#CaringClassroom Archive

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Welcome to the #CaringClassroom Chat! Tonight's topic is: Building Positive Teacher-Student Relationships.

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT

My name is Tracy Dolezsar-Glarvin and I'll be your moderator this evening. #caringclassroom

participatechat Mar 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT

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DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Q1: #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A1: mutual respect, caring conversations, safety and security, responsibility, reason #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Q1: #caringclassroom

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A1: Respect, love, kindness, teacher is not a buddy, but a mentor of sorts, a pseudo parent if you will #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Welcome Maury! #caringclassroom

In reply to @themaurywood

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Maury from Tennessee ELA 6th grade #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Yes! Friendly but not a friend. #caringclassroom

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A1: Respect, love, kindness, teacher is not a buddy, but a mentor of sorts, a pseudo parent if you will #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Q2: #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A2: getting to know students, finding out their interests, spending time with them, being kind, welcoming, encouraging #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Q2: #caringclassroom

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A2: First day, set the precedent. Also, nicely lay the law down. Easier to loosen up than it is to regain control. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Absolutely! Classroom management is a key part of creating positive relationships. #caringclassroom

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A2: First day, set the precedent. Also, nicely lay the law down. Easier to loosen up than it is to regain control. #caringclassroom

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A2: Be fair, my Ss know that I am fair. They appreciate that I am also transparent. I tell them what I can. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT

For sure! #caringclassroom

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A2: Be fair, my Ss know that I am fair. They appreciate that I am also transparent. I tell them what I can. #caringclassroom

KathiSueSummers Mar 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT

My Ss told me that I live by the 3 F's. Firm Flexible Fair. #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Mar 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A2: It starts on day 1 showing genuine interests in your Ss. #caringclassroom

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A2: I tell them that from 8-3 I am like their daddy. They feel safe and cared for. Begins good foundation for learning #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Hi KathiSue! Glad you could join us! #caringclassroom

In reply to @KathiSueSummers

theedpodcast Mar 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Joining late. Shane from AB, Canada. Teacher of ELA, Drama and Film Studies. Also a dedicated podcaster. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Good words to teach by . . . #caringclassroom

KathiSueSummers Mar 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT

My Ss told me that I live by the 3 F's. Firm Flexible Fair. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Welcome Eric! #caringclassroom

theedpodcast Mar 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT

2 things: find common interests; be real. See @english_maven for great thoughts on this. #caringclassroom

In reply to @english_maven

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Yes! #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Mar 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A2: It starts on day 1 showing genuine interests in your Ss. #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Mar 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A2: I greet my Ss in the halls. Tell them I'm excited to have them in my class and send positive emails home. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Welcome to the #caringclassroom chat Shane!

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Q3: #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Good ideas! #caringclassroom

theedpodcast Mar 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT

2 things: find common interests; be real. See @english_maven for great thoughts on this. #caringclassroom
In reply to @english_maven

juliegmarshall Mar 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2: get to know Ss likes and interests beginning day 1. Weekly teambuilding with students #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Great ideas! #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Mar 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A2: I greet my Ss in the halls. Tell them I'm excited to have them in my class and send positive emails home. #caringclassroom

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A2: We take care of each other. They take care of each other. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A3: improved learning, feeling cared for and appreciated, positive learning environment #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Q3: #caringclassroom

theedpodcast Mar 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A3: students feel safe; they have someone to share their lives with. It's a window into personal and academic lives. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:15 PM EDT

HI Julie! Glad you could join us tonight! #caringclassroom

andrewmead73 Mar 19 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Can I throw in another F word? Fun... #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT
Good words to teach by . . . #caringclassroom
- KathiSueSummers Mar 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT
  
  My Ss told me that I live by the 3 F's. Firm Flexible Fair. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Yes!! #caringclassroom

juliegmarshall Mar 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2: get to know Ss likes and interests beginning day 1. Weekly teambuilding with students #CaringClassroom

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A3: They will walk through fire for a T. My Ss take on my personality. We have to be the best. They feel an obligation. #caringclassroom

KathiSueSummers Mar 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A3: Less stress and another person that supports. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Exactly! Makes for a positive classroom environment - like a family. #caringclassroom

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A2: We take care of each other. They take care of each other. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT

