#seesawchat Archive
#Seesawchat was founded by Seesaw, which is a student-driven digital portfolio that allows teachers and students to share schoolwork with parents.
Thursday August 10, 2017
7:00 PM EDT
participatechat
Aug 10 @ 7:00 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
#seesawchat
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/WP61Rls7UT
missmac100
Aug 10 @ 7:00 PM EDT
Me! It was nice to meet you at ISTE17! :)
#seesawchat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ, @Seesaw
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:00 PM EDT
Let's kick off
#seesawchat
with some introductions! Tell us your
@Seesaw
story!
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:01 PM EDT
Hey
#SeesawChat
! I'm Heather Marrs 3rd grade teacher and edtech teacher leader in Southern Oregon
4sissielola
Aug 10 @ 7:01 PM EDT
#SeesawChat
I am excited and ready to rok-n-roll in learning mo about this App & all who use it & share ideas...
@EBCUE
@InstructionFUSD
AmandaBuethe
Aug 10 @ 7:02 PM EDT
Hey
#seesawchat
!Amanda f/ Kansas. Active user last year in third and looking forward to integrating into HS ELA this year!
missmac100
Aug 10 @ 7:02 PM EDT
Hi, I'm Carol from Birmingham, AL. I started using Seesaw last February and I'm excited to use it all year this year!
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
This gal ⬇️ is going to rock
@Seesaw
with big kids! Can't wait to hear more about how it goes!
#seesawchat
AmandaBuethe
Aug 10 @ 7:02 PM EDT
Hey
#seesawchat
!Amanda f/ Kansas. Active user last year in third and looking forward to integrating into HS ELA this year!
B_Steele24
Aug 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
A1: My name is Bre Steele, I teach 3rd grade in Minnesota. I absolutely LOVE seesaw! I just recently became a Seesaw Ambassador!
#SeesawChat
mindyesch
Aug 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
A1 Hi I'm Mindy! It's my first year teaching Deaf PPCD but I've used
@Seesaw
the last 3 yrs in my kinder room!
#seesawchat
108maestrareed
Aug 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Enid Reed, Spanish teacher- high school
#seesawchat
mrshebert313
Aug 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Hi
#seesawchat
! I'm Jodi Hebert, fourth grade teacher in Wilmington, NC. I'm a a Seesaw ambassador and use it every day.
MrsTillitson
Aug 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Linda, 3rd grade T in Ness City,KS. This will be my 2nd yr using seesaw. Planning to go paperless with it.
#SeesawChat
MmeChantalWP
Aug 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
#seesawchat
I'm Chantal. Kindergarten teacher and I have been using Seesaw for two years now. Looking forward to using it again.
MrsEschler
Aug 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
A1: Aly from CO. I have been a
@Seesaw
ambassador for 2 yrs. Love everything about it!
#seesawchat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
A1:Started using
@seesaw
abt a month after they released & became an ambassador not long after! Love being part of the journey!
#seesawchat
gallianstone
Aug 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
SR, severe sped T from MA. Excited to be a
@Seesaw
Ambassador this year. Love the power to connect and support skill carryover!
#SeesawChat
missmac100
Aug 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
I forgot to say that I teach 2nd grade. :)
#seesawchat
Wigginsrules
Aug 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Started Seesaw last year with my Physics students at the suggestion of a 4th grade teacher friend. It changed my world!
#SeesawChat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:00 PM EDT
Let's kick off
#seesawchat
with some introductions! Tell us your
@Seesaw
story!
WilsonJustine
Aug 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Totally new to SeeSaw. Signing up our school now! Great welcome package. Need to start watching some videos.
#seesawchat
DianeTrout81
Aug 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Diane from Athens, AL
@SPARK_STEM
teaching K for the 3rd yr and using
@Seesaw
for the 3rd year!
#seesawchat
MsConesTweets
Aug 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Hey
#seesawchat
! My name is Kelsey Cones & I'm a kinder teacher in Cary, NC! 2nd year as a Seesaw ambassador & I love it!
RachelMattison
Aug 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
#seesawchat
I'm Rachel Mattison. I teach 4th grade in Ohio. Just started using Seesaw in January and love that we CREATE with tech now!
gallianstone
Aug 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
You're gonna love it!
#SeesawChat
In reply to @WilsonJustine
tracey_bleakley
Aug 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Hi, Tracey first grade teacher from Texas. This will be my 3rd year using
@seesaw
and my 1st year as a Seesaw Ambassador.
#seesawchat
T_Ballard_Teach
Aug 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Q1: I'm teaching ESE Social Studies grades 6,7,8! I was teaching 5th gifted. Love Seesaw for centers and classroom letters!
#seesawchat
missgreene15
Aug 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
A1: Hey! Chelsey, a 7-12 FACS teacher in Aurora, NE. I use
@Seesaw
with my MS Ss.
@mrbadura
is the one who got me started!
#SeesawChat
108maestrareed
Aug 10 @ 7:05 PM EDT
I used seesaw last year for short speaking assessments and tasks. It was phenomenal- ❤️ by students and parents.
#seesawchat
tmkteacher2
Aug 10 @ 7:05 PM EDT
New ambassador!!! Excited to use Seesaw with my Kind. students
#SeesawChat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ, @Seesaw
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:05 PM EDT
Woohoo!
#seesawchat
is off to a great start! Alongside sharing your Seesaw story, don't forget to post a
#whyiseesaw
video to win an iPad!
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
Still time to join
#seesawchat
! I'm Julie, on the Community team at
@Seesaw
after 18 yrs in HS ELA! Welcome, everybody!
nat1002
Aug 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
Hi! Natalie 1st grade in Chicago Suburbs. Last year was my 1st with
@Seesaw
. Love it! :)
#seesawchat
lesahaney
Aug 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
Lesa Haney, 3rd grade Seesaw newbie
#seesawchat
NatashaRRivera
Aug 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
Natasha from NJ, new to
#SeesawChat
, but not to tech. Moving from K-5 to middle school this year. Looking to see how to use it.
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ, @Seesaw
MaryAnneBShaw
Aug 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
#seesawchat
I'm Mary Anne Shaw from NC. I've used
@Seesaw
in my 1st grade classroom for 2 1/2 yrs. It has been a game changer!
MsSanchez3rd
Aug 10 @ 7:07 PM EDT
#seesawchat
My name is Gladys Sanchez. I teach 3rd grade & have been using Seesaw since March🤗
missmac100
Aug 10 @ 7:07 PM EDT
You are going to LOVE Seesaw, Lesa! :)
#seesawchat
In reply to @lesahaney
teachmomrepeat
Aug 10 @ 7:07 PM EDT
A1: Learnes about
@Seesaw
@EdcampAshland
going to use it for the first time this school year.
#SeesawChat
WilsonJustine
Aug 10 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Q: what does an ambassador do?
#seesawchat
NatashaRRivera
Aug 10 @ 7:08 PM EDT
I follow
@mrbadura
and have learned so much from him. Must get in the
#SeesawChat
bandwagon.
In reply to @missgreene15, @Seesaw, @mrbadura, @mrbadura
MrsSkyDavis
Aug 10 @ 7:08 PM EDT
A1: Sky Davis from Phillipsburg Elementary. Started
@Seesaw
to communicate with Ps about their child's school happenings
#SeesawChat
kellys3ps
Aug 10 @ 7:08 PM EDT
I am Kelly a 4th grade teacher from NV. We started using SeeSaw last fall.
