#teacherfriends Archive

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Hello #TeacherFriends! I'm honored to be moderating tonight's chat! The questions focus on the themes in #LearnLAP: https://t.co/AeHEOqprQB

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:00 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends INTROS! Where are you? Your edu-role? New here? Need Twitter support? What can Ts do to encourage collaboration/leadership?

99Wyo Oct 17 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Hello #teacherfriends, I am Megan, K teacher from WY

mcarlson110 Oct 17 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Hi Mary fromVA. I teach 2nd #teacherfriends

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Hi #teacherfriends I’m Kristen! I teach K in Indpls & am the 2014 Nat’l Shell Science Teacher Award Recipient & PAEMST Recipient!

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends WELCOME! We are happy that you have found us! We enjoy each other's company and expanding our connections. Follow others!

BarbaraGruener Oct 17 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Howdy #teacherfriends from Barbara, school counselor, character coach, author of What's Under Your Cape? in TX. Got this as a gift today!

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I'm Paul Solarz, a 5th grade teacher from Arlington Heights, Illinois. #TeacherFriends

MrssmithOP220 Oct 17 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hey #TeacherFriends - This 2nd grade class @2ndCougars needs their 1,000 follower - please follow them!

maggieskinder Oct 17 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends Welcome to our sweet chat! We love helping our friends innovate, create and satisfy the need to learn. Maggie, co-mod here.

RitaWirtz Oct 17 @ 9:01 PM EDT

So beautiful, so true! You! #TeacherFriends

In reply to @KweezleQueen

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends My LUV is connecting the ARTS + literacy in an explosion of joy! I make school visits and create the day to your design!

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#teacherfriends Here is the prize form for tonight’s chat: https://t.co/nQsJR1GcSi

leannammorton Oct 17 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hello, Leanna from Wyoming. I haven’t read this book, but it is on my list. 😀 #TeacherFriends

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#teacherfriends You only need to fill out the prize form ONE time tonight during the entire chat to be entered to win prizes!

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi #teacherfriends Cindy from Delaware! Awesome to be here!!!

drmcgaughy Oct 17 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hello #TeacherFriends. I'm Jonna a kindergarten teacher from Georgia

BarbaraGruener Oct 17 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Debbie came to our school 4 years ago and energized our littles so beautifully with her music, pasison and joy! #teacherfriends

In reply to @KweezleQueen

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hello #teacherfriends !

mrsseibel5th Oct 17 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi, Shanda from Andover, Ks. 5th grade teacher #TeacherFriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:03 PM EDT

What a beautiful labor-of-love! #TeacherFriends connect on so many levels

BarbaraGruener Oct 17 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Howdy #teacherfriends from Barbara, school counselor, character coach, author of What's Under Your Cape? in TX. Got this as a gift today!

MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hello #teacherfriends! I teach 3rd in MA. Excited to join you this evening!

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hello #teacherfriends!! Here are the questions for our chat tonight!

BarbaraGruener Oct 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

#LearnLAP is a game-changer. When I Skype chatted w/ @PaulSolarz's 5th grade Ss, it was clear they walk his talk! #teacherfriends

In reply to @leannammorton, @PaulSolarz

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

I can't believe it has been that long ago! Time flies in this adventure called life! #TeacherFriends Memories!!!

BarbaraGruener Oct 17 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Debbie came to our school 4 years ago and energized our littles so beautifully with her music, pasison and joy! #teacherfriends
In reply to @KweezleQueen

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#teacherfriends @maggieskinder is giving away a copy of her Stamping & Forest Sensory Sets! Enter here: https://t.co/nQsJR1XNJQ

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - What can teachers do to encourage collaboration and leadership in their classroom? #TeacherFriends

LaRueKMurphy Oct 17 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hi LaRue here from Boca Raton, FL. High School Reading Coach. #TeacherFriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Thanks Barbara! So glad to chat with you tonight!!! Skyping with you really inspired me to create our KinderPals program! #TeacherFriends

In reply to @BarbaraGruener, @leannammorton

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends Q1: Collaboration doesn't happen between people who don't respect each other. How can we help Ss build strong relationships?

maggieskinder Oct 17 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends A1: Let it show that you are enthused and having a blast creating great learning for your Ss!

