#5thchat Archive

#5thchat is for people interested in chatting about topics in education, especially as they relate to Grade 5. The goal is to connect people who enjoy learning & sharing, plus supporting & creating partnerships worldwide!

Tuesday June 20, 2017
8:00 PM EDT

  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Jun 20 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Sorry to miss tonight's #5thchat - I'm on vacation in beautiful St. Martin! I know you're in good hands with @ElginElgin3 tonight! :)
  • mrskochheiser Jun 20 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Coming up in one hour at 9pm! #6thchat will be talking about Genius Hour! Feel free to join us! #5thchat #tlap #learnlap #satchat #mschat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to tonight's #5thchat. I'm your guest moderator, Amanda Elgin. I'm a SPED teacher from Athens, AL. Please introduce yourself.
  • participatechat Jun 20 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #5thchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/bsl55664vz
  • Mrs_WestcottMon Jun 20 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    My name is Theresa Westcott and I am a 4th grade teacher in New Jersey. #5thchat
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    #5thchat Hi, I'm Amanda Klopping, a 5th grade teacher in California.
  • gruffcorn13 Jun 20 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Hello! I'm Gina and I teach 5th grade in southwestern Iowa! #5thchat
  • MicheleCMueller Jun 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi Michelle from STL happy to participate in the #5thchat. Happy to be moving from a tech position to 5th grade for 2017/18
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    New to twitter chats? I will post questions using the following format: Q1, Q2, Q3... Please respond using the A1, A2, A3...format. #5thchat
  • ALoder71 Jun 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Amy Loder, Principal from Dodge City KS #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3, @PaulSolarz
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    1 minute until question #1. #5thchat
  • MrsNelsonSpH Jun 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Hello, my name is Angela and I'm a 4th grade T in Mechanicsburg. PA #5thchat
  • BraleeGriffin Jun 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    I just graduated from The University of Georgia and will be teaching 5th grade in Maysville, GA #5thchat #EDMG7080
    In reply to @ElginElgin3
  • techieteacher Jun 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    I'm mandy and I teach 5/6 grade ELA in MN #5thchat
  • BraleeGriffin Jun 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Just graduated from The University of GA and will be teaching 5th grade in Maysville, GA #edmg7080 #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Jun 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Thank you for the warm welcome! Looking forward to chatting tonight! #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3
  • teachstrickland Jun 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Christine here from South AL, 5th sc/ss T with a passion for edtech #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Q1: A positive environment directly affects school culture. What is your school's culture like? Please provide examples. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Congratulations on your first teaching position. There is no better profession, but I may be biased. :) #5thchat
    In reply to @BraleeGriffin
  • jdeek Jun 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    #5thchat Jim, MS Counselor, from Texas. Glad to join chat tonight.
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Welcome Mandy! #5thchat
    In reply to @techieteacher
  • shammanaj Jun 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    I'm Shauna, 5th grade teacher in Arizona #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Hi Angela! Welcome. So glad you joined us tonight #5thchat
    In reply to @MrsNelsonSpH
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1: At @AthensElem, Ss know that they come first, that they have an advocate in their Ts, and Ts focus on the whole child. #5thchat
  • Glynn_ed Jun 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Parenting on The Mighty ❤️ https://t.co/rwVWIeIqYx #edtech #4thchat #5thchat
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1: Our climate is changing. A lot of old school teachers mixed in with new styles. It is slowly changing from negative to pos. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Hi Amy! So glad you are here. I bet you have lots of knowledge to share with us. #5thchat
    In reply to @ALoder71, @PaulSolarz
  • techieteacher Jun 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    I am in the process of switching schools but my previous school had a positive culture where greatness was celebrated in all #5thchat
  • teachstrickland Jun 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1: faculty wise we have a positive supporting culture. Student wise we are working on improving that culture #5thchat
    • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT
      Q1: A positive environment directly affects school culture. What is your school's culture like? Please provide examples. #5thchat
  • Mrs_WestcottMon Jun 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1: my schls culture is very dynamic, every1 wrkin @ their own pace. We all share ideas & help one another. Vry positive!! #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Jun 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1: Our school culture is changing. We began a PBIS program last year- hoping to have all Ss feel cared about & valued. #5thchat
    • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT
      Q1: A positive environment directly affects school culture. What is your school's culture like? Please provide examples. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Hello Shauna. I hope you have had an amazing day today. Thanks for joining in tonight. #5thchat
    In reply to @shammanaj
  • BraleeGriffin Jun 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: MES is very warm & welcoming- focus on goal setting and accomplishments w/ students- students are priority #edmg7080 #5thchat
  • MrsNelsonSpH Jun 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: the culture is one of family especially in tough times but there are moments of sibling rivalry. Need more collaboration #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Good evening Jim. Can't wait to here your thoughts as a school counselor. I bet you have lots of great strategies to share #5thchat
    In reply to @jdeek
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: We used to be a Love and Logic school,and it didn't have a good effect in terms of establishing expectations. It's changing. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    That is great to hear. #5thchat Kids need to know how amazing they are.
