#ksedchat Archive | Participate

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:00 PM EDT

#KSedchat So glad you are here!

participatechat May 15 @ 9:00 PM EDT

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rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:00 PM EDT

We will miss you @JanaBohling Enjoy your time with your son! #ksedchat

JanaBohling May 15 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Hey #ksedchat friends! Have fun. Sorry I will miss it. Hanging out with my son who qualified for state golf today. Thinking about you.

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A1 Rachel McClaran Tech Integration Specialist in Newton, Ks #ksedchat Excited to meet everyone!

JasonKohls May 15 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Jason from Buhler HS. ELA T. In and out as i attempt to grade finals this evening. #ksedchat

DavidDayII82 May 15 @ 9:01 PM EDT

David 4th grade Leavenworth! #ksedchat

zlatnikj May 15 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A1: Hey guys! I'm Joe, 8th grade SS at Basehor-Linwood Middle #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Glad you are here! We understand grading #ksedchat

JasonKohls May 15 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Jason from Buhler HS. ELA T. In and out as i attempt to grade finals this evening. #ksedchat

WinkelerD May 15 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Dan, business teacher from St. Louis. #ksedchat

heather_newkirk May 15 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A1: Hi Everyone! Heather from Neodesha. 6th Grade Elementary. #ksedchat

aboone_angie May 15 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Angie Boone middle school sped teacher from Cheney #ksedchat

sarajane7 May 15 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Sara from Garden City -- 4 days left with my 2nd graders! #KSedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hi, Heather! Glad you are here #ksedchat

In reply to @heather_newkirk

karalu79 May 15 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Kara, HS teacher currently in Holcomb. Had a bittersweet Monday - love my kids! How was your day? #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Glad you are joining us! #ksedchat

In reply to @WinkelerD

1stGradeJourney May 15 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Sorry to be missing #ksedchat tonight. I procrastinated & now have work to finish for a National Board component. Happy chatting my friends!

aboone_angie May 15 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Love Monday's, look forward to #ksedchat

In reply to @nagel_megan

azurehenwood May 15 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A1: Azure from Derby, 3rd Grade. Attempting to chat and grade this evening. #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Awesome, but so busy! Always crazy the last week #ksedchat. Glad you are here!

In reply to @karalu79

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Good Luck! That is a big undertaking #ksedchat

In reply to @1stGradeJourney

SJNeill13 May 15 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hey #ksedchat! Sam from Buhler jumping in! HS ELA teacher. FInishing up research papers and following along!

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Welcome, Azure! Beautiful name #ksedchat

In reply to @azurehenwood

KamiSchools May 15 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hello #ksedchat! We are Kami from New Zealand!

AnnaCalven May 15 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Anna, Gifted Facilitator, Wichita area #KSedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Welcome! #ksedchat

In reply to @SJNeill13

JillWebs May 15 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Yay! Time to get my #ksedchat on! Jill from Cheney, 7-8 SocStud & HS Teaching as a Career

SJNeill13 May 15 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Nothing to be sorry about. :) They are pretty good - students pushed hard to the end of the year. Just take time to grade. #ksedchat

In reply to @DavidDayII82

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:08 PM EDT

First question coming up in 3 minutes! Looking forward to learning from you all #ksedchat

tvleck10 May 15 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Travis- Assistant Principal Royal Valley HS- Hosting regional softball #ksedchat

nagel_megan May 15 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Can't think of a better way to spend Monday! Softball and #ksedchat! Welcome!

In reply to @tvleck10

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#ksedchat

massignmenthelp May 15 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#ksedchat #luthed #msmathchat #Sci4allSs #teacheredchat #tlap #tntechchat Top 5 Concerns Students Have While Writing https://t.co/QNgbrlLwjX

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Awesome when they push hard until the end! #ksedchat

In reply to @SJNeill13, @DavidDayII82

DavidDayII82 May 15 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2: We do LUNCH BUNCH in my room. We set a qualifying score. If they make it they eat lunch with the teacher. Kids love it! #ksedchat

nagel_megan May 15 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2: The Oscars! Students dress up, walk down the red carpet, and premier their science documentaries! Best day of the year! #ksedchat

