Kurstin Draper

[Katie 💕 @kdpearson]

So thankful I get to learn from @JDuddingtonBHE. She seriously is one of the most intentional people I’ve ever met. Her words are so powerful. 💕#empoweringbearsbhe

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

@emilyestes29 A5: I feel that as a teacher and mother I have learned to find a balance by being intentional with my time. Some days I let things wait till the next day because I don’t want it to consume all my energy. #BHEbookstudy

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

@emilyestes29 #BHEbookstudy

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

@emilyestes29 A:4 I feel a simple strategy would be using timers. If a student becomes frustrated you can set a timer and allow them to get a quick drink then come back to the task after a short break.

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

A:3 I agree with @viewsfromfirst and I also think that discussing how to handle situations through morning meetings is very beneficial. My Ss love role play and acting out the best way to respond to different situations. #BHEbookstudy

[Ms. Caruso @viewsfromfirst]

@emilyestes29 A3: we can use the visual of a two story house to help students understand their upstairs and downstairs brain. When we flip our lid the stairs are no longer connected & able to work together. #BHEbookstudy

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

@emilyestes29 A:2 I quickly learned about responsibility as a kid with chores. My parents always said if I wanted nice things that I needed to take care of them. I feel that my girls are very responsible with helping me keep the class clean and organized. They ask to help. #BHEbookstudy

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

@emilyestes29 A:1

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

@emilyestes29 S Hatcher has been my safe place. She and I can relate with work and family situations. She is uplifting and reminds me that I’m loved. I strive to do this for my Ss as well. I feel that I strive to connect more with Ss by getting to know where they’re coming from. #BHEbookstudy

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

The 5k will be hosted at Brewer HS on Nov 30th and for free! Donations are appreciated!T-shirts will be available for sale. We will have a registration form to preorder t-shirts. We are working on that now. The fun run/walk will start at 9. More details to come.
And so we go on;

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

Discussing student differentiation for students. A great option is using choice boards! “Choice boards empower students through choice ensuring adherence to learning goals and standards.” #EmpoweringBearsBHE

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

Shout out to my Twitterless teacher bestie, Stephanie Hatcher, for sharing out our ELA curriculum resources! I learned so much from you today. #empoweringbears

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

@emilyestes29 A.5 It has allowed me to step back and really analyze my classroom and myself as a teacher. I know at times I can be impatient, but this has helped me to realize where I can work better for my Ss in creating a safe classroom culture. #BHEBookStudy

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

@emilyestes29 A.4 When students may be having a rough time I like to be encouraging. Scolding them will only continue to get you the same results. When you compliment and uplift them Ss are most likely going to respond differently and step back up into their upstairs brain #BHEBookStudy

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

@emilyestes29 A:3 Reality check✅ Trauma is so real, but it does not define the person. It hit hard when it said that we are the resource, not the person down the hall. It’s so true. I believe the students we have are meant to be ours for a reason.#BHEBookStudy

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

@emilyestes29 A:2 By building the nest. When students walk in the building they should feel safe physically and emotionally. All Ts can work to make Ss feel safe by simply showing kindness and understanding. You might be the one positive thing through their day. #BHEBookStudy

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

@emilyestes29 A:1 My strength with connecting with students I feel is during morning meetings. I allow students to share experiences and things that they’re interested in. I also love getting to have lunch with them in my classroom. Parents also join! #BHEBookStudy

[Katie 💕 @kdpearson]

Thank you to WS Fire Department for coming out to @BlueHazeWSISD today! #empoweringbearsbhe

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

Happy National Custodian Day to our awesome custodian Mr.Preston! He sure does take care of @BlueHazeWSISD and my room always looks so tidy! Thank you for what you do!

[Kurstin Draper @DraperBHE]

Mark your calendars. November 30th 9:00 AM, the First Annual Jacob Draper Memorial Fund 5k will be held at Brewer High School. More details to come soon.
And so we go on;

[Katie 💕 @kdpearson]

Thankful. Thankful for these listening ears. Thankful for the fact when I freak out cry and laughter at the same time, they remain calm. Thankful we have each others back on this crazy first week. 💕 #empoweringbearsbhe