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happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Come out, come out wherever you are! It's #kinderchat time! Say hi, where you are & how many days until/left in/since spring break.

LongyHan Mar 20 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Share empathy+cultural fun with your students! Buy G&G picture books on Scholastic https://t.co/jO2UUW8NuM #colchat #iechat #kinderchat

KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Christine in Southern Alberta. 402 days until Spring Break!! #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:02 PM EDT

@KeeneeLou FOUR HUNDRED AND TWO? I am so confused... #Kinderchat

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sallyhockinson Mar 20 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Sally from Minnesota. One week post-spring break. #kinderchat

ryleigh_kobbe Mar 20 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hey everyone! I am super excited to chat tonight. I am currently in Wyoming and today was my first day back. #Kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Amy here, moderating from Calgary. 3 days w/kids, 1 day PD before spring break. #Kinderchat

KC_SEASportsFan Mar 20 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Aspiring K Teacher, Brett, Lamar, Mo. #KinderChat Evening!

KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Nah, just kidding around. We are done the day before Good Friday. But April seems far away! #kinderchat

In reply to @happycampergirl

ljschaap1 Mar 20 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Central IL, first day of spring break today! ahhhh #Kinderchat

jenrichwildcat Mar 20 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Jennifer from Milan Mo. I think around 16 days. #kinderchat

kinderkfoley Mar 20 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Karen from WA. First day of spring and spring break! #Kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Ok, phew! I was worried about you! My 4 more days seems plenty long, though - I get it! #kinderchat

In reply to @KeeneeLou

KinderChat123 Mar 20 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Tonight, we are talking about school entry age, based on this article: https://t.co/1TRJ3tPZr1 #kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Nice to have you! Don't forget the #kinderchat hashtag on your tweets!

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MTL_PWwileyk Mar 20 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Carolyn from NJ, 17 days #kinderchat

mr_swingle Mar 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

I'm trying to do too much at 1 time! LOL #kinderchat

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mcdonaldrachael Mar 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#Kinderchat it's been a long time. I'm checking in and doing office work....

KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hi!!! #kinderchat

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MmeKathleen - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Kathleen from Edmonton! I am on maternity leave and have no concept of time. All the days are my "spring break". #kinderchat

sxwiley Mar 20 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Brick by Brick: The Exile of Play https://t.co/Z9En7VOTk0 #kinderchat #ece #teachpreschool

amycoyote Mar 20 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Hi from snowy Vermont! #kinderchat

SmokingTNC Mar 20 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Super excited to watch #kinderchat and learn what educators need in their arsenal of early smoking prevention resources.

mcdonaldrachael Mar 20 @ 9:08 PM EDT

hola hola! #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@SmokingTNC Tks for joining. Our topic tonight is school entry age. #Kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@mcdonaldrachael Yay! So nice to have you here! #Kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I'm on break this week so in and out tonight! Wanted to say hi though! #KInderchat

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tiegradloeppky Mar 20 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Sorry I can't make it tonight, #kinderchat. I'm at the BCTF AGM and we are on dinner break so it's time for a chill and food.Happy chatting!

mcdonaldrachael Mar 20 @ 9:09 PM EDT

missing you all #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q1: Share your data points! What is the age cutoff for your kindergarten students? Do you think it is appropriate? #kinderchat

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massignmenthelp Mar 20 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#coascd #eduality #EdVoice #ellchat #iechat #kinderchat 5 Signs Indicate that you Need to Hire Online Math Tutor https://t.co/KM38333Kxz

St006C Mar 20 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Courtney Wa K T #Kinderchat just finished report cards!!!

happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: Our Ks must be 5 by Dec 31. Just adjusted from 5 by March 1. MUCH BETTER! #Kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:10 PM EDT

How are you Racheal?! #Kinderchat There's snow still on the ground here- melting though! :)

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KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 Must be 5 by December 31 of the school year. Used to March 1. I vote for older. #kinderchat

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Prepteacheraps Mar 20 @ 9:11 PM EDT