WinkelerD May 15 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2: I love sending home e-mails to the parents letting them know how well they have done! We also celebrate at the end of year. #ksedchat

sarajane7 May 15 @ 9:11 PM EDT

We celebrated student achievement @ our last PLC but that was for teachers. #KSedchat

SJNeill13 May 15 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: It is simple - I tweet it out, blog about it, stop them in the hallway, celebration in the form of recognition is powerful. #ksedchat

JillWebs May 15 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: I've been trying to add high fives in for the "small successes" like correct answers, post in Instagram cool things Ss do. #ksedchat

zlatnikj May 15 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: Depends on the kid. Some want a shoutout, some prefer to be praised in private. A hi5 and one on one praise means a lot! #ksedchat

heather_newkirk May 15 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: I love writing notes in their planners and sending positive referrals to the office! Simple but effective. #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: Fav way to celebrate student success is "Rockin' Railer Recognitions". Given for little things and hung up on wall by office #ksedchat

andredaughty May 15 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2. With everything from popcorn parties, dance parties, celebrations, online shout-outs, etc. Whatever works for them. #ksedchat

azurehenwood May 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: We select positive progress awards for Ss that have made huge gains over the course of the school year. #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Great idea! Kids love eating with the teacher #ksedchat

In reply to @DavidDayII82

AnnaCalven May 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2) We do good things after presentations. We also do them at the end of class but they can include anything. #ksedchat

heather_newkirk May 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT

OMG! My students love when they get on my Instagram! Best reward ever. #ksedchat #minicelebs

In reply to @JillWebs

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT

What does your year end celebration look like? #ksedchat

In reply to @WinkelerD

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:14 PM EDT

It is important to share success with colleagues! Builds them up #ksedchat

In reply to @sarajane7

azurehenwood May 15 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: In my classroom, we celebrate success with dance parties, popcorn parties, pajama days, etc #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Yes!!! So powerful to them and the school community #ksedchat

In reply to @SJNeill13

JillWebs May 15 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: For the BIG successes, like awesome projects & surprising results I 💜 to feature Ss on my blog. I always ask their permission. #ksedchat

aboone_angie May 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: I think it is important to acknowledge that the kiddo was successful in an authentic way #ksedchat

Knack_Kaleena May 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Kaleena, Instructional Support, Hutch jumping in while putting the kids to bed #ksedchat

MsNic_ May 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Hi all! Nicole here, 7th ELA at Columbus. Sorry I'm a little late! I've been on the job hunt :) #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Awesome to see that not every kid needs the same recognition! #ksedchat

In reply to @zlatnikj

tvleck10 May 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: Huge awards assembly. Department awards as well as honors. Tweet/FB out successes in all activities from ffa-football-art #ksedchat

AnnaCalven May 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2) School wide "punk your parent" with a positive call home from the admin. #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:16 PM EDT

This! Positive referrals. @nagel_megan Stealing this? #ksedchat

In reply to @heather_newkirk, @nagel_megan

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Welcome! #ksedchat

In reply to @Knack_Kaleena

HendershotDavid May 15 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: we have a brag wall outside our doors and post it. Consider it the school refrigerator. #ksedchat ~ Dave from Valley Center, ks

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:17 PM EDT

What do you think makes recognition more authentic? #ksedchat

In reply to @aboone_angie

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Glad you could make it #ksedchat

In reply to @MsNic_

MsNic_ May 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 We just did projects and invited the whole school to come view them! Ss love showing off their work & getting variety of praise #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Glad you are here, Dave! #ksedchat. Love the fridge reference

In reply to @HendershotDavid

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Next Question in 1 minute #ksedchat

aboone_angie May 15 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Knowledge of what is important to that kiddo, some it's a piece of candy, hug, words of affirmation #ksedchat

In reply to @rachel_mcclaran

karalu79 May 15 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: Well for one, I take lots of pictures and post on twitter. They love it! (Even if they pretend not to at first...) #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT

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rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT

