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jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Tell us a little bit about yourself! #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome all to #1stchat - here are tonight's questions!

participatechat Aug 20 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #1stchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/xmtSVUpf3s

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Happy Sunday! It's time for #1stchat. I'm Val from Michigan. Excited to chat again w/this amazing PLN & w/guest moderator @jessicameacham.

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Hello, everyone! Leka from Iowa excited to have @jessicameacham as a guest moderator tonight! #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Aug 20 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Happy Sunday friends happy to be back together, sharing in your goodness #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi, Traci! how is your school year going? Off to a good start? #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Georgina from SoCal, glad that #1stchat is back!

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi, Georgina! Glad you are here! #1stchat

In reply to @GtanakaTanaka

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi Georgina, glad you are here! #1stchat

In reply to @GtanakaTanaka

mrs_bann Aug 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Following along new to this #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Aug 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

learning procedures and getting to know each other #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

TeachinTexas Aug 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi #1stchat friends! Kristen Whiddon here, 1st grade teacher in the Dallas, Tx area! 🤗

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Welcome! We are so glad you are joining in! #1stchat

In reply to @mrs_bann

FirstAtBat Aug 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi #1stchat friends. A good break from making my plans for the week. I am Terry, 2nd gr T in Fl

mrs_bann Aug 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Rachel Banning first grade teacher LPS Lecanto Florida #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi, Kristen! How are you tonight? #1stchat

In reply to @TeachinTexas

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi Kristen, glad to see you! #1stchat

In reply to @TeachinTexas

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi, Rachel! Must be friends with @FirstAtBat ? #1stchat

In reply to @mrs_bann, @FirstAtBat

FirstAtBat Aug 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Yay Rachel. So happy to see you here. My favorite chat. #1stchat

mrs_bann Aug 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Rachel Banning first grade teacher LPS Lecanto Florida #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1: Share goals you've made for the new year (school, home)! #1stchat

massignmenthelp Aug 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

8 Ways to Definitely Get Admission in Harvard University https://t.co/cDChpVJWTj #1stchat #21stedchat #apchat #edchatri

AssignmentHelpN Aug 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

This is Why Project Based Learning is the Future of Classroom Teaching https://t.co/DO1t8BT1wO #1stchat #21stedchat #apchat #edchatri

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

I don't know about you guys, but I'm READY for the new year!! #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1 is on deck! #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1: Share goals you've made for the new year (school, home)! #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1 - I'm aiming to continue #personalizedlearning for writer's workshop and add it to math workshop #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Still lots to do, of course, but I'm ready for routine in my life! LOL #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

I don't know about you guys, but I'm READY for the new year!! #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT

We are using the Q1 and A1 format again tonight! #1stchat

cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT

#1stchat Hi my friends, Claire here from Vermont! School starts up this week. Sad that summer is ending and excited to see my new kiddos

Woods1stgrade Aug 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: to be intentional with my lesson planning, activites and in my personal life with eating habits and with my family #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1 I'm implementing blended learning. Continue to focus on why and how students learn. Build a student centered learning community. #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Me too! Can't wait to meet my class and their parents! #1stchat

In reply to @cdmom

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hi, Claire! Same here. #1stchat

In reply to @cdmom

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: we've been working on home goals this summer. Husband unpacked his last box (we moved 2 yrs ago) getting ready for holidays #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT

I've wanted to learn more about Blended Learning -- wonder if I'm doing parts of it already? #1stchat I'll be following your journey!

