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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Welcome to #MakeItReal! Introduce yourselves and Let us know when you start (or started) school!

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:30 PM EDT

#MakeItReal starts up in 1 minute!!! Join us from #kidsdeserveit and #fledchat

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martianteacher Aug 9 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Hi I'm Thomas from NC! Lead leader of @piratelearners third graders! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Don't forget to hop over to #MakeItReal Starting NOW!!! Follow #kidsdeserveit and #fledchat with more great conversation

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Welcome to #MakeItReal! Thanks for joining us tonight!

In reply to @martianteacher, @piratelearners

teachermike72 Aug 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Mike from CA here, first day of meetings was today! #makeitreal

_on11 Aug 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Hi #MakeItReal. Michael A from Oak Lawn, IL, but tweeting tonight from Minneapolis, MN. Starting on 8/21. Bring it!

Scott_Gregory12 Aug 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Scott from Nebraska, thrilled to be here before our year kicks off. #MakeItReal

sdtitmas Aug 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hey #MakeItReal friends! I'm Scott, tech integration specialist from NJ.

tolbertplant Aug 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hi all! Michelle, 8th grade ELA in Houston. Ts back Monday. As back on the 28th. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hi Mike! Thanks for keeping the meetings going with us...hopefully they're all fun and productive ! #MakeItReal

In reply to @teachermike72

SteinbrinkLaura Aug 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Laura, HS Eng & Tech Coach, Missouri , and I start 8/-4, Ss 8/17. #MakeItReal

Ryan7Read Aug 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Ryan from IL, business & tech teacher trying to #MakeItReal for his new students next week.

ReadforCupcakes Aug 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Caren, librarian, rural NC....ready to chat! #makeitreal

jessica_reddout Aug 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hey #makeitreal Jess, MS ELA from SC. Students will be with us Aug. 23rd

teachermike72 Aug 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT

So far they sure have been Denis! #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

Teachintjay Aug 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Good evening I'm Terry from Alabama #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Welcome! I taught in Lake Forest for 13 yrs. How's the Illinois Summer treating you? #MakeItReal

In reply to @_on11

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Welcome to #MakeItReal Scott!

In reply to @Scott_Gregory12

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:33 PM EDT

We've got 4 questions tonight, not just the usual 3, so keep your eye out! Using Tweetdeck? Open a column for #Makeitreal and @mathdenisnj

teachermike72 Aug 9 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hi Laura! Good to see you again! #MakeItReal

In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura

_on11 Aug 9 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Fantastic. Been "May/June" weather the last couple weeks. Had to check the calendar. #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

hutselllearn Aug 9 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Tomorrow! I'm cait in Florida. #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hi Scott! Thanks for coming! Hope you're enjoying the nice NJ weather! #MakeItReal

In reply to @sdtitmas

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Question 1 makes its way from the past to the present in 1 minute! #MakeItReal

SteinbrinkLaura Aug 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Thanks! Just got out of VB practice and am ready to #MakeItReal

In reply to @teachermike72

Ryan7Read Aug 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Thanks, I'm usually in these chats on a regular basis. Heading over to #MakeItReal now #wearemcusd

In reply to @MCUSDSupe

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Welcome! WE start back September 5th! Early down in TX! I was just in San Angelo a few weeks back! #MakeItReal

In reply to @tolbertplant

AmesAngels Aug 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Carmen from Madison teach LA & SS for some great 7/8th graders #MakeItReal

craigklement Aug 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Craig, edtech coach in Texas. Today was my first day back! I love training with @DigitalGISD #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hi Laura! Welcoma back. Looks like you're ready to start!! #MakeItReal

In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura

Ryan7Read Aug 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Great to see you Carmen #MakeItReal

In reply to @AmesAngels

hutselllearn Aug 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A1: working to keep my classroom a safe space for all voices is something I've been doing and will continue #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Looking forward to this year for you Ryan! #MakeItReal

In reply to @Ryan7Read

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q1: What is one "OLD" thing you DEFINITELY plan to bring into 2017-18 with you? #MakeItReal #SomethingOld

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hi Caren! Thanks for joining #MakeItReal tonight

