https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq Share one teaching victory, no matter how small! en-us 2020-09-30 12:52:06 UTC 2020-10-09 12:43:38 UTC hello@padlet.com maherk3 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/791067020 Even our little ones are wearing masks all day and after a week we have no arrival criers! YAY! ]]> 2020-09-30 13:01:01 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/791067020 maherk3 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/791073774 Team planning time has been a great resource and bonding experience! ]]> 2020-09-30 13:02:49 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/791073774 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/798956421 We've been having a lot of fun finding songs and dances to help our learning. The best part is that on some days, students don't want to log off of virtual learning!]]> 2020-10-02 19:39:27 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/798956421 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/799091299 Class go by so fast, the students and I are often surprised.]]> 2020-10-02 20:43:03 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/799091299 JosephineHunt https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/799091706 Masks, face shields, trifold barriers...oh my!
There's nothing these little ones won't try!
I have learned how resilient our students are, and-even though a little different-teaching and learning happens!]]> 2020-10-02 20:43:17 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/799091706 sidrowk https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/801076813 Even though we're all virtual, we've taken the time to really get to know each other and build a strong class community. This was evident last week when a student was visibly frustrated and upset during math. Many of her classmates started cheering her on telling her they believed in her!]]> 2020-10-04 18:15:58 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/801076813 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/801240316 I have been so impressed with how my students have so quickly learned Zoom controls and tricks! When one students' microphone wasn't working, many of her classmates were suggesting things to try until we got her device working again. ]]> 2020-10-04 21:04:35 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/801240316 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/801669806 It has been great to see how excited students are to see one another.  Even with social distancing, they find ways to talk, play, and share ideas. ]]> 2020-10-05 02:39:22 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/801669806 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/801695391 Team collaboration

It’s great working together as a team and putting all of our ideas and lessons together. ]]> 2020-10-05 02:54:56 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/801695391 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/801723415 I believe strongly in my teaching abilities, but the parent compliments I’ve received recently regard how much FUN their children are having during my Zoom sessions. That makes me feel really good because as a special educator, students can be hesitant and embarrassed to receive additional services that their peers do not get. While also completing our necessary work for the day, I always make sure to check in with students about how their day is going and take moments to connect. I’ve been told more than once that parents can hear their children laughing during my sessions and how nice that is to hear. :)]]> 2020-10-05 03:12:03 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/801723415 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802657282 Young learning should and can be joyful and fun. I have loved seeing the playful, joyful learning even if it is virtual❤️]]> 2020-10-05 12:04:41 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802657282 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802658119 It puts a smile on my face when I see how happy the students are. They are so happy to be in school with their friends even if they have to social distance and wear masks. 

]]> 2020-10-05 12:05:03 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802658119 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802664885 Watching students interacting with me and with each other has been a joy to watch. Seeing those hands go up and conversations happening has really enriched the school day and brought some normalcy back to the classroom.]]> 2020-10-05 12:07:58 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802664885 bachmanna1 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802667541 I have had so much anxiety over re-creating the authentic school experience via remote learning but when I see their smiles and hear their laughs, I realize that I am doing it (somehow)!]]> 2020-10-05 12:09:00 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802667541 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802667815 Even teaching virtually I can still see their eyes pop open when they learn something new. The smiles spread across their faces as we celebrate learning together. ]]> 2020-10-05 12:09:07 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802667815 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802682169 The virtual class has evolved into wonderful moments of feeling like a class in a real classroom. We almost forget we are not there in person - whether it is during read-alouds, a core subject, or just sharing experiences with each other. There has been laughter, discovery, and learning.]]> 2020-10-05 12:14:14 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802682169 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802695338 It has been great to receive support from colleagues in various grade levels. We are in this together.]]> 2020-10-05 12:18:51 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802695338 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802708354 It's so wonderful seeing their eyes smile :-) ]]> 2020-10-05 12:23:36 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802708354 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802717481 I'm so happy to be able to work in an environment with talented staff who share generously of their ideas and expertise. ]]> 2020-10-05 12:26:47 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802717481 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802719393 The children are happy to be in school, for any time possible! I am so glad I can provide that for them.]]> 2020-10-05 12:27:30 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802719393 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802721026 I love to see smiles and hear laughs as we read aloud and discuss books. It's so hard to know how the students are connecting... until you hear the giggle!

]]> 2020-10-05 12:28:02 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802721026 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802722437 2020-10-05 12:28:34 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802722437 gerbig https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802748428 Working as a 'virtual PLC': planning together, analyzing data, writing units, adjusting instruction.. It's awesome to open up our common doc on the weekends and see all of the great things we have planned.]]> 2020-10-05 12:37:09 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/802748428 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/803458057 The students are so happy to log onto Zoom every day and see each other! They have become a community for each other. Also, the teacher community has come together to provide interactive lessons for the students!]]> 2020-10-05 15:20:27 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/803458057 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/803744379 This past month, my students are developing a love of learning...

]]> 2020-10-05 16:20:50 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/803744379 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/803874091 I warms my heart to see how excited the children are to talk and spend time with one another.

]]> 2020-10-05 16:49:27 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/803874091 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/803877029 We welcomed over twenty new students and their families to Hillside's ELL program!]]> 2020-10-05 16:50:11 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/803877029 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/804054469 The students came well prepared and ready to go to their 8:15AM class!]]> 2020-10-05 17:28:53 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/804054469 3Lee https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/804171704 Students admitted that throughout the hybrid learning model and the fully remote day today, they learned new things! One student shared, "even though it was hard, we didn't give up!" I'm very proud of how students were able to maintain a positive attitude throughout these changes!]]> 2020-10-05 17:53:47 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/804171704 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/804253337 When you hear the children at 12:45 say , "I don't want to leave. I love school." And they are learning virtually. AMAZING!!!]]> 2020-10-05 18:12:23 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/804253337 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/804386878 I successfully held my first zoom today after being on maternity leave all spring, and the parents emailed me saying their kids loved it! :)]]> 2020-10-05 18:44:50 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/804386878 corio1 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/804423321 It is great when many learning strategies can work in any type of setting.  Making connections to kids is the best part! ]]> 2020-10-05 18:55:07 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/804423321 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/804492269 I was so proud that my students were able to follow the schedule and came when they were supposed to see me. Seeing them again was heart warming. They all showed a positive attitude! ]]> 2020-10-05 19:15:40 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/804492269 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/804511155 Working with my teams while sharing and learning so much from each other!]]> 2020-10-05 19:21:51 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/804511155 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/804541581 Having every students name in front of me and being able to connect with them better than before!]]> 2020-10-05 19:31:16 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/804541581 https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/816492451 Watching kindergarteners jumping with excitement to meet their virtual classmates for the first time in person. They had their picture taken and recognized each other's faces.]]> 2020-10-09 12:41:01 UTC https://padlet.com/dmsmith10/g78azbbhl4ftrplq/wish/816492451