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shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to tonight's #OklaEd chat. Please introduce yourself. Shawn Hime @OSSBAoklahoma Executive Director Tonight's Moderator

participatechat Apr 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #oklaed by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/PCV0aPuKUs

watersenglish Apr 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Michelle Waters, 9-11 English, Wayne High School #oklaed

kellianglley Apr 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Kelli Anglley. 6th Grade ELA in Elgin. #OklaEd

sulphurmiddle Apr 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Sulphur Middle School Principal #oklaed

jerrywbogle Apr 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Jerry Bogle Mason Supt #oklaed

mcappsparks Apr 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Melinda Parks, Westmoore HS #oklaed

ShelbyJr3 Apr 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Shelby, English II, III #oklaed

kriscoop80 Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Kristy Cooper, Del City High School #OklaEd

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Allen Lehman, math, Norman #oklaed

1ShirleneMT Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Shirlene MT Student teacher at Noble a high school. graduating in 13 days 👏🏻🎊🙌 #oklaed

jmidkiff Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Jason Midkiff Supt Purcell #oklaed chat.

coach57 Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Kevin Hime Superintendent #oklaed number 1 innovation and creation school #cpsreds

bakerleft Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Aaron Baker, 8th grade U.S. History #oklaed

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Tyler Bridges, Asst Supt for #cpsreds, future @k20center Associate Director. Ready to talk ed politics! #oklaed

shetherington13 Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Sandy Hetherington. Davis MiddleSchool English #oklaed

HustedKelly Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Kelly Husted Supt at Allen Bowden. Thank you for all the kind words. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to tonight's #OklaEd chat. Please introduce yourself. Shawn Hime @OSSBAoklahoma Executive Director Tonight's Moderator

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Anne Beck, #edtech @oueducation signing in. Family night after long 6 day work week! I'll be in & out but checking the archives :) #Oklaed

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Jason James Supt of Alex PS #oklaed Advocate

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#oklaed -- Claudia Swisher, retired loudmouth...and OSU adjunct. Taking a break from grading! :)

jlreed2011 Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Jack Reed, Assistant Principal, The U.S. Grant High School in the OKCPS #oklaed

McDonaldClay Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Clay McDonald, Principal, Piedmont Middle School #oklaed

gmccortney Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Greg McCortney, State Senator District 13. #oklaed

fsolomon3 Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Frank Solomon, Supt. Noble. #oklaed

ChadChadcwm Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Chad, Paoli #oklaed

jennifer_lea_e Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Thought I'd provide a soundtrack for tonight's #oklaed Legislative Update chat. Seems appropriate! https://t.co/NHYy79Uj7T

PhynyxRising Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#OklaEd Phynyx Parent Volunteer Color Guard instructor Midwest City High School

Lsooner2 Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Lori Wathen, parent and public ed advocate #oklaed

jcbjr Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

John Bennett, Emeritus Engineering faculty living in Midlothian, Virginia. #oklaed

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Welcome @gmccortney #oklaed

gmccortney Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Greg McCortney, State Senator District 13. #oklaed

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Kim 5th grade T here to observe. #oklaed

HackneyCindy Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Cindy Hackney, Superintendent @AnadarkoSchools #oklaed

MrsHime Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Steph Hime Queen Popcorn Popper at #swelem #cpsreds #oklaed

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Rick Cobb, Mid-Del superintendent, #oklaed blogger, and @SNU_MAEL adjunct professor

saul02_terry Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Terry Saul Superintendent Sequoyah Public Schools #oklaed #comesoarwithus

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

They do have an agenda. 😂 #oklaed

In reply to @mcappsparks, @BlueCerealEduc, @OCPAThink

DossettFor34 Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

J.J. Dossett former 10-12 history teacher Owasso #oklaed

mholder1 Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Another example of Oklahoma schools doing great things! #oklaed @Dr_Dunlop

OfficeofEdTech Apr 30 @ 8:30 PM EDT

How Broken Arrow Public Schools used #OER to improve quality, tackle challenges: https://t.co/PqtLAaYnoW #GoOpen #EdTechChat

kbreynolds Apr 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Kyle Reynolds supt at Woodward PS #oklaed

gabshere Apr 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Glen Abshere, Elem. Principal, Claremore #oklaed

OklaEd - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

As always #oklaed pleased to have. So many leaders join the chat tonight

jeffdaugherty4 Apr 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Jeff Daugherty. Superintendent at Merritt. #oklaed

ShelbyJr3 Apr 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

😂😂#oklaed

jennifer_lea_e Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Thought I'd provide a soundtrack for tonight's #oklaed Legislative Update chat. Seems appropriate! https://t.co/NHYy79Uj7T

AlleyBeth Apr 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Allison, HS English. Just observing tonight. Probably. #oklaed

Biobellrocks Apr 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Renee Bell, AP Bio Teacher, Del City High School #oklaed

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#oklaed Wes Fryer, Technology Director, @casadyschoolokc

AndreaGorney Apr 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Good Evening, Andrea Gorney here- Middle school teacher, Edmond and Master's of Ed. Leadership (May 2017) #oklaed

RebeccaMurdock8 Apr 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Rebecca TPS SPED teacher #OklaEd

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Angela Little | #oklaed ADVOCATE | Edmond Public School Mom | Business Analyst

StacyFord77 Apr 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Stacy Ford - Teacher-Librarian at Kennedy Elementary in Norman #oklaed

JasonPerez75 Apr 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Jason Perez, Executive Director of TLE @oksde #oklaed

MontgomeryOK62 Apr 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

John Michael Montgomery, State Rep. from Lawton. #OklaEd

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

May the Force be with us, #oklaed, as we face the last weeks of the Session!!

jennifer_lea_e Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Thought I'd provide a soundtrack for tonight's #oklaed Legislative Update chat. Seems appropriate! https://t.co/NHYy79Uj7T

djthoreson Apr 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Debbie Thoreson, P of 1st grade girl, T of English 3 & AP, NBCT 1st year candidate, #oklaed

jasonbengs Apr 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Jason, #cpsreds tech dir #oklaed

lindahaslerreid Apr 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Linda Reid, Jenks East Intermediate Principal, 2007 Okla Teacher of the Year; repping @michaeldeanreid to the best of my ability. #oklaed

nancope Apr 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Nancy Copeland principal Central Elementary Idabel #oklaed

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

#oklaed Glad to see Jeff Daugherty in the HOUSE

jeffdaugherty4 Apr 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Jeff Daugherty. Superintendent at Merritt. #oklaed

tracytrips1 Apr 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Tracy Kennedy troublemaker #OKLAED

kennethdward Apr 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Kenny Ward principal @Bridge_Creek_MS #oklaed

TurnerJoshuaD Apr 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Josh Turner Mathematics and HS asst Softball at Byng, #SNU_Mael 041 #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to tonight's #OklaEd chat. Please introduce yourself. Shawn Hime @OSSBAoklahoma Executive Director Tonight's Moderator

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

mcvay51 Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#oklaed Craig McVay, Supt., El Reno tagging along tonight

JasonPerez75 Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Looking forward to visiting tomorrow for the last TLE Advisory meeting of the year! #oklaed

kbreynolds Apr 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Kyle Reynolds supt at Woodward PS #oklaed

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Scott with @usaodrovers :-) #oklaed

dena_rogers Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Dena Rogers - Counselor/Athletic facilitator CJH - Moore Public Schools #oklaed

tracytrips1 Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Tracy Kennedy troublemaker, parent #oklaed

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Love all the new faces tonight. #oklaed

aplank10 Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Aaron Plank. Student at the University of Oklahoma. Elementary Education. #oklaed

KennedyAPR Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Kathleen Kennedy, OK public school communicator and champion. #oklaed

GauntTonya Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Good Evening #oklaed , Tonya Gaunt, from #cpsreds

classofcruse Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Chelsea Cruse, history and AP government at Woodward High School. #oklaed

Mrs_McGaughy Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Melissa ELA, social studies teacher #oklaed

eesmith0814 Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Elizabeth from Tulsa. I work with TPS Ts through Yale National Initiative at TU. #OklaEd

room20awesome Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Jennifer, 1st grade, Moore #Oklaed

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1) we need T pay raises, do away w/ OPTE & OGET, stop letting Universities deny certifications, & remove the cap on retirees #oklaed

kellianglley Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

We need to keep positively promoting our profession by getting press for the amazing things our Ss accomplish everyday. #OklaEd

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

king_of_chem Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Instructional designer, former Bethany chemistry teacher #oklaed

coach57 Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#oklaed has to have a permanent funding source. Not possible unless Ds and Rs put Kids before party

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1 #oklaed Schools need money. We can't raise salaries or lower class sizes without it.

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

jennifer_lea_e Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hello! I'm Jennifer! I teach Physics, Chem, and 🌏 Science in Mannford. Commute from Stillwater, my car is ready for summer break! #oklaed

sherrydurkee Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Sherry Durkee, Supt. Sand Springs #oklaed

lsmellott Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#oklaed Shanna Mellott, English Teacher, mom, grandma, innovator, born & raised in Oklahoma

NorthcuttLee Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Lee Northcutt, Superintendent Caddo Public Schools #oklaed

jmidkiff Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Increase teacher pay and benefits. OK promise for teachers kids, student loan deferment #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

djthoreson Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: Treating Ts like professionals and all that entails would probably solve everything! ;-) #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: Legislatively we can show respect for our Ts by returning local control to Ts & eliminating much of the nonsense of 'reform'. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

dena_rogers Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1 - Larger classes sizes, and less staff is not helping retain teachers, we have so many coaching needs and no open positions #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

SappingtonTony Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#oklaed Tony Sappington, Principal in BA

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 #OklaEd

room20awesome Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

We would love to have you join! #oklaed

PassAPlan Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Lawmakers can #SaveOurStateOK w/ sensible revenue options, like ending special interest giveaways. https://t.co/eerNeQx2RW #oklaed #okleg

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1b). Non legislative things are to change the climate in which Ts are looked upon by society #OklaEd

MyRotert Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Jay Rotert AP Math Sand Springs #oklaed

TurnerJoshuaD Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Legislatively - Follow through with promises that got us elected, non-legislatively - hug a teacher, show them appreciation #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

MichelleHaub Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Michelle teacher and student here to observe #oklaed

mcappsparks Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 omitting the obvious, at bare minimum some kind of incentive re: state income tax, maybe #oklaed

friEdTechnology Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 I have been working with some awesome OK teachers lately and they tell me standardized testing is REALLY dragging them down #oklaed

JasonPerez75 Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A: Legislatively we can't stop with just a pay raise. We need a funded teacher-leader model, mentoring program, an support for PD. #oklaed

kriscoop80 Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Legislatively: TEACHER PAY RAISE!!! Oklahoma needs to step up and pay us as professionals. Nonlegislatively: have district perks #OklaEd

ShelbyJr3 Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Same song second verse, little bit louder, whole lot worse. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

macydg Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Macy Gleason, Middle School Science #oklaed

Juliebeeson Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Julie Beeson 6th ELA Collinsville #oklaed

jlreed2011 Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1) Start by paying teachers a professional wage and supporting them as educators. Look at the prep and not a few hour photo op. #oklaed

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#oklaed A1 We need to highlight the critical need for generous, not just "adequate" school funding in the eyes of Oklahoma taxpayers

brainstormin Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Kelly Gleason, English, NBCT #oklaed

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: Non-legislatively we must continue to push for dialogue that is respectful of #oklaed. Many #okleg do not ever speak favorably of us.

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 -- Of my 17 OSU student interns, at least 7 are NOT planning to teach in #oklaed. Great young teachers. Makes me sad.