    In reply to @techieteacher
  • AssignmentHelpN Jun 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Teacher’s Best Guide to use Pomodoro Technique For Enhancing Productivity https://t.co/eKYjqIB7tc #edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat
  • massignmenthelp Jun 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    9 Questions to Ask Before you Hire an Online Tutor https://t.co/5mJEHwgRGc #edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    That's where PBIS can help. I hope tonight's #5thchat gives you lots of new ideas to take back to your school.
    In reply to @teachstrickland
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    1 minute until Q2 #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    That's what it's all about #5thchat
    In reply to @Mrs_WestcottMon
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Wonderful. I look forward to hearing how the climate changed over the year. #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Q2: What PBIS framework does your school have in place in order to promote & increase the frequency of positive behaviors? #5thchat
  • MrsNelsonSpH Jun 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 it's definitely an environment of exploration. Ss know that all staff care about them and hold them accountable. #5thchat
  • teachstrickland Jun 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    We are starting @TheLeaderinMe this year as a school system so I am excited to see the changes this year. #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3, @TheLeaderinMe
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Goal setting is so important. Ss can then self-assess their progress throughout the year. #5thchat
    In reply to @BraleeGriffin
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A2: There are 3 tiers to PBIS (School-wide for everyone, small at-risk groups, individualized). #5thchat
  • Mrs_WestcottMon Jun 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A2: My school has a peaceful person program. We say a pledge evry mrning & celebrate Ss monthly. #5thchat
  • EdChatEU Jun 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1. In a positive school culture, success is always applaused, people are supported in failure #5thchat #EdChatEU
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2: Our school created a "Kindness Tree" where student's "acts of kindness" were written on leaves/flowers for all to see. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Jun 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2: We have positive behavior tickets that all staff can give to kids. We also have expectations for behavior signs to remind Ss. #5thchat
    • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT
      Q2: What PBIS framework does your school have in place in order to promote & increase the frequency of positive behaviors? #5thchat
  • MrsNelsonSpH Jun 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1 a common language and consistent behavior management system really helped our school culture. #5thchat
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2: We have Character Counts, but are still learning how to use it properly. #5thchat
  • jdeek Jun 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    #5thchat A1 - Every school feels like culture needs improvement. We are no different. It's a daily struggle.
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Glad to see you all were able to reflect & possibly seek something new in its place. #5thchat
    In reply to @JunTigTeacher
  • gruffcorn13 Jun 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    I love this idea! So positive for kids to see. Nice for others to see how they are appreciated. #5thchat
    • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT
      A2: Our school created a "Kindness Tree" where student's "acts of kindness" were written on leaves/flowers for all to see. #5thchat
  • shughes_slp Jun 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    I would say my school (pk-4th) has a supportive culture- Adm supportive of Ts & Ss, Ts supportive of Ss & Ps, Ps supportTs &Ss. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Can you explain character counts? Sounds interesting. #5thchat
    In reply to @JunTigTeacher
  • Mrs_WestcottMon Jun 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    @ElginElgin3 I love this idea!!!! #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3, @ElginElgin3
  • BraleeGriffin Jun 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: Tokens + award store - Classroom awards for cleanliness, lunch behavior, + other accomplishments & more #edmg7080 #5thchat
  • MrsNelsonSpH Jun 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2 we have common classroom rules and tickets connected to a clip chart that all staff use. And bucket filler cards for VIP awards. #5thchat
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Love this idea, and I want to implement this in my room next year. Perhaps on my classroom window. #5thchat
    • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT
      A2: Our school created a "Kindness Tree" where student's "acts of kindness" were written on leaves/flowers for all to see. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Question 3 in one minute #5thchat
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    #5thchat Character Counts is a program that has 6 values pillars. You spend each week doing daily activities with 1 pillar.
