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k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:30 PM EST

Welcome to tonight’s #K12ArtChat ! Hop on in & introduce your self & your favorite Elf giphy! #Funtimes

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Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:30 PM EST

Matt K-5 in TX, 1/2 of #TeamGrundler ready to kick up my heels & have some fun tonight! #K12ArtChat

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:31 PM EST

Hi it's Laura the Elf from Texas! -What's your favorite color? #K12ArtChat

LaurenWellArt Dec 14 @ 9:32 PM EST

Hi guys. Middle school art in Plano Texas. #k12ArtChat

k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:32 PM EST

We will be using the Q1/A1 format! Be sure to use #K12ArtChat at the end of your responses!

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:32 PM EST

glad you are here tonight Tasha! #K12ArtChat

TashaNewtonFC Dec 14 @ 9:32 PM EST

Tasha here #K12ArtChat

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:33 PM EST

I'm guessing there are some art teachers on the nice list ......#K12ArtChat who's out there? @joycschultz @ArtWithMrE @WallerArt

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:34 PM EST

Great minds think alike! #k12ArtChat

LaurenWellArt Dec 14 @ 9:32 PM EST

Hi guys. Middle school art in Plano Texas. #k12ArtChat

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:35 PM EST

So glad you are here tonight @timneedles #K12ArtChat

k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:36 PM EST

Q1: Why is having fun so important as we wind down semester? #K12ArtChat

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:36 PM EST

Glad you took some time for elfin around tonight! @LaurenWellArt #K12ArtChat

shinebrite71 Dec 14 @ 9:36 PM EST

Don and uncle Eddie checking in:) #K12ArtChat

trevorabryan Dec 14 @ 9:36 PM EST

Trevor. Art teacher from NJ. Happy Holidays. Glad to be learning with you all tonight #k12artchat

joycschultz Dec 14 @ 9:36 PM EST

#K12ArtChat Joy in Little Rock My students are fill with the spirit!!! Got wonderful positive feedback on student surveys...we are doing wonderful things together.

timneedles - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:37 PM EST

Hey #K12ArtChat How's everyone? Can't believe this is already the last chat of the year!

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:37 PM EST

Rt.....Q1.....#K12ArtChat we'd love to have some of you #tlap friend chime in too! @jedikermit @TaraMartinEDU

k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:36 PM EST

Q1: Why is having fun so important as we wind down semester? #K12ArtChat

TashaNewtonFC Dec 14 @ 9:37 PM EST

A1: when you are enjoying yourself and more engaged in the learning process you are not going to learn anything if you don't want to be there. #K12ArtChat

art_inklings Dec 14 @ 9:37 PM EST

Hello, Barbara pk~ 5 art in cold & snowy RI joining in #k12artchat ☃️

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:37 PM EST

Thanks for joining us tonight! Don #K12ArtChat

In reply to @shinebrite71

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:37 PM EST

Where has the year gone! #k12Artchat

In reply to @timneedles

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:38 PM EST

Thanks for joining us tonight! #K12ArtChat

In reply to @trevorabryan

LaurenWellArt Dec 14 @ 9:38 PM EST

A1 show Ss that we can still have fun no matter what day it is. A day in the art classroom is the best day ever. #k12ArtChat

k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:36 PM EST

Q1: Why is having fun so important as we wind down semester? #K12ArtChat

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:38 PM EST

Glad to see you tonight! Thanks for joining us! #K12ArtChat

In reply to @joycschultz

TashaNewtonFC Dec 14 @ 9:38 PM EST

So sad I missed you last week @shinebrite71 #K12ArtChat

chepayne Dec 14 @ 9:39 PM EST

I’m in for holiday cheer from Carrollton, TX #k12artchat

trevorabryan Dec 14 @ 9:39 PM EST

A1 Joyful Learning is at the heart of engagement. Fun definitely can fuel joy. #k12artchat

susanrileyphoto Dec 14 @ 9:39 PM EST

#k12artchat You guys throw the best Elf parties! My husband's work holiday event is not nearly as entertaining right now. Though musical chairs is proving kind of fun...