For sure!! #caringclassroom

theedpodcast Mar 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A3: students feel safe; they have someone to share their lives with. It's a window into personal and academic lives. #caringclassroom

theedpodcast Mar 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A1: (getting caught up): familiarity and trust. S's are less likely to work for someone who they don't know or care about. #caringclassroom

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A3: They trust telling things that are important. Have had more than 1 S tell me something that was going on outside school #caringclassroom

juliegmarshall Mar 19 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A3: students learn to trust you and themselves and if they know you care they will do anything to please #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:17 PM EDT

So true! #caringclassroom

theedpodcast Mar 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A1: (getting caught up): familiarity and trust. S's are less likely to work for someone who they don't know or care about. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Agreed! #caringclassroom

juliegmarshall Mar 19 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A3: students learn to trust you and themselves and if they know you care they will do anything to please #CaringClassroom

mr_hayes Mar 19 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A3: Ss are free to take risks in class and are not afraid to tell you when they are going through something at home. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Q4: #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Yes, feeling that security from your teacher makes a big difference. #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Mar 19 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A3: Ss are free to take risks in class and are not afraid to tell you when they are going through something at home. #caringclassroom

KathiSueSummers Mar 19 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A4: New life-long relationships. #CaringClassroom

juliegmarshall Mar 19 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A3: for some Ss the teacher is the only positive person in their life. They need someone to care about them as a person #CaringClassroom

DennisDill Mar 19 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A4 Positive student-teacher relationships last long after they leave your classroom. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A4: improved classroom management, improved learning, more time to teach (instead of dealing with behaviour) #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Q4: #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Absolutely!! #caringclassroom

KathiSueSummers Mar 19 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A4: New life-long relationships. #CaringClassroom

theedpodcast Mar 19 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A4: good rel'ps put positive pressure on being a better T. I'll working harder when I know / love who I'm working for. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:21 PM EDT

I agree! #caringclassroom

juliegmarshall Mar 19 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A3: for some Ss the teacher is the only positive person in their life. They need someone to care about them as a person #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Yes they do. #caringclassroom

DennisDill Mar 19 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A4 Positive student-teacher relationships last long after they leave your classroom. #caringclassroom

juliegmarshall Mar 19 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A4: the obvious answer is better classroom management but there is so much more! Watching them blossom and mature #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Good point! #caringclassroom

theedpodcast Mar 19 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A4: good rel'ps put positive pressure on being a better T. I'll working harder when I know / love who I'm working for. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:22 PM EDT

You are so right! #caringclassroom

juliegmarshall Mar 19 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A4: the obvious answer is better classroom management but there is so much more! Watching them blossom and mature #CaringClassroom

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A4: You want to come to work each day. I worked at a place before and had to give myself a pep talk each morning. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Q5: #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Mar 19 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A4: Very few office referrals, students that are more engaged, and a real connection to your students. #caringclassroom

juliegmarshall Mar 19 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A4: relationships put the focus on why most of us joined education...kids #CaringClassroom

KathiSueSummers Mar 19 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Just about an hour away from our chat. Come join us. #OrEdChat #kidsdeserveit #caringclassroom @hmarrs24 @tishrich @awelcome

lmhawkhill Mar 19 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A4: Effective Teaching & Learning will provide Ss opportunities to grow &i increase Ss achievement. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Q4: #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:25 PM EDT

So true! #caringclassroom

lmhawkhill Mar 19 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A4: Effective Teaching & Learning will provide Ss opportunities to grow &i increase Ss achievement. #caringclassroom
- DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:19 PM EDT
  
  Q4: #caringclassroom

lmhawkhill Mar 19 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3: Ss know that s/he cares for me, understands me & can teach me! I MATTER! I CAN BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS CLASSROOM..#caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Q3: #caringclassroom

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A5: I am on spring break so... #caringclassroom

juliegmarshall Mar 19 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Q5: I have lunch with students once a week, greet kids at the door and in hallways, ask about their spring breaks #CaringClassroom

theedpodcast Mar 19 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A5: Gonna talk to Makael about videogames, Eliana about musical theatre, ask Faith how her ferret is doing, etc, etc... #caringclassroom

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A5: We are going to begin @flipgrid with multiple classrooms in California & New Jersey @theteachingjedi @sdtitmas #caringclassroom

