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jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Jessica Nungesser here from @STEAM_MS in Burleson, TX. I am ready to talk motivation! #STEAMpln #edpiper

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Hi, I’m @MandyVasek Principal from TX. Welcome to our un-mod. chat tonight on motivation. Let’s roll! #EDpiper

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:01 PM EDT

INTRO Be sure to add #EDpiper to your tweets!

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Time for #EDpiper !!! Let's go!!!

katemaree911 Apr 24 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Hi #EDpiper!

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Dan, business teacher from St. Louis. Lets do this! #edpiper

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hi Mandy! #edpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hi Dan! Hope you had a motivating Monday! #EDpiper

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hi Mandy! #edpiper
In reply to @MandyVasek

ironsclassrules Apr 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Sorry! Wrong account! Hi #EDpiper !!

sarahpedrotti Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hello #EDpiper @sarahpedrotti Principal from Waco, TX.

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

I feel like I really did! It was great as we now transition into state testing. So this is right in time! #edpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Russ from Hewitt, TX. Co-mod for #EDpiper with some uh-mazing educators!!! Welcome all!

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hello Sarah. Welcome to motivation Monday chat. #EDpiper

sarahpedrotti Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hello #EDpiper @sarahpedrotti Principal from Waco, TX.

MrsMorgansClass Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hi! Louise from @STEAM_MS - Burleson, TX #edpiper

In reply to @TrueNorthCG, @STEAM_MS

Coachv_Mrsv Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

I love Mondays! #EDpiper

urbanslegends Apr 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

#Edpiper Norma Urban Palomarez, 5th grade bilingual ed teacher in Lewisville

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Welcome Sarah! #edpiper

In reply to @sarahpedrotti

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hi Jackie, welcome to #EDpiper Motivation Monday chat.

Coachv_Mrsv Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

I love Mondays! #EDpiper

Ms_Gregg_ Apr 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Misty from @STEAM_MS in Burleson, Tx. I teach 6th and 7th grade math #EDpiper

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hey Russ! Happy Monday! #edpiper

In reply to @TrueNorthCG

bjohnson_STEAM Apr 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Brandon from Fort Worth, TX. #EDpiper

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Me too!!! Start of something awesome! #EDpiper

Coachv_Mrsv Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

I love Mondays! #EDpiper

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hey Louise! #edpiper

In reply to @MrsMorgansClass, @TrueNorthCG, @STEAM_MS

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Glad to have you Misty! #EDpiper

Ms_Gregg_ Apr 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Misty from @STEAM_MS in Burleson, Tx. I teach 6th and 7th grade math #EDpiper

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

READY...SET...GO!!! Be sure to add #EDpiper to your tweets.

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Glad you could join us tonight Norma #edpiper

In reply to @urbanslegends

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Nice to see you again Brandon #edpiper

In reply to @bjohnson_STEAM

bjohnson_STEAM Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hi Norma! Welcome to #EDpiper

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Good evening Misty #edpiper

In reply to @Ms_Gregg_, @STEAM_MS

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

HI Norma! We are so glad to have you tonight on #EDpiper

urbanslegends Apr 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

#Edpiper Norma Urban Palomarez, 5th grade bilingual ed teacher in Lewisville

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hey bud! When are you coming to visit us in TX? #EDpiper

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hey Russ! Happy Monday! #edpiper
In reply to @TrueNorthCG

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hi all, Jessica, Elem AP at @BrookAveElem in Waco, TX. I encourage passionate learning for all! #EDpiper

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Good evening, Louise. Glad you are joining us tonight. #EDpiper

MrsMorgansClass Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hi! Louise from @STEAM_MS - Burleson, TX #edpiper
In reply to @TrueNorthCG, @STEAM_MS

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:06 PM EDT

An #EDpiper legend right here!!!

urbanslegends Apr 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

#Edpiper Norma Urban Palomarez, 5th grade bilingual ed teacher in Lewisville

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:06 PM EDT

haha soon I hope! My wife and I actually thought about it for a baby-moon, but chose Florida beach instead. #edpiper

In reply to @TrueNorthCG

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Love me some FRIENDS Gifs!!!! #edpiper

In reply to @MrsMorgansClass, @sarahpedrotti

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Those motivating talks by the water cooler. LOL. #EDpiper Good to see you, Jessica.

