#EdTechAfterDark Archive
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Monday May 23, 2016
Good Evening and Welcome to ! My name is Sean Gaillard & I'm honored to guest mod. Topic
Super happy to have here with the crew!
Let's take a few minutes to introduce each other for . Please share your name, location and role.
Yeah!! Boy!! is happening
It's happening now! https://t.co/499PGQNT46
Good Evening and Welcome to ! My name is Sean Gaillard & I'm honored to guest mod. Topic
Tom Covington, TechTOSA Bassett CA,
Nathan, indeterminate, Kaiser roll
Please use the A1, A2 for each response and don't forget to add for hashtag.
Misty, Instructional Coach for MS ELA from Virginia excited for w/ my
Dan, FL, Technology TOSA & English T!
Buckle up & hold on tight is going to get crazy!
Megan, 3rd grade T from Fl
Christopher Holt, a technology resource teacher for in Tampa, FL!
Thanks for having me here!
Justin from Baltimore. 4th grade teacher jumping into for a bit! Thanks for moderating this evening!
I'm Chantell and I teach 3rd grade in a + environment in St. Louis. Who else is still in session?
Jacob - EdTech - Manor/Austin TX
here. I teach ELA in STL.
Kora, St. Augustine, FL - teacher (on leave). Heading back in the fall.
Hello Everyone! Nik here from the area
Melissa from Raleigh! 2nd grade teacher
Checking in for talk! Let's do this!
Megan, IA, Lead Support Teacher for Teacher Leadership
Happy Monday evening Tom!
Julie from Brandon, FL, VP & Co-Founder consulting co
Victoria. Nebraska. Library media specialist.
Excited to have you here, Pal!
We are. Till the 21st or so. -Mike from MD EL LMS.
Sylvia here from Tampa, FL
Chelsey Troutman, SC, 2nd grade teacher and professional computer file packer. Seriously, my comp is about to explode!
Interesting. When do you start? Year round?
Kristoffer from Overland Park KS here!
Shawn, K-5 Principal from Illinois, looking forward to with some
Hello everyone! Cheryl from Colorado. Great to be here!
Sandy- 5th grade teacher in Ut- 1st time here and supporting an eduhero
Lisa aka Mrs. G, Lead learner , Houston, TX
Maggie / Intervention Raleigh NC
I'm Scott, I love & I'm from Nebraska.
Hello Edtechafterdarkers!! Glad to be here again tonight with you all
Good eve. Daryl, HS educator in MD, checking in for a few
Hi, Sean and all. Jeremy from Connecticut: parent, education communications specialist, advocate.
Thanks, Misty! Great to have you here, Pal!
Fran Siracusa, Clearwater, FL, Educ. Technologist, Spanish Tchr, Consultant :0)
Zac from Lecanto, FL 8th grade ELA catching up on
Hah. I wish. JK. Really. We start mid - late August.
I'm Brian. I teach MS Ss Eng in CO. Tonight's chat has playoff hockey atmosphere. Time for beards? https://t.co/bKL5auJIhe
If you can stay up this late to mod, I can stay up with you.
hey Fran! Great to have you.
My day is made because my and Friend is here! Welcome, Fran!
Hi, I'm Angela, from Alberta and I'm a 6th grade teacher.
Kristoffer here, Social Studies instructor, HS government
I don't find many schools who go longer than mine, that aren't year round. You win!
We are still going. Last day from Ss is June 10; teachers, June 13.
hey!! be all up in this chat
Lisa Douthit Media Tech in KS. Totally Lurking tonight as I work.
We are... until June 6th!
This is my prime working time-kids asleep, house is quiet...
Paths have eventual crossings. Thanks for being here at
here from San Antonio, Texas 4th grade
You're going to love it, promise!
can't believe how much earlier everyone starts and ends than here in the Northeast U.S.
Greg from Central NJ - HS Business (10 courses and counting...)
I guess I can say where I'm from: STEAM Teacher from outside Chicago grades 6-8
Thinking I might need to move to a different time zone to keep up with the night owls...
we are still going too! Friday is the last day for kids, next Friday for us!
We're still in until June 28
Hi everyone, Krista here in gainesville, florida; work in higher ed, and masters student :)
No beard, but game on here! LGB!
Amber, central Florida. K-5 global studies teacher/MS digital media teacher. What's up
Always late for me! We got this!
It's our snow days and holidays. We simply don't have the equipment for snow removal.
I will be around that part of the state in the fall for western NC edcamps
Wish! My 4yr old is running around yelling "Guess what...Chicken Butt" I may have to address it
Baltimore is in da houseeeee! https://t.co/IwbTKnpBsL
Justin from Baltimore. 4th grade teacher jumping into for a bit! Thanks for moderating this evening!
Hey! My alarm reminded me! π
Enjoy! Hope the half days fly by for you! 7 more Ss days 1 Ts day.
I bet your fingers are a flyin' :) Happy to be here to learn from so many great people!
I posit: Playoff beards can be both literal and states of mind :)
Everyone wants to chat with you !!!!!!
Renee from Katy, Tx 4th Grader! Lately the kids in my class have been doing most of the teaching! ππ½
To know I'm not alone... The struggle is real. https://t.co/FqvltQJCeZ
Wish! My 4yr old is running around yelling "Guess what...Chicken Butt" I may have to address it
Welcome, Amber! Great to have you here.
Too bad we can't start late and finish early in the NE! Lol https://t.co/E2GkDUhs39
can't believe how much earlier everyone starts and ends than here in the Northeast U.S.
We are usually that second or third week, this year had less snow days and days of civil unrest.
Hello ! I'm Aaron Hogan, high school assistant principals in College Station, TX.
Looking forward to chatting tonight!
Awe, Just after Memorial Day. A week w/o students? Wow. What do you do?
