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LeAnneYenny May 25 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Earth Systems breakout today was a great success! #EDlearns #BSD7chat #breakoutedu #lastbell #MTedchat https://t.co/PECOBhuk4Z

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #BSD7chat! Please share your name, role and where you hail from! @rachelmarker https://t.co/02H6LnbGSx

AlisonFeddes May 25 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Alison Feddes, K-5 Resource, Hawthorne #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:01 PM EDT

The first sunny day in weeks and @AlisonFeddes is here! #BSD7chat

erniem04 May 25 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Erin Farrell, 4th Grade at Emily Dickinson! #BSD7Chat

MrsMcCinMT May 25 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Luci McCausland, 4th grade, Hawthorne #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:02 PM EDT

@MrsMcCinMT Yeah, Luci! Thanks for joining us! #BSD7chat

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:02 PM EDT

@erniem04 Hi Erin! Welcome! #BSD7chat

LeAnneYenny May 25 @ 10:02 PM EDT

LeAnne, grade 5, Emily D. #BSD7chat

MrHagemeister May 25 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Joe Hagemeister curriculum/technology specialist at Willson #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Rachel here, instructional coach at LO and IR. #BSD7chat

mtkristigaines May 25 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hi #BSD7chat, Kristi G, 2nd at ML. Hailing tonight from several different stores where we are running errands. I'll try to stay focused!

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:02 PM EDT

@LeAnneYenny Yay! LeAnne is here. Welcome! #BSD7chat

hirsch_tara May 25 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Happy Wednesday Marigolds! Tara Hirsch, 3/4 combo at Hyalite. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:03 PM EDT

@MrHagemeister Hi Joe! Thanks for tuning in tonight! #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:03 PM EDT

It's time for Question 1! #BSD7chat @kellyhaydenmt @AdrianAdvinMT @MrHagemeister https://t.co/GxI2IXc80L

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:03 PM EDT

@hirsch_tara Hi Tara! Welcome. Glad you are here. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:03 PM EDT

@mtkristigaines Hi Kristi! #BSD7chat

pierre_barb May 25 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Barb Pierre, first Twitter chat ever #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:04 PM EDT

#BSD7chat Quick Tip... Open Qs in separate tab for easy reference: https://t.co/1s2DLpUL1x https://t.co/XThBrzf7tl

mtkristigaines May 25 @ 10:04 PM EDT

@rachelmarker Hi Rachel! #BSD7chat

MrsMcCinMT May 25 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A1: Try to keep to a schedule as best as possible. Add in fun new activities that give them lots of choice.#BSD7chat

ChrisMTPBS May 25 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Can you stand a non BSD7 lurker? #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Woot! Barb is here! Thanks for checking out #BSD7chat! https://t.co/E2RaBA5Jjp

pierre_barb May 25 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Barb Pierre, first Twitter chat ever #BSD7chat

AlisonFeddes May 25 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A1: Keep schedule the same as possible, low key, with a mix of unexpected fun, reflection, and celebration. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:04 PM EDT

@ChrisMTPBS Absolutely! Join in the discussion! #BSD7chat

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A1: Exciting content. Math games! Social, collaborative activities. Hands-on. New technology. #BSD7chat

erniem04 May 25 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A1 passion projects, our Green Eggs and Pi task which is engaging and fun, and now math modeling! #BSD7Chat #

mtkristigaines May 25 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@pierre_barb Way to go Barb!! #bsd7chat

kristijacobs16 May 25 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Checking in.. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@MrsMcCinMT Sounds like a nice balance of routine and choice! #BSD7chat

LeAnneYenny May 25 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A1: It's a perfect time of year to learn about the importance of finishing strong. Until the #lastbell...#BSD7chat

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@kristijacobs16 Hi Kristi! Welcome! #BSD7chat

LisaWerner65 May 25 @ 10:05 PM EDT

continue challenging them with topics that are meaningful to them as an individual learner #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:05 PM EDT

An upcoming question will ask you to share about how ur Ss reflect :) #BSD7chat https://t.co/e9Petk9RdY

AlisonFeddes May 25 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A1: Keep schedule the same as possible, low key, with a mix of unexpected fun, reflection, and celebration. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@LeAnneYenny So true, LeAnne. Lots of ways to still engage our Ss in these final weeks! #BSD7chat

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@LeAnneYenny Yes! Finishing strong in 5th grade can be challenging. 5th grade fever has hit my class! #BSD7chat

hirsch_tara May 25 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1: MT history play, kickball tournament, Native American traditional stories, making rock candy,... #BSD7chat

