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mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:30 PM EDT

Hi all! I'm Ashton 😁 A 2nd year, 1st grade T from MO. I'm starting flexible seating in my class & can't wait to share some ideas! #OREdchat

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:31 PM EDT

Q1: Why should teachers use flexible seating options in their classrooms? #OrEdChat https://t.co/0AqHlDmGXM

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:31 PM EDT

Lauren, Reading specialist from St. Charles, MO. Excited to talk about flexible seating. #oredchat https://t.co/BRdiKnAt2N

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:30 PM EDT

#OrEdChat Let's get this party started! https://t.co/LOxYmbpanp

hmarrs24 - Moderator Oct 9 @ 11:31 PM EDT

Hey #OrEdChat!! I'm Heather from S. Oregon. I love to ready snuggled with my fav blanket in "my spot" on the couch! :)

tishrich Oct 9 @ 11:32 PM EDT

Tisha HS Culinary teacher from SO Oregon. My fav chair in living room is where I love to read. #oredchat

mrsadzima05 Oct 9 @ 11:32 PM EDT

Hi, I am a 5th grade English Side of a Dual Lang. Teacher. This is my first year with flexible seating and I LOVE IT #OrEdChat

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:32 PM EDT

My fav place to read would have to be on the stair master at the gym (Crazy, I know!) It keeps me motivated to do cardio! 📖📚💪🏼 #OREdchat

ManionJulie - Moderator Oct 9 @ 11:32 PM EDT

I'm Julie 1St grade in Bend. I love my recliner for reading #oredchat

hmarrs24 - Moderator Oct 9 @ 11:32 PM EDT

A1: Allow for student choice, movement, comfort, space, collaboration, team work, etc. #oredchat https://t.co/nbYwtQUIa8

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:31 PM EDT

Q1: Why should teachers use flexible seating options in their classrooms? #OrEdChat https://t.co/0AqHlDmGXM

MeganPersell Oct 9 @ 11:32 PM EDT

#OREdchat Megan Persell, 5th grade teacher and first-timer to Twitter chats! Love my Ikea chair to plan! https://t.co/QWRvUyPn0v

mrsadzima05 Oct 9 @ 11:32 PM EDT

A1- Teach kids to make smart choices, Creates an inclusive environment for those with special needs, increase engagement! #OrEdChat

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:33 PM EDT

@MeganPersell @mrsadzima05 So glad you're here. #oredchat

strauterman Oct 9 @ 11:33 PM EDT

My fav place to read is on my couch with a coffee on my end table.#oredchat

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:33 PM EDT

A1: Ts should use flexible seating options to give students choice. They shouldn't be expected to sit in a chair all day! #OREdchat

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:34 PM EDT

Q2: What are the best options to purchase? Where do you get them? #oredchat https://t.co/NcQ6aWvC99

tishrich Oct 9 @ 11:34 PM EDT

A1: Allows Ss to choose seating most suitable for specific activity or Ss needs. #oredchat

hmarrs24 - Moderator Oct 9 @ 11:34 PM EDT

Welcome @MeganPersell!! Glad you are joining us! #OrEdChat https://t.co/HLjipyRH4p

MeganPersell Oct 9 @ 11:32 PM EDT

#OREdchat Megan Persell, 5th grade teacher and first-timer to Twitter chats! Love my Ikea chair to plan! https://t.co/QWRvUyPn0v

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:34 PM EDT

@mrsadzima05 Glad you're here. You can speak from experience. #oredchat

LeachTeach4 Oct 9 @ 11:35 PM EDT

Jamie, Senior English teacher from Medford. I love to read at Starbucks with a cup of coffee in the morning :-) ♡ #OREdChat

tishrich Oct 9 @ 11:35 PM EDT

A2: I'm going to lurk on this one...I am new to this. #oredchat

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:36 PM EDT

A2: I have bought a couple pieces from IKEA. Going back tomorrow. What else should I buy? #oredchat https://t.co/ZrJTIB2rzA

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:34 PM EDT

Q2: What are the best options to purchase? Where do you get them? #oredchat https://t.co/NcQ6aWvC99

MeganPersell Oct 9 @ 11:36 PM EDT

A2: I did a donorschoose grant and received a lot of great stuff! Most popular: blow-up chairs and wobble stools. #OREdchat

LeachTeach4 Oct 9 @ 11:36 PM EDT

A1: variety truly is the spice of life and the classroom ;-) #OREdChat

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:36 PM EDT

A2: I use some wobble chairs, stability disks, & yoga balls. My T partner received them from a grant. @strauterman #OREdchat

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:36 PM EDT

@LeachTeach4 Welcome, Jamie. Glad you're here. #oredchat

MeganPersell Oct 9 @ 11:36 PM EDT

A2: Amazon, but Home Goods has good deals on exercise balls. #randombuttrue #OREdchat

