#TLAP is a weekly chat for educators who embrace author, keynote speaker, and moderator David Burgess' approach of teaching like a pirate. Burgess is author of Teach Like A PIRATE: Increase Student Engagement, Boost Your Creativity, and Transform Your Life as an Educator and co-author of P is for PIRATE: Inspirational ABC’s for Educators.
Welcome to #TLAP ! Super excited to steer the pirate ship for @burgessdave & ☠️ crew!
Please introduce yourself and share your fav Academy Awards moment! 🎬
Phil from Northern VA signing in! I teach 7th grade US History II. I was watching The Walking Dead during the Academy Awards, but enjoyed watching the recap of it on the news today! #tlap
Hello! AnnMarie from Wisconsin, proud fourth grade teacher, keeping warm in a snowstorm. My fav Oscar's moment last night was This is Me. So powerful. #myanthem#thisisme#tlap
Roman from Ontario, Canada. HS Teacher/Student Success Leader/Agent of Transformation. Joining in #tlap with @bmilla84 beside me from Florida! Favourite moment: This is Me being performed! EPIC song!
Hey #tlap! Louie checking in from Lancaster, PA. Middle School SS T here. Not a fan of all the awards shows... But, I was catching up on @HowToGetAwayABC!
Kari Vicars, Principal, Summers County, WV, Currently experiencing a statewide teacher strike. Can't wait for #tlap to lift my spirits! Ready to get back to work!
Jeff from Ohio. I work with teachers around the country, helping them to reach more students with trainings like @thegridmethod and #teachfurther Love learning from this awesome #TLAP PLN!
Jared Speight, High School Social Studies Teacher in NC. Didn't watch the awards show, but loved seeing the clip of @HamillHimself casually introducing himself to @GalGadot before they surprised moviegoers with concessions #tlap
Hi #tlap. It's been too long. I'm Ku, Learning Coach, Argentina. I only saw highlights from the Academy Awards, but what I loved best was the celebration of inclusion and diversity.
✨Hi, #TLAP Crew! I’m Kimberly from Nebraska. I teach 7th grade ELA. My favorite part of awards shows are always the grand entrances that happen on the red carpet! Such a fun topic tonight, @tishrich! ✨#TLAP
The stage set for the Academy Awards is spectacular! 🌟
Q1: Share some ideas for using the Interior Design Hook to create the ultimate “red carpet” atmosphere in your classroom.
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Joining #tlap for the 1st time. Rachael Collins, Middle School Social Science Middle. SoCal teacher, not too far from Hollywood but I didn't watch the Oscars!
A1: Rolling out a red carpet is a must! Create stage with fabric, dim lighting, twinkly lights, and microphones for acceptance speeches. Have lots of people with cameras snapping pics!
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Good evening— gotta say - those duet photos in the Welcome look pretty great !! I’m working alone tonight but loving the nifty team photos, so .... woody signing in from prolly 60 degrees warmer than George !! #tlap
A1: Next year, as a 1st year teacher, I plan on transforming my classroom based on what we are studying. I have been so inspired by @RaeHughart and want to create at least one unit using the @thegridmethod so that I can create a meaningful learning experience. #tlap
A1. Man this is a good question. I am really picking my brain.
So, to create the red carpet atmosphere, make each student feel like a ROCK STAR every single day. Even if they have to stumble and productively struggle, brag on their accomplishments. #tlap
A1: For my teachers, I went missing on the 1st work day back & created a video like I was captured by pirates. They had to do a scavenger hunt around the school to find me! IT WAS AWESOME! #tlap
The stage set for the Academy Awards is spectacular! 🌟
Q1: Share some ideas for using the Interior Design Hook to create the ultimate “red carpet” atmosphere in your classroom.
#TLAP
A1:Our front office has done a great job of creating an engaging backdrop all year (Olympics, winter wonderland,Thksgiving).It is a warm environment for Ss to walk into. We also set up a huge inflatable this year playing music to welcome Ss in for #daringdecember#tlap
A1: My favorite one is probably when I have my students build trenches in my room during WWI. We flip desks and everything. I turn the lights on and off to show the passing of time before we start the war. Students love it! #tlap
A1 We turned my class into Yorktown by flipping desk over and creating bunkers and ships, we turned our hallways into different biomes, we created a ship to discuss migration theories #tlap
The stage set for the Academy Awards is spectacular! 🌟
Q1: Share some ideas for using the Interior Design Hook to create the ultimate “red carpet” atmosphere in your classroom.
#TLAP
A1: After completing a video for Novel-in-An-Hour, we hosted a special showing complete with guests. We added the movie credits, soundtrack snippets, etc...Such fun! #tlap
A1: To introduce the Proclamation of 1763, it’s great when I put up caution tape and have 20 or more Ss crammed into 1/4th of the room. I try to play off the caution tape like something is wrong with the ceiling tiles - I’m a bad liar. #tlap
The stage set for the Academy Awards is spectacular! 🌟
Q1: Share some ideas for using the Interior Design Hook to create the ultimate “red carpet” atmosphere in your classroom.
#TLAP
A1: We do something called a clap-in for all new students at the beginning of the year and we clap-out for those moving on at the end of the year #tlap Ss walk through all other students
A1: I believe "gift wrapping" a room is a great way to increase participation and questions from students. The concept can be done by posting student work, pictures, posters, etc. Making sure they connect with the concept which is being taught. #tlap
A1: When presenting our class made music video, I rolled out “red carpet” using red butcher paper. Since the kids were the stars, script writers, and choreographers, they got to celebrate by walking in in-style! #tlap
The stage set for the Academy Awards is spectacular! 🌟
Q1: Share some ideas for using the Interior Design Hook to create the ultimate “red carpet” atmosphere in your classroom.
#TLAP
A1 I've done the "Ticket-at-the-door" scenario that if they finished reading the story they earned a ticket to the performance as we watched the story come to life with the movie.. the book is always better. #tlap
A1: Hmmm, well I try to greet my kiddos at the door, they are Freshmen, so the cool approach seems to work. Consistency, I am just consistent, how was your weekend, high fives, fist bumps, how was your game. #TLAP
A1. We do this with our SOAR awards each year for our Ss. When they test in dist, prof., etc. we hand out metals, have paparazi, red carpet rolled out! Fancy attire worn! Special occasion! #tlap
Thanks! It was amazing! That SAME day, I took them on a mystery field trip...It was to our local university that has an adult Makerspace, we we coded robots! This is my first year as the Lead Learner! #tlap
A1:Have a plan, where are students going to sit. Have a small goodie bag with school supplies. Take pictures as they walk down the hall and into your classroom. #tlap
✨A1: Paper over the walls, table cloths, and various lighting effects are my top 3 must haves in a room transformation. Low cost, but high impact!✨ #TLAP
A1 This year, I'm trying new things with room transformations. I painted some glow in the dark planets and cut out stars to hang tomorrow for our new unit on the solar system. #TLAP
A1: I have turned my room into a lunar landing, a sixties party, Ellis Island, Salem Witchcraft Trials, the lair of the Red Scare super villain, a boot camp obstacle course, a courtroom, Ford's Theater, and MORE!! #tlap Transform the space!
We use gamification in my classroom! I transform my room into a jungle complete with bulletin board trees and fake plants everywhere! Ilk try and find a picture. :) #tlap
I clapped in my 6th graders since they were clapped out of their elementary school. DId it for the first time this year and it was awesome! Great way to keep the district together! #tlap
A:1 we designed forts with our desks completely tearing apart the classroom. Then we had a marshmallow battle to see whose fort was the best design! #tlap
A1 I want lights, cameras, their oictures and headshots and a round stage in my class that can be used to promote voice and celebration. Students need to live moments of joy, gratitude & celebrations to honor their learning. Use Ss to help design ideas. #tlap
The stage set for the Academy Awards is spectacular! 🌟
Q1: Share some ideas for using the Interior Design Hook to create the ultimate “red carpet” atmosphere in your classroom.
#TLAP
A1 My goal is to make my classroom feel like a home. We become a family, so it only makes sense to start with a space that is comfortable, inviting, and safe. #tlap
Sharing this great resource I found from FB with my staff to challenge them to make positive phone calls this month... Promote the positive and celebrate kids with 2 calls per day! All completed challenges entered to win awesome prizes! #323learns#leadlap#tlap#kidsdeserveit
A1. It does not have to be about your subject. MAKE EVERY KID FEEL SPECIAL! If its a sport or academics, brag on them. Let them know you care. Success is success. #tlap
A1: I too went with the string lights and LED lights around my boards for ambiance. I was inspired by the dance celebrations at the @ronclarkacademy! #TLAP
A1: I am an aspiring teacher, but currently a sophomore at Chapman University! I think my interior design hook would be some lights, cool desk layouts so that students will be engaged in learning! #tlap
A1: I'm not so good at decorating the classroom for what we're studying, but I roll out the red carpet and put the spotlight on my students when I can. I make space to display their work, in the room and online. #tlap
The stage set for the Academy Awards is spectacular! 🌟
Q1: Share some ideas for using the Interior Design Hook to create the ultimate “red carpet” atmosphere in your classroom.