In reply to @ReadforCupcakes

Ryan7Read Aug 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Thanks Denis. I'm working hard getting these lesson plans together and #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

SteinbrinkLaura Aug 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Getting there. #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

hutselllearn Aug 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A2: starting an ind. reading push, thanks to @pennykittle Book Love. #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @pennykittle

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Welcme Terry! Thanks for joining us for #MakeItReal tonight

In reply to @Teachintjay

aimeejo80 Aug 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I'm Aimee, soon to be 2nd grade T. We start back on Monday! Ss start on the 21st (early for us thanks to construction!) #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

Ryan7Read Aug 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A1: Bringing the #FunkoPOP biographies with me thanks to @jedikermit to my consumer ed and business basics #MakeItReal

tolbertplant Aug 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT

So much more time for "vacation" lol... Many of us never really stop working though, do we? #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

CoachCueva Aug 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Coach Cueva and we start school in 2 weeks! So excited to meet my kiddos! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Welcome Cait! I'm heading to Florida in October! Can't wait! #MakeItReal

In reply to @hutselllearn

Scott_Gregory12 Aug 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A1:I'm a notecard person. I keep them to make notes throughout my day. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q1: What is one "OLD" thing you DEFINITELY plan to bring into 2017-18 with you? #MakeItReal #SomethingOld

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Welcome Carmen! #MakeItReal

In reply to @AmesAngels

teachermike72 Aug 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A1: the lessons I have done in the past that get Ss deeply engaged, and the candybox for quick formative assessments! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Thanks for supporting Instant Relevance! Share your copy or tell others about it & we'll learn together! https://t.co/FI8AVJ89gD #MakeItReal

craigklement Aug 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1: to continue to build relationships with students and to help students to make connections to the content #MakeItReal

ReadforCupcakes Aug 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1: Activities that tie great books with STEAM activities! #makeitreal We are always doing something "messy!"

WPMadden Aug 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1: old stereo receiver for class makerspace #MakeItReal

jessica_reddout Aug 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1: I will always use a name plate activity. helps me learn S names quickly & get S's talking to each other about their design #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Hi Aimee! Monday already! Tell that @SlaterPBISMN to take it easy on you #MakeItReal

In reply to @aimeejo80, @SlaterPBISMN

tolbertplant Aug 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1 Old thing: positive attitude. Essential. #MakeItReal

WPMadden Aug 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Bill elem principal from PA. Jumping in late (board meeting then putting kids to bed) #MakeItReal

Vaughn_trapped Aug 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1: High fives and energy in the room. #makeitreal (Sara here from NC 8th grade, start school Aug 24?)

sdtitmas Aug 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1 My something old is @flipgrid but will be new for many Ts in district. Will find new ways to use/integrate into instruction. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Welcome!!! #MakeItReal

In reply to @CoachCueva

Scott_Gregory12 Aug 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT

That never gets old! #MakeItReal

In reply to @tolbertplant

Ryan7Read Aug 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Doing the same myself. #MakeItReal

In reply to @sdtitmas, @flipgrid

jessica_reddout Aug 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT

This past school year I really got into doing similar activities. I can't wait to start them up again this year. #makeitreal

In reply to @ReadforCupcakes

martianteacher Aug 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: Reinventing my Pirate theme! This year we are going 2learn even more efficiently &effectively 2prevent Blackbeard's attack #MakeItReal

ReadforCupcakes Aug 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT

This is my "official" title!!! #makeitreal

_on11 Aug 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Sorry #MakeItReal. Gotta bail on you. Just got called out by @flipgrid and @DMooreSpanish.

twoguysde Aug 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1: I think hellos and good morning are possibly the oldest ways to change someone's life! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT

AWesome! My wife is a music T at a STEAM Charter in NJ! Looking for great new ideas all the time! #MakeItReal

In reply to @ReadforCupcakes

SteinbrinkLaura Aug 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1: Team/group collaboration will be the old thing I bring back. #MakeItReal

Ryan7Read Aug 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Ahoy! #MakeItReal start #buildlap