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 #OklaEd

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

This is driving people away. Good people. People who care about kids. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 #OklaEd

coach57 Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#oklaed you have to remember to tell your story because if you aren't someone else ees

bakerleft Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: Grassroots organizing to champion the profession. I will teach in OK until reformers close the very last school. #oklaed #notgivingup

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: it starts at higher ed. Stop making it so hard for new Ts. Fix the budget. Make education a priority. Stop blaming Ts. #OklaEd

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Teaching needs to return to a place of prominence in the professional world, HS Ss need to see Teaching as a viable career #OklaEd

kennethdward Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 hard to see many solutions prior to T Pay & funding in general. Community/business partnerships can help #oklaed

tracytrips1 Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Keep getting the REAL situation out there to try and change votes.That's the only way to get any real change.Change the legislature. #oklaed

In reply to @shawnhime

fsolomon3 Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1) Remove caps on retired teachers returning. Funding is obvious answer, but down 365K with two months remaining, not promising. #oklaed

MontgomeryOK62 Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 Needed to pass 1-2-3 plan. Insured a start to long term plan while growing as revenue/economy rebounded. #oklaed

sherrydurkee Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1) Fund education! Be great to not have to worry about how much to slash from budgets. #oklaed

Biobellrocks Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: Okleg HAS to find a dependable funding source for schools before anything else will work. A raise for Ts wouldn't hurt either #oklaed

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Thank you so much for joining us Senator @gmccortney very thankful we have you in office!! #oklaed

In reply to @gmccortney, @gmccortney

JasonPerez75 Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A: Non-legislatively we have to remember that we recruit and promote the profession every day. Stay united and stay strong #oklaed

StacyFord77 Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: In Norman the district has begun paying teachers for all years of experience if they have experience out of state. #oklaed

classofcruse Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Never stop promoting success of public schools. Don't let the disrespect & negativity make us bitter. When they go low, we go high. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

jerrywbogle Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A) 1. Allow retired educators to come back without penalty, raise pay to what the value of teaching truly is! #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

vperezy Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Vanessa Perez, Tech Integration & Library Media Specialist, Clinton Public Schools, #oklaed - I will be in out.

watertankmath Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Busy night 4 Watertank Math trying 2 follow #txeduchat #nhed #oklaed #mtedchat & #iaedchat #math #mtbos #homeschool https://t.co/CqsNb10X6J

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Welcome! #oklaed

In reply to @gmccortney

PhynyxRising Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#OklaEd A1: Eliminate the requirement of a Bachelor's degree for employment. College degrees do not always indicate qualification.

dena_rogers Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@shawnhime we have visited UCO, OU, and OSU who claim smaller class sizes than public schools! (there are a few exceptions) ?!?! #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 #OklaEd

1ShirleneMT Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1) legislatively there has to be a pay raise. My classmates are packing their bags and leaving the state. Money is the reason #oklaed

nancope Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

1) Money is key It controls so many facets #oklaed

macydg Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1) Fully funding schools so that teachers get the pay they deserve and students get the resources they need #oklaed

room20awesome Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 As educators we must do our best to stay positive..share the great things about being a teacher. #oklaed

kennethdward Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Stop with the legislation telling T's & schools how to teach and grade S's #oklaed

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT
A1: Legislatively we can show respect for our Ts by returning local control to Ts & eliminating much of the nonsense of 'reform'. #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT
  
  Q1 - #OklaEd

king_of_chem Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I hate to say more money, but schools have continued to do more with less, but this cannot be maintained any longer #oklaed

In reply to @shawnhime

SteveMaier_ Apr 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 Encourage graduating seniors to consider becoming an educator, just as we do medicine, law, engineering, etc. #oklaed #supplythepipeline

In reply to @shawnhime, @OSSBAoklahoma

SappingtonTony Apr 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#oklaed non-L- vote pro-ed and encourage others to do the same. Leg- Show me the money!!! Seriously, prioritize!

vperezy Apr 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Nice to see you! Thanks for joining #oklaed.

In reply to @friEdTechnology

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#oklaed A1 We need a statewide, sustained campaign in Oklahoma like @NElovesPS

McDonaldClay Apr 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: Start recruiting HS students and have teacher cadet classes at the HS level....Everyone else recruits HS Ss --why not us? #oklaed

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 I don’t think that there is a simple and easy answer. Will require a large-scale shift in priorities. Funding is a start. #oklaed

jennifer_lea_e Apr 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Hto be a Negativity Nelly, nothing is going to help until our state and lawmakers step up do what we all know needs to be done! #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

AlleyBeth Apr 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Honestly, to go through what we have to go through to get our degrees/certs and then not have that be respected is disheartening. #OklaEd

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: it starts at higher ed. Stop making it so hard for new Ts. Fix the budget. Make education a priority. Stop blaming Ts. #OklaEd

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

1 thing the #oklaed can do is STOP passing so many regulatory laws that hamper T autonomy & T creativity in the classroom.

kasnelson Apr 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Kas, elem lead Learner @vpsindians Sorry I'm late! #Oklaed

MontgomeryOK62 Apr 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 Still need long term plan and overhaul of financial aspects that cause midyear cuts etc. Immediate fiscal year overshadows that. #OklaEd

JefferyCorbett Apr 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Past state president of @OklahomaPTA running late to chat #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

Biobellrocks Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1b: Nonleg. Respect the profession not just cheap talk. Put professionals i positions to make decisions and trust their expertice #oklaed

jcbjr Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#oklaed A1: Determine why oil lobbyists hate education.

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: We cannot boost the profession & recruit new teachers without showing respect with our words & our actions toward #oklaed.

AlleyBeth Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

It's not all about getting more money. #OklaEd

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1b). Non legislative things are to change the climate in which Ts are looked upon by society #OklaEd

PhynyxRising Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#OklaEd A1: Before you boo...I am not saying degrees are worthless. Experience should be a big factor.

dena_rogers Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1- need to increase revenue in order to increase expenditures. Quit giving tax cuts #oklaed

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1) Send Cannon to the Capitol ;)) #oklaed

In reply to @shawnhime

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

We have to stop seeing our leaders blaming schools and Ts for things. If you don't support us, who does? #oklaed

GauntTonya Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: Legislative: have to have help with teacher salary... beginning teachers are not going to even consider staying in OK... #oklaed

ShelbyJr3 Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Um no. #oklaed

PhynyxRising Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#OklaEd A1: Eliminate the requirement of a Bachelor's degree for employment. College degrees do not always indicate qualification.

shetherington13 Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A:1 Respect! #oklaed

bakerleft Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: Unite against School Choice! #oklaed

kellianglley Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

There is a smaller pool from which to hire quality teachers. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

kennethdward Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

And please make sure we aren't telling our S's not be teachers when they want to be! #oklaed

McDonaldClay Apr 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: Start recruiting HS students and have teacher cadet classes at the HS level....Everyone else recruits HS Ss --why not us? #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2 - #OklaEd Teacher-Student Ratio Change

brainstormin Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

We must fully fund schools and pay teachers much better. #oklaed

AricaReeves Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Join us this week as I moderate a chat on Building Classroom Community! I know I'm looking forward to it! #oklaed #okelem

room20awesome Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

We would love to have you join! #oklaed

Lsooner2 Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1) parent perspective , keep advocating for funding & Pay raise. Support our teachers in classroom by being engaged/volunteering. #oklaed

classofcruse Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I respectfully disagree - must be highly trained professionals. We already aren't respected, this would make it worse. #oklaed

In reply to @PhynyxRising

vperezy Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I hadn't heard about doing away w/ OPTE & OGET before. Will you tell me more? #oklaed

In reply to @James409Jason

djthoreson Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: We haven't had many applicants for our open positions. SPED and English, just a few people applied #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

JasonPerez75 Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: It would also help if every educator votes. #oklaed

1ShirleneMT Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1) non legislatively the profession has to be communicated in a way that shows we aren't just a back up for other jobs #oklaed

PhynyxRising Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#OklaEd A2: General decline in morale. Passion is lacking.

fsolomon3 Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1-Non Legislative) Convince legislators that drastic steps we are taking are to insure the financial viability of our schools. #oklaed

HustedKelly Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

1 month job open for 7/8 Math teacher. ONE applicant! ONE!! Hope she takes the job. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

mcappsparks Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2 loss of electives for next year, my classes are on track to be 33-36 at minimum. #oklaed

JefferyCorbett Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 - #okleg points fingers and cries Union at prof orgs--grassroots with voters/donors and parents have got to step up #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

room20awesome Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 We need to invite college and high-school Ss into our elem classrooms...maybe they'll want to stay! #OklaEd

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: Class sizes on the wrong side of 30 for most of us in my building…and most of you I think…. #oklaed

dena_rogers Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2a - not sure which is worse, the teacher shortage or the budget crisis on our schools. no $ = larger classes and less postions #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

McDonaldClay Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: Bigger class sizes #oklaed

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Glad to have you as always Senator @DossettFor34 we appreciate you!! #oklaed

In reply to @DossettFor34, @DossettFor34

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Our faculty are stretched so thin. So many commitments have to be met - to few facultynto meet them #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

ShelbyJr3 Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Class sizes, special education students need smaller classs. Heck I need smaller classes #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

coach57 Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#cpsreds has used emergeny, alternative and even subs to get through this crisis. We continue to work to do best for the kids #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

jmidkiff Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Higher student-teacher ratio, low applicants for jobs, less qualified teachers #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

KathySDunn Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Kathy Dunn, Mid-Del Assistant Superintendent, #oklaed I'll try to catch up. Just in from a fabulous visit with Princess Tatum and SuperLuke!

jerrywbogle Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2) Although doing the best we can do....it's still making do! Ss deserve the best! #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Teaching is a profession w specialized training, ongoing training. We affect lives. Must have high standards 4entrance into prof. #oklaed

In reply to @classofcruse, @PhynyxRising

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2. 1 hidden aspect of increased class sized due to T shortage is exhaustion & frustration sets in faster for both Ts & Ss. #oklaed

SappingtonTony Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#oklaed A2- the same way its effecting every school- larger class sizes, less qualified teachers, less resources, less course offerings..

lindahaslerreid Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1 #oklaed https://t.co/2avbpUfB0g

collums_dawn Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#oklaed Dawn Collums @okcps @SNU_MAEL A1) Connections to community discounts, if you can't pay us more at least save us money.

kriscoop80 Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: We have 2 classes with subs, larger class sizes, and extra curricular activities are broke. #oklaed

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

This! #oklaed

JasonPerez75 Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: It would also help if every educator votes. #oklaed

lsmellott Apr 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#oklaed A1: Teaching is more than lesson plans & grading paper; it's about helping Ss finding their own path in life & how to get there.

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 #oklaed To everything, churn, churn churn! Good people are leaving the profession. Ts have always had option; more are taking them.

