Wednesday Reflection by Clare McKenna https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k Respond to each of the question prompts to reflect on today's sessions. en-us 2020-08-21 16:33:12 UTC 2020-08-28 01:47:31 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/428274548/8f5d9050af825cdc24ad8073d66ff5cc/The_U.PNG Felt quite inspired today when thinking about some ideas for my classroom theme. https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701081567 2020-08-26 19:48:18 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701081567 Worked on the first days lesson plans and how they fit into the Learning Targets, which reflect our Goals. https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701084006 2020-08-26 19:49:20 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701084006 I would like to be a source of inspiration to encourage the kids onto physical, metal, social health. https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701086521 2020-08-26 19:50:22 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701086521 thinking about how to help create a safe virtual classroom where students feel a right to be there and that their voice is heard https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701088068 2020-08-26 19:51:01 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701088068 Learning how to deliver. https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701088637 2020-08-26 19:51:16 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701088637 "I am A CHAMPION" video, and sharing that as a theme for the year https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701089313 2020-08-26 19:51:35 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701089313 honestly not as comfortable with technology as I thought I was... :/ https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701093312 2020-08-26 19:53:15 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701093312 Curiosity at how this will all come to fruition. I'm looking forward to it! https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701094183 2020-08-26 19:53:38 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701094183 seeing students names I knew on my crew roster https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701094803 2020-08-26 19:53:52 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701094803 I am thinking about how breakout rooms should be used in a developmental appropriate way cairafrohman https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701094909 2020-08-26 19:53:55 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701094909 Working collectively to create quality content for student/ https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701095372 2020-08-26 19:54:05 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701095372 I am feeling good about the first two weeks. https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701099482 2020-08-26 19:55:40 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701099482 Connecting all of the information that we have be given into a practical and manageable chunk of resources that can be use to foster a healthy learning environment and experience. cairafrohman https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701100197 2020-08-26 19:55:59 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701100197 Thinking through how I am going to get to know my students! Stressful!!! https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701100888 2020-08-26 19:56:18 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701100888 Science is Super https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701100939 We all shared our plans and offered feedback to each other! Working Collectively. ]]> 2020-08-26 19:56:19 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701100939 Seeing everyone and connecting albeit it virtually https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701102250 2020-08-26 19:56:52 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701102250 Re-connected with all staff has been great and has me excited for our week with the kids cairafrohman https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701105918 2020-08-26 19:58:25 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701105918 Communication systems and development are important tenets throughout our 2020-21 goals and the work that has been done today is part of the development that we , as a community, need to attain before we set out to with goals to foster development in our staff, student and student family relationships. cairafrohman https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701109648 2020-08-26 19:59:41 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701109648 Helping students to celebrate their Black excellence. Building relationships with students, families, and staff that allows everyone to be their best. https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701116503 2020-08-26 20:02:37 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701116503 Trying to find the best ways to build relationships online. Learning all about schoology. https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701119482 2020-08-26 20:03:51 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701119482 Getting back to "the Work" by any means necessary! https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701121764 2020-08-26 20:04:46 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701121764 briannaborrello https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701142727 I want to set up my schoology 
courses!!!! it's okay, I will soon ]]> 2020-08-26 20:13:44 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701142727 briannaborrello https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701146879 Empowering students to work as scientists, maybe even if they have never seen themselves as such before.

]]> 2020-08-26 20:15:37 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701146879 briannaborrello https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701149557 waking up early 😴]]> 2020-08-26 20:16:43 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701149557 briannaborrello https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701150859 meeting everyone and feeling super supported on this team 🥰]]> 2020-08-26 20:17:15 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701150859 Houston https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701154158 That first session touched real close to home (and made me remember things that have happened to be as it relates to being a Black woman) . Just makes me think of what my students may be carrying when they come to my sessions and how to acknowledge them.]]> 2020-08-26 20:18:50 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701154158 Houston https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701161858 I gave and received feedback from my community on ideas for my virtual classroom.]]> 2020-08-26 20:22:14 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701161858 Houston https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701164717 Giving my students voice and being flexible.]]> 2020-08-26 20:23:29 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701164717 Houston https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701168009 Being attentive for such a long period of time... I's tired!]]> 2020-08-26 20:24:56 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701168009 Reese https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701169498 The first session was very relatable. And there are a lot of tools to utilize for virtual class. 

]]> 2020-08-26 20:25:30 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701169498 ReeseI collaborated with a few individuals from other schools today on how to navigate through a particular area of schoology. I also tried to brainstorm activities that embody collective work. https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701172705 2020-08-26 20:26:57 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701172705 Houston https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701175631 Meeting new members of our team and hearing insightful thoughts from my fellow teachers.]]> 2020-08-26 20:28:13 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701175631 daniellereese3 https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701182658 I've been challenged because I am attempting to work through all of the schoology self work tutorials as well as complete our duties and manage mommying lol !!!