LeAnneYenny May 25 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1: And...trying out things for next year. Giving kids the chance to give me tons of feedback on what to keep, change, add. #BSD7chat

kristijacobs16 May 25 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Keep the focus on learning, if you look up... they look up... #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:07 PM EDT

@LisaWerner65 Yes. Love that you highlight what's important to *them*. Tap into their interests. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:07 PM EDT

All so fun! Who doesn't like a game of kickball! Esp when their T plays :) #BSD7chat https://t.co/YA53XN4kD8

hirsch_tara May 25 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1: MT history play, kickball tournament, Native American traditional stories, making rock candy,... #BSD7chat

AdrianAdvinMT - Moderator May 25 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@rachelmarker @kellyhaydenmt @MrHagemeister Have fun tonight! I'll catch up after I come back from AK! #BSD7chat

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@kristijacobs16 I agree Kristi! I have found that introducing new content & keeping the learning as structured as possible helps. #BSD7chat

mtkristigaines May 25 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: Lots of authentic tech integration is keeping my Ss reading and writing for research. And, butterflies hatched today. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:08 PM EDT

All good stuff. More questions coming soon on this! Can't wait to hear more details! #BSD7chat https://t.co/5l0Tkg2KaV

LeAnneYenny May 25 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1: And...trying out things for next year. Giving kids the chance to give me tons of feedback on what to keep, change, add. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@mtkristigaines Butterflies! What devices do your 2s use? #BSD7chat

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@AdrianAdvinMT @rachelmarker @MrHagemeister Adrian, Rachel showed me videos of your lip sync songs. It was seriously impressive!!! #BSD7chat

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Here's Question 2! #BSD7chat @rachelmarker https://t.co/e2nuT72Xvl

MrsMcCinMT May 25 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A2: The kids! They still show up ready to go! #BSD7chat

AlisonFeddes May 25 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A2: Focusing on progress gained from start to end of year. My marigolds, twitter chats, & comedy movies. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2: My Twitter #PLN keeps me going! Inspiring articles and ideas abound! #BSD7chat

AlisonFeddes May 25 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@MrsMcCinMT Absolutely! #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:11 PM EDT

BOOM! Yes. This. It's all about the kids. #BSD7chat https://t.co/sJnVFWA0SE

MrsMcCinMT May 25 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A2: The kids! They still show up ready to go! #BSD7chat

kristijacobs16 May 25 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Those little things that your Ss do...always keep you guessing... enjoy the moment #BSD7chat

LeAnneYenny May 25 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2: YOU do. My colleagues, my students, and my PLN all motivate me, even when I'm spent! #BSD7chat

KarlyMoura May 25 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Your twitter #pln LOVES you and feels so lucky to have you! #BSD7chat https://t.co/sj418wbdSW

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2: My Twitter #PLN keeps me going! Inspiring articles and ideas abound! #BSD7chat

hirsch_tara May 25 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A2: Looking at and celebrating the growth- especially after two years with the same bunch! #BSD7chat

MrHagemeister May 25 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A2 Knowing that you have a short time left with "your kids" makes you want to make the most of the time you have. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@LeAnneYenny We have so much to offer each other. #BSD7chat is providing us a platform for connecting! #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@LeAnneYenny We have so much to offer each other. #BSD7chat is providing us a platform for connecting! #BSD7chat

mtkristigaines May 25 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@rachelmarker Thanks to @MrHagemeister, we're using computers to create Google slides; kids addicted! Also book creator on iPads. #BSD7chat

StantonShelly May 25 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Hopping in late, Shelly from Bilings #BSD7chat

MrsMcCinMT May 25 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@hirsch_tara Pretty amazing to track progress over two years! #BSD7chat

LeAnneYenny May 25 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A2: And being outside more this time of year is super motivating! #kiteday #BSD7chat https://t.co/hTRDrTMZyf

erniem04 May 25 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2 At this time of year my classroom (usually) runs itself, so I can sit back and watch S and feel proud of how far they've come. #BSD7Chat

StantonShelly May 25 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2: Honestly, motivation is looking forward to next school year. #BSD7chat

MrsMcCinMT May 25 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@erniem04 That is SUCH a great feeling! #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Yeah! @KarlyMoura is here to say hello! She's an awesome T to add to your PLN. Follow her! #BSD7chat https://t.co/ChHLyCUZlv

KarlyMoura May 25 @ 10:12 PM EDT
Your twitter #pln LOVES you and feels so lucky to have you! #BSD7chat https://t.co/sj418wbdSW
- rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:11 PM EDT
  
  A2: My Twitter #PLN keeps me going! Inspiring articles and ideas abound! #BSD7chat

erniem04 May 25 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2 continued... not that I do a lot of sitting, just really seeing their growth as they carry on their known routines #BSD7Chat

mtkristigaines May 25 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A2: All of you fabulous educators who are still connected! #BSD7chat

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A2: I agree with Luci, the students. Especially the ones that are still pumped to learn. Also my colleagues. They rock! #BSD7chat

kristijacobs16 May 25 @ 10:14 PM EDT

My current practicum Ss are motivating me bc they are so excited to learn and be Ts #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@StantonShelly Hi Shelly! Thanks for checking out #BSD7chat!

