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youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:00 PM EST

Get ready to share the love of teaching! #hsd1chat

MrsKimStout Feb 14 @ 10:00 PM EST

Kim Stout, 4G's, First Grade #hsd1chat

erin_emaxwell Feb 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

Erin Maxwell Ray Bjork/PEAK GT 4th and 5th #hsd1chat

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

Jamie Hoovestal First Grade 4GS #hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:02 PM EST

Severena. Moderator w/@Jamiejoleen 1st Grade (for now) ;-) 4Gs. #hsd1chat

In reply to @Jamiejoleen

AkuhlK Feb 14 @ 10:03 PM EST

Abby Kuhl. Bryant. 1st #hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:03 PM EST

Topic tonight is centered around Parent/Teacher/School Relationships! #hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:06 PM EST

#hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:07 PM EST

Q1: #hsd1chat

FinstadErin Feb 14 @ 10:07 PM EST

Erin Finstad, 3rd Bryant #HSD1Chat

FinstadErin Feb 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: Yes... but I think we have 2 parents involved #HSD1Chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: Our school has a PTO. It involves Ts and Ps. They run a fall fundraiser & other activities. #hsd1chat

MrsKimStout Feb 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: 4G's has an active PTO, and they support the school and teachers financially throughout the school year with fundraisers. #hsd1chat

AkuhlK Feb 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: Our PTO has two parents. So not much is accomplished #hsd1chat

erin_emaxwell Feb 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

No. Parents are already involved in PTAs at schools. We do have a parent advocacy group at the legislature. #hsd1chat

FinstadErin Feb 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: teachers can request funding for field trips or projects. They assist with Carnival Classic #HSD1Chat

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1:Super involved PTO-Fall fundraiser, monthly meetings, many families and Ts involved. VERY SUPPORTIVE! #hsd1chat

erin_emaxwell Feb 14 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1: No. Parents are already involved in PTAs at schools. We do have a parent advocacy group at the legislature. #hsd1chat

Byrd12A Feb 14 @ 10:11 PM EST

#hsd1chat A1- my school has PTSO. They put on multiple fundraisers to fund different school/teacher projects and events.

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:12 PM EST

How is your technology committee going? #hsd1chat

In reply to @Byrd12A

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:12 PM EST

I didn't know that! That's a great group to have! #hsd1chat

In reply to @erin_emaxwell

KVanDykeK Feb 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

A1: My school has a parent/teacher alliance, however there are only three members (one principal, one teacher, and one parent). #hsd1chat

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

Great question! I'd love to see them get more parent involvement! #hsd1chat

In reply to @youtheduteach, @AkuhlK, @FinstadErin, @MrsKimStout

erin_emaxwell Feb 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

There are a few bills introduced to increase GT funding in the state. We have a parent on the committee #hsd1chat

In reply to @youtheduteach

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

you have to start somewhere! #hsd1chat

In reply to @Byrd12A

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:14 PM EST

Geesh! What activities do they do to help?! #hsd1chat

In reply to @KVanDykeK

MrsKimStout Feb 14 @ 10:14 PM EST

I think 4G's is lucky, I'm not sure other buildings have the involvement we do! #hsd1chat

In reply to @youtheduteach, @AkuhlK, @FinstadErin, @Jamiejoleen

KVanDykeK Feb 14 @ 10:15 PM EST

This is such a great resource and support system! How do you all motivate parents to be a part of it? #hsd1chat

In reply to @Jamiejoleen

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:15 PM EST

I know. We have highly involved Ps. #hsd1chat

In reply to @MrsKimStout, @AkuhlK, @FinstadErin, @Jamiejoleen

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:16 PM EST

Q2: #hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2: We have Open Gym Night at school, which the principal and Ts host. Great wintertime activities to get Ss active. #hsd1chat

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:17 PM EST

I am trying to brainstorm. Not sure how we have such motivated/involved Ps. Very fortunate! I will ask around! #hsd1chat

In reply to @KVanDykeK

AkuhlK Feb 14 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2: for my PCAP I did a parent night to show ways to help with spelling, math, and reading at home. It was fun #hsd1chat

KVanDykeK Feb 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

They try and support Ts by saving money and allocating it through the yr to buy books, supplies, etc. #hsd1chat

