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lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hello! It's time for #1stchat. I'm Leka from Iowa. We are excited to have @jessicameacham as a guest moderator tonight!

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hello, everyone! It's time for #1stchat. I'm Jessica from beautiful Door County, WI. Please introduce yourselves! #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@lekadegroot do you ever to go the IA reading conference in June? #1stchat

kateyreynoldsk1 Apr 23 @ 8:03 PM EDT

#1stchat I'm katey, a kdg/1st grade teacher in omaha, nebraska

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:03 PM EDT

I have in the past. I know you present there! #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi, Katey. Glad you are here! #1stchat

In reply to @kateyreynoldsk1

Brianna8876148 Apr 23 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi everyone! This is my first Twitter chat! I am a 1st grade teacher in Michigan. #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Do you like teaching a split? #1stchat

In reply to @kateyreynoldsk1

Just_In_Kas Apr 23 @ 8:04 PM EDT

#1stchat I'm Kasey, a senior early elementary/special education major at York College of PA

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1: What do you do at the end of the year to get your classroom (and students) ready for summer? #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hi, Brianna! Welcome to #1stchat

In reply to @Brianna8876148

townsleyaj Apr 23 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Join us in about an hour for a discussion about #HOMEWORK! #IAedChat #MNlead #CowetaEdChat #Wischat #startRightnow #1stChat #tlap #sblchat

townsleyaj Apr 19 @ 9:28 AM EDT

Join the #IAedChat conversation this Sunday 4/23 at 8:00 PM CST as we take on "HOMEWORK"!

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Welcome to #1stchat Brianna! Glad you are joining us!

In reply to @Brianna8876148

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hi, Kasey - -welcome! #1stchat

In reply to @Just_In_Kas

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hi, Kasey! Welcome to #1stchat

In reply to @Just_In_Kas

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Happy Sunday! I'm Val from Michigan. Looking forward to discussing organization with guest-moderator @jessicameacham tonight. #1stchat

kateyreynoldsk1 Apr 23 @ 8:05 PM EDT

I am in a multi-age school. Taught 1st/2nd for 3 years, now k/1. It has its challenges, but I enjoy it! #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: I start talking abt "next year" -we spend so much time building our community, it's hard to think about moving on to a new year #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1 is on deck! #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1: What do you do at the end of the year to get your classroom (and students) ready for summer? #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Talking about the move to the next school year helps us to mentally prepare. I need it as much as my Ss need it! #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: I start talking abt "next year" -we spend so much time building our community, it's hard to think about moving on to a new year #1stchat

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:07 PM EDT

#1stchat Hello! Stephanie from Maine here!

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Purge, purge, purge! Organize, organize, organize! #1stchat

Brianna8876148 Apr 23 @ 8:08 PM EDT

I take my students to the local library and encourage them to join the summer reading program.I also encourage the use of math apps #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1 I starting collecting ideas for revamping my classroom. Already looking at new ideas for my classroom library. #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Apr 23 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Hi friends, Traci here from KS #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:08 PM EDT

I like to push the local summer reading challenges. Barnes and Nobel has one too! #1stchat

In reply to @Brianna8876148

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: When organizing and purging, I make a list in @evernote of supplies needed for BTS shopping #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Do you use Pinterest to curate ideas, links, and resources? #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: I'll have my kids help organize and clean stuff in our room. I've started a list of things I want to make add for next year #1stchat

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Hello #1stchat! Michelle from WI joining in! Thanks for moderating @jessicameacham !

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 Our focus now is to work like a second grader:) I am celebrating how far my students have come. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 I get my students set up for summer learning. Sending them home with bags of books to read over the summer. #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Hi, Michelle! Congrats on your Golden Apple award! #1stchat

In reply to @mflicek1

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:09 PM EDT

#1stchat I do the same. Mostly idea gathering and planning in the spring.

In reply to @valruckes

Woods1stgrade Apr 23 @ 8:09 PM EDT

We just had our field trip to the public library here too, I will continue to encourage parents to use that resource for summer #1stchat

Brianna8876148 Apr 23 @ 8:08 PM EDT

I take my students to the local library and encourage them to join the summer reading program.I also encourage the use of math apps #1stchat

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1:This will be one of my few years that I won't have to move classrooms. Looking forward to organizing a bit #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:10 PM EDT

You are so organized! #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham, @evernote

kateyreynoldsk1 Apr 23 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: as a multi-age teacher, I get half the class back the next year, so easy transition for kids.For myself? I organize like crazy! #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:10 PM EDT

They love to help clean and organize! #1stchat

In reply to @MrLee1stGrade

Just_In_Kas Apr 23 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 show the students how much they progressed from the beginning of the year to the end of the year #1stchat

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#1stchat I've been using Padlet, too, for ideas and websites. Have you tried it?

