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Student engagement creates a better quality learning environment and helps to solidify learning. When students are engaged they are able to ask questions, respond and react to classmates ideas, and overall improve their understanding more effectively and efficiently than a teacher simply outputting information.
My commitment to keeping students engaged is to encourage even our young Kinders to explain their ideas, to have eye contact with their peers, and to react to their peers' ideas ("me too" hand sign, thumbs up/down, raise hand and add more, etc.). Although it is a challenge for them to maintain focus and be aware of each other in the learning environment. I will encourage these skills to reinforce the idea that our class is a team to help each other learn and grow.

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Student engagement is why I became a teacher. Seeing the excitement in my students' faces when I show up in a funny costume or if I make up a dance or song to teach them vowel sounds, is truly why I got into teaching. Without them being engaged, what's the point? Students learn best when they are interested in what they are being taught.

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Student engagement is:
I like being here.
What I say matters.
I understand what I’m learning is important.
I respect my friends and teacher.
I’m going to remember this, because it was fun learning something new.
I want to share what I learned with my family.

When students are motivated, the learning environment transforms.

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Student engagement is important because engaged students are excited about learning.  Creating engaging lessons not only keeps the students’ interest, it also helps motivate them to participate and learn.    My commitment to keep students engaged in learning everyday would including building relationships with the students, providing them with a choice of activities, and making lessons fun by adding some competition.

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Student engagement matters because it improves their performance which in turn positively affects their overall growth. When they are engaged, they devote their full attention to the task and enjoy learning. I commit to keeping my students engaged through activities that include their interests and allowing opportunities to discuss and share their ideas more often. 

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Student engagement matters because it improves their performance which in turn positively affects their overall growth. When they are engaged, they devote their full attention to the task and enjoy learning. I commit to keeping my students engaged through activities that include their interests and allowing opportunities to discuss and share their ideas more often. 

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Student engagement is essential because it allows students to remember the information and relate it to things that matter to them. My commitment is to keep students engaged by providing time to collaborate, including student choice and opinions as well as making sure the lesson is relevant to students.

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Student engagement matters because it is what drives the classroom. A classroom is only deemed most successful when the students are the ones taking control of their learning. When students are highly engaged and involved in their learning they are more likely to retain the information being taught. My commitment to keep students engaged is to build relationships with them to make them feel comfortable enough to be apart of the classroom. I plan to meet my students where they are by connecting with them and making them feel apart of their learning.

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Student engagement is the key to learning. You can create all of the anchor charts and plan small groups but if the students are not engaged in their learning, they will not be nearly as successful. Students need to see our passion for learning and see how engaged we are in order for them to start to find their own passion. My commitment to keep students engaged in learning is to do everything in my power to ensure that their teachers have all the tools and materials to find the fun in education and to smile everyday to demonstrate my love and passion for education.

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Student engagement matters because it motivates students to retain the information. If the students are engaged, and the learning is fun, they will be more inclined to be attentive and focus on the material they are learning. My commitment to keep students engaged in learning everyday would be to mix up my style and find things that engage all learners based on their different needs/interests. I also like to allow them to learn from their peers and brainstorm different ideas.

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Student engagement matters because it is the key to creating intrinsically motivated students. If students are engaged in their learning, it gives them a sense of power and responsibility in their education. It also motivates them to come to school every day ready to learn. I commit to always trying to find new strategies to keep students engaged throughout the school year! Jazmin White

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Student engagement matters because it is the key to creating intrinsically motivated students. If students are engaged in their learning, it gives them a sense of power and responsibility in their education. It also motivates them to come to school every day ready to learn. I commit to always trying to find new strategies to keep students engaged throughout the school year! Jazmin White

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Student engagement matters, because when students are engaged then they are more willing to pay attention and learn. My commitment to keeping students engaged in learning everyday is to make sure that my lessons are engaging and hand-ons. nI want to make sure that the parts of my lessons reach visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners. I also want to meet my students where they are, while working to build their stamina and independence, and eliminate their learned helplessness. I want to see their progression and celebrate their success like they are the huge deals that they are! I want them to know and feel how proud of them that I am and how honored I am to be their teacher.

