#mtedchat Archive | Participate

MrsMurat May 9 @ 10:00 PM EDT

The changing role of substitute Ts: https://t.co/BM9VawfOiu #mntedu #caththeoedchat #connectedtl #Edbeat #mtedchat

participatechat May 9 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #mtedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/ujIjhnvel3

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Check out the hub of all things #MTedchat here: https://t.co/MK3McLUKw8

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Crista Anderson, Dixon School Principal! So glad to see you here tonight!! I know it's beautiful out... #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Moderators tonight are @cristama and @NVradenburg. Be looking for Qs coming from @cristama to join the convo. #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Please let me know if you aren't able to see the questions... I'll repost #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Chat will be in a Q1/A1 format. Don’t forget to include the #MTedchat hashtag!

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q1: What is your biggest career achievement to date? #MTedchat

AssignmentHelpN May 9 @ 10:05 PM EDT

#CathTheoEdChat #connectEDtl #Edbean #mntedu #MTedchat The Ultimate 60 Ways To Use an iPad in the Classroom https://t.co/Du9eR0MYRB

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hello #mtedchat I’m Nikki from Bozeman!

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hi Nikki!! Might be just us tonight ;) #mtedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Can you see my posts? Is it just me ;) #mtedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Hi #MTedchat! Rachel, curriculum specialist in Bozeman.

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Hi, everyone! #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Join us! Chatting right now! #mtedchat

participatechat May 9 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #mtedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/ujIjhnvel3

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Q1: What is your biggest career achievement to date? #MTedchat (Retweeting in case things are tweaked ;)

St006C May 9 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Courtney here K T. Wa. In and out tonight! #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Hi!! No worries... crazy busy time! #mtedchat

In reply to @St006C

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Hi Rachel!! Welcome! #mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1 My career highlight is my NEW job with @MontanaPBS working with Ts in rural schools to use Tech! So excited! #mtedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Hi Crista! It's been too long since I've been able to jump into #MTedchat. Glad to be here!

In reply to @cristama

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:09 PM EDT

I am sooo excited for you, Nikki. This is going to be a wonderful gig! #MTedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg, @MontanaPBS

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:09 PM EDT

#MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q1: What is your biggest career achievement to date? #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:09 PM EDT

We think thins are going haywire. Look for tweets from @cristama I will RT #mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker, @cristama

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Q1 #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q1: What is your biggest career achievement to date? #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: My biggest career achievement to date isacquiring the Principal position in Dixon. It has been validating and transformative. #mtedchat

AlisonFeddes May 9 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Hi #MTedchat! Alison, K-5 Special Ed in Bozeman. I am in and out with helping with math homework.

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: Definitely being named 2016 Montana Teacher of the Year and shifting jobs to work for @BetterLesson as an instructional coach #MTedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1 I've lrnd so much fr my instr coaching & curric roles. I'm also proud of #edcampBigSky. LOVED bringing Ts together fr all over! #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1: Earning admin cert, I was still unsure if I wanted to step out of classroom. This position proves I don't have to. Collaborate #mtedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Don't you just love when the stars align?! #MTedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg, @MontanaPBS

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:11 PM EDT

You should be proud! I am really looking forward to coming again in November! #MTedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:12 PM EDT

YES!! Likely the same feeling I get about helping to create this space for discussing/connecting. Empowering. #mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker

AmandaRapstad May 9 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Hey everyone! #mtedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:12 PM EDT

I bet you're doing amazing things there! What an incredible opportunity. #MTedchat

In reply to @cristama

AlisonFeddes May 9 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Congratulations! What a great opportunity! #MTedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg, @MontanaPBS

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Yay for Alison! Boo for homework! #MTedchat

In reply to @AlisonFeddes

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Also... Organic. Student learning and teacher learning is key. We can let go of red tape. Relax. #mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:13 PM EDT

That photo of you behind Obama is amazing. What an honor! How are you liking your new role? #MTedchat

In reply to @TriSciCurious, @BetterLesson

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Welcome Alison!! Happy to see you! #mtedchat

In reply to @AlisonFeddes, @NVradenburg, @MontanaPBS

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Hi Amanda!! How are you?? Q1: What is your greatest professional achievement to date? #mtedchat

