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desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #elmused chat! Please introduce yourself: name/location/grade levels and favorite Fall song to teach.

WHmusicrocks Sep 20 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#elmused Jennifer, k-5 general music, Orff and Kodaly specialist, Kansas City, MO!

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:02 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 Sep 20 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Laura from Indianapolis, teaching K-5 and favorite fall songs are Armed Forces songs for Veteran's Day! #elmused

irvingmrslucas Sep 20 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi, Jenn from CT here, K-5 General, band and chorus. I love the story songs in First Steps! #elmused

WHmusicrocks Sep 20 @ 9:02 PM EDT

5th gr Ss doing "Boston Tea Party" from #NEDM @peteramidon @LPSFineArts #orffposse #elmused #whcats https://t.co/KwmNIvIk4d

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Molly from Arlington, VA, preK-5th grade, love teaching Five Little Pumpkins #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Destiny from Livingston, TX. Pre-K-3rd, APple Tree and 3 Little Pumpkins #elmused

phyllissings Sep 20 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Phyllis, Baton Rouge LA, 5th&6th grade gen mus & choir, I teach a Football chant because #GeauxTigers! #elmused

MrsLevenberg Sep 20 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Sophie Levenberg, K-2 music in Goshen, NY. Love the Turkey Woogie! #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 coming up! #elmused

BraquetLiz Sep 20 @ 9:05 PM EDT

I'm Liz from Texas. K-5, 700+ students...not necessarily a fall song but I always teach it in the fall..Kye Kye Koolay #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q1 What kinds of procedures do you have for getting the kids attention or for the kids to get you attention? #elmused

Shannon_Sari Sep 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hello! Shannon from NJ. Prek 3s-5 gen mus, 6th group piano. Love teaching Shoo Turkey to my littles! #elmused

MrsLevenberg Sep 20 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Rhythmic call-and-response clapping, shushing, etc. also, different songs I sing to transition them to new activities. #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Started using 3-2-1 this yr: 3-Ss seated, 2-criss cross, hands in bubble, 1-silent&tracking. Works well-Ss can talk till 1 #elmused

jennifer_gilles Sep 20 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Jenny from NE Ohio. PreK-2. Favorite fall song...too many to choose from! #elmused

twkellyMRES Sep 20 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Hey everyone! Tamika Kelly, Elementary Music K - 5, NC #ElMusEd

BraquetLiz Sep 20 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: we have school wide hand signs for general things like bathroom and water. Specials also use "Cooper-Pirates" call and response #elmused

xxxmammamiaxxx Sep 20 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 To get class's attention I use "Class" (T speaks), "Yes" (S response). Art teacher friend says "Mona" and the kids say "Lisa". #elmused

Shannon_Sari Sep 20 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: The age old echo claps. Echo patterns on "ch" (they must stop talking to do it!) When I say/sing "Class?", they respond "Yes!" #elmused

jennifer_gilles Sep 20 @ 9:09 PM EDT

We have a school clap (ta, ta, ti-ti, ta) and I also use "Give Me 5" during small group work/centers. #elmused

xxxmammamiaxxx Sep 20 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@BraquetLiz Love that Cooper Pirates idea! #elmused

twkellyMRES Sep 20 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: I start giving @ClassDojo pts to students who look prepared and ready to learn. The "ding" helps then get settled quickly. #elmused

canmaestro - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Patrick, Dallas/Ft Worth K-5 #elmused

irvingmrslucas Sep 20 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: kids raise their hands for everything! Trying w/out one this year, but in the past I've done a variety of call&response signals #elmused

xxxmammamiaxxx Sep 20 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 To get class attention, "if you hear my voice, clap 2 times." #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Q2 coming up! #elmused

phyllissings Sep 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 I play a chord and arpeggio on the piano #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 I say"CHunky" Kids say "Monkey", Hey, Hey song and I say SHOW ME someone who is... The kids use different sign lang to inform me #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Forgot to mention that I just show my fingers to get this to happen- a lot less raising of my voice #elmused https://t.co/wP3wOKI8Y0

