Jillian Jensen Holt

Mom, Wife, Educator, Sushi Lover, Music Maker

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

Enjoying spending some time this summer organizing my materials and planning improvements for next year! What are you planning to implement next year in your classroom?

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

It’s going to be difficult to say goodbye to this group of kiddos tomorrow! 💛💚 @Beulah_ES

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

Hard to believe school is almost out for summer! Z is on to middle school!

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

@JeremyG724 @bes_kgibson @museonlife People make fun of me.

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

Encouraged by @bes_kgibson, I introduced Student Leaders. Ss were allowed to take control of the pacing of their learning with opportunities to request further help or do a self-guided research project on a standard related topic to further solidify the concept. #ECSDFL https://t.co/JH7NrcJR8n

[Krystal Gibson @bes_kgibson]

Q3: What is 1 thing you did to build a student-centered learning environment this year? How do you plan to further this goal next year?
#ECSDFL

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

@JeremyG724 @bes_kgibson I was blessed to be raised by @museonlife - a brilliant woman who possesses a high capacity for language and who values a vast vocabulary!

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

@JeremyG724 I include that, too, but have many families with no access to the internet.

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

A4: I send Ps a wkly newsletter that breaks down the standards we are covering. For particularly difficult concepts (like Math), I include step by step instructions for Ps so they can help, and include websites that can help their Ss take control of their learning. #ECSDFL https://t.co/SKEEWjJeK0

[Jeremy Gibson @JeremyG724]

With today's standards, parents often feel helpless when trying to help their child at home. What is something you do to help empower parents with resources?
#ecsdfl

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

@ShillingErin I am currently testing out ClassDojo for next year. I hear great things - wonder if I can make it work for me!

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

@JeremyG724 I love being able to answer, “How do you know that?!” with real answers.

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

A2: My Admin team has repeatedly supported me, encouraged me, and offered me advice and input on my ideas. They have also championed my real world experiences and allowed me to openly share them on the classroom. #ECSDFL https://t.co/2Xhk7qvaDL

[Jeremy Gibson @JeremyG724]

What is one thing your administration did well to support your role in the classroom & what is one way they could provide further support in the coming year?
#ecsdfl

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

@K8Speed Self-guided research is so empowering!

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

A1: I plan to take a few moments with each student before the end of their to discuss their strengths and how they can address (and conquer) their weaknesses, with a focus on communication. #ECSDFL https://t.co/M85Hjy4aEi

[Krystal Gibson @bes_kgibson]

Q1
As you close the year with your Ss, what can you do to ensure that they can communicate their needs to next year's teacher? #ECSDFL

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

Hi! I’m Jillian Holt, 5th grade teacher @Beulah_ES in #ECSDFL. Lover of bugs, music, history, being authentically weird, and sushi. https://t.co/b2Zzn52j5U

[Jeremy Gibson @JeremyG724]

Good evening everyone! Gary Smalley has a quote we really like, "Life is relationships, the rest is just details." With that in mind, what better way to get started than with everyone introducing themselves!
#ecsdfl

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

@yenneam Fantastic idea! #5thchat
So much can be clarified in writing!

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

To teach the importance of communication, I encourage them to challenge me, politely if I make a mistake or they think I am wrong. I also ask them to address interpersonal problems themselves before asking for adult interference - on a case by case basis. #5thchat https://t.co/CoYcz0gl5l

[Jenny Velasquez @jvelNOLA]

@bes_jholt @Beulah_ES Jillian... Can you give us some examples of the types of new social situations you try to prep your study to face?

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

@jvelNOLA I also encourage them to defend their answers and opinions with evidence that they are correct.

I offer unlikely students opportunities to prove themselves, as well. I have noticed that often, another teacher’s feedback or my own pre-conceived notions prevent this.

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

A2: Our @Beulah_ES 5th grade team works very hard to hold our students accountable to prepare them for the transition. Personally, I strive to introduce my students to life skills that prepare them for unfamiliar social situations. #5thchat https://t.co/QKVe1C6DwN

[Jenny Velasquez @jvelNOLA]

Q2: It seems most cite two major challenges for Ss transitioning into Middle School: 1) fear of the unknown & 2) handling multiple classes, multiple teachers, multiple sets of expectations. What specific steps does your school take to ease these issues? #5thchat

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

Especially students that struggle to keep themselves organized with one desk, one classroom, and one teacher. #5thchat https://t.co/t6IgBI53mx

[Jillian Jensen Holt @bes_jholt]

@Beulah_ES_Willi Good point! I didn’t consider the social aspect! #5thchat