#UCPSChat Archive

This is the official chat for Union County Public schools. Here all resources and ideas tweeted around #UCPSChat will be curated and showcased in one place.

Tuesday November 13, 2018
7:30 PM EST

  • N8IVEQC Nov 13 @ 7:30 PM EST
    @ucpschat Amy Erb, teacher of amazing 3rd graders @StallingsES! #UCPSChat
    In reply to @ucpschat, @ucpschat, @StallingsES
  • SusanRodgersS4 Nov 13 @ 7:31 PM EST
    Susan Rodgers, Principal @SunValleyES_NC @ucpschat #UCPSChat
  • AGHoulihan Nov 13 @ 7:31 PM EST
    AGH here @ucpschat! Looking fwd to seeing everyone’s thoughts and ideas! #EmpowerED #UCPSChat
  • juliestarnes521 Nov 13 @ 7:32 PM EST
    Julia Starnes 3rd grade @IndianTrailES #UCPSChat
    In reply to @ucpschat, @IndianTrailES
  • jttopp Nov 13 @ 7:32 PM EST
    Jennifer Topper, Director is School Performance #UCPSChat
  • ucpschat - Moderator Nov 13 @ 7:33 PM EST
    Let's get rolling by sharing some work you are proud of! Remember to respond with A1 #UCPSchat or @ucpschat
  • jessicacgarner Nov 13 @ 7:33 PM EST
    Jessica Garner - I work with college readiness and #Duallanguage @UCPS_MonroeNC #ucpschat
  • RimmerEdTech Nov 13 @ 7:33 PM EST
    Casey, Innovation and EdTech. #UCPSchat
  • amswack Nov 13 @ 7:33 PM EST
    #UCPSChat Hi everyone- Alicia Swackhamer from E-Learning. I’ve been with UCPS since 2000- love it!
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • jttopp Nov 13 @ 7:33 PM EST
    Jennifer Topper, Director of School Performance #UCPSChat
  • N8IVEQC Nov 13 @ 7:34 PM EST
    A1- Teaching various strategies for building a knowledge base in multiplication...skip counting, use of number lines, building arrays, picture models...so much more fun than "hey memorize these math facts!" #UCPSChat
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • BeckyCr28094917 Nov 13 @ 7:35 PM EST
    A1: warm ups with smart labs #UCPSChat
  • jessicacgarner Nov 13 @ 7:35 PM EST
    A1 Where to start?! I personally love connecting classrooms from different countries via Skype and shared projects using @GoogleAppsEdu. #globaled #UCPSChat
  • RimmerEdTech Nov 13 @ 7:36 PM EST
    #UCPSChat A1 my current love is flipgrid and having students show what they know by making a quick summary video! @UCPSChat
  • MrBeardEnglish Nov 13 @ 7:36 PM EST
    A1: I’ve found recently that using smart lab online has been really engaging for focused instruction, and guided instruction. Great for quick formative assessments . Lots of new tools released to increase collaboration ! T’s and st’s are loving it! #ucpschat @ucpschat #empowered
  • KimberlyCastner Nov 13 @ 7:36 PM EST
    A1: I really enjoyed using Kahoot to tie together our focus on character traits in reader’s workshop. Students were so excited to show what they knew and really embraced using text for evidence. #UCPSChat
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • ucpschat - Moderator Nov 13 @ 7:37 PM EST
    Ever heard of MysterySkype? Super cool and students have to ask questions to find out where the interviewee is! So cool! #UCPSChat
    In reply to @jessicacgarner, @GoogleAppsEdu
  • amswack Nov 13 @ 7:37 PM EST
    #UCPSChat A1- Using virtual reality glasses to explore different global locations.
