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MicheleCorbat Mar 27 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Only 1 hour until #COLchat! Please join us to discuss... Turning challenges into opportunities! #takingaction #masspchat #tlap #nyedchat

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Good Evening Everyone! I anxious to see how many people are left in Michigan this week. Please check in and introduce yourself! #masspchat

OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Kaarin Averill tweeting for Oakland University School of Ed. Retired Principal from Bloomfield #masspchat

nsulla Mar 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Dr. Nancy Sulla here at #masspchat; creator of the Learner-Active, Technology-Infused Classroom #LATIC; Pres @IDECorp; author of:

paris_Robert2 Mar 27 @ 8:03 PM EDT

#masspchat Bob Paris St. Charles High School

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Thank you for Joining @OUSEHS Kaarin. #masspchat

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OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi Robert - I grew up not far from you in Saginaw! #masspchat

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TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Glad you joined in @paris_Robert2 #masspchat

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TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

I'm going to hang out for a few minutes to see if we have anyone else join. Don't go away! #masspchat

paris_Robert2 Mar 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

#masspchat Thanks first time on chat

BobedaRobert Mar 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

#masspchat Rob Bobeda, AP Jackson High School #TeamJXN Anxious to see what others are doing as we were just discussing this topic.

pfeiffersc Mar 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Scott Pfeiffer, MS/HS Principal at Countryside Academy in Benton Harbor. One more week until Break for us! #masspchat

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hi @BobedaRobert. Hang on, we will get started in a couple of minutes. #masspchat

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TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

I leave Friday too @pfeiffersc! Thanks for joining in. #masspchat

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TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Please include what question your answering by using A and then the question number. Question one coming in 60 seconds. #masspchat

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Q1 Does your school have clearly defined expectations of students? #masspchat

pfeiffersc Mar 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: Yes, by classroom and common areas, and half of 2nd day of school is spent reviewing them. #masspchat

Cbalk17 Mar 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

#masspchat A1 Yes...we created, implemented and are sustaining a positive school climate focused on Respect, Responsibility and Resilience.

OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1. Yes. We had code of conduct and also PBIS. Admins visited classrooms each year to review #masspchat

paris_Robert2 Mar 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

#masspchat Q we do in the handbook, but we probably would be better served having them posted in all rooms everyday

OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

We found that admin visits to explain them were more effective #masspchat

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TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Q1 B It sound like many of you review expectations at the beginning of the year. To you revisit them? #masspchat

nsulla Mar 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1) Our #LATIC schools use Great Student Rubrics, like this one: https://t.co/hExbyz5aBe (click bottom for free access) #masspchat

Cbalk17 Mar 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

#masspchat A1 we had stickers made with hallway expectations and placed them on the inside door of all lockers

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1 I have also found that the message is better delivered by classroom teachers. They can play "good cop" #masspchat

OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Thanks - also important to include in handbooks! #masspchat

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pfeiffersc Mar 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A1B: We have, but it seems like when we do, we see a spike in issues. #masspchat

paris_Robert2 Mar 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

#masspchat A1b I do review with students at start of year

Cbalk17 Mar 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

#masspchat A1B our electives teachers @ThreeRiversHS have really taken ownership of sustaining Positive School Climate

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OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Great point. Also - if T's can deliver same message you know you have consistency. #masspchat

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Cbalk17 Mar 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

#masspchat A1B if you're doing it right, frequent revisits aren't necessary. It becomes part of who you are, what you do and how you behave

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A1 I've seen where schools put together a video of teachers acting out the rules. It helps students see ridiculous behaviors #masspchat

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q2 Do your teachers have consistent classroom expectations? Do they enforce them consistently? #masspchat

paris_Robert2 Mar 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

#masspchat we have overall school expectations but lack consistency in following the hard for ss

pfeiffersc Mar 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2: Depends on relationships. Ts that connect with their classes tend to be a bit more loose. As long as Ss are engaged, fine. #masspchat

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2 I think this is very common. Yet we know the importance of consistency for children. T's sure expect Adm. to enforce rules! #masspchat

paris_Robert2 Mar 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

#masspchat we have overall school expectations but lack consistency in following the hard for ss

OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2. This is difficult but part of school culture. Depends on factors like no. new T's and agreement on discipline #masspchat

Cbalk17 Mar 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

#masspchat A2 yes, we have common classroom rules. Consistency from teacher to teacher is something we constantly strive to maintain

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A2 It's all about relationships. Teachers who are connected rarely have discipline issues. #masspchat

pfeiffersc Mar 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2: Depends on relationships. Ts that connect with their classes tend to be a bit more loose. As long as Ss are engaged, fine. #masspchat

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A2 It helps when you can at least all agree on a short list of common expectations. #masspchat

OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A2. Also T's who have engaging lessons rarely have discipline issues #masspchat

