#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 September 12, 2017
9:30 PM EDT
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Welcome to the 1st
#ECEchat
of the 17-18 school year! We are so glad you are here! Share your name, where you're from & what you do.
participatechat
Sep 12 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
#ECEchat
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/6XPgtFZs78
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Kelly McKee from Lawson Early Childhood School in McKinney, Texas, where everything is
#lawsome
!
#ecechat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:31 PM EDT
YOU are the first one here!!!!
#ECEchat
; )
In reply to @SeaLionLibrary
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Greetings
#ECEchat
tribe! Jessica-Principal at
#WoodsonK
. I love leading and learning at the happiest place in SE Minnesota!
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Hi
#ECEchat
friends! I’m an
#EarlyEd
District Administrator in North Texas; passionate about all things leadership,
#PreK
&
#CodingInPk
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Good evening
#ECEchat
PLN! Nancy -Principal of Celina Primary School in N. TX. I am passionate about
#STEAMinECE
&
#EarlyEd
cslavin87
Sep 12 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Hi! I am from Austin, TX (work in Round Rock), my first year in Pre-K after teaching 1st for 6 yrs!
#ECEchat
MrsRobinsPKSpEd
Sep 12 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Christina here! SPED TL in Plano. First year outside the classroom. Let's chat
#ECEchat
#joyfulbeginnings
andreabuch6
Sep 12 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Hi, my name is Andrea Buchmann and I'm a preservice teacher from the University of Oklahoma
#ECEchat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Welcome to
#ECEchat
Carolyn.
In reply to @cslavin87
TeachDB17
Sep 12 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Danielle, eternal K tchr, & current Professional Learning Director in AZ, supporting teachers K-12 as they advance their practice.
#ecechat
mrdkinderteach
Sep 12 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Sean from Woodson Kindergarten Center, I teach Kindergarten at the happiest place in SE Minnesota
#ecechat
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Hi guys! Rachel here. EC specialist at region 12 esc! Excited to learn and connect!
#ecechat
katyphinney
Sep 12 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Katy from North TX, PreK Program Specialist... so glad
#ecechat
is back! I MISSED YOU ALL!
RSwd53
Sep 12 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Robin from Celina Primary School in Celina Tx. I teach Kindergarten
#ECEchat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Remember to include the hashtag
#ECEchat
so everyone can follow along.
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:32 PM EDT
#ECEchat
is in a Q/A format with Q1, Q2, etc. Mark responses w/ A1, A2, A3,...etc
KC_SEASportsFan
Sep 12 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Brett, Lamar, Mo., aspiring teacher
#ECEChat
kfidelack
Sep 12 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Hi everyone! I'm Kara, a 2nd yr Pre-K teacher in Saskatchewan, Canada.
#ecechat
_rrgar
Sep 12 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Hello all! This is Rosemary. Principal of
@bonhamsmcisd
from San Marcos, Texas.
#ecechat
KLCseedtotree
Sep 12 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Kendra from McKinney Tx Head Start T
#ecechat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Welcome to the 1st
#ECEchat
of the 17-18 school year! We are so glad you are here! Share your name, where you're from & what you do.
TeachEllwood
Sep 12 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Hi my name is Caroline Ellwood. I am currently a student at the University of Oklahoma wanting to become a kindergarten teacher!
#ECEchat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Hi Danielle! I’m so glad to see you tonight! How have you been??
#ECEchat
In reply to @TeachDB17
kimperclefarias
Sep 12 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Kim, 2nd grade in Richardson ISD...excited to be back among my favorite PLN
#ECEchat
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Yay! Hello my friend
#ecechat
In reply to @MrsRobinsPKSpEd
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Hi Kendra!!! Welcome to
#ECEchat
In reply to @KLCseedtotree
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:33 PM EDT
We’re so excited about kicking off
#ECEchat
for the new school year! Tonight's chat is about Joyful Beginnings! Let’s get started!
cassie_leathers
Sep 12 @ 9:33 PM EDT
So happy to be back! Cassie - K Teacher @ Woodson Kindergaten Center
#ECEchat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Welcome back to
#ECEchat
How’s the start of the year been so far?
MarissaEby
Sep 12 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Hey everyone! Marissa from Richardson ISD
#prek
teacher
#ECEchat
vickyfarias7716
Sep 12 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Hiii - Vicky from Richardson- PreK teacher
#ecechat
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 9:33 PM EDT
David from SPAM Town USA; I teach 5th grade Math/Science
#ecechat
cslavin87
Sep 12 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Glad to see some preservice teachers! Getting some great info from colleagues :)
#ECEchat
Kmegan_gapinski
Sep 12 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Megan Gapinski, Iowa , K teacher
#ECEchat
kimperclefarias
Sep 12 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Kim, 2nd grade in Richardson, TX...excited to be back among my favorite PLN
#ECEchat
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Q1 Coming up in 1 minute
#ECEchat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Katy!!! My compadre! Welcome to
#ECEchat
In reply to @katyphinney
KC_SEASportsFan
Sep 12 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Working my fourth notebook of notes since first of last year
#ECEChat
cslavin87
Sep 12 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Glad to see some preservice teachers! Getting some great info from colleagues :)
#ECEchat
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Anna, Nature Preschool Teacher in Prior Lake, MN. Excited
#ECEChat
is back!
GKDada1
Sep 12 @ 9:35 PM EDT
#ECEChat
right?!😘
In reply to @techwnancy
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Hi Brett! Welcome back!
#ECEchat
In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan
katyphinney
Sep 12 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Wahoo
#RISDprek
is here!
#ecechat
MarissaEby
Sep 12 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Hey everyone! Marissa from Richardson ISD
#prek
teacher
#ECEchat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Q1: What has been one of your favorite memories so far this year?
#ECEchat
_rrgar
Sep 12 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Great beginning of the year! ❤️ getting to know all our new learners!
#ecechat
MrsRobinsPKSpEd
Sep 12 @ 9:36 PM EDT
This year is very different. My "students" are MUCH taller! Enjoying connecting with my staff &a helping where I can
#ECEchat
educabramson
Sep 12 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Hi my name is Kiera and I am a pre-service teacher
@IUBloomington
excited to be here!
#ECEchat
katyphinney
Sep 12 @ 9:36 PM EDT
That makes 2
#RISDprek
teachers!
#ecechat
vickyfarias7716
Sep 12 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Hiii - Vicky from Richardson- PreK teacher
#ecechat
KC_SEASportsFan
Sep 12 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Thanks!! Great to talk to you all again!
#ECEchat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Hi Brett! Welcome back!
#ECEchat
In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan
AmyLearn
Sep 12 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Excited to connect with awesome ece peeps! Amy Learn, Innovation coach/GT Austin, MN
#ecechat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Welcome to
#ECEchat
Rosemary. I’m so glad you could join the conversation tonight!
In reply to @_rrgar, @bonhamsmcisd
byron_gilliland
Sep 12 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Byron Gilliland 1st grade teacher STEM Facilitator Winona MN- Excited to hear from others who are excited about Ss
#ECEchat
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Welcome and BOOMER!
#ecechat
In reply to @TeachEllwood
kfidelack
Sep 12 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A1: Getting to meet all of our new (and returning) families and students at home visits last week. I truly love those days.
#ecechat
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A1. Students have been quick to embrace outdoor learning. Asking Qs, wondering aloud, listening to what peers have to say.
#ecechat
andreabuch6
Sep 12 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A1) I have been in a first grade classroom and I have loved getting to know the children so far!
#ECEchat
KLCseedtotree
Sep 12 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A1 that
@Seesaw
had parents communicating with me before school started!
#ecechat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Q1: What has been one of your favorite memories so far this year?
#ECEchat
lifezcurious
Sep 12 @ 9:37 PM EDT
#ECEchat
Hello from Dodge City, Ks. I am an Education/Disability Specialist with our Early Childhood Center.
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1 Spending the 1st day of school
@LJJacksonECC
& then vising every
@LewisvilleISD
#PreK
teacher w/in the first 2 wks of school.
#ECEchat
_rrgar
Sep 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1. One of the kids told me at lunch with surprise- "Hey - you're the one that read to us!"
