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BSD7chat Nov 16 @ 10:00 PM EST

Welcome to #BSD7chat. Let's get started w Introductions! @rachelmarker @AdrianAdvinMT @MrHagemeister

In reply to @rachelmarker, @AdrianAdvinMT, @MrHagemeister

erniem04 Nov 16 @ 10:02 PM EST

Good evening! Erin Farrell, 4th grade teacher at Emily Dickinson #bsd7chat

kimforuria Nov 16 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hey all! Kimberly King 3rd #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hi #BSD7chat! Rachel, curric specialist in Bozeman!

BSD7chat Nov 16 @ 10:03 PM EST

Q1: Here's the first question. #BSD7chat @rachelmarker @AdrianAdvinMT

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watsonmontana Nov 16 @ 10:04 PM EST

Hi #BSD7chat! Rob, superintendent, Bozeman A1: I have restarted my journal of gratitudes that I began at the start of the year. It helps.

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:05 PM EST

A1 I find this is a great time of year to start collaborative projects w heavy tech integration. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:06 PM EST

I love this idea! Classes could start these together. Ss add indiv entries that others read. #BSD7chat

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BSD7chat Nov 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

Q2: What kinds of enrichment activities/opportunities can help re-energize students? #BSD7chat @rachelmarker @MrHagemeister @AdrianAdvinMT

MTTeacherCoach Nov 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

Anne Keith, CJMS- Our hall has a "7th graders are thankful for" grafitti wall! #BSD7chat

kimforuria Nov 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1 real-world projects that are relevant! #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A2 Building on @watsonmontana idea of gratitude journal, I'd love to get my Ss blogging + connecting w another class #BSD7chat

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erniem04 Nov 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: Trying to tie-in "happenings" with learning; mock election, Thnksgiving Feast task, brain breaks! Love GameOn! in GoNoodle #bsd7chat

AlisonFeddes Nov 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

Alison Feddes K-5 Special Ed, Hawthorne #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

Oh, nice! Is it year-round or started recently bc of holidays? #BSD7chat

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rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

What have you been doing recently? Wld love to hear! #BSD7chat

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MTTeacherCoach Nov 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

A2: We are trying to "mix up" our schedule. Gets a little boring day in day out with same routine. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

Heard your 4ths did outstanding job w #kinders in mock election. Nice! #BSD7chat

In reply to @erniem04

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

You're here! Yay! #BSD7chat

In reply to @AlisonFeddes

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

You'll have to tweet out some pics! Would LOVE to see this! #BSD7chat

In reply to @MTTeacherCoach

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

Switching up the routine can definitely spice things up--for everyone! #BSD7chat

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BSD7chat Nov 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

Q3: It’s a great time of year to try something new! Share ideas and resources. #BSD7chat @rachelmarker @AdrianAdvinMT @MrHagemeister

erniem04 Nov 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2: We just did a quest speaker via Skype. Ss loved it, so I'm looking for more. My goal is to bring in more guest speakers. #bsd7chat

MTTeacherCoach Nov 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

Voxer! Still trying to learn! #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

A3 Grn scrn w @DoInkTweets, reflecting on lrng w @seesaw, ebooks w @BookCreatorApp. And can't forget: GDrawing to show understndg! #BSD7chat

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rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

This all sounds amazing! Thx for sharing @kimforuria #BSD7chat

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kimforuria Nov 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

Reading Book Fair Project, planning Turkey dinner, book buzzing projects. Planning ways to raise money, G.H
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rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

So proud of our #bookgroup Ts trying @voxer! #BSD7chat

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MTTeacherCoach Nov 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

Voxer! Still trying to learn! #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

They're all just so much FUN! In MS I think I'd weigh in with getting Ss to try blogging. #BSD7chat

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AlisonFeddes Nov 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

A3: @PlayOsmo We added Osmo Pizza Co. to our game list this week. Fun way to practice decimals. #BSD7chat

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erniem04 Nov 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

A3: Minecraft! https://t.co/ZiFCj7zHaI #bsd7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

A3 How about make your own games to demonstrate math understanding @MTTeacherCoach? #BSD7chat

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BSD7chat Nov 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

Q4: Ownership creates engagement + buy-in. How can we give students more voice and choice? #BSD7chat @rachelmarker @AdrianAdvinMT

watsonmontana Nov 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2: Google has launched a new platform for sites that is much improved. Total integration with drive. Great way to re-energize Ss. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

I want to see your Ss in action! Intrigued by all the Osmo games. #BSD7chat

In reply to @AlisonFeddes

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

Wait. What? Possible now on chromebooks?! #BSD7chat

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kimforuria Nov 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3Ss today talked about creat.ideas sparked from Caine's Arcade.plan a cardbmaker https://t.co/bdxRVFc52I off to raise $ for slip. #BSD7chat

AlisonFeddes Nov 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

A4: Having students keep a list of topics they want to learn about and providing time to do so. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A great reminder about @GoogleForEdu Sites. Great option for electronic portfolios. #BSD7chat

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watsonmontana Nov 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2: Google has launched a new platform for sites that is much improved. Total integration with drive. Great way to re-energize Ss. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

Oh, yes, Hour of Code has a minecraft themed option. Fun! #BSD7chat

In reply to @erniem04

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

This sounds very cool. @CainesArcade is such an inspiration--to Ss and adults! #BSD7chat

In reply to @kimforuria, @CainesArcade

erniem04 Nov 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

A4: Wondering if there are resources to help Ts guide Ss to learning more about their personal strengths? Like this for kids? #bsd7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

Sounds like some valuable 20% time. Wondrful time of yr to provide time for Ss to explore passions. #BSD7chat

In reply to @AlisonFeddes

BSD7chat Nov 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

Q5: 'Tis the season of Giving... #BSD7chat @rachelmarker @AdrianAdvinMT

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rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

I keep seeing Ts reference @thrively. Looks pretty powerful. #BSD7chat

In reply to @erniem04, @thrively

erniem04 Nov 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

A5: Saw on the news a Belgrade 2nd grade class grocery shopped with a donated budget and gave food to food bank. #bsd7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

A5 I've thought about a guided #geniushour that has a focus on Giving Back. Resrch needs in community. Brainstrm how 2 contribute. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator Nov 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

What a great idea. Simple, but powerful. #BSD7chat

In reply to @erniem04

AlisonFeddes Nov 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

A5: Instead of homework, inspire students to do random acts of kindness. #BSD7chat

BarbaraGruener Nov 12 @ 11:33 AM EST

Just found our first #Kindness calendar for holidays sparkle! #kindnessmatters #BeKind https://t.co/7llZRT7l4Z