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Thursday June 9, 2016
Welcome! I'm excited to be guest hosting tonight's chat Share your name, what you do, & your fave past time. https://t.co/jH8G1xRMaB
is in a Q/A format with Q1, Q2, etc. Mark responses w/ A1, A2, A3...
Brian Bettis, Assistant Principal in NC. Love hiking in Blue Ridge Mtns.
Hi Brian! Glad you are joining tonight.
Robert from Los Angeles. Middle school English. Still teary from 8th grade culmination today...
Reading Specialist Kimberly, from north TX. I love to read and cook!
Welcome Robert. Glad you are joining tonight. How did your school recognize your 8th gr students today?
Jill from SC; High School History. I love cooking, photography, and reading!
Hi Kimberly! Great to connect w/ you on tonight. What are you reading now?
Welcome Jill! Great to connect w/ you on tonight. What are your fave photography subjects?
Howdy family from Barbara in Friendswood, TX. I love writing, speaking, teaching, learning, knitting & baking!
Just got my copy of yesterday. is next on my list.
I love taking landscapes, especially from my trips. Always looking for a different perspective
Welcome Barbara! So glad to connect w/ you on tonight. How is your summer going so far?
Lots of honors for a variety of accomplishments, incl most improved, perseverant, artistic, etc. https://t.co/gBdmUrrvAr
Welcome Robert. Glad you are joining tonight. How did your school recognize your 8th gr students today?
I just got my copy of KDI too! Can’t wait to devour it!
So far so good! I'm working on a huge keynote I'm giving in WI next TH. Good times! Yours?
A1: Teachers work so hard during the year... time to reflect and renew sets a purpose and focus for new adventures
A1: We give so much during the school year, we have to find time to find our passion and renew our spirits.
A1: The learning is in the ~ Renewal has to happen because we can't serve from an empty vessel! Recharging is imperative!
A1 Just spoke with a preservice T in NYC. I suggested she write a short reflection after each class. Gives perspective & shows growth
Agree We have to take down time to recharge in order to pour out into others. https://t.co/9a3QumEGhM
A1: We give so much during the school year, we have to find time to find our passion and renew our spirits.
I'm Rachel from rural north Alabama, math tchr that's been converted to science
Hi! I'm Joshua from Wood County Christian School in Williamstown, WV. I have never been in a EduChat before!
Hi , joining a little late. First time here.
Hi Joshua. Be careful; you're gonna get hooked. It's SUCH a fun way to learn!!
Hey Wendy! Great to see you here!
Q2 Reflect: What was something that made the biggest impact for your students this school year? https://t.co/JhHaMOav66
I agree. Some of the best PD I have gotten over the yrs has been from these edu chats :-)
So glad you are leading this topic. Been doing a lot of reflecting this week.
Welcome Rachel. I’m a Bama girl myself, transplanted in North Texas ; )
Welcome Joshua! This is a great PLN to connect w/ tonight! So glad you are jumping in!
A2:MixItUp, KindnessChallenge, and the personal daily smiles...Also...using my GPS from
The beginning of summer is the perfect time to reflect on the year that just wrapped up! So glad you are joining in!
A2 Taking time for Read alouds! Builds vocabulary, great discussion. Ss couldn't wait for next chapter! https://t.co/S5ufyvCejC
Q2 Reflect: What was something that made the biggest impact for your students this school year? https://t.co/JhHaMOav66
A2: As an admin, the relationship that I worked to build with a particular stdnt made an impact on his effort, behavior and learning!
A2: Every day, this one S stopped by in the morning, for a song. It made an ordinary year extraordinary! https://t.co/BCcoleSagt
A2 By far my best yr in 23yrs b/c I equally focused on firmness, fairness, fascination, & facilitation. I adored my Ss this year!
What are your fave read aloud… from this year?
Q2: my students knowing that I took interest in their extracurricular activities. As a newer teacher, it really helped build rapport
A2 Our final project (HS sci) had a big impact. Ss had complete choice: of topic, how learning would happen and be shown. Must repeat
Welcome Wendy! So glad you are joining tonight!!
The Phantom Tollbooth! Remember my 6th grade T reading it to us!
I love this; may every year be our BEST year. How will you top it in 2016-2017?
A2: Making sure ss knew I was there to help them & be supportive. They let me try some new "things" in the classroom & rolled w/ it.
I read aloud to my 8th graders all the time, Kimberly! We gasp, giggle, & sob together & discuss themes. https://t.co/prnkuQEkJq
A2 Taking time for Read alouds! Builds vocabulary, great discussion. Ss couldn't wait for next chapter! https://t.co/S5ufyvCejC
Q2 Reflect: What was something that made the biggest impact for your students this school year? https://t.co/JhHaMOav66
I love books and reading and I’ve never heard of this book! Cool!
Such great positivity. Every year should feel like that! Thanks for the inspiration.
