Helen Simanu

I am a teacher at St Francis of Assisi. I am in my first year of collaboration and I am looking forward to chatting to others on their journey too

[Helen Simanu @HelenSimanu]

@awkwardgoogle ❤️❤️

[Helen Simanu @HelenSimanu]

Good info @stfrancischch

[Jin Russell @DrJinRussell]

Speaking with family & friends, I'm aware that many parents are feeling uneasy about their kids returning to school and daycare on Monday. As a paediatric doctor and mum of two, I thought it might be helpful to share why I'm feeling relaxed and where I get my info from 1/9

[Helen Simanu @HelenSimanu]

@OliviaG81527553 Awesome thanks

[Sal @SimpleSall]

Only day one and this cruelty exists! #lockdownnz

[Helen Simanu @HelenSimanu]

Interesting read I think we have a few kids in the hub with dysgraphia. @stfrancischch

[edutopia @edutopia]

An estimated 7-15% of students in general ed classrooms struggle with #dysgraphia—a learning disability that affects their writing. Get the lowdown here. https://t.co/LeefMy2Yap

[Helen Simanu @HelenSimanu]

I have found this definitely is helpful. @stfrancischch

[edutopia @edutopia]

Writing assignments don't have to be time-consuming to be effective. These short assignments can help students become better writers and thinkers. https://t.co/qj5KEhtwie

[edutopia @edutopia]

For some schools, art is not an elective—it is integral to the entire curriculum. Learn how arts integration helps students learn.
https://t.co/7YywTi3i8q

[Helen Simanu @HelenSimanu]

We need to do more of this @stfrancischch

[edutopia @edutopia]

“I keep my students’ successes in the front of my mind, and rough days are quickly put into perspective—for the students, their families, and me.” The importance of positive contact with parents, and what that can look like.
https://t.co/PvztAAq343

[Helen Simanu @HelenSimanu]

Awesome idea for Paiaka @stfrancischch

[Melissa Lim @actionhero]

These techniques guide all students to process course content and then actively demonstrate their learning. 3 Ways to Ask Questions That Engage the Whole Class / @edutopia https://t.co/3FZjQMxzcL

[edutopia @edutopia]

One of the best ways to learn a concept is to teach it to someone else. Check out 3 tips for implementing the Protégé Effect in your classroom.

[Helen Simanu @HelenSimanu]

Great ideas @StFrancis900

[edutopia @edutopia]

Elementary students are distracted 26% of the time, according to a recent study. These tips can help you do something about it.

[Helen Simanu @HelenSimanu]

Paiaka Hub supporting principals! #green @stfrancischch @tmb1581 @kathroach4

[edutopia @edutopia]

This teacher starts building relationships with her students right at the door.

[Helen Simanu @HelenSimanu]

@peachsandgrades Sorry to hear! We all have days when things seem to much. Tomorrow is a new day! Onwards and upwards

[Helen Simanu @HelenSimanu]

This could be helpful for this term @stfrancischch

[George Couros @gcouros]

"The Ultimate Cheat Sheet for Critical Thinking" https://t.co/cMoOaDmyZV

[Helen Simanu @HelenSimanu]

So true! Let’s make connections! @stfrancischch

[Sharon de Dassel @SharondeDassel]

So true😃 #sapcoffs @MscottMichelle @naomiloa @MaryMachatsch @Zyatica @kchalls @MissPuglisi @prue22 @AmberAndrewsa @alexshaw88 @peterwatts88

[Helen Simanu @HelenSimanu]

The Smarties collaboratively problem solving at the Epro8 challenge! @stfrancischch @Siobhan_Cumming

[Helen Simanu @HelenSimanu]

#energiseNZ2018 @sylviaduckworth

[Helen Simanu @HelenSimanu]

Awesome team work!!! https://t.co/fB64hmj8BD

[Geoff Wallis @followGeoff]

@CharlesBisley @HelenSimanu @ChCh_based #energisenz2018