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AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:00 PM EST

Welcome! Tell us about you! What's your favorite holiday and why? #ksedchat

karalu79 Nov 14 @ 9:01 PM EST

Hi #ksedchat! Kara, HS Science T in SW KS. My favorite holiday is whatever is currently in season. What can I say? I love 'em all! lol

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:01 PM EST

Sharon Norden. 5th grade teacher in Derby, KS. I love Christmas because it reminds me of peace a child. #ksedchat

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

MrsWarren_RM121 Nov 14 @ 9:02 PM EST

Hey everyone! Kara from Hutchinson, 6th gr T! Favorite holiday is Christmas! #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:00 PM EST

Welcome! Tell us about you! What's your favorite holiday and why? #ksedchat

DHEPrincipal Nov 14 @ 9:02 PM EST

James Moffett, principal at Derby Hills Elementary in Derby, KS. Christmas is my absolute FAVORITE holiday. Food, fun and family! #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:02 PM EST

Hey #ksedchat. Tim, Frontenac, 5th grade. My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving. Turkey for me....Turkey for you....

kylabbaker Nov 14 @ 9:02 PM EST

Kyla, 2nd grade at Neodesha! Christmas! Everyone's spirit is up and you're surrounded by family and great food! #ksedchat

PeytonWydickRU Nov 14 @ 9:02 PM EST

Peyton Wydick. Pre-Service Elementary Teacher. My favorite holiday is Christmas because of my family traditions. #ksedchat

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

HendershotDavid Nov 14 @ 9:02 PM EST

Rocking kid but already preparing for #ksedchat 2nd, Valley Center. I love the winter holidays and gingerbread fun!

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:03 PM EST

Amanda, 3rd f/ Ness #usd303. My favorite holiday is Easter! #ksedchat

8to3withMrsV Nov 14 @ 9:03 PM EST

Hi #ksedchat! Ashleigh, 3rd grade in Hutchinson. My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving, I love the reflective practice of gratitude it brings!

MotherHays Nov 14 @ 9:03 PM EST

Kelli from Clay Center. Halloween is my favorite school holiday. It's great to see all the creative costumes--and it's FUN! #ksedchat

Woods1stgrade - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:03 PM EST

Traci here, first grade and I love the 4th of July #ksedchat

aboone_angie Nov 14 @ 9:03 PM EST

Angie Boone, ms sped teacher in Cheney. Halloween, wonderful memories of spending time with my dad! #ksedchat

misshaysteach Nov 14 @ 9:03 PM EST

Hi! Marah from MHK. 4th of July is my favorite holiday because of FIREWORKS! #silverbubbles #ksedchat

dwayneetaylor Nov 14 @ 9:04 PM EST

Dwayne Taylor, 1st Grade in Frontenac. Favorite holiday = Christmas (People are a little kinder to one another). #ksedchat

MrsWarren_RM121 Nov 14 @ 9:04 PM EST

it was so awesome! Loved every minute of it! #ksedchat

In reply to @mrvesco

mrskaufman1st Nov 14 @ 9:04 PM EST

Danae from Hesston-1st grade--Christmas..wonderful childhood memories #ksedchat

EHSMrsJ Nov 14 @ 9:04 PM EST

GIF game is strong tonight on #ksedchat! I'm Julie, HS ELA & K-12 tech integration. Def. T'giving b/c my (awesome) sis does all the work! 🍂

kbrenz74 Nov 14 @ 9:04 PM EST

Kris, West Franklin 6-12 Music. Is Opening Day considered a holiday????? #ksedchat

MrsSkyDavis Nov 14 @ 9:04 PM EST

Happy Monday! Sky from Phillipsburg K-2 SPED. My fav holiday is Christmas because I enjoy spending time with family #ksedchat

iammrsnix Nov 14 @ 9:05 PM EST

Intro: my fav holiday is Christmas because I LOVE giving presents & baking cookies & I have the world's prettiest xmas tree #ksedchat

blbrownlee Nov 14 @ 9:05 PM EST

Brenna Brownlee, 3rd grade T, Derby. Christmas is my favorite! Family, food, and traditions! #ksedchat

HendershotDavid Nov 14 @ 9:05 PM EST

Did you trick or treat with him? My father and I always did our best to scare. #ksedchat

In reply to @aboone_angie

KSTeacherMrE Nov 14 @ 9:05 PM EST

Jonathan from Salina @SouthCougars I really love #thanksgiving ! #ksedchat

In reply to @SouthCougars

lorenabaker27 Nov 14 @ 9:05 PM EST

Hello! Lorena, 6th grade Social Studies, Dodge City. My favorite holiday is Christmas. Food, family and fun during Christmas #ksedchat

JennyStoops Nov 14 @ 9:05 PM EST

Hi everyone! Jenny from Augusta, K-5 Rdg Specialist. My favorite holidays are Thanksgiving & Christmas. Nothing beats family time! #ksedchat

baugha Nov 14 @ 9:05 PM EST

April, Linn Elementary. K-5 #physed It's a tie between Christmas and 4th of July! #ksedchat

JesseEdiger Nov 14 @ 9:06 PM EST

Hello #ksedchat I'm a 4th grade teacher, so I love every holiday! Love the magic of every season with young minds!

1stGradeJourney Nov 14 @ 9:06 PM EST

Hey #ksedchat Ashley here from MHK, 1st grade, my favorite holiday is thanksgiving because turkey is wonderful!

MrsRJHill_RM109 Nov 14 @ 9:06 PM EST

Hey #KSedchat! Rachel, gr 3 T- in Hutchinson! And Christmas is one of my faves because of all the fun stuff you can teach through it!

terampy Nov 14 @ 9:06 PM EST

Tracy PittState-College of Ed. Thanksgiving! #ksedchat

HendershotDavid Nov 14 @ 9:06 PM EST

Is it K-State purple?! #ksedchat

In reply to @iammrsnix

lorenabaker27 Nov 14 @ 9:06 PM EST

Hello! Lorena, 6th grade Social Studies, Dodge City. My favorite holiday is Christmas because it's filled w family and food. #ksedchat

teachbleggett Nov 14 @ 9:07 PM EST

Hi everyone! I am Brandi, instructional coach #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:07 PM EST

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haileyhawk Nov 14 @ 9:05 PM EST

Hailey 2nd grade. Easter because Jesus rose from the dead and it's starting to get warm again!
In reply to @AmandaBuethe

iammrsnix Nov 14 @ 9:07 PM EST

Yo #ksedchat I'm Cassie Nix & I teach #digcit and #edtech in #Turner202Strong in KCK & I taught my kids to beatbox today!