In reply to @AmandaRapstad

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Wahoo! So glad you'll be coming! I hope we get a chance to chat a bit more this time. It was all a blur last year! 😜 #MTedchat

In reply to @TriSciCurious

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Oh, my goodness! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE my job with BetterLesson. Amazing culture, amazing people, and wonderful teachers. #MTedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker, @BetterLesson

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:14 PM EDT

#EdcampBigSky was AMAZING! I can’t wait to do it all again! Best. EdCamp.Ever. #mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Q2: What is one professional goal you have set for yourself most recently? #MTedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT

I LOVE hearing that you're able to make this a focus of your admin role! It's all abt relationships and connecting. 🙌🏼❤️ #MTedchat

In reply to @cristama

AlisonFeddes May 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A1 I am pretty excited to be the new Co-Chair of Region 4 CSPD. #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Q2 #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Q2: What is one professional goal you have set for yourself most recently? #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT

WooHoo! Congrats! You are perfect for that position! #mtedchat

In reply to @AlisonFeddes

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT

#MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Q2: What is one professional goal you have set for yourself most recently? #MTedchat

St006C May 9 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A1) prof accomplishment is interviewing 4 K position 3yrs ago, getting job, loving it, not considering K at all #mtedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Congratulations, Alison! #MTedchat

In reply to @AlisonFeddes

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:17 PM EDT

I'll be there again too... Right @AcemtAndrea ?? #mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker, @TriSciCurious, @AcemtAndrea

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2 Currently working overtime learning to be a TechCoach and getting our project started. #mtedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Yeah! Sounds like a great match! So happy for you. #MTedchat

In reply to @TriSciCurious, @BetterLesson

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Oh that would be awesome! I hope it works out! #mtedchat

In reply to @St006C, @rachelmarker

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:17 PM EDT

I've said it and I'll say it again: It was bc of our amazing session board creators! ❤️ #MTedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Sweet!! Congratulations!! #mtedchat

In reply to @AlisonFeddes

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Yes! 43 tix sold already! Go yours? >> https://t.co/e1csqzjos3 #MTedchat

In reply to @AmandaRapstad

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:18 PM EDT

I had a great time working with @mtkristigaines on the session board at #edcampbigsky She rocks! #mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker, @mtkristigaines

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Yessss! #MTedchat

In reply to @St006C, @NVradenburg

St006C May 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT

I'm still not seeing things from @cristama or Q RTs from @NVradenburg... #mtedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A2: After getting level 1 cert., I'm working on Google level 2 certification. I'm almost ready to take the test! #mtedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@St006C #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Q2: What is one professional goal you have set for yourself most recently? #MTedchat

AlisonFeddes May 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A2 I just signed up for a course to learn to read Braille and then be able to teach it. #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Q2: What is one professional goal you have set for yourself most recently? #MTedchat (Re-sending ;)

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT

She seriously rocks. Sadly (for us) she'll be out of town... running a half marathon in Vegas, baby! #MTedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg, @mtkristigaines

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:20 PM EDT

that is so cool! Good for you! #mtedchat

In reply to @AlisonFeddes

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:20 PM EDT

I had to go to Crista's page to see the questions. #MTedchat

In reply to @St006C, @cristama, @NVradenburg

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:20 PM EDT

I love hearing this, too, Crista! I've been considering the admin cert recently. I should pick your brain! #MTedchat

In reply to @cristama

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A2: Newest professional goal... Submitting presentation proposals regionally and nationally. I need to do more of this. I love it. #mtedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Yes. When we can let go of the "must dos" and explore our passions (and our Ss' passions), edu comes alive! #MTedchat

In reply to @cristama

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Conference presentations are my favorite! Great energy! #mtedchat

In reply to @cristama

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:22 PM EDT

I haven't been great about this lately :( #MTedchat

In reply to @cristama

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Ohh... Please do. I think that if you are curious abt it at all, you should do it. Strengthened advocacy voice too. #mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A2 Take Google Cert Level 2 before next fall. Loosely considering admin cert... ?? #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:23 PM EDT

There really is such a thing as TOO busy. Make sure to continue to prioritize things that feed you (self talk too:) #mtedchat

In reply to @TriSciCurious

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:23 PM EDT

I think it would be incredibly interesting work to do, if nothing else. Opens more doors. We will talk! #MTedchat

In reply to @cristama

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:23 PM EDT

RT @rachelmarker A2 Take Google Cert Level 2 before next fall. Loosely considering admin cert... ?? #MTedchat (ME TOO!!)