In reply to @martianteacher

Teachintjay Aug 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1: I'm bringing back word walls to my school! #MakeItReal

jessica_reddout Aug 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Never leave home without it #makeitreal

In reply to @tolbertplant

WPMadden Aug 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Can't wait to try @flipgrid out this year w/ the school #makeitreal

In reply to @sdtitmas, @flipgrid, @flipgrid

CoachCueva Aug 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1: One old that I'll keep doing is writing positive handwritten notes to coworkers and kiddos! One of my favorite things to do! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT

We do a name game. What's your name, what's unique about it too? Good learning about Ss quickly #MakeItReal

In reply to @jessica_reddout

jessica_reddout Aug 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT

That is such a great goal! #makeitreal

In reply to @craigklement

Scott_Gregory12 Aug 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Great strategy there. Definitely a literacy "must do" item. #MakeItReal

In reply to @Teachintjay

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Question 2 is coming up in 1 Minute! Try it out! #MakeItReal

listenwiselearn Aug 9 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Our Fall webinar series will deep dive into all our awesome tools and features: https://t.co/w7aAZeAGli #makeitreal

martianteacher Aug 9 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Yes sir! Don't get to be polite and joyful! #Makeitreal

twoguysde Aug 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1: I think hellos and good morning are possibly the oldest ways to change someone's life! #MakeItReal

tolbertplant Aug 9 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Logistics q: How long do you use the name plates? Do they take them & bring back? Stay in the room? Assigned seats 1st day? #makeitreal

In reply to @jessica_reddout

teachermike72 Aug 9 @ 9:40 PM EDT

So far no word on whether Flipgrid is a problem for my admins, we shall see! #MakeItReal

In reply to @WPMadden, @sdtitmas, @flipgrid

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Love it! Don't just defend...prevent and prepare! #MakeItReal

In reply to @martianteacher

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q2: What is one "NEW" thing you DEFINITELY will be trying out in 2017-18? #MakeItReal #SomethingNew

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Love that!! #MakeItReal What do you think @LFlemingEDU

In reply to @ReadforCupcakes, @LFlemingEDU

jessica_reddout Aug 9 @ 9:41 PM EDT

It was my first dive into STEAM. While reading The Odyssey, S's had to create a bow & arrow about of classroom supplies. #makeitreal

In reply to @ReadforCupcakes

Ryan7Read Aug 9 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A2: My new Power Up Mushrooms with XP points with Ss, I have made over 75 of them and used a lot of #xplap #MakeItReal

CoachCueva Aug 9 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1b: Whenever someone asks how I'm doing, my response "Living the dream!" because I am!! #MakeItReal

jessica_reddout Aug 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT

It wasn't a long activity but S's really got excited about it & was able to sympathize w/ characters. #makeitreal

In reply to @ReadforCupcakes

ItsMrsPenrod Aug 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Better late than never! Krista here ready to catch up & chat #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT

This rocks! It goes such a long way. Keep it up for sure #MakeItReal

In reply to @CoachCueva

profechile01 Aug 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: RESPECT & MANNERS #MakeItReal

jessica_reddout Aug 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT

I really like that idea. Thanks for sharing #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

SteinbrinkLaura Aug 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A2: Ss blogging! Most if not all of my classes will be blogging this year. #MakeItReal

Vaughn_trapped Aug 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A2: I plan to use VRG and Exeter problems. Back down to three preps so I will be able to try more things. I think. #makeitreal

CoachCueva Aug 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A2: I'm really wanting to put a strong focus on student centered learning! I've been learning a lot about it this summer! #MakeItReal

tolbertplant Aug 9 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2 revamp of previously unsuccessful independent choice reading program #MakeItReal

teachermike72 Aug 9 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2: plenty of things but open seating in Q2 as an experiment comes to mind! #makeitreal

martianteacher Aug 9 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2: So excited to use @flipgrid and all of the possibilities it's gonna bring into my transformative classroom! #Makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Always welcome, whenever possible #MakeItReal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

