#ALedchat Archive
#ALedchat is a weekly chat on Twitter about education topics. It is held each Monday from 9-10pmCST. While the discussion on #ALedchat continues on Twitter well beyond our weekly one-hour chat session, this platform affords us the opportunity to extend, expand and share the conversation with an even greater audience. Educators from across the state of Alabama, and the world, can come here to find encouragement, support, resources, professional growth opportunities and advice, while providing the same to their colleagues.
Monday August 8, 2016
Join the party at ! We are celebrating the start of school tonight! Excited about this chat and time to share!
Please tell your name, where you are tweeting from and what you do. You do not have to be an educator to join in!
Woot! Time for the fastest hour of the week! Love learning with/from my ! https://t.co/LCPmKpcbO2
Join the party at ! We are celebrating the start of school tonight! Excited about this chat and time to share!
I'm excited about joining the party, HS SPED from Akron, Oh.
I'm Faith from Huntsville.
Hey, Reuben! Glad you're back with us this week! https://t.co/XXcgbmEdiU
I'm excited about joining the party, HS SPED from Akron, Oh.
Hi everyone! Becky, elem principal in Monmouth, Il. Excited for the start of another great year!
Holly Sutherland, Principal of Haleyville HS, AL. Co-founder of this chat and . We welcome you all to our chat! Excited!
I'm Abbey Tipton, a 3rd grade teacher from Creek View in Alabaster, AL. Pumped to be here and for the first day!!
Christy Bice, Principal at Haleyville Elementary and co-moderator for . Looking forward to learning with you all tonight.
Hi ! Amanda, principal in Mobile, AL! We had a great first day with our staff today!
Elyse Aldridge; WH; From Haleyville, AL
Jimmy Shaw, Florence, AL , Asst. Super, & Padawan for moderators https://t.co/n1m7h8ryPZ
Please tell your name, where you are tweeting from and what you do. You do not have to be an educator to join in!
John, HS Principal from Riverton, WYO. Turned back on my reminders today. Took a break for a while. Glad to be back.
Q1: What is your favorite part of starting back to school? or What excites you about the first day of school?
I'm an English teacher joining from the Birmingham area. I'm looking forward to tonight's
I'm Jennifer, Hoover HS AP. First day back for our Ts today!
Sorry I'm running late! Just got home from an awesome meet and greet at HES!
Hello! I'm Amie from Alabaster, AL. I teach second grade. https://t.co/x8kmA7r36R
Please tell your name, where you are tweeting from and what you do. You do not have to be an educator to join in!
Looking to do something different? Some of these ideas may be perfect to kick off the new year https://t.co/ZSxRrb4Fnr
Welcome, Amie! Glad you're here tonight!
A1: the newness of meeting new Ss; seeing their excitement is great!
Greetings https://t.co/dKKY8yt76c
Hi everyone! Becky, elem principal in Monmouth, Il. Excited for the start of another great year!
A1: the opportunity to impact new lives. Using all the ideas and things I learned from the previous year. Growing as an educator
Hey, Emily! Great to have you here tonight!
A1: The excitement of our students was evident by the smiles and hugs from all our kiddos tonight! That's what I love!
A1: My favorite part of coming back to school is the students. I love seeing them on the first day! I have missed them so much!
delivers on her promises https://t.co/6fLFiCTdJ6
I'm Abbey Tipton, a 3rd grade teacher from Creek View in Alabaster, AL. Pumped to be here and for the first day!!
a1 I love seeing our students and seeing our staff come together again.
Love that you recognize the fact that we learn from them!
Great to have you back, John!
My favorite part about the 1st day is meeting all of my Ss. They are so excited to be at school. Love it! https://t.co/P1FyUY39ik
Q1: What is your favorite part of starting back to school? or What excites you about the first day of school?
A1: Seeing the fresh faces and fresh opportunities for Ss to grow.
Hey, friend! Great to have you in !
Hello to you! Have a good school year!
Checking in for first time from Colbert County Schools. AP from Colbert Heights
Jump right in! We are thrilled you joined us tonight!
Hello welcome! what school? https://t.co/IrnAyt7Jy0
I'm an English teacher joining from the Birmingham area. I'm looking forward to tonight's
A1 Fresh start for teachers and students and getting to teach with to newbies
A1: My favorite part is seeing my students and hearing about their summers!