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hi all, Jessica, Elem AP at @BrookAveElem in Waco, TX. I encourage passionate learning for all! #EDpiper

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Hi Jessiac! #edpiper

In reply to @Owl_b_TorresEdu, @BrookAveElem

_kirstenmurphy Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Kirsten Murphy from Fort Worth, Texas. Getting ready to try hanging out in two chats at once! #edpiper

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

READY...SET...GO!!! Be sure to add #EDpiper to your tweets.

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@WinkelerD #EDpiper

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:08 PM EDT

That’s truly motivating, Kirsten. #EDpiper

_kirstenmurphy Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Kirsten Murphy from Fort Worth, Texas. Getting ready to try hanging out in two chats at once! #edpiper
- TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT
  
  READY...SET...GO!!! Be sure to add #EDpiper to your tweets.

sdawson4th Apr 24 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@TrueNorthCG I'm ready! Let's do this! #EDpiper

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:08 PM EDT

#jealous :-) #EDpiper

_kirstenmurphy Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Kirsten Murphy from Fort Worth, Texas. Getting ready to try hanging out in two chats at once! #edpiper
- TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT
  
  READY...SET...GO!!! Be sure to add #EDpiper to your tweets.

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Same to you Mandy! Hope the busy spring season is treating you well! #EDpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Cindy Woody, mighty motivated in marvelous Midlothian! #edpiper

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Busy but good! It’s that time of year. #EDpiper

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Same to you Mandy! Hope the busy spring season is treating you well! #EDpiper
In reply to @MandyVasek

ironsclassrules Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

What's the best ways you've found to keep student engagement high in the last few weeks of school? #edpiper

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Wow! Always observed...#EDpiper

sdawson4th Apr 24 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@TrueNorthCG I'm ready! Let's do this! #EDpiper

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Indeed. We looked at parts of Texas but couldn't decide. So many cities. Recommendations for future? #edpiper

In reply to @TrueNorthCG

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

So @sarahpedrotti and I have been delving into #LeadLAP...anyone else? #EDpiper

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Hi Cindy! I am so glad to see you. #EDpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Cindy Woody, mighty motivated in marvelous Midlothian! #edpiper

MrsMorgansClass Apr 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT

What keeps everybody going this time of year? #edpiper

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Two words... chip and Joanna ;-) #EDpiper

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Indeed. We looked at parts of Texas but couldn't decide. So many cities. Recommendations for future? #edpiper
In reply to @TrueNorthCG

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:11 PM EDT

It's #motivating to think abt how far we've come...there are actually quiet moments to just enjoy Ss now! #EDpiper

In reply to @MrsMorgansClass

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:11 PM EDT

My hero! #DocWoody #EDpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Cindy Woody, mighty motivated in marvelous Midlothian! #edpiper

urbanslegends Apr 24 @ 10:11 PM EDT

#EDpiper In CREATIVE CLASSROOMS Robinson says we must bring our own “passions” with us into the classroom…A new start in my career…

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:11 PM EDT

I have not yet. I would love to read it. Two great motivators for sure @BethHouf @shellyburgessrf #Edpiper

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

So @sarahpedrotti and I have been delving into #LeadLAP...anyone else? #EDpiper

Ms_Gregg_ Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

I am trying to incorporate a lot of games and prizes. #EDpiper

In reply to @ironsclassrules

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Happy to be here! Unusual urge to alliterate all answers! #edpiper #motivationmonday

In reply to @MandyVasek

sarahpedrotti Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

YES! If you are not reading this one- pick it up! #EDpiper

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

So @sarahpedrotti and I have been delving into #LeadLAP...anyone else? #EDpiper

_kirstenmurphy Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

We'll see how it goes. Thank you Tweetdeck! #edpiper

In reply to @TrueNorthCG

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

So Waco.... lol #edpiper

In reply to @TrueNorthCG

SteffanyBatik Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

I am building in affirmations for my Ts to give to each other in our meetings. Looking for more good affirmation stems though #EDpiper

In reply to @MrsMorgansClass

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Waco #Edpiper

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Two words... chip and Joanna ;-) #EDpiper
- WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT
  
  Indeed. We looked at parts of Texas but couldn't decide. So many cities. Recommendations for future? #edpiper
  In reply to @TrueNorthCG

jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Keeping up my commitment to the students to provide new content in an interesting and engaging way. Ex) Nearpod scavenger hunt! #EDpiper

