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Phil from Northern Virginia. I teach 6/7 US History I&II and am the founder of #waledchat (Thurs @ 9pm) and #Edusations (Youtube). Would love if @ERobbPrincipal could swing by! #teachpos
A1: I helped a student who made a silly decision get out of trouble and get a second chance. The turn around was incredible and lasting. #TeachPOS#Thelittlethings
Q1: Think back on your trip through educationā¦ Tell us of a time when a small act made a big difference to you. Why did it have that impact?
#TheLittleThings#teachpos
#TeachPOS and #Tchrwellness...I will be in and out and back again as it is meeting with my editor night once again. Great topics and wonderful people!!!
A1: When I was teaching in a previous district a colleague asked me to join him for breakfast and we quickly started a breakfast club for staff. Each Friday we got together and sent highlights from the conversation out after each breakfast. #RelationshipsMatter#teachpos
A1: I can clearly remember the first time a teacher stuck up for me when someone made fun of me for being overweight. Sadly it was when I was in HS, but I remember it to this day.
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A1: I adore it when one of my Ss bring me a picture/letter they created for me - those slips of paper may appear small, but they are HUGE to my teacher heart!! #teachpos
#teachpos - Ray, K-8 Math Instructional Coach from Rhode Island here.
Join me for #edChatRI right after this. We will be discussing strategies to reach all students.
A1: My 1st year teaching and I had a parent tell me that because of me her son was excited to come to school each day. As a 1st year teacher- this meant the world to me. #teachPOS
Q1: Think back on your trip through educationā¦ Tell us of a time when a small act made a big difference to you. Why did it have that impact?
#TheLittleThings#teachpos
A1 - Itās a long story, but when I first started teaching, a 2nd grade boy helped comfort me when the class period was a disaster. His words,ā I thought you did great! Tomorrow will be even betterā¤ļø #teachpos
Q1: Think back on your trip through educationā¦ Tell us of a time when a small act made a big difference to you. Why did it have that impact?
#TheLittleThings#teachpos
A1- Awesome youāre hosting @PHausTech
For me itās students who I thought I did not reach... then I see them 20 tears later and their recollection is much different- and Iām humbled @MrPStrunk#teachpos
A1: When my 7th grade math teacher moved my 79% to an 80% for 3rd Q report card. I had never struggled in a class before and had a 70% at progress reports. I worked my tail off, and he gave me hope when he moved it up to a B. Helped to not sour my view on math. #teachpos
A1: When I taught in Las Vegas, I had a Gr2 Ss who made me a toy car from random items he had at home. It had one missing wheel. He was so proud of what he made and I was, too! It reminded me that giving from the heart can transform what meets the eye! #teachpos#thelittlethings
Q1: Think back on your trip through educationā¦ Tell us of a time when a small act made a big difference to you. Why did it have that impact?
#TheLittleThings#teachpos
A1~ this new sweet support teacher made a comment to me about how she loves my willingness to share my mistakes , successes with her so openly ~ caught me off guard, but after some reflection, it really meant so much to me ā¤ļø #teachpos
A1- In 1st grade I switched schools halfway through the year. I was very shy and my new teacher let me read her 'special' books she kept behind her desk. I'll never forget it. It made me feel valued and want to try harder for her. #teachpos
A1: I was attending a grad party of one of my first students-a student that I struggled with. His parents came up to me and told me I was the first name he had put on the guest list. It is something I will always remember about you can never know your impact. #teachpos
#teachpos - A few years ago when I was struggling to adjust to a new job/school, the AP took me aside and took time out of his day just to tell me that I was doing a good job. Made a world of difference. I'll never forget that.
Q1: Think back on your trip through educationā¦ Tell us of a time when a small act made a big difference to you. Why did it have that impact?
#TheLittleThings#teachpos
A1: Last year on "roving duty" there was a S I always ran into. We'd walk/talk as I steered her back to her class. I chose to work with her for our mentoring program and have helped her through family stuff, new classes, friend drama, etc. We eat lunch every day now #teachpos
Q1: Think back on your trip through educationā¦ Tell us of a time when a small act made a big difference to you. Why did it have that impact?
#TheLittleThings#teachpos
#teachpos - A few years ago when I was struggling to adjust to a new job/school, the AP took me aside and took time out of his day just to tell me that I was doing a good job. Made a world of difference. I'll never forget that.
