#vachat Archive
#vachat is a great way for Virginia educators to share teaching strategies, educational resources, and more.
Monday October 3, 2016
8:00 PM EDT
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Welcome to . Introduce yourself so we know who's joining us & share your role at your school.
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Good evening and welcome to . We're discussing Meeting the Needs of All Students.
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Evening ers! Phil, Elementary Principal at Natural Bridge Elementary in Beautiful Rockbridge County!
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Hello, hello, hello! I'm Temani. 6th grade ELA from Alabama.
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I'll be in and out of tonight's . Reed, HS AP from Charlottesville. Homecoming football game has me occupied
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Tiawana. I will be moderating tonight. My colleagues had another engagement. Sound off Tribe.
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Hello, Thanks for joining us.
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questions are in the hopper and scheduled to go
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Good Evening!! Basil Marin from Hampton Roads VA. I am currently an Alternative Special Education Teacher and aspiring Administrator
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Good evening! Looking forward to tonight's topic.
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Happy Monday ! Akilah, from VBCPS, Professional Learning Specialist
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Brandan. Teach in Norfolk. 6th and 7th social studies
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welcome, glad to have you along tonight!
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For the next hour ... Dr. Nancy Sulla here at ; creator of the Learner-Active, Technology-Infused Classroom… https://t.co/QYtvhqQtnb
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Christine. Elementary gifted specialist. Charlottesville.
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Awesome, thanks for joining.
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Thank you. Definitely glad to be dropping in. :-)
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Thank you for sharing the knowledge. https://t.co/1nHYekrbhp
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Good Evening!! Basil Marin from Hampton Roads VA. I am currently an Alternative Special Education Teacher and aspiring Administrator
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always good to see familiar "faces" !
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So happy to see Norfolk in the house.
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It's one of the highlights of my week!
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A1: Conversations. Lots and lots of conversations: breakfast duty, lunch duty, in the hallway, during class. Surveys too.
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Hello I'm Steven a Middle School Assistant Principal from Missouri
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Hi Basil! Good to see you!
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A1: Its impt b/c I can connect what we're learning to what I know they know. Had a S use Messi as an example for relative weaknesses
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A1 I actually did tbis as a new admin to get to know my staff better. I asked "What do you wish your principal knew about you?"
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Dishes are done and I'm hopping in late. Michala, literacy coach at White Oaks ES in Virginia Beach. Looking forward to chatting.
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A1: Getting to know students needs to be engrained in everything we do. Start off the yr with a survey for them & their parents
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A1 Students must know you care about them. As an AP, I visit homes, classroom, and make good phone calls home.
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A1:To know the interests of your Ss and make connections with them to build relationships and then the Ss know you care
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A1) Meet students where they're at: cognitively, culturally, personality, socially ... use data, let Ss self-report
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A1: When working with diverse alternative Ss, it is good to know where Ss are coming from. What is their perspective of life?
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A1. When u understand ss background you can bring in their culture and use it to teach.
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I'm Jennifer. HS AP in AL. Been in Nashville & off the grid this weekend. Glad to be here in ! , I'm just a little late!
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the answer were powerful, reminds us about what we are all going through.
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A1: Check out my podcast below. On why/how I make connections and build relationships with students. https://t.co/l6Oveusllj
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Forgot https://t.co/nAxeJVYa7F
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a1: to gain a deeper understanding of their lives, beliefs, and their view of the school.
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A1. Background leads to context which leads to understanding which leads to empathy and relationships
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When teachers care enough to get to know the Ss in their classrooms, Ss know it. They will learn from those who care!
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A1: Build on their strengths thru the year. Work with their weaknesses but never "focus" solely on them
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A1: Building healthy relationships with Ss is huge!! Learning what Ss enjoy is only the start of a continued dialogue.
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A1: Learning about our Ss helps us to help them make connections between new info and background knowledge.
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Boom! Exactly before learning can start Ss have to know you care
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Wow! Glad to have The ! https://t.co/1thL0ywZ4v
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I'm Jennifer. HS AP in AL. Been in Nashville & off the grid this weekend. Glad to be here in ! , I'm just a little late!
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A1. They don't care how much you know, they want to know how much you care.
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A1: Hearing personal narratives from Ss gives us insight into what experiences may have shaped them while building relationships.
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Haha! Thanks, Tiawana! Great to be here.
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Q2 is coming up in a minute as we discuss Meeting the Needs of All Students
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Yes, I often ask teachers. How will this lesson impact this particular student. keeping students in mind. https://t.co/oX7tV0smcU
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A1 also makes it easier to understand , if you know backgroud, if someone is having a bad day... why.
