 Thank you!! #1stchat
  • GtanakaTanaka Jul 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A5: I share w/Ts what I'm doing and what happens when it fails. It's a slippery slope b/c I get "But you're techie"🤦🏼‍♀️ #1stchat
  • 1stgradeMrsS118 Jul 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A5 Be positive. Be someone who connects, shares, and listens but don't force your ideas on others. They have to want to do it! #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A5 Also follow up with how things are going for them & offer more support. #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A5: Not a micro-manager. But sometimes because of reactions it is hard to share. I try to share the Ss work, growth, the impact. #1stchat
  • TheBigDealBook Jul 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Happening now: #1stchat #edchat for First Grade educators!
  • dubioseducator Jul 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A5 Observation, walk throughs, listening, really listening without jumping in to manage the situation #1stchat
  • tracey_bleakley Jul 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Yes, and let them know I am happy to share more or help, if they want me to. No pressure.😊 #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • GtanakaTanaka Jul 30 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A5: the best way I shared this year was to do a lesson in another Ts class. She was excited and was eye opening. #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Completed! @flipgrid is so easy! #1stchat
    In reply to @KBaumgartner75, @flipgrid, @flipgrid
  • CDWG_California Jul 30 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    TheBigDealBook: Happening now: #1stchat #edchat for First Grade educators!
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5 I guess I'm always open to what others have to say also. Maintain an equal playing field with colleagues. We all have strengths. #1stchat
  • cdmom Jul 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    #1stchat I'm in the same boat with lots of new Ts this yr. My Plan is to check in with them often as a fly-by-mentor 😀
    • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT
      A5: I have a lot of new Ts in my building and this one can be tricky #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    So many new tech items out there, Q6:What opportunities are provided to “play” with new technology? #1stchat
  • TheBigDealBook Jul 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Good way to view #edtech, from @smalchow #1stchat
    • smalchow Jul 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
      A2: Want to continue to share meaningful tech integration to enhance learning, not just tech for the sake of tech! #1stchat
  • mrsbetsyannie Jul 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5 Focus on what they're doing great, then 1 thing they can improve immediately. Remember that we all walked their 👣 @ some point. #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    I have a new teammate in my grade and she's super positive and willing to try new things, so I think it's going to be great! #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom
  • gworkh Jul 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    #1stChat A5: Focus on their strengths and encourage their endeavors now matter how big or small.
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A6: More "play" at the start of the year, help them learn the tool, see what it can do. It will help later for choice time. #1stchat
  • Kinnerswinners Jul 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A6 i have am app of the werk. To introduce and allow for exploration. May have 2 each week as we begin #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Lucky lady to have you as a teammate/ mentor! #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1, @cdmom
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A6: I learn so much from you #1stchat Ts about new tech! Thanks everyone!
  • TheBigDealBook Jul 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    First day of school activity to encourage connection via @Kinnerswinners #backtoschool #1stchat
    • Kinnerswinners Jul 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
      I just read about taking selfies with kids that share similar interests. Or having a photo booth for first day of school #1stchat
  • mrsbetsyannie Jul 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A6: Here in Utah, online TECH Endorsement classes are great for "playing" with new tech. The rest, I do @ home on my own time. #1stchat
  • dubioseducator Jul 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5 subbing I've walked a fine line but I think its been successful.There are no experts. We're learners https://t.co/0mGNujXU3d #1stchat
  • GtanakaTanaka Jul 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A6: once a month I hold a Techfast,Ts can come play w/new apps and ask questions. Completely voluntary before school. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Great idea! Then Ss can share what they discovered! Have to borrow this idea:) #1stchat
    • Kinnerswinners Jul 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
      A6 i have am app of the werk. To introduce and allow for exploration. May have 2 each week as we begin #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A6: I play on my own, I let Ss play as I'm teaching a new app #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    DEFINITELY! #1stchat Constantly learning!