In reply to @jessicameacham, @valruckes

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:11 PM EDT

We spend a couple of days deep cleaning, too. Ss love it! #1stchat

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: I'll have my kids help organize and clean stuff in our room. I've started a list of things I want to make add for next year #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:11 PM EDT

I try to leverage technology as much as possible. Keeps me sane! (I think...!) #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @evernote

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:11 PM EDT

I've been visiting colleagues in my building and other buildings in district & taking pics of how they set up their libraries. #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

Woods1stgrade Apr 23 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A2: I found myself calling them 2nd graders a lot now & reminding them that the expectations are getting harder, but they are ready #1stchat

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Thank you so much! It has been such an amazing experience, but I owe it all to my fellow educators that help me grow each day! #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:11 PM EDT

What is your plan? #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes, @jessicameacham

kateyreynoldsk1 Apr 23 @ 8:11 PM EDT

I saw the barnes and nobel one! I plan to print out the calendar and send home with all students #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:08 PM EDT

I like to push the local summer reading challenges. Barnes and Nobel has one too! #1stchat
In reply to @Brianna8876148

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:11 PM EDT

My favorite thing is giving them their writing from BOY to EOY....they love to make observations about their growth! #1stchat

In reply to @Just_In_Kas

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jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Good idea! I have a message schedule in @BloomzApp for parents to let them know about it! #1stchat

In reply to @kateyreynoldsk1, @BloomzApp

Brianna8876148 Apr 23 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Yes, I agree! This is super important to show students how much they've grown and goals they've reached. #1stchat

In reply to @Just_In_Kas

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:12 PM EDT

I do that too! It's so important for them to see their growth. #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:11 PM EDT

My favorite thing is giving them their writing from BOY to EOY....they love to make observations about their growth! #1stchat
In reply to @Just_In_Kas

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Yes, please share! #1stchat We are going to be getting a ton of new class library books.

In reply to @lekadegroot, @valruckes, @jessicameacham

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:14 PM EDT

I've been working a lot this yr w/ personalized learning goals in writing. They love to see their "goals" drop off of their lists #1stchat

In reply to @Brianna8876148, @Just_In_Kas

guyonsmile Apr 23 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1: I like to have Ss reflect on the year. They choose a final project. One year it was a thank you video to their former Ts ❤️ #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Q2: What student or teacher routines do you establish in September (or throughout the year)? #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:15 PM EDT

What app or program do they use? #1stchat

In reply to @guyonsmile

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: September is all about building routines and expectations using CHAMPs @SafeCivilSchool & #PBIS #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Want MORE library books? Check this out! https://t.co/CnSQH6A95b #1stchat

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Yes, please share! #1stchat We are going to be getting a ton of new class library books.
In reply to @lekadegroot, @valruckes, @jessicameacham

guyonsmile Apr 23 @ 8:16 PM EDT

I've used iMovie the most for the final project, but they created the slides or video shorts on others like @PicCollage etc #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham, @PicCollage

Woods1stgrade Apr 23 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: I start with the morning routine of lunch, unpack, show me your binder, get started with morning tubs. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A1 I also give my students a survey about writing-their fave unit and least fave unit, what they found difficult & suggestions. #1stchat

kateyreynoldsk1 Apr 23 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: lining up, restrooms, behavioral expectations. My biggest one is practicing level 1 voice for purposeful play/literacy centers #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Q2 is on deck! #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Q2: What student or teacher routines do you establish in September (or throughout the year)? #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:17 PM EDT

I bet they teach the newbies to the class "how things are done" LOL #1stchat

In reply to @kateyreynoldsk1

Brianna8876148 Apr 23 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Building and establishing routines and building a classroom atmosphere #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Apr 23 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: routines are established and practiced the first few weeks of school, the practiced as we continue through the year. #1stchat

kateyreynoldsk1 Apr 23 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Yes! It makes setting expectations and classroom routines SO much easier in the fall! #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Awesome! Thanks for sharing! #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:16 PM EDT
Want MORE library books? Check this out! https://t.co/CnSQH6A95b #1stchat
- mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:13 PM EDT
  