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When students are engaged and motivated, students' confidence and learning potential will grow. I commit to engaging my learners through hands on activities and having them being active participants in their learning.

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When students are engaged, they will take ownership in their learning. Students will put forth more effort and leave each lesson feeling more confident in their ability to use the new skills. In order to keep all students engaged, we need to make sure that we plan lessons that address all types of learners. In my classroom, I give my students opportunities for gallery walks so that they can see other work and give constructive feedback. I try to take time to build necessary background knowledge so that they can be successful.  The kids get real involved when we have some friendly competition practicing skills such as writing sight words. They cheer each other on and help out their classmates. All of the students want to work hard to do well when they know that their work and effort matters. I try to make each day meaningful by engaging my students in many ways.  Amy K.

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When students are engaged, they will take ownership in their learning. Students will put forth more effort and leave each lesson feeling more confident in their ability to use the new skills. In order to keep all students engaged, we need to make sure that we plan lessons that address all types of learners. In my classroom, I give my students opportunities for gallery walks so that they can see other work and give constructive feedback. I try to take time to build necessary background knowledge so that they can be successful.  The kids get real involved when we have some friendly competition practicing skills such as writing sight words. They cheer each other on and help out their classmates. All of the students want to work hard to do well when they know that their work and effort matters. I try to make each day meaningful by engaging my students in many ways.  Amy K.

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Student engagement is essential to giving students ownership and responsibility for their learning. We can force a student to be engaged simply by telling them to do so. It is our job as educators to help students find a passion for learning. Involving students' strengths and individuality is an incredible motivator. It also helps send the message to students that they are important and capable. We can build their confidence in so many ways beyond telling them "good job"! 

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Student engagement is essential to giving students ownership and responsibility for their learning. We can force a student to be engaged simply by telling them to do so. It is our job as educators to help students find a passion for learning. Involving students' strengths and individuality is an incredible motivator. It also helps send the message to students that they are important and capable. We can build their confidence in so many ways beyond telling them "good job"! 

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Student engagement matters because it allows the student ownership of their learning and helps them to make connections.  As Library Media Specialist, I commit to  keep students engaged in learning everyday.  Emily Style introduced the term "windows and mirrors" when reading books.  With 'windows,' students are viewing the book while experiencing someone else's life/culture that they may not be familiar with.  With  'mirrors,' students are reading a book about a character that is of their same culture or experiences and helps to build their identity.  Having books that balance both helps to make students more well-rounded while also building their self-esteem.  -Hawkins

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Student engagement matters because it allows the student ownership of their learning and helps them to make connections.  As Library Media Specialist, I commit to  keep students engaged in learning everyday.  Emily Style introduced the term "windows and mirrors" when reading books.  With 'windows,' students are viewing the book while experiencing someone else's life/culture that they may not be familiar with.  With  'mirrors,' students are reading a book about a character that is of their same culture or experiences and helps to build their identity.  Having books that balance both helps to make students more well-rounded while also building their self-esteem.  -Hawkins

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Student engagement is the key to learning.  An engaged student is present, physically and mentally.  Engaged students want to be at school and are upset / disappointed when they have to miss.  I commit to trying new strategies to keep my students engaged.  To bring the fun back to learning!

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Student engagement is so important in keeping kids focused and excited about learning.  By connecting content to students' lives, providing opportunities for collaboration and choice, students are more likely to be invested in their education.  The teacher-student relationship is also a big factor in motivating kids.   

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Student engagement is so important in keeping kids focused and excited about learning.  By connecting content to students' lives, providing opportunities for collaboration and choice, students are more likely to be invested in their education.  The teacher-student relationship is also a big factor in motivating kids.   

