I WAS ON THE TODAY SHOW! | What I'm Doing While Schools are Closed Vlog

[@lisabaumgardner5127]

Michelle, I'm 53 yrs old and have been teaching for many years! I am enjoying watching your channel and I learn so much about technology! You are amazing! Keep up the great work!

[@maceyjohnson9162]

Please vlog more during this Wild time! Makes me feel better to see how other people are dealing with staying home! 😂

[@tealwinkle5733]

Macey Johnson yes!!!!!

[@holly._.1]

congratulations sorry about how hard it must be to be teaching during this time and thanks for helping every else! also sending that video to a student on their birthday is so thoughtful and kind ur amazing! xx

[@brittanywilson-wolske7359]

Where have you been all of my teaching career?! Fellow teacher in MD here! Thank you for your videos. They are going to be helpful as we transition this week to train teacher on google classroom!

[@firstlast-ey5yw]

Yes, please vlog during this time! You motivate me so much.

[@russellpalatiere8852]

You nailed the TODAY show piece!! Love the behind the scenes of filming. You really are awesome to your students to wish them happy birthday in a video message (it will mean so much not only to the student but the parents as well). Love how you approach novels in ELA (so smart). I’m in the same boat with working out (forced to suspend race training), but use your home as a gym for the rainy days (steps for plyometrics, coffee table for crunches, etc.) I actually use an exercise ball with resistance bands (best Xmas gift ever), it gives you different exercises you can do (Called So Alpha)!!

[@lisagarcia1430]

I love your videos! You seem to have a balanced life where you don't allow teaching to overtake your life. I single parent 3 kiddos and teach. NOT EASY but you make it look doable and easy. Your tips are so helpful. It is also a plus that you are from my home state MARYLAND! Love it!

[@eyobanion]

Can I just say, WOW! I am new to the teaching field and I absolutely amazed at your organization and discipline, not to mention the hundreds of things you juggle. You are great inspiration and I look forward to learning and getting inspired from your videos and VLOGS.

[@lizzettegoyne6555]

You were so awesome Michelle! Congrats!!!👏🏼👏🏼😄🎉You are hitting big time ,which I’m not surprised you did!! 🎉😍...Stay healthy and safe! ❤️

[@u2c15d72]

Buying your own copy of each Guided Reading book is a great idea! Also, writing questions in the margins and highlighting using different color highlighters for different purposes is brilliant!! That definitely saves time for the next school year. Thanks for the tips!!

[@kettle2293]

You did great! Parents need to give themselves a break. Education boards need to give parents and teachers and kids a break. These are not normal times. Kids are gonna be ok if they don't get all their assigned stuff done. It's gonna be ok.

[@kellyklaver3408]

kettle I totally agreee with you!!!!!!

[@rebeccacissel2528]

Congratulations. The Today spot was awesome! Thank you for helping us not feel alone.

[@MsJules888]

Michelle, great job on television! So glad I found you the end of January- your enthusiasm and cheer is contagious! Enjoyed this video to see how you plan and make intentional adjustments for life balance. Thank you for your work!!

[@donnascheitlin]

I actually live in Crofton and the moms in my local FB group were all raving about your Today show appearance! You did so great - super poised and very thoughtful and insightful with your answers! My kids go to Nantucket, but if they were at CES I would totally love for them to have you as their teacher. I bet your students are super proud of you and missing you every day during this quarantine. Stay healthy, keep up with the great work, and thank you for all you do!

[@charlottefields2027]

Just discovered these wonderful KZbin videos of yours this week. More than helpful and you are very engaging. Thank you for the time you spend helping thousands of us do a better job in a more efficient way. What an exciting thing to be on the Today Show!

[@juanamolina4376]

Awww, so happy for you! You did an amazing job! They were lucky to have you.

[@bethhenry9910]

Wow, good job. Teaching can be hard thing. I thought my days were crazy during 1st week of quarantine. I spent 5-6 hours on the phone to o e homebound students trying to help with homework and skill. Organization is the key... I have to prepare myself this week for interactive and online communication. I am excited. Thanks for all the tips.

[@mammamiab2715]

Great job on the Today Show! Super helpful to see how you use your teacher copy of your guided reading book. Thanks for an awesome vlog-I know it was a lot of work! :)

[@katiedoyle8060]

This could be my new favorite KZbin Channel- Great job on the video and thank you so much for your calm, simple delivery on all of your explanations!