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:39 PM EST

A1: Ss feel more relaxed and a willingness to try a bit more! #K12ArtChat #ADE

AssignmentHelpN Dec 14 @ 9:40 PM EST

How to get the Perfect Score for GRE https://t.co/TM2XcT7Mpj #dentonchat #K12artchat #TBookC #Gueri11aEd #ElemMathChat

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:40 PM EST

Thanks for hanging out with us tonight! #K12ArtChat

In reply to @art_inklings

timneedles - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:40 PM EST

A1 I think fun is always a classroom essential but it's important before the holidays because stress runs high in students & staff! #K12ArtChat

joycschultz Dec 14 @ 9:41 PM EST

#k12artchat A1 We need to remember we are so much more to each other than their educator...we are adults who care about them.

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:41 PM EST

A1: "A spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down" Fun and enjoyment just makes everything easier even this busy time of year! #K12ArtChat

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:41 PM EST

Glad to see you tonight, John! #K12ArtChat

In reply to @chepayne

k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:42 PM EST

Q2: Teaching is like fishing, you never know what you might pull from your Ss. What are some of your fav. fishing for fun Techn to use in the Clsrm? #K12ArtChat

shinebrite71 Dec 14 @ 9:42 PM EST

A1- to keep kids engaged and to keep our sanity at the same time! My kids have had a blast with making gifs this week. #K12ArtChat

trevorabryan Dec 14 @ 9:42 PM EST

A1 Joy and fun can help reach the hardest to reach students. Here is a blog post about it from #4ocf titled, Joy is an Intervention: https://t.co/Fat8PbKnfZ #k12artchat

trevorabryan Dec 14 @ 9:43 PM EST

A2 Choice. #k12artchat

joycschultz Dec 14 @ 9:44 PM EST

#k12artchat A2 I have enjoyed hearing my students communicate and support each other face to face. The positive reinforcement has been spreading.

TashaNewtonFC Dec 14 @ 9:45 PM EST

A2. Introducing new mediums #k12artchat

k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:46 PM EST

Like what others are saying? Follow them & grow that PLN! #K12ArtChat

alzaccariello Dec 14 @ 9:46 PM EST

A2 handmade ceramic ornaments and listening to Christmas music has been a fun change of pace #k12artchat #alcbadteacher

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:46 PM EST

A2: The relationships with students lead to fun and interesting conversations while they are working on their projects, I have always loved the unstructured times when I can learn more about them #K12ArtChat

joycschultz Dec 14 @ 9:47 PM EST

#K12ArtChat A2 Choice and Student Directed Learning was #1 expressed by my students feedback surveys.

k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:48 PM EST

Q3: When you are feeling tied up w/ feeling all the stuff you have to accomplish, how do you untie from the stress of the day? #K12ArtChat

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:48 PM EST

A2: Challenges are good too! It shows Ss that you are not packing up yet. (Even though inside you might be) #K12ArtChat

timneedles - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:48 PM EST

A2 We have fun playing @quizlet Live art history edition in class, drawing offbeat sketchbook challenges & occasionally singing & dancing! #K12ArtChat

shinebrite71 Dec 14 @ 9:48 PM EST

A2- teamwork and collab opportunities. Tap into the social energy #K12ArtChat

joycschultz Dec 14 @ 9:49 PM EST

#k12ArtChat A3 I create.

trevorabryan Dec 14 @ 9:49 PM EST

Choice changed my students level of joy AND my level of joy. Brought spirit and meaningful exploration to my art room #K12artchat

joycschultz Dec 14 @ 9:47 PM EST

#K12ArtChat A2 Choice and Student Directed Learning was #1 expressed by my students feedback surveys.

alzaccariello Dec 14 @ 9:49 PM EST

A1 as the days are shorter and the weather gets colder, up north , fun can lift the spirits #k12artchat #alcbadteacher

