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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Welcome to #MakeItReal! Introduce yourselves and tell us the best part of your summer so far!! Mine was SCUBA DIVING!

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Come on over from #kidsdeserveit to #Makeitreal to continue the learning together tonight!

SlaterPBISMN Jul 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Just warming up a great chat join @MathDenisNJ #makeitreal #KidsDeserveIt

sdtitmas Jul 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hey #MakeItReal crew! I'm Scott and I'm a tech integration coach from NJ.

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Bill from PA. Elem principal. Just submitted my Google for Education Certified Trainer application today! #MakeItReal

SteinbrinkLaura Jul 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Appendectomy has slowed me some, but vacay fun & adventure starts Friday!#MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Welcome Scott! Thanks for coming out tonight! #MakeItReal

In reply to @sdtitmas

Vaughn_trapped Jul 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hi. I'm Sara from NC--MS Math. The best part of my summer was spending time with my parents and my mom's sister. #MakeItReal

MsJachymiak Jul 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT

My name is Susan, and I am a pre-service teacher. My favorite part of summer was relaxing on the beach for a while. #Makeitreal

ChouinardJahant Jul 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Melissa from Katy TX #MakeItReal beginning my vacation finally in July in Albuquerque with family.

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hi Bill! Thanks for making it out to #MakeItReal

In reply to @WPMadden

KaraGuiff Jul 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Kara, Indiana 7/8 SpEd, intervention, co-teach, trainer, innovator Best part of my summer has been #@INeLearn #makeitreal

msjbeemer Jul 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hi, Jen here from KC. The best part of my summer so far has been lazy days with my toddler and summer classes. #makeitreal

RadfordAmy Jul 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hi #MakeItReal! Amy from TN. The best part of my summer has been daily napping! #KeepingItSimple

CoachCueva Jul 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Melinda a 7th grade ELA teacher from Rosenberg TX and my favorite part of the summer so far has been sleep! #makeitreal

SaraKiffe Jul 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hi, Sara from Mt. I loved canoing the Clearwater River with my family. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Glad everything is picking up!!! #MakeItReal

In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

What a terrible way to start ur summer. I hope you are doing well. #MakeItReal

In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura

forthekiddoes Jul 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hi y'all! Valerie from Atlanta. Happy to see everyone. #makeitreal

Hudsonwife16 Jul 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hello #MakeItReal I am Shawna a Prek/kindergarten readiness educator from Arizona!

MrDelliSanti Jul 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

I think I'm going to stay up for another round of learning. Angelo, HS Principal from NC! Looking forward to it! #makeitreal

jdcicero147 Jul 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Jason from CT - grade 5 teacher extraordinaire! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hi Sara! Family time is awesome in the summer. My sis and her 5 kids just left so I could chat :) #MakeItReal

In reply to @Vaughn_trapped

TeachRowland Jul 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Gail from KC. Orchestra grs 5-8. Sang & played my ukulele at an open mic night. #makeitreal @SLMSOrch

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Glad I could. How was Hawaii? #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

SlaterPBISMN Jul 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Curt Slater in MN and can't wait to learn with all of you. @Wyomingwildcats #makeitreal

themaurywood Jul 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Maury from Middle TN, I teach technology in 4-6 school. ELA for 7 years prior...We just bought a new home and expecting 4th kid #Makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT

There's still time to register for G Suite Math or Instant Relevance PD Courses at https://t.co/DeFVeHsLly. Come Learn with me #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Welcome! Thanks for making #MakeItReal part of your summer too!

In reply to @MsJachymiak

spiraledu Jul 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hi #makeitreal I'm Sue up in Alaska. Best part of my summer has been hanging out with my son, especially taking him fishing!

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

SteinbrinkLaura Jul 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Right? Getting there...finally! 😄#MakeItReal

In reply to @WPMadden

MrStevenKerr Jul 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hello #MakeItReal I'm Steven, a Middle School Principal from Missouri, @MathDenisNJ you talked me into coming over here from #kidsdeserveit

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hi! Thanks for coming out tonight! Have you heard Weird Al's Albuquerque? #MakeItReal

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

ChouinardJahant Jul 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT

#makeitreal @BretMistergesl @StantonAlana @RickJetter @R_CILR @SoperWritings @sdtitmas @SteinbrinkLaura @EBGtech @Hahne_KingEle @micronmike

ChouinardJahant Jul 5 @ 10:28 AM EDT

I hope to see you tomorrow at 8:30CST/9:30EST for #teachmindful we are jumping back to the 1990's- come join us! Right after #moreEDU

forthekiddoes Jul 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Best part of summer? All of it! Two weeks at the beach with time to breathe. ♥️ Running the Peachtree with my 72 year old dad! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hi Kara! Awesome to hear that Ed Learning is the best part! I just went to #GCparadise in hawaii!! Awesome! #MakeItReal

In reply to @KaraGuiff

cathylw2 Jul 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT

#makeitreal Cathy from Calgary Canada. GT Science. Yup, gotta go with the crew touting sleep as their summer 'activity' so far.

Hudsonwife16 Jul 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT

My favorite part of summer has been being in Seattle to see my nephew graduate HS #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

ChouinardJahant Jul 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT

No. Is that like Meow Wolf in Santa Fe? #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hi Jen, Thanks for coming out! I'm loving the time with my kids (13, 11, 6, and 3!!) #MakeItReal

In reply to @msjbeemer

HMSchoollibrary Jul 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT

I'm Stephanie. Media Specialist in NJ! I brought two toddlers to the beach today and everyone stayed happy, including me! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Question 1 Coming up in 1 minute!!! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Nice. Definitely trying to sneak mine in (i mean, hide from the kids ) #MakeItReal

In reply to @RadfordAmy

RACzyz Jul 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Rich, jumping in from NJ/PA. Glad to join @MathDenisNJ and #MakeItReal tonight!