Kind of. It was written to a former me from the 5.0 version. Thought-provoking!
Ss of all ages love it! Making connections and comprehending as a class! https://t.co/aVNlVbXHiK
I read aloud to my 8th graders all the time, Kimberly! We gasp, giggle, & sob together & discuss themes. https://t.co/prnkuQEkJq
A2 Taking time for Read alouds! Builds vocabulary, great discussion. Ss couldn't wait for next chapter! https://t.co/S5ufyvCejC
Q2 Reflect: What was something that made the biggest impact for your students this school year? https://t.co/JhHaMOav66
In the end, it’s all about relationships!!! https://t.co/PeCafACHvy
A2: As an admin, the relationship that I worked to build with a particular stdnt made an impact on his effort, behavior and learning!
Q3: Reflect: How have you grown this year? What impact did your learning community have on your growthr? https://t.co/qnsGTy6Bvw
Those moments when you feel your impact on a single student are powerful for reflection. So great for you!
Thanks, Barbara! Now that I know social, emotional, soulful & academic learning are intertwined, it all flows https://t.co/BVvwqEZ9rP
I love this; may every year be our BEST year. How will you top it in 2016-2017?
A3: Such an apt question, Heidi. You and Lis and had game-changing impact for me this yr. Found my PLN
A3: PLN helped get me though my first year of sixth grade PERIOD! Made for a smoother first year. So much growth!
I made it my goal this year to grow as a connected learner and to listen, share and collaborate. Not only w colleagues & PLN but w Ss
A1: I became more of a "teacher-leader" & felt I gained more respect of fellow teachers as they came to me for ideas/suggestions/help
Q3: First year Asst Prin. Grew in my skillset of working with adults and in my passion for quality instruction for students
A3:I became more of a "teacher-leader" & felt I gained more respect of fellow teachers as they came to me for ideas/suggestions/help
Can you see me smiling!!! This is our why!!! https://t.co/gSYLyaZS2I
A3: Such an apt question, Heidi. You and Lis and had game-changing impact for me this yr. Found my PLN
A3: I also had a goal to sing & dance more often. Mission accomplished! Ss felt at ease,had fun, & anticipated w smiles my next dance
A3: I moved to a new grade level after 14 yrs with littles and my growing pains HURT, a lot! I came out a better me & ready for more!
You should write a blog post about these 4 F’s!
Don't ever stop dancing, Karen. Your song is infectious. https://t.co/svV9gkcJAP
A3: I also had a goal to sing & dance more often. Mission accomplished! Ss felt at ease,had fun, & anticipated w smiles my next dance
Sing, Dance, Laugh AND Connect; it'll take you places you can't imagine!
A3 I was finally comfortable enough with my content to begin taking risks - my Ss benefitted immensely and I was much more satisfied
What were your s’s fave read alouds? I love that you shared read aloud w/ your 8th graders! Everyone loves a good story
Hi everyone! Greg- 2nd grade, MD. Moving to K next year. First time participant in . Seeing familiar faces. Hope all are well.
A3: It is just as important to me to connect with students on a social-emotional level just as I do on an academic level.
So I dream of being a K teacher, in another lifetime! Oh, what fun. Congrats!
Awesome goal! https://t.co/pZ7Zf1OSL9
I made it my goal this year to grow as a connected learner and to listen, share and collaborate. Not only w colleagues & PLN but w Ss
Q4: Coming up in 1 minute
Very excited! Will miss my current 2nd graders. They've been such a blessing.
Mic drop moment! Such a necessity! https://t.co/oyhIX063Rw
A3: It is just as important to me to connect with students on a social-emotional level just as I do on an academic level.
It’s in the discomfort that growth occurs. It yields a testimony from the test! https://t.co/LXjDnIkoW6
A3: I moved to a new grade level after 14 yrs with littles and my growing pains HURT, a lot! I came out a better me & ready for more!
This is so wonderful to hear, Rachel! It takes so long to really know our stuff, & now you will keep soaring. https://t.co/K0EZbAR9Fk
A3 I was finally comfortable enough with my content to begin taking risks - my Ss benefitted immensely and I was much more satisfied
A4: I'm always talking to teachers and always ask what they're doing in the classroom. I also research continually.
A4: I'm that constant learner: reading, taking classes, etc. I want to know more so I can in turn help my ss & fellow teachers.
Oh, there's a TESTimony, all right. There were times I wasn't sure I'd make it. But and got me through!
Awesome reflection! This is where the magic happens! https://t.co/8hxNuQ03HF
A3 I was finally comfortable enough with my content to begin taking risks - my Ss benefitted immensely and I was much more satisfied
Welcome Greg! So great to connect w/ you on
Thanks Heidi! Likewise! Hope all is well.
A4: Read books to help me grow like
Beautiful https://t.co/jcJhYKjTzc
Oh, there's a TESTimony, all right. There were times I wasn't sure I'd make it. But and got me through!