TashaNewtonFC Dec 14 @ 9:49 PM EST

A3. Paint and snuggles! #K12ArtChat

LaurenWellArt Dec 14 @ 9:49 PM EST

A2 sitting at the tables and working with Ss. You then can build relationships with them. It all starts with a simple conversation #k12artchat

k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:42 PM EST

Q2: Teaching is like fishing, you never know what you might pull from your Ss. What are some of your fav. fishing for fun Techn to use in the Clsrm? #K12ArtChat

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:50 PM EST

Shout out to @EvansArtHouse @ClarkPris for this end of semester ES & MS student collaboration #totalengagement #pisdcreatesart #k12ArtChat

art_inklings Dec 14 @ 9:50 PM EST

A1 When you let your guard down under the guise of having fun you let your guard down and take more risks… #k12artchat

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:51 PM EST

Great Point!!! #K12ArtChat

In reply to @art_inklings

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:51 PM EST

My 4th grs this week, trying to design their own furniture w/ purpose using @MorphiApp & @NorvaNivelUS #K12ArtChat

shinebrite71 Dec 14 @ 9:51 PM EST

A3- catching up on district paperwork #k12artchat

timneedles - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:51 PM EST

A3 After a tough week teaching I like to de-stress with kittens #K12ArtChat

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:52 PM EST

A3: I love it when our family can sit down without tech, say prayer and eat dinner together! #stressrelief #K12ArtChat

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:52 PM EST

HA HA! #K12ArtChat

In reply to @shinebrite71

k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:53 PM EST

Don’t be Grumpy! Question 4 is coming up in just a moment! #K12ArtChat

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:53 PM EST

Those are my favorite convos! #K12ArtChat

In reply to @TashaNewtonFC

k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:54 PM EST

Q4: Stress can make us grumpy, how do you battle back & bring fun into clsrm? #K12ArtChat

smARTisteacher Dec 14 @ 9:54 PM EST

Popping in for a bit of fun!!! #k12ArtChat

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:54 PM EST

We must hang out sometime! we are so on the same sense of humor. #K12ArtChat

In reply to @shinebrite71

alzaccariello Dec 14 @ 9:54 PM EST

A3 my puppies. These two especially. They follow me around and give me lots of cuddles. #k12artchat #dogsarethebest

EduGladiators Dec 14 @ 9:55 PM EST

🎁 SATURDAY, #EduGladiators will finish our December series: 'Making an Impact' SATURDAY with CORE Warrior @PaulONeill1972 moderating! Last chat of 2017 so don't miss it! #AR4Learning #425chat #atplc #ChrisitanEducators #KatyISDChat #rethinkLA #EduAr #k12artchat #ditchbook

LaurenWellArt Dec 14 @ 9:55 PM EST

A3 first of all breathe. Secondly talk to somebody just to vent. And thirdly do something you like to do outside of work. #k12ArtChat

k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:48 PM EST

Q3: When you are feeling tied up w/ feeling all the stuff you have to accomplish, how do you untie from the stress of the day? #K12ArtChat

joycschultz Dec 14 @ 9:56 PM EST

#k12artchat A4 I hosted a Culinary Art luncheon and we also had Christmas music and decorations filling the room.

art_inklings Dec 14 @ 9:57 PM EST

A3 I like riding my bike 🚴🏼‍♀️ #k12artchat

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:57 PM EST

A4: Singing and decorating make this time of year a lot less grumpy! #K12ArtChat

smARTisteacher Dec 14 @ 9:57 PM EST

A4: Christmas Crafts took the edge off of a stressful day! Fused glass ornaments. Our principal joined in on the fun too! #k12ArtChat

TashaNewtonFC Dec 14 @ 9:57 PM EST

A4. Nothing but a little Koo Koo Kangaroo toighten the mood! #K12ArtChat

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:57 PM EST

A4: NERF gun Battles! Way too much fun #K12ArtChat

alzaccariello Dec 14 @ 9:58 PM EST

A4 upbeat music. Singing and dancing. #k12artchat

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 9:59 PM EST

That is too sad! So we Just “buy them for our son” Then everyone has one! #K12ArtChat

In reply to @TashaNewtonFC

k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 10:00 PM EST

Q5: Some people feel that fun is too sweet, like eating sugar. How do you find balance of fun & meaningful learning? #K12ArtChat