A1: The first day of school sybolizes HOPE, OPPORTUNITY, & LOVE!!! Who wouldn't be excited about that?!?!
A1 Seeing & talking w Ss. They change/grow so much in HS. The first week is so exciting for everyone
I love it that a new school year may mean a "do-over" for some!
Derek Dixon, 7th Grade Social Studies at South Tama County Schools in Iowa. Excited to be here for !
A1: students, students, students...and the excitement they bring back to campus!
Welcome, Katie! Don't be a stranger! We love welcoming other southerners!
Emile Aiton, SPE Haleyville HS---just getting home from the schoolhouse.
A1 The excitement of being around kids! We get to celebrate their successes with them 5 days a week for the next nine months!
Welcome, Anna! I agree! It's exciting to see the kids again!
Every new school year brings more opportunities to make a difference.
Q2: Share a summer project you are proud of- classroom or school. Pics would be awesome!
since kindergarten I've been filled with anxiety, excitement and the joy of school starting. Pencils, pens & new notebooks yea!
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ https://t.co/Uspesau1yR
A1 The excitement of being around kids! We get to celebrate their successes with them 5 days a week for the next nine months!
yeah for southerners who have already been with staff for 3 days and Ss for 3 days.
Our teacher did this last year. Kids loved it!
Good eve,
Always great learning with you - Regards from the beach!
A2 This sounds so "admin-y" but our sch improvement plan & PD plan going in to the yr is the best in my 6 yrs. Great stuff coming
Glad you are here Maggie!
Q2:One of my big goals is organizing my Makerspace.Sometimes it looks like Michaels threw up. Bought stuff to fix that!
Proud of the work I did making my new classroom my own this summer. An emphasis on collaboration. https://t.co/jsy5ShUsmL
A2: A work in progress, a banner which kids will finish & say what they're thankful for as an icebreaker. https://t.co/xiCKJillwp
Love the variety of tables!
A1: Where do I begin??? Tomorrow night is my New Years Eve! I won't sleep a wink!
Started a blog, school social media (FB, Twitter, and hashtag) ... and I'm at level 7 on Pokemon Go! 😊 https://t.co/wAoJ75N07n
Q2: Share a summer project you are proud of- classroom or school. Pics would be awesome!
A2: We completed a few upgrades including a media center designed for and a new synthetic track! https://t.co/4phZPya36F
One of my goals is a staff shout out of some sort in the lounge. Have to wait for construction to finish
my summer project is a (List) of students who need wrap around services Linking Intervention Students 2 Teachers
I am proud I just finally created one!
A1) oooh! Butterflies! Can almost feel their hugs - visualize their smiles - get to welcome them back https://t.co/vPwdWyDcWD
Q1: What is your favorite part of starting back to school? or What excites you about the first day of school?
You've already taken the biggest step---establishing one!
A2 Painted & a complete room design this summer wt added more flexible seating. It's still a wk n progress https://t.co/LB61yzkBDK
Q3: Share a picture of your classroom or school that gives you pride. Describe why.
I had nightmares that no student had a schedule!
A2:2day's activity, but it's yet to be edited! Rest assure the Ss will be excited about holiday break! https://t.co/1HNjFUgnyG
Q2: Share a summer project you are proud of- classroom or school. Pics would be awesome!
This summer I read and participated in a voxer book study. So much great information. https://t.co/3ghZJn4t7v
Q2: Share a summer project you are proud of- classroom or school. Pics would be awesome!
A2: I only got a couple of workroom pics tonight. I'll post before and after tomorrow. They are fabulous!
Proof that you're getting better every year, and not staying stagnant!
Hey Maggie! Glad you're here! The beach sounds wonderful!
A2: proud of units that have been planned; getting motivational bulletin board ready for this week. https://t.co/Ewie8H4ihb
A3 I SO wish I had a picture but at the front of my classroom I have a wall decal that says "BE AWESOME." Great words to live by.
They are awesome! Great job HES!
We finished our 2nd Geo in Construction house this yr for Habitat 4 Humanity. Helping families in need https://t.co/UNLCVctYXe
From the woods of Maine: Brian, HS principal from Mass. School is 3 was away for us!