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:06 PM EDT

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PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - What can teachers do to encourage collaboration and leadership in their classroom? #TeacherFriends

MrssmithOP220 Oct 17 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1 Demonstrate - Demonstrate- Demonstrate! #TeacherFriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - What can teachers do to encourage collaboration and leadership in their classroom? #TeacherFriends

BarbaraGruener Oct 17 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: Ts can empower and equip their learners to lead by showing them the way then getting out of the way! Give Ss permission. #teacherfriends

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: #teacherfriends I help my students learn respectful ways to agree and disagree with each other, helps to promote a positive relationship

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q1: Through interactive modeling & building a genuine relationship with our students! They need 2 c & exper a trusting rel #teacherfriends

maggieskinder Oct 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends A1: Place extreme importance on Ss helping each other! I take lots of photos featuring Ss collab.

KFUNdamentals Oct 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT

#teacherfriends Hello from Palma (KFUNdamentals) in my garden in Northern CA. Smoke is on and off. Who took a bite?

MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 Give Ss opportunities to work in groups, model & practice listening respectfully & how to respectfully disagree #teacherfriends

LaRueKMurphy Oct 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Be open-minded about the needs of the students and allow for accountable talk to take place in the classroom. #TeacherFriends

mrsseibel5th Oct 17 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: weekly leaders that the Ss vote on each week. class meetings, jobs Ss are "in charge" prefer for me to not step in #teacherfriends

maggieskinder Oct 17 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends A1: I feature a short video of a Hero Helper at the end of the day (caught Ss helping each other) with @Seesaw.

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:09 PM EDT

love this! #teacherfriends

In reply to @maggieskinder

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#teacherfriends @KweezleQueen is giving away a digital copy of Monster Spray! Enter here! https://t.co/nQsJR1GcSi

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 - Here is my "Peer Collaboration" page with links to blog posts I've written on the subject: https://t.co/0BvqwgSEoe #TeacherFriends

MrssmithOP220 Oct 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 Provide opportunities - all the time! Students are great teachers #TeacherFriends

MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q2 Model positive language. Praise effort. Celebrate teamwork and good sportsmanship #teacherfriends

wesaquje Oct 17 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: Explicit social skills lessons. Spend the time modelling the skills. We as teachers are facilitators of this process. #TeacherFriends

maggieskinder Oct 17 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends Here is a still from a video. Collab helpful writing. Love this!

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Welcome! We live right up the road in Vero Beach! #TeacherFriends need to meet in real life!

LaRueKMurphy Oct 17 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hi LaRue here from Boca Raton, FL. High School Reading Coach. #TeacherFriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Amen! #TeacherFriends

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PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Q2: Collaboration doesn't happen between people who don't respect each other. How can we help Ss build strong relationships? #TeacherFriends

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#teacherfriends This is a fantastic resource about collaboration! Thanks for sharing @PaulSolarz

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 - Here is my "Peer Collaboration" page with links to blog posts I've written on the subject: https://t.co/0BvqwgSEoe #TeacherFriends

RitaWirtz Oct 17 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q2: Collaboration is key, S to S, S to T & T to S. Mutual admiration Society. #TeacherFriends

In reply to @PaulSolarz

maggieskinder Oct 17 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends A2:Important to let Ss see you showing appreciation for the hard work Ss do.Invite Ss to compliment each other's work.

jetzfan34 Oct 17 @ 9:14 PM EDT

#teacherfriends Always trying to deal with stress & take care of myself! YOGA helps me to refocus.

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Stay safe my friend IRL, stay safe. I have been concerned for you. #TeacherFriends care.

KFUNdamentals Oct 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT

#teacherfriends Hello from Palma (KFUNdamentals) in my garden in Northern CA. Smoke is on and off. Who took a bite?