#seesawchat
pls217
Aug 10 @ 7:08 PM EDT
Hi
#Seesawchat
Pauline from Maine. Changing districts this year -tech T for 4-8. This is my 2nd year as Ambassador and 3rd as a Seesaw user.
kamadorteach
Aug 10 @ 7:09 PM EDT
#seesawchat
Have used
@Seesaw
for 2 yrs in 3rd gr. Excited to use in 2nd gr this yr.
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:09 PM EDT
Q2 coming in one minute!
#seesawchat
RhesiaMitchell
Aug 10 @ 7:09 PM EDT
A1. Hi. Rhesia, 3rd grade teacher from Wake County! This is my 2nd year as a
@Seesaw
Ambassador.
#seesawchat
mrbadura
Aug 10 @ 7:09 PM EDT
Hey
#SeesawChat
Craig here. Teacher in Nebraska.
MsConesTweets
Aug 10 @ 7:09 PM EDT
spreads Seesaw love with others Ts, hosts PD sessions at schools, etc.
#Seesawchat
In reply to @WilsonJustine
lesahaney
Aug 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Good to know. I need to start digging in there.
#seesawchat
In reply to @MrsTillitson
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Q2 is up! Tell us how you'll introduce
@Seesaw
to Ss!
#seesawchat
yenneam
Aug 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1: Ann from Colorado Springs teaching 5th. Dabbled in Seesaw land, but with
@MrsEschler
as teammate, jumping in this year!
#seesawchat
jenlynnelson
Aug 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1: Jen a here joining in from vacation! This is my 2nd year being a Seesaw Ambassador and district going Seesaw for Schools!
#seesawchat
teachmomrepeat
Aug 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
I'm Carly Black from Ashland, Oh and I teach 8th g ELA.
#SeesawChat
MrsFeist
Aug 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Carrie from Kansas and I use Seesaw with the big kids to open my classroom!
#seesawchat
sherriecamille
Aug 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
My name is Sherrie Davis. I teach K-5 P.E. and this is my 3rd year using Seesaw
#Seesawchat
gallianstone
Aug 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Ambassadors support teachers who are newer to Seesaw to learn about it and use it in their classrooms.
#SeesawChat
WilsonJustine
Aug 10 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Q: what does an ambassador do?
#seesawchat
danie11e1
Aug 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1: Danielle 4th grade teacher from MA
#seesawchat
108maestrareed
Aug 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
#SeesawChat
https://t.co/KKE0YQaazM
MrsEschler
Aug 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
Join the Facebook group as well for 3rd grade teachers!
#Seesawchat
In reply to @lesahaney, @MrsTillitson
MsConesTweets
Aug 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A2: We start with the photo feature in
#kinder
- we take a
#selfie
and add it to our portfolio!
#Seesawchat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A2: I usually start w/ having them take a selfie & add their name w/3 things about them. Great way to get to know each other!
#SeesawChat
kellys3ps
Aug 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A1 I intro SeeSaw on the first day with a getting to know you activity.
#seesawchat
ginlindzey
Aug 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
Huh. Did you guys just start? I'll join in. Ginny Lindzey, HS Latin, Dripping Springs, TX
#seesawchat
jenlynnelson
Aug 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A2: I am planning on intro when I had out iPads to the students. They take a selfie for iPad why not post to Seesaw!
#seesawchat
danie11e1
Aug 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
a2: ss take a picture of themselves and a piece of poetry for parents to see at open house
#SeesawChat
Wigginsrules
Aug 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A2 Have Ss post a picture or even better now a collage of images w 6 word discription. Also record how to say their name
#SeesawChat
pls217
Aug 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A2 I will use a form of Seesaw Go and task cards to launch
#Seesawchat
.
ReadforCupcakes
Aug 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
Caren, Librarian, rural NC
#seesawchat
108maestrareed
Aug 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
Is there a FB group for world language teachers?
#seesawchat
AmandaBuethe
Aug 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
I think we are going to do the emoji about you activity for something easy the first time we use it.
#Seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Q2 is up! Tell us how you'll introduce
@Seesaw
to Ss!
#seesawchat
B_Steele24
Aug 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A2: Two things: Have students share favorite summer memory and complete a ccavenger hunt around school!
#seesawchat
mindyesch
Aug 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A2 we draw a pic of ourselves in
#doodlebuddy
& save to
@Seesaw
- could even make profile pic next to name
#seesawchat
chidr
Aug 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1: I'm a new ambassador and LOVE seeing my students interact and create with Seesaw!
#SeesawChat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:00 PM EDT
Let's kick off
#seesawchat
with some introductions! Tell us your
@Seesaw
story!
ReadforCupcakes
Aug 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1: We used seesaw last year for Ss to tell about objects in our culture boxes. It was so easy and fun!
#seesawchat
MrsLine_K
Aug 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
#seesawchat
I'm Kristen and I teach kindergarten in South Lyon, MI!
danie11e1
Aug 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
Can you tell more more?
#SeesawChat
In reply to @AmandaBuethe
MrsSkyDavis
Aug 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A2: My Ss used
@Seesaw
last year in K, this year I will have mostly 1st so they will be familiar. Ready to up our game!
#SeesawChat
RachelMattison
Aug 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
Frontload vocab: peer, portfolio, feedback, reflect, citizenship; show the student ppt; start tasks!
#seesawchat
MmeChantalWP
Aug 10 @ 7:13 PM EDT
#seesawchat
Q2 Group activity where we will write a note to Ps. Include a pic of the class. Then, I teach qr code and steps.
MrsEschler
Aug 10 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A2: planning on using some of the resources on the website. Ss will be adding a personal goal as well!
#seesawchat
ginlindzey
Aug 10 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A2.Last year we just dived in 2nd semester. Easiest use was for reflecting at end of class on warm-up at beginning of class.
#seesawchat
DianeTrout81
Aug 10 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A2 I plan on intro the photo option first. One item a week until we donit all. K learns fast on Seesaw!
#seesawchat
tmkteacher2
Aug 10 @ 7:13 PM EDT
#SeesawChat
kind. Ss will take selfie and photo of name writing sample.
T_Ballard_Teach
Aug 10 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A2: I plan giving a mini lesson on Seesaw about respect.
#seesawchat
mrsamcintosh
Aug 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
Morning here. Anne from Albany West Australia. Veteran
@Seesaw
user years P-4. LOVE new update!
#seesawchat
kamadorteach
Aug 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
Q2. I used Seesaw Go last yr & I think I remember seeing intro mentioned in the 2nd Gr Facebook group
#seesawchat
RhesiaMitchell
Aug 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A2. Small group. Explore different features. Let Ss try each feature.
#seesawchat
tracey_bleakley
Aug 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
Love this idea!
#seesawchat
In reply to @hmarrs24
mrshebert313
Aug 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A2: My Ss used it last year. Our first project used
@PicCollage
to create an image of a word they want to focus on this year.
#seesawchat
missmac100
Aug 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A2: I'm using the introductory lessons/games on the Seesaw site. They are so good!
#seesawchat
ReadforCupcakes
Aug 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A2: Our theme is Around the World in 180 days, I may have the kids express where they would like to visit.