Leighanne_geib Aug 9 @ 9:43 PM EDT

#MakeItReal Hi all! I'm a bit late! Leigh Anne, PA, HS-SPED teacher

ItsMrsPenrod Aug 9 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1 Spending week 1 getting to know my Ss- relationships 1st, content after #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q1: What is one "OLD" thing you DEFINITELY plan to bring into 2017-18 with you? #MakeItReal #SomethingOld

Scott_Gregory12 Aug 9 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2: Going to maximize contact time learned through #leadlap while kicking other tasks to the end of the day or evening. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q2: What is one "NEW" thing you DEFINITELY will be trying out in 2017-18? #MakeItReal #SomethingNew

teachermike72 Aug 9 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Hey Krista! Good to chat with you once more! #MakeItReal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

Ryan7Read Aug 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Yes, very important, I'm pushing for that more in my classes this year. Felt like I didn't do enough last year. #MakeItReal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

WPMadden Aug 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2: #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay using smore for interactive newsletters, continue exploring 3D printing #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Jump in with @sdtitmas and the #flipgridfever chat too #MakeItReal

In reply to @martianteacher, @flipgrid, @sdtitmas

Teachintjay Aug 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT

I'm using Flipgrid to collaborate w our Ts #MakeItReal

profechile01 Aug 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2: New Gamified PD complete with leaderboard!! #MakeItReal #TsDeserveItToo

Leighanne_geib Aug 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A1 #MakeItReal the "old" thing is my enthusiasm for teaching! It never gets old! I love what I do!

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

jessica_reddout Aug 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2: I plan to use more time for passion projects & discovery #makeitreal

sdtitmas Aug 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2 Really excited to use Microsoft Teams as our district's LMS. Will be fun learning & helping Ts implement it. #MakeItReal

ItsMrsPenrod Aug 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2 Since I'm at a new school this year I have to make the transition from iPads to Chromebooks #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q2: What is one "NEW" thing you DEFINITELY will be trying out in 2017-18? #MakeItReal #SomethingNew

Leighanne_geib Aug 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT

#MakeItReal - using Instant Relevance ideas! Making it all so much more REAL than it was before! A2

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

Ryan7Read Aug 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT

You can do it. I'm fully with desktop and chromebooks this year. I'll miss my iPads though. #MakeItReal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

tolbertplant Aug 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT

This will be one of my new things this year! #MakeItReal

sdtitmas Aug 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1 My something old is @flipgrid but will be new for many Ts in district. Will find new ways to use/integrate into instruction. #MakeItReal

RACzyz Aug 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2: Working in building an outdoor classroom for Ts and Ss! #MakeItReal

e_knupp Aug 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A1: Ss decorate a notecard with one thing that makes them happy. Share out at tables. Giant wall of happiness during 1st week #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Lend each other a hand on Question 3, coming up in 1 minute! #MakeItReal

WPMadden Aug 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT

I gotta keep those lessons in mind through #LeadLAP too. Google Keep will definitely be helpful for me. #makeitreal

In reply to @Scott_Gregory12

craigklement Aug 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2: NearPod. My new principal bought a site license for entire campus. Used it some but not a ton #MakeItReal

Leighanne_geib Aug 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Absolutely! 100% agreed! Right there with ya, pal! #MakeItReal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

martianteacher Aug 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT

LOVE LOVE & LOVE THIS! #Makeitreal

e_knupp Aug 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A1: Ss decorate a notecard with one thing that makes them happy. Share out at tables. Giant wall of happiness during 1st week #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q3: What is one "BORROWED" thing you DEFINITELY will be stealing in #2017-18? #MakeItReal #StealEDU #SomethingBorrowed

PrincipalFrench Aug 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2) Writing, producing, and recording weekly school updates with student crews. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q2: What is one "NEW" thing you DEFINITELY will be trying out in 2017-18? #MakeItReal #SomethingNew

e_knupp Aug 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2: more feedback during #PBL units, station rotation model and blended learning! #MakeItReal

Ryan7Read Aug 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Yes, Google Keep has become a very good friend of mine. Pushing it more too with Ss. #MakeItReal