RitaWirtz Oct 17 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Such an important Q for us. TY! #TeacherFriends

In reply to @KweezleQueen

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#teacherfriends @PaulSolarz is giving away a SIGNED COPY of his book "Learn like a Pirate"!!!! Enter at: https://t.co/nQsJR1XNJQ

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#teacherfriends @kindergatorss is giving away a “Winner’s Choice” from her TPT store! Enter here: https://t.co/nQsJR1GcSi

LaRueKMurphy Oct 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: Model what respect looks like and role play the do’s and dont’s. #TeacherFriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT

So happy to have you join us at #TeacherFriends TY for the specific example! (I just followed you)

mrsseibel5th Oct 17 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: weekly leaders that the Ss vote on each week. class meetings, jobs Ss are "in charge" prefer for me to not step in #teacherfriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 - Many students need help building relationships. Many have had bad experiences in the past. Here are some suggestions: #TeacherFriends

MrssmithOP220 Oct 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 Continually practice good conversation skills - ok to disagree not ok to disrespect #TeacherFriends

RitaWirtz Oct 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Model it! #TeacherFriends

In reply to @PaulSolarz

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends Q2: What harm can competition cause to a collaborative classroom? What can be done to integrate competition successfully?

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends LUV to open new tabs to check out resources!! Thanks for multiple links!

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 - Here is my "Peer Collaboration" page with links to blog posts I've written on the subject: https://t.co/0BvqwgSEoe #TeacherFriends

mrssmithingr3 Oct 17 @ 9:16 PM EDT

I'm here! Melissa. 3rd in Wisconsin. #TeacherFriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Q2: Ts must make compet about learning not about whos better. classroom environment will det how competition affects the Ss #teacherfriends

mrsseibel5th Oct 17 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: When we have a problem we discuss as class. Show respect and model behavior expected. #teacherfriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:17 PM EDT

PRAISE! CELEBRATE! MODEL! All of the reminders that cost nothing 'extra' here at #TeacherFriends

MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q2 Model positive language. Praise effort. Celebrate teamwork and good sportsmanship #teacherfriends

BarbaraGruener Oct 17 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: We help Ss connect thru personality inventories, love languages, strength finders, self-awareness & #empathy builders. #teacherfriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Q2: Compet strains rel when they r handled incorrectly. Ss must b trained on behaviors & expectations bef a compet is done. #teacherfriends

sumrthyme Oct 17 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Hi y'y! MJ from South Carolina. This is my 41st year! I teach the sweeties in kindergarten. #teacherfriends

99Wyo Oct 17 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: we talk a lot about what good listening looks like. I model a lot also. #teacherfriends

mrssmithingr3 Oct 17 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A1: My web designer is always my leader when it comes to digital posts. My line leader makes a lot of classroom decisions. #TeacherFriends

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: Competition should only be done against oneself, otherwise it is detrimental in my opinion, especially in K. #teacherfriends

In reply to @KweezleQueen

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Q3: What harm can competition cause to a collaborative classroom? What can be done to integrate competition successfully? #TeacherFriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:19 PM EDT

You will love this book! It is amazing! @PaulSolarz is awesome! #teacherfriends

In reply to @leannammorton, @PaulSolarz

99Wyo Oct 17 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: Competition creates unnecessary strain on relationships. I see it when Ts start competing with each other. #teacherfriends

maggieskinder Oct 17 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends A2: We have friendly competition for small prizes to learn our sight word lists. Ss love competing to reinforce skill.

wesaquje Oct 17 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: There are always Ss that are more competitive than others. Praise behaviours that demonstrate teamwork! #TeacherFriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Luv the "lean in" sense of support in this photo at #TeacherFriends

maggieskinder Oct 17 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends Here is a still from a video. Collab helpful writing. Love this!

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#teacherfriends I’m giving my Ice Cream Election activity!! Enter here: https://t.co/nQsJR1XNJQ

LaRueKMurphy Oct 17 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2: Give praise when necessary. Positive feedback is alway best practice. #TeacherFriends

mrsseibel5th Oct 17 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Super proud and have been plugging all night. My Ss created every detail of a kindness project #theroadtokindness #teacherfriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:22 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends The role of social/emotional intelligence has never been more critical to our planet. Starts w relationships!

