Hi #EDUar.. i dunno (can’t remember) if i’ve joined this chat before. I’m urbie. I’m a grandparent x 3. I design learning experiences, mostly broadcast video based, supporting clinician PD. I participate in a lot of #EdCamp & #WeAreCUE#reimaginePD
It's great to work with colleagues like @2018ATOY ! I know that when you work with awesome people you are awesome, too! Awesome-ness is contagious!!! #EduAR
I’m Stacey. I teach Communication and AVID (Advancement via Individual Determination - a college and career readiness class) at Little Rock Central High School. #EduAr
In reply to
@2018ATOY, @bethhill2829, @nortnik, @Lindsey_Bohler
I’m Stacey. I teach Communication and AVID (Advancement via Individual Determination - a college and career readiness class) at Little Rock Central High School. #EduAr
In reply to
@2018ATOY, @bethhill2829, @nortnik, @Lindsey_Bohler
A1: I started "teaching" as a grad assistant in college along with doing research. I really loved it surprisingly! Loved when students learned something and they just lit up! #EDUAR
A1: I became a teacher because early on, I knew that knowledge was so powerful. The thought of providing outlets for kids to learn is something I have dreamed of since age 7. #EduAR#LoveTeaching
A1: I became a teacher because I wanted to instill my passion of learning & reading with students. Teaching allows me to be creative and use various techniques to keep students engaged. I love to see when my Ss grow over the year. #EduAR
A1: As a child of poverty I knew from an early age the getting a good education was my only hope! I wanted to extend that hope to others! #LoveTeaching#eduar
A1: I became a teacher to be that person for kiddos that needed a safe place to land. I also was a dreamer and I wanted to make other dreamers see their "daydreaming" as a skill istead of a behavior issue. #eduAR
A1: Why teach? To change the world! To be a little part of change for as many around me as possible. To learn alongside the most amazing cast of people. To know no day would be the same. To strive towards the excellence of my best teachers. #eduar
A1: I was in corporate America dying a slow death. Was going to then work at an orphanage in Rwanda and after a trip there I got a job in Little Rock and my eyes were open to the needs in my own hometown. I loved creating an environment that fostered a joy for learning! #EduAR
A1: I was inspried to beocme a teacher by my first child. I was amazed at the learning process and watching him reach every milestone. Made me want to be a part of that jouney for other children. #eduar#LoveTeaching
A1: I was in corporate America dying a slow death. Was going to then work at an orphanage in Rwanda and after a trip there I got a job in Little Rock and my eyes were open to the needs in my own hometown. I loved creating an environment that fostered a joy for learning! #EduAR
So good to see you! It is amasing what you are doing in your district and the amazing things your teachers do for students. @VirtualArkansas is honored to partner with you all! #EduAR
A1: I used to teach my stuff animals all kinds of things! My mama bought me a very old desk from a flea market, and I set up a classroom in the corner of our living room. #EduAR#LoveTeaching
A1: I think I always knew I wanted to be a teacher. My parents always instilled in me to give back to something bigger than myself and to love others. Plus, my parents were both teachers I loved watching them with their students. #EduAR#LoveTeaching
A1: creative by nature and love to bring out creativity in others. Favorite Kindergarten. Love to communicate with them . Love their questions, stories, curiosity, and honesty. #eduAR
A1: Yes, changing the world through impact and learning. IT is the biggest life-changer... I have seen the trajectory of so many students change because of the impact of a teacher and/or teachers. #makingadifference#EduAR
A1: I don’t remember NOT wanting to be a teacher! It chose me, called loudly & I listened! I’ve always loved kids, I wanted to be the best teacher on the planet (work in progress) and I wanted to make learning fun while I made a difference in the world. #Eduar#LoveTeaching
#EDUar A1a I think I’m teacher-like since i began receiving most of my PD alongside Ts starting with #EdCampWestTexas in ’13. As soon as I got back to work Monday I started selling ideas on how to leverage #geniusHour#tlap#andragogy +
A1. My incredible science teachers & coaches made a huge positive impact in my life. I knew in 8th grade I wanted to teach & coach to make a big positive impact! #EduAR#LoveTeaching
A1: As a child of poverty I knew from an early age the getting a good education was my only hope! I wanted to extend that hope to others! #LoveTeaching#eduar
A1: As a child of poverty I knew from an early age the getting a good education was my only hope! I wanted to extend that hope to others! #LoveTeaching#eduar
A1: Crazy thing about becoming a teacher... My mom knew I would be a teacher and good at it before I did. I called her in college to tell her I changed my major from PR/Advertisiing to Elementary Ed and she basically said #itoldyouso#eduAR
A1 I was born into a family of educators! Their love and passion for teaching ignited mine at an early age! It is a calling on my heart that has always been undeniable! I #LoveTeaching with all my ❤️! #eduar
#EDUar A1b I guess I did it because learning [sometimes at least] should be enjoyable, memorable and something to share with others well after the event, not unlike coffee table photo albums & summer vacay videos.