In reply to @ironsclassrules

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Knowing that I only have (insert # here) of days to continue to make an impact and I need to make every one count. #edpiper

In reply to @MrsMorgansClass

MrsMorgansClass Apr 24 @ 10:13 PM EDT

It's hard, but we can't get lax. We should have the same level of behavior expectations as we do at the beginning of the year. #edpiper

In reply to @ironsclassrules

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:13 PM EDT

It's gonna be good!!!!!! #edpiper

In reply to @TrueNorthCG

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:13 PM EDT

It is on my summer reading list! #edpiper

In reply to @Owl_b_TorresEdu, @sarahpedrotti

sdawson4th Apr 24 @ 10:13 PM EDT

#EDpiper #MOTIVATIONMONDAY What great lessons do you have planned for AFTER the STAAR test?

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:14 PM EDT

I love it. Instead of saying only 6 weeks left until summer… Restate… Only 6 weeks left to make a huge impact. #Edpiper

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Knowing that I only have (insert # here) of days to continue to make an impact and I need to make every one count. #edpiper
In reply to @MrsMorgansClass

Coachv_Mrsv Apr 24 @ 10:14 PM EDT

I've loved incorporating our Makerspace.... today we did a rock science activity... move learning around the school..#EDpiper

sarahpedrotti Apr 24 @ 10:14 PM EDT

LOVE this! Instead of counting down the number of days, counting how many day you have left to impact! POWERFUL! #edpiper

In reply to @WinkelerD, @MrsMorgansClass

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Our 5th graders who have passed STAAR are working on some great Greek Mythology and preAlgebra...pushing their thinking #EDpiper

In reply to @sdawson4th

jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

During STAAR students are making water bottle rockets to shoot off the week after STAAR. Figured that would help them get through! #EDpiper

In reply to @sdawson4th

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

I try and have some "decompression" activities for a day or two before getting back to activities that are engaging/impactful #edpiper

In reply to @sdawson4th

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Energizing with engagement. #EDpiper

Coachv_Mrsv Apr 24 @ 10:14 PM EDT

I've loved incorporating our Makerspace.... today we did a rock science activity... move learning around the school..#EDpiper

MrsMorgansClass Apr 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Nice! #edpiper

In reply to @lenbryan25

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:16 PM EDT

What a great activity to look forward to.. :) #EDpiper

jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

During STAAR students are making water bottle rockets to shoot off the week after STAAR. Figured that would help them get through! #EDpiper
In reply to @sdawson4th

urbanslegends Apr 24 @ 10:16 PM EDT

#EDpiper Motivating kids is an individual project…getting to know them-finding out what makes them “want to know more” is what works for me!

bjohnson_STEAM Apr 24 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Greta idea! #Edpiper

jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

During STAAR students are making water bottle rockets to shoot off the week after STAAR. Figured that would help them get through! #EDpiper
In reply to @sdawson4th

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:16 PM EDT

What do some of the leadership teams/principals do to help with teacher motivation. Ideas? #EDpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

It's important to finish strong! Our team works hard to keep each other pumped up & on target. #MOTIVATIONMONDAY #EDpiper

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

We have some very uplifting and encouraging people on campus. It helps to have those who motivate daily. #EDpiper #Blessed

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

The day before Easter break we did an Easter Egg hunt for Ts, planning some great Ts appreciation, and oh yeah water slides #EDpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek

_kirstenmurphy Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

On my ever growing list of "need to read!" #edpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek, @BethHouf, @shellyburgessrf

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Don't forget to take care of yourself. Sleep. Eat. Smell a few roses. #EDpiper #MOTIVATIONMONDAY

jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

I did that for my Flight and Space unit with Google Forms as a survey so that I could focus lessons on what they were interested in #EDpiper

In reply to @urbanslegends

Coachv_Mrsv Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Our leadership team always asks for pictures of our student activities to put in weekly parent newsletters #EDpiper

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

I have printed off coloring pages and go down to our #makerspace for Ss to just relax and get their mind off of testing #edpiper

In reply to @sdawson4th

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Would love to collab. on those ideas. #EDpiper