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Started using 3-2-1 this yr: 3-Ss seated, 2-criss cross, hands in bubble, 1-silent&tracking. Works well-Ss can talk till 1 #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Just came home. Miki, K-5 and instrumental, IL #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q2 What types of procedures can you share about when kids need to go to the bathroom, nurse, etc in the middle of your class? #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Sep 20 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Shelley in Frisco, TX teaching K-5 music. Favorite song...I like to do Skin and Bones around Halloween :) #elmused

WHmusicrocks Sep 20 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: I sing on "dun dun": do so, so, la, so, and the kids sing back "dun dun!": ti, do! Like Shave and a haircut #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: I either do the echo, give me five, or simply have a Dojo timer going and show them how much time was wasted not having fun #elmused

xxxmammamiaxxx Sep 20 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 We don't use the restroom during music. :) If they feel sick, I tell them to tell teacher or mom when they go home. #elmused

twkellyMRES Sep 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: Because every classroom teacher has their own signal, I just use a raised quiet hand. #elmused

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MrsLevenberg Sep 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: Have a pass, they can't go before an attendance, when we're learning something new, or mid-song. They just go- don't ask. #elmused

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mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: Gr 3-5 can go to br when pass is there if I’m not giving directions/main part of lesson, K-2 have to ask…I need a better system #elmused

phyllissings Sep 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 Ss have a planner as a hall pass. They fill it out, I sign. No Qs asked - unless they take advantage of it #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@xxxmammamiaxxx I’ve had to make this rule in some younger classes- it’s always like a chain reaction #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Sep 20 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1: I do a lot of echo singing to get their attention. Also borrowed from a friend this yr "All set?" S. say "You bet!" #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@twkellyMRES This is definitely an issue for me…I can’t keep them all straight- I wish it was school-wide #elmused

WHmusicrocks Sep 20 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: They ask, depending on the timing, they go. Bathroom: I ask "is it worth recess time?" Never take time, just my lithmus test! #elmused

xxxmammamiaxxx Sep 20 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb LOL, yes a serious chain reaction about using the restroom. #elmused

BraquetLiz Sep 20 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Bathroom is a hand signal and I always say no the first time (unless there is a medical issue). #elmused

twkellyMRES Sep 20 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@xxxmammamiaxxx @mspatricianhfb #elmused spreadsheet like glitter!

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Q3 coming up! #elmused

jennifer_gilles Sep 20 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: Not generally a problem. Most Ts take kids to BR before their special. I usually allow 1 kiddo to go at transition. Rest "wait."#elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: I explain that I only have 45 min a week with them and bathroom/water/etc takes away from it. I don't allow unless emer. of 504 #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@twkellyMRES @xxxmammamiaxxx Hahah so true, exactly like glitter! #elmused

BraquetLiz Sep 20 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2 cont I don't send many kids to the nurse. It's usually only if they've bumped heads or nose bleeds. A cold paper towel is magic! #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q3 When children act out or misuse an instrument/ manipulative, what are your procedures? Is there a rest area or T-O place? #elmused

Shannon_Sari Sep 20 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2: Ss just get up for tissues. No asking. Ts try to send to bathroom before Music so there are few leaving me class. Ss must ask. #elmused

irvingmrslucas Sep 20 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2: A raised hand for everything but a tissue or emergency. I don't like saying no to the bathroom, but will say "please wait for" #elmused

DynamicMsNelson Sep 20 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Oh my gosh! Hi everyone! I finally remembered not too late! Devon Nelson, TK-6 General and Instrumental, CA #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Sep 20 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2: For restroom, S. sign "r" & I point to where the pass is. If it's there, they can go, if not, they go when it gets back. #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@BraquetLiz Unless their’s blood, or barf, no nurse from my class either! #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@macch12 I understand nurse passes, but I usually have kids go if it's bad (vomit). No time for passes. #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 I use the sign lang signs. Ts take them before coming, but Kids are in an hour rotation with 30 min each PE/Music. Ss gotta go #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: Rest Area- 1st time: turn timer, breathe, return when timer done; 2nd: fill out reflection sheet; 3rd: office (rarely get to 3) #elmused

xxxmammamiaxxx Sep 20 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 Depending on circumstances; a warning, loss of instrument, sit in time out. #elmused

phyllissings Sep 20 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 negative @ClassDojo and loss of playing privileges #elmused