A1: I became a classroom teacher shortly after/as a result of my brother’s death. Ultimately it was the realization that life is too short to spend your time not walking in your purpose. #LoveTeaching#EduAr#TeachArkansas
A1 I was born into a family of educators! Their love and passion for teaching ignited mine at an early age! It is a calling on my heart that has always been undeniable! I #LoveTeaching with all my ❤️! #eduar
Mariana, here! 👋🏽 Math Coach @PasadenaISD_TX! First time joining this chat!
A1: I became a teacher to give back. I am the first person in my family to attend and graduate college & that was inspired by many of my teachers. I want to be part of that for someone. ❤️ #EduAR
A1: As a child of poverty I knew from an early age the getting a good education was my only hope! I wanted to extend that hope to others! #LoveTeaching#eduar
#EDUar A1c Kinda like this @8Amber8 tweet.. I seen how it was lemme try n make it what i can be.
Dunno what it’d be like if i were in a room of 2nd graders (i took a test once that suggested my teaching could encompass K-2).
A1: A 4th grade kiddo said to me the other day (as she was hugging me), “I have hugged you every day that we’ve both been at school. What am I going to do in middle school next year without your hugs?”
Wow.
#LoveTeaching#EduAR
A1: Barbara Holleman taught 10th grade biology and she rocked my world! Her energy and passion had a huge impact on my career choice. #eduar#LoveTeaching@bethhill2829
Couldn’t miss #LoveTeaching week on #EduAR when one of the many reasons I ❤️ teaching is the inspiration I receive/have received from leaders like you @bethhill2829!!
A1: Barbara Holleman taught 10th grade biology and she rocked my world! Her energy and passion had a huge impact on my career choice. #eduar#LoveTeaching@bethhill2829
A2: Our kids rock! I just appreciate a ‘have a great day Mr. Wasem’, or a fist bump, side hug, a smile, yes sir, no sir. Politeness and consideration are free! #eduar
I’m Stacey. I teach Communication and AVID (Advancement via Individual Determination - a college and career readiness class) at Little Rock Central High School. #EduAr
In reply to
@2018ATOY, @bethhill2829, @nortnik, @Lindsey_Bohler
A2: Tonight in our after school program a 4th grader shared that his favorite moment from today was when he got to sit and talk with me. I thought Wow, my words and time make an impact! #EduAR#LoveTeaching
A2: Several of my Ss are now adults & parents. I had a student that struggled in 6th & 8th she is now a Nurse Practitioner & teaches nursing classes. She told me she was teaching b/c of me... I knew she could & she wants to pass on that belief to others. #eduAR
A2: Our kids rock! I just appreciate a ‘have a great day Mr. Wasem’, or a fist bump, side hug, a smile, yes sir, no sir. Politeness and consideration are free! #eduar
#EDUar A2a Last year i did a #realities360 session on #ARVRinEDU.. i think i could have done a lot better. As I was beating myself up whilst putting my gear away two people came up and thanked me for sharing in way that ‘spoke’ to them. #wow#humbled
A1: I became a teacher to invest in the community I grew up in. I want my struggling/disadvantaged students to know no matter what their current situation is, IT DOES NOT DEFINE THEM. They are so much more than they give themselves credit for. #eduAR