Another is here! Welcome, Megan!
so then wouldn't you end later? End June 10 here and that's the earliest ever. Mild winter.
Q1 for starts in one minute!
What's the NE US schedule like?
Yeah, not the prize I wanted ...
Hello my friend! How's the baby?
okay, back on the right account! Darn tweetdeck
Yeah, We end June 21st. Last year was a bit later, I think.
Do you PD all next week??
Go Gators! https://t.co/tXd7oYmjOL
Hi everyone, Krista here in gainesville, florida; work in higher ed, and masters student :)
I applaud your hirsuteness, Nathan (and the hat is a nice touch, too).
Q1 Why is it important to Trend the Positive in the Schoolhouse?
Kelly from Texas just joining in
Always a ! Thanks, my friend!
that's around the late end for us.
Excited to join for the first time! Instructional Tech from East Texas :D
went to a mini nearby run by this weekend it was amazing!
Sorry dude, I'll see if I can come up w/another one for you.
Just keeping up with the positive Mania!
doing fun tech breakout sessions!
OMG! Aggies in da houseeee toooo! Whooop!
https://t.co/fj0Ekv5Zy0
Hello ! I'm Aaron Hogan, high school assistant principals in College Station, TX.
Looking forward to chatting tonight!
Civil unrest days... That's rough! Glad it was a better year and hope next year is even better! https://t.co/RzjPXuFZVH
We are usually that second or third week, this year had less snow days and days of civil unrest.
A1: Because if you do not trend the Positive the Negative will take over.
Excited for my first chat with the crew!
That's ok. I wouldn't wish this time on anyone. :)
Swing by the neighborhood!
A1 Building a pos culture leads to collaboration & innovation https://t.co/xCKwZKwOeg
Q1 Why is it important to Trend the Positive in the Schoolhouse?
A1 One alternative to trending positives is the negative sucking up all the available oxygen.
A1. Trend the positive b/c it's contagious and we want the positive energy for our S's-builds community
Lots of TampaBay folks ... Way to represent ... I'm Writing Coach @ Spoto HS Glad to be here again tonight!
Us too. We're extended several days due to snow.
Hello to all, I am here. Dene from Orlando, FL
Hard to keep up with the positivity express here! LOL!
A1 Positivity begets positivity. Happy Ss and Ts make the best learners! https://t.co/5bfGdqV8OH
Q1 Why is it important to Trend the Positive in the Schoolhouse?
Last year's were really rough. Sitting in the house wanting to be in school watching the news for updates.
Q2: trending negativity spreads been faster. We need to drown out the voices that breed bad vibes. https://t.co/TYuQB7ka7h
Q1 Why is it important to Trend the Positive in the Schoolhouse?
A1: What you focus on you get more of. We have to push toward the positive so that we end up with more of it!
Hi, all! Lisa, Differentiation Instructional Coach, Chicago suburb
A1: because trending the negative only yields negative results. Put out the kind of vibes you want returned.
If we don't create/share the positive, the default becomes the negative...We are greater than that
Sets your intention...& mindset!
A1: because negative gets free press. 1:10 positive:negative school news. Buck the trend and get to good out
A1. Sharing the positive builds a positive culture. It brings the amazing things to light. Stop the negative rhetoric!
A1 because if you don't spin the story up, someone else will spin it down
Plus + vibes increase productivity
As an admin it's important to remember that my attitude has a ripple effect throughout the school https://t.co/JksGi6PZuq
Q1 Why is it important to Trend the Positive in the Schoolhouse?
Hey Sandra! Hope the week is off to a great start for you!
A1. Trend the positive b/c schools should be filled with joy & excitement all the time!That's how I want to live and work!
A1: Our kids, culture, & environment can only be as positive as we are. And being positive is just better, more pleasant.
There is so much negativity in EDU ... We need to model the positive for our students and others! https://t.co/0l0IMbXNVr
Q1 Why is it important to Trend the Positive in the Schoolhouse?
A1: Positivity breeds encouragement, collaboration, community, and pushes Ss to try new things.
A1: trending negativity spreads been faster. We need to drown out the voices that breed bad vibes. https://t.co/TYuQB7ka7h
Q1 Why is it important to Trend the Positive in the Schoolhouse?
A1Because sometimes school is the only place a S will experience positivity throughout their day.Every moment counts w kids
We don't have to start until the end of August though. We get 2 months off in Canada, as ruleπ
Hi ! Sarah here, jumping on to say hello! I may not last long but I definitely wanted to say hi!
Because the best teachers make every day their best day!! Our stress is not the kids' fault! https://t.co/PlhUzZ34lP
Q1 Why is it important to Trend the Positive in the Schoolhouse?
A1: it is vital because the world gives enough negativity and school should be a safe place
A1: Teaching is challenging in all the right ways. The last thing we need is negativity in the halls and on our sidewalks.
A1 Negativity saps energy. Not what we need
A1: Too often Ts don't take control of the message re: schools and classrooms. We have to lead the positive conversation
Yes, it does! That's an there! That is the key! Well said, Julie!
Michael from Los Angeles. In NYC. Only way to make
welcome Jamie glad to have you
A1: the media LOVES negativity in schools. Buck the trend and promote positive!
A1 Keep it positive and light. You'll feel better at the end of the day and students will leave excited to come back.
YES https://t.co/uvO45YDuyu
A1Because sometimes school is the only place a S will experience positivity throughout their day.Every moment counts w kids
A1: Positivity leads to to solutions. Negativity leads to more problems.
A1 We must to fight one-sided narratives
A1: There are too many voices who lead people to believe school isn't the positive place we know it to be. Tell your story.
A1: This gives Ss something to go to when they want to give up. We are forever analyzing motivational quotes. Grit is key!