MrsWarren_RM121 Nov 14 @ 9:08 PM EST

Welcome, to all of my Graber friends! #ksedchat

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:08 PM EST

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In reply to @blbrownlee

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:09 PM EST

Q1 is almost up! #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:10 PM EST

Q1 is up! Don't just limit yourself to fun arts and crafts. Do you do a service project or have any all-school traditions? #ksedchat

EduGladiators Nov 14 @ 9:10 PM EST

💡Don't miss the last #EduGladiators chat of the series focused on Curious Thinkers #tlap #usedchat #teacheredchat #pschat #ksedchat #colchat

massignmenthelp Nov 14 @ 9:10 PM EST

K-12 Education-Interesting Facts https://t.co/opLHhYEyzC #ksedchat #luthed #msmathchat #Sci4allSs #teacheredchat #tlap #tntechchat

misshaysteach Nov 14 @ 9:11 PM EST

A1 @1stGradeJourney started a classroom project to collect pairs of socks that morphed into a school service project! #sherocks #ksedchat

In reply to @1stGradeJourney

iammrsnix Nov 14 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1: Not much as a whole, but our student council is collecting donations for a therapy dog as a service project #ksedchat

MrsSkyDavis Nov 14 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1) Our school collects food for our local food pantry if we meet the goal we get 1/2 day off before Christmas #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:12 PM EST

I want to do a big project Mon and Tues before break...Any ideas? #ksedchat

mrskaufman1st Nov 14 @ 9:13 PM EST

I read @halseanderson book, Thank you Sarah and we read nonfiction text about turkeys! 🦃 #ksedchat

In reply to @halseanderson

lorenabaker27 Nov 14 @ 9:13 PM EST

it's been awhile! Glad I could drop in tonight! #ksedchat

In reply to @mrvesco

MrsSkyDavis Nov 14 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1 cont'd) Our K & 1st graders have a feast, all Ss bring something and they sit down and eat together, make decor, etc. #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1: Our district always has a turkey dinner for every student complete with pumpkin pie and dressing. #ksedchat

EHSMrsJ Nov 14 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1a: Here are some of our fave T'giving tech activities! https://t.co/6RA7kfTfAh #ksedchat

kylabbaker Nov 14 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1: New school this yr, but I would like to again instead of Ss secret Santa, collecting change for a cause of Ss choice! 🎅#ksedchat

iammrsnix Nov 14 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1: I personally will be celebrating the Thanksgiving holiday by camping out in Hot Springs, AK in our lovely camper! #ksedchat

rolandteach Nov 14 @ 9:14 PM EST

Hey everyone! Checking in late:/ #ksedchat

JennyStoops Nov 14 @ 9:14 PM EST

Thank you! It was great to meet you too. It was such an incredible weekend. #ksedchat #ecet2ks

In reply to @mrvesco

baugha Nov 14 @ 9:14 PM EST

Hello! Will I see you in Wichita this weekend? #ksedchat

In reply to @mrvesco

EHSMrsJ Nov 14 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1b: HS Ss discuss/sketch Tania Luna's awesome TED Talk about gratitude! https://t.co/htNnCf02Eg #ksedchat

perezhasclass Nov 14 @ 9:14 PM EST

Hi #ksedchat! Katie, education consultant @ESSDACK. My favorite holiday is Christmas...or Thanksgiving...or 4th of July...or May Day...or...

In reply to @ESSDACK

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1: I saw a @breakoutEDU has new game called "Turkey Trouble" that I am going to try next week. https://t.co/xDOYikVIAu #ksedchat

In reply to @breakoutEDU

JesseEdiger Nov 14 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1) Our 4th Graders do a "Rake & Run" to rake the leaves in the yards of our surrounding neighborhood. #kindnessiscontagious #ksedchat

AssignmentHelpN Nov 14 @ 9:15 PM EST

Classroom Teaching https://t.co/mtv0Sqx1yf #ksedchat #luthed #msmathchat #Sci4allSs #teacheredchat #tlap #tntechchat

karalu79 Nov 14 @ 9:15 PM EST

At previous schools, we've done food drives. At my current school, I don't think anything currently happens. Need to change that #ksedchat

misshaysteach Nov 14 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1 Last year, we had a staff potluck TG dinner the day before break...it was SO delicious #ksedchat

1stGradeJourney Nov 14 @ 9:15 PM EST

So I can't find or see the questions #ksedchat Can someone retweet it?

MotherHays Nov 14 @ 9:15 PM EST

Our first graders have a pancake feast. It is a memorable event for our kids. #baconislove #ksedchat

KSTeacherMrE Nov 14 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1: @SouthCougars LinkCrew started tradition five years ago of making sure everyone gets a thank you note before break. #ksedchat

In reply to @SouthCougars

blbrownlee Nov 14 @ 9:16 PM EST

A1. We are having a feast, S's invite family members, we eat together and S's share what they're thankful for! #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:16 PM EST

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HendershotDavid Nov 14 @ 9:16 PM EST

A1: We use https://t.co/nnAJQ7TVsm to compare life between the Wampanoag and Pilgrims. We do food drives as well! #ksedchat

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:16 PM EST

A1: This year we will do close reading about Thanksgiving & my 5th graders are begging for an are project. #ksedchat

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

MrsJJMath Nov 14 @ 9:16 PM EST

Hi! Judith, teaching Middle School Math is my love language #ksedchat

karalu79 Nov 14 @ 9:16 PM EST

A1: And my sci club kids want to organize a "Punkin Chunkin" event for next year. That will be awesome! #ksedchat

JennyStoops Nov 14 @ 9:17 PM EST

A1: Many of our 3-5 classrooms buddy up with the K-2 classes to do Thanksgiving centers and feasts together. #ksedchat

MotherHays Nov 14 @ 9:17 PM EST

make pumpkin pie from real pumpkins! Or go to a nursing home and present a play. #ksedchat

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

DHEPrincipal Nov 14 @ 9:17 PM EST

Our holiday theme is #kindmindscompassionatehearts Each grade level completes a service project. District does Operation Holiday. #ksedchat

