#fcsvanguard Archive
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Thursday March 17, 2016
Ok y'all its time! Introduce yourselves ! :)
What's up, ? Heather here from and ! Looking forward to the chat!!
My name is Kara Merck and I am a 4th grade teacher at
Hello everyone it's Artis from Stonewall Tell Digital Art Instructor
Happy St. Patrick's Day! I'm Hannah Rome CCES K Teacher
I'm excited for tonights topic. Questions coming in the form of photos, so click open to read all!
Kristin from Wilson Creek
I'm Courtney from Dunwoody Springs- I teach 2nd grade!
What up ! Checking in from
Robbie from Woodland MS dropping in
Hi everyone! This is Linda- I am the METI at Abbotts Hill and am also a brand new Vanguard member!
Hey, hey, Linda! Glad to have you on the team! https://t.co/4hoSLYLBGb
Hi everyone! This is Linda- I am the METI at Abbotts Hill and am also a brand new Vanguard member!
Hello Every! Christian. Instructional Tech Coach
Q1 special k or maybe that is my rap name
Today's went well. One more to go tomorrow... Sitting in gorgeous view finalizing it https://t.co/RJG0lJIiRR
hope it's great! How was your preso?
Hello very one Cynthia from Heritage ES. Welcome new vanguard members
A1: I'll go with Patti Personalization (in honor of my mama).
A1. Theodore Roosevelt, of course.
Clearly isn't digging the 'what would your _____ name be' buzzfeed-esque question. Moving ON! lol
hello all. madness Chris Sinon , FVS
Hi all, It's Betty representing Special Ed.at NPES!
A1: captain cybereverything Courtney
I am really thinking about my name lol for a1
A2 I'd be wanted for: Breaking rules for students to make it work. We need to do whatever it takes!
Wanted for pushing the limits of possibilities
So excited to see all the new members join the chat!
Wanted for allowing S's to choose from diff tools or apps and final product
WANTED: For Playing in the Classroom with Toys, uh, Tools.
I'd be wanted for not always paying as much attention to our 3 big friends COPA CIPPA and FERPA as I should...the 'Federales'.
I think you have to break the rules a little bit to be innovative. I would rather have my hand slapped
@ I would be wanted for bringing all components of Stem to the classroom. having admin support makes it easy
A2: I'd be wanted for continuing to push forward even when the naysayers get loud!
A2: guilty of exploring all curiosities to the full extent
A2: I'd be wanted for going against 'the ways it's always been done'.
Hi! I'm Shaye from SSCMS!
LOVING these wanted for's. Great things to be an outlaw for !
A2: Wanted for not accepting that students are not able to produce at that level
a2: I would be wanted for getting rid of high stakes testing and having educators make laws about education
A3: Made a "Friendship Form" for Ss to share in private. Changed our whole learning environment. https://t.co/1dAQroiwvl
Wanted for following my students' lead and interests- even if that means veering away from prescribed content standards
a3: a day at the Ron Clark Academy! Also being in class in undergrad.
Q2: WANTED High Point Hound Dog for changing up our tech spaces without permission. Innovation = risk
I think you can hook someone by integrating something into an old lesson that enhances it and makes the kids smile.
Denise Merriell from College Park. I'm late but I'm here.:-)
A3: Collaborations outside our traditional networks
A3. Visiting another classrm. Nothing inspires like seeing it in action.
In the spirit of Campfire Tales, we'd love to have you share artifacts/examples for your fellow roughriders to share!
A3: A strategy that has worked is blending my classrooms and having a collaborative classroom https://t.co/2rFuBrNPSi
- Thanks. Took the idea from an article and adapted to our classroom needs....and made it digital, of course!
Q3: I researched and visitied other teachers rooms that I knew were happy, fun, and educational...
gets all students engaged and roped in! Twitter is also a great tool for expanding my own practices
Better late than never, ! Glad you're here! https://t.co/OoT1csLE5a
Denise Merriell from College Park. I'm late but I'm here.:-)
Q3: Indecision and fear = stagnation. Just start! Anywhere! Anyway! Try something new.
