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mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

This chat will follow a simple Question&Answer format. I’ll tweet Q1/you’ll answer w A1. Don’t forget to add #elmused to each tweet!

xxxmammamiaxxx Aug 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Laura from Indianapolis, K-5 music and my fav summer memory was leisurely mornings with my cup of coffee. #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

@xxxmammamiaxxx Hi Laura! Don’t we all miss those summer mornings! #elmused

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Patrick from DFW K-5 music, STEM campus #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

@canmaestro Hi Patrick! #elmused

irvingmrslucas Aug 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Jenn from CT. K-5 General, band, chorus. Fave memories are time with families an dogs! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@macch12 Hi Beth! Staycations are awesome- less stress, more relaxation! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Q1 coming up! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@irvingmrslucas <3 dogs! #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Kim White PK-5th Elem Music #elmused

MsNystedtMusic Aug 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Elizabeth from Chicago area, grades 1-6, fave summer memory was #CaliRally16! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@kimbalee219 Hi Kim! #elmused

mrsbrunacini Aug 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

I'm Kristen from Jamestown, NY. I teach K-4 general music and recorders. #elmused

jennifer_gilles Aug 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Jenny Gilles K-2 Music, Mantua, Ohio. Reading a tin in my new hammock! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@MsNystedtMusic Hi Elizabeth! What was that? #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Q1: What are your classroom rules? Do you ask students to help come up with them? Where/how are they posted? #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Destiny in East Texas, Pre-K through 3rd..fav summer memory is finishing 10 quilt tops. 6 baby and 4 queen #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb Hi! Glad to join y'all. #ElMusEd

Tuffnellmusic Aug 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

SaraBeth from DFW K-5 music. Fav memory = family trip to Disney #elmused

phyllissings Aug 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Phyllis from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. 5th/6th grade only school. Formerly a middle school choir teacher #ElMusEd

BraquetLiz Aug 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Liz Braquet, TX, K-5 music, 750 students, spending time with my kids!! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@mrsbrunacini Hi Kristen! #elmused

MsNystedtMusic Aug 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb My trip to California. #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hi there! Miriam, PreK-5 vocal in Arlington VA. Splashing w my kids in the river by my parent's house in Georgia ☺️ #elmused

Shannon_Sari Aug 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hello! Shannon from NJ. preK (3s)-5th gen music, 6th piano. Fav summer accomplishment: 2 y/o is potty trained! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

@jennifer_gilles Hi Jenny! That sounds amazing! #elmused

msmusiced Aug 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Miki, K-5 Music/band/orchestra. I was good with sleeping in #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

@desmusik Hi Destiny! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

@kimbalee219 We’re glad you’re here too! #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Aug 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Shelley in Frisco, TX, K-5 music, favorite memory was lots of family time and snuggles with my little girl! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

@Tuffnellmusic Hi SaraBeth! Ooh Disney- very nice! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@phyllissings Hi Phyllis! #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@Shannon_Sari !! Congrats !! #elmused 😊

kampmiltonmusic Aug 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Justin from Milton, WI, K-3 and 6 gen music. Summer accomplishment: I got a puppy!!! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@BraquetLiz Hi Liz! Always nice to have some family time! #elmused

mrsbrunacini Aug 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

My favorite summer memory was moving back to my hometown! #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1 rules and point chart. #elmused https://t.co/qToDgNB9bm

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@mrscapellan Hi! Long time no see! ;) #elmused

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

I can't see your tweets on the Twitter app @mspatricianhfb #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@Shannon_Sari Hi Shannon! That’s an awesome accomplisment, for sure! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@msmusiced Hi Miki! #elmused

msmusiced Aug 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

I'm trying not to say rules- saying expectations. I got them to align with MUSIC and came with songs in a set by @KodalyClassroom #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb Haha, I know right? Back into the swing of things #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@MrsPotterMusic Hi Shelley! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@kampmiltonmusic Hi Justin! Awesome! What kind?? #elmused

msmusiced Aug 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@canmaestro @mspatricianhfb Me either! Glad I'm not the only one #elmused

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Fave memory 3 levels of @feierabendmusic certification and the conference #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@kampmiltonmusic cute! Must have been a busy but fun summer #elmused

kampmiltonmusic Aug 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb Terrier Blue Heeler. Foster is his name! #elmused https://t.co/m888hY7RQ7

mrsbrunacini Aug 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I used the MUSIC poster rules. I don't call them rules though. #elmused

BraquetLiz Aug 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: Rules are posted above my door. They are based off of we are "Good Musicians." #elmused

irvingmrslucas Aug 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: I based them off the whole brain teaching rules. They're in front of my room, we say them each week. #elmused

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Can someone retweet the Qs that can see them? :-) #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Q1: What are your classroom rules? Do you ask students to help come up with them? Where/how are they posted? #elmused Can you see this??