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

The day before Easter break we did an Easter Egg hunt for Ts, planning some great Ts appreciation, and oh yeah water slides #EDpiper
In reply to @MandyVasek

bjohnson_STEAM Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

The end of the year seems to be bringing out the inner creative genius! #EDpiper

jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Keeping up my commitment to the students to provide new content in an interesting and engaging way. Ex) Nearpod scavenger hunt! #EDpiper
In reply to @ironsclassrules

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Very important to take care of yourself and each other. #EDpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Don't forget to take care of yourself. Sleep. Eat. Smell a few roses. #EDpiper #MOTIVATIONMONDAY

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

How do you motivate the unmotivated or those that are counting the hours/minutes until that final bell? #edpiper

jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Knowing that I have support from admin to stretch my lessons creatively motivates me! @bjohnson_STEAM #STEAMpln #edpiper

sarahpedrotti Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Yes! We are always looking for new, fresh ideas! #EDpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek

SteffanyBatik Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

One of my Ts asked a powerful Q in PD earlier this year: what was a time this year that you felt successful? It was motivating #edpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek

ironsclassrules Apr 24 @ 10:20 PM EDT

that sounds fun! #EDpiper

In reply to @jmnungesser

jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Keeping up your expectations of student work so students see that you don't quit no matter how close to the end you are getting #EDpiper

In reply to @WinkelerD

MrsMorgansClass Apr 24 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Students feed off us and we feed off admin! #motivationmonday #edpiper @bjohnson_STEAM @jmnungesser

jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Knowing that I have support from admin to stretch my lessons creatively motivates me! @bjohnson_STEAM #STEAMpln #edpiper

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:21 PM EDT

All Sarah's idea on that one #Thrilled #NotBikiniReady #EDpiper

sarahpedrotti Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

@Owl_b_TorresEdu Is lookingt forward to the water slides!!

ironsclassrules Apr 24 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Yes! Ready for our physics review i.e. Water balloon test launch next week! #EDpiper

jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Knowing that I have support from admin to stretch my lessons creatively motivates me! @bjohnson_STEAM #STEAMpln #edpiper

MrsMorgansClass Apr 24 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Yes! You are so good at that! #edpiper

In reply to @jmnungesser, @WinkelerD

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Agreed. But what about teachers (I know...I didn't specify ; ) ) #edpiper

In reply to @jmnungesser

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Think 5 senses. People are motivated by intriguing sights, sounds, smells, tastes, textures, so tap into all 5 #EDpiper #MOTIVATIONMONDAY

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Part of having a great mentor, PLN, and PLC to help get you through #edpiper

In reply to @bjohnson_STEAM

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Back to @WinkelerD question...what about those Ss that seem #unmotivated this time of year? Thoughts? Ideas to reach that pop? #EDpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Sit, sit, sit, sit. If your students have been sitting a lot, try pushing the seats to the edges. Get kids up, thinking & moving. #EDpiper

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT

What a great question! #edpiper

In reply to @SteffanyBatik, @MandyVasek

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

I can't change the unmotivated Ts...but I can celebrate the heck out of the motivated ones! @gcouros inspired! #modelenthusiasm #EDpiper

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

now now...I didn't specify Ss or Ts ; ) But we can talk Ss for now #edpiper

In reply to @TrueNorthCG

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

How about just a time for fellowshipping? Our campus needs this. It’s wonderful when you teachers ask for this- family. #Edpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Think 5 senses. People are motivated by intriguing sights, sounds, smells, tastes, textures, so tap into all 5 #EDpiper #MOTIVATIONMONDAY

MrsMorgansClass Apr 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

My class is doing a 24 hour gaming lock-in to raise money for @ExtraLife4Kids. They are doing all of the planning! #edpiper

bjohnson_STEAM Apr 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Not quitting was evident today as students tested their paper planes in the hallway. I helped and said "Carry on" #EDpiper

jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Keeping up your expectations of student work so students see that you don't quit no matter how close to the end you are getting #EDpiper
In reply to @WinkelerD

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Unmotivated Ss are often bored...this is a great time of year to encourage Ts to take risks and try a lesson they haven't done b4 #EDpiper

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Yes, we do need more of this. #EDpiper

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

I can't change the unmotivated Ts...but I can celebrate the heck out of the motivated ones! @gcouros inspired! #modelenthusiasm #EDpiper

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Yes! My 1st grader is about done with #sitting. #EDpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Sit, sit, sit, sit. If your students have been sitting a lot, try pushing the seats to the edges. Get kids up, thinking & moving. #EDpiper