In reply to @WPMadden, @martianteacher, @Scott_Gregory12

WPMadden Aug 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT

You & ur Ss will love the Chromebooks. #makeitreal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

teachermike72 Aug 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT

What grade level do you teach, Emily? #makeitreal

In reply to @e_knupp

senora_price Aug 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A1: I'm not letting go of old-fashioned note-taking. I will still lecture. I'll just add some new engagement strategies to it. #MakeItReal

ItsMrsPenrod Aug 9 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A1 Spending week 1 getting to know my Ss- relationships 1st, content after #MakeItReal
- MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT
  
  Q1: What is one "OLD" thing you DEFINITELY plan to bring into 2017-18 with you? #MakeItReal #SomethingOld

ItsMrsPenrod Aug 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A3 THIS! #MakeItReal

e_knupp Aug 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A1: Ss decorate a notecard with one thing that makes them happy. Share out at tables. Giant wall of happiness during 1st week #MakeItReal

ReadforCupcakes Aug 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2: I'm going to #gamify my library and do more project based activities! #makeitreal

WPMadden Aug 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@JustinTech & I rolled that out last year in our district. Feedback was outstanding. Ur staff will love it. #makeitreal

In reply to @profechile01, @JustinTech

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A3: Borrow these awesome math task! Thank @pearse_margie for curating! https://t.co/QTYnT8ZiQi #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 3 @ 9:37 AM EDT

Here's the 1 Stop Shop for Rich Math Tasks! Start 17-18 on the right foot! https://t.co/xQz9AUNeDP #makeitreal #mtbos #mathchat #tmc17

CoachCueva Aug 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT

I love the "what makes you happy?" Wall that @e_knupp posted! What a great positive way to start! #MakeItReal

jessica_reddout Aug 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A3: it's hard having just 1 to #StealEDU b/c twitter always lets me learn about great resources & activities my S's would 💜 #makeitreal

martianteacher Aug 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A3: The @flipgrid idea from other teachers with collaborating and connecting with the students before school starts! #MakeItReal

Leighanne_geib Aug 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A3 #MakeItReal I'm stealing some ideas from @JoyKirr ... & she let me! Lots of Shifts coming. Started with my classroom, see blog for pics

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @JoyKirr

Scott_Gregory12 Aug 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Thats a great Marzano strategy too! Good effect size tool for learning. #MakeItReal

ReadforCupcakes Aug 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2: I'm going to #gamify my library and do more project based activities! #makeitreal

Vaughn_trapped Aug 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT

I saw this ,its earlier today! #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @pearse_margie

Ryan7Read Aug 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A3: The answer: #docstickers from @i3algebra just love these and so do Ss. They are a fixture with me. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A3: hack this for Ts too. Put it up in the teacher room and focus on what makes us all happy!! #MakeItReal

e_knupp Aug 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A1: Ss decorate a notecard with one thing that makes them happy. Share out at tables. Giant wall of happiness during 1st week #MakeItReal

sdtitmas Aug 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3 Hm I'm going to borrow a ton of ideas from #MakeItReal #DitchBook & #LeadLAP philosophy when helpings Ts & Ss.

tolbertplant Aug 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3 borrowing emphasis on / prioritizing student engagement and joy #MakeItReal

Teachintjay Aug 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A4: I'm borrowing from @donalynbooks No more struggling readers only Developing readers #MakeItReal

profechile01 Aug 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3: Borrowing anything I can to help me adjust to new role as AP. #LeadLAP #Admin2B #MakeItReal #KeepingItReal

WPMadden Aug 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3: So many ideas from @PrincipalFrench @BethHouf @jmattmiller #LeadLAP #satchatwc & #MakeItReal

RACzyz Aug 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3: Expanding our #HourOfPossibility this yr! Want to add learning badges & give Ss the oppty to make, create, & share w/ 🌎 #MakeItReal

senora_price Aug 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2 Independent learning. I tend to get very easily stuck being the "sage on the stage." Any help for foreign lang appreciated. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q2: What is one "NEW" thing you DEFINITELY will be trying out in 2017-18? #MakeItReal #SomethingNew

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Super Fun Happy Bonus Question 4 coming up in 1 minute!!! #MakeItReal