WHmusicrocks Sep 20 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: We are a BIST district and have safe seats. #elmused

BraquetLiz Sep 20 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: I have a TO wall. They sit out for a few minutes then get one more chance. 2nd time they sit out the rest of class. #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Sep 20 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb @xxxmammamiaxxx Same here! I usually ask if they can wait, & if they can, they usually forget about it! #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Sorry... #elmused https://t.co/Zpw2VOSUZG

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@BraquetLiz Band aids are great too. "I need the nurse to tell me what this is.." I give them a band aid and say, "Not now."

svitullomusic Sep 20 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Sarah here from NC! A1: clap a rhythm, play a long drum roll #elmused https://t.co/DPRXB5Dt4G

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q1 What kinds of procedures do you have for getting the kids attention or for the kids to get you attention? #elmused

xxxmammamiaxxx Sep 20 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@MrsPotterMusic @mspatricianhfb I love how they can forget that they desperately need to use the restroom! #elmused

DynamicMsNelson Sep 20 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A1: I quietly sing "5 4 3 2 1" (SFMRD) while showing hand signal. They get quiet by zero. It is also subtle ear training! #elmused

svitullomusic Sep 20 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2: remind them to try to go before or after, they will miss playing instruments! #elmused https://t.co/m00IX7DAhT

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q2 What types of procedures can you share about when kids need to go to the bathroom, nurse, etc in the middle of your class? #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@WHmusicrocks What is BIST? #elmused

Shannon_Sari Sep 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: Warning. Reseated next to me. Might lose turn if not respecting materials/safety. Rarely, sit out to cool off. #elmused

MrsLevenberg Sep 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: just removing the instrument is punishment enough in K-2.. Always give them the chance to earn it back, though. #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: Negative @ClassDojo points, loss of flexible seating privileges until they try to participate positively #elmused

DynamicMsNelson Sep 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A1: I will also sing directions. "5 your eyes are on me, 4 your hands are in your lap" etc. #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@BraquetLiz Do you have issues with them disrupting if they have to sit out the whole class? My classes are 60 mins haha #elmused

twkellyMRES Sep 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: I use our PBIS procedures and Zero pt Dojo, a rest area, change of space (bounce), or an Admin referral. #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Sep 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: depending on circumstances, 1-warning, 2-out for a turn, 3-out for the rest of that activity. #elmused

jennifer_gilles Sep 20 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3: I typically give 1 warning, if problem persists they move to "rest area" chair. Possible behavior note home. #elmused

irvingmrslucas Sep 20 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3: 1-warning, 2- break and/or loss of dojo point, moved clips, etc. #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3 time out spot #elmused https://t.co/irCi0arHNX

annemileski Sep 20 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Hey everyone! Anne here from WA, K-5 music #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:26 PM EDT

@phyllissings I'll see if I have photos on my phone #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4 coming up! #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Q4 Do you do any "out of the box" ideas for moving from seats to circle, instrument post, another area, etc within your class? #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@ClassDojo plug- If you use the mobile app you can write about what the issue was. I print out the report if it was a bad day #elmused

annemileski Sep 20 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A1: I usually rely on musical transitions to ensure that I have kids attention in class.Never having down time keeps them engaged! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Join us for next week’s chat about Classroom Organization! #elmused Keep an eye out for October’s schedule soon! https://t.co/lENlSwMJIJ

MrsLevenberg Sep 20 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: All musical transitions. Everybody circle round, find your rug spots, line up- I've got a song for everything! #elmused

BraquetLiz Sep 20 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: Not out of the box but the Quaver circle up song is the best IMO! #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: No, they usually congregate on the carpet and giggle until I give the next activity. They're so cute. #elmused

