MrsWeis

High school teacher of creative writers, literature enthusiasts, and photographers. Dog mom. Oil Painter. Wedding Photographer. Black Chai Tea Connoisseur.

[MrsWeis @weis_mrs]

@AleshaAngsten @CFMelecio @dr_s_bertrand Yes!🙌I agree! When our first impression with students is a genuine interest in learning about their lives, we build trust and connections that impact the way they learn with us. Using names frequently + asking them ? that show we listen/remember is powerful, too! #TCHEdBirds

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@dr_s_bertrand A3: I'm revising our junior curriculum to be more diverse!! I will continue reading + learning so that I can facilitate powerful and critical discussions about racism with students around these new texts!👏 #textbookchat has amazing book/resource recommendations! #TCHEdbirds

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@AleshaAngsten @dr_s_bertrand This inspires me to be more intentional about consistent brain breaks at the high school level! My school discussed mindfulness and stress this year so I've incorporated some quick exercises on the board as students enter the room! https://t.co/DFwtVZBMR9 has some great visuals!

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@missfela1 @dr_s_bertrand This is so neat! Thanks for sharing this resource! :)

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@KileySpecht @dr_s_bertrand This is such an important aspect of education that demands more attention. I feel the difference as an English/Art teacher! Students are okay failing Art because it's "just Art" and an elective. How we define and weight certain "core" classes with credits impacts this mindset.

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@dr_s_bertrand A2: I have been so inspired by two sites this year:@learnforjustice and @DisruptTexts There are so many great articles, teaching resources, lessons, and podcasts to help educators create spaces that are culturally responsive and inclusive. #TCHEdBirds

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@missfela1 @dr_s_bertrand Hi, Elizabeth! I also teach in Pekin at PCHS! It's so hard to adjust to a new summer schedule. I've been feeling tired and unproductive so this is my first week writing out a plan for the day and trying to stick to it! We'll see how it goes!🤪 #tchedbirds

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@dr_s_bertrand Hi!!👋 I'm Theresa! I'm an English/Art teacher at Pekin Community High School!📚🎨 I am feeling THANKFUL I can pour my heart into my second role as a small biz owner/wedding photographer this summer! This wasn't a reality last year and I feel SO blessed!!💛 #tchedbirds