#6thchat Archive

#6thchat is used to chat, collaborate, and grow with other sixth grade educators from around the globe. Each session we discuss a topic voted on by #6thchat participants. It's a great way to help grow your PLN and share ideas with others.
Tuesday August 29, 2017
9:00 PM EDT
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #6thchat! Please introduce yourself, tell where you're from, what you teach, & something new you're excited to try this year.
  • participatechat Aug 29 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #6thchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/p3iLKYlq5e
  • MrTravisDrake Aug 29 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Hi, I'm Travis from Henryville, IN, 6th grade math teacher #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Welcome to #6thchat! @kttasch & I are excited to moderate & learn w/ you all tonight! Use the slide to guide you with introductions.
  • MrTravisDrake Aug 29 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    I'm breaking out #clotheslinemath on Thursday #6thchat
  • SamReisman93 Aug 29 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Hello #6thchat, I'm Sam and I teach 6th ELA in Waukegan, IL. I am trying out Gamification this year in my classes and I'm pumped
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hi #6thchat! Kristin from MI teaching LA/SS & happy to be co-moderating w/ @kttasch about a topic we love. Trying #feedback only this year.
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hi Travis! So glad you're here! #6thchat
    In reply to @MrTravisDrake
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Katie Bielecki here from East Lansing! I teach w/ @KMHundt sharing a position-integrated ela/ss w/ daily community meetings #6thchat
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    I'm so excited to be a participant on #6thchat! Thanks for guest moderating @KMHundt & @kttasch! I'm Kristin & teach ELA & SS in Lansing, MI
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hi Sam! I'll look forward to hearing more about that! I know @mrskochheiser has gamified hers too! I'm glad you're here. #6thchat
    In reply to @SamReisman93, @mrskochheiser
  • SamReisman93 Aug 29 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    I'm excited to try it, I've wanted to for a long time and finally decided to try it #6thchat
    In reply to @KMHundt, @mrskochheiser
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    We'd be nowhere without our captain- I'm so glad you're here :) #6thchat
    In reply to @mrskochheiser, @kttasch
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Welcome @SamReisman93! Looking forward to collaborating tonight;) #6thchat
    In reply to @SamReisman93, @SamReisman93
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hey @MrTravisDrake...6th math is near and dear to my heart! #6thchat
    In reply to @MrTravisDrake, @MrTravisDrake
  • HowardKiyuna Aug 29 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Howard. Silicon Valley. Full inclusion 5&6 math/sci. Excited to try Ss written sci textbooks. #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Q1 is on the slide! #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Hey hey @mrskochheiser!! Excited to get this party started;) #6thchat
    In reply to @mrskochheiser, @KMHundt, @mrskochheiser
  • MrTravisDrake Aug 29 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Finally departmentalized this year, so I can focus more #6thchat
    In reply to @kttasch
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Ss written textbook?! That sounds like an awesome opportunity for student #voice! Love to know more as that comes to fruition. #6thchat
    In reply to @HowardKiyuna
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Sharing out our question 1 again!! #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1: Ss feeling empowered to share their voice and feeling safe enough to take risks and make mistakes. #6thchat
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1) A benefit seems to be having Ss know one another with deeper levels of respect. Time for interaction with one another. #6thchat
  • MrTravisDrake Aug 29 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1 Ss being able to collaborate and share ideas in order to make the learning environment stronger and more exciting #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: My mentor Tt said to me all the time, "They don't care what you know until they know that you care." Such #truth there. #6thchat
  • SamReisman93 Aug 29 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: More relationships=easier to solve problems=easier life in class #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Glad Silicon Valley is representing! Ss written sci textbooks sound interactive & phenomenal! #6thchat
    In reply to @HowardKiyuna
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Ss voice! So huge! #6thchat
    In reply to @MrTravisDrake
  • HowardKiyuna Aug 29 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: More & wide range of needs can be met. Everyone pulls for one another. #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1:the safety & trust that Ss feel are paramount #empowering #voice #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Sounds like the classroom we should all strive for! #goals #6thchat
    In reply to @HowardKiyuna
  • massignmenthelp Aug 29 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/FKXZPYFim7 #mwlibchat #123princhat #6thchat
  • AssignmentHelpN Aug 29 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG #mwlibchat #123princhat #6thchat
  • thedevineone Aug 29 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1 A strong community builds trust which becomes the foundation and allows students the comfort to take risks and do great things. #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Welcome, Bryan! We're glad you're here. #6thchat
    In reply to @thedevineone
  • Mr_Lisek Aug 29 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: Ss feel more compelled to take a risk in learning w/o fear and pressure of ridicule from their classmates. #6thchat
  • MsREThomas Aug 29 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Sorry, a few minutes late. #6thchat teacher from SE Iowa.
