@litlearningzone

Wife & Mom of twins. K-5 reading specialist/teacher. πŸ“šπŸ’œ Love reading children's books, writing, tech, & learning all my brain can absorb. Follower of Jesus.

 Illinois
Joined June 2011
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Today a student asked if I was the superintendent. When I said yes, her friend said, β€œsee what girls can do!” Followed by another student asking me how it felt to be a woman with a β€œtop job”. Representation matters for our students!
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Katie Zulauf@teach_katie8 May 2024
What a great resource! πŸ™Œβ™₯οΈπŸ™Œ
The Reading League Illinois@ReadingLeagueIL7 May 2024
Parents, families, & caregivers β€” check out this awesome new resource from our friends over at the Evidence Advocacy Center! evidenceadvocacycenter.org/p…
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β€œInstruction 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.” @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 below…
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One of the easiest ways to celebrate someone is to compliment them! A) they might need it, and B) it’s going to make them feel good! But, most importantly, they probably need to hear it. Don’t 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
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Teachers are lifelong learners. ❀️ (Inspiration via T @MonteSyrie) #AlwaysLearning
"I am a better teacher. Not better than you, him, her, them – 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." β€”Teacher Monte Syrie

ALT "I am a better teacher. Not better than you, him, her, them – 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." β€”Teacher Monte Syrie

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Katie Zulauf@teach_katie12 Apr 2024
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. Can’t wait to see the data after a month! πŸ“šβ™₯️⁦⁦@litlearningzone⁩
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Truth! And this πŸ‘‡πŸΌ hard work is happening @D59Rupley with @teach_katie leading the learning!
Kellyn Sirach, MSEd
@ksirach5 Apr 2024
β€œPrincipals and administrators must be learning leaders first.” The job of admin as instructional leaders is imperative when we think about literacy & ensuring all students have the access to learn to read. πŸ’› πŸ“š ✏️
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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.
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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.
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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
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Top 10 (+more) REASONS we’re happy to be back @D59Rupley!! Look who tops the list again! @juliebotkin πŸ’ͺ🏼 πŸŽ‰
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Facts πŸ’―
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It’s the last day of school and here’s what the students will miss the most about @D59Rupley ….
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Simple, yet powerful! πŸ’™
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Christopher Such@Suchmo832 Apr 2023
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.
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Julie Botkin@juliebotkin31 Jan 2023
Proud to have contributed to this amazing resource. Classroom Ts and PE teachers alike can always integrate movement and books πŸ“šπŸ€Έβ€β™€οΈ #physed #literacy #integration – at Bartlett, IL
Becky Foellmer - cbhpe.org@foes4sports30 Jan 2023
Put together a #PhysEd/#HealthEd Read Aloud Library here: docs.google.com/presentation… Many include movement with them! TY @BoPhillips10 @juliebotkin @MsPhysEduDP @pewithmrc and @AMP4HPE! You guys ROCK! #crosscurricular #ReadingPlusMovement Location: cbhpe.org/projector
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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?
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Some students need you to believe in them until they believe in themselves. Some adults do as well.
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It’s Red Ribbon Week & we are celebrating living drug free @D59Rupley! But when some of my first grade friends (including myself!) forgot to wear red today, we created a red ribbon friendship bracelet to show our red! All included! @MrsCarlson1st #D59Cares #TogetherWeCan
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Vala Afshar
@ValaAfshar28 Sep 2022
A warrior competes because she is strong, confident and fearless. Most of all, a warrior competes because she can.
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