#mschat Archive

A chat that offers middle school teachers a chance to have a collaborative discussion about a different topic each week. Our topics change from week to week, ranging from Common Core State Standards to Character Education. During the chat, participants exchanges ideas and resources. The chat group ranges in size each week from 10 to 50+ participants. Discussion can be general talking about instructional style or process to specific. Recently members of the chat group help each other create lessons.

Thursday May 17, 2018
8:00 PM EDT

  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Please take a moment to introduce yourself and your current role. Remember to use the hashtag #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    My name is Michael and I'm a 6th grade teacher in Columbus, Ohio - Students finish the school year next tuesday #mschat
  • MrPStrunk May 17 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Phil from Northern Virginia. I teach 7th grade US History II and am the founder of #waledchat which meets right after #mschat!
  • MrsAsztalos May 17 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Good Evening #mschat and #MasteryChat Melissa, 7th Grade Science from Upstate NY here. It was quite the day, so I need a pick me up tonight!
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    First question coming up in ONE minute - be sure to use the Q1/A1 format and include the tag #mschat with your tweet.
  • geiendorsed May 17 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Maintaining a positive classroom climate as the close of another school year approaches lets everyone end the year on a high note... https://t.co/hOnULDTi97 #edchat #teachers #elemchat #mschat #hschat #suptchat #edtech
  • HowardKiyuna May 17 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Hi #masterychat #mschat and #gtchat . Howard from SF Bay Area, CA here.
  • jillian_traurig May 17 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    I'm Jillian. Former MS teacher, current professional developer working with 3 districts in central Florida (PS- Go Bolts!) #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Q1: The year is long and there are many challenges - what was the biggest one you faced this year? How did you overcome it? (or have you yet?) #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek May 17 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Ryan from MI, 6th grade Social Studies. #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    a1: We had so many changes at our school this year - curriculum, math program, structure. it was a challenge getting all of that together #mschat
  • HowardKiyuna May 17 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1: I'll give you the one I handled. For various reasons I've had staff changes this year. I used them in their areas of talent & imparted as much as possible. #mschat
  • MrPStrunk May 17 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1: Preparing students for THEIR futures over MY past. Was so glad to go to conferences to expose me to the amazing ways to use PBAs over just having students make a powerpoint! #mschat @ERobbPrincipal @KGT_Educator @ToddRisser @misskoplin
  • MrsAsztalos May 17 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1 Biggest challenge is right now. Still have over a month of school and Ss are already checked out. Planned the last unit with tons of choice and activities, but still frustrated. #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek May 17 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: New School = New learning all year. Finally felt caught up and centered a couple of weeks ago. Tried hard to learn from every T, A, P, and S along the way. #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    there is a question about this coming up a bit later - such a tough challenge! #mschat
    In reply to @MrsAsztalos
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Adjusting to the many minutiae of an elementary setting for 6th grade. There’s so much all the time! Collecting money & forms, duties, behavior/management, fundraisers, etc. #mschat
  • jillian_traurig May 17 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Not enough hours in the day! One solution that's been effective is capitalizing on colleague's strengths and areas of interest. Divide and conquer! #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    so many hats, not even a hydra can handle it :) #mschat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    no doubt you did - you are a great member of your community :) #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • Mr_Lisek May 17 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    I try my hardest. #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    you really do - and you inspire me to do a better job of it myself! #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Q2: Did you challenge others? Your programming? Your systems? How did you challenge your program this year? #mschat
  • skeeTX May 17 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: transitioning from a T to an admin has been a fascinating experience so far. The POV I now have has allowed me to see the big picture more clearly #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    a2: when decisions were made in meetings I asked - is this the best choice for students? or is this the easiest path for us? #mschat
  • MrPStrunk May 17 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2: My history department constantly challenges each other to be the best possible versions of ourselves. As our school moves more towards 1:1 I'd like to think I have helped my fellow Ts find some cool tech ideas for their classes! #mschat @ERobbPrincipal @HistoryislifeDC
