Mrs. Ferguson SCES

Passionate 3rd grade teacher, wife, mom, & grandma. I love the Redskins, Capitals, and the Orioles!

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

Thank you to @SwansCreekES custodians! This letter from one of my students says it perfectly 🥰

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

@teachergoals Yup

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

Thank you @SWANSPrincipal and @Mrs_Leto4 for the fabulous candy apple bar today! It was perfect. @SwansCreekES

[Gar-Field HS PWCS @Gar_Field_HS]

We are very excited to announce our new mascot: the Red Wolves! Logo design process is currently underway... Launch Event TBA.

#GFRedWolves
#ThePack

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

@BabautaBarb I loved her too! 😊

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

@BabautaBarb Congratulations Gabby! Hugs from your kindergarten teacher ❤️

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

3rd grade rocks! @SwansCreekES

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

@GovernorVA @business Anyway to speed it up in Prince William County? They did a great job getting teachers vaccinated but so many others are still waiting

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

Can’t believe it’s been 9 years since my daughter was a college freshman and playing ball. Now she is living her dream as an awesome K teacher at @RosaElementary. I’m a proud mama! @VAUnion1865

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

@PKobrynELSpec Thanks! I almost didn’t include that in my answer because I figured everyone was doing that!

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

A1) I use breakout rooms for “think alongs”. I know it’s silly for 3rd grade but I pretend I’m putting on my thinking cap before I give the topic or question. I feel/hope it signals to the students that I want them to think extra. #PWCSELChat #PWCSPlaybook

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

@PKobrynELSpec I really enjoyed this! Thank you so much!

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

A3)I try not to talk too much by using breakout rooms, zoom whiteboard, & videos. I’d like to incorporate more student led discussions and student choice in how content is presented. I’m learning how to use all of the virtual tools we have. #PWCSPlaybook #PWCSELChat

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

A2)I plan breakout rooms often & for all subjects. The groups always change & I always have a rep from each group share with the class what their group discussed. We’re starting book clubs soon too. #PWCSELChat #PWCSPlaybook

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

Hi-Michele Ferguson, 3rd grade teacher at Swans Creek ES. When I give my students a break during the school day, I take one too. #PWCSELChat #PWCSPlaybook

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

A3). Building background knowledge, finding ways for students to make a personal connection, and student choice of tasks. #PWCSPlaybook #PWCSELChat

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

A2) Student engagement is actively participating with interest in lessons, activities, or class discussions. I like student led discussions & breakout rooms. In school-group projects with each student having a specific role. #PWCSPlaybook #PWCSELChat

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

A1) I check in with my students to find out their thoughts on an assessment or assignment. Not just whether it was easy or hard but did I give them the opportunity to show what they have learned in a way that makes sense to them #PWCSPlaybook #PWCSELChat

[Mrs. Ferguson SCES @MrsSces]

Hi-Michele Ferguson 3rd grade teacher at Swans Creek ES. My 7 year old twin grand daughters bring me joy #PWCSPlaybook #PWCSELChat

[Corey Rosen Schwartz @CoreyPBNinja]

Good mood giveaway: RT to enter to win a copy of MOOTILDA'S BAD MOOD (Spoiler: She winds up in a great mood!) Ends 11/12. (US only)