Ss are the adults of tomorrow - creating positive citizens for tomorrow will change the world! https://t.co/D6jYwBIMqf
A1: it is vital because the world gives enough negativity and school should be a safe place
You want the negative nellys to be the loners. Or better yet non-existent.
A1: Positive energy is electric, we must marshal it for results. https://t.co/9poKkwfIau
Q1 Why is it important to Trend the Positive in the Schoolhouse?
A1: too easy to get bogged down by things out of our control. Policies, admin decisions, etc. https://t.co/5thsifpkzU
A1: Attitude is contagious! And it also makes us think differently when we focus on being positive.
that's a blog post or Graphic there, Larry! Welcome to , Bandmate!
hey Kirby! Awesome to see you again
A1) Positivity creates an environment of positive thinking. This is a lifelong skill we want students to focus on as adults
thanks Alex, glad to be here.
A1) Postive focus brings positive energy invites others into the fold & closes the door on the negative.
A1: negativity fills voids ( ) if positivity is trending there will be no voids!
you are all very inspiring!
Hi it's Rashida - Division Level Instructional Coach from Fairfax, VA
A1:Ss pick up on the negative vibe you carry and will start to carry it w/you.Not good for Ss or Ts https://t.co/EjM7f2Acme
Q1 Why is it important to Trend the Positive in the Schoolhouse?
We learn better when positive emotion is attached to the learning
A1: important to trend the positive because we have kids looking to us to be the positive in their lives.
Good to see u here, girlfriend! https://t.co/qAWL6trk8f
Excited to join for the first time! Instructional Tech from East Texas :D
There's a few HTs for that π and https://t.co/twlitwpIOh
A1: Too often Ts don't take control of the message re: schools and classrooms. We have to lead the positive conversation
A1: Iimportant to tell pos. stories that give glimpse into interesting work in classrm.Helps shift stereotypes
A1 it takes far less energy to be positive than it does to be negative.
This is great! One sided narratives are limiting & slowing of progress. https://t.co/VprRXCF9IG
A1 We must to fight one-sided narratives
A1- negativity is like the NO guy! positivity is the yes man! Trending positivity is your yes and... Does that make sense?π³
You nailed it there. More folks have to dig this. Well tweeted.
A1 If no one wants to go to school, no one "shows" up I'm a little latter on days I'm feeling unappreciated.
A1: Positivity throws ppl off, which makes everything more interesting! It's contagious, it's fun, it's good for everyone!
Yes ... Leaders in EDU! https://t.co/nepfgzaITA
A1: Too often Ts don't take control of the message re: schools and classrooms. We have to lead the positive conversation
A1: Positivity fuels the heartbeat of the school community. It keeps people alive and excited to be present
You bet! I'm excited to be here tonight! Thanks for putting in the work to create !
A1 going to be there 7.5 hours a day, may as well make it a positive 7.5 hours π
A1 To recognize positive happenings encourages more. Spread those positive vibes!
Drown out the neg voices! https://t.co/bZDoLKUFGM
A1: There are too many voices who lead people to believe school isn't the positive place we know it to be. Tell your story.
Unfortunately the outliers get all the attention! Time to tell the tale of those doing right! https://t.co/zep3SYw6ME
A1: the media LOVES negativity in schools. Buck the trend and promote positive!
A1 (2.0) kida can tell when you're fake so you need to be honestly positive
Retweet, Love, YES! Best answer! https://t.co/TbMww7njpC
A1: the media LOVES negativity in schools. Buck the trend and promote positive!
Hello Glad to find you here!
A1: We have to advocate for our schools by speaking positively! It's our duty! ...if we aren't positive who will be?
Amen! Focus on what to encourage not just what to avoid! https://t.co/0jksSqXhdD
A1: the media LOVES negativity in schools. Buck the trend and promote positive!
A1 Make the positive bigger so the negative gets smaller:)
thanks! Good to be back! I fell off the band wagon!
hi Lisa welcome! Glad to have you
Well played! It's true. We are going to go deeper with Q here soon.
A1: Because it encourages teachers to try get our of their comfort zone and try something new
A1: right now it's easy to trend the positive 7 days left- it's tough in March with State Testing looming.
A1 Because the alternative doesn't help.
Take back the story and trend the positive! Yes!
to stay positive is to believe
A1)Many times an educator is the only optimist in a student's life.
When I started at my current school, Ts & Ss sometimes would dog me for being too happy. It was sad https://t.co/TQP4pCsRuZ
Grumpy and negative doesn't even feel good-especially with a room full of kids staring at you with big hopeful eyes.
So true! I just did a for a celebration of Ed in my city. We are now underway w/ plan to implement.
That is a profound statement!
A1: Attitude is everything. Positivity leads to innovation, solutions,collaboration... Neg leads to giving up, complaining
That's a potential blog post there.
A1 Too much negativity discussed and not enough positive. Recognition goes a long way and very much needed
A1:Not gonna lie though, some days I'm just cranky. It is what it is and the next day is better.
ANNNNNND, our students follow our example! Why show them we don't want to be there...then they won't want to!
I agree! Students pick up in that vibe really quick and the negativity multiplies. https://t.co/zLzjuOI9fn
A1:Ss pick up on the negative vibe you carry and will start to carry it w/you.Not good for Ss or Ts https://t.co/EjM7f2Acme
Q1 Why is it important to Trend the Positive in the Schoolhouse?
Yes! This should be part of the pledge of allegiance. https://t.co/hrwQABrpC1
We learn better when positive emotion is attached to the learning
We have to be in tune with our vibe. So true.
Hi! Good to see ya! . featured one of my blog posts on FB today. :) :) :) drriina@blogspot.com
A1 (contd) on a basic level, if we shut off w only days left of school, what does this tell Ss?
This made me stop and reflect. Well done!! https://t.co/POW0f86TFU
A1)Many times an educator is the only optimist in a student's life.
