Our chat will focus on the idea that we can lead and make positive change from any position in our school systems. Leadership is not about a title, it is a way of thinking and acting.
Good morning to this amazing #LeadLAP crew. Thanks for joining us. Excited to have @OrganicLeaderVB steering the ship! Let us know you are here this morning!
It's a beautiful Saturday morning here in Va.Beach #LeadLAP family! Let's get started! I'm Akilah, new Admin this year. My go to song that gives me instant joy is Justin Timberlake's "Can't Stop the Feeling"
Hey crew! Beth, coauthor of #leadlap and proud ms principal! I’m out today enjoying my oldest’s first high school scrimmage. You are in good hands with @OrganicLeaderVB and @burgess_shelley Have an awesome weekend!
Wowzers!!!
Tisha, you have outdone yourself on this one! @burgessdave is pretty stinkin’ amazing AND this #HiveSketch represents that awesomeness beautifully!
Your talent astounds me, friend.
Magical is an understatement. 💫
#tlap#HiveSummit#leadlap#MLmagical#realedu
Hey y'all! So excited to be able to join #LeadLAP today! I love learning from this crew! Alicia from NC - Lead Digital Learning & Media Innovation Facilitator serving a STEM magnet middle school.
Mornin! Jon - Social Studies Teacher from California. Joy is my 4 year old daughter singing anything from the Greatest Showman at the top of her lungs. #leadlap
Hey #leadlap Stopping in for a bit before my soccer tryouts. :) Pam, Instructional Coach from Charleston,SC. We were just talking about #leadlap during our #pd4uandme chat this morning! https://t.co/efZ9NjfaQx
Good morning #leadlap crew! Tamara, tech integrator from VA, filled with JOY to have Akilah leading today's chat! My go-to song is "I Gotta Feeling" by The Black Eyed Peas! Always gets the blood pumping in a good way!
It's a beautiful Saturday morning here in Va.Beach #LeadLAP family! Let's get started! I'm Akilah, new Admin this year. My go to song that gives me instant joy is Justin Timberlake's "Can't Stop the Feeling"
Tweeting from Timber Creek in Keller. Twitter chats since 7 am, and made biscuits and hash browns for my lovely wife @ChelsMaddox Ready for another. Another Twitter chat, not breakfast. But another breakfast would be nice. Coffee too. #leadlap
Good morning from Montana! Moving to Frenchtown JH after 5 years at FT Elm #LeadLAP —- Aaron G ready to take off and hit the ground running this school year!
Well my secretary plays this outside in the morning for me just to see me dance! The parents and kids enjoy it (or just like to laugh)! Juicy Wiggle! https://t.co/iVPhDecdg1#LeadLAP
I love Saturady mornings with #LeadUpChat and then jumping into #leadLAP. It helps me reflect on the week behind and gets me energized for the week ahead.
Good morning, #LeadLAP!!! A song that is instant joy for me is "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)" by Sly & The Family Stone! https://t.co/sdL6XlY9Je Thank you for letting me be myself!!!! #tlap
Hey all I am a recovering just retired Supt Who now is running a PD consortium of Va districts - and my fav song is “move on up” https://t.co/ifMLBXfLin#LeadLAP
It's a beautiful Saturday morning here in Va.Beach #LeadLAP family! Let's get started! I'm Akilah, new Admin this year. My go to song that gives me instant joy is Justin Timberlake's "Can't Stop the Feeling"
It's a beautiful Saturday morning here in Va.Beach #LeadLAP family! Let's get started! I'm Akilah, new Admin this year. My go to song that gives me instant joy is Justin Timberlake's "Can't Stop the Feeling"
A1: Is what you enjoy to do. Happiness is when you have found a center that makes you smile every day. You can find joy in many things you do and when you find joy, it makes a difference in what you can do and how you find happiness. #LeadLAP
Hi Folks! I’m Mariah from Pennsylvania. I am a middle school principal...The song on my playlist right now that brings me joy is #ThisIsMe from @GreatestShowman! I am excited to learn with you all today! #LeadLAP
It's a beautiful Saturday morning here in Va.Beach #LeadLAP family! Let's get started! I'm Akilah, new Admin this year. My go to song that gives me instant joy is Justin Timberlake's "Can't Stop the Feeling"
#leadlap A1 joy is tougher than happiness. Joy is the ability to be grateful and present in times that aren't perfect to choose the good. Happiness seems to be more situational. Imo #joy is a choice.
A1: Joy is that expression of uncontainable passion that radiates from your soul! It brightens your perspective and allows you to see the world as it was meant to be! #leadlap
Good morning!! So glad to join in today to talk about leading with JOY! ❤️ Allyson Apsey, elementary principal in Michigan and the author of #Path2Serendipity A song that brings me instant joy is https://t.co/q8PGNt3TUL#LeadLAP
A1 #leadlap Joy to me is a deep seated, total immersion of contentment no matter what else is going on. My husband and children are part of that joy. My faith brings me joy. Reading brings me joy. Being kind to others...joy!
Joy is a feeling that others can actually see. It is a combination of a pure sense of happiness and peace. When I see others experience true joy it fills my heart. #leadlap
Joy is not temporary. It isn’t conditional like happiness. It is a belief that as long as you are operating in your purpose, regardless of circumstances, you can be content. #LeadLAP
I need your help. My principal is looking for an inspirational video clip that motivates teachers. That has the idea of what it takes to be a champion, but he doesn't want 1000 sports metaphors... Kinda tricky. #leadupchat#leadlap
Hi All, Marley, Digital Learning Coach from NC. Jumping in a bit late. Hope everyone is great. My song to play when i want some instant joy is “Walkin’ on Sunshine #LeadLAP
#leadlap I think of joy as the initial excitement you feel when you see an old friend, hear your favorite song, see the light bulb go on for a student. It's the little moments that make your day. Like the song "Little Wonders" by Matchbox 20.
A1: Joy = the feeling of pleasure & satisfaction when someone else (or I) have done something rewarding, beneficial, exciting, risky, helpful, etc... It's a feeling #Leadlap
A1: I think “happiness” is more often reactionary, attached to a specified moment or event. “Joy” reflects more of an overall mindset, and serves as an approach to situations rather than a response to them. #LeadLAP
A1: Joy refers to elation, that feeeling that a S feels when understanding a difficult concept or making an unexpected discovery. That feeling when a T has designed a lesson that inspires Ss to understand or discover. That feeling when learning takes place. #Synergy#LeadLAP
Good morning! Anything Michael Jackson and Kirk Franklin! As I sit in the hair salon this morning, we are listening to gospel! Totally uplifting! #leadlap
YES! This is an excellent idea!! Our school plays music outside in the morning for kids - and now I'll have a great playlist for the beginning of the year! #LeadLAP#alwaysgreatideas
Oh that’s such a great tune - we need a #leadlap playlist of beats that energize, pep up the room, remind us that joy comes from music and it’s baked into our DNA :)
A1: Joy is different for everyone. Our children growing up, a first date, a good meal, song or poem. It’s our vision of happiness our contentment. #LeadLAP
A1 Here in Guernsey our new curriculum headline