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Q2 is on the slide! #6thchat
  • MsREThomas Aug 29 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1: the rapport you have with each other as humans, not just teacher and student. Having a common level of understanding. #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Welcome, Renee! We're so glad you're here! #6thchat
    In reply to @MsREThomas
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2: A circle time where Ss can feel safe & see each other, greet one another, connect, & discuss, reflect, play, & learn together. #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    for you x2! #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Hi, Ryan! So glad you're here! #6thchat
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek
  • SamReisman93 Aug 29 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2: A chance for all Ss to share something about themselves w/out fear of being judged or rejected #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2: an empowering time for Ss to come & share their #voice w/ greetings, games,addressing issues, current events #buildingcommunity #6thchat
  • MsREThomas Aug 29 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    I teach reading, Congressional Medal of Honor (our SS curriculum) and technology. #6thchat
  • HowardKiyuna Aug 29 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2: A mtg w/a common purpose of otherwise strangers. #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    No judgement, no rejection... key! Love it. Do you do these each day? #6thchat
    In reply to @SamReisman93
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2) Opportunity to share important information, discuss issues pertaining to the classroom & hear Ss voices & ideas #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    So glad you are here! The rapport I have developed with Ss & they w/ each other is beautiful-If only I'd known about this in yr 1/2 #6thchat
    In reply to @MsREThomas
  • MsREThomas Aug 29 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    I'm excited to try the O'Dell Core Literacy units as our reading curriculum this year or at least the informational text portion. #6thchat
  • MrTravisDrake Aug 29 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2 where people who think they know it all put on a dog/pony show of stupidity... Oops, you were talking about one in a classroom #6thchat
  • thedevineone Aug 29 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2 We follow responsive clsrm in our building and have a morning mtg. Student-led which empowers them and helps build community. #6thchat
  • Mr_Lisek Aug 29 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: A break away from curriculum to freely come & share their thoughts/feelings about the day & praise others for positive deeds #6thchat
  • SamReisman93 Aug 29 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    No, I actually don't do them currently. But I would be interested in starting them #6thchat
    In reply to @KMHundt
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    fascinating description...#perspective as I know my Ss must be coming from this angle in days 1, 2, 3! #6thchat
    In reply to @HowardKiyuna
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    love that you see it as break from curriculum-some people don't want to do them because it can be time away, but it's SO important! #6thchat
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    DO IT! :) You won't regret it! #6thchat
    In reply to @SamReisman93
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    @KMHundt @kttasch How long are your meetings? Are they daily? #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Q3 is on the slide! #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Yes, daily. sometimes 5 minutes, sometimes 20... or more ;) depending on topics. #6thchat
    In reply to @mrskochheiser, @kttasch
  • MrTravisDrake Aug 29 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2 I have watched these used to instill healthy character traits within students #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A3: #empowerment, I can’t say enough! Giving Ss a #voice at the table! #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A3: Being able to share their voice breeds empowerment. MS Ss need to feel safe and comfortable to do that. #6thchat
  • Mr_Lisek Aug 29 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Growing empathy and strengthening the classroom culture is an essential element for getting through curriculum. #6thchat
    In reply to @KMHundt
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A3) #6thchat So Ss can have a say in their classroom and learn about one another.