  Yes, please share! #1stchat We are going to be getting a ton of new class library books.
  In reply to @lekadegroot, @valruckes, @jessicameacham

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: Lining up, bathroom, working as a group. There are so many for 1st graders! Review them throughout the year as needed. #1stchat

Just_In_Kas Apr 23 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: morning routines are one of the first things that should be gone over, as well as rules and expectations #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:19 PM EDT

I have to keep reminding myself "baby steps" - - hard when you remember where your last year's class was in May #1stchat

In reply to @MrLee1stGrade

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:20 PM EDT

#1stchat A2 We spend alot of time building a CR community, learning rules and expectations, and beginning to groups etc.

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Morning routines and end of the day routines are so important! #1stchat

In reply to @Just_In_Kas

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:20 PM EDT

"CR"? - tell us more! #1stchat

In reply to @StephSConnors

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 Getting to know each other, building a community, introducing growth mindset, getting into routines, building stamina #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 Building a safe classroom environment and making connections with students. #1stchat

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:21 PM EDT

#1stchat, should have said beginning to work in groups. LOL

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Do you use any @responsiveclass ideas? I love it! #1stchat

In reply to @MrLee1stGrade, @Just_In_Kas, @responsiveclass

guyonsmile Apr 23 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: I like to ask them how they like the learning space to look. How do they learn best and build from there #1stchat

kateyreynoldsk1 Apr 23 @ 8:21 PM EDT

It's like I forget every year! I get so used to end of kdg and 1st grade students, it is always a shock come new school year #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham, @MrLee1stGrade

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:22 PM EDT

#1stchat CR short for classroom, nothing special. Trying to mind the 140 characters!

In reply to @jessicameacham

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:22 PM EDT

I have to keep reminding myself too! I have changed some of my routines so much this year! #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

kateyreynoldsk1 Apr 23 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2: we also create a classroom contract with rules that students create and everyone signs #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2 Using thinking routines to help students make their thinking visible in all areas of the curriculum. #1stchat

giveawaynure Apr 23 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2: we also create a classroom contract with rules that students create and everyone signs #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:23 PM EDT

If you ever get a chance to take the CHAMPs class/read the bk, I highly rcmd it! Great resource 4 classroom routines and behavior #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: September is all about building routines and expectations using CHAMPs @SafeCivilSchool & #PBIS #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Ha! Thanks! #1stchat

In reply to @StephSConnors

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:23 PM EDT

#1stchat @responsiveclass is the best. When I spend the 1st six weeks using RC, it sets a positive, cohesive tone for the whole year.

In reply to @lekadegroot, @MrLee1stGrade, @Just_In_Kas, @responsiveclass, @responsiveclass

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT

I have used bits and pieces of the responsive classroom. #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @Just_In_Kas, @responsiveclass

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3: Papers and materials - how do you keep them under control so they don't overrun your classroom? #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT

We do CHAMPS. Helps students know what expectations are for each area of learning. #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT

#1stchat I do that, too. It makes a big difference when a wayward learner wants to do his/her own thing. But you promised to do....

In reply to @kateyreynoldsk1

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3 is on deck! #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3: Papers and materials - how do you keep them under control so they don't overrun your classroom? #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT

It's a great compliment to PBIS #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT

We call these our "Classroom Norms" #1stchat

In reply to @StephSConnors, @kateyreynoldsk1

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: Meet my three best friends - Tina, Mrs. Meacham's Mess, and Fix it Fred- #1stchat

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:26 PM EDT

#1stchat What's CHAMPS?

In reply to @valruckes, @jessicameacham

kateyreynoldsk1 Apr 23 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: EVERYTHING in my classroom is shared. All materials have a designated and labeled space. Ss use any as needed #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: Paper & materials get dealt with before I leave so I come into the classroom to a clean slate. #1stchat ImgSrc: https://t.co/M3I9EOmFbM

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: NO file cabinets for me! Rather I use bins for teacher resources. 98% of papers get scanned- digital copies preferred! #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3 I hold on to special projects & store them in a large bin. Then I put them on display at our EOY Open House/Ice Cream Social. #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Apr 23 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: I have a turn in basket, shared supplies, I have Mon-Fri drawers for my copies, I"m trying to use less paper when possible #1stchat