Q1: Think back on your trip through educationā¦ Tell us of a time when a small act made a big difference to you. Why did it have that impact?
#TheLittleThings#teachpos
A1: Last year, I had a student tell me she figured out what she wanted to do with her life thanks to genius hour in my class. I'm in this career to make a difference, so I need to hear that sometimes I had a positive impact! #teachpos
A1: Last year on "roving duty" there was a S I always ran into. We'd walk/talk as I steered her back to her class. I chose to work with her for our mentoring program and have helped her through family stuff, new classes, friend drama, etc. We eat lunch every day now #teachpos
Q1: Think back on your trip through educationā¦ Tell us of a time when a small act made a big difference to you. Why did it have that impact?
#TheLittleThings#teachpos
Like when you get the half empty bottle of perfume for Christmas that you know was taken from the child's mother's bathroom. Brings tears every time. #teachpos
A2: Iāve been able to attend community events lately and connect with Ss and families outside of the school setting.@renathunderhawk@DeniseEdsc and I were drenched with water balloons last wknd. Itās opportunities like these where connections can be made/strengthened. #teachpos
A2: I used to teach a PLTW class with a set curriculum... One student was very artistic but not so into robotics or CAD. They were blown away when I told them they had creative license with the projects & that I'd print them in color!
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A1: I remember when I was ending my time at 1 of my teaching placements in a 2nd gr class & my co-op teacher gave me a composition notebook & other starter materials but inside wrote me the most positive, uplifting, enouraging note. I still have that notebook 2 this day #teachpos
A2: When I took "that" student out to the hall, and instead of "getting him suspended" like he thought I would, I just had a conversation about what was happening outside of school. I attribute that small conversation to part of his big turnaround in my class. #teachpos
A2 I remember stopping the beginning of a class to take two minutes to be there and listen to a student who just had his long time gf break up with him. Not in my job description. But being there to listen made all the difference in the world to him. #teachpos
A1: I remember when I was ending my time at 1 of my teaching placements in a 2nd gr class & my co-op teacher gave me a composition notebook & other starter materials but inside wrote me the most positive, uplifting, enouraging note. I still have that notebook 2 this day #teachpos
A2: I love the spirit of this question and it's helped me to reflect on many things I've done for my ss. One thing that always makes a huge impact is showing up at their sporting events or recitals #teachpos
Redefining "leadership" has done a ton for my Ss' confidence. When they see that leading or being generous can be defined as "asking a question" or "offering a conjecture" or bringing someone to a help session with you....they begin to see themselves as more valuable. #teachpos
A2 - Iād chat after class with a student who rarely spoke in class. He visited me everyday for the next two years. Nominated me for most caring teacher. We still keep in touch. He used to sneak up on me and try to scare me. Iād say, āJohn, nice stealth modeā #teachpos
A2 I remember stopping the beginning of a class to take two minutes to be there and listen to a student who just had his long time gf break up with him. Not in my job description. But being there to listen made all the difference in the world to him. #teachpos
A1. In my first year of teaching on the college level, I had to advocate for a S when they suffered an injury earlier in life , creating problems for them in learning! #teachpos
A2: Telling a student that their frustration with math is ok, we all struggle but some are able to "pretend" better than others. I preceded to tell the S that they are smart & their eyes began to swell..#heartwrenching#teachpos
A1: A time when a small act made a big difference was when my principal said: āYou were meant to do great things.ā āesp. when an administrator told me years ago that I needed to ātone it down a bitā bc I made others uncomfortable in regards to my passion for teaching.
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A3: I always feel a warm spot when I attend the graduation ceremony and many of the memories shared by the student speakers are events or activities from first grade. It makes me believe that what I do and how they felt doing it was so important. #teachpos
A2: When doing our Kindness Passion Projects, a Ss didn't have parent support to complete his project of blessing a police officer. We got the things he needed then found a school resource officer & made his act of kindness come true! So great! #teachpos#thelittlethings
#teachpos - A2 - Same as my previous answer. So many times students who are working hard (regardless of the results) just need to be told they are doing a good job. Taking the time to make that personal, positive connection makes a big difference.