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

MyRotert Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1) improved revue streams to improve funding so that districts can reduce class sizes and have adequate personnel to support t's. #oklaed

kennethdward Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 Very few applicants. #oklaed

mcvay51 Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2) Remember a decade ago when there were over a hundred apps fo elementary openings? I do. Now we have a handful at best. #oklaed

GauntTonya Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1B: veteran Ts have to keep telling the positive things going on in #oklaed...positive posts and showcasing our awesome schools important!

dena_rogers Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

a2b - w/out open positions we can’t find T’s or coaches. Athletics is a vital part of the school environment, increase S’ learning #oklaed

macydg Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1) Also, this... https://t.co/iJBzk58Ckz #oklaed

AlleyBeth Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Yes! This! #OklaEd

kennethdward Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
And please make sure we aren't telling our S's not be teachers when they want to be! #oklaed
- McDonaldClay Apr 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT
  
  A1: Start recruiting HS students and have teacher cadet classes at the HS level....Everyone else recruits HS Ss --why not us? #oklaed

brainstormin Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 since the future looks so bleak, I would have a hard time encouraging new teachers to apply. #oklaed

JasonPerez75 Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

I'm going to respectfully disagree. We should have high standards for such an important job. We just need the pay/respect to match. #oklaed

PhynyxRising Apr 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#OklaEd A1: Eliminate the requirement of a Bachelor's degree for employment. College degrees do not always indicate qualification.

cuntrygrl3 Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Dani Wood Educator Cimarron Public School #oklaed

KndrgartnROX Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

checking in late for #oklaed. Jola, Kindergarten in Mid-Del

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

All other high-achieving nations have HIGHER standards for teachers. We are the only one to lower standards. #oklaed

In reply to @classofcruse, @PhynyxRising

ChadChadcwm Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

#oklaed A1- be more willing 2 make tough decisions w/ corporations & maybe collaborate w/ the people in education. Mentor Ts that need it

blo1234 Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Public opinion is with teachers. Don't let legs kick can down the road. Demand action #OklaEd

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Yeah, but who at the Capitol has shown an aptitude for math these last six years? #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2 - #OklaEd Teacher-Student Ratio Change

1ShirleneMT Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2) bigger classes and not enough lab or special ed teachers is what I've seen just this semester in the 1 class I've been in #oklaed

TurnerJoshuaD Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: Having to fill positions from within, class sizes are growing. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

StacyFord77 Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: Early Childhood seems hardest hit. We host 15-20 pre-interns and 2-3 student teachers a year. None stay in OK, or so it seems #oklaed

collums_dawn Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

a2) The new teachers will soon outnumber the career teachers to mentor #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: not getting the best applicants bc they already have jobs in Texas. #oklaed

AssignmentHelpN Apr 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#hsgovchat #iaedchat #oklaed #probchat #txeduchat 9 Points Professors Look for in a Term Paper https://t.co/TIlvLrRta3

massignmenthelp Apr 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#hsgovchat #iaedchat #oklaed #probchat #txeduchat #mnmasa Tips for Learning Mathematics to Students https://t.co/4jSNAvgzTZ

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2) Class sizes are much larger than they should be in classrooms built for 20. #oklaed

In reply to @shawnhime

AndreaGorney Apr 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#oklaed @AndreaGorney middle school teacher-edmond and Master's Ed. Leadership Grad, May 2017

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: Less # of qualified applicants for openings. We probably also let some Ts go longer than what we would if we had more apps. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

classofcruse Apr 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Class sizes are climbing, not enough text books, desks falling apart, not replacing Ts who leave, not enough secretaries... #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

T is a mentally taxing job - adding more Ss increases the mental load on a T burn out sets in faster & learning efficiencies decline #OklaEd

jlreed2011 Apr 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2) We have fewer offerings for our Ss and crowded classrooms. We lost 20 Ts this year and another 4 for next year. #oklaed

JefferyCorbett Apr 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 - hearing programs being cut that have never been on the table before #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 -- and career Ts will burn out, trying to teach AND provide teacher training for unprepared newbies. #oklaed

collums_dawn Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
a2) The new teachers will soon outnumber the career teachers to mentor #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
  
  Q2 - #OklaEd

kasnelson Apr 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: IT IMPACTS OUR KIDS. We hire Ts w/little experience. Forget best fit & expertise in learning, we don't have a choice. #Oklaed

OSSBAoklahoma Apr 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#oklaed

lindahaslerreid Apr 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 I am losing Ts to TX in particular. Two last year; 1 this year + 1 to WA, 1 to TN

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

early and often #oklaed

JasonPerez75 Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: It would also help if every educator votes. #oklaed

Lsooner2 Apr 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2) S w Disabilities need consistency, rotating door of Spec Ed Ts not helping #oklaed

shetherington13 Apr 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: Larger classes size. #oklaed

kellianglley Apr 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 Ts are filling positions they are not trained for. Trying the best they can, but it may not be an area they went to school for. #oklaed

collums_dawn Apr 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Yes!! #oklaed

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2 -- and career Ts will burn out, trying to teach AND provide teacher training for unprepared newbies. #oklaed
- collums_dawn Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT
  
  a2) The new teachers will soon outnumber the career teachers to mentor #oklaed
  
  shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT
  
  Q2 - #OklaEd

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@JasonPerez75 -- Like Chicago...vote early and often. And vote #oklaed.

In reply to @grendelrick, @JasonPerez75

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Q3 - #OklaEd

RebeccaMurdock8 Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

We went without a sped Ed teacher half of last year. No one to serve our most needy #OklaEd

sherrydurkee Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2) Struggling to have adequate applicant pool in math, science, special education. We are asking folks to do more and more #oklaed

nancope Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

2)Presently budget cuts are the real issues It leads to not hiring needed T larger class sizes and taking extra curr classes away #oklaed

room20awesome Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I have 28 first graders in my class...need I say more? PS I love every one of them and they deserve smaller class size! #oklaed

kennethdward Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

We have to stop being our own worst enemy! #VOTE!#oklaed

JasonPerez75 Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: It would also help if every educator votes. #oklaed

aplank10 Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1: Legislative: Many teachers in OK are not paid enough for their expertise. Non-legislative: Inspire students to be teachers. #oklaed

Biobellrocks Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: finding qualified applicants is a constant challenge. It's difficult to promote a profession the lacks respect from its own leg #oklaed

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A3) IMO, making the P cmte on RSA permanent is the most important legislation #OklaEd

jasonbengs Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2 the stack of resumes fits in one paperclip #oklaed

room20awesome Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2. I have 28 first graders in my class...need I say more? PS I love every one of them and they deserve smaller class size! #oklaed

lindahaslerreid Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

YOWZA! #oklaed I, too, respectfully & strongly disagree. Lower standards means we value Ts AND Ss even less. My Ss deserve expert Ts

In reply to @PhynyxRising

jennifer_lea_e Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Not able to find highly qualified teachers to fill positions that aren't completely absorbed due to budget cuts.#oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3 #OklaEd @DossettFor34 @KatieHenke

ChadChadcwm Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2- having to cut elective classes like the arts and music, #oklaed

CoachGower Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

S/O to @shawnhime for leading the #oklaed chat. 4th generation Oklahoma teacher/coach here. Worried about what lies ahead of us. @OklaEd

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Higher ed budget issues come from lack of state support. All programs I have seen work to help new Ts grow into #oklaed Ts

In reply to @KimberBlodgett

coach57 Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

RSA permanent Grade Placement committees with A-F single summative grades a close 2nd #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Q3 - #OklaEd

MyRotert Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2) class sizes too large and ts are doing more duties and it makes it more difficult to focus on improving classroom instruction. #oklaed

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3 -- Important and disruptive...grading systems, anti-science, suspending 3rd graders...RSA still too punitive. #Micromanaging #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Q3 - #OklaEd

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3) Bill by Rep @KatieHenke to make 3rd grade retention teams permanent and delay LK. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Q3 - #OklaEd

CoachStevenGoss Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: We have 4 "retired" teachers teaching to lessen the impact of a staff reduction of 20% #oklaed

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3 #oklaed RSA - any chance we have to keep control of student placement in the hands of teachers and parents is critical.

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Q3 - #OklaEd

collums_dawn Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3) anything attempting to manage the impact (damage) of the 3rd grade retention legislation.#oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Q3 - #OklaEd

JefferyCorbett Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

And we don't shout about this enough, IMO. We are so grateful to have what we have, we aren't crying foul on quality. #oklaed

kellianglley Apr 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 Ts are filling positions they are not trained for. Trying the best they can, but it may not be an area they went to school for. #oklaed

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3 I would love to know the answer to this, I am not sure... #oklaed

In reply to @shawnhime

sherrydurkee Apr 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3) RSA changes - making committee permanent. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Q3 - #OklaEd

AlleyBeth Apr 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Voting is one of the tangible things we can do, you can't forfeit that and then complain when things stay status quo! #oklaed

JasonPerez75 Apr 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: It would also help if every educator votes. #oklaed

gmccortney Apr 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Must set a specific goal for pay. Top in region? Reg. average? Does pay fix problem if teach/kid ratio stinks? Per pupil funding? #OklaEd

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - #OklaEd

fsolomon3 Apr 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2) Teacher shortage makes hiring great T's difficult, but when we do, finding the funds to pay them is even more difficult. #oklaed

Lsooner2 Apr 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Huge issue, how are we implementing IEP w fidelity in these situations? #oklaed

RebeccaMurdock8 Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

We went without a sped Ed teacher half of last year. No one to serve our most needy #OklaEd

djthoreson Apr 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3: HB 2156, adding world or foreign language, is important! It's essential to understand communication! #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Q3 - #OklaEd

MrWilliamsOK Apr 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Joining late how is everyone??? #summer #oklaed

nancy_nwilliams Apr 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2 These new teachers may not know how to teach complicated subjects. It takes a lot of training & experience to be a good teacher. #oklaed

JerryHanlin Apr 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Oklahoma is losing another great coach & man to Texas. @coachtkahle you will be missed! Thanks for all that you've done! #oklaed

bakerleft Apr 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: Bad situation with so few teachers of color made even worse by overall teacher shortage. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

jlreed2011 Apr 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3) Ending EOIs was a good start but a decision on the right assessment ACT or SAT should be a district decision - Give LEAs control #oklaed

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3: anything we can do to lessen the stress put on 8 year old children the better. RSA! #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3 #OklaEd @KatieHenke

kriscoop80 Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3: RSA and A-F #oklaed

AlleyBeth Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Ahem. Yeah, "observe." That's what I'm doing. #OklaEd

onea8582 Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

I have two friends of mine who are moving out of state next year to take teaching jobs in Texas and Missouri. Such a shame #oklaed

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3: RSA and A-F are both pretty big for #oklaed.

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Q3 - #OklaEd

kellianglley Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Agree. As long as someone it there to cover the class. :-( #oklaed

In reply to @JefferyCorbett

djthoreson Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3b: On the neg side, HB 1162 makes us wait another 2 yrs to be fully vested in out pension. :-( #oklaed

kasnelson Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Just torcs me that 9 year olds are now the only ones subjects to HST. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3 #OklaEd @DossettFor34 @KatieHenke

lsmellott Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#oklaed A2: Larger class sizes have become a problem. For example, I have 33 Pre-AP English I Ss & around 35 more Ss than last year.

JefferyCorbett Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

.@OklahomaPTA members, if you haven't found inspiration for #oklaed advocacy, here's a good one for you:

room20awesome Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I have 28 first graders in my class...need I say more? PS I love every one of them and they deserve smaller class size! #oklaed

nancope Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3 RSA changes #oklaed

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

The partnership of @KatieHenke and @DossettFor34 is a winner for #oklaed. Thanks for being there for kids.