I love Skype in the classroom. Just had fun with the Edison museum.
Haha! Of course you did! Wouldn't expect anything less! https://t.co/C0tl2ExdhK
- Thanks. Took the idea from an article and adapted to our classroom needs....and made it digital, of course!
A3: has been fantastic this year! Parents have been involved, Ss have been engaged, other Ts have gained interest!
Hence the reason for each week! :) https://t.co/stB52TQzs4
gets all students engaged and roped in! Twitter is also a great tool for expanding my own practices
Hacking into television networks and lowering the volume on commercials
- Haha! Is that your "Wanted for"?
Q3: Weebly rocks. Students love the freedom of creation, blogs, surveys, and showing off their knowledge.
Q4: (Really I'm wanted for mis-numbering) **coming at you but keep sharing those A3 Strategies too! :) https://t.co/15JXuwzfI6
A3- getting parents involved in the tech learning with students at home!
a4: Introducing students to coding this year as well as having them experience Google Expeditions!
OMG, I know! I think you can do just about anything with !! https://t.co/CWOdmWg1pp
Q3: Weebly rocks. Students love the freedom of creation, blogs, surveys, and showing off their knowledge.
Looking at for the brave and the bold
Q3: Looking at for the brave and the bold
Q3: Last year I Skyped with my students during snow days. 12 kids at a time in several sessions. Snowpocalypse didn't stop us.
is GREAT with getting the Ps involved with students and tech at home! https://t.co/WTZyHkxY7x
A3- getting parents involved in the tech learning with students at home!
Saved the day for a teacher struggling with 'Flipped' classroom by modeling how to make it happen inside of a 50 min. block.
just checked out Google expeditions! Cool!
Do you ask for forgiveness or for permission.
Setting up MackinVia to meet our school's needs- teaching students how to use to reverse engineer teacher comfort levels!
That is why I am here... to have more of those "save the day" moments.
A4: Hmmm....I'm pretty quick on the emails to help folks out. Does that count??
A4: Just created a with 125 students demonstrating their British accent
Today!! Helping to create our mission statement in our personalize learning group 4 meeting today
I use Padlet 2 encourage Ss 2 show what they know and 2 encourage Ps 2 know what's going on at school https://t.co/NdR7l41bFM
is GREAT with getting the Ps involved with students and tech at home! https://t.co/WTZyHkxY7x
A3- getting parents involved in the tech learning with students at home!
Q3A. SLC meeting in the mc presenter could not get presentation on the board, let me look. Wah lah... it wasn't plugged in./
Bahahahahaha! It's always funny trying to make them not feel silly when things just aren't plugged in! https://t.co/f3XEkyta8x
Q3A. SLC meeting in the mc presenter could not get presentation on the board, let me look. Wah lah... it wasn't plugged in./
A4:a couple of years ago I used Smore in my health class. S's asked to Smore in other classes. T's came to me (PE) for help.
a4: has helped save many a boring standard from falling flat :)
A4: My favorite save is: "There's an app for that."
A4 departmentalized gr.level parent info lhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/1dMZhMVvYUF-5wsXSJNe_RR_mA-AcfLeva0kpknIEuL4/viewform
I'm Sarah from Dunwoody Springs- I teach 1st and I am totally late to the party 😳
I am the 4th grade lead teacher, so just trying to do my job well so my team doesn't have to do extra work.
Always allowed to be late! We're just glad you're here!! https://t.co/C3c8og3zUU
I'm Sarah from Dunwoody Springs- I teach 1st and I am totally late to the party 😳
A4: I've 'saved the day' by being available to collaborate in the halls, copy room, during a casual stop by the classroom, etc.
I've always been diff but Vanguard allowed me to be myself. Who's the tech Geek PE teacher now. Ok I'm done.
Q4: developed a new method for our school to do bus dismissal Google Doc + Projector= display of buses https://t.co/YE9CjLu2to
Q4: (Really I'm wanted for mis-numbering) **coming at you but keep sharing those A3 Strategies too! :) https://t.co/15JXuwzfI6
Well, I've been stalking, but not able to reply, so I'm late to the party, too!!!!!
