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NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #NVedchat. Tonight’s topic is Finishing Strong!

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Let’s start by giving a shoutout to another educator(s) using their twitter handle and the hashtag #NVedchat to join us tonight!

Pike_ICP Apr 24 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Wanna thank @averyteach for the invite to this chat tonight. #NVedchat

cjkorder Apr 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT

@spe6fikPE #NVedchat Join the chat.

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Snehal from NV @CTEinCCSD. We have about 5 or so weeks left and still have so much to do & learn! #NVedchat

Pike_ICP Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hey @mrsketrump wanna get a quick chat in? Let's take #PikeDLC to the west coast #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Tell us who you are & how many weeks/days till the end of the year. You can approximate in case you aren’t counting. #NVedchat

MaggieJCox Apr 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

My favorites @askMsQ @TaraMartinEDU @billselak @carr_8 @Ryan7Read @JaimeDonally @Squintan let's talk about finishing the yr #nvedchat

In reply to @NevadaEdChat, @askMsQ, @TaraMartinEDU, @billselak, @carr_8, @Ryan7Read, @JaimeDonally, @Squintan

cjkorder Apr 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Casey from Las Vegas #NVedchat

JBroussardWJH Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Jenni Broussard, Richardson TX. 5 more weeks! #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q1: What is one strategy you use to keep students/educators engaged in learning before summer break? #NVedchat

Pike_ICP Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

I am Kevin from @PikeHighSchool in Indianapolis, IN. I have 5 more weeks (I think). Getting ready for 2017-2018 already. #NVedchat

itchcompsci Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@NevadaEdChat #NVedchat Shout out to @CindiChang for being the right person for the right job!

mandy_teacher Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Amanda.. TN.. 4 weeks #NVedchat

MaggieJCox Apr 24 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Maggie #CTEinCCSD high school medical program, not counting but I know it's coming quick #nvedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Tell us who you are & how many weeks/days till the end of the year. You can approximate in case you aren’t counting. #NVedchat

cjkorder Apr 24 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1 We are doing more PBL Design Thinking type activities. #NVedchat

cllowery Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1: a culture of learning that answers the question "why do I do this?" #NVedchat

mrsketrump Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Hi all! Kaley from @PikeHighSchool in Indy. I think @Pike_ICP said 5 weeks left?? #NVedchat

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1-Never let up on the #learning, #energy in class, and the #fun. Yes...#education should be fun all year round! #StayStrong #NVedchat

MaggieJCox Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1 try some new things, everyone is ready to change it up #nvedchat

In reply to @NevadaEdChat

Pike_ICP Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

I am trying to engage with hands on activities as much as possible. Keep with routines. Talk about plans for next year. Feedback #NVedchat

itchcompsci Apr 24 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@NevadaEdChat Shout out to @Snehalstocks for founding #NVedchat!

JBroussardWJH Apr 24 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: Keep expectations high and ALL procedures in place. End the yr with an awesome, student centered, engaging project. #NVedchat

mrsketrump Apr 24 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: we are trying a new Alg2 project instead of testing this unit #NVedchat

MaggieJCox Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Yes its a great time to prep them for things to come the following year try to get them excited #NVedchat

In reply to @Pike_ICP

cllowery Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Love it! #NVedchat

In reply to @mrsketrump

Pike_ICP Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

And her plan rocks!! #NVedchat

In reply to @mrsketrump

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

I love projects! Makes the learning more applicable and relatable for students. #NVedchat

In reply to @mrsketrump

Pike_ICP Apr 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT

R1: I have a hot air balloon activity to discuss gas laws. We launch them on the first day the Indianapolis Motor Speedway opens #NVedchat

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Agreed! Expectations should remain consistent(or high) all year round... #NVedchat

In reply to @JBroussardWJH

itchcompsci Apr 24 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Hi! It's Fran. Does school have to end so soon? I have WAY too many things I want my students learn. #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Tell us who you are & how many weeks/days till the end of the year. You can approximate in case you aren’t counting. #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

#NVedchat

itchcompsci Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

I assign students to find new computer programming languages and teach them to their classmates.

mrsketrump Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Can this be a field trip next year? #NVEdchat

In reply to @Pike_ICP

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Q2: What do you say to a student or educator that has “thrown the towel in” before summer break to motivate them? #NVedchat

averyteach Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Hi #NVedchat Arriving late to the party! I'm Janet Avery, Curriculum Director in Jerome, ID and moderator of #IDedchat

TomWhalen805 Apr 24 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Tom from Central Cal. 33 glorious days!! Then I get to take a class all summer long! I'm going to learn Adobe products. #nvedchat

In reply to @NevadaEdChat

cllowery Apr 24 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A2: if a student has thrown in the towel you should self reflect on your lessons. Ask the Ss what they want to learn. #NVedchat