I agree! You have to know what the individual student find value in. #ksedchat

In reply to @aboone_angie

AssignmentHelpN May 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#ksedchat #luthed #msmathchat #teacheredchat #tlap #tntechchat The Ultimate 60 Ways To Use an iPad in the Classroom https://t.co/Du9eR0MYRB

JasonKohls May 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 We Tweet out what our Ss are doing and their successes. It is immediate and affirming. #ksedchat

HendershotDavid May 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 cont: We do reflecting after a project and point out "2 Stars and a Wish" to make it authentic. #ksedchat

JillWebs May 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Yes, each kid may want praise in a different way! Is there a "Love language" for Ss praise? 😊 #KSedchat

In reply to @aboone_angie, @rachel_mcclaran

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: I think it is sometimes hard to recognize growth and not just focus on "success" #ksedchat

8to3withMrsV May 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Hi #ksedchat ! Joining in a little late! Ashleigh, 3rd grade teacher from Hutchinson, excited to chat with you all tonight

aboone_angie May 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Exactly what I was thinking of #ksedchat

In reply to @heather_newkirk, @rachel_mcclaran

drewyams May 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3. We all LISTEN to each other. We value all types of learning. #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#ksedchat

MsNic_ May 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 Involve the Ss as much as possible. Sounds silly but it's so simple & true. Ask them their input on their learning/growth. #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Great to include the kid in the reflection AND their own recognition! #ksedchat

In reply to @HendershotDavid

SJNeill13 May 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: Some send notes to kids: "It's a Great Day to Be a Crusader!" Today someone noticed... I try to send them out when I can. #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Glad you are here! #ksedchat

In reply to @8to3withMrsV

8to3withMrsV May 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2: celebrating Ss success is so important! We have shoutouts every Fri.in our bldg w/ special guests from our bldg or community #ksedchat

zlatnikj May 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: Falls on ind. teachers 2 recognize small things. Saying "that was a very thoughtful question" means the world & takes no time #ksedchat

DavidDayII82 May 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Q3: We celebrate the PROCESS. Every time we do something new we party. Every success you have to celebrate big or small!! #ksedchat

heather_newkirk May 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: Set individual goals for kids and celebrate progress! I emphasize growth. We are all on our own journey. #ksedchat

HendershotDavid May 15 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: We are crafting goal sheets then kids track it. It was great for math facts and reading rate. They love improving by just one! #ksedchat

MsNic_ May 15 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3 Ss love when you value their opinions. Asking them how they want to be celebrated is huge for them. Shows them they have value. #ksedchat

8to3withMrsV May 15 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2(contd): in my clsrm we celebrate success in morning mtgs, and throughout the day w/special chants and phone calls home . #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Great to teach students to LISTEN and VALUE! #ksedchat Such an important part of building that class community

In reply to @drewyams

KamiSchools May 15 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: I think it is important to understand how each S prefers to be acknowledged (e.g. In front of class vs by themselves) #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

yes, yes, yes! #ksedchat

In reply to @MsNic_

Knack_Kaleena May 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2: I've had Ss call parents at work/home when they've accomplished a goal or made growth #ksedchat

JillWebs May 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: Never underestimate the power of a positive email home! #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

I wish every class could have a cheerleader just for things like that! #ksedchat

In reply to @SJNeill13

azurehenwood May 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Fostering a sense of Ss buy-in by having them self reflect and evaluated their own performance no matter how big or small. #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Love that you are able to include the community! #ksedchat

In reply to @8to3withMrsV

WinkelerD May 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT

It's with the whole school and Ts pick one student to highlight. Name gets called and walk across a stage. #ksedchat

In reply to @rachel_mcclaran

SJNeill13 May 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT

I don't get to do it as often as I'd like, but I try to send notes out when possible. That way kids can keep the positive words. #ksedchat

In reply to @rachel_mcclaran

HendershotDavid May 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT

It is a big contest to see who has their name up their most and longest. #KSedchat

In reply to @nagel_megan

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Absolutely! To students and to our colleagues #ksedchat

In reply to @zlatnikj

sarajane7 May 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3: we graphed Aims data (Ss & i) and cheered any upward progress. #KSedchat

