#miched Archive

The #michED chat is a grassroots effort dedicated to giving teachers, students, and parents across Michigan a bigger voice in the conversation about education in our state. We welcome all voices through a variety of projects, media, and social networking. We’re trying to address educational issues through apolitical conversation, spreading ideas and stories of success from Michigan classrooms across the state, and helping teachers and students regain the courage to connect and demonstrate that schools in Michigan are creating amazing opportunities for learning. We want the face and voice of education in Michigan to be a mural of shared experiences and positive examples of connected learning.

Wednesday November 2, 2016
8:00 PM EDT

OaklandELA Nov 2 @ 8:00 PM EDT

.@axf96 explains how to keep students reading all year https://t.co/0rj66AVj76 #miched #languagearts #elemchat
In reply to @axf96
MrsMurat Nov 2 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Check out this S extension review! https://t.co/PudN32DdYN #suptchat #csk8 #fledchat #gwinchat #ldcchat #miched #ncadmin #currichat #ntchat
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Greetings #miched I will be moderating w/ @ErinMastin tonight as we have a conversation around partying in school! Please introduce yourself
In reply to @ErinMastin
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Did someone say party? #Miched
kithard Nov 2 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hey there #miched. Kit from Sarnia, ON. EdTech for @PHSchools What candy am I ? Kit Kat, duh!
In reply to @PHSchools
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Our questions are here if you know what type of candy you are already #miched ... https://t.co/wf0O4E7DxZ
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Our questions are here if you know what type of candy you are already #miched ... https://t.co/fTIPtO4lRt
TeacherHattie Nov 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hattie, Novi HS ELA. Love this topic. We don't gave nearly enough fun in hs!! #miched
ronhoutman Nov 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hello awesome #MichED educators - I'm Ron from @kentisd in Grand Rapids and @remc8 and @macul too.
In reply to @kentisd, @REMC8, @MACUL
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi @TeacherHattie! Thanks for joining us tonight. We need to change how the HS handles holidays. Shake it up a bit #miched
In reply to @TeacherHattie
Denniston_Steve Nov 2 @ 8:04 PM EDT

#MichED Steve Denniston, retired in Muskegon. Just lurking today, missing my chat friends. Candy corn. Stay pretty much the same day-to-day
AmyLynnRever Nov 2 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi all! Amy here. I teach middle school band. We were playing holiday tunes in our Halloween costumes on Friday. :) #miched
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi Ron! Nice to see you. #miched
In reply to @ronhoutman, @kentisd, @REMC8, @MACUL
TeacherHattie Nov 2 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Amen! Didn't realize just how un-fun we were until my son hit elementary school. We're doing it wrong! #miched
In reply to @ErinMastin
massignmenthelp Nov 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT

How to study Mathematics https://t.co/MyfYA03W0T #FLedchat #Gwinchat #innovateNJ #LDCchat #miched #ncadmin #suptchat
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Colorful and sweet. I’d say candy corn fits you Steve! #Miched
In reply to @Denniston_Steve
heathergauck Nov 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT

#miched Heather Gauck- Resource K-4 Grand Rapids Public Schools
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Having kids is really powerful for teachers, good to see other classrooms #miched
In reply to @TeacherHattie, @ErinMastin
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Nice to see you Heather, first question is coming shortly #miched
In reply to @heathergauck
JoanneDuford Nov 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Joanne, preservice teacher in Lenawee County #miched
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT

I learn more about my fellow teachers when my own kids have them. Always amazing me. #miched
In reply to @jrommel, @TeacherHattie
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1 - What is your favorite holiday to celebrate in school? Why? #miched
tmaynard5 Nov 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hello #miched. Tara, 8th math, from Zeeland. I'm thinking Milky Way. Always dreaming about the next galaxy!
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1 - I think Thanksgiving - promotes so many positive values - previous school had a special luncheon for all Ss together #miched
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: I enjoy Christmas because we learn about the traditions and customs of our families along with those of other countries. #miched
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT

I do like Thanksgiving too! So hard to choose! #miched
In reply to @jrommel
Denniston_Steve Nov 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Valentine's Day because the kids are actively affirming each other. #MichED
kithard Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: I enjoy seeing all the creativity of Halloween. But I have to admit that holiday celebrations have never been my forte. #miched
techsavvyed Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: My favorite holiday to celebrate in school is Halloween. Gives everyone (even adults) an opportunity to be a bit silly. #miched
AmyLynnRever Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Halloween is always fun because we get experiences like this. 😁 #miched
tmaynard5 Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Agree w/ @jrommel in Thanksgiving. Usually have kids create ideal guests around Thanksgiving table and why. Learn lots about Ss #miched
In reply to @jrommel
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT
Another good choice! #miched
- Denniston_Steve Nov 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT
  
  A1: Valentine's Day because the kids are actively affirming each other. #MichED
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Yeah it is a good icebreaker kind of day for the kids and teachers. We get to all relax a bit and have fun together #miched
In reply to @techsavvyed
ronhoutman Nov 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: My favorite is Thanksgiving... focusing on being grateful is a good thing #MichEd
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT
Always fun to see how the kids react to their teachers being silly - makes them 'real' and helps Ss feel appreciated #miched
- techsavvyed Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
  
  A1: My favorite holiday to celebrate in school is Halloween. Gives everyone (even adults) an opportunity to be a bit silly. #miched
AllysonApsey Nov 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Evening! Allyson, elementary principal from Zeeland, MI #miched
MI_CTN Nov 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT

#MichEd A1 The day before Winter Break. A big sigh of relief after a long semester.
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Thanks for joining Allyson! Appreciate you adding your voice to #miched tonight Here's the questions - https://t.co/fTIPtO4lRt
In reply to @AllysonApsey
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Hi @AllysonApsey glad you could make it! #miched
In reply to @AllysonApsey
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2: How do you celebrate holidays while acknowledging the realities of diverse populations? #miched
AllysonApsey Nov 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: MLK Jr day is a favorite of mine, great day to remember that one person can change the world, in a peaceful and beautiful way #miched
MI_CTN Nov 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT

It's a celebration of a long first half of the year. #MichEd
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
And a defacto 1/2 way point in a lot of ways, good moment for reflection during the year #miched
- MI_CTN Nov 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT
  
  #MichEd A1 The day before Winter Break. A big sigh of relief after a long semester.
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT

oh yeah good one. Dang I forget about how many holidays we acknowledge in schools. #miched
In reply to @AllysonApsey
AmyLynnRever Nov 2 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: Can be a challenge to do authentically, but I try and choose music to reflect different backgrounds. #miched
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:14 PM EDT
A2) Teach all sorts of traditions / holidays. Open Ss eyes to other ways of celebrating #miched
- ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
  
  Q2: How do you celebrate holidays while acknowledging the realities of diverse populations? #miched
AllysonApsey Nov 2 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Allow students to explore holidays and traditions and share with each other, give all a voice #miched
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Celebrating through music is a great way to connect our kiddos with other cultures! #miched
- AmyLynnRever Nov 2 @ 8:14 PM EDT
  
  A2: Can be a challenge to do authentically, but I try and choose music to reflect different backgrounds. #miched
giveawaynobble Nov 2 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Allow students to explore holidays and traditions and share with each other, give all a voice #miched
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: We keep the discussions around the Christmas season focused on the traditions families have. Stockings, gatherings, food, etc. #miched
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 - I think tech can connect our Ss in authentic ways - skype / google hangout w/ others around celebrations / virtual parties #miched
kithard Nov 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Very interesting question, and one we need to work on. Share more similarities between cultural celebrations around the world? #miched
heathergauck Nov 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT

#miched A2 at the basic level we have a spot for Ss who do not celebrate Halloween to watch a movie & parents set up Day of the Dead display
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT
I believe that Ss having a solid understanding of their own family is very important - love when school reinforces this #miched
- ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:16 PM EDT
  
  A2: We keep the discussions around the Christmas season focused on the traditions families have. Stockings, gatherings, food, etc. #miched
MI_CTN Nov 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: Talking traditions around the holidays is a good way to share and connect. #MichEd
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3 - Does your school hold any building wide activities on party days? #miched
JoanneDuford Nov 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT
A1: Halloween/Day of the Dead. Only celebration where my husband understands and is involved with my love of education #miched
- jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT
  