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 - Many students need help building relationships. Many have had bad experiences in the past. Here are some suggestions: #TeacherFriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Sorry about the question numbers not aligning tonight. I scheduled them wrong. Hope you'll all be able to figure it out! :) #TeacherFriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Welcome back to #TeacherFriends

mrssmithingr3 Oct 17 @ 9:16 PM EDT

I'm here! Melissa. 3rd in Wisconsin. #TeacherFriends

mrsseibel5th Oct 17 @ 9:23 PM EDT

their goal is to spread kindness and not hate on social media and in community #TeacherFriends https://t.co/4JGPCzunx8

bickd Oct 17 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Hi #TeacherFriends Sorry I'm late. My name is Dawn. I teach K-5 science in Indy.

MrssmithOP220 Oct 17 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2 competition is good & call it Doing Your Best! ❤️telling Ss "if I was a great baker would I be your teacher?" But I ❤️🍰#TeacherFriends

MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Q3 Students should compete w themselves to see their growth. Work together for a common goal. Celebrate successes of all #teacherfriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 - We win together as a team and lose together. I can compete to be my best without stepping on others to get there! #TeacherFriends

maggieskinder Oct 17 @ 9:24 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends So important to embrace this! Challenge self to do one more word, one more? Know it is appreciated and noticed.

MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Q3 Students should compete w themselves to see their growth. Work together for a common goal. Celebrate successes of all #teacherfriends

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:25 PM EDT

#teacherfriends @maggieskinder is giving away a copy of her Stamping & Forest Sensory Sets! Enter here: https://t.co/nQsJR1XNJQ

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Here are the questions again just in case you just joined us! #teacherfriends

RitaWirtz Oct 17 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Beautiful. Makes my heart so happy! #TeacherFriends

In reply to @maggieskinder

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:25 PM EDT

There is SUCH a need for Ts to support one another, and unfortunately I 'see' competition on the web/in the building. #TeacherFriends

99Wyo Oct 17 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: Competition creates unnecessary strain on relationships. I see it when Ts start competing with each other. #teacherfriends

mrsseibel5th Oct 17 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Borrowed from another teacher Miss 5th. Started a swag wall. Ss compete against themselves not each other. MY Ss LOVE it!! #TeacherFriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends Q3: Giving Ss CHOICE is important for so many reasons. What are some ways you give students choice in their day? Pics please

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Q4: Giving students CHOICE is important for so many reasons. What are some ways you give students choice in their day? #TeacherFriends

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#teacherfriends #neuraled @EburgTeachers

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 - We win together as a team and lose together. I can compete to be my best without stepping on others to get there! #TeacherFriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Do you have photos to share w your #TeacherFriends? We LUV to get inspired w visuals!

mrsseibel5th Oct 17 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Super proud and have been plugging all night. My Ss created every detail of a kindness project #theroadtokindness #teacherfriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q3: My Ss can choose what books r read during RTI, partners, seating, centers, materials used to complete activity #teacherfriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Everyone.... feel free to omit the # for the question and 'just' share from the heart..... We get it. #TeacherFriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Sorry about the question numbers not aligning tonight. I scheduled them wrong. Hope you'll all be able to figure it out! :) #TeacherFriends

MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4 Choice seating is something new I'm trying this year. #teacherfriends

mrsseibel5th Oct 17 @ 9:27 PM EDT

https://t.co/4JGPCzunx8 #teacherfriends @fligrid will be up tomorrow

In reply to @KweezleQueen

RitaWirtz Oct 17 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q3: Self selection so important! #TeacherFriends

In reply to @kindergatorss

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:27 PM EDT

My Ss compete but build something 2gether a puzzle or a LEGO set. When asked a ? The right ans gets 2 put the next piece on #teacherfriends

99Wyo Oct 17 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3: Giving S a choice gives them a sense of ownership. We have choice centers towards the end of the day. #teacherfriends

99Wyo Oct 17 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3: I have also let my Reading and Math classes choose where they want to sit during class time. #teacherfriends

MrssmithOP220 Oct 17 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Ss get to decide how to show their thinking-picture, number sentence or record! This S does all 3 #TeacherFriends https://t.co/lfOAyQodAj