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:17 PM EST

Derby Hills has a holiday drive the whole school participates in & we help give to Scarves in the Park for homeless #ksedchat

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

KSTeacherMrE Nov 14 @ 9:18 PM EST

A1b: Teachers take time to teach about being thankful w/ an article & ask students to write to everyone that has made a ➕ impact #ksedchat

HendershotDavid Nov 14 @ 9:18 PM EST

A1 Cont: I also break out my collection of furs and feathers to talk about hunting. We also make Origami Turkeys. #ksedchat

8to3withMrsV Nov 14 @ 9:18 PM EST

We research THanks. around the world,&then finish off b4 break w/ a big third grade feast. We also collect cans 4 the food bnk . #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:10 PM EST

Q1 is up! Don't just limit yourself to fun arts and crafts. Do you do a service project or have any all-school traditions? #ksedchat

1stGradeJourney Nov 14 @ 9:18 PM EST

We have Thanksgiving dinner for lunch! Yuuuuum #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:10 PM EST

Q1 is up! Don't just limit yourself to fun arts and crafts. Do you do a service project or have any all-school traditions? #ksedchat

lorenabaker27 Nov 14 @ 9:18 PM EST

A1- At MS we don't do much. Looking for ideas. But our Newcomers students have dinner to introduce them to holiday. #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Nov 14 @ 9:19 PM EST

Hello #ksedchat I'm Brant MS Principal from Wyoming

8to3withMrsV Nov 14 @ 9:19 PM EST

A1b: at Christmas time we research the Christmas holiday around the world, do gingerbread exchanges, and holiday card exchanges #ksedchat

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:19 PM EST

Oh I like this idea!! I may have to steal this one ;) #ksedchat

In reply to @JennyStoops

aboone_angie Nov 14 @ 9:19 PM EST

A1: don't have specific things for Thanksgiving, I like the idea of making sure others get thank you notes! #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:20 PM EST

Here is Q2! #ksedchat

MrsJJMath Nov 14 @ 9:20 PM EST

Retweet Q1, please? #ksedchat

baugha Nov 14 @ 9:20 PM EST

A1: We will be building a turkey in #physed (using PE equipment). Also have a staff feast! #ksedchat

kylabbaker Nov 14 @ 9:20 PM EST

A2: New school this yr, but I would like to again instead of Ss secret Santa, collecting change for a cause of Ss choice! 🎅#ksedchat

MrsBirzer Nov 14 @ 9:20 PM EST

Hi, #ksedchat! A bit late tonight.

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:20 PM EST

A1: Thinking about doing this with our November Kindness Crew. #ksedchat

PrincipalDodge1 Nov 14 @ 5:55 PM EST

October's "Yetis". #dexterparkpride #everychildeveryday https://t.co/xNMa1pEa1T

DHEPrincipal Nov 14 @ 9:20 PM EST

A1 School's holiday theme is #kindmindscompassionatehearts Each grade completes a community service project. #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST

#ksedchat

In reply to @MrsJJMath

kbrenz74 Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2) F-clubs have already asked band/choir to join in on caroling party. #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST

#ksedchat A1: We don't do a whole lot. Traditional lunch & a couple extra days off. I need creatives like @wyosun to help plan something :)

In reply to @wyosun

JennyStoops Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST

A1: When my mom taught kdg, her class would make pumpkin pies and then give them to the school custodians with thank you notes. #ksedchat

perezhasclass Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST

A1: In my classroom it was always the start of a service project/kindness challenge that lasted through December. #ksedchat

1stGradeJourney Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2. Many classes do Holidays Around the World & let Ss take a mini trip around the globe including photos, food, and traditions #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:20 PM EST

Here is Q2! #ksedchat

MrsRJHill_RM109 Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST

A1: Our students do a school/home project of dressing up turkeys in disguise. Then we write persuasive letters from the turkeys. #KSedchat

EHSMrsJ Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2a: It's all about the concerts in December! 🎄#ksedchat

kylabbaker Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2: ELF ON THE SHELF! To talk about positive character traits! Great lessons. #ksedchat

rolandteach Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST

A1: Not much as a school... I ❤️ disguise a turkey persuasive writing assignment. Even got my whole team to do it this year! #ksedchat

iammrsnix Nov 14 @ 9:22 PM EST

A2: 2 more service projects planned for Xmas...StuCo answers letters to Santa from 1st graders, sing carols at the nursing home #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:22 PM EST

#ksedchat

Woods1stgrade - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:22 PM EST

I'm not seeing the questions, can you retweet #ksedchat

misshaysteach Nov 14 @ 9:22 PM EST

A2 Our grade level does Holidays around the world but we focus more on learning about the country & traditions #ksedchat

MrsSkyDavis Nov 14 @ 9:22 PM EST

Q2) Music T takes Ss to nursing home to sing, in my classes we make Kool Aid Play dough then kids get to take home as gift #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:22 PM EST

We do this and my kids LOvE it! #ksedchat

1stGradeJourney Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST
A2. Many classes do Holidays Around the World & let Ss take a mini trip around the globe including photos, food, and traditions #ksedchat
- AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:20 PM EST
  
  Here is Q2! #ksedchat

misshaysteach Nov 14 @ 9:22 PM EST

My favorite part of the project is making passports and suitcases from paper bags so the Ss can "travel" #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:23 PM EST

A2: Ss bring cookie recipe & we make a recipe book then make some at school and kids bring a dozen. Then we make plates for staff #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Nov 14 @ 9:23 PM EST

#ksedchat A2: We have a large food drive where we put together food bags for Ss to take home to help during break. Did 250 last year

kbrenz74 Nov 14 @ 9:23 PM EST

A2) Planning an end of the semester breakfast for my HS band kiddos since last day of the semester is the day after our concert. #ksedchat

misshaysteach Nov 14 @ 9:23 PM EST

Ha. I also tell them if they misbehave, they get kicked out of the country #reallifepeople #ksedchat

PeytonWydickRU Nov 14 @ 9:23 PM EST

A2: My school would always have community service opportunities set up throughout December in order to help give to those in need #ksedchat

MotherHays Nov 14 @ 9:23 PM EST

A2 We have an all school sing on the last day before break. It's AWESOME. Remember those days @kbrenz74 and @misshaysteach? #ksedchat