  Q1 - What is your favorite holiday to celebrate in school? Why? #miched
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: We research the history behind a lot of the traditions and it is very interesting. #miched
kithard Nov 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: Traditions are important to everyone. Taking time to recognize that universal connection can help when a specific holiday up. #miched
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3: the 45 min before winter vacation we all sing carols together as a school. Very fun and sweet. #miched
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 - I was able to help/plan a Halloween Maker Day with a local school - lots of fun! #miched
JoanneDuford Nov 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A2: Teach history in a grade appropriate manner and have students bring their traditions to the party. #miched
- ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
  
  Q2: How do you celebrate holidays while acknowledging the realities of diverse populations? #miched
MI_CTN Nov 2 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Letting students organize class party's is great for them. They enjoy the ownership of it. #MichEd
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: For Halloween the elementary has a parade through the HS gym. The band plays music and community watches. #miched
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Nice way to connect the community! #miched
- ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:24 PM EDT
  
  A3: For Halloween the elementary has a parade through the HS gym. The band plays music and community watches. #miched
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q4: What are some strategies you use to balance fun and focus in the classroom? #miched
kithard Nov 2 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: The elementary next door to our admin building always does a parade for Halloween. Fun to see the kiddos :-) #miched
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
Or ... what are some strategies for balancing #miched with World Series Game 7? :)
- ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:25 PM EDT
  
  Q4: What are some strategies you use to balance fun and focus in the classroom? #miched
MI_CTN Nov 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: I remember the Halloween parades in Elementary. So fun seeing everyone dressed up and recognized by staff. #MichEd
techsavvyed Nov 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A4: Curious to know how some teachers are going to handle World Series parties tomorrow ;) #miched
JoanneDuford Nov 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A3: The school I'm currently at does after school events but not school-wide party events #miched
- jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT
  
  Q3 - Does your school hold any building wide activities on party days? #miched
KellyHincks1 Nov 2 @ 8:27 PM EDT

When a field trip became more! https://t.co/p5q0wsPahr #tlchat #MichEd
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:27 PM EDT

I think we should just make the World Series a Holiday. #miched
In reply to @jrommel
kithard Nov 2 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A4: We can always incorporate reading and writing related to the holidays as a way to keep our celebrations "academic" #miched
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:28 PM EDT
And I think if we substitute 'family traditions' for holidays it's a great way to connect Ss with families #miched
- kithard Nov 2 @ 8:27 PM EDT
  
  A4: We can always incorporate reading and writing related to the holidays as a way to keep our celebrations "academic" #miched
AllysonApsey Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
We do too, much loved tradition #miched
- kithard Nov 2 @ 8:25 PM EDT
  
  A3: The elementary next door to our admin building always does a parade for Halloween. Fun to see the kiddos :-) #miched
JoanneDuford Nov 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT
A4: currently in K classroom, so theme work-i.e. pumpkin rhyming, bat math, pumpkin/leaf investigation, vote for duck, etc. #Miched
- ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:25 PM EDT
  
  Q4: What are some strategies you use to balance fun and focus in the classroom? #miched
MI_CTN Nov 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT

I think a day of fun and relaxation away from books and tests is healthy. Builds SEL in the class. #MichEd
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Q5 - What do you do to ensure student engagement the day before longer breaks? #miched
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: I love doing a STEM activity that relates to the holiday. We just did one where we tried to launch candy to trick or treaters. #miched
kithard Nov 2 @ 8:31 PM EDT
That's a very cool idea. #candytrebuchet #miched
- ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:31 PM EDT
  
  A4: I love doing a STEM activity that relates to the holiday. We just did one where we tried to launch candy to trick or treaters. #miched
EduGladiators Nov 2 @ 8:32 PM EDT

NEW SERIES starts Sat "Encouraging Curiosity" w/ @maverikcrq Asking Good Questions! #EduGladiators #Fledchat #Gwinchat #miched #ncadmin
MI_CTN Nov 2 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A5: Student planned events for that day. It's built in engagement and buy in. #MichEd
MEMSPAchat Nov 2 @ 8:34 PM EDT