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I commit to modeling and helping teachers find ways to motivate their students and themselves so that everyone is happy to come to school and know that we're in this together! -Michele Giguere

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When students are engaged and feel welcomed they want to come to school and are motivated to participate in their learning. To engage the students it's important to get to know them (likes and dislikes), and make them feel supported and loved. Then in lessons/classroom instruction giving them choices, developing discussions, and providing group activities to teach collaboration and appropriate social interaction. I commitment to getting to know our students to make them feel welcome and supported as well as creating activities in my monthly lessons that engage the students.

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Student engagement is important for students enjoy learning. Students look forward to school and learning everyday.

My commitment to keep students engaged daily is to include turn/talk, partner or group work, movement activities. For instance, in reading, students color coded the rubric and wrote in the color pencil following the rubic. The student found it engaging, but learning how to use a rubric with a written response.

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Student engagement is like adding fuel to the fire. Teachers can bring the materials/lessons to "build the fire" but we need students to engage in order for the fire to burn. Without the students buying into the lesson and having a connection in some way, the lesson is flat. Sometimes lesson engagement come naturally due to the content or skill. Often times, the lesson needs to be "jazzed up" or enhanced to keep students from mentally checking out.

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Student engagement is so important. It is necessary for students to learn and understand concepts. Being engaged also makes them feel as if they have a stake in what is going on in the classroom. I commit to keeping students engaged by giving them a voice and a choice in how they learn best. I also loved the idea of an anonymous check in where they can post if they need help, or to keep going, or slow down. Engagement leads to our students feeling connected.

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Student engagement matters since learning would not take place without their participation, discussions and their perception on schoolwork. I commit to keeping our students engaged by making sure their social emotional skills are being met. If a student is not emotionally ready to engage, there will be a barrier for the learning process to take place. I hope to learn what each of the clients on my caseload needs to be successful in the classroom emotionally, so they can engage with their teachers and classmates.

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Student engagement is essential and necessary in the pre-k classroom. For many pre-k students this is their first formal school experience. Having go to engagement strategies helps students feel comfortable and excited to come to school and learn every day. I  referred to a Bright Hub article titled Teaching Engagement in Preschool. For me, this article reinforced developmentally appropriate ways to motivate and engage our littlest learners. The article states the best ways to engage pre-k students is to establish routines, keep lessons short, employ visuals, hands on activities and use concrete materials. I commit to increasing engagement during story time by  getting students active. I can have them repeat phrases or sounds, match pictures, and act out parts of the story.

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Student engagement is essential and necessary in the pre-k classroom. For many pre-k students this is their first formal school experience. Having go to engagement strategies helps students feel comfortable and excited to come to school and learn every day. I  referred to a Bright Hub article titled Teaching Engagement in Preschool. For me, this article reinforced developmentally appropriate ways to motivate and engage our littlest learners. The article states the best ways to engage pre-k students is to establish routines, keep lessons short, employ visuals, hands on activities and use concrete materials. I commit to increasing engagement during story time by  getting students active. I can have them repeat phrases or sounds, match pictures, and act out parts of the story.

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Student engagement is key because it feel it gives the lesson life. When students are engaged and participating i can see the confidence grow in the student. I also think when students are truly engaged it helps with the climate of your classroom and fosters positive interactions with your kids.

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Student engagement is important because if you can find a way to make learning fun for them and show them how it's important in their own lives, then students will rise and put forth that effort to be successful. My commitment to keep students engaged is to provide instruction that is visually appealing for them to see, as hands on as possible, and interactive. I like to get kids motivated by making them smile. If my classroom is fun and they feel loved and supported, then they will give me their full effort and learn!

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Student engagement is critical in creating lifelong learners who are passionate and excited! Engagement allows students to actively participate and bring their knowledge, skills and perspective to the classroom. Engagement is about bringing the fun, excitement, and allowing for multiple modalities of learning. I am committed to keeping students engaged through hands on activities, teaching to their needs and interests, and ensuring my students know they are supported!

