Reflecting on our Journey-- Pre & Post Pandemic by Ms. Mendez-Torres https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk The purpose of this professional learning session will be to engage staff in a reflection of their experiences during this school year and their hopes for the 2021-2022 School year. en-us 2021-05-28 19:06:46 UTC 2021-06-09 11:07:26 UTC hello@padlet.com Sanchez https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593533577 I gave students time to do work and understood that things happen at home]]> 2021-06-08 17:16:04 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593533577 At first I was hesitate on using Jamboard because I thought it would be overwhelming for the students. But it ended up being a treasure. tbardong https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593533623 Mr. TJ]]> 2021-06-08 17:16:05 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593533623 Ms. Lawrence https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593534241 I try to remember that people see and experience the world in different ways. I always give my students and others the benefit of the doubt. :)]]> 2021-06-08 17:16:17 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593534241 Using platforms I was not very familiar with or comfortable with. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593534611 Melvin]]> 2021-06-08 17:16:24 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593534611 Mr. Mishiev https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593535154 Always something that needs to be internalized, but especially so for this year.]]> 2021-06-08 17:16:32 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593535154 Mendiolaza emendiolaza https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593535365 2021-06-08 17:16:35 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593535365 Romero https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593535480 Remote learning was a very difficult challenge because I was not able to be consistent and engage well with my students. It was a difficult journey being able to work well with my students.]]> 2021-06-08 17:16:37 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593535480 Counts https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593535726 Making sure that I gave the students time to share in the morning. I used this to get to know them even though we were virtual.]]> 2021-06-08 17:16:41 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593535726 Ms. Sohail https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593535993 Always provided extra time and feedback to help students understand the content and be able to apply in their own lives.]]> 2021-06-08 17:16:46 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593535993 Ms. Efstratiou kefstratiou https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536037 I believe in giving my students opportunities to demonstrate their forms of understanding of content as well as how to provide them with extra support.]]> 2021-06-08 17:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536037 Making sure I listened, stop to think and then gave my response. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536075 2021-06-08 17:16:48 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536075 I listen to my team, parents and admin. adavis417 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536101 Mrs. Davis]]> 2021-06-08 17:16:49 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536101 Ms. Acosta sacosta12 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536209 It was challenging to use new platforms and find new ways to reach students.]]> 2021-06-08 17:16:51 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536209 Stroh Incorporating the technology into lessons feels like a success and will continue into the next year. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536253 2021-06-08 17:16:52 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536253 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536523 I find it somewhat difficult to stay engaged and listen fully as things were constantly changing. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:16:57 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536523 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536580 I did well with listening to the parents of our classroom
 express their emotions.

]]> 2021-06-08 17:16:58 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536580 Mr. Smith https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536603 Giving my all and being available for my student at anytime ]]> 2021-06-08 17:16:58 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536603 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536619 Using technology for everything ]]> 2021-06-08 17:16:59 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536619 mspalmer2 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536955 I feel that this year I tried to listen intently and with purpose; not necessarily to problem-solve but in an effort to have the most authentic empathetic response; this applies to students, parents and fellow educators ]]> 2021-06-08 17:17:05 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536955 allowed myself to learn and go outside my comfort level https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536971 2021-06-08 17:17:05 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593536971 I also struggle with staying engaged and listening fully. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593537110 2021-06-08 17:17:08 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593537110 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593537187 Teaching remotely ]]> 2021-06-08 17:17:10 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593537187 Engaged https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593537364 I was fully engaged with my teacher team and my students during remote learning, which was a major accomplishment. - Nelson]]> 2021-06-08 17:17:14 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593537364 Moreira lmoreira51 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593537390 Familiarized myself with different websites to engage with students while we were online. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:17:14 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593537390 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593537570 Giving space in the classroom for discussions that included multiple perspectives and independent voices; despite the obstacles of the remote and muzzled in-class environment. 