#seesawchat
RachelMattison
Aug 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
Also going to talk about growth mindset, take photos and measurements of kids to set goals and compare with end of year.
#seesawchat
gallianstone
Aug 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A2. I usually start by taking pictures of "High-5" moments then asking them what they want to share and modeling how to post.
#SeesawChat
MsSanchez3rd
Aug 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
#seesawchat
Q2: I'll Introduce Seesaw to my Ps & Ss at Meet the Teacher & on the 1st day of school w/ posting a selfie
MaryAnneBShaw
Aug 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A2: Ss take a pic and record their goal for the year
#Seesawchat
CARanchgirl
Aug 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A1 Sonja first grade teacher in Fairfield, Ca
#seesawchat
MrsEschler
Aug 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
I want to do this but a name acrostic with
@PicCollage
#SeesawChat
In reply to @mrshebert313, @PicCollage, @PicCollage
108maestrareed
Aug 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A2: video recording of the student telling me: name, place of origin, and something they love- all in Spanish- 😎🇵🇷
#seesawchat
MrsLine_K
Aug 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
#seesawchat
A2: I plan to have my
#kinders
use the drawing feature to make a self portrait!
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A2: I like to use an introduction presentation like this one! Find one for your grade level!
https://t.co/yQ91sySTUD
#seesawchat
missgreene15
Aug 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
#SeesawChat
missgreene15
Aug 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A2: I will have my Ss complete an assignment where they have to use the different functions of Seesaw. Check it out:
https://t.co/l9KFXjkgcc
ginlindzey
Aug 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
Ooh! What is emoji about you? I was thinking of getting them to create Bitmojis.
#SeesawChat
In reply to @AmandaBuethe
MrsNavGrade2
Aug 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
2nd gr teacher New to Seesaw this year, colleagues recommend, here to learn
#seesawchat
mrsamcintosh
Aug 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A2 Only Ps are new now to
@Seesaw
. They love the draw and talk. Or selfie and decorate.
#seesawchat
mlambitz
Aug 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A1: I won't be able to be here much sadly- I'll catch up later tonight. I've used
@Seesaw
in 1st grade for 2 yrs.
#lifechanging
#Seesawchat
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Join
#seesawchat
to exchange Seesaw ideas and collaborate with Ts around the world! Happening now, jump in!
gogauthia
Aug 10 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Stephanie from GA here. Former media specialist & now digital writing lab tchr. 2nd yr using
@Seesaw
& 2nd yr as an Ambassador.
#seesawchat
Miss_MelissaBee
Aug 10 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A1 Hi
#SeesawChat
I'm Melissa, I teach Kindergarten in Kuwait, this is my 2nd year w/ Seesaw, I tried other apps, but Seesaw is my fav!
TraciPiltz
Aug 10 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A2: As a tech integration specialist I get to help tons of Ts & Ss use
@Seesaw
for 1st time. I'm making a
#SeesawGo
intro game.
#seesawchat
mindyesch
Aug 10 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2 I also made a welcome 2 school video that's on the page so when parents sign up @ Meet Teacher they have a surprise waiting
#seesawchat
nat1002
Aug 10 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2: I have my Ss bring their fav book to school the first week Take a photo of the book and audio to tell about it.
#seesawchat
TraciPiltz
Aug 10 @ 7:17 PM EDT
Love this idea for introducing Ps to the awesomeness of
@Seesaw
!
#seesawchat
mindyesch
Aug 10 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2 I also made a welcome 2 school video that's on the page so when parents sign up @ Meet Teacher they have a surprise waiting
#seesawchat
mlambitz
Aug 10 @ 7:17 PM EDT
I'm in a new role but last yr I introduced it in my welcome letter. When parents signed up students saw sneak peeks of the room!
#Seesawchat
mrbadura
Aug 10 @ 7:18 PM EDT
A2: Out
#aurorahuskies
Ts have so many creative ways to introduce
@seesaw
. Looking forward to it next week!
#SeesawChat
chidr
Aug 10 @ 7:18 PM EDT
A2: Integrating it with first day activities."Wouldn't it be awesome if your parents could see what you're doing at school?"
#SeesawChat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Q2 is up! Tell us how you'll introduce
@Seesaw
to Ss!
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:18 PM EDT
Two minutes until Q3!
#seesawchat
sherriecamille
Aug 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
My K-2 kiddos will start with Seesaw Go (adapted) to learn which of our 4 main doors go where. They run to each set of doors
#Seesawchat
teachmomrepeat
Aug 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
Are there directions/tutorial for this welcome video?
#SeesawChat
In reply to @mindyesch
TraciPiltz
Aug 10 @ 7:20 PM EDT
Yes! You don't have to come up with "new stuff" to do on
@Seesaw
. It integrates perfectly w what you're already doing!
#seesawchat
chidr
Aug 10 @ 7:18 PM EDT
A2: Integrating it with first day activities."Wouldn't it be awesome if your parents could see what you're doing at school?"
#SeesawChat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Q2 is up! Tell us how you'll introduce
@Seesaw
to Ss!
#seesawchat
RhesiaMitchell
Aug 10 @ 7:20 PM EDT
I like this introductory way to introduce
@Seesaw
.
#seesawchat
In reply to @mlambitz, @Seesaw
gallianstone
Aug 10 @ 7:20 PM EDT
Many of my S don't master posting independently, so giving them that agency from the start and modeling the skill is crucial
#SeesawChat
In reply to @Seesaw
Miss_MelissaBee
Aug 10 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2 I always have my students share their hopes and dreams for KG2 and I take a pic on day 1, this year we'll post it on
@Seesaw
#SeesawChat
ginlindzey
Aug 10 @ 7:20 PM EDT
I know most users are elementary. Curious about number of secondary teachers here. Anyone besides me?
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:20 PM EDT
Q3 is about your Ss' first posts. Can't wait to hear more of your ideas!
#seesawchat
CARanchgirl
Aug 10 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2 our school has a pirate theme going so will take picture of students using green screen pirate ship background
#seesawchat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:20 PM EDT
I have a slide deck that I want to show parents so I screencast my video w/my voice then post it to
@seesaw
for Ps and Ss to see
#seesawchat
In reply to @teachmomrepeat, @mindyesch, @Seesaw
MsConesTweets
Aug 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
A3: We will post a selfie (using the photo tool) and a self portrait (using the drawing tool).
#kinderscan
#seesawchat
mlambitz
Aug 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
Q2: Really got them excited! Plus it allowed me intro our
#flexibleseating
& a "Meet the Teacher" video. Ss & Ps were excited!
#SeesawChat
mlambitz
Aug 10 @ 7:17 PM EDT
I'm in a new role but last yr I introduced it in my welcome letter. When parents signed up students saw sneak peeks of the room!
#Seesawchat
DianeTrout81
Aug 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
A3 a shape hunt around school and sharing what they do in the SPARK lab!
#seesawchat
MrsFeist
Aug 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
I'm secondary!
#SeesawChat
In reply to @ginlindzey
T_Ballard_Teach
Aug 10 @ 7:22 PM EDT
A3: Rules acknowledgement; selfie, signature, and voice record that they understand rules and agree to follow them.
#seesawchat
mrshebert313
Aug 10 @ 7:22 PM EDT
A3: First was their
#onelittleword
project and second was a reading response.