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    I just did a SEL conference with #communitymeeting on my mind & they are absolutely connected. #empathy #respect #empowerment #6thchat
    In reply to @MrTravisDrake
  • MsREThomas Aug 29 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2 a classroom meeting has four goals: to give compliments, to help each other, to solve problems, and to plan events.#6thchat
  • myassignment Aug 29 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/zjHe7FChWB #mwlibchat #123princhat #6thchat
  • SamReisman93 Aug 29 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A3: It can give a voice to Ss who may not speak otherwise and help build relationships w/ peers and Ts #6thchat
  • MrTravisDrake Aug 29 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A3 To give opportunities to get whatever is building up inside, out, so it won't erupt later, or blow up negatively on social media #6thchat
  • MsREThomas Aug 29 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    My classroom meetings will only be every other week, opposite guidance lessons. #6thchat
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    This is true! #6thchat So great!
    • MrTravisDrake Aug 29 @ 9:20 PM EDT
      A3 To give opportunities to get whatever is building up inside, out, so it won't erupt later, or blow up negatively on social media #6thchat
  • thedevineone Aug 29 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3 Gives kids a voice in a non-threatening manner. Great way to start the day. #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    they vary in length (10-25 min), but we do have one daily for certain! Often greeting, pic book combined w/ curriculum & daily ish #6thchat
    In reply to @mrskochheiser, @KMHundt
  • Mr_Lisek Aug 29 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3: We need to teach our 6th graders how to communicate effectively with one another. Often they come to us without that skill. #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    They do start our day, every day. So important! #6thchat
    In reply to @thedevineone
  • MsREThomas Aug 29 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3 I feel it will set them up to better involved citizens. With our four goals, matches the purposes of many other community goals. #6thchat
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Okay, that is how mine are. I can't really go beyond 20 but I have the first 20 min. of the day to do our meetings. #6thchat
    In reply to @KMHundt, @kttasch
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    That is the #outdoorclassroom adjacent to our indoor classroom! #6thchat #studentvoice and Ss grant writing brought that to life!
    In reply to @HowardKiyuna
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Q4 is on the slide! #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    We also use that space to discuss things during other parts of our day. A problem will arise and we'll go down there for example. #6thchat
    In reply to @mrskochheiser, @kttasch
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    we talk about becoming #globalcitizens daily and the #communitymeeting for CERTAIN helps us get there! #worldgeochat #6thchat
    In reply to @MsREThomas
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A4: Feel safe, comfortable, welcoming. Ss more likely to share, greet each other w/kindness, & go deep with convos. #6thchat
  • MsREThomas Aug 29 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    At interested to read the responses on this one, first timer here on meetings and its tomorrow. #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    and on to Q4: #6thchat
  • Mr_Lisek Aug 29 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A4: Positive, judgement free, and civil. Ss voice should be the driving force behind all conversations. Ts become moderator. #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A4: You should hear nothing else but a speaker's voice. There might be moments of silence as Ss think, reflect, digest. #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A4: what works for each of us is different so roll with YOU! I like a circle with Ss seated on the floor making eye contact! #6thchat
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A4) Some days there is a focus topic, and other days it's more nuts & bolts. Ss can add to agenda. Want Ss to lead parts of it, too #6thchat
  • SamReisman93 Aug 29 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A4: Since I haven't had any meetings, I'm going to sit this ? out to get some ideas #6thchat
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 29 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    checking in late to #6thchat - had to pick my kid up from driving school! Michael in Columbus, OH, math, science, and reading
  • thedevineone Aug 29 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A4 Respectful, listen to one another, relaxed, fun. When it's working well I sit back and let the students take control. #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    T as moderators- yes! We invite Ss to run and facilitate our community meetings all the time. Makes them feel so empowered. #6thchat
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A4: Look like a circle, maybe all Ss and T on the floor, sitting hip-to-hip. Can see and make eye contact with all learners. #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Hi, Michael! So glad you're here! #6thchat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4: sometimes we do dinner table where Ss can freely talk w/out raising a hand or taking specific turns. #empowered conversation #6thchat
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    This is great. I don't always do this as Ss are often finishing bfast. Need to try it more often. #6thchat
    In reply to @KMHundt