MsNystedtMusic Aug 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: #elmused https://t.co/d76c6h1Lc6

msmusiced Aug 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1-2: I also do Class Dojo and a full class clip chart (rainbow) #elmused https://t.co/uBSbN3Ib7u

SarahMJoncas Aug 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Sarah in MA, k-5 gen mus, band, chorus. Favorite summer memory is Disney world! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q2 coming up! #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

@MsNystedtMusic so awesome! #elmused

mrsbrunacini Aug 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1. I use the expectations that go with the letters of MUSIC to guide my class. #elmused

msmusiced Aug 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

@MsNystedtMusic Cool! #elmused

kampmiltonmusic Aug 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: We follow PBIS expectations: Harmony Habits (be kind, safe, respectful, do you job) and I have point chart move class forward. #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: 1. Listening 2. Wait for instruction with instruments 3.Restroom before or after class 4. Hands/feet to self #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2: What’s an easy first bulletin board for the beginning of the year? Do you have multiple bulletin boards? #elmused

svitullomusic Aug 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: based on our PBIS & posted in front- w 🎶 in front of each- which is moved away as a reminder if we struggle w that expectation #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

@SarahMJoncas Hi Sarah! #elmused

phyllissings Aug 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Favorite summer memory - completing 60 days of @PiYoWorkout! Felt so accomplished! #ElMusEd

MsNystedtMusic Aug 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

We use Boomwhackers as light sabers and recite the Jedi Oath to promise to follow the expectations while the Star Wars music plays. #elmused

kampmiltonmusic Aug 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#elmused A1 https://t.co/aMgfEBXbXd

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 revamping this year, they will come up with a big list of rules and then my teammate and I will summarize #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Q2: What’s an easy first bulletin board for the beginning of the year? Do you have multiple bulletin boards? #elmused Can you see this?

SarahMJoncas Aug 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: using school wide rules (SHINE acrostic) and will brainstorm how we apply them to music with kids #elmused

jennifer_gilles Aug 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1) I incorporate school PBIS plan (Crestwood Cares for Others, Self and School) with my rules. #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1b: posted in the front of the room. Also like the Quaver 5 because they incorporate singing. #elmused

svitullomusic Aug 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb yes #elmused

msmusiced Aug 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@BraquetLiz I have 25-30 at once, but I move the clip up based on whole class behavior, just one clip! #elmused

phyllissings Aug 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1 all the rotating electives share the same rules using acronym RESPECT. Can't recall all of them off the top of my head though #ElMusEd

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#elmused Rules https://t.co/q8ZhN5iFtx

kampmiltonmusic Aug 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: 3 bulletin boards - I also use cabinets for more space! Minion one is great for posture. #elmused https://t.co/Fa71UTF3Z2

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb @canmaestro No, but I can get the gist from what others post. It's okay! #elmused

Shannon_Sari Aug 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: I had signs about raising hands, taking turns, etc. This year I'm focusing on growth mindset, so it will be new in my new room. #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Aug 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: In the past, I've done, be respectful, be a good listener, do your best. #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Thanks to @MrsTanenblatt for this awesome new bulletin board! #elmused https://t.co/AvpwJgXSGp

irvingmrslucas Aug 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb no. I can see it under your name, but not under #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Aug 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1 (cont): at my new school, the rules are the same school-wide. Be respectful, responsible, and safe. They're framed for each room #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@kimbalee219 @canmaestro I swear it’s a Twitter/TweetDeck issue today…this makes no sense #elmused

MsNystedtMusic Aug 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb @MrsTanenblatt I don't have a picture, but I have a Pokemon rhythm board, too. Looks like a giant Pokeball. #elmused