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#1stchat A3 I feel that this is a challenge for me. If I don't have the organizational structure in place, I get behind and buried in paper

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Q3 is on deck! #1stchat
- jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT
  
  Q3: Papers and materials - how do you keep them under control so they don't overrun your classroom? #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:28 PM EDT

I LOVE the idea of digital scanning... Where do you store all the scanned documents? #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: NO file cabinets for me! Rather I use bins for teacher resources. 98% of papers get scanned- digital copies preferred! #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Apr 23 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: I do have a crate with a file for each Ss where I save things i"m going to share or show Ps #1stchat

Brianna8876148 Apr 23 @ 8:28 PM EDT

I struggle with how to organize my math games.They have been collected from many resources.Do you organize my standard, unit, else? #1stchat

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:28 PM EDT

#1stchat How do Ss use Fix it Fred?

In reply to @jessicameacham

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: For WTW, I copy/cut roughly 4-5 wks worth of sorts at a time (groups change based on assessments) Love this multi pocket folder #1stchat

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:29 PM EDT

I have a set place for the students to turn in work. I have a place for my copies Mon-Fri. I keep almost all digital copies #1stchat

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Can you come and HELP ME!! You are so organized! Love it! #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

kateyreynoldsk1 Apr 23 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: I also do not use many worksheets, so even less to keep track of. No desks, so I keep writing folders, etc. #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Apr 23 @ 8:29 PM EDT

I went to standards then when curriculum changes I can still find things #1stchat

In reply to @Brianna8876148

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Your mess looks like my organized pile:) LOL #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Dropbox & Google Drive are my go to cloud storage sites. I used to have a pouch full of zip drives...but NO MORE #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:28 PM EDT
I LOVE the idea of digital scanning... Where do you store all the scanned documents? #1stchat
- jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:27 PM EDT
  
  A3: NO file cabinets for me! Rather I use bins for teacher resources. 98% of papers get scanned- digital copies preferred! #1stchat

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: In my cupboards I have containers and bins to organize hands on games that are in baggies #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3: The weekly WTW sort is distributed this way, so Ss can independently find what they need, as I'm teaching Guided Reading #1stchat

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#1stchat I do this, too. If Ss have to share things, they have more sense of social responsibility and community.

In reply to @kateyreynoldsk1

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:30 PM EDT

LOL....you should see it some days! My kids whisper in my ear, "someone needs to help Mrs. Meacham's mess" LOL #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:30 PM EDT

I use all Google Drive for my stuff from my current school. Dropbox for stuff from previous schools So easy to find stuff w/search #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Again, love this idea! #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:31 PM EDT

What part is overwhelming? #1stchat

In reply to @ManionJulie

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:31 PM EDT

TINA is our basket for all things that students turn in. I say, "Put it in Tina" #1stchat

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Tell me more about these.
In reply to @jessicameacham

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#1stchat No one better to lead this chat! I bow to you! LOL

In reply to @jessicameacham

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Awww...thanks! ((hugs)) - - I'm a bit OCD sometimes #1stchat

In reply to @StephSConnors

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:33 PM EDT

LOL! That's me too! So unorganized! Gotta work on it. #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @jessicameacham

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:33 PM EDT

It's a dream of mine to start a business helping Ts organize... #oneday #1stchat

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Can you come and HELP ME!! You are so organized! Love it! #1stchat
In reply to @jessicameacham

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Fix It Fred is the basket that houses all things broken. Staplers, books, classroom manipulatives, you name it #1stchat

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Tell me more about these.
In reply to @jessicameacham

kateyreynoldsk1 Apr 23 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3: I also team teach, so I have to make sure that my organizational plan matches my team teacher's! #1stchat

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:34 PM EDT

#1stchat Blog it baby! Ts with organizational challenges will flock to it for your pearls of wisdom!