In reply to @Jamiejoleen

MrsKimStout Feb 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2: We have a few whole school gym nights and art/math night during Turn off the TV week. #hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2b: Several Ts host family nights. PTo organizes "kids college" Community members come teach Ss a life skill. #hsd1chat

FinstadErin Feb 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2: We have family bingo nights and movie nights a few times a year. All staff members are encouraged to participate #hsd1chat

AkuhlK Feb 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2: we also have some family nights during turn off TV week #hsd1chat

erin_emaxwell Feb 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

Q2: We have events every unit, orientations, offer parent chat groups with brown bag lunches, guest speakers on gifted #hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

We do too! The Ss love it! #hsd1chat

In reply to @AkuhlK

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

#hsd1chat A2 We have science night, art night, math night, FunRun @youtheduteach Lots of Ps and T involvement outside of school.

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FinstadErin Feb 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

A2: We also do family activities during screen-free week...kickball, museum night, etc #hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

I just remembered our PTO gives a $5 coffee card to one teacher and one parent at each meeting for PTO. Incentive to come! #hsd1chat

Byrd12A Feb 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

A2: Our first gradeTs at least used to do family nights. I am not sure if they all do anymore. They have BBQ, Pizza and games etc.#hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

LOVE KICKBALL! #hsd1chat

In reply to @FinstadErin

MrsKimStout Feb 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

What?!? I didn't know that! #hsd1chat

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Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:21 PM EST

#hsd1chat :)

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

I just remembered our PTO gives a $5 coffee card to one teacher and one parent at each meeting for PTO. Incentive to come! #hsd1chat

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

ooooh!! What's museum night? #hsd1chat

In reply to @FinstadErin

KVanDykeK Feb 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

A2: We have an IEFA night where we hold a pow-wow once a yr for our Ss and families so they can come and celebrate their heritage #hsd1chat

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

so special!! #hsd1chat

In reply to @KVanDykeK

MrsKimStout Feb 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

A2b: I think there are a fair number of Ts who also do parent nights throughout the year. #hsd1chat

KVanDykeK Feb 14 @ 10:23 PM EST

What a great idea! This would be great for our families! #hsd1chat

In reply to @AkuhlK, @youtheduteach

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:23 PM EST

Yup it's to scenic brew. Raffle. I never win. Darn it! #hsd1chat

In reply to @MrsKimStout

KVanDykeK Feb 14 @ 10:24 PM EST

Can I show up? ;) #hsd1chat

In reply to @Jamiejoleen

MrsKimStout Feb 14 @ 10:24 PM EST

Someday, someday! :-) #hsd1chat

In reply to @youtheduteach

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:24 PM EST

Absolutely! All are welcome :) HA! #hsd1chat

In reply to @KVanDykeK

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

One day you'll be a 4Gs parent... maybe teacher if we're lucky ;-) #hsd1chat

In reply to @KVanDykeK, @Jamiejoleen

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

Q3: #hsd1chat

Byrd12A Feb 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

#hsd1chat A3: parent involvement varies from year to year but typically to help with odds and ends. Preparing folders, laminating etc.

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

A3: I have Ps sign up at Open House with a form. I contact in Oct. to set up times. My # of volunteers varies every year. #hsd1chat

MrsKimStout Feb 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

A3: I mostly use volunteers to read with students. I have a grandma who comes to my room 3 days a week just to read with Ss. #hsd1chat

FinstadErin Feb 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

A3: I rarely have parent volunteers other than occasionally on field trips. #hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:28 PM EST

A3b: I have Ps read with Ss. I've also had parents run small reading/math groups. Sometimes we do art project. #hsd1chat

AkuhlK Feb 14 @ 10:28 PM EST

a volunteer comes in every M-Th for 1 hr. She does timing, reads, practices sight words and plays math games. LOVE HER!! #hsd1chat

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:28 PM EST

a3. Ps about 3x/week for about 30 mins-1 hr each. I like to use my volunteers for small group reading (most of the time). #hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:29 PM EST

Do you wish you had more volunteers? #hsd1chat

In reply to @FinstadErin

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:30 PM EST

a3. Grandma volunteer 30 mins M-F. Families for Holiday Class Parties (3x/year) #hsd1chat