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TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Q3 Would you describe your discipline style as more Authoritarian or Paternal (Nurturing)? #masspchat

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Good point. So true! #masspchat

OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A2. Also T's who have engaging lessons rarely have discipline issues #masspchat
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paris_Robert2 Mar 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#masspchat A3 really depends in the situation. I don't tend to use the same approach for all issues

pfeiffersc Mar 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3: I try to be as Paternal as possible (discipline situations are a way to teach). It has been a rough year though :( #masspchat

giveawayvodo Mar 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#masspchat A3 really depends in the situation. I don't tend to use the same approach for all issues

Cbalk17 Mar 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

#masspchat A3 I'm both. When you're working with teens, being predictable and unpredictable at the same time keeps 'em on their toes lol

OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A3. I would say paternal to a point. If paternal doesn't get attention then authoritarian is choice #2 #masspchat

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3 I always believed my best chance with S's was to find a way to make their life better. They were likely already miserable #masspchat

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q4 What is expected of a teacher who sends a student to the office? #masspchat

OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

So true! #masspchat

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Cbalk17 Mar 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

#masspchat A4 snap suspension...teacher is required to contact parent re:situation before student returns to class

paris_Robert2 Mar 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#masspchat A4 that they ate consistent with behavior expectations and they have taken previous steps to curb behavior

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4 I always required teachers to contact parents and tell them why they were sent out before I called parent with consequence. #masspchat

pfeiffersc Mar 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: Notify Admin of details. If write-up (not just cooling off), T calls home (1st person details), admin calls home if suspended #masspchat

OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4. What we said was that when u send a Ss to the office, u give up control over consequences unless u work w us ahead of time #masspchat

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4 It is difficult to talk to parent about why S was sent out if you weren't there to witness the behavior. #masspchat

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4 That was exactly my belief. They came to me mad. My job was to resolve peacefully. Keep them if you have a better plan! #masspchat

OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4. What we said was that when u send a Ss to the office, u give up control over consequences unless u work w us ahead of time #masspchat

OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4. We also worked with T's re what they should send to office and what was their responsibility #masspchat

PWtoddo Mar 27 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4: I ask them to text me a detailed explanation of what occurred #masspchat

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PWtoddo Mar 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A3: combo - attempt to treat them like my own #masspchat

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TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Nice to have you join us! Congratulations on the BB run! #masspchat

PWtoddo Mar 27 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4: I ask them to text me a detailed explanation of what occurred #masspchat
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OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Always better to have T's input prior to talking with Ss and vice versa! #masspchat

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Cbalk17 Mar 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

#masspchat @ThreeRiversHS we use Powerschool log entries. Teacher log entries go to everyone in the office immediately

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TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Q5 How do you communicate with staff once you have disciplined a student? #masspchat

paris_Robert2 Mar 27 @ 8:46 PM EDT

#masspchat A5 if it is a suspension I will send email to the ss ts telling them the length. If it is classroom issue I see ts personally

Cbalk17 Mar 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

#masspchat A5 I "reply all" to the log entry so the teacher and office staff know it's been dealt with

pfeiffersc Mar 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5: Email usually. Small staff makes communication easy. #masspchat

OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5. I always did it personally but my school was 600 ss and 50 t's. what do others do? #masspchat

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5 Is this a function of PS? #masspchat

Cbalk17 Mar 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

#masspchat A5 I "reply all" to the log entry so the teacher and office staff know it's been dealt with

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TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Last Question is on the way! #masspchat

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TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Q6 When it comes to S discipline, what is the most difficult aspect for you? #masspchat

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A6 I found it very difficult when T's looked at all behaviors as black and white. When dealing with S it's often grey! #masspchat

pfeiffersc Mar 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6: Time it takes from observing Ts and improving learning in the building. #masspchat

Cbalk17 Mar 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#masspchat A6 knowing that what a kid really needs is a stable loving home, caring parents, stability, and oftentimes mental health help

paris_Robert2 Mar 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

#masspchat A6 When parents make excuses for students when they have clearly had an issue.

stonebackm Mar 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6 ...getting past S's initial indignation and hostility and getting to where rational discussion and acceptance can occur #masspchat

OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6. Considering individual student differences and trying to apply school and district conduct mandates #masspchat

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Thank you for joining #masspchat tonight! Enjoy your well deserved break!

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Difficult yet rewarding @stonebackm. #masspchat

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stonebackm Mar 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6 ...getting past S's initial indignation and hostility and getting to where rational discussion and acceptance can occur #masspchat

TammyJMASSP Mar 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@OUSEHS A perfect wrap up of the challenge with student behavior. Thank you for the contributions. #masspchat

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OUSEHS Mar 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6. Considering individual student differences and trying to apply school and district conduct mandates #masspchat