  • skeeTX May 17 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2: I think it is healthy to ask how can we improve in all areas, especially when enhancing the S experience #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek May 17 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Right back at ya! #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A2: I’ve been part of an amazing team transitioning 6th from our elementaries to the jr high building. We got to design our programming, schedule, model from the ground up. It will be fantastic. Bringing the best of both world together. #mschat
  • MrsAsztalos May 17 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A2 I wish I could say yes, but this is what I felt like this year in mtgs #mschat
  • HowardKiyuna May 17 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A2: We were given an opportunity to do Google Expeditions VR on a weeks notice, a day after testing, 1 week before our biggest fund raiser. Had to go for. Grateful we did it. That was Monday. #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    that's really tough. I hope you are asking the questions though! #mschat
    In reply to @MrsAsztalos
  • jillian_traurig May 17 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: I've been challenging all educators that I work with to take steps to reduce barriers for ALL students and incorporate #udl strategies. #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    congrats - those moments can be so scary! #mschat
    In reply to @HowardKiyuna
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    you can't evolve and be innovative without asking questions and challenging each other. #mschat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk, @ERobbPrincipal, @HistoryislifeDC
  • MrsAsztalos May 17 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Our districts motto "but that's the way it's always been done!" I can only do so much being the newest one of the bunch! #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • MrsSchramp May 17 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Hi all! Melissa from Atchison, KS. I teach 6-8 Soc Studies. Just dropped off my son at baseball practice, so I'm a few mins late. But always glad to see what you all can share! #masterychat #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    This sign is hanging on the front of my desk. I understand how tough that is though! #mschat
    In reply to @MrsAsztalos
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    welcome! glad you could make it! #mschat
    In reply to @MrsSchramp
  • Mr_Lisek May 17 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: I asked many questions about the reasoning behind why the content was taught/assesses the way it was. Heard “we’ve always done it that way.” But, we agreed to meet this summer and rewrite our curriculum guide and pre/post assessment. #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Q3: Between parents, students, colleagues, and other members of your building, you have hundreds of conversations. What was the most challenging one? #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator May 17 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A1: Finding time to do all and be all I desire to be and my students deserve #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    a3: the toughest ones for me are when Ss are not showing signs of progress. Ps and Ss get frustrated and have difficulty finding the light #mschat
  • MrsSchramp May 17 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Glad I could make it, too! I always get something from #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • blocht574 - Moderator May 17 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A3: Letting a student know they matter after parents belittled them and left them at a relatives #mschat
  • jillian_traurig May 17 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A3: These convos are few and far between luckily, but whenever I've had to talk with my voice cracking and on the verge of tears when it feels like a parent has given up on their kiddo #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    those are painful - they need all the adults as allies! #mschat
    In reply to @jillian_traurig
  • HowardKiyuna May 17 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A3: I've had more this year than ever before. They were challenging. But it's good! We're training. #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A3: Major vs minor behaviors. I’m not always as worked up over some things as others may be. It may come across as if I’m not supporting them or not expecting my students to be really respectful. But it’s not that cut and dry. I look at the why behind it. Not easy convos. #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    This is actually the topic of my next blog - behaviors and their sources. such a powerful observation #mschat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk
  • blocht574 - Moderator May 17 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Trying to keep up while at football meeting for my son... keep the great conversation #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    glad you can pop in occasionally :) #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Looking forward to reading it! #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    so many people focusing on helping the kids with conversations - such an important part of MS life! #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek May 17 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3: Parents of gifted and talented Ss who struggled with only having assessment feedback presented vs. going on the e-grades and not seeing every assignment “graded”. Received 51 emails the first week because at mid marks, their Ss weren’t A students. Trust was necessary. #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Q4 in one minute - @MrsAsztalos - this one is for you! #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Q4: As we wind down the school year, it is often tough to keep students and lessons focused. How do you meet the challenge of making the last few days/weeks meaningful? #mschat