LeachTeach4 Oct 9 @ 11:37 PM EDT

A2: curious, looking for suggestions :-) #OREdChat

tishrich Oct 9 @ 11:37 PM EDT

A2: I teach culinary and have stainless tables on wheel which allows for different room configurations for various activities. #oredchat

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:37 PM EDT

@tishrich Glad you're here. Lurk away, but feel free to jump in. #Oredchat

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:38 PM EDT

Q3: What is important to remember when creating seating expectations with students? #OrEdChat https://t.co/lgm0LXnfrs

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:38 PM EDT

@computerteach2 Glad you're here! #oredchat

LeachTeach4 Oct 9 @ 11:38 PM EDT

How do you keep exercise balls from getting dirty? #OREdChat

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:38 PM EDT

@hmarrs24 @tishrich @LmertzMertz #OREdchat https://t.co/BbGrDwd3JC

strauterman Oct 9 @ 11:35 PM EDT

I love the wobble seats. They look like a stool, but kids have to stabilize themselves. Bought on Amazon. (W/ donorschoose)

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:38 PM EDT

@computerteach2 WOW! This looks awesome! #OREdchat

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:39 PM EDT

@LeachTeach4 We have some with legs & some that have covers on them. @strauterman do you have better way? #OREdchat

mrsadzima05 Oct 9 @ 11:39 PM EDT

A2: Cont. ikea is great for stools, supply bins, & floor tables. pillows, special cushions, pop up hampers to hold pillows #OrEdChat

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:40 PM EDT

@tishrich if you need items, set up a @DonorsChoose ❤️ #OrEdChat

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:41 PM EDT

@mrsadzia05 Didn't think of pop up hampers. Great idea. #oredchat

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:41 PM EDT

@LeachTeach4 Once you figure out what products you want, set up a @DonorsChoose project to fund your items! #OREdchat

LeachTeach4 Oct 9 @ 11:41 PM EDT

A3: I have Ss move around a lot, they do introductions each time we mix it up until they really know each other :-) #OREdchat

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:42 PM EDT

@mrsadzima05 Purpose is so important. I tend to go straight to rules. #oredchat

tishrich Oct 9 @ 11:42 PM EDT

A3: Making sure procedures and expectations are clear and consistent! #oredchat

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:43 PM EDT

Q4: How do you keep student supplies organized? #OrEdChat https://t.co/sTOXCLRq1F

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:43 PM EDT

A3: Teach & reteach expectations, have Ss model the correct behavior, have visuals of proper use, use it as a privilege #OREdchat

MeganPersell Oct 9 @ 11:44 PM EDT

A3: Student accountability, signed a contract, set expectations with all kids, most imp:choose the seat that helps you learn best #OrEdChat

LannySaretsky Oct 9 @ 11:44 PM EDT

Hi #oredchat A2 I like to glue mini whiteboards on plastic tubs as an option too. They're easy to move from place t… https://t.co/uNx8OwcOlC

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:44 PM EDT

@MsLaurenMertz @mrsadzima05 purpose!! Thank you!! I was thinking just of expectations too.. but purpose is so important. #OREdchat

LeachTeach4 Oct 9 @ 11:44 PM EDT

A4: I have school boxes with highlighters, sticky notes, tape, scissors, erasers on each table. Other supplies are easy access on #OREdchat

hmarrs24 - Moderator Oct 9 @ 11:45 PM EDT

**Caddies are actually white/clear...I added the space shuttle on the side! (part of my gamification) #OrEdChat

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:45 PM EDT

@hmarrs24 what are some of your expectations? #OREdchat

computerteach2 Oct 9 @ 11:45 PM EDT

Couches are also popular options for flexible seating #OrEdChat https://t.co/x9hMiK8VSH

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:45 PM EDT

@mrs_sulli0903 @strauterman @MeganPersell @computerteach2 We need a trip to Oregon to visit our new friends. #Oredchat

LeachTeach4 Oct 9 @ 11:45 PM EDT

A4 continues: shelves...rulers, staplers, markers, colored pencils, a variety of paper...#OREdchat

MeganPersell Oct 9 @ 11:46 PM EDT

A4: Ottomans with lids! They hide the clutter! #OrEdChat

tishrich Oct 9 @ 11:46 PM EDT

A4: Lots of supplies in my culinary classroom. I label drawers & cupboards...everything has a place. #oredchat

computerteach2 Oct 9 @ 11:46 PM EDT

I couldn't have said it better! Thanks @mrs_sulli0903 #OrEdChat https://t.co/G5FXYCiYaA

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:43 PM EDT

A3: Teach & reteach expectations, have Ss model the correct behavior, have visuals of proper use, use it as a privilege #OREdchat

hmarrs24 - Moderator Oct 9 @ 11:47 PM EDT

Yes you do!!! #OrEDChat https://t.co/cPUN3c360n

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:45 PM EDT

@mrs_sulli0903 @strauterman @MeganPersell @computerteach2 We need a trip to Oregon to visit our new friends. #Oredchat