In reply to @lekadegroot

mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hello #1stchat! Joining late tonight. Michelle from WI

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 Goal: More balance between work/school and home life. Also, finding positive ways to deal with stress. #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1- I also want to continue to #konmari my classroom #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1 personal goal... not to gain any weight this fall (I do EVERy fall) I'm trying once a month cooking! #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Ohhhhh! Once a month cooking sounds intriguing! #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: home goal=eat healthier, exercise daily, school=conferencing more effectively and organizing for it #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: school-I need to fall in love w/writers workshop, focus on intentional talk Day 2 for math instruction #cgi #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1- Some personal goals I have are more exercise and water; stay on track with my #daveramsey journey, and eat healthier! #1stchat

FirstAtBat Aug 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

I'll be right back, trying to set up a Skype call for tomorrow's eclipse #1stchat

TeachinTexas Aug 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Personal goal: Read for pleasure😊📚 School goal: Class twitter, Lego learning, MORE stem, & build an amazing PLC with my team! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

right? I made 20 freezer meals in two days (about 6 hrs). We will grill & pizza in between:) #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

I do 1x a month meal planning, but not cooking! I use google calendar & my husband subscribes to it so he knows when it's his turn #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Yes, drinking more water! That's an ongoing goal of mine :) #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1- Some personal goals I have are more exercise and water; stay on track with my #daveramsey journey, and eat healthier! #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

? What's this? #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#1stchat A1 School goal is to stay organized, to push the kindness mantra all day every day, Home to keep the dishes done LOL

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

You are so organized:) #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

TeachinTexas Aug 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 continued: I also want to improve and deepen my one-on-one conferring for reading &a writing!! #somanygoals😂 #1stchat

mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Well that may not work for my picky family but I'm definitely planning on Sunday for lunches #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham, @lekadegroot

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

3 out of 5 of our 1st grade teachers are "new" this year #1stchat -- Love your goal abt building a PLC with your team <3

In reply to @TeachinTexas

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

I try...! LOL #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Yes, I'm also working on this with my mentor. #1stchat

In reply to @TeachinTexas

cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

#1stchat Great idea, I need to do some meal planning myself.....life is so much simpler when I do.

In reply to @jessicameacham, @lekadegroot

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

She wrote a book! There's a teacher group on FB https://t.co/3f1HsK7uGP #1stchat

In reply to @GtanakaTanaka

mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Wow! That's a lot! We have a new T from S Door named Tricia, do you know her? #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham, @TeachinTexas

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

This is another goal for me - - I'll be using the newish app @TheGROApp to help organize data, notes, and lessons #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Yes, I'm also working on this with my mentor. #1stchat
In reply to @TeachinTexas

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Everyone on our 1st grade team was new last year with the exception of me. It was our best team ever! #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham, @TeachinTexas

cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

#1stchat more great goals....I'm with you.....I want more than 10,000 steps every day. and zumba 3 times a week.

In reply to @jessicameacham

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Just a reminder about our questions for tonight's #1stchat =)

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

YESsssssss...but she is moving to a different district now #1stchat =( great loss for our staff and students!

In reply to @mflicek1, @TeachinTexas

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

I knew it sounded like a Japanese word!! But still not completely sure what it is... LOL I have to check into it. #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham, @GtanakaTanaka

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Purposeful intent for all things present in your life...so at school -- what do I need, what brings joy... #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @GtanakaTanaka

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Q2: Where do you go, or who do you read for inspiration/goal-making? #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

I think I saw a segment on @CBSThisMorning during the summer #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @jessicameacham, @CBSThisMorning

mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Ooooh!! I love Zumba! Wanted to do more this summer but just didn't happen:( a goal of mine also. #1stchat

In reply to @cdmom, @jessicameacham

cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

#1stchat A1 School goal: to be a fly-by mentor to all the 12 new teachers at my school.......we had a huge turn over this year.

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Q2 is on deck! #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Q2: Where do you go, or who do you read for inspiration/goal-making? #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 - I find a lot of inspiration from my online #PLN (you!) on Twitter and in teacher Facebook groups #1stchat

mrs_bann Aug 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 well that's why I am here looking for help setting and reaching goals. I have a few vet t I go to. Looking to expand seeking #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Aug 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: my #1stchat twitter PLN is the biggest inspiration and encouragement for me.

TeachinTexas Aug 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Reading Teach Like a Pirate which is totally firing me up! I also ❤️ Twitter & Insta for inspiration, teachers are amazing! #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 - But my BIGGEST inspiration are my Ss -- they give me reasons to get better to help meet their needs, be efficient, etc #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 Rereading "Choice Words" by Peter Johnston. Reminds me of importance of teacher language choice & power of growth mindset. #1stchat

mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Twitter and FB page specific to first grade #1stchat

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Joining #1stchat late from New Hampshire!