@AldergrovePS @YRDSBEarlyYears @YRDSB @YRDSBGetOut #Kinderchat being #palaeontologists creating dinosaur habitats highly engaged learners

mcdonaldrachael Mar 20 @ 9:11 PM EDT

missing the snow (like seriously) #Kinderchat

In reply to @hechternacht

KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Missing the beach! #kinderchat

In reply to @mcdonaldrachael, @hechternacht

katnish16 Mar 20 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Hi there, Kathryn from Southern California. First time participant #Kinderchat 14 school days left til spring break!

hechternacht - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:11 PM EDT

We are earlier here- 5 by September 1 #Kinderchat

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MTL_PWwileyk Mar 20 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: October 1st, but I feel it should be more like June 1st #kinderchat

jenrichwildcat Mar 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 Must be 5 by Aug. 1 #kinderchat

MmeKathleen - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: Our Ks must be 5 by March 31st of the year they are in K. It's too late. #kinderchat

mcdonaldrachael Mar 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

it's been rainy here #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Well we didn't have much this winter so you would be disappointed!! One last blast here thankfully! #Kinderchat

In reply to @mcdonaldrachael

KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@MmeKathleen That was what's it was in Calgary back in the day. Not sure now. #kinderchat

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sallyhockinson Mar 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: 5 years by September 1st. This is appropriate for the majority of Ss if they have had quality preschool experience. #kinderchat

ryleigh_kobbe Mar 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Wyoming does not have mandatory kindergarten but the cut off for first grade is 6 by September 9th. #Kinderchat

MmeKathleen - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: Our Ks must be 5 by March 1st the year they are in K. It's too late. #kinderchat

St006C Mar 20 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I have three weeks until spring break!! #Kinderchat

KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:13 PM EDT

It was sunny here but -7C. Too cold for the beach. #kinderchat

In reply to @mcdonaldrachael, @hechternacht

MmeKathleen - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:14 PM EDT

I hope the province goes through with it! #kinderchat

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St006C Mar 20 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1) 5 yrs by aug 31st. A little Youngblood #Kinderchat

mcdonaldrachael Mar 20 @ 9:14 PM EDT

In Jamaica our Ks turn 5 by Dec 31st #Kinderchat

MmeKathleen - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: Our Ks must be 5 by March 1st the year they are in K. It's too late. #kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@KeeneeLou @MmeKathleen It is still Mar 1 for Calgary public & catholic. #Kinderchat

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ljschaap1 Mar 20 @ 9:14 PM EDT

IL cutoff is Sept 1. School starts mid-August. Rather it was July 1st. #kinderchat

teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:14 PM EDT

They start kindergarten at age 4?! #kinderchat

In reply to @MmeKathleen

MmeKathleen - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:14 PM EDT

We start right at the beginning of September. #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

This time of year there's at least one teacher on spring break from about end of Feb thru the start of May! :) #wonky #kinderchat

In reply to @St006C

dubioseducator Mar 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Hi y'all. Visiting grandkids in Dallas. Last night so cuddling with the younger two at their bedtime #kinderchat My daughter w/2/3 yr olds

MTL_PWwileyk Mar 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

5 by March is so late #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@teachermeg They do. But remember - our K expectations do NOT include reading! #Kinderchat

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St006C Mar 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1) 5 by aug 31st. A little young #Kinderchat

KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@fsd38 changed this about 5 years ago too. Much better than March! #kinderchat

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MmeKathleen - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

.@teachermeg Some of my Ks stay 4 for 6 months of the school year! It needs to change. #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

RT @mcdonaldrachael In Jamaica our Ks turn 5 by Dec 31st #Kinderchat https://t.co/PPkQAfpubV

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MmeKathleen - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: Our Ks must be 5 by March 1st the year they are in K. It's too late. #kinderchat

KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Same here! #kinderchat

In reply to @happycampergirl, @teachermeg, @MmeKathleen

hechternacht - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:16 PM EDT

How much snow up there?! #Kinderchat Love your job description too!