#seesawchat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:22 PM EDT
Q3: selfie w/name&3 things, Video interview (in pairs) abt reading, what they read, how often, what time of day, fav books, etc
#seesawchat
TraciPiltz
Aug 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A3: Ss will post all about me selfie or drawing using annotation tools. They'll also take pics of cute beg of year art projects.
#seesawchat
RhesiaMitchell
Aug 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A3. Ss do a free choice drawing. They decide to write or record.
#seesawchat
MrsEschler
Aug 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A3: A
@PicCollage
acrostic name poem and a student interest inventory
#seesawchat
B_Steele24
Aug 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
Q3: I want students to introduce themselves, comment on each others post, & share what they're most excited about for 3rd grade!
#SeesawChat
gallianstone
Aug 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
Depends on your definition of "secondary" - I'm grades 6-8
#SeesawChat
In reply to @ginlindzey
108maestrareed
Aug 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A3: first post will be all about them. Sec post will be a one sentence description of a class created story- in Spanish. Video
#seesawchat
RachelMattison
Aug 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
An intro picture with captions and a note about hopes/fears/goals for the year.
#seesawchat
T_Ballard_Teach
Aug 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A3: introduction; pictures, text, and voice recording telling the class about themselves; likes, hobbies, sports played, family
#seesawchat
missgreene15
Aug 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A3: Items to help introduce themselves, but will be a combo of Videos, Notes, Links, Pictures, & Drawings.
#SeesawChat
MsSanchez3rd
Aug 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
#seesawchat
A3: Ss will post a selfie w/name &fav book/fav item & what they like about math or reading for the day
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Yes love this! Have you seen our task cards? We have a similar idea here!
https://t.co/4QyEcvi272
#seesawchat
In reply to @nat1002
kamadorteach
Aug 10 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3 Some type of Intro selfie activity and science safety selfie
#seesawchat
RhesiaMitchell
Aug 10 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3. again Ss will also work on making meaning comments about their work and the work of others.
#seesawchat
mrsamcintosh
Aug 10 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3 A drawing and then A photo outside, with labels!
#seesawchat
mindyesch
Aug 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3 would be cute for them to take pic of fav thing in the room and explain why, take pic of new friend and describe that kid
#seesawchat
RhesiaMitchell
Aug 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
meaningful comments
#seesawchat
CARanchgirl
Aug 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3 selie first, then picture of a classmate along with info about their partner
#seesawchat
gallianstone
Aug 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3. Most of our posts are pictures/videos of classroom activity. I don't think I have any paper-product creators this year...
#SeesawChat
MsConesTweets
Aug 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
I love the friend idea!
#seesawchat
In reply to @mindyesch
danie11e1
Aug 10 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: In the past, I have just done a selfie and something they are looking forward to as 4th graders
#SeesawChat
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:26 PM EDT
For Ts getting started with Seesaw, we have Getting Started Guides for you! Look here for all grades!
https://t.co/THePaGwszs
#seesawchat
kamadorteach
Aug 10 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3 Eclipse on 4th day of school so some type of response or info learned on the event
#seesawchat
nat1002
Aug 10 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: 1 Fav book photo w/audio 2 Photo w/Text of pattern building with math manipulatives 3 Drawing of summer vacation w/text
#seesawchat
Miss_MelissaBee
Aug 10 @ 7:27 PM EDT
definitely going to have a discussion with my kinders about how we come to school to learn, and using tech as a tool to share
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:27 PM EDT
Great idea! ⬇️
#seesawchat
kamadorteach
Aug 10 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3 Eclipse on 4th day of school so some type of response or info learned on the event
#seesawchat
danie11e1
Aug 10 @ 7:27 PM EDT
In classrooms, that are not 1:1 how do you manage using seesaw?
#SeesawChat
gogauthia
Aug 10 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3: I intro'd to 2nd grade in my lab today and they added a drawing with text to tell me about themselves. Next photos w/audio!
#seesawchat
TraciPiltz
Aug 10 @ 7:28 PM EDT
The shape hunt will work great w new multiple picture upload feature!!
#seesawchat
DianeTrout81
Aug 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
A3 a shape hunt around school and sharing what they do in the SPARK lab!
#seesawchat
chidr
Aug 10 @ 7:28 PM EDT
A3: I "Rocked" my first day of kindergarten picture and "drawing" their first name
#SeesawChat
#PeteTheCat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:20 PM EDT
Q3 is about your Ss' first posts. Can't wait to hear more of your ideas!
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:29 PM EDT
A3: We always took a "last first day" pic in my class with HS srs.! Perfect for a first post in
@Seesaw
& families loved it!
#seesawchat
EHSMrsJ
Aug 25 @ 2:31 PM EDT
It's their "last first day" in our school!
#EHSBtS16
#355tweets
https://t.co/xPRrLx32m2
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:29 PM EDT
Q4 coming soon!
#seesawchat
gallianstone
Aug 10 @ 7:29 PM EDT
We post from a single device to control online access. That might scale up to a single center in a larger classroom than mine?
#SeesawChat
In reply to @danie11e1
lacygreco3
Aug 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
A2: I'm looping with my class so they already are on a roll with
@Seesaw
!
#seesawchat
kellys3ps
Aug 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
A3 A selfie and a writing sample although I may change after reading some of these great ideas! 💡
#seesawchat
pls217
Aug 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
A2 I like adding S goal idea
#Seesawchat
TraciPiltz
Aug 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Ts I work w either have shared lab w or they have a handful of iPads in room w rotation schedule or recording area for Ss.
#seesawchat
In reply to @danie11e1
the_e_techie
Aug 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Q3: My Ss are Ts. School theme is superhero, so a post related to that, and a "Meet Your Teacher" to use with their own class!
#seesawchat
sylviannep
Aug 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
A2
#SeesawChat
their favorite place in the class and a new Friend they want tout know better.
Miss_MelissaBee
Aug 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
A3 1. a pic of their goal/dream/hope for KG2 w/ voice recording 2. a whole class pic to also put on the blog as a class
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Time for Q4! Tell us how
@Seesaw
fits into your routines!
#seesawchat
MsConesTweets
Aug 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Our 3 are always out and Ss can decide when they want to share work, when we have assignments, they are used in small groups
#Seesawchat
In reply to @danie11e1
MsConesTweets
Aug 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
Yes!! I am so excited for this feature!!
#Seesawchat
In reply to @TraciPiltz
MrsLine_K
Aug 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
#seesawchat
A3: Students will take a picture with a show and tell item and record why it's important to them!
ginlindzey
Aug 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
Oh yes...perfect for Latin 4 seniors. Great idea!
#SeesawChat
EHSMrsJ
Aug 25 @ 2:31 PM EDT
It's their "last first day" in our school!
#EHSBtS16
#355tweets
https://t.co/xPRrLx32m2
lacygreco3
Aug 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A3: Their 4th grade goals & record their week one writing piece
#seesawchat
jenlynnelson
Aug 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A3: a selfie and a picture of them holding iPad with 2 hands!
#ipadrules
#SeesawChat
mrshebert313
Aug 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A4: We have a weekly Read & Respond with Someone story/response that Ss complete with
@PicCollage
and upload.
#seesawchat
MsConesTweets
Aug 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
Love the
#PetetheCat
connections! That is so fun!!!