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3 #OklaEd @DossettFor34 @KatieHenke

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3 #OklaEd @HouseRogers @SenStanislawski

MrWilliamsOK Apr 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2) we've lost several T's @GWCarverMSTulsa fewer electives and can barely fulfill full myp requirements #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 - #OklaEd

aplank10 Apr 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: I don't remember a crisis in my hs but some are cutting to 4 day wks and employing unqualified ts. For some it is a backup job. #oklaed

Biobellrocks Apr 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: the continued attack on Science education is VERY concerning. We must have a responsible well educated and informed future. #oklaed

room20awesome Apr 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3 RSA...3rd grade retention... Let us facilitate learning...preparing for a test doesn't count. #oklaed

YLTO Apr 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A1 #oklaed pass legislation that lets communitys / counties change local rules without being penalized in funding formula

CoachGower Apr 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I wish there was an effective plan. Seeing way too many friends find other states. Hard to compete with our neighbors. #oklaed

In reply to @shawnhime

CoachStevenGoss Apr 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: A-F #oklaed

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: RSA for sure. I have a 3rd grader for whom that test poses no obstacle. Couldn’t imagine the stress if this was in question. #oklaed

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3b) HB 1114 by @HouseRogers was very important but it died in the senate. Teachers need a raise!! #oklaed

jerrywbogle Apr 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3) Elimination of EOI testing #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Q3 - #OklaEd

nancy_nwilliams Apr 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 I have no idea about anything they are addressing except the budget or lack there of. #oklaed

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I tell colleagues how bad it is there and they can't believe it #oklaed

nancope Apr 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 A - F is ridiculous in many ways #oklaed

EnidSchools Apr 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Join us as we celebrate EHS seniors who have chosen teaching as their future profession! We need them in our classrooms! #oklaed #epsproud

mcvay51 Apr 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2) I don't mind losing them to TX. What hurts is losing them to NM and ARK. That makes me puke. #oklaed

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Even kids who won't be affected feel the stress of #RSA...not good for any of our students. #oklaed

In reply to @allen_lehman

Mrs_McGaughy Apr 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 I moving to full time social studies next year after a decade in ELA. I'm excited, but would have done it without district need. #OklaEd

Lsooner2 Apr 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3) Grateful SB81 was defeated, suspending 3rd graders is a BAD idea #oklaed

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

There is so much that is wrong with this - no good for anyone's education. We all made it w/o taking that test. #Oklaed

kasnelson Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Just torcs me that 9 year olds are now the only ones subjects to HST. #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
  
  A3 #OklaEd @DossettFor34 @KatieHenke

KathySDunn Apr 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#oklaed I risked my fledgling career in 1979 to rally for smaller class size, again in 89-90. Guess what? It's still a critical need! #4kids

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 #OklaEd

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Too many ways to count, but: 1. Feds don't require, and 2. Measures poverty, not achievement. #oklaed

nancope Apr 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 A - F is ridiculous in many ways #oklaed

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Teachers in MA can't find jobs #oklaed

In reply to @MrWilliamsOK, @GWCarverMSTulsa

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

I missed the class in teacher training where they said testing 3rd grade on something high stakes was the way to "teach" children. #Oklaed

kasnelson Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Just torcs me that 9 year olds are now the only ones subjects to HST. #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
  
  A3 #OklaEd @DossettFor34 @KatieHenke

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q4 - #OklaEd

dena_rogers Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 - The bill that allows sped teachers to take the elem or early childhood test and add it to their certs. #oklaed

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Let's not forget the voucher bill that wasn't heard thanks to our Senate apples!! 🍎 #Oklaed

jennifer_lea_e Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

THANK YOU! My Jrs are gratefull and Srs are pissed! Srs have been told if they don't pass the USH EOI they won't graduate! 😕 #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3 #OklaEd @DossettFor34 @KatieHenke

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Exactly...the irony of holding our youngest students hostage for a test is malpractice. Parents should sue. #oklaed

In reply to @kasnelson

kasnelson Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

AMEN! #oklaed

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT
I missed the class in teacher training where they said testing 3rd grade on something high stakes was the way to "teach" children. #Oklaed
- kasnelson Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT
  
  Just torcs me that 9 year olds are now the only ones subjects to HST. #oklaed
  
  shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
  
  A3 #OklaEd @DossettFor34 @KatieHenke

lindahaslerreid Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

I agree; creates an environment of fear for Ss at testing time. As a student, I never feared testing. Our kiddos do. #oklaed

In reply to @ClaudiaSwisher, @allen_lehman

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

My 5ths come to me with RSA bad memories. So scared their 5th grade tests hold them back from middle school. So sad! #oklaed

JefferyCorbett Apr 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Yes--although I would rather get rid of high stakes altogether #oklaed #HSTisNotOK

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A3) Bill by Rep @KatieHenke to make 3rd grade retention teams permanent and delay LK. #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT
  
  Q3 - #OklaEd

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

educational accountability legislation we have has to do with politics, not what is best for children, unfortunately #oklaed

In reply to @TeachFromHere

lsmellott Apr 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

#oklaed A3: I like the individual career & college plan for each S. Ss need to have a plan to follow that mirrors a career choice.

PhynyxRising Apr 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

#OklaEd A1: Sorry. I did not mean to offend anyone! I need more than 140 ch to better explain.

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4) ESA legislation would be the most detrimental to #oklaed -taking $ out of the system is the complete opposite way to help Ss

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4 The one that waters down science. That would make us a bigger national joke than the 4 day weeks state leaders hate. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q4 - #OklaEd

coach57 Apr 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Thanks to OSSBA and other organizations not many detrimental bills left for #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q4 - #OklaEd

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@wfryer so dang #frustrating...#ugh #Oklaed

In reply to @amybbednarz, @MrWilliamsOK, @GWCarverMSTulsa, @wfryer

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4: Would I be too obtuse to say that it could be the budget document that is being drafted? 😬 #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q4 - #OklaEd

brainstormin Apr 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A4) I don't know if it is actually being considered, but rumor has it they plan to cap health ins. In exchange for "raise." #oklaed

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

I left Tulsa. Teachers and students are the losers all around. The kids deserve an education as any other state #oklaed

In reply to @mcvay51

king_of_chem Apr 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Also doesn't help that many of these SPED T's are over their caseload and get burnt out on paperwork #oklaed

In reply to @Lsooner2

macydg Apr 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A4) Not a piece of legislation currently, but I fear they will propose capping health insurance for teachers. That is not a raise! #oklaed

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

You mean the bill that would let someone teacher our children that dinosaurs are a myth? #oklaed

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A4 The one that waters down science. That would make us a bigger national joke than the 4 day weeks state leaders hate. #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT
  
  Q4 - #OklaEd

coach57 Apr 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Capping FBA(teacher insurance) would be a pay cut to teachers and is getting way to much traction #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q4 - #OklaEd

Lsooner2 Apr 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A4) the leg we haven't seen, MUST have a revenue generating bill for edu and other core state services! #oklaed

MrWilliamsOK Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4) The not stopping the triggers bills #oklaed #weneedrevenue

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q4 - #OklaEd

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

And average salary is high $60k #oklaed

In reply to @TeachFromHere, @MrWilliamsOK, @GWCarverMSTulsa, @wfryer

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4) SB731 which takes money away from #oklaed is heading to conference committee. #nobueno

In reply to @shawnhime

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

No, you'd be too spot on. #oklaed

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A4: Would I be too obtuse to say that it could be the budget document that is being drafted? 😬 #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT
  
  Q4 - #OklaEd

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4: I think the most detrimental is the legislation not being considered. #oklaed no light in sight at the end of this tunnel.

givepullorpitch Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4) Glad Breecheen's Science attack didn't survive #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q4 - #OklaEd

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I think the most important thing is lack of ability to find revenue to support anything #oklaed or any other necessary state isn't. #Oklaed

room20awesome Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I have RSA bad memories and I'm the teacher! #OklaEd

In reply to @KimberBlodgett

YLTO Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Noticeably missing from #oklaed chat? Much of anyone not in the industry

mcappsparks Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4 probably the science ed bill? Hard to choose--seems like there are so many. #oklaed

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Capping Ts' insurance and telling them it's a raise is like peeing on us and saying it's raining. #pardonTheCrudeness #oklaed

macydg Apr 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A4) Not a piece of legislation currently, but I fear they will propose capping health insurance for teachers. That is not a raise! #oklaed

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4) For the Record, I'd like to see the #OKleg put a 2 yr hiatus on #oklaed laws so they can see if their current laws are working

AndreaGorney Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

#OklaEd A4) Vouchers will harm Public Ed beyond measure. Goes against all that Public Ed stands for

kasnelson Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

One of my REAL 3rd graders letters to Santa. #disgusting #oklaed

In reply to @jenncruz3032

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4: The sciency non-science bill. Would make it relevant to show ancient aliens in #oklaed classrooms.

JefferyCorbett Apr 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT

It's absolutely ridiculous and should have never happened. @OKSENATEINFO @oksenategop @OKHouseofReps #okleg Are you listening? #oklaed

kasnelson Apr 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Just torcs me that 9 year olds are now the only ones subjects to HST. #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT
  
  A3 #OklaEd @DossettFor34 @KatieHenke

king_of_chem Apr 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT

That's easy, if another year passes and nothing is accomplished besides making more empty promises of mor funding #oklaed

In reply to @shawnhime

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Which industry? All are welcome to participate. This is a statewide issue :-) #oklaed

In reply to @YLTO

AlleyBeth Apr 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Public opinion may be with teachers, but are their votes? #OklaEd

blo1234 Apr 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Public opinion is with teachers. Don't let legs kick can down the road. Demand action #OklaEd

kriscoop80 Apr 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4: Vouchers! #oklaed

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT

And a total moratorium for any unfunded & underfunded mandates. Retroactively. Now. #oklaed

In reply to @James409Jason

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@lindahaslerreid @classofcruse Add me to the chorus of those disagreeing with you on this. 1/2 #OklaEd

In reply to @PhynyxRising, @lindahaslerreid, @classofcruse

dena_rogers Apr 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4 - why would districts list on websites vacant properties, is this an ad for thieves and vandals #oklaed (maybe not most detrimental)

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q4 - #OklaEd

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT

They're welcome to join. #oklaed

YLTO Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Noticeably missing from #oklaed chat? Much of anyone not in the industry

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q5 - #OklaEd

sulphurmiddle Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A-4. A-F will further kill public confidence. Bigger classes and fewer teachers will likely cause a grade drop. #oklaed

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4: It has to be the science bill. Really silly to open up scientific theory to interpretation by individual Ts. #oklaed

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@lindahaslerreid @classofcruse A college education is a must for every certified teacher in our state & nation. 2/2 #OklaEd

In reply to @PhynyxRising, @lindahaslerreid, @classofcruse

lsmellott Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

#oklaed A4: Waiting to the last minute to propose a budget so that we can get rid of the deficit; then, hopefully, focus back on education,

TurnerJoshuaD Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4: The fact that our legislature is currently meeting is detrimental to Oklahoma schools. #oklaed #oklaleg

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q4 - #OklaEd

CoachStevenGoss Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4: The continual lack of regard for education in the state. It is NOT a priority and this session has solidified that. #oklaed

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

I made 34K in Tulsa. One year later here in Boston I made $70k. Same job same responsibilities #oklaed.

In reply to @mcvay51

gmccortney Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

The version of the budget that doesn't have any additional revenue, thus resulting in another round of major cuts for our schools. #OklaEd

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q4 - #OklaEd

djthoreson Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4: I'm not sure - the science thing, vouchers, capping insurance for Ts, any additional cuts headed our way, so many options #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q4 - #OklaEd

nancope Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4 Vouchers this would hurt public education. #oklaed

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A good first step. Requiring all 3rd graders to read at the same level is like requiring all adults to be 5'10". Ain't gonna happen. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q5 - #OklaEd

AlleyBeth Apr 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Education isn't the only thing hurting. Fixing the revenue problem is good for ALL of OK. #OklaEd

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I think the most important thing is lack of ability to find revenue to support anything #oklaed or any other necessary state isn't. #Oklaed

PBerkenbile Apr 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

#oklaed Dr Phil Berkenbile, Morrison School Board Member

mcvay51 Apr 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4) "No man is safe while the legislature is in session" I fear anything that come when the clock is flagged. #oklaed

RhondaHarlow Apr 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

a4: The insurance cap is a growing concern! #OklaEd

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A5 #oklaed On a scale from 1-10, it's about a billion.

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q5 - #OklaEd

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

I find it really hard to believe at this point that legs really are concerned about the crisis this is #oklaed

In reply to @coach57

coach57 Apr 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Parent committee being permanent is of the utmost importance. If committee is permanent LK part is semantics #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q5 - #OklaEd

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

#oklaed Amen to this. Our state legislative budget process is highly undemocratic :-( https://t.co/CYVy0bMx7I

lsmellott Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

#oklaed A4: Waiting to the last minute to propose a budget so that we can get rid of the deficit; then, hopefully, focus back on education,

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A5) P cmte is essential, Ps must be our partners in educating #oklaed children; as long as LK Ss con't to get supports I am okay w/ it

jasonbengs Apr 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Who knew becoming an #oklaed T would be so Sisyphean in regards to the #okleg not the Ss.