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Duh! I think they named it after the author's name. I thought it was an ancient belief or something. intrigued. I will check it out #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham, @GtanakaTanaka

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Welcome!! #1stchat

In reply to @CarylPawlusiak

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Hi Cary, glad you are here! #1stchat

In reply to @CarylPawlusiak

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Love his books & messages! #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 Rereading "Choice Words" by Peter Johnston. Reminds me of importance of teacher language choice & power of growth mindset. #1stchat

cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT

#1stchat A2 My inspiration comes from The Innovator's Mindset @gcouros He is very inspirational. I love everything he shares.

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Yes, read that as a book study last year. Powerful, always thinking about my choice of words. #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Ummmm.....GULP....THIS JUST HAPPENED--- =) #1stchat

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: My inspiration comes from a few colleagues and my Twitter PLNs #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 PLN right here #1stchat, professional books & when I get challenged in my classroom I try something new. #1stchat

cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

#1stchat Hi there @valruckes I've missed tweeting with you. I'm glad you're back.

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Adding it to my reading list, too many to read before school starts next week! #1stchat

In reply to @GtanakaTanaka, @valruckes

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Thanks a bunch! I've missed this PLN! #1stchat

In reply to @cdmom

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Whooooaaaahhh...I think it is a different one...one that used to work at Southern Door! #1stchat

In reply to @mflicek1, @TeachinTexas

mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: I think Ron Clark has done really inspiring books/thoughts. Loved Move That Bus #1stchat

cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

#1stchat I agree with you and TLAP @burgessdave is fantastic too. And Twitter of course

In reply to @TeachinTexas, @burgessdave

cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

#1stchat Yup you're right our PLN is very inspirational. I love it too.

In reply to @Woods1stgrade

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Has anyone ever visited the Ron Clark Academy? I've heard good things... #1stchat

mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: I think Ron Clark has done really inspiring books/thoughts. Loved Move That Bus #1stchat

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2: @balancedteacher has been my inspiration for choice and #SEL skills this past year. #1stchat

Kenny_pal2 Aug 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Talk of " #1stchat " on free chat Chat channel https://t.co/VOw4MjkjTc

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3: Tips and tricks to share for keeping up with goals, tracking progress? #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A2 Love "The Curious Classroom" by @smokeylit #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3 is on deck! #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3: Tips and tricks to share for keeping up with goals, tracking progress? #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3 - I love to use digital tools to help me keep track of goals like Goal Tracker #1stchat https://t.co/UwXWZWJQ7W

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3 Share your vision with others. The more I tell, the more I am held accountable:) #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

So true! #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: I am so old fashioned with lots of checklists! Sharing goals with peers helps keep them in the forefront of our minds #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Aug 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: for Ss I'm going to have them put theirs in @seesaw and revisit every couple of weeks, for me I need help #1stchat

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

True! It is too easy to make excuses if no one else knows. #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3 - Other digital tools that help me with goals, tracking are Google Keep, Calendar, and Evernote #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Are they going to put on the blog? #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

FirstAtBat Aug 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

I am back! #1stchat Sorry

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3 Find someone to hold you accountable. My personal training pushes me to try harder. I can be a workout whiner at times. lol #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Aug 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

probably not #1stchat

In reply to @GtanakaTanaka, @Seesaw

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Just a posting like a journal entry #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#1stchat Oh I like this Traci putting Ss goals into @seesaw then revisiting. It really hold them accountable. Great idea!

Woods1stgrade Aug 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: for Ss I'm going to have them put theirs in @seesaw and revisit every couple of weeks, for me I need help #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT

👍🏻 I like it! #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT

I like to join fitness/nutrition accountability groups every now and then! #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Our 1st grade team has started a yoga club this year. We are going together after work. #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

I like this. My district wants us to have "data walls" for "goal setting" & ive been fighting that for awhile. #notthesamething #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

#1stchat me too.....I'm a workout whiner.