]]> 2021-06-08 17:17:17 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593537570 By ensuring to respond to the situation at hand, and asking relevant questions cborgella https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593537816 2021-06-08 17:17:21 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593537816 Understand that somethings were just out of my control and learning to be okay with that. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593537884 Melvin]]> 2021-06-08 17:17:23 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593537884 Sanchez https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593537900 Let my students try out ne things along the year, Kami being one of the bigger ones, knowing how to highlight, write and hand in work]]> 2021-06-08 17:17:23 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593537900 Familiarize myself with new platforms https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593538109 2021-06-08 17:17:27 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593538109 Listen actively https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593538223 2021-06-08 17:17:29 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593538223 Garcia, Michael https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593538485 I did my best to engage and listen fully to my colleagues and peers, alongside doing my best to become active in leadership teams for my first year in the school.]]> 2021-06-08 17:17:35 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593538485 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593538608 It was very challenging having to teach a brand new grade, particularly with all the changes we had to get used to throughout the year. It was a lot to have to get used to all at once. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:17:37 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593538608 Listening to parents when they needed someone to talk to. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593538623 2021-06-08 17:17:38 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593538623 Believe in best intentions. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593538666 Believe in best intentions.  I want to believe everyone is doing  their best, always.  Understanding that "their best" is not necessarily "my best".]]> 2021-06-08 17:17:38 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593538666 Constant changes, health risks, emotional concern for my students breed discomfort. The ability to place it in context and push ahead is challenging . Goals helped channel it but it is a journey. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593538993 2021-06-08 17:17:43 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593538993 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593539259 Looking at next year in a positive model rather than a deficit model.]]> 2021-06-08 17:17:48 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593539259 Mr. Smith https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593539410 Getting back in and working with the school family regain or greatness ]]> 2021-06-08 17:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593539410 Ms. Sohail https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593539547 use variety of digital tools to make the content doable and accessible for everyone especially like peardeck, jamboard, slides, go formative, and other virtual manipulatives.]]> 2021-06-08 17:17:54 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593539547 Mendiolaza...I try.... emendiolaza https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593539561 2021-06-08 17:17:55 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593539561 Ms. Scap https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593539839 I hope there is more time for SEI incorporation into each class

]]> 2021-06-08 17:18:00 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593539839 listened to what my colleagues are saying and feeling https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593539970 2021-06-08 17:18:03 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593539970 Parent accountability https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540115 2021-06-08 17:18:05 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540115 Ms. Efstratiou kefstratiou https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540135 Remote learning has definitely been challenging and I am looking forward to being in person with the students again.]]> 2021-06-08 17:18:06 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540135 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540184 I have expressed to my students how I too get fatigued teaching remotely and being on a computer throughout the day.  I was able to provide different strategies to help combat the fatigue.]]> 2021-06-08 17:18:07 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540184 Mr. Mishiev https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540314 Accepting that this particular year was going to be a challenging journey.]]> 2021-06-08 17:18:09 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540314 Ms. Hudson https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540511 I listened to students and parents and made necessary accommodations to support their needs.

]]> 2021-06-08 17:18:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540511 Ms. Nelson https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540600 Learning new platforms was a discomfort but I did it and was able to show students how to use them effectively.

