Jennifer Orr

Teach elementary students in a suburban, public school. I love my job. (Somewhere in there I am a mom, wife, reader, & musician too.) she/her #educolor

[Matthew R. Kay @MattRKay]

When learning to be a teacher, how many of your courses focused on how to successfully lead class discussions?

This is something @MarcusLuther6 and I just chatted about, and @jenorr and I discuss often.

If the answer is few (or none)… that seems like an issue, no?

[MiddleWeb @middleweb]

REVIEW: Prompt deeper discussions by crafting great questions.

Matt Kay provides actionable insights on how to structure discussions, promote critical thinking & create a safe class environment that encourages thoughtful debate. @MattRKay #edutwitter

https://t.co/hvzncXbmK5

[Jennifer Orr @jenorr]

I can’t believe it’s the 2nd birthday. I will be forever grateful to @MattRKay for inviting me into this work and sharing his wisdom and all the effort he’d put into Not Light, But Fire.

[Stenhouse Publishers @stenhousepub]

Happy 2nd birthday to We're Gonna Keep On Talking! Co-authors @MattRKay and @jenorr empower elementary teachers to respond authentically and truthfully to children's questions about the world and lead meaningful discussions about race. https://t.co/ZT70RSxVGN

[Stenhouse Publishers @stenhousepub]

"Creating a classroom full of people—adults and students—who are willing to engage in difficult conversations is no small feat." Teachers @MattRKay and @jenorr embrace this difficulty with guidance on engaging K-12 students in conversations about race. https://t.co/81Qmru1Dkg

[Jennifer Orr @jenorr]

I don’t know how I got lucky enough to coauthor with @MattRKay but to also get to do sessions like this one with him? I’m living my best life.

[Matthew R. Kay @MattRKay]

Always a good time presenting with @jenorr 🥰

Some of my favorite compliments are about how we always find a reason to laugh. Despite *all* the hard conversations.

I like to think our students appreciate it even more than the good folks at our PDs and presentations.

[Jennifer Orr @jenorr]

If you’re at #NCTE and find a black cross-body bag/fanny pack with a passport in it (and a college ID, a Charlie card, and a small stuffed candy corn ghost) please let me know. The loss of this bag is causing great stress in my family. Thank you!

[Stenhouse Publishers @stenhousepub]

Embrace opportunities for growth, active listening, and critical thinking when discussing race in your classroom. Whether you teach elementary, middle, or high school, authors and educators @MattRKay and @jenorr have guidance for leading these conversations. #KeepOnTalking

[Stenhouse Publishers @stenhousepub]

As a new school year begins, consider how you can establish a safe and supportive classroom culture that fosters meaningful race conversations. Listen to We're Gonna Keep On Talking co-authors @MattRKay and @jenorr in this episode of Teacher's Corner: https://t.co/g2U72X0pcM

[Jennifer Orr @jenorr]

@MattRKay @FrederickMelo Definitely a more universal question than coffee shops folks seem to realize!

[RBmediaTopAuthors @RBmediaAuthors]

Save 50% on the "We're Gonna Keep On Talking: How to Lead Meaningful Race Conversations in the Elementary Classroom" audiobook by @MattRKay, and @jenorr. Offer expires 08/02. https://t.co/Vf5PuSrAzl

[Jennifer Orr @jenorr]

As always, @MattRKay is on top of thinking about how things impact our classrooms and the kinds of questions we need to be asking ourselves.

[Matthew R. Kay @MattRKay]

So, honest question. If you were in your classroom today, and your students were joking/speaking light about the assassination attempt. What would you do?

What would you say? Why would you say it? Would it depend on “which* kids?

[Stenhouse Publishers @stenhousepub]

It's #summerreading time! We're Gonna Keep On Talking by @MattRKay and @jenorr helps you build a classroom community centered in active listening, respect, and analysis. Learn how to use this resource in your classroom: https://t.co/0JV4jw5onZ #StenhousePub #KeepOnTalking

[Jennifer Orr @jenorr]

It was a treat to talk with @ClassTechTips for her podcast! I have immense respect for the amazing work she does.

[Monica Burns, Ed.D #EdTech #ISTELive #ASCDAnnual @ClassTechTips]

New on the blog this week 🎉
Find it 👉 https://t.co/MJd0xCcg39
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EdTech Essentials: 12 Strategies for Every Classroom in the Age of AI
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7 Educator Tips for Going to a Conference
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Fostering Academic Conversations with @jenorr – Easy EdTech Podcast 269

[Jennifer Orr @jenorr]

It’s always interesting to return to something I wrote a bit ago. This column holds true for me without hesitation.

[Jennifer Orr @jenorr]

That last one is absolutely brilliant. I’m holding on to that.

[Matthew R. Kay @MattRKay]

How many ways have you found to say “we almost there” to colleagues in the hallway?

“We done yet?”
“I could call it right now.”
“___ more weeks!”

Someone said today in the parking lot, “I think I see the light but it’s running”

[Matthew R. Kay @MattRKay]

How many ways have you found to say “we almost there” to colleagues in the hallway?

“We done yet?”
“I could call it right now.”
“___ more weeks!”

Someone said today in the parking lot, “I think I see the light but it’s running”