I constantly hear from students that my teachers share with me the impact that our @VirtualArkansas teachers have on them. They are challenged and encouraged. Our teachers know the and in turn they respond both in their academics and in their personal success. #eduAR
A2: I’ve been working w/ a 1st grader that recently moved from Honduras- so she doesn’t have much schooling. Today she said “I didn’t know anything, but now I do.” And it brought tears to my eyes... she sees that she can learn, and j get to be a part of that! #LoveTeaching#EduAR
A2: A student called me (from parents phone) from a competition to personally thanked me for staying extra late multiple days in a row so they could complete their robotics project. He isn't a student of mine but I volunteered my time to help make him a success! #EDUAR
A2: I sent this video out to kids today on our daily broadcast. A kid came up today and told me that I needed a hug from one of my valentines. ❤️ #EduAR#LoveTeaching
A2: This activity in the cafe yesterday was very humbling! It just drives home that the importance of what we do is the most important work in the land ! #LoveTeaching#EduAR
A2. The anticipation and excitement of beginning a new unit; the love and support Ss show to one another; holding fast to the laughter #LoveTeaching#EduAR
A3: A culture of learning for ALL is necessary. We must focus on the andragogy, and empower teachers to be their best, to lead each other, and to love each other. #EduAR#LoveTeaching
A2 Yesterday,as I progressed monitored a student in reading, she blew me away with her progress&confidence. When she looked up from the text, her eyes were glowing and her face lit up with such joy at the sound of her own fluent reading!We hugged&celebrated&that’s my why! #eduar
A3: I think above anything a school has to have a shared vision and shared values, along with strong relationships! Teachers should feel they are trusted to create a learning environment for ALL students. #EduAR#LoveTeaching
A3: Culture of Collaboration and Quality. Clarity and Support. If expectations are clear for all then everyone knows where they stand. When the expectations are reinforced and celebrated in public and those that are not met addressed in private... everyone wins. #eduAR
Q2: I recently received a video message from a former student who was “a ward of the State” when I had her...she’s in her last year of college...& said I (not the classroom or the subject) was and will always be her “home”. 💞😢#TeachArkansas#EduAr#LoveTeaching
A3: Create a culture and climate that supports teaching and learning set with strong relationships with students, families, and the community! #EduAR#TeachArkansas#JoyfulLeaders
A3: Teachers need to feel supported, respected , valued . Putting things in place to support teachers emotional and professional well being should be paramount for leaders . Additional planning time , providing needed supplies , coffee , chocolate , a break. #EduAR
#EDUar A2b A month later we did another project. And a month later, another. I think if we’d had time (a moment or three?) during any given week to doodle that would have been something. I’m pretty shy about my art tho not so much as in years passed. Fear of criticism recedes..