]]> 2021-06-08 17:18:15 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540600 Ms. Lawrence https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540652 I try to truly listen and respond to my students. I respect each student's individuality. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:18:16 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540652 All ideas contribute to the bigger picture, so by sharing thoughts and listening to others, students learn to be more open to communicating with their peers. cborgella https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540778 2021-06-08 17:18:18 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540778 Accepting that not everything will go as planned and there are new curveballs every day coming from the world. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540803 Metcalf]]> 2021-06-08 17:18:19 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540803 Accountability https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540842 The understanding that all actions have consequences whether good or bad. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:18:19 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593540842 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593541056 Understanding students and families  home situation more due to teaching in their home environment, therefore, being extremely sensitive to the students and families needs. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:18:24 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593541056 Learning how to use new platforms to engage students https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593541082 2021-06-08 17:18:24 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593541082 Sanchez https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593541098 Difficult at times to say certain things to parents and yet it would be our fault]]> 2021-06-08 17:18:24 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593541098 Giving students time to discuss their ideas and ask questions to each other. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593541119 2021-06-08 17:18:25 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593541119 I shared with my remote class that like them, I was new to this experience and that I would be doing lots of learning right along side of them state28 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593541347 2021-06-08 17:18:29 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593541347 Ms. Acosta sacosta12 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593541679 I wish I had had an opportunity to meet my students in person.]]> 2021-06-08 17:18:35 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593541679 Honest with my students, parents, team and admin. adavis417 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593541785 Mrs. Davis]]> 2021-06-08 17:18:38 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593541785 Keeping communications open at all times with parents and children https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593541874 2021-06-08 17:18:39 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593541874 Ms. Scap https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593542492 Virtually disciplining behavior without knowing my students]]> 2021-06-08 17:18:52 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593542492 Ms. Efstratiou kefstratiou https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593542633 I make sure to keep my students engaged in class as well as listening fairly to all of their thoughts and ideas. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:18:55 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593542633 Wilson https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593543412 This year I began to focus more on realizing all the factors that my students were dealing with and accepting that their efforts were worth so much more than trying to fill the sheets of paper assigned to them. I truly connected with them more by accepting them as it came.]]> 2021-06-08 17:19:12 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593543412 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593543631 We all took risk to explore new things]]> 2021-06-08 17:19:17 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593543631 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593543832 Making sure I provide a way for all students to stay engaged and not hide behind a screen or slip into the virtual shadows...]]> 2021-06-08 17:19:21 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593543832 MendezTorres https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593543837 I was very confident in this area because I was able to be intunned to the needs of our school community. I foud joy in helping our families.]]> 2021-06-08 17:19:21 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593543837 Everything was a learning experience. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593543988 2021-06-08 17:19:23 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593543988 Stroh https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593544258 More time speaking to students in multiple environments (ie home/school/extended family/mom's job) and note those challenges and share with the kids those vulnerabilities.]]> 2021-06-08 17:19:27 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593544258 Open Minded tbardong https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593544578 Listening to other teachers and the strategies they were using to implement their lessons.



]]> 2021-06-08 17:19:33 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593544578 Getting back to some kind of normalcy. Also, excited to see all of our students, personally! https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593544674 2021-06-08 17:19:35 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593544674 tpaul25 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593544698 keeping students engaged is top priority.

]]> 2021-06-08 17:19:36 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593544698 Ms. Acosta sacosta12 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593545870 I am looking forward to teaching students in person.]]> 2021-06-08 17:19:59 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593545870 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593545993 Not being useful in managing the platforms]]> 2021-06-08 17:20:02 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593545993 Some student work very well with technology. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593546073 2021-06-08 17:20:04 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593546073 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593546157 Giving students more opportunities to turn in work and get used to different digital platforms. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:20:05 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593546157 Use mindfulness to express how students felt https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593546281 2021-06-08 17:20:08 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593546281 Taking the time getting to know the students, speaking with them on a personal level to make connections with them https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593546469

]]> 2021-06-08 17:20:12 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593546469 I always believe everyone has good intentions. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593546546 2021-06-08 17:20:14 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593546546 Mr. Smith https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593546568 Admitting there were tech things I didn’t know as well as I thought I did and it didn’t hurt to pay attention in the PDs to better my ability ]]> 2021-06-08 17:20:14 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593546568 It was difficult keeping the students engaged during remote learning.However I tried new ideas which students enjoyed. Students did enjoy sharing their thoughts at the end of the day. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593546665 2021-06-08 17:20:16 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593546665 Ms. Hudson https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593546732 Believed that students had the best intentions for doing well, even when their actions didn't indicate so.