In reply to @kbrenz74, @misshaysteach

perezhasclass Nov 14 @ 9:23 PM EST

A2: My previous school had an angel tree from the Salvation Army. Most classes adopted an angel & collected money to buy gifts. #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:23 PM EST

Awww! Love the idea of them answering letters! Maybe @meganrose11 and @jschulte25 could do this! #ksedchat

In reply to @meganrose11, @jschulte25

iammrsnix Nov 14 @ 9:22 PM EST

A2: 2 more service projects planned for Xmas...StuCo answers letters to Santa from 1st graders, sing carols at the nursing home #ksedchat

aboone_angie Nov 14 @ 9:23 PM EST

A2: we have a school talent show, the boys have asked me again to sponsor the male cheerleading squad #ksedchat

Woods1stgrade - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST

We just did our writing today, fun to see what they say they taste like😀 and what you should eat instead. #ksedchat

rolandteach Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST

A1: Not much as a school... I ❤️ disguise a turkey persuasive writing assignment. Even got my whole team to do it this year! #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST

Ok..."Yetis" might be the best thing I've heard all day!!! #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:20 PM EST
A1: Thinking about doing this with our November Kindness Crew. #ksedchat
- PrincipalDodge1 Nov 14 @ 5:55 PM EST
  
  October's "Yetis". #dexterparkpride #everychildeveryday https://t.co/xNMa1pEa1T

JesseEdiger Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST

A2) Love to do the Holiday Card Exchange to connect globally! We locate where each classroom is on our map. #ksedchat @ProjectsByJen

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST

#ksedchat

KSTeacherMrE Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST

A2: @SalinaSstuco and @SHSTripodium have completed several awesome service projects to help students within the community. #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:22 PM EST

#ksedchat

lorenabaker27 Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST

@AmandaBuethe I'm having trouble seeing questions posted? #ksedchat

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

HendershotDavid Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST

No patterns for me. We color the pattern after looking at turkey feathers. Start here: https://t.co/JzSf4a88kD #ksedchat

In reply to @aboone_angie

PrincipalNyberg Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST

Yes...I love our Christmas concerts. I'm going to livestream ours this year. It's SRO. #ksedchat

kbrenz74 Nov 14 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2) F-clubs have already asked band/choir to join in on caroling party. #ksedchat

EHSMrsJ Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST

A2b: My face in this pic should tell you how I feel about our other fave tradition...Ugly Sweater Day! #ksedchat

PeytonWydickRU Nov 14 @ 9:25 PM EST

A2: My band class would always go caroling to the local nursing homes...Always special to see smiles from everyone! #ksedchat

KSTeacherMrE Nov 14 @ 9:25 PM EST

A2b: I have had one of my classes do Operation Christmas Child #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:25 PM EST

We need to carol each morning #usd303! #ksedchat

MotherHays Nov 14 @ 9:23 PM EST

A2 We have an all school sing on the last day before break. It's AWESOME. Remember those days @kbrenz74 and @misshaysteach? #ksedchat
In reply to @kbrenz74, @misshaysteach

MrsBirzer Nov 14 @ 9:25 PM EST

A2: We collect food for the food bank, deliver it, then stop at the nursing home to sing carols. #ksedchat

Woods1stgrade - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:25 PM EST

A1: 1st grade teaches the history then come together as pilgrims, Indians & turkeys for a big feast. #ksedchat

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:25 PM EST

A2 We decorate my Pink Star Wars Tree. We have a book exchange. #ksedchat

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

MrsBirzer Nov 14 @ 9:25 PM EST

Mrs. Claus also makes her appearance in K-1 classrooms. It's a real treat! #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:25 PM EST

We r doing this for the first time! Can't wait! #ksedchat

JesseEdiger Nov 14 @ 9:24 PM EST

A2) Love to do the Holiday Card Exchange to connect globally! We locate where each classroom is on our map. #ksedchat @ProjectsByJen

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:26 PM EST

A2: As a staff we do Secret Santa. The holidays can be a bit stressful and this is something fun we look forward to. #ksedchat

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:26 PM EST

A2 I am looking for educational ideas for 5th grade since I am still new to the upper grade... anyone :) #ksedchat

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

rolandteach Nov 14 @ 9:26 PM EST

A2: Started Elf in the classroom two years ago. It gets me through that last week before break! #ksedchat

baugha Nov 14 @ 9:26 PM EST

A2: We have a staff hockey game for Ss to watch! Ss Become VIP's by showing good character 2 weeks leading up. #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:26 PM EST

Q2: What do you do for December Holidays! #ksedchat

haileyhawk Nov 14 @ 9:26 PM EST

A2 #ksedchat Elf Job Application- students decide what type of elf they would be based on their strengths. Persuasive essay on job app.

PeytonWydickRU Nov 14 @ 9:27 PM EST

A2: In the preschool classroom I helped with last year, Santa would make an appearance and bring books for all the students! #ksedchat

baugha Nov 14 @ 9:27 PM EST

I'm not seeing them either! Guessing based on others answers! :) #ksedchat

In reply to @lorenabaker27, @AmandaBuethe

rolandteach Nov 14 @ 9:27 PM EST

A2: I started 12 nights of reading last year looking forward to bringing it back this year!!! #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:27 PM EST

Help! #ksedchat

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:26 PM EST

A2 I am looking for educational ideas for 5th grade since I am still new to the upper grade... anyone :) #ksedchat
In reply to @AmandaBuethe

lorenabaker27 Nov 14 @ 9:27 PM EST

A2- Planning to do a food drive but will not deliver it until January when pantries are empty. #ksedchat

HendershotDavid Nov 14 @ 9:27 PM EST

We build an entire gingerbread village and then Skype partners. https://t.co/DcnWOD1PCW also just heard about the card exchange #ksedchat

JennyStoops Nov 14 @ 9:27 PM EST

A2: Our school is doing Hat Day every Friday for a 50cent donation. All funds will be given to a local organization or family. #ksedchat

MotherHays Nov 14 @ 9:27 PM EST

A2 Our firsties write letters to Santa and our 7th graders answer them. #ksedchat

karalu79 Nov 14 @ 9:28 PM EST

A2: This year I want to make silver ornaments in chem. We also do the gift exchange/SS thing, and Ugly Christmas Sweater day. #ksedchat

MrsBirzer Nov 14 @ 9:28 PM EST

Over the holiday breaks I use @Seesaw to contact students in a read aloud activity. #ksedchat https://t.co/leb56xGRhL

In reply to @Seesaw

aboone_angie Nov 14 @ 9:28 PM EST

A2b: $ days, the Ss bring $ to purchase a gift for the community, one year Wiis for the local nursing home #ksedchat

haileyhawk Nov 14 @ 9:28 PM EST

A2 #ksedchat our school does a door decor tour. Each door is themed and students go on scavenger hunt for each door collecting clues.