#TLAP
The physical environment can drastically improve your students' engagement from the moment they walk into the room. I.E. If you teach history, you can redesign your room based on the time period of the content/unit #tlap
The stage set for the Academy Awards is spectacular! 🌟
Q1: Share some ideas for using the Interior Design Hook to create the ultimate “red carpet” atmosphere in your classroom.
#TLAP
A1 I enjoy seeing Ts spice it up in their rooms. It’s amazing what some paint, lighting, and decorations will do. Set the stage for Ss to perform! #TLAP
A1: How about movie posters and 'billboards' of students? Make them the stars of the class and show them off. Never done it but think it would be pretty interesting! #tlap
The stage set for the Academy Awards is spectacular! 🌟
Q1: Share some ideas for using the Interior Design Hook to create the ultimate “red carpet” atmosphere in your classroom.
#TLAP
A1 turning my classroom into ASIA soon with several assorted pagodas- origami - calligraphy - literature - watercolor - video - research etc ... and lots and lots of paper fans!! #tlap
A1: in general, I love having my desks grouped to encourage collaboration, and to have Ss help one another. I love when I see my Ss helping each other! We are a mini learning community. #tlap
A1: As students enter, I set the tone by “audio design”. Finding the right song for students to enter the room to has always been something I take seriously (maybe too seriously 😂) I will often ask myself “What message do you want to convey today?” before picking a jam. #tlap
Movie stars get lots of media attention from the reporters and paparazzi as they make their way down the red carpet. 📸
Q2: How could you bring local & global media atten to your “red carpet” experience?
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A1: I have used a “red carpet” before, each S walked down like the superstar they are! We cheer one another on for our accomplishments and efforts, every day, with our microphone and songs handy! My next project for our room is going to be a stage, with lights! #tlap
I clapped in my 6th graders since they were clapped out of their elementary school. DId it for the first time this year and it was awesome! Great way to keep the district together! #tlap
A1: created a crime scene when we were writing narratives and developing characters (suspects) & recently created a courtroom for a mock trial! (complete with robe and gavel too!) #tlap
A1: I have a special red sparkle chair! Whenever students bring in a family project or have something to show the class they get to sit in the "red share chair" they know the spotlight is on them when they're in the share chair! It's their time to shine like a star! ⭐️#TLAP
A1: with my HP theme this year I have “hour glasses” with house points displayed, a sorting hat, and ASMR HP rooms on for ambiance, both setting and sound #tlap
A1: The physical environment can drastically improve your students' engagement from the moment they walk into the room. I.E. If you teach history, you can redesign your room based on the time period of the content/unit #tlap
The stage set for the Academy Awards is spectacular! 🌟
Q1: Share some ideas for using the Interior Design Hook to create the ultimate “red carpet” atmosphere in your classroom.
#TLAP
A1: My “Camp Read S’More” classroom is filled with fifth grade campers! I’ve got everyone’s pic on the wall, special reading merit badges to earn through the year, camp chairs to read in, a grassy carpet spot for read-aloud, and a CAMPFIRE made of orange lights! 🔥#tlap#masdtlap
Same here, I gamified a class with a storyline and set my online class up to fit the content - but I'm terrible at setting my physical room up in a way that reflects what we're studying. #tlap
A1: Could be as simple as draping fabric over tables and create a "time machine" for a breakout.
Students crawled through it to travel to the middle ages! #tlap
A2: Invite your district communications specialist, local TV stations to take part in the event. Create a Twitter # that those in attendance can tweet to and tag your district & others that would spread the word.
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Always fun joining #tlap with you at the helm, Tisha! Hoping to host #tlap one day myself (I'm dreamin' 😁)
Scott from NJ and I won't lie, I'm not much of an Academy Awards guy.
A1: To introduce the Proclamation of 1763, it’s great when I put up caution tape and have 20 or more Ss crammed into 1/4th of the room. I try to play off the caution tape like something is wrong with the ceiling tiles - I’m a bad liar. #tlap
A1: I recently created a football field for our Super Bowl Math Showdown! Also love doing the crime scene for our C.O.P.S. grammar stations!! Love room transformations! #TLAP
A1- I think you can set the stage by creating a room that is homey and inviting. We are all in these rooms for 9 months so they better be something we would like to be in. Accent lighting, comfy spots, rugs, pillows, flex seating/standing #TLAP
A1: Oh! And a bad ass Speakeasy!! Tips: Music, lighting, props, special entries, remove disks if needed, create walls inside the room with drop down cloths, even use space outside the room. Cover walls to create blank canvas and then add on top #tlap
A2: I would try to share what I am doing on social media such as Twitter and Instagram. I would like to get local communities to help out and have community outreach like, once again, @RaeHughart does. #tlap
A 1: Imagining my classroom for next year as I plan my return, and my mind drifts here often. I reallly want to try #flexibleseating with high schoolers but don't know many English teachers that have tried it. I think kids would feel like stars (and trusted almost-adults). #tlap
A:1 one other activity we did this year is allowing the kids to design the classroom. One suggested the ceiling tiles. So they each drew their favorite book cover on the tiles and now our ceiling is fantabulous! #tlap
Me too! I helped power wash the outside of the building and all of the bathrooms...You should do something awesome, it was a great start to our year for sure! #tlap
A1 We read Hatchet last year so I locked my students out, turned off the lights, & played nature sounds. They searched the room for QR codes that lead them on a survival quest. It wasn't a total transformation but it was awesome. #tlaphttps://t.co/z8LzveKCjH
A1. We do a Walk of Champions. Not just sports but other areas. The kids say they hate it. But they really enjoy being acknowledged for their accomplishments. #tlap
I would appreciate you sharing your reason why you think pre-service teachers should connect on Twitter and if you have been impacted by my Twitter usage in anyway. I want to share this with my college of education and my professors. Thank you!
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A1) To create the Red Carpet treatment I'm challenging myself to greet as many students possible by name as they enter each class, intentional use of music to set tone and arranging desks differently creates Ss interest. #tlap
A1: Right now I have been playing music and greeting students in the parking lot at school and I have dressed in costumes but always looking for ideas to change it up and keep students guessing in the mornings #TLAP
1) The red carpet experience begins when the limo door is opened. At school, open car doors, cheer as buses unload, play music, pull a @BethHouf and put on a show out front 🎵🎶, use a microphone and announce kids as they arrive. Their attendance at the event matters. #tlap
Movie stars get lots of media attention from the reporters and paparazzi as they make their way down the red carpet. 📸
Q2: How could you bring local & global media atten to your “red carpet” experience?
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#TLAP I agree. Transformations can be amazing, but kids can be engaged if they see the relevance in what they are learning. Went into a class recently and the students led the discussion. It was so exciting to hear the academic discussion!!!
Hello #tlap crew! I'm Kristen, Elementary Principal from NC, jumping in a little late! Missed the Academy Awards but enjoyed seeing all of the highlights this evening. #weareaycock
A2: I post about it on my website, make invites for parents, ask principals or other staff to come, and reach out to the superintendent or mayor to make a special guest appearance! Asking kiddos to write a letter to a famous person to come helps with writing skills, too! #tlap
Oh wow, if you only knew the significance of "FTF" in my life, lol. Now we have to meet up, so I can share the FTF story. Next time we're down that way we'll come bug ya! #TLAP
A2: using the 8th grade Twitter account and the live feed function as Ss enter and are interviewed or to showcase photo booth shots; recording “interviews” for “fans” to watch on Flipgrid; red carpet looks on a class IG account #tlap
A1. Have students in the design process setting the stage for their learning! #flexibleseating#studentpassions kids enter the room hearing their musical playlists in the morning-
We even break out into a dance party💗 #tlap
A2. We have the Ss and Parents taking pics as Ss are recieving metals and walking the red carpet! Companies also sponsor Ss made comercials through this prsentation of medals! #tlap
A2: Since I use #googleedu in my classroom, I want to put together a slideshow of their work, or maybe just one of their selfies and inspirational quotes!! That would be so fun! #TLAP
A1: My favorite one is probably when I have my students build trenches in my room during WWI. We flip desks and everything. I turn the lights on and off to show the passing of time before we start the war. Students love it! #tlap
A1: In all you do, “go big or go home” attitude. Their learning comes from how you present it. How well you create an experience they will enjoy and remember. These are where the connections occur. I defibitely@have to work on this factor..: #tlap
A2: With science, I have tried to get a meterologist to Skype with us, but they never respond to me! NEVER! I’m now working with an AWESOME parent who has connections with @space_tango! We are going to get these kids interested in #aerospace! #tlap
A2: We do our best to promote on Twitter and Facebook. We have local newspapers and a media specialist promote for the district. Patron newsletters highlight happenings. Our boosterthon fundraiser last year got attention (a donation) from all 50 States! #tlap
A2 We have a class twitter & class FB page to share out photos & info of what we're doing in class. Try to tag authors & experts when appropriate. #tlap
A2: We have to tell our story through social media for the message to get out there. I teach high school, but even they can't help but smile a little when I tell them I posted their work on Twitter or on my website. #tlap
Movie stars get lots of media attention from the reporters and paparazzi as they make their way down the red carpet. 📸
Q2: How could you bring local & global media atten to your “red carpet” experience?