LaRueKMurphy Oct 17 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4: Choose the rotation stations, tic tac toe grids, flexible seating #TeacherFriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:29 PM EDT

So glad to have your thoughts tonight at #TeacherFriends WELCOME! (I hope that you will follow lots of 'regulars'... you'll LUV us)

MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Q3 Students should compete w themselves to see their growth. Work together for a common goal. Celebrate successes of all #teacherfriends

MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:29 PM EDT

#geniushour is a great way to provide Ss w choice of topic, of how to demonstrate their learning & of how to share w peers #teacherfriends

bickd Oct 17 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Where do you get tic tac toe grids? They take me forever to make. #teacherfriends

In reply to @LaRueKMurphy

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:30 PM EDT

#teacherfriends @KweezleQueen is giving away a digital copy of Monster Spray! Enter here! https://t.co/nQsJR1GcSi

wesaquje Oct 17 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3: Literacy is one place where Ss can be provided with choice. I’m lucky to have a classroom library with several books. #TeacherFriends

drmcgaughy Oct 17 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: Choice in seating. #teacherfriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4: Choice is SO important for Ss, but I don't let them choose partners for work! I want them to build relationships w/all. #TeacherFriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Awesome! We have flexible seating (no assigned seats) & offer ball chairs, office chairs, opportunities to stand & work... #TeacherFriends

MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4 Choice seating is something new I'm trying this year. #teacherfriends

MrssmithOP220 Oct 17 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Give choice on how to leave a valuable comment #TeacherFriends

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4: reading books, activities after entry task (can do science table, challenge tub, read to self, or drawing the brain) #teacherfriends

RitaWirtz Oct 17 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Wobble seats great, too! #TeacherFriends

In reply to @PaulSolarz

maggieskinder Oct 17 @ 9:32 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends Same here @PaulSolarz I have groups that rotate through my seating choices who are mixed diff. each week. Working w all Ss

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4: Choice is SO important for Ss, but I don't let them choose partners for work! I want them to build relationships w/all. #TeacherFriends

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3: seating options, choice of reading places, choice at free choice :) #teacherfriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Q5: Leadership begins w/self-control & caring about our own actions/behaviors. How do you teach Ss empathy & self-control? #TeacherFriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

It is time for us to have an official chat #geniushour at #TeacherFriends It has been a VERY long time since that topic. Who wants to lead

MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:29 PM EDT

#geniushour is a great way to provide Ss w choice of topic, of how to demonstrate their learning & of how to share w peers #teacherfriends

mrssmithingr3 Oct 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4: Flexible Seating, I'm Done projects, weekly job choice, & let them decide what app they want to use for projects. #TeacherFriends

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

cute! #teacherfriends

MrssmithOP220 Oct 17 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Give choice on how to leave a valuable comment #TeacherFriends

RitaWirtz Oct 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Happy fall from the littlest of our littles! Two! #TeacherFriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I want to include this photo in my presentation for #NAEYC on Student Voice/Student Choice! #TeacherFriends

drmcgaughy Oct 17 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: Choice in seating. #teacherfriends

mrsseibel5th Oct 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Ss seating, I have reading tic-tac-toes @Flipgrid has been so much fun, #gmttc5 #teacherfriends https://t.co/ynDYxzTC5M

MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Fair cup often works well for me when choosing partners. #teacherfriends

In reply to @PaulSolarz, @fuzzlady77

drmcgaughy Oct 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Choice during our Daily 5 rotations. #teacherfriends

drmcgaughy May 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3: @BookCreatorApp is one of our options for Daily 5 Work on Writing. #TeacherFriends

RitaWirtz Oct 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Mentors. #TeacherFriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

For those who are interested, here are all of my Passion Time / #GeniusHour resources: https://t.co/pKNLT2Z5Gm #TeacherFriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT
It is time for us to have an official chat #geniushour at #TeacherFriends It has been a VERY long time since that topic. Who wants to lead
- MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:29 PM EDT
  
