Amber Mooney, 3rd grade, Discovery, a real moment...multiple nights of no sleep due to hacking all night makes me feel not so with it (mushy brain) the days to follow #gfedchat
A1: Britta Meza, Elem Tech Partner, Viking & LA Elementary, accidentally scheduled all my tweets for tonight under "AM" and had to go back to redo them all. haha #gfedchat
Hi All! I'm Kari Groeneveld (Mrs. GV) and I'm a strategist from Lake Agassiz . I had a student tell me "Thank you for picking out a project and reading about something I love." #gfedchat
A1: Danielle Swangstue, Ben Franklin Special Education, REAL moment of showing empathy by joining the struggling student on the floor, just sitting, not talking. #gfedchat
Melissa Buchhop, Century 4th grade. Picked my class up from library today and majority of them were in tears because of the Read Aloud in library. #gfedchat
A1) Joel Schleicher, Dir. of Tech., My REAL moment from last week was listening intently to what our Ss on the GFPS Innovations Committee had to say about how their learning experience could be better. #gfedchat
A1: Krista Cebula, 2nd Grade, Kelly, all the hugs I got coming back into the classroom after 11 days out for student teacher :) melts my heart #gfedchat
A1: Brittany Baker, GFC, had a student that refused to talk to anyone else but me, they break down and confessed all their mistakes and fears #gfedchat
Kari Melland, Tech Partner, Schroeder, Phoenix & Discovery Real moment was being moved to tears as we explored the Holocaust Museum during Virtual Tour Google Expeditions #gfedchat
A2. I attended a training a month or so ago that spent a good chunk of time talking about how to effectively paraphrase. Some of the best PD I've ever been to tbh... #gfedchat
A1: Evan Pederson, West/Lake Agassiz PE, REAL moment is trying to budget my mini grant to get all the equipment and safety equipment for full participation with students. #gfedchat
A1: Jennifer Becker, 7th Grade Literature at ESMS. A REAL moment from the past week was having a crucial conversation with a colleague...it was difficult for me because we work/see each other everyday. We both walked away feeling heard.
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A1: Emily Lundby, Adapted Physical Education. One real moment getting a student who was having a rough day to smile and participate the second half of APE #gfedchat
Lindsey Johnson, 5th grade @ Century - I witnessed a student genuinely apologize to another student for something she had done - without being prompted! Didn't think the "sorry" word was in her vocabulary. Super proud moment for me. #gfedchat
Katie Chandler, Schroeder, 8th gr Computer Apps, Real Moment: loved hearing all of the student responses about our tree up in the entry way when coming into the building this morning. #gfedchat
A1: Allison Slominski, Winship 2nd grade, realizing I still feel "lost" and "out of it" after being back at school for 8 days... and having "mom brain" and not remembering everything I should be! #gfedchat
A2: Instead of apologizing to someone for being late, etc. I will thank them for what they did. Whether it was making me smile, reminding me of a meeting or being patient with me. This strategy has created great relationships. #gfedchat
A2: Listening & More questions: can you explain why you think that? How does that make you feel? Make sure they feel heard & understood. Their opinion matters. #gfedchat
A2: be at their level, provide empathy, share I hear what you are saying, summarize what they say back, if you feel it is an opportunity to talk ask if they having ideas to problem solve #gfedchat
A2: I try to make time for one on one conversations and ask a LOT of questions to try to understand. As our lives get busy, sometimes we forget others are busy as well. "How are things in your neck of the world?" #gfedchat
A2: I would start with who, what, when, where and why is where I would start. Then send them to see a counselor. It really depends on the situation. #gfedchat
A2-When dealing with student conflict, I always ALWAYS ask what their side of the story is first. There are two sides to all stories (at least) and it's important for all sides to be heard. #gfedchat
A1 Heidi Huseby, Central High School Real moment would be using my life experiences to connect with a student that is experiencing difficulties of their own. #gfedchat
A1: Elisha Brandvold SPED at Phoenix, a real moment from today would be getting to play a board game with Ss because they earned a celebration day #gfedchat
Marina Kojic, Head Start, my REAL moment - walked with one of my students through the "secret door" to Lake Agassiz Library so he can get some fresh air as he had another emotional meltdown #gfedchat
A2: How did you come up with that thought? Is there a reason you feel that way? Could you try being devil's advocate and think the opposite...what would you think/say? #gfedchat
A2: The strategy I use to better understand another’s perspective is to listen...truly listen to what the person is trying to say. I try to listen with empathy, I feel it helps me to better understand where the person is coming from.