In reply to @valruckes

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

I like this idea too! I could pair it with our personalized learning goals in writing (and hopefully math this year). #1stchat

In reply to @cdmom, @Seesaw

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

I've always done hopes and dreams for the year but need to work on short term goals for Ss. #1stchat

In reply to @GtanakaTanaka, @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

How will ss set goals? #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT

And with @Seesaw they can explain what means to them to have that particular goal or that set of goals -- in their own words. #1stchat

In reply to @cdmom, @Seesaw, @Seesaw

FirstAtBat Aug 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT

I feel like I need to choose a consistent day and time that we reflect on goals. Otherwise it gets pushed aside. #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT

And of course REFLECT on @seesaw their progress made toward their goals! #excited #1stchat

In reply to @cdmom, @Seesaw, @Seesaw

cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT

#1stchat We do this as a whole school after each report card session. I don't find it effective.

In reply to @GtanakaTanaka, @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

Woods1stgrade Aug 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Ss goal setting was my goal last year, but I learned I needed more follow through, we used post it notes, #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

How will ss set goals? #1stchat
In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT

My ss record their reading every month, evaluate in fluency, accuracy & comprehension then set a goal for the following year. #1stchat

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT

How do they record this? #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Data walls in classrooms or in teacher spaces? #1stchat We've moved away from data walls and more toward spreadsheets

In reply to @cdmom, @GtanakaTanaka, @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

Woods1stgrade Aug 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT

I met with each Ss after initial testing and we picked 1 thing to work on, baby steps that they could see #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

How will ss set goals? #1stchat
In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Why? I visited a building that had a data room with data walls. It was awesome! Could have some powerful conversations w/data. #1stchat

In reply to @GtanakaTanaka, @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

FirstAtBat Aug 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Did you use @EasyblogDotOrg to record? I have said I want to do that, and haven't yet. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT

My ss record their reading every month, evaluate in fluency, accuracy & comprehension then set a goal for the following year. #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q4: Have you designed and/or set up your room yet? What changes did you make this year? #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

I agree! I haven't done it yet. I've been ignoring the suggestion. #1stchat

In reply to @cdmom, @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

#1stchat I would think Ss might have a vocabulary goal to master words or read at a higher level or master math facts.

In reply to @lekadegroot, @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

We had a principal who posted all the data on his walls and it became more about numbers and less about Ss #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes, @GtanakaTanaka, @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

FirstAtBat Aug 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4: Really thinking through routines, especially how to use flexible seating. I made mistakes last yr. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q4 is on deck! #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q4: Have you designed and/or set up your room yet? What changes did you make this year? #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4 - Yes- All set up! I did a little bit of #konmari in my room...removed (gave away) some materials/storage, purged, organized #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

In classrooms 😩#1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham, @cdmom, @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Oh no!!! #1stchat

In reply to @GtanakaTanaka, @cdmom, @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Yes, but they want it in our classrooms. 😩 #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes, @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

DonnaWeth Aug 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

New to @seesaw or already a pro join #3rdchat on Wednesday at 8CDT to chat! #1stchat #2ndchat #4thchat #5thchat #eduar

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: I've eliminated my T desk. Everything else is a mess and I'm setting up tomorrow! #1stchat

FirstAtBat Aug 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: Added maps this year. I want to pin our connections and see the places we connect to. I have a world and USA #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

I agree! We've had a data wall in our teacher meeting space in the past. #1stchat

In reply to @CarylPawlusiak, @valruckes, @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4 No...We start after Labor Day! Planning to do more with alternative seating this year! #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

I said goodbye to my teacher desk 20 years ago....I've only been teaching 21 years. LOL #donotmissit #1stchat

In reply to @CarylPawlusiak

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

I used @EasyblogDotOrg and ss used this form (comprehension strategy changes every month.) #1stchat

In reply to @CarylPawlusiak, @EasyblogDotOrg

Woods1stgrade Aug 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Room pics, school has a pirate theme this year, #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Yep! #1stchat

In reply to @FirstAtBat, @EasyblogDotOrg

TeachinTexas Aug 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4: We started school last week so I'm done with classroom setup😂 I did get rid of more desks this year! Loving how it's flowing!! #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Congrats! I haven't had a teacher desk for years. Don't miss it at all. #1stchat

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GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Also, it becomes about the level and not about the skills the Ss has and is working on. #1stchat

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cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

#1stchat A4 I am almost set up. I've done lots of sorting out, rearranging, purging, making a pile of stuff to give to new teachers.