[@MH-bl8dl]

Ahh glad to see I'm not the only one who always bought a "teacher copy" from Amazon back when I was a classroom teacher. So helpful!

[@h2opwr]

You did a great job, I truly appreciate you sharing your experiences.

[@elizahedding3046]

I saw you on the show and I was so proud of you!

[@victorialanders4215]

I want you to know that you are delightful! I am a more mature teacher and because of the quarantine, I am learning how to do 'online teaching,' one day at a time! Your 'How to' videos and tips for Google Classroom have been a lifesaver. Thank you also for your vlog on March 18th that walked us through a typical at home teaching day. Keep safe and healthy!

[@marcispaay9743]

Girl, you ROCKED your work out! Own it!

[@imaloserdude7227]

Thanks for the look into your busy day, and congrats! Bummer on the gym closures, but finding a way to push your body (strength, flexibility and endurance) will help you on long days like this day. I too am frustrated that my gym is closed, but it will reopen one day. Until then, it is basketball and soccer drills in the back yard (still sore from yesterday). Don't forget to include tips like this for your students and their parents, as kids need structured p.e. and unstructured recess every day at their homes.

[@julianamohn6483]

You did GREAT!! I've seen your KZbin videos prior to your news debut so I was excited to see you as a grounding representative for teachers and parents!! Congratulations and thank you!

[@jackkire9823]

i wonder if this townhouse tour will FINALLY happen

[@katieburgess6839]

I have read many of the books I see in your stack of books - all so wonderful!

[@christycreates1731]

That was an amazing interview. You are so confident when you speak!! I'm currently going for my BA in Elementary Ed. and also a fellow Marylander. I refer to your vlog constantly for information but especially motivation. When I need to clean my house, I binge watch "clean with me" videos and when I'm feeling defeated with my goal of becoming a teacher I watch "Pocketful of Primary" videos! Thanks so much for all you do Michele!

[@larryspears3051]

Way to represent for all the teachers! You did awesome!

[@dianeliggett9575]

Congrats on being on the Today show. What an amazing bang-up job you did. I am hopeful this will open other doors for you.

[@moniqueclifford4683]

I saw you on the Today show at the beginning of this new remote learning for all era and was so encouraged by you! Then my teacher-mentor friend sent one of your videos to a group of us dual language teacher groups! Keep on being you and sharing! Your students and colleagues are blessed with your dedication and spirit!

[@rebfish1998]

Nice job with your today show interview! Nice park workout! Glad your parks are still open! They closed all the ones in my city here in Michigan! Hopefully it doesn't come to that in Maryland. Seeing you highlight and really get into novels like that really shows your smarts. That sounds really weird but totally mean it in a good way. It's nice to see vlogs of teachers working with this new set up. I work at a school in the before and after school care so obviously I'm unemployed right now but I am constantly thinking about my teacher friends because I know this change is hard for them.

[@KINGDOMANIMATION4D]

I thought I had figured every way to rig a tripod, lol. You're just amazing...that phone on the tote talking to Today! Girl! 🙌🏼

[@milissacampbell3249]

Thank you so much for helping me with Google Classroom. I am an overwhelmed teacher because technology is not my strength. We do distance learning on April 6th. I was terrified! But your videos help!!!! Thank you! Milissa

[@jamesvolpe7474]

Congratulations Michelle, you were fantastic! Your next career education correspondent for Today!

[@kellyalphonsus6354]

Thanks...your vlog inspire me teaching during this quarantine in Malaysia

[@icandeejay8930]

I’m so proud of you!! You’re one the reasons I’ve decided to start back teaching!! Keep up the good work

[@kylie6928]

so happy for you :))) keep going everyone, you can do it!

[@u2c15d72]

You are such a pro!!! That interview was flawless!!! Your responses were perfect.

[@hollycompton1903]

Great job Michelle! Keep it up and stay safe!

[@roisinmacdonald1880]

Congradulation!!!! You have helped me more than you could possibly know!!