1stGradeJourney Nov 14 @ 9:28 PM EST

I'll be swinging by soon. Do you get the paper bags donated? #ksedchat #HolidaysAreComing

In reply to @misshaysteach

perezhasclass Nov 14 @ 9:28 PM EST

A2: Ss at my previous school made Xmas cards/crafts for the residents of the retirement home across the street. #ksedchat

misshaysteach Nov 14 @ 9:28 PM EST

A2 We read versions of the Gingerbread Man then decorate Gingerbread houses with candy #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST

Q2: #ksedchat

kylabbaker Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST

#ksedchat

kylabbaker Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST

A2: Wanting to do a shopping list again. I collect Ads & told Ss the fake $ amount to spend. Lsn in money and adding! $100 didn't go far!

sjkibel Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST

#ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 12 @ 8:41 PM EST

Let's talk! Share everything from meaningful lessons, to service projects, to school traditions! #ksedchat

lorenabaker27 Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST

A2- conti-staff also has ugly sweater contest and of course, food in lounge! #ksedchat

iammrsnix Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST

A3: lots of summarizing and reflecting and goal setting and planning. #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST

Q3: What do you do to celebrate new year! #ksedchat

EHSMrStegman Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST

A tradition I use year round with my students is playing this song as loud as I can. There are even personalized ones! #ksedchat

blbrownlee Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST

A2. 3rd grade collects and donates gloves & hats. We decorate our class tree. In the past we've made reindeer food and grinch dust #ksedchat

Woods1stgrade - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST

A2: holidays around the world via the polar express I have my 🚂 whistle & conductor 🎩 I greet ss in the language of each country #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:30 PM EST

Q3: Does anyone do anything for New Years? Goals? Resolutions? #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:30 PM EST

Fun! #ksedchat

haileyhawk Nov 14 @ 9:28 PM EST

A2 #ksedchat our school does a door decor tour. Each door is themed and students go on scavenger hunt for each door collecting clues.

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:30 PM EST

Yes! #ksedchat

MrsBirzer Nov 14 @ 9:28 PM EST

Over the holiday breaks I use @Seesaw to contact students in a read aloud activity. #ksedchat https://t.co/leb56xGRhL
In reply to @Seesaw

rolandteach Nov 14 @ 9:30 PM EST

A2: Collect little freebies all year to hold a white elephant exchange with Ss the last day before break! #ksedchat

giveawaydizzer Nov 14 @ 9:31 PM EST

A2: Collect little freebies all year to hold a white elephant exchange with Ss the last day before break! #ksedchat

EHSMrsJ Nov 14 @ 9:31 PM EST

As his next-door-T-neighbor, I can vouch for this. Awesome tradition & a great way to connect w/Ss! https://t.co/ibXPdVEDIb #ksedchat

EHSMrStegman Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST

A tradition I use year round with my students is playing this song as loud as I can. There are even personalized ones! #ksedchat

1stGradeJourney Nov 14 @ 9:31 PM EST

A3. We watched the ball drop (again) and had our own celebration with goals, reflection, and class celebration #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST

Q3: What do you do to celebrate new year! #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:31 PM EST

#ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:31 PM EST

Cool! #ksedchat

1stGradeJourney Nov 14 @ 9:31 PM EST
A3. We watched the ball drop (again) and had our own celebration with goals, reflection, and class celebration #ksedchat
- AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST
  
  Q3: What do you do to celebrate new year! #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Nov 14 @ 9:31 PM EST

Our school always has some sort of health/weight loss challenge. I'm always a bit hurt when the keep asking me to join, lol. #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:30 PM EST

Q3: Does anyone do anything for New Years? Goals? Resolutions? #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:32 PM EST

Q3: What do you do to celebrate the new year! #ksedchat

1stGradeJourney Nov 14 @ 9:32 PM EST

That sounds like a fun way to get the whole school involved and connected! #ksedchat #holidays

haileyhawk Nov 14 @ 9:28 PM EST

A2 #ksedchat our school does a door decor tour. Each door is themed and students go on scavenger hunt for each door collecting clues.

KSTeacherMrE Nov 14 @ 9:32 PM EST

A3: I have had students write down New Years Resolutions or goals they want to accomplish for the second semester #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:30 PM EST

Q3: Does anyone do anything for New Years? Goals? Resolutions? #ksedchat

EHSMrsJ Nov 14 @ 9:32 PM EST

A3: Reflection & goal-setting, love @MrsOrman's TpT items for celebrating the NY in HS ELA! #ksedchat

In reply to @MrsOrman

MrsWarren_RM121 Nov 14 @ 9:32 PM EST

A2: we are doing a Christmas Around the World with @MrsRJHill_RM109 @8to3withMrsV #ksedchat

In reply to @MrsRJHill_RM109, @8to3withMrsV

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST

Q2: #ksedchat

PeytonWydickRU Nov 14 @ 9:33 PM EST

A3: In my future classroom, I plan on having the students create a classroom resolution list to work on as a group! #ksedchat

perezhasclass Nov 14 @ 9:33 PM EST

A3: It's a great point to reflect on the first half of the year and to set goals for the remainder. #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Nov 14 @ 9:33 PM EST

This is good. Empowerment at it's best. #ksedchat

KSTeacherMrE Nov 14 @ 9:32 PM EST
A3: I have had students write down New Years Resolutions or goals they want to accomplish for the second semester #ksedchat
- AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:30 PM EST
  
  Q3: Does anyone do anything for New Years? Goals? Resolutions? #ksedchat

DHEPrincipal Nov 14 @ 9:33 PM EST

A2 We have a staff meal, secret santa gift exchange. all school family sing along and families make ornaments that represent them. #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:33 PM EST

