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PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

Howdy y'all! Welcome to #TXed. Please take the next few minutes to introduce yourself and tell us where you are from #TXed

SIOWehmeyer Dec 7 @ 9:31 PM EST

Tara from Brenham- multitasking tonight as usual! #TXed

LBell_Yegua Dec 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

Lindsay from Somerville 1/2 day PK 1/2 day administrator #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

I am Michael from Brenham. Lead learner at @AltonElementary #TXed

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EducationPMC Dec 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

Good evening. It’s Patricia from EPMC. How is everyone tonight? Joining in from chilly Round Rock. #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

Question 1 is coming up! #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

Howdy Lindsay glad you could make it #TXed

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KristiHinze Dec 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

Kristi Hinze from Brenham #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

I think everyone is doing that right now. I don't have enough arms. #TXed

In reply to @SIOWehmeyer

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

Q1: Share a favorite teaching moment when you felt you made a difference. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

Hey, your iPhone is working 👍🏼 #TXed

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PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

A1-Anytime I had the chance to hear a child say, "Oh, I get it!" That is my favorite moment #TXed

KristiHinze Dec 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

charging right now, working from the computer multi tasking #txed

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SIOWehmeyer Dec 7 @ 9:36 PM EST

When they know you'll give them a hug! #txed

LBell_Yegua Dec 7 @ 9:37 PM EST

A1 pt 1 Making Mom day gifts; Ss mom had died b4 he came to my K class, i explain abt giving to some1 like a mom and he gives to me #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:38 PM EST

A1-Those moments when you can stop the students from an activity because they don't want to stop the fun they are having #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:38 PM EST

Kelley from North Tx! #txed

LBell_Yegua Dec 7 @ 9:39 PM EST

A1 pt2 I tell him no, give it 2 some1 you love like a mom, and he says but ur like a mom to me heart melted and it's still on my wall #txed

LBell_Yegua Dec 7 @ 9:37 PM EST

A1 pt 1 Making Mom day gifts; Ss mom had died b4 he came to my K class, i explain abt giving to some1 like a mom and he gives to me #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:39 PM EST

#TXed is starting up. Come join in the Season of Giving. #kidsdeserveit #tlap #edchat #leadupchat

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

Q1: Share a favorite teaching moment when you felt you made a difference. #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST

Question 2 is coming up! #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST

A1 my favorite moments are many. when they exclaim"I love science!" ...leaves me feeling like I engaged them. #txed

EducationPMC Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST

A1 #TXed hearing 20 years later Ss remember books we read, poems they wrote. Still have pictures from class. Proud to help make memories

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:41 PM EST

Q2: What do you do to encourage the spirit of giving with students? Share your ideas! #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:41 PM EST

oh yes..the long-lasting memories are awesome to hear years later..:P #txed

In reply to @EducationPMC

KristiHinze Dec 7 @ 9:41 PM EST

A1: When students find a love for learning and make connections from the content to the real world! #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:41 PM EST

A1-Anytime they or I say, "I love you." I heard that today from a Kindergarten student and it made my day! #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:41 PM EST

absolutely! makes my job worthwhile. :) #txed

In reply to @PrincipalOgg

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:42 PM EST

How can we promote this more? #edchat #divergED #COLchat #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:41 PM EST

Q2: What do you do to encourage the spirit of giving with students? Share your ideas! #TXed

SIOWehmeyer Dec 7 @ 9:43 PM EST

Starts with classroom culture, I often did projects for my older students to give to younger, where it was a pic,letter, etc. #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:43 PM EST

when students call me mom :) #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:43 PM EST

A2-Easiest thing is to have upper grade levels help the younger grade level with an activity or lesson #TXed

EducationPMC Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

A2 #txed Model that spirit every day - with your Ss and your colleagues. Share how you participate in your community where appropriate

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:41 PM EST

Q2: What do you do to encourage the spirit of giving with students? Share your ideas! #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

A2-Ask them how they can help their community. Bet some of them have great ideas #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

A2 letters to others, food drive, but I feel they need to pick their own cause or idea. need to encourage and model more! #txed

lori_lreyes Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

A2-model, show them how you share with others and share with them #txed

LBell_Yegua Dec 7 @ 9:46 PM EST

A2 we have canned food drives and toy drive...lots of our Ss are in need themselves but they are also the most generous #txed

lori_lreyes Dec 7 @ 9:46 PM EST

A1-Ss show you vocabulary words in the books they are reading #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

Question 3 is coming up! #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

A2 part 2. I think they need to write letters to each other. not notes though..hahaha! #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:48 PM EST

Q3: If you could help one student at your campus, what would you do for them? Why? #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

A3-I would adopt them as my own. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

aww.warm fuzzies! #txed

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LBell_Yegua Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

A3 oh gosh...just one? Take them out to the store and let them have their dream come true shopping spree #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:51 PM EST

A3 some need shoes, some need hugs, positive notes, some need life experiences out of their neighborhood. so many choices! #txed

EducationPMC Dec 7 @ 9:51 PM EST

#TXED This was the 1st thought to cross my mind. Thought of a little boy I met during student teaching. Breaks my heart, 20yrs later STILL

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

A3-I would adopt them as my own. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:51 PM EST

A3-I need to take a few of the boys fishing #TXed

KristiHinze Dec 7 @ 9:51 PM EST

Yes! Think about this daily! #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

A3-I would adopt them as my own. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:53 PM EST