    In reply to @ElginElgin3
  • shammanaj Jun 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2 Our mascot is a roadrunner, so we follow the FAST philosophy: https://t.co/7twxE90BmL & call our pos behav notes FAST awards #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    The kids really got excited about adding their kindness flowers. #5thchat
    In reply to @JunTigTeacher
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Q3: Has your school found the incidences of office referrals to increase, decrease, or remain the same? Explain. #5thchat
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Each activity should take only 5 minutes or so, 10 with discussion. #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3
  • techieteacher Jun 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: I had this on the inside of my classroom door and it became our class mission for the year, teamwork was celebrated #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A3: Increasing T & admin response to pos behaviors, via tokens, praise, etc. encourage Ss to demon. pos character traits more often #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    I completely agree!!! :) One of the best SLP here folks. @AthensElem #5thchat
    In reply to @shughes_slp, @AthensElem
  • Mrs_WestcottMon Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A3: Our incident levels have stayed the same. We do a lot of meetings w/ Ss to discuss behaviors & ways to change the situation. #5thchat
  • cloeff33 Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    #5thchat Chris Loeffler from Wilmington, DE.
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    We've had it for a while, but it got mixed in with several other programs and went by the wayside. We're returning to it this yr. #5thchat
    In reply to @Mrs_WestcottMon, @ElginElgin3
  • MicheleCMueller Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    I had to step away for a minute, does anyone use Class Dojo for positive reinforcement? #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT
  • MrsNelsonSpH Jun 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A3 hallway and bus incidents are down, cafeteria is our biggest hurdle. So many kids so little space. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Ooooo! I'll have to look this up. Sounds very interesting. I love learning new and fresh ideas. #5thchat
    In reply to @shammanaj
  • gruffcorn13 Jun 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A3: I'm not sure about whole school- we are a prek-12th gr building.My classroom has had no office referrals for a few years now. #5thchat
    • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT
      Q3: Has your school found the incidences of office referrals to increase, decrease, or remain the same? Explain. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Sounds similar to our advisory program we implemented. Love it! #5thchat
    In reply to @JunTigTeacher
  • ALoder71 Jun 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2: incorp some 'trauma sensitive' strategies in classrooms&intervention time #5thchat (Classmtg, self reg, blg expectations of success
  • techieteacher Jun 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A3: I think the office referrals went down but not sure how much. Like everything, some Ss embrace the change, others don't #5thchat
  • MrsNelsonSpH Jun 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3 morning meetings and direct behavior and social skills lesson really help too! #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    So good to hear. Most jobs require collaboration. Ss need to learn now how to work together, take/give criticism, etc. #5thchat
    In reply to @techieteacher
  • jdeek Jun 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    #5thchat A3 - Common area issues have decreased at our school. Working on changing how students treat each other, staff daily.
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Welcome Chris. So glad you could join us. #5thchat
    In reply to @cloeff33
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Where do you find your social skills lessons? I've been wanting to incorportate more in my room. #5thchat
    In reply to @MrsNelsonSpH
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Question 4 coming up in one minute. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    We have many teachers who LOVE it! #5thchat
    In reply to @MicheleCMueller
  • MicheleCMueller Jun 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Do you have only positive points? I’m looking into setting mine up and would love to get some suggestions. #5thchat
    In reply to @Mrs_WestcottMon, @ClassDojo
  • gruffcorn13 Jun 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    We work a lot in my classroom to build an environment that spreads out into other school day activities. #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3, @techieteacher
  • cloeff33 Jun 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    #5thchat not familiar with pbis but we ask our students to reflect frequently.