[@MusicRulesMyHeart]

So exciting! 👏 I've been watching your channel since you started posting and I started my teaching journey and enjoying every video 😊 keep up the amazing work 🌺

[@abacon9203]

Congratulations on getting on the Today show! 😁 could you please make a video about what you have assigned your kids on google classroom? My district is diving more into google classroom this week & were beginning online learning next week. I feel overwhelmed with online resources and I’m curious of what you are using with your kids. Thank you 💕💕💕 -3rd grade teacher from Del Valle, Texas

[@antoinetteb5845]

You were amazing!!! Thanks for all you do!

[@courageouswithcrayons4827]

And here I thought cleaning my carpets was being really productive 😂 Your killing it!

[@hannahheartsbooks6]

It was kind of awkward how she said hello, but didn’t give you time to say hello! You did great though 😊

[@cfrick7312]

hannahheartsbooks6 I know, she tried to say hello, but the interviewer just kept going.

[@YbarrasMind]

Guthery is no bueno....she was a bit rude to you but it's all good...I am very impressed as are most viewers hence the 220k ...keep up the great work

[@leannegallant740]

Excellent! You rocked that interview!!! 👍 I began watching your videos 2 years ago and am still learning a great deal from you. Great outdoor workout. You even demonstrated great ideas with that too. Thanking you from my heart! ❤

[@Boysndahood22]

Congrats, you deserve every bit of it I am so happy for you

[@makeasplash8149]

Your cats are the cutest ❤️ Congratulations on the Today Show! I really enjoy your vlogs, have a good day! 😊

[@marilynlaporte2032]

Fantastic job! You did a great job representing teachers!

[@Theunpopularmom]

You did great! She was totally reading her notes, the today show interviewer

[@elise8883]

You are awesome! DC teacher here, not too far away! Thank you for always having relevant information for us and being so "real". I don't have google classroom for my kids and most of my kids don't have tech ability at home - any tips for low or no parent engagement activities for low- to mid-elementary school especially?

[@racheljones6006]

You did a fabulous job with that Today Show interview! I’m loving your current content but still missing your classroom vlogs. I was so excited when you announced that you’d be teaching ELA this year because I’ve gotten so many great math ideas from you in the past! Any chance we could get a video with some ELA content! I loved seeing how you use the two color highlighters in your “teacher copy” books and I’d just love to hear more about what ELA looks like in your class! Books you love, ways to make ELA more engaging, resources you love (TPT and otherwise), tips and tricks, etc! Thanks for working so hard for your viewers!

[@ashleyhw4388]

Congratulations. You did so great! Those awkward delays happen to everyone when they are talking to them via satellite.

[@Wannabecrafting247]

How exciting! You did a great job! There are always awkward delays even for the most practiced interviewees.

[@bricourie313]

I WATCHED YOU! I was like “OMG LOOK LOOK, I ALREADY WATCH HER ON KZbin!!!!”

[@singplaycreate]

You are amazing! Such a great example of care and commitment to excellence in education and your students. I totally admire you!

[@cynthiathornton8612]

Congratulations!! THAT IS AWESOME!! Can not wait to see behind the scenes!!

[@scefalo]

Michelle you did an amazing job on the Today Show!

[@nancywilliams6777]

I saw you on The Today Show. You were great! This video was wonderful. I’m enjoying vlogs as a single person who’s limiting personal contact these days.

[@papercraftingirl]

How cool that you were on the Today Show! It was fun to see a vlog from you! I thought your work out was cool considering you don't have access to a gym. I only do cardio(runner) so it was cool to see some things I can do outside during my run! What a sweet and thoughtful teacher you are! Be well and tfs!

[@korrindavis6786]

you are a teacher rockstar!! so impressed by the thoughtfulness you put into sending out birthday videos, read alouds, & parent emails

[@MrsVen-ep9ue]

Congrats! You deserve it Michelle! You are such a hard worker and you put out truly amazing content. ❤️❤️

[@kristenwordinger8110]

Love the video! One of my favorites in a while. I am so happy you shared a little on how you teach reading. I used sticky notes and would lose one or put it on the wrong page etc! I don’t know why I never thought of buying my own 🤦‍♀️. Thanks so much for your videos! 🌟

[@braydenselby220]

I got chills watching this

[@lacyshoenfelt1620]

Congratulations! I just heard about this and was so excited for you! So cool!