SteinbrinkLaura Aug 9 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3: Stealing an eclipse writing activity using the song, Total Eclipse of the ❤️ from @EdTechTV #MakeItReal

howie_hua Aug 9 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3: Youcubed's Week of Inspirational Math! #StealEDU #MakeItReal

Vaughn_trapped Aug 9 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3: I am going to borrow @SweenWSweens marbelslide challenges and extension 'competitions'. #TMC17 #Makeitreal ##stealEDU

LCHSMrMcClean Aug 9 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A1 hand shakes, professional greetings, get to know you #MakeItReal

teachermike72 Aug 9 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3: borrowing from Shift This and TLAP a lot, also some Regents lessons already on Google Docs format! #makeitreal

WPMadden Aug 9 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Thanks for sharing this! #makeitreal

In reply to @sdtitmas, @teachermike72, @flipgrid

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q4: BONUS Question!! Something Blue represents Love! How will you show your students that you love them in 17-18? #MakeItReal #SomethingBlue

martianteacher Aug 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Cool! #Makeitreal

RACzyz Aug 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3: Expanding our #HourOfPossibility this yr! Want to add learning badges & give Ss the oppty to make, create, & share w/ 🌎 #MakeItReal

aimeejo80 Aug 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A1: even with switching grades, I'm definitely keeping flexible seating options #makeitreal #somethingold

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

Ryan7Read Aug 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A4: In my case listen, if you can't listen to your Ss, you are not caring about them. Sometimes you have to just listen to them. #MakeItReal

SteinbrinkLaura Aug 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Right? It's perfect! #MakeItReal

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AmesAngels Aug 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A1: continue to build relationships with each S, & making sure each S hears their name with a good morning & welcome to class #MakeItReal

craigklement Aug 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3: going to try to implement a badging system this year with the help of our student tech team #MakeItReal

senora_price Aug 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3: everything I learned about cultural activities from @CRTNation... it's time to start teaching the WHOLE student #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q3: What is one "BORROWED" thing you DEFINITELY will be stealing in #2017-18? #MakeItReal #StealEDU #SomethingBorrowed

profechile01 Aug 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A4: in charge of attendance and discipline celebrations...Got to make sure they rock #MakeItReal

martianteacher Aug 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Heading out! Great chatting!! Catch ya around!! #MakeItReal

Leighanne_geib Aug 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT

#MakeItReal A4 One on one lunch dates. With each kid. It's possible, it's going to be awesome, it's going to be worth it!

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

CoachCueva Aug 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A4: My Ss will know how much they're loved through my actions & what I say to them. They matter & they're loved by me. ❤️❤️ #MakeItReal

AmesAngels Aug 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A2: We are going to add in @flipgrid as a response method for Ss. excited to try #MakeItReal

sdtitmas Aug 9 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A4 Something blue: I promise I won't forget the Ss are the center and priority of everything! Tech is secondary. #MakeItReal

Scott_Gregory12 Aug 9 @ 9:55 PM EDT

With some platforms to create "do it yourself" badges, that can only lead to greater things. #MakeItReal

In reply to @craigklement

LCHSMrMcClean Aug 9 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A2 student created projects to improve our class, campus, open spaces etc. #MakeItReal

ReadforCupcakes Aug 9 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A4: I'm going to get to know them, what they love, what makes them tick and I'm not giving up on them! #makeitreal

SteinbrinkLaura Aug 9 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Ss look up lyrics & devise backstory behind the song, can write backstory as song, poem, short story. #MakeItReal

In reply to @CoachCueva, @EdTechTV

craigklement Aug 9 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A4: A4: by building those positive relationships with them daily #MakeItReal #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Right On! Use the tech to REVEAL how imporant our SS are!!! #MakeItReal

In reply to @sdtitmas

Scott_Gregory12 Aug 9 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A4: All I know is that a school just isn't a school without them. #MakeItReal

aimeejo80 Aug 9 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A2: I'm reading "You're Finally Here!" to start the year w/ Ss knowing I'm very glad they come to school each day! #makeitreal