In reply to @amycoyote

teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I think it should be Oct 1. In Chicago we start after Labor Day and I end up with kids in the preschool who are 5 entire year. #Kinderchat

ljschaap1 Mar 20 @ 9:14 PM EDT

IL cutoff is Sept 1. School starts mid-August. Rather it was July 1st. #kinderchat

KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I say, have you checked out our fab preschool next door?! #kinderchat

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MmeKathleen - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Really, we should be grouping students based on ability & interests, and not age. THERE, I SAID IT. #kinderchat

teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:18 PM EDT

That's true. Your kindergarten is much more developmentally appropriate. #kinderchat

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spiraledu Mar 20 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Its By the first day or school (mid August) in Alaska. But it's not mandatory so some parents wait or try early #kinderchat

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sallyhockinson Mar 20 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I agree! I think age needs to be considered, but definitely more flexible grouping would be better. #kinderchat

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KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:19 PM EDT

This sounds like the "continuous progress" initiative I was involved with back in the 90s. #ungraded #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q2: In 140 characters, what was your takeaway from the article? #kinderchat

teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Well obviously. But that just makes too much sense. #Kinderchat

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katnish16 Mar 20 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A1: At my small private school: age 5 by Sept 1. We have preschool and some kids aren't quite ready even if they are old enough #kinderchat

ljschaap1 Mar 20 @ 9:21 PM EDT

#kinderchat No need to push kids into academic setting too soon.

MTL_PWwileyk Mar 20 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I agree, age is just a number. It matters for some & doesn't for others. School exposure, behavior & abilities all factor in #Kinderchat

MmeKathleen - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Really, we should be grouping students based on ability & interests, and not age. THERE, I SAID IT. #kinderchat

MmeKathleen - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2: I was happy some researchers FINALLY drew some conclusions based on student mental health rather than test scores. #kinderchat

ryleigh_kobbe Mar 20 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I couldn't agree more! Grouping children by age makes education similar to that of an assembly line. #Kinderchat

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KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 Later start promotes positive self control, attention, and imaginative play #kinderchat

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sallyhockinson Mar 20 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Was continuous progress a positive initiative? were Ss successful? #kinderchat

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KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:23 PM EDT

It was a wonderful initiative that got lost in gov't bureaucracy. But I still have its philosophy in my heart #kinderchat

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spiraledu Mar 20 @ 9:23 PM EDT

When I taught PK w/ class of 4 year olds, they were already at so many different levels. Should group by ability #kinderchat

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St006C Mar 20 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2) Article addresses other factors beyond age to child success in school #Kinderchat

ryleigh_kobbe Mar 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2: I was excited that age guidelines were finally being looked at through something other than test scores. #kinderchat

St006C Mar 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Yep. #kinderchat #wateachlead #teacherfriends #mtedchat

MmeKathleen - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Really, we should be grouping students based on ability & interests, and not age. THERE, I SAID IT. #kinderchat

SmokingTNC Mar 20 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A2: one year delay had the amazing result of lowering hyperactivity by 73% . That's fascinating !#Kinderchat

MTL_PWwileyk Mar 20 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A2 Later start promotes self control & maturity, but also important to address what goes on during K. Do you learn through play? #kinderchat

dearmshashim Mar 20 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Kinder continues identity study by building on a blank world map and comparing it with a globe #kinderchat #inquiry #harlem @samantha_nadal

mr_swingle Mar 20 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A2: Red shirting can have a huge impact due to factors that aren't typically considered! The self control piece was huge! #Kinderchat

St006C Mar 20 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Yes. And what about retention? Pros/Cons? Appropriate? #Kinderchat

mr_swingle Mar 20 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A2: Red shirting can have a huge impact due to factors that aren't typically considered! The self control piece was huge! #Kinderchat

sallyhockinson Mar 20 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A2 I think an important point is Ss must have access to quality ECE experiences to benefit from a delayed start. #kinderchat

MTL_PWwileyk Mar 20 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A2 Later start has it's advantages, but also address the content being addressed in Kindergarten...Learning through play #kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Q3: How would you define "formal schooling?" Where you teach, does kindergarten fit into that definition? #kinderchat

mr_swingle Mar 20 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Great question! This is something I have been considering a lot recently. #kinderchat

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MTL_PWwileyk Mar 20 @ 9:31 PM EDT

MANY factors contribute in answering if retention is appropriate. #kinderchat

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go2Science Mar 20 @ 9:31 PM EDT

