Wife & Mom of twins. K-5 reading specialist/teacher. ππ Love reading children's books, writing, tech, & learning all my brain can absorb. Follower of Jesus.
Illinois
Joined June 2011
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Michelle Nero retweeted
Today a student asked if I was the superintendent. When I said yes, her friend said, βsee what girls can do!β Followed by another student asking me how it felt to be a woman with a βtop jobβ. Representation matters for our students!
Michelle Nero retweeted
What a great resource! πβ₯οΈπ
Parents, families, & caregivers β check out this awesome new resource from our friends over at the Evidence Advocacy Center!
evidenceadvocacycenter.org/pβ¦
Michelle Nero retweeted
βInstruction in handwriting is not about making handwriting pretty or perfect but instead about automatizing letter and word formations to free up working memory for the significant idea management necessary for good writing.β @williamvancleave
I LOVE this article because it draws from decades of writing research, including that of S. Graham, V. Berninger, emphasizing the importance of explicit, systematic handwriting in daily literacy instruction. #ScienceOfWriting
Link belowβ¦
Michelle Nero retweeted
One of the easiest ways to celebrate someone is to compliment them! A) they might need it, and B) itβs going to make them feel good! But, most importantly, they probably need to hear it. Donβt walk around filled with love and appreciation for the people around you, and never tell them. Who has been on your mind to compliment lately? Tag them and let them know how you feel!
#therapy #counselors #drhenrycloud #mentalhealth #therapist #boundaries
Michelle Nero retweeted
Teachers are lifelong learners. β€οΈ
(Inspiration via T @MonteSyrie) #AlwaysLearning
ALT "I am a better teacher. Not better than you, him, her, them β not better than anyone. I am just better than I was. Good and great suggest an end; I am more interested in my next better around the bend. I just keep chasing better." βTeacher Monte Syrie
Michelle Nero retweeted
We are ready for our letter/sound recognition boost to begin on Monday! For 10 minutes each morning, 17 staff members will give students an extra dose of foundational skills instruction in K-3. Canβt wait to see the data after a month! πβ₯οΈβ¦β¦@litlearningzoneβ©
Michelle Nero retweeted
The morale of teachers and staff directly influences the overall school culture. With high morale, they are more likely to be motivated, engaged, and committed to their work. This, in turn, contributes to improved collaboration, sense of community, and student success.
Michelle Nero retweeted
If you don't think morale is important, remember that a student's learning environment is created by the teacher. A teacher who is supported, valued, & appreciated will create a more positive & dynamic learning environment than a teacher who is not.
Michelle Nero retweeted
Staff feeling valued, or not, is really a reflection of leadership. It affects:
Morale & Motivation
Retention
Productivity
Teamwork
Trust & Communication
Innovation and Creativity
School Culture
Job Satisfaction
Professional Growth & Development
Student Success
Michelle Nero retweeted
It's the Easter holidays (for many), so I have two copies of The Art and Science of Teaching Primary Reading to give away.
Simply **retweet this tweet** for your chance to win a copy.
Michelle Nero retweeted
Proud to have contributed to this amazing resource. Classroom Ts and PE teachers alike can always integrate movement and books ππ€ΈββοΈ #physed #literacy #integration β at Bartlett, IL
Put together a #PhysEd/#HealthEd Read Aloud Library here:
docs.google.com/presentationβ¦
Many include movement with them!
TY @BoPhillips10 @juliebotkin @MsPhysEduDP @pewithmrc and @AMP4HPE! You guys ROCK!
#crosscurricular #ReadingPlusMovement
Location: cbhpe.org/projector
Michelle Nero retweeted
Admin, as the year continues,remember Maslow's hierarchy is not just for students. Teachers/ staff need:
1) feel safe / supported
2) emotional connection/ relationship
3) respect
4) feel seen/ heard
5) appreciation
What else?
Michelle Nero retweeted
Some students need you to believe in them until they believe in themselves. Some adults do as well.
Michelle Nero retweeted
A warrior competes because she is strong, confident and fearless.
Most of all, a warrior competes because she can.
Michelle Nero retweeted
To the people who say itβs all about the kids. Just remember the kids learn in an environment created by the teacher. A teacher who is supported, encouraged and appreciated will create a more positive and dynamic learning environment than a teacher who is not supported that way.
Michelle Nero retweeted
Admin, you are best supporting your students when you support your staff.
*Encourage & appreciate them
*Ask how they are doing & what they need
*Have their back
*Be consistent
*Ask for their input
*Encourage use of their talents/ innovation
*Respect & value them & their time
Michelle Nero retweeted
We shouldnβt punish kids for being kids. If they sit in desks too long, donβt be surprised if they get fidgety or talkative. Yes, thereβs a time & place for quiet learning. But we need more time & places for kids to play, move, socialize & be kids. That's how they naturally learn