A2: I think I mixed up Q1&2... In 3rd grade, I forgot my notebook at school and I had homework to do. I called my teacher at home in tears and she walked to school w me to get my notebook. + she had a dalmatian. Still remember ;) #teachpos#thelittlethings
A1: As the instructional leader, I heard a student say āthis school is better than my previous oneā. Those words mean a lot to me and shows we are making a difference in the lives of children. #teachpos
A2: As a reading specialist, I work with many Ss. I connected with 1 special S & Iāve taken her under my wing. She comes each am to say hi & pm to say goodbye. We also have lunch bunch weekly. Tonight, I received a text from her mom inviting me to her bday party #teachPOS
A1 I Having my principal tell me that they believe in me and to keep going because I was making a huge difference in the lives of students. Sometimes you question your impact and efficiency. Having someone believe, makes a world of a difference. #teachpos
Q1: Think back on your trip through educationā¦ Tell us of a time when a small act made a big difference to you. Why did it have that impact?
#TheLittleThings#teachpos
A2~
On Friday was rushing out the door with my bff teacher bud @_mlb25 , got to the bus loop and late bus was leaving and we stood there & waved cray cray with huge smiles to our neediest crew & the happiest faces-will forever be etched in our minds ~ best ever ā¤ļø
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A2- A S was nervous about starting this year and so came with her mom to visit the class the day before school started. She drew a picture- I said, "Is it OK if I frame this and put it on the wall?" Her eyes lit up & it's been there ever since #teachpos
A1: A time when a small act made a big difference was when my principal said: āYou were meant to do great things.ā āesp. when an administrator told me years ago that I needed to ātone it down a bitā bc I made others uncomfortable in regards to my passion for teaching.
#TeachPos
A2- A S was nervous about starting this year and so came with her mom to visit the class the day before school started. She drew a picture- I said, "Is it OK if I frame this and put it on the wall?" Her eyes lit up & it's been there ever since #teachpos
A2: Just the small act of seeing Ss needs and meeting them makes such a difference - offering a quick snack to a hungry S or meeting other similar needs results in a huge shift for Ss self worth/peace/learning ability!! It all ALWAYS starts with relationship! #Teachpos
A2. Taking time to work 1:1 with a S on homework in math where he came from a large family. Moved around several times, just spending time working with him made him wamt to sit and work with me! #teachpos
Oh my goodness! To have your hand-drawn picture FRAMED and displayed by a teacher? WOW! Now THAT is an incredible moment for a child! #teachpos#thelittlethings
A3: Continue to get into classrooms, celebrate Ss, and remember if youāre going to eat during that day you might as well eat with a Ss or with a class. Even if it isnāt a full lunch period 5 minutes can make a big difference! #teachpos
A2: Last year I let 2 Ask work at the huge lab table that's the T desk at the front of the room. They went from Cs to As and one of their moms even thanked me for my "extra efforts". I just let them work where they were comfortable and checked in like I would for anyone #teachpos
A2 cont... I have a student this year that really had a rough kindergarten year-couldn't even remain in room. This year, he is doing so much better. Every day he wants to ask a question and he just shouts "I love school!" Music to my ears. #teachpos
A1: As the instructional leader, I heard a student say āthis school is better than my previous oneā. Those words mean a lot to me and shows we are making a difference in the lives of children. #teachpos
A3: I will work to say every child's name in my class at least 1x per class. This is a goal I have set over the past few weeks. There is power in students knowing you care about them enough to use their name. #teachpos@ERobbPrincipal@KTuttleEDU
A2: I hope this small act made a BIG difference for this guy right here. After saying these words to him and tweeting this message (see below) āthe author @shanakkeller of this book saw it and sent him a signed book of hers! He was so excited!