A4: Visiting (other) classrooms helped me identify quality instruction...easy to do as an admin daily, but powerful for all teachers
A4: I try to document reflection as often as possible in a timely way, even just jotting on paper. Time tends to blur and moment lost
A4: Part of my learning and growing begins each summer by making connections with students and families in our amazing community.
The Watsons Go to Birmingham is screamingly funny & equally heartbreaking & profound. Did a civil rights unit https://t.co/chtzN39oNE
What were your s’s fave read alouds? I love that you shared read aloud w/ your 8th graders! Everyone loves a good story
A4: Journaling, walking the labyrinth, mentoring, motivating. We have this mirror to encourage S https://t.co/3kNHnLDTAU
First time here, sorry I am late.
is on my which is getting ever longer!
You're just in time for the rest of the conversation! Welcome!
Tell me more about the labyrinth???
Hi Victoria! So glad you are joining us on tonight.
A2 Reflect: we provided more extension in pursuit of our smart goal and it paid off in growth, engagement, and motivation!
A5: an affirmation folder in my cabinet for notes, cards, letters ss wrote to me throughout the yrs & look @ when having a bad day
A5 I recharge via my relationship w/ Christ, spending time w/ family, & exercising.
A5: Those reminders help reaffirm why I teach.
A5: I didn't! I tend to use inspiring success stories of other teachers to pick me up or think on my own successes.
I agree. You need to have a great support team.
A5: Playi on the playground with stdnts, dinner with colleagues, PD sessions, Twitter chats, lunch with stdnts recharge & energize me
I try to plan ahead so I don't get as stressed
I try to be mindful of who I am surrounding myself with. It's easy to become a product of environment. Positivity breeds positivity
Influence vs being influenced.
A5: Recharge provides PD at beg. of summer. It gives me a fresh spark and makes me eager for fall.
So true. Attitude can be contagious.
Love this list Adults need to play as much as kids. https://t.co/RYhUbCgFY9
A5: Playi on the playground with stdnts, dinner with colleagues, PD sessions, Twitter chats, lunch with stdnts recharge & energize me
Hi Heather! So glad you are jumping in w/ tonight.
Definitely trying to make more time for self care. Mind and body.
Btw, I’m you neighbor to the south in McKinney ISD ; )
A5: LAUGH and LAUGH often!
A5: For me, recharging means time with faith, family, and friends because I am grounded thru them and they fill my heart instantly
Q6 coming up in 1 minute...
A5 It's all about meaning, for me & the students. Motivation is crucial. Reignite that teaching spark! https://t.co/gdsHfsor6H
Q6: Recharge: How do you contribue to keeping your team & school community motivated & strong all year long? https://t.co/0OEQ3zpRRs
A6: I try my hardest to not be negative!
A6: I try to lead by example as much as possible.
Heidi, we were literally one second apart in each focusing on the power of motivation. Great questions tonight!
A6 I try to show up in the teacher's lounge with a positive story to share. It can get the ball rolling.
I try to motivate others by looking for the positive and being a good listener when needed
A6 I share my learning through Twitter and plan to lead a Twitter chat training next year. https://t.co/gBadCNEwtQ
Q6: Recharge: How do you contribue to keeping your team & school community motivated & strong all year long? https://t.co/0OEQ3zpRRs
A6: As admin, I try to give meaningful feedback, positive notes, be present and engaged in classrooms, and bring food!
Listening is definitely an underrated skill
A6: my new team overwhelmingly said that words of recognition and genuine encouragement fuel their fire. Social time helps too
Be the light! https://t.co/j5cwsppCql
A6 I try to show up in the teacher's lounge with a positive story to share. It can get the ball rolling.
A6:Smile often and acknowledge those who make a difference each day.Those who do, have the potential to ripple positivity onto others
Genuine care for others is the #1 way to contribute to a positive culture. https://t.co/5O18XyoXVw
I try to motivate others by looking for the positive and being a good listener when needed
A6: reats in T's boxes, check ins, offer breaks. Smile. Took a beverage cart around this spring as a treat. Play music. Uplift.
As was mentioned before, Relationships!
. This is SO true. Every atta-boy means something. Every teacher needs this, and it takes only a moment.
Sing it with us: This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine!
thanks, learned it from one of my PLN peeps here!
. Karen, you are the bestest. I'm so lucky to know you.
Everyone needs to know that they matter, that what's important to them MATTERS to you!
Thank you all for the great chat! I enjoyed Reflecting, Renewing & Recharging w/ you all on tonight! https://t.co/iEg5LTXKEz
Always yes to food!!! https://t.co/77uqqTWro6
A6: As admin, I try to give meaningful feedback, positive notes, be present and engaged in classrooms, and bring food!
Thank you for moderating a wonderful chat! I enjoyed my time!
Wait, what? You know it was a great chat when the goodbye tweet comes and you say, wait what time is it? rocked it.
You can never go wrong with food :-)