A3: Ensure that teachers have a voice, and can share things they want to change or do to support kids and our school. They have amazing ideas and should all contribute. #EduAR#LoveTeaching
A2. A 4th grade student wrote me a card thanking me for all I do for @StarCitySchools. She knew it was important “even though she isn’t exactly sure what I do”. #EduAR#LoveTeaching
A2. A 4th grade student wrote me a card thanking me for all I do for @StarCitySchools. She knew it was important “even though she isn’t exactly sure what I do”. #EduAR#LoveTeaching
A3: Put the needs of students first - in all decisions. Provide a safe environment that allows for calculated risk taking - Making decisions around student’s needs, the collective mission of the school, and the teaching and learning needs of the school - win/win/win. #eduar
A3: We celebrate teachers, facilitators and students featured in our Monthly Spotlight. I also celebrate the amazing things Ts do in going the extra mile through our weekly "Pieces of Flair" they get a flair pen and a certificate given out by "Ric Flair" aka @BohlerJason#eduAR
A2: Two recent statements reminded me #whyiteach: a student came to me after a discussion said “thank you for that” & last week I heard a student say to another student “this is the best thing I’ve ever read.” #EduAR#LoveTeaching
A3: Put the needs of students first - in all decisions. Provide a safe environment that allows for calculated risk taking - Making decisions around student’s needs, the collective mission of the school, and the teaching and learning needs of the school - win/win/win. #eduar
What's Best For Kids...may not always be what's best for adults! We must always remember that too! Change is tough...But Kids' needs come first! #LoveTeaching#EduAR
A3: Put the needs of students first - in all decisions. Provide a safe environment that allows for calculated risk taking - Making decisions around student’s needs, the collective mission of the school, and the teaching and learning needs of the school - win/win/win. #eduar
Q3: A culture that encourages teachers to #LoveTeaching must treat teachers like professionals, honor their voice, and keep the focus on what is best for students. #EduAR#TeachArkansas
Autonomy is so iimportant and it also encourages risk-taking. I have my teachers lead PD often. The teachers would rather listen to them thanto me anyway!!! #eduAR
A3: Ensure that teachers have a voice, and can share things they want to change or do to support kids and our school. They have amazing ideas and should all contribute. #EduAR#LoveTeaching
A3: Making decisions based on whats best for the kids! Providing them genuine opportunities to excel and show their talents....for BOTH students AND teachers! #EDUAR
#EDUar A3a My favorite-et teacher in all the world was CDB (Mrs. Christina Davies Beeson), sophomore English & journalism teacher at Colton (CA) High. She loved what she did. Most awesome other Ts were those who loved what they did, too. Uncle Andrew, Chief Langdon.. +
A2: Thank you note from a senior: “You helped shape me into the person I am.” Sophomore: “You are my favorite teacher, but this class (content) is hard.” It’s all about the relationships people. #EduAR
A3: I think this is a tough one! With the testing climate, teachers feel the pressure & often don’t feel the ❤️ for teaching. School leaders should communicate that learning matters, and the scores will come. #EduAR#LoveTeaching
A3: Create a culture and climate that supports teaching and learning set with strong relationships with students, families, and the community! #EduAR#TeachArkansas#JoyfulLeaders
So true. Students want the same thing as well. If we want teachers to have student-directed/student-led learning where student voice and choice are honored, we must do the same for our Lead Learners!!! #EduAR
Q3: A culture that encourages teachers to #LoveTeaching must treat teachers like professionals, honor their voice, and keep the focus on what is best for students. #EduAR#TeachArkansas
A3. Everyone wants to feel like their work is important. And as teachers their impact is the difference that helps our students succeed! Share with them how important they are, they change worlds! #EduAR@EnergyBusSchool#Loveyourpassengers#LoveTeaching
A4: I feel very supported as a lead learner by my tribe @CentralCabotpK4. I cried in front of my leadership team this week. I never cry much, especially in front of others. Everyone has to drop the cape sometimes. #EduAR#LoveTeaching
#EDUar A3c Establish a way, somehow, for the adults in the room to connect with their inner kiddo to bring that love/passion to the fore. Beyond that, dunno. Maybe #tlap it?