Hi I'm a little late. Jess Anderson from WI. Senior Pre-Teacher Candidate-Excited to learn tonight! https://t.co/LRE0mKmXE9
Hello, Anabel! Great to hear from you. Thanks!
Dropping into to give big high fives to my partner in good !
A1: A simple handshake and smile for every HS student at the door, every hour, every day does wonders for positive culture!
The grumpier they are the cheerier I get...just because. I tell them to fake it if they have to.
https://t.co/gbMhvKkJRo
Grumpy and negative doesn't even feel good-especially with a room full of kids staring at you with big hopeful eyes.
Yes! You might be the only child's champion! Huge responsibility for us to be positive!
Unfortunately so true. Very good point! Need to remember this daily no matter the S!
She lights up the chat! Can't help but be positive when you see a cute baby!
one of the district APs is like that - Even her handle is :) She reminds me to be positive always!
Want to piss off a negative/mean person, smile and tell them to have an amazing day :) Nothing else is worth your time.
welcome Jess glad to see you again!
Lots of Seinfeld Fans here!
And so easy to do with little to no time lost. It is a must.
I approve more cute baby photos
Just like when they smell fear!
A1: our district # is a place for positivity. Our Teachers have really taken over with great media and stories.
Dig deep and teach on! Leave a lasting impression! https://t.co/CC6ny4TZul
A1 (contd) on a basic level, if we shut off w only days left of school, what does this tell Ss?
My kind of people... https://t.co/49Fw8DMs64
Need to keep up w/ the score & I can respond in one window while reading posts on another. Nerdy? Maybe.
A1: Being positive is empowering and creates an environment where others feel safe and willing to take risks.
Q2 is up for in one minute. Get ready to for this one.
Sorry, was pulled away...
absolutely, for them to know they were seen and appreciated so important
Misery may love company, but positivity draws a crowd.
A1 Positivity is important EVERYWHERE. Society is so negative to teachers, we need to build eachother up!
Yall need to see the compliment tree our interventionists made. Beautiful and screams positivity! https://t.co/dvB7GMNIF6
So true! https://t.co/ht8H6rl8Wo
Want to piss off a negative/mean person, smile and tell them to have an amazing day :) Nothing else is worth your time.
Best way to try and turn things around! Peeves those who, for some reason, get joy out of whining.
Have to really be checked in w/yourself & others to be in tune w/the vibe also.
Hey Jen! Always great to run into you in a chat!
Power to the teachers! https://t.co/MRPOBggsCM
A1: our district # is a place for positivity. Our Teachers have really taken over with great media and stories.
And it's hard to continue to be mean to a smile! π https://t.co/uD5JLX8mVl
Want to piss off a negative/mean person, smile and tell them to have an amazing day :) Nothing else is worth your time.
I certainly agree with this.
Oh cool! I'll go check it out!
Couldn't have said it better! https://t.co/BqEV9axMwn
A1: Being positive is empowering and creates an environment where others feel safe and willing to take risks.
IFake it, 'til ya make it DOES work on attitudes! I practice this myself when neededπ
It fits so many situations! Needs to be a worldwide phrase I think... haha!
It happens. Must guard tongue so Ss can't pick up on this too easily.
If we don't build each other up...who will?
I love it...shower them with kindness. π https://t.co/UJsmrEWfoo
Want to piss off a negative/mean person, smile and tell them to have an amazing day :) Nothing else is worth your time.
This is so true. We need to be advocates/voice for positive that we see in each other! https://t.co/TA3791XCIS
A1 Positivity is important EVERYWHERE. Society is so negative to teachers, we need to build eachother up!
I build shelves in our basement storage room. I am ready to
A2 Oh, we by playing Civil War baseball in between the rain showers- little soggy but had a blast!
Cranky old man. Do you yell at kids to get off your lawn too or does the 6 yr old run out and play w/them?
Closed the office door, turned on some tunes and knocked out a bunch of work...and then made time to blog
Because it important to let the community see the positive in ur biulding & what ur Ss R doing. . https://t.co/6wZlkUiBFz
Q1 Why is it important to Trend the Positive in the Schoolhouse?
That's really the key - it sets the climate, so Ts & Ss feel safe...when they do, amazing things happen!
A2: Enjoying Ss watch a movie after they read the book, some for 1st time
A2: Started by hugging my children, then playing games for state test review. Ss were smiling, fun was had
A1: HS kids are just beginning to discover coffee...
If we care about the students we teach, we'll happily do our best to push others to also be their best!
A2: I in the little things. Talking w Ss, serving where I can, getting excited for tomorrow!
I'm positive that my is not up to standards!
I by having several conversations with parents talking about how great our students are.
A2. My first Monday of the summer I celebrated by being th student, working on grad school work & participating in chats.
hey Chelsey glad to see you
Very true, educators need to craft the narrative & share their stories! https://t.co/uMk2yvcdjf
A1: There are too many voices who lead people to believe school isn't the positive place we know it to be. Tell your story.
i cut the grass to perfect length and then roll in the clipping
I reached out & cared for difficult parents who LOVE their childrenβ€οΈ
A2: submitted a story for district site about amazing 4th graders who gave up weekend to feed hungry/homeless!
Yep.Had to be real about it though! Wish it could always be positive. As long as it doesn't carry over.
A2) Said goodbye to my daughter as she heads to Canada for the summer. (She is also a teacher.) Mom needs to visit her soon
A2 Spent afternoon w/ yoga expert helping kids learn yoga, relax, and be strong. One of the most positive people I know!
Yes! Our morning song brings daily smiles and dance moves as we come together to start a great day! https://t.co/aFUk8moDwH
A2: I try to go all out for every dress up day we have in our A-Z countdown. Sometimes I win https://t.co/4M6NC4ND82
is now trending in USA, ranking 32
A2: I gave a TED-style speech to each of my classes that addressed EVERY S's trait to change the world. It's my tradition.