#ecechat
TeachEllwood
Sep 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Thank you I am excited to join this chat and SOONER!
#ecechat
In reply to @rpageou
mrdkinderteach
Sep 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1: Seeing those smiling, eager to learn, happy faces every morning. And, all the hugs!!!
#ecechat
CrystalPepperK
Sep 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Excited for my first year at Woodson Kindergarten Center in Austin, MN! Hope you are all enjoying your year so far!
#ECECHAT
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Welcome Liz! So glad you are joining
#ecechat
tonight.
In reply to @dearnora
MarissaEby
Sep 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Creating the handprint contract! One of my students didn't want his hand painted so we traced his hand to include him!
#ECEchat
karenweirsmith
Sep 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Karen Smith: Principal at Carver Elem School - Bryan Co, GA
#ECEchat
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Here's one of my favorite conversations I've overheard so far
https://t.co/ZbJBwtz2UP
#ECEChat
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A1. Students have been quick to embrace outdoor learning. Asking Qs, wondering aloud, listening to what peers have to say.
#ecechat
TeachDB17
Sep 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1. Visiting the school I left, and seeing my past kiddos! It was great to see how much they have grown.
#ecechat
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1 I loved the first day of Library on the Go yesterday. Checked out 59 books to parents on the curb!
#ECEchat
#lawsome
MrsRobinsPKSpEd
Sep 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1: Hearing kids talk about their amygdalas and hippocampus. Quite hilarious. Right
@Liza_Akerley
?
#ECEchat
@momentous
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:39 PM EDT
Our first all school assembly. Seeing 390 Kindergarten Ss in one space is incredible!
#ECECHAT
educabramson
Sep 12 @ 9:39 PM EDT
A1. My favorite memory of this year has been being placed in a 1st grade field experience class!
#ecechat
TeachDB17
Sep 12 @ 9:39 PM EDT
Hi! I am doing well! I am loving this chat topic! I hope all is well with you too!
#ecechat
In reply to @VealHeidi
Kmegan_gapinski
Sep 12 @ 9:39 PM EDT
A1 "I love this place!"-quote from S ❤️ Pos feedback from families on Bloomz
#ECEchat
KC_SEASportsFan
Sep 12 @ 9:39 PM EDT
Will probably be mine tbh ☺️☺️☺️☺️
#ECEchat
mrdkinderteach
Sep 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1: Seeing those smiling, eager to learn, happy faces every morning. And, all the hugs!!!
#ecechat
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 9:39 PM EDT
A1: My first year time not on a school campus but I've loved visiting pk's and helping t's get off to a good start!
#ecechat
vickyfarias7716
Sep 12 @ 9:39 PM EDT
A1 experiencing the excitement w my Ss when they realize they can do something they thought they couldn't & laughing so much w them
#ecechat
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:40 PM EDT
RT Q1: What has been one of your favorite memories so far this year?
#ECEchat
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A1 playing games with Ss and supporting the transition into 'secondary' school; 5th grade is like K all over again :)
#ecechat
TeachEllwood
Sep 12 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A1) Getting the opportunity to teach in a first grade classroom and work with all the students. They are a great group.
#ECEchat
CrystalPepperK
Sep 12 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A1: Developing relationships with my students and creating a positive classroom climate.
#ECECHAT
MrsRobinsPKSpEd
Sep 12 @ 9:40 PM EDT
They are SO lucky to have you! If they don't know it yet, send them my way!
#ECEchat
In reply to @rpageou
operiumj
Sep 12 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Operium, Campus Instructional Coach
@CrosbyKinder
. Super excited to join
#ECEchat
tonight!
cassie_leathers
Sep 12 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A1: building a classroom community. Many memories have been made in 6 days!
#ECEchat
lifezcurious
Sep 12 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A1: All the smiles on the children, parents, and teachers as we ease into a routine.
#ECEchat
byron_gilliland
Sep 12 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A1 introducing Ss to
@Rigamajig
for the first time... to see them explore engineering with such joy
#STEM
#ECEchat
BlossJulie
Sep 12 @ 9:41 PM EDT
Hi Everyone! Principal Julie Bloss joining in a little late tonight from Oklahoma. I've missed you all! 😀
#ECEchat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:41 PM EDT
The pics I shared were from a
#lisdpk
first year teacher's classroom during the 2nd week of school.🖐☺️
#ecechat
In reply to @MarissaEby, @_rrgar
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 9:41 PM EDT
That's what these
#joyfulbeginnings
#joyfulbeginningsshould
be all about!
#ecechat
In reply to @CrystalPepperK
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 9:41 PM EDT
Crystal, that is the most important work we do! Love it!
#ECEchat
#Lawsome
In reply to @CrystalPepperK
AmyLearn
Sep 12 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A1 "This is the best school ever!" Quote from kindergartner I worked with today
#ecechat
RSwd53
Sep 12 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A1:When a student said they love my class because it's a dance party all day long.
#ECEchat
cslavin87
Sep 12 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A1: Seeing
@ConsciousD
work w lots of my kids! We had a 2 day training with
@RRISDPK
& breathing/calming techniques work wonders!
#ecechat
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:40 PM EDT
RT Q1: What has been one of your favorite memories so far this year?
#ECEchat
katyphinney
Sep 12 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A1 When
@burgessdave
surprised one of our campuses when he was in town!
#ecechat
kimperclefarias
Sep 12 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A1. A favorite memory is getting to play math games w/ kids & they get excited when they "win me"
#ECEchat
KC_SEASportsFan
Sep 12 @ 9:43 PM EDT
I can't wait to start college but I cannot wait till I start the practicum portion of it even more! It'll be so exciting 😬😬😬😬😄😄😄
#ECEChat
TeachEllwood
Sep 12 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A1) Getting the opportunity to teach in a first grade classroom and work with all the students. They are a great group.
#ECEchat
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 9:43 PM EDT
Carolyn, we did too! We were just saying that the whole tenor of the building has changed since learning to breathe!
#ECEchat
In reply to @cslavin87, @ConsciousD, @RRISDPK
cslavin87
Sep 12 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A1b: And singing this song with kids to build community!
https://t.co/SWUVCqFby8
#ECEchat
MrsRobinsPKSpEd
Sep 12 @ 9:43 PM EDT
Dance parties are my favorite!
#ECEchat
In reply to @RSwd53
katyphinney
Sep 12 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A1.5 This first day of school moment!
#ecechat
Henderson405
Sep 12 @ 9:43 PM EDT
Lindsay Henderson,
@Central_ES
Dean of Instruction in
@LewisvilleISD
#wearecentral
#ECEchat
So excited for this chat!
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Welcome to the 1st
#ECEchat
of the 17-18 school year! We are so glad you are here! Share your name, where you're from & what you do.
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 9:43 PM EDT
Gotta love that!
#ecechat
In reply to @AmyLearn
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 9:43 PM EDT
I bet they are all thankful for the extra help!! I know I always am, esp the 1st wk. Don't realize I need it until someone steps in
#ECEChat
In reply to @MrsRobinsPKSpEd
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 9:43 PM EDT
Yay! Love the magic of
@ConsciousD
and now is the time to implement!
#ecechat
In reply to @cslavin87, @ConsciousD, @RRISDPK, @ConsciousD
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:44 PM EDT
Q2 Coming up in 1 minute
#ECEchat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:44 PM EDT
Wow, we could build anything! Oh the ideas...
@SeaLionLibrary
@SusieTowber1
@techwnancy
#steam
#ecechat
#stem
#prek
byron_gilliland
Sep 8 @ 12:15 PM EDT
Watch out
@kaboom
@Rigamajig
Today Ss explored for the 1st time & WOW are they ever creative! Great things coming your way this year!
#STEM
operiumj
Sep 12 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A1: My favorite memory has been seeing the smiling faces of the staff & students after being out from Hurricane Harvey
#ECEchat
karenweirsmith
Sep 12 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A1: Watching teachers be relentless about building relationships with difficult kids and seeing them celebrate small victories.
#ECEChat
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:40 PM EDT
RT Q1: What has been one of your favorite memories so far this year?