]]> 2021-06-08 17:20:18 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593546732 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593547096 Sharing with my student my challenges and difficulties with remote learning so that they know that they are not alone.]]> 2021-06-08 17:20:25 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593547096 Ms. Efstratiou kefstratiou https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593547267 I am hoping for a better school year where technology will be more structured as well as ensure that students are acclimated to the in person school environment. I want to make sure they are receiving the proper support academically and socially in the school environment.]]> 2021-06-08 17:20:29 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593547267 mspalmer2 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593547553 Continually giving students to have growth mindset and additional opportunities to turn in work, make up work or seek out support all in the mindset of assuming the best ]]> 2021-06-08 17:20:34 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593547553 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593547669 Learning alongside 
parents and students.]]> 2021-06-08 17:20:36 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593547669 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593547857 Complying to the needs of our students to let them know I'm listening ]]> 2021-06-08 17:20:40 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593547857 It has been difficult to stay engaged when so much energy has been going to specific stressors in life and just the general fact that there is a pandemic. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593548725 Metcalf]]> 2021-06-08 17:20:59 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593548725 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593548919 Not being tech savvy ]]> 2021-06-08 17:21:03 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593548919 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593549196 Listening to parents and students while they where frustrated during this difficult time]]> 2021-06-08 17:21:09 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593549196 Ms. Acosta sacosta12 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593549210 I was very flexible with student work this year, giving them the benefit of the doubt in case they had situations at home that prevented them from speaking up in class or turning in an assignment.]]> 2021-06-08 17:21:09 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593549210 Working with staff and students. adavis417 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593549509 Mrs. Davis]]> 2021-06-08 17:21:16 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593549509 MendezTorres https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593549511 I was unable to support a parent with a particular platform and had to be honest about not knowing how to use it. I stuggled with this area because I had to be honest about things I still needed help with.]]> 2021-06-08 17:21:16 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593549511 Garcia, Michael - Struggle https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593549696 Being new to the school in such a complex year definitely made me take a sideline on voicing my thoughts or opinions. This was not due to the actions or opinions of others, as the school has been very welcoming, but the anxiety is there.]]> 2021-06-08 17:21:20 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593549696 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593549859 Speaking up at times when feeing uncomfortable in certain situations ]]> 2021-06-08 17:21:24 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593549859 Mr. TJ tbardong https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593549946 Viewing the classroom from your students viewpoint and understanding the challenges they were facing on a daily basis.]]> 2021-06-08 17:21:26 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593549946 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593550181 Allowing yourself to become vulnerable. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:21:31 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593550181 Stroh https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593550389 A challenge has been Group work with social distancing.]]> 2021-06-08 17:21:35 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593550389 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593551089 Student engagement did not look the same.

]]> 2021-06-08 17:21:50 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593551089 Ms. Efstratiou kefstratiou https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593551615 I had to admit how I am not as great with technology as I anticipated. To me that was difficult because I expect to be familiar with everything as a teacher. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:22:01 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593551615 cborgella https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593551618 Hopefully technology can be incorporated in the curriculum now as it will allow students to continue to progress independently.]]> 2021-06-08 17:22:01 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593551618 Ms. Lawrence https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593551696 I struggled not always knowing what the plan was with school opening/ closing etc. There was so much change]]> 2021-06-08 17:22:02 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593551696 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593551814 Teaching, laughin and dancing in person with my Pre K students. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:22:05 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593551814 Getting some parents to realize they are an important part of their child's education. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593552005 2021-06-08 17:22:09 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593552005 Ms. Sohail https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593552144 students level of engagement remotely was challenging this year as their camera and mics were off most of the time.]]> 2021-06-08 17:22:12 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593552144 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593552887 I definitely practiced this with my parents so that they could have clear understanding of how we all needed to work together and we weren't pointing fingers or making lame excuses to excuse where any of us were falling short in helping our children adapt to their new norms.]]> 2021-06-08 17:22:26 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593552887 Mr. Mishiev https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593553434 Inconsistent student involvement despite offering different modes of participation was difficult.]]> 2021-06-08 17:22:38 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593553434 Ms. Hudson https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593553586 I had a tough time dealing with the lack of student engagement in remote learning.]]> 2021-06-08 17:22:42 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593553586 Learning and guiding students with the technology and other platforms. tpaul25 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593553811 Mr. Paul