SteffanyBatik Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

I use my presence as motivation. Don't want me around? Do what you need to do :-) Otherwise we build a connection #edpiper #proximitycontrol

In reply to @TrueNorthCG, @WinkelerD

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Yes, yes! I think this is why my work family is close-knit. We build in time to fellowship. #EDpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@KaganOnline has done a fantastic job to fight against the constant sitting. #edpiper

In reply to @woody_cindy, @KaganOnline

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Good point!!! Shame on me! ;-) #EDpiper

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

now now...I didn't specify Ss or Ts ; ) But we can talk Ss for now #edpiper
In reply to @TrueNorthCG

bjohnson_STEAM Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT

I can't wait to see how this event goes! Student idea, student led. #Edpiper

MrsMorgansClass Apr 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

My class is doing a 24 hour gaming lock-in to raise money for @ExtraLife4Kids. They are doing all of the planning! #edpiper

Coachv_Mrsv Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT

We love go noodle and class dojo #EDpiper

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT

I need to do more of this…It has to be intentional. #EDpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Yes, yes! I think this is why my work family is close-knit. We build in time to fellowship. #EDpiper
In reply to @MandyVasek

jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Paired projects for Ss with another content teacher so we are not trying to reach the finish line alone might be more motivating #EDpiper

In reply to @WinkelerD

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Strong culture leads to strong outcomes! #EDpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Yes, yes! I think this is why my work family is close-knit. We build in time to fellowship. #EDpiper
In reply to @MandyVasek

ironsclassrules Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT

@woody_cindy we've had "Mondays after work", great time for fellowship, laughter, and queso 😉 #EDpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek, @woody_cindy

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Mandy we've had great success doing an off-site dinner, had Mexican food and George's...families invited...just a great time #EDpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT

FUN! So, just unorganized fun and fellowship? #EDpiper

ironsclassrules Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT

@woody_cindy we've had "Mondays after work", great time for fellowship, laughter, and queso 😉 #EDpiper
In reply to @MandyVasek, @woody_cindy

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Queso makes everything better! #EDpiper

ironsclassrules Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT

@woody_cindy we've had "Mondays after work", great time for fellowship, laughter, and queso 😉 #EDpiper
In reply to @MandyVasek, @woody_cindy

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

That's a great idea! #EDpiper

jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Paired projects for Ss with another content teacher so we are not trying to reach the finish line alone might be more motivating #EDpiper
In reply to @WinkelerD

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Love that. My daughter works at George’s. Great idea, Jessica! #EDpiper

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Mandy we've had great success doing an off-site dinner, had Mexican food and George's...families invited...just a great time #EDpiper
In reply to @MandyVasek

ironsclassrules Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@woody_cindy we usually go to On the Border and whoever wants to come, does. #EDpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek, @woody_cindy

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Ah cross-curricular is fantastic! #edpiper

In reply to @jmnungesser

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

When I was principal, we rotated monthly socials to different hallways. Teams hosted a snack or dessert party & invited Ts to chat #EDpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek

jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:30 PM EDT

It is a lot of fun to sit and talk with others from our school that we don't always get to see. Just dinner! #EDpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:30 PM EDT

Everyone pays their own...make a reservation and then let the fun happen! #EDpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek

bjohnson_STEAM Apr 24 @ 10:30 PM EDT

George's was good! #EDpiper

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Love that. My daughter works at George’s. Great idea, Jessica! #EDpiper
- Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT
  
  Mandy we've had great success doing an off-site dinner, had Mexican food and George's...families invited...just a great time #EDpiper
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MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:30 PM EDT

Next week! I love it. #EDpiper

ironsclassrules Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@woody_cindy we usually go to On the Border and whoever wants to come, does. #EDpiper
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MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:30 PM EDT

Can’t be beat! #EDpiper

bjohnson_STEAM Apr 24 @ 10:30 PM EDT
George's was good! #EDpiper
- MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT
  
  Love that. My daughter works at George’s. Great idea, Jessica! #EDpiper
  
  Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT
  
  Mandy we've had great success doing an off-site dinner, had Mexican food and George's...families invited...just a great time #EDpiper
  In reply to @MandyVasek

Coachv_Mrsv Apr 24 @ 10:31 PM EDT

Good time of year to focus on community... we are collaborating with our community outreach to host a campus wide sock drive #EDpiper