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 29 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    a4: we just went over accountable talk today w/ our class advisory #6thchat
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 29 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    glad to make it :) #6thchat
    In reply to @KMHundt
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    These talking stems are empowering and give Ss w/ less of a voice an avenue into conversation! #6thchat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • pjcerullo Aug 29 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A1: Ss are comfortable sharing with one another, making mistakes, and helping one another to meet goals. #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Q5 is on the slide! #6thchat
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 29 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    my partner teacher and I are big on teaching HOW, not assuming they know. #6thchat
    In reply to @kttasch
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Excellent! Thanks for sharing! #6thchat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    #mistakes YES! Celebrating a safe place to make mistakes and grow learners! #6thchat
    In reply to @pjcerullo
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    These are great guides for Ss. @kttasch and I should make a poster of this in our room. #6thchat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @kttasch
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A5: Sit hip-to-hip, able to make eye contact w/ everyone in circle. Greeting starts our meeting & listening is as vital as talking. #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Hi, Philip! Welcome!#6thchat
    In reply to @pjcerullo
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Hi Phil! @pjcerullo Glad you could join #6thchat!
    In reply to @pjcerullo, @pjcerullo
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A5: the routine of a daily meeting where ALL #voices are heard & honored #6thchat
  • pjcerullo Aug 29 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A2: A community meeting is where everyone gathers to greet each other, discuss, learn, build rapport, and improve the classroom. #6thchat
  • SamReisman93 Aug 29 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A5: Not talking over other people, not laughing or judging opinions expressed, similar expectations for class discussion #6thchat
  • Mr_Lisek Aug 29 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Cutting out early tonight, #6thchat team. Love the topic. Will read the thread later. Thanks, a11!
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Great sentence starters for Ss to use when interacting and discussing with one another! #6thchat #mschat #tg2chat
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 29 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    a1: we start our yr w/ community and protocol - no curriculum the 1st three days. Here are some activities: https://t.co/3AL8G3N8az #6thchat
  • MsREThomas Aug 29 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A5 we're working throught e.g. SAIG classroom survival skills right now, so those will be important, setting norms on Wed. #6thchat
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 29 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    thanks! we also go over non-examples like "Uhh huh! nuh-uh" and "see, I told you so" - those phrases don't build community #6thchat
    In reply to @KMHundt
  • pjcerullo Aug 29 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A3: I think the meeting is valuable for any grade. It can allow Ss to build rapport with peers and ts that they might not know. #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    What is SAIG!? Tell us more;) #6thchat
    In reply to @MsREThomas
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Building community takes time and planning! Great ideas here: #6thchat #waverlyedu #communitymeetings
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Q6 is on the slide! #6thchat
  • pjcerullo Aug 29 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4: it can be one s sharing, small discussions. Everyone should feel equal and part of it. Everyone should be on floor or in chair. #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A6: w/ greetings, games, facilitating conversation #allofit #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A6: Ss can pick greeting, read picture books, share regularly and openly, facilitate a discussion, etc, etc, etc! #6thchat
  • thedevineone Aug 29 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A6 Students take turns taking the lead in our meetings. They become the facilitator once they get use to routine. Empowerment. #6thchat
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A6) Ss can add to agenda, choose btwn stories, determine what will be talked about first. #6thchat
  • pjcerullo Aug 29 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A5: We establish one person at a time, active listening, and respect for everyone. #6thchat
  • SamReisman93 Aug 29 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A6: Offer multiple discussion stems for Ss to pick from #6thchat
  • MsREThomas Aug 29 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Social/Academic Intervention Groups (SAIG). SAIG are specific skill-based lessons focused on classroom “survival” skills. #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    So like a tier 2 intervention? I like the terminology of them being "survival" skills. #6thchat
    In reply to @MsREThomas
  • pjcerullo Aug 29 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A6: Ss can "own" the floor with a topic of their choosing. Ss voiced their ideas with each other. #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    great idea! #6thchat