#Seesawchat
In reply to @chidr
SimpleK12
Aug 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
RT ClassTechTips: RT EdTechJulieJ: Join me for
#seesawchat
tonight? 6 pm CST!
#ksedchat
https://t.co/Zbw3xltBuJ
TraciPiltz
Aug 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A4: This is key! It's not 1 more thing for Ts to worry about, it integrates perfectly into established routines & activities!
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Time for Q4! Tell us how
@Seesaw
fits into your routines!
#seesawchat
TechTia
Aug 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
RT SimpleK12: RT ClassTechTips: RT EdTechJulieJ: Join me for
#seesawchat
tonight? 6 pm CST!
#ksedchat
https://t.co/Jj7Rlbfirj
danie11e1
Aug 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A4: This year I think during afternoon meeting, I will share some ss seesaw posts from the day on overhead
#SeesawChat
missmac100
Aug 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A4: The beauty of Seesaw is it will be the way we show and share our learning. Seamless!
#seesawchat
MrsLine_K
Aug 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
#seesawchat
A4: Seesaw will be a part of our community, students will use it to share challenges and more!
T_Ballard_Teach
Aug 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Anything that can be submitted on paper can be submitted on Seesaw! Take a picture of your work and post it!
#seesawchat
kamadorteach
Aug 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Q4 Using to capture evidence of learning & thinking during guided math stations & other hands on activities
#seesawchat
#studentcentered
108maestrareed
Aug 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A4: Most useful tool for homework; quick, user friendly, and keeps track of student growth within the proficiency scale.
#seesawchat
mrshebert313
Aug 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A4: We also use
@Seesaw
to solve problems and show our thinking in math a couple times each week. We use it every day some way.
#seesawchat
the_e_techie
Aug 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Q4: As a K-12 tech trainer, I'm hoping to get tech info out to all levels, when I can't be at every school every day!
#seesawchat
pls217
Aug 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A3 I will have Ss take a selfie, add fav pastime, subject, book/author, hobby/sport using labels
#Seesawchat
gogauthia
Aug 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A4: Since I have a digital writing lab
@Seesaw
is the main portal for all our work. It is the routine!
#seesawchat
missgreene15
Aug 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A4: Way that Ss share their work with Ss, Ps, & me. Create on iPad & share w/
@Seesaw
instead of on paper & into a tray.
#SeesawChat
lacygreco3
Aug 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A4:
@Seesaw
IS a routine in my room. The code is posted & I integrate into stations & tasks. Like a well-oiled machine!
#seesawchat
MsConesTweets
Aug 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A4: Our iPads are always available to the Ss. They can share work they are proud of at any point during the day
#Seesawchat
kent_pal2
Aug 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
If you talk about "
#seesawchat
" Anonymous chat channel (free)
https://t.co/kmc8gmEDpZ
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A4:Ss turn in work, use
@seesaw
for both math & reading wkshop stations, creates opportunity for more dynamic & engaging lessons
#seesawchat
DianeTrout81
Aug 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A4 I front load the word problem of the day and keep it private until I need it. It is done daily at the end of morning meeting
#seesawchat
RhesiaMitchell
Aug 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A4. Ss will use
@Seesaw
for math & literacy stations. Ss use
@Seesaw
during other times of the day for other subjects.
#seesawchat
RachelMattison
Aug 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
It's simply the ultimate exit slip to show what you know.
#seesawchat
T_Ballard_Teach
Aug 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4: student lead weekly newsletter. One Ss will be chosen to do a nwsltr during our study hall.
#seesawchat
RaRaPenguin
Aug 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
Sorry had to miss this tonight. Parent night at school & then dinner &
#familytime
.
#FamilyFirst
#seesawchat
ginlindzey
Aug 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4 taking picture of written warm-up & then reflecting on how it ties into the rest of class at end of class. Easy to check
#seesawchat
B_Steele24
Aug 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
Q4 record readings, math instructional videos, exit tickets, activities after workbooks, publish stories, & share weekly letters
#seesawchat
DianeTrout81
Aug 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4 Ss also just share work and ideas on there instead of 19 kids running to me yelling "Mrs. Trout! Look at this!"
#seesawchat
gallianstone
Aug 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4. It's a streamlined method of the communication I was already doing w/ families. Now they get more info and better organized.
#SeesawChat
taunaj4
Aug 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
This will be my first year with Seesaw. I'm curious if your schools allow student faces to be posted in the portfolios?
#seesawchat
nat1002
Aug 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4: As a tool to document learning and the learning process. It fits in seamlessly. Last year
@seesaw
became a verb! :)
#seesawchat
jenlynnelson
Aug 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4: the beautiful thing about
@Seesaw
is that it fits in naturally! Start slow and it becomes routine! It becomes a verb!
#SeesawChat
missmac100
Aug 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4: I love that you can use Seesaw for reading centers, word sort, math, science, social studies, projects- anything!
#seesawchat
mindyesch
Aug 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4 the sky's the limit! start right away using it in few activities-then move to using it daily in centers/writing/etc
#seesawchat
tracey_bleakley
Aug 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4 A few ways Ss use Seesaw are to respond to reading, explain their thinking in math, and share things they are working on.
#seesawchat
MsConesTweets
Aug 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
Our school does. We do send home a permission form to Ps, but the settings on Seesaw are great and portfolios are super secure
#seesawchat
In reply to @taunaj4
MsSanchez3rd
Aug 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
#seesawchat
A4: We have enrichment in the morning & late day PE, so we'll pick up the iPads at those times to post
ginlindzey
Aug 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
I intend to use it more for individual/paired oral Latin this year; also for hmwk practice since we're on block
#seesawchat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
Yes! I also send out a permission slip to Ps for pic use on blog, our class website, and our class twitter account
#seesawchat
In reply to @taunaj4
T_Ballard_Teach
Aug 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A4: mini lessons placed into a folder with my name on it. Ss can watch to see what they missed when absent. Can view from home
#seesawchat
teachmomrepeat
Aug 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
I plan to use it for "proof" of mastery. Also, exit ticket work. Show parents work or lack of work/effort
#SeesawChat
gallianstone
Aug 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
Never been a problem, even for students w/o media clearance. The only places it can be seen are in the classroom and by parent.
#SeesawChat
In reply to @taunaj4
pls217
Aug 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A4 new district, dev curriculum so
#Seesawchat
will be a key central portfolio/evidence curation tool. Will use blog for digcit authenticity
T_Ballard_Teach
Aug 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A4: project based assessments!!!
#seesawchat
TraciPiltz
Aug 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
Yes, we do, too! I do a permission for blog, twitter, etc, but
@Seesaw
is so safe & private I've had no problems at all.
#seesawchat
In reply to @taunaj4, @Seesaw
danie11e1
Aug 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A4: I'm going to have students do
#booksnaps
during reading workshop this year too.
#SeesawChat
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
We have adaptable task cards for every grade level! Check them out for new classroom routines
https://t.co/ZaFO0b6Mpm
#seesawchat
ginlindzey
Aug 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
Newbies: find one small way to make it a routine; increases comfort & then you can expand!
#SeesawChat
jenlynnelson
Aug 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4: the beautiful thing about
@Seesaw
is that it fits in naturally! Start slow and it becomes routine! It becomes a verb!
#SeesawChat
lesahaney
Aug 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
I saw someone had a folder for badges. Do any of you use badges and document w/ Seesaw?