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • loripeyton Nov 13 @ 7:38 PM EST
    Science Ts and Ss love Gizmos on their chromebooks. High Interest simulations #UCPSChat
  • jessicacgarner Nov 13 @ 7:38 PM EST
    Isn’t this geography week or something? Would be great for that! #UCPSchat
    In reply to @ucpschat, @GoogleAppsEdu
  • GinaChisum1 Nov 13 @ 7:38 PM EST
    A1: I’ve seen Sts using @Flipgrid to share book reviews; 1st grd Ts using tech to facilitate awesome lit centers; student-generated products in 3-5! Ts & Sts are being #EmpowerED #UCPSChat
    In reply to @ucpschat, @Flipgrid
  • JenAFore Nov 13 @ 7:38 PM EST
    A1: Digital read aloud. Reading video with purpose to allow students to do the work of a reader (as a thinker) while cognitive load is not on decoding words. #UCPSChat
  • BanksSpicer Nov 13 @ 7:39 PM EST
    @ucpschat A1: We have seen teachers starting to use flip grid as a way to express their learning and respond to their peers! This engages their ability to formulate their thoughts while critiquing and responding to others! #ucpschat
  • juliestarnes521 Nov 13 @ 7:39 PM EST
    A1: using kahoot, flippity, quizziz, etc to review and practice skills. Reading responses/journals online for those that are ready and flipgrid for those that struggle with written response. #UCPSChat #empowered
  • mrs_kmontgomery Nov 13 @ 7:40 PM EST
    Kristina Montgomery | Kindergarten | SVES #UCPSChat
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • SusanRodgersS4 Nov 13 @ 7:40 PM EST
    A1: We are learning to use Gizmos this year at SVES #UCPSChat @ucpschat @mwboyes
  • jessicacgarner Nov 13 @ 7:40 PM EST
    Great idea! Do you use @myONreader for that? #UCPSchat?
    In reply to @JenAFore, @myONreader
  • mrs_kmontgomery Nov 13 @ 7:41 PM EST
    A1: using plickers for engaging quick response checks #UCPSChat
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • BeckyCr28094917 Nov 13 @ 7:41 PM EST
    A2: both students and myself get quick feedback which turns into great class discussions. Also let’s students piggyback off of each other’s responses. #UCPSChat
  • SusanRodgersS4 Nov 13 @ 7:42 PM EST
    A2: Using Gizmos in science provides high engagement for Ss as they participate in science simulations! #Empowered @ucpschat #UCPSChat
  • GinaChisum1 Nov 13 @ 7:42 PM EST
    A2: Student engagement lifted to a new level of ownership & independence. Transformational T&L is happening because Ts are taking digital risks! It’s such a beautiful sight! #UCPSChat
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • N8IVEQC Nov 13 @ 7:42 PM EST
    A2- By increasing St engagement-bring in technology & my 3rd graders are hooked...since they're just getting Chromebooks for the first time this year, they think it's the coolest thing to be able to use the technology to enhance the learning. #UCPSChat
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • TeachAwayMrsA Nov 13 @ 7:42 PM EST
    A1: we’ve really ramped up our vocabulary instruction by using google slides, quizizz and kahoot #UCPSChat
  • SusanRodgersS4 Nov 13 @ 7:43 PM EST
    Our Ts love Flipgrid! #UCPSChat @ucpschat
    In reply to @GinaChisum1, @ucpschat, @Flipgrid, @ucpschat
  • jessicacgarner Nov 13 @ 7:43 PM EST
    #UCPSChat
  • ICStaceyWilson Nov 13 @ 7:43 PM EST
  • juliestarnes521 Nov 13 @ 7:44 PM EST
    A2: increases student engagement and ownership #UCPSChat
  • cmiller03231976 Nov 13 @ 7:44 PM EST
    Instead of just "turning and talking" with a partner, students are able to share their ideas in more depth using a social media like platform that their peers can read. #UCPSChat
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • laytontoteach Nov 13 @ 7:44 PM EST
    A1 My PLC and I have gamified a unit we began today. We incorporate Google Sites, Google Forms, Canvas, videos, simulations, and quizzing sites. It's great to see the students learning while having fun!#UCPSchat
  • jessicacgarner Nov 13 @ 7:44 PM EST
    A2 When you can’t physically travel to another country, you can visit virtually. #ucpschat 🌎
  • MrBeardEnglish Nov 13 @ 7:44 PM EST
    a2: a lesson with @svickersucps and @pmhshroyer included infographics for research. The tech tool really helped them synthesize authors purpose and claims and allowed st’s to present the info and what claims were the most compelling in argument . #ucpschat #empowered @ucpschat
  • SusanRodgersS4 Nov 13 @ 7:45 PM EST
    Quick collects to gauge learning! @ucpschat #UCPSChat
    In reply to @mrs_kmontgomery, @ucpschat, @ucpschat
  • JenAFore Nov 13 @ 7:45 PM EST
    Not for video read aloud. I use things like Literacy Shed, or The Kid Should See This, or current appropriate viral video (among others). Our Ss are reading video more than any other content. We have to teach them how. #UCPSChat.