#ECEchat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:45 PM EDT
Q2: What are you most excited about implementing this school year?
#ECEchat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:45 PM EDT
Hi Lindsay!!! 👋Welcome friend!
#ECEchat
In reply to @Henderson405, @Central_ES, @LewisvilleISD
cslavin87
Sep 12 @ 9:45 PM EDT
How is your school? Was there any damage? Let us know if you need anything!
#ECEchat
In reply to @operiumj
Henderson405
Sep 12 @ 9:45 PM EDT
Our Red Carpet event welcoming our sweet littles to the 1st day of school! Always brings tears to my eyes-so exciting
#ECEchat
#wearecentral
cassie_leathers
Sep 12 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A2: flexible seating to meet the movement needs of all students - so far so good!
#ECEchat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:46 PM EDT
Awesomeness!
#ecechat
In reply to @VealHeidi, @SeaLionLibrary, @SusieTowber1
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A2. We already made some changes to our full day program schedule - it has made a HUGE differences for the Ss (and staff!)
#ecechat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:46 PM EDT
Thanks for joining in tonight.
#ecechat
In reply to @BlossJulie
mrdkinderteach
Sep 12 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A2: I am most excited about implementing zones of regulation. Ss are already having a great start with this. Very excited!
#ecechat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:46 PM EDT
Agree!!! I can't wait to see how her little's grow this year under her leadership & nurturing.
#ecechat
In reply to @MarissaEby, @_rrgar
andreabuch6
Sep 12 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A2) I will begin implementing lessons in October, and I am excited to get the first graders involved in some hands-on lessons!
#ECEchat
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A2 Excited about adding journal writing to library for 5 pilot classes. Trying to increase those connections to reading & writing!
#ECEchat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A2 I’m excited 2 share Story Time
#STEAM
lessons & engaging tech tools 2 inspire creativity & enrich communication & prob solving
#ECEchat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Hi Robin! I’m so glad you could join
#ECEchat
tonight ; )
In reply to @RSwd53
Henderson405
Sep 12 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A1: Red Carpet event welcoming our sweet littles to the 1st day of school! Always brings tears to my eyes-so exciting
#ECEchat
#wearecentral
audra_damron
Sep 12 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Audra Damron Preschool Teacher Phoenix AZ
#ecechat
MrsRobinsPKSpEd
Sep 12 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A2: Different presentation techniques to keep things fun! Used
@polleverywhere
last week w/ great feedback. Any other sugg?
#ECEchat
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A2 introducing Green Screen tomorrow for Ss to create videos about lab safety; rest of year: Developmental Design Power of Play
#ecechat
gottasectech
Sep 12 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Kellie Lahey, Instr. Tech Specialist for Coldspring-Oakhurst CISD
#ecechat
I'm glad to get insight from the Tiny Tot Ts!
In reply to @VealHeidi
aharveymitchell
Sep 12 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Andrea Mitchell from Texas late to the party! 🎉
#ecechat
KLCseedtotree
Sep 12 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A2 Flex seating, flipped learning & Conscious Discipline and its all in
@Seesaw
too!
#ecechat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:45 PM EDT
Q2: What are you most excited about implementing this school year?
#ECEchat
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A2. Also excited to continue to expand our PreK/5th grade buddy partnership. Focusing on incorporating history of our outdoor space
#ECEChat
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A2.
@ZonesOfReg
this year is our tier one SEL-lots of PD and front loading so the adults are ready for the students.
#ECEchat
TeachDB17
Sep 12 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A2. I am excited about finding and implementing, powerful professional learning opps. for Ts, that support their Ss.
#ecechat
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 9:48 PM EDT
What type of seating options do you have?
#ecechat
In reply to @cassie_leathers
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A2: so much but most excited abt implementing virtual plc's and coaching to help rural pk t's connect and learn!
#ecechat
KC_SEASportsFan
Sep 12 @ 9:48 PM EDT
That sounds like fun!
#ECEChat
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A2 introducing Green Screen tomorrow for Ss to create videos about lab safety; rest of year: Developmental Design Power of Play
#ecechat
TeachEllwood
Sep 12 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A2) Lesson plans that integrate all subjects! I am ready to put my knowledge into action.
#ecechat
vickyfarias7716
Sep 12 @ 9:48 PM EDT
Super excited about our
@Seesaw
digital portfolios & ALL the Parent Ed/Engagement this will bring-Also digging deeper w
@ConsciousD
#ecechat
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 9:49 PM EDT
That's great news Anna!
#ecechat
In reply to @ADutke
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:49 PM EDT
RT Q2: What are you most excited about implementing this school year?
#ECEchat
AmyLearn
Sep 12 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A2 Seesaw and Playkerspace
#ecechat
MarissaEby
Sep 12 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A2 implementing more conscious discipline with feeling buddies
#ECEchat
aharveymitchell
Sep 12 @ 9:49 PM EDT
That's awesome! Who wouldn't love that?!?!
#ECEChat
In reply to @Henderson405
_rrgar
Sep 12 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A2-having 2 outdoor learning times, and most of all our new authentic assessment portfolio instrument--Ready, Set, K!
#ecechat
katyphinney
Sep 12 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A2 I am most excited about offering teacher choice professional development & connecting through Zoom meetings
#ecechat
kfidelack
Sep 12 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A2: More emergent curriculum! I have changed up our schedule to have one-on-one time rather than whole group work.
#ecechat
CrystalPepperK
Sep 12 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A2: I am excited about seesaw, peekapak and all the new things I am learning this year at
#WoodsonK
!
#ECECHAT
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Wow!! What a dynamic combination of innovative ideas, and all with a mixed age
#prek
class of 3 & 4 yo's!
#ecechat
#noexcuses
@gcouros
KLCseedtotree
Sep 12 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A2 Flex seating, flipped learning & Conscious Discipline and its all in
@Seesaw
too!
#ecechat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:45 PM EDT
Q2: What are you most excited about implementing this school year?
#ECEchat
educabramson
Sep 12 @ 9:50 PM EDT
I am excited to integrate different pieces of technology into my teaching since I'm becoming a computer educator!
#ecechat
EduGladiators
Sep 12 @ 9:50 PM EDT
🍎
#EduGladiators
continues Building Teacher Capacity w/author
@aaron_hogan
💥SATURDAY 8amCT/9amET💥
#personalizedPD
#ECEchat
#TeachWriting
kimperclefarias
Sep 12 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A2. I'm excited about using more
#hyperdocs
with my kids this year & get them to make own
#ECEchat
cslavin87
Sep 12 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A2: STEM integration and also lots of time to learn how to read books (read the pictures mostly...)
#PreK
#ECEchat
#ReadingInTheWild
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:49 PM EDT
RT Q2: What are you most excited about implementing this school year?
#ECEchat
Kmegan_gapinski
Sep 12 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A2 Continued effort to improve project approach & S inquiry; fully utilize new materials & resources to use for STEAM/making
#ECEchat
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Q2 Also excited about our new motor lab!
#ECEchat
#lawsome
audra_damron
Sep 12 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A1: Exploring big and small during our bubble week! The students were engaged and determined as they made their own bubbles!
#ecechat
jghfoundation08
Sep 12 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Hello Reba from Dallas! Educ. Consultant w/ Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Jumping in late.
#ecechat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Q2 I am most excited about creating a STEAM Lab for our PK and Kindergarten innovators.
#ecechat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Aug 31 @ 7:23 PM EDT
Our
#STEAMLab
is coming together! Can't wait to see students learning in this space!
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Can't wait! I gave 2 teasers this week and Ss are asking a lot of Qs!
#ecechat
In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan
BlossJulie
Sep 12 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A2- Working on adding a makerspace- or as my amazing ECE Texas friends
@techwnancy
and
@VealHeidi
shared w/ me "PlaykerSpace"
#ECEchat
aharveymitchell
Sep 12 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A2 excited about issuing Google Classroom for PD with new EC teachers this year!
#ecechat
mboland4thgrade
Sep 12 @ 9:52 PM EDT
#ECEchat
A1: fav memory so far- I wanted to prepare a student for my absence. He wrote on my desk letting me know he had a great day!
byron_gilliland
Sep 12 @ 9:52 PM EDT
A2 Hard to narrow down excited about
#csINall
-and anything project based - trying to show others how Ss thrive in a Ss centered rm
#ecechat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:52 PM EDT
That looks amazing!