In reply to @rachelmarker

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Google cert is on my summer list, also need to brush up on Microsoft, 1 of my schools uses it—I’ve been all about the Google #mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker

TechnovatorEDU May 9 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Great opportunities to learn at all levels...@alicekeeler there you go differentiating again! ❤️ #mtedchat #edtech https://t.co/K5l4LDYZBC

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Noooooo! Bring the kids! #MTedchat

In reply to @TriSciCurious, @NVradenburg, @mtkristigaines

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:24 PM EDT

She'll totally rock it! #MTedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg, @mtkristigaines

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Yes! I bet I could find someone here to watch all of our monsters! #mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker, @TriSciCurious, @mtkristigaines

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:24 PM EDT

NICE! We can be accountability partners! #MTedchat

In reply to @cristama

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Q3: What is the biggest implication your goal may have on your classroom practice or in your educational role? #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Have to stay fluent in both...and help teachers bridge to/from both. Need to be program agnostic. #mtedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg, @rachelmarker

massignmenthelp May 9 @ 10:25 PM EDT

#CathTheoEdChat #connectEDtl #Edbean #mntedu #MTedchat Top 5 Concerns Students Have While Writing Assignments https://t.co/QNgbrlLwjX

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Because it IS all about the Google #MTedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg

RustyMayInc May 9 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Hey everyone just popping in to say hi and wishing you all a happy National Teachers Day! Thank you for all you do EVERY day #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Yes I am realizing that. @lindyhockenbary has been my inspiration for that she speaks both fluently #mtedchat

In reply to @cristama, @rachelmarker, @lindyhockenbary

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Haha, I meant I'd have to come to Edcamp instead of watch him run! I can find a babysitter! :) #MTedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker, @NVradenburg, @mtkristigaines

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Q3: What is the biggest implication your goal may have on your classroom practice or in your educational role? #MTedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Thanks for stopping in! #MTedchat

In reply to @RustyMayInc

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Q3 #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Q3: What is the biggest implication your goal may have on your classroom practice or in your educational role? #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Thanks Rusty!! You too!! Stay around and chat if you can!! #mtedchat

In reply to @RustyMayInc

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Microsoft is next! I'm almost done with my Apple badge too. #MTedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg, @cristama, @rachelmarker, @lindyhockenbary

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Yeah...I'm Google Biased too... All about efficiency. ;) #mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker, @NVradenburg

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:28 PM EDT

#MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Q3: What is the biggest implication your goal may have on your classroom practice or in your educational role? #MTedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Oh, haha! Family first, though! I'd get it if you need to stay home! :) #MTedchat

In reply to @TriSciCurious, @NVradenburg, @mtkristigaines

lindyhockenbary May 9 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Can't ignore #microsoftedu anymore!! #mtedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg, @cristama, @rachelmarker

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A3 I’m shifting focus to mostly EdTech integration practices for K-12 Ts—big change from Gen Ed K-5 teaching #mtedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Oooh, nicely done. I want to look into that! #MTedchat

In reply to @TriSciCurious, @NVradenburg, @cristama, @lindyhockenbary

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A3: I can stay up-to-date on changing technologies and be able to help all the teachers I work with no matter what platform used #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A3: Biggest implication of my leading conference sessions is that I stay fresh with presenting...confident...exposure. #mtedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:30 PM EDT

I know microsoft from my time in the for-profit world. Haven't had a need to use since our district went @GoogleForEdu. 😬 #MTedchat

In reply to @lindyhockenbary, @NVradenburg, @cristama, @GoogleForEdu

AmandaRapstad May 9 @ 10:30 PM EDT

A2 short term: read the giant stack of professional books I recently got. Long term: phd and possibly teach college courses #mtedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:30 PM EDT

oooh, Alison, that's great! I hadn't heard that news! Congrats, lady!! #MTedchat

In reply to @AlisonFeddes

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:30 PM EDT

A3: I hope to do more consulting. I love the idea of partnering with schools in residence for short spurts. Tech/PLC/Curric etc. #mtedchat

AlisonFeddes May 9 @ 10:31 PM EDT

A3 #MTedchat Broaden my ability to reach more learners.