    In reply to @jessicacgarner, @myONreader
  • ucpschat - Moderator Nov 13 @ 7:45 PM EST
    I'm sure more students are likely to share if they can do it electronically sometimes! #UCPSChat
    In reply to @cmiller03231976
  • loripeyton Nov 13 @ 7:45 PM EST
    @ucpschat A2: Gizmos make the “impossible” happen in the classroom- things that we can’t actually do in class, like transmission on an infectious disease! #UCPSChat
  • JenAFore Nov 13 @ 7:45 PM EST
    A2: One word: ENGAGEMENT! #UCPSChat
  • AGHoulihan Nov 13 @ 7:45 PM EST
    A1: Recently saw a fantastic lesson @CHSCavaliers that allowed Ss to work collaboratively and connect w/standards for the purpose of preparing for a final assessment. Used the hallways as their learning environment. #UCPSChat
  • ucpschat - Moderator Nov 13 @ 7:46 PM EST
    So relevant! Infographics are everywhere now! #UCPSChat
    In reply to @MrBeardEnglish, @svickersucps, @pmhshroyer
  • laytontoteach Nov 13 @ 7:47 PM EST
    A2 the students are highly engaged and can learn at their own pace while earning badges. There is also a daily competitive challenge that allows each class to earn points and compete with each other. #UCPSchat
  • drkimwschroeder Nov 13 @ 7:47 PM EST
    @ucpschat #ucpschat A3 I would buy more iPads and swivls! Our EPIC Master Teachers are really moving mountains using them for coaching and reflection! I get calls daily from principals wanting to know how to get more in their buildings!
  • SusanRodgersS4 Nov 13 @ 7:47 PM EST
    Our Ts are using Gizmos this year and Ss are very engaged!!!! Gizmos brings the world of science to our kiddos! @ucpschat #UCPSChat
    In reply to @loripeyton, @ucpschat, @ucpschat
  • loripeyton Nov 13 @ 7:48 PM EST
    A3- spending bunches of time with reflection! Swivls for everyone! True individualized PD. @goswivl #UCPSChat @ucpschat
  • AGHoulihan Nov 13 @ 7:48 PM EST
    A3: skipping Q2 to move to Q3...to me the purchasing of additional hardware must align to this question: How will this device support our #EmpowerED Framework? If the answer is “it won’t” then we don’t need to buy it! #UCPSChat
  • JenAFore Nov 13 @ 7:48 PM EST
    Love infographics. For connecting AND creating. Such a great way to synthesize the most important information. Love using Canva for personal use. #UCPSChat. #EmpowerED
    In reply to @MrBeardEnglish, @svickersucps, @pmhshroyer, @ucpschat
  • RimmerEdTech Nov 13 @ 7:49 PM EST
    My favorite is using the audio only first, then showing them the video after they've listend very carefully and drawn conclusions! #UCPSchat
    In reply to @JenAFore, @jessicacgarner, @myONreader
  • amswack Nov 13 @ 7:49 PM EST
    #UCPSChat A2- Getting to do something that is more exploratory and new is a powerful experience for S’s and T’s. Way more memorable!