A2: I had a project at home that helped me think critically & be creative! Imp. for school leaders! https://t.co/CpbwOdC1qh
A3: These pictures fill me with so much pride. We visited Kids First, a local charity, to donate supplies https://t.co/DJqApOGA3K
. welcome- grew up in Dorchester, Mattapan, & Roxbury.
A3: People have been working hard in our building to remind us what were about: Every Student, Every Day! https://t.co/a8U0L7GAEP
A3:Beautiful campus w/quaint college feel-a place where everyone knows your name & relationships matter! https://t.co/0DYDDiG8CW
Q4: What is your school or classroom hashtag. Tell why it is important to you.
It was amazing! We all enjoyed it but most of all, the kids got supplies and support they needed.
How was Effective Grading Practices for Secondary Ts? We've spent a lot of time on that recently
A4: is our # this year. Everyone loves the Olympics! It's very fitting. https://t.co/cZP1lHe5fo
Q4: What is your school or classroom hashtag. Tell why it is important to you.
Ours is . Empowering Ss is our goal. https://t.co/n7K2ASzlZq
Q4: What is your school or classroom hashtag. Tell why it is important to you.
Loved participating in this today!! Our teachers are putting kids first everyday. https://t.co/btOJYq73hA
A3: These pictures fill me with so much pride. We visited Kids First, a local charity, to donate supplies https://t.co/DJqApOGA3K
A4: Still in the developmental stage of my unique classroom hastag
A4: We have an olympic theme this year. Our students, parents, staff, & community are all winners!
A4: School hashtag is & district hashtag is . I love seeing what's happening in my school on days I'm not there!
Very good. Sadly, not a lot of Ts chose that option. (Going to see if the Ts from summer will lead during yr)
A3: My faculty participated in a "Tweet 'n' Go" scavenger hunt today. I'm so proud of their enthusiasm! https://t.co/pejixjgxIk
A4: We use as a school hashtag and are using this year too. These show our PRIDE and DRIVE for 16/17.
A4: My classroom hashtag is FindYourPurpose. Part of my role is to assist my students in finding their place in our world.
School hashtag is . Important bc of the Olympic year showing the dedication & work ethic athletes;transfer to classroom.
A4) will serve as an ongoing reminder to all participants and followers of who I serve https://t.co/eMt4tn2ajo
Q4: What is your school or classroom hashtag. Tell why it is important to you.
A4 Its incredibly important to tell the story of your school. Not JUST sports schedules either..day to day celebrations!
A4: Our school hashtag is . I love it because it focuses on the positive and the share-worthy!
A4 part 2: Although, I think I'm one of the only people that posts on it. This is one of my goals this year!
A4 We don't have one...yet. Have plan for for Ss & Ps to give feedback. Not a lot of Ps on Twitter & I need to diversify
A4: Our school hashtag is . We use it to "pull back the curtain" on our school. Awesome things are happening!
What a great idea! I want to try this!
b/c it represents our quest to be a learning university & b/c we strive to be on a higher level
is a hashtag that celebrates the awesomeness that is ... ! https://t.co/WihG6zlGHZ
Q4: What is your school or classroom hashtag. Tell why it is important to you.
Q4: Our school hashtag is . Our focus this year is collaborate, communicate, and CELEBRATE! https://t.co/PzALrDPQlA
Q4: What is your school or classroom hashtag. Tell why it is important to you.
You do this so well, https://t.co/eYQxcGwC47
A4: Our school hashtag is . We use it to "pull back the curtain" on our school. Awesome things are happening!
A4: is my (cheesy) hashtag for senior English. I hope what they learn will be important and therefore lasting.
A4: UM tag line is: "Unconventional Wisdom". I love that! thinking
A3 the was one of the best things we did as a collective this summer. Doing it again the 1st week of June
A4. Continue to use to brand school and celebrate innovation.
Thanks, Maggie!! I lvoe sharing what our kids & staff are doing! And, I believe in public ed!
I would love to know how you did this!
I will check it out. We're planning district level standards reporting team & looking for HS options
Love this! The cheesier the better! https://t.co/yjdQGFSQ8c
A4: is my (cheesy) hashtag for senior English. I hope what they learn will be important and therefore lasting.