In reply to @jessicameacham

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q4: What routines do you have for yourself to keep you on track and ready to start a new day/week of school? #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Proud to be Type B🤣🤣 #1stchat

In reply to @mflicek1, @jessicameacham

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q4 is on deck! #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q4: What routines do you have for yourself to keep you on track and ready to start a new day/week of school? #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4: I'm a BIG fan of using @evernote, Google Keep, Google Calendar, and Google Tasks to establish and maintain organization #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Q4 on the deck #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q4: What routines do you have for yourself to keep you on track and ready to start a new day/week of school? #1stchat

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:36 PM EDT

well you just let me know! #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

Woods1stgrade Apr 23 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4: I have to go in early to be alone before other Ts and Ss get there, on Mon. I plan for the following Mon etc. #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:36 PM EDT

I do blog! https://t.co/2X5SWDoT0G (sorry not trying to self promote) - but you can find more info on some of the things I share! #1stchat

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:34 PM EDT

#1stchat Blog it baby! Ts with organizational challenges will flock to it for your pearls of wisdom!
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lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Do you have a TPT store? #1stchat

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jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: You can have more than one google calendar! I have 10. One of them is our monthly meal plan that I share with my hubby! #1stchat

KLirenman Apr 23 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Here, late, but catching up and learning some tricks. #1stchat

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#1stchat A4 I have to check my calendar to plan ahead.

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valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4 Our first grade team meets weekly to do lesson planning and share ideas. #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:37 PM EDT

I do blog! https://t.co/ee0V3ylLVG (sorry not trying to self promote) - but you can find more info on some of the things I share! #1stchat

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:34 PM EDT

#1stchat Blog it baby! Ts with organizational challenges will flock to it for your pearls of wisdom!
In reply to @jessicameacham

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:37 PM EDT

WOW! I do want your monthly meal plan!! #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: I'm an early arrival everyday to make sure I'm ready for the day. I like to add events to Google Calendar so I remember them. #1stchat

KLirenman Apr 23 @ 8:37 PM EDT

But not even close to thinking about the end of the year yet! #1stchat

ManionJulie Apr 23 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A 4 students help me reset and clean up the room during last 15 minutes. #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A2: I plan for my prep time. It's a strategy that I started after taking the #40htw course by @Angela_Watson #1stchat

kateyreynoldsk1 Apr 23 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4: we create a long range plan on a Google calendar before year starts. It is set up week by week so that we always keep track #1stchat

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:38 PM EDT

I love Google Calendar for this reason! I have a special calendar for each subject. #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

Woods1stgrade Apr 23 @ 8:38 PM EDT

love our family sport calendar, we share with us and grandparents, #1stchat we all know when and where games are

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KLirenman Apr 23 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Impressive list. #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham, @evernote

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Yes! I was hesitant to use Ss #s so frequently, but my Ss know I love them and aren't offended by having a number #1stchat

In reply to @mflicek1

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A2: If you're not using Google Keep, I encourage you to look into the possibilities it holds! I use it for #1stchat

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:39 PM EDT

I have heard of the #40htw but haven't done it yet. I never thought about planning out prep times. #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham, @Angela_Watson

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:39 PM EDT

My husband rolled his eyes when I shared it at first...but now he has the hang of it! #mealplanning #sharedresponsibilities #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

KLirenman Apr 23 @ 8:40 PM EDT

My saving grace some days is that my students LOVE to be read to and i love sharing books with them. #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham, @lekadegroot, @evernote

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:40 PM EDT

This makes sense. Clever! #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A2: I plan for my prep time. It's a strategy that I started after taking the #40htw course by @Angela_Watson #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:40 PM EDT

It's revolutionized my life! (the class and the planning for my prep) #1stchat

In reply to @MrLee1stGrade, @Angela_Watson

KLirenman Apr 23 @ 8:40 PM EDT

They also love to read! #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham, @lekadegroot, @evernote

guyonsmile Apr 23 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4: I'm a Google Calendar fan. I check it often #1stchat

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Kidsmathtalk Apr 23 @ 8:40 PM EDT

I don't know what I would do w/o @googlecalendar I even have twitter chats scheduled #1stchat

Kidsmathtalk Apr 23 @ 8:41 PM EDT

I would love to have that flexibility back. Our team has weekly meetings but the topics are chosen for us #1stchat #notafan

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4 Our first grade team meets weekly to do lesson planning and share ideas. #1stchat

kateyreynoldsk1 Apr 23 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4: I live by my long range plans set during the summer before on hope calendar #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Apr 23 @ 8:42 PM EDT

my partner Ts and I have our lesson plans on a shared drive, so we can always see what each other is doing, & weekly plan time #1stchat

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:43 PM EDT

What type of topics are chosen for you? Is this considered your PLC time? #1stchat

In reply to @Kidsmathtalk

FuelGreatMinds Apr 23 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Do your students need practice with making at 10? #1stchat #mathchat #elemmathchat #math #fuelgreatminds https://t.co/p2sXgPnfoP

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Just got lost in your WTW blogpost! Gotta go back and try those ideas. #1stchat

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StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:43 PM EDT

#1stchat That is a great idea!