Q4 Students made videos for books and QR codes for non readers . Code was taped to book.
Hi all! Sickly Endicott here! Traveling back from a family bday party but didn't want to completely miss out. (I'm not driving)
Q4: When I had plan B, C, and D and was able to save a presentation.
SO proud of being chosen for this award! Feeling excited!
Hey - You were determined to not give up! That's very Vanguardian! https://t.co/wXIcwzv3Ul
Well, I've been stalking, but not able to reply, so I'm late to the party, too!!!!!
Q4: HPES fifth grade team wanted to travel through Skype but were discouraged due to lack of webcams. funds saved the day.
although this T used social media a tad differently than I did my 1st yr,SM helped me out a lot. 1st yr was rough
https://t.co/QoH8JnrrQg
Q4: HPES fifth grade team wanted to travel through Skype but were discouraged due to lack of webcams. funds saved the day.
Yeah, I don't give up easily.
Q5 For Heriage it's our new 3D printers
A5: S's flipping classes and teaching other S's. T spends time finding real S's needs.
A5: I feel like I can never imagine what's next, but I'm never surprised by it either!
Think the same thing but making sure to highlight the humanities! STEAM with liberal arts thinking! https://t.co/vORmR1G3QD
Yeah, I don't give up easily!
- CONGRATS!! You are so deserving!
I think the Google's virtual field trips (I can't remember what they are called right now)... but those becoming 4D.
Q5: Virtual reality will take a huge leap in the near future. My cousins are at the GDC in San Fran - heavy VR presence.
never let lack of equipment deter you. There's money in your school. Just have to find it.
A5: banking on personalized & instant being the themes that shape not only EDU but life in general. Makerspaces & VR
A5: I'm ready for the grading game to catch up to personalized learning!
Tell us about the nearpod vr you nearpodders!
I agree! https://t.co/OSpo4U0Xen
A5: banking on personalized & instant being the themes that shape not only EDU but life in general. Makerspaces & VR
Q5: Applied 3D logic: Holograms
We had in mt old s which was super helpful... but something like that for early ed would be perfect
- I haven't gotten to see it firsthand, but has. Share with us, David!
Agree - Holograms will be huge. No need for the current heavy VR tools. Simply the micro projection tools.
noooooooooo the link wouldn’t work for me :(
- Be sure to use the hashtag to have it show up in the feed! :)
a6: Mr. Padgett, thank you for being patient with me!
A5: Technology will free schools from assigned spaces. Will we need a homeroom? Library? Spaces kids design in the moment.
I clicked the wrong one. Don’t judge me! Jesus be a fence LOL
A6: After Skype, 1st Ss said, "I had to know the material better, 'cause I was telling someone else."
It's amazing how those three little words can melt your heart. It's always so simple and so sweet. https://t.co/tEhZqveAKL
A6: Best student feedback: Mr. Madej, you need a mint. I love 4th graders
I've gotten, "What happened to your hair?" https://t.co/BwydnGnrxo
A6: Best student feedback: Mr. Madej, you need a mint. I love 4th graders
A6: Smiles, 'Oohs' and 'Ahhs' and 'Will you send this to my mom so I can do it home?'
A6: Today to my class: "Y'all really want me to stop talking, so you can start on your book projects." Student: "YESS!!"
I taught 8th grade...so they're vicious mostly...but this was great: 'This doesn't suck as bad as other days'
A6: "can we work on this more during recess?"
A6: It's not words but actions. My room is explosive during my "planning" time b4 school w/ Ss working. https://t.co/k94ieXTBbP
A6: MS S told me using IPads is great bc I don't lose papers anymore
Q6: When a student repurposed a tool that was not designed for that use... Evidence of thinking
Q6: Thank you for "investing yourself in your student's lives." I also remind them of "Morrie" from their favorite book.
U know I got to shout out and Great people!
There are so many "leaders" that I can't put my finger on one. But my team and the way we collaborate is refreshing.