A2. A 6th grade student walking out the door...”Bye Mom!” I love knowing they feel so loved and comfortable they forget they are at school and that I’m not their mom!💕💕 #eduAR
Q1. I became a teacher to be that "one" teacher my students can depend on. I am blessed to have had a teacher that literally save my life and I became a teacher knowing that I may have that same impact on a child one day. #EduAR#LoveTeaching#TeachArkansas
A2: a kiddo came up to me in the bus lane today after Valentine’s Day parties and said “I love this school Mr. Helmick! I feel so loved by you and my teachers!” #priceless#EduAR
A3: Promote trusting relationships. Listen to the teachers. Engage in meaningful, authentic and courageous conversations. Play together. #LoveTeaching#EduAr#TeachArkansas
A3. Who wants to be in a school where the culture is toxic? You can walk into such a school & know that relationships, respect, & trust are not valued. Listening to the conversations by the Ts, Ss, & parents while in a school will tell you a lot about what they do value! #eduar
A3. It is true that a positive culture starts at the top. It is modeled and discussed by administration and it trickles down to teachers. A principal can make or break a school with their philosophy and what they exude in every day conversations and actions with Ts. #eduar
A4: I have the privilege to work with truly amazing educators. They inspire, encourage, support, and challenge me. And they make me laugh! #EduAR#LoveTeaching
Hi everyone! Sorry I was late to the party...I was driving home from the state board dinner as quickly as possible. I'm Randi House, kindergarten teacher at Theodore Jones Elem @ConwaySchools . Also a NBCT! #EduAR#LoveTeaching#TeachArkansas
A3: Put the needs of students first - in all decisions. Provide a safe environment that allows for calculated risk taking - Making decisions around student’s needs, the collective mission of the school, and the teaching and learning needs of the school - win/win/win. #eduar
A3. Schools need to be a place that feels like family. Families that support, encourage and push each other to be our best. Communication and teamwork have a huge impact! #eduAR
A3: Give teachers a voice. Be there to support each other. Build strong relationships. We must have a foundation to build a culture. It all starts with feeling valued. #EduAR
A4: My teachers in my hallway. We bounce ideas off each other, help each other out in emergencies, help support and encourage each other on those tough days! #EDUAR
A4: My teachers encourage me to keep going by their kindness , grace , and patience with myself , each other and our students . I mean sometimes I just have to face the fact that I messed something up and say , “ Sorry , my bad.” #EduAR
A3. Teachers can change a culture in a school by recognizing the hard work that other colleagues are doing on daily basis. This may come in several different forms of communication i.e., the same concept applies when recognizing students' positive behaviors. #eduar
#EDUar A4a So I’m not a K-12 teacher, right? Since ’99 working at an Intel Pentium fab in Arizona I began practicing instructional design. Lately that’s morphed into crafting learning experiences. Pretty much every #EdCamper who shared a story (win or miss)shares/supports me +
A4: There are many! Those who are in your circle of laughter, tears, confidence, cheerleading, encouragement, growth, etc. Thank you!! #EduAR#TeachArkansas
A4: My teachers in my hallway. We bounce ideas off each other, help each other out in emergencies, help support and encourage each other on those tough days! #EDUAR
A4. There are many great people who encourage and help me each day! Building colleagues, other GT teachers, TICP peeps and more! Love my “people”!❤️#eduAR
A3. Ts can create, teach & promote a common language of positive & negative behaviors across campus. The power of a common language is so Ss & parents understand expectations. The better constructed, the less problems Ts will face throughout the school year. #eduar
A3. Everyone wants to feel like their work is important. And as teachers their impact is the difference that helps our students succeed! Share with them how important they are, they change worlds! #EduAR@EnergyBusSchool#Loveyourpassengers#LoveTeaching