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Love the word "GLORIOUS" days left! Keep it man! #NVedchat

In reply to @TomWhalen805, @NevadaEdChat

mandy_teacher Apr 24 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A2: we give ALL we have until the last day! If kids see us give up now, they will too. #leadbyexample #evenwhenyouaretired #NVedchat

SJteaches Apr 24 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Woo hoo! Finally joining my peeps again after falling off the map. Glad to be back. 🦄💜🦄 #NVedchat

cjkorder Apr 24 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A2 I try to motivate them by staying positive and encourage that life is about the journey not the end. #NVedchat

Pike_ICP Apr 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

R2: My Ss are told Day one that learning takes place from day 1 to 180. If they are slacking, I reiterate the expectations. #NVedchat

JBroussardWJH Apr 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A2: Work to build them back up. Positive praise! I give out raffle tickets for Ss participation and draw names for prizes. #NVedchat

MaggieJCox Apr 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A2 like a treadmill you just have to stay on & keep moving. We are so close! I'm already planning & getting ideas for next yr #nvedchat

In reply to @NevadaEdChat

TomWhalen805 Apr 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A1) I will start lecturing/storytelling now. We are going in for a soft landing and enjoying our time together. #NVedchat

SJteaches Apr 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A2: I teach seniors so I get this.I tell them "we're all in this together.I'll be here for you;you be here for me." #NVedchat

averyteach Apr 24 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: Staying positive and finding excitement in the little things helps everyone finish strong. #NVedchat

cllowery Apr 24 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: if a studnet has the thrown the towel in, it's probably because they saw you do the same.... @ToddWhitaker #NVedchat

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2-I try to let them know that I care about them & that life doesn't stop & you shouldn't either and smile alot! It's contagious #NVedchat

Pike_ICP Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

R2: I try to associate myself with Ts that are innovative like @mrsketrump to keep me motivated and help doing what is good 4 Ss #NVedchat

MaggieJCox Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

I like the imagery there a plane "soft landing" @TomWhalen805 #NVedchat

In reply to @TomWhalen805, @TomWhalen805

itchcompsci Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Encourage your current students be creative inspirations. Have them share what worked best for them. Empowers you and students! #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Q2: What do you say to a student or educator that has “thrown the towel in” before summer break to motivate them? #NVedchat

SJteaches Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A1:Students do self-directed projects/presentations the last month of school.The ownership keeps them motivated and they are fun. #NVedchat

averyteach Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

YES! Smiles beget more smiles! :-) #NVedchat

In reply to @Snehalstocks

TomWhalen805 Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2) Keep going. Finish what you started. Stop wearing flip flops and Hawaiian shirts to work. #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Q3: What strategy do you use on yourself to keep you focused on education during the weeks before summer break? #NVedchat

Pike_ICP Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

R2: and of course planning for summer PD and presentations also and running this past Ss for input. They are honest. #NVedchat

mrsketrump Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

R2: stolen from a T friend- "I've invested too much in you to let you quit now" #NVedchat

averyteach Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Great idea - great time to get input from them. If you could teach this class next year, what would you do? #NVedchat

In reply to @itchcompsci

Pike_ICP Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

R3: my building is huge and I don't have windows. I work in my room and don't go to the office or past a window during the day #NVedchat

MaggieJCox Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

ha ha #flipflops that is a California problem, none of my students wear them, I would if I could get away with it #NVedchat

In reply to @TomWhalen805

itchcompsci Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

i seek out new ideas through webinars and conferences. It is AMAZING how many there are out there about EVERYTHING! #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Q3: What strategy do you use on yourself to keep you focused on education during the weeks before summer break? #NVedchat

SJteaches Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A3: I plan books I love at the end of the year al my with student projects. #NVedchat

mandy_teacher Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A3: I try to break the days down into smaller lesson increments. The kids are excited, less focus time, so I shorten lessons. #NVedchat

averyteach Apr 24 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A3: Participate in Twitter chats! :-) Reflect and plan - strategize for next year. #NVedchat

cjkorder Apr 24 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Not really a strategy. Surround myself with positive colleagues and keep moving forward. #NVedchat

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A3-I use this quote and others to help me stay motivated... #NVedchat

Pike_ICP Apr 24 @ 10:21 PM EDT

R3: I also save my fav curriculum till the end of the semester. Bust it out and enjoy the last activities. #PlanCurriculum #NVedchat

MaggieJCox Apr 24 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A3 stay focused by planning ahead my last few weeks are planned so I can focus on new ideas, built in time to work on them #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Q3: What strategy do you use on yourself to keep you focused on education during the weeks before summer break? #NVedchat

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:22 PM EDT

I always felt all of my curriculum was my favorite...#NVedchat

In reply to @Pike_ICP

mrsketrump Apr 24 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A3: still trying some new stuff out before next year- the learning never stops #NVedchat