I'm lucky to report to and - two pretty phenomenal leaders!
A7: Thanks to Steph, Heather, Hoke, and Justin for helping grow professionally. Change is not always bad. Vanguard rocks!
Also, is a wonderful tech leader at our school who pushed me to do this. She is an amazing leader and teacher! :)
Robin Reid here from Northwestern Middle School
All the Vanguard peeps. You are visionaries!
has pushed me to step out of my comfort zone and encouraged me to share my strengths with others!
I'm feeling so inspired today everyone! Met for another PL Edmentum meeting today! I love my !
I must say Heather and the Vanweekiy ! Both save my day so many times
Q7: HEATHER COX and HOKE WILCOX
A8: All the Coaches are wonderful!
a8: are my Partners in Crime. Can go to them and they can relate!
Thank you! Glad you love the !! :) https://t.co/joNduJstlk
I must say Heather and the Vanweekiy ! Both save my day so many times
A8: My kindergarten colleagues and personalized learning team are great sidekicks!
Q8 Everybody it's Karen Artis for me
ALso ladies who gave me a chance to develop
Q8: No partner in crime at my school.... yet!
is like family! Huge shoutout to all my beloved vanguardians!
I like the YET. and I will help you with that one! is on the job! https://t.co/tzznQvlMUy
Q8: No partner in crime at my school.... yet!
A8: Giving some roughrider love to and my
Agreed! I learn SO MUCH from this group! https://t.co/7x66nVNwOG
is like family! Huge shoutout to all my beloved vanguardians!
A8: we are lucky to have a pretty tech savvy team! Always learning something new https://t.co/dCnVrwmR82
A8: and -they are always there when I need them!
A8: my PIC will be and !!! We are all newbies!
A9: and I will never part ways. We are one!
A8: Vera Wood is soooooo amazing!
a9: This tool is not one of tech or an actual device…my heart. be intentional and come from a good place!
A9: I'm calling dibs on and NO I will not shut up about it!
A8: QR Codes - I'm obsessed!
Craig Russell here checking in! I'd say my side kick is and they always push me and to learn new things
Glad to have on the team!!! Welcome!
A9: I've got my usuals of course, but I'm thinking of letting on the sidekick team! ?
LOVE Padlet! You might have to share those dibs! https://t.co/kW710Qabun
A9: I'm calling dibs on and NO I will not shut up about it!
Glad we haven't pushed so hard that you run away screaming!! https://t.co/Q0oHI7aIHF
Craig Russell here checking in! I'd say my side kick is and they always push me and to learn new things
Something is coming out of my eyes...Oh, its TEARS! Love your heart https://t.co/22WhzthcxA
a9: This tool is not one of tech or an actual device…my heart. be intentional and come from a good place!
I love with Skype for business for the mean time.
A9: currently.... it gives so many options for all levels!
ANNNNNDDDD..... wins the night! https://t.co/4G65UWmKev
Something is coming out of my eyes...Oh, its TEARS! Love your heart https://t.co/22WhzthcxA
a9: This tool is not one of tech or an actual device…my heart. be intentional and come from a good place!
I didn’t meant o make a thug cry! lol! https://t.co/IlLuPZ6XUy
Something is coming out of my eyes...Oh, its TEARS! Love your heart https://t.co/22WhzthcxA
a9: This tool is not one of tech or an actual device…my heart. be intentional and come from a good place!
A9: 'cause all the kool kids use it!
We are creating QR C next week pray for me that I can manage teaching 60 4th graders how to create and use them!
A9: another shout out... ...total game changer! Having the students use Google drive for stations!
OK...Closing Question
Q10: If you were starring in your own coaching western movie, what would the storyboard look like?
Ah but now you have over 300 partners in crime!
Ready.....You are not alone.....I am here with you.... https://t.co/JJOSSwF1LE
Ah but now you have over 300 partners in crime!
Deadline to submit all these great tools for is 4/1/16
Don't know but would be made on storyboard that! New fav!
A9 for fun informative data, but my new favorite.. sorry Kahoot is
A9- so many to choose from green screen