#TLAP
Movie stars get lots of media attention from the reporters and paparazzi as they make their way down the red carpet. 📸
Q2: How could you bring local & global media atten to your “red carpet” experience?
#TLAP
A2: Our local, hometown paper prints pictures and information about class events.
We have a staff member who cuts out students' pictures, laminates them & gives them to the students.
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A2: My professor uses Google Classroom, and I think it is a wonderful idea to utilize students from around the country to be a part of the experience through social media! He also uses Flipgrid, a wonderful way to "video chat" and send to other students or professors! #tlap
A1: We did a morning at the Oscars after reading several plays. Students created plays, voted on best actors/actresses, etc... We rolled out a red carpet, built large Oscar statues, had food... The students were MCs and gave acceptance speeches. It was an awesome day!#tlap
A1 I do think that the layout of the room is important. I have a guild set up and a big empty timeline that students fill in throughout the year with THEIR work! #tlap
Movie stars get lots of media attention from the reporters and paparazzi as they make their way down the red carpet. 📸
Q2: How could you bring local & global media atten to your “red carpet” experience?
#TLAP
A2: We use twitter and FB to share with our community and the world. We had an amazing assembly with @SuperYouFun and @LourdsLane last week and people from all over loved it #tlap#LeadLAp
A2: I love using SM to share what’s happening in our classroom w/ Ps, Ts, and community members! Also, I like welcoming in others to be a part of our learning experiences! #tlap
A2: We BLAST all of our awesomeness on social media! Our students use Flipgrid, blogging, SeeSaw, & Twitter to share their opinions, dreams, & learning! We EMPOWER them every moment #tlap
A2 we use Twitter, send stuff to the district office to post, & have several TVs around the school that have a slide show of things going on in our building #tlap
A2: Sharing class happenings on our school social media pages #momauguinproud (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram). Use our district #weareEHPS to share across the district. #TLAP
A2: I podcast and blog through https://t.co/FCu2uebRvE and share pictures for my school to send out through social media. I hope to someday be able to write a book and spend some time in it chronicling the cool things I do in my history room! #tlap
A2 You can invite local media to join in the fun. You simply have to use the technology that is available to you. Facebook live, Periscope, YouTube Live, show your classroom and share with the world! Invite them into the learning and celebrations. #tlap
Movie stars get lots of media attention from the reporters and paparazzi as they make their way down the red carpet. 📸
Q2: How could you bring local & global media atten to your “red carpet” experience?
#TLAP
#tlap A1: We have a "running the gauntlet" tradition at our school where the Seniors welcome the Freshman by standing outside the Chapel at their first Fr. class meeting and welcoming/cheering them as they exit. Great tradition.
A1: Oh! And a bad ass Speakeasy!! Tips: Music, lighting, props, special entries, remove disks if needed, create walls inside the room with drop down cloths, even use space outside the room. Cover walls to create blank canvas and then add on top #tlap
A1. We do this with our SOAR awards each year for our Ss. When they test in dist, prof., etc. we hand out metals, have paparazi, red carpet rolled out! Fancy attire worn! Special occasion! #tlap
A2: What’s great about social media is that we are able to share the amazing things our Ss are doing with the world! Post videos and pictures of all of the great things going on in your classroom to share with other classrooms! What a powerful tool tech is! #tlap
A2: Invite the press in! Too often teachers misrepresent doing so as tooting their own horn; however, doing so is more about shining light on the kids you serve than anything else. (See Exhibit A below) #tlap
A2: Share classroom experiences with others through social media. Share pics of class activities and tag your school and district when doing those red carpet events! #tlap
Q2 - I haven’t done this yet, but a colleague has presentations, Art Work, videos up in her room. She has a visitor’s night. Parents, school board and others have attended. It’s pretty darn amazing👍 #TLAP
@BlueHazeWSISD pulls back the curtain for parents by making social media part of their everyday experience. Facebook live shows amazing House Parties and Meetings. #lightscameralearn#tlap
Hello! Stacy, 2nd grade from Tennessee.
A1: I love doing classroom transformations! I have created a bat cave, a hospital, a glow room, and a laboratory! #tlap
A2 We have social media accounts for our school, we also send things in to our district media office who also posts as well as forwards it to our local news. #TLAP
A2: Social Media, Record your own videos and send it to media outlets, or the teacher can even create a blog that documents the classroom experiences. #tlap
Movie stars get lots of media attention from the reporters and paparazzi as they make their way down the red carpet. 📸
Q2: How could you bring local & global media atten to your “red carpet” experience?
#TLAP
A2: I keep in touch with the neighborhoods newspapers to get our info out - we have a parent who writes or school newsletter each month and we try to get those featured too #TLAP
A1: I recently created a football field for our Super Bowl Math Showdown! Also love doing the crime scene for our C.O.P.S. grammar stations!! Love room transformations! #TLAP
A2: Definitely embrace the power of social media! Go live on Facebook, create a #. Anything to build up hype! Promote the awesome things going on in the building! #tlap
2) Don’t ever be afraid to promote your school. Create a positive buzz. If the worst thing people can say about you is you are always tweeting and posting about your amazing school, then you are doing an amazing job. #tlap
A2. I use Twitter and invite community- example- world Read Aloud day invited admin from district and community leaders to come and read to kids;). They ❤️d it! #tlap
A2: Tweet it up!... recently completed the #ideaflood challenge put together by @HeckAwesome (if you don't know about this definitely check it out!)
And the students were floored to see their creations on the recap! They are pumped up for March! #tlap
A1: We're in middle of STEM unit with my first simple transformation based on a book, Tacky & the Winter Games. Everything is penguins and Olympics! #tlap
A summer display from @DeniseHahnd collecting photos from everyone's summer with a small description of where they went is a huge hit! Always a cool display and neat to look at. #tlap
✨A2: INVITE THE PAPARAZZI! Our local newspaper loves to cover fun events that are happening in our schools! @YNTSteph did an awesome write-up on our Teen Lit Olympics! #TLAPhttps://t.co/9TPlh2T5R5
People are drawn to the glitz & glamour of the star’s jewelry & clothing as they walk the red carpet.💍
Q3: How could you use the Costume Hook to add some bling to your “red carpet” experience & make it sparkle?🌟
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A2: Keep your school newspaper in the loop regarding classroom activities! When they publish an article about your kids work, it enhances an extra-curricular experience AND makes your kids feel the celebrities that they truly are! #tlap
A2 this Friday I am organizing and participating in a local @NationalHistory competition. We have members of the media judging and showing off on the local news! #tlap
A2: Invite your district communications specialist, local TV stations to take part in the event. Create a Twitter # that those in attendance can tweet to and tag your district & others that would spread the word.
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A2: Call the community and schools reporter for your local newspaper or news program. They are always looking for interesting events to highlight. Sometimes they will send a photographer and do a write up for you. #TLAP
A2: What about inviting kids to use their cell phones, etc in their school and community to capture their participation in positive happenings with a selfie and a class hashtag? Then displaying the feed between class periods or at the beginning/end of the day #tlap
A:2 I love to try and communicate with the authors of the books we are reading throughout the year. @LindaSuePark was so wonderful about replying to us while reading her book, A Long Walk to Water and @kaaauthor was great as well! #tlap
A2: We invite the local papers, parents, board office members, administration, and board members to events during school or evening events, such as Family STEM Nights. All planned and run by the students. #tlap
Thanks, Heather! Gotta love Pinterest ❤️ I’m on my second year with the camper theme and the kids LOVE it! They assess every single day on how close they are to reading merit badges 📚 #tlap#masdtlap
A3: Have Ss dress up for the occasion. Create a photo opp location with a treasure chest of costume bling to dress up with. Go to Goodwill & Dollar tree to stock up on bling & create a photo booth with someone to take pictures.