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Isn't it amazing what sleep means to us? Time for a Sleep Topic #MakeItReal chat!!!

In reply to @CoachCueva

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Looks amazing! Now that has to be added to my list :) #MakeItReal

In reply to @SaraKiffe

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1: What is something new that you experienced for the first time recently? #MakeItReal

CLewis4ed Jul 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Hello! I'm Cindy and this my first time participating in #makeitreal! I'm excited to learn from others tonight while waiting out a storm.

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Hi Val!! Can't wait to see you in a couple weeks! #MakeItReal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

KaraGuiff Jul 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Um. . Me in Indiana, You in Hawaii!!! Jealous!! #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

martianteacher Jul 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Love this quote #MakeItReal

RACzyz Jul 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Rich, jumping in from NJ/PA. Glad to join @MathDenisNJ and #MakeItReal tonight!

AaronGr58249640 Jul 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#Makeitreal joining from MT--K to 4 principal at Frenchtown Elm

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Hi Shawna!!! Thanks for joining us from AZ! #MakeItReal

In reply to @Hudsonwife16

PrincipalFrench Jul 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Hello, Mark here, elementary principal in Hopkins, MN. #MakeItReal

sdtitmas Jul 5 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1 I recently went paddle boarding for the first time at my friends beach house. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us!! Can't wait to hear your #MakeItReal thoughts tnoight

In reply to @MrDelliSanti

martianteacher Jul 5 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Hi!! It's Thomas from NC!! Third grade teacher. I am teaching summer reading camp! 💚meeting new Ss; made our first #booksnap! #MakeItReal

Hudsonwife16 Jul 5 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: That people can be nasty when they are jealous. Instead of wanting what I give my class they tore me down #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

msjbeemer Jul 5 @ 9:38 PM EDT

I attempted to cook a new recipe using a new method of cooking (instapot). I am a fantastic cook usually but not this time #MakeItReal #yuck

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Thanks for coming! I have a 5th going into 6thh grader, so thanks for all the work you do :) #MakeItReal

In reply to @jdcicero147

MrStevenKerr Jul 5 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: I'm a new father this year ,everyday is a new experience,also became a principal of a m.s., so everyday is a new experience #MakeItReal

martianteacher Jul 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Arghhhhh #makeitreal

In reply to @SlaterPBISMN, @Wyomingwildcats

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT

So fun!!! I love open mic! My wife is a music T in NJ and I just sang in NYC this summer :) #MakeItReal

In reply to @TeachRowland, @SLMSOrch

MsJachymiak Jul 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1: I realized the power of using twitter as a pre-service teacher. I never participated in chats before. #makeitreal

teaching_power Jul 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Megan here! 5th grade teacher from IL #MakeItReal

WrightMonkeys Jul 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Kathy @WrightMonkeys Hanging with my new grandson and joining this chat! #MakeItReal

RadfordAmy Jul 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1-I am trying to teach myself about hyperdocs over the summer. It is pretty fun! #makeitreal

KaraGuiff Jul 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1 I flew for the first time recently - at 48 years young. Have been terrified of it, but loved! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Very cool. Check out my post on https://t.co/LHNz3fxiid about my scuba adventure #MakeItReal

In reply to @WPMadden

msjbeemer Jul 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1: I attempted to cook a new recipe using a new method of cooking (instapot). I am a fantastic cook usually but not this time #MakeItReal

PrincipalFrench Jul 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT

My 10 year old great nephew taught me how to drive a tractor for the first time two days ago! #MakeItReal

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Made croissant french toast yesterday morning for the fam. Thanks @PioneerWomanRee #makeitreal

CoachCueva Jul 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1: I cooked some chicken spaghetti for the first time and it was really good!! Shocked myself! Lol #makeitreal

HMSchoollibrary Jul 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I'm remodeling a library! Now that's real... and fun! #MakeItReal

jdcicero147 Jul 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1: Hunting for wicked cool sea shells in OBX with my girls! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1: What is something new that you experienced for the first time recently? #MakeItReal

SteinbrinkLaura Jul 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: Not quite scuba diving with turtles, but I got serious about my baby (young) blog & joined a summer edu blog challenge. Eeek!#MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Awesome! Fishing here in NJ too...but likely...smaller fish :) #MakeItReal

In reply to @spiraledu

megan_chriss Jul 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Megan, social studies JH teacher in Texas. I've loved spending time w/ my partner in crime. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I'm a pretty good salesman. Thanks forjoining us #MakeItReal

In reply to @MrStevenKerr

PrincipalFrench Jul 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I love Pionerr Woman's recipes! #MakeItReal

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Made croissant french toast yesterday morning for the fam. Thanks @PioneerWomanRee #makeitreal

TeachRowland Jul 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: Ukulele open mic night. Usually I just go and listen but this time I SANG and strummed. It felt amazing. #MakeItReal

MrDelliSanti Jul 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: Ive been using my extra time during the summer to cook new recipes. Some have been great and some have been epic fails #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1: What is something new that you experienced for the first time recently? #MakeItReal

teaching_power Jul 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1) I took my first two day road trip to Disney World and loved every minute of it! #MakeItReal

craigklement Jul 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Craig, edtech instructional coach from Texas joining in a little late. So far presenting at #gcparadise and meeting @MathDenisNJ #MakeItReal

AaronGr58249640 Jul 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1: keeping up with growth I look around and new houses are going in daily...have grown 100 Ss in 4 yrs...space is an issue #Makeitreal

bethhill2829 Jul 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1: I attended #ISTE for the first time and it was incredible! #MakeItReal

WrightMonkeys Jul 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1 Riding a fat tire bike down a mountain #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT

nope. https://t.co/WZ3sJKEj2z #MakeItReal

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

RACzyz Jul 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1: Just finished my first year as Principal... an amazing learning experience! https://t.co/YRzV9D1eMo #4OCF #MakeItReal

forthekiddoes Jul 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1 I learned about beach erosion and riptides and catching shark! #makeitreal

woodard_julie Jul 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Woody - Texas - educator- sketchnoter - best part? - getting a new grand baby any hour now? #makeitreal