#Seesawchat
TraciPiltz
Aug 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
Awesome idea!
@seesaw
is great for flipped classrooms!
#seesawchat
T_Ballard_Teach
Aug 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A4: mini lessons placed into a folder with my name on it. Ss can watch to see what they missed when absent. Can view from home
#seesawchat
teachmomrepeat
Aug 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
A4 Also like that kids can answer orally rather than write to me for everything
#SeesawChat
khurlbertne
Aug 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
Use it to assign differentiated lessons and make student thinking visible.
#seesawchat
kent_pal2
Aug 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
Talk of "
#seesawchat
" on free chat Chat channel
https://t.co/kmc8gmEDpZ
mindyesch
Aug 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
A4 post guided reading/guided math groups, circle time questioning, word of the day-then Ps know the events happening each day
#seesawchat
MrsFeist
Aug 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
A4: ofttimes, it's just how I have them turn work in and I check it there!
#SeesawChat
danie11e1
Aug 10 @ 7:39 PM EDT
@Seesaw
Where can I get more information on folders? Is there a webinar on this?
#SeesawChat
MsSanchez3rd
Aug 10 @ 7:39 PM EDT
#seesawchat
A4: like the ideas of flipped classroom when students are absent & Exit Tickets!! 👍🏼
khurlbertne
Aug 10 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A4 I am creating a "procedures" folder with videos of kids showing how to do daily procedures 4 new students.
#seesawchat
danie11e1
Aug 10 @ 7:39 PM EDT
It's great for dinner time conversations back at home.
#SeesawChat
In reply to @mindyesch
missgreene15
Aug 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
The ability for Ss to choose their response method is HUGE! They can draw, write, speak, or a combo to show learning.
#SeesawChat
teachmomrepeat
Aug 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
A4 Also like that kids can answer orally rather than write to me for everything
#SeesawChat
MrsLine_K
Aug 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
#seesawchat
A4: I'm also introducing
@Seesaw
to my colleagues and we will create introductions connected to QR codes to engage families!
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Q5 is on the way!
#seesawchat
mindyesch
Aug 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Then Ps know exactly what kinds of questions to ask instead of How Was Your Day
#seesawchat
In reply to @danie11e1
Miss_MelissaBee
Aug 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
A4 In centres the kinders love sharing their work with their parents, once they get that their parents can see it they're all in
#seesawchat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Wow! Great idea!! Maybe I could have my kids make the videos...ooo...LOVE your idea!
#SeesawChat
In reply to @khurlbertne
MsConesTweets
Aug 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
https://t.co/bjhMOtAUoO
that should help!
#Seesawchat
In reply to @danie11e1, @Seesaw
TraciPiltz
Aug 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
BTW we're visiting family in a small town in Missouri & I'm chatting as my kids are literally seesawing. 😂
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Q5 is all about family connections with
@Seesaw
!
#seesawchat
danie11e1
Aug 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Thanks!
#SeesawChat
MsConesTweets
Aug 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
https://t.co/bjhMOtAUoO
that should help!
#Seesawchat
In reply to @danie11e1, @Seesaw
McCullenCostero
Aug 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
A4: Giving students more choice with how they will demonstrate their understanding.
#seesawchat
4sissielola
Aug 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Here's a sample of USA Symbol investigation.
#seesaw
#cue17
#EdTechTeam
@EBCUE
#CUErockstar
#K2CanToo
#SeesawChat
#SeeSaw
@MERIT_KCI
@SVCUE
MaryAnneBShaw
Aug 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Love this idea!
#Seesawchat
khurlbertne
Aug 10 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A4 I am creating a "procedures" folder with videos of kids showing how to do daily procedures 4 new students.
#seesawchat
RachelMattison
Aug 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Kids loved making slideshows of vocabulary that they added sound and voice to. Way better than copying definitions!
#seesawchat
sherriecamille
Aug 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
My kiddos capture a photo/video in Seesaw of their partner trying a new skill to document growth in P.E.
#seesawchat
Miss_MelissaBee
Aug 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
A4 Story and snack times double as sharing and blogging times, my kinders love seeing what the other kids do and get great ideas
#seesawchat
mrshebert313
Aug 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
A5: I bother them in the newsletter over and over and provide the link. Ss also help as they want Ps to see their work!
#seesawchat
MrsLine_K
Aug 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
@Seesaw
I spoke too soon! A5:
#SeesawChat
MrsLine_K
Aug 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
#seesawchat
A4: I'm also introducing
@Seesaw
to my colleagues and we will create introductions connected to QR codes to engage families!
B_Steele24
Aug 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
Q5: I am going to have students record weekly newsletters. I am going to utilize the message center for annoucements.
#SeesawChat
MsConesTweets
Aug 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5: Explain what it is at your Open House. Have items uploaded to S portfolios. If Ss rave about it, Ps will have to look!
#Seesawchat
DianeTrout81
Aug 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5 have letters ready at orientation so you can help them sign up. Give them a week and send another letter home.
#seesawchat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5: I have the fam papers out at Family night, then open house, then send them home...I talk about it ALL of the time too!
#SeesawChat
mindyesch
Aug 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5 have Ps sign up at Meet the Teacher & P Conferences. We post questions to Ps throughout the day for them to answer back 2 us!
#seesawchat
gallianstone
Aug 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5. This can be a long process for some families! Sharing in person some of the content they are missing can motivate some!
#SeesawChat
B_Steele24
Aug 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
Q5: I encourage parents to add comments. I share pictures so parents see what their child is doing in school
#seesawchat
kamadorteach
Aug 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5 Share join codes at Meet the Teacher night (have a welcome post in the feed already)
#seesawchat
danie11e1
Aug 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5: Open house,keep contacting familiesm, ss who have followers are so motivated to add
#SeesawChat
zacharyTadams
Aug 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5: Posting pics of learning happening is a great way to show pts what Ss are doing and reminds them to check regularly
#seesawchat
T_Ballard_Teach
Aug 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5: seving ESE students, I want Ps to see how hard their Ss is working! They get to cheer them on which Ps at my school love
#seesawchat
108maestrareed
Aug 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
Parents ❤️ to hear their children communicate in the target language. It validates the usefulness of learning a second language.
#seesawchat
MrsEschler
Aug 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5: making sure to share the qr code sign up as many ways as possible. Getting Ss excited about it also excites Ps
#seesawchat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5: I also send ideas home to Ps for how to respond to Ss work which is also encouraging!
#seesawchat
tracey_bleakley
Aug 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5 I print the QR codes for parent orientation night so I can explain and encourage to sign up right there - follow up w/emails
#seesawchat
danie11e1
Aug 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5: This year I am sending home join codes in my welcome letter prior to school start
#SeesawChat
RachelMattison
Aug 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
Going to put QR codes of 4th grade team introduction vid our letter. Ask them to download the app and await the invite.
#seesawchat
MsSanchez3rd
Aug 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
#seesawchat
A5: I'll try & connect as many at Meet the Teacher, sending notes & making phone calls. Ss will bug their parents too!
RhesiaMitchell
Aug 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A5. Share @ Meet the Teacher. Print out each Ss personal code & give to Ps.