  #geniushour is a great way to provide Ss w choice of topic, of how to demonstrate their learning & of how to share w peers #teacherfriends

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT

#teacherfriends @kindergatorss is giving away a “Winner’s Choice” from her TPT store! Enter here: https://t.co/nQsJR1XNJQ

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT

#teacherfriends @PaulSolarz is giving away a SIGNED COPY of his book "Learn like a Pirate"!!!! Enter at: https://t.co/nQsJR1XNJQ

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A5: We do #RAOK, we learn about the brain #neuraled , we learn@ being bucket fillers, we role play &also discuss how we feel #teacherfriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Q5: Leadership begins w/self-control & caring about our own actions/behaviors. How do you teach Ss empathy & self-control? #TeacherFriends

leannammorton Oct 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A5) We sing a song we made up titled self control. It is something they beg to sing. #teacherfriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends Q4: Leadership begins w self-control & caring about your own actions/behaviors. How do you teach Ss empathy & self-control?

Toups_J Oct 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends. Missing this chat while I am in Bible college on Tuesday nights. #AlwaysBelieve #IWillReturn

MrssmithOP220 Oct 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Hey #TeacherFriends I will be doing a PD in your Pj's for @seesaw tomorrow on digital citizenship and blogs - https://t.co/bvCc8AjAUp

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q4: childrens lit is wonderful 2 teach empathy 2 Ss. Many amazing books! @ClassDojo has a wonderful video series on Empathy! #teacherfriends

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:37 PM EDT

I'm still looking for laundry baskets, my Ss are pretty tall :) #teacherfriends

In reply to @drmcgaughy

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Another great list of resources!! #GeniusHour #teacherfriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT
For those who are interested, here are all of my Passion Time / #GeniusHour resources: https://t.co/pKNLT2Z5Gm #TeacherFriends
- KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT
  
  It is time for us to have an official chat #geniushour at #TeacherFriends It has been a VERY long time since that topic. Who wants to lead
  
  MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:29 PM EDT
  
  #geniushour is a great way to provide Ss w choice of topic, of how to demonstrate their learning & of how to share w peers #teacherfriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Q4: here aare a few of the books I use to teach Empathy! #teacherfriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5: I teach Empathy & Self-Control through shared reading, @Peekapak, Classroom Meetings, & other Social-Emotional lessons. #TeacherFriends

LaRueKMurphy Oct 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5: A teacher teaches by the action. Have self-control, it will be contagious. #TeacherFriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

We miss you Jerry and are eager for your return to #TeacherFriends

Toups_J Oct 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends. Missing this chat while I am in Bible college on Tuesday nights. #AlwaysBelieve #IWillReturn

MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Read Be A Social Detective & My Mouth is A Volcano, then discuss how our actions make others feel. Define expected behaviors #teacherfriends

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:39 PM EDT

#teacherfriends student choice

MrssmithOP220 Oct 17 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Show them what empathy looks like - service projects, thinking of others and helping when you can #TeacherFriends

drmcgaughy Oct 17 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A5: Giving Ss opportunities in the classroom where they get to help others. #teacherfriends

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

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kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

love this #teacherfriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Q6: Why is it important to make an effort to provide opportunities for Ss to lead in the classroom? How can we start? #TeacherFriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5 - We've been reading Wonder since the start of the year & my students immediately understood the importance of empathy! #TeacherFriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Here is a great video for empathy https://t.co/Z5QarmpVBZ #teacherfriends

maggieskinder Oct 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends A6: I begin each day by choosing Ss to lead or be the T as we chant sight words and alphabet letters/sounds. They are indep.