  • TheStephenKeys May 17 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A4. Lots of reflection and lots f laughs! #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    a4: routines, protocols, strucutres - they are still all in place. binders in ready position, chairs pushed in, lining up correctly. all of that impacts Ss perception of the day #mschat
  • MrsSchramp May 17 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3 We've been hit this yr w/ some unexpected teacher departures, long and short term, due to health or personal issues. In just 1 yr at my school I've grown close to my colleagues and I hate to see a single person leave #mschat
  • MrPStrunk May 17 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A4: There are still stories to be told, people to meet, and places to visit in history for us. We may see the destination, but we are not quite there yet! #mschat @moler3031 @DennisDill @DisruptedTv @StephDill92 @_on11
  • blocht574 - Moderator May 17 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A4: Going hands on, making the last days fun and active #mschat
  • jillian_traurig May 17 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A4: Taking time to have Ss meaningfully reflect on their successes and areas of growth from the year. Great way to build S confidence in their abilities and also get S feedback for future teaching plans #mschat
  • MrsAsztalos May 17 @ 8:28 PM EDT
  • Mr_Lisek May 17 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A4: Keep lessons engagingand allow for movement. We have been working on a writing prompt assessment, and I don’t let my Ss sit for more than 15 minutes at a time w/o a movement break. Everyone must stand and walk and talk. No sitting during breaks. It really helps. #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    We are doing SO many reflection activities this week - from writing to google forms to #mathsnaps :) (thanks @TaraMartinEDU !) #mschat
    In reply to @jillian_traurig, @TaraMartinEDU
  • TaraMartinEDU May 17 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Yayzers!!!! Love this, Michael.#mschat #Mathsnaps 😍💥
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @jillian_traurig
  • WaltKozlowski May 17 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4: As principal I encourage holding off on "end of year" festivities til very last few days & set the building calendar as such. #mschat
    • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:26 PM EDT
      Q4: As we wind down the school year, it is often tough to keep students and lessons focused. How do you meet the challenge of making the last few days/weeks meaningful? #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek May 17 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4: Also important to keep mindfulness in play. Focus on strategies to reduce stress and keep behaviors within the expectations that were developed on Day 1. #mschat
  • HowardKiyuna May 17 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4: Towards the end I push 1 more epic eventful period. As we get real close to the end I talk about what they mean to me in terms of my 17 years of building a school. Every class is different - state it in the positive and tell them. #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    we also do not post any sort of "Countdown" - don't count down, make the days count! #mschat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4: Keep routines intact. Our last day is Wednesday, but instructionally, I haven’t stopped. If it still feels like learning time, it still IS learning time. The kids are still working hard, so it’s definitely working! #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    our last day is tuesday, we'll put the brakes on tomorrow. #mschat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk
  • WaltKozlowski May 17 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A4: As teacher, I kept some of the best lessons til last & incorporated meaningful reflections on our years journey into the last few days. #mschat
  • TaraMartinEDU May 17 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Eeeek! 😆📚💥 Why don’t ya melt my heart to puddles?! #BookSnaps #MathSnaps...man, what more could a girl want to hear on a school night?! You rock!!! #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @jillian_traurig
  • MrsSchramp May 17 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A4 I'm trying to finish up some wrap-up projects. I was very stressed about getting in every bit of information, but over the past few days my main focus is enjoying my last few days w/ my Ss. Laughing w/ them, telling them how amazing I think they are, etc. #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Q5: We need to challenge ourselves outside of our school as well. What non-school challenges have you set for yourself this year? What have you achieved? Brag on yourself! #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    a4: we also ACTIVELY address the 'elephant in the room' - yes, summer break is coming, yes, we're ALL Thinking of it, but that is NOT the target right now. don't trip at the finish line #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek May 17 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    I HATE countdowns. We have counted up all year to denote which day of our Best Year Ever it is. We don’t ever know how many days are in a school year. #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @WaltKozlowski