Pike_ICP Apr 24 @ 10:22 PM EDT

R3: I also start looking at how i can radically change what I did this year and make it better for Ss next year. #NVedchat

TomWhalen805 Apr 24 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A3) I spend more time on prep, eat better, drink more water, and try to get plenty of rest. #NVedchat

averyteach Apr 24 @ 10:22 PM EDT

I was just talking with a colleague today - remove yourself from negative - keep focused on your purpose. #NVedchat

Pike_ICP Apr 24 @ 10:23 PM EDT

There is some that is better than others. That is being realistic. #NVedchat

In reply to @Snehalstocks

JBroussardWJH Apr 24 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A3: inspirational books, motivating Ted Talks, positive coworkers, and COFFEE! #NVedchat

MaggieJCox Apr 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Yes! #lifelonglearner #NVedchat

In reply to @mrsketrump

cllowery Apr 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A3: as an admin, I just go hang out with the "good kids" in their classes and watch how amazing they are. #refreshed #NVedchat

tealdrex Apr 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3: I attend PD opportunities. Right now collaboration in Actively Learning. #NVEDCHAT

In reply to @NevadaEdChat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Q4: What is your best tip(s) or advice you would give to anyone for finishing the school year strong that hasn’t been mentioned? #NVedchat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Lots of great tips so far #NVedchat! Share one more for Q4 that hasn't been mentioned...

averyteach Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

That is also a great strategy! :-) #NVedchat

In reply to @TomWhalen805

Pike_ICP Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

As a former admin, I would go to music & band. Art & tech ed. Look at how the Ss are producing a product. Best part of my day! #NVedchat

In reply to @cllowery

LemarrTreadwell Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Hello #NVedchat PLN. Lemarr Treadwell standing on the side lines.

averyteach Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Q4: Remember that you only have a short time to make a difference for kids - use every minute to its fullest! #NVedchat

Pike_ICP Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT

R4: reflect on the impact that your Ss have had on you and let them know. I write letters to my Ss and give to them the last day #NVedchat

TomWhalen805 Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A4) Go to work with the thought that it might be your last day on campus. Leave as if you were going on vacation each night. #NVedchat

cllowery Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A4: you will start next year the way you end this one. #NVedchat

SJteaches Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A4: CELEBRATE! Not the end of the year but all the awesome things that the year has brought w/students and colleagues. #NVedchat

averyteach Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT

One day you and I need to meet F2F - we seem to show up an common places. :-) #NVedchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

mrsketrump Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A4: work through lunch if it means leaving work at school and spending evenings with your family #NVedchat

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A4-Socialize, network with others and your PLN or start if you haven't. You are not alone in this! #FinishStrong #NVedchat

cjkorder Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Q4 "Be the change that you wish to see in the World." Gandhi #NVedchat

JBroussardWJH Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A4: Leave Ss with lifelong learning. How to handle conflict; life is full of ups and downs. I wish more of my Ts taught me that. #NVedchat

itchcompsci Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Welcome @averyteach. Any time is better than no time at all. #NVedchat.

averyteach Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Hi #NVedchat Arriving late to the party! I'm Janet Avery, Curriculum Director in Jerome, ID and moderator of #IDedchat

averyteach Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

FYI - #IDedchat will host a #lastbell chat all about "Making May Matter" on May 3 at 8pm MDT Hope to see some #NVedchat folks there. :-)

Snehalstocks - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

One of my all time favorite quotes! #NVedchat

In reply to @cjkorder

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:30 PM EDT

Thank you for joining tonight’s #NVedchat. Continue the convo all week long & don't forget to follow all the great tweeters from tonight!

LemarrTreadwell Apr 24 @ 10:30 PM EDT

Hey Janet. We're virtual twitter buddies. #NVedchat

averyteach Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT

One day you and I need to meet F2F - we seem to show up an common places. :-) #NVedchat
In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

averyteach Apr 24 @ 10:31 PM EDT

Thanks for the invite! Glad I was able to join this evening. #NVedchat

In reply to @NevadaEdChat

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:31 PM EDT

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averyteach Apr 24 @ 10:31 PM EDT

Yes Sir!! :-) #NVedchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:32 PM EDT

Next week, we have a special guest moderator - @benjaminfriesen @edtechteam - You won't want to miss it! #NVedchat

Pike_ICP Apr 24 @ 10:32 PM EDT

Thanks to @averyteach for inviting me and to #NVedchat for a great chat!

MaggieJCox Apr 24 @ 10:36 PM EDT

Awesome to have @edtechteam @benjaminfriesen on #NVedchat that will keep me motivated #letsdothis

NevadaEdChat - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:32 PM EDT

Next week, we have a special guest moderator - @benjaminfriesen @edtechteam - You won't want to miss it! #NVedchat