A2 We can every day by building genuine relationships with others out of a desire to impact lives
A1: Of course to build positivity and build each other up.
A1: Attitudes are contagious . We must be positive and focus on the things we can control for our Ss
A2- I made a box! Preparing 2 have some fun w/ some 7th gradersThurs! Also got 2 hang w/ adorable Kinders!
that's cool just hang and share when you find them!
A2 Celebrated it being the last Monday of 2nd grade for the kiddos!
A2: I w/ a run, met w/ other passionate educators, & now eating ice cream & watching ! :)
A2: It was an extra-long weekend here! I'm rested and excited for tomorrow!
A2 (v2) I look forward to hearing what the kids did and they love to share. It makes them feel like someone listens.
Captain American has nothing in you
A2: I celebrated Monday by noticing all the good in a student who got the best of me on Friday. Funny that today was β?
A1: Also make a of your school # to share all the positive tweets. Always FUN.
A3 Knocked out all the discipline referrals before 9am, visited classrooms, gave a S ind. instr. and had a grt day!
My day is made! My partner and is here! https://t.co/FDOTzWICEC
Dropping into to give big high fives to my partner in good !
A2 Build a continuous learning bridge all week!
A2: I celebrated Monday by watching podcasts about SketchNotes - great learning opportunity! π¨πβ€οΈ
And another GREAT blog at that! https://t.co/I0Dm1VzL4n
Closed the office door, turned on some tunes and knocked out a bunch of work...and then made time to blog
A2: by retweeting one of your legendary "Celebrate Monday" tweets of course!
As hectic & busy as today was, I made sure to smile!
A2. Also working on my Ignite talk for a summer beginning teacher institute.
I by having a thankful mindset--a fresh day and a fresh week to do what I love: teach and learn!
A2. We got to with a team teacher and students cupcake party afterschool!
A2 Let the kids be the Ts for a little and also recognized our A and A/B honor roll Ss.
Yes! Compliment other Ts and the good they r doing in clsrms! Share ideas this way too! Love pics! https://t.co/JQd4bu42kl
Because it important to let the community see the positive in ur biulding & what ur Ss R doing. . https://t.co/6wZlkUiBFz
Q1 Why is it important to Trend the Positive in the Schoolhouse?
This yr my Ss noticed the times it wasn't guarded as well & they perked me up.
I posted to the blog about sharing positivity through signing yearbooks, it wasn't Monday but it rings true
By motivating others, Supporting my colleagues , Listening to my Ss, Celebrating Ss successes https://t.co/87r5AVlSQQ
Curious... has anyone slipped into negativity and had to apologize to the students? https://t.co/nN6WHDnM7n
I agree! Students pick up in that vibe really quick and the negativity multiplies. https://t.co/zLzjuOI9fn
A1:Ss pick up on the negative vibe you carry and will start to carry it w/you.Not good for Ss or Ts https://t.co/EjM7f2Acme
Q1 Why is it important to Trend the Positive in the Schoolhouse?
me too! He's super passionate about what he does I love it
I think you may walk on water
What's the workflow? I'm 1:1 Chromebooks :)
I'd love to have Ss do TED style speeches
A2: Shamika from MI jumping in! Spent the evening honoring seniors w/ 3.5+ GPA at Honor's Assembly. We had 63! 5 all A's!
A2 I by having a thankful mindset--a fresh day and a fresh week to do what I love: teach and learn!
hello Mrs. Danielle great to see you this evening!
OMG! No spoilers ! https://t.co/Ko3kjTwuCQ
A2: I w/ a run, met w/ other passionate educators, & now eating ice cream & watching ! :)
A2 Shouldn't this Q be in present tense? Feels to me like oodles of edu folks still celebrating w/ https://t.co/zwtDOazvGG
A2. by being here with this awesome PLN hearing from new people!
Howdy! Should be making my class video for awards day on Wed, but doesn't wait for anyone!
Yell at them, Don't want them to destroy the roots.
A2: Ss doing research. ELA/Sci. Collab-Ss by showing me pics of their weird animals & seeing me freak out.
welcome, glad to have you this evening in
Q2: Spent time preparing our district Elem Media Festival. Great way to or any day! Showcasing Ss and Ts.
A2 (v3) Just go nuts and like each day is the first day of school
A2: Went to graduation for our seniors! Young adults entering the world! π
OMG, what a great idea!!!
Q2: Collaborated with educators, shared a positive message, took a new spin class and tried a new sport (Pickleball)
And so they must test you the most. To see if you mean it. https://t.co/I6TKL5KkVG
A1)Many times an educator is the only optimist in a student's life.
I will take a photo. If I remember to. So that's a strong maybe.
Great to be here! I am loving the guest moderators this month. So much fun!
A2: by being intentional.
A2: Celebrated students are have finished our novel. Wrote some positive blog posts for later this week. Took a nap.
Yep, me too! Also highlighted the Ed Challenge, & a βpay it forwardβ post! https://t.co/bya1Y4HVxu
A2: by retweeting one of your legendary "Celebrate Monday" tweets of course!
Yes, they're good for that. I let my guard down too. Intentionally, somewhat. They stepped up.
A2 my has been chats to learn, encourage & be encouraged thru
Lol! Oh, I would NEVER! ;) "semi"sarcasm...dont lie, u watch!
I bet it made a huge difference to someone!!! You just never know who's day was brighter :)
A2: I began to by thinking about Friday ππ
Yep.I want them to be able to do the same thing bc life isn't perfect.Model it, live it, they appreciate it.
I agree love the new Tweeps and great positivity
I confess.. one time....I did try to see if it was possible to kill someone with kindness.
