Melissa Baxter

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

4 Corner Questions on this beautiful and sunny Friday! #RCSDPIRATES #RCSDMMCHAT

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

I enjoyed learning all the hook strategies. Now I am trying to "own" some of them by tweaking them to reflect my style and personality.

[Jason Gribble @jasongribble]

Q1: After reading Sections II of #TLAP, how might you describe your thoughts? #rcsdmmchat

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

@MrsGenig The flu? Nice hook!

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

The Calm App series by LeBron James is great! The students in my class were definitely able to make some connections. We worked on managing emotions today. #rcsdmmchat #rcsdpirates

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

I use music to transition, meditate, and as a timer in my classroom.

[Jason Gribble @jasongribble]

Q6: The Mozart Hook

“Music is an unbelievable state and mood changer.”
Describe ways you add (or will add) music to your learning setting.

#tlap #rcsdmmchat

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

They could act out parts of a story or they could make a song or rap about a concept.

[Jason Gribble @jasongribble]

Q7: Dance and Drama Hook

In your learning environment,
what are some ways students might share their learning by
acting it out or dancing?

#tlap #rcsdmmchat

[Jason Gribble @jasongribble]

Q7: Dance and Drama Hook

In your learning environment,
what are some ways students might share their learning by
acting it out or dancing?

#tlap #rcsdmmchat

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

During a math lesson, 4 students worked off one chart paper to solve a problem. After each student answered in their section of the paper, the students collaborated to write a final answer in the middle.

[Jason Gribble @jasongribble]

Q2: What happened during a lesson you taught (or observed) that you would describe as a “beautiful quilt of engagement.” #TLAP #rcsdmmchat

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

@jasongribble I have a “complete the drawing” activity. This can be done with anyone to incorporate art and creativity! #rcsdmmchat

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

@jasongribble Invite guests in, use technology to connect, plan meaningful field trips

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

@jasongribble I will be doing a movement activity tomorrow during our circle! The wind blows if...

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

A6: I could sell tickets to my lessons that I present during our circles. They are highly requested by the students!

[Jason Gribble @jasongribble]

Q6: #RCSDMMChat #tlap

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

A day filled with movies, food, fun, and games! Happy Holidays from Room 134! #RCSDPIRATES
#RCSDMMCHAT

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

@jasongribble A5: I build rapport with my students by getting to know them through activities. A favorite one of mine from this year was a "me bag". Each student had to fill a brown paper bag with 3 items that represent themselves. We shared the bags out during a circle. @RCSDMMCHAT

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

@SchenkelGrace #rcsdmmchat #jasongribble
A4: Despite distractions I keep myself immersed by remembering my "why". This helps me focus on the big picture instead of all the small details that can be distracting.

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

@jasongribble Creative alchemy is a combination of magic, passion, and interest that combine together to create powerful lessons. #RCSDMMCHAT

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

@jasongribble I infect my lessons with enthusiasm by bringing my passion for relationships into it. I love planning lessons that involve community building and getting the students up and moving. Here is an example of what I try to do on a daily basis:

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

@jasongribble I need to improve

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

Half way through our gratitude journaling challenge! #rcsdpirates

[Melissa Baxter @Melissa08058137]

@jasongribble I am passionate about struggling learners, especially in the area of math. That's why I am a special education teacher :) I am also passionate about mindfulness, yoga, and community building. I plan these activities several times a week with my students.