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So true. We can never forget this. https://t.co/6wtjHiPDBr
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A1. They don't care how much you know, they want to know how much you care.
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A1: Kids don't learn from people they don't like or from people who don't first humanize them and acknowledge their experiences.
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Haha. Well I was an hour early to yours last week so it all balances out https://t.co/kewfJaxc1C
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I'm Jennifer. HS AP in AL. Been in Nashville & off the grid this weekend. Glad to be here in ! , I'm just a little late!
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Students work harder if they know we’re invested. Finding connections and learning about one another makes things better.
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Jumped my in late! looking forward to learning with y'all https://t.co/YQRtfsCu6w
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A1: Build on their strengths thru the year. Work with their weaknesses but never "focus" solely on them
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So true. And they can tell when a T is sincere or not. https://t.co/oCL166y5sM
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A1: Kids don't learn from people they don't like or from people who don't first humanize them and acknowledge their experiences.
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We see this daily. Kids need our 100% best effort. https://t.co/66NO13ka2x
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Students work harder if they know we’re invested. Finding connections and learning about one another makes things better.
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A2. When you don't settle for a good job. You never quite reach the finish line because we keep pushing farther away. Always grow
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Little late in Frederick Co. VA
A1: listen, observe, provide opportunity to share personal stories
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A2: I tell my Ss that my job is to make their heads' hurt. If it's not, they're not learning as much as they could.
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A1 including Ss interest & experiences in the learning environment helps them make connections
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A2: It's impt that Ss know learning is HARD and can be uncomfortable. You have to know where to meet Ss, no matter where that is.
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A2: Having high expectations looks like being a champion for Ss. Once the relationship is formed, Ts can create classroom leaders!
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A2: High expectations is visible in language your hear used by students; there's a glow when students feel challenged & supported
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A2: Tougher to answer than I expected... Almost, I know the culture of high expectaions when I see it.
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A1.1: Ways to gather: Talk to my Ss. Give them surveys. Use the surveys. Request previous ed experience.
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A2: When we help kids learn more than what they thought they could learn.
It doesn't mean taking away supports.
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A2 expectations should be different for each student. Personalized. Stretch each student to reach their potential.
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Joining a little late, HS Instructional Coach from SC
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Critical that we meet students where they are. https://t.co/x2l81mEFav
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A2: It's impt that Ss know learning is HARD and can be uncomfortable. You have to know where to meet Ss, no matter where that is.
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A2. High expectations means my ss may complain about a task but I know they can accomplish it
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Student failure, esp giving F's and bragging about it, is NOT a sign of high expectations
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A2: It's a feeling. High expectations is all five senses. You hear and see Tt, Ss and Parents . https://t.co/UvJD38nDcd
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A2: High expectations means leaving stereotypes @ the door, meeting ea S or T where @ & pushing to set personal bests
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often that you believe they can answer/complete it!
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A1: background is essential to understand a S's current reality;use it to make connections & bring into learning process
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A2: Expectations have to be personalized, You can't judge everyone by if they can climb a tree https://t.co/QuQMFzltBw
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A2: High expectations goes beyond academics. I have high social-emotional/behavioral expectations. We are growing citizens.
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A2: high expectations are explicits statements, actions within the school culture/classroom that points Ss in the right direction
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A1: Building relationships and trust with Ss is crucial. Talking with them and getting to know their interests is the first step
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EXPECTATIONS for our STUDENTS should align with the EXPECTATIONS we have for ourselves as EDUCATORS.
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So true! Goal 3. Socio-Emotional. https://t.co/V5kWSdesuB
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A2: High expectations goes beyond academics. I have high social-emotional/behavioral expectations. We are growing citizens.
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So important to debunk the myths about students certain sterotypes. We have believe "we" can educate all kids from all backgrounds
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Just joined in from . Love engagement! Just wrote a blog post on engagement, empowerment, efficacy
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A2: High expectations are those things that let kids know you care about them enough to not them them fail.
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Tribe, you guys are on fire. Question 3 is coming.
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A2:not letting Ss give up,not denying them the opportunity to attempt challenging work,everyone deserves to explore their potential
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A3. Mindset has to be the key. Without the buy in on what it takes to ensure all voices are heard, we are wasting time.
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A3:All of our Ts have to do what is best for Ss, even if it is not best for us adults, Ss have to be 1st in order for it to work
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A3: At our school, I think we need to demand more & support more in classes that are not AP or IB.