WHmusicrocks Sep 20 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: We sit in circle on velcro spots with numbers, go pick your instrument by birthday month (current thru the next 11). #elmused

WHmusicrocks Sep 20 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4 con't: that way each person gets a turn to pick their favorite instrument first! #elmused

BraquetLiz Sep 20 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4: For instruments, they know to put their instrument on the floor, hands in their lap. If you play before I say I take it away! #elmused

kimbalee219 Sep 20 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Late to the party! Kim, Lubbock, TX, pre-k through 5th #elmused

svitullomusic Sep 20 @ 9:32 PM EDT

@desmusik yes, thank you. Sounds like a good idea! Just working/aligning w/ PBIS culture :) #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Any topics anyone is dying to talk about in #elmused chat in October? We want to make sure we’re getting your ideas!

annemileski Sep 20 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3: I find that a quick redirect/saying their name usually works. Extreme cases they may sit out a turn and then get invited back. #elmused

Shannon_Sari Sep 20 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4: To control chaos when moving or getting to pick materials, I use a random selector on my iPad. No one argues with the iPad! #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:32 PM EDT

@macch12 Love this! #elmused

kimbalee219 Sep 20 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4: I've started offering choices when moving around the room. Like,"You may tip-toe or march to the carpet." #elmused

DynamicMsNelson Sep 20 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4: I don't make Ss go to an instrument and not play it if I'm still assigning instruments. They can play until the quiet signal. #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Sep 20 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4: I mostly have them singing whatever song we just did or will do while transitioning to a circle. #elmused

kimbalee219 Sep 20 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4: Part 2 Then I make the one I prefer seem better. "Only tip-toe if you're feeling sneaky." #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Sep 20 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4 (cont): need more efficient ways to get instruments out and put away. Takes a lot of time in my room! #elmused

svitullomusic Sep 20 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@macch12 very very cool! Would love to know how you teach all these positions! #elmused

annemileski Sep 20 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4: I sing all my transitions, “All stand up”; “all sit down” “circle, circle”, count downs, etc. #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Sep 20 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@macch12 this is a great idea! #elmused

svitullomusic Sep 20 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Shoutout to the wonderful #PLN of #elmused teachers! Thanks for all the wonderful ideas and knowledge you share #TootlingTuesday

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@Shannon_Sari I use the random button on @ClassDojo too. I can do a lot with that one app. Random is great for learning names too! #elmused

irvingmrslucas Sep 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4: I practice and demo transitions a lot. Often I'll sing a song we've been working on w/ neutral syllables as they move. #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q5 coming up! #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

@macch12 Ohh...I have something like that. Now I can actually post them and have a better use for it! Yay! #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q5 What procedures do you have for letting students perform in class, like singing, playing for their peers? #elmused

Shannon_Sari Sep 20 @ 9:37 PM EDT

@msmusiced I use the random button in iDoceo. Best app on which I have ever spent money! #elmused

kimbalee219 Sep 20 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A2: I have a poster on the wall that bathroom and drinks are available before and after music class. I allow for emergencies. #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@Shannon_Sari I have that app...I don't know why I couldn't stay with it. I'll look into it again. :-) #elmused

kimbalee219 Sep 20 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A2: Part 2 If it becomes an epidemic I stop class and take them all. Not my fav option but I want to protect my carpet. 😉 #elmused

BraquetLiz Sep 20 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5: I have them come in before school and let me preview the performance. I love kids performing but I make sure they're ready #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A5: We discuss 3 R’s: Respect Ourselves, Others, Surroundings as an audience&what it means/how brave soloists are to perform alone #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A5: Is it lazy to say that GamePlan did all of this work for me? Today I tossed a bean bag and kids were wanting to solo sing. #elmused

MrsLevenberg Sep 20 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5: We do "Music in our Lives" at the end of class- I keep a few mins and kids volunteer to sing, dance, play an instrument, etc. #elmused