In reply to @James409Jason

room20awesome Apr 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A5 It's an important step...but there's more to be done! #oklaed

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

This is a stomach punch. It's reality. It's pathetic. I hate that you left, but I get it. #oklaed

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

I made 34K in Tulsa. One year later here in Boston I made $70k. Same job same responsibilities #oklaed.
In reply to @mcvay51

watertankmath Apr 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Speaking of all this legislation talk, have any of you checked out https://t.co/wChbdXstzO to share thoughts with your reps? #oklaed

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

If the best we can get is a permanent parent - ok. This is a terrible bad no good political edu-bill. I HATE IT!! #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q5 - #OklaEd

nancope Apr 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A5 HUGE!!!! #oklaed

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I agree they are dormant; but they would have been devastating to #oklaed

In reply to @gmccortney

jenncruz3032 Apr 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A5, extremely important. Rs talk about local control, parents should be part of the retention decision along with teachers, not Legs #oklaed

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A5) Since teams have sunset, it's extremely important to get the parent's voice back into the decision. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q5 - #OklaEd

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4: Parent Committee permanency is HUGE. To argue against the right of a parent to fight for their child to pass 3rd grade is crazy. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q5 - #OklaEd

king_of_chem Apr 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Great point! We need a boost and not another kick! #oklaed

In reply to @sulphurmiddle

jasonbengs Apr 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT

You mean ancient aliens isn't a relevant source? #oklaed

In reply to @bridgestyler

kasnelson Apr 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A5: it's absolutely vital. Parents should ALWAYS be included in the retention conversation. ALWAYS. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q5 - #OklaEd

sherrydurkee Apr 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A5) Critical - lots of teachers and parents are counting on it. It will help with morale too! #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q5 - #OklaEd

dena_rogers Apr 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A5 - important that S’s receive supports in Reading, but where is the funding to back the language? “intensive services & support" #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q5 - #OklaEd

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5: delay. I hate that word. LK students. No they're just my kids. You don't get to label them limited knowledge after a test. #oklaed

brainstormin Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Legislators are not concerned. My rep--an "apple"--voted no to providing a funding stream for a teacher raise. #oklaed

collums_dawn Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5) billion squared #oklaed

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT
A5 #oklaed On a scale from 1-10, it's about a billion.
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
  
  Q5 - #OklaEd

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5 Considering the possibility that Ss could be retained for having a bad day on testing day — seems ludicrous not to. #oklaed

mcvay51 Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5) unless you like to see vomit and nervous breakdowns by 8 yr olds it's huge. Gives kids real adult advocates. #oklaed

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Who knew I would get a great vocabulary lesson in tonight's #OklaEd chat?! :-)

In reply to @jasonbengs, @James409Jason

watertankmath Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Yeah but now you probably use the word 'wicked' in every sentence you speak!:-) sorry just had to say it:-) #oklaed

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

I made 34K in Tulsa. One year later here in Boston I made $70k. Same job same responsibilities #oklaed.
In reply to @mcvay51

jlreed2011 Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4) SB29 would be detrimental b/c much can happen in 12 months. #oklaed

wyattpoer17 Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Being a high school senior pursuing a degree in education is scary and a decision people tell you not to make. This should not be. #oklaed

In reply to @shawnhime

lindahaslerreid Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

We're aware Ts insur benefits r already below that of other State employees, right? State employee insurance covers entire family #oklaed

In reply to @James409Jason

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

And to retain Ss, knowing they have not received intense remediation makes us complicit in malpractice. #oklaed

In reply to @dena_rogers

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4 Thanks to House and Senate leadership most bad #OklaEd bills are gone @jonechols @HouseRogers @SenStanislawski @smalley101 @scottcmartin

king_of_chem Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Sadly you're right, the status quo is quickly becoming the "Oklahoma Standard" #oklaed

In reply to @TurnerJoshuaD

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Which is wicked appropriate if you live in Beantown! #oklaed

watertankmath Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Yeah but now you probably use the word 'wicked' in every sentence you speak!:-) sorry just had to say it:-) #oklaed
- amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
  
  I made 34K in Tulsa. One year later here in Boston I made $70k. Same job same responsibilities #oklaed.
  In reply to @mcvay51

RhondaHarlow Apr 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q5: With new standards, a new test, & pending cut scores, it's the nicest thing the legislatures can do. Not the best but a start! #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q5 - #OklaEd

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@DossettFor34 thank you for what you do senator #oklaed. You're presence is appreciated

HustedKelly Apr 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Funny how legs want Ps to have "choice" w/vouchers but not when it comes to RSA. #oklaed

kasnelson Apr 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A5: it's absolutely vital. Parents should ALWAYS be included in the retention conversation. ALWAYS. #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
  
  Q5 - #OklaEd

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Good grief! Not all kids learn the same and not all kids test the same. We all know this yet we want to hold the ones back. #oklaed

JefferyCorbett Apr 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5 - Nothing is more important than Ts and Ps having a voice in the decision of retention. A test doesn't know the child. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q5 - #OklaEd

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A6 $86.6Million 2017 #OklaEd Budget Cuts

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

I find this mind-boggling. #oklaed

lindahaslerreid Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

We're aware Ts insur benefits r already below that of other State employees, right? State employee insurance covers entire family #oklaed
In reply to @James409Jason

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

I hadn't thought of that! Now I won't sleep tonight. Thanks. LOL #OklaEd

In reply to @gmccortney

jasonbengs Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A5 So #okleg is for parent voice when it comes to vouchers, but not when it comes to 3rd graders? Anyone else see a conflict? #oklaed

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

See I was just going to observe. Dang it! I always have to speak up for my kids! #OklaEd

dena_rogers Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

don’t forget not all brains actually develop at the same rate it’s a scientific fact. S’s develop & catch up differently #oklaed

In reply to @ClaudiaSwisher

OklaEd - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

#oklaed outcomes with new cut scores have not been student friendly

RhondaHarlow Apr 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Q5: With new standards, a new test, & pending cut scores, it's the nicest thing the legislatures can do. Not the best but a start! #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
  
  Q5 - #OklaEd

jennifer_lea_e Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

The anti-science bill is very concerning! How can our S be scientifically-literate if some science teachers teach pseudoscience? #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q4 - #OklaEd

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Don't forget Speaker @charles_mccall3 and Rep @leslieosborn1 this session has really given me hope!! #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4 Thanks to House and Senate leadership most bad #OklaEd bills are gone @jonechols @HouseRogers @SenStanislawski @smalley101 @scottcmartin

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A6) Budget cuts are forcing my Ts to do more with less and less. It is frustrating and causing Ts to look at other professions #OklaEd

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

"Tasks that are both laborious and futile are therefore described as Sisyphean" via @jasonbengs #OklaEd https://t.co/zBUyBg6091

kriscoop80 Apr 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A6: Class sizes, funding for athletics and extra curricular activities. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A6 #oklaed bigger classes, fewer electives, reduced funding for activities, teachers and principals leaving faster than ever

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

kellianglley Apr 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Class sizes increased. Not able to provide more elective opportunities. Reduced pool of Ts to pull from. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

It angers me so much. I have friends there struggling to work 2 jobs. I was shocked when I found that out #oklaed

mcvay51 Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

This is the tweet of the night. If this doesn't crack valentines across OK it's because people aren't paying attention.
In reply to @amybbednarz

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Absolutely. The 'gift of time' is support and opportunities. NOT automatic retention. #oklaed

In reply to @dena_rogers

sherrydurkee Apr 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A6) Less teachers, support, admin. Asking folks to shoulder more. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

coach57 Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#cpsreds down $330,000 and expecting another $250K. Still keeping cuts away from students #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

HustedKelly Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Everything is on the table and I mean everything. Reduction of everything including a school day #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

The students are impacted because of the work load on the faculty. Our faculty advise our students + teach + prof duty = overworked #Oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

collums_dawn Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6) My school that has been open 80 years this year was almost closed 😡 #oklaed

king_of_chem Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Wow, strong statement. #oklaed

In reply to @wyattpoer17, @shawnhime

TurnerJoshuaD Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6: Class sizes have grown, cut our auto-tech program, filling positions from within the best we can. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

dena_rogers Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6 - T’s have bigger classes, fewer resources, and larger expectations. Quality T’s and Admin are getting out. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

SappingtonTony Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#oklaed It's called a political agenda! That is what is and has been so wrong with our state for a long time...

jasonbengs Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A5 So #okleg is for parent voice when it comes to vouchers, but not when it comes to 3rd graders? Anyone else see a conflict? #oklaed

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Anyone else in #oklaed see the tweet about the Spanish T being let go and foreign language programs being cut? Sad

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6: went to the 4 day week. That was bc of budget cuts not for T retention. #OklaEd

bakerleft Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6: Every year departments trade off being short a T, sometimes two. Next year it's Social Studies turn. More preps, more stress. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

JefferyCorbett Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Would you tweet this daily...hourly?!!?! #oklaed

HustedKelly Apr 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Funny how legs want Ps to have "choice" w/vouchers but not when it comes to RSA. #oklaed
- kasnelson Apr 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT
  
  A5: it's absolutely vital. Parents should ALWAYS be included in the retention conversation. ALWAYS. #oklaed
  
  shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT
  
  Q5 - #OklaEd

brainstormin Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6) We have lost teachers and class options. My spirits are down as I anticipate what loss my students will have to absorb next. #oklaed

kennethdward Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6 continues to make #oklaed a less & less viable option for our current T's much less future T's.

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6 Class sizes, outdated textbooks, custodians every other day. I can’t complain. I suspect that I have it better than most. #oklaed

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A6) Recruiment and retention of teachers seems much harder than ever. #oklaed

AlleyBeth Apr 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

No, it shouldn't be at all! Don't burn them out on the profession before they even get a chance to enter the profession. #OklaEd

wyattpoer17 Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Being a high school senior pursuing a degree in education is scary and a decision people tell you not to make. This should not be. #oklaed
In reply to @shawnhime

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Also shocking was we had outside volunteers proctor state exams. That was shocking as well #oklaed

lindahaslerreid Apr 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A6 At times I feel as much a fundraiser as an educator. Thank God for solid community support @jenksps #oklaed

JefferyCorbett Apr 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A6: What's an elective? Student inspiration has left the building. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

jenncruz3032 Apr 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A6) Fewer class options, fewer T's, less resources for classes, low morale, frustrated Ts, Ss, and Ps. #oklaed

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Next year I will be at a 5 day school again so that T retention plan didn't work. #OklaEd

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

#oklaed So thankful to see so many Oklahoma school superintendents in our chat tonight. Thank you so much for your continued leadership!

Biobellrocks Apr 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6: Cuts require prioritizing lab activities, shortage of consumables, picking and choosing cool vs. necessary activities. Ss lose. #oklaed

mcappsparks Apr 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Let me count the ways...losing Ts, huge classes, losing electives, buying own supplies, no transportation for S groups... #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

fsolomon3 Apr 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

"So you are saying T pay would have to be raised for insurance benefits to equal that of other state employees and legislators?" #oklaed

lindahaslerreid Apr 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

We're aware Ts insur benefits r already below that of other State employees, right? State employee insurance covers entire family #oklaed
In reply to @James409Jason

pamhuston Apr 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A2 - #oklaed At least stop waiting until last min so we aren't scrambling to figure out who needs to be retained & get us scores b4 Oct...