SlaterPBISMN Jul 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1 Tried to play #spikeball w/ my 18, 19 and 21 yr kids and their friends. I'm not good at it yet but I'm going to keep trying! #MakeItReal

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Haven't found a bad one yet! Love them, too! #MakeItReal

In reply to @PrincipalFrench

Vaughn_trapped Jul 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT

My aunt taught me to make a Norwegian wedding cake a couple weeks ago. She's an expert and rather famous in the area. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT

What an outstanding experience. you should write about it! #MakeItReal

In reply to @RACzyz

megan_chriss Jul 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: Taking my son out on day trips for the first time by myself. He has autism & I've been afraid. It's been awesome so far! #makeitreal

ChouinardJahant Jul 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1 #MakeItReal Making slime, playing with sphero's and building wind powered cars- summer camp w/my students

CLewis4ed Jul 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT

I made Tres Leches cake for the first time thanks to the fabulous guidance of Pioneer Woman! #makeitreal

In reply to @WPMadden, @PioneerWomanRee

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Soooo cool and brave. #MakeItReal

In reply to @TeachRowland

spiraledu Jul 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT

#makeitreal A1. I got to check out fidget spinners for the 1st time (since they hadn't made it to the Arctic yet...) Interesting!

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

focus2achieve Jul 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Oskar, HS T from MN, camping with family and time to write (my guilty pleasure) #MakeItReal

SaraKiffe Jul 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: Using Twitter and participating in educ. chats is new and wonderful for me. I learned so much.#MakeItReal

jdcicero147 Jul 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: Does reading many great books I've never read before count? #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Awesome! ANd perfect opps to learn...about cooing, about yourself, about #growthmindset... Lots of food refs in my book! #MakeItReal

In reply to @MrDelliSanti

MrDelliSanti Jul 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: I've also really gotten into the @planetmoney podcasts this summer. Perfect length for my trip to work. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Question 2 dives in in 1 minute! #makeitreal

KaraGuiff Jul 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Yes, Yes, Yes! I've done a lot of that too! #MakeItReal

jdcicero147 Jul 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: Does reading many great books I've never read before count? #MakeItReal

themaurywood Jul 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1: I filled out my first assistant principal application. Super excited about the possibilities. Also rode my first waterslide #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Wow!!! That will be an awesome new experience for sure!! #MakeItReal

In reply to @woodard_julie

cathylw2 Jul 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT

#makeitreal Last night my daughter helped me make a bitmoji of myself so that I can do booksnaps. I'm so cool! (Hahahahahahaha!!!).

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Right attitude!!! #MakeItReal

In reply to @SlaterPBISMN

craigklement Jul 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1: presenting outside my district at events like #r10tech and #GCparadise. This past year was my 1st as an IC. #MakeItReal

bethhill2829 Jul 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1: I launched a new Twitter chat for my state! #EduAr #MakeItReal

RadfordAmy Jul 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Oh you'll be hooked now! #makeitreal

In reply to @cathylw2

spiraledu Jul 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT

What is spike ball? I'm imagining avoiding a porcupine being thrown at you, lol #makeitreal

In reply to @SlaterPBISMN

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT

What a courageous step. So glad to hear it's going well! #MakeItReal

In reply to @megan_chriss

teaching_power Jul 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1) Also signed up to be a moderator for the first time for EdcampVoice #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q2: How can that experience be used next fall in your classroom? #MakeItReal

forthekiddoes Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A1 I also learned more about Chess--and kept losing to my son--which he loved! #makeitreal

focus2achieve Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Yeah! #MakeItReal

In reply to @SaraKiffe

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT

She's good. I have lots of her books :) #MakeItReal

In reply to @CLewis4ed, @WPMadden, @PioneerWomanRee

learninwitlaney Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A1:My new exp. is getting a job at the high school for reading intervention& coaching soccer! I am coming from middle school😳😃 #makeitreal

cathylw2 Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT

#makeitreal Aargh! Still forgetting answer numbers. This one was A1 (as you probably guessed).

cathylw2 Jul 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT

#makeitreal Last night my daughter helped me make a bitmoji of myself so that I can do booksnaps. I'm so cool! (Hahahahahahaha!!!).

MrDelliSanti Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT

I remember my first time three summers ago in Atlanta. Great time. Overwhelmingly great time. #makeitreal

In reply to @bethhill2829

KaraGuiff Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A1 and playing with GIF #MakeItReal

jdcicero147 Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT

I plan on riding a fat tire bike across PEI in Canada this August 🇨🇦 #MakeItReal

In reply to @WrightMonkeys

brynmw Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT

I'm so jealous. #iste is a conference I need to go to. #MakeItReal

bethhill2829 Jul 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1: I attended #ISTE for the first time and it was incredible! #MakeItReal

sdtitmas Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT

I kind of floated around in one spot 😂 I wouldn't exactly call it a huge success haha #makeitreal

In reply to @SaraKiffe

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT

I've learned more here in 2 yrs than i did in 16 yrs of teaching before. #MakeItReal

In reply to @SaraKiffe

MsJachymiak Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2: I will continue to join twitter chats and expand my PLN to help me make the most out of my student teaching experience. #makeitreal

sdtitmas Jul 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2 pt 1 I could use it to relate to Ss metaphorically (start laying, then kneeling, eventually standing and feeling confident) #MakeItReal

twoguysde Jul 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A1: Going to @schoology Next conference!!!!! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I'd say so!! #MakeItReal

In reply to @jdcicero147

CLewis4ed Jul 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Yes! I'll count it because we get new ideas and perspectives from books! #MakeItReal