Shannon_Sari Sep 20 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5: Again, the random button on iDoceo. I use in the seating chart, & enter grades from there at the same time. AND audio record Ss #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Sep 20 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5: I have kids sign up when they have something to perform & I go down the list, 2 people perform each day #elmused

kimbalee219 Sep 20 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5: They have to let me know a week in advance. If more students request it, I may have a show off day. There's also a talent shw #elmused

JarvelaMused - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

I'm very late but I finally made it! Adam from NJ #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

@MrsLevenberg Do Ss usually have something “real” to perform? I’ve tried Talent Days and they just haven’t worked #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A5: I have band and orchestra kids using Seesaw with their Chromebooks if they have Internet at home. #elmused

Shannon_Sari Sep 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A5.2: If it is not class related, I say they can share if there is time at the end, but our lesson comes first. #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

@MrsPotterMusic Do you always have a bunch of Ss signed up? What kinds of things do they do? #elmused

BraquetLiz Sep 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A5: I've never done this as a daily/ regular thing but I might have to! #elmused

MrsPotterMusic Sep 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Gotta sign off early and get some work done. Will catch up later. Thanks @desmusik for hosting! #elmused

irvingmrslucas Sep 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5: If I've planned for solos, I encourage good listening & heartfelt applause. If Ss ask to perform, I save it for end of class! #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5 The kids have to perform for me first then sign up for a time in the next coming lessons. #elmused

twkellyMRES Sep 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5: If it's not class related, I save time at the end of the class period for the following week. #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q6 coming up! #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:43 PM EDT

@msmusiced The kids LOVE IT. They run home to record themselves practicing and they also use that to ask questions. It's awesome! #elmused

jennifer_gilles Sep 20 @ 9:43 PM EDT

I have PreK-2, so if I know a kid takes lessons (i.e. Piano) I'll let them play if we have 2-3 extra minutes. #elmused

kimbalee219 Sep 20 @ 9:43 PM EDT

@MrsPotterMusic That's awesome that so many are brave enough to share! #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q6 That types of procedures do you have to reward or recognize well-behaved students? #elmused

WHmusicrocks Sep 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: If not class related, they play/sing as we line up at the end of class. I only see kids once a week 50min so no extra time #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5 Pt 2 They can sing, dance, tell 5 jokes, read poem or show off a visual art piece #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6: Ss w positive beh. move up letters in ALLSTARS (mascot)- if all letters move up, class gets star; 3 stars= reward in next class #elmused

Shannon_Sari Sep 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6: Brag tags!! Well, that's the plan this year, at any rate. Instead of necklaces, they will glue into their notebooks. #elmused

MrsLevenberg Sep 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6: Had little notes printed and ready for good listeners, perfect partner, etc. Using brag bracelets now- kids LOVE them. #elmused

jennifer_gilles Sep 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6: Brag tags! @tracyking We also award medals (2 per teacher) every Monday for positive behavior/improved academics. #elmused

kimbalee219 Sep 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb @MrsLevenberg I have learned to ask if they take piano lessons after an unfortunate "interpretative" song. #elmused

irvingmrslucas Sep 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6: getting to lead a game, a music stars picked at the end of class to sign a poster. PBIS tickets, dojo points, stickers #elmused

DynamicMsNelson Sep 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6: Each class has a behavior book, goes to classroom Tr. I list great Ss under a happy face & the #ibpyp attitude they showed. #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@jennifer_gilles Yup! I usually ask if they have a teacher if they ask to play. That diminishes the impulse. #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Ss brainstorm rewards in 3-5, I pick in K-2: @GoNoodle , musical chairs, Freeze Dance, 10 mins outside #elmused https://t.co/y29UVMSeKR

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6: Ss w positive beh. move up letters in ALLSTARS (mascot)- if all letters move up, class gets star; 3 stars= reward in next class #elmused

WHmusicrocks Sep 20 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A6: stickers for K-2, class reward system (paper money, points, etc) that each classroom teacher does (all different of course...) #elmused

phyllissings Sep 20 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A6 school wide @ClassDojo rewards every other Friday. This Friday is crazy sock day (we have uniforms) #elmused

