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PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #5thchat! Introduce yourself and share something exciting from your summer break.

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:00 PM EDT

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PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:01 PM EDT

I'm Austin from Dallas, TX 5th grade science teacher at Northlake Elem. I got to go to Disneyland & share with Mickey our big news! #5thchat

ldpricha Aug 15 @ 8:02 PM EDT

#5thchat Hi everyone! Lisa from MI. I teach 4th grade. Summer excitement- I got married :-)

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Kelley Andrews from Richardson, Tx...glad to moderate for #5thchat again!

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:03 PM EDT

I'm Paul Solarz, a 5th grade teacher from Arlington Heights, IL. Had a great trip to St. Martin to visit friends & their daughters! #5thchat

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hello #5thchat. Howard from Northern CA. On break.

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:04 PM EDT

I presented at #ISTE17 this summer! It was an honor, plus a lot of fun! #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Thanks so much for moderating tonight Kelley!!! #5thchat

In reply to @KelleyJAndrews

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1: What new ideas have you learned from your summer reading or PD that you plan to bring to your students? #5thchat

mitchell_tramit Aug 15 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hello! Tracy here from NC. #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:05 PM EDT

anytime Paul! #5thchat

In reply to @PaulSolarz

pjcerullo Aug 15 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Good evening #5thchat Phil, from NJ trying to multitask with Shiftthis tonight.

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:05 PM EDT

glad you are here! #5thchat

In reply to @mitchell_tramit

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: Definitely going analyze how I give effective feedback to students. Thanks @alicekeeler for the awesome #GrowRISD presentation! #5thchat

Doceri_Jason Aug 15 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Does this look like the 1st Day of School? #cookms it does during Community Building Days #edchat. Don’t talk about syllabus! #5thchat

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Howard here #5thchat. I only went in to work 1 x so far this break! And all I touched were aesthetics.

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:06 PM EDT

haha! you can do it! :) glad you are here Phillip! #5thchat

In reply to @pjcerullo

EDUcre8ive Aug 15 @ 8:06 PM EDT

John Klinger me from WeVideo #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:07 PM EDT

I am jealous...NC is so much cooler than TX! #5thchat

In reply to @mitchell_tramit

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1 - Can't wait to implement new ways of learning through: - https://t.co/aJJN3CKYKy - @2ndStepProgram - @peekapak - @PenpalSchools #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 More frequent feedback, and more student relationship building are 2 of my goals for the school year. #5thchat

mitchell_tramit Aug 15 @ 8:09 PM EDT

I attended PBL this summer, so I will be bringing that into the classroom along w/ some skyping. We had not done that yet #5thchat

ldpricha Aug 15 @ 8:09 PM EDT

#5thchat Sorry, what was Q1? I missed it.

MsLama5th Aug 15 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Ms. Lama from NC. I teach at a year-round school. #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:10 PM EDT

I have not heard of some of these....*intrigued* #5thchat

In reply to @PaulSolarz, @2ndStepProgram, @Peekapak, @PenpalSchools

pjcerullo Aug 15 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: I am bringing in Flipgrid this year, as well as a new understanding of @brainpop and it's tools. #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:10 PM EDT

welcome! :) #5thchat

In reply to @MsLama5th

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 - Can't wait to implement new ways of learning through: - @EdCorps - Mystery Science - @Newsela - @listenwiselearn - @RecapThat #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: How do you plan on using your new summer knowledge to impact student learning? #5thchat

ldpricha Aug 15 @ 8:12 PM EDT

#5thchat A1 I’ve been reading about PBL this summer. I’m excited to try it out. A little nervous too! Also hoping to incorporate Minecraft.

mmesarahlewis Aug 15 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Hi all! Sarah from NB, Canada. This whole napping thing has been my favourite this summer 😜 #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:12 PM EDT

I just sent out a flipgrid for my incoming students! they can see who is in their class and get to know everyone! #5thchat

In reply to @pjcerullo, @brainpop

michelelkelly Aug 15 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: Lucy Calkins Units of Study and Reading for my ELA resource students #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2: We must look at how we are teaching students to impact their learning. I'm going to self reflect on my instructiondal design. #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1 - Can't wait to implement new ways of learning through: - @EdjiNotes - @EverFi - @icivics - @sowntogrow - TCI's History Alive #5thchat

shammanaj Aug 15 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1 5th grade teacher in AZ. Looking forward to implementing ideas in Disrupting Thinking by @KyleneBeers #5thchat

mmdetrick Aug 15 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Mo from Southern,MD #5thchat

ldpricha Aug 15 @ 8:13 PM EDT

#5thchat A2 Hoping PBL will lead to higher engagement, independence, and perseverance.