New art for the website! @mrdearybury1 @msoskil @jmattmiller @EduCaptAmerica @mrs_smoke @KarinaBailey #kinderchat #1stchat #2ndchat

ljschaap1 Mar 20 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3 - Yes, kinder is the beginning of formal education #Kinderchat

KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3 Hmm. Formal schooling has a formal curriculum so my K fits under "formal" #kinderchat

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EnyaChen9 Mar 20 @ 9:32 PM EDT

@Tate @aussieEDchat @HistoryExtra #artgallery #EDN113 #Kinderchat 😀 activity 4

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sallyhockinson Mar 20 @ 9:32 PM EDT

I teach with @mr_swingle We retain Ss each year due to readiness & maturity if it is what the Ss need to be successful #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:32 PM EDT

The more I read rsrch about school entry age, the more I interpret formal school as "reading instruction." #Kinderchat

KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Wow, you always make me think. I love that. #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I think retention is related, but has different things to consider. We can pencil it in for its own chat! #Kinderchat

katnish16 Mar 20 @ 9:34 PM EDT

#kinderchat

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ryleigh_kobbe Mar 20 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A3: Hmmm. Formal school is teacher led education in a classroom. I would say kindergarten is included. #kinderchat

St006C Mar 20 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A3) Formal school is ECE...yes, kindergarten is most def included #Kinderchat

ljschaap1 Mar 20 @ 9:35 PM EDT

We have phonics instruction. Reading comes naturally to most when they have a good phonics base. #kinderchat

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mr_swingle Mar 20 @ 9:35 PM EDT

If there is no access to quality ECE does the 1st year of K count/replace? #Kinderchat

In reply to @St006C

EnyaChen9 Mar 20 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@Tate @aussieEDchat @HistoryExtra #artgallery #EDN113 #kinderchat Activity 4 😀

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teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:35 PM EDT

To me, formal schooling equals school that is compulsory. So kindergarten is included in that. #kinderchat

katnish16 Mar 20 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Formal schooling= curriculum in place so yes, K included and in many places, preschool. #kinderchat

teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

So formal schooling has more to do with it being required or not rather than what is being taught/how it is being taught. #kinderchat

spiraledu Mar 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

kg is only mandatory in 15 states. KG should be transitional year (used to school) w/ grade 1 being formal #kinderchat

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KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

So here in Alberta, K is not a mandated program but you must attend school by age 6 #kinderchat

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Jumangi13 Mar 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Joining late...Jay from CT...5 by January 1st, and we are formal schooling in kindergarten #Kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

When you look at the ACTUAL skills being measured, formal school = reading expected. #Kinderchat

MTL_PWwileyk Mar 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q3 Formal schooling can be defined differently but I think anything in a "school" scenario fits, typically seen w/ preschool & K #kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

@teachermeg This is a complicated question.... ;-) #Kinderchat

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sallyhockinson Mar 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A3 Our K is a bridge from ECE to 1st grade High academic expectations with inquiry based teaching & learner centered philosophy #kinderchat

teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:37 PM EDT

As are all the questions worth asking. #Kinderchat

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ljschaap1 Mar 20 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#kinderchat I consider K a year to learn how to be a student.

St006C Mar 20 @ 9:38 PM EDT

In my state, a Ss does not have to be enrolled in school until 8 yrs old #wateachlead #kinderchat

sallyhockinson Mar 20 @ 9:39 PM EDT

If they are 8 & never attended school, which grade do they begin? #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Q4: The article describes longterm increased ADHD diagnosis for young Ks. What questions does this raise re: diagnostic process? #kinderchat

katnish16 Mar 20 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I like that. I often say my job as a K teacher is to make sure kids enjoy school. The rest will come. #kinderchat

ljschaap1 Mar 20 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#kinderchat I consider K a year to learn how to be a student.

