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participatechat Feb 19 @ 11:30 PM EST

Participate in the upcoming #OREdChat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/eadbGGsYnJ

KathiSueSummers Feb 19 @ 11:30 PM EST

@KathiSueSummers, Oregon Online Teacher #OREdChat

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KathiSueSummers Feb 19 @ 11:30 PM EST

@KathiSueSummers, Oregon Online Teacher #OREdChat

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MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:31 PM EST

Glad you're here tonight. #OrEdChat

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hmarrs24 - Moderator Feb 19 @ 11:31 PM EST

Hey #OrEdChat crew! Heather Marrs 3rd grade Teacher and EdTech Teacher Leader in Eagle Point

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:30 PM EST

Welcome to #OrEdChat! We're glad you're here. Please introduce yourself. #kidsdeserveit

mrs_sulli0903 Feb 19 @ 11:31 PM EST

I'm Ashton, 1st grade teacher in MO 🤗 #OrEdChat

tishrich Feb 19 @ 11:31 PM EST

Hi! Tisha HS Culinary Tr & Discovery Lead Medford, OR #oredchat

LemarrTreadwell Feb 19 @ 11:31 PM EST

#OrEdChat Lemarr Treadwell, Fresno CA

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:31 PM EST

Thanks for coming tonight. #OrEdChat

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MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:32 PM EST

Q1: What are some ways you've built deeper relationships and connected with kids? #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

LeachTeach4 Feb 19 @ 11:32 PM EST

#OREdChat Jamie, ELA teacher at NMHS :-) ♡

hmarrs24 - Moderator Feb 19 @ 11:32 PM EST

Oregon EdChat starts now! Join us to chat about Chap 4-6 of #KidsDeserveIt! #OrEdChat

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:32 PM EST

Lauren, K-4 Remedial Reading Teacher, and book enthusiast. Happy to be here. #OrEdChat

KathiSueSummers Feb 19 @ 11:33 PM EST

A1: Allow Ss to see my setback and ask them for help. #OrEdChat

LeachTeach4 Feb 19 @ 11:33 PM EST

#OREdChat A1: listening is key...also, laughing and smiling, sharing your real self :-) ♡

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:34 PM EST

Q1 again: What are some ways you've built deeper relationships and connected with kids? #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

tishrich Feb 19 @ 11:34 PM EST

A1: Go to their events. Talk to them, be present, be genuine. Spend time in 1st weeks building relationships #oredchat

mrs_sulli0903 Feb 19 @ 11:34 PM EST

A1: I've built deeper relationships through genuine convos w/ Ss & taking an interest in what they love (Trolls, dabbing😂, etc.) #OrEdChat

hmarrs24 - Moderator Feb 19 @ 11:35 PM EST

A1: shaking hands every morning & high fives in the afternoon, #gamifying my class, going to sports & extra curriculars #OrEdChat

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:32 PM EST

Q1: What are some ways you've built deeper relationships and connected with kids? #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

mrs_sulli0903 Feb 19 @ 11:36 PM EST

listening for sure! Even though it's hard to listen to so many stories, it's important to make time for them! #OrEdChat

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MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:37 PM EST

Q2: How has your life been impacted by children who are the hardest to love? #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

hmarrs24 - Moderator Feb 19 @ 11:37 PM EST

Agreed! #kidsdeserveit #OrEdChat

LeachTeach4 Feb 19 @ 11:33 PM EST

#OREdChat A1: listening is key...also, laughing and smiling, sharing your real self :-) ♡

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:37 PM EST

I'm making an effort to listen to their stories this year. It's hard with such limited time. #Oredchat

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mrs_sulli0903 Feb 19 @ 11:37 PM EST

my Ss give me a hug, high five, or handshake every morning. Can you tell me more about #gamifying ?! #OrEdChat

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azkgro Feb 19 @ 11:38 PM EST

A1. I'm a school principal i'm outside everyday welcoming kids to school and saying silly fun things to get the day started #OrEdChat

hmarrs24 - Moderator Feb 19 @ 11:38 PM EST

A2: I wouldn't be the teacher or person I am without them! They stretch me, grow my grace and patience, I learn as much from them! #OrEdChat

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:37 PM EST

Q2: How has your life been impacted by children who are the hardest to love? #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:38 PM EST

@strauterman @kara_welty Join us if you can. #OrEdChat

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MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:37 PM EST

Q2: How has your life been impacted by children who are the hardest to love? #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

LemarrTreadwell Feb 19 @ 11:38 PM EST

A2. #OrEdChat Pushed me to look way beyond regular tools to provide support to learn yet keep advanced Ss engaged

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:37 PM EST

Q2: How has your life been impacted by children who are the hardest to love? #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:39 PM EST

Q2 again: How has your life been impacted by children who are the hardest to love? #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

LeachTeach4 Feb 19 @ 11:39 PM EST

#Oredchat A2: hardest to love so often end up as the ones I love most...I spend so much more time trying to relate to them, our bonds last

azkgro Feb 19 @ 11:40 PM EST

A2. I try to start fresh everyday and look for things to make their day special connect and care #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

KathiSueSummers Feb 19 @ 11:40 PM EST

A2: Those are the Ss that send you notes and call to tell you thanks for sticking with me. I have had many over the years. #OrEdChat

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:41 PM EST

Q3 again: When was the last time you called a parent to celebrate his/her child? What happened? #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

mrs_sulli0903 Feb 19 @ 11:41 PM EST

A2: Ss that are hardest to love teach us the most. Like how to build genuine relationships & go the extra mile to show Ss I care #OrEdChat

hmarrs24 - Moderator Feb 19 @ 11:41 PM EST

A3: This chap. really hit home! I have had convos but not intentional phone calls lately... I def. need to make that a priority! #OrEdChat