#ecechat
In reply to @Henderson405
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 9:52 PM EDT
That's awesome about having 2 outdoor learning times! What's your outdoor space like?
#ECEChat
In reply to @_rrgar
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:52 PM EDT
Glad you joined in tonight.
#ecechat
In reply to @aharveymitchell
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 9:52 PM EDT
So much involved in learning to "read" for the littles! I'm currently reading
#thebookwhisperer
#ecechat
In reply to @cslavin87
audra_damron
Sep 12 @ 9:52 PM EDT
A2: Using awesome STEM materials like the Code-a-pillar in our classroom! Started today and the critical thinking has been great!
#ecechat
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Q3 Coming up in 1 minute
#ECEchat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:53 PM EDT
You must share some pictures. Can't wait to see what you've done.
#ecechat
In reply to @KLCseedtotree, @Seesaw
jghfoundation08
Sep 12 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A2: Excited about implementing deeper lessons regarding "mindset" Helping struggling students believe in themselves & their growth
#ecechat
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 9:53 PM EDT
I've seen these on Twitter, etc.; what program/curriculum are these part of?
#ecechat
In reply to @MarissaEby
aharveymitchell
Sep 12 @ 9:53 PM EDT
☺️Me too!
#ECEChat
In reply to @techwnancy
RSwd53
Sep 12 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A2:excited build and innovate with curriculum and technology
#ECEchat
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Love those tables and chairs! Wink! They look good in every space.
https://t.co/ZiOCgN7x22
#ECEchat
#Lawsome
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Q2 I am most excited about creating a STEAM Lab for our PK and Kindergarten innovators.
#ecechat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Aug 31 @ 7:23 PM EDT
Our
#STEAMLab
is coming together! Can't wait to see students learning in this space!
KC_SEASportsFan
Sep 12 @ 9:53 PM EDT
I'll have to look it up and see how it works! When I become a T, which will be awhile now, this seems like a fun activity!
#ECEChat
In reply to @wolffdavid11
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:54 PM EDT
Q3 What brings you joy in your teaching?
#ECEchat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:54 PM EDT
@seesaw
is awesome. Both teachers and parents love it.
#ecechat
In reply to @vickyfarias7716, @Seesaw, @ConsciousD, @Seesaw
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:54 PM EDT
Tell me more about your playkerspace.
#ecechat
In reply to @AmyLearn
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:54 PM EDT
They are a great crew! I'm honored to serve along side them ☺️! Can't wait to see how much their kiddos grow!
#wearecentral
#ecechat
#lisdpk
In reply to @Henderson405, @LJJacksonECC, @LewisvilleISD
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Thanks - I will have to look into that
#ecechat
In reply to @MarissaEby
MrsRobinsPKSpEd
Sep 12 @ 9:55 PM EDT
A3 watching kids accomplish things previously thought not possible, & then sharing that moment with parents
#ECEchat
Henderson405
Sep 12 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Q2-Data wall for PK-5 math & reading. Ready to monitor/ensure student success again this year, reaching new heights
#ECEchat
#wearecentral
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:55 PM EDT
so excited to see all the
#WoodsonK
Ts on
#ECEChat
tonight-always learning!
kfidelack
Sep 12 @ 9:55 PM EDT
A3: Being silly and laughing with Ss. Sharing in their exploration and discovery. Moments where you just "enjoy" and soak them up
#ecechat
KLCseedtotree
Sep 12 @ 9:55 PM EDT
A3 When Ss take ownership of the work and teach others in the class; they really get it when that occurs.
#ecechat
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:54 PM EDT
Q3 What brings you joy in your teaching?
#ECEchat
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 9:55 PM EDT
I'll send you pics shortly of a teaser :)
#ecechat
In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan
andreabuch6
Sep 12 @ 9:55 PM EDT
A3) I love to see the students understanding the things I teach. When something clicks for them they get so excited and so do I!
#ECEchat
mrdkinderteach
Sep 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT
A3: Knowing that I can make a difference in my Ss lives. That I might be the only smile they get today. Teaching is rewarding!
#ecechat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT
Super awesome! Lots of research about the positive impact of physical activity on the brain.
#ecechat
In reply to @SeaLionLibrary
lifezcurious
Sep 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT
A2: Adm.- Promoting co-teaching opportunities for teacher-to-teacher & teacher-to-teaching assistants for 100% engagement.
#ECEchat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT
Welcome back!
#ecechat
In reply to @jghfoundation08
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT
such a great hands on way to demonstrate concepts for our Ss.
#ECEChat
In reply to @audra_damron
MarissaEby
Sep 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT
The lightbulb moments and smiles!
#ECEchat
TeachDB17
Sep 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT
A3. With both Ss and Ts, excitement and ownership bring me joy. I appreciate when learners see the strengths they have.
#ecechat
kimperclefarias
Sep 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT
A3. I enjoy learning something new and fun for me, which in turn makes it more fun for the kids...win win!
#ECEchat
Henderson405
Sep 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT
I've heard a lot about Conscious Discipline, have any great resources you've found helpful?
#wearecentral
#ecechat
In reply to @KLCseedtotree, @Seesaw
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT
They are owning it! I love that!
#ecechat
In reply to @vickyfarias7716, @Seesaw, @ConsciousD
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT
🏅All credit for
#playlerspace
goes to the genius known as
@SeaLionLibrary
She coined the term, invented the idea & made it happen!
#ecechat
BlossJulie
Sep 12 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A2- Working on adding a makerspace- or as my amazing ECE Texas friends
@techwnancy
and
@VealHeidi
shared w/ me "PlaykerSpace"
#ECEchat
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:57 PM EDT
A3. Seeing the excitement with Ss when they share their learning with me.
#ECEChat
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 9:57 PM EDT
A3 Ss learn to love books, reading, & building in our library. My joy is in creating life-long learners. Oh, the smiles!
#ECEchat
#lawsome
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:57 PM EDT
right there with you-it never gets old to see someone learn something new
#ECEChat
In reply to @andreabuch6
jghfoundation08
Sep 12 @ 9:57 PM EDT
A3: I get joy when struggling students feel good and their eyes light up when they see their accomplishments. (Little or big)
#ecechat
educabramson
Sep 12 @ 9:57 PM EDT
A3: I love seeing how excited kids get about learning and how important it is to them
#ecechat
CrystalPepperK
Sep 12 @ 9:57 PM EDT
The "lightbulb" moments, smiling faces, having fun, and making a difference in the lives of our future. :)
#ECECHAT
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:58 PM EDT
RT Q3: What brings you joy in your teaching?
#ECEchat
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 9:58 PM EDT
A3 witnessing the sparks of curiosity, wonder, interest, and passions come alive in their conversations and actions
#ecechat
lifezcurious
Sep 12 @ 9:58 PM EDT
A2: School Initiative: Promoting STEM & PBL opportunities in the classroom.
#ECEchat
KLCseedtotree
Sep 12 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Sign up on their website; lots of free stuff and great ideas on Pinterest.
#ECEchat
In reply to @Henderson405, @Seesaw
operiumj
Sep 12 @ 9:58 PM EDT
A2: Super excited to implement a no box thinking instructional approach with Ss & staff this year!
#ECEchat
operiumj
Sep 12 @ 9:58 PM EDT
A3: Seeing the students' growth and their ❤️ for learning gives me joy!
#ECEchat
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Gotta keep the "PLAY" in early childhood education!
#ECEchat
#lawsome
https://t.co/CVpXk4F6jY
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT
🏅All credit for
#playlerspace
goes to the genius known as
@SeaLionLibrary
She coined the term, invented the idea & made it happen!
#ecechat
BlossJulie
Sep 12 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A2- Working on adding a makerspace- or as my amazing ECE Texas friends
@techwnancy
and
@VealHeidi
shared w/ me "PlaykerSpace"
#ECEchat
cslavin87
Sep 12 @ 9:58 PM EDT
A3: The hugs! I love how kids are happy to be at school every day :D
#ECEchat
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 9:58 PM EDT
A3. When Ss are happy to be at school and love learning! Their excitement & enthusiasm is contagious!