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q5 - #OklaEd

kasnelson Apr 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6: On top of larger class sizes, we've gone most of the year without getting subs. Means Ts or admin cover absent Ts classes #Oklaed

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

The only real difference is housing and gas. Everything else is pretty comparable. #oklaed. I live comfortably on my salary here

In reply to @TeachFromHere, @mcvay51

AndreaGorney Apr 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

#OklaEd we have to limit everything do and we are so fortunate to have such a terrific SPO, those that dont-Ss suffer

nancope Apr 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6 Budget cuts are creating a snowball that rolls over everything in sight Larger class size reduction in staff and cutting courses #oklaed

saul02_terry Apr 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6 Budget cuts have made every aspect of school stressful for everyone involved Famlies, Ss, Ts, Support employees n Ts! STRESSFUL! #oklaed

ballouberry Apr 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

.A5: To base retention on 1 outcome vs. an entire school year's (prev. years') worth of benchmarks & data is INSANE #bigpicture #oklaed

OSSBAoklahoma Apr 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Here is the district-by-district breakdown of cuts so far #oklaed https://t.co/HQSGfndLJZ

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A6 $86.6Million 2017 #OklaEd Budget Cuts

KathySDunn Apr 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6: Perhaps greatest impact is in morale. We've rallied together 2 many times 2 make it thru a bad time & the good time never came. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

king_of_chem Apr 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Many T's take on stipends for extra pay, that only increase T burn out and frustration #oklaed

In reply to @James409Jason

AlleyBeth Apr 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Same where I'm currently teaching. #OklaEd

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6: went to the 4 day week. That was bc of budget cuts not for T retention. #OklaEd

bakerleft Apr 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A6b: Ts who need to be encouraged are instead discouraged and their professionalism is thereby effected. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

PhynyxRising Apr 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

#OklaEd A6: Inflated cost for extracurricular activities. Recycle as much as possible. Caps on participation.

djthoreson Apr 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A6: Textbooks ageing, desks with ruts, low morale... #oklaed My district has done a pretty good job of not letting it affect Ss a bunch yet

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

@jasonbengs But we are not alone. This is happening nationwide & manifesting itself here in our state as well #OklaEd

In reply to @SappingtonTony, @jasonbengs

mcvay51 Apr 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A6) We built our budget for 17-18 on 500 less per pupil on the formula than a decade ago. Our enrollment is 600 Ss above then. BOOM #oklaed

ChadChadcwm Apr 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5- informed parents should be part of the collaboration process. #oklaed

shetherington13 Apr 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A6: It all adds up to frustration for all! #oklaed

michale_gentry Apr 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Ughh. Not fair to anyone. I had 28 3rd graders last year, can't imagine 1st!! #Oklaed

In reply to @room20awesome, @OSSBAoklahoma

lsmellott Apr 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

#oklaed A6: Since 2008, this crisis that we are in now has been a perfect storm. Demeaning a profession has led us to this point.

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

no, can you share that one? #oklaed

In reply to @James409Jason

gmccortney Apr 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Happy to give you more worries. It will take Ds and Rs coming together to make a budget that doesn't hurt #oklaed. So far no movement.

In reply to @James409Jason

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A7 #OklaEd Investment Gap - Per Pupil Expenditure

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 #OklaEd

RhondaHarlow Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Increased classes -- lessening electives -- outdated textbooks (though leaning on OERs and digital resources -- ty @OSSBAoklahoma ) #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

This frustrates me to no end. Science without labs isn't science. Discovery is what makes scientists! #oklaed

Biobellrocks Apr 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6: Cuts require prioritizing lab activities, shortage of consumables, picking and choosing cool vs. necessary activities. Ss lose. #oklaed

room20awesome Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

YES!! #oklaed

dena_rogers Apr 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A6 - T’s have bigger classes, fewer resources, and larger expectations. Quality T’s and Admin are getting out. #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
  
  Q6 - #OklaEd

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

We are not talking about this enough! Many #okleg don't even know how much #oklaed has been cut just this year.

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A6 $86.6Million 2017 #OklaEd Budget Cuts

AndreaGorney Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Yes, Ts need to have pay raise and NOT have benefits reduced #OklaEd @fsolomon3

In reply to @fsolomon3, @fsolomon3

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

If you need me, I'll be in the corner, quietly weeping for what could have been. #oklaed

gmccortney Apr 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Happy to give you more worries. It will take Ds and Rs coming together to make a budget that doesn't hurt #oklaed. So far no movement.
In reply to @James409Jason

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A7 #OklaEd

Lsooner2 Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q6) not being able to hire positions to support S's w Disabilities. No funding for AT. #oklaed

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Wow #oklaed

In reply to @michale_gentry, @room20awesome, @OSSBAoklahoma

jcbjr Apr 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT

How can these Q6 answers not impact all legislators and impact every citizen's determination to convert legislators??? #oklaed

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Not a good recipe for job satisfaction and continuity in our classrooms... 🙁#oklaed

In reply to @shetherington13

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT

#oklaed

KyleneBeers Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Hope you'll join our Twitter chat about #DisruptingThinking on Wed May 3 8:30 pm ET, @mariamartella!

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A7) We have to stop giving our individual tax income away to corporations who are making millions in profit & reside out of state #OklaEd

SappingtonTony Apr 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT

#oklaed What happens in 5-8 years when all of the babyboomers have retired and there are no graduating students to hire as teachers?

kennethdward Apr 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Less reliance on text books might be the only positive result. #oklaed

RhondaHarlow Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT
Increased classes -- lessening electives -- outdated textbooks (though leaning on OERs and digital resources -- ty @OSSBAoklahoma ) #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
  
  Q6 - #OklaEd

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A6) I have also noticed more bus issues and delays than ever before this year. It's constant. #oklaed

In reply to @shawnhime

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A7 So many plans already: gross production, fuel tax, reversing some credits and incentives for businesses #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 #OklaEd

bakerleft Apr 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A7: Progressive taxation #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 #OklaEd

SteveMaier_ Apr 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A7 Begin by looking at how other states have solved some of these same issues. Build a model for #oklaed that's appropriate & attanable

In reply to @shawnhime

sulphurmiddle Apr 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q-6. We are absorbing positions, increasing class sizes, shortchanging kids, and sabotaging Oklahoma's future. #OklaEd

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

room20awesome Apr 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A6 Custodial staff...so important & I miss having them vacuum my class every day! But they let me borrow their high powered vacuum! #Oklaed

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

We need to push for an earlier presentation of the state budget so real debate & negotiation can happen #oklaed

In reply to @gmccortney, @James409Jason

djthoreson Apr 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A7: From what I've learned, the #SaveOurState budget looks promising... Also, quit cutting taxes! Corps can do their part. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 #OklaEd

ShelbyJr3 Apr 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

The morale!! Oomph we are on the struggle bus 🚌👩🏻‍🏫#oklaed

KathySDunn Apr 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT
A6: Perhaps greatest impact is in morale. We've rallied together 2 many times 2 make it thru a bad time & the good time never came. #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT
  
  Q6 - #OklaEd

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A7: A dedicated revenue source through a variety of possible revenue sources. Reform outdated tax structure, eliminate tax credits. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 #OklaEd

coach57 Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

T pay increase of $1000 for 10 years #oklaed still needs to increase the max to $70K so high school students are encouraged to become Ts

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 #OklaEd

dena_rogers Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

a7 - this is not my area of expertise, but like anything that needs improvement, find a state that is successful and COPY them #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 #OklaEd

macydg Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Increasing revenue so the state is responsibly funding core services is the only answer. #oklaed

Biobellrocks Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Don't worry, we science teachers are pretty creative! It's amazing how much you can do with nothing #oklaed

In reply to @grendelrick

emorybryan Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

In Locust Grove the 4 day week started as a plan to recruit new teachers. It worked, and then they got the test scores. #oklaed

emorybryan Apr 28 @ 1:41 PM EDT

Surprise result of 4 day week in Locust Grove, where they didn't do it for the $ from the start. https://t.co/p9m4dPqSSi @newson6 #oklaed

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Look at diversifying our state tax structure. Continuous revenue from multiple places. Everyone pays their part for our state #Oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 #OklaEd

AndreaGorney Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

#OklaEd A7) Large oil/gas corps want to stop their tax cuts-we MUST give this money back to schools! Is Gov.Fallon considering???

lindahaslerreid Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A7 Remember SQ 779? Best plan? Maybe not, but it was a plan. We need new revenue sources, not tax cuts or credits #oil&gascanhelp #oklaed

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Lol sorry but you guys deserve so so much more. It's not seen as a urgent and necessary and important to have an educated society #oklaed

In reply to @mcvay51, @TeachFromHere

blo1234 Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Funding plan must include re-set on Oil and Gas Taxes. 5% across the board generates $206,000,000 at $50 Oil. #OklaEd

In reply to @shawnhime

ShelbyJr3 Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

I just need to know, have you been an educator or admin? #oklaed

In reply to @PhynyxRising

ChadChadcwm Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6- the Ss aren't getting the quality education that they deserve #oklaed

ballouberry Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

.A7: Teacher Compensation = loan forgiveness How long does it take entry level Ts to pay off loans @ the min. payment schedule? #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 #OklaEd

mcappsparks Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A7 it has to be part of a larger revamping of the state economic foundation. the whole budget must be reconstructed at this point. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 #OklaEd

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A7 -- let's raise O&G taxes to regional average...and stop the income tax cuts. Before we raise fees on working poor. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 #OklaEd

room20awesome Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Our 3rd grade classes are sitting at 31 Ss per class. #oklaed

In reply to @michale_gentry, @OSSBAoklahoma

aimeegarrett5 Apr 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A7: restructure the tax system #oklaed

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

What happens when people quit smoking...this revenue get smaller right? #Oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A7 #OklaEd

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A7 Is it Pollyanna of me to hope that someday large corporate stakeholders somehow start feeling responsibility to contribute? #oklaed

CoachStevenGoss Apr 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Q6: Larger class sizes, less electives, less tutoring and student activities #oklaed

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

We must stop celebrating the ideology of being selfish & minimizing the costs of living in a great state - Fund core services first #OklaEd

TurnerJoshuaD Apr 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A7: I say we put legislatures on a performance base pay = save millions. End tax cuts until budget is balanced. #oklaed #oklaleg

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 #OklaEd

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

#oklaed A7 We need to compare our state taxation rates for corporations (including oil & gas) to states like North Dakota. And adjust...

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Wow even State Auditor Gary Jones joined us tonight!! Welcome @blo1234 #oklaed

blo1234 Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Funding plan must include re-set on Oil and Gas Taxes. 5% across the board generates $206,000,000 at $50 Oil. #OklaEd
In reply to @shawnhime

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

@deborahgist I miss you on #oklaed

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A7: oil and gas for starters. #OklaEd

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A7 answer to self: absolutely. :-( #oklaed

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

My favorite tweet of the night!! #oklaed

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

We must stop celebrating the ideology of being selfish & minimizing the costs of living in a great state - Fund core services first #OklaEd

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

That would e a good thing. Heath care cost would go down. #OklaEd

In reply to @TeachFromHere

kriscoop80 Apr 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7: We need to redo all of Oklahoma budget and stop giving cuts to large corporations. #oklaed

givepullorpitch Apr 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Bellmon's HB1017 in the 90s made a lot of progress. Nothing since then. Lost the gross production contribution from it with reductio #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 #OklaEd

jlreed2011 Apr 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7) Partner with communities to find services that can help educate our students and bring non-profit funds to schools. #oklaed

SteveMaier_ Apr 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

We need to populate teacher ed programs with our graduating HS Ss now to navigate what's ahead #oklaed

SappingtonTony Apr 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT

#oklaed What happens in 5-8 years when all of the babyboomers have retired and there are no graduating students to hire as teachers?

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Glad to see the Future Governor of OK in this chat with us. Thank you @blo1234 #OklaEd

blo1234 Apr 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Funding plan must include re-set on Oil and Gas Taxes. 5% across the board generates $206,000,000 at $50 Oil. #OklaEd
In reply to @shawnhime

AndreaGorney Apr 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

#OklaEd A7) Do research, see what works in other states, do d ways to element and support similar structure in OK. Look at data!

RhondaHarlow Apr 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7: Along with diverse, sustainable revenue sources, Oklahoma must stop practicing corporate welfare #oklaed #investintheclassroom

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 #OklaEd

brainstormin Apr 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7. Elect Democrats. #oklaed

lsmellott Apr 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

#oklaed A7: The focus should be on the health insurance cost. I am paying more for three people, double, than I was back in 2006 for 7.