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

There are sooooooo many regions of the US in need of 'support'.... now is a GREAT time for service projects #TeacherFriends

MrssmithOP220 Oct 17 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Show them what empathy looks like - service projects, thinking of others and helping when you can #TeacherFriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

My daughter and I just finished this book! It is awesome @PaulSolarz #teacherfriends

In reply to @PaulSolarz, @PaulSolarz

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Free choice time! #MakerSpace #teacherfriends #dramaticplay

leannammorton Oct 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Self control, we have to have have self control. I am the boss of what I say and do. Let’s have self control, TODAY! #TeacherFriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Please share it with us! My kiddos might enjoy that as well! :)
In reply to @leannammorton

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Cindy is the QUEEN of the 'visuals' and this one is AWESOME! #TeacherFriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

love this #teacherfriends

LaRueKMurphy Oct 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A6: Leading in the class will allow self-control, social skills and win win attitudes. #futureleaders #TeacherFriends

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A6: The Ss, even your hardest behaviorally, will rise to the challenge. And that makes for a great day! #teacherfriends

In reply to @PaulSolarz

drmcgaughy Oct 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

First graders at our school. #teacherfriends #huskychat

Mrswill23859927 Oct 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Our 1st graders wanted to help those in Houston effected by Hurricane Irma. School Supplies were taken to Williams ES. #huskychat

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Another tab to open at #TeacherFriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Here is a great video for empathy https://t.co/Z5QarmpVBZ #teacherfriends

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Saving to share! #teacherfriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Here is a great video for empathy https://t.co/Z5QarmpVBZ #teacherfriends

MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A6 Ss can share their thinking or show how they solved a problem. Hand them a dry-erase marker, sit back and let them go! #teacherfriends

MrssmithOP220 Oct 17 @ 9:43 PM EDT

We have a focus for the week-student choice "This week we will focus on giving compliments" #TeacherFriends

wesaquje Oct 17 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4: I like using videos that demonstrate empathy being used and having a classroom conversation to go with it. #TeacherFriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6 - I want my students to learn how to think for themselves, transfer their skills to new situations, and be confident! #TeacherFriends

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

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MrsShorr Oct 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Bummer, I have to run. Hate to leave #teacherfriends, but will catch up and read your great insights tomorrow! Thank you everyone!

maggieskinder Oct 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

#teacherfriends Let Ss take the lead. https://t.co/DFNeEWfdx9

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends Q5: Why is it important to make a conscious effort 2 provide opportunities for Ss 2 lead in the classroom? How can we start?

maggieskinder Oct 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends Have no fear...our chat will be archived on Storify this evening. :)

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q5: create roles for your students. Have them apply for jobs they would like to do in your classroom, #teacherfriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q7: Name some tasks you currently do that you know could be done by your students. Describe how you might enlist their help. #TeacherFriends

leannammorton Oct 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT

We talk about ownership of ourselves. We make choices in response to others. It is not ok to blame others for our actions. #TeacherFriends

leannammorton Oct 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT
Self control, we have to have have self control. I am the boss of what I say and do. Let’s have self control, TODAY! #TeacherFriends
- PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT
  
  Please share it with us! My kiddos might enjoy that as well! :)
  In reply to @leannammorton

LaRueKMurphy Oct 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A7: I would love for my students to conduct teacher walkthrough observations. Student opinions matter. #futureleaders #TeacherFriends

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A7: I let them do as much as possible. My former Ss still come back to help! :) recycling, handing out papers/supplies #teacherfriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT

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LaRueKMurphy Oct 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A7: I would love for my students to conduct teacher walkthrough observations. Student opinions matter. #futureleaders #TeacherFriends

bickd Oct 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Passing out supplies, picking up supplies #TeacherFriends

MrssmithOP220 Oct 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A7 Just enlisted Ss to be Math Ninjas(can answer simple questions during math) or Tech Titans(can answer tech ?s) w/o me! #TeacherFriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT

My kids already take attendance, run calendar time, pass out papers, stuff daily binders and hand them out and run snack #TeacherFriends

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT

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wesaquje Oct 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5: Providing Ss with opportunities to be a leader helps boost self-esteem and helps them to delve into risk-taking. #TeacherFriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Here are some jobs I talk about in "Learn Like a PIRATE:" #TeacherFriends

In reply to @kindergatorss

leannammorton Oct 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends I also want to give a shoutout to my coteacher! He has been a big part of this learning.

leannammorton Oct 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT
We talk about ownership of ourselves. We make choices in response to others. It is not ok to blame others for our actions. #TeacherFriends
- leannammorton Oct 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT
  
  Self control, we have to have have self control. I am the boss of what I say and do. Let’s have self control, TODAY! #TeacherFriends
  
  PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT
  
  Please share it with us! My kiddos might enjoy that as well! :)
  In reply to @leannammorton

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT

#teacherfriends Are you interested in being a future EduCelebrity during a November or December chat?? Tweet me for more information!

drmcgaughy Oct 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A7: I do a weekly digital audio newsletter for my Ps on @Seesaw. In the near future my Ss narrate the highlights. #teacherfriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends BONUS: What are the benefits of goal setting? How can Ss monitor their own progress? How can a goal setting program begin?