Ryan7Read Aug 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

STEAM Storyteller https://t.co/qJTcZI4cMs project by Mr. Read #wciledchat #elmused #CSISDchat #TMchat #TeachWriting https://t.co/wZdqXOQ89k

msmusiced Aug 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: I really like bulletin boards- dollar store tablecloth, pool noodles, and usually TC is easiest. #elmused https://t.co/ZRrHcH86kC

SarahMJoncas Aug 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: I have 2 boards in my room - one is the staff, one is rules and procedures. Used an extra white board for my word wall #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Check out our September schedule! #elmused https://t.co/snCxghml20

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1 I am trying a year without rules, just the expectation that we strive to follow the STEM habits of mind. #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

We are making one that says "We are a musical community" and they'll decorate it with their thumbprints. So excited! @MrsG_ATSmusic #elmused

wadewhitehead Aug 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Teachers, will you take the pledge? #iwill #elmused #teachwriting #TheEdCollab #edchat #vachat https://t.co/ADaOgVYLwb

Shannon_Sari Aug 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: "What's on your playlist?" Pics of Ts with headphones and a tag naming a fav song. The Ss loved it last year. #elmused

KathyKuddes Aug 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Kathy from Plano joining late - can someone RT the Qs #elmused

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1 My positive @ClassDojo points #elmused https://t.co/9UZBPl0XJ2

MsNystedtMusic Aug 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

It was in the video I posted a couple of weeks ago though. #elmused

svitullomusic Aug 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: since we are an IB school I decided to post "music" in different languages- Chinese, Japanese, etc. #elmused https://t.co/zWAYr05qDp

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@KathyKuddes Hi Kathy! Q1: What are your rules? Q2: What bulletin boards are good for beg. of year? #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb I can still follow. It's okay. 👍🏼 #elmused

irvingmrslucas Aug 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2-I made a big Tuneful, Beatful, Artful board with "I can" statements. Also, musician birthdays from TPT, and a recorder board. #elmused

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1 My needs work @ClassDojo points (we do have behavior standards!) #elmused https://t.co/JJGgxncE8s

svitullomusic Aug 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Great idea! #elmused https://t.co/yXux929ty1

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#elmused Rules https://t.co/q8ZhN5iFtx

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@msmusiced Awesome, that's so creative and colorful! #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 #elmused My Music Word Wall and my rhythms are my favs https://t.co/p8fPWW2nMy

msmusiced Aug 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@mrscapellan Thanks! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@BraquetLiz :( I’m sorry! I don’t know why this is so frustrating tonight! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Q3 coming up! #elmused

jennifer_gilles Aug 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: #elmused https://t.co/UAlu7qRD6w

mrsbrunacini Aug 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2. I like to use one that connects music to other subjects. Cori Bloom's TPT store has one called "Nuts About Music". #elmused

BraquetLiz Aug 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

My outside bulletin board had to be science themed to start with so I did "Making Good Vibrations in Music." #elmused

svitullomusic Aug 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@svitullomusic ... A1b: Then moved back of course when we are on track again! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Q3: What routines do you have that help you lower your anxiety at the beginning of the year? #elmused

msmusiced Aug 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@canmaestro @ClassDojo Point adjustment? I usually go into their report and delete the ones I accidentally did-is tht what you mean #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb @kimbalee219 @canmaestro yep, was missing some too. Or they'd come up later. So weird #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Aug 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: School theme this yr is sports. My 1st board is "Let's have a ball in music" from TPT (can't find the seller right now.) #elmused

MrsG_ATSmusic Aug 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Hi! Brittany Gonzalez, PreK-5 with Miriam in Arlington, VA. #elmused

kampmiltonmusic Aug 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3: I really break the ice with singing ALONE starting on the first day with EVERY student. Then after a few days-its no big deal #elmused

irvingmrslucas Aug 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@kampmiltonmusic @feierabendmusic I totally love it! You should check out Feierabend fundamentals on Facebook! #elmused

msmusiced Aug 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@svitullomusic Cute! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@MrsG_ATSmusic Hi Brittany! Love that the ATS team is fully embracing Twitter! #elmused

mrsbrunacini Aug 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3. Staying organized is the only way to lower the BOY stress. #elmused

Shannon_Sari Aug 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3: I always map out what each grade knows coming in and what I want them to learn each month (ie. 1st learn quarter rest in Oct.) #elmused

svitullomusic Aug 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3: print seating charts & lesson plans to make changes easily - listen to relaxing big band music in am! #elmused https://t.co/c4jWjl9tAj