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:31 PM EDT

I've replaced things w/other things. I've really been working hard on my photography skills lately. It's my creative outlet. #MTedchat

In reply to @cristama

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:31 PM EDT

I have noticed! You are creating some beautiful pictures! Impressive! #mtedchat

In reply to @TriSciCurious, @cristama

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:32 PM EDT

A3 I would like to be able to share more @GoogleForEdu tips/ and #edtech integration district-wide. Currently exploring platforms. #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:32 PM EDT

YESSSSS!!! #mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:32 PM EDT

Do you know yet how you will get into districts across the state? #MTedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:33 PM EDT

Great! Let's make it happen! #MTedchat

In reply to @cristama

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:33 PM EDT

Hard to really understand why admin make decisions they do without understanding budgets, strategic planning, legal issues. #mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:33 PM EDT

I will be in 3 schools, ThreeForks MS/HS, Amsterdam School and Livingston HS, Will be in each for two weeks at a time #mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker

AlisonFeddes May 9 @ 10:33 PM EDT

Thanks, it just happened yesterday! #Mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:34 PM EDT

Thanks! Did you see my ladybug from tonight?!? I was sooo excited when my Mom pointed it out in the tree. #MTedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg, @cristama

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:34 PM EDT

So, sounds like the focus is on learning goals, and not the tools specifically? A great approach! #MTedchat

In reply to @TriSciCurious

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:34 PM EDT

That's going to be wonderful! #MTedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg, @rachelmarker

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Q4: What do you need or do you have to support you in meeting this goal? Resources? Connections? #MTedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Wahoooo! #MTedchat

In reply to @AlisonFeddes

AmandaRapstad May 9 @ 10:35 PM EDT

A4: time and money LOL #mtedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Q4 #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Q4: What do you need or do you have to support you in meeting this goal? Resources? Connections? #MTedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Ooooh, dreamy! Can't wait to hear how it goes! #MTedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Yep! When I'm coaching, I'm coaching a process and not content. It's really nice because I can coach any grade or content area. #MTedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:36 PM EDT

Absolutely. It would clearly be very eye-opening! #MTedchat

In reply to @cristama

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:36 PM EDT

I just have to say, I am loving the convo tonight #mtedchat I could talk to you gals all night!

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:36 PM EDT

Q4: What do you need or do you have to support you in meeting this goal? Resources? Connections? #MTedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:37 PM EDT

#MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Q4: What do you need or do you have to support you in meeting this goal? Resources? Connections? #MTedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:37 PM EDT

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 #MTedchat

In reply to @AmandaRapstad, @TriSciCurious

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:37 PM EDT

Oh my... What a poorly written sentence :( #mtedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:37 PM EDT

A4 I would say time, but I am going to have that. This will be my first summer working full time since college! #mtedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:38 PM EDT

Nice! Are you traveling a lot? Or all MT-based? #MTedchat

In reply to @TriSciCurious

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:38 PM EDT

Someone sounds excited!! #MTedchat

In reply to @AmandaRapstad, @NVradenburg

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:39 PM EDT

Q4: What support do you need in meeting this goal? Resources? Connections? (Better... hard to believe I have MA in ELA! HA!) #mtedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:40 PM EDT

A4 I'm good w my Google Cert goal. And I have some wonderful admin contacts to explore the other piece. @cristama included! #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Q4: What do you need or do you have to support you in meeting this goal? Resources? Connections? #MTedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:40 PM EDT

It's all virtual except for design studios. I do go to Boston 4 times/year and will be going to Manassas, VA with @MTSciEd in Aug. #MTedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker, @MTSciEd

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:40 PM EDT

A4: I need to create a schedule of conferences where I'd like to present. Track submission deadlines. SUBMIT. Google Calendar. #mtedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:41 PM EDT

Ain't that the truth! Because we are ALL #bettertogether! #MTedchat

In reply to @AmandaRapstad, @NVradenburg

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:41 PM EDT

Have started doing this with @ChrisMTPBS we have a few we want to attend this year—we should join forces! #mtedchat