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Q4: Teachers can employ PBIS in their classroom as well. List any PBIS that you have tried in your classroom. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Does anyone have any helpful hints they've tried for managing behaviors in the lunchroom? #5thchat
    • MrsNelsonSpH Jun 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT
      A3 hallway and bus incidents are down, cafeteria is our biggest hurdle. So many kids so little space. #5thchat
  • MicheleCMueller Jun 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Why thank you!! I am a firm believer in building my PLN. Twitter is the best! #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3
  • shammanaj Jun 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3 Morning meetings and mindfulness training have helped us #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A4: Token systems, verbal praise, sticker charts, roller skates, extra recess/iPad time, pos. note/call home, treasure box #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Well that's a testimony to what you're doing. Great job! #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A4: Need a fresh idea? Here is a link to over 225 PBIS incentives and rewards K-12th #5thchat https://t.co/wAaulfWHxw
  • internet4classr Jun 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT
  • BraleeGriffin Jun 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A4: Award system, sticker chart for particular students, positive call home/email, "thank you/great job" notes in desk #edmg7080 #5thchat
  • Mrs_WestcottMon Jun 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A4: The PBI I've tried is @ClassDojo. I was able to + in pos. & neg. traits that I expect w/ my Ss. I give pts & take away as I see #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Just keep modeling, praise, & finding what motivates them. Keeping data as of time of day incidents occur can help find a pattern. #5thchat
    In reply to @techieteacher
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A4 Table points, mindfulness training #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A4: Authentic praise goes a long way to encourage desired behaviors. Here are some great examples. #5thchat
  • techieteacher Jun 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A4: morning mtg., door greeting (handshake), relationship building everyday. It was my goal to get to know all 26 of my Ss well #5thchat
  • MicheleCMueller Jun 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    I know some Ts give paper coins throughout the day and tally at the end to help with time management. #5thchat
    In reply to @techieteacher, @Mrs_WestcottMon, @ClassDojo
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Social Skills lessons are so important. I am always looking for new resources in this area. #5thchat Any you can share?
    In reply to @MrsNelsonSpH
  • shammanaj Jun 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4 Our behavior supports are individualized, based on Ss needs. No class-wide system in place #5thchat
  • teachstrickland Jun 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4: I got the 💡to write Ss names on board near a 😀 of Ss who show behavior I am working on and shoot a quick preset message to Ps #5thchat
    • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT
      Q4: Teachers can employ PBIS in their classroom as well. List any PBIS that you have tried in your classroom. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Jun 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4: Verbal praise is probably the most used in our room. We have a classroom setting that allows Ss to have input & feel valued. #5thchat
    • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT
      Q4: Teachers can employ PBIS in their classroom as well. List any PBIS that you have tried in your classroom. #5thchat
  • ALoder71 Jun 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Q4: Morning Shout Outs for Ss, pict in office for pos. reinforcements, Post positive Pics to facebook, 5th stuco shout out #5thchat
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Teaching kids to take pride in their work, a la "I bet you're really proud of yourself for the hard work you did!" #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Jun 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    I need to work on a morning meeting platform that is more organized. #5thchat
    In reply to @shammanaj
  • MrsNelsonSpH Jun 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4 I ❤️whole brain teaching @ChrisBiffle. Keeps up engagement and positive behavior! #5thchat
  • MicheleCMueller Jun 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    I know from experience a positive call home goes a long way. Ps don’t expect it to be good news. It brightens everyones evening. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Question 5 coming up in one minute. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Q5: Which PBIS has been the most beneficial for your students? How have they responded? Explain. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Are you doing a different handshake with each Ss? I don't know if I could remember that many, lol :) #5thchat
    In reply to @techieteacher
  • Mrs_WestcottMon Jun 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A5: My Ss respond well 2 @ClassDojo! They know when they hear the bing sum1 did sum thing good & they all focus on behaving. #5thchat
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A5 Getting to know each student personally - it helps them feel like part of a community. #5thchat
  • MicheleCMueller Jun 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4 Teaching Ss how to look at failures as opportunities takes modeling and role playing #5thchat
  • techieteacher Jun 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    No I am not that talented! A simple handshake, knuckles, high five works wonders! Oh, and a smile! #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A5: My Ss loved earning treasure box for being on pink (behavior chart) at the end of the day. They worked hard. #5thchat
  • shughes_slp Jun 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4: I teach specific expectations & procedures, what they look like & what they aren't. Reinforce these specific actions! #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A kind word goes a long way #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Authentic praise. Love it! #5thchat
    In reply to @JunTigTeacher
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A5: Another BIG one was earning 5 stars for desired item (roller skates) #5thchat
  • MicheleCMueller Jun 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    When you say pictures, do you mean snapshots taken with iPad or phone? hmmm, I like that. I didn’t know that was an option. #5thchat
    In reply to @Mrs_WestcottMon, @ClassDojo