DynamicMsNelson Sep 20 @ 9:48 PM EDT

What are brag tags? #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A6: Positive @ClassDojo with Pokémon bc I'm a nerd who understands. I evolve them every 8 points. They have been REALLY good. #elmused

BraquetLiz Sep 20 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A6: class rewards-freeze dance elimination, free seat day, iPad time, instrument centers, #elmused

tracyking Sep 20 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@DynamicMsNelson Brag Tags = https://t.co/OrYekhrhDb #elmused

kimbalee219 Sep 20 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A6: I'm working on a tree to recognize ss kindnesses and positive choices. Also choose them to be line leaders or the caboose.#elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q7 coming up! #elmused

twkellyMRES Sep 20 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A6: PBIS Loot, Dojo pt levels, Music Fun Day (where we play music games), Music notes home! Lots! #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q7 What transition/procedure, not covered, would you want to share with us? enter/exit/Ss b-day/ figgety Ss/personal space, etc? #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:51 PM EDT

@msmusiced Oh wow…that’s awesome, but do you just make up new evolutions or does it take awhile to get to 8 its? Lol #elmused

kimbalee219 Sep 20 @ 9:51 PM EDT

@BraquetLiz Yes! Mine is a kindness tree with leaves and notes. 🎶 "A Note of Kindness." #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A7: 1st gr sings Hello Freddie to Freddie the Frog puppet as they enter (cultivates singing voice), PreK and K have hello song #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:52 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb I have all of the clip art so I have them get a starter and move up. It takes a while to get to 8- music 1x a week #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Join us for next week’s chat about Classroom Organization! #elmused Keep an eye out for October’s schedule soon! https://t.co/j549mhEoL2

twkellyMRES Sep 20 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A7: I teach how to stand on the carpet (K statues); I teach how to place books on shelves ( hug your book, pages in, spine out). #elmused

MrsLevenberg Sep 20 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A7: I have Ss sing attendance- K/1 respond "Here I am!" when they hear their name; 2 a student sings names and others respond. #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6: I use Freeze Dance and @GoNoodle regularly, but I haven't done FD in a while. Kids prob think I'm mad at them. Oops. #elmused

kimbalee219 Sep 20 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A7:A song to leave that talks about line choices. (Tune:Gilligan's island) "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes" for wiggles. #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A7: iPads- go behind you when you walk in, upside down like turtles, hugged to chest when leaving class #elmused

kimbalee219 Sep 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

@mspatricianhfb Love the Hello song! #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A7: Fidgety kids love sensory bottles, Velcro. I have some on yoga balls. Works pretty well. #elmused

BraquetLiz Sep 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

@desmusik Thank you for an awesome chat!!!! Can't wait for next week! #elmused

kimbalee219 Sep 20 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@twkellyMRES Music fun day sounds great! #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@BraquetLiz Mine request competitions and winner gets a glow stick that I get in droves from the Dollar Tree #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@DynamicMsNelson Yep! By end of year most Ss can sing S-M S-M if I hum the starting pitch…but we work up to it #elmused

mspatricianhfb Sep 20 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Thanks to @desmusik for hosting this week! #elmused

irvingmrslucas Sep 20 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A7: I am using a PowerPoint with all recordings, videos, etc. linked. This makes transitions fast, the visuals are great for kids! #elmused

desmusik - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks for joining #elmused chat tonight! We hope to see you next week to discuss Classroom Organization.

MrsLevenberg Sep 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Night all! #elmused

DynamicMsNelson Sep 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks for a great chat everyone! Thanks for hosting @desmusik #elmused

msmusiced Sep 20 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A7: Exit: "My arms at hanging at my side, my body's straight & tall, my ft are pointing str8 ahead I'm ready 4 the hall" #elmused

kimbalee219 Sep 20 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Good night #elmused friends! Thanks for the great ideas!

twkellyMRES Sep 20 @ 9:59 PM EDT

@kimbalee219 #elmused It's awesome. We do IWB games, @GoNoodle , iPad, Dance Parties, or Bingo. They love Bingo!