April Jensen

Mom to an amazing daughter, special education teacher, Nebraska native, and Missouri educator. Go Big Red!

[April Jensen @AprilJensen19]

A5: So many students! :) My favorite part of teaching. #NMSchat

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A4: I usually try to add some humor to the day. Nothing is better for a person's mental health than big belly laugh. #NMSchat

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A3: Relationships! #NMSchat

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A2: I try to introduce a lesson with something that my students are interested in. For example, today I introduced 1/2. We had cookies that we had to split in 1/2. #NMSchat

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April Jensen, special education at PRMS. I would have to agree with Mr. Player, some perfectly smoked baby backs! #NMSchat

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A5: There is never enough time. #NMSchat

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@mrs_martinez6 I was always praying that they wouldn't ask any questions. What if I don't know the answer?!

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A4: My first IEP meeting was terrifying! Now I'm a pro! #NMSchat

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A3: This is a hard one for me! I'm always in awe of the remarkable teachers who have crossed my path. I try to take this "awe" and turn it into something that will help me grow professionally. #NMSchat

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A1: I found a little bit of myself in all of the intellect types. I think I mostly align with the Interpersonal-Social and the Linguistic-Verbal. #NMSchat

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A1: My "go-to" is music. I can usually find a song to fit about any theme/concept. If you say "Go", I sing, "Wake me up before you go go." #NMSchat

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April Jensen, Special Education Teacher at Pioneer. Munch's, "The Scream" depicts me in August and May. #NMSchat

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A6: Acceptance of failure allows us to take risks, to try new things, and to grow. Failure allows us reflect and to improve. Acceptance of failure allows us to succeed. #NMSchat

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A5: Part 2 Or how about a "Charlotte's Web" room transformation (currently reading that book) with our own pet Wilbur? #NMSchat

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A5: I would love to have the time and the funds to transform my classroom several times throughout the year. Currently, we are learning about the continents. Wouldn't it be fun to have a continent themed room transformation? #NMSchat

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A4: One way I use application is through teachable moments. Behavior and social skills are best taught "in the moment" through application of learned skills. #NMSchat

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A3: It helps kids make connections to their own life, therefore, making learning more valuable. #nmschat

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@mrs_martinez6 @RoyKing1979 Thank you for moderating! See you next week!

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A3: BIG FLOP....Competitive games in an Autistic classroom DO NOT WORK! #NMSchat

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A2: ALL kids can learn! #NMSchat