]]> 2020-08-26 20:31:17 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701182658 daniellereese3 https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701184470 Learning about all of the available resources for student virtual learning. ]]> 2020-08-26 20:32:10 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701184470 daniellereese3 https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701187562 Helping students realize their potential by thinking in terms of they have a right to know and be here, words of affirmation and helping them to foster their critical thinking skills which will ultimately enact their UJIMA. ]]> 2020-08-26 20:33:39 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701187562 https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701278058 Feeling a bit more relieved that McKenna put out in CLEAR language that there will be no grading for the first two weeks. Extremely happy to hear that LT understand that we are all learning this together and there is no expert to schoology:) I truly needed to hear that.]]> 2020-08-26 21:27:38 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701278058 https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701288063 Communication was key in keeping me grounded.  I think I'm over thinking a lot of things and trying not to get overwhelmed. ]]> 2020-08-26 21:34:16 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701288063 https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701289954 Having students have a more powerful voice both in and out of the classroom.]]> 2020-08-26 21:35:48 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701289954 https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701290664 Schoology is challenging the #@$% out of me, I'm sooo lost but I refuse to be defeated. ]]> 2020-08-26 21:36:23 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701290664 https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701292228 I was able to keep up and follow along with Lilly, Spencer and Bush presentation ]]> 2020-08-26 21:37:45 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701292228 WED https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701394840 I am feeling good, things are going to be crazy on Monday but we will figure it out. ]]> 2020-08-26 23:09:22 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701394840 Planning https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701397182 2020-08-26 23:11:28 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701397182 mackenziehill1 https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701405138 I feel like the CBD meetings were less than helpful but the self-paced learning was alright. It was very long and tedious though. I wish we had more time to work with our grade level teams and coaches to feel better prepared for Monday. I'm a bit nervous because I didn't have the chance to begin the lesson planning today due to the CBD stuff taking forever.]]> 2020-08-26 23:18:30 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701405138 mackenziehill1 https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701411519 I've been focusing on finding a way to encourage collaboration and communication between students, their families and I. ]]> 2020-08-26 23:23:46 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701411519 mackenziehill1 https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701414726 I want to give them more choice and voice in our learning space and encourage collaboration thru Ujima.]]> 2020-08-26 23:26:40 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701414726 mackenziehill1 https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701415788 Work/Life balance. I dont want to work 12 hours a day again but this week has been exactly that. Also, not having courses in Schoology to set up in advance is very frustrating.]]> 2020-08-26 23:27:39 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701415788 mackenziehill1 https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701416114 I feel more confident with Schoology and Zoom though I would like to practice more. Also, it's nice to see all my colleagues, even on Zoom.]]> 2020-08-26 23:28:00 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701416114 I walked away feeling less anxious about the first two weeks. One of my biggest frustrations has been figuring out how to begin the year, so I appreciate admin stepping in to help us in this area. bookermccain https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701553087 2020-08-27 01:14:15 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701553087 Working collaboratively to share plans and ideas connected to our goals. bookermccain https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701581703 2020-08-27 01:34:47 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701581703 Helping to create a safe space for students to have a voice and express themselves. I also want to empower my students to feel confident in who they are. bookermccain https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701667775 2020-08-27 02:38:39 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701667775 I'm feeling a lot better about using Schoology. It was very helpful to have optional meetings to go to for help. blairhumphrys https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701669271 2020-08-27 02:39:47 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701669271 Just trying to get back into the routine of having a set schedule everyday. bookermccain https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701716015 2020-08-27 03:16:12 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701716015 Planning interactive ways to teach lessons from home. blairhumphrys https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701718843 2020-08-27 03:18:25 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701718843 Encouraging students to speak out on their emotions and working towards providing them a safe safe to do so. blairhumphrys https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701719941 2020-08-27 03:19:18 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701719941 Schoology! blairhumphrys https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701720775 2020-08-27 03:20:04 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701720775 Reconnecting with staff. bookermccain https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701721328 2020-08-27 03:20:33 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701721328 Talking with staff members and small wins on schoology blairhumphrys https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701723315 2020-08-27 03:22:16 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/701723315 I appreciated havign the option to attend the help sessions for Schoology. The SDT meeting was informative and shed some light on all of the documentaion requirements for virtual learning. Our work collectively is vital to every child. https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/702166297 2020-08-27 11:59:25 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/702166297 Working collaboratively helped with planning. https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/702181368 2020-08-27 12:11:01 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/702181368 I have enjoyed reconnecting with everyone and it is comforting to know we´re in it together. The ¨it¨ is the training, planning, and the pressure of starting a new school year virtually on top of everything else life is thr https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/702189007 2020-08-27 12:16:11 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/702189007 My role would be to collectively support in and foster my students' excellence and academic and personal goals. cairafrohman https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/702232738 2020-08-27 12:40:44 UTC https://padlet.com/claremckenna1/9a90b4mifm05670k/wish/702232738