WallerArt Dec 14 @ 10:00 PM EST

Kerri- 6-8 from GA. I'M SO LATE #k12artchat

timneedles - Moderator Dec 14 @ 10:00 PM EST

A4 I always love 8bit animation, doodling & zentangles in class before the holidays to help students relax & de-stress #K12ArtChat

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 10:00 PM EST

These are SOOOO PRETTYY! #K12ArtChat

In reply to @smARTisteacher

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

A5: Balance of Candy,Candy corn,Candt canes …… #K12ArtChat

TashaNewtonFC Dec 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

A5. Always help to ground students with a little #mindfullness #K12ArtChat

art_inklings Dec 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

A4 I blinged out my art cart today with tinsel and lights, the kids were all laughing #k12artchat

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

Yoga? Any really good techniques? #mindfulness #K12ArtChat

In reply to @TashaNewtonFC

k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 10:02 PM EST

Like what others are saying? Follow them & grow that PLN! #K12ArtChat

WallerArt Dec 14 @ 10:02 PM EST

A1: It is way to easy to get stressed this time of year. Modeling behavior that shows students it is okay to have fun in the classroom can break down walls with students and help build connections. #K12artchat

joycschultz Dec 14 @ 10:02 PM EST

#K12artchat #culinaryarts food makes teenagers happy- bring culture into their lives.

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 10:02 PM EST

so glad you are joining us tonight! #K12ArtChat

In reply to @WallerArt

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

A5: Balance- Ss have to know the boundaries, we still have a mission to accomplish but teach them to do find the fun in the mission #K12ArtChat

shinebrite71 Dec 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

A3 continued- getting out to see music! Cake this weekend:) https://t.co/ZmERMhyGly #k12artchat

WallerArt Dec 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

A2- I LOVE giving kids brain breaks during longer projects. Just taking a day, 1/2 a day, or just a few minutes to do something different helps them have fun and get back on track. #K12ArtChat

k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 10:06 PM EST

Q6: The break is right around the corner! Tell us how you are going to JAM out? #K12ArtChat

WallerArt Dec 14 @ 10:07 PM EST

A3: I am still trying to find the time to unwind. It is so hard to do this time of year! #k12artchat

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 10:07 PM EST

A6: I'm going to Chill in the house with the family ck out a few movies and finally finish Season 2 of #stangerthings #K12ArtChat

In reply to @k12artchat

Artguy76 - Moderator Dec 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

A6: Rock ’n Roll all night & Party every day! also called Sleeping a lot! #K12ArtChat

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

Make sure you take care and don't over do it - gotta stay well so you don't get sick over break #K12ArtChat

In reply to @WallerArt

smARTisteacher Dec 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

A6: Downtime with the family is my jam! Hoping to get some canvas time too! Commissions are stacking up! #k12ArtChat

shinebrite71 Dec 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

A5- maintaining structure and respect in class. Our Zamorano way - be respectful. Be responsible. Be safe. #k12artchat

GrundlerArt - Moderator Dec 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

When kids and dogs don't wake us up before 7am #reallife #parenting #grownup #K12Artchat

In reply to @Artguy76

WallerArt Dec 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

A4- I am a goof ball. I dance, sing, and joke around with the kids. The more relaxed and easy going I try to be- the better the atmosphere for the kids. #K12ArtChat

k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 10:10 PM EST

We're taking a little break but we'll be back in the New Year! Until then we wish you the happiest of holiday seasons! #bestplnever #K12ArtChat

timneedles - Moderator Dec 14 @ 10:11 PM EST

A5 Fun in the classroom can happen alongside meaningful learning, just avoid busywork because it kills the creativity! #K12ArtChat

WallerArt Dec 14 @ 10:12 PM EST

A5- I tie everything back to learning target or main idea of the lesson- OR I have open discussions with kids about how different activities can relate to the engineering and design process. #k12artchat

k12artchat - Moderator Dec 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

#K12ArtChat starts up again on Jan 4 w/ an awesome line up of hosts that will also be presenting at #connectivity18