In reply to @jdcicero147

MrStevenKerr Jul 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2:Showing Ss that you can take risks. Use tech to show how many miles we covered this summer #MakeItReal

kimmykcollins Jul 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Hey!! Kim from NC....running late!! #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Jul 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Gonna check this out! #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

martianteacher Jul 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A1: Teaching second grade this summer @ reading camp!! #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jul 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2 Chess will be an integral part of my Every Move Matters framework! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

not sure which is scarier! #MakeItReal

In reply to @themaurywood

MsJachymiak Jul 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

In regards to making connections, please follow @TeachFurther. She ties math content to internships and is inspiring. #makeitreal

RadfordAmy Jul 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2-I can use hyperdocs to make my class more engaging and interesting. Summer is a great time to learn new skills! #MakeItReal

bethhill2829 Jul 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2: As a lead learner I plan to take my learning from #ISTE17 to my school family to support kids. #MakeItReal

twoguysde Jul 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

And it is AWESOMEEEEEE!!! #MakeItReal

bethhill2829 Jul 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1: I launched a new Twitter chat for my state! #EduAr #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Awesome!!! When is it? #MakeItReal

In reply to @bethhill2829

craigklement Jul 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2: I can use this extra training experience to become a better trainer for the teachers at my campus. Growth mindset #MakeItReal

sdtitmas Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2 pt 2 Could also use the experience to learn Ss new experiences to write about or "find the math" involved. #MakeItReal

megan_chriss Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2: Even if we have some meltdowns everything is going to be okay. The trip will still be great & the sun will shine. #makeitreal

themaurywood Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2: I can hopefully make a bigger impact as admin. The waterslide can lead to connections w/Ss and lead to summer talks. #makeitreal

martianteacher Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2: learning how to teach a variety to learning styles with different age groups. Helping with differentiation #makeitreal

HMSchoollibrary Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2, ss measuring space for future furniture purchase. Or, ss input with how to utilize space. #MakeItReal

CoachCueva Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2: make sure myself and my students try new experiences. You never know if they'll turn out great like my chicken spaghetti! #makeitreal

MrDelliSanti Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

a2: I think it's an encouragement to know that you can't really fail at anything you put a lot of effort into. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q2: How can that experience be used next fall in your classroom? #MakeItReal

msjbeemer Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2: Remembering that not everything is going to be perfect the first time, trying new things, stepping out of the comfort zone #MakeItReal

Vaughn_trapped Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

It could be turned into a notice/wonder and let the kids decide. #MakeItReal (It end up looking like a cone, but way cooler.)

posickj Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A1 I learned how to use a rototiller in our school's community garden. Broke it twice but got the job done. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1: What is something new that you experienced for the first time recently? #MakeItReal

teaching_power Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2) For me it's all about careful planning but knowing it's ok to have fun and be playful, just like Disney World lol #MakeItReal

kimmykcollins Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A1 A while ago I learned about #hyderdocs #MakeItReal

gvtechteach Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A1: letting my daughter be my navigator 😳#MakeItReal

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2: You don't know unless you try. Try out new things. Might just find something that is really good! #MakeItReal

SlaterPBISMN Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2 10 sets of #spikeball was delivered today @Wyomingwildcats and we will be setting it up for recess. Time to learn a new game #MakeItReal

focus2achieve Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A1 taking my 3yo to soccer #MakeItReal

PrincipalFrench Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2) I can share and model that you're never too old for new learning! #MakeItReal

AaronGr58249640 Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2: zip lining with my 7 year old...got to admit I like routines but not afraid to be a change agent when needed #Makeitreal

sdtitmas Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Goes to show that anyone can be the student, and anyone can be the teacher. #MakeItReal

In reply to @PrincipalFrench

KaraGuiff Jul 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2 flight vs ground vehicle serious injuries, interviewsto find who has flown, age started, longest flights; growth mindset #MakeItReal

kimmykcollins Jul 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2 Going to use #hyperdocs more in the up coming school year along with Google Classroom!! So many ideas! #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Jul 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT

#makeitreal Slime for chemistry, Makerspace activity with sphero's and K'Nex just having some fun too.

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q2: How can that experience be used next fall in your classroom? #MakeItReal

teaching_power Jul 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2) I can use my moderator role to remind me I have a voice that matters and it's ok to lead #MakeItReal

gvtechteach Jul 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2: Even when you are not ready for change, embrace it #MakeItReal

BBaumeyer Jul 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2: not being afraid to take chances! "If a captain's sole purpose was to preserve his ship, he'd keep it in port forever" #MakeItReal

focus2achieve Jul 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Hi! I live in MPLS but work in Woodbury #makeitreal

In reply to @SaraKiffe

TeachRowland Jul 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2: Participation can take many forms. Respect the comfort level of each S while continuing to encourage performance growth #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Very cool! #MakeItReal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

craigklement Jul 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Yes! Love how #hyperdocs make learning more engaging for students than worksheets! #MakeItReal

In reply to @RadfordAmy

jdcicero147 Jul 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2: Whether it's a real life experience or a book - adventure awaits - seize it and you'll learn more than you could imagine! #MakeItReal

MrDelliSanti Jul 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Great thought. I wish more STs and beginning teachers saw the online community as a huge resource. #makeitreal

In reply to @MsJachymiak

BBaumeyer Jul 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Same here! #MakeItReal

brynmw Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT
I'm so jealous. #iste is a conference I need to go to. #MakeItReal
- bethhill2829 Jul 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT
  
  A1: I attended #ISTE for the first time and it was incredible! #MakeItReal

twoguysde Jul 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2: I love trying new things because it reminds us what it feels like to be a student trying something new. #TheStrugglesIsReal #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Jul 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Thank you Denis Gotta to jump away- family calls. Hope to see you in #moreEdu & #teachmindful tomorrow & #stucentclass Friday #MakeItReal

PrincipalFrench Jul 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2) Also share that a 58 year old can learn from a 10 year old! #MakeItReal