mmesarahlewis Aug 15 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: I read #InnovatorsMindset by @gcouros ... I'd like to get my Ss doing more reflecting on learning, not just me. #5thchat

mitchell_tramit Aug 15 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1 con't. I would also like to bring it in some of the reading ideas from #DisruptingThinking such as BHH. #5thchat

pjcerullo Aug 15 @ 8:14 PM EDT

I did the same thing Kelley! I am going to record my video by the end of the week. #5thchat

In reply to @KelleyJAndrews

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:14 PM EDT

yes! the ss love it! real-world and make it their own. what's not to like? #5thchat

In reply to @ldpricha

kris_vanduyne Aug 15 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1: A reminder of the importance of choice in student activities #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1: What new ideas have you learned from your summer reading or PD that you plan to bring to your students? #5thchat

michelelkelly Aug 15 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1: Also going to use @EdjiNotes a lot! #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2 - A big focus of mine this year is Social-Emotional Learning, Self-Assessment & Reflection, and Metacognition. #5thchat

MsLama5th Aug 15 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1- I got a lot of great ideas from #KidsDeserveIt, #ShiftThis and #learnlap to get my Ss more involved in their learning #5thchat

AssignmentHelpN Aug 15 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A Writer’s Guide to Difference Between Editing and Proofreading https://t.co/wq0uN2NDPQ #edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat

mitchell_tramit Aug 15 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2 I want to make learning as authentic as I can for my students. #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2 Metacognition strategies! Hoping to help my students become thinkers and intrinsically motivated! #5thchat

michelelkelly Aug 15 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Big focus on Trauma Informed Schools and PBIS #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 - Hoping to improve my writing instruction this year and hoping @WriteSteps_ will be my answer! They've been AMAZING so far! #5thchat

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1: mashing robotics & art, creating midi raps online. #5thchat

kris_vanduyne Aug 15 @ 8:16 PM EDT

My co-teacher and I will dissect the learning process in our lesson planning this yr - focusing on strategies, directions, etc. #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: How do you plan on using your new summer knowledge to impact student learning? #5thchat

twoguysde Aug 15 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Personalized Learning is what are students deserve!!! #5thchat

shammanaj Aug 15 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 Trying to get kids to think while they read, using the BHH framework #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:17 PM EDT

#5thchat

In reply to @PaulSolarz

pjcerullo Aug 15 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: My goal is writing instruction. Last yr, I made some headway, but I'm hoping to see strides this year. #5thchat

MsLama5th Aug 15 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2- I'm excited to get my Ss working in literature circles with books that they choose and starting a class meeting. #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Let's compare notes some time! :) #5thchat

In reply to @KelleyJAndrews

mmesarahlewis Aug 15 @ 8:18 PM EDT

I've been doing a lot of thinking about flexible seating this summer for choice #5thchat

In reply to @kris_vanduyne

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A3: When learn ratios I'll use what learned about gears. #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:18 PM EDT

I have not heard of this..googling after the chat! #5thchat

In reply to @michelelkelly, @EdjiNotes

mmdetrick Aug 15 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A1: Attended Teacher Tour @HeinemannPub Met so many Gr8 T & Authors! @MisterMinor Bringing it all back into classroom! #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3: Before your 1st day of school with students, how do you open the walls of your classroom to students? #5thchat

twoguysde Aug 15 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: Also the Gamification of the classroom is a game changer!!! Thanks for the insight @JaredRLopatin and @irvspanish #5thchat

kris_vanduyne Aug 15 @ 8:19 PM EDT

I've seen some very cool ideas for this! Good luck! #5thchat

In reply to @mmesarahlewis

mmesarahlewis Aug 15 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@kris_vanduyne do you have tips to share about incorporating choice in the learning env't? #5thchat

In reply to @kris_vanduyne, @kris_vanduyne

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A3 - We have a day where students can drop off their supplies in the classroom & look around the room (maybe meet the teacher). #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3: Make the call! In order for students to feel welcomed we must reach out to them and their family to make the connection. #5thchat

ldpricha Aug 15 @ 8:20 PM EDT

#5thchat A3 Open house is before school starts. I’ve had before school celebrations too, but it didn’t happen this year.