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:31 PM EDT

I am so sad I didn't get to make it! #EDpiper

In reply to @bjohnson_STEAM

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:31 PM EDT

Great idea for our #CheerClub @tammy03auburn #Edpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

When I was principal, we rotated monthly socials to different hallways. Teams hosted a snack or dessert party & invited Ts to chat #EDpiper
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woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:31 PM EDT

I've noticed the larger the floor plan, the less likely that people on opposite ends know/visit each other. Gotta plan for that! #EDpiper

jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:31 PM EDT

We did potlucks at my old school. I really liked that for lunches and it was fun for everyone to contribute to the tradition. #edpiper

bjohnson_STEAM Apr 24 @ 10:31 PM EDT

We missed you! It was a fun trip. #EDpiper

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MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:32 PM EDT

Great idea! Thank you for all the motivational ideas! #EDpiper

jmnungesser Apr 24 @ 10:31 PM EDT

We did potlucks at my old school. I really liked that for lunches and it was fun for everyone to contribute to the tradition. #edpiper

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:32 PM EDT

Love this! #BlockParty #EDpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

When I was principal, we rotated monthly socials to different hallways. Teams hosted a snack or dessert party & invited Ts to chat #EDpiper
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MrsMorgansClass Apr 24 @ 10:32 PM EDT

It's easy to get complacent and ride the wave until the end of the year. Grab a cranking A-Frame and hang ten!#cowabungadude #edpiper

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:33 PM EDT

I’d love to have you come over to our campus one day, Jessica. #Edpiper

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:31 PM EDT

I am so sad I didn't get to make it! #EDpiper
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Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:33 PM EDT

Love this idea @sarahpedrotti...they could host on or off campus! #EDpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

When I was principal, we rotated monthly socials to different hallways. Teams hosted a snack or dessert party & invited Ts to chat #EDpiper
In reply to @MandyVasek

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:33 PM EDT

Potluck are the best!!! We need to do one again soon @nbergvall @BKrsnak @NatalieDenning1 @WallingJudy #EDpiper

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WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:33 PM EDT

Can't go wrong with food. #edpiper

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TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:33 PM EDT

Do you find that @ClassDojo is useful to engage Ps to help Ss finish strong??? #EDpiper

Coachv_Mrsv Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT

We love go noodle and class dojo #EDpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:33 PM EDT

Funny, we actually did call them block parties! #EDpiper

In reply to @TrueNorthCG

_kirstenmurphy Apr 24 @ 10:34 PM EDT

Love this! I am going to do a more intentional job of celebrating my colleagues who are trying! #EDpiper #KidsDeserveItTVS

In reply to @MandyVasek

sarahpedrotti Apr 24 @ 10:34 PM EDT

That is so much fun!! Love that idea! #edpiper

In reply to @Owl_b_TorresEdu

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:34 PM EDT

Put me down for #sausageballs!!! #EDpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:33 PM EDT

Potluck are the best!!! We need to do one again soon @nbergvall @BKrsnak @NatalieDenning1 @WallingJudy #EDpiper
In reply to @jmnungesser, @nbergvall, @BKrsnak, @NatalieDenning1, @WallingJudy

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:34 PM EDT

We are doing a “Most Read Words” Pie in the Face next Friday. Looks like I am going to get creamed! #KidsDeserveIt #Edpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:34 PM EDT

We also did something in the summer called Sweet Retreats. Mini schoolwide planning events to make sure culture was intentional. #edpiper

In reply to @TrueNorthCG

sarahpedrotti Apr 24 @ 10:35 PM EDT

@Owl_b_TorresEdu and I are really being intentional about the activities we are planning to motivate our teachers next year. #EDpiper

urbanslegends Apr 24 @ 10:35 PM EDT

#EDpiper Mario (my husband) always hosts an EOY Swimming party for my class-a tradition that motivates kids to keep learning beyond STAAR…

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Tell more, please #EDpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:34 PM EDT

We also did something in the summer called Sweet Retreats. Mini schoolwide planning events to make sure culture was intentional. #edpiper
In reply to @TrueNorthCG

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:35 PM EDT

You got it. I'll do banana pudding. #MidloPotluck #EDpiper

In reply to @TrueNorthCG

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:35 PM EDT

That would be great to come visit! I used to work with Mrs. Serrato so I know you've got great things happening at CCE #EDpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:36 PM EDT