A4 We don’t get to teach together,but a shoutout to @ables_meghan for supporting all teachers across this state and working every day to elevate our profession!Her presence @ArkansasEd is a game changer for teachers in our state & I sure appreciate her cheering loud 4 us! #EduAR
A4: My #edusistas@bethhill2829@Lindsey_Bohler push me daily to strive to be a better version of myself. They are creative, motivated and passionate about their calling! Both are fearless leaders that are not afraid to speak up for kids. #eduar#LoveTeaching#valueadd
A4: I #loveteaching With a colleague of mine because they support and encourage me with great ideas to support my students. I have been blessed w/many great educators who continue to be a positive support. #EduAR
#EDUar A4b #designthinking brings out the best, or so it seems, in the clinicians whose PD i support. Pretty much every one of ‘em who shares a tale or woe inspires and supports me to help get to whoopee (Ms Michele Jackman taught me that)https://t.co/kwylzzZcLF
A4: My #edusistas@bethhill2829@Lindsey_Bohler push me daily to strive to be a better version of myself. They are creative, motivated and passionate about their calling! Both are fearless leaders that are not afraid to speak up for kids. #eduar#LoveTeaching#valueadd
A3. One of the quickest ways to build staff culture without a strong principal is to create friendships among the Ts. Find people who are like you and that have a passion for education. Meeting with staff outside of the school setting supports each other's mental welfare. #eduar
@ables_meghan is an insanely supportive teacher who cheers LOUDLY and enthusiastically for all educators. She works diligently for all teachers in Arkansas and will be your biggest fan! #EduAR#LoveTeaching#TeachArkansas
A5: 1. Find your tribe, and hold them tight! 2. Keep a gratitude journal for the good days and most importantly for the tough days. I try to write down at least 5 good things that happened before heading out for the day. Especially after a rough day. #LoveTeaching#EduAR
A5: Try not to get wrapped up in the office gossip! I found its best to stay out of the lounge. But most important when making decisions, ask yourself "Is this whats best for our kids?" You can't go wrong there! #EDUAR
#EDUar A5a #EdCampWestTexas in ’13 was the watershed event in my professional development so far this century. Who knew learning alongside people who weren’t instructional designers could be so instructive? +
A4 We don’t get to teach together,but a shoutout to @ables_meghan for supporting all teachers across this state and working every day to elevate our profession!Her presence @ArkansasEd is a game changer for teachers in our state & I sure appreciate her cheering loud 4 us! #EduAR
A5. 3 things...1. Laugh DAILY (take care of yourself). 2. Accept help from others when needed. 3. Always strive to learn new ways/techniques/ideas to teach with (mix it up so you don’t burn out). #eduAR
A2: When my students tell me thank you for asking how they are doing, saying ‘happy Birthday’ or just simply helping them with their history work, reminds me of why I teach. They make it worth it all. #eduAR
A5: Get connected globally! Expand your learning network through Twitter. It opens so many doors for learning and collaboration. Every teacher should have a Twitter handle and use it often! #LoveTeaching#EduAR
A4: My villiage and support runs deep. But the the name that immediately come to mind right now who’s in Twitterville is @mindylue2. She’s not only a educator friend, but a “friend friend” who ALWAYS has my best interest at heart.#LoveTeaching#TeachArkansas#EduAr
A5: If you don’t love it, the kids will spot it within 5 minutes. Grow your PLN, ask hard questions, find balance, read, and serve those around you. #eduar
Stay connected on campus & through social media. Make time to focus on yourself... self care will help u be a better teacher & teammate.Pursue your profession w/ passion & be a positive advocate for our profession.Stay away from the negative Nellies! #eduAR
A5: Get connected globally! Expand your learning network through Twitter. It opens so many doors for learning and collaboration. Every teacher should have a Twitter handle and use it often! #LoveTeaching#EduAR
#EDUar A5b I would argue that if you want to #LoveTeaching go where there are no teachers give learning a try. Maybe it’ll work, maybe not. But you’ll have busted out of constrained ways of knowing to try something new. Be new. And give @DonWettrick#PureGeniusBook a read.
