Reflection & Looking Ahead by Saeeda S https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih Take a minute to reflect on the last school year. What went well? What could be better? Then look to the future. What would you like to see happen? What would make your job easier? en-us 2017-07-22 21:04:01 UTC 2018-05-08 16:03:42 UTC hello@padlet.com I'd love to learn more about my coworkers and collaborate more as needed without infringing on anyone's time. - Saeeda ssaeeda1 https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179233198 2017-07-22 21:06:47 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179233198 I feel like things calmed down last year. It was my second full year so, of course, that helped. I had a stronger handle on systems and processes and really enjoyed working with the icademy team. - Saeeda ssaeeda1 https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179233206 2017-07-22 21:07:16 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179233206 I agree that processes became more routine during my second year. I struggled somewhat with finals and making sure students had access to exams, but otherwise everything went pretty well. - Chris W https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179520547 2017-07-26 19:56:55 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179520547 I agree that some collaboration and sharing with staff would create a more collegial atmosphere. The challenge is finding a time that works for everyone to attend a live session, but I am willing. - Chris W https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179520663 2017-07-26 19:59:00 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179520663 Reflection https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179520707 Every year I feel I get more efficient with how to run class smoothly, get grading done, and  communicate with students. 
Becky Bermensolo]]> 2017-07-26 20:00:23 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179520707 Looking Ahead https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179520866 I'm excited to see how the cohorts will work and am looking forward to not having to race to prep classes for every term (well...still race...but it won't be one on top of the other as it usually is!). :-)
Becky Bermensolo]]> 2017-07-26 20:03:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179520866 Reflection 2016 -2017 https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179711437 My second year of online teaching is both a success and a failure. It was a success since I was able to do a Live Class with most of my students over Skype and BbC; a failure, I did not record most of them. 

I felt accomplished for being in control of my work load; some schedules went out of control and this helped me in setting my re-constructions plans. - Merced A]]> 2017-07-30 17:35:40 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179711437 Looking Ahead https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179712051
I look forward to building a group of teachers working hand-in-hand with a common goal of attaining effective teaching-learning relationship, specially in Math group. - Merced A.

]]> 2017-07-30 18:02:02 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179712051 Reflection https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179871703 The past year, given it was my second year doing this, went by more smoothly, and although speed bumps happened frequently, I felt better equipped to deal with them and took them in stride. I also received a lot of positive feedback from my students, particularly the ones who have now taken several courses with me, and it is a lovely feeling to develop these relationships with my students, despite the online format.
-Nora Jarrah

]]> 2017-08-01 16:22:07 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179871703 Looking ahead https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179871988 I anticipate another wonderful year of teaching ahead, and am confident that I will be able to handle any and all challenges ahead!
~Nora Jarrah]]> 2017-08-01 16:25:56 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/179871988 2017-2018 https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/180822467 I enjoy working with an effective team that is student focused.It is important to feel comfortable asking questions. Ms. McKenna-Moore!]]> 2017-08-13 05:49:22 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/180822467 More experienced https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/182889000 I have to say the same as Saeeda. I feel that have a bettter grip this second year. Everything does come with experience. Looking back from when I first started I feel that I have learned alot! And I am very happy about this growth. -- Farzana]]> 2017-08-25 19:13:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/182889000 Near Future https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/182889810 I hope to learn more to help not only my students but also myself. In this digital world that my kids are also pushed through at schools it would be great to explore different methods of teaching digitally. -- Farzana]]> 2017-08-25 19:16:52 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/182889810 Cohorts https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/184999064 The advantage is that there is less time spent prepping courses-some students need to be encouraged to make the most of those "freewill" 3 weeks...some students and LCs don't grasp the concept yet...BE]]> 2017-09-06 04:30:56 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/184999064 Last year was my first year as an online teacher, as first I found it difficult, but I created on own systems / calendars to help with my temp / perm dates. This was my go-to document. I will continue with this during the coming year. https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/186208489 2017-09-11 01:11:49 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/186208489 I have noticed already my students have a better understanding of what is required from them based on what they have submitted already. I send them a lot of pre-reading to complete prior to the course starting and it has already brought dividends. This now allows my to focus on grading their work and supporting them to complete the course and reach their potential. https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/186208815 2017-09-11 01:14:22 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/186208815 https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/186311292 Last year was also my second year, but as I was transitioning from PT MS/PT HS to FT HS I still felt 'new', if that makes sense. I was finally able to focus on a single set of guidelines and requirements, which made things much less overwhelming for me. I am happy to have been able to focus all of my energies on improving my HS courses and working more closely with students there. I still dropped the ball in a few ways, I feel, but I think sometimes we all feel that way - there is always more that we could do or would like to do to serve our students. Overall, last year was an excellent learning opportunity for me and helped prepare me to hit the ground running this time around.

]]> 2017-09-11 11:28:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/186311292 Looking Ahead https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/186544831 I think the cohort is going to work very well. Not just for students to work ahead, it also will allow us to prepare the classes and make sure everything works fine before the real start date. 
Isaac Moreno]]> 2017-09-11 19:30:16 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/186544831 Reflection https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/186545751 I think this coming year will be the one to consolidate the knowledge and experience from 2016-17 and the new platform.
Isaac Moreno]]> 2017-09-11 19:32:43 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/186545751 The only thing that I think would make my life easier is if the system would not have so many bugs in it. Thank https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/186978911 2017-09-12 21:24:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/186978911 Some of the highlights for me was hiring Jennifer who has been such a delight to work with and having everything so much more organized. We are making such improvements each year. https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/186979084 2017-09-12 21:25:47 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/186979084 Reflection https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/187104276 A mixed review for last year. As it was my second year I felt I was more organised and managed my time and most of the work load better. I did find at the busiest times this was still difficult to do. As was chasing students who like to remain incognito.

]]> 2017-09-13 10:49:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/187104276 Looking Ahead https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/187105009 I look forward to seeing how pupils respond to the flexible start dates. Also continued collaboration with other teachers.]]> 2017-09-13 10:53:30 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/187105009 My first full year of working online has been great. It was exciting teaching AP courses and hearing about my student's university/college acceptances. https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/187745564 ~ Jennifer Lee]]> 2017-09-14 19:55:04 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/187745564 https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/187745713 Moving forward, I hope to continue to help students pursue a future in science.
~ Jennifer Lee]]> 2017-09-14 19:55:43 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/187745713 Calendar https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/187831222 I find the calendar guide in schoology is excellent for allowing me to plan the week ahead.Of course working with such positive and helpful colleagues is also a guiding light!]]> 2017-09-15 06:49:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ssaeeda1/7zca3a635jih/wish/187831222