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Planning

2026-07-23 14:37:56 UTC

Mapping out the semester in advance to aid in planning.

Rhythm

2026-07-23 14:38:26 UTC

I go ahead and create a weekly rhythm. Our units and lessons change, but the outline of our week stays the same.

Making learning into a game.

2026-07-23 14:38:29 UTC

Students

2026-07-23 14:38:33 UTC

Letting students know their interests are important to you, utilize them for showing what you have in common with others to show them it is a safe space.

I think it is important to allow time to screenshare, have the kids pull up their planners and lessons walking through it together.

2026-07-23 14:38:38 UTC

Pacing

2026-07-23 14:38:38 UTC

I am a big believer in pacing yourself with the student's learning abilities. Growth is big!

Music

2026-07-23 14:38:38 UTC

Students get to submit their song requests to hear as they come into LL.

2026-07-23 14:38:42 UTC

start lessons with an open ended question like "what would you like me to know about you" or "what is something good that has happened this week"

Hook

dreed102 — 2026-07-23 14:38:43 UTC

It is important to have some type of hook or interest-based led into a lesson!

Building Relationships

2026-07-23 14:38:43 UTC

Showing students who I am and answering their questions about me. Also, letting them chat me (privately) about themselves.

Conversations!

2026-07-23 14:38:45 UTC

I think conversation before LL has been key for me. They get to know each other quicker.

2026-07-23 14:38:48 UTC

Taking ample time to getting to know your students

relationships

2026-07-23 14:38:51 UTC

connection building starts on day 1

LL

2026-07-23 14:38:53 UTC

Opened my LL room 15 minutes early to socialize with my students.

Just the facts

narobinson — 2026-07-23 14:38:54 UTC

Letting families know the important things. Also, referencing where they can find the information at a later date.

Classroom Rules

2026-07-23 14:38:54 UTC

involve the students in creating classroom expectation and rules. This way they also hold themselves accountable with the things they put in place.

Nearpod

2026-07-23 14:38:57 UTC

Nearpod is my favorite way for students to engage in math problems. I can watch them work out problems.

2026-07-23 14:38:59 UTC

So important to build those relationships!

Host Quizzes

2026-07-23 14:39:00 UTC

We complete Kahoots for all major quizzes/tests as a class, which gets the kids engaged via information and also competitiveness against each other

making up a song about the class and using their names in it

2026-07-23 14:39:00 UTC

Buy In

2026-07-23 14:39:01 UTC

Share some things about myself and my family with my STs. It helps humanize us and gives them some buy-in.

2026-07-23 14:39:01 UTC

Teaching procedures by jumping into the curriculum... Not telling them how procedures happen, but by showing them how they happen

2026-07-23 14:39:04 UTC

Have students who want to come to your class.

Building relationships not only with the students as well as the CT/LC.

2026-07-23 14:39:05 UTC

Organizing

2026-07-23 14:39:08 UTC

I love checklists!

Students

2026-07-23 14:39:09 UTC

I try to start with a random would you rather question to get interaction and learn my students better.

2026-07-23 14:39:10 UTC

Giving the students an overview of what they will learn this semester in the first LL.

2026-07-23 14:39:12 UTC

Get their input too. Ask what they think makes this class successful

Poll Questions

2026-07-23 14:39:12 UTC

Have a quick poll with a this or that, or would you rather as a fun intro and way to get to know them better

Communication

2026-07-23 14:39:14 UTC

Starting class a bit early so everyone can chat for a few minutes before LL.

classroom expectations

2026-07-23 14:39:14 UTC

Sharing your classroom expectations and classroom culture.

Planning Doc

2026-07-23 14:39:19 UTC

Grade-level subject shared planning doc to put all shared resources.

Nearpod

2026-07-23 14:39:21 UTC

Collaborative boards and whiteboard.

2026-07-23 14:39:22 UTC

Finding out about them and taking interest keeps them engaged

Students

2026-07-23 14:39:22 UTC

Listen with understanding and see where each student is beginning. Then you can build trust and support to get the learning accomplished.

2026-07-23 14:39:31 UTC

Keep it interesting. Utililize available resources to change it up for the students.

Relationships

2026-07-23 14:39:37 UTC

Allowing students to have a voice and finding ways to relate to them. They need to know they matter and that their teachers care.