Right there with you, my friend https://t.co/9gE4wTQTlT
Thanks, Maggie!! I lvoe sharing what our kids & staff are doing! And, I believe in public ed!
We have two school level and district level. for CHHS and for unity of the 7 schools
Love this and such an important idea to instill early on!
WildcatUp like Cowboy Up....time to put the boots on and work https://t.co/p5QhrVn8TE
We have two school level and district level. for CHHS and for unity of the 7 schools
Q5: Share a project/activity/idea that is exciting and you look forward to doing in the 2016-2017 school year.
Sorry family. Have to turn on tonight. ❤️ y'all
Andrew Maxey, hoping in the chat late. Do I need a tardy pass?
because success comes from continuing to Persevere even through adversity.
Welcome Coach! Glad you are here!
A5: I got selected as a Ambassador. I am looking forward to my students creating and 3D Printing projects!
. good to see you my friend- may your year be filled with much student success.
Tardy slips start Wednesday! Welcome friend!
No tardy passes needed in the summer! (It's still summer for some!) :-) https://t.co/ThpGLgSKsu
Andrew Maxey, hoping in the chat late. Do I need a tardy pass?
A5: We are going to do this year. A tweet and Instagram post daily that tell our story at HHS.
Created hashtag for the middle school where I was principal - is still going strong!
A5: Teaching historical documents (ex. Decl. of In) with my Founding Father's bobbleheads (Jefferson and Franklin)
We are going to have Academic Signing Day for our seniors. New project for this school.
A5: planning on using boxes to encourage critical thinking & historical thought. Ss usually like puzzles!
A5 New bell schedule w remediation built into the sch day. Exited for enrichment part to match also
A5: I look forward to ldng my COE faculty in creating their professional oaths for '16-17!
Q5: I am excited about incorporating flexible seating into my classroom. Yoga balls, yoga mats, rugs, stools, moon chairs, etc.
A5: I'm hoping to do an oral history research project with my seniors to promote community!
A5: Teaching historical documents (ex. Decl. of In) with my Founding Father bobbleheads (Jefferson and Franklin)
Great hashtag for an Olympic year!
Sounds like a great classroom environment!
A5:Excited about "Collaboration Bling" ... a competition that will encourage peer observations and Twitter chats within the staff.
A5: So very excited about using Google Classroom this year as well as Seesaw for digital data binders/portfolios!
A5: Being even more intentional about school-wide literacy. Excited about teaching vocab strategies!
Congrats to you! We are just scratching the surface of 3D printing but have driving Ts doing great work.
A5: HES is super excited for AMSTI science in K-5 this year!
1 word project. S's choose a word that can change the world. They must present it in an interesting way. https://t.co/LlOnra7yHA
A5 Implementing a Genius Hour pilot in my classroom. Also am taking over the MS twitter page. Doing it with a "Kids First" mindset
Gotta run, crashing my adult kids work party!😝
A5: Everyday is fun at HHS!!!! https://t.co/spykJkGOci
Q5: Share a project/activity/idea that is exciting and you look forward to doing in the 2016-2017 school year.
is making middle school a priority and I get to help!
I would like more info if you could share. We've been working on a way to celebrate pos-secondary Ss
We are working on the idea of a Genius Hour as well at HHS!
Have fun! Thanks for being here!
Can't wait to see how it goes!
Sorry I'm late to the party. Trent Givens, Auburn High, ISS.
We should chat about your ideas and thoughts! Always am looking for more ideas from my PLN!
A5) Engage & Train STEM Leader
Teachers, Students, & Parents https://t.co/qyXPgpX0Xr
Q5: Share a project/activity/idea that is exciting and you look forward to doing in the 2016-2017 school year.
A5: Excited about connecting classrooms with other classrooms across the country!
A5: Looking forward to more green screen action to make learning come alive!
Great to see you, Coach! Jump right in!
Imagine this: a whole school system committed to understanding young adolescents & making developmentally appropriate decisions.
Sounds like it would be fun to be a st in your class!
Mic drop! https://t.co/kVqo99VvC1
Imagine this: a whole school system committed to understanding young adolescents & making developmentally appropriate decisions.