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A2: I use a lot of positive praise and provide feedback on things to do better. Often will ask Ss how their weekend was to build relationships #gfedchat
A3: After particularly rough days with S, the para and I sit reflect on what went well and how we can prepare for the next time. Despite being proactive, we are reactive at times. Attitude of "never know until we try" #gfedchat
A3: I have a group at school that I'm close with that I discuss what's good or bad happening in my classroom. It's nice for bouncing ideas or thoughts off others. #gfedchat
A3: simple conversations with my team. Run something by them asking for their opinion. Asking for ideas/help when needed. I have a great team! #gfedchat
A2: I’ve learned to give time for the other person in the conversation to express themselves. I want to make sure they say what they need to say before I interject.
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A3 Be grateful about successes that other Ts & Ss were willing to try & succeeded together; learn from not so good attempts and apply it to the next lesson or plan. Tell others how I learned that (failure or another T or Ss). #gfedchat
A3: I will post using 30 Seconds with Mrs. GV. They are short, funny snippets of my day. I also have very good teacher friends that I can be open and honest with. Finally, if I do something ridiculous with the kids, we will laugh! We had a rogue glue cap today! #gfedchat
A3, talking with PE teachers during PLC, other staff at work daily, admit to my students when I make mistakes and show that it is ok to make them. #gfedchat
A3: My team is always reflecting (positives and struggle lessons) with each other. We lean on each other for advice when things don't go as planned and celebrate the positives. Also I reflect and share when I have a UND team or student teacher.
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A3: through working closely with my team members, colleagues and always asking my Ss how they feel the lesson/topic went with a survey of a 54321 of understanding #gfedchat
A3: Trusted colleagues, team members, hubby - they are a valued support system. They are there for the ups & downs and understand because we all go through them. #gfedchat
A3: I'm an open book. I always share what doesn't go well. Almost never brag about myself or things that go well. Don't love spotlights on me.
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A3: I feel that by talking with colleagues it helps a person to reflect on the day...the good, the bad, and the ugly! I also try to own my truth, I don’t know everything and I am not the most effective teacher at times.
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A3: I try to tweet out photos from the week of what Ss/Ts are working on, but often forget to post them. I am always trying to share what I see in other rooms and try to be open about what were successes and failures. No judgement here, because we're in it together #gfedchat
A3 I bounce ideas and failures off of other teachers. I have also told my students that you make lots of mistakes before you may have a small success. #gfedchat
A3: I’m pretty open about what happens in the day. I think it helps to share the food and the bad with my wife, since we’re both teachers, I feel like she understands the struggles I have some days.
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A3: I am always trying to make my mess my message when relating to parents in meetings. I think they appreciate knowing someone has or is going through something they are going through #gfedchat
A4: I have a blend of styles based on S needs. I will continue to advocate for S’s, celebrating S’s individual growth, and being a champion for the S’s who need it most. #gfedchat
A4. In my classroom, I held pretty rigid expectations but I felt like I offered lots of support to help students achieve what was expected of them with individualized paths. I strongly believe in routines and procedures as proactive forms of classroom management. #gfedchat
A4: My band or style is very loose and being flexible with the learning environment that my students create, I want others to see my realism with my Ss as well as my care for their learning #gfedchat
A4: My “style” of teaching is more of conversational. When I’m giving instruction/leading a class I want my students’ voices to be heard...it is more of an open forum. I hope others see that I am here to support my students in anyway possible.