It's 10:30, I've been working since 7:15 or so. What do you expect Lollipops and soda? :)
A2. by being reflective with S's as a class community and setting our goals for a great week ahead!
Too often to count. But if I make a point to do it, they will too. You get what you give.
A2: Celebrate current events and reinforce those events in the classroom.
A2: not gonna lie, today was a rough one. I'm celebrating by putting on my cheetah robe and watching bball
Intentionally and cookies.
awesome! Another group moves on! Reason to be proud!
A2 (v4) next week many of us with our families for the holiday
A2: I ended my day by making some . Love to call Ps to tell about good things their child is doing
hmmm, lollipops & soda might help keep me awake..
Pickleball? Sounds awesome welcome!
A2: I celebrated by being a listener! I've learned to listen (to understand) more than speak sometimes.
YES! I laugh and am inspired by it. Working on sharing me with the world
Ok, but I ate the chocolate chip ones. You can have oatmeal raisin.
A2 (v5) I also by looking for funding for new ideas for next year
Absolutely! Humanness happens & then I get to teach humility, courage & the power of changing your mindsetπ
Fran!! What up girl? Excited for so we can hang again!
A2: Celebrated a freinds birthday today.
I should go to bed. School comes at 0715 tomorrow.
A2. I today by commenting on each post on our new teacher/mentor google community to celebrate their work
Nobody likes the oatmeal raisin. Why would you even bring them?
A2 On the topic of food, I treated myself to an amazing cubano panini from .
Spider-Man: "remember that really old movie? With the snow planet?"
as a parent - I love getting good calls home! π
A2 (Part 2) Also, really great coffee.
Q3 is our last question for and it's up in one minute.
Dude. My daughter is asking Suri to calculate stuff for her. Sometimes I wonder how I survived when I was a kid
they have nothing on a Gym Shoe from the south side of chicago
I was 80 degrees and super humid
Boy have they. So much that we had a frank discussion. Not the one they were expecting though. I owned it all.
and I worked to trend the positive on after some spamming and trolls threw some negative vibes
Appreciate the perspective. To , sometimes the best play is to soft pedal enthusiasm.
I watched 6, 7, and 8 gr. Ss present their interdisciplinary projects:gliders, fuel cell cars and electricity. Rocked it!
Saw this restaurant when I was visiting my new home. Looks like good eats.
A2: signed yearbooks with my yearbook class, celebrated a job well done. Oh, and played wii U w/them.
Because they stepped on the grass ....
Q3 Share how will you keep the positivity of going throughout the week.
A2: Stayed home w/my 2yo boy bc his sitter was sick while his 4yo sister went to school. One kid is way easier.
A1 Love this question. Who wants to work in a negative atmosphere? For that matter, who even CAN? https://t.co/TlGadSH1Y4
Bwahahahaha! Exactly! https://t.co/hFxQzZdXqv
Dude. My daughter is asking Suri to calculate stuff for her. Sometimes I wonder how I survived when I was a kid
As preaches, drown out the darkness w light! https://t.co/0js08vBEvL
and I worked to trend the positive on after some spamming and trolls threw some negative vibes
Sounds like you spent your time well ππ½
Thanks for keeping positive!!! π https://t.co/rZJt58lEfw
and I worked to trend the positive on after some spamming and trolls threw some negative vibes
A2: Ss had a sub, but I taught through & Google Drive. Freaked them out!
I won't argue. Although the name sounds a little suspect... but I'm a sandwich aficionado so I'd give it a try!
awesome, welcome Rachel! So glad to have you here
A3. By modeling & being the positivity! Finding positive things to share when you can & encourage others to share as well.
A2b Postive emails out to coworkers. I was surprised how grateful they were. Going to make this a habit!
I will write another inspirational song...I shared one today with https://t.co/rnOOcQXgaM
Q3 Share how will you keep the positivity of going throughout the week.
Thanks! Hard to do, but so worthwhile.
A3: By modeling excitement,positivity, and inquiry daily!
Definitely will b there 2 spread positive vibes! party ahead!!!! https://t.co/xor5wzRXeF
and I worked to trend the positive on after some spamming and trolls threw some negative vibes
always. Certainly applies as a parent!
A2: I went to my son's school site council meeting - PD planning for next year - made sure is in there!
A3 By being mindful, patient, uplifting,and calm
A3. and everyday! Smile, dance, laugh, compliment others....repeat :)
Awww, that stinks! https://t.co/xor5wzRXeF
and I worked to trend the positive on after some spamming and trolls threw some negative vibes
Well keep up the great work! Your bandmates and I are continually inspired by your sharing!
Tell her to download ! So much easier π https://t.co/9l16DVmGvj
Dude. My daughter is asking Suri to calculate stuff for her. Sometimes I wonder how I survived when I was a kid
A3: Since state testing starts tomorrow it will be tough but more important than ever for Ss and Ts to see the positive.
Yes it's pretty good! They support teachers in our city too and give 10% off, so I in turn support them!
A3: I will keep a smile on my face and a pep in my step.
Love that you're always on deck with the tough questions! Keeps me sharp.
A3 Focus on the big stuff (students) and minimize the small stuff
A3: Start each day looking for the awesome at school (& don't stop til you find it & share it)!
A3 I'm bringing my kiddos cookies for the SBA testing tomorrow. I don't care if - that's not how we do it π
Those sound like stellar projects! Would love to hear how MS Ts worked that out together to make it happen.
A3 think of things I'm thankful for/blessed with or about; compliment & build up others every day!
A3: By catching up w/ tomorrow, starting a fav. graphic novel unit, celebrating end of geometry unit!
A3- by creating things that make people π€, sharing newπ‘'s w/ others, helping out whenever I can & always offering a βΊοΈ
A3: Taking the time to think about the words you want to say and being empathetic to how they come across to others!