MisterMinor Aug 15 @ 8:20 PM EDT

💙, @mmdetrick! #5thchat

mmdetrick Aug 15 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A1: Attended Teacher Tour @HeinemannPub Met so many Gr8 T & Authors! @MisterMinor Bringing it all back into classroom! #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3: On the morning of the 1st day of school, we all meet outside w/parents, say the pledge, hear announcements, then start our day! #5thchat

ldpricha Aug 15 @ 8:20 PM EDT

#5thchat I also send post cards to each student.

twoguysde Aug 15 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: I'm pumped about how I can use @flipgrid to engage both students and parents outside of the classroom walls!!! #5thchat

mmesarahlewis Aug 15 @ 8:21 PM EDT

My classroom has been becoming more #traumaInformed as well. It's been super helpful. Any resources you've been liking? #5thchat

In reply to @michelelkelly

twoguysde Aug 15 @ 8:21 PM EDT

#5thchat

In reply to @PaulSolarz

MsLama5th Aug 15 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Q3- Since I already started, I still have empty bulletin boards that I want to get the Ss to create when I track back in. #5thchat

mitchell_tramit Aug 15 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 I have a class twitter account, the feed is linked to our class webpage. Photos are uploaded. Postcards will be sent out #5thchat

mmesarahlewis Aug 15 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Great question to get us #teachers thinking! 👏 #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3: Before your 1st day of school with students, how do you open the walls of your classroom to students? #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3 - Sending out a GOLDEN TICKET to welcome students into our room! (Thanks to @MollyBabcock for the idea & template.) #5thchat

mmesarahlewis Aug 15 @ 8:24 PM EDT

I've done an open house too and enjoyed meeting the Ss before hand as well. And their families! #5thchat

In reply to @ldpricha

mitchell_tramit Aug 15 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3 We also have a School wide orientation prior to school beginning for students and families to come & meet us & see the school #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3 Flipgrid, recap, flipped vids, google classrm. allow collaboration and take down the walls.more accessible can make difference. #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Q4: Parent communication is critical to the success of every child. How do you initially make contact with your students’ parents? #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A4: Parents want teachers who are open. Be open to phone calls, before/after school visits, email, or carpool lane chats. #JustTalk #5thchat

MsLama5th Aug 15 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A4- I send out an email to Ps before open house. #5thchat

ldpricha Aug 15 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#5thchat A4 I talk to parents at open house and make sure to call within the first week or two to check in. Catch concerns early.

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A4 - Parents receive an email of class placement one week before school starts. Back-To-School Night is first time we meet. #5thchat

mitchell_tramit Aug 15 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4 Call, email, send notes - positive ones home w/in the 1st couple days of school to each students parent. #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:28 PM EDT

we sent ours tonight! but with a video #flipped #5thchat

In reply to @PaulSolarz

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Well that's fun! Great idea!!! #5thchat

In reply to @KelleyJAndrews

pjcerullo Aug 15 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: Back to school night is the first time we meet. Our night has actually been moved up from previous years. #5thchat

wadewhitehead Aug 15 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: A personal, handwritten note to the family, stamped and mailed in time to arrive before the first day of school #5thchat #oldschool

MmeKristenFrost Aug 15 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Google form questionnaire asking parents for preferred method of contact + contact info. Then meet the teacher night. #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Q4: Parent communication is critical to the success of every child. How do you initially make contact with your students’ parents? #5thchat

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3: We invite families to visit class Friday before school starts. #5thchat

mmdetrick Aug 15 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3: Chose a cactus theme. Really loved @Dusti_Bowling new book coming out in Sept! Ss come in for open house. #Westicktogether 🌵❤️ #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4 Initial contact is a flipped video! Mine went out tonight! Then Sneak Peek, and phone calls within the first week or 2! #5thchat

MmeKristenFrost Aug 15 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A3: We don't get class lists until right before school starts, but gr. 6s come visit the year before. #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3: Before your 1st day of school with students, how do you open the walls of your classroom to students? #5thchat

joe_eyres Aug 15 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Joe Eyres from SF Bay area here. 1st time multi-chat #5thchat #ShiftThis First day = Aug 21