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A1: We did a morning at the Oscars after reading several plays. Students created plays, voted on best actors/actresses, etc... We rolled out a red carpet, built large Oscar statues, had food... The students were MCs and gave acceptance speeches. It was an awesome day!#tlap
A3: Costumes are the BEST! Even small props. I wear a ridiculous turkey hat & pretend nothing is there all morning. The Ss think it's the funniest thing ever. #tlap
A2 Social media is a great way to let others know what great things are happening. Our principal often reminds us that we need to tell our story or someone else will #tlap
A2: Keep your school newspaper in the loop regarding classroom activities! When they publish an article about your kids work, it enhances an extra-curricular experience AND makes your kids feel like the celebrities that they truly are! #tlap
Movie stars get lots of media attention from the reporters and paparazzi as they make their way down the red carpet. 📸
Q2: How could you bring local & global media atten to your “red carpet” experience?
#TLAP
A2 I love highlighting Ss awesomeness via many avenues—
#’s on Twitter, loving on them in Dist newsletters, sharing their #BookSnaps a/the 🌎 & having them co-present (with me) to a room full of Ts! #LetTheStudentsShine#tlap
A3: We have a Fairy Tale ball to celebrate our narrative writing and fairy tale unit. It's a blast! Each of our 4 classrooms is set up to entertain our royalty! #tlap
A3: I’m doing my first costume hook tomorrow - completely out of my comfort zone, but it’s worth the risk. I’m dressing as a French Agent “Y” to introduce XYZ Affair. #tlap
A3: Make a small adjustment to your usual outfit. For example, greet your students at the door wearing a crown. That’s unusual - and now they’re hooked! #tlap
A3 Bringing in characters or energy through costumes is a must. It brings in motivation on another level. Bringing in Napoleon Dynamite to my class was a great experience! Letting loose and taking risks is a must! Model learning fun! Take a leap! #tlap
People are drawn to the glitz & glamour of the star’s jewelry & clothing as they walk the red carpet.💍
Q3: How could you use the Costume Hook to add some bling to your “red carpet” experience & make it sparkle?🌟
#TLAP
A1 #tlap Just did the trenches last week - good times, got a gas mask this year - and @adventurescents - the putrid sewer smell worked well! #sschat#sstlap
A:2 My students promoted themselves earlier this year when they got me these amazing Colorblind glasses. They called in the newspaper a local news for the reveal. It was pretty amazing! #tlap
A3: I ALWAYS dress up! The 1st day of school we were all pirates & I had my own ship!!! On the 1st day back of the new year, we ALL dressed to impress & decorated our building like a New Year's Eve party thanks to @BethHouf for the inspiration! #tlap
A2 - One other thing. Just a caution note. It’s easy to go crazy with decor. I’ve learned to be careful about too much sensory overload. It should always have a “Why” value. #tlap
✨A3: @DebDitoro and I love to pre-heat the grill by asking students to dress a certain way for class the day of our main event! We send out Remind messages, but keep the "why" hush-hush! It's so fun, and adds a ton of sparkle!✨#TLAPhttps://t.co/BHvKb8qLXw
Q3: I'm all about fun shirts, props, & flair on a normal day! For my current penguin Olympics STEM project I'm wearing my hat and scarf & using a mic like I'm a winter sports commentator! #tlap
Hey Roman, amazing—and look what I just got in the mail today!! EEEEK!😆❤️ From our fave little people...
Thank you, @bmilla84 ! I’ll be modeling the T-shirt and sending another tweet for my little friends.😍❤️
*smiling to the ears*😁☺️❤️
#tlap#LEADlap#BookSnaps
A3: Dress up like your favorite character Friday! Last year I went as Pete the Cat-ROBO PETE. @renathunderhawk and I acted out the book for Ss. So much fun to dive in. #tlap
A3: I used to set up my 1st grade room like a plan every month as we traveled to the 7 continents. Kids has suitcases/tickets, I was the pilot (w/costume), & a mom was my flight attendant to pass out snacks. We took off, acted it all out, inflight movie, and more! #tlap
A2: Invite local newspapers & tv stations, also a radio DJ to a “finals” performance at the end of the school year and show my students they can be stars!
#TLAP
A3: I'm all about fun shirts, props, & flair on a normal day! For my current penguin Olympics STEM project I'm wearing my hat and scarf & using a mic like I'm a winter sports commentator! #tlap
People are drawn to the glitz & glamour of the star’s jewelry & clothing as they walk the red carpet.💍
Q3: How could you use the Costume Hook to add some bling to your “red carpet” experience & make it sparkle?🌟
#TLAP
A3b: I have to admit that one year I dressed up as Miss Havisham from Great Expectations. It created quite a buzz with students who weren't even mine. We ate cake and had a blast. They asked me whatever question they would have asked her. Great Experience. #tlap
A3: I used to set up my 1st grade room like a plane every month as we traveled to the 7 continents. Kids has suitcases/tickets, I was the pilot (w/costume), & a mom was my flight attendant to pass out snacks. We took off, acted it all out, inflight movie, and more! #tlap
A3: My student wear 'lab coats' every time we do a science experiment. (Lab coats are white t-shirts from Goodwill.)
And I use sentence strips to keep on any mask we make. #TLAP
A3: As a math teacher, this can be tricky. I have nerdy math-themed shirts to wear when I teach various concepts. I also like to wear my Lego shirt on days we are in the Makerspace. #tlap
A3 I like the idea of being subtle. Not making the costume connection too obvious. When a student does make the connection it's a fun AHA moment. 😉#Tlap
People are drawn to the glitz & glamour of the star’s jewelry & clothing as they walk the red carpet.💍
Q3: How could you use the Costume Hook to add some bling to your “red carpet” experience & make it sparkle?🌟
#TLAP
For the 1st time last year my entire school clapped out the 8th graders in a hallway procession. It was amazing. Teachers and students were cheering, crying, and hugging! So powerful.
A3 Dressed up & talked like a robot for our coding unit, King George got into a loud debate with Ben Franklin & Johm Adams, Smitty the Bear shared about how fires impact our environment #tlap
A3: We dressed as 100 year olds on day 100. I have given Ss safety vests, glasses &hard hats to use in block building center & word construction center. A colleague just shared that she calls her Ss Wordkers when they build words with construction hats! #TLAP@roni88327822
I think something relatively small but noticeable is doable for the teacher! A crown, a string of "jewels", a cape, a fedora, whatever! And a basket of photo props and dollar store accessories for students to pick from. #tlap
A3: I LOVE buying costumes, wigs, & props after Halloween when everything goes 90% off! It’s a great way to add some MAGIC to a lesson & hook my Ss!! Love having them dress up, too! #tlap
A3 - Classic! I won’t even put a pic up of the clothing I’ve worn to school. I’ve worn space suits to flint stone costumes to a mini-me cap. Again, relationship value is huge. Silly factor as well. #tlap
A3: My students use @ChatterPixIt for costumes to make their stories come to life. This is an example of a letter one of my students wrote in response to a mentor text. #tlap
A2 @RaeHughart is the expert. She is amazing at collaboration with community partners who sponsor mock internships for students in the classroom. Totally awesome teaching and learning! #teachfurther#tlap
A3 Love costumes & dressing up! It's amazing the reaction I get when all I do is put on my lab coat. I've been Miss Nelson, a storm trooper,and of course a pirate! #tlap
#tlap A3: I'm gonna be honest. I don't think this is something I want to celebrate or emulate with my Ss. I'd rather celebrate them as people of substance. I can't imagine how this would go over in a low-income district. I'm here to change the world, not indulge in its vices.
People are drawn to the glitz & glamour of the star’s jewelry & clothing as they walk the red carpet.💍
Q3: How could you use the Costume Hook to add some bling to your “red carpet” experience & make it sparkle?🌟
#TLAP
A1 Teaching is an art! Bring your best performance everyday for kids! Sometimes just making them feel like a celebrity is a "red carpet experience" for them! #TLAP
A3 I don't do much costumes, but I love theme and narrative. This is one of my few costumes and its on camera. My as "Cincinatus" a Malcolm X like character in my dystopian gamified theme #tlaphttps://t.co/csXtBpkhYi
A3: In our “movie premiere” activity, we all chose to dress in our finest for that day, including myself. Most recently, I dressed the part for our room transformation back to Ancient Athens. The Ss were pumped! #tlap
A3 #tlap@DrLWalczak and I have speakeasy (pirated from the one and only @burgessdave) next week - but Ss come as 20s figures, dress up, must bring an artifact - pics will come 3/16! #sschat
A3. I’ve incorporated costume based on unit/lesson - kids ❤️❤️❤️- I want my kids to always want more... I want them to come to school with such excitement!
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A2: Claim a hashtag that is meaningful to your school, then tell your story through it! I refuse to allow the perspective of others tell the story. #tlap#ownyourimpact
Oscars are given to nominees in a variety of categories.
Q4: What categories could you create that would fit the content areas you teach?