FinstadErin Feb 14 @ 10:31 PM EST

A3: I do have volunteers from the R.E.A.D. program that bring their dogs in once a week to read with my kids ;) #hsd1chat

KVanDykeK Feb 14 @ 10:31 PM EST

A3: Unfortunately, I have had no P volunteers in 5 years. I would love to have a P listen to Ss read & help with academic skills #hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:31 PM EST

A3c: Can't forget Carroll college volunteers and "Grandma's" who come in. #hsd1chat

KVanDykeK Feb 14 @ 10:32 PM EST

I do have Grandma Norma (Deb's mom). She is worth GOLD! #hsd1chat

In reply to @youtheduteach

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:32 PM EST

Carroll College requires Ss to volunteer. I can talk to Jake and see if he can put the work out if you need readers. #hsd1chat

In reply to @KVanDykeK

erin_emaxwell Feb 14 @ 10:34 PM EST

Q3: Parent volunteers as experts on topics, chaperones on trips, share career paths etc #hsd1chat

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:35 PM EST

Love the idea of a Ps career share day or expert day! #hsd1chat

In reply to @erin_emaxwell

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:35 PM EST

Q4: #hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:36 PM EST

A4: #hsd1chat

AkuhlK Feb 14 @ 10:37 PM EST

Q4: I struggle with this. Its been a hard year with Ss home lives. Looking for tips on this one! #hsd1chat

Byrd12A Feb 14 @ 10:38 PM EST

#hsd1chat A4: Using Class Dojo allows for very easy/fast parent communication. I am able to stay in touch daily or weekly with families.

MrsKimStout Feb 14 @ 10:38 PM EST

A4: Open door policy, share both successes and struggles EACH time you talk to Ps #hsd1chat

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:38 PM EST

A4. #hsd1chat @ClassDojo has helped me so much with Ps and Whole Family relationships! Very open communication

In reply to @ClassDojo

KVanDykeK Feb 14 @ 10:38 PM EST

A4: I like to chat with Ps before and after school, on playground, or in the hall. @ClassDojo is a great for Ps & T communication #hsd1chat.

In reply to @ClassDojo

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:39 PM EST

A4b: Send emails. Positive notes home. I've been into @Postit notes. One S still has a post-it I gave them the 1st day of school #hsd1chat

In reply to @Postit

KVanDykeK Feb 14 @ 10:40 PM EST

This is the first yr I've tried it and I LOVE it! I wish I would have had enough guts to try it years ago! #hsd1chat

In reply to @Jamiejoleen, @ClassDojo

FinstadErin Feb 14 @ 10:40 PM EST

A4:We have been dismissing our students outside (weather dependent), so I have direct contact with most parents daily #hsd1chat

Byrd12A Feb 14 @ 10:40 PM EST

#hsd1chat It can still be hard with some families. It's a 2-way street I believe.

erin_emaxwell Feb 14 @ 10:41 PM EST

Q4: Overnight with parents builds major bonds! Parent events. Positive phone calls. #hsd1chat

KVanDykeK Feb 14 @ 10:41 PM EST

I totally agree. #hsd1chat

In reply to @Byrd12A

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:41 PM EST

a4. Ss on "Smiley face charts" -I set their class goals based on their home goals for their charts. Huge relationship builder! #hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:41 PM EST

@Byrd12A #hsd1chat

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erin_emaxwell Feb 14 @ 10:41 PM EST

How hard is it to learn class dojo? I've heard great things and my husband the P.E. teacher thinks it's great #hsd1chat

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FinstadErin Feb 14 @ 10:41 PM EST

A4: I also do positive notes home for students who move to the top of our behavior chart each day. Parents and kids love it #hsd1chat

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:42 PM EST

You go, girl! Ps-Thanks for my mouse :) #hsd1chat

In reply to @KVanDykeK

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:42 PM EST

Jamie uses it @Jamiejoleen #hsd1chat

In reply to @erin_emaxwell, @Byrd12A, @Jamiejoleen

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:43 PM EST

SUPER EASY! I love it. My Ss and Ps seem to love it as well! #hsd1chat

In reply to @erin_emaxwell, @Byrd12A

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:45 PM EST

I will totally show you! It seems overwhelming and it is not at all. #hsd1chat

In reply to @AkuhlK, @ClassDojo

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:45 PM EST

Q5: #hsd1chat

KVanDykeK Feb 14 @ 10:46 PM EST

This is so neat! I bet the Ps love it! A little positive attention goes a long way! #hsd1chat