]]> 2021-06-08 17:22:46 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593553811 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593553976 Listen to the needs and sometimes the wants of students]]> 2021-06-08 17:22:49 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593553976 Trying to learn different ways to support my students with technical issues https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593554016 2021-06-08 17:22:50 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593554016 Working more on SEL and building community again after such a stressful year for most of these children. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593554546 2021-06-08 17:23:01 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593554546 jromeo41 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593555221 Looking forward to seeing students in person...and getting adjusted to a life back in the building.Hoping for a blend of tech and written work. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:23:15 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593555221 Remote learning and teaching two separate grades was the most difficult teaching experience https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593556205 2021-06-08 17:23:35 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593556205 It was difficult fostering community in the remote classroom state28 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593556315 2021-06-08 17:23:38 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593556315 Our middle school team worked very well in a cohesive manner. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593556468 2021-06-08 17:23:41 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593556468 Ms. Scap https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593556738 Still getting used to the fact that I've never gotten to know a good portion of my students simply because of non-engagment. Still working on not blaming myself for that]]> 2021-06-08 17:23:46 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593556738 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593556788 Working with the staff and kids ]]> 2021-06-08 17:23:47 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593556788 Islam https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593556892 Bonding and making connections with students ]]> 2021-06-08 17:23:49 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593556892 Student Engagement https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593556945 It was difficult to get remote students engaged during remote sessions. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:23:50 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593556945 Nelson https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593557103 Struggled with getting ALL students to do this.  Many did but it was a struggle for the rest.

]]> 2021-06-08 17:23:53 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593557103 Ms. Acosta sacosta12 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593557382 I tried to include each week time for the class to connect and express themselves in different ways.]]> 2021-06-08 17:23:59 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593557382 Mr. TJ tbardong https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593557544 Using all the technology in the classroom, lessons and with the 
 parents.]]> 2021-06-08 17:24:02 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593557544 Ms. Lawrence https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593557847 Consistency. There was so much change this year (out of our control). So I think everyone needs consistency next year.]]> 2021-06-08 17:24:08 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593557847 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593558114 I hope the transition back to full time in person is safe. 

]]> 2021-06-08 17:24:14 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593558114 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593558319 Using technology as I pushed into Classrooms]]> 2021-06-08 17:24:18 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593558319 Continously encouraging and motivating students daily. ldurham13 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593558345 Ms. Durham

]]> 2021-06-08 17:24:19 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593558345 I hope that the students are allowed the time and space to relearn the physical classroom procedures and protocols. It will be challenging for a lot them state28 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593558565 2021-06-08 17:24:24 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593558565 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593559265 I look forward to seeing all of my students in person every day. I also look forward to implementing more technology throughout the day to keep students engaged. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:24:38 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593559265 Counts https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593559326 Making those connections and relationships in person again!!!!

]]> 2021-06-08 17:24:39 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593559326 Stroh https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593559468 My hope is that students will adapt to a non-isolated environment.]]> 2021-06-08 17:24:42 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593559468 Normalcy https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593559877 Whatever that may be.]]> 2021-06-08 17:24:50 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593559877 Romero https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593560085 A successful transition from remote to in person learning]]> 2021-06-08 17:24:54 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593560085 Ms. Hudson https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593560248 Engaging/connecting with students again.]]> 2021-06-08 17:24:56 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593560248 Moreira lmoreira51 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593560274 Using the websites I learned about this year and technology more in class. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:24:57 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593560274 Frazier https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593560385 To reduce the gap in "learned information" that the students experienced over the past 1.5 years.

]]> 2021-06-08 17:24:59 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593560385 Islam https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593560504 Being there for the students anytime they needed

]]> 2021-06-08 17:25:01 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593560504 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593560541 Building strong relationships with my students and their families. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:25:02 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593560541 Ms. Scap https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593560619 I struggle to reach out to parents and be honest about their student's engagement in the classroom in fear of blaming them for the circumstances we're all struggling with]]> 2021-06-08 17:25:03 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593560619 mspalmer2 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593560779 That the experiences all have had, lead us to approach one another with kindness and patience; that we continue to leverage the use of technology in our instructional process and develop growth achieving mindsets among our scholars

]]> 2021-06-08 17:25:06 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593560779 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593561157 Seeing all students !]]> 2021-06-08 17:25:14 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593561157 tpaul25 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593561360 UNITY