Fascinating! I see a lot of RT'ing and sharing in your future, https://t.co/P2LylSiabq
A5: Excited about connecting classrooms with other classrooms across the country!
my goal is to strategically align EVERYTHING we do to the district strategic plan. EVERYTHING
Are you using it in HS classrooms?
A5 Also going to be connecting my classroom w/ a geographer (who just happens to be my brother-in-law) this year! Very excited!
Q6: When you read this quote, who comes to mind. It can be more than one person. Tag if possible! https://t.co/fCixl2092b
Yes and they are so hard!! I recommend starting with a low level... Even for adults! ;)
Ts earn bling through obs a colleague, inviting a colleague to obs them, or participating in a chat. https://t.co/xEn92FO9mH
I would love to know more about this.
A5 - Getting ISS kids to help in special needs classrooms; reading to Ss, playing games, and helping with other CR activities
A5 I hope to learn more about and incorporate in my 3rd grade classroom this year. https://t.co/RXCbdaQeba
Q5: Share a project/activity/idea that is exciting and you look forward to doing in the 2016-2017 school year.
Such an important point. If it's not geared towards the districts mission, vision, and goals..why do it? https://t.co/ZSMZAuGm80
my goal is to strategically align EVERYTHING we do to the district strategic plan. EVERYTHING
just so that y'all will know is my brother and he's really smart and special. I love him.
Love the creativity that this assignment encourages! Bravo!
A6: Not enough characters to list everyone at HES! Love my people! They keep me going everyday!
A6: This quote reminds me of all the teachers and students at HHS. We are a family.
A6: All of my wonderful colleagues at Munford High.
Q6: My unconnected co-teaching partners at WHS!
You are already well "on your way!" One of the most connected educators I know!
A6: My coworkers and administrators make me happy! My children push me to want to be better!
I'm connected, but I need our teachers to get connected too. :-) Can't wait!
A6: My team and you all in my PLN inspire me daily!
What a concept! We're good at the primary level, but often lose focus on developmentally appropriate at other levels!
A6: I hate to even answer because there are so many who lift me up and make me better every day!
A6 These rockstar educators inspire me daily!
Use the link I included - most are free and you can make a free account too!! I started with the Dinos, level 2 :)
Honored, Becky! The feeling is mutual!
****** Q7 coming up******
And the list could go on and on. I'm so fortunate to have a fabulous group of people who make me better! https://t.co/jYjzkLlElk
A6: my colleagues are always uplifting. PLN & other tweeters are constantly challenging the way I think; pushes me to be better.
Q7: What are some of your first day activities that you are excited about?
Faith, you're an inspiration!!!
So right! Love to chat sometime. AL needs middle level preparation programs/certification. Other states have it!
A7: Today our Ts played a "Dresscode Kahoot" game. There was a ton of chatter & laughing!
A7 All my Ss will be writing a letter to themselves about what they achieved as a 7th grader. Will open these up at end of year.
A7: We had our first day already. I didn't teach, but was glad all our kiddos left with smiles, and were eager for the next day.
A7: Sideline will be a game we will play to get to know one another.
Q7: We are going to put together puzzles as a team building activity!
A7) Engaging my Ss in learning space design (TY, ) https://t.co/Z9o3p0BG36
Q7: What are some of your first day activities that you are excited about?
A7: We are having the first day of school. Games and prizes every period.
I agree! A unique population with unique needs for preparation!
, I have so missed you!!!! And have missed my friends. So good to see the faithful keeping it going!
, I have so missed you!!!! And have missed my friends. So good to see the faithful keeping it going!
A7: Mystery Pop! I filled balloons with ice breakers, minute to win its, and dance sessions - each kid will pop one on the 1st day
My husband keeps us going! Without him our family would fall apart!
Keep modeling; it just takes a spark to get the fire going!
Oh! You all are such great people https://t.co/b7kr1oW8KZ
A7: We are having the first day of school. Games and prizes every period.
A7: it will be different and interesting heading up ISS on first day. Still focusing on building relationships and encouraging Ss
A7: 5LL quiz that all my Ss take. I start learning them from day 1! https://t.co/Z65tYGfSuH
Q7: What are some of your first day activities that you are excited about?