LisaWerner65 May 25 @ 10:14 PM EDT

reflecting & writing down ways to make next year better for me & my students #BSD7chat

MrsMcCinMT May 25 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@kristijacobs16 So fun watching a former S thrive as a future educator! #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@LeAnneYenny The classroom totally expands in this nice weather! Way to get 'em out! #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@kristijacobs16 What a gift to be able to share in that enthusiasm. I'm sure YOU inspire them!! #BSD7chat

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@LeAnneYenny Yes! Getting outside is awesome. Kite day looks like a blast. #BSD7chat

erniem04 May 25 @ 10:16 PM EDT

@MrHagemeister so true. I get teary eyed sometimes knowing they'll be on their way! #bsd7chat

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:16 PM EDT

@StantonShelly Woot! Woot! Hi Shelly! #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:16 PM EDT

@LisaWerner65 Do you have a "place" where you record ideas? Notebook? Google Doc? Any tips you can share? #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Question 3 is here! #BSD7chat @kellyhaydenmt @AdrianAdvinMT @MrHagemeister https://t.co/egi87dg0Iz

hirsch_tara May 25 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2b: Taking risks! Should we get rid of our desks in May? Sure! Great idea! #BSD7chat

MrsMcCinMT May 25 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A3: C goal setting at the beginning of the trimester. Weekly reflection using Google Forms. Writing own report card comments. #BSD7chat

AlisonFeddes May 25 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A3: Adding to our year-long digital portfolios to reflect on goals and growth #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A3 Write letters to next year's Ss, make slides of fave parts of year, choose songs that represent their year. #BSD7chat

StantonShelly May 25 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A3: in Class they shared their #geniushour work and always wrote a letter to the future Mrs. S S's #BSD7chat

KarlyMoura May 25 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Heeelllllooooo #BSD7chat!!! 👍 Love how Twitter connects us and allows us to learn with one another. https://t.co/Gb5BvYbwtC

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Yeah! @KarlyMoura is here to say hello! She's an awesome T to add to your PLN. Follow her! #BSD7chat https://t.co/ChHLyCUZlv
- KarlyMoura May 25 @ 10:12 PM EDT
  
  Your twitter #pln LOVES you and feels so lucky to have you! #BSD7chat https://t.co/sj418wbdSW
  
  rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:11 PM EDT
  
  A2: My Twitter #PLN keeps me going! Inspiring articles and ideas abound! #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@MrsMcCinMT All awesome! Would LOVE to see your Weekly Reflection google form! Can you share a link? #BSD7chat

MrsMcCinMT May 25 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@rachelmarker I am going to have my kids write letters the last week. They should know me well after 2 years! #BSD7chat

erniem04 May 25 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@rachelmarker I love the song idea! #bsd7chat

LisaWerner65 May 25 @ 10:19 PM EDT

I have them write a letter to their "next year" self. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@MrsMcCinMT This will be an extra-special end of year for you, Luci! #BSD7chat

mtkristigaines May 25 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A3: Reflect on goals they've met; set those they'd still like to meet. Write letters to incoming 2nds. #BSD7chat

LeAnneYenny May 25 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A3: letters to self when graduating HS, reflect on year, collab poem #BSD7chat

hirsch_tara May 25 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A3: Year-long portfolios. Today we reflected on our work from the beginning to now. Ss were SO pumped by their growth! #BSD7Chat

pierre_barb May 25 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Q3 Love having Ss go through their writing portfolios and look at past work. Such visible growth! #BSD7chat

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A3: I have Ss write a letter to themselves that I mail in August. They use letter to reflect on their learning & growth in Gr.5. #BSD7chat

MrsMcCinMT May 25 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@rachelmarker Very bittersweet! #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@StantonShelly Do you give them choices re: how they share their #geniushour projects? #BSD7chat

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@pierre_barb I love doing that too! It is so fun for them to look at their writing from K! #BSD7chat