#ECEChat
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 9:58 PM EDT
The
@ConsciousD
cowebsite is awesome and full of resources!
#ecechat
In reply to @Henderson405, @KLCseedtotree, @Seesaw, @ConsciousD
_rrgar
Sep 12 @ 9:58 PM EDT
A3. Seeng our learners develop confidence in their abilities, watching them grow and seeing the magic our teachers create.
#ecechat
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 9:59 PM EDT
So true
@mrdkinderteach
#ecechat
In reply to @mrdkinderteach, @mrdkinderteach
katyphinney
Sep 12 @ 9:59 PM EDT
A3 100% the lightbulb moments, when it all comes together! Also, the teacherable moments! The stuff Ss can't stop talking about!
#ecechat
Henderson405
Sep 12 @ 9:59 PM EDT
This is awesome! Love the movement opportunities here.
#ECEchat
#wearecentral
In reply to @SeaLionLibrary
jghfoundation08
Sep 12 @ 9:59 PM EDT
@techwnancy
Glad to be back! Thanks for the welcome!
#ecechat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT
Welcome back!
#ecechat
In reply to @jghfoundation08
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:59 PM EDT
playkerspaces across US-such a great movement to put the play back into K-12!
#ECEChat
@makerdads
is an excellent resource for this as well
In reply to @VealHeidi, @SeaLionLibrary, @makerdads
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Q3 Watching others grow and develop their gifts and potential brings me joy!
#ECEchat
aharveymitchell
Sep 12 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Yes!
#ECEchat
In reply to @SeaLionLibrary
byron_gilliland
Sep 12 @ 9:59 PM EDT
A3 The challenge of creating an environment that helps Ss learn the way that best suits them
#ecechat
audra_damron
Sep 12 @ 10:00 PM EDT
A3: The relationships I get to make with the Ss and their fams! <3 being their 1st school experience and build <3 of learning!
#ecechat
TeachEllwood
Sep 12 @ 10:00 PM EDT
A3) Being able to watch children grow and work with them. I love entering a classroom and seeing the biggest smiles.
#ECEchat
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 10:00 PM EDT
That's my motivator too. If I'm the only smile they get, I'm going to make it HUGE!
#ECEchat
#lawsome
https://t.co/Hip1hpJqZK
mrdkinderteach
Sep 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT
A3: Knowing that I can make a difference in my Ss lives. That I might be the only smile they get today. Teaching is rewarding!
#ecechat
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 10:00 PM EDT
A3: love seeing t's take risks and try and love seeing S's develop their social emotional skills! So valuable!
#ecechat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:00 PM EDT
Please share your lessons with me. We are working on creating lessons that align to standards.
#ECEchat
In reply to @AmyLearn
jghfoundation08
Sep 12 @ 10:00 PM EDT
@andreabuchanan
Totally agree! It's the best!!!
#ecechat
andreabuch6
Sep 12 @ 9:55 PM EDT
A3) I love to see the students understanding the things I teach. When something clicks for them they get so excited and so do I!
#ECEchat
kfidelack
Sep 12 @ 10:00 PM EDT
Environment is, after all, the 3rd teacher! Constantly revamping my classroom is one of my favourite parts of the job too!
#ecechat
In reply to @byron_gilliland
KC_SEASportsFan
Sep 12 @ 10:01 PM EDT
A lot of things ☺️☺️☺️☺️ I think for me it'll be when they learn something new and can't wait to tell everyone what they learned
#ECEChat
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:54 PM EDT
Q3 What brings you joy in your teaching?
#ECEchat
CrystalPepperK
Sep 12 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Hugs are truly the best!
#ECEchat
In reply to @cslavin87
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 10:01 PM EDT
This brings me joy - 36 students and all the staff actively engaged in exploring and sharing their discoveries
#ECEChat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Yes it is.
@E_Sheninger
teaches lead w/ solid pedagogy 1st, then identify the tool that best suits the S's & their learning.
#ecechat
In reply to @educabramson, @E_Sheninger
aharveymitchell
Sep 12 @ 10:01 PM EDT
A3 Watching Ts learning & growing & being risk takers by implementing new ideas in their classroom!!!
#ecechat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:02 PM EDT
That looks like a dream!
#ECEchat
In reply to @ADutke
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:02 PM EDT
Q4 Coming up in 1 minute
#ECEchat
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:02 PM EDT
Amy is incredible-she is jumping in with both feet into this new position-and a 3D Printer for PReK-K...yes..they...can!
#ECEChat
In reply to @techwnancy, @AmyLearn
sharalc
Sep 12 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A3 I love my seeing my Ss engaged and working together. Love the hugs, high fives and handshakes,laughter, smiles and silly stories!
#ECEchat
vickyfarias7716
Sep 12 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A3 when my Ss exude that sense of accomplishment & I witness confidence building/excitement growing/happiness arising-melts my❤️
#ecechat
AmyLearn
Sep 12 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A3 The joy and excitement in Ss when they create something new and share it with others
#ecechat
KLCseedtotree
Sep 12 @ 10:02 PM EDT
It's amazing! Some days I can't believe how well. It is Ss owenership and they hold each other accountable
#ecechat
In reply to @VealHeidi, @gcouros
jghfoundation08
Sep 12 @ 10:02 PM EDT
@operiumj
Wow..such a great quote. Never thought of thinking of it that way. Thanks for sharing.
#ecechat
operiumj
Sep 12 @ 9:58 PM EDT
A2: Super excited to implement a no box thinking instructional approach with Ss & staff this year!
#ECEchat
Kmegan_gapinski
Sep 12 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A3 Ss making discoveries; Ss showing others empathy & compassion; taking S lead & figuring out next inquiry topic; collaboration
#ECEchat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Q4 What is something you do every year to welcome new students and families?
#ECEchat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:03 PM EDT
#ShoutOut
to
@Joe_Mazza
&
@makerdads
#ecechat
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 9:59 PM EDT
playkerspaces across US-such a great movement to put the play back into K-12!
#ECEChat
@makerdads
is an excellent resource for this as well
In reply to @VealHeidi, @SeaLionLibrary, @makerdads
BlossJulie
Sep 12 @ 10:03 PM EDT
A3-Joy comes from students- their love, their acceptance, their growth. It's complicated and simple. Joy comes from the students.
#ECEchat
cslavin87
Sep 12 @ 10:03 PM EDT
A4: We do a Welcome Walk to S's houses and I also use
@RemindHQ
to communicate.
#ECEchat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Q4 What is something you do every year to welcome new students and families?
#ECEchat
TeachDB17
Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT
A4. I send home postcards, I have also provided students with the Night Before Kindergarten book, for their Ps to read to/w Ss.
#ecechat
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT
A4. I have Ss bring rocks for our rock trading post to open house. Gives them a conversation starter, something to share with me
#ecechat
KC_SEASportsFan
Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT
I'd invite them to come visit, ask questions, ask get feedback, etc...
#eceChat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Q4 What is something you do every year to welcome new students and families?
#ECEchat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT
My
#ECEchat
PLN brings me joy. I missed this group. You all get me pumped up to be better!
MrsRobinsPKSpEd
Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT
A4 Greet them with a smile every day, letting them know today will be a great day for them and their students
#ECEchat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A4: Home visits are a tradion
@LawsonECS
& it consistantly makes a tremendously positive impact on home/school relationships!
#ECEchat
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A4 We do home visits with all students before school starts to welcome our families. It's an amazing experience.
#ECEchat
#lawsome
andreabuch6
Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A4)I went to meet the teacher night with my cooperating teacher and got to meet all the children and their families.
#ECEchat
cslavin87
Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT
Thanks! Following both now! Great resources :)
#ECEchat
In reply to @VealHeidi, @Joe_Mazza, @makerdads
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT
Agreed! I have missed my Tuesday night chat all summer
@techwnancy
#ECEChat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT
My
#ECEchat
PLN brings me joy. I missed this group. You all get me pumped up to be better!