Vaughn_trapped Aug 9 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A4: I am going to eat with the kids more rather than just supervising from the end of a table. (borrow from @lmhenry9) #makeitreal

teachermike72 Aug 9 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A4: remember every S's birthday, attend their games and performances if I can, and smile at them! #makeitreal

tolbertplant Aug 9 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A4 Love = personal attention to all Ss. Everyone's success & growth matters! #MakeItReal

e_knupp Aug 9 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3: ideas from @alicekeeler ! Love the google tips, tricks and timesavers! 💡👍🏻👌🏻 #MakeItReal

SteinbrinkLaura Aug 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Or you can use the song to inspire eclipse metaphors in their own song, poem, etc. #MakeItReal

In reply to @CoachCueva, @EdTechTV

LCHSMrMcClean Aug 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A3 google forms "there's a form for that" #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks again for an excellent #MakeItReal Chat! Looking forward to sharing your ideas with others!! See you next week!

Ryan7Read Aug 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT

I'm out everyone, fantastic chat tonight. #MakeItReal

Vaughn_trapped Aug 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Discipline celebration sounds like an oxymoron. #makeitreal

In reply to @profechile01

howie_hua Aug 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A1: Manipulatives like unifix cubes, charged chips, base ten blocks, and pattern blocks #makeitreal

Scott_Gregory12 Aug 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Good items to think on. Thank you #MakeItReal !

drValJC Aug 9 @ 9:59 PM EDT

You only get one chance to make a first impression! #makeitreal #firstdayofschool

cpoole27 Aug 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3: The goal is to let our students know they matter from day one #makeitreal

WPMadden Aug 9 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A4: Play w/ them at recess/PE, sing w/ them in music, create art w/ them, be in classes & #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay will take off #MakeItReal

teachermike72 Aug 9 @ 9:59 PM EDT

C ya everyone! Awesome chat as usual! #makeitreal

senora_price Aug 9 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A4 Show them that they all deserve my best regardless of their "level", their mistakes, or their advantage/"disadvantage." #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q4: BONUS Question!! Something Blue represents Love! How will you show your students that you love them in 17-18? #MakeItReal #SomethingBlue

profechile01 Aug 9 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Great chat @MathDenisNJ #MakeItReal

SteinbrinkLaura Aug 9 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Great chat, #MakeItReal crew! Thanks for moderating, @MathDenisNJ !

howie_hua Aug 9 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A2: I would love to try out some Desmos activities! #makeitreal #somethingnew

CoachCueva Aug 9 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Thank you @MathDenisNJ I am really loving how I'm feeling leaving this chat! Thanks for helping me reflect! #MakeItReal

aimeejo80 Aug 9 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A3: Teaching a new grade this year, I feel like I'm borrowing everything! Collaboration is KEY to our successes. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Thanks for being a part of #MakeItReal !

In reply to @profechile01

e_knupp Aug 9 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A4: Build rltnships & classrm community make sure they know you care."I've noticed.. how was.. tell me about..love those shoes!" #MakeItReal

LCHSMrMcClean Aug 9 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A3 programming with @SpheroEdu apple swift & TI Calculator introduce #code & #coding #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Aug 9 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Well...here's 500 of them! https://t.co/apWhMTHiJc #MakeItReal

In reply to @howie_hua

WPMadden Aug 9 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Thanks @MathDenisNJ & everyone else for tonight's #MakeItReal chat! Fantastic, energizing stuff!

i3algebra Aug 9 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Oh you aren't stealing those! #Docstickers are there for the taking! #makeitreal https://t.co/lv4GRobw9R

In reply to @Ryan7Read

LCHSMrMcClean Aug 9 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A4 simple just keep it real #MakeItReal

talbotta0803 Aug 9 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A1 I will still use SeeSaw! It was amazing this past year! #MakeItReal

talbotta0803 Aug 9 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A2 I will be using Lego Edu kits this year! I'm so excited to start them! #MakeItReal

talbotta0803 Aug 9 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A4. Respect them and create a safe and loving environment for Ss to meet their goals. Then show them I'm proud of all they do! #MakeItReal

talbotta0803 Aug 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A3 I'm borrowing ideas from twitter chats and fb groups! #MakeItReal