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A4: Relationship maker, I hope others see that I work hard, love what I do, make a point to build relationships, These are important things to me. #gfedchat
Q4: Allowing independence, but with structure. Students know their expectations. An environment that making mistakes is ok..pointing mine out to Ss. Students know my #1 rule: Always try your best! Ask them! :) #gfedchat
A4: I hope others see me as personable, an advocate, and someone that wants the best out of the kids. I went into education because of great coaches. I see teaching as coaching kids. Breaking down the steps and watching them grow. #gfedchat
a4 building relationships first, when things go down hill they Ss can trust you have their best interest because of the prior time put in o building the realtionship/our class family #gfedchat
A4: I hope that others see that I genuinely care about their child and their situation. My brand or style would be empathize not judge and be as relatable as possible. #gfedchat
A4, patient, compassionate, caring, and really try to see the good in all my students. Don't have to be great athletically in PE, just give your best effort and have fun. #gfedchat
A4: My band or style of teaching is to teach my Ss things that are real to their life and make clear relationships to school and life. Ss should understand that if you have a dead line to make for a class is the same for a job. #gfedchat
A4: My style is pretty relaxed but we do have guidelines and expectations that need to be followed. Listen to music and get into drawing/painting, etc. #gfedchat
A4: My brand is fueled by coffee, a bun in my hair and tennis shoes! My favorite response is "Living the Dream" and it is darn true! I hope to radiate an uplifting aura and a sense of togetherness! #gfedchat
A4: My Brand: There are MANY ways to be smart. Ts should build learning experiences for Ss to grow & learn & show what they know (S Voice & Choice) Ts & Ss: Try something new, build relationships. growth mindset, joy #gfedchat
A4 My style is to build positive working relationships and expectations first. Students buy in when they feel like they are cared about individually.
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A4: Enjoyment. I love my job and love teaching students different skills and games in PE. I love to joke and crack “dad" jokes to the students. Its easy for me to be funny and and enjoy teaching the lessons that I get to! #gfedchat
A4: I aim for incorporating some fun and realness into every classroom lesson. When the music moves me, I dance (sometimes even with a S). In a really warm classroom, I once took my shoes off. I also like to make the atmosphere conversational, when possible. #gfedchat
A4: Maybe natural or raw? I try to be who I am with everyone I talk to. I try to ask questions or give my thinking. I hope others see that I'm someone that's willing to help out with whatever they need. #gfedchat
A4: I want to make sure that my Ss love school. For most kids, it is their first school experience and I want them to LOVE it. Kinder kids love to play, so making anything playful. Also, connecting personal experiences where ever possible! #gfedchat
A5: Innovation to me is keeping materials fresh, engaging, and flexible. Build confidence in students with praise, attainable goals, and build on strengths. #gfedchat
A5: I evaluate the students understanding and consider the feedback that I receive after lessons from the class surveys. I also ask my fellow teachers their thoughts about how to better assist my students #gfedchat
A5: I help to meet the needs of the staff by supporting them and boosting morale. I resurrected the Sunshine Committee at our school and I feel that by doing so we have even more of a supportive atmosphere with each other.
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A5. Offer choice in a variety of ways. Building confidence involves meeting the kids where they are and making sure they have true opportunities for success. #gfedchat
To me innovating is consistently finding new ways to teach my students and new ways to engage them. I try to build confidence by getting them expand beyond a "simple answer" #gfedchat
A5: Innovation is getting out of your comfort zone. It's not just pulling out the next month's file folder of all the same things to send to the printshop that you did last year.
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A5: Allow my students to be a part of the decision making process. Being willing to be flexible and try new things even if outside of my comfort zone. #gfedchat
A5: I feel like I'm the queen of videos. I make How To videos for my kids and my staff. If I learn something new or if it's helpful for them, I make one. I want my students to always speak up so I know where they are at. I always tell them that I can't read their minds. #gfedchat
A5Allowing the students to be a part of designing the rubric/how many points an assignment is worth. This way they know what must be completed to get the grade that they want to earn. #gfedchat
A5: im constantly thrivn to meet their iep goals, making ind. games n lessons for each of them, tch to their learning styles, constant praise n reinforcement #gfedchat
A5: I remind Ss that they're not in trouble if they're talking with me because I'm there to help. I also give opportunities to Ss who are more reserved so they can experience a sense of success and support them, as needed. #gfedchat
A5: Daily Class Meetings have made a huge impact on student voice. I've made more adjustments to my style of teaching this past year. It's been a challenge to adapt like I have.
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Q5 Showcase different ways Ss are smart: persistence, hands-on learners, kids who can code, infer, collaborate, good questioners etc Make learning experiences relevant and connected to their lives inside & outside of school #gfedchat
A5: I establish that I am not perfect and make lots of mistakes. "Go figure it out, this is a safe place to mess up." is another fav phrase. I have been working on social skills/emotion regulation with whole classes too and that has been a blast! #gfedchat
A5: I offer choices when it comes to the activities the students rotate through. I make my activities game based, no elimination! All of the students are able to participate, regardless of ability level.