#teachposhttps://t.co/DJZj3vNRWi
Today a student told me: āI canāt read. I canāt write.ā
I put a book in front of him called āAt the Parkā. He read AND comprehended it. He then wrote a sentence: āI luv basbol.ā
I said, āYou are a reader. You are a writer.ā He smiled. #SparksInTheDark#KidsDeserveIt#CelebratED
A3: This week I'm going to focus on really listening to the Ss, tailoring my lessons to doing whatever I need to to make them feel like mathematical rockstars. Building confidence and be so transformative! #teachpos
A3 I am hoping to spread some anonymous random acts of kindness this week. Planting seeds of hope and joy. No need for recognition or gratitude. Just seeing smiles spread in schools will do wonders. Hoping to kick off an October of giving. #teachpos
A3: Each year I ask Ts to complete a Tiny Tech Interest Survey to learn more about their needs, but also their passions. This week I will choose 3 Ts to surprise with an act of kindness related to their passions! (Shh-don't tell!) #teachpos#thelittlethings#passionforkindness
A2: As the principal, visiting our community and encouraging parents to register their children on time. The main reasons they didnāt register: lack of uniforms and school supplies. So we did what we do best: we asked from the community and they came through. #teachpos
A3 - I just finished my bi-weekly video on the āawesomeness of teaching!ā It talks about how students make a positive difference in our lives. Iāll share it tomorrow on #teachpos
A3: Sit down w Ss individually and take time to speak w them to find out where they're at. Give constructive feedback to help them improve in what they're doing. Help them find out what they are passionate about. #thelittlethings#teachpos
A3: My student intern has the reigns this week, so I plan to spend about 30 minutes with each of my students chit-chatting and working on some goal setting They love it when I can give them my undivided attention #teachpos
#teachpos - A3 - As an instructional coach now, I need to make sure to take the time out of my day to make sure teachers feel appreciated. I have a few trainings I am running this week, and I am going to bring food/coffee to make sure teachers feel appreciated.
That's a great way to welcome Ts! I love making homemade treats for our Ts then send out an email saying "Treats in the Tiny Tech Cafe" - draws people in to eat and chat! #teachpos#thelittlethings
A3~
Awesomesauce colleague of mine is getting a special recognition & I have told everyone that knows her &has been blessed by her teacher wisdom to congratulate her!!! Sheās humble, kind & sooooo deserving ā¤ļø shout out to @_mlb25#teachpos
Yes! We must think of and genuinely care about their lives outside of the school walls. I love the moments when a student doesn't expect the teacher to remember and the genuine heartfelt smile that follows. #teachpos#TheLittleThings
A3: The best thing I can do is to stay positive this https://t.co/G2lVdzyv61 is homecoming,so busy and gone 2 days. It is the 2nd anniversary of my mother in laws death, and my father in law is having hip surgery in the same hosp. Stay calm, carry on. #teachpos
Q3: My main goal is to make a difference in the lives of my students. They can be all over the place after the weekend. So I want to reassure them we are a safe place. A safe place where we learn hard things together and we all make mistakes and it is ok! #teachpos
A3. At times, helping a S logging in to their computer programs when their having difficulties, or helping them find books to read that interest them!Just talking with a Ss and find out how they are doing, as they are sharing their work and encourage them to keep going! #teachpos
Bonus Q: I plan to touch base with a colleague at least once a day to see how they are and drop a little appreciation their way.
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I agree! Here's a template for some of those conversations (https://t.co/EcByxQ6hrg) Maybe use something like this, but labeled differently for your students...or ask them to label the boxes - what do they want to work on #teachpos
Bonus: Giving a conference/workshop to beginning Ts at @UQAM on Friday evening. Hopefully it will help them transition into the work-world! #thelittlethings#teachpos
A4 Getting my Random Acts of Kindness tickets ready for the community. Also challenging my kids to leave a little something behind. Hoping to see if our community will respond on social media. #teachpos
It really helps me to provide #personalizedPD instead of one-size-fits-all trainings. Teachers appreciate it, too! Makes learning more relevant! #teachpos#thelittlethings
#teachpos - Great chat! Thanks again for a great week.
Join me right after this for #edChatRI. We are talking about strategies to reach all learners in our classrooms.
Q3: My main goal is to make a difference in the lives of my students. They can be all over the place after the weekend. So I want to reassure them we are a safe place. A safe place where we learn hard things together and we all make mistakes and it is ok! #teachpos
Bonus: This is something I've been struggling with as I have changed my mindset to not get involved in the negativity; however, find myself constantly being surrounded by it. I want my kindness to spread not be shut down & talked about once I leave the room #teachpos
Bonus A: So many of my colleagues have encouraged me and picked me up when I'm down. It's been a rough start to the semester but I'm hoping to put that aside and focus on being a source of positivity and encouragement for them this week #teachpos
Amazing job with @PHausTech tonight. Incredible answers. Thank you!!! Have the great @MrsHankinsClass going next week. She is bringing the touchdowns to #teachpos
Bonus A: I plan, like most weeks, to be intentionally aware of my Ss who seem down and spend a little more time with him/her. I will continue to turn negative adult convos positive or exit stage left if unsuccessful. Smile and show empathy most of all #teachpos