ShelbyJr3 Apr 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

What happens when people quit smoking? Or go to Arkansas to buy them... #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A7 #OklaEd

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Pay more taxes on gas. It's not that bad or much more #oklaed

In reply to @mcappsparks

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

No, that is the center of gravity. That is the number one issue I think we can only address with a populist movement #oklaed

In reply to @allen_lehman

phhscience Apr 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6. Larger class size, less spent on Ss, smaller salaries for Tt #oklaed

shetherington13 Apr 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7: When we get a new revenue source, add it to the budget instead of keeping the bottom line the same! #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A7: Stop giving $ away before the business comes. If they're successfully creating jobs & spurring the econ, then give them a break. #oklaed

1ShirleneMT Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

#oklaed I haven't calculated mine out because I'm afraid of what the number will be. I betting 20+ years

In reply to @ballouberry

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Yes! Corporations have enjoyed welfare for too long. Time to contribute! #oklaed

RhondaHarlow Apr 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A7: Along with diverse, sustainable revenue sources, Oklahoma must stop practicing corporate welfare #oklaed #investintheclassroom
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT
  
  Q7 #OklaEd

CoachStevenGoss Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q7: Common sense cutbacks on the subsidies and tax exemptions for oil and gas companies, small fuel tax & sin tax increase #oklaed

jcbjr Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

#oklaed A7: How about passing an oil profits tax assigned solely to education and equal to state oil subsidies???

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 #OklaEd

jennifer_lea_e Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Class sizes are up, class options are down, positions absorbed, science without labs! And it's GOING TO GET WORSE! #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6 - #OklaEd

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

My district just started merit pay for next year #oklaed

In reply to @TurnerJoshuaD

SappingtonTony Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Just like a business, #oklaed must start competing! #compete #economics

OSSBAoklahoma Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Thank you for joining tonight #oklaed

gmccortney Apr 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Greg McCortney, State Senator District 13. #oklaed

michale_gentry Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

I am so sorry. That is inexcusable. #oklaed

In reply to @room20awesome, @OSSBAoklahoma

kellianglley Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

They need to come to our schools and spend a day in our classrooms. Not just a 15 minute photo-op. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I have a @wgu classmate in VA with a D gov who is cutting like mad. Education should transcend partisanship. #oklaed

brainstormin Apr 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7. Elect Democrats. #oklaed

McDonaldClay Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A8: With our vote in 2018 #oklaed

mcappsparks Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Maybe corps could sponsor districts like they do facilities? We could have Cox OKCPS, Williams TPS, etc. Only joking a little... #oklaed

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7) there needs to be sunsets on the tax incentives/credits given to industries. They should never last indefinitely wo review. #oklaed

In reply to @shawnhime

OSSBAoklahoma Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Thank you for participating tonight #oklaed

MontgomeryOK62 Apr 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

John Michael Montgomery, State Rep. from Lawton. #OklaEd

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A8 They've already heard it. Some are trying to help. Some want credit more than progress. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

USD480BOEMember Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Teachers in @OklaEd, want paid a competitive salary & have great benefits? Checkout @USD480, we are hiring! #oklaed🍎

kennethdward Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A8 very very hard to do. Amazing what can be accomplished when no one cares who gets credit! #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

coach57 Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

We have to tell our stories and encourage everyone to put Kids first #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

ShelbyJr3 Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

That's what I said!! Great minds.... #oklaed

In reply to @TeachFromHere

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A8) I don't see how reducing gov't services to where people's civil rights are being denied - It is not a conservative principal #oklaed

dena_rogers Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A8 - 2 years ago @joy4ok spent time in classrooms at my school The legislators should be required to spend hours in schools annually #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

lindahaslerreid Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

"Like" x 1 million #oklaed

In reply to @shawnhime

jenncruz3032 Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7) Diversify rather than only rely on oil and gas. Tax corps instead of the poor #oklaed

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

That is absolutely NOT right. We should not stand for this as taxpayers & citizens #oklaed

In reply to @room20awesome, @michale_gentry, @OSSBAoklahoma

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A8: my students don't belong to a pol party. They just want an education from a respected teacher. Stop the BS and do what's right! #OklaEd

blo1234 Apr 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Get Republicans and Democrats to come to an agreement and announce that this is about our kids and grandkids future, not politics! #OklaEd

In reply to @shawnhime

Lsooner2 Apr 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A7) As a P and a tax payer, everyone needs to do their fair share, that includes oil/gas co. I buy your d@mn gas, do your part! #oklaed

AndreaGorney Apr 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

#OklaEd A8) Our Ss deserve the best. This is a matter of educating children and supporting T's. This is not a red or blue issue!

room20awesome Apr 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A8 We continue to come together with a unified voice...don't vote based on party, vote based on what it best for our state. #oklaed

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A8: My 2nd grader & 3 yr old aren't registered R or D. They just want/need to learn everything they can & love their state. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

macydg Apr 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A8) We have to elect leaders who don't just say they care about students, but whose votes speak louder than their words. #oklaed

SappingtonTony Apr 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

How do you propose we do that? Inform them of their starting salary of 31,600? #oklaed I'm with you but that wont be easy...

In reply to @SteveMaier_

pamhuston Apr 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

And if they leave earlier than they agreed to, they pay the taxes back at the reg rate... #OklaEd

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A7: Stop giving $ away before the business comes. If they're successfully creating jobs & spurring the econ, then give them a break. #oklaed

CoachStevenGoss Apr 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Q8: It is the basis of democracy that an educated electorate is necessary for continual growth and prosperity. #oklaed

deborahgist Apr 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

I'm lurking! Appreciate your contributions and am glad you are still fighting for Oklahoma teachers and students. #oklaed

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

@deborahgist I miss you on #oklaed

TurnerJoshuaD Apr 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A8: Continue to vote them out regardless of party until they fix the problem. #oklaed #oklaleg

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

mickedwards7 Apr 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A7: We need to finally start looking past surviving next year and build a future for our schools. Quick fix isn't the answer! #oklaed

mcvay51 Apr 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A8) Ask them to read the OK Constitution? Plainly says its their responsibility. No parties are mentioned in that clause. #oklaed

djthoreson Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A8: If we contact both regularly, they'll probably understand that! #oklaed I'm neither, but glad when either helps!

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

sherrydurkee Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A8) By focusing on solutions and having insightful conversations. Share the reality of the district impact. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

jasonbengs Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A8 It has to be personal before they will change. That is the only the first #RSA exceptions came about, it impacted their Ss #oklaed

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

This! #oklaed

mickedwards7 Apr 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A7: We need to finally start looking past surviving next year and build a future for our schools. Quick fix isn't the answer! #oklaed

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A8) we have to stop making it partisan ourselves and build relationships on both sides. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Yes absolutely, but doesn't the governor only present the budget 1 day before the end of the session? This must change #oklaed

In reply to @mcappsparks

collums_dawn Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Well said! #oklaed

CoachStevenGoss Apr 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Q8: It is the basis of democracy that an educated electorate is necessary for continual growth and prosperity. #oklaed

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Children are political pawns - Education isn't a Political Issue - lets put ideology aside for the sake of our future #OklaEd

nancope Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A8 Good luck with that happening They can't even do that at the national level!! #oklaed

kriscoop80 Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A8: Dear @okleg, I invite you to my classroom for one week. See my financial struggles. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

We like to hear from you #oklaed

In reply to @deborahgist

lsmellott Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

#oklaed A8: I don't care if you are Republican or Democrat. It's time to stand up for what is right even though we may be standing alone.

gmccortney Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Sorry, need you out of the corner and ensuring that both sides keep their promises to fix #oklaed instead of trying to win gov. race in 2018

In reply to @ClaudiaSwisher

mcappsparks Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Definitely has to come from people other than educators--many have made it clear that our opinions are not important. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

phhscience Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

#7 Get rid of the number of overly paid administrators #oklaed

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

@KennedyAPR @James409Jason thanks! #oklaed

In reply to @OSSBAoklahoma, @KennedyAPR, @James409Jason

fsolomon3 Apr 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Or be sold or transferred! #oklaed

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7) there needs to be sunsets on the tax incentives/credits given to industries. They should never last indefinitely wo review. #oklaed
In reply to @shawnhime

KennedyAPR Apr 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

AQ8 we have done it b4, must create story of ownership and keep momentum moving. #myOKfuture #oklaed

In reply to @shawnhime

MontgomeryOK62 Apr 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A7 Beyond great book of revenue raising/spending cut pitches that resolve this year's budget, we need a long term financial plan 1/ #OklaEd

bakerleft Apr 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A8: Too many Republicans are reformers hell bent on dismantling public ed. OK public schools are being starved out of existence. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Hey #okleg, this is part of the problem! They know where to come for good Ts that want better pay. They come to #oklaed to recruit!

USD480BOEMember Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Teachers in @OklaEd, want paid a competitive salary & have great benefits? Checkout @USD480, we are hiring! #oklaed🍎

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Sadly true. #oklaed

mcappsparks Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Definitely has to come from people other than educators--many have made it clear that our opinions are not important. #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
  
  Q8 #OklaEd

jlreed2011 Apr 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A8) Look at their children and ask do they form their political choice solely based on parental choice or informed decisions #oklaed

scottok16 Apr 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

#oklaed

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Haha!! Will wipe my eyes, and come up tomorrow to see you all. #oklaed.

In reply to @gmccortney

brainstormin Apr 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A8. We need to make sure that there is not one party that has a super majority so both sides have to compromise:must elect more Dems #oklaed

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

I would hope they knew this already #oklaed

In reply to @mcappsparks

Biobellrocks Apr 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Me Too!!! Come play in my lab with my awesome kids and you will see what challenges we face and overcome! #oklaed #okleg

kriscoop80 Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A8: Dear @okleg, I invite you to my classroom for one week. See my financial struggles. #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
  
  Q8 #OklaEd

dena_rogers Apr 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

I have thought that for years, and they should pay for their certifications to be renewed, and be on our same health plan #oklaed

In reply to @onthebrutesquad, @joy4ok

ChadChadcwm Apr 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Some of these possibilities seem to make things tougher on citizens ex gas tax, etc while others make it tougher on the wealthy #oklaed

In reply to @shawnhime

StaceyRman Apr 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A:8 We are also trying to get them to join our efforts to graduate 100%. More HS grads = better state economy. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

We ran for office. We have parents down there. We rally. We have retired teachers...what else can we do? #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

mcappsparks Apr 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

That just doesn't make sense to me...for people who want "to run education like a business," that seems like a poor way to manage. #oklaed

In reply to @wfryer

JefferyCorbett Apr 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

.@OklahomaPTA you can be a huge part of making this happen! Stakeholders (voters) matter. It starts with a Q--so ask them!! #oklaed

kellianglley Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
They need to come to our schools and spend a day in our classrooms. Not just a 15 minute photo-op. #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
  
  Q8 #OklaEd

friEdTechnology Apr 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Thanks Vanessa! I love my Oklahoma Educator friends in Tulsa, Norman, & Pond Creek-Hunter! #friedfan #oklaed

In reply to @vperezy

Lsooner2 Apr 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A8) Tell them the Kids sent you!!! #oklaed

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

amen #oklaed

In reply to @coach57

MyRotert Apr 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A7) Education tax bill that would be a flat percentage and would dictate all funds go to k12 and in addition to current fund level. #oklaed

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

V-O-T-E #oklaed. Every election.