8to3withMrsV May 15 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A2 (contd): SeeSaw is also a way to celebrate their success! Ss pick work they are proud of to post and display 4 parents to see #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Love that movie! #Moneyball #ksedchat

In reply to @DavidDayII82

azurehenwood May 15 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: Fostering a sense of Ss buy-in by having them self reflect/evaluate their own performance no matter how big or small #ksedchat #ksedchat

aboone_angie May 15 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: with sped Ss, what appears to be little successes are hard fought and time consuming-forward progress is 🍾 #ksedchat

Knack_Kaleena May 15 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A2: Walking Ss out to their parents after school, parents are expecting the worse news but I'm there to deliver the good news #ksedchat

sarajane7 May 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3: love all the ideas -- helps me think "I do that!" #KSedchat

WinkelerD May 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3: I make it a point to point out as many celebrations as possible to the Ss each day. #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

And that their opinions matter! Talk about ownership in your class #ksedchat

In reply to @MsNic_

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Morning meeting is something that I wish I had done when I taught HS! #ksedchat

In reply to @8to3withMrsV

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Absolutely. Not everyone likes to be given a shout-out in front of everyone #ksedchat

In reply to @KamiSchools

DavidDayII82 May 15 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Yes. That's what I just posted on fb. What are you doing to become a better teacher? I talk with teachers in #ksedchat

In reply to @sarajane7

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:29 PM EDT

What a memorable experience for them! Love this idea #ksedchat All grades?

In reply to @WinkelerD

8to3withMrsV May 15 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3: tracking data makes it really easy to make sure all successes are celebrated- Ss begin to see their own success as well #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:30 PM EDT

#ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:30 PM EDT

I think we all struggle with making the time. Notes are great tangibles that they can revisit #ksedchat

In reply to @SJNeill13

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Yes - "Wow" work. Great idea #ksedchat

In reply to @8to3withMrsV

WinkelerD May 15 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: Honestly it has to be our assembly. I play coy and don't tell the S I picked them. So their reaction is priceless. #ksedchat

nagel_megan May 15 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Q4: I cried with a Mom and P/T conferences because for the first time in her sons school career he made it to Oct w/o a referral! #ksedchat

WinkelerD May 15 @ 9:31 PM EDT

We just do it at the high school. Not sure about lower levels. #ksedchat

In reply to @rachel_mcclaran

sarajane7 May 15 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4: 1 S hadn't made target - on his own, said "at least I improved." Yes! #KSedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Woohoo for surprises! #ksedchat

In reply to @WinkelerD

MsNic_ May 15 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4 I love in-class success stories, but most of mine happen outside of content. Ss overcoming life obstacles, things like that. #ksedchat

Knack_Kaleena May 15 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4: Witnessing a Ss confidence in reading grow, from never wanting to read aloud, to raising his hand a few times a day #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Goosebumps! S is seeing progress #ksedchat

In reply to @sarajane7

azurehenwood May 15 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4: While academic success is important, I love to see how Ss grow socially and emotionally as well. #ksedchat

aboone_angie May 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4: S who doesn't talk to adults-have had 3 conversations with #ksedchat

zlatnikj May 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4: When a kid works hard to get out of MTSS reading intervention after spending all year there. Then working to not go back. #ksedchat

Knack_Kaleena May 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4 cont: having a student make it the whole year without needing a behavior chart like in years past #ksedchat

DavidDayII82 May 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Q4: Mine is when kids come up to me and say "I know your hard on me because you love and care about ME, u just want my best" I 😭 #ksedchat

drewyams May 15 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4. Last week a father told me that for the first time ever his son liked coming to school and felt like people cared. #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:30 PM EDT

#ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4: Favorite T success is one who just needed confidence built to be able to step out and try something new #ksedchat

8to3withMrsV May 15 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4: I had a kiddo this year, who grew leaps and bounds- and when we shared w/mom his successes we both cried #whyiteach #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Those are huge though because they are part of the bigger picture #ksedchat