How could you involve Ss in creating the categories & awards? #TLAP
A2 Give colleagues, parents, and the community a "peak" into your classroom. Use @SmorePages@Flipgrid social media, etc. (@JayBilly2 is THE go-to on this BTW) #tlap
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@tishrich, @SmorePages, @Flipgrid, @JayBilly2
A3: in a way I do this every Tuesday with #bowtietue. Ss know to expect that every week, a part of my persona I guess, and some Ss participate with me, even have one who makes his own out of paper. Keeping with my HP theme I also try to wear HP clothing when possible. #tlap
A3: Oh my...I live the Costume hook. Had about 20 "guest speakers." They soon learn that means me...in character. About half of them women...you don't need to judge! #LetAPirateBeAPirate#tlap
A3: Bringing in the characters energy and enthusiasm with whatever is being presented. Dressing like your favorite book character, or for our trial I dressed as the Judge. It will only get the students more excited! #tlap
A3: My students wear lab coats every time we do a science experiment. (Lab coats are white t-shirts from Goodwill.)
And I use sentence strips to keep on the masks that we make.) #TLAP
A3: I left the room to retrieve our “guest speaker” in SS one day. I came back dressed in full Lewis and Clark elk-skin fringed coat and pants! Spent the whole time describing the expedition to my kids and never broke character. #tlap#masdtlap
A3 I often refer to myself as The Grand Puba (Happy Days!). A fellow teacher bought me the hat and I get a lot of attention with that thing on! ( #TLAP )
A3: I am not quite sure costumes are something I would use, as it may be tough to find clothes, dress-ups and such (as a college student, it's hard to find interview clothes right now). However, it is a great skill to find and be creative with! #tlap
I dress up all the time (last week I was The Cat In the Hat and Thing 1 and dressed in all pink.) But I teach science so I don’t think it helped on a curr. level. I think the materials I select and the labs I choose can be used as a sort of “bling” to get thr wow factor. #tlap
A3) Props & a change in setting! Scheduling the MPR for specific lessons helps foster student engagement. Student favorite- Constitutional Convention simulation with tricorn hats, quill pens, & taper candles. NO matches of course. #tlap
A3 My 1 regret is I never dressed up like George Washington last year when I still had my own class. We did Skype with THE (closest thing to) George & Marth Washington though! #tlap
A2 Give colleagues, parents, and the community a "peak" into your classroom. Use @SmorePages@Flipgrid social media, etc. (@JayBilly2 is THE go-to on this BTW) #tlap
In reply to
@tishrich, @SmorePages, @Flipgrid, @JayBilly2
A3: Oh my...I live the Costume hook. Had about 20 "guest speakers." They soon learn that means me...in character. About half of them women...you don't need to judge! #LetAPirateBeAPirate#tlap
People are drawn to the glitz & glamour of the star’s jewelry & clothing as they walk the red carpet.💍
Q3: How could you use the Costume Hook to add some bling to your “red carpet” experience & make it sparkle?🌟
#TLAP
Our elem school claps out the graduating 5th grade class to send them to middle school. I love this tradition! If a teacher is retiring that yr, they typically lead the walk. #tlap
I love incorporating my culture into my classroom! #tlap afterwards I give the students opportunities to try it on and experience some international flair! :)
A4: Best Opinionater and Best Supporting Evidence. In social studies, opinion drives instruction. Students should be praised for developing and sharing opinions, even if you disagree with them! And, of course, supporting evidence is the cornerstone of an effective argument! #tlap
A3: I dress up almost every time I can. Had an admin colleague that said "I don't dress up because you never know when you'll have to be on the news." I say "Let them see me doing what I do for kids every day!" #tlap
3) The best dressed on the red carpet are those who show who they really are. They are no longer in character, but showing the world the real them, focusing on what makes them amazing. Use who you are, show off your strengths, embrace YOU! #tlap
I drew and cut out two 6’ bears today and added a waterfall to side wall. It’s a work in progress but it can also be a transformation in progress through the year. #tlap
I love y'all, too! Your kiddos hold a special place in my heart. ❤️😍 #tlap
I just walked in the door 10 mins before this chat and saw my package. EEEK! 😍
My hubby was like...their little signatures are too cute. ;)
A2: I love taking pictures! Photography is my hobby. I love sharing pics on our school's Instagram, Facebook page and Twitter. Parents love it too! #tlap
A3: By wearing a safety pin on my suite jacket, I quietly express to my students that they will be respected for who they are in my classroom
https://t.co/Gh48eFkWsG#tlap
Oscars are given to nominees in a variety of categories.
Q4: What categories could you create that would fit the content areas you teach?
How could you involve Ss in creating the categories & awards? #TLAP
#tlap A4: Most Generous in Asking. Most Generous in Answering. Most Encouraging. Most Commitment to Growth. Most Patient. Most Cheerful. Most Resilient. Best Use of Time. Most Consistently Prepared. Most Courageous.
Oscars are given to nominees in a variety of categories.
Q4: What categories could you create that would fit the content areas you teach?
How could you involve Ss in creating the categories & awards? #TLAP
#tlap A3: Here I dressed as a doctor and gave each student a bandaid as they fixed the booboo of the homonym. Total engagement! My student teacher was the nurse.
A4: Most Creative Thinker, Hardest Worker, Director (for class movie projects), Peer Teacher (for the students who are constantly showing their classmates how to do something and freeing me up to help others) #tlap
Oscars are given to nominees in a variety of categories.
Q4: What categories could you create that would fit the content areas you teach?
How could you involve Ss in creating the categories & awards? #TLAP
A4: my mind wanders to American History - Best President, Best Cabinet member (Hamilton wins this for sure), Best General, Most Life Changing Historical Event, etc... #tlap
Being "in character" for a presentation, whether it's a history project or book report. Kids love to dress up. It helps set the scene. My kids love those days! #tlap
A:3 my costumes are mainly my classic rock t's. I got a record player and a killer stereo this summer at a garage sale for my classroom. It's fun to jam old school. #tlap
A3: I use it every day! My TPT store and Twitter/IG name is Lanyards and Lessons because I get pins to put on my lanyard to match what we’re learning! My kids know to check it for changes, too, and to predict what something might mean! #tlap
LOVE this!! I want to see that bullhorn action! So, if I come visit Slackwood, I will be hoping for a grand entrance, JB. Please and thank you. 😜 #tlap
Oscars are given to nominees in a variety of categories.
Q4: What categories could you create that would fit the content areas you teach?
How could you involve Ss in creating the categories & awards? #TLAP
A4 I want students to create/celebrate categories. It’s important to learn gratitude & find the amazingness in each person. If you let students lead with their heart. They will. Do not create categories, let kids choose who & how to celebrate. I will make the magic happen. #tlap
Oscars are given to nominees in a variety of categories.
Q4: What categories could you create that would fit the content areas you teach?
How could you involve Ss in creating the categories & awards? #TLAP
In #kidsdeserveit , @awelcome tells about the time he bought a costume and wore it during car drop off. I love this idea and think the parents and students would love to see me and my admin partner rock a costume. #tlap
A3 I like the idea of being subtle. Not making the costume connection too obvious. When a student does make the connection it's a fun AHA moment. 😉#Tlap
People are drawn to the glitz & glamour of the star’s jewelry & clothing as they walk the red carpet.💍
Q3: How could you use the Costume Hook to add some bling to your “red carpet” experience & make it sparkle?🌟
#TLAP
LOVE this!! I want to see that bullhorn action! So, if I come visit Slackwood, I will be hoping for a grand entrance, JB. Please and thank you. 😜 #tlap
A4: Badging systems are great for motivating and rewarding students. The badges could be based on mastery of specific standards or learning domains. i.e: "The Multiplying Fractions" badge or "The Food Chain" badge... #tlap
Oscars are given to nominees in a variety of categories.
Q4: What categories could you create that would fit the content areas you teach?
How could you involve Ss in creating the categories & awards? #TLAP
✨A4: ATHLETE CHARACTER BIOS were so much fun for my Ss to create! They got to choose their avatar/Bitmoji and their special talent! It was awesome to see them put their imaginations to work! We kicked things off with this project, & it created tons of buy-in & engagement!✨#TLAP
A4: within the learning community, have Ss create categories based on the projects we do throughout the year - most creative project, best website design, best LEGO design, etc. #tlap
As the nominees are announced, video & music is played to capture our attention & create a special moment.