In reply to @FinstadErin

MrsKimStout Feb 14 @ 10:46 PM EST

A5: I always give a curriculum update in my newsletter that goes home to Ps. #hsd1chat

erin_emaxwell Feb 14 @ 10:46 PM EST

Q5: Weekly newsletters with standards outlined for each activity #hsd1chat

AkuhlK Feb 14 @ 10:46 PM EST

A5: Ps get a copy of the I can statements at start of year. Use this to guide P/T conferences as well. #hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:47 PM EST

A5:I'll admit I'm not great about this. I send standard/objectives home in the new letter but I don't believe Ps really know them. #hsd1chat

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:47 PM EST

a5. #hsd1chat I send a weekly newsletter that tells families the new "word wall" each week as well as intro to math lessons.

FinstadErin Feb 14 @ 10:48 PM EST

A5: I feel like we really discuss this during p-t conferences, and more often for struggling students #hsd1chat

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:48 PM EST

that's how I feel too #hsd1chat

In reply to @youtheduteach

MrsKimStout Feb 14 @ 10:48 PM EST

You do a nice job with this! I see your newsletters every week and they are GREAT! #hsd1chat

In reply to @erin_emaxwell

KVanDykeK Feb 14 @ 10:48 PM EST

A5: I try to send home a monthly newsletter/calendar that has a box at the top with both math and reading skills we are working on #hsd1chat

Byrd12A Feb 14 @ 10:48 PM EST

#hsd1chat A5 I send home a chart at PT conference time but love the idea of more frequent updates so parents really understand what they are

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:50 PM EST

A5b: I wonder if Ps know they have access to the standard/objectives on the OPI website #hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:51 PM EST

What kind of chart? #hsd1chat

In reply to @Byrd12A

MrsKimStout Feb 14 @ 10:51 PM EST

I can honestly say that I have never mentioned that resource. #hsd1chat

In reply to @youtheduteach

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:54 PM EST

Q6: #hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:55 PM EST

A6: Teacher in, but I invite Ss if they want to come. With some Ss 15 mins isn't long enough! Almost always a 100% turnout #hsd1chat

FinstadErin Feb 14 @ 10:55 PM EST

A6: We do 15 min. per student. Combination of student/teacher led in my class. Interested to see what others do #hsd1chat

FinstadErin Feb 14 @ 10:56 PM EST

A6: I had 100% turnout both times this year, which hasn't happened in a while! #hsd1chat

MrsKimStout Feb 14 @ 10:56 PM EST

A6: Fall conferences are T led, winter are S led usually. I usually have 100% turnout. We do 15 minutes. #hsd1chat

Byrd12A Feb 14 @ 10:56 PM EST

#hsd1chat A6 15 min, teacher led, Usually all but 1 or 2 show depending on year. Interested in student led. Would like to see that.

erin_emaxwell Feb 14 @ 10:56 PM EST

Q6: We have 30 minute PT Conferences sometimes not long enough! Teacher run. We get 75% of families. #hsd1chat

Jamiejoleen - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:58 PM EST

a6. #hsd1chat -T led. I like to keep to 15 mins. 95-100%turnout usually. @ClassDojo communication daily=no need to exceed 15mins.

In reply to @ClassDojo

AkuhlK Feb 14 @ 10:58 PM EST

A6: 15 minutes. Teacher lead with student input too. Usually about 75% turnout. #hsd1chat

KVanDykeK Feb 14 @ 10:59 PM EST

A6: Both, so Ps could see both, 15 min. long, I'd say 85% turn out. If parents no-show, I go to their home or do conf. wherever #hsd1chat

youtheduteach - Moderator Feb 14 @ 10:59 PM EST

A6:My Ss do a self-evaluation which is neat to show Ps.#hsd1chat

AkuhlK Feb 14 @ 10:59 PM EST

interested in student led. Do they follow a format? What does it look like? #hsd1chat