  • WaltKozlowski May 17 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Sorry for jumping in without an introduction. (Just put the kids to bed.) Walt, ms principal in Macomb County, MI. #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    We had awards tonight, big field trip tomorrow, field day Monday. Turned Chromebooks in today. Tuesday will be breakouts much of the day (perfect balance of fun and challenging), and they will help me pack my room—have to be out by Thursday 7am! #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    welcome to the chat - Q5 just posted, please join in! :) #mschat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • MrPStrunk May 17 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A5: Getting on Twitter, starting a blog and podcast at https://t.co/DacioI4EWA, starting #waledchat, and also recently sending some articles to @DisruptedTv! Latest one is here: https://t.co/ibJPmQmov4 #mschat
  • MrsAsztalos May 17 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Final exam on June 18th. Full days till June 22nd. I love teaching in NY 🙄 #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    that is an amazing resume for 3 years let alone ONE! :) #mschat
    In reply to @MrPStrunk, @DisruptedTv
  • jillian_traurig May 17 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A5: I'm doing it right now! I feel as though I'm an awkward networker, so am really trying to utilize Twitter and other online communities to build my professional learning network #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    my buddies teach in NY - they hate me now but when I report on August 8th they'll be laughing :) #mschat
    In reply to @MrsAsztalos
  • shighley May 17 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4: I saw this idea on Edutopia: have students map their learning for the year. https://t.co/z7Mu6Vmvt3 I think you could even have them make connections among the diff disciplines, too. #mschat
    In reply to @jillian_traurig
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    #mschat
    In reply to @MrsAsztalos
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    it is an amazing growth tool! welcome to the #pln #mschat
    In reply to @jillian_traurig
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    what a great share - thank you! #mschat
    In reply to @shighley, @jillian_traurig
  • WaltKozlowski May 17 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    I like the idea of a count up & agree about countdowns. I have never understood why anybody would countdown days - as morbid as it sounds, each day gone is one day closer to our grave. #mschat
    • Mr_Lisek May 17 @ 8:33 PM EDT
      I HATE countdowns. We have counted up all year to denote which day of our Best Year Ever it is. We don’t ever know how many days are in a school year. #mschat
      In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @WaltKozlowski
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A5: more workshop presentations. I love doing it and am looking forward to more! Plan to start a book this summer too... #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    a5: I've been focused on my running, finished my first 50 miler in november, first 100km attempt in 3 weeks! #mschat #runlap
  • Mr_Lisek May 17 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A5: I’ve presented at several conferences this year just so I could network with other teachers during pick up more tools for my toolbox. Also, decided for next year to put my hat in ring to be on the board of a middle level association. #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    I miss watchign you present! I've had the book goal for 2 years now. I have a rough outline. just can't find the mojo and confidence that people need anything I have #mschat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    a5: Also was selected to be the math department chair and help oversee a shift in curriculum in that dept. been a very fun challenge #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Want to be part of a book accountability pln-of-sorts? There are some other author-hopefuls writing this summer! #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    YES! I need some accountability and inspiration. please hook me up! :) #mschat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Can hardly keep up tonight, #mschat - Q6 coming up in one minute - it reflects on the future...
  • WaltKozlowski May 17 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A5: I have had some degree of success with some fitness goals this year. Also, been better about being present at home and childrens' activities. #mschat
    • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:33 PM EDT
      Q5: We need to challenge ourselves outside of our school as well. What non-school challenges have you set for yourself this year? What have you achieved? Brag on yourself! #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    no sarcasm at all! I signed up knowing it was going to be a challenge and I am enjoying it. #mschat
    In reply to @jillian_traurig
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    q6: Looking ahead to 2018-2019, what challenges await you? Which are you looking forward to facing? #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • shighley May 17 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Ah, but I get to see her present at our conference in September! #mschat https://t.co/j4wVgMpeUy
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @Beyond_the_Desk
  • Mr_Lisek May 17 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    I’ll work my hardest to keep up with you and we can try to hold each other accountable. #mschat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk, @TeacherRunner42
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    you are in for a treat! #mschat
    In reply to @shighley, @Beyond_the_Desk