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • SusanRodgersS4 Nov 13 @ 7:50 PM EST
    A3: 1:1 ipads in K-1 which are more appropriate devices for primary Ss as well as ipads in our 21st century media center @ucpschat #UCPSChat
  • ucpschat - Moderator Nov 13 @ 7:50 PM EST
    That's a pretty robust list! I'm sure you could create a pretty large list! I'm a firm believer of an easy access wish list! :) #UCPSchat
    In reply to @GinaChisum1
  • juliestarnes521 Nov 13 @ 7:50 PM EST
    A3: VR capabilities would be great, allow the students to experience different places and things without leaving the room and 3-d printers for creative adventures #UCPSChat
  • SusanRodgersS4 Nov 13 @ 7:50 PM EST
    This is exactly what i said! Great minds!! @ucpschat #UCPSChat
    In reply to @mrs_kmontgomery, @ucpschat, @ucpschat
  • MrBeardEnglish Nov 13 @ 7:50 PM EST
    A3: iPad carts in HS. So many apps and options. Infographics websites with full tools ... the list goes on And of course a swivl and tablet for every teacher for video reflection #ucpschat @ucpschat @loripeyton
  • N8IVEQC Nov 13 @ 7:51 PM EST
    A3- Something that could keep up with the times and not be obsolete in a year...something that can improve St connections with each other and take learning to a whole new level. #UCPSChat
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • BeckyCr28094917 Nov 13 @ 7:51 PM EST
    A3: some type of digital resource that lets me see what screens the students are on so I can help facilitate learning of digital tools easier #ucpschat
  • PollyGlotPress Nov 13 @ 7:51 PM EST
    #UCPSChat @Flipgrid has so much power. Talking, thinking, interacting, speaking, presenting, processing, listening, collaborating. It’s like turn and talk x 10 for big kids
  • jessicacgarner Nov 13 @ 7:52 PM EST
    Is there a type of technology that won’t be obsolete in a year?! 🤔 😂 #UCPSChat
    In reply to @N8IVEQC, @ucpschat
  • GinaChisum1 Nov 13 @ 7:52 PM EST
    A3b: the process of preparing students for a future that is unpredictable starts now. We must prepare students for commerce w/out borders by teaching them how to solve world problems today. #EmpowerED #UCPSChat
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • aestinch Nov 13 @ 7:52 PM EST
    A3: @goswivl for every school for T and PLC reflection. What if PLCs, admin, curriculum writers had access to what actually happens when content is delivered and real kids rumble with it? So many possibilities! #UCPSchat
    In reply to @ucpschat, @goswivl
  • ucpschat - Moderator Nov 13 @ 7:52 PM EST
    That's a tall order! Technology moves pretty quickly! #UCPSchat
    In reply to @N8IVEQC
  • SusanRodgersS4 Nov 13 @ 7:53 PM EST
    We are experimenting with Swivls @SunValleyES_NC to reflect on our instructional practices and to transform learning @mwboyes @ucpschat #UCPSChat
    In reply to @loripeyton, @goswivl, @ucpschat, @SunValleyES_NC, @mwboyes, @ucpschat
  • N8IVEQC Nov 13 @ 7:53 PM EST
    A4- Have conversations with my Sts (and parents) about it...it does absolutely no good if it sits in a binder for my eyes only. Helps them with goal setting, moving forward, tracking progress and areas for continued growth. #UCPSChat
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • jessicacgarner Nov 13 @ 7:53 PM EST
    A3 There are some great responses already out there-iPads, VR equipment, 3-D printers. Anything that allows students to create! #ucpschat
  • amswack Nov 13 @ 7:55 PM EST
    #UCPSChat A4- Being able to compare data from semester to semester to look for trends and patterns is very useful!