In reply to @Woods1stgrade

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Mine too! I say, "Postcard ready!" or "Fix ___ things and meet me ____." #1stchat

In reply to @ManionJulie

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:44 PM EDT

I like this idea! Do you keep the same long range plans from year to year or start from scratch? #1stchat

In reply to @kateyreynoldsk1

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@jessicameacham What does your planning book look like? What do you use? #1stchat

Kidsmathtalk Apr 23 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Yes this is PLC time each week. Behavior and SRSS forms and MTSS forms have taken a great chunk of time this year. #1stchat

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:43 PM EDT

What type of topics are chosen for you? Is this considered your PLC time? #1stchat
In reply to @Kidsmathtalk

guyonsmile Apr 23 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Me too! #1stchat

In reply to @Kidsmathtalk, @googlecalendar

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q5: What do you do before school starts to get yourself, your students, and your classroom ready? #1stchat

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Are the SRSS and MTSS forms specific to your school or state? #1stchat

In reply to @Kidsmathtalk

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q5 is on deck! #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q5: What do you do before school starts to get yourself, your students, and your classroom ready? #1stchat

Kidsmathtalk Apr 23 @ 8:45 PM EDT

ELA has been topic several times but it is focused on our IST time. Instructional Support Time=new initiative. #1stchat

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:43 PM EDT

What type of topics are chosen for you? Is this considered your PLC time? #1stchat
In reply to @Kidsmathtalk

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:45 PM EDT

What calendar app is this? #1stchat

In reply to @kateyreynoldsk1

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5: Locate/request books! I have a list of books I use consistently and refer to it often so I know where each books comes from #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Google Docs 4 lesson plans. I have several docs I pull from, but MOSTLY use observs/data to plan lessons https://t.co/B9qLPcDBgG #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

guyonsmile Apr 23 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5: I put the quote of the day on my board outside my classroom. It gets them thinking and hopefully smiling! #1stchat

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5: lots of labeling of items before, get supplies organized #1stchat

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5: We have some PD days in June to look at our units and make any changes/additions #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5: Design classroom space! I pull all things out of the room and start with a clean slate. #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Apr 23 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5:back to school folders with info for Ps, I set up all my take home binders, making sight word flashcard etc. set up room in July #1stchat

Kidsmathtalk Apr 23 @ 8:47 PM EDT

MTSS =multi tiered systems of support so we documented plan of how we are intervening w/ ss who need it. Great in theory #1stchat

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Are the SRSS and MTSS forms specific to your school or state? #1stchat
In reply to @Kidsmathtalk

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:47 PM EDT

#1stchat A5 I come in early before everyone else, make copies, prep materials, make lists for myself, review what I need to do with Ss.

In reply to @valruckes

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5 I also like to work on getting myself ready! Get in check ups, workout "a lot" over the summer & try to focus on self & family. #1stchat

Kidsmathtalk Apr 23 @ 8:47 PM EDT

I know MTSS is state initiative not sure if process of execution is though #1stchat I'm in Mi

MrLee1stGrade Apr 23 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Are the SRSS and MTSS forms specific to your school or state? #1stchat
In reply to @Kidsmathtalk

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5: Purge, purge, purge & Organize, organize, organize - EVEN though I just did this a couple of months ago...I do it again! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Thanks for sharing! #1stchat Someday when I grow up, I want to be like you:)

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Google Docs 4 lesson plans. I have several docs I pull from, but MOSTLY use observs/data to plan lessons https://t.co/B9qLPcDBgG #1stchat
In reply to @lekadegroot

kateyreynoldsk1 Apr 23 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5: team teacher and I set up our beginning of the year purposeful play/ literacy centers #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Isn't it wonderful learning from one another?! I feel the same way about all of YOU! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:48 PM EDT
Thanks for sharing! #1stchat Someday when I grow up, I want to be like you:)
- jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:46 PM EDT
  
  Google Docs 4 lesson plans. I have several docs I pull from, but MOSTLY use observs/data to plan lessons https://t.co/B9qLPcDBgG #1stchat
  In reply to @lekadegroot

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5 Sometimes our team meets over the summer to do some planning and materials prep. #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5: Anyone do #flexibleseating w/out assigned S seating? How do you manage student supplies? #1stchat

KLirenman Apr 23 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Yes! The more I take on the more organized I get. Enough goes wrong that i can't control I need to organize what I can. #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham, @Angela_Watson

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5 I like to catch up on my professional reading over the summer. I try to learn and focus on something new each school year. #1stchat

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:50 PM EDT

#1stchat A5 Oh, this Q refers to the summer, not the morning!