  • MrsAsztalos May 17 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A6 Next year I want to totally transition to blended learning and not assign ANY daily HW. Focus on LOs, not just task completion #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A6: New teaching team in a new grade level model...EXCITING challenge, but still a challenge. And want to grow/improve my professional presentation repertoire and the teachbeyondthedesk website. And write that book... #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    a6: new grade level (moving from 6 to 8) new math curriculum, new teaching partner, new structure in the middle division #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    I’m VERY excited! Thanks @shighley! #mschat
    In reply to @shighley, @TeacherRunner42, @shighley
  • MrPStrunk May 17 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A6: I want to continue to grow my Twitter PLN, expand #waledchat, and want to try to get some more speaking opportunities. Glad to be presenting at conferences with @PHausTech several times this year! #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    can't teach it unless you practice it authentically :) #mschat
    In reply to @jillian_traurig
  • MSD50912623 May 17 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A4 I continue to hold the students to high standards and stay firm with my decisions, grading, and class management just like it was the beginning of the school year. They need continuous repition and routine even till the end #mschat
  • jillian_traurig May 17 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A6: Grad school! I've procrastinated on it long enough and am eager to go back to school, but am already stressing about the workload! #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    WOW congrats - that's fantastic! :) #mschat
    In reply to @jillian_traurig
  • Mr_Lisek May 17 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A6: Revamping curriculum, assessment, and instructional practice more student centered. Developing a hybrid standards based grading scale to better reflect student learning. #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Q7: Summer is often a time when we dive deeper into PD and growth, but we also need to find balance. How will you meet the challenge of recharging over break? #mschat
  • WaltKozlowski May 17 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A6: Sights set on a couple of potential opportunities. Any of which if they materialize, will provide exciting challenges in 18-19. #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    only 2 questions remaining, #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    we just went to standards based as a school this year - love it! #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek
  • MrsWeis_ May 17 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A6: In 2018-2019 I will be moving from 2nd grade to 5th grade. I am nervous but looking forward to learning new curriculum, working with a new grade level and a new team! #mschat #growthmindset
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A7: the beach, my hammock in the back yard, playgrounds with my kids, sleeping in, sunshine, awesome fiction just for fun... #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    a7: I plan on doing some house & yard work, working at @CampMaryOrton on high ropes (my summer playground) and spending time with the family #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    and visiting ohio? :) #mschat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk
  • WaltKozlowski May 17 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A7: I will use my 2018 #oneword ENJOY to help me recharge. #mschat
  • MrsAsztalos May 17 @ 8:50 PM EDT
  • MSD50912623 May 17 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A7: focusing on spending lots of time outdoors getting much needed sun and fresh air! #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    will you have any of your previous students? I'm moving from 6th to 8th and will be rejoining many of my former advisees :) #mschat
    In reply to @MrsWeis_
  • jillian_traurig May 17 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    I still work Monday through Thursday during the summer, so really soaking up my Fridays by turning off the email notifications on my phone, hitting the Netflix hard and sleeping in #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek May 17 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Recharging will take me to the great state of Florida to visit friends. Will also be taking in some PD opportunities and writing assessment questions for the state. #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    WIN :) #mschat
    In reply to @MrsAsztalos
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Ha, actually yes! My mom lives in cinci and my grandma in Columbus. My oldest son is a 4th grader and gets a free natl park pass, so we plan to do Wright Pat and maybe Chillicothe. #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    please give me a message when you are in or near town :) #mschat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk
  • MrPStrunk May 17 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A7: Disney and Stone Harbor, NJ with @LBStrunk. Also have lots of leisure books I want to read. #mschat
  • BrysonBridget May 17 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A7: hey guys’! Just got back from my volunteer meeting and can join! I will have horse time and reading time. Looking forward to breaking down what i did last year and planning for greater success next! #mschat
  • MrsSchramp May 17 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A7 Right now I want to tweak my lessons now that all of these ideas are fresh in my head. I want to get the 1st few months of planning out of the way so that I can stop thinking about them and focus on my family (esp w/ my youngest starting school) when school starts #mschat
  • MrsAsztalos May 17 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Yup, the advantage to no kids and a hubs who still has to work! #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Can do! #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    welcome :) #mschat