KLCseedtotree
Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT
#ecechat
tip of the iceberg but something to see
In reply to @techwnancy, @Seesaw
Henderson405
Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A3:building relationships w/Ss-each &everyone of them have the opportunity to be something great &change this world
#ecechat
#wearecentral
mrdkinderteach
Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A4: So far every year, I've been able to give Ss and parents a welcome to K newsletter with an intro about me and welcome to k
#ecechat
kfidelack
Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A4:We have home visits to meet each family beforehand.My EA and I feel like we know the Ss when they come.Helps Ss feel comfortable
#ecechat
KC_SEASportsFan
Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT
Interesting
#ECEChat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A4: Home visits are a tradion
@LawsonECS
& it consistantly makes a tremendously positive impact on home/school relationships!
#ECEchat
aharveymitchell
Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT
That's different & sounds like fun!!!
#ECEchat
In reply to @ADutke
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT
A4. Postcards, I spend time in every class and write specific notes to all students by mid October.
#ECEChat
jghfoundation08
Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT
@wolffdavid11
Ts must remember that little bits of growth are just as powerful as big ones. We just need 2 worry about NO growth
#ecechat
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 10:00 PM EDT
Love that you recognize both the big and little accomplishments in life!
In reply to @jghfoundation08
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT
A4: Something new we tried this year to welcome families was
@Flipgrid
Each teacher recorded a 30 sec. welcome video.
#ECEchat
katyphinney
Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT
So much greatness tonight I can't keep up!
#ecechat
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT
Arrival may just be the most important part of the day! I miss that routine!
#ecechat
In reply to @MrsRobinsPKSpEd
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT
This is what I love about the Twitters! Connections lead to learning & growing anytime, anywhere!
#ECEchat
#PLNpower
In reply to @cslavin87, @Joe_Mazza, @makerdads
MarissaEby
Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT
A4 working to build a community of learners and greeting Ss at the door everyday.
#ECEchat
KLCseedtotree
Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT
Q4 We make a family classroom tree with Ss, Ts and families
#ecechat
lifezcurious
Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT
A4: Home Visits allow Ts to visit Ss in their home, to get to know them and invite them to their school home during Open House.
#ECEchat
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:07 PM EDT
RT Q4 What is something you do every year to welcome new students and families?
#ECEchat
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 10:07 PM EDT
It was amazing. It usually takes longer than just 4 days to get to this point but this group of Ss and staff are quick learners! :)
#ecechat
In reply to @techwnancy
aharveymitchell
Sep 12 @ 10:07 PM EDT
You bring us joy too
@techwnancy
!!! 😘
#ECEchat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT
My
#ECEchat
PLN brings me joy. I missed this group. You all get me pumped up to be better!
mrdkinderteach
Sep 12 @ 10:07 PM EDT
So happy to be back
#ecechat
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Oh, I wanted to do that this year too! Ran out of time! Next year for sure!
#ECEchat
#lawsome
@Flipgrid
https://t.co/17OEvWAQNE
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT
A4: Something new we tried this year to welcome families was
@Flipgrid
Each teacher recorded a 30 sec. welcome video.
#ECEchat
cassie_leathers
Sep 12 @ 10:07 PM EDT
A4: back to school conferences where we meet one another, go over important school information, and tour the school! Class Fbook
#ECEChat
CrystalPepperK
Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A4: Greet them at the door everyday, open communication with parents, and I send home parent surveys to get to know my students.
#ECECHAT
kfidelack
Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A4: We also have each student colour a picture to hang up on the bulletin board in the hallway. And we have a Family Tree.
#ecechat
operiumj
Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A4: Ts send home Meet the Teacher notes to welcome the Ss & families. We also have Meet the Teacher night
#ECEchat
_rrgar
Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT
https://t.co/T6G5rp9u4r
'meet the teacher' day & S and P come in to spend time in their clsrm b4 the big first day of school!
#ecechat
Henderson405
Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT
This is the best! Totally agree, designing relevant, exciting learning captivates Ss to dream &explore building new understanding.
#ecechat
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 10:01 PM EDT
This brings me joy - 36 students and all the staff actively engaged in exploring and sharing their discoveries
#ECEChat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT
I’m so glad you are here tonight Julie! When oh when will we get to hang out again???
#ECEchat
In reply to @BlossJulie
aharveymitchell
Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT
This is very important!!! 😃
#ECEchat
In reply to @MarissaEby
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT
I've noticed it helps Ss warm up to meeting me as they are eager to share the rock, and of course every rock has a story! :)
#ecechat
In reply to @aharveymitchell
Henderson405
Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT
This is teaching at its finest!
#ecechat
#wearecentral
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Yes it is.
@E_Sheninger
teaches lead w/ solid pedagogy 1st, then identify the tool that best suits the S's & their learning.
#ecechat
In reply to @educabramson, @E_Sheninger
Kmegan_gapinski
Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A4 @ B2S confs have S & fam add fingerprint 2fam tree canvas; ask fams to write hopes/dream/wishes on ribbons (& add2"chandelier")
#ECEchat
AmyLearn
Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A4 It was fun this year to take pictures of Ss and families at our selfie station at meet the teacher conferences
#ecechat
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A4 We welcome all incoming 5th graders through a Ts Gauntlet at WEB orientation; a tunnel of Ts cheering on the next class
#ecechat
KLCseedtotree
Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT
Yes! me too. Saw where a T had her Ps make
@flipgrid
for her Ss to watch first day.
#ecechat
In reply to @SeaLionLibrary, @Flipgrid, @Flipgrid
kfidelack
Sep 12 @ 10:10 PM EDT
A4: Thinking of doing this for a Family Day as well to build community.
#ecechat
kfidelack
Aug 29 @ 7:51 PM EDT
Great idea for the first Family Day of the year! What a beautiful way to build community
#PreK
#ecechat
#parentengagement
#familyday
#ece
SallyHaughey
Aug 29 @ 7:45 PM EDT
How to make a family chandelier
#ECE
#family
#reggioinspired
https://t.co/i8nccrzJr5
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 10:10 PM EDT
We eventually read the story "If You Find a Rock" - which the group this year has loved & applied outside by "identifying" rocks.
#ecechat
In reply to @mboland4thgrade
bmoreedchat
Sep 12 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Justin, 4th grade teacher from Baltimore, lurking tonight
#ecechat
tweeps! Thanks for the invite
@VealHeidi
& hope all is well everybody!
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:11 PM EDT
Q5 Coming up in 1 minute
#ECEchat
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 10:11 PM EDT
Love this idea! Stealing! ;)
#ECEchat
#lawsome
https://t.co/NKNXTMW2CR
AmyLearn
Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A4 It was fun this year to take pictures of Ss and families at our selfie station at meet the teacher conferences
#ecechat
sharalc
Sep 12 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A4 I love meet the teacher night. It's my favorite! We also used
@Flipgrid
this year. Loved it!
#ECEchat
vickyfarias7716
Sep 12 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A4 I have Ss/Parents engage in a home connection creating a family collage w descriptions-Ss present to class & post on wall all yr
#ecechat
jghfoundation08
Sep 12 @ 10:11 PM EDT
@TeachDB17
The postcard welcome idea is great becuz many times the Ss bring them 2 sch becuz they feel that special welcome.
#ecechat
TeachDB17
Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT
A4. I send home postcards, I have also provided students with the Night Before Kindergarten book, for their Ps to read to/w Ss.
#ecechat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:11 PM EDT
Yessss! I'll be in Fayetteville for the
@auburn
@ArkRazorbacks
game in October...
#ecechat
Meet Up????
In reply to @BlossJulie, @Auburn, @ArkRazorbacks
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:12 PM EDT
Q5: How do you share school joys with families?
#ECEchat
justincholbrook
Sep 12 @ 10:12 PM EDT
And I tweeted from the wrong handle....sorry! Will catch up on
#ecechat
tomorrow!
bmoreedchat
Sep 12 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Justin, 4th grade teacher from Baltimore, lurking tonight
#ecechat
tweeps! Thanks for the invite
@VealHeidi
& hope all is well everybody!
audra_damron
Sep 12 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A4: Meet the T night w/ photo op for 1st day; intro letter to give info about myself; surveys so fam can give info about their S!