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A1: Laura Manstrom, I teach FACS at Valley Middle School. My real moment at school was last week when we talked about sexual harassment as a class and the kids were respectful. #gfedchat
A5: collaborating with the Kinder team and asking them what they have done that works for teaching various things. Love using Seesaw as a digital tool whenever possible as a better way of teaching lessons! #gfedchat
A2: I like to listen and ask questions. I let kids speak freely when I ask their opinions and I listen to them. That’s the biggest thing in my opinion. #gfedchat
I want to hear all voices- I want my students and staff to feel as though I value their opinion and take it into consideration and try to implement their ideas #gfedchat
A5: Techie Tues/Thurs sessions @ my schools. I feel like it gives Ts the chance 2 learn about new technology that is of interest 2 them w/out having 2 leave the building. During these times, I try 2 have Ts share their experiences w/the day's topic. We are all learners. #gfedchat
A5: I try to encourage others. A lot of the time people speak through nonverbals and I try to encourage others to share their feelings without judgement when I see they are uncomfortable #gfedchat
A6a: that no two Ss learn the same and that you have to have at least 7 different ways of teaching one topic so that all understand and can apply the knowledge/information #gfedchat
A3: I admit to my students when I make a mistake or if I mess up. I also apologize for these things. The kids are very responsive to this, they see an adult who messed up and is moving on from that and being respectful to them. #gfedchat
A5: No year is ever the same. Each group brings different needs. Get to know the group and go from there. Class meetings, interests, goal setting, creating, reflecting. #gfedchat
* 6a: What is your current reality?
* 6b: How do you know you just rocked the day?
* 6c: What are your dreams and ambitions?
* 6d: What will you cannonball in the water to accomplish this month?
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A6a: Current reality personal and professional is the lion/elephant tamer of a three-ring circus! Every moment of the day brings a new, welcome challenge. #gfedchat
A6a: My current reality is that of trying to stay afloat. I can at times overload my plate and try to take on too much professionally and personally. I don’t want to let anyone down.
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A4: I’d say my educational style is to have fun projects and activities that relate to the unit and to let the kids be their own free spirits. I want the kids to learn and learn in the way that is best for them. #gfedchat
A6a: Reality is busy w/holidays approaching & Hour of Code...makes harder 2 remember things.
A6b: Day rocks when u can see the light in Ss eyes & the excitement of "Can we do this tomorrow?" Ts saying "I LOVE using this. Ss love using it & I learn so much from them."
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6a: Holiday break is so soon
6b: Students learned something about volleyball they didn’t know entering today.
6c: Given the students the best PE teacher and giving them my best every day
6d: First EVER Skateboarding curriculum in GFPS!!
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A6b. I was observing in a classroom today and, at the end of the period, a student that I previously had in my class walked over to greet me. He stated that I was his favorite teacher from middle school. It was a feel good moment. #gfedchat
A6c: My dream is to potentially one day become a principal.
A6d: My cannonball this month is getting Ts support to for success participating in the Hour of Code. Building from that after winter break 2 bring in robots this year 2 support Ss coding. #gfedchat
A6b: I know I rocked the day when my students leave the room feeling confident in their performance. I know I rocked it when I can leave school with a smile on my face.
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A6c: Dreams of the day S’s can look back and know they were loved. Ambitious enough to continue to meet S’s needs even when I want to lay down and rest in the classroom safe space.
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A6a: Current Reality: Hoping to get a lot accomplished by our holiday break - this school year is flying by!
A6b: You have that "YES!!!!" feeling - kids enjoyment/learning was worthwhile! #gfedchat
A6a: my current reality is that I teach all day, go home and craft, I live with a friend from high school, and we make dinner for ourselves and our two friends every week. #gfedchat
A6c: That students will remember me as they get older, and that they enjoyed my class. 1st Grade is still young, but I still remember loving my 1st grade teacher! #gfedchat
6a: My current reality personally is pretty chaotic. Juggling my 3 kiddos and being prepared for my school day and for the activities my 2 big kids are in after school. #gfedchat
A6a: Overloaded & stressed.
A6b: Feeling accomplished rather than defeated/behind.
A6c: Have another counselor at my school to help even the load.
A6d: Can I "cannonball" my computer into the pool? JK @joelschleicher Maybe beginning to say "no" to a few things. #gfedchat
A6a: Honestly....currently tired.
A6b: I rocked it if I feel good and confident the kids got it.
