Deb Major

Wife, Mom, 6th grade ELA & SS teacher, reader, gardener, writer, life-long learner, planner, budgeter, soccer fan.

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

@PattiMurin Thanks for your consideration! I teach 6th grade at a Title One School in Lansing, MI! #ClearTheList https://t.co/qiWQ5Uf1pR

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

@chipgaines Thanks for your consideration, Chip! I teach 6th grade at a Title One School in Lansing, MI. #clearthelist https://t.co/qiWQ5Uf1pR

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

#6thchat. Check this out for. @PearDeck !

[Pear Deck Learning @PearDeck]

🎉 Hooray for new #PearDeck Templates! 🎉

Getting students comfortable with new classmates can be a lot of fun — & these quick icebreaker templates will help! There's classmate bingo, would you rather, & more fun games in these new interactive templates: https://t.co/g9mBy1cBL3

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

#6thchat @mrskochheiser this is a thought provoking episode. Highly recommend!

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

@EvanPayneGCISD @writeguyjeff @stenhousepub Keep listening!! I enjoyed each one and feel inspired all over again. Read the book this past week!! On episode 14 now!

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

#clearthelist
I teach at a Title One school in Lansing, MI. I would appreciate any help to clear this list for the new school year. Thanks for your consideration!
https://t.co/qiWQ5Uf1pR

[katemessner @KateMessner]

Hey, teachers & librarians... Many of you have been asking what our free online summer writing camp, Teachers Write will look like this summer, and the answer is...a little different.

Better, I hope. With more of what you need right now.

Here's what we're thinking... (thread)

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

#6thchat Did you see this?? Can’t wait to try it!

[Gimkit @gimkit]

🖍️ Draw That is finally here!

In this mode, students draw terms from your Kit while everybody else tries to guess what it is. Like Pictionary, but with your content, and for your entire class!

Learn more on our blog: https://t.co/ExTZr0K23U

Get those games in and have fun!

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

@sydneycummings_ Congratulations!! I have followed you every day since June!! I have never been stronger and more fit!! You’ve been a life saver though these last 9 months!

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

@mrskochheiser I'm thinking a taste test on the deck will be in order as I try new recipes!

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

#6thchat Reading, Poetry, Cooking These are 3 areas that I want to explore more myself...I want to be more intentional about each one...not necessarily for school but for myself which will impact my school life.

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

@TeacherRunner42 I will miss next week due to conferences, but hope to be back the following week! You will be great. I look forward to your leadership!

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

@mrskochheiser @TeacherRunner42 6 years!! That's impressive and awe-inspiring!

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

#6thchat Thank you @mrskochheiser for your amazing leadership of the #6thchat for all these years! I have been inspired by the topics and have learned so much from this group. You are truly a rockstar!

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

#6thchat Understanding, Positive, Open I think that leaders who are open to new ideas & feedback are ideal. They're understanding yet hold you accountable. Positivity is essential too! There is enough negativity out there.

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

@mrskochheiser I needed to remember this on Thursday night/Friday morning when you were my fresh eyes. I should have walked away sooner to readjust my view!

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

@mrskochheiser These are great ideas! I want them to look back with fondness too, not anxiety!!

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

#6thchat A4) I want to help Ss to feel a sense of accomplishment, have fun with the Ss, and help them know that everything is going to be alright.

[Deb Major @dmaj627]

#6thchat A3) As a learner myself, I have learned there will be bumps and full on detours. I have noticed that when I get frustrated with planning or how I might teach a lesson, I need to walk away & come back with fresh eyes.