Tag Archives: Tackk

First Day Plans: Mine *DO* Include Smiling

Posted on August 8, 2017 by Cathy Yenca

When Nancy tweeted her “first-day first-year big tweet“, I felt a tug at my heart for 2 reasons: Big tweet! https://t.co/U00rgMY96k — Dan Meyer (@ddmeyer) August 5, 2017 Any tips for first day of first year of teaching?!?!? #MTboS — … Continue reading →

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Ringing in the New Year – Growth and Grit

Posted on August 19, 2016 by Cathy Yenca

For the past week-and-a-half, our district has been preparing for the arrival of a new crew of students, and we’re excited!  In-service trainings have focused on themes of innovation, grit, growth mindset and having a “GVC” (Guaranteed Viable Curriculum).  You … Continue reading →

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#iplza15 and #ISTE2015 Brain Dump

Posted on July 4, 2015 by Cathy Yenca

I had the opportunity to attend and present sessions at both iPadpalooza 2015 in Austin as well as ISTE 2015 in Philadelphia the past two weeks.  What a thrill to be able to meet and connect with so many passionate … Continue reading →

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Math Playdate (from Twitter to Tackk)

Posted on September 28, 2014 by Cathy Yenca

It started on Twitter.  My challenge was irresistible to fellow math buddy Kyle. @mr_stadel @MathletePearce @robertkaplinsky @ddmeyer Who’s making a 3-Act Task about the rapidly spreading ALS Ice Bucket Challenge? 🙂 — Cathy Yenca  (@mathycathy) August 21, 2014  Within … Continue reading →

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