  • shammanaj Jun 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Have you seen this? I totally copied her format when I started morning meetings :) https://t.co/tS83YFw24q #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13
  • gruffcorn13 Jun 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A5: The most beneficial? Gum chewing in the classroom, walking with a partner in the halls to lunch, specials etc. #5thchat
    • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT
      Q5: Which PBIS has been the most beneficial for your students? How have they responded? Explain. #5thchat
  • MicheleCMueller Jun 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    I plan on charting it out, to make sure I hit everyone at least once. Hopefully, I can do more, but I’m starting with baby steps. #5thchat
    In reply to @seanrussell311
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    .@Seesaw is a wonderful way to post pic, with a short note of praise for parents. My parents absolutely love @seesaw. #5thchat
    In reply to @MicheleCMueller, @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • MicheleCMueller Jun 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Do Seesaw and Dojo mix well? #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3, @Seesaw
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    And you are the Master at this!!!! #5thchat
    In reply to @shughes_slp
  • shughes_slp Jun 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4: Consequences r explained & given consistently & kindly. Always start w/ reminder of what S should be doing. #problemsolving #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Question 6 coming up in one minute. #5thchat
  • shammanaj Jun 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A5 My class loves earning the chance to help kindergarteners. Actually they love any "special" job #5thchat
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    I had never heard of Seesaw and will have to check it out. Thanks! #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Second semester we started each morning with an affirmation chant. The kids loved it. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Q6: Finding the right fit. Have you found any PBIS more difficult to manage and/or maintain? #5thchat
  • MicheleCMueller Jun 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Picture books can start the conversation about improving social skills. Role playing and reflection. #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3, @MrsNelsonSpH
  • techieteacher Jun 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Q5: class coupons that cost nothing are a huge success! Lunch with T, free time, no HW pass, etc. my Ss ate them up!! #5thchat
  • ALoder71 Jun 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Did you make up the affirmation chant? I would love to learn more:) #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A6 Class Dojo has never worked for me. And class economy, same thing. I get sidetracked and forget to use them. #5thchat
  • Mrs_WestcottMon Jun 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A6: The pbi that I found difficult & frustrating is bucket filling!! Too much work having to fill out the bucket cards 4 each Ss. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A6: I have found that PBIS have to be changed/rotated often (sometimes weekly) to keep Ss interested/motivated. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Jun 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A6:The school expectations for hallway behavior clash w/ mine. I like to have Ss walk as pairs & focus on monitoring their voices. #5thchat
    • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
      Q6: Finding the right fit. Have you found any PBIS more difficult to manage and/or maintain? #5thchat
  • shughes_slp Jun 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5: Focus is on what S could do differently next time. Consequences r reminders of need for a different re/action not punishment. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    It is a free digital student portfolio app. You can add up to 10 classes. Parents get a QR code to connect with their Ss account. #5thchat
    In reply to @JunTigTeacher
  • ALoder71 Jun 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    This is a great idea! Hopefully I can get more classes to be 'buddy classes' with young ones next year. Great community bldg. #5thchat
    In reply to @shammanaj
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    You do this instead of lines? #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Thanks. It sounds like it's right up my alley. @Seesaw #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3, @Seesaw
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    No, I actually used one from a news broadcast another teacher was doing. I learn from all those around me. My kids ate it up. #5thchat
    In reply to @ALoder71
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Another idea for pos. support, Token Dollars. Create w/ Ss face, school mascot, fav. sport. Redeem for desire prizes ex/ iPad time. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Yes, I can see how that would be hard to maintain depending on the flow of ones day. #5thchat
    In reply to @JunTigTeacher
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    One minute until question #7. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Jun 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    My Ss walk in a line with a buddy of their choice- as long as they can monitor their own voices. Single file lines are unrealistic. #5thchat
    In reply to @JunTigTeacher
  • techieteacher Jun 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A6: for me,less is more.I've tried many things and keep coming back to building and maintaining relationships and a pos. atmosphere #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Hmmmm, now I am really intrigued. Hallway walking is the toughest skill for my kids. I may have to try 2 by 2. Thanks! #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13
  • BraleeGriffin Jun 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Tokens/dollars are easy to use and to remember during class- walk around w/ some in your hand & place on desks #edmg7080 #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Q7: How does implementing PBIS assist the whole child, especially those more challenging students? #5thchat
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Totally agree, and I think I'm going to switch to your plan. #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    It's a game changer. #5thchat
    In reply to @JunTigTeacher, @Seesaw