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Q5: When designing lessons for the 1st weeks of school, how do you help your students establish a culture of learning? #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A5: I establish a safe, loving, & fun classroom where learning is the result of having high levels of engagement and entertainment #5thchat

ldpricha Aug 15 @ 8:34 PM EDT

#5thchat A5 We’ll talk a lot about growth mindset and focus on team building.

joe_eyres Aug 15 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: Already sending out msg's to whole school via @classdojo to catch some future students. Then shake hands at dropoff 1st day #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A5 - We have a few classroom meetings, several mini lessons, we take a "classroom tour" to learn what makes our room unique, etc. #5thchat

internet4classr Aug 15 @ 8:35 PM EDT

INFO: Plurals Picture Quiz. https://t.co/Isqlpmwr6Y #edchat #3rdchat #4thchat #5thchat #langarts #ela #engchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A5 Team building the first week, mindset discussion,risk-free environment, goal-setting, and getting to know each other. #5thchat

twoguysde Aug 15 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A5: Build relationships NOT Walls!!!! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ I just discussed this on the vlog today..try something different on day 1...Will you?? #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:36 PM EDT

engagement is key! luckily in science it may be easier..lol #5thchat

In reply to @PapaBacher

mitchell_tramit Aug 15 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5 I spend a lot of time working on team building/cooperative activities. Making decisions together helps establish community #5thchat

shammanaj Aug 15 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5 We use the Week of Inspirational Math activities from @YouCubedOrg #5thchat

MmeKristenFrost Aug 15 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5: Gr. 7 is a new exp. Talk a lot about how to be respectful and kind to Ss. How to respond to bullying, who to reach out to. #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Q5: When designing lessons for the 1st weeks of school, how do you help your students establish a culture of learning? #5thchat

joe_eyres Aug 15 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: Start w/ team-building, empathy-building, digital citizenship, and more. #5thchat

pjcerullo Aug 15 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: I do a lot of collaborative activities, #dotday , classroom meetings, and mini-lessons. #5thchat

MsLama5th Aug 15 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Yes! I have not started my meetings yet, but have done the classroom tour #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A5 - We have a few classroom meetings, several mini lessons, we take a "classroom tour" to learn what makes our room unique, etc. #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q6: How do you prepare the night before the first day of school? #5thchat

theMrOlson Aug 15 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5- I work to create activities that promote collaboration. We start learning with and from each other on day 1. #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Q5: When designing lessons for the 1st weeks of school, how do you help your students establish a culture of learning? #5thchat

MmeKristenFrost Aug 15 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5: Also @breakoutedu to get them motivated to work through tough problems. #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A6 Relax, try to go to bed early, set 20 alarms, wake up multiple times. this year may do mindfulness before! #5thchat

MrWawczak Aug 15 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A6: A good night of sleep is key! #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q6: How do you prepare the night before the first day of school? #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6: Relax and rest! The 1st day sets the tone for the whole year. Give your students high levels of excitement and go all out! #5thchat

ldpricha Aug 15 @ 8:42 PM EDT

#5thchat A6 I try to have everything prepared a couple days before so I can take the evening off before the first day.

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6 - I TRY to get to sleep at a decent time, but every year that's a tough night of insomnia! Teachers get nervous too! :) #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:42 PM EDT

I try, but usually have school dreams. paranoid about over sleeping..lol #5thchat

In reply to @MrWawczak

mmdetrick Aug 15 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6: Never can sleep! Too exited. Walk through everything so they are excited to share w/Ps at end of day. #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q6: How do you prepare the night before the first day of school? #5thchat

theMrOlson Aug 15 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A6- I attempt to get sleep. The anxiousness and excitement makes it difficult. I take it as a sign I am still in the right place! #5thchat

pjcerullo Aug 15 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: I attempted, but usually fail, to sleep. My mind always has a habit of racing the night before! #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:45 PM EDT

"Marble Theory" is Day 1 for us. I do a "Growth Mindset" chat before the end of the week as well. #5thchat

In reply to @MsLama5th

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Same! #5thchat

In reply to @theMrOlson

theMrOlson Aug 15 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Thanks for letting me join in late! Mike from MN here. #5thchat

ldpricha Aug 15 @ 8:46 PM EDT

#5thchat What’s Marble Theory?