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Thank you for sharing. Please also share on voxer so everyone will have it. We have the same name on Voxer . DM me to join
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A3: Intentionally design learning environments with in mind. Unpack that word with Tt. … https://t.co/UWGR8Sao9i
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Q3: What changes need to be made in your class/school to ensure all students are provided with equal opportunities?… https://t.co/1rA6N2C5hu
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A3: No more hand raising! Opportunity gaps created achievement gaps. If question is worth asking worth all having chance to answer
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A3: Although I don’t have my own anymore, I can provide an outside perspective for colleagues and help shape equitable practices.
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A1 know Ss baseline A2 set non-negotiable expectations grow higher expectations A1 how far to push applaud effort praise growth
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Absolutely. Constant praise https://t.co/0z134M0ulx
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A1 know Ss baseline A2 set non-negotiable expectations grow higher expectations A1 how far to push applaud effort praise growth
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A3: Sharing with Ss what growth mindset is vital for success. Ss have heard over and over of their short coming! Ts need to uplift!
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A3. Every child needs something different.Use data, surveys, formative assessments, their voice to make sur… https://t.co/jJaSGyvJ6L
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: even if it is inconvenient for teachers. SPEAK This is about putting students first. https://t.co/pStJ4Qerer
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It should always be about the students; even if it is inconvenient for teachers. S success isn’t designed around o… https://t.co/z9OOJVHoOv
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I'm leading PD with staff in Nov on equity vs equality. We will be doing some unpacking! :-)
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Yes! We can't forget we are in the service business!
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THIS! 🙌🏾 Call on all children. ALL THE CHILDREN. Scaffold to give each what they need. https://t.co/EAVWvgNWyo
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A3: No more hand raising! Opportunity gaps created achievement gaps. If question is worth asking worth all having chance to answer
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It's one of my passions. It's woven into everything I do including . Let me know if you need some ideas:)
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Keep us updated and share with us. we all need this type of PD. .
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I would love anything you can share!
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Another great resource is . Check out his website...he's amazing with helping schools unpack equity.
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We're about 1/2 way through a great chat. Question 4, which is coming up, is a two-parter
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A3: More small group instruction, less teacher lecture and timely/immediate feedback for students on goals/progress
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Following now! Thank you!
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Maybe you can share a question on voxer to keep the conversation going. https://t.co/pnLT0wW360
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I'm leading PD with staff in Nov on equity vs equality. We will be doing some unpacking! :-)
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W'ell talk:)...reach out to too. He's an invaluable resource.
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A3: focus on Ss needs and providing a system of support for the school and community. Great efforts in our division to do that
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We have an awesome tribe. This is what true collaboration is about.
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You made a good decision. He's a gamechanger!
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A4: With 2-4 gr, we use a glow/grow sheet to help Ss set goals. I hold indiv conferences w/Ss to review/talk about goal & strategies
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A4 I actually had a K teacher have students set goals last year. Really helped them own what they wanted to accomplish
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A3 Ts bring it, content, pedagogical and technology knowledge aimed Ss choice, voice, ownership & evidence of learning
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Thanks for having me but I have to go
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A4:Goals stem from a desire to be better than your yesterday self!! We must model for our Ss how setting goals can change your life!
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A4: goal setting is a great starter for life goals and planning. Using this through mentoring or counseling department is great.
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100% true. Expectations r only as good as the scaffolds put in place to make sure all Ss get there & believing they can!
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I'm a big believer in modeling what we want to see. It starts with us!
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Getting spam on You know we have to trending.
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A4: Make the most of conferring with students. that time in priceless to help Ss achieve success!
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A4: goal setting can be used through student learning profiles at elementary level. Make students aware of learning goals
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A4 Goals measurable ways of celebrating success opportunities for accepting failure Ss learn from both know what they know & need
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True. Facilitating goals setting with Ss is a blueprint they can use all their life. https://t.co/FhWUSdpJRR
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A4: goal setting is a great starter for life goals and planning. Using this through mentoring or counseling department is great.
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A3: focus on Ss needs and providing a system of support for the school and community. Great efforts in our division to do that
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Here's something teachers can do with every student. https://t.co/tiyXiJzVBb
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A4: Make the most of conferring with students. that time in priceless to help Ss achieve success!
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A4: The biggest investment tool for goals is the why. Helping Ss connect what we do daily to their growth in the content & lives.
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A4: Build in time to conference with students each quarter or semester to set/review SMART goals.