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

That brings me some relief. I tend to spread books and papers out--wonder where it will land now! #1stchat

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Woods1stgrade Aug 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

lol, I added mine back, I just find it easier for me to stay organized, that's what flexible seating is about , where we work best #1stchat

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: I've eliminated my T desk. Everything else is a mess and I'm setting up tomorrow! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Math facts... good idea. I want to do goal setting in math too, but not sure how I would do it yet. #1stchat

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CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

This is a great tool! Simple and perfect for my Ss #1stchat

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jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

This has been our challenge...moving away from benchmark talk (levels, constructs) to SKILL SETS (what the child has control of) #1stchat

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cybraryman1 Aug 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4 My Beginning of School pages https://t.co/YIn8g65WsO has Organizing Your Classroom & Setting Up Your Classroom pages #1stchat

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT

I'm jealous of your GIANT classroom! #1stchat

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FirstAtBat Aug 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT

This is awesome! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

I used @EasyblogDotOrg and ss used this form (comprehension strategy changes every month.) #1stchat
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jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

I have three landing spots! Three baskets... TINA, Mrs. Meacham's Mess, and Fix it Fred #1stchat https://t.co/eufNlnRopE

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mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Still have mine also but I let Ss work there too #1stchat

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CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

I've moved rooms twice and keep getting a smaller room with as much or more furniture. Something had to give! #1stchat

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FirstAtBat Aug 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

The principal who hired me (1999) was against teacher desks so I have never had one. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

No teacher desk either but having an issue with all my small tools. I made this toolbox & love it! #1stchat

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Mrs. Pawlusiak's mess seems about right! Thx for the idea #1stchat

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jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

That's how mine started....my second year, I moved to a different district and desks were not allowed - very S focused #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Your mess is impressively small:) #1stchat

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mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Love these easy baskets! #1stchat

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GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A4: all set up! We started school last week. I got my rug replaced and it's a larger area, more room for all the Ss to sit #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT

You didn't see poor Fix it Fred at the end of last year. I had concern Ss - "Mrs. Meacham! Fred needs help!!" LOL #1stchat

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CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT

I did manage to put all my odds and ends and notepads into a 3 drawer system. #1stchat

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mrs_bann Aug 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A4 already set up going into the 2 full week started in cluster seating but quickly made a change when it wasn't working for ss #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q5: Tell us about the spaces and places in your room! Share pictures if possible! #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q5 is on deck! #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q5: Tell us about the spaces and places in your room! Share pictures if possible! #1stchat

cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

#1stchat very interesting I like the idea of Skill sets.....what the CHILD has control of......so much more meaningful.

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mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A4: classroom is looking pretty good, starting Bridges Math this year so changing things up #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5 - Areas include Guided Instruction Table, Whole Class Gathering Area, "Living Room," & seating options #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Aug 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5: students have a home spot they pick, but there are 5 areas for centers, and lots of floor, rug space for independent work, #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

HONESTLY -- I learn SO MUCH from our Title 1 staff <3 #1stchat -- have to give them a lot of credit for pushing me/our staff.

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mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5: my fav spot is our class Makerspace #1stchat

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

We are moving towards competencies this year and will be able to focus more on each Ss skills. #1stchat

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jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Our goal is to create an ELEM makerspace this year/next year #cannotwait #1stchat

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CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Yes, the desks do take up quite a bit of room! #1stchat

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jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5- another area is our self-regulation (calm down, quiet spot, etc) area -- LOVE IT! #1stchat We add photos of families!

mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT

We just created ours last year but hoping to see it soar this year! #1stchat

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mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT

My cool down corner is a must! I like the family pic idea! #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5- another area is our self-regulation (calm down, quiet spot, etc) area -- LOVE IT! #1stchat We add photos of families!