Show and Tell Lite

2026-07-23 14:39:41 UTC

Students love to share their artwork, music, short stories, etc. with others, and it seems to help students connect with each other and the class as a whole. Students can also put together Blookets or Gimkits with class content and lead the group in those activities

Planning

2026-07-23 14:39:41 UTC

Create a schedule on my gmail calendar, map out the semester- Know when portfolios and test are coming up. Make a HR Spreadsheet of things needed for the semester.

Prioritize open and honest communication, spend dedicated quality time together, actively listen to understand rather than to respond, and build trust .

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Set up the routines early

bturner112 — 2026-07-23 14:39:46 UTC

Agendas!

2026-07-23 14:39:47 UTC

Students love them as much as we do

2026-07-23 14:39:50 UTC

Know your plan for the semester

Building Relationships

2026-07-23 14:39:51 UTC

Remembering fun facts about the students. It really makes them feel seen and loved.

Student Input

narobinson — 2026-07-23 14:39:53 UTC

Letting the students have a part in setting expectations and class culture.

Students

2026-07-23 14:39:53 UTC

I let them into LL early to get them chatting and also to listen to some fun music

2026-07-23 14:39:53 UTC

Setting the expectations first! Review daily, then turn it over to the students to present every day. They can put their own twist on it as long as the core expectation is there.

Modeling

2026-07-23 14:39:57 UTC

Modeling expectations for students.

Expectations

2026-07-23 14:39:59 UTC

Helping them to know what is expected right off of the bat. It makes the year go much more smoothly.

Sharing is Caring

2026-07-23 14:40:09 UTC

Allowing students an opportunity to share things about themselves.

2026-07-23 14:40:13 UTC

Setting up a routine in LL so that they are prepared for each part of the lesson

Lessons

2026-07-23 14:40:21 UTC

Use collaboration boards.

Calling Students by Name

2026-07-23 14:40:24 UTC

I would celebrate any student on camera and say something positive about them. It brought them in.

Relationships

bturner112 — 2026-07-23 14:40:24 UTC

Let the families know that we are all a TEAM

2026-07-23 14:40:28 UTC

Making learning real. If they can't apply the content in the real world or fuel abstract thought, what good is the information?

Hang Out Time

narobinson — 2026-07-23 14:40:30 UTC

Sharing from the start so they feel comfortable coming to you and talking to you about more difficult things.

Games

2026-07-23 14:40:31 UTC

Playing different types of games for reviews is an easy and fun way to review.

Engaging Students

2026-07-23 14:40:31 UTC

Smiling and having high energy works with the little students and makes learning fun.

Info/Expectations

2026-07-23 14:40:31 UTC

I give students some details about my family and life, and then we jump right into a conversation on what respect is (which leads to expectations/policy review). Knowing upfront what is expected helps a lot and makes them more comfortable.

2026-07-23 14:40:32 UTC

Individual Phone calls- talk to both LC and St. Meet kids in smaller groups to have conversations.

Engagement

2026-07-23 14:40:35 UTC

Be willing to learn and listen to the students.

Me in elementary!

2026-07-23 14:40:36 UTC

I always show my students a picture or two of me from 5th/6th grade and talk about what I was into, what year it was, and then engage them in sharing their interests

with me

Bell Ringers / Starters

2026-07-23 14:40:38 UTC

Great way to pull in previously learned standards or practice TCAP questions here

Patience

2026-07-23 14:40:39 UTC

Model patience to the students as you deal with the unexpected. Helps set up an environment of mutual respect and trust.

Relationships

dbeyer14 — 2026-07-23 14:40:43 UTC

If they don't buy into what you're teaching, you're dead in the water.

everyday do a review question as the starter

2026-07-23 14:40:43 UTC

Opinion Based Questions

2026-07-23 14:40:44 UTC

STs love sharing their take on things

Open Classroom 5 minutes prior

2026-07-23 14:40:47 UTC

Opening my LL room early so students can come and socialize

NearPod

2026-07-23 14:40:52 UTC

I love the Climb feature! You can include different levels of knowledge and also various skills to show how they build on one another

Background

2026-07-23 14:41:03 UTC

Use resources (log, past grade book, Learner Journey) before you make WC

Patterns and Relationships

wskinner5 — 2026-07-23 14:41:06 UTC

Opened class with music (suggestions welcome), Coffee Mug-of-the-Day, Warm Welcome. Always ended with positive affirmations of what we accomplished for the day, and often shout-outs for students for great lesson/participation.

