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participatechat Feb 23 @ 8:00 PM EST

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

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:00 PM EST

Looking forward to learning with everyone tonight as we discuss Cura Personalis: Developing the whole child. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:00 PM EST

Please introduce yourselves and where you are from. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:02 PM EST

Chris, elementary principal in Glen Burnie, MD #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:02 PM EST

Walter, principal at Cristo Rey Jesuit Baltimore. #mdeschat

sarahdateechur Feb 23 @ 8:03 PM EST

Hi #MDESchat, Sarah from VA, teaching in MD, currently in Portland.

missreed - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:03 PM EST

#mdeschat Hey! Rian from @pgcps! Ready to talk about a core value: the whole child!

In reply to @pgcps

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:03 PM EST

Hey Chris, glad you could make it! #mdeschat

In reply to @principal64

evyabel Feb 23 @ 8:03 PM EST

Evylyn, Assistant Principal at PEW, Largo MD 😀 Greetings #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Feb 23 @ 8:03 PM EST

Denise, Assistant Principal in Glen Burnie #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hey Sarah, thanks for joining us from the west coast! #mdeschat

In reply to @sarahdateechur

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:04 PM EST

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principal64 - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:04 PM EST

So many great minds in one place tonight! Look out! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:05 PM EST

Thank you for joining us Denise! #mdeschat

In reply to @DeniseFaidley

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:05 PM EST

Hey Evylyn! Hope al is well! #mdeschat

In reply to @evyabel

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:06 PM EST

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jazzmeister2013 Feb 23 @ 8:06 PM EST

Greg- K, #TeamFelegy. Checking in for some time after an awesome kindergarten STEAM night! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:06 PM EST

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WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:08 PM EST

Question one coming up. We will use the Q1/A1 format tonight. Please feel free to engage each other betweet questions. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:09 PM EST

Q1: Lets look at the physical environment. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 23 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1- This year, we have a Green Club at #TeamFelegy. We have been exploring environmental science, planting, gardening… #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1. With funding, schools can provide extended day opportunities to enrich and support students #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 23 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1- …energy conservation, recycling, and more on a weekly basis. Ss get to explore outside surroundings and learn. #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Feb 23 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1. Ss interests, relationship building & educ/social skills are met through various after school clubs, PTA events & ext'd day. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1: Partnering w/ clubs and civic groups creates opportunities for Ss to build community ands bring stakeholders into schools. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1. We also have great teachers who volunteer & enrich through dance, music etc #mdeschat

AssignmentHelpN Feb 23 @ 8:15 PM EST

#mdeschat #MEMSPAchat #mschat #TNedchat #IRAchat A Quick Guide on How to Write a Book Review https://t.co/3BnLyV1BCF

evyabel Feb 23 @ 8:15 PM EST

A1. Time to get out of the box and learn through other experiences:dance,art,sports,social,robotics and real life experiences #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:09 PM EST

Q1: Lets look at the physical environment. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:16 PM EST

Q2: Lets look at how we can use our wall space to showcase teaching and learning. #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:17 PM EST

Ms. Erb-Appleman has an Oratory group! There performance is 3/2 at the Metro Points Hotel! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1. With funding, schools can provide extended day opportunities to enrich and support students #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 23 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2- Wide-range of authentic student work. From PBL to AI to #passionprojects, displays of learning enhance the wall space. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: Walls can be used to advertise what is happening in and around the school community providing opportunitie to extend learning. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2. Never enough wall space in our open-space school, but so important & motivating to have student work everywhere #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:19 PM EST

Question 3 coming up! #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Feb 23 @ 8:21 PM EST

A2. ❤ KDG who hang clothes lines w/ work; interactive displays where Ss contribute; & public spaces for all to contribute #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:21 PM EST

always thought a paper "refrigerator" would be nice-display Ss work for those that might not have a place at home to showcase work #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:16 PM EST

Q2: Lets look at how we can use our wall space to showcase teaching and learning. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:21 PM EST

Q3: How are we being strategic to engage our learners? #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 23 @ 8:21 PM EST

Moving into read-only mode for some time. Work to be done this evening. #mdeschat Following along on TweetDeck.

evyabel Feb 23 @ 8:22 PM EST

A2.Highlight and praise learning, assign areas and rotate them, integrate themes, subjects and strategies. Critique and share #MDESchat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:16 PM EST

Q2: Lets look at how we can use our wall space to showcase teaching and learning. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:23 PM EST

A3. I think the most important strategy is to help make connections between class work & the real world #authentic #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Feb 23 @ 8:24 PM EST

A2. Portable displays, digital, using all available metallic spaces to hang resources & work w/ magnets #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3: Our Ss attend a corporate work study program connecting real life experiences to the learning environment. #mdeschat

evyabel Feb 23 @ 8:25 PM EST

A3. Using art to communicate and developing a community that is global, green, bilingual and champions #MDESchat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:21 PM EST