#ksedchat

misshaysteach Nov 14 @ 9:34 PM EST

A3 We discuss resolutions and write our own. @ScholasticNews always has a good article on the Chinese New Year #ksedchat

In reply to @ScholasticNews

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:34 PM EST

A3: We do a goal setting activity around Japanese Daruma Dolls. Don't you do this too @dwayneetaylor? #ksedchat

In reply to @dwayneetaylor

JennyStoops Nov 14 @ 9:34 PM EST

A3: For New Years we usually do long term goal setting. I like @JustinBCoffey 's 30 Day Challenge idea better though! #ksedchat

In reply to @JustinBCoffey

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:34 PM EST

A3 Our school celebrates each Month with a contest: pumpkins, turkeys, ornaments...in January they make resolutions #ksedchat

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:34 PM EST

Will have to check this out! #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:34 PM EST

A3: We do a goal setting activity around Japanese Daruma Dolls. Don't you do this too @dwayneetaylor? #ksedchat
In reply to @dwayneetaylor

rolandteach Nov 14 @ 9:35 PM EST

A2: Every class use to create a class wreath...I sort of miss this! #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:35 PM EST

Love it! #ksedchat

JennyStoops Nov 14 @ 9:34 PM EST

A3: For New Years we usually do long term goal setting. I like @JustinBCoffey 's 30 Day Challenge idea better though! #ksedchat
In reply to @JustinBCoffey

MsLaurenMertz Nov 14 @ 9:35 PM EST

A2: The Elf on the Shelf visits my classroom after Thanksgiving. He appears in a different spot each day to join our learning. #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST

Q2: #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:36 PM EST

Agree! #ksedchat

JennyStoops Nov 14 @ 9:34 PM EST

A3: For New Years we usually do long term goal setting. I like @JustinBCoffey 's 30 Day Challenge idea better though! #ksedchat
In reply to @JustinBCoffey

mccall_kelley Nov 14 @ 9:36 PM EST

Popping in late!! Had to cook dinner 😁😬 #ksedchat

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:36 PM EST

A3 My class looks at their data notebooks to see if Ss are progressing as they (and I) hoped & then make new goals #ksedchat

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

HendershotDavid Nov 14 @ 9:36 PM EST

A3: I try and teach about New Year and Chinese New Year so that they understand that calendars are relative. Lucky money is fun #ksedchat

mccall_kelley Nov 14 @ 9:36 PM EST

A2: I'm doing a 12 day countdown to Christmas for the staff and maybe students #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST

Q2: #ksedchat

8to3withMrsV Nov 14 @ 9:37 PM EST

A3: We always reflect on the past year and set goals for the upcoming year! #ksedchat

nagel_megan Nov 14 @ 9:37 PM EST

Joining late. How is everyone? #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Nov 14 @ 9:37 PM EST

Details? I'm curious. #ksedchat

mccall_kelley Nov 14 @ 9:36 PM EST
A2: I'm doing a 12 day countdown to Christmas for the staff and maybe students #ksedchat
- mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:29 PM EST
  
  Q2: #ksedchat

perezhasclass Nov 14 @ 9:38 PM EST

A2: I forgot! As a staff we often did secret pals between Thanksgiving and Xmas. #ksedchat

JesseEdiger Nov 14 @ 9:38 PM EST

A3) We usually do a big art project.. tough coming back from the holidays. A nice, calm, relaxing way to kick-off the New Year! #ksedchat

blbrownlee Nov 14 @ 9:38 PM EST

A3. Look at data notebooks. Reflect and set new goals! #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:39 PM EST

Last Q but lots of holidays to talk about during the second semester! #ksedchat

mccall_kelley Nov 14 @ 9:39 PM EST

think morale building! It's all about the teachers feeling appreciated for all they do! #ksedchat

In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

haileyhawk Nov 14 @ 9:39 PM EST

A4- economics unit with Valentine boxes. Students set budget- wants and needs, purchase supplies with class $ to decorate box. #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:40 PM EST

Q4: V-day, Birthdays, Groundhogs, St. Patrick's Day, Easter...anything else...#ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:40 PM EST

Q4: #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:40 PM EST

A4: Valentine's Day Box Contest. Such a great maker space project! #ksedchat

misshaysteach Nov 14 @ 9:40 PM EST

A4 MLK, Jr. Day, President's Day, Earth Day, May Day are some of my favorite! There are so many great books to read! #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:40 PM EST

Q4: What do you do to celebrate holidays second semester? #ksedchat Birthdays? V-Day? St Pattys? Easter?

HendershotDavid Nov 14 @ 9:40 PM EST

FYI We are on fire #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Nov 14 @ 9:40 PM EST

I don't get on Twitter to think. I get on to have smart people like you give me great ideas for free :) #ksedchat

mccall_kelley Nov 14 @ 9:39 PM EST

think morale building! It's all about the teachers feeling appreciated for all they do! #ksedchat
In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

DHEPrincipal Nov 14 @ 9:41 PM EST

A3 Every S has a data notebook. T's review progress; adjust /set new goals. Great conversations/reflection. T's update data walls. #ksedchat

misshaysteach Nov 14 @ 9:41 PM EST

A4 I avoid Valentine's Day...I know, #awfulteacher #nofunMarah #ksedchat

perezhasclass Nov 14 @ 9:41 PM EST

A4: I was serious earlier when I said I LOVE May Day! Many of my Ss had never heard of it. May Day Baskets for everyone! #ksedchat

kbrenz74 Nov 14 @ 9:41 PM EST

A4) The Royals schedule goes up a week before Opening Day and wins and losses are tracked. #ksedchat #ForeverRoyal

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:42 PM EST

A4 Every S makes a Valentine box, they go all out and it's awesome creativity. We also make Assessments a big party. #ksedchat

In reply to @mrvesco

mccall_kelley Nov 14 @ 9:42 PM EST

I'll share when I have my plan ironed out!!! #ksedchat

In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

MrsRJHill_RM109 Nov 14 @ 9:42 PM EST

A3: 🙏🏻 For snow days 😂. @8to3withMrsV #ksedchat

In reply to @8to3withMrsV

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:42 PM EST

A4: An elementary school holiday - 100th Day of School! Dress like you are 100 years old. #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:42 PM EST

We need to do this and put at door of our shut ins in walking distant! #usd303 #ksedchat

perezhasclass Nov 14 @ 9:41 PM EST

A4: I was serious earlier when I said I LOVE May Day! Many of my Ss had never heard of it. May Day Baskets for everyone! #ksedchat

iammrsnix Nov 14 @ 9:42 PM EST

A4: I think V-day is a little too much for me to handle with 6th graders, I ignore it :D #ksedchat

HendershotDavid Nov 14 @ 9:42 PM EST

We participate in the https://t.co/8eDicyZGPX #ksedchat as well. We don't do much with Easter though our Bibke club does.