2026-07-23 14:41:07 UTC

Playing would you rather...the fastest way to get kids excited to get on the mic. Example- Would you rather have a talking dog that gives great advice or have a dragon that is the size of a cat. It can be absurd, kids love it.

Don't Overwhelm

narobinson — 2026-07-23 14:41:16 UTC

Keeping the slides to a minimum and allowing time for discussion or questions about what students and families need to know coming in to set them up for success.

Introductions

2026-07-23 14:41:17 UTC

Introducing myself to the students and giving them an opportunity to introduce themselves. Helps make connections we can build on.

Review Every Day

2026-07-23 14:41:19 UTC

Recapping and reviewing information every day. Using the first 5 minutes to review and incorporate EOC-type questions.

Student Focus

2026-07-23 14:41:21 UTC

I like for the students to talk just as much with me with guided activites.

I Do, We Do, You Do!

dreed102 — 2026-07-23 14:41:26 UTC

Nearpod

2026-07-23 14:41:51 UTC

Writing is an element of every single Live Lesson. Students are then allowed to review their classmates' work, get feedback, etc.

Foundation for Success

2026-07-23 14:42:06 UTC

Kids want to learn when they feel loved, safe, respected, etc. Meet this need first and everything else comes a lot easier.

2026-07-23 14:42:22 UTC

Lots of writing opportunities!

Talk to them!

2026-07-23 14:42:36 UTC

Always reach out to build relationships. Win those families over, so they know I am on their side...they're more likely to side with me if there is ever an issue instead of just assuming their baby is telling the truth.

Preparation

miwright7 — 2026-07-23 14:42:43 UTC

Staying organized has been the biggest help! I have all my slides, links, and materials ready before class and use lots of student interaction to keep everyone engaged.

App Intro

narobinson — 2026-07-23 14:42:47 UTC

Letting students know what we will use during our classes and allowing them time to explore to build excitement.

Student-led teaching

2026-07-23 14:42:49 UTC

I try to have students lead Morning announcements, read articles or writing, and breakout rooms

Structure

2026-07-23 14:43:02 UTC

I like to stick to a similar structure each time we have LL. For example, we may start with a bellringer for the first 5 minutes, then move to a hook/intro, then an activity. Students are more comfortable and prepared when they know what to expect in each class.

Games/nearpod

2026-07-23 14:43:06 UTC

Morning Review and Exit Tickets

narobinson — 2026-07-23 14:43:57 UTC

Morning review as students come into class to set the pace for learning that day. Providing exit tickets so students have an opportunity to show what they know.

Bellringer TCAP Questions

2026-07-23 14:44:20 UTC

I pull old TCAP questions from previous years and use them almost daily after Christmas Break as a bellringer.

TCAP Prep starts now

narobinson — 2026-07-23 14:45:04 UTC

Providing TCAP based practice from Day 1. Padlet or Nearpod to serve as progress monitoring.

Building Relationships

miwright7 — 2026-07-23 14:45:24 UTC

Building relationships first! Learning students' interests and making everyone feel welcome helps create a positive learning environment.

Make it fun!

2026-07-23 14:48:43 UTC

IXL Group Jam

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TCAP ASAP

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TCAP style practice

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Quick while you are waiting question.

Do it EVERYDAY!!!

2026-07-23 14:49:11 UTC

spiral review

2026-07-23 14:49:19 UTC

tie new content into previous content with scaffolding

The kids love a good blooket review!

2026-07-23 14:49:24 UTC

WordWall

2026-07-23 14:49:25 UTC

I love to use WordWall 5-minute interactive activities

Blank Slide

2026-07-23 14:49:37 UTC

I give students a blank slide with a topic and have them create a slide for spiral review, if you were teaching on "theme" what are my need to knows--- put them on the slide

Drag and Drop Collaborative Activities

2026-07-23 14:49:51 UTC

Labeling a graphic or completing a Venn Diagram in small groups as a warm-up activity

Use Live Binder

2026-07-23 14:49:55 UTC

Data

2026-07-23 14:49:56 UTC

Use data in areas where students didn't do well as a reaching tool for the spiral review.

Math builds upon prior skills!

2026-07-23 14:50:11 UTC

Giving students questions of all levels so that they can feel success and stretch themselves. Also using math vocabulary across all grade levels so that they see it as they grow.

TCAP

2026-07-23 14:51:13 UTC

Use the TCAP practice test questions from the TN website

Vocabulary

2026-07-23 14:53:12 UTC

Teach students academic vocabulary and use it frequently.