Q3: How are we being strategic to engage our learners? #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Feb 23 @ 8:26 PM EST

A3. Career connections, real world application/discussion, use events as lrng opportunities- teachable moments #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:26 PM EST

Question four looks at the service learning experience. #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3 Here are 3 different examples from this school year. #SockDrive, #Arts, #Gardening #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:29 PM EST

A4. All provide students with the chance to talk, interact & engage, critical skills in a world that is sometimes contentious #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Feb 23 @ 8:29 PM EST

A4. Cluster collaboration is powerful when local HS Ss come to volunteer, mentor, read with our Elm Ss #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:29 PM EST

A4: Activities provide opportunities for Ss to apply skills. When the learning mirrors real-world, Ss can have deeper learning. #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4. Combines the importance of SHOWING and SAYING what your intentions are. Communication comes in multiple forms. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:26 PM EST

Question four looks at the service learning experience. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:30 PM EST

Communication is a skill Ss need in college and work. #mdeschat

In reply to @principal64

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:33 PM EST

Question 5 coming up! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:35 PM EST

A4: The activity has to embed enduring skills and understandings to help Ss progress through the content. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:35 PM EST

Q5 #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:37 PM EST

Totally!! #Embed #MDESchat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:35 PM EST

A4: The activity has to embed enduring skills and understandings to help Ss progress through the content. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:38 PM EST

A5: The school nurse and physical education Ts can share their content knowledge helping Ss make health choices. #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Feb 23 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5. Guest speakers/programs- American ❤ assoc & Jump rope 4 ❤ program, dentists, Wellness programs through nurse and cafeteria #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:40 PM EST

@SHLElementary has a partnership w/ #UMD to educate on Healthy Eating. Including providing the food to cook and taste! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:35 PM EST

Q5 #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:41 PM EST

A5: Coaches and school counselors can help Ss understand the deeper meaning of wellness improving areas like attentiveness/focus. #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:41 PM EST

@CCMSpgcps has UMD Ss who come to Tutor our Ss during and after school. #mdeschat

In reply to @CCMSpgcps

evyabel Feb 23 @ 8:43 PM EST

A5. Partnering with BlueCross brought Zumba and Yoga lessons for staff members that transferred to students as well #MDESchat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:35 PM EST

Q5 #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:43 PM EST

A5: Through relationships with Ss, we can help them to see the benefits of improving their social and emotional health. #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:44 PM EST

@SHLElementary held a Flash Mob Dance with Senior Citizens in the area! #Engage #mdeschat

In reply to @SHLElementary

evyabel Feb 23 @ 8:45 PM EST

Sometimes Ss just need someone they can trust and learn from. To be heard #MDESchat

In reply to @WalterReap

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:45 PM EST

Find ways to bring community members into the school; shows Ss and Ts how much they are appreciated! #mdeschat

In reply to @missreed, @SHLElementary

DeniseFaidley Feb 23 @ 8:45 PM EST

A5. AACPS has built in move, move, move and structured play into the primary curriculum to develop whole child #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:47 PM EST

You just can't help but MOVE when you read/hear the 3rd Move! #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Feb 23 @ 8:45 PM EST

A5. AACPS has built in move, move, move and structured play into the primary curriculum to develop whole child #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:47 PM EST

So true. Taking the time to listen to Ss will help them to learn the importance of developing listening/speaking skills. #mdeschat

In reply to @evyabel

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:48 PM EST

Question 6 #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Feb 23 @ 8:51 PM EST

A6. Schools sharing a common vision, target Ss needs, engage & meet all learners. Ideal! #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:51 PM EST

A6: Simply by optimizing ALL the gifts and talents the Staff and Students have and thanking them after their contribution! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:48 PM EST

Question 6 #mdeschat

evyabel Feb 23 @ 8:51 PM EST

A6. School where all voices are heard, parents and teachers are empowered and are partners and the goal is: Ss success #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:48 PM EST

Question 6 #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:53 PM EST

A6: School environments which focus on providing opportunities for Ss to mid-course correct; generate ideas to enhance skills. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:54 PM EST

Pledge is up next. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:54 PM EST

Pledge: #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 23 @ 8:57 PM EST

A6- Allowing Ss, Ts, and As to operate in their strengths/talents to support learning and growth. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:57 PM EST

Pledge: Build relationships, which challenge and support Ss to reflect and evaluate experiences to make personal improvements. #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:57 PM EST

Meet one-on-one w/ each Ss to review their College and Career Project that they are working on for March Madness! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 23 @ 8:54 PM EST

Pledge: #mdeschat

evyabel Feb 23 @ 8:58 PM EST

that thanking piece seems hard and is not 😬 it means so much #mdeschat

In reply to @missreed