PrimaryIdeas Mar 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

New blog post, "The Story of the Rugby Match”: https://t.co/MGzdpestNo #edchat #kinderchat #elemchat @USARugby @RugbyCanada @EnglandTouch

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St006C Mar 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4) I think there may be a correlation btween push for early entry and increase in ADHD diagnosis #Kinderchat

MmeKathleen - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Here's some "formal schooling" - learning to move limbs. 🙊 #kinderchat

ljschaap1 Mar 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4 Makes me wonder..what came first? the ADHD or the young school entry? #Kinderchat

teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A4 Oh so many questions. ADHD or still learning self regulation skills? ADHD or not developmentally appropriate expectations? #kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q4: Are we pushing for kids to be diagnosed, when all they are doing is ACTING THEIR AGE? #Kinderchat

teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

oh my goodness. Could he be any cuter?! #Kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:43 PM EDT

My OT friend often says: ALL toddlers would qualify for ADHD, ODD, DCD diagnoses. #Kinderchat

sallyhockinson Mar 20 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4 Can symptoms of ADHD be developmentally appropriate? How many Ss have an unnecessary diagnosis? Will Ss "grow out of" ADHD? #kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Q4: The article describes longterm increased ADHD diagnosis for young Ks. What questions does this raise re: diagnostic process? #kinderchat

teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4: ADHD or unrealistic expectations from school/home? ADHD or needing sensory experiences? #kinderchat

ljschaap1 Mar 20 @ 9:44 PM EDT

I may have referred to Kindergarten as the "land of undiagnosed everything" :)#Kinderchat

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St006C Mar 20 @ 9:44 PM EDT

I think wiggling and blurting are dev approp but a challenge in the formal sch setting #Kinderchat

In reply to @sallyhockinson

ryleigh_kobbe Mar 20 @ 9:44 PM EDT

I also question these things. Hard to know if students are simply acting their age or are truly ADHD. #kinderchat

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sallyhockinson Mar 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I think it can come down to if it is difficult for a child to use self control or IMPOSSIBLE #kinderchat

In reply to @St006C

ljschaap1 Mar 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

#kinderchat True ADHD is different from normal five year old behavior.

happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

@teachermeg OMG, I am increasingly on the SENSORY EXPERIENCES soapbox. KIDS NEED MESSY STICKY GOOEY PRICKLY STINKY NOISY... #Kinderchat

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teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A4: ADHD or not enough outdoor/gross motor play? ADHD or topics at school boring? ADHD or too much sitting expected? #kinderchat

KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

For most, but I have had a few Ss who HATED anything like what you list! #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@KeeneeLou Right, but is that lack of exposure? How can we build their tolerance? #Kinderchat

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katnish16 Mar 20 @ 9:47 PM EDT

I've often had parents concerned about their child's behavior (are they ADHD??) and I reassure that it's typical #kinderchat

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ryleigh_kobbe Mar 20 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A4: I believe that children simply acting their age is becoming a common cause of ADHD diagnosis. #kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:47 PM EDT

hmmm... this may be a whole topic unto itself... #kinderchat

In reply to @KeeneeLou, @teachermeg

KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:47 PM EDT

One little guy just had to have the gift of time & exposure & gentle support- tried a few things! #kinderchat

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teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Then what does this say about school expectations? #kinderchat

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sallyhockinson Mar 20 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A4 How are schools addressing Ss' mental health needs? Regardless of a diagnosis, what interventions benefit ALL Ss? #kinderchat

teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:48 PM EDT

It could. Sensory experiences & sensory processing have been in my mind all year in the preschool. #Kinderchat

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KC_SEASportsFan Mar 20 @ 9:49 PM EDT

I was one of those SS. Also one of those students who avoided risk taking whenever I possibly could 😂😭😂😭😂😭 #KinderChat

KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

For most, but I have had a few Ss who HATED anything like what you list! #kinderchat
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St006C Mar 20 @ 9:49 PM EDT

I wanted to say "challenge w/ academic expectations" in sch setting #kinderchat

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KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:49 PM EDT

I vote yes. I'd love to hear about other experiences and ideas esp for autistic peeps #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q5: Bottom line - does this mean kids need to wait to start K, or that we need to fix KG so it is not "formal" school? How? #kinderchat

katnish16 Mar 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT

My pediatrician dad says ADHD is both the most overdiagnosed and underdiagnosed thing. Possibly because of misconceptions? #Kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Just plugged "sensory experiences" into April 24 chat re: classroom materials. Want to help mod? #kinderchat

