Wendy Embry

@BleeJodie Me too!

#huskychat previous answer was for Q3😁 ( still learning this chat stuff)

@McKinneyESOL A: Pairing the student with a buddy or two may be one way to help the student feel welcomed. Using visual cues for things like the bathroom, water fountain, school supplies etc.. and a visual schedule can also help. #huskychat

Newcomer ESOL students who are new to the U.S. and don’t speak English, face a variety of challenges both inside and outside of school. While we have them at school, we can make them feel comfortable, increase their confidence, and support language acquisition. #huskychat

@McKinneyESOL A: The ACCESS student score reports can help me better understand how proficient my students are with the English language. I can also use this information when to help me set realist goals and expectations for my ELs when planning lessons. #huskychat

Our commitment to the academic growth of our ESOL students begins with instruction. Using the access score report can show strengths and weaknesses, what students can do at their level, and target our instruction to fill in gaps. #huskychat

@McKinneyESOL A: I try to front load unknown vocabulary and use pictures when possible to support the vocabulary and the lesson. #huskychat

There are a number of ways to support the language acquisition and literacy development of ESOL students that allow students to participate more fully in classroom activities and promote academic growth. #huskychat

@McKinneyESOL Went Embry Assistant Principal at Hendricks Elementary #huskychat

Hi my name is April McKinney. I am the ESOL teacher at Hendricks Elementary School. I am so happy to be your facilitator tonight. Please tell us where you are from and what is your role. Be sure and use the #huskychat with your answers.

@AmberSchmidtke Junnnnj@ Johnson ki. Nono

Chase growth - not perfection. Perfection is based on opinions, many times other people’s opinions. You cannot control opinions. Growth IS in your control. Grow daily, grow consistently. @N2Learning #TXPVI @E_Sheninger

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#ThoughtForTheDay When we don’t get the results that we wanted, rather than blame others, we should always look internally first & ask ourselves how we may have contributed to the problem. #Culturize

We care enough about one another to keep our distance #kindnessiskey

We care enough about each other to keep our distance #kindnessiskey #6ft

School supply donation from the Cobb County Sheriff’s Department in honor of Mr. Patrick Key #kindnessiskey

I just signed up on the "Teacher Survival During Coronavirus: Don't Flip Your Lid over Covid" page for Zoom meeting signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4faba8… via @signupgenius

@AP_KRachel Yes it is!

Collaboration is key #huskychat

@aprillmckinney I would love to hear more about this!

A school wide math or reading extravaganza! Planned a math extravaganza years ago. A huge success ! Students, teachers, and parents loved it! #huskychat

@DrHeiberger Good point. There is definitely a difference between wallpaper and meaningful tools and charts on the walls used for learning.

Q2: I think there has to be some balance. Just like our minds are more peaceful and calm at home when the house is decluttered, students often feel this way in the classroom. It can be distracting if every wall is covered. #huskychat

A1: Changing our classroom environments and what is going on in our classrooms to meet the differing needs of today's students. #huskychat

Hello! Wendy Embry Here. Assistant Principal at Hendricks Elementary. #huskychat

A4: I make an effort to learn about the different cultures represented in my classroom and around the school community. I believe an important part of teaching/talking about culture is to allow time for questioning and sharing. #huskychat