A6c: I want to be admin to make a positive impact for teachers & kids
A6d: Kids making their OWN Apps :)
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A6c dream about the day that students can come to school to focus on school without worrying about what they are going to have for supper that evening or if they are going to be safe at home that evening. #gfedchat
A6b: I know I rocked today because a kid came in to finish his sewing project and he was really excited to finish. It warmed my heart. I also had a good convo with my principal which is always great! #gfedchat
A6d. I'm currently taking a class that finishes at the end of this week.... BEYOND EXCITED. I've learned a TON, but it has been hard to balance my life the past few months. #gfedchat
A6a - My current reality - I'm sick! Ugh! Professionally - Love where I work and who I work with! The kiddos this year are challenging - thankful to have the help of a student teacher, but wondering how on earth I'll manage without her. Eeek! #gfedchat
A6d: I just got a Start Today journal from @msrachelhollis so that I can reflect on my goals, dreams, and what I am grateful for each day and working towards accomplishing them #gfedchat
6d: I am currently part of a book study that is a reading intervention by Jan Richardson so I plan to jump in and start trying some ideas from this intervention with the Ss I work with #gfedchat
A6a: current reality...i gotta get done with photosynthesis. ive checked out. imagine how my Ss feel!
b: ask in-depth questions that i didnt imagine they could ask
c: stretch past my comfort zone
d: try new things like ed cafe
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A6b: rocked the day when laundry& dishes r all caught up, IEP' finalized, kids to activities and time to sit on couch for bit at end of the day lol #gfedchat
A6:
a: Every day I learn something new.
b. I made positive connections with staff and students.
c. To support the staff and students at Kelly in my new role to the best of my ability.
d. Finish my first 2 classes in ed. leadership.
Holiday break is very close and definitely worth the wait, watching students succeed at a new skill is always a fun experience, being the best is always a great goal to strive for, I would love to see that, but fear of injuries #gfedchat
A6d: I'm going to cannonball into tech integration and mix up learning for the kids by introducing some new strategies to engage them in learning! #gfedchat
A6b: Seeing smiles on the Ss faces when participating in todays activities
A6c: to have an impact on Ss lives
A6d: Letting the hard days stay at work and not bringing it home with me #gfedchat
A1: Allyse Dunnigan, 7-8 Choir at Schroeder - was putting baby to bed and missed the beginning of the chat! Also, ALMOST forgot to schedule the bus for our solo/ensemble festival this Wednesday!! It's been a rough week #gfedchat
A3: Chatting with colleagues, teachers lounge, hallway, lunch duty! Sharing the good on twitter, the not so good in private. Sometimes the facebook choir teacher group. #gfedchat
A6c: My dreams and ambitions are to live and work without stress. Care and work with Ss given the time needed. The drug issues get solved and families are not neglected and affected by the epidemic. Healthy and Happy children #gfedchat
A6a: I'm learning a new position, but also still tied to my other students and their concerns
6b: If I feel confident and my kids were excited to learn and learned, I know I rocked the day
6c: To be a better teacher and get a new ID curriculum :)
6d: positiveness #gfedchat
A4: I just keep trying to improve on my teaching year by year, month by month, day by day. Always self-reflecting. I hope others see that I'm trying and I'm always doing my best. #gfedchat
A5: I'm innovating in always trying to find new songs/rounds/musical games to try and 'hook' kids while still teaching them the nitty gritty sight-reading and theory I think they need. #gfedchat
A6d: I am really passionate about nutrition and cooking in the classroom. I do a lot of work with healthy food and kitchen/food safety to promote my passions and then we cannonball into cooking! #gfedchat
You are truly a ray of sunshine and we appreciate all of the fun activities you add to the Schroeder experience! Thank you --- you are amazing! #gfedchat
A6a: Teaching middle school, sometimes smells gross, always loud, but so much fun! The kids are old enough to get my humor but young enough to still laugh. Old enough to do challenging music but young enough to like the silly stuff. It's great! #gfedchat
A6b: When I made kids smile in rehearsal, when I hear them singing in the hallways, when I hear that they look forward to my class or that singing motivates them. #gfedchat
A6
a: a lot going on, hard to fit in all in to one day
b: got everything done on my to do or checklist
c: being happy and healthy, finding a balance for everything
d: keep climbing #gfedchat
A6c: Way out there dream would be someday getting a doctorate, in some sort of music education (not performance or conducting). I think it would be really fun to teach choral/middle school methods at the undergraduate level or be some sort of instructional coach. #gfedchat
A6d: Currently cannonballing by diving into curriculum mapping and trying to create the best I can for middle school choir classes. Hoping someday it will be refined enough to share! #gfedchat