#MEMSPAchat - Join us TOMORROW at 8pm Building and Maintaining a Positive, Healthy School Culture w/ guest moderator @dougammeraal #miched
In reply to @dougammeraal
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A5: I like to have our finally for a project on the day before vacation. Gives us something to shoot for. #miched
kithard Nov 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A5: I think the day before a break can be a good time to work on Social Emotional Learning. Team building activities, sharing trads #miched
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A5: Gotta build up to something Ss want to experience, not a movie or something passive, something active with classmates #miched
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:36 PM EDT
It keeps getting better, and I love it even more! #miched
- ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  The reason behind it is to help a guys who is too sick to pass out candy. So there was a purpose other that tossing candy.
  In reply to @Denniston_Steve
MI_CTN Nov 2 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: At the HS level, students long for classic shows from younger years. A brief escape from the HS grind and pressure. #MichEd
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@Denniston_Steve #miched
In reply to @jrommel, @Denniston_Steve
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q6: Give examples of how you tie content into games or activities? #miched
heathergauck Nov 2 @ 8:41 PM EDT

#miched A6 We make chatterpix that tie in with the holiday theme https://t.co/OirtDIO3Lx
kithard Nov 2 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6: Candy count graphs for Halloween. #miched
mcculloughmg Nov 2 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6 Ditto @heathergauck on the Chatterpix #miched
In reply to @heathergauck
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6: Quick there is a commercial…we created boats, tested to see which boat could hold the most weight, then used hair dryer to sail. #miched
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Q7: What is a staff activity you have experienced that promoted a positive atmosphere around the holidays? #miched
heathergauck Nov 2 @ 8:44 PM EDT

#miched Even simple backgrounds on piccollages make spelling words festive https://t.co/RsuH6VDYQJ
mcculloughmg Nov 2 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A7 Replaced the typical Staff Meeting with @breakoutEDU for holiday fun! #miched
In reply to @breakoutEDU
JoanneDuford Nov 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
A6: Tomorrow, we are reading Duck for President, voting, and graphing results to learn more about the election process. #Miched
- ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:40 PM EDT
  
  Q6: Give examples of how you tie content into games or activities? #miched
heathergauck Nov 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT

#miched A7 we have snack and chat...potluck set up before school and everyone eats and connects...
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A7: just getting together outside of school to enjoy each other goes a long way. #miched
kithard Nov 2 @ 8:47 PM EDT
Food and potlucks are an important part of staff bonding. #miched
- heathergauck Nov 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
  
  #miched A7 we have snack and chat...potluck set up before school and everyone eats and connects...
JoanneDuford Nov 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
A7: The staff rec'd a "boo" (paper ghost and small gift) and had to then gift two fellow staff members. #Miched
- jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:43 PM EDT
  
  Q7: What is a staff activity you have experienced that promoted a positive atmosphere around the holidays? #miched
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Students can always pick up on staff morale - celebrating like this as a group is a good way to show them they're cared for #miched
MI_CTN Nov 2 @ 8:49 PM EDT

The Tuesday before Thanksgiving a teacher and I organize a night out for the Eng department. It's a blast! #MichEd
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Little bit going on tonight #miched - enjoy the game and thanks for contributing!
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Spring break might not be an official holiday but we all eat lunch w/ Ss. No tables. We eat on beach towels and wear beach clothes. #miched
mcculloughmg Nov 2 @ 8:52 PM EDT

As an admin. I used to give a holiday card for '30min off' where I and other admin would cover their classroom 'just because' #miched
michEDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Thanks to @ErinMastin and @jrommel for partying with us this evening :) #miched
In reply to @ErinMastin, @jrommel
kithard Nov 2 @ 8:53 PM EDT

High five to @jrommel and @ErinMastin for hosting tonight's #miched chat. You rock!
In reply to @jrommel, @ErinMastin
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Class dismissed #miched! Enjoy your evening.
jrommel Nov 2 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Thanks @ErinMastin - I always learn from you! #miched
In reply to @ErinMastin
ErinMastin Nov 2 @ 8:56 PM EDT

dido! #miched
In reply to @jrommel
_ShabanaJameel Nov 2 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Good chat. It sounded more like a local chat related to Teaching in Michigan. Hope everyone had a good #Halloween. 🎃 #MichEd