A3-Sometimes I have to remind myself that if I can just give them 100% at school, their life outside might get a little better #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:54 PM EST

Question 4 is coming up! #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:54 PM EST

This! #txed

In reply to @PrincipalOgg

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:55 PM EST

Q4: When you see a teacher or admin struggling, what are some "go-to" pieces of advice do you offer him/her? #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:56 PM EST

A4 Every day is a new chance to make a difference. Never dwell on yesterday. Be mindful of today. Breathe. #txed

KristiHinze Dec 7 @ 9:56 PM EST

A3: Give them life experieces/trips to help them see what the world has to offer. #txed

lori_lreyes Dec 7 @ 9:57 PM EST

A3-fieldtrip to a place they would probably never get to go to #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:57 PM EST

A4-@KristiHinze @APToniSchwartz @SIOWehmeyer Remind me daily, "We got this!" Grateful for their support and dedication #TXed

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lori_lreyes Dec 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

A4-write an encouraging note or text letting them know you're there for them #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:59 PM EST

A4-Best advice, "This too, shall pass." Learn from it because it will make you stronger #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:59 PM EST

bwahahahaha! i bet that is hilarious! :P #txed you can be Mr. Mom!

In reply to @mrburkemath

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:00 PM EST

A4-Sometimes it is not advice to give, but a listening ear to here concerns #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:01 PM EST

Question 5 is coming up! #TXed

SteeleThoughts Dec 7 @ 10:01 PM EST

My favorite strategy is to ask strategic questions. It's less threatening and can yield better results. #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:55 PM EST

Q4: When you see a teacher or admin struggling, what are some "go-to" pieces of advice do you offer him/her? #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:02 PM EST

Q5: What is the best "gift" you have received related to your job, whether it be from a student or staff member? #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:03 PM EST

A5 random science things..eg. ostrich egg, rocks from their trips that remind them of science lessons! #txed

EducationPMC Dec 7 @ 10:04 PM EST

A5 #txed Handwritten notes from students! And coffee :-)

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:02 PM EST

Q5: What is the best "gift" you have received related to your job, whether it be from a student or staff member? #TXed

lori_lreyes Dec 7 @ 10:05 PM EST

A5-the kind letters from parents telling me thank you for teaching their child #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:06 PM EST

A5-It is always great to hear someone say that you are doing a great job. #TXed

SteeleThoughts Dec 7 @ 10:07 PM EST

What is your ultimate goal? Why do you think it turned out this way? Are you ok with these results? #TXed @KelleyJAndrews

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:04 PM EST

like what? :) i need an ex. of a strategic question...:)
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TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:08 PM EST

Question 6 is coming up! #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:09 PM EST

Q6: Sometimes the best gifts are not material objects. What are some things you like to get that money can't buy? #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:09 PM EST

i like it.... :) #borrowing #txed

In reply to @SteeleThoughts

EducationPMC Dec 7 @ 10:10 PM EST

#TXed A sincere “thank you” and a great hug!

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:09 PM EST

Q6: Sometimes the best gifts are not material objects. What are some things you like to get that money can't buy? #TXed

lori_lreyes Dec 7 @ 10:11 PM EST

A6-hugs and high fives from the Ss #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:12 PM EST

A6 heartfelt notes are my favorite! #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:13 PM EST

A6-Someone to laugh at my silly jokes #TXed

SteeleThoughts Dec 7 @ 10:13 PM EST

A6: Support, camaraderie, encouragement, friendship ... these are things that make all the difference with staff morale. #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:13 PM EST

ooh yes. i like it when they make their own nerdy science jokes to share also! #txed

In reply to @PrincipalOgg

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:15 PM EST

#TXed Challenge: Perform a random act of kindness for someone on your campus. Post their reaction if you can!

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:16 PM EST

Thanks to the #TXed team: @Bstamm00 @PrincipalOgg @IvantheAggie @pwagnerlcisd @oJaison @vhsaldana @KelleyJAndrews

In reply to @Bstamm00, @PrincipalOgg, @IvantheAggie, @pwagnerlcisd, @oJaison, @vhsaldana, @KelleyJAndrews

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:17 PM EST

Is there a question you would like to ask tonight while we are all here chatting? #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:17 PM EST

Thanks #txed for an uplifting chat tonight! It helped me refocus and come up with some giving ideas for next week. Giving Hour Project?

EducationPMC Dec 7 @ 10:17 PM EST

Are you taking a break over the holidays/winter breaks? #txed

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SteeleThoughts Dec 7 @ 10:19 PM EST

What makes you an awesome colleague? #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:17 PM EST

Is there a question you would like to ask tonight while we are all here chatting? #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:20 PM EST

@SteeleThoughts hmmm...generous, helpful, open-minded #txed

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SteeleThoughts Dec 7 @ 10:21 PM EST

I love colleagues like that! #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:20 PM EST

@SteeleThoughts hmmm...generous, helpful, open-minded #txed
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KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:21 PM EST

@TXEDModhmm...we need to decide that still! #txed thoughts?

In reply to @EducationPMC

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:25 PM EST

i had to find a Mr. Mom gif! :P #txed

In reply to @mrburkemath

mattprewett Dec 7 @ 10:28 PM EST

So how do we define what "grade level" is? Is it = "on track for college readiness" or something else? #TXed

MoakCasey Dec 7 @ 12:41 PM EST

Commissioner proposes four New STAAR standards: did not meet grade level (GL), approaches GL, meets GL, masters GL. https://t.co/GpOGCC0NGt