A7: I get to spend a big chunk of each of the first 10 days at -such a great team of folks there!
A7 We do an opening assembly & Howdy Week organized by our Student Council. Very fun week. Ts spend time culture bldg
A7: I want to know who my Ss hung with and were they productive this summer? Me with POTUS Garfield https://t.co/jz2oAboIq2
A7: We make our class mission statement on the first day, before we discuss rules. Our promise to each other is more important
A7: I plan on getting involved in everyone else's classrooms first day. It's going to be so fun!
visiting every school & personally connecting intimately with every faculty. Also city's professionals doing a walk o' champions
That sounds fun & well timed!
Beautiful! We're on the same page..wavelength..channel! Pointing my finger at the screen, saying, "YES!!" https://t.co/pFFQDUbjDN
Tell us more about the Walk O'Champions.
yes!! Can't wait to come back!!
A7 I will also be sharing with students what I am committed to for the school year! Transparency and communication is important!
No traditional learning the first day-just learning to have a great time!
A7: We are excited to launch our ! All relationships, community and culture. "The content can wait." First of its kind.
Q8: What are some Open House or Meet the Teacher ideas you will use this year?
Our first day is like this as well!
Let's do it! Contact me at mcewanae@Montevallo.edu
A8: We have Ss and Ps follow schedules and meet every teacher at Open House. Key: organized, welcoming and showing pride in HHS!
A8 I am hoping to send out a letter to all my Ss & Ps letting them know who I am & what I'm all about..being a champion for kids!
A7: I always had my s's trace their feet & write where those feet would take them over the next 10 yrs. Made a path to my room.
A8: Model a mini class lesson, letting Ps/Gs know that MY history classes are not just lecture and drilling facts, know my "WHY".
A8: Don't know how at HS level, but I would love to see Open House run like an edcamp!
A8: I tried to meet as many parents of Ss that weren't necessarily mine just to help boost the School environment and sell it 2 Ps
Q8:I set up stations with directions for MTT so I can focus on building relationships with Ps and Ss instead of giving directions.
A8: We have our meet the teacher night at the neighborhood pool where most of our students hang out. It's so relaxed. We love it!
A8: give my kids a water bottle for their gift - they can bring it all year! Also fresh baked cookies 😊
A5. . Teachers leading, parents involved, students embracing the . Building relationships.
A8: brief memo for parents highlighting contact info! So important for the Ps to know I'm available!
Wouldn't that be awesome? https://t.co/EzhTL6l1ql
A8: Don't know how at HS level, but I would love to see Open House run like an edcamp!
Make it happen! It will mean a lot!
A8 Oh gosh, do I need help here. I gave a 72 q survey to Ps once at Back2Sch night & haven't recovered since.
A8: You know fatty (me) gonna have a chocolate chip pound cake up in her classroom! https://t.co/eqe1pVu4yH
Q8: What are some Open House or Meet the Teacher ideas you will use this year?
A8: My son's K teacher gave out magnets tonight with her contact info on them. Great idea Mrs. Pettus!
A8: Open House included lunchroom taste tests, teacher meet & greets, orientations, sign up for free supplies,..
Would be so much better! Might require one night per grade level, tho. Worth brainstorming!
The lunchroom taste test was awesome.
Missed chatting with y'all tonight, . Too much to do tonight! Ss come tomorrow!!! 😃
Lunchroom taste tests! I love it! https://t.co/LyZpfJs27w
A8: Open House included lunchroom taste tests, teacher meet & greets, orientations, sign up for free supplies,..
FQ: Who inspired you to be a teacher or continues to inspire you today? Give them a shout out!
https://t.co/o8LQ69mFQD
A8: Open House included lunchroom taste tests, teacher meet & greets, orientations, sign up for free supplies,..
We try to meet the students (and parents) right where they are! Takes the intimidation factor out a little bit. ;)
FA: My great-grandmother and my mom inspired me to be a T. John Mullins inspired me to be an Admin. All were passionate & love Ss!
FQ: My high school APGOPO teacher, Diane Orsini. RIP
Going back to my early years, had faith and confidence in me to be the educator he knew I could be.
