My 8th graders make me smile as they post on a Padlet discussion some of the things they are excited to be working on this week. Lori Gambino Anthony Giarratano #FTS4RKIDS

This is who joins me during my morning yoga practice! Kiki always makes me smile. 😊 Spend some time with your furry, feathery or scaly friends today.🐶🐓🐍🐡🦜🐇🐴🐱🐩🐹 Lori Gambino Anthony Giarratano

These two ladies joined my Zoom meeting today to learn about genetics! 🐓Notice how Jewles on the right has a codominant feather inheritance pattern. Lori Gambino Anthony Giarratano

Shine Bright Generals!

How do you practice self-compassion in your daily life? Ideas via Chris Germer Sketchnote via Dr Hayley Lewis

What's up in the night sky this July? 🔭 🌕 A full Moon on July 5 🔭 Saturn, Jupiter, and their moons closest together this weekend 🔴 Mars rising in the east at midnight Here's a sneak peek at these events & more: youtu.be/cNf6vb4gwEM

The information and resources shared in this training on trauma and resilience are so valuable as we prepare for our return to school in September. I grateful that Starr Commonwealth offered the course for free.

The Mote Google extension allows teachers to leave recorded feedback on a Google doc. It is a great resource to connect with students virtually. youtu.be/DxmGWlrQ-58

For everyone who needs this message today.

Rutgers University scientists have been visiting CTB and DDE 7th grade science classes this week. Thanks to the Rutgers Science Explorers Program this connection is possible. #FTS4rKIDS Lori Gambino Thomas Smith

A Freehold Township senior is speaking with DDE and CTB 8th grade science classes about her experiences as a volunteer EMT! She also answered questions about what to expect in high school. Thank you Kerry Ann. #FTS4rKIDS Lori Gambino Thomas Smith

Ms. Lay's math classes are discussing hitting the ski slopes as they investigate the slope of a line. Math is everywhere! #mathstatmonth #FTS4rKIDS Lori Gambino Nicole Lay-Alaimo

Mrs. Codispoti and Mrs. Lay's students were asking some great questions today. I love seeing students challenging eachother to think deeply about math concepts. #MathStatMonth #FTS4rKIDS Mrs. Codispoti Nicole Lay-Alaimo

Mrs. Kotran's students are applying new strategies in math class to create histograms. The goal is to create a graph that makes sense for each real world situation!! Data organized well helps us understand the world. #MathStatMonth #FTS4rKIDS Thomas Smith Margaret Kotran

Mrs. Nightingale's students are practicing self assessment strategies as they work to create accurate box plots. The ability to look critically at their own work and their peers' work is a skill they will use throughout their lives. #MathStatMonth Thomas Smith Karen Nightingale

What a wonderful end to a day listening in on Mrs. Fern's students discussing and debating math. Not even a pandemic will stop these budding mathematians!! #MathStatMonth #FTS5rKIDS Barkalow Middle School

Structure, routine and a caring environment help get Mrs. Katz's Monday morning math class off to a good start. They are continuing to explore different methods of representing data in order to find and analyze hidden patterns. #MathStatMonth #FTS4rKIDS Lori Gambino

Mrs. Ioviero's students are comparing the graphs of linear and quadratic equations using mathematical tools like graph paper, rulers, graphing simulators, focused minds, inquisitive questions and thoughtful discussions. #MathStatMonth #FTS4rKIDS Lori Gambino Robyn Ioviero

Rutgers scientists are visiting DDE and CTB 7th grade science classes this week. We appreciate the opportunity to connect with the scientific community! #FTS4rKIDS Lori Gambino Thomas Smith

Try this mindfulness countdown when you and your students need a reset. 🌦️