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT

#teacherfriends TY, TY, TY to all our @PaulSolarz for chatting with us tonight! We APPRECIATE YOU!!!

bickd Oct 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Tried using coop group roles and the Ss just fought over them. More frustrating than helpful #teacherfriends

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A7: attendance, magnet movers, pencil sharpeners, cleaners, organizers, fish feeders, mail getters, copy box drop offs 🤣 #teacherfriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Ss also keep track of their own data in their data binders and they will be doing student led conferences hopefully #TeacherFriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Love this quote about goals!!! #teacherfriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q6: I love goal setting with my kids. This gives them something to work for. They strive to meet their goal. Love this!! #teacherfriends

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

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kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

two more goal quotes that I love! #teacherfriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

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PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Don't forget about "Collaborative Responsibilities" - Jobs that aren't assigned, but done by everyone! #TeacherFriends

drmcgaughy Oct 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

So excited for this! #huskychat #teacherfriends

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

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KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

What a GREAT chat, our alignment was creative, we ALL received so much support + insight! TY for all your prep/inspiration #TeacherFriends

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT

#teacherfriends TY, TY, TY to all our @PaulSolarz for chatting with us tonight! We APPRECIATE YOU!!!

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q6: I have individual student data binders. They made bullseyes 4 their goals & written personal mission statements as well. #teacherfriends

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

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PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q8: My students set goals & monitor progress every week. What are the benefits of goal setting & how can it be done? #TeacherFriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

can I just say this chat is awesome tonight & it reflects what we as a school r doing! We r a leader in me school now! #teacherfriends

99Wyo Oct 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6: Setting goals gives Ss something to work towards. I have seen super improver walls where Ss track their progress #teacherfriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

For those interested in starting, here's how we do Mystery Skype in our classroom: https://t.co/2CCYRmXzVJ #TeacherFriends

In reply to @fuzzlady77

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

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kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

another goal quote #teacherfriends

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PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

For those interested in starting, here's how we do Mystery Skype in our classroom: https://t.co/2CCYRmXzVJ #TeacherFriends
In reply to @fuzzlady77

kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A8: By naming their goal they are setting up intention = success #TeacherFriends

In reply to @PaulSolarz

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

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fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Congrats @LaRueKMurphy You've won a prize from me! Tweet me for details! #teacherfriends

PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Honestly my pleasure! It's always great to chat with passionate educators! Wishing you all a wonderful rest of the week! #TeacherFriends

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT

#teacherfriends TY, TY, TY to all our @PaulSolarz for chatting with us tonight! We APPRECIATE YOU!!!

KweezleQueen Oct 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

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kinderkfoley Oct 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A8: By naming their goal they are setting up intention = success #TeacherFriends
In reply to @PaulSolarz

drmcgaughy Oct 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Next Monday, join in my school's #huskychat to talk Math Engagement. #teacherfriends

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:57 PM EDT

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PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:57 PM EDT

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PaulSolarz Oct 17 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Here are some of our Whole-Class goals my students came up with: #TeacherFriends

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:58 PM EDT

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CeciliaPortugal Oct 17 @ 9:58 PM EDT

#Teacherfriends I think I missed the chat. I'll try to make the next 1. Hubby sees his oncologist tmr. Praying 4 a good report.

fuzzlady77 Oct 17 @ 9:59 PM EDT

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kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:59 PM EDT

I would love to connect! Heres my info!! #teacherfriends

kindergatorss Oct 17 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thank you @PaulSolarz this was an awesome chat!!! #TeacherFriends