That's awesome! Make it relational!!! #EDpiper

urbanslegends Apr 24 @ 10:35 PM EDT

#EDpiper Mario (my husband) always hosts an EOY Swimming party for my class-a tradition that motivates kids to keep learning beyond STAAR…

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:36 PM EDT

Our school is also hosting Purple Smash Dash 5K Run with Hewitt Elem. in May. #Edpiper

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:36 PM EDT

.@sarahpedrotti and I even had a very in depth convo abt what was motivating vs what was kind #EDpiper

sarahpedrotti Apr 24 @ 10:35 PM EDT

@Owl_b_TorresEdu and I are really being intentional about the activities we are planning to motivate our teachers next year. #EDpiper

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:36 PM EDT

#snapchat #EDpiper :-)

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:34 PM EDT

We are doing a “Most Read Words” Pie in the Face next Friday. Looks like I am going to get creamed! #KidsDeserveIt #Edpiper

urbanslegends Apr 24 @ 10:37 PM EDT

#EDpiper Mario was a migrant Farm Worker growing up-he says visits to his friend’s homes gave him the reach that exceeded his grasp

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:37 PM EDT

Awesome! Serrato is going back to Waco as a counselor next year. Proud of her! #EDpiper

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:35 PM EDT

That would be great to come visit! I used to work with Mrs. Serrato so I know you've got great things happening at CCE #EDpiper
In reply to @MandyVasek

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:37 PM EDT

Well, office staff was stretched thin & so were teachers, so we dreamed about what we wanted & put on calendar & started plan #EDpiper

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Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:37 PM EDT

Yes!! We have to add this in to the calendar...summer is too long apart! #EDpiper

In reply to @sarahpedrotti, @woody_cindy, @TrueNorthCG

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:38 PM EDT

Does anyone try and meet with the Ss that they are going to have in the fall to have a quick "meet and greet"? #edpiper

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:38 PM EDT

That's a great idea to include other campuses!!! Maybe a CAR vs HES competition??? #EDpiper

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:36 PM EDT

Our school is also hosting Purple Smash Dash 5K Run with Hewitt Elem. in May. #Edpiper

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:39 PM EDT

We usually do not have classes lined up until later in the summer. Could do something with the next grade level. Great idea! #Edpiper

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:38 PM EDT

Does anyone try and meet with the Ss that they are going to have in the fall to have a quick "meet and greet"? #edpiper

_kirstenmurphy Apr 24 @ 10:39 PM EDT

Absolutely worthy celebration! Enjoy that pie in the face! #Edpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:40 PM EDT

Hope it’s banana cream. LOL #EDpiper

_kirstenmurphy Apr 24 @ 10:39 PM EDT

Absolutely worthy celebration! Enjoy that pie in the face! #Edpiper
In reply to @MandyVasek

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:40 PM EDT

Great idea to include other campuses. Maybe a CCE vs HES competition??? #EDpiper

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:36 PM EDT

Our school is also hosting Purple Smash Dash 5K Run with Hewitt Elem. in May. #Edpiper

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:40 PM EDT

For sweet retreats, we just brought desserts, calendars, ideas & campus needs assessment & laughed our way thru it to plan a year #EDpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek

urbanslegends Apr 24 @ 10:41 PM EDT

#EDpiper He says that the ‘knowledge that his situation was TEMPORARY…’ and that EDUCATION was his ticket out of the Cycle of Poverty

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:41 PM EDT

I have to run everyone. I am defending my dissertation tomorrow. Excited but have to be ready to fire! #EDpiper Have a great week!