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:41 PM EST

Q3 again: When was the last time you called a parent to celebrate his/her child? What happened? #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:42 PM EST

Q3: When was the last time you called a parent to celebrate his/her child? What happened? #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

KathiSueSummers Feb 19 @ 11:42 PM EST

A3: I do more face 2 face communication. I am part of the community and I see Ps all the time. Just yesterday! #OrEdChat

azkgro Feb 19 @ 11:42 PM EST

A3 called this week for a - but convo turned into a + I need to do this more often as a principal it will make a diff #OrEdChat

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:43 PM EST

I agree. This chapt. was a hard one for me. I don't make enough calls. #OrEdChat

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mrs_sulli0903 Feb 19 @ 11:44 PM EST

A3: I've sent texts (on Remind). The parents love it! They are so grateful for positivity. I need to make time 4 more phone calls #OrEdChat

tishrich Feb 19 @ 11:44 PM EST

A3: Made positive calls to my Ss homes (120) on last conference day. Shock turned to joy as I bragged on their kids. Priceless. #oredchat

KathiSueSummers Feb 19 @ 11:45 PM EST

#OREdChat

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:45 PM EST

A3: I never thought to have the kids make the positive calls with me. Need to do it. #OrEdChat

LeachTeach4 Feb 19 @ 11:45 PM EST

#OrEdChat A3: Don't contact parents enough, but when I do I always send the message that I believe in their child, they can do it attitude

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:45 PM EST

Wow! I'm sure that really made positive impact. #OrEdChat

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mrs_sulli0903 Feb 19 @ 11:46 PM EST

I agree. Phone calls are harder when email & apps, like remind, are so convenient. #OrEdChat

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MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:47 PM EST

Q4: How have you found time to celebrate every child? #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:48 PM EST

Q4 again: How have you found time to celebrate every child? #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

KathiSueSummers Feb 19 @ 11:48 PM EST

A4: I try to send postcards with positive messages one ea S at least once a quarter. #OrEdChat

azkgro Feb 19 @ 11:48 PM EST

@mrs_sulli0903 @MsLaurenMertz @hmarrs24 agreed but what a powerful connection a voice can make #OrEdChat

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mrs_sulli0903 Feb 19 @ 11:46 PM EST

I agree. Phone calls are harder when email & apps, like remind, are so convenient. #OrEdChat
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hmarrs24 - Moderator Feb 19 @ 11:48 PM EST

A4: I try to build it into my day. Teaching in smaller groups (wkshop style) allows 4 me to really see and celebrate my Ss #OrEdChat

mrs_sulli0903 Feb 19 @ 11:48 PM EST

A4: Through simple celebrations & praise. I let Ss know I'm proud of them with my words & a smile. All Ss can be celebrated 🎉🙌🏼 #OrEdChat

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:48 PM EST

A4: When I do this faithfully, I have to keep a list and schedule specific kids to celebrate. #OrEdChat

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:47 PM EST

Q4: How have you found time to celebrate every child? #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

LeachTeach4 Feb 19 @ 11:49 PM EST

#OrEdChat A4: Just appreciate the little things and be polite, thank Ss, smile at them, notice them...a little goes a long way :-)

mrs_sulli0903 Feb 19 @ 11:49 PM EST

totally!! Phone calls are so much more powerful :) Need to make more time for them. #OrEdChat

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MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:50 PM EST

I need to collect phone numbers at PT conferences this week. #OrEdChat

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MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:51 PM EST

Q5: How have you led recently? What needs to change for you to be a better leader? #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:52 PM EST

Q5 again: How have you led recently? What needs to change for you to be a better leader? #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

KathiSueSummers Feb 19 @ 11:52 PM EST

A5: My best way to lead is to listen. I had several Ss this past week that needed me to listen. So I did. #OrEdChat

mrs_sulli0903 Feb 19 @ 11:53 PM EST

A5: This year I've had different practicum Ss- our future teachers! I am leading them by giving them hands on experience with Ss #OrEdChat

hmarrs24 - Moderator Feb 19 @ 11:53 PM EST

A5: I have led by example with courage and vision but I need to be better at leaning on others and asking for help! #OrEdChat

mrhohnbaum Feb 19 @ 11:54 PM EST

#oredchat #bcedchat and #caedchat at the same time?!?!? #keepittogether

LeachTeach4 Feb 19 @ 11:55 PM EST

#OrEdChat A5: lead #SOZenTeacher chat & #SOCoffeeEdu face to face chat, + knitting club at lunch...need to keep eyes, mind & ♡ open to new

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:55 PM EST

Q6: What questions/favorite part do you have after reading ch. 4-6? What will you take into the classroom this week? #OrEdChat

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:55 PM EST

I'm not very good at asking for help either. Need to give others the opp to lead. #OrEdChat

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hmarrs24 - Moderator Feb 19 @ 11:56 PM EST

A6: My new goal for the next few weeks is to call Ps to celebrate their kids! #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

LemarrTreadwell Feb 19 @ 11:57 PM EST

Jason. #BCedchat ends at 8:00pm PST. #Oredchat starts at 8:30PM #CAedchat starts at 8:00PM Thank God for Tweetdeck!

mrhohnbaum Feb 19 @ 11:54 PM EST

#oredchat #bcedchat and #caedchat at the same time?!?!? #keepittogether

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:58 PM EST

A6: My goal (start small) is to have at least one S per day call parents with me to celebrate. #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

KathiSueSummers Feb 19 @ 11:59 PM EST

A6: My goal is to have more face 2 face mtgs with my online Ss. I want them to be successful in the online world. #OrEdChat

MsLaurenMertz Feb 19 @ 11:59 PM EST

Of course. It's really good. I am going to suggest PDC offer a book study on it over the summer. #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit

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