In reply to @PaulSolarz, @MsLama5th

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:46 PM EDT

better late than never! #5thchat

In reply to @theMrOlson

mitchell_tramit Aug 15 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6 I pray for an amazing & blessed yr. Then I have my fav picture books, goal sheets, materials for activities #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Q7: How do you build strong student relationships from day one with your students? #5thchat

MsLama5th Aug 15 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6 - I will usually do last minute changes to my lesson plans and always make sure my popsicle sticks are ready! #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:47 PM EDT

No sleep #5thchat

In reply to @mmdetrick

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A7: I love team building activities with students. My favorite is "The Floor is Lava!" Ss have to fold a tarp in half and stay on #5thchat

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A7: Inhonestly can't remember. I think it's different every yr. My summer is 3 weeks long so I do a lot during the yr. #5thchat

joe_eyres Aug 15 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A7: Get to know Ss; learn their dreams, goals, reservations, and their parents as well. #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Q7: How do you build strong student relationships from day one with your students? #5thchat

mmesarahlewis Aug 15 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5: thinking of sharing this @BreneBrown quote with ms Ss: #5thchat #DaringGreatly

MmeKristenFrost Aug 15 @ 8:49 PM EDT

I am firm but fair. I find in a JH setting, being honest is the best way to connect with students. I also try to laugh a lot. #5thchat

theMrOlson Aug 15 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A7- I like using the #tlap Playdough activity to start learning about Ss right away. #5thchat

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A7: it'll involve a root beer & some chips tho! #5thchat

ldpricha Aug 15 @ 8:49 PM EDT

#5thchat A7 I try to find out their interests right away. I also participate in all of the games/activities we do.

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A6 I honestly can't remember. I think it's different every yr. My summer is 3 weeks long so I do a lot during the yr. #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A7 talk to your students, get on their level, i like to do surveys too..learning style, etc. tell them i am here for them #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7 - I just make it a priority & it helps that I actually WANT to get to know them better! I'm very lucky to get to work with kids! #5thchat

theMrOlson Aug 15 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Going BIG on day one helps create a shared experience that we can reflect on throughout the year. It brings us together. #5thchat

mitchell_tramit Aug 15 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7 Be "real". Let your Ss know ur hopes 4 the yr & really listen to their hopes, goals & dreams. Be their cheerleader from day 1 #5thchat

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A6: I've used a game that makes them rely on one another. Depends on the tenor of the group. We're a 1 class/gr campus. #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:53 PM EDT

yes...i love the be real part. they have to see your human side! #5thchat

In reply to @mitchell_tramit

mmdetrick Aug 15 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A7: Trust. Welcome them every morning and wish them well every afternoon. Read/Write & share 😎 Legos and play dough ❤️#5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q8: What classroom hashtag will you create to guide you throughout this school year to inspire you and your students? #5thchat

MsLama5th Aug 15 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A7 - I discuss with my Ss the importance of working together and supporting each other. I also get to know their likes and dislikes.#5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A8: #RiseUpNLE Many students feel beaten by school and life. My Ss will know I want them to "Rise Up" and face their challenges. #5thchat

cpoole27 Aug 15 @ 8:55 PM EDT

(NEW #Podcast ep.) 3 Things Every Teacher Must Learn https://t.co/aaKHut6A1o #pln365 #5thchat #teacherfriends

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A8 - We tweet using our district-wide hashtag: #d25Learns and our school hashtag: #celebrategrowlead (our slogan as a LIM School). #5thchat

KelleyJAndrews Aug 15 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A8 My classroom # would be #funwhilelearning or #studentimpact. #5thchat

theMrOlson Aug 15 @ 8:57 PM EDT

I introduced #TeamOlson last year. I used it to represent the family that we will become. Wristbands are ready for September! #5thchat

PapaBacher Aug 15 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Thank you everyone for participating in the chat tonight. @KelleyJAndrews and I have throughly enjoyed each and every tweet! #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Aug 15 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Thanks SO much to @PapaBacher and @KelleyJAndrews for moderating tonight's #5thchat! Great conversation! Here's next week's chat details:

_on11 Aug 15 @ 11:04 AM EDT

Guaranteed reaction after experiencing #5thchat with @PaulSolarz and @megan_hacholski on 8/22 at 7 CDT. 9 Innings of fun! #tlap #LearnLAP