Yeah, all that is missing is the disembodied voice intoning: " Ask what can do for you!"
A3: start w/ a run every morning, read books, & surround myself w/ positive peeps!
A3 Take time each day to reflect and refocus. Let the good parts of each day fuel the next! And, drink ALL the coffee!
Person was actually fired. Others were done with the meanness
Good idea! https://t.co/mlmI7CG23m
A2b Postive emails out to coworkers. I was surprised how grateful they were. Going to make this a habit!
A3: continue 2 share effectiveness and importance of tech in the classroom on Friday doing PD w
A3: I'll all week by telling Ss how proud I am of how much they've learned and grown this semester
Q3) humor... loads and loads of off-the-wall, puntastic, teenager-cringing, over-the-head humor
Nicel TY for the tip. Moving to Augusta. Excited!!
One of my favorite moments of the day! Make that week!!!!
A3: I will be aware of myself & others.End of the year approaching & lots of Ts are stressed.We have to support each other
A3 Appreciate the days left with my awesome group of 3rds! And my besties I work w/ everyday!
A3 Reflecting on what obstacles we have overcome and the things we have accomplished this year!
Q3: Celebrate each student who completes final tasks. Field Day Friday!
Tough but doable!We tested today too, so important to keep the smiles and laughs coming! Way to stay positive!
A3: Give away small pieces of excellence every day. Establish "caught doing something good" and practice it everyday
A3) It becomes a MINDSET. I also fall back to the line from the "Bridge of Spies", "Would it help?" If not, don't say it.
DEAR: drop everything and reflect!
A3 I celebrate every day with my bandmates! gets us started on the right foot...π£
Going to tell each S 1. What I β€οΈ about them, 2. 1 area to stay focused 3. Reason why I believe they will change the world
Happy wrinkles...bring it !
A3. It's amazing what a smile and a few kind words can do for people. You may be the only bright spot in their day.
A3: I read something that said u r the 10 ppl u r around the most. Always be one of the 10 for everyone you are around.
A2: rocked the grading, reading assessments, and laughed with students. A good one!
My , is doing that!!!!!!!!!
a3: Continue with big smile, knocking out that to-do list, and encouraging others
A3: We're going to make memories! Field trip Thurs/Fri, video creations Tues/Wed, NASA presenter Tues, HUGE weekπ
Nothing worse than a negative, stressed-out child headed to testing.
So many great ideas for the rest of the school year!!! π
A2 Sounds corny, but I try to celebrate every day. Embrace the value of each moment. Ss are aware... https://t.co/T7eYbvSoDl
Nice! You will find tons of good eats down there!
Awesome! https://t.co/vSuQttDVSM
Q3) humor... loads and loads of off-the-wall, puntastic, teenager-cringing, over-the-head humor
Ditto, except with ;o) https://t.co/4ykMGdv8JJ
A3 Take time each day to reflect and refocus. Let the good parts of each day fuel the next! And, drink ALL the coffee!
My goal in life. Good to see others out there fighting the good fight. https://t.co/f9eFdpllFp
Q3) humor... loads and loads of off-the-wall, puntastic, teenager-cringing, over-the-head humor
A1: w my almost 5 yo by sneaking out way after bedtime to look up to find Mars & admire the night sky!
Or we failed. I couldn't math and failed it a lot until junior yr of my undergrad.
It's so important to stop and celebrate the successes of our school community!
A3 we get to we don't have to ... We get to change lives, read awesome books & have deep discussions about Dr Seuss
A3: Showcase S work and give shoutouts. It is important to celebrate success whenever we can!
A3 Encourage all 2 use our school hashtag 2 share positive school stories on social, everyday. https://t.co/VmKxVBBkGd
Q3 Share how will you keep the positivity of going throughout the week.
A3: Get plenty of sleep. Which I'm going to do now. Visit my blog if you want. Its always positive https://t.co/K5asKTwbYW
A3: also by doing dishes... did I mention Im eating ice cream w/ a fork?!
YES! https://t.co/U7PFSxgqqI
Q3) humor... loads and loads of off-the-wall, puntastic, teenager-cringing, over-the-head humor
A3: This is crucial-some Ss starting 2 act out recently & it's cause their constant is abt 2 change. πππevery little thing!
A3 (v3) Just keep going and ignore the end of the year blues.
A3 Work each day to leave people feeling better than when I found them! Set intention to positive! https://t.co/GFhTTK2Um4
A3: Remember to leave notes with kind words for people. Who doesn't love recognition?!
It all starts from the roots. That's why I like teaching PK, etc.
A3: Starting in new school next year. Will keep the positivity going by learning, growing, & changing! Love new challenges!
so easy to forget this! RT A3 Take time each day to reflect and refocus. And, drink ALL the coffee!
Thanks for the kind words. I good because I surround myself with brilliant people(you and my bandmates)
Who were they? We'll get it em' w/our positive happy!
Thanks. I've had other discussions. It was time for something different. Maybe it will work.
and you walk this walk well! You bring the positive with this everyday!
thx! It's more for an inside scoop. My daughter tells us when stuff happens. Curious how others handle it.
A3: A brief text msg via a tool like sharing encouraging reminders can work magic, esp during this time of year
A# By staying positive & modeling Team work. Think B4 Speaking & know that there will always B People who are negative.
A2 I shared some favorite tools with teachers at a neighboring district!! So much fun talking tech & engagement!
Our reflective lenses need to be positive, too! Take the good, learn from it all, and keep pursuing greatness!
Besides when PK kids code, direct iMovies, present research everyone gasp at what they can do. MS not so much.
A3: use music in the classroom to recalibrate the mood. Beach music? Feel good pop? instrumental? Cue it up.
Great for my teachers too! https://t.co/4I57cyS83b
A3: Remember to leave notes with kind words for people. Who doesn't love recognition?!