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Q3: What routines do you have that help you lower your anxiety at the beginning of the year? #elmused

Tuffnellmusic Aug 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2: I have 5 in my classroom and 1 outside my door. School theme is Follow You Dreams, so I did this #elmused https://t.co/UmB9qlaDTG

MrsLevenberg Aug 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Hey all! Sophie from Goshen NY popping in a it late (we don't start school until next Tuesday!) #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@MrsG_ATSmusic hey partner! #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2: I have a kindness tree and instruments of the orchestra on my bulletin boards. #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: I make sure I have 1/2 hr to chill in the morning. Even if I end up running around- I’ve still left that time in case I need it #elmused

phyllissings Aug 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3 hands down, a bell ringer. As soon as Ss enter class they are working #elmused

jennifer_gilles Aug 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: I like to have everything pretty much mapped out for the year. Helps with stress big time! #elmused

SarahMJoncas Aug 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: I keep important papers all together and scan EVERYTHING to have digital backup #elmused

audreymelugin Aug 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A1. Students are helping make my bulletin board by finishing "music matters to me because..." #elmused https://t.co/PAEPH7FmZ7

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@MrsLevenberg Hi Sophie! No worries- neither do we! #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: Setting up my room and getting situated early so I can focus on planning without distractions of decorating. #elmused

tracyking Aug 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A1. Respect yourself. Respect others. Respect the property of all. My rules that cover everything! #elmused

MrsLevenberg Aug 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A1: I use the school rules which works just fine for K-2- use @ClassDojo to track and communicate to Ss and fams. #elmused

BraquetLiz Aug 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Umm wine ;) ... JK...seating charts, making sure the kids know procedures, and praying constantly all of my technology works! #elmused

irvingmrslucas Aug 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3- fun activities with students feeling success immediately. I mostly jump right into curriculum, with lots of routine practice. #elmused

MusicMorris Aug 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Sorry I'm late to the party(ies)! Stephanie @sc_elementary College Station, TX #elmused #CSISDchat

tracyking Aug 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

#elmused Oh! Hi everyone! Tracy, Missouri 3rd-5th general music and choir. :-) Sorry I'm late.

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Can someone retweet Q2 and Q3? #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@BraquetLiz Hahaha I’m pretty sure a lot of us would agree with that first part too :P #elmused

mrsbrunacini Aug 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3. Not a routine, but having many SS that I see every 8 days is stressful. Making a connection with them NOW is a priority. #elmused

audreymelugin Aug 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A1 cont'd... This one is very thoughtful! #elmused https://t.co/8UsdIhF4gB

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@MusicMorris @sc_elementary Hi Stephanie! Great to see you here! #elmused

MrsLevenberg Aug 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2: Last year's was "Fall in love with music." Still looking for ideas this year! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@tracyking Hi Tracy! No worries! #elmused

tracyking Aug 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2. I'm the bulletin board lady. I have 4 boards in my room. Am patiently waiting for the one I share in the hall LOL. #elmused

SarahMJoncas Aug 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#elmused I just realized reading these tweets that I didn't post the instruments of the orchestra anywhere in my room 😳

MrsPotterMusic Aug 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2 (cont) I've also got boards with tempo / dynamics, movement words, & national standards, next mont will start composted of month #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3b: When students enter the room we have a meeting to establish class culture. #elmused

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

I'm so happy for @tracyking and her lucky, lucky Ss that she is back in an #ELMusEd classroom!!!

MrsLevenberg Aug 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@jennifer_gilles I LOVE this! #elmused

irvingmrslucas Aug 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3-oops! To lower my stress, I prep & plan for the first several lessons and stay super organized, trying to stay ahead. #elmused

twkellyMRES Aug 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

I am so late! #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 Feel like if I get the seating charts done and field trips booked, I can relax a little #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 As long as my desk is organized and my binder O'Stuff is ready, I am ready #elmused

MusicMorris Aug 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A1: Linsin's Rules from Classroom Mang. Music, Art, PE #elmused

tracyking Aug 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@canmaestro Back to school is kickin' my booty! LOL. SO tired! #elmused

twkellyMRES Aug 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Tamika Kelly, Elementary Music K-5th, NC #ElMusEd