#seesawchat
kent_pal2
Aug 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
Do you want to chat about "
#seesawchat
"? Please join the chat channel Free / Anonymous
https://t.co/kmc8gmEDpZ
MsConesTweets
Aug 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A5: If the QR code doesn't get a response, try sending the invitation link, some Ps are intimidated by QR codes
#seesawchat
missgreene15
Aug 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A5: LOVE that I can connect families to their S's portfolio with a paper copy of instructions or via an email.
#SeesawChat
chidr
Aug 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A4: It fits right in! Even though it's more engaging, ultimately it's a learning tool that should be seamlessly integrated.
#SeesawChat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Time for Q4! Tell us how
@Seesaw
fits into your routines!
#seesawchat
McCullenCostero
Aug 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A4: using
@seesaw
to replace science and STEM notebooks. Students put it more effort on Seesaw!
#seesawchat
taunaj4
Aug 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
I have practice class got a text Code for students. The code took me to the class, but no students were listed.
#SeesawChat
missgreene15
Aug 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
Extends my classroom to families without any extra work on my part!
#SeesawChat
missgreene15
Aug 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A5: LOVE that I can connect families to their S's portfolio with a paper copy of instructions or via an email.
#SeesawChat
T_Ballard_Teach
Aug 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
The Ss created weekly letter is more likely to get Ps reading it. They want to see what their kids do, not what I do!
#seesawchat
sylviannep
Aug 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
R5
#SeesawChat
I meet with them and I Do it with them. Their child has a surprise for them on Seesaw. A picture 1st Day at school. 💟👨👨👧💟
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ, @Seesaw
mindyesch
Aug 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A5 I stop class when a P comments or likes a post & tell the whole class, Ss go home encouraging Ps then
#seesawchat
danie11e1
Aug 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
I wasn't sure what
#SeesawChat
would be like, now I have a whole list of ideas and a ton of open tabs!
#backtoschoolmode
gallianstone
Aug 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
Follow-up: Anyone have suggestions for helping connect relatives that may not be as familiar with email/smartphones etc?
#SeesawChat
jenlynnelson
Aug 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A5: Get the Ss excited! T comment and Ss understand that there is an audience then they can't wait for Ps to see! Kids best PR!
#SeesawChat
pls217
Aug 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A5 as tech Integrator last year I used
@Seesaw
to connect w/Coding Club Ps. As tech T this year I want
@Seesaw
for news home
#seesawchat
khurlbertne
Aug 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5 I am starting "Weekly News" this year with kids doing it so they can harass their parents to sign up to watch them.
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5: If you have 30 seconds, this is how I got big kids' parents & families connected to
@Seesaw
last yr!
https://t.co/BV7BEreUPh
#seesawchat
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
Looking for ways to connect families to Seesaw? Join our upcoming webinar all about it! Register here:
https://t.co/zGh4kvx8HB
#SeesawChat
khurlbertne
Aug 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5 I also have them get app at Meet the Teacher night & video student while they are there introducing themselves on Seesaw.
#seesawchat
McCullenCostero
Aug 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5: I like the idea of a "meet the teacher handout" with a QR link to an intro video along with an intro assignment for Ss
#seesawchat
RhesiaMitchell
Aug 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
Get them to come to class and help them do it.
#seesawchat
In reply to @gallianstone
gallianstone
Aug 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
I *always* share with the student when they get a like or comment. They come rushing right over to see. It's the best!
#SeesawChat
In reply to @mindyesch
TraciPiltz
Aug 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
Awesome idea!
#seesawchat
khurlbertne
Aug 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5 I am starting "Weekly News" this year with kids doing it so they can harass their parents to sign up to watch them.
#seesawchat
MaryAnneBShaw
Aug 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
Share at Meet the Teacher. Take fam photo w/props. Show Ss 1st day. Ps signup immediately to see pic.
#seesawchat
lacygreco3
Aug 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
A5: my families are already connected! But I used the letter and the email! Have 100% participation from parents!
#SeesawChat
TraciPiltz
Aug 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
I do this, too, & they LOVE it! Also have other Ts connected to comment on Ss who never get Ps to connect.
#seesawchat
In reply to @mindyesch
MsConesTweets
Aug 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
that is fabulous!!
#Seesawchat
In reply to @lacygreco3
kent_pal2
Aug 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
Let's chat with the topic of "
#seesawchat
"? Try the chat channel Free and anonymous
https://t.co/kmc8gmEDpZ
khurlbertne
Aug 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
A5 I have stations set up at meet the teacher to get app, record video, etc. It helps to be there to give some support.
#seesawchat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:49 PM EDT
OOOHHH! That is an AWESOME idea!! Love that you are getting kiddos connected w/adults! I'm going to have to do this!
#seesawchat
In reply to @TraciPiltz, @mindyesch
pls217
Aug 10 @ 7:49 PM EDT
A5 love fam selfie for open house. Hope I have access to devices for that!
#Seesawchat
mindyesch
Aug 10 @ 7:49 PM EDT
Yes!! Get Principal Nurse Admin to join so they know the school family cares about their educational journey!
#seesawchat
In reply to @TraciPiltz
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:49 PM EDT
Last question in two minutes!
#seesawchat
has been 🔥 tonight! Love our Seesaw community!
#whyiseesaw
danie11e1
Aug 10 @ 7:49 PM EDT
The parents can record a video in reply to a ss post?
#SeesawChat
In reply to @khurlbertne
gallianstone
Aug 10 @ 7:49 PM EDT
Good ideas - esp writing it in the communication log. I'm out of that habit, and it's a good one to get back into esp. in Sept!
#SeesawChat
In reply to @mindyesch
McCullenCostero
Aug 10 @ 7:50 PM EDT
Love this idea! Jump right in to it!
#seesawchat
In reply to @khurlbertne
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
Q6 is up! Share your
@Seesaw
goals!
#seesawchat
Miss_MelissaBee
Aug 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A5 Last year I gave Ps their S's QR code at conferences, it's usually the first time I meet most the Ps so I could explain it
#seesawchat
mindyesch
Aug 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
Might be a bit much at first, but if you do
@RemindHQ
you could even send a txt when they post
#seesawchat
In reply to @gallianstone, @RemindHQ
RhesiaMitchell
Aug 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
I hadn't thought about having a station set up at Meet the Teacher!
#seesawchat
In reply to @khurlbertne
MsConesTweets
Aug 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A6: One goal is to
#appsmash
more! Hoping to use
#flipgrid
and
#seesaw
together this year!
#Seesawchat
sherriecamille
Aug 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
With a Ss permission I show the class the parents responses to that students post. Kids want their QR code to take home
#seesawchat
teachmomrepeat
Aug 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A5 Open House brochure has this app listed to download. Now adding code!
#SeesawChat
ginlindzey
Aug 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
This has been great. I didn't really want to think about the start of school but now I am excited.
#seesawchat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A6: Be more consistent w/feedback, have Ss microblog, post on
@seesaw
, then respond to each others' writing
#seesawchat
108maestrareed
Aug 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A6: To get my colleagues and their students to use Seesaw.
#seesawchat
missgreene15
Aug 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A6: Get at least 90% of families connected to their S's journal in every class--10 sections total!
#SeesawChat
mrshebert313
Aug 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A6: I want to do student-led conferences this year and
@Seesaw
will be key for tracking work. I also want to use the blog more.
#seesawchat
tracey_bleakley
Aug 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A6 I want to use the blog with my Ss this year.