In reply to @TeachFromHere

givepullorpitch Apr 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

The hostility toward #oklaed in comments of editorials reflect too many voters and elected officials feelings. Don't blame young Ts for exit

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

We should do away w/the concept a POL has to support 100% of my issues 100% of the time or I will try to punish them w/ social media #OklaEd

RhondaHarlow Apr 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A8: By reminding them that a thriving and productive society is an educated and healthy society! #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

MontgomeryOK62 Apr 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A7 Rev. raising/cuts only work for a year or two; does not protect from economic downturn. 2/ #OklaEd

ballouberry Apr 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

.A8: Shouldn't we (all parties) be working toward schools that THRIVE not merely SURVIVE year to year? #rhetorical #leaveyourlegacy #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Hopefully they will balance the burden. #OklaEd

In reply to @ChadChadcwm

ShelbyJr3 Apr 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Some of your answers are unsettling but maybe it's just being misread through twitter #oklaed

In reply to @PhynyxRising

YLTO Apr 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

its plain alright, but #oklaed has morphed it into way more than it was 100 years ago too.

In reply to @mcvay51

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A8 One conversation from ten thousand people will make a far impact than ten thousand conversations from a hundred people…. #oklaed

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

If local school boards would eliminate all non-instructional activities - perhaps then they would listen? #Oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

SteveMaier_ Apr 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Also, networking and communities like this one (#oklaed) offer a sense of belonging/support that is lacking in other careers

In reply to @SappingtonTony

bakerleft Apr 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A8b: I'm with @BlueCerealEduc on this. We should stop pretending that many OKlegs care about #oklaed at all. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

aplank10 Apr 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A7: The .01 addition to sales tax was an idea that would have at least helped. We can pull funding from other places though. #oklaed

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A8) We also need to express to Legislators to focus on our state and not their party right now. #oklaed

In reply to @shawnhime

michale_gentry Apr 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

I'm sorry and I understand. My own child (4th) has been in a large class every year of her public education. Makes me so 😪#oklaed.

In reply to @ballouberry, @room20awesome, @OSSBAoklahoma

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q9 #OklaEd

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

We have to stop making this a bipartisan issue and work together to solve this. It's like you're putting a bandaid on a broken leg #oklaed

In reply to @bakerleft

SweetenCarrie Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

#oklaed it is a matter of consistently contacting legislators until they have to respond

jcbjr Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

#oklaed A8: Is there any possible reason this is NOT obvious to anyone - even politicians???? Who says convincing will change votes????

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

dena_rogers Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Education can’t be a business, not about goods or services, about humans, children. There is no quality control measure for students #oklaed

mcappsparks Apr 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

That just doesn't make sense to me...for people who want "to run education like a business," that seems like a poor way to manage. #oklaed
In reply to @wfryer

AlleyBeth Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Yes! I'm so frustrated because what else can we DO? Talk can only go so far. #OklaEd

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT
We ran for office. We have parents down there. We rally. We have retired teachers...what else can we do? #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
  
  Q8 #OklaEd

jasonbengs Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

It doesn't help that the TV Media advertise the #TXED job fairs #oklaed

In reply to @bridgestyler

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

I've added several new members to #OklaEd Twitter list during tonight's chat https://t.co/R4pN9XqvB8 Be sure to follow & add to @flipboard

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A9) I encourage every T & P to develop a personal relationship w/ their Legislator & communicate frequently about their experiences #OklaEd

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A9 -- LOL! They are tired of hearing from me: Emails, visits, phone calls, postcards, sit-downs with assistants. Thank-U notes. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q9 #OklaEd

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A9 #oklaed face-to-face

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q9 #OklaEd

MontgomeryOK62 Apr 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A7 We CAN devise "retirement plan" that sets on track to absorb set backs: relies on not spending every dollar for sake of spending #OklaEd

brainstormin Apr 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A9) I try to contact my rep, but he doesn't respond. #oklaed

kellianglley Apr 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Cut sports and many would listen. But it'd be at the expense of our kids. No win situation. #OklaEd

In reply to @TeachFromHere

KathySDunn Apr 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

#oklaed @Biobellrocks & @kriscoop80 do amazing things for Ss using way 2 much of their own $. As much as we love them 4 it, it's not right.

Biobellrocks Apr 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Me Too!!! Come play in my lab with my awesome kids and you will see what challenges we face and overcome! #oklaed #okleg
- kriscoop80 Apr 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT
  
  A8: Dear @okleg, I invite you to my classroom for one week. See my financial struggles. #oklaed
  
  shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
  
  Q8 #OklaEd

jennifer_lea_e Apr 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

According to commercials, budget problem is ALL because of the wind tax credit! 😂 God forbid the Legies tax their BIG OIL donors! #OklaEd

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q7 #OklaEd

lindahaslerreid Apr 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

At an Okla Ts job fair last week -w/ reps from TX, NM, KS & online.They laughed at us. Weren't being mean; it's just a tragic comedy #oklaed

In reply to @bridgestyler

aplank10 Apr 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A8: If legislators look at OK being at the bottom of national ratings for ed, I would like to think that people would work together. #oklaed

kriscoop80 Apr 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A9: I have wrote and call them several times. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q9 #OklaEd

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Let them watch "Independence Day" over and over #oklaed

In reply to @bakerleft, @BlueCerealEduc

AndreaGorney Apr 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

#OklaEd A9) I have emailed my legislators. I hope they ate seeingnthis and will help and support Ts, Ss, As, Ps. I can't stop believing

JefferyCorbett Apr 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A9-Could we require their children attend public schools? Maybe then it would be a priority. We could call it school choice. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q8 #OklaEd

AlleyBeth Apr 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

But... that would require people setting aside trivial differences and working together... 🙄 #OklaEd

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A8 One conversation from ten thousand people will make a far impact than ten thousand conversations from a hundred people…. #oklaed

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A9) I take PAID TIME OFF to visit the Capitol and share thoughts with #okleg I also set up calls after work hours to discuss. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q9 #OklaEd

phhscience Apr 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

8. The lack of funding for education seems to be in every state. #oklaed

bridgestyler Apr 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A9: Text and phone calls mainly, face-to-face as much as I can. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q9 #OklaEd

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

That's funny #oklaed

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT
A9) I take PAID TIME OFF to visit the Capitol and share thoughts with #okleg I also set up calls after work hours to discuss. #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT
  
  Q9 #OklaEd

OSSBAoklahoma Apr 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

We have a list of #okleg on Twitter. Tag them when you post good news about your district #oklaed https://t.co/SGLyd80NU3

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q9 #OklaEd

room20awesome Apr 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A9 Well...not doing as well as I have in the past..2 many kids in class & no time to spare (I'm beginning 2 think that was the plan) #oklaed

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A9: not my districts story per se but I share the story of #OklaEd and how we are losing Ts quicker than getting them.

kasnelson Apr 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A9: invite them 2 our school, meet w/them @OAESP1 Principal day @ the Capitol, @mikeasanders follows our school & myself on FB #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q9 #OklaEd

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

I totally agree - I love the life of the school with a vibrant after school schedule. But everything now hurts, right...#grrrr....#oklaed

In reply to @kellianglley

MyRotert Apr 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A8) Vote and share our stories. Kids matter and they are the future. The education they receive shapes our future. Rep or Dem. #oklaed

SweetenCarrie Apr 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

#oklaed A9.) Each time I see them at a community function I ask what progress they are making in regards to the budget

CoachGower Apr 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

I would like to present Exhibit A into evidence @shawnhime @OklaEd @OSSBAoklahoma #oklaed

USD480BOEMember Apr 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Teachers in @OklaEd, want paid a competitive salary & have great benefits? Checkout @USD480, we are hiring! #oklaed🍎

JefferyCorbett Apr 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

They've had years to turn this around. They don't even deserve an A-F, just an F. #MadDad #oklaed

bakerleft Apr 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A8b: I'm with @BlueCerealEduc on this. We should stop pretending that many OKlegs care about #oklaed at all. #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT
  
  Q8 #OklaEd

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

At OSU Teacher Fair, TX districts were described as 'vultures', sitting, waiting to pounce on OUR young teachers. OURS. #oklaed

mcvay51 Apr 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A9) talking to them on a personal yet professional level several times per week. To them, not AT them. #oklaed

coach57 Apr 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Trying to keep it positive and share the our accomplishments. Sticking to facts when discussing cuts and other issues #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q9 #OklaEd

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Great Job @shawnhime - Thanks for facilitating this awesome chat. Thanks to all the POLs who are active and lurking #OklaEd

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Go on Facebook and go to "town hall". You can contact them directly by your zip code #oklaed

In reply to @kriscoop80

ballouberry Apr 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

.A9: emails, letters, calls #advocate #educate #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q9 #OklaEd

ShelbyJr3 Apr 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Caps on participation #oklaed

In reply to @PhynyxRising

wyattpoer17 Apr 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Show from every viewpoint available that this is having an impact on all STUDENTS regardless of politics. Regain focus as a state. #oklaed

In reply to @shawnhime

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Yes, but in Oklahoma we are now 50th in the nation for teacher salaries. I think we are at the bottom of the barrel... #oklaed

In reply to @phhscience

AndreaGorney Apr 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

#OklaEd A9) Maybe we should send a copy of Stand and Deliver to legislature?

fsolomon3 Apr 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Unfortunately, many L's are refusing to even communicate, unless they are bashing us! #oklaed

James409Jason Apr 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A9) I encourage every T & P to develop a personal relationship w/ their Legislator & communicate frequently about their experiences #OklaEd

amybbednarz Apr 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

What do they say #oklaed

In reply to @SweetenCarrie

kellianglley Apr 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

I fear it'd result in a travel-team situation. Poor kids would lose out. Again. #oklaed

In reply to @TeachFromHere

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

If every teacher would blog their experiences and share with their communities - this could help. #oklaed

KimberBlodgett Apr 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

That was a very informative chat. Thanks @shawnhime #OklaEd

kennethdward Apr 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Wouldn't think they would have to do much more than display their starting pay. #oklaed

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

At OSU Teacher Fair, TX districts were described as 'vultures', sitting, waiting to pounce on OUR young teachers. OURS. #oklaed

OSSBAoklahoma Apr 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thank you for participating tonight! #oklaed

DossettFor34 Apr 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

J.J. Dossett former 10-12 history teacher Owasso #oklaed

angmlittle Apr 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Are you a registered lobbyist? Isn't that illegal? ;)) #oklaed

In reply to @mcvay51

jcbjr Apr 30 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Important but really sad chat... Good night Gracie!!! #oklaed

grendelrick Apr 30 @ 9:59 PM EDT

And I can't get mad at them. We build good teachers. They absolutely should want to steal them. #oklaed

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

At OSU Teacher Fair, TX districts were described as 'vultures', sitting, waiting to pounce on OUR young teachers. OURS. #oklaed

wfryer Apr 30 @ 9:59 PM EDT

that is the only viable path forward... #oklaed

In reply to @AlleyBeth

ClaudiaSwisher Apr 30 @ 9:59 PM EDT

And my hero! Thanks for watching out for our #oklaed students!

In reply to @DossettFor34

aplank10 Apr 30 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A9: I would send letters and write emails. Perhaps call in a few times too. #oklaed

TeachFromHere Apr 30 @ 9:59 PM EDT

HEY WE DO THINGS ABOVE BOARD HERE IN #OKLAED - TAKE YOUR SHENANIGANS SOMEWHERE ELSE...

In reply to @angmlittle, @mcvay51

allen_lehman Apr 30 @ 9:59 PM EDT

We should absolutely make them watch that movie. I want to see Mr. Escalante get after some legis like he did the ETS reps lol…. #oklaed

AndreaGorney Apr 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

#OklaEd A9) Maybe we should send a copy of Stand and Deliver to legislature?

sherrydurkee Apr 30 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A9) Texts mostly. Giving them appreciation for the work they do and sharing our reality politely. #oklaed

shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q9 #OklaEd

kennethdward Apr 30 @ 9:59 PM EDT

And be the professional you aspire to be treated as. #oklaed

coach57 Apr 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT
Trying to keep it positive and share the our accomplishments. Sticking to facts when discussing cuts and other issues #oklaed
- shawnhime - Moderator Apr 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT
  
  Q9 #OklaEd