  • MicheleCMueller Jun 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    I like the idea of collecting points to have a classroom economy and hold an auction at the end of semester. Anyone do this? #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Jun 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    It's a more natural skill to teach Ss to walk with a partner & monitor their voice levels. I don't walk single file w/ others. #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3
  • shammanaj Jun 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Me neither, those types of things don't seem to fit my teaching style #5thchat
    In reply to @JunTigTeacher
  • Mrs_WestcottMon Jun 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A7: I think PBI's help all Ss feel a sense of community. It also equips the Ss with lifelong behaviors that should carry w/ them. #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    I haven't, although my 7th grade ELA teacher did, and we LOVED it! I should try it. #5thchat
    In reply to @MicheleCMueller
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Yes, focus on no more than 3-5 rules/expectations at a time. Ex/ Be safe, Be respectful, Be responsible. Most fits in those categ. #5thchat
    In reply to @techieteacher
  • gruffcorn13 Jun 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A7: PBIS gives my Ss that don't have clear behavior guidelines something to understand & follow. #5thchat
    • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT
      Q7: How does implementing PBIS assist the whole child, especially those more challenging students? #5thchat
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    I think it lets Ss know we care about them. Some Ss walk in expecting the T to hate them, and PBIS allows them to grow out of that. #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3
  • techieteacher Jun 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Yes, we usually have 3-4 rules and consequences are clearly defined and followed consistently #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3
  • MicheleCMueller Jun 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    I am not familiar with PBIS, but I really like what I am seeing/hearing. It makes sense and this slide is great! #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Yes, we have used these and personalize them for each student. They can turn them in for items on a menu (ex/ 5 min. iPad time) #5thchat
    In reply to @BraleeGriffin
  • shammanaj Jun 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A7 I'm more empathetic to my Ss when I'm consciously looking for positive behaviors #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    We use a menu of incentives, but I would love to hear more about your auction. Sounds engaging for Ss. #5thchat
    In reply to @MicheleCMueller
  • shughes_slp Jun 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Celebrates growth, what each child does well. Focus on right rather than wrong is FAR more productive & supportive of learning! 👍 #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Definitely going to try this. #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    One minute until our final question. #5thchat
  • MicheleCMueller Jun 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    It’s a new idea i’m brainstorming. I like the idea of an economy, collecting the goodies will probably be the hardest part. #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    FQ: Reflection Time: What PBIS have you not yet tried, but would like to implement next year in order to better support your Ss? #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    And model, model, model. #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13
  • Mrs_WestcottMon Jun 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    AFQ: I really like the kindness tree idea. I like that the Ss will know that their kindness does not go unnoticed!! #5thchat
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A7 Looks like it's @seesaw for me, but I got so many great ideas from you all that I've put in a Google doc! 😀 #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3, @Seesaw
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Yes, no Ss wants to be in a class where the teacher is always pointing out what they are doing wrong. We should be their advocate. #5thchat
    In reply to @shammanaj
  • techieteacher Jun 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A7: next year I want Ss to have more voice in how our class is run, I want to implement #LearnLap strategies #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Jun 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    FA: I need focus on continuity. Our supports are good- I need to be more conscious of using them. #5thchat
    • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT
      FQ: Reflection Time: What PBIS have you not yet tried, but would like to implement next year in order to better support your Ss? #5thchat
  • shughes_slp Jun 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A7: Models & reinforces acceptance & support of all children! Sarcasm & negative re/actions toward Ss models bullying 👎🏼 #5thchat
    In reply to @ElginElgin3
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Jun 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Thanks for moderating @ElginElgin3!!! Please join @Jessicaraealt next TUE at 7pm Central for #5thchat! Topic: "Making Global Connections."
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Thank you so much for joining #5thchat tonight. I loved hearing from everybody! Thank you @PaulSolarz for allowing me to guest moderate.
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    I asked my friends on Facebook to save any toys they normally throw away. You'd be surprised how many people brought me goodies. #5thchat
    In reply to @MicheleCMueller
  • shammanaj Jun 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    FQ My goal is to do a better with positive contacts with parents. I know it helps, just need to make time for it #5thchat
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    .@Anna928_ and Lori, your idea is a hit! #5thchat
    In reply to @Mrs_WestcottMon, @Anna928_
  • techieteacher Jun 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thank you for another great #5thchat !
    In reply to @ElginElgin3, @PaulSolarz
  • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Yeah!!!!! #5thchat
    In reply to @JunTigTeacher, @Seesaw
  • JunTigTeacher Jun 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thanks to everyone for a great #5thchat! I absolutely loved hearing your ideas and will share them with my team at school. You all rock!
  • gruffcorn13 Jun 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thank you for the lively chat! I've gotten some great ideas to think about incorporating into our classroom! #5thchat
    • ElginElgin3 Jun 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT
      Thank you so much for joining #5thchat tonight. I loved hearing from everybody! Thank you @PaulSolarz for allowing me to guest moderate.