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🎀 BIG news, friends! I’ll be hitting the stage to rep @GetSchoolAI at the EdTech SmackDown LIVE at #ISTELive! πŸ—“οΈ Tuesday, July 1st @ 3 PM πŸ“ Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center – Hemisfair Ballroom 2 Get ready for a jam-packed hour of techy tips, wild tools, and fun!

How do you help students truly own new vocabulary? πŸ€” With @GetSchoolAI, they can explore definitions, brainstorm visual prompts, and create images that represent words like "resilience." Then, they justify their visual choice – a game-changer for comprehension! www.youtube.com/watch?v=FW43...

🎨 boost student learning with @GetSchoolAI Topic Explorer! Let students explore topics with an AI chatbot, and doodle their way to understanding. It's a fun, quick way to build background knowledge and get them excited to learn! www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pqq8...

Planning out our math stations! This rotation schedule ensures every group gets valuable "Teacher Time," engages with "Digital Content," practices independently, and works on "4 Cs" skills. What's your favorite station type? πŸ‘‡ docs.google.com/presentation...

Podcast Episode #172: Ignite #Joy, #Creativity, & #Purpose in Teaching, Learning, & Life with @techwarrior.bsky.social πŸ₯³ #EduSky bit.ly/episode172-W... @jenwomble.bsky.social @techsavvysupt.bsky.social @greenscreengal.bsky.social @mrshowell24.com @thewrightleader.bsky.social @hedreich.bsky.social

What goes into "Drawing Conclusions"? πŸ€” This visual reminds us that it's about connecting observations to make sense of something new! What are your key steps when trying to draw a conclusion? #CriticalThinking #ProblemSolving #Inferencing #LearningTips docs.google.com/presentation...

Empowering student voice and choice with this "Higher Level Choice Board"! Love offering different ways for students to demonstrate their learning – whether it's through a video, Canva creation, or Google Slides presentation. Which would your students pick? πŸ€” docs.google.com/presentation...

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Elevating project-based learning! πŸ™Œ This "End Project" asks students to analyze conflict in Jackie Robinson's story and design a hypothetical app to help. It's a fantastic way to integrate critical thinking, creativity, and technology. docs.google.com/presentation...

Get ready for the Virtual Digital Learning Conference (DLC) on July 22 & 23, 2025! ⏰ 8:00-8:50 AM CT: "Control the Chaos with Executive Functioning Skills" ⏰ 9:00-9:50 AM CT: "EdFlix and Chill" πŸ”— Learn more and register at www.cfisd.net/dlc #cfisddlc @cyfairedtech

Setting clear expectations for today's math lesson! πŸ“š This slide outlines our "Must DO" activities, from warm-up to reflection, and clearly defines our Learning Intention. docs.google.com/presentation...

πŸ“šπŸ’‘ Loving this classroom idea from @missulbrich! Students work in teams to retouch Spirit Bear, gather quotes, and create posters in just 20 minutes! A fun way to boost teamwork and comprehension! 🐻✨ #EdChat #TeachingTips #SpiritBear docs.google.com/presentation...

Struggling with word problems? πŸ€” This resource breaks down the essential components to help students solve them for addition, subtraction, multiplication, AND division! docs.google.com/presentation...

What's your ONE Wish, Want, and Need? πŸ€” This activity sparks great discussions! #WishWantNeed #ClassroomActivity #StudentReflection www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-PP...

πŸ“Έ Create an end-of-year reflection activity for your students with personalized photos and voice comments! 🌟 Share and collaborate using a customized template for a memorable experience! 🀩

🌟 Reflect on the school year with these creative end-of-year survey ideas! 🎨✨ Draw, describe, and rate your favorite moments in a fun and memorable way! docs.google.com/presentation...

Get ready for the Virtual Digital Learning Conference (DLC) on July 22 & 23, 2025! ⏰ 8:00-8:50 AM CT: "Control the Chaos with Executive Functioning Skills" ⏰ 9:00-9:50 AM CT: "EdFlix and Chill" πŸ”— Learn more and register at www.cfisd.net/dlc #cfisddlc @cyfairedtech

As the year draws to a close, the End of the Year Brochure is your ultimate guide to reminiscing on achievements, celebrating successes, and setting the journey ahead! docs.google.com/presentation...

Whether you're looking for a quick #TeacherHack or a big-picture review of your differentiation strategies, this resource from educator @mrshowell24.com can help! Take a look:

Excited to announce I'm now a #SchoolAICertified Educator Level Two! Looking forward to integrating AI effectively with educators. @GetSchoolAI

Roll out the red carpet! πŸ† School Paper Plate Grammys are here! Give out fun awards and let everyone thank their "winners." youtu.be/cyikCcmpQ9o

Are you holding on to things you need to let go of? πŸ€” Learn how to embrace "Let Them" with our upcoming session. ! Join us for interactive discussions and breakout room collaboration forms.gle/dSTo56cPKaos... @mrshowell24 @LisaBerghoff @melrobbins. @mslisaallen

Transition time! 🚨 Boot Camp challenge: Unlock your next task in under 30 seconds! Use those task cards to swiftly move to the next activity! #BootCampLearning #TransitionTasks #EdTech youtube.com/live/cXUURtM...

Excited to announce I'm now a #SchoolAICertified Educator Level One! Looking forward to integrating AI effectively with educators. @GetSchoolAI

Breakout rooms for different learning styles! πŸš€ Room 1: Independent work (no mic/cam needed). Room 2: Partner up! Room 3: Q&A with the instructor. #edtech #breakoutrooms #studentchoice #learning www.youtube.com/watch?v=OH2V...