#seesawchat
Miss_MelissaBee
Aug 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A5 This year I'm sending Ps the Ss QR codes in our back to school packet, I'm also going to use a seesaw code in my main letter
#seesawchat
DianeTrout81
Aug 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A6 document reflection more than last year. Documented lots of assessments but want to do more reflection
#seesawchat
khurlbertne
Aug 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A6 100% family participation!!!!!
#seesawchat
RachelMattison
Aug 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
Have 100% family participation (and get my principal to sign up for Seesaw for Schools)
#seesawchat
danie11e1
Aug 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6: My goal is to integrate seesaw more into our class routines rather than just posting proud moments/work
#SeesawChat
MaryAnneBShaw
Aug 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6: Want Ss to collaborate, create & share their learning. Expand beyond by limited ideas! Future is limitless.
#Seesawchat
RhesiaMitchell
Aug 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6. My goal is to get more Ts using
@Seesaw
! It's such an amazing app!!
#seesawchat
ginlindzey
Aug 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6 more student videos in Latin. More investment.
#seesawchat
khurlbertne
Aug 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6 Spread the Seesaw love even further throughout my school, too!
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
We love this goal! ⬇️ Lots of resources for you at
https://t.co/NGk16xZ9X0
.
#seesawchat
RhesiaMitchell
Aug 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6. My goal is to get more Ts using
@Seesaw
! It's such an amazing app!!
#seesawchat
B_Steele24
Aug 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
Q6: Give student feedback, allow students to blog, give students time to comment and give each other mini challenges
#SeesawChat
RhesiaMitchell
Aug 10 @ 7:54 PM EDT
A6. again--I also want to explore more app smashing!
#seesawchat
In reply to @Seesaw
gallianstone
Aug 10 @ 7:54 PM EDT
A6. Ss commenting/labeling/describing their own work now that it's possible with multiple picture uploads (Thank you
@seesaw
!)
#SeesawChat
McCullenCostero
Aug 10 @ 7:54 PM EDT
A6: Seesaw goal for next year is to integrate it more often so I can really see how much Ss have grown during the year
#seesawchat
chidr
Aug 10 @ 7:54 PM EDT
A5: QR codes sent out in welcome letters.I'll share again at Meet & Greet (plus, help w/setup). Follow up on 1st day!
#SeesawChat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Q5 is all about family connections with
@Seesaw
!
#seesawchat
mrshebert313
Aug 10 @ 7:54 PM EDT
Me too! We have Seesaw for Schools this year and I want EVERY teacher to experience the magic!
#seesawchat
khurlbertne
Aug 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6 Spread the Seesaw love even further throughout my school, too!
#seesawchat
MsSanchez3rd
Aug 10 @ 7:54 PM EDT
#seesawchat
A6:Fluency, answering comp questions, drawing math prob are a few goals
khurlbertne
Aug 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Me, too! It makes thinking so visible and just makes our understanding of student learning SO much more powerful!
#Seesawchat
In reply to @RhesiaMitchell, @Seesaw
MaryAnneBShaw
Aug 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Check out the Teach.Create.Motivate blog or find on fb.
#Seesawchat
In reply to @danie11e1
kamadorteach
Aug 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
A5 Use the blog option to share and also connect during GRA
#seesawchat
B_Sheridan
Aug 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
A6: To get our entire ES school (including single subject & world language) up & running with Seesaw! We're off & running!
#SeesawChat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ, @Seesaw
sylviannep
Aug 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
R6
#SeesawChat
I want my students to use SS more independantly. I want to have better sound in my active class.
#Seesawstation3
.0 😉
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ, @Seesaw
teachmomrepeat
Aug 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
A6 I just want to use it! Get my kids and parents excited about using it!
#SeesawChat
mindyesch
Aug 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Perfect! I'll email it! Feel free to use or tweak whatever you want! Please excuse my teacher voice in the video :)
#seesawchat
In reply to @McCullenCostero
nat1002
Aug 10 @ 7:56 PM EDT
A6: Student-led conferences in Tri 2!! :) I also want to use QR code feature more.
#seesawchat
lacygreco3
Aug 10 @ 7:56 PM EDT
A6: inspire Ts to love
@Seesaw
like I do! Also app smash, blog, skills component!
#SeesawChat
chidr
Aug 10 @ 7:56 PM EDT
A6: 100% of parents connected!
#SeesawChat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
Q6 is up! Share your
@Seesaw
goals!
#seesawchat
Miss_MelissaBee
Aug 10 @ 7:56 PM EDT
A5 I also track which students have family members connected and continue to remind them to join through e-mail or extra letters
#seesawchat
khurlbertne
Aug 10 @ 7:57 PM EDT
Mine either. 2nd step is get kids to harass parents to sign up & then just plain stalking them at p/u. LOL/JK. Not real stalking
#Seesawchat
In reply to @Miss_MelissaBee
McCullenCostero
Aug 10 @ 7:57 PM EDT
Thanks so much
@mindyesch
such a time saver!
#seesawchat
In reply to @mindyesch, @mindyesch
jenlynnelson
Aug 10 @ 7:57 PM EDT
A6: building = 100% using
@Seesaw
this year personal= blog with WB panda mascot traveling building
#SeesawChat
MsSanchez3rd
Aug 10 @ 7:57 PM EDT
#seesawchat
This was my 1st Twitter chat & it was great!!
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:57 PM EDT
What an amazing turnout tonight! Hope you can join us again for
#seesawchat
on Thurs., Aug. 24. Mark your calendars now! 4pm PDT
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Amazing conversation happening in
#seesawchat
! So grateful for our community! Hope you love our new feature, ALBUMS!
https://t.co/zxhpg8eZoT
pls217
Aug 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
A6 I will have Ss build typing &coding skill, appsmash -digitcit reflection & storytelling, Skype-collaboration, blog-reflect,
#Seesawchat
MrsLine_K
Aug 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Q6: One of my goals is to have students reflect on their early
@Seesaw
entrees and share where they are now and how..
#SeesawChat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
As the chat winds down, don't forget to share your
#whyiseesaw
video for a chance to win an iPad mini!
https://t.co/xas41Fu4Iw
#seesawchat
mlambitz
Aug 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Q3: Seesaw Selfie & a Pic Collage of pictures they take during our school tour.
#SeesawChat
#1stchat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Thank you
@EdTechJulieJ
for a fantastic
#seesawchat
tonight! Glad I was able to jump on this week! :)
Miss_MelissaBee
Aug 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
A6 Set up a Seesaw blog so that we can share our learning with other Seesaw classes in our humongous school and around the world
#seesawchat
khurlbertne
Aug 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
A6 Sorry to keep tweeting, but 1 more goal of mine is to connect with other classes, blogs, too.
#seesawchat
B_Steele24
Aug 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
What a great
#SeesawChat
tonight! Got to hear new ideas of how I can use Seesaw this year! It was great connecting with other teachers!
mrshebert313
Aug 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
This was my first
#seesawchat
and it was fabulous! Thank you
@EdTechJulieJ
and everyone else! You're awesome!
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Thank you
@EdTechJulieJ
for a fantastic
#seesawchat
tonight! Glad I was able to jump on this week! :)
teachmomrepeat
Aug 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
Thank you for such an encouraging FIRST Twitter chat. I need to do this more.
#SeesawChat