_kirstenmurphy Apr 24 @ 10:41 PM EDT

Our kinders visit all 1st grade Ts and our 4th graders do the same with 5th grade Ts. I think this would be great for all grades #edpiper

In reply to @WinkelerD

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:41 PM EDT

Gonna check out early! @MandyVasek send me a DM and we'll coordinate our schedules for a meet up! #EDpiper

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:42 PM EDT

I sure will, Jessica. Thanks. Good night!! #Edpiper

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:41 PM EDT

Gonna check out early! @MandyVasek send me a DM and we'll coordinate our schedules for a meet up! #EDpiper

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:42 PM EDT

Thats awesome. At the HS level have them meet with future teachers and such. Would be quite impactful. #edpiper

In reply to @_kirstenmurphy

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:42 PM EDT

Best wishes!! You've worked hard for this!! #EDpiper

In reply to @MandyVasek

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:42 PM EDT

https://t.co/hKJlHEPVBC #EDpiper

MandyVasek - Moderator Apr 24 @ 10:43 PM EDT

Thanks…@Owl_b_TorresEdu #EDpiper

Owl_b_TorresEdu Apr 24 @ 10:42 PM EDT

Best wishes!! You've worked hard for this!! #EDpiper
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woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:43 PM EDT

Some of my amazing teachers created a school swap in May. Moved up kids to next grade, kept a few behind to lead "boot camps." #EDpiper

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:44 PM EDT

I like this. Gives them a great introduction to what's coming. Do the Ts explain what will be new and exciting in the new grade??? #EDPIPER

_kirstenmurphy Apr 24 @ 10:41 PM EDT

Our kinders visit all 1st grade Ts and our 4th graders do the same with 5th grade Ts. I think this would be great for all grades #edpiper
In reply to @WinkelerD

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:44 PM EDT

Starts building the relationships early! #edpiper

In reply to @urbanslegends

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:45 PM EDT

Thanks everyone for another great #EDpiper chat. I don't know about you but I'm pumped now!!! #LetsDoThis #MotivationMonday

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:45 PM EDT

Such an awesome testimony! Does it seem to resonate with Ss??? #EDpiper

urbanslegends Apr 24 @ 10:41 PM EDT

#EDpiper He says that the ‘knowledge that his situation was TEMPORARY…’ and that EDUCATION was his ticket out of the Cycle of Poverty

_kirstenmurphy Apr 24 @ 10:45 PM EDT

Cool idea! What are some of the things they did in "boot camp?" #EDpiper

In reply to @woody_cindy

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:46 PM EDT

#EDpiper friends...help me lift up @MandyVasek as she defends her #dissertation tomorrow! #JustAboutDoc #YouGotThis

WinkelerD Apr 24 @ 10:46 PM EDT

You are going to rock it Mandy! You got this! #edpiper

In reply to @TrueNorthCG, @MandyVasek

bjohnson_STEAM Apr 24 @ 10:47 PM EDT

You're gonna rock it! #EDpiper

TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:46 PM EDT

#EDpiper friends...help me lift up @MandyVasek as she defends her #dissertation tomorrow! #JustAboutDoc #YouGotThis

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:48 PM EDT

The boot camp kid leaders taught campers procedures, how to do journals, play games, use learning centers, run the classroom. #edpiper

In reply to @_kirstenmurphy

_kirstenmurphy Apr 24 @ 10:48 PM EDT

Yes. I think it also helps Ss feel more comfortable no matter who their assigned teacher ends up being bc they meet them all. #EDpiper

In reply to @TrueNorthCG

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:50 PM EDT

Kids also gave them "hard math" for that grade level, books, etc. Taught them the hidden rules of keeping the teachers happy 😂 #EDpiper

In reply to @_kirstenmurphy

_kirstenmurphy Apr 24 @ 10:51 PM EDT

Love these ideas! I'm going to share with my colleagues! #Edpiper #KidsDeserveitTVS

In reply to @woody_cindy

_kirstenmurphy Apr 24 @ 10:52 PM EDT

Absolutely! #Edpiper

In reply to @WinkelerD

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:52 PM EDT

Teachers mapped it all out! They picked the camp days and campers, recess & lunch plans, how to get everyone to car/bus. Such fun! #edpiper

In reply to @_kirstenmurphy

woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:54 PM EDT

But the kids in the original classes decided what a (___) grade level kid needed to know & planned their activities to lead. #EDpiper

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woody_cindy Apr 24 @ 10:55 PM EDT

That's huge for kids! Removes their worries and gives confidence. #EDpiper

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TrueNorthCG Apr 24 @ 10:58 PM EDT

Starting VERY soon!!!! Eek!!! @courtney_c_carp #EDpiper

sdawson4th Apr 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@TrueNorthCG we could create a portfolio of our work from the year with something like @Seesaw !

MrsMorgansClass Apr 24 @ 10:59 PM EDT

Great chat! Thanks Russ! #edpiper

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