Prompt: Generate excitement for a new career phase. Response: ✨ PROCESSING... NEW JOB ALERT! ✨ My core programming has just updated! I'm officially loading into a brand new role as a Community Coach at @GetSchoolAI! My primary function? Helping incredible educators integrate AI smoothly.

Our students are learning all about sea turtlesβ€”but with a twist! πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸ“š Teams of 3 take on roles (runner, researcher, scribe) and race to find the most accurate sea turtle facts using credible sources. Collaboration βœ… Critical thinking βœ… Research skills βœ… www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8rZ...

Get ready for the Virtual Digital Learning Conference (DLC) on July 22 & 23, 2025! ⏰ 8:00-8:50 AM CT: "Control the Chaos with Executive Functioning Skills" ⏰ 9:00-9:50 AM CT: "EdFlix and Chill" πŸ”— Learn more and register at www.cfisd.net/dlc #cfisddlc @cyfairedtech

Looking for a fun, engaging way to build inference skills? Try using selfies! Students observe real-life photos and answer: πŸ” What do you see? πŸ’‘ What can you infer & why? This strategy turns everyday images into powerful thinking promptsβ€”and students love it! www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mu7U...

Engage students in a fill-in-the-blank story discussion! πŸ“– They'll work in groups, roll dice for guided questions, and use sentence stems to explain how story elements enhance meaning. This repeatable activity fosters critical thinking and comprehension! #EdChat #TeachingTips buff.ly/3D3j6BG

Boost your vocabulary game with a fun activity! πŸͺ„ Write a word, predict its meaning, paraphrase the definition, and then sketch it out! Learning has never been this creative! #EdChat #VocabularyAdventure buff.ly/414GWXy

Are you holding on to things you need to let go of? πŸ€” Learn how to embrace "Let Them" with our upcoming session. ! Join us for interactive discussions and breakout room collaboration forms.gle/dSTo56cPKaos... @mrshowell24 @LisaBerghoff @melrobbins. @mslisaallen

Looking for a fantastic way to engage students with vocabulary and promote active learning. πŸ˜ƒ #Education #ActiveLearning buff.ly/41gnSDC

Keeping a close eye on everyone's progress! πŸ‘€ Looks like we've got some focused learners in the classroom and a few quick trips to the restroom happening. Great job staying on task, everyone! πŸ‘ www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQMU...

Ever wonder what's really going on in someone's head during a conversation? πŸ€” This image makes you think about those internal dialogues we all have while interacting. What unspoken thoughts do you think are happening here? www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEiD...

Exploring Cognitive Load Theory today! πŸ€” This framework helps us understand how our brains process information and design more effective learning experiences. www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGHW...

Which executive functioning skill are you focusing on developing with your students this week? From Sustained Attention to Time Management, these skills are foundational! Share your strategies! πŸ‘‡ #ExecutiveFunctionSkills #ClassroomStrategies #SEL #TeachingResources youtu.be/t0nIf7hZkQY

Want a visual way to teach the value of time and effort? Check out the "10-1-10" activity! Students create three drawings of the same thing with increasing time limits (10 secs, 1 min, 10 mins). The results are amazing! #ClassroomActivities www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMMf...

Empowering creativity! ✨ Check out our choice board for today's project: Design a Coffee Cup β˜•, create a Book Trailer 🎬, or design a Book Cover πŸ“š. So much awesome potential! What would you choose? #StudentChoice #CreativeProjects #ClassroomActivities #Engagement youtu.be/T2tgZTHWYUw

Get ready for the Virtual Digital Learning Conference (DLC) on July 22 & 23, 2025! ⏰ 8:00-8:50 AM CT: "Control the Chaos with Executive Functioning Skills" ⏰ 9:00-9:50 AM CT: "EdFlix and Chill" πŸ”— Learn more and register at www.cfisd.net/dlc #cfisddlc @cyfairedtech

πŸ‘€ Quick classroom challenge! πŸ‘€ You've got 2 minutes left on the clock! Can you find something in your classroom that shows both kinetic and potential energy? πŸ€” Let us know what you find in the comments! #EnergyChallenge #ScienceFun #ClassroomActivities #STEM youtu.be/JEfKq4m_NsA

Are you holding on to things you need to let go of? πŸ€” Learn how to embrace "Let Them" with our upcoming session. ! Join us for interactive discussions and breakout room collaboration forms.gle/dSTo56cPKaos... @mrshowell24 @LisaBerghoff @melrobbins @mslisaallen

Boosting student focus! πŸ’ͺ We set 2 class goals & work for a set time. Achieve them? 5 min break! Not meeting expectations? 5 min behavior reflection. Repeat with a choice board for break activities. #ClassroomManagement #StudentGoals #PositiveReinforcement www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCif...

Loving this episode from @JakeMillerEdu #EduDuctTape @EduDuctTape My dad didn’t scaffold when I started driving my first trip was on the highway to Lowe’s πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚ it terrified me podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...

Looking for a fun way to motivate your students? πŸŽ‰ Try Behavior Bingo! Set a class goalβ€”like a movie day or extra recessβ€”and let students earn their way to a prize by following classroom norms. buff.ly/3SKVBCq

πŸ” Great Find! Check out this innovative feedback idea from Alexa on Facebook. SS can 'Spill the Tea' with suggestions, feedback, questions, or song requests in an anonymous box. Teacher-student communication at its best! πŸ—³οΈπŸ€πŸ“š #StudentVoice #FeedbackMatters buff.ly/3QcMOqK

I'm driven by a mission to create inclusive and personalized learning experiences. My journey, from overcoming learning disabilities to becoming a Google Innovator, has shaped my commitment to transforming education. Learn more: bit.ly/episode169-howell @bbray27