MrsPotterMusic Aug 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Oops, obviously meant composer of the month! #elmused

irvingmrslucas Aug 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@tracyking I was thinking of all your bulletin boards as I answered this one! Always great ideas! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Q4 coming up! #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@MrsLevenberg that sounds super cute, I love Fall! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@audreymelugin Love it! #elmused

MusicMorris Aug 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A1: 1listen follow directions. 2 raise hand 3be nice. I love them! #elmused highly recommend that book!!!

tracyking Aug 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@canmaestro I don't think I've seen any of the questions. Is there a link I missed? #elmused

MrsG_ATSmusic Aug 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A2: I am hoping to do a Pokemon Go instrument bulletin board, as well as a composer one (Welcome Bach! ) #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@audreymelugin WOW! #elmused

msmusiced Aug 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Gotta duck out early! Going home from marching band!! #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Aug 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: I have a written to-do list on my desk. I like to see things crossed off so I know I'm making progress, even on little things! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

@twkellyMRES But you're here! That’s all that matters! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Q4: How do you encourage homeroom Ts to talk up your programs and help out during the year? #elmused

SarahMJoncas Aug 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

@tracyking @canmaestro they're not showing up in the hashtag for me either! I've been going to my timeline to see them there #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

@MrsG_ATSmusic "Welcome Bach". Awesome idea! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

@tracyking @canmaestro No- Twitter is screwing up everything. I thought I was so prepared! #elmused

MrsG_ATSmusic Aug 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: Anxiety? What anxiety?? I've only had a couple nightmares...#elmused

tracyking Aug 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4. I am remarkably charming and flatter then ENDLESSLY. :-) #elmused

MrsLevenberg Aug 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3: General prep for the start of the year- scheduling, lesson planning, classroom near and organized, seating charts, etc #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

@MusicMorris Great to start the year off on a different foot! ;) #elmused

MsNystedtMusic Aug 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Using Tweetdeck on my computer is the ONLY way I can follow a Twitter chat! #elmused

MrsLevenberg Aug 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

@phyllissings NY schools 🙂 #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4: How do you encourage homeroom Ts to talk up your programs and help out during the year? #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@MrsPotterMusic I HAVE to have my written to-do lists. I may have grown up with tech…but I still need my lists #elmused

kampmiltonmusic Aug 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4: I try and bring the Ts into the room to show what we have been working on at the end of class - and tell them what we learned. #elmused

SarahMJoncas Aug 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4: new school, so I'm not sure yet! Teachers I've met so far seem happy to hear I teach music which is a good sign I think #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4: I try to build a positive relationship with them throughout the year so that when I ask we're already acquainted. #elmused

twkellyMRES Aug 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb #elmused Thanks!

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

I create a presentation of my lesson w/ ending times at the top of each slide to keep me on track. (@ActivInspire flipchart) #elmused

phyllissings Aug 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4 I talk about what I'm doing in class over lunch. Keeps other Ts asking Qs #ElMusEd

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4: Personal, face-to-face interaction and HANDWRITTEN THANK YOUS- my mom taught me well ;) #elmused

mrsbrunacini Aug 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4. At a new school this year. Hoping to open communication and collaborate with grade level teachers for programs. #elmused

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@MsNystedtMusic The new "Live" feature on Twitter is really good. :-) #ElMusEd

MrsPotterMusic Aug 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4: Interested to see answers for this one. At my old school, the teachers included me in parent information night. #elmused

MrsLevenberg Aug 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

@Shannon_Sari Ditto! Goal for this year is to align themes with classroom teachers. #elmused

twkellyMRES Aug 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

@canmaestro @ActivInspire #elmused Oh that's smart because my laptop clock is so wrong!

irvingmrslucas Aug 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: I make invites for students to decorate and bring to adults in and out of our building #elmused

jennifer_gilles Aug 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: I'm lucky that Ts in my bldg always get notes/letters home quickly and many are willing to help out however they can! ❤️ #elmused

BraquetLiz Aug 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

I gotta run -- I'll read back over all of this awesomeness!!! Happy Hump Day tomorrow!! #elmused

MrsG_ATSmusic Aug 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3 I've started bullet journaling and it really has helped with my productivity and organization. #elmused

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4 I send my "Music at Cannon" blog post to all Ps, Ss, Ts, and staff on Sunday evenings. #overkill #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

@MrsLevenberg @Shannon_Sari Great idea! It's much easier to get cooperation when you're helping to reinforce concepts. #elmused

phyllissings Aug 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4 thinking of starting a faculty choir! New school. New fun! #ElMusEd

twkellyMRES Aug 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4: I send important music announcements to the Ts! That way my Ss hear in in my room and in their homeroom. #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Do you have ideas for future #elmused topics? Tweet at me or direct message me to add your idea to the list!