WrightMonkeys Jul 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2 I experienced a lot of different emotions, especially fear. I can use this experience to talk about stamina and not giving up #makeitreal

SaraKiffe Jul 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2: I will bring back how fantastic it feels to collaborate and be passionate about something w/my Ss.#MakeItReal

KaraGuiff Jul 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Yes, sad that so many don't understand the power for amazingness at their fingertips! #MakeItReal

MrDelliSanti Jul 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Great thought. I wish more STs and beginning teachers saw the online community as a huge resource. #makeitreal
In reply to @MsJachymiak

posickj Jul 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2 Our community garden is kept up by our students, & they're learning as they go along. Making natural deer repellent tomorrow. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q2: How can that experience be used next fall in your classroom? #MakeItReal

CLewis4ed Jul 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2 I want to use food in my teaching b/c who doesn't love food? The books I've read this summer have already sprouted new ideas #makeitreal

bethhill2829 Jul 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Every Thursday at 8:30 CST! #makeitreal #EduAr

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Great point! That's when we grow. #MakeItReal

In reply to @msjbeemer

MrDelliSanti Jul 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Absolutely. I think the key is gently pushing for that growth. It's okay to be a little uncomfortable. #makeitreal

TeachRowland Jul 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2: Participation can take many forms. Respect the comfort level of each S while continuing to encourage performance growth #MakeItReal

cathylw2 Jul 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Yes! #makeitreal

twoguysde Jul 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2: I love trying new things because it reminds us what it feels like to be a student trying something new. #TheStrugglesIsReal #MakeItReal

craigklement Jul 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Exactly! It's important for our students to know that we are still learning and growing too. #MakeItReal

In reply to @PrincipalFrench

VeliaViola1 Jul 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Hi Celia joining in to #makeitreal

SteinbrinkLaura Jul 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: Can get my Ss blogging, share my experiences /blog, & create a blog challenge & have all S blogs feed into 1 site as posted. #MakeItReal

Hudsonwife16 Jul 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT

It is an awesome one!! #MakeItReal #EDuAR

In reply to @bethhill2829, @MathDenisNJ

focus2achieve Jul 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2 gaining better appreciation for the fact that new experiences can be rough, anxiety provoking; paying attention to #SEL more #MakeItReal

RadfordAmy Jul 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT

I'm going to read that from a teacher friend when school resumes. For now, I am using their website. #MakeItReal

In reply to @sdtitmas, @craigklement, @LScumpieru

VeliaViola1 Jul 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A1. Just learned how to snapchat. Keeping up with what my Ss are doing #Makeitreal

teaching_power Jul 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2) Dream big like Walt did, but with lessons in my class...go for it! #MakeItReal

sdtitmas Jul 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT

#MakeItReal #LeadLAP

In reply to @BBaumeyer

EDUcre8ive Jul 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A1: VR (at ISTE) I'm John from WeVideo by the way. Joining late #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Question 3 is ready in just 1 minute!! #Makeitreal

KaraGuiff Jul 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2 virtual flights for Ss?? #MakeItReal

focus2achieve Jul 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT

It helps creativity too #MakeItReal

jdcicero147 Jul 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2: Whether it's a real life experience or a book - adventure awaits - seize it and you'll learn more than you could imagine! #MakeItReal

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Absolutely. We have to model what we are asking our Ss to do. #MakeItReal

In reply to @HMSchoollibrary

MrDelliSanti Jul 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Feed them and they will come. Ancient Proverb (Ancient defined: as long as schools have been around.) #makeitreal

CLewis4ed Jul 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2 I want to use food in my teaching b/c who doesn't love food? The books I've read this summer have already sprouted new ideas #makeitreal

BBaumeyer Jul 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT

I have a lot of fear in my new position, use it to talk about persevering! #MakeItReal

WrightMonkeys Jul 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2 I experienced a lot of different emotions, especially fear. I can use this experience to talk about stamina and not giving up #makeitreal

craigklement Jul 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT

I'm on my phone, but when I get to my computer I can send you a hyperdoc I created that is an intro into hyperdocs. #makeitreal

In reply to @sdtitmas, @RadfordAmy, @LScumpieru

msjbeemer Jul 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2-2:Can relate experience to my students, I teach reading in HS & many times they are uncomfortable b/c they have failed before #MakeItReal

RadfordAmy Jul 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT

I had a 12 year old student teach that to me just last year! #makeitreal

In reply to @VeliaViola1

ms_held_teacher Jul 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A1: Teaching EL students for the first time in summer school. #makeitreal

EDUcre8ive Jul 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2: it might be too new still. Need to digest it. On the other hand - maybe the Ss can come up w/ clever T&L scenarios #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q3: What is a recent “First Time” Experience you or your Students made Relevant in your classroom? #MakeItReal

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Great pics! Always wanted to drive one of those. #makeitreal

In reply to @PrincipalFrench

focus2achieve Jul 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Keep spreading the good word! #ifyoubuildittheywillcome #MakeItReal

In reply to @MrDelliSanti, @MsJachymiak

MrDelliSanti Jul 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Yep. It's great for learning, clarifying values, and finding your "voice." Keep it up! #makeitreal

In reply to @MsJachymiak

themaurywood Jul 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A1: Oooo, I built our school's website using @Wix. I'm super excited for the launch. #makeitreal

jdcicero147 Jul 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Agreed, creativity is essential and comes from everywhere & everthing, sometimes we miss this. #makeitreal

In reply to @focus2achieve

spiraledu Jul 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2. #makeitreal Someone old me that she heard that fidget spinners start fires...🔥 want to do that experiment now! Show to do your research!

