Ellen Crews

Taking a break from Twitter

[Jennifer Snyder @mrssnyder007]

2nd quarter with @crewsmath in the iStudio is simply amazing! 6th grade @VIDASHARKS expanding on the Dimensions of Product Design focusing on scale and precision to design and create an outdoor space for Vidaville residents. From idea to paper to prototype… looking good!!

[Ellen Crews @crewsmath]

What happens when students ask if they can keep working instead of going to lunch? Working on an amazing legacy art piece @VIDASHARKS

[Ellen Crews @crewsmath]

First round of 6th grade iStudio was a major F.A.I.L. (First Attempt In Learning), but Ms. Snyder’s cryptozoologists made it Jawesome! @VIDASHARKS

[VIDA (6-8 Magnet) @VIDASHARKS]

6th Grade iStudio is crushing!@crewsmath providing a model of what kids will create as they learn & sharpen basic dimensions of product design skills. You actually have to teach measuring, straight lines, scoring cardboard & safe use of cutters if you want them to DO! #WeAreVIDA

[VIDA (6-8 Magnet) @VIDASHARKS]

Mosaics with @crewsmath where students are practicing with elements of design and spacing before they get into their glasswork! Love what they are already coming up with on the 6th day of school BUT only 5th day of class! #WeAreVIDA

[Ellen Crews @crewsmath]

Amazing prototyping skills. I can’t wait to see the final product! @VIDASHARKS

[Ellen Crews @crewsmath]

In 7th grade they made piñatas and a 3D geometry project. In 8th grade they are ready to design and construct independently on the 2nd day of school. @VIDASHARKS

[VIDA (6-8 Magnet) @VIDASHARKS]

Mosaics stidents with @crewsmath are going to be making some Moms very happy this weekend!!!! #WeAreVIDA

[Ellen Crews @crewsmath]

First tile and glass mosaic projects completed! Moving on to 3D shapes @VIDASHARKS

[Ellen Crews @crewsmath]

How do you teach 32 middle-schoolers to safely use a hot wire cutter? You don’t. You teach one and supervise as she teaches the others! @VIDASHARKS

[Ellen Crews @crewsmath]

First mosaics project with mortar and glass is underway! @VIDASHARKS

[Ellen Crews @crewsmath]

Reimagining with teachers from from across the country! (virtually this time) #WPSFTF

[Ellen Crews @crewsmath]

Day 1 of Mosaics! @VIDASHARKS

[VIDA (6-8 Magnet) @VIDASHARKS]

Students with @crewsmath have their architecture projects taking shape!!!! #WeAreVIDA

[Ellen Crews @crewsmath]

“Students need a way to balance schoolwork, sports, family and friends in order to be successful at VIDA.” Designing the Game Of VIDA @VIDASHARKS

[Ellen Crews @crewsmath]

Reflecting on how thankful I am for the amazing teachers that I have the honor of calling colleagues every day @VIDASHARKS .
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[VIDA (6-8 Magnet) @VIDASHARKS]

The beginning of ends...The first 8th Grade Design Lab to end Quarter 4 Public Speaking rotations ended today. Their last time with @AlyssaAllgaier - ever - definite moment of "wow" in the virtual air in the goodbye. We never know what we have until it is gone. #PVLEGS #WeAreVIDA

[Ellen Crews @crewsmath]

Teaching 7th graders how to solve an equation virtually yesterday. 24/25 were on task for 45+ minutes. 16 summoned me to their breakout room: 14 to ask questions, one to tell a bad joke, and one to introduce me to their new dog. Great day in virtual school! @VIDASHARKS

[Ellen Crews @crewsmath]

A quote from a 7th grader during her Celebration of Learning.

[Ellen Crews @crewsmath]

@Yummymath I walk around 7 express interest in the ideas of reluctant students & if they would be willing to share alone or with a partner.