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ljschaap1 Mar 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT

See it, feel it, touch it, smell it, hear it, (taste it if appropriate)=learn it! #Kinderchat

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teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Yep! That's the disconnect! Expectations not based on what we know about child development. #Kinderchat

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KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5 Both! Slightly older children in DAP K classrooms with opportunities for authentic,meaningful, activities #kinderchat

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sallyhockinson Mar 20 @ 9:51 PM EDT

I ask this question everyday. If 18/21 Ss can meet the expectations, should we lower them for the final 3? #Kinderchat

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KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:51 PM EDT

I'm away in Vancouver that night. Boo. #kinderchat

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SmokingTNC Mar 20 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A5: trick question: we have to be more inclusive of the decision to start school. Consider the entire child age + maturity. #kinderchat

teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Sure. I wonder if @jodialtringer will be around that day. Jodi is always great for sensory chats. #kinderchat

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Jumangi13 Mar 20 @ 9:52 PM EDT

If some wait, they don't go to school at all...I'd rather take them in and give a prek experience...hard to do with expectations #Kinderchat

St006C Mar 20 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A5) (2/2) ...will they b ready for rigor of 1st grade. #Kinderchat

St006C Mar 20 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5) (1/2)I think we need to bring back more play into K...but also struggle w/ exectations in 1st. If play is primary method of learning...

SmokingTNC Mar 20 @ 9:52 PM EDT

totally agree! The answer is both! #kinderchat

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MmeKathleen - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A5: Unfortunately it's easier for parents to make the decision rather than cross your fingers for change in government programs. #kinderchat

ljschaap1 Mar 20 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q5 Depends on the kid! #kinderchat

ryleigh_kobbe Mar 20 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A5: I would say we should keep the K age limit close to 5 and make K non-formal school. #kinderchat

ryleigh_kobbe Mar 20 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A5 cont.: Give students the opportunity to learn through play while adjusting to the formal school setting. #kinderchat

sallyhockinson Mar 20 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A5 It must always be a balance of the present needs of the child & the future demands on the child. #kinderchat

KinderChat123 Mar 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Over and out, friends! Remember no chat next week - it is official #kinderchat spring break!

happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Over and out, friends! Remember no chat next week - it is official #kinderchat spring break!

happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Kids don't learn to sit still by sitting still. They learn to sit still by MOVING & PLAYING #Kinderchat

katnish16 Mar 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A5: If kids wait, they should get PreK. K needs to be prep for 1st but still with a balance of play and academics #Kinderchat

St006C Mar 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

and often putting Ss into K is financial...P must work and school is where Ss will b cared for #kinderchat

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teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

This is struggle here. If parents choose to delay K entry in Chicago they will be put in 1st the next year/skip K. #kinderchat

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KeeneeLou Mar 20 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Thanks for all the great fun! Keep playing! Keep risk taking! #kinderchat

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Jumangi13 Mar 20 @ 9:56 PM EDT

When in doubt, keep them out, but send them to a quality play based prek program, please #inaperfectworld #Kinderchat

mr_swingle Mar 20 @ 9:56 PM EDT

I feel like the play needs to support the prep for the rigor. Teach the social/metal health side through play. #kinderchat

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teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Shout it out loud. #kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Kids don't learn to sit still by sitting still. They learn to sit still by MOVING & PLAYING #Kinderchat

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katnish16 Mar 20 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Couldn't have said it better myself! #Kinderchat

Jumangi13 Mar 20 @ 9:56 PM EDT

When in doubt, keep them out, but send them to a quality play based prek program, please #inaperfectworld #Kinderchat

sallyhockinson Mar 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Don't forget kids love to learn! I have Ss rip books out of my hands when they discover they can read! Formal school can be fun #kinderchat

des_maine Mar 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Late to the chat... My name is India and I'm from Texas! Just following tonight! 👀#kinderchat

ljschaap1 Mar 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

May make this my new motto! #Kinderchat

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teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

If they go to private school (lots of money) they can delay K, not in public school system. #Kinderchat

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teachermeg Mar 20 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Have a wonderful evening! #Kinderchat

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