Q5. Self-care, self-care, self-care. Find your tribe that you can lean on and will lift you when you need it. Give yourself grace. #LoveTeaching#EduAR#TeachArkansas
I became a teacher because I felt safe with my teachers growing up. I wanted to build that safe haven for middle schools that I had during those weird years. #LoveTeaching#EduAR
A3. Everyone wants to do well. Ts work hard to ensure the best possible outcomes & experiences for their Ss. A school leader who routinely recognizes that Ts' success is a feather in everyone’s cap, thereby promotes greater interconnectedness in the workplace. #eduar
A5: If you don’t love it, the kids will spot it within 5 minutes. Grow your PLN, ask hard questions, find balance, read, and serve those around you. #eduar
A5 Play, be silly and don’t forget to feed your soul~maybe through professional development, inspirational speakers, or lunch with the teacher down the hall! #EduAR#LoveTeaching
A5: Know your worth. Enjoy the little moments when your kids ginuenly make you smile. Recognize that you are simply human without superpowers, yet you can still be a superhero to your littles. #LoveTeaching#EduAR
#EDUar I’m watching middle kid’s dog whist she’s in Cali with her BF. Something smells. Hope it was a fart, probably isn’t. Gotta go deal with it. TY for the sharing.
It is cool to see our @VirtualArkansas teachers connect with students. It truly is proof that we are Relationships. Relationships. Relationships! #EduAR
A2: When my students tell me thank you for asking how they are doing, saying ‘happy Birthday’ or just simply helping them with their history work, reminds me of why I teach. They make it worth it all. #eduAR
“I miss you!” and “We’re ready for you to be back!” were shared with me while I was out with my daughter having the flu. It made me love my classroom kiddos all over again! #LoveTeaching#EduAR
A5: 1. Find your tribe, and hold them tight! 2. Keep a gratitude journal for the good days and most importantly for the tough days. I try to write down at least 5 good things that happened before heading out for the day. Especially after a rough day. #LoveTeaching#EduAR
A5. Teacher’s lounge culture has a reputation for being toxic with negativity. It’s easy to sit around venting. But negativity is contagious and seeps into a school’s overall culture, so Ts should model empathy, kindness, and maturity or avoid such settings. #eduar
A4: I #loveteaching with Gina Paul! She loves teaching and does it so well. She’s my go-to for advice and ideas. And it’s always about what’s best for kids. #EduAR
A5. Every hallway smile and “hello” that staff and students receive sinks in and builds up their self-efficacy and sense of belonging. So, too, does open-door policies and a culture where staff and students are encouraged to share their ideas and solutions. #eduar
Q6: The commitment from the top down to doing what’s best for kids and teachers ! The support that teachers have , the support from others around the state! #EduAR
I’ve never been more proud to be an Arkansas educator than this school year. @ArkansasEd is leading the way and modeling personalized learning through one state, one book, twitter chats, webinars, etc. RISE, Quest, #HRS4AR, and state leaders who connect with educators! #EduAR
A4: I #loveteaching with Gina Paul! She loves teaching and does it so well. She’s my go-to for advice and ideas. And it’s always about what’s best for kids. #EduAR
A5. Classrooms that were well organized, display student work, and feature flexible arrangements improve student outcomes. When staff and students arrive at school, they should feel a sense of pride, ownership, and community. #eduar
We must create a culture where teachers feel valued and their voice must be heard. When teachers aren’t valued they begin to lose the love. No matter how well their content studies are going, if they’re unappreciated they’ll lose the love. #LoveTeaching#EduAR
A5: Every day is a new day. New opportunities. Focus on what you can control. Your attitude. Your impact on students. @ManuelScott said it best: “Be your student’s best hope.” Every day. #EduAR
A6: Arkansas provides so many opps for students in schools! We have amazing technology and continue to push the integration of technology & computer science into our curriculum! We are working to change people's traditional ways of thinking about education. #EDUAR
A5 Don’t get bogged down by the testing and paperwork!Our calling is so much more than that!We are on the front lines of the future!Have fun and make memories with your kids each day! Love them, see them, value them! Bring the joy!There is no work more important than ours! #EduAR