In reply to @MsNic_

SJNeill13 May 15 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4: When a student becomes a "learner" and not just a student/receiver of information. Blessed to see that transformation in Ss! #ksedchat

azurehenwood May 15 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4:(cont)Seeing Ss grow/learn to self regulate rather than lash out at others. Going from dozens of behavior issues to very few! #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:36 PM EDT

That is an awesome feeling for both of you, I am sure #ksedchat

In reply to @zlatnikj

MsNic_ May 15 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I agree. Ss may not remember parts of speech or which books they read, but they'll remember a listening ear and kind heart #ksedchat

In reply to @rachel_mcclaran

karalu79 May 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: I always love end of the year research projects. Kids tie chem into something that excites them - and the results are fab! #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Wow! That is exactly what we want for all kids. #Awesome #ksedchat

In reply to @drewyams

MsNic_ May 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4 One of my faves is when "problem Ss" mature and take control of their learning and behavior. Love building relationships w/them #ksedchat

heather_newkirk May 15 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4: Students that have to work hard for their progress. They are my heroes. I try to celebrate them as much as possible. #ksedchat

HendershotDavid May 15 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4: When a student goes from saying they are not very good at coding in the fall, to I am great at this in the spring!#ksedchat

JillWebs May 15 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A4: Featuring the notecard confessions. Meant more to the Ss than anyone & it's one of the most read posts https://t.co/rL9UlH5kdJ #ksedchat

aboone_angie May 15 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Sometimes we are the only ones who do, peers can be hard on those kiddos #ksedchat

In reply to @heather_newkirk

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

#ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I am a huge fan of notecard confessions! #ksedchat

In reply to @JillWebs

AnnaCalven May 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

8th grade S who doesn't care and sleeps through most classes starts to work in my study hall class. #ksedchat

HendershotDavid May 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5: also, I find it touching when kids call me a parental name, like dad, grandpa (even mom). It shows a close relationship #ksedchat

aboone_angie May 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

And to her mom #ksedchat

In reply to @JillWebs

MsNic_ May 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Yes! The classes I liked weren't just because of content. They were because of who taught them. #ksedchat

In reply to @DavidDayII82, @rachel_mcclaran

8to3withMrsV May 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A5: we have TOTY Award, and individual principals take time to celebrate successes. Our principal has a special ticket she gives #ksedchat

JillWebs May 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4... Got a very nice note for Teacher App day from a struggling student. It was genuine. Best gift ever! #ksedchat

8to3withMrsV May 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT

To us when we do something special or make an extra effort- the little things make us feel special #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5: We do weekly drawings with community donated prizes. #placetobe373 #ksedchat

DavidDayII82 May 15 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q5: My district is a huge family! It starts at the top! @mdroth20 I know they always have my back! @PeteTweets453 is the best! #ksedchat

WinkelerD May 15 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5: Ss and Ts vote for a teacher of the month, year, etc in addition to the district and building T of the year by the admin. #ksedchat

USD373 May 15 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Deb Hamm joining way late - here to support @nagel_megan and @rachel_mcclaran - two fabulous teachers in Newton USD 373!! #ksedchat

heather_newkirk May 15 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A5: At staff meeting our principal reads ABCD awards staff write for each other and we win prizes. It's seriously my favorite! #ksedchat

WinkelerD May 15 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A5: I also send various Ts a note saying how well they have done and how Ss talk about them positively. #ksedchat

zlatnikj May 15 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A5 Recognition at staff meetings and lots of food! Hard to stay on a halfway decent diet at BLMS #ksedchat

JillWebs May 15 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Our tech guy @ZeraComm gives out the Fred Award each yr to someone who impacts the school in a positive way. Can be anyone! #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:43 PM EDT

What a great feeling to have in your district! #ksedchat

In reply to @DavidDayII82, @mdroth20, @PeteTweets453

nagel_megan May 15 @ 9:43 PM EDT

We have #placetobe373 where Ts post happenings from t classroom & then a weekly winner is drawn. We surprise the lucky T! Fun! #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

So glad you are here! This in one lady who supports us and makes us feel valued #ksedchat