In reply to @flipgrid, @theteachingjedi, @sdtitmas

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Q5: greeting all my students as they enter my classroom, meaningful conversations w/ them each day #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Q5: #caringclassroom

juliegmarshall Mar 19 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Q5: I will also make it a point to give a "Ranger Shoutout" to students I see doing acts of kindness #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:30 PM EDT

Fantastic chat tonight everyone! Truly a caring group of educators! Have a great week and hope you can join us next week! #caringclassroom

lmhawkhill Mar 19 @ 10:30 PM EDT

A5: I will let them know this, I am glad you have decided to enter my classroom w/a POSITIVE mind & ATTITUDE!Let's do this! #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Q5: #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:30 PM EDT

Interesting . . . #caringclassroom

juliegmarshall Mar 19 @ 10:29 PM EDT

I asked kids if they liked their teachers greeting them by name recently...not one said no
In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:31 PM EDT

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DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:31 PM EDT

Love this! #caringclassroom

lmhawkhill Mar 19 @ 10:30 PM EDT
A5: I will let them know this, I am glad you have decided to enter my classroom w/a POSITIVE mind & ATTITUDE!Let's do this! #caringclassroom
- DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:24 PM EDT
  
  Q5: #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Mar 19 @ 10:31 PM EDT

A5: I will look for a different student and offer sincere praise. #caringclassroom

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:31 PM EDT

A5: I bought a WWE Champ belt to give to one S a day that shows me something special. I stole the idea. @SoperWritings #caringclassroom

lmhawkhill Mar 19 @ 10:32 PM EDT

A2: This RELATIONSHIP is based upon TRUST, being REAL, & GENUINE with the Ss. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Q2: #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:32 PM EDT

Absolutely!!! #caringclassroom

lmhawkhill Mar 19 @ 10:32 PM EDT
A2: This RELATIONSHIP is based upon TRUST, being REAL, & GENUINE with the Ss. #caringclassroom
- DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT
  
  Q2: #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Mar 19 @ 10:33 PM EDT

In two weeks, I give a presentation on cultivating empathy in the classroom, so I love participating in these chats. #caringclassroom

lmhawkhill Mar 19 @ 10:34 PM EDT

A1: TRUST, HONESTY, GENUINESS, REALISM, & POSITIVITY are some characteristics of a positive Ts-Ss RELATIONSHIP #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Q1: #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Mar 19 @ 10:34 PM EDT

Thanks @DolezsarGlarvin Always encouraging and much needed chat as Monday is right around the corner. #caringclassroom

In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:34 PM EDT

That's awesome! Empathy is such an important trait for our students to have. #caringclassroom

lmhawkhill Mar 19 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Thanks for an AMAZING chat. This is my word for 2017 - RELATIONSHIPS. I loved it! Until next time.....#caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT

My name is Tracy Dolezsar-Glarvin and I'll be your moderator this evening. #caringclassroom

theedpodcast Mar 19 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Thanks for a great chat alls. If anyone's interested, here's our relevant episode on T-S rel'ps. https://t.co/lEjOCD3lhZ #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Yes!!! #caringclassroom

lmhawkhill Mar 19 @ 10:34 PM EDT
A1: TRUST, HONESTY, GENUINESS, REALISM, & POSITIVITY are some characteristics of a positive Ts-Ss RELATIONSHIP #caringclassroom
- DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
  
  Q1: #caringclassroom

LemarrTreadwell Mar 19 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Hello #Caringclassroom PLN. Lemarr Treadwell, Fresno Ca on the sidelines tonight.

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:36 PM EDT

Thanks Lenette! Always happy to have you join us! #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:37 PM EDT

Thanks Shane! #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Mar 19 @ 10:37 PM EDT

Hi Lemarr! #caringclassroom

lmhawkhill Mar 19 @ 10:37 PM EDT

You are welcome! I love my PLN! #caringclassroom

In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin

mr_hayes Mar 19 @ 10:58 PM EDT

This is one of the bests ideas I have read in a while. A great way to show your Ss how important they are to you! #caringclassroom #edchat

themaurywood Mar 19 @ 10:44 PM EDT

A5: I write each of my Ss a letter prior to testing. Praising them and encouraging them. This year it will be 86 letters. #svtchat