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:43 PM EST

Love making leprechaun traps! #ksedchat

kylabbaker Nov 14 @ 9:43 PM EST

Q4: I'm going to celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday with my class since I have the same bday! 🤓Hoping to 🎉 all wk w/ fun dress days! #ksedchat

JesseEdiger Nov 14 @ 9:43 PM EST

A4) Not a holiday, but we have a Graber Garden. We will start planning what we want to plant in the spring! #graber10 #ksedchat

DHEPrincipal Nov 14 @ 9:43 PM EST

A4 Family activity each month. Jan - Snowflake; Feb - Valentine's Box; Mar - Lepruchaun Trap; Apr - Spring Break Scapbook page #ksedchat

nagel_megan Nov 14 @ 9:43 PM EST

A4: MLK day is one of my favorites. Ss have to interview someone who lived through civil rights movement and create presentation. #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:43 PM EST

I make mine make the actual box within a set area for each side! #ksedchat

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:42 PM EST

A4 Every S makes a Valentine box, they go all out and it's awesome creativity. We also make Assessments a big party. #ksedchat
In reply to @mrvesco

KSTeacherMrE Nov 14 @ 9:43 PM EST

A4: Kinda crazy busy second semester. I am passing names that students on paper to have peers lift each other up during ELO #ksedchat

perezhasclass Nov 14 @ 9:43 PM EST

A4: For Valentines Day we always did compliment bags instead of decorated boxes. I also have a ton of Valentine's Math activities. #ksedchat

misshaysteach Nov 14 @ 9:44 PM EST

A4 LOVE celebrating World Read Aloud Day!! #ksedchat #wrad17

kylabbaker Nov 14 @ 9:44 PM EST

A4: Hoping to do some STEM 100 day projects this year! #ksedchat

MsLaurenMertz Nov 14 @ 9:44 PM EST

A4: Val Day we give classes a "Heart Attack". Write notes on hearts and then secretly tape them all over the classroom door #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:40 PM EST

Q4: #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:44 PM EST

We loved this last year! #ksedchat

HendershotDavid Nov 14 @ 9:42 PM EST

We participate in the https://t.co/8eDicyZGPX #ksedchat as well. We don't do much with Easter though our Bibke club does.

JennyStoops Nov 14 @ 9:44 PM EST

A4: On 100th Day and Dr. Seuss day we mix up all K-2 classes and rotate between 6 different themed centers. #ksedchat

blbrownlee Nov 14 @ 9:44 PM EST

A3. Not really holiday, but fun on cold, winter days! We love to read with flashlights and have hot chocolate. #ksedchat

HendershotDavid Nov 14 @ 9:44 PM EST

We do a full Dr Seus day and give out SWAG, extra art and have fun! #ksedchat

In reply to @kylabbaker

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:45 PM EST

A4: Not an official holiday, but be sure to put this on your calendar. Global School Play Day! https://t.co/C8xRGT8KR3 #ksedchat

nagel_megan Nov 14 @ 9:46 PM EST

A4: National Day of Kindness is February 17. Students have to come up with plan to spread kindness and then make it happen! #ksedchat

KSTeacherMrE Nov 14 @ 9:46 PM EST

A4: @SouthTheatre sends out May Day Baskets, the candy is very much welcomed by staff #ksedchat

In reply to @SouthTheatre

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:46 PM EST

A4: I saw a school that celebrated the 50th day of school by having a sock hop for the Ss. Everyone was dressed in 50's clothes. #ksedchat

MotherHays Nov 14 @ 9:46 PM EST

A4 Kansas Day! My birthday! Valentine's Day (bleck)! Dr. Suess' birthday! #ksedchat

PeytonWydickRU Nov 14 @ 9:46 PM EST

A4: I don't mind candy on V-Day, but I love the idea of having students write sweet, anonymous messages to each other as well #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:46 PM EST

I feel like my elementary teacher card should be revoked for not thinking of Dr Suess bday! #ksedchat

aboone_angie Nov 14 @ 9:46 PM EST

A4: we celebrate when KU is in the NCAA tournament! #ksedchat

MrsRJHill_RM109 Nov 14 @ 9:47 PM EST

A4: We do a March Madness research project, as well as a tournament of picture books where we ask community members to read #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:47 PM EST

We talked about this last weekend! Want to remember to do this next year! #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:46 PM EST

A4: I saw a school that celebrated the 50th day of school by having a sock hop for the Ss. Everyone was dressed in 50's clothes. #ksedchat

rolandteach Nov 14 @ 9:47 PM EST

A4: Battle of the (Dr. Seuss) books...#ksedchat

mccall_kelley Nov 14 @ 9:47 PM EST

Meet my friend James @MrsRJHill_RM109 @8to3withMrsV @JesseEdiger @MrsWarren_RM121 ...and ❤️ his family activities #ksedchat

DHEPrincipal Nov 14 @ 9:43 PM EST

A4 Family activity each month. Jan - Snowflake; Feb - Valentine's Box; Mar - Lepruchaun Trap; Apr - Spring Break Scapbook page #ksedchat

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:47 PM EST

A4 I do try to celebrate little things when I can... Pi Day. Siblings Day. Official Hat Day, why not, you get to wear a hat! #ksedchat

MsLaurenMertz Nov 14 @ 9:47 PM EST

A4: School-wide Read Across America week. Themed week with dress up days and pajama day on Friday. #bestweekoftheyear #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Nov 14 @ 9:48 PM EST

Ok...I got this. Hey #ksedchat, can you help us out by giving ideas on this google doc. https://t.co/SqQmdHysRP

In reply to @mccall_kelley

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:48 PM EST

We do a March Madness with books! :) #ksedchat

In reply to @MrsRJHill_RM109

PeytonWydickRU Nov 14 @ 9:48 PM EST

A4: The preschoolers celebrated the 50th day of school with a 50's party! Costumes, decorations, and lots of games! #ksedchat

kbrenz74 Nov 14 @ 9:48 PM EST

A4) Don’t forget about March being Music in Our Schools Month! Want to do a jazz/pops concert with HS Jazz and Choir. #ksedchat

misshaysteach Nov 14 @ 9:48 PM EST

Oh my gosh! I totally forgot about KANSAS DAY!! #ksedchat

In reply to @MotherHays

1stGradeJourney Nov 14 @ 9:49 PM EST

A4. #ksedchat we recognize Dr. Seuss with a staff competition, @misshaysteach does great with pocket poetry, & school-wide full-day KS Day!