A3: Ss presenting projects, field trip on Friday, Ss doing end of yr podcast together.
Though I do like MS too ... (I'm nuts. Really)
of course! Have to learn from our mistakes. It's good for them to see
Woah, way deep for this late at night and in the year. Kudos to you.
I wish I could be a fly on the wall for when my kids go home. Dying to know what they say about me.
Music always lightens the mood! https://t.co/wBbFeBGl6W
A3: use music in the classroom to recalibrate the mood. Beach music? Feel good pop? instrumental? Cue it up.
your mad silverware choices just got you followed! The force is strong in you
I find little chocolates work well too! Who doesn't like s little something sweet I their mailbox? https://t.co/rEcPVUIrXM
A3: Remember to leave notes with kind words for people. Who doesn't love recognition?!
Thanks! I create those using !
A3 If the day of the week ends in "day," celebrate it. Start the week strong, finish stronger. https://t.co/S4job1Izut
That's it for ! Thanks for the convo and sharing. Be sure to follow everyone in tonight's chat. Thanks for having me here!
It's how I work. I make brains hurt - according to my 3rd grade Ss.
Also gotta celebrate because I got my sissy to participate in her first twitter chat last week! Next up ->
thank you ma'am nice to meet you
I love this idea to keep the positive up!
https://t.co/chsEQZjV2I
A2b Postive emails out to coworkers. I was surprised how grateful they were. Going to make this a habit!
Haha! thx 4 the follow! I feel the force!
A3: Encourage Ts to send positive messages to parents as they prepare to have their Kids full time. https://t.co/1QiIT6Ytj2
Thank you for moderating Simply amazing all! https://t.co/xhlN29KYx6
That's it for ! Thanks for the convo and sharing. Be sure to follow everyone in tonight's chat. Thanks for having me here!
Then hot water MUST be in the bathrooms.
A3: Esp for projects, music is on - anything from opera to Motown. If it's heavy stuff, classical. https://t.co/OAG0dj8b8y
A3: use music in the classroom to recalibrate the mood. Beach music? Feel good pop? instrumental? Cue it up.
Decided I need to master(find the right one) GIF blown away by
Only partial tonight. Keep those positive thoughts and hints of summer coming!
I haven't! Something I will definitely check out tomorrow!
I put random smilie face post-its on computers. When I break into a class it's not to TP but to leave a smile.
Love this. Instead of "Be the change..." why not "Be the good you want to see in the world." New perspective.
There are many people in the school community - positive culture needs to be for & include all! https://t.co/M1z2dvLOAq
A3: Encourage Ts to send positive messages to parents as they prepare to have their Kids full time. https://t.co/1QiIT6Ytj2
It helps me as much as Ss! Negative interaction? No worries, music fixes most things.
A3: Taking time to appreciate the little moments, smiling and encouraging curiosity and wonder in those around me.
I'm listening... https://t.co/2Wmw0rSGng
I find little chocolates work well too! Who doesn't like s little something sweet I their mailbox? https://t.co/rEcPVUIrXM
A3: Remember to leave notes with kind words for people. Who doesn't love recognition?!
Thanks for the positivity! You ROCK! Time for me to sleep!
Thanks for a great chat ! Great way to and start the week off! https://t.co/2OjRIjEx5F
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Thank you for a pretty edifying chat tonight! Always a pleasure to be a small part here!
oh I do a mean Carlton Banks
I like your attitude Mike!
goes perfect with cool beans ;)
thanks for doing an awesome job, it was fun.
Great chat. Thanks for the extra motivation for the week. Look fwd to connecting with new follow/backs.
thanks, Michelle! You are a reason to !
Thanks & for a great chat....so much to think about.
I tell them good. That's my job.
Hey that's how I eat ice cream too!
Great to see Trending tonight! Grateful for the chance to share Good Vibrations with the Here.
I see a video coming soonπ
They just don't understand! It's calm and lovely. ;)
Thank you peeps for keeping me awake w great discussion! Have a gr8 wk, finish strong & awesome summer!
Great chat! Thanks for hosting ! Finish strong!
Thanks, Larry! Cue Vandelay Industries!
Wow, that went by so quickly. Great job Looking forward to follow/backs to grow Positive PLN.
Isn't this the truth? Need to do this for my daughter's PK Ts. Thanks for the idea.
You are a huge part and I am grateful to connect with you! Thanks for making my Brighter!
Thanks for leading! Fun to jump in.
Can't believe it's over ... time to plan positivity for my week! Thanks for hosting! https://t.co/twZ7Z5J0Cu
That's it for ! Thanks for the convo and sharing. Be sure to follow everyone in tonight's chat. Thanks for having me here!
Keep trending the positive all week!
awesome & inspiring! https://t.co/ItixxH1soS
Great to see Trending tonight! Grateful for the chance to share Good Vibrations with the Here.
Thanks, for a wonderful chat.
jazz is my go to during project work. w/movement & talking activity when restless.
If you do Twitter from your phone it's a lot easier to search and use gifs from there.
. will rock next week! He's a true innovator and ! Follow this game changer!
thanks for Joining us! Great discussion!
Alarm is set for next π
Thanks for the inspiration Sean!
I hear you! Thanks, Sandy! Appreciate the sincerity you bring daily!
I think we hear only a small percentage! They're more critical by ~5th grade, but I'm sure you're good. ;)
oooo the surfin bird. That is A game material
Can't wait to see what you do. Please tag me and I will RT!
show us your moves girl ππ
π will do! Thanks for the inspiration!
Sorry, Pal. I am an early morning person. Good vibes though.
... Good night friends! π€
Awesomeness form and . I am officially twittered out....until tomorrow :)
I try! We lead by example! https://t.co/MOmb3e8RGE
and you walk this walk well! You bring the positive with this everyday!