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • ucpschat - Moderator Nov 13 @ 7:55 PM EST
    This was the question I was thinking about when you mentioned Kahoot! I love that kahoot can help you make small groups based on understanding or reteach something that maybe the students didn't get the first time around! #UCPSChat
    In reply to @KimberlyCastner
  • juliestarnes521 Nov 13 @ 7:55 PM EST
    A4: form small groups, set goals, intervention/enrichment activities both online and off. #UCPSChat
  • ucpschat - Moderator Nov 13 @ 7:56 PM EST
    And reflection!! Awesome! Sometimes we focus on the short term data, but long term can give us insight too! #UCPSChat
    In reply to @amswack
  • jessicacgarner Nov 13 @ 7:56 PM EST
    A4 We used the data today as feedback in the moment to tailor a presentation for assistant principals. @polleverywhere #UCPSChat @jttopp @drkimwschroeder
    In reply to @ucpschat, @polleverywhere, @jttopp, @drkimwschroeder
  • ucpschat - Moderator Nov 13 @ 7:56 PM EST
    Pivot tables are both valuable and tricky! Now I know who to call :) #UCPSChat
    In reply to @NewburgerJason
  • MrBeardEnglish Nov 13 @ 7:56 PM EST
    A4: data is merely the gap between what st’s know and what they don’t l. The data is essential to address misconceptions , inform enrichemnet, or know who or what to reteach. Tech makes data transparent and easy . Also Allows for student self assessment . #UCPSChat @ucpschat
  • JenAFore Nov 13 @ 7:57 PM EST
    A3: iPads for starters. For everyone. Then content driven PD on the best use of it such as the work we did at the @TCRWP Digital literacy institute or what we created for our own #EmpowerED PD. It is the learning in relationship to the standards that matters most. #UCPSChat
  • aestinch Nov 13 @ 7:57 PM EST
    A4: @UCPSEpic MTs are using baseline and progress monitoring data with their partners to 1)measure the effectiveness of a new strategy and 2)reflect as coaches. How awesome that Ts will be able to broadcast quantitative gains in engagement/attention/attitude/achievement #UCPSchat
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • katie_rochefort Nov 13 @ 7:57 PM EST
    A4: Lexia growth, MyOn growth with Lexile levels, Dreambox lessons proficient by student, SchoolNet by student and class/grade. We celebrate All Time Bests and realize the real power of synergy-with class, grade level and school. #UCPSchat @BentonHeightsES
    In reply to @ucpschat, @BentonHeightsES
  • drkimwschroeder Nov 13 @ 7:58 PM EST
    @ucpschat #ucpschat A4. Coaches (MTs and ICs) are using coaching logs to collect data from coaching cycles. Google forms does this easily for us! We will also be launching the coaching survey in Dec to gather data from those being coached! Measuring quality for improvement is key
  • BeckyCr28094917 Nov 13 @ 7:58 PM EST
    A4: tech lets me see what students are mastering in the class. If I see a a class or student struggling . I can try a new way to teach it or address small groups of students . Technology like schoolnet , canvas and smart have made getting this info much easier . #UCPSChat
  • JenAFore Nov 13 @ 7:58 PM EST
    A4: Leverage data for reflective practice. Always. If it is not working then why do it. #UCPSChat
  • AGHoulihan Nov 13 @ 7:59 PM EST
    A4: Analyze the degree to which Ss have mastered standards and then reteach and/or extend! #UCPSChat #EmpowerED
  • GinaChisum1 Nov 13 @ 7:59 PM EST
    A4: Empower Ts & Sts to inform curriculum planning & Instruction; give student voice/ownership in their learning; collaborate about how to extend learning opps by co-collaborating with Sts about outcome. Boils down to #Empowerment! #EmpowerED #UCPSChat
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • RimmerEdTech Nov 13 @ 7:59 PM EST
    #UCPSchat A4 I'm not sure if this counts, but did you know @DreamBox_Learn allows parents to sign up for updates? I recieved an email today that told me that my son finished a lesson and gave me ideas for how to reinforce the skills he learned today when he got home.AMAZING!
  • ucpschat - Moderator Nov 13 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Small groups are important at all levels! So right! #UCPSChat
    In reply to @BeckyCr28094917
  • ucpschat - Moderator Nov 13 @ 8:01 PM EST
    #UCPSChat
  • ucpschat - Moderator Nov 13 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Things went fast tonight. Feel free to join the conversation after 8PM! Just use the #UCPSchat hashtag and A# while recording your answers! Our friends @participate archive all of our chats for us-- Check the archive there if you missed tonight's conversation!
  • CianoJennifer Nov 13 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A4: I use data from Quizizz in Science to determine which concepts I need to add into our weekly science HW versus which standards I need to add into whole class lessons to review. #UCPSChat
    In reply to @ucpschat
  • Shulmanshines Nov 13 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Heather Shulman, media coordinator at Fairview Elementary. 💜💛📚 #UCPSchat
    In reply to @ucpschat