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Student engagement not only looks like participation but students are understanding the purpose of the lesson. Students are responding verbally or nonverbally. Student engagement matters because students are here to learn, grow, and feel a sense of belonging. My commitment is to guide students to their highest individual potential with fun, silly, and interactive learning.

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Student engagement is everything.  If there is buy in the student will put forth the effort to learn.
I try to see engagement from the lens of the students. What interests me may not motivate them. Sometimes I may have to do something new and unfamiliar to me for the students to be motivated.

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Student engagement is about keeping kids attention and motivated to learn. Kids cannot be expected to work nonstop, so it is necessary to create fun learning activities to keep them engaged. If a student is not engaged then they will not learn.

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Student engagement means motivation and interest. It means that students want to learn and are having fun while doing so. As a teacher, I commit to making all of my lesson engaging for every student in my classroom. 

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Student engagement means motivation and interest. It means that students want to learn and are having fun while doing so. As a teacher, I commit to making all of my lesson engaging for every student in my classroom. 

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Hannah Hofferbert

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When students are engaged, they are learning and are eager to show and share what they are learning. Learning continues because they continue to talk about the exciting things that they learned. By talking, they are continuing the teaching/learning cycle. I commit to keeping myself motivated to overcome the obstacles in the classroom. I plan to incorporate different activities that keep students using different parts of their brains for learning. I plan to keep students engaged by allowing them to see my commitment to always give them my best. I want them to know that I am excited to teach them and that I am also willing to learn from them! In my class, mistakes are welcome, and everyone is a teacher and a learner! 

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When students are engaged, they are learning and are eager to show and share what they are learning. Learning continues because they continue to talk about the exciting things that they learned. By talking, they are continuing the teaching/learning cycle. I commit to keeping myself motivated to overcome the obstacles in the classroom. I plan to incorporate different activities that keep students using different parts of their brains for learning. I plan to keep students engaged by allowing them to see my commitment to always give them my best. I want them to know that I am excited to teach them and that I am also willing to learn from them! In my class, mistakes are welcome, and everyone is a teacher and a learner! 

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Shay Belk

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Student engagement matters because it showcases motivation. It also confirms that students are learning. There are different forms of engagement and from a counselor standpoint I look at the emotional engagement. This refers to the affective attitude’s students have towards their school, classroom, peers, etc. It includes emotions such as boredom, happiness, sadness, anxiety, and a liking or disliking toward school. Walking around and doing check ins with students while in class is a productive way, I can commit to keeping students engaged.

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When students display high levels of behavioral, emotional, and cognitive engagement, they are more likely to excel academically, form a stronger sense of connection with their school, and have a more positive sense of social-emotional well-being.
Research has shown that staff-student relationships are a key contributor to all types of student engagement. When students get along with their teachers and staff members and they feel like they are seen and heard within their classrooms, they are more likely to display positive indicators of engagement. So I commit to building relationships with the students.

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When students are engaged, they want to come to school and learn. They are excited which makes learning fun to them. We, as teachers, also need to be engaged in what we are teaching so our enthusiasm extends to our students. I commit being more enthusiastic in my teaching to make my kindergarten students have fun learning new things and thus making them want to come to school.

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Engaged students want to be at school. Our attendance would always go up last year if the kids knew there was an assembly, event, or field trip. As CSF, I commit to bringing the engaging fun because we need kids to be here and to be on time to be able to learn and succeed.

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"Demotivation breeds demotivation" sticks with me after reading this article.  If we, as educators, aren't motivated to do what is best for our students and work hard to find ways to engage them, then they will never be motivated.  It starts with us.  If they aren't interested in what they are learning, then they won't buy in.  I feel like a lot of this was information I have heard/read/practiced before.  Something new to me was the idea of the Q&A checkpoints throughout the unit because they are anonymous and several students don't want to ask for help or share that they are struggling.

I commit to helping teachers find ways to engage their students when planning lessons together, that works for them and uses some of the strategies in this article.