Q5: How could you use the Mozart & Drama Hook to add to the “red carpet” experience? 🎶🎭
#TLAP
A3: Kids LOVE it when we dress in costume. I've been told I'm going to be dressed as Mother Goose for an unveiling of a Mother Goose Shoe that @dgamberg is making a reality for @southoldelem#tlap
After reading #LeadLAP I use this question when I interview Ts now. I get the "alien" look usually but I learn so much from it. Thanks for sharing this! #tlap
A4: Most creative, critical thinker award, Grammar guru, Rapid Reader award, hardest worker- I do a student of the Week highlighting a student that has impressed me and needs to be recognized!, #TLAP
A5: Download Academy Awards original theme music from youtube to play throughout event. https://t.co/GFIVKmkbwf
Create video clips and/or slideshow of photos to show.
#TLAP
A4: LATE but HERE! For yearbook awards, I do: Most selfies with Yearbook Camera, Best Cinematography or Photographer, Caption King or Queen, Disney Champ (it's a game we play), etc. #tlap
A4. Most obsessed with taking pics 🙄 Most willing to fail in trying something new- lastly, My name is Melisa Hayes and I’m addicted to Twitter🤪 biggest TWEACHER😜🤪
#tlap
Love the risk taker idea. Our class presented video projects today on Imperialism. One student wrote a children's story script on a soldier and at the end of the story she revealed it was Cher Ami (a carrier pigeon in WWI). She took a big risk and I thought it was awesome #tlap
A4: As a student in my HS English class, we created our own categories of best male lead in the books we read. We then recorded the scenes and showed them as clips. #tlap
A4: Here are a few categories from our staff PD-The BMAs. Best “shift”, Best ipad app, Best Social Media Tool, Best Read Aloud, Best Self Care, Most Supportive Co-worker. Categories inspired by my ☠️ PLN #tlap#TheZenTeacher#LeadLAP#ShiftThis
I would appreciate you sharing your reason why you think pre-service teachers should connect on Twitter and if you have been impacted by my Twitter usage in anyway. I want to share this with my college of education and my professors. Thank you!
https://t.co/6gEd0DOyXg#tlap
Thanks, Tisha! I got a few sideways glances at first, but everyone got into the conversation quickly. Some may never forget that one! 😂😎 #tlap#masdtlap
A5: I love using music as a hook! For example, when teaching the Cold War, I play “Why Can’t We Be Friends” as students enter the room. They get a kick out of it, but it also makes them place the song within context - why this song? Why on this day? It gets them warmed up! #tlap
A5: I love using @MrBettsClass to help bring them into a theme. I play Jazz when I do direct instruction on Jazz Age. On a sillier note I frequently am known to blast my speakers to play Rebecca Black's "Friday" on Fridays. Students laugh and roll their eyes. I love it! #tlap
#tlap A5: Music is a HUGE part of my classroom. Whatever kind of word problems were doing, there is appropriate music. In general: always happy, uplifting, peaceful. @michaelfranti and @trevorhallmusic are always good choices.
As the nominees are announced, video & music is played to capture our attention & create a special moment.
Q5: How could you use the Mozart & Drama Hook to add to the “red carpet” experience? 🎶🎭
#TLAP
A5: I’m in the middle of a blogging quest project with my classes - each quest begins with a computer side chat that contains music that relates to the topic - Party in the USA, Stayin Alive have been favorites #tlap
A3: I have dressed up for my students in the past. I feel that this helps make your lesson exciting and really gets the students excited and eager to learn. It's always fun to change things up with your teaching style! #watlap#tlap
A4: On @Seesaw we have created folder categories to organize our creations. The students could come up with more folder categories and awards to go with each! #tlap
A5: Music is the MOOD SETTER! You have to set the mood with MUSIC! Awards music is easy to find! I even had Ts pick out their own theme songs for our academic awards ceremony to play as they approached the podium for their subject awards.#tlap
A5 You could play music to match the mood of what is happening. Intense for serious content focus. Energetic when time to get up and get to work. Pomp &a Circumstance for those wow moments. Truly a soundtrack for your classroom. #tlap
As the nominees are announced, video & music is played to capture our attention & create a special moment.
Q5: How could you use the Mozart & Drama Hook to add to the “red carpet” experience? 🎶🎭
#TLAP
My goal is to create an award show for literature where Ss share their favorite authors/books. The reports would be shared as acceptance speeches. I'd love to "go big" with this one! #TLAP
A4: Best Strategy to Use for Addition/Subtraction, Best Paragraph Flow, Best Moment of Kindness, Best Details Added to a Drawing, Best Direction Follower, Best Organizer (On Paper and In Desk), Best Goal Setter, Best Teacher .... JK 😜 #tlap
Thank you so much! We had two chocolate fountains, cookie decorating, board games, STEM activities, & a dance! Family engagement is a HUGE focus for us! #tlap#leadlap
4) Most inspirational, most committed, most dynamic, ...find ways to honor those who help make others better. The best are always trying to make others better! #tlap
A5: Music is so interesting for me. It has so much deeper meaning, and I think students should dissect each lyric. As a saxophone player, I would love to play with the students and try to implement music with education! #tlap
A5 - As mentioned earlier, music is in my opinion the easiest and best way to get the positive mood going. We pick a movie of the week and play soundtracks from that movie. It’s amazing how many great songs are part of movies. First time I played SNF and did JT it was😁 #tlap
A5 I have created playlists on Youtube w/ songs that correspond to what we're working on. Astronomy ex: Ziggy Stardust, Moondance Inspired by @TeacherRunner42#tlap
A5 Used crackling fire when listening to Sally Ann Whirlwind, cannons exploding when teaching war tactic for Am. Revolution, civil rights music playing when creating posters #tlap
A4: As a student in my HS English class, we created our own categories of best male lead in the books we read. We then recorded the scenes and showed them as clips. #tlap
A5: I taught middle School US history and would play music from the tone periods as we learned in the background / during wars would play battle music from the movies depicting the wars #tlap
A5 Music can help build excitement, suspense, or just put students in a relaxed mood while working on a task! I just love having music playing in the classroom. #tlap
A5: Play music that you know will get excited about what learning journey you and your Ss are about to embark on! We also use the “Can I get a drum roll please?!” and “dun dun DUN” to add to the suspense of learning something new! #tlap
✨A5: MUSIC IS KEY! We got incredibly lucky with the timing of this spooky station song during our Booktacular Book Tasting Event. However, music needs to "come into play" regularly, not just for special occasions! It's a small thing, but makes a big difference! ✨ #TLAP
A5: Math classes need upbeat music to keep the kids going on challenging topics. I have a growth mindset play list that the students helped create. I also have a few songs that relate to the math content I teach that I play to introduce topics/units. #tlap
A:5 we are on a musical diet currently that consists mainly of Mikes Davis while working or reading and The Beatles, Zeppelin, or Hendrix during math. We math real hard sometimes! #tlap
A5: When I was teaching I brought the sound of a saw to my room as we created our own flexible seating/collaboration spaces. I will never forget that unit-I think Ss won't either! #tlap#allin
Nominees take the opportunity to voice their passions on the red carpet & in their acceptance speeches. 🎤
Q6: How could you give your Ss opportunities to share their voice on the “red carpet”?
#TLAP
A5 I love to use voices, microphones, and energy to bring attention to courses and students. I’ve used Jeopardy music to help build energy for questionning. Use music for atmosphere! Students deserve the best! I want to create the most magical experience! #tlap
As the nominees are announced, video & music is played to capture our attention & create a special moment.
Q5: How could you use the Mozart & Drama Hook to add to the “red carpet” experience? 🎶🎭
#TLAP
A4: In kindergarten we teach it all...Magnificent Mathematician, Red Carpet Speaker, Dedicated Reader, Fantastic Friend, Good Ear Award (listening), Alphabet Extraordinaire, Shoe Tying Expert ...I could go on forever #TLAP
A4: For Ts and Ss- Most willing to take a risk, Best at lending a hand, Most positive attitude, Faces challenges like a champ, Best at owning their impact #tlap
A4: I would create categories for my reading class. I would do categories on different activities that we do in class . Ex: sight word. I think the students helping come up with the categories would be fun and they would really enjoy being part of the process. #watlap#tlap
5) Just did this one today. As students entered to face day one of the FSA (state test) I had The Final Countdown and Fight Song on a replay loop blasting though the halls while fist bumps, hugs, and handshakes were passed out to all #tlap
Positive musical chairs. Numbers on all chairs. Students walk around the room. When the music stops, I call out 4 numbers. Whoever is standing in front of those numbers has to say a positive quality that they have and 1 other person in class. Great icebreaker and ❤️ #tlap
A6: I am trying to integrate more choice in my room. I want to provide options to allow students to share what they know. And if they want to propose their own idea I will listen and consider adding it to the options! #tlap
A6: @Flipgrid@DoInkTweets are my two best friends for this! We have loved getting S voice in our video announcements and in the classrooms for parents to see. #tlap
A5: I played “This is Me” today in class, & one of my Ss asked if it could be our class theme song. I LOVE the idea of a song we can playing to celebrate us! At team & school meetings the song could play when our class is announced, or we could use it to start the day! #tlap
A5. I love to have students create the playlists to match the theme. We just finished literature circles and Ss created a soundtrack to match their book. #TLAP
A5: Somewhere in Liverpool there lies a music teacher that had 2 of the 4 Beatles in their class & gave them low scores. As teachers, understand that we are sometimes incapable of seeing the creative potential of our students because their ideas are too ahead of their time #tlap
LOVE it! I wish more teachers would put themselves out there! I guarantee your students will never forget the "guest speakers" that they had in your class! #TLAP
A5: We listen to Native American flute music each day that we journal our plant and animal “discoveries” during the L&C expedition unit. My artists and creative writers SHINE during this unit, and the music adds to the mood! 🎶 #tlap#masdtlap
Nominees take the opportunity to voice their passions on the red carpet & in their acceptance speeches. 🎤
Q6: How could you give your Ss opportunities to share their voice on the “red carpet”?