    In reply to @dubioseducator
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A6: You might mean US not the Ss. I play at home, use grandchildren too. #1stchat
  • mrsbetsyannie Jul 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A6: @ school, I spend the first 2 weeks really drilling the basic tech tools we'll use, then add little by little as year goes on. #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A6: I also look for trainings and other like minded educators to play and brainstorm with #1stchat
  • GtanakaTanaka Jul 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A6: Also share free conferences & edcamps w/ Ts #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Haha! We have all used our family members in experiments... #1stchat
    In reply to @FirstAtBat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A6: I think its so important to allow for "play" when first learning a new tool #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    What are some apps that you start out with? #1stchat
    In reply to @mrsbetsyannie
  • tracey_bleakley Jul 30 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A6 Time to "play" when we learn a new app. Let them see what they can do with it and how they might use it later #1stchat
  • GtanakaTanaka Jul 30 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    It is! Sometimes we focus on 1 or 2 apps or just let them play. #1stchat
    In reply to @gworkh, @StefaniePitzer, @mandyeellis
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A6: really cut back last year with the number of apps we used and that helps use them more purposefully #1stchat
  • mrsbetsyannie Jul 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Yes! First thing I do with a new "toy" is explore and play with it. Then, look up how to do other stuff with it on Dr. Google #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Last question of the night coming up... And its a dosey! #1stchat
  • ShannonDescamps Jul 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    yes! Each year, I try to streamline more #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • gworkh Jul 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    #1stchat A6: Let the kids play and then teach me! They love it!
  • Kinnerswinners Jul 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    We will use seesaw and DoodleBuddy , then book creator, epic! And ChatterKid #1stchat
  • kent_pal2 Jul 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Let's chat with the theme of #1stchat Chat channel　[free] https://t.co/3kkIvA6LKx
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    We have a lot on our plates.... Q7:How do we decide what is most important to focus on? #1stchat
  • tracey_bleakley Jul 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Me too! Always making my kids try things before I try them with my class. #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot, @FirstAtBat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    All great apps! #1stchat
  • smalchow Jul 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    I agree! I think I was down to 10 main apps. Amazing what they can do when the apps are purposeful & not overwhelming in number #1stchat
    • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT
      A6: really cut back last year with the number of apps we used and that helps use them more purposefully #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Great apps! #1stchat
    In reply to @Kinnerswinners
  • smalchow Jul 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Eeeks... you're right- that's a doosey! Sitting back & listening as I need the answers for this one #1stchat
    • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
      We have a lot on our plates.... Q7:How do we decide what is most important to focus on? #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    So true! All I need is @PicCollage and @EasyblogDotOrg for creation... We use a few others, but easier to have less apps. #1stchat
    • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT
      A6: really cut back last year with the number of apps we used and that helps use them more purposefully #1stchat
  • dubioseducator Jul 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    You did say it was a "Dooley" #1stchat A quick thought. Get to know your kids and follow your heart. #1stchat
    • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
      We have a lot on our plates.... Q7:How do we decide what is most important to focus on? #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A7 What my students need to be successful!!! #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A7: I focus on Ss needs, not just academic, what do they need from me today? #1stchat being 100% present
  • cdmom Jul 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    #1stchat It's all about the kids.....What are the needs in my class THIS year? It's where I get my focus......KIDS KIDS KIDS
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Bingo! #1stchat
    • Woods1stgrade Jul 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT
      A7: I focus on Ss needs, not just academic, what do they need from me today? #1stchat being 100% present
  • aakifer Jul 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A7: I think it all depends on your Ss...having lors of student data is important to figure out what is moat important. #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jul 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A7: Ask yourself why? (@lekadegroot always reminds me) What impact do I want? What will take ALL of them further? #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A7: looking at our Ss that we have THIS YEAR and see what they need. #1stchat
  • smalchow Jul 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Actually, I just googled it... it's spelled doozy! So much for WI phonics! LOL #1stchat
    • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT
      So doosey does have 2 o's, lol!!
      In reply to @smalchow
  • Kinnerswinners Jul 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A7 it is most important to focus on connections, then students goals #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    YEP! #1stchat
    In reply to @dubioseducator
  • TeachinTexas Jul 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A7: I definitely think we need to focus on a small amount of apps! Which apps are multipurpose?? @buncee has SO many possible uses! #1stchat
  • gworkh Jul 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    #1stchat A7: My focus for the year!! Why?? Is this going to help the kids? Or am I just doing it because it looks cool on Pinterest?
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jul 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Love! LOL:) That was my #OneWord last year! #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    LOL!! Well now we both know and we learned something new today! #1stchat
    In reply to @smalchow
  • dubioseducator Jul 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Of course that should have been doozy #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • cdmom Jul 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    #1stchat Yes Sara 10 apps are more manageable. I used to think more is better. It's not when there are so many......
    In reply to @smalchow
  • mflicek1 Jul 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    LOL! So true! #1stchat
    In reply to @gworkh
  • 1stgradeMrsS118 Jul 30 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    For me it's needs and interests of the kids! #1stchat