    In reply to @SamReisman93
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 29 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    teachers lead august, then it transfers to students. #6thchat
    In reply to @thedevineone
  • pjcerullo Aug 29 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Same here. We slowly give the meeting over to the Ss. #6thchat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @thedevineone
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Q7 is on the slide! #6thchat
  • MsREThomas Aug 29 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Link https://t.co/UgQeswrgY1 #6thchat also have emotional skills and attendance. Those would be more tier 2
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A7: Have Ss respond to something w/ writing and bring to communty meeting ready to discuss. #6thchat
  • SamReisman93 Aug 29 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A7: Relate to topics/characters in a text being read in class #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A7: write prior to meeting bringing ideas to share, partner sharing ideas at #communitymeeting #reflecting #6thchat
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A7) I teach the #growthmindset and habits to be successful. Use this time to connect to ELA stories; make text to group connections #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    will definitely checking this out- THANKS! #6thchat
    In reply to @MsREThomas
  • thedevineone Aug 29 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A7 Mtgs are a good opportunity to reflect on what went well and what we can improve on from our day/class. #6thchat
  • pjcerullo Aug 29 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A7: Ss respond to a question and share their response at meeting. At times have Ss uncover grammar mistakes in the message. #6thchat
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A7) Could be a great time to have Ss also share writing, poetry, etc that relates to topics? Haven't tried it, but maybe...#6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    right! we do compliments and critiques on all sorts of things at #communitymeeting as a time for #reflection #6thchat
    In reply to @thedevineone
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A7: Time seems to be biggest hindrance to Ts NOT doing community meeting- make it fit w/ academics! Preview or review learning, etc #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Using them to END the day or time together seems like a great idea! Love the reflection piece. #6thchat
    In reply to @thedevineone
  • pjcerullo Aug 29 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Time is definitely my BIG hurdle. I try to get mine to 15 minutes and sometimes I can't get to everything. #6thchat
    In reply to @KMHundt
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Q8 is on the slide! #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A8: poison dart frog where Ss have a detective & 1 frog who slyly sticks tongue out for poisoning others around circle. #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A8: @Nancy_Tillman picture books! #6thchat
  • SamReisman93 Aug 29 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A8: Again I'm going to sit back and just absorb on this question to get ideas for what to include #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A8: those who see frog poison them by making eye contact & sticking out tongue cross hands over chest while detective guesses #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A8: "Morning Meeting Book" by Roxann Kriete~ lots of games and greetings in there! Awesome resource! #6thchat
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A8) I have often put a critical thinking puzzle to start; gets Ss talking and collaborating & practicing listening. #6thchat
  • pjcerullo Aug 29 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A8: 1. The Principal's Cat- During our Christmas Carol reading 2. Baseball greeting 3. Multiplication Time challenge #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A8: all sorts of picture books #6thchat @missamykr
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A8: @missamykr picture books! #6thchat
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Thanks! Looks great! #6thchat
    • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      A8: "Morning Meeting Book" by Roxann Kriete~ lots of games and greetings in there! Awesome resource! #6thchat
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Tonight has gone by so fast! Great ideas from this #6thchat PLN! Thanks @KMHundt and @kttasch for moderating tonight!
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    As we wind down, I hope this may have inspired some to carve out more time to building relationships w/ Ss w/ community meeting! #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    @mrskochheiser thank you for honoring our ideas & inviting us to co-moderate tonight! It was a great adventure...@KMHundt #6thchat
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    It was such a honor to moderate tonight with @kttasch. Thank you for the sharing and ideas! #6thchat
  • kttasch Aug 29 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    to all #6thchat peeps, thanks for collaborating this evening & sharing resources/ideas. #studentvoice & #empowerment rock my world!
  • KMHundt Aug 29 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Please connect w/ @kttasch and I any time- we'd love to support you! Community Meetings have changed our teaching for the better. #6thchat
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Absolutely looking forward to strengthening my mornings w/ideas from tonight! Nothing more impt than teaching #community #6thchat
  • mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    #6thchat PLN! See you next week!