In reply to @misshaysteach

haileyhawk Nov 14 @ 9:49 PM EST

A4- #ksedchat Dr.Suess! If I Ran the Zoo! Ss create their own "dr.s" zoo animal and make up the facts for the animal information sign.

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:49 PM EST

Awesome ideas tonight! Thanks to all that shared! Have an awesome week! #ksedchat

swprscVolora Nov 14 @ 9:49 PM EST

You too! #ksedchat

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:50 PM EST

Awesome idea! Help them out! #usd303 #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Nov 14 @ 9:48 PM EST

Ok...I got this. Hey #ksedchat, can you help us out by giving ideas on this google doc. https://t.co/SqQmdHysRP
In reply to @mccall_kelley

nagel_megan Nov 14 @ 9:50 PM EST

A4: On 100th day of school, use app to age kids pics to 100 & Ss do writing project on being 100. Hilarious! #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:50 PM EST

Next week #ksedchat will be a slow chat. We are going to be giving thanks & giving back all week! Tasks will be posted at 8:00 am everyday.

PrincipalNyberg Nov 14 @ 9:50 PM EST

I used to love Pi day when I taught math. I remember 2015 being a particularly epic celebration! #ksedchat

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:47 PM EST

A4 I do try to celebrate little things when I can... Pi Day. Siblings Day. Official Hat Day, why not, you get to wear a hat! #ksedchat

Woods1stgrade - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:51 PM EST

A4: I do a big history scrapbook, black- women- presidents, Kansas day. One of my fav units. All the people who made a diff. #ksedchat

JennyStoops Nov 14 @ 9:51 PM EST

A4:We celebrate the 100th Day & KS Day on the same day. We have 2 Ts at each grade. 1 does KS activity, the other does 100th Day. #ksedchat

JennyStoops Nov 14 @ 9:44 PM EST

A4: On 100th Day and Dr. Seuss day we mix up all K-2 classes and rotate between 6 different themed centers. #ksedchat

rolandteach Nov 14 @ 9:52 PM EST

A4: last year my first year celebrating 100th day of school with Ss. We used an aging app and then wrote about the last 100 yrs #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:52 PM EST

This is going to be amazing! #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:50 PM EST

Next week #ksedchat will be a slow chat. We are going to be giving thanks & giving back all week! Tasks will be posted at 8:00 am everyday.

Woods1stgrade - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:52 PM EST

There's also 100s day, Dr. Seuss, Valentines, dental health soooo much #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Nov 14 @ 9:53 PM EST

Cool! #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:52 PM EST
This is going to be amazing! #ksedchat
- mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:50 PM EST
  
  Next week #ksedchat will be a slow chat. We are going to be giving thanks & giving back all week! Tasks will be posted at 8:00 am everyday.

1stGradeJourney Nov 14 @ 9:53 PM EST

I LOVE using the aging app! Students & families get a kick out of it and their stories. #ksedchat #100thday

In reply to @rolandteach

8to3withMrsV Nov 14 @ 9:54 PM EST

A4b: we celebrate march madness in a big way! We do a big book competition sweet 16, also we study the history of the tournament!🏀 #ksedchat

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:54 PM EST

@mrvesco Looks pretty interesting. I'm in! #ksedchat

In reply to @AmandaBuethe, @mrvesco

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:55 PM EST

You guys rock! Good night #ksedchat

MsLaurenMertz Nov 14 @ 9:56 PM EST

I LOVE March madness. I'm going to have to do a book tournament this year. #ksedchat

In reply to @8to3withMrsV

JennyStoops Nov 14 @ 9:56 PM EST

I just love #ksedchat ! Thank you for helping get my week off to a great start!

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:56 PM EST

Thank you for all the great ideas & great #ksedchat tonight!!

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

JesseEdiger Nov 14 @ 9:56 PM EST

A4b) We celebrate Kansas Day with a living wax museum. One of the Ss favorite projects! #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Nov 14 @ 9:57 PM EST

Good stuff @AmandaBuethe Thanks for hosting another awesome #ksedchat

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

mrvesco - Moderator Nov 14 @ 9:57 PM EST

Thank you @AmandaBuethe for leading #ksedchat tonight! You are fantastic!

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

rolandteach Nov 14 @ 9:57 PM EST

Everyday's a holiday!!! Today is #NationalPickleDay #ksedchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade

JennySVaughn Nov 14 @ 9:57 PM EST

A4: Chinese New Year!! So much fun! Favorite books: Origami Master by Lachenmeyer or Someone Says by Schaefer #ksedchat

nagel_megan Nov 14 @ 9:57 PM EST

Once again leaving with so many great ideas! Thanks @AmandaBuethe for leading! #ksedchat

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

snordenWSUproud Nov 14 @ 9:58 PM EST

@AmandaBuethe Thank you for all the great ideas & great #ksedchat tonight!! (New GIF)

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

aboone_angie Nov 14 @ 9:58 PM EST

@AmandaBuethe thanks for he chat tonight! Have a great Thanksgiving #ksedchat

In reply to @AmandaBuethe

JesseEdiger Nov 14 @ 9:58 PM EST

A4c) Even @AaronRodgers12 loves Dr. Suess! #ksedchat #GoPackGo

In reply to @AaronRodgers12

MsLaurenMertz Nov 14 @ 9:58 PM EST

That's a good idea. Thanks for sharing. #ksedchat

In reply to @8to3withMrsV

lorenabaker27 Nov 14 @ 9:59 PM EST

Great ideas tonight! Thanks @AmandaBuethe #ksedchat

In reply to @AmandaBuethe