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT

I might add this to my room... have to wait and see if there is a need... #1stchat

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valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5 Spaces in my room include: meeting area, writing center, small group area, Safe Place and classroom library. #1stchat

cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT

#1stchat I also still have and love my desk......but also let Ss work there too.

mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Still have mine also but I let Ss work there too #1stchat
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jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Last year's Ss didn't use it hardly at all. Previous years....there were times we had a line!! 😂#1stchat

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valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Each teacher in our building has this area in their classrooms. We call it the "Safe Place". #1stchat

mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT
My cool down corner is a must! I like the family pic idea! #1stchat
- jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT
  
  A5- another area is our self-regulation (calm down, quiet spot, etc) area -- LOVE IT! #1stchat We add photos of families!

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A5: Whole group meeting area, small group instruction table, group work tables, library and S desk. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Anyone have a picture of your writing center/resource area? #1stchat

TeachinTexas Aug 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A5: I feel like I truly have a flexible seating environment finally! First picture is last year, next picture is this year. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A5 Another important space=The Walls. Want to capture and show students' thinking and learning. #1stchat

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Do Ss pick a different spot each day? #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Wonder Wall is back in my room! Excited:) #1stchat

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cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#1stchat A5 plan on having a Peace Center 4 mindfulness with a soft chair fidget toys, stuffed animals, coloring to help give Ss time away

FirstAtBat Aug 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

So many of you have such spacious classrooms. #1stchat

TeachinTexas Aug 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A5: I feel like I truly have a flexible seating environment finally! First picture is last year, next picture is this year. #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Do you have a picture? #1stchat

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EduGladiators Aug 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

🤔Do you wear the "white hat" 4 Ss? #EduGladiators SATURDAY 💥8amCT/9amET💥+ share advocacy tips on @Flipgrid 📲https://t.co/LLhVTsrWc4 #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q6: Final thoughts? Share favorite quotes, memes, books, sites about goal making & designing spaces, #1stchat =)

Woods1stgrade Aug 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

my Ss do, but it's only a home base we move around all day #1stchat

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Do Ss pick a different spot each day? #1stchat
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jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

#1stchat Here's mine! I changed it a little this year... https://t.co/nFpqGgbWVF

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jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6- Inspiration from the ever-wise, @krissyvenosdale #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6- Inspiration from the ever-wise, @krissyvenosdale #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6- Inspiration from the ever-wise, @krissyvenosdale #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6- Inspiration from the ever-wise, @krissyvenosdale #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Not yet... Once Ss start I want to take a picture of them. I will share once it's completed. #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Thanks! #1stchat

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mflicek1 Aug 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Thanks everyone for a great #1stchat! First meetings start tomorrow for me &we are 2 weeks out before school starts! Thanks @jessicameacham

Woods1stgrade Aug 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Have a great week everyone, I look forward to getting back into the swing of things!! #1stchat

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

This is awesome inspiration for my work in the room tomorrow! #1stchat

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cdmom Aug 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

#1stchat A6 I often changing things around after Ss have arrived. We adjust to make our room our own. I allow lots of Ss input.

GtanakaTanaka Aug 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Thanks @jessicameacham for a great chat. Day 4 is tomorrow! Have a great week everyone #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Next week I would like to have a Q & A session! Please bring some burning questions to ask this fabulous PLN! #1stchat

TeachinTexas Aug 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6: The classroom belongs to the students! Yes, I like to say it's my happy place, but everything in our classroom is FOR THE KIDS. #1stchat

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Always learning! #1stchat

CarylPawlusiak Aug 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Truth! #1stchat

TeachinTexas Aug 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6: The classroom belongs to the students! Yes, I like to say it's my happy place, but everything in our classroom is FOR THE KIDS. #1stchat

mrs_bann Aug 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

I am loving all of your spaces and I am flooded with inspiration #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Night all! #1stchat THANKS for coming! Add next week's chat to your calendar....I just did! =)