Katherine DeMarco

Teacher at Slackwood Elementary in LTPS, Coach of middle school field hockey and lacrosse

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute A5: Putting SEL in the forefront of the classroom, servicing the whole child, setting and modeling expected and inclusive behaviors, and actively addressing stereotypical and hurtful comments will foster relationships with students as discussed in TIC. #TeacherEd #SafeSchools

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute A4:HIB encompasses much more than we can see as teachers or have access to being that it can be off school property, not during school hours, and via the various social media outlets. We need parent and community support! #TeacherEd #SafeSchools

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute A3: In the last month of school, we sat down as a grade level to discuss what students should be put together and separated for next years classes because we see them interact and know their unique personalities and want EVERY child to be successful! #TeacherEd #SafeSchools

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute A2: Luckily in 2nd grade, we have units on family and traditions. We have open discourse on how we are diverse yet how similar we are as well by making connections. Respecting each other as human beings and teaching empathy helps too! #TeacherEd #SafeSchools

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute #TeacherEd #SafeSchools A1:Our classroom community has open discussions where we respectfully disagree and students know what that means. Everyone’s opinions count and is heard!

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute #edtech #teacherEd Q5: While I do use emails and talking points, my absolute favorite is the Remind app so I can send pictures and quick announcements and it just goes out to my families. It’s easy to use and translatable for my ELL families.

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute #edtech #TeacherEd A4: Let’s face it, technology is engaging yet distracting and when the entire class is “working” on their online assignments and you are trying to help kids in small groups or 1:1, it’s hard to monitor.

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute #edtech #teacherEd A3: Our grade level has a google shared drive where we upload anything and everything we find for our grade level content and standards. So helpful to have a great collaborative team!

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute #TeacherEd #edtech A2: Being in 2nd grade, students need to be taught HOW to use their laptops appropriately. We had charging issues and smart board connectivity issues for a bit so ALWAYS have a back up plan:)

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute #TeacherEd #edtech A1:My students have their school issued laptops in 2nd grade so we use them daily for iReady, Google classroom assignments, interactive notebooks for science and such. Young students are inherently motivated to use tech!

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute #TeacherEd #growthmindset A5:
Setting clear expectations and providing models help guide your students with their assessments. Always provide opportunities for second chance learning as students will learn more through their own productive struggle to o improve their work.

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute #TeacherEd #Growthmindset A4: When providing feedback to students, be sure to praise effort and growth rather than intelligence and ability to improve the mindset of your students. “You must feel so proud of your hard work….”

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute #TeacherEd #Growthmindset Q3 When presenting new material, reinforce confidence in your students to ensure success. Start with self affirming quotes like “I can do hard things!” Also place the emphasis on LEARNING.

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute #Teacher Ed #Growthmindset Q2 Teachers can facilitate growth mindset by creating a classroom of error where they celebrate mistakes and how we learn from them. “My mistakes help me grow.”

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute #TeacherEd #GrowthMindSet A1 GMS gives power to students to invest in their OWN unique learning with the belief that they can learn anything.

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute Katie DeMarco-2nd grade all subjects

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute #AltRtEd #SpEd Q5 Using more redirection and positive reinforcement rather than punitive measures will encourage students to be successful. Negative attention is still attention to the brain. Positive attention begets positive results.

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute #AltRtEd #SpEd Q4 flexible seating, proximity to me during whole group, creating our own non-verbal signal for when student needs a break

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute #AltRtEd #SpEd Q3 lots of brain breaks and kinesthetic movement have been super helpful not only to those with ADHD but for all of my second grade students. Also having a visual to support oral directions.

[Katherine DeMarco @MrsDeMarcoSWS2]

@RutgersAltRoute #AltRtEd #SpEd Q2 I give my students a choice. This way their voice is heard and they are able to tell us what they want, need, and prefer. Choice boards, rewards they want to earn, etc