]]> 2021-06-08 17:25:18 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593561360 jromeo41 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593561550 Letting parents know that remote was a whole different ballgame...parents had to step up a bit to ensure that students were in the meetings. Just because we see a letter in our screen dosen't mean the student was there. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:25:22 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593561550 Mr. Mishiev https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593561751 Pushing for students and family's to allow for more independent work/navigation and seeing mixed results during remote.]]> 2021-06-08 17:25:27 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593561751 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593561821 Reuniting with the students and staff. Using what I learned during remote learning to incorporate in school.  ]]> 2021-06-08 17:25:27 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593561821 I relied on a few people to help me with this technology business https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593561878 2021-06-08 17:25:28 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593561878 MendezTorres https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593564395 Looking forward to full in person learning and supporting families and our school community. Seeing the smiles of our students and families. 

]]> 2021-06-08 17:26:12 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593564395 The various technology platforms were a challenge for me. ldurham13 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593564466 Ms. Durham

]]> 2021-06-08 17:26:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593564466 Garcia, Michael https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593564912 I hope for the next school year to have more of a "sense of normalcy," and a lot more student engagement because of it.]]> 2021-06-08 17:26:23 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593564912 Mr. Mishiev https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593565563 I think the year has allowed for collective efforts and understanding and am looking forward to that continuing.]]> 2021-06-08 17:26:39 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593565563 Nelson https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593565631 I hope our students and families come back ready to work. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:26:40 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593565631 Reconnecting in-person with the students who have been remote and welcoming them back into the school building https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593566001 Metcalf]]> 2021-06-08 17:26:48 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593566001 At first it was challenging but once we got the hang of things everything went smoothly, we became these virtual superheroes. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593566044 2021-06-08 17:26:49 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593566044 I did my very best considering the situation we were all in. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593566899 2021-06-08 17:27:08 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593566899 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593567152 Just being there for the student moral support. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:27:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593567152 I hope to see how overcoming adversity does build strength. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593567153 2021-06-08 17:27:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593567153 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593567955 Looking forward to 57 reaching new heights ]]> 2021-06-08 17:27:31 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593567955 cborgella https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593568075 Accepting and excepting that students will be anxious to return to school next year]]> 2021-06-08 17:27:33 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593568075 Using platforms/applications and the students knew how to use it better than I did... https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593568206 2021-06-08 17:27:36 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593568206 I don't adjust too well with big changes but I'm glad this is all coming to an end. https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593569247 2021-06-08 17:27:58 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593569247 I'm hoping for a better future and looking forward to a better future. Inshallah! https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593571334 2021-06-08 17:28:44 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593571334 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593572254 I'm not sure what I hope for...but the most important thing to me is continual support and safety for us all as we do what we do.]]> 2021-06-08 17:29:02 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593572254 not being able to use physical materials for math and science in order for students to understand concepts cborgella https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593580713 2021-06-08 17:31:56 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593580713 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593582014 Allowing students to express how they were feeling. And ask about their day or weekend. A little decompression before starting assignments, and details. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:32:23 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593582014 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593587244 Black screens 95% of the time during remote ]]> 2021-06-08 17:34:16 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593587244 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593606301 Gave students the benefit of the doubt that they don’t govern themselves, and they don’t always call the shot. ie; showing up to class. Virtually and In-person, waking up on time, proper supervision of adults. ]]> 2021-06-08 17:40:58 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593606301 https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593609371 Being able to use the various forms of google classroom in an engaging way ]]> 2021-06-08 17:42:04 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593609371 Gray https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593748514 It was easy remaining engaged with my three and four year olds. They were so funny, enthusiastic and cute. It was a pleasure to wake up to them:) If someone was having an off day we would draw them a picture of something they liked. I would then email a photo of the pictures to the mom. And we gave virtual "bear hugs" with our stuffed animals.]]> 2021-06-08 18:33:47 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593748514 Gray https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593754127 I accepted that some aspects of remote learning would be uncomfortable and difficult, but necessary. Dealing with the challenges was empowering]]> 2021-06-08 18:36:02 UTC https://padlet.com/MendezTorres/151usl0841ym6erk/wish/1593754127