Katelyn Brophy

@MatoacaMrsS Thank you for your kind words. I am blessed to have a job I love so much, and am passionate about. I know everyone isn't a math nut like I am. I am here anytime you need me.

@MatoacaMath Katelyn you have made it easier by guiding us through the process. You have offered great tools and always have something encouraging to say.

A2: Around our school I hear much more math talk, more Sts sharing their thinking, new number sense routines used, and many engaged sts. I commend this group of teachers for taking risks and shifting mindsets! #MAESmath

@Kshultz5 I'd love to see it! I am always so impressed by our sts thinking. Love that you are encouraging math talk!

@MatoacaMath Bahaha. . .Well, sometimes I just get wild and crazy. :) Seriously though, I do like to try to challenge myself and my students a bit. They're pretty amazing. Remind me to show you one of our spontaneous number talks. Their thinking was really upper level.

A4 Still learning #MAESmath

@evecadranel Great thinking! Let me know if you need help.

@MatoacaMath Yes, I'm thinking about spending time this summer to find and create some games to go with each big unit. This year is dedicated to learn the content. Next year, we will play!

A3 - without a doubt, stations! I am looking for resources to implement more interactive/better/new stations. This is my next focus. #MAESmath

@Kshultz5 I can speak to the upper grades bc that's where I am most of the time. K and 1 are typically the most comfortable with guided math and stations bc of Kathy Richardson and also the age group in general. You aren't going to lecture for 30 mins and give worksheets to young sts.

@MatoacaMath Katie, I'm curious. Do you see this across grade levels? transformation, I mean.

Q1 Because it addressess multiple levels of learning. It can be implemented slowly (as suggested) and students can meet success where they are #MAESmath

@APMatoacaES Thanks for leading this Melanie, and for bringing Twitter chats to us.

It truly has been my pleasure to lead this Twitter chat! You all are amazing for reading this book and implementing these new strategies into your classroom! I’m so lucky to work with all of you. #MAESmath

@JackieF64321739 I think the sts appreciate seeing that we make mistakes too, and are life long learners.

A4- TRY- That is what we ask of our kids. I know as an educator, I felt compelled to be a “4” in everything. With this, I’m taking one step at a time. It’s going to be a rewarding journey for me, but most importantly, the kids #MAESmath

A4 Take a minute and go back to your first twitter posts about MW and how math looks in your room. Wow! Don't stop believing! We've come so far! #MAESmath

@evecadranel This makes me happy!

@evecadranel Even if they don't share actual activities they could share tips for how it is structured, managed, etc. Good idea!

@MatoacaMath We should meet - on a voluntary basis - to exchange learning stations ideas. I am sure upper grades can share with each other stuff that would be good for 3rd, 4th and 5th.

A3: Next school we can refine our MW practices by starting with the mini lessons, and setting up a successful math workshop from the start of the year. I'd also like our school to focus on various number sense routines in PLCs. #MAESmath

@JackieF64321739 I hear that daily in your room! That is music to my ears:)

Q3. I need to work learning stations. The students are given some choices. I need to structure it- for me! I’m elated at this point when I hear them say “Math is over already?” #MAESmath

@APMatoacaES @angelfrogg One of my favorite quotes too!

@angelfrogg The authors favorite quote is go slow to go fast!!

A3. I just need to realized that it can’t happen over night. We need to go slow, one step at a time!! Reflect then keep going. Make one change at a time! #MAESmath

@JackieF64321739 Love how the sts aren't afraid to ask questions! What a great math community of learners!

Q2- Guided math is working well. I also see students explaining their thinking collaboratively with peers. #MAESmath

@Tracy83791145 You are making the math block a safe time, and addressing all learners. Kudos!

A2-Pulling small groups to work on a particular skill helps me to address my Ss needs and the Ss who don’t usually participate whole group are participating #MAESmath

@MatoacaMrsS I also think your sts are comfortable sharing their thinking, and taking risks.

Q2 The students are becoming more familiar with the routine .They are gradually learning to transition from one block to another. They are able to work better independently. #MAESmath

More guided math is occuring too! Lots to celebrate!