A6. I would love for every educator to be able to see inside @ArkansasEd to see the incredible amount of work for teachers and students happening each and every day. I'm amazed by the dedication, focus, and drive of the folks that work there everyday! #LoveTeaching#EduAR
A6: I #LoveTeaching in Arkansas because it provides a way for me to give back. As a native Arkansan & first generation college graduate, I wanted to be able to give back to state I love traveling, being a part, & that gave me the chance to succeed. #EduAR
A6: I began as an educator in Arkansas &moved to TX in the 90s. I returned this past July. I am so excited to be a public educator in AR. We are passionate, hard-working and at @VirtualArkansas we are providing courses that allow All AR students access and opportunity #eduAR
It has completely opened my eyes to a whole new way of being a reading teacher. My school family has never known kids as readers more than this year, because of the #RISEarkansas initiative. #EduAR
@__CGP supports me!! We bounce ideas off each other, listen to one another when in need, and she’s my potty-break partner! I #LoveTeaching with her bc she brings a positive light to every situation! #EduAR
A5: Love your Ss, surround yourself with ppl that inspire you & are positive & be that for others too, remain current & learn for life! #eduar#LoveTeachings
I love this! We are doing that as well through partnering wtih over 250 public schools in Arkansas at @VirtualArkansas to provide rigorous, engaging, blended online courses so that students no matter where they live have every opportunity. #eduAR
A6: Arkansas provides so many opps for students in schools! We have amazing technology and continue to push the integration of technology & computer science into our curriculum! We are working to change people's traditional ways of thinking about education. #EDUAR
A6: Arkansas is my home. I want to make a difference in the success of my community and state. I do this by helping students that are in the same place I was at their age. I had strong mentors like @pappawolfe and @MullinsBill. I want to be that for my students. #EduAR
A6. ARkansas students deserve the best education regardless of zip code! Our state needs to keep education as our priority and provide PK/ STEM for all... #eduar#LoveTeaching
A6: Arkansas is home. I began teaching in Florida, but my heart was always in AR. After returning, I recall experiences from my time out of state and think how blessed I am to serve here. #EduAR#LoveTeaching#edchat
A3: schools can create a culture where teachers love teaching by focusing on the 3Es. ENGAGE your staff. ENCOURAGE your staff. EQUIP your staff. All of these things show value and appreciation to individuals in a building that make a whole school family. #EduAR
A7) Just getting home from my kids’ activities, and so excited to see this question! I love using student voice to strengthen my practice and their learning, and to improve the school in general. That’s why I love this pic! #EduAr
A6 Because we are a family of educators with passion and vision! This is home and I get to play a role in creating a brighter future for our beautiful state! It means the world! #EduAR#LoveTeaching
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you to everyone who participated tonight! Thank you for being agents of change, for being champions for children, and for spending your days educating the leaders of tomorrow! #LoveTeaching#EduAR#TeachArkansas
A6: I love teaching in Arkansas because it is home. It is where others invested in me. I’m standing on firm shoulders as I help lift up future generations of those who will see a time and place I never will! #EduAR
I #LoveTeaching in Arkansas bc it’s home. ❤️ Quick backstory- While my husband was in service I respectfully refused to move - I didn’t want to teach in another state. We lived (happily) separately for 3 years so I could continue teaching in AR. #EduAR
A7: Teaching is an enormous privilege, a tremendous responsibility, and I know my life has had purpose & influence. How cool is that?!💕 #LoveTeaching#eduar
A7: Hmmmm. All I can think of is this African proverb that’s been stuck in my head for awhile now: I am because you are. Neither love nor good teaching exists in a vacuum. #TeachArkansas#EduAr#LoveTeaching
A6. I would love for every educator to be able to see inside @ArkansasEd to see the incredible amount of work for teachers and students happening each and every day. I'm amazed by the dedication, focus, and drive of the folks that work there everyday! #LoveTeaching#EduAR
Q7: When the days are long, the work is hard and the proverbial wheels are spinning I just think , “ but if I can change one child’s life then it’s all worth it.” #LoveTeaching#eduar