    In reply to @BrysonBridget
  • shighley May 17 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A7: We have an amazing line up of great summer PD opps through our state DOE, inexpensive, or even free. #mschat https://t.co/S73lv00ehj
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    last #mschat question coming up in 1 minute
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Yes, I relax better when my to-do list is done. I enjoy that part of work, though—the summer dream list. It’s energizing and exciting! #mschat
    In reply to @MrsSchramp
  • Mr_Lisek May 17 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    I went from a standards based school to A traditional grading school. Attempted to build the hybrid this year, but ran into some issues. Need some tweaking over the summer. #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    I try to sprinkle in the check list items, but usually do them by the pool when my younger one is there #mschat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk, @MrsSchramp
  • WaltKozlowski May 17 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    ENJOY that @TeacherRunner42! Sounds like a cool opportunity. #mschat
    • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:51 PM EDT
      will you have any of your previous students? I'm moving from 6th to 8th and will be rejoining many of my former advisees :) #mschat
      In reply to @MrsWeis_
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    q8: Which skill will you be THE go-to person next year? What skill will you master to teach to other members of your community? #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    two years ago I went from 8th to 6th, I'm basically a boomerang :) #mschat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • EduGladiators May 17 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    💯What's your Vision of Success for Ss? Join us SATURDAY as #EduGladiators series 🍎Teaching & Learning continues w/@MarvinByrd leading us! #gtchat #mschat #ChristianEducators #UrbanEdChat #MasteryChat #memspachat #G2Great #LATICchat @mikelubelfeld @DrLMNelson @LauraGilchrist4
  • MrPStrunk May 17 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Hey #mschat thanks for the chat tonight, keep the fun going in #waledchat starting up in just a few minutes! @blocht574
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A8: Crafting student learning experiences instead of lesson plans! #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    a8: my goal is to become the go-to person for all topics math. need a good way to do graphing in 3rd grade? a fun way to integrate 5th grade math with SS? #mschat
  • WaltKozlowski May 17 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A8: Always trying to be the best version of me. #mschat
  • MrsAsztalos May 17 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A8 Using formative assessment to inform and shape my instruction! #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Off to a good start! #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • MrsSchramp May 17 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Right! Esp w/ the excitement & positivity connected w/ end-of-the-year acitivities still fresh on our minds. #mschat
    In reply to @BrysonBridget, @Beyond_the_Desk
  • Mr_Lisek May 17 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A8: Relationship building with my students. I’ve been told it is a strength of mine, but I always look for ways to be better. #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    I need to work on my data-keeping on formative work. so much is by memory or post its :) #mschat
    In reply to @MrsAsztalos
  • BrysonBridget May 17 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    My goal is so big it makes me gulp! I want to help create assessments that truly reflect standards and focus on conferencing as I assess - and give kids so much more ownership over their learning! #mschat
  • MrsAsztalos May 17 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    I agree. I use like 4 different edtech tools. I need to focus on a more formal structure! #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • jillian_traurig May 17 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A8: Aligning assessments and learning experiences to the standards and knowing a way to UDLize ANYTHING and everything #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Thank you to everyone for sharing their amazing thoughts - #mschat is around every thursday at 8:00 PM
  • SFMSBen May 17 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Come join us! #mschat #tlap #KidsDeserveIt #forsythpln
    • jamburgy May 17 @ 8:58 PM EDT
      2 more minutes until #forsythpln introductions & our chat begins. Grab a comfy chair & snack, and join us for an hour of discussions about #teamwork.
  • Beyond_the_Desk May 17 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    I LOVED my data binder this year. I knew where every kid was on every skill at all times. It empowered the kids too—THEY knew how they were doing. Never going back on that one! #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @MrsAsztalos
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    if you are looking to continue the #mschat conversation, we have a @voxer channel.
  • WaltKozlowski May 17 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thanks #mschat for the conversation tonight & thank you @TeacherRunner42 for leading!
  • TeacherRunner42 May 17 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    I tried digital and it didn't' work - need to go back to paper. #mschat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk, @MrsAsztalos
  • MrsSchramp May 17 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    TY for hosting @TeacherRunner42 ! It was an inspiring chat. TY all for sharing your ideas & experiences. #mschat