In reply to @USD373, @nagel_megan

AnnaCalven May 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5) We have district wide "fun" days. Usually stretchy pants are involved, sometimes edible treats. #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Maybe stealing this #ksedchat #Awesomeness

In reply to @heather_newkirk

HendershotDavid May 15 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: This is one area we lack. We celebrate personal things like births and deaths but not educational growth #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Ha! #Teacherproblems everywhere! #ksedchat

In reply to @zlatnikj

azurehenwood May 15 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: Weekly gift card drawings for Fab T Fridays, Staff Shout Out Bulletin Boards, years of service recognition at the BOE meetings #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Can't pass up stretchy pants! Some of my favorite special days involved jeans GASP! #ksedchat

In reply to @AnnaCalven

SJNeill13 May 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5: Ts in #313teach have opportunities to lead w/o title. Our admin. @ccouchman let's us shine; she trusts that we put Ss first.#ksedchat

aboone_angie May 15 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Stretchy pants are good when edible treats are involved #ksedchat

In reply to @AnnaCalven

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Sometimes feeling that someone values you in that way is the best recognition of all! #ksedchat

In reply to @SJNeill13, @ccouchman

drewyams May 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A5. In my class we do a weekly, "The answer is..." using a staff name. The kids all write positive questions about that staff. #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Next question coming up! #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT

#ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Wow - That is a great idea! Brings the Ss into the mix. Nothing better than being appreciated by students #ksedchat

In reply to @drewyams

HendershotDavid May 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT

We have new admin next year so I hope to suggest a few of the easy ones. This has been a transition year for us. #ksedchat

In reply to @nagel_megan

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A6: I think that it helps community to view schools in a positive light and that is desperately needed in this political climate #ksedchat

DavidDayII82 May 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Q6: It can have a great impact. I've learned that a school doesn't make a community makes a school. Celebrate with your community! #ksedchat

sarajane7 May 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A6: man, I want to go to some of these schools. Makes the good days better, bad days not as bad. #KSedchat

zlatnikj May 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A6: Invaluable especially where they don't currently exit. Lots of room for improvement! Valued Ts do a better job! #ksedchat

8to3withMrsV May 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A6: it fosters a positive community, builds confidence and pride w/in the student and the building they attend! #ksedchat

USD373 May 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A6: Based on what happened this year, it impacts Ts & community members. Ts are recognized for the great things they do every day. #ksedchat

nagel_megan May 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q6: Any time that we can showcase the Ts, Ss and learning community, we are helping to shine the bright light of Public Education! #ksedchat

AnnaCalven May 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q6 - Helps parents realize that we are there for the Ss for positive reasons. Not just for the $. #ksedchat

WinkelerD May 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6: It shows that you are invested in the Ss beyond the curriculum. #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Amen! Retention of good teachers is vital to district and community success #ksedchat

In reply to @zlatnikj

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:55 PM EDT

#ksedchat

USD373 May 15 @ 9:54 PM EDT

I so agree! I struggle to think of any profession that gives more to those it serves. We need to make sure the positive message is shared!

andredaughty May 15 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3. We'd write a vision board at the beginning of the yr with the misspelled/bad grammar. At the end of the yr, we'd reflect. #ksedchat

heather_newkirk May 15 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6: Positivity is everything. Our school is great about getting as much of the good that happens in our building out into our town #ksedchat

DavidDayII82 May 15 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Q6: I won this, but it's not all about me. It's about the other people who work hard to make my job easy. Love my job! #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Great way to engage the students in reflecting on their growth! #ksedchat

In reply to @andredaughty

azurehenwood May 15 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A6: Relationships with the community stem from pride. School pride=community pride. Gained by understanding value of education! #ksedchat

andredaughty May 15 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A3. Cont. Then we'd share out all the things we've grown in (academic and non). Eye opening for Ss to to their own growth. #ksedchat

JillWebs May 15 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A6) If we are to change the opinions of those outside of education, we MUST SHARE THE GOOD that is happening inside our walls. #ksedchat

rachel_mcclaran May 15 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us tonight Can't wait to go back through the wonderful ideas! Be sure to give new folks a follow! #ksedchat @nagel_megan