In reply to @cristama, @ChrisMTPBS

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:41 PM EDT

Oooh! I'm from Boston. Let me know if you need any recs for the area! #MTedchat

In reply to @TriSciCurious, @MTSciEd

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:42 PM EDT

What was your goal, Amanda? I missed it... Attending conferences? #MTedchat

In reply to @AmandaRapstad

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:42 PM EDT

I would absolutely love that!! #mtedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg, @ChrisMTPBS

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:42 PM EDT

A4: It is one of my performance goals for work, so w/the continued support from my manager @htdcompletely it will happen! #MTedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:43 PM EDT

A4 Another goal I forgot to mention: Attend a national conference! So... I will need to figure out FUNDING! #MTedchat

AmandaRapstad May 9 @ 10:43 PM EDT

No, but that's a great goal. I said short term was professional reading and long term was phd/teaching college @rachelmarker #mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:43 PM EDT

Bozeman is so very photo worthy! #mtedchat

In reply to @cristama, @TriSciCurious, @edcampBigSky

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:43 PM EDT

Me tooooo! Do we all have beverages nearby? :) Like we're all f2f in someone's living room! #MTedchat

In reply to @NVradenburg

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:44 PM EDT

Oh wow! The PhD/college teaching is a wonderful goal! Prof reading, too. :) #MTedchat

In reply to @AmandaRapstad

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:44 PM EDT

It kind of feels like that, doesn’t it?! #mtedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:45 PM EDT

Q5: What challenges have you faced in making your goal(s) a reality? #MTedchat

AlisonFeddes May 9 @ 10:45 PM EDT

Yes! National or International conference. We should work on the funding together and pull in @mtkristigaines too. #MTedchat

In reply to @rachelmarker, @mtkristigaines

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:45 PM EDT

What do you want to get your Ph.D. in? I'm working on a Ph.D. in Education emphasizing Learning, Instruction, and Innovation #MTedchat

In reply to @AmandaRapstad, @rachelmarker

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:45 PM EDT

Oh fun! I wish we had more edcamps near us. Maybe this summer... Road trip #MTedchat?!

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NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:45 PM EDT

I’m starting my EdD this fall! Teaching at the university level is my goal too! Great minds! #mtedchat

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cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:46 PM EDT

Cheers (with a glass of Pinot... ;) #mtedchat

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TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:46 PM EDT

Maybe some day we can teach together :) #MTedchat

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NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:47 PM EDT

That would be lovely! #mtedchat

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rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:47 PM EDT

I think @DonorsChoose doesn't support edus who aren't 75% in classroom, which is my hurdle. But coaches need coaching, too! #MTedchat

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cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:47 PM EDT

Me as well. I might be co-teaching a Teacher Leadership Course online soon.. through UM. #mtedchat

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TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:47 PM EDT

#MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:45 PM EDT

Q5: What challenges have you faced in making your goal(s) a reality? #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:47 PM EDT

Q5 #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:45 PM EDT

Q5: What challenges have you faced in making your goal(s) a reality? #MTedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:48 PM EDT

A5: Prioritizing time to accomplish my goals w/everything else that is going on. I know that one goal at a time is the way to go. #MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:48 PM EDT

I found that frustrating too... We are still IN the classroom. Still restricted by budget. I get it, but don't get it. #mtedchat

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rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:49 PM EDT

Yes! She and I talk about this on a regular basis. Let's explore options! I have my eye on national #CUE #ISTE #CUEBOLD #NCTM :) #MTedchat

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cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:49 PM EDT

Q5: What challenges have you faced in making your goal(s) a reality? #MTedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:49 PM EDT

Inspiring! Love that emphasis! #MTedchat

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NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:50 PM EDT

A5 Patience! I want to know it all NOW, I want to do it all NOW…need to take a breath and let it all flow #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:50 PM EDT

A5: My lack of commitment to making my own goals a priority. With two years admin behind me...feeling more steady. It is time. #mtedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:50 PM EDT

Cheers back! (Cab over here :) #MTedchat

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NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:50 PM EDT

Yes! I got accepted a few weeks ago. Meet with my advisor next week. Super excited to get started! #mtedchat

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cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:51 PM EDT

We are ridiculously alike ;) It is like I think it, and you say it ;) #mtedchat

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rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:51 PM EDT