#ecechat
SusieTowber1
Sep 12 @ 10:12 PM EDT
Late to
#ecechat
but excited to learn!
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 10:13 PM EDT
At open house Fs bring in family photos for F tree & write hopes & dreams for S on clouds. Ss paint the clouds & they go above tree
#ECEChat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:13 PM EDT
You are reading my mind!!! Literally just thinking the same thing! Oh how I’ve missed
#ECEchat
; )
In reply to @katyphinney
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:13 PM EDT
steal steal away! That is what
#ECEChat
is for-giving and taking new ideas :)
In reply to @SeaLionLibrary
kfidelack
Sep 12 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A5:
@Seesaw
! I also do "Learning Stories" that document explorations Ss are engaging in and hang them up outside our classroom.
#ecechat
TeachDB17
Sep 12 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A5. Remind was my best friend when sharing school joys! It was great for sharing messages & photos with Ps.
#ecechat
Also school newsletter!
sharalc
Sep 12 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A5 I love to make personal phone calls to parents. Pictures to share with parents are priceless as well!
#ECEchat
kimperclefarias
Sep 12 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A5.
@seesaw
for the win for sharing student joys with parents
#ECEchat
MarissaEby
Sep 12 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A5 phone calls, pictures/twitter, and starting to use seesaw
#ECEchat
_rrgar
Sep 12 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A5 Social media and trying out
@Seesaw
with some teachers.
#ecechat
KC_SEASportsFan
Sep 12 @ 10:14 PM EDT
I don't think I'll have a set thing I'm gonna leave it up to the parents. I would like to have it as consistent as possible though
#ECEchat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:12 PM EDT
Q5: How do you share school joys with families?
#ECEchat
jghfoundation08
Sep 12 @ 10:14 PM EDT
@KLCseedtotree
I like the family classroom tree idea! Do you leave it up all year?
#ecechat
KLCseedtotree
Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT
Q4 We make a family classroom tree with Ss, Ts and families
#ecechat
MrsRobinsPKSpEd
Sep 12 @ 10:14 PM EDT
A5 a good old fashioned phone call goes a long way - then you get to hear the excitement in their voice too
#ECEchat
Kmegan_gapinski
Sep 12 @ 10:14 PM EDT
A5 Bloomz! & At arrival/dismissal when possible
#ECEchat
katyphinney
Sep 12 @ 10:14 PM EDT
A5 Many my Ts are using
@Seesaw
this year! I have made a point to stop and talk to Ps when I am around for dismissal at campuses!
#ecechat
BlossJulie
Sep 12 @ 10:14 PM EDT
A4- A big favorite is having our mascot take pics on the first day of school with all students. It's a memory maker.
#ECEchat
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:14 PM EDT
@JulieKate68
is using remind with her class this year has been great to see the things she shares with families everyday
#ECEChat
In reply to @TeachDB17, @JulieKate68
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A5 Social media keeps our school and families connected: FB, Twitter, Remind, & Ts use Seesaw & Bloomz.
#connectedfamilies
#ECEchat
#lawsome
KLCseedtotree
Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A5
@Seesaw
! instant real time from S and T. I send tons of joyful moments out daily. My Ps love it..and they tell me in real time
#ecechat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:12 PM EDT
Q5: How do you share school joys with families?
#ECEchat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT
What is it about rocks? Kids are naturally drawn to them. What a great way to create a connection with students.
#ECechat
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT
I've noticed it helps Ss warm up to meeting me as they are eager to share the rock, and of course every rock has a story! :)
#ecechat
In reply to @aharveymitchell
audra_damron
Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A5: Class website through Shutterfly to share pictures and upcoming events! Also weekly newsletter for concepts we are working on!
#ecechat
operiumj
Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A5: We share our school joy through the school's Facebook, Twitter page & District website. The Ts also use Remind as well.
#ECEchat
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A5: So many ways to connect! Encouraging my Ts connect through
@ClassDojo
@Seesaw
and social media. Brings fams in to the clsrm
#ECEchat
mrdkinderteach
Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A5: Through my fb group, the app remind, and newsletters. Parents love seeing what's happening in the classroom
#ecechat
CrystalPepperK
Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A5: My goal this year is to share joys through positive phone calls, newsletters and
@seesaw
!
#ECECHAT
cassie_leathers
Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A5: share the positives via a phone call, email, note home, live video or picture on class fbook page
#ECEChat
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:16 PM EDT
A5. Our facebook page and blog. Ts have individual pages and use
@RemindHQ
#ECEChat
KLCseedtotree
Sep 12 @ 10:16 PM EDT
Hey, glad you made it.
#ecechat
In reply to @SusieTowber1
byron_gilliland
Sep 12 @ 10:16 PM EDT
My class has a class Facebook page- Twitter- website- blog-
@Seesaw
-
@ClassDojo
story
#ecechat
aharveymitchell
Sep 12 @ 10:16 PM EDT
Love it! ❤️
#ECEchat
In reply to @BlossJulie
vickyfarias7716
Sep 12 @ 10:16 PM EDT
A5 daily conversations w parents at dismissal-wkly newsletters-invite them to class-parent ed/engagement-
@RemindHQ
-twitter-
@Seesaw
#ecechat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:16 PM EDT
EVERY kid should get to run through a tunnel of cheering fans!
#ECEchat
#Kidsdeserveit
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A4 We welcome all incoming 5th graders through a Ts Gauntlet at WEB orientation; a tunnel of Ts cheering on the next class
#ecechat
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:17 PM EDT
RT Q5: How do you share school joys with families?
#ECEchat
Q5
#ECEchat
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 10:17 PM EDT
Love this idea!
#ecechat
In reply to @kfidelack, @Seesaw
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A5. Shutterfly for general photos, Seesaw for indiv photos/Ss work, & daily updates too. Blog for longer documentations/stories
#ecechat
AmyLearn
Sep 12 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A5 Newsletters,
@Seesaw
,
@classtag
#ecechat
jghfoundation08
Sep 12 @ 10:17 PM EDT
Interesting welcome! Like the NFL.
#ecechat
In reply to @wolffdavid11
burgessdave
Sep 12 @ 10:18 PM EDT
Super fun to do that...they are doing such amazing work!
#ecechat
In reply to @katyphinney
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 10:18 PM EDT
Could you last in the Sammy costume that long,
@SusieTowber1
@MaestraLawson
#ECEchat
#lawsome
https://t.co/GHW2GNMKeu
BlossJulie
Sep 12 @ 10:14 PM EDT
A4- A big favorite is having our mascot take pics on the first day of school with all students. It's a memory maker.
#ECEchat
cassie_leathers
Sep 12 @ 10:18 PM EDT
A5: so many ways to share the joys!
#ECEChat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:18 PM EDT
Hiiiiiii and welcome to one of my favorite people ever!
#ECEchat
In reply to @SusieTowber1, @SeaLionLibrary
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 10:18 PM EDT
Yes - kids were full of smiles, giving high-fives, and some dancing their way through :)
#ecechat
In reply to @VealHeidi
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Q6 Coming up in 1 minute
#ECEchat
RSwd53
Sep 12 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A5:Students will post on Seesaw once we slowly teach iPad guidelines.
#ECEchat
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Yes they are! I filled up my family minivan w/ rocks when I spotted a "Free" sign on top of a pile... Ps & van weren't happy :)
#ecechat
In reply to @VealHeidi
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A5 sharing our daily story with our class hashtag
#wolffden492
#ecechat
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Many parents love the rock trading post as it gives them a reason to relocate rock collections to school! :)
#ecechat
In reply to @VealHeidi
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:20 PM EDT
Q6. What is one way to keep a joyful spirit all school year long?
#ECEchat
jghfoundation08
Sep 12 @ 10:20 PM EDT
A5: I have seen it done in a variety of ways - Facebook, Twitter, newsletters, etc. But I know a lot you
#ecechat
chatters.. love...Seesaw!
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:20 PM EDT
Great app! Everyone, students, parents, teachers, & school leaders, LOVES
@Seesaw
for a million different reasons!
#ECEchat
_rrgar
Sep 12 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A5 Social media and trying out
@Seesaw
with some teachers.