MrHagemeister May 25 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A3 Ss write letters to the students who will be at their desks next year. Always some heartfelt reflections and often funny #BSD7chat

kristijacobs16 May 25 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@MrsMcCinMT @rachelmarker Agreed! I'm fascinated to see their perceptions. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@LisaWerner65 Oooh, I like this twist! #BSD7chat https://t.co/5U9cyutNNB

LisaWerner65 May 25 @ 10:19 PM EDT

I have them write a letter to their "next year" self. #BSD7chat

mtkristigaines May 25 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Love your digital portfolios @AlisonFeddes!! Hope this will spread!! Powerful tool for Ss and Ts! #BSD7chat

erniem04 May 25 @ 10:22 PM EDT

@MrHagemeister I have done letters, but I like the idea of putting them in desks to find when next year's S arrive #bsd7chat

MrsMcCinMT May 25 @ 10:22 PM EDT

@rachelmarker Here's the form. https://t.co/vZom1qPd4P #BSD7chat

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A3: I also plan on having them look through their Seesaw thread to celebrate all of their learning. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:22 PM EDT

@mtkristigaines Do your Ss set goals throughout year? Must be powerful for them to have chance to see all their growth. #BSD7chat

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Question 4! #BSD7chat @rachelmarker https://t.co/3NVxkZTUnd

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Check out Luci's Weekly Reflection Google Form! NICE! #BSD7chat https://t.co/MaHObK25GK

MrsMcCinMT May 25 @ 10:22 PM EDT

@rachelmarker Here's the form. https://t.co/vZom1qPd4P #BSD7chat

KarlyMoura May 25 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Love this q! @littlemacf650 & I are working on a year end reflection #HyperDoc w/ open letters & quotes 👍 #BSD7chat https://t.co/LWfyzWqm3c

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Question 3 is here! #BSD7chat @kellyhaydenmt @AdrianAdvinMT @MrHagemeister https://t.co/egi87dg0Iz

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:24 PM EDT

@LeAnneYenny Love the collab poem idea. #BSD7chat

kristijacobs16 May 25 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Ss open their time capsule they made the first week of school This year I'm focusing on the reflective piece of what they learn #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:24 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura @littlemacf650 Sounds great! To be added to the #hyperdoc @padlet? #BSD7chat

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@kristijacobs16 I love the idea of a time capsule the first week of school. I'm going to have to take a look at one. #BSD7chat

AlisonFeddes May 25 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A4: Look for the positives and give specific feedback. Celebrate and have fun! #BSD7Chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Another FAB idea! Time capsule Ss create @ beginning of year. Open now. How cool! #BSD7chat https://t.co/rULMofSyTJ

kristijacobs16 May 25 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Ss open their time capsule they made the first week of school This year I'm focusing on the reflective piece of what they learn #BSD7chat

erniem04 May 25 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A4 I do personalized superlative awards for each kid and they clap for each other and laugh/reflect as to why each S was chosen . #BSD7Chat

mtkristigaines May 25 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Yes, @rachelmarker. We track academic goals. And, this group of Ss also set behaviors goals every morning during morning meeting. #BSD7chat

pierre_barb May 25 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A4 Create a Dictionary of Humans and make copies for Ss. Their definitions of themselves are hilarious are word choice is key! #BSD7chat

MrsMcCinMT May 25 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@kristijacobs16 Would love to know what you have them include? #BSD7chat

LeAnneYenny May 25 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A4: iMovie slideshow of lots of pics I've taken this year set to our "class songs" #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:26 PM EDT

RT of Q4 in case you missed... #BSD7chat https://t.co/PiESoRkKs5

kellyhaydenmt - Moderator May 25 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Question 4! #BSD7chat @rachelmarker https://t.co/3NVxkZTUnd

erniem04 May 25 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@pierre_barb neat idea! #bsd7chat

kristijacobs16 May 25 @ 10:27 PM EDT

@MrsMcCinMT string with height, likes, dislikes, a letter to themselves about what they think they year will bring, etc. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A4 Class slideshow with tunes they dig. Always a tear-jerker. #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Question 5: Please take the poll below. Next week's topic is chosen by YOU! #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:28 PM EDT

@pierre_barb Awesome! Would love to see this!! #BSD7chat

LeAnneYenny May 25 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A4: And I make a kahoot about our class. One question per kid. Always funny!! #BSD7chat

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:29 PM EDT

QUESTION 5 doesn't have a graphic. Take the poll! See below... #BSD7chat https://t.co/gZMCf4WCBU

rachelmarker - Moderator May 25 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Question 5: Please take the poll below. Next week's topic is chosen by YOU! #BSD7chat