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Q5: What can we do to ensure students with reading/writing deficiencies academic language improves? https://t.co/I0cXoVyfN0
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A5: we need to see remediation as on going and not after the fact! Needs to be everyday. https://t.co/JKy4f1kIO1
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Q5: What can we do to ensure students with reading/writing deficiencies academic language improves? https://t.co/I0cXoVyfN0
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A5: Students w/ reading/writing deficiencies can improve with tiered personalized support. Meet them where they are & pull in family
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A4: It's important for Ss to take ownership of their learning and reflect on their progress. Just as we as educators do. Model!
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Awesome tonight, but I've got to jump out early. TY for the resources & collaboration. Hope you can join us… https://t.co/V7jmGribvM
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A5: Imagine those Ss are your kids and go forth and teach them like their lives and their success depend on it.
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A4:goal setting can be modeled/an important skill to have when entering adulthood;this often starts w/ those relationships we build
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A5: Remidation is huge and also teaching up the material. Read 180 is a great tool to improve S fluency and confidence!
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It's SO worth the time. Plus you're building relationships at the same time. https://t.co/ACHfLvtQd0
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A4: Make the most of conferring with students. that time in priceless to help Ss achieve success!
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A5.1: Small group instruction works wonders. Use the language frequently and push high expectations for Ss to use the language too.
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A5 We must ensure out Tier I instruction is strong and if not find ways to strengthen it.
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A5: We must be intentional with all of our words and actions. Every moment is a learning opportunity. We must use them wisely!
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A5:by using the content vocabulary/differentiating instruction to meet Ss individual needs.literacy needs to be emphasized daily
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A5.2: Cut the "benefit of the doubt" from the classroom. Doesn't mean Ts can't empathize with Ss' experience/narrative.
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sm. group we work at Ss intructional lvl. Whole group is more on grade level with some scaffolding and gradual release
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A5 variety of text, multiple modes of expression, authentic tasks and audiences, visual auditory, tactile scaffolding, feedback
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You know intention is my golden word. It's the glue for all the work we do. https://t.co/We0kIgWwmY
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A5: We must be intentional with all of our words and actions. Every moment is a learning opportunity. We must use them wisely!
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Yes! And even on the individual level, there can be instruction associated with the academic vocabulary gaps we see.
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Student experiencing trauma. Our School Social Worker is a fantastic resource. https://t.co/M5jiywVz7o
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Q6: Who are some student groups you struggle to reach. What strategies did you use to (could you use to) bridge the… https://t.co/PkwT19qE4G
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I firmly believe academic gaps that exist are vocabulary/word gaps anyway, but that's a different conversation.
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A6: My background is special education. My strategy always is... if its not working for the S, I need to try something different.
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A7: Ss with dyslexia are often misunderstood. We need to start with their strengths in order to help them overcome obstacles.
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A6: All the learners and all the individual needs in a single 45-minute class period. Response: More intentionality and CENTERS!
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no more, "i taught it, they didn't learn it"
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Most valuable sentence from my MSEd program. If it isn’t working, change something. https://t.co/tssIA8Wpp9
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Yes!!!! When in doubt,try something different!!!
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This is an amazing Tribe. Thanks for collaborating with us. Please follow each other, and DM to join us on Voxer.
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Q7 What change can you make (or recommend) to make a positive impact on “hard to reach” students? https://t.co/Ptmijqluzs
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So true. We have to set high expectation for ourselves as well. Learning must take place. https://t.co/KizpC2uSQw
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no more, "i taught it, they didn't learn it"
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A7: Hard to reach students are our inspiration to build a bridge to their dreams.Bring learning into learning environments.
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Check in with them before their day starts, during the day, at the end the day. Show them you care.
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I'm going to quote Jimmy V here. "Never give up!"
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A7: Go out of your way to connect and build a relationship. As trust builds, Ss may grow in ways never seen before. Never give up!
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A7: Investment is 1st. 2nd, high expectations. 3rd, capitalize on strengths. 4th, make them believe they can. It's like magic. Lol.
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Alright. Great chat. Gotta' challenge for everyone this week. Share results w/ twitter using , our Voxer group or blog about it.
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Our students cultural diversity is our schools greatest strengths.
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Challenge for the week:
Have a conversation with a student about his/her aspirations/dreams.
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See you same time next week. https://t.co/fbnDEwQaUe
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Alright. Great chat. Gotta' challenge for everyone this week. Share results w/ twitter using , our Voxer group or blog about it.
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, thanks for an awesome chat tonight!
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I agree. Diversity is strength.
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Thank you for the chat!! You guys are awesome and inspiring educators. Have a blessed week!
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This tribe makes this look easy. Thank you, stay connected. . Bring a friend next week. Share articles, books, and blogs.
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This tribe makes this look easy. Thank you, stay connected. . Bring a friend next week. Share articles, books, and blogs.