#TLAP
A5. Constantly use music-
Classical while working and in the morning we do soft starts which is choice for kids- their musical play list is playing when they enter in the AM and while doing soft starts. #tlap
A6: Anytime you can give Ss the spotlight, even for a minute or two of class, they LOVE it. Let them show case a talent, run the show, or assist you at the end. A storyteller, stupid human tricks, or whatever suits your subject and personality. #tlap
A6: Student VOICE & CHOICE is crucial and imperative! Provide a safe space where students ALWAYS want to take risks & stretch their mindset! The sky is the limit! #tlap#leadlap@isterlingn thought you would like this response!
A6: after mastering skills or finishing books they could film an acceptance speech of interview about what they learned and why they lined the book, who they would recommend it to etc #tlap
A5: Music is definitely speaking their language! I use raps & rhymes to help my kids connect with content. I start them off listening to "brain music" every morning #tlap
As the nominees are announced, video & music is played to capture our attention & create a special moment.
Q5: How could you use the Mozart & Drama Hook to add to the “red carpet” experience? 🎶🎭
#TLAP
I introduced my students to the Battle of New Orleans (I don't remember how it came up, but music led me to drive the point home). https://t.co/BVbPCBv08y#tlap
A5 Used crackling fire when listening to Sally Ann Whirlwind, cannons exploding when teaching war tactic for Am. Revolution, civil rights music playing when creating posters #tlap
A4: I didn't think of this since I was planning on using the medals from the book, but I could add things like Best Design, Best Speed, Most Creative, though I'd create cooler names than that! #tlap
Oscars are given to nominees in a variety of categories.
Q4: What categories could you create that would fit the content areas you teach?
How could you involve Ss in creating the categories & awards? #TLAP
A6: We know in our room that everyone’s ideas deserve to be heard loud and proud! We talk a lot about encouraging friends to own their opinions! We celebrate thoughts being shared instead of kept a secret. We have had great class discussions that come from sharing together. #tlap
A5 I always have music--ALWAYS! Intro, outro, in the middle "da da da daaaaaaa" or drumrolls... or, me breaking into a song via keyboard...
Need I go on?
Never is there a time where sound of some sort isn't fitting. Only thing better is when dancing fits, too. #tlap
A6: We did Passion Projects...It was solely student driven and based on their passions. The outcomes were extraordinary! No words can describe the experience! #tlap
A6: Provide students with choice; allow student passion to drive your classroom! One of my favorite activities is when students research current events that fascinate them and lead a class discussion on it. They are invested and they are interested so they are LEARNING! #tlap
A6. This we need to do. Is open the ceremony to Ss voice and choice by having them take the microphone for thank you speeches. It would be quite long fo the amount of kids honored! #tlap
A6: @Flipgrid for sure! Using that program has done wonders to my students confidence! And getting them in front of their peers talking, and opportunities for reflection #tlap
A6: I'd pick a handful of videos of acceptance speeches where celebrities spoke out on an issue, have students rotate to listen and reflect on a few, and then write their own and share on an app like #flipgrid#tlap
I am bound and determined to find a song to use this fall as background music for Ss returning to our building as we transition from K-2/3-5 buildings to a K-6 configuration! #tlap
A6: We have 'Good Tickets' to the office. I send Ss to share good work.
Also, I have had a 'Class Tweeter of the Day.'
And I text parents - with a message from the student; the Ss get to press the send button on my phone. #TLAP
A6: This year I had the students teach the Civil Rights Unit by getting into groups and preparing the presentation and activities for the class. They did so well! Gave them great voice to be the teachers! #tlap
A6: Interviewing is a great way to share their voice. I think clubs can be implemented with elementary school students, starting to voice their opinions about ideas and what they can do to make the school better and such! #tlap
A6 Genius hour activities, use @Seesaw to make book recommendations, make @PicCollage to introduce themselves, write a rap/poem accompanied by an instrument #tlap
What’s your favorite student-focused, late-start activity? How do you make the most of the five hours we’re responsible for leading learning #AskingForAFriend#LeadLAP#TLAP#LearnLAP#ISD200
I have to take off but what a fun and inspiring chat this evening thanks to all of you who shared your ideas. I’m so pumped for the rest of the week #TLAP
A3: Kids love it when their Ts "dress up". For our Pep Rally last year 3 of us were the "EOG GAME DAY" crew. So much fun! Not a glamorous costume but we loved playing the part as if we were the "College Game Day" crew from ESPN. #TLAP#weareaycock@goelway7@HngnwtMrCooper
I've got to jump off of here #tlap!!! Thank you ALL so much for an amazing chat! I loved that I was able to grow my #PLN & share with all of you! Have a great night!
Nominees take the opportunity to voice their passions on the red carpet & in their acceptance speeches. 🎤
Q6: How could you give your Ss opportunities to share their voice on the “red carpet”?
#TLAP
A5: Music!! Music to get them excited and ready to learn and music to take a quiet break and ground ourselves after lunch to get ready for the afternoon. Music during quiet reading time just like in a book cafe. An idea I borrowed from a colleague @missmarino_#TLAP
A6: @Flipgrid is my FAVORITE tech tool for promoting student voice!!! It’s been a game changer in my classroom!! Everyone should catch #FlipgridFever! #tlap
A6 Take the time to listen to your students. Be there. Understand. Vary their voice sharing. In person, one-on-one conferencing, with @flipgrid. Allow students to practice and empower their voice by using it as often as possible. #tlap
Nominees take the opportunity to voice their passions on the red carpet & in their acceptance speeches. 🎤
Q6: How could you give your Ss opportunities to share their voice on the “red carpet”?
#TLAP
A5 #tlap I play tons of music, especially the closer we get to the 80s - just so I can play 80s music. Every Ss needs a solid overview of the 80s music historical canon
Nominees take the opportunity to voice their passions on the red carpet & in their acceptance speeches. 🎤
Q6: How could you give your Ss opportunities to share their voice on the “red carpet”?
#TLAP
A6. @geniushour Wow! They have blown me away so far! Kids developed their own rubric-not only did they teach us about their passion projects they also had to teach the audience an activity- learned about Helen Keller and sign language, India and made flag- so much more! #tlap
#tlap A5: I've got a "competition" playlist as well. Kung-Fu Fighting, When Two Tribes Go To War, Another One Bites The Dust, Roar, anything from the Rocky movies, etc....... Fun stuff :)
A5: I find it really disheartening that ss that dont have me have no idea how to talk to me or say hello. I have a plastic mic and I pretend to be a reporter as they leave school for the day in the hallway. Gives them practice. Thurs. question was, will it snow tomorrow? #tlap
In a chat I was listening to earlier, I heard a simple/great idea - let the Ss decorate the room with their work and/or decorate bulletin boards. I need to try this soon! #tlap
The Academy captures a wide audience both in the theater & through television.👨👩👧👦📺
Q7: Who could you invite to your “red carpet” experience to create an authentic audience?
#TLAP
A:6 tomorrow we will be having a mock debate as we are learning about the branches of government. The candidates running for president will have to answer real questions on the spot, sharing their beliefs with their peers. #tlap
A6: I often tweet out when I see something good going on by teachers or students. I could let them “hack” my Twitter to share what they see if good in our school #TLAP
Nominees take the opportunity to voice their passions on the red carpet & in their acceptance speeches. 🎤
Q6: How could you give your Ss opportunities to share their voice on the “red carpet”?
#TLAP
A5: I always use music & love to sing making up our own songs & chants. Penguin Olympics I used the Olympics opening ceremonies theme music & will probably use Eye of the Tiger & Katy Perry Roar for medal ceremony (we use those a lot, mascot is Tiger!) #tlap
As the nominees are announced, video & music is played to capture our attention & create a special moment.