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MWhite222 Jul 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT

#MakeItReal Michael from MSP, MN jumping in. Tech teacher.

ms_held_teacher Jul 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2: Teaching EL Ss has opened my eyes to all the visual cues I'm not providing to my Ss. I will be changing that in the Fall! #makeitreal

sdtitmas Jul 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT

We are a Microsoft district so Im going to figure out how we can adapt the concept. #makeitreal

In reply to @RadfordAmy, @craigklement, @LScumpieru

takealeighp Jul 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2: A #Fulbright project to China! I plan to share geography and language with my 2nd graders. #kidsdeserveit #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

sdtitmas Jul 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3 Our favorite #MakeItReal experience was using fidget spinners in school. Not first time with spinners but 1st time allowed in school.

learninwitlaney Jul 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A2: I'm going to have 2 change my teaching a lot for high school, so I am excited 4 the growth and change I'll go thru this year #makeitreal

PrincipalFrench Jul 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Come to Minnesota and we'll take a drive to my family's farm in South Dakota! #MakeItReal

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Great pics! Always wanted to drive one of those. #makeitreal
In reply to @PrincipalFrench

Hudsonwife16 Jul 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3: That my Pre-k was ready for simple addition. Something I never thought I would have to teach but we all rocked it #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT

They Do!!! They SPARK learning and IGNITE passion in students!!! #MakeItReal

In reply to @spiraledu

MrDelliSanti Jul 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT

One of the best quotes ever. #makeitreal

sdtitmas Jul 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT

#MakeItReal #LeadLAP
In reply to @BBaumeyer

JrTeems Jul 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Read the Holy Bible. #MakeItReal

TeachRowland Jul 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Amen! This rings true with so many things. #MakeItReal

sdtitmas Jul 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT

#MakeItReal #LeadLAP
In reply to @BBaumeyer

posickj Jul 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3 We made a goal chain for reading and hung it in the commons all year long. We were able to refer to it all year long. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q3: What is a recent “First Time” Experience you or your Students made Relevant in your classroom? #MakeItReal

AaronGr58249640 Jul 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3: trying to get everyone to see the whole child and not look at data to make all educational decisions #Makeitreal

craigklement Jul 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3:I learned about @flipgrid before the EdCamp I helped organize. Loved getting to share with my teachers and admin #MakeItReal

MrStevenKerr Jul 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3: Our Ss wrote argumentative essays regarding why or why not if fidget spinners should be allowed in school #MakeItReal

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3: 3D printing fidget spinners. Ss picked up on it way faster than I did & they didn't mind revising work at all. Inspiring #MakeItReal

spiraledu Jul 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT

...and even if they did start fires, wouldn't that mean they they would be excellent survival gear? Lol #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

teaching_power Jul 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3) Creating personalized stories for kindergarteners in our building using google slides, new For All of us and so much fun #MakeItReal

MsJachymiak Jul 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3: I utilized discovery learning for the first time and had students figure out the volume and surface area of pyramids. #makeitreal

VeliaViola1 Jul 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Lol it took some practice to get the concept. I'm a pro now. #MakeItReal

In reply to @RadfordAmy

focus2achieve Jul 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Yes- new experiences really open entire new worlds for our Ss and ourselves #MakeItReal

In reply to @jdcicero147

brynmw Jul 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Great educhat (I am just realizing what the Ar stands for.....) #soCanadian #EduAr #MakeItReal

bethhill2829 Jul 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1: I launched a new Twitter chat for my state! #EduAr #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

If they do...make new slogans. Fidget Spinners...Can't Live Without Them! #MakeItReal

In reply to @spiraledu

megan_chriss Jul 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3: Was a technologist for 3 yrs. Worked w/ many Ts co-teaching new tools. Fav was teaching Ss & Ts to code! #makeitreal

learninwitlaney Jul 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3: Novel studies and making reading come alive with Harry Potter! I am a nerd but it warmed my ❤️to see my kids looove reading! #makeitreal

RadfordAmy Jul 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3-Based on an idea from a previous #makeitreal chat, I had my Ss make flipgrids defending the use of fidget spinners in class.

craigklement Jul 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

You can make that work. You can also try Thinglink #Makeitreal

In reply to @sdtitmas, @RadfordAmy, @LScumpieru

bethhill2829 Jul 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3: Our teacher librarian did author Skypes with some of our grade levels! #MakeItReal

Hudsonwife16 Jul 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A2: Depends on the children's level. If they are ready for the next step then yes but it is all at their pace #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

That is fantastic! #MakeItReal

In reply to @MrDelliSanti

msjbeemer Jul 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3: Having students analyze their own data. When they see their own growth it becomes so much more powerful #MakeItReal

cathylw2 Jul 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

#makeitreal A2: I hope to promote learning from each other a lot more, and much more than just the competencies/objectives. Passions.

MWhite222 Jul 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A1: Spending 2 days/wk home w/my 3 yo all summer. Never a dull moment! Discovering parks & rec I never knew existed. #MakeItReal

spiraledu Jul 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

I was so surprised how there was such a bad negative opinion on fidget spinners vs. all the good I've heard on twitter #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

jfprovencher27 Jul 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3 twitter with the community #makeitreal

HMSchoollibrary Jul 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3- participated in mystery Skype sessions! Loved it. Interested in more for the fall. Anyone? #MakeItReal

SaraKiffe Jul 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3: Skyping with author/artist @RubinPingk. He is amazing, & gives fantastic presentation for clssrms.#MakeItReal

KaraGuiff Jul 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3 We dabbed with so many Global Connections - it's universal! Used deflate gate scandal for test prep materials - #MakeItReal

ms_held_teacher Jul 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3: Pokémon Go multi-digit add & sub. Fidget spinner multi-digit adding. #makeitreal

MrDelliSanti Jul 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT

I need to read it. @carrietulbert gave a great recommendation for it the other day. #makeitreal

In reply to @sdtitmas, @carrietulbert

sdtitmas Jul 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT

This is a huge step Adriana! What better resource is there than thousands upon thousands of passionate, like-minded educators? #makeitreal