Look at all you rad ladies GO! Love it! #MTedchat

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TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:51 PM EDT

My classes have been great! Here's the program I'm in: https://t.co/AlmrTCuhbI #MTedchat

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AlisonFeddes May 9 @ 10:51 PM EDT

Yes, all those sound good. Another good one is Learning Forward #MTedchat

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cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:52 PM EDT

Q6: Call to action: Name one thing you can do to push forward professionally this week. #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:52 PM EDT

Q6 #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:52 PM EDT

Q6: Call to action: Name one thing you can do to push forward professionally this week. #MTedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:52 PM EDT

And you will...but do it slowly for your sanity! #MTedchat

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rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:52 PM EDT

It's esp hard for Ts in states like MT; our districts don't have $ to send us anywhere. And the experts don't tend to come to us. #MTedchat

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rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:53 PM EDT

May @DonorsChoose will reconsider? 🙏🏻 #MTedchat

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TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:53 PM EDT

#MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:49 PM EDT

Q5: What challenges have you faced in making your goal(s) a reality? #MTedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:53 PM EDT

Wahoo! Congrats! #MTedchat

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NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:53 PM EDT

agreed! Find a tech company who will send you! Worked for me! #mtedchat

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rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:54 PM EDT

Let's get our wish list going! #MTedchat

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NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:54 PM EDT

look at applying to be an AlphaSquirrel for @Squirrels they want to help Ts go to PD and talk about their apps #mtedchat

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TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:54 PM EDT

#MTedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:52 PM EDT

Q6: Call to action: Name one thing you can do to push forward professionally this week. #MTedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:54 PM EDT

Great idea! Hmmm. Need to get on that. #MTedchat

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cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:55 PM EDT

I agree...Actually challenged couple groups I admire about that when at ISTE last year. They go, where the vendors go. No $$ here. #mtedchat

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TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:55 PM EDT

A6: I can complete one more section of the Google Certified Level 2 training. I will be one section closer to taking the test! #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:56 PM EDT

A6 Getting ready to go to the @PBSAnnualMtg in SanDiego next week—getting a crash course in all things PBS Super excited! #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:56 PM EDT

Q6: Call to action: Name one thing you can do to push forward professionally this week. #MTedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:56 PM EDT

A5 For conferences, the challenges are all $$. Living in a rural state >> plane fare, accommodations, food, conf fee... Grants!! #MTedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:57 PM EDT

Thx for the tip! Will definitely explore! #MTedchat

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TriSciCurious - Moderator May 9 @ 10:57 PM EDT

That sounds like a blast! #MTedchat

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cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:58 PM EDT

Any tools/documents you share can be found at https://t.co/bC5pMjhwK4 Please use #MTedchat to share what you are doing in your classroom.

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:58 PM EDT

A6: I can create the calendar of conferences. Regional admin/August Inst/etc. National ASCD/ISTE/NAESP Design concept map. #mtedchat

AmandaRapstad May 9 @ 10:58 PM EDT

A6 I'm getting ready to move to 4th next year so doing lots of reading and connecting with others to get ready for that move. #mtedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:58 PM EDT

#mtedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:58 PM EDT

Any tools/documents you share can be found at https://t.co/bC5pMjhwK4 Please use #MTedchat to share what you are doing in your classroom.

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:58 PM EDT

Bottom line wins again. It's an unfortunate reality. :( #MTedchat

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cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:58 PM EDT

I'm inspired. I'm also impressed. Impressive group. #mtedchat

cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:59 PM EDT

If you would like to receive a weekly reminder about the chat, please add your info here: https://t.co/SMcwPs4Mqb #MTedchat

rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:59 PM EDT

I am WITH you! Nerdy teacher friends unite! 🤓 #MTedchat

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NVradenburg - Moderator May 9 @ 10:59 PM EDT

It would be fun to get a book discussion going! Maybe meet for coffee every now and then to discuss or use Voxer? #mtedchat

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rachelmarker May 9 @ 10:59 PM EDT

Ha! Agreed! A very cool title! #MTedchat

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cristama - Moderator May 9 @ 10:59 PM EDT

If a group...need to explore Airbnb... With Uber/Public transportation...can cut HUGE costs. #mtedchat

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