Q5: How could you use the Mozart & Drama Hook to add to the “red carpet” experience? 🎶🎭
#TLAP
I am bound and determined to find a song to use this fall as background music for Ss returning to our building as we transition from K-2/3-5 buildings to a K-6 configuration! #tlap
Nominees take the opportunity to voice their passions on the red carpet & in their acceptance speeches. 🎤
Q6: How could you give your Ss opportunities to share their voice on the “red carpet”?
#TLAP
In all of these ideas it’s clear that we put students above all other things. There is a certain freedom about letting go, that sparks those students who might otherwise just be “there.” Being human is a huge factor in education. #tlap
A6: Since we’re in 2nd, write thank you’s first in a note/letter, and then film it or perform it! I love doing videos for Mother’s/Father’s Day to send to parents instead of another craftivity, and the kiddos do too! #tlap
A7: We invite parents, family members, Ts, admin, other classes around the world, authors, and more! The more people they reach, the BIGGER the impact! #tlap
A6: During circle time in the morning each child has an opportunity to shine on the "red carpet" or whatever color their carpet square is 😉 we pass a talking piece and they can only talk when they are holding it and we all keep our eyes on the speaker to show respect. ⭐️#TLAP
A7: I was about to say their family and parents, but I feel as though students will be extra nervous! I am going to answer with other classes, as students would get more motivated and ready to be a part of the "red carpet" experience! #tlap
The Academy captures a wide audience both in the theater & through television.👨👩👧👦📺
Q7: Who could you invite to your “red carpet” experience to create an authentic audience?
#TLAP
A6: Students love listening to music, but the best is using their own voice to design their own songs to show what they have learned. This is when they really get to showcase their creativity #tlap
A7: Every school has a wide range of grades and classes. Craft lessons that allow students to interact with other classes! Let them exhibit their greatness for others; and let other grow as a result of that greatness! Everyone wins! #tlap
#tlap A6:,Last June I ended the year with a published hardback book each student had a story and illustration in. We debuted our books where authors go...a bookstore. Barnes and Noble allowed my class to take over and present their story individually. Academy Award showcase!
A7: Hand written and illustrated invites from Ss to all those near and dear to us! Admin, teachers, family, friends...everyone come and share the joy! #tlap
I plan to try it out in a few weeks. Replacing an exit ticket exercise for student's opinions on current Native American issues on reservations and how it connects to the history of removal. #tlap
A7: Administrators and teachers who teach those students! I always love when @ERobbPrincipal or @ToddRisser will swing by to see what my students are showcasing! #tlap
I am bound and determined to find a song to use this fall as background music for Ss returning to our building as we transition from K-2/3-5 buildings to a K-6 configuration! #tlap
Have to go! Family calls. Thanks for some amazing ideas. Truly creative people in this chat. Love all of the unique ways to promote unity and community. #TLAP
✨ A6: FLIPGRID is a great way to give students a chance to share their voice! Before we revealed our Teen Lit Olympics, students created countries & elected officials. Then, they gave a presidential address using @Flipgrid!✨#TLAPhttps://t.co/ev6DV5fE0p
A7: Parents, Principals, and Pals—our three P’s of who we want to view our work or see our show! Our class makes invites for everything! If we’re doing something more comprehensive, we try inviting a wider audience. #tlap
A7.2: For example, my high school students write a children’s book about a revolution. Next year, I hope to plan a trip to the elementary school to actually read their books to 3rd graders! They have an audience for their excellence! #tlap
A7: We invite our families into our school for events in order to share the experiences and to feel what we want their kids to feel - Love and learning #tlap
The Academy captures a wide audience both in the theater & through television.👨👩👧👦📺
Q7: Who could you invite to your “red carpet” experience to create an authentic audience?
#TLAP
Parents, community members, business owners, leaders. Also, real talk: I'm a suburban white lady, and honestly, my HS kids see that at the front of almost every class they're in. I think that inviting role models and audience members from all walks of life is huge. #tlap
A6: We share a “Camper Compliment” each morning. We choose one student and everyone gives a positive remark about him/her - starts the day off RIGHT for everyone in the class! Yes, fifth graders still enjoy going around the circle and talking! 😜 #tlap#masdtlap
A6: Stop talking! Let the students do the talking! I try to spend less than 15 minutes in front of the class, then let them go. They choose the practice they will do in order to master the content and they decide when they mastered it. I also survey Ss each quarter. #tlap
A7 For older students I would say inviting school board members could be a powerful experience. Younger students would probably love to see their grandparents, former teachers, principals. 📜✉️🎟#tlap
The Academy captures a wide audience both in the theater & through television.👨👩👧👦📺
Q7: Who could you invite to your “red carpet” experience to create an authentic audience?
#TLAP
I am bound and determined to find a song to use this fall as background music for Ss returning to our building as we transition from K-2/3-5 buildings to a K-6 configuration! #tlap
A7 Anyone relevant to ur Ss passion &content, Mark Brown came to speak with Ss during Code talkers, Army recuiter talked about our flag during Am Revolution unit #tlap
A7 Skype and GHO are great for this. I talk about it all the time but NOTHING we did in class compared to the awesomeness of the collaboration we did with @bmilla84 and her 1st graders at @CaldwellElemen last year. #tlaphttps://t.co/fozbv4rPqk
BONUS Q SHOUT OUT!!! 📣
Shout out someone in your PLN that you would like to shine the spotlight on!🌟
What award category would you nominate them for?
#TLAP
#tlap A6:,Last June I ended the year with a published hardback book each student had a story and illustration in. We debuted our books where authors go...a bookstore. Barnes and Noble allowed my class to take over and present their story individually. Academy Award showcase!
A6- This is an area I strive to grow in. I love the idea of Student Tweets, a morning show driven & directed by students, & providing opportunities for our Ss to grow as leaders. @mrsmoore06#tlap
I am bound and determined to find a song to use this fall as background music for Ss returning to our building as we transition from K-2/3-5 buildings to a K-6 configuration! #tlap
Hi #tlap! Thanks for tonight! I hope you'll join me and some of the other pirates in #waledchat this Thursday at 9pm when we talk about things old and new!
I nominate @MrsCford_tweets and @bmilla84 for the Amazing Adventurer award! So excited to collaborate with their class for our The Amazing Race: International Cuisine!! It's gonna be EPIC!!
#TLAP#XPLAP
A7. We @skype and have @GoogleHangout often- we are in 2 booktalks using @flipgrid and Twitter- We’re also in World Creative Writing Month they @nightzookeeper where we are connecting with so many classes around the 🌎 showcasing our writing!!!! #tlap
Hey #tlap thanks for the hooks and excitement tonight. A great way to start every week. This Thursday at 9pm ET in #waledchat we will be reflecting on things old and new. I hope you'll join us!
A7: On a recent superintendent visit @EHSD_eforti my students had a chance to shine on the "red carpet" for an authentic audience. I also like having parents, other staff and older Ss come in to be an authentic audience. #TLAP
✨A7: For one of our Teen Lit Olympic events we used the "Swimming w/the Sharks Hook" and invited "surprise competitors" to compete against the students. They loved it, and so did the guests!✨ #TLAP
Bonus!!! Shoutout to @bmilla84 for winning the award for bravery, risk-taking and leading with Epic #globalcollaborations. A true role-model and cheerleader. Always there to take care of others and support others! Major celebrations and awards deserved. #tlap
BONUS Q SHOUT OUT!!! 📣
Shout out someone in your PLN that you would like to shine the spotlight on!🌟
What award category would you nominate them for?
#TLAP
A7: We invite engineers to work with our students on projects. I'm not sure who has more fun! The kids love hearing how the engineers do the exact same projects and the engineers totally get into the challenges! #tlap
7) So true. If you want parents in your building more, have their kids invite them. They don’t come when the school extends the invite but will always try to come cheer on their kid. See Friday night football games or Wednesday night band concerts for evidence #tlap
A7 - Our PTA members are very active in our school, but I want to see more parents involved in our students’ learning experiences. We need to create more opportunities for them, & they will come. #OneOfMyFavoriteMovies#tlap
Nominees take the opportunity to voice their passions on the red carpet & in their acceptance speeches. 🎤
Q6: How could you give your Ss opportunities to share their voice on the “red carpet”?
#TLAP
A7. Inviting in other classes, parents, community members, central office members, Skype sessions, collaboration with other classes through @Flipgrid#TLAP
The Academy captures a wide audience both in the theater & through television.👨👩👧👦📺
Q7: Who could you invite to your “red carpet” experience to create an authentic audience?
#TLAP
Wow! You all are absolutelyl AMAZING! Love being a part of the #TLAP family!
Thank you @burgessdave for the honor of steering the pirate ship tonight! It was a blast!
A7: I constantly open my classroom up to Ts & other staff members on our #pineapplechart!! Also, I love bringing in my AMAZING PLN to collaborate & enhance our learning experience! #globalcollaboration ###tlap