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:47 PM EDT

"Choose the seat that helps you learn best" 🙌🏼👍🏼 YES! #OREdchat https://t.co/ZCHKjL3g69

MeganPersell Oct 9 @ 11:44 PM EDT

A3: Student accountability, signed a contract, set expectations with all kids, most imp:choose the seat that helps you learn best #OrEdChat

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:48 PM EDT

@mrs_sulli0903 @hmarrs24 What do you do when they have trouble choosing the best spot to learn? #oredchat

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:49 PM EDT

Q5: How do students choose thier spots? Do they move throughout the day? #OrEdChat https://t.co/T8SX2e3sXr

hmarrs24 - Moderator Oct 9 @ 11:49 PM EDT

The ottomans with the lids are great seating and easy to move around the room! Love those! #oredchat https://t.co/uFbqW3kKVK

MeganPersell Oct 9 @ 11:46 PM EDT

A4: Ottomans with lids! They hide the clutter! #OrEdChat

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:51 PM EDT

A5: I plan on Ss having a home seat. They can choose flexible options during certain parts of the day (reading, writing, etc.) #oredchat

tishrich Oct 9 @ 11:51 PM EDT

A5: My Ss don't sit long because my classes are project based (they're cooking) so I let them choose where to sit for instruction. #oredchat

MeganPersell Oct 9 @ 11:51 PM EDT

A5: Choose a new spot each day for a week. Starts over the next week. #OrEdChat

computerteach2 Oct 9 @ 11:51 PM EDT

A5: My classes are 40 min 1X a week so the students generally pick a different spot each week that fits their needs for that day #OrEdChat

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:51 PM EDT

I'm starting this Tuesday, but my Ss will still have a home seat w/ supplies, etc. Any ideas for me?! #OREdchat https://t.co/6kgCjlYqeJ

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:49 PM EDT

Q5: How do students choose thier spots? Do they move throughout the day? #OrEdChat https://t.co/T8SX2e3sXr

MeganPersell Oct 9 @ 11:52 PM EDT

A5: Some kids having trouble getting the "good seats" because they're late coming in from bfast. Suggestions? #OrEdChat

LeachTeach4 Oct 9 @ 11:54 PM EDT

A5: We draw table # as Ss enter the room. # of tables changes depending on the teask #OREdchat

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:54 PM EDT

@strauterman can we chat about this schedule Tuesday morning? 🤗 #OREdchat

computerteach2 Oct 9 @ 11:54 PM EDT

@strauterman great idea using a schedule!! #ORedchat

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:55 PM EDT

Q6: Which rescources, web sites, blogs, or people can help with flexible seating? #OrEdChat https://t.co/IQPvubIzh7

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:55 PM EDT

@MeganPersell A5: Good question. Maybe have kids tell you one place they'd like to sit & you assign or change seats more often. #oredchat

mrsadzima05 Oct 9 @ 11:56 PM EDT

Check this Board out on Pinterest! #OrEdChat https://t.co/t7i5yaEVxW

LeachTeach4 Oct 9 @ 11:56 PM EDT

A6: curious :-) #OREdchat

hmarrs24 - Moderator Oct 9 @ 11:57 PM EDT

A6: Dianne @MViTDiTeach has been a great cheerleader for me in #flexibleseating! Check out her blog here: https://t.co/wH0kRGX03y #OrEdChat

mrs_sulli0903 Oct 9 @ 11:57 PM EDT

A5: @mrsdonaldsonm had some great flexible seating ideas at a recent professional development #ORedchat

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:58 PM EDT

Grow your PLN by following colleagues on #OrEdChat https://t.co/CZtYHiLUTV

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:58 PM EDT

A6: https://t.co/RgKM0RdqVu looks interesting #oredchat

mrsadzima05 Oct 9 @ 11:58 PM EDT

#OrEdChat my colleagues @MinterBridge & Jenna Murphy have been great help. Also @miss_kim_porter https://t.co/rlz6d2zfya

MsLaurenMertz Oct 9 @ 11:55 PM EDT

Q6: Which rescources, web sites, blogs, or people can help with flexible seating? #OrEdChat https://t.co/IQPvubIzh7

MeganPersell Oct 9 @ 11:58 PM EDT

#ORedchat Got a lot of ideas from here! https://t.co/yrRbSBTIwn

LeachTeach4 Oct 9 @ 11:59 PM EDT

Thanks for another fun chat! :-) ♡ #OREdchat

computerteach2 Oct 9 @ 11:59 PM EDT

A6: Edcamps are a great resource for flexible seating! Talk to others about what works for them. IKEA & buy sell trade sites too #OrEdChat

hmarrs24 - Moderator Oct 9 @ 11:59 PM EDT

Thank you to @MsLaurenMertz for being an amazing moderator tonight!! And thank you all for being here on #oredchat