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT

@MrsG_ATSmusic Que es este? #ElMusEd

MrsLevenberg Aug 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4: plan projects together! #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4 I totally agree @mspatricianhfb - the face to face planning and interaction makes a huge difference #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q5 coming up! #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@BraquetLiz You too, goodnight! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@phyllissings I’ve done that for a few years! It’s fun! #elmused

MrsG_ATSmusic Aug 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb I think there was some interest at our inservice to discuss strategies for teaching in smaller/unique music rooms. #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@MrsG_ATSmusic What do you mean by that? #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q5: Share a favorite Back to School Night tip! What do parents need to know right away? #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q5: Share a favorite Back to School Night tip! What do parents need to know right away? #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Patrick can you see this? #elmused

MrsLevenberg Aug 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A5: I got the parents singing call-and-response style with me- it was awesome and memorable! #elmused

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4 That I teach real learning standards, and that kids can get better if they work hard. #CultOfTalent #elmused #MindSet

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A5: This year I did a QR code that led to my back to school letter and schedule for parents to scan. #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Aug 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A5: Program dates, what extra programs do you have (choir, recorder, etc.), & a blurb about what you do in class! #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5 If there are any permission slips you will need later it's a good time to get that to them, then they also know what's coming up #elmused

irvingmrslucas Aug 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5: I have to recruit for band & chorus! I also give out a schedule of concerts and my contact info & webpage #elmused

KathyKuddes Aug 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5: Getting the Ps involved in some kind of music making would be my best way to connect them right away. #elmused

phyllissings Aug 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4 I teach some warmups to my Ps at back2school night. Get THEM singing. So much fun! #ElMusEd

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5 That I teach real learning standards, and that kids can get better if they work hard. #CultOfTalent #elmused #MindSet

SarahMJoncas Aug 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A5: who I am and what I do - will make the year so much easier. I'm not split between schools this year! #elmused

audreymelugin Aug 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A5 how to get in touch with me! I posted a QR code linked to my ISD website where they can sign up for all the apps we use #elmused

Shannon_Sari Aug 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A5: I meet with 5th grade Ps to talk about our big Broadway trip. It preps them for the expense later in the year. heh. #elmused

phyllissings Aug 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5 I get the Ps singing! So much fun! #ElMusEd

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q6 coming up! #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

@Shannon_Sari you do a Broadway trip? That must be a blast! #elmused

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

@KathyKuddes I never thought of doing this. I'm going to add it to my concert plans NOW. The kids need to hear Ps sing too! #ElMusEd

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

#elmused https://t.co/P3S4185hV2

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q6: How do you determine a budget for the yr? Do you supplement in ways other than a traditional fundraiser/grant? Share ideas! #elmused

KathyKuddes Aug 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@canmaestro #CommunityofSong #ElMusEd

Shannon_Sari Aug 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

@mrscapellan It was a tradition at my school long before me. It's fun! If only 5th wasn't too young for Hamilton! #elmused

MrsG_ATSmusic Aug 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A6 I bow down to @mrscapellan on this one...she's a wiz with Donors Choose. #elmused

jen_young1234 Aug 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A5: I always have the crowd sing a song with the choir at the end of the concert-next concert? Sight reading! @LionsLearning #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q6: How do you determine a budget for the year? Do you supplement in ways other than a traditional fundraiser/grant? Share ideas! #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6: My budget was predetermined, but it's great! Thankfully haven't needed to supplement yet. #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6 we have a big bake sale at Thanksgiving. Also @DonorsChoose has been a big help for extra instruments and materials #elmused

SarahMJoncas Aug 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6: my department head handles budget. We have a great parent org that helps a lot, and I'm lucky to already have a lot #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

@MrsG_ATSmusic @mrscapellan @BraquetLiz also knows a lot about this! #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb apologizes for the confusion. she is working on what the problem might be but overjoyed that her awesome #elmused team help

phyllissings Aug 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6 worlds finest chocolate. Easy fundraiser. #ElMusEd