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mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:50 PM EDT

I mean, seriously! You are a genius! I use Google Docs for lesson plans, but like the Smartnotebook integration piece. #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham, @lekadegroot

Kidsmathtalk Apr 23 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A5: I go to conferences in other states over the summer #vacationandlearning #1stchat

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:50 PM EDT

#1stchat So important to recharge our own batteries in the summer!

In reply to @valruckes

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:51 PM EDT

That's another revolution I had during #40htw Why do it twice, when I can use something I've already done to make the plng easier? #1stchat

In reply to @mflicek1, @lekadegroot

Woods1stgrade Apr 23 @ 8:51 PM EDT

I do, supply tubs at each team, Ss pick their home spot each morning, but move all over during the day #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5: Anyone do #flexibleseating w/out assigned S seating? How do you manage student supplies? #1stchat

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:51 PM EDT

I do. I have cubbies for each Ss. They also have book buckets for ind reading and book bags for home reading. #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#1stchat I have a mix of tables and desks. Some Ss don't have desks. They all share materials. I have bins for folders etc..

In reply to @jessicameacham

Woods1stgrade Apr 23 @ 8:53 PM EDT

my Ss also have book boxes and a cubby for books #1stchat

In reply to @mflicek1, @jessicameacham

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Where do you get the quotes from? #1stchat I like this idea!

In reply to @guyonsmile

KLirenman Apr 23 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Yes! My kidlets have bins but I was just in a room where some supplies were shared, and others were in shared bins - two to a bin #1stchat.

In reply to @jessicameacham

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:54 PM EDT

#1stchat Do you ever have trouble with too much talking or not working?

In reply to @Woods1stgrade

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Q6: Final thoughts? Share favorite quotes, memes, books, sites, resources, etc! #1stchat

townsleyaj Apr 23 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Can’t wait to get this discussion started! Join #IAedChat in a few minutes! #MNlead #WisChat #SBLchat #1stChat

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Q6 I on deck! #1stchat

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Q6: Final thoughts? Share favorite quotes, memes, books, sites, resources, etc! #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Apr 23 @ 8:55 PM EDT

firsties love to talk, but we practice picking the right spot to do our best work, and I move them when needed to a better spot #1stchat

In reply to @StephSConnors

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Yes! But they know that if they are not working, they'll owe me time later. I simply say, "do it now, or later" #1stchat Later isn't fun!

In reply to @StephSConnors, @Woods1stgrade

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A6: I 💚 helping Ts harness the power of @evernote https://t.co/u3rIkBB5om & Google Tasks/Calendar/Keep https://t.co/skAepeew1G #1stchat

guyonsmile Apr 23 @ 8:56 PM EDT

I pick a word like 'compassion' and Google it with the word 'quote' - I choose them randomly from there. #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

mflicek1 Apr 23 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Great #1stchat tonight! Thanks again @jessicameacham I will def. be checking out your awesome blog posts! Have a great week all!

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#1stchat I say that, too! Nice to hear someone else saying it!

In reply to @jessicameacham, @Woods1stgrade

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:56 PM EDT

You too! #1stchat (it's my personal day tomorrow...I can relax the rest of the night)

In reply to @mflicek1

guyonsmile Apr 23 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6: I love using @Buncee for quotes, infographics, reflections, and more! #1stchat

StephSConnors Apr 23 @ 8:57 PM EDT

#1stchat Thanks everyone! Have a good week!

jessicameacham Apr 23 @ 8:58 PM EDT

I want to know how to get the ENTIRE building on board with this! Too hard when there are only pockets here and there not doing HW #1stchat

townsleyaj Apr 23 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Can’t wait to get this discussion started! Join #IAedChat in a few minutes! #MNlead #WisChat #SBLchat #1stChat

valruckes - Moderator Apr 23 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Love this via @Vivgrant. #1stchat