[@myishahutchinson652]

Thank you for this video. It's been hard on everyone because this throws everyone out of their comfort zone. The main thing I have been doing is trying to remain positive towards my students and parents. Being out of school has allowed me to communicate with them more than I have been able to before. Some parents I'm hearing from for the first time since the beginning of the year. Please continue posting technology hacks that you're using or you're aware of. I love sharing your videos with other colleagues. Take care of yourself and your family.

[@rhall5610]

I really enjoyed your tips and didn't even know you had a KZbin channel. Good for you! You did an awesome job!!! I was excited for you!!!!

[@jewelsofbeingateacher2645]

Congrats Michelle 🎉

[@ytlearn180]

Fabulous! I was already subscribed to your channel, so when I saw you I was so excited for you!

[@katdee_]

Congratulations Michelle!!! You did great!!!

[@staceymackin1117]

I’m so grateful I found you through all this. You’re so knowledgeable and I’m learning so much from you! And, Congratulations on the Today Show!! 🎥🎉

[@AllThingsCherie2024]

CONGRATULATIONS!!! You are such an inspiration.

[@kimberlygoff6117]

What a cool opportunity, and you stepped up! Great answers that I’m sure parents appreciate.

[@rachelgarcia559]

Awesome job, that is so cool being on the Today show. You did a great job.

[@MeganCalamaras]

You are AMAZING!!! I'm getting so much inspiration from you as I navigate through these e-learning days!! Sending tons of thanks your way!!

[@mochi_and_me]

When you go to the park, wiper down any plastic surface you are using. Scientists say those viral germs can last up to 4 days in there. Please stay safe.

[@chrissa1987]

chick256 yes!!! Please do!! Everyone stay safe and aware of precautions. It’s scary to see the issues that are occurring in other countries.

[@katechase9878]

All our playgrounds in WA are taped off w CAUTION tape. So sad 😢

[@thetruth8024]

I really like your videos and you as a person i admire you so much and im not even a teacher or have kids!! I just really enjoy watching your content!!

[@brennanstriegel2027]

Congrats!!!!! This is a huge accomplishment

[@blacknnatural]

This is so exciting. Chicago is out 'til April 21st and my high schoolers are trickling into Google Classroom.

[@salamarinita]

My middle schoolers are not as tech savvy as I thought. I've had to walk a bunch of kids through joining our Khan Academy class over the phone. This is difficult. And we have to turn in grades next week right before our spring break!

[@kerryberes6886]

I saw you on the Today Show😊. You did an awesome 👏 job. I loved the tips for the novel groups.

[@jc3teacher265]

So cool! Thank you so much for Google Classroom how to series a few years back. It is help me with remote learning! Thanks again!

[@robertroyal5376]

Awesome video! Way to set a schedule of tasks to stay on track 💯💯

[@christinacarboni354]

Congratulations to you Michelle!!! That was AWESOME and well deserved. Thank you for your videos. They are most helpful in this crazy time. I have a question, What are the programs and equipment you use to create your videos?

[@traviesonena]

I’m so happy for you! You are amazing 🤗

[@audienceof14ever]

Can you please share more specifics on your new “classroom schedule”? I start teaching online tomorrow!😳 thanks!

[@janetowl297]

You did a great job! Thanks for all your doing .

[@leone268]

I'm in school to become a teacher. I need to take the praxis exams. Can you make a video of your experience and study materials you used please? (:

[@aaliyah4224]

I just started watching you. I love your vlogs. They are so helpful, especially how to make google slides.

[@Labcabincalifornnia]

Is no one gonna talk about how awesome her office sweatshirt is wish I had one anyway ur amazing

[@Andinwyo]

So exciting- you are always so helpful, of course the Today show would call-❤️

[@accountforwastingtime]

I'm so proud of you for representing teachers on the Today Show! Would love more daily vlogs!

[@trena3142]

Congratulations on your television debut! You did a fantastic job and gave good advice.

[@StFalcon89]

Awesome opportunity for you my friend! I'm very happy for you 👍

[@dianeschandevel4147]

I have recommended your PFP to my entire district in Michigan! I don't know how you get everything done each day! You are a great source of information and a fantastic entrepreneur!

[@MsRowe-Ntreble]

Congratulations! You did well.

[@lynnteynor4377]

I love your videos! And you did great on the Today show!

[@gingerlittle6936]

Thanks for the vlog, and congratulations on your Today Show interview!

[@tashiagstudios7215]

Yes I love these videos! Please do more!