#ecechat
BlossJulie
Sep 12 @ 10:20 PM EDT
A5- F2F, Good Call of the Day, website, newsletters, Selfie Hall of Fame, YouTube, and my favorite Smore ⭐️
#ECEchat
MrsRobinsPKSpEd
Sep 12 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A6 continuing to celebrate successes with
#ECEchat
peeps!
kfidelack
Sep 12 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A6: I try to always remind myself to stay present in the moment and truly enjoy the students for the short time I have them!
#ecechat
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A5 Facebook page is getting lots of visits this yr so we're using that Haven't had success w/ twitter as much but share
#NaturePreK
#ecechat
mrdkinderteach
Sep 12 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A6: Reinforce the positive behaviors through our PBIS program. Critter cards are what we use and Ss love them
#ecechat
_rrgar
Sep 12 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A6 Remember that everyday is a new day and a new opportunity to make a difference in a child's life!
#ecechat
cassie_leathers
Sep 12 @ 10:22 PM EDT
A6: always find the positives and have FUN
#ECEChat
katyphinney
Sep 12 @ 10:22 PM EDT
A6 Weekly
#ECEchat
…. Leaning on your PLN! Purposely take time to celebrate!
CrystalPepperK
Sep 12 @ 10:22 PM EDT
A6: Routine and consistency. Try your best to find a work/life balance, enjoy the little things, and ask for help if you need it!
#ECECHAT
MarissaEby
Sep 12 @ 10:22 PM EDT
A6
#ECEchat
!!!! And taking the time to reflect throughout the year.
sharalc
Sep 12 @ 10:22 PM EDT
Q6 take timeouts. Self-care. Do things for others and reap the benefits by seeing them soar, not by getting credit for helping!
#ECEChat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:22 PM EDT
Love this
@SeaLionLibrary
Pick just 1 of these & marvel at how school-to-home connections blossom like never before.
#ecechat
#amIright
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A5 Social media keeps our school and families connected: FB, Twitter, Remind, & Ts use Seesaw & Bloomz.
#connectedfamilies
#ECEchat
#lawsome
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 10:23 PM EDT
A6 Be purposeful in looking for the joy in the day; pass by the negative and choose the positive in our day
#ecechat
KLCseedtotree
Sep 12 @ 10:23 PM EDT
A6 chat on
#ecechat
, grow your PLN, surround self with people who U want to be like/learn from, reach for the stars, try until it works
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:20 PM EDT
Q6. What is one way to keep a joyful spirit all school year long?
#ECEchat
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 10:23 PM EDT
A6. Embrace the challenges that arise by not giving up on finding solutions. It's never to late to make changes
#ECEChat
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 10:23 PM EDT
A6: Connecting with other Ts is critical to stay positive, focused, and moving forward! Reading prof. books. Trying new things!
#ECEchat
AmyLearn
Sep 12 @ 10:23 PM EDT
A6 Celebrate Ss successes big and small, critter parties, special projects and events
#ecechat
SeaLionLibrary
Sep 12 @ 10:23 PM EDT
A6 To remain joyful, remember why you started in the first place. I still think I'm going to change the world (year 24)!
#ECEchat
#lawsome
CrystalPepperK
Sep 12 @ 10:23 PM EDT
Yes! Love this!
#ECEchat
In reply to @cassie_leathers
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A6. Showing and sharing gratitude. I love to send notes to members of my PLN during the year.
#ECEChat
#joyfulleaders
vickyfarias7716
Sep 12 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A6 keep learning & growing w Ss-celebrate success 2gether-build strong relationships w our littles- make unforgettable connections-
#ecechat
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:24 PM EDT
Amazing! They will remeber that forever! 💃🏻🕺🏼
#ECEchat
In reply to @wolffdavid11
audra_damron
Sep 12 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A6: Stay focused on the Ss and their journey throughout the year. Celebrate all growths (think whole child) with Ss and fams.
#ecechat
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 10:24 PM EDT
So important! Do the things you live for YOU too!
#ecechat
In reply to @CrystalPepperK
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:25 PM EDT
RT Q6: What is one way to keep a joyful spirit all school year long?
#ECEchat
Kmegan_gapinski
Sep 12 @ 10:25 PM EDT
A6
#ECEchat
! These things:
wolffdavid11
Sep 12 @ 10:25 PM EDT
Well said; this is exactly why I returned to the classroom this year!
#ecechat
In reply to @SeaLionLibrary
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 10:25 PM EDT
Now you gotta get more
#pecslearns
peeps to join us!
#ecechat
In reply to @MrsRobinsPKSpEd
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:25 PM EDT
I see you
@SeaLionLibrary
&
@SusieTowber1
getting ideas!!
#ecechat
In reply to @ADutke, @SeaLionLibrary, @SusieTowber1
TeachDB17
Sep 12 @ 10:25 PM EDT
A6. Focus on your students, surround yourself with a positive outlook, that support and uplift. Find joy in the smallest things!
#ecechat
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 10:25 PM EDT
A6. Find your people who are willing to listen, problem solve, support, challenge. Lean on them when needed & return the favor
#ecechat
aharveymitchell
Sep 12 @ 10:26 PM EDT
Love it! ❤️
#ECechat
In reply to @Kmegan_gapinski
kimperclefarias
Sep 12 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A6. Keep joyful by surrounding yourself with positive, like-minding, supportive people
#ECEchat
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:26 PM EDT
Thank you thank you thank you
#ECEChat
I am so glad this chat is back!
RSwd53
Sep 12 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A6:maintain a morning routine and take time to rest and reflect
#ECEchat
byron_gilliland
Sep 12 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A6 remembering that I am helping my Ss get a true STEM experience
#ECEchat
kimperclefarias
Sep 12 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A6. Keep joyful by surrounding yourself with positive, like-minded, supportive people
#ECEchat
cassie_leathers
Sep 12 @ 10:27 PM EDT
Have a great rest of the week
#ECEChat
crew!
aharveymitchell
Sep 12 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A6 For me, I need to find that work/family balance so I can stay healthy & positive to support Ts.
#ecechat
jghfoundation08
Sep 12 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A6: Praising, supporting and lifting each and every student with a smile.
#ecechat
techwnancy
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT
Thank you for joining
#ECEchat
tonight. Remember to follow the awesome
#EarlyEd
friends that you connected with tonight!
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT
What a great chat tonight! Thx
#ECEchat
I’ve missed you all!
BlossJulie
Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT
A6 Take care of self in order to take care of others. Surround yourself w/ a positive, encouraging PLN. Seek joy and U will find it
#ECEchat
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT
#ECEchat
great chat tonight! So energizing and necessary during this time of the school year!
operiumj
Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT
A6: Celebrate every success & realize there's no such thing as Failure, only Learning Experiences!
#ECEchat
aharveymitchell
Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT
Yes! Reflection is very important!
#ECEchat
In reply to @RSwd53
ADutke
Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT
Can't change the world if you stop trying! & I suspect you've already changed the world quite a bit, one child at a time for 24yrs!
#ecechat
In reply to @SeaLionLibrary
CrystalPepperK
Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT
This is a very powerful thing to remember!
#ECEchat
In reply to @SeaLionLibrary
JessicaCabeen
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Here is a list of
#ECEchat
Tweeps to follow and connect with throughout the week
https://t.co/Yb7meemw3p
ECEchat
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Be on the lookout for the archive of tonight's ch via
@participate
Thanks again for joining
#ECEchat
You all made it terrific!
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Join
#ECEchat
next Tuesday, September 19th Getting it Right From the Start: Connecting with Parents
VealHeidi
- Moderator
Sep 12 @ 10:29 PM EDT
A6 Always kipping my WHY at the center of what I do!
#ItsForTheKids
#ECEchat
rpageou
Sep 12 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Yall are the best! Hope to see you on
#ecechat
soon!
In reply to @MrsRobinsPKSpEd, @Liza_Akerley, @emboss_matthews, @camitchell5, @melbolash, @Cheri_Izbicki
KLCseedtotree
Sep 12 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Have a great year everyone!
#ecechat
MarissaEby
Sep 12 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Thank you
#ECEchat
for an awesome chat!!!
techwnancy
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