In reply to @AdrianaDiaz04

jdcicero147 Jul 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3: Watching a S reimagine a fidget spinner in a prototype for an umbrella beach fan! #MakeItReal

craigklement Jul 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Stations, review choice boards, the entire lesson. I know some teachers creating units and even their syllabus using #hyperdocs #makeitreal

In reply to @focus2achieve, @RadfordAmy

CoachCueva Jul 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3: Had our first 8th grade formal! Ss helped with everything. Gave them great leadership experience and they had a blast! #makeitreal

gvtechteach Jul 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3: Having students find apps that fit the objectives and writing reviews on them. They then had to present findings! #MakeItReal

KaraGuiff Jul 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3 @BookSnapsREAL was an amazing way for my Ss to #MakeItReal #booksnaps

forthekiddoes Jul 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3 We learned about being comfortable w/being uncomfortable in our learning. It nudged my Littles to great things. #makeitreal

focus2achieve Jul 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Oh yeah! Glad to see not everyone fears the evil fidget spinners lol #MakeItReal

In reply to @WPMadden

WrightMonkeys Jul 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3 Teaching engineering using our new Makerspace room/supplies. The creativity the kids use is amazing! #makeitreal

msjbeemer Jul 5 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Many times students don't ever see their own reading scores or understand what the number means. Knowledge is power #MakeItReal

cathylw2 Jul 5 @ 9:56 PM EDT

#makeitreal Aha! #innovatorsmindset

jdcicero147 Jul 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3: Watching a S reimagine a fidget spinner in a prototype for an umbrella beach fan! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:56 PM EDT

I can't keep up!!! There's too many fantastic ideas going on here. Read the Archive later at https://t.co/totsEzA6j8 #MakeItReal

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Can't miss opportunities to use things like fidget spinners in the classroom! #makeitreal

In reply to @MrStevenKerr

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Thanks for another awesome chat! So glad to get #MakeItReal back up!! Let me know if you'd like to host sometime!! Summer's open :)

sdtitmas Jul 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT

So glad #MakeItReal was back tonight! One of my favorite weekly #edchats !

SteinbrinkLaura Jul 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A3: We did #MysterySkype and screencasting. The Ss really loved the #MysterySkype. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Did a whole page of lessons on them in may! https://t.co/zIb7KUzaUM #MakeItReal

In reply to @focus2achieve, @WPMadden

gvtechteach Jul 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT

those are always fun! #MakeItReal

In reply to @CoachCueva

sdtitmas Jul 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Check out 140 Twitter Tips for Educators by @ScottRRocco @bradmcurrie & @wkrakower Great resource to learn about Twitter for edu #makeitreal

In reply to @AdrianaDiaz04, @ScottRRocco, @bradmcurrie, @wkrakower

themaurywood Jul 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT

I've used this before. We VR dove with sharks, shared on @flipgrid, and then wrote about it. #makeitreal

WrightMonkeys Jul 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Thanks all! This was a great first time experience! #makeitreal

Hudsonwife16 Jul 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Another great one!!! Thank you #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MrDelliSanti Jul 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT

I made this graphic last year with a picture my wife took while we were sailing under the Golden Gate Bridge. Still love it. #makeitreal

MrDelliSanti Jun 29 @ 10:32 PM EDT

Where is your ship? Exploring the vastness of the ocean, or floating in the safety of the harbor? #jchslife

takealeighp Jul 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Hand written #penpal letters. #2ndgr gave their best effort and were motivated by getting a response. #MakeItReal #kidsdeserveit

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

LOL! Nope not me. Problem is always the solution...regardless if the problem drives others nuts...lol #MakeItReal

In reply to @focus2achieve

MWhite222 Jul 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A2: Seeing the mundane (dead fish) at lakeshore as learning space & time to be creative. A young child's imagination is amazing. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks for being with us!! #MakeItReal

In reply to @WrightMonkeys

kimmykcollins Jul 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3 Bottle flipping and Fidget Spinners....loved them!! Got to teach others about the positives of them! #MakeItReal

themaurywood Jul 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3: We used a hyperdoc. The Ss loved how everything was in one place. #makeitreal

Vaughn_trapped Jul 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3-I'm struggling here #MakeItReal tweeps.We had a giant slip & slide this year, but too late to tie it to anything. Thinking...next year.

forthekiddoes Jul 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks @MathDenisNJ & everyone for these relevant ideas! Hope everyone continues to enjoy summer! #makeitreal

MsJachymiak Jul 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thank you @MathDenisNJ for an incredible chat! I love learning with all of you. #makeitreal

AaronGr58249640 Jul 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks for the great chat tonight...has me reflecting on some things #Makeitreal

MrDelliSanti Jul 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks for a great chat, everyone! Enjoyed learning with you all! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Thanks for another awesome chat! So glad to get #MakeItReal back up!! Let me know if you'd like to host sometime!! Summer's open :)

MrStevenKerr Jul 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks #MakeItReal for a great chat, have a great week!

sdtitmas Jul 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

It's incredible! For admins, coaches, anyone. It certainly does the PIRATE name proud in my opinion. #LeadLAP #makeitreal

In reply to @MrDelliSanti, @carrietulbert

focus2achieve Jul 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3 #flexibleseating which led to better relationships, more student choice in hiw they learn and gave many a voice #makeitreal

CoachCueva Jul 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

@MathDenisNJ great job with the chat tonight! Inspired as always!! #makeitreal

MrStevenKerr Jul 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Correct, you can really get some 6th graders fired up discussing those items, this Ts did #MakeItReal

In reply to @WPMadden

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Got into bottle flipping too in class. Ss couldn't wait to get there. So exciting. Love your point about teaching others the +'s #makeitreal

In reply to @kimmykcollins

spiraledu Jul 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT

My 3rd graders reviewed Math apps. They were tough reviewers, really didn't like a lot of things! #makeitreal

In reply to @gvtechteach

posickj Jul 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A3 We started a @sphero club this year, too. https://t.co/kzrii5d25d #makeitreal

focus2achieve Jul 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Yes you did my friend! #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @WPMadden

msjbeemer Jul 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT

@MathDenisNJ thanks for a great first #edchat sharing with all the new teachers this year who need a boost! #MakeItReal

sdtitmas Jul 5 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Talk about student engagement! Check out my friend @themaurywood #makeitreal #tlap

themaurywood Jul 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT

I've used this before. We VR dove with sharks, shared on @flipgrid, and then wrote about it. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 10:00 PM EDT

What's great is that their reviews revealed what they care about mist in math learning. now... #MakeItReal ...