MsNystedtMusic Aug 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6 My budget is determined by my district (and it just went up for the first time since I started!) & I've also used Donors Choose #elmused

MrsLevenberg Aug 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@kimbalee219 ditto! There are grants available through PTO and @OCMEA for things that go above and beyond- haven't needed it yet. #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Aug 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6: New school, still figuring this out! Very blessed at old school w/ great resources & funds if I needed anything. PTA helped too.#elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

@Shannon_Sari haha, if only! Do you know what you're seeing this year? #elmused

Tuffnellmusic Aug 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A6: I am blessed to have a fabulous parent org and principal that have provided everything that I have asked for. #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q7 coming up! #elmused

MsNystedtMusic Aug 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A6 I did get some extra money from my principal and our PTC and with some of my own money, I ordered a new metallophone today! #elmused

Shannon_Sari Aug 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A6: I go to my dept head and ask, "Hey, do we have $ for X?" Not vey scientific, but it works for us. #elmused

jen_young1234 Aug 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A6: We are having a choir car wash sept 17th! Early enough in the year to raise some money and check it off the list! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Q7: How do you stay connected to your Twitter PLN even when you are busy during the school year? #elmused

irvingmrslucas Aug 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A6: I supplement with a smencils fundraiser, and #DonorsChoose https://t.co/C7P3dyc56e. I also look for larger grants. #elmused

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

When I send home something that needs paying for, I always include, "Our family can afford to help a family in need." #community #elmused

MrsLevenberg Aug 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A7: I set calendar reminders as recurring weekly events so I don't forget! #elmused

Tuffnellmusic Aug 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Skipping out to make bedtime happen. Thanks #elmused and @mspatricianhfb for a great chat!

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7: I plan on staying with #elmused and with our school Twitter chat.

MsNystedtMusic Aug 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7 I keep Tweetdeck open with a column for certain hashtags all day on my laptop. If I have a quick 5 min., I can check it easily. #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7: Part of what keeps me sane is talking to you guys- I make sure Tues PM is set aside for #elmused and my district chat

desmusik - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q7: How do you stay connected to your Twitter PLN even when you are busy during the school year? #elmused

canmaestro - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A6 When I send home something that needs paying for, I always include, "Our family can afford to help a family in need." #community #ElMusEd

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

@MsNystedtMusic Same here! TweetDeck is my life! (except tonight when it is annoying me haha) #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Aug 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A7: I've got a weekly reminder in my phone for our chats for this year so I don't miss them. #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

@MrsPotterMusic I'll have to try that! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

@macch12 Definitely keep trying! Sometimes it takes a little convincing but they usually like it! @mrscapellan @MrsG_ATSmusic ;) #elmused

irvingmrslucas Aug 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A7: I try to check daily, and post at least weekly! I want to more this year with Twitter #elmused

phyllissings Aug 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A7 alarm set! #elmused https://t.co/aB5mQbOLgP

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Would love to start our #slowchatmus back up next week! Anyone interested in sending a question once a week? #elmused

mrscapellan Aug 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A7 sometimes I'm more into the FB Feierabend group or podcasts or @periscope. I like to mix it up but always come back to Twitter 😉 #elmused

SarahMJoncas Aug 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A7: my personal goal for the year is to avoid being an island! Try to check Twitter from my phone in down time at home #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Thanks for joining #elmused chat tonight! Come back to discuss Classroom Management with @canmaestro next week!

jen_young1234 Aug 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A7: my motto this year "less of me, more of them" @LionsLearning #ElMusEd

svitullomusic Aug 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb @Tuffnellmusic @Seesaw yes! Happy to help :) #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb Newbie, what's #slowchatmus ? #elmused

MrsG_ATSmusic Aug 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb thanks for hosting! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Aug 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

@kimbalee219 One person tweets a question out each day Mon-Fri & you can respond at any point that day- keeps chat going all week #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb @canmaestro Thank you! #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Aug 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks for joining #elmused chat tonight! Come back to discuss Classroom Management with @canmaestro next week!

MrsLevenberg Aug 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Night all! #elmused

kimbalee219 Aug 30 @ 9:59 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb Cool! I'll watch for it. @BraquetLiz might be interested too. #elmused