Irene Smith

"Power is not like a remote control..." #Sketchnote via @kwiens62

@MindShiftKQED @kwiens62 Classroom Management 101

@RvaBlu 100% alcohol free. Best wishes to you.

Schools across the country say they’re seeing an uptick in disruptive behaviors. Some are obvious and visible, but others are quieter calls for help, like students putting their head down and refusing to talk. @kalynbelsha @Chalkbeat kqed.org/mindshift/5857…

William Shatner, who debuted on "Star Trek" in 1966, says the opportunity to go to space has him "thrilled" and "a little frightened." The 90-year-old will become the oldest person to do so. "Things I've only played as an actor, I'm going to see firsthand" cnn.it/3FnkLyE

Our project only needs $40 more as it will be matched @DonorsChoose! I'd love your help to bring my project to life: donorschoo.se/e/3GpJbDvN7jb via @donorschoose

Join me at the free #NBAcademy! Educators from across the country will be coming together July 21-23 for insights from #NBCTstrong educators to focus on teacher leadership, equity in the classroom, and much more! nationalboardacademy.org

These guys always make great suggestions at NCCE. Check this out on Wakelet - 30-in-50 2021: THIS TIME it is virtual! wke.lt/w/s/BiBatq via @wakelet

❤️ Did you know that CORElaborate moved? Share the new link to the CORElaborate website with an educator you know who uses their resources. Head to corelaboratewa.psesd.org to find archived CORElaborate posts @WAeducates

@smore2ndgrade For me it’s “English teacher” at the small school where I’m the only one. Sometimes Anonymity is not so incognito.

How SEL can help teachers support students sbne.ws/r/FvjL This is a wonderful article.

Remember. Remember. Ten Tips for Cultivating Creativity, From the Director of the Lifelong Kindergarten Group at MIT thereader.mitpress.mit.edu/ten-tips-for-c… #Creativity #Education via @mitpress

Where to Find Free Audiobooks for Child | Free Digital Books With TTS understood.org/en/school-lear…

So thought-provoking. Sometimes there is just too much. ted.com/talks/barry_sc…

Teacher candidates are being negatively impacted by the Coronavirus. Please consider their arguments for having the EdTPA waived this pandemic year. You can support them by signing their virtual petition and passing it on. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

Good suggestions. Reassuring. chalkbeat.org/2020/8/3/21345… via @Chalkbeat

A6 I’m planning to provide more choice in completing assignments. I want to be mindful of student home situations and provide opportunities for cathartic writing and healthy sharing. #TeacherTechWA #wateachlead

10 Tips for New Teachers #Podcast buff.ly/3fabc7E #InnovatorsMindset

A5 I am encouraged remote teaching may allow my jack rabbits to go at their own pace, but I am worried about my less-engaged students. The ones who don’t show up for remote learning. I’m hoping we are able to have some small group in-person prep. #TeacherTechWA #wateachlead

A4. I’ve enjoyed using Quizizz for vocabulary learning, using photos and games to build language for my students, particularly the ELs, and CNN 10 to frame discussions about current events while making connections to history . #TeacherTechWA #wateachlead