In reply to @spiraledu, @gvtechteach

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Thanks everyone & @MathDenisNJ for a fantastic chat! Have a great rest of your week. #MakeItReal

focus2achieve Jul 5 @ 10:01 PM EDT

This is the criticism ken robinson is talking about #makeitreal

In reply to @spiraledu, @gvtechteach

CoachCueva Jul 5 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Make sure to follow my great friend and incredible teacher @learninwitlaney Show her some love! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us. Come back each week!!! #MakeItReal and check out https://t.co/JmvfnZECrl for more ideas and our chat archive

In reply to @msjbeemer

randomawwpics Jul 5 @ 10:01 PM EDT

#MakeItReal

CLewis4ed Jul 5 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A3 Had weekly grade meetings where Ss and Ts shared experiences from the week. #makeitreal

SteinbrinkLaura Jul 5 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Thanks @MathDenisNJ for a great #MakeItReal chat!

MrDelliSanti Jul 5 @ 10:01 PM EDT

The feeling is mutual! #makeitreal

In reply to @sdtitmas

posickj Jul 5 @ 10:01 PM EDT

@MsJachymiak @bethhill2829 Here's a picture if you wanted to see our goal chain. #makeitreal

ms_held_teacher Jul 5 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Another Wildcat from Wyoming, MN joining the #makeitreal chat scene!

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @WrightMonkeys

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 10:02 PM EDT

That's awesome!! did you blog about this at all? #MakeItReal

In reply to @posickj, @MsJachymiak, @bethhill2829

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jul 5 @ 10:03 PM EDT

The more the merrier!! #MakeItReal

In reply to @ms_held_teacher, @WrightMonkeys

forthekiddoes Jul 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Me too!! Didn't even get BBQ after the race yesterday so can't wait!!!! #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

learninwitlaney Jul 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

First twitter chat for me was a success!! Thanks @CoachCueva helping me through it😂 @MathDenisNJ this was fun and inspiring!! #makeitreal

posickj Jul 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

It's kind of in this blog which is one of our weekly staff nuts and bolts communications. https://t.co/3bC1tIIREk #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @MsJachymiak, @bethhill2829

WPMadden Jul 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Next time I'm in Minnesota, I'll take you up on that. #MakeItReal

In reply to @PrincipalFrench

cathylw2 Jul 5 @ 10:05 PM EDT

#makeitreal You've basically summarized the whole year! Haha!

kimmykcollins Jul 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3 Bottle flipping and Fidget Spinners....loved them!! Got to teach others about the positives of them! #MakeItReal

VeliaViola1 Jul 5 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Love it! Started one too for my school and now selling football tickets to raise money for more #makeitreal

In reply to @posickj, @Sphero

posickj Jul 5 @ 10:07 PM EDT

@Sphero has been added to our 5th grade Science curriculum, too. Coding is catching on. #makeitreal

In reply to @VeliaViola1, @Sphero, @Sphero

MWhite222 Jul 5 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A3: I did tech 'take apart' w/125 4th graders in 4 classes & then junk sculptures, painted all silver. All had a blast! #MakeItReal

stevenhelmick Jul 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Steven Helmick - I climbed a 14er in the Rockies! #makeitreal

VeliaViola1 Jul 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Outstanding. My goal is to purchase more. #Makeitreal

In reply to @posickj, @Sphero

mlmchugh Jul 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Include mannequin challenges, and you've got me year summed up too :) #makeitreal

In reply to @cathylw2

cathylw2 Jul 5 @ 10:12 PM EDT

#makeitreal Ditto! I liked how tonight's questions seem to echo @burgessdave: gather life experiences to add to teaching repertoire.

forthekiddoes Jul 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks @MathDenisNJ & everyone for these relevant ideas! Hope everyone continues to enjoy summer! #makeitreal

mlmchugh Jul 5 @ 10:13 PM EDT

What have you done with your @Sphero? We made #spheroart with 6th graders at #LDI. #makeitreal

In reply to @posickj, @VeliaViola1, @Sphero, @Sphero

cathylw2 Jul 5 @ 10:13 PM EDT

#makeitreal Ah yes. How quickly we forget!

mlmchugh Jul 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Include mannequin challenges, and you've got me year summed up too :) #makeitreal
In reply to @cathylw2

mlmchugh Jul 5 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Do you have pix? Would love to see the process & product! #MakeItReal

In reply to @MWhite222

VeliaViola1 Jul 5 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Love it! Had my Ts use it in coding club. #makeitreal

In reply to @mlmchugh, @posickj, @Sphero

VeliaViola1 Jul 5 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Wow! Love it. So much to learn #makeitreal

In reply to @posickj, @mlmchugh, @Sphero

JayBilly2 Jul 5 @ 10:19 PM EDT

#makeitreal

TeachRowland Jul 5 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Talk about making it real.... MUSIC! #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @SLMSOrch

RubinPingk Jul 5 @ 10:27 PM EDT

I'm always available for Skypes/Hangouts! It's my favorite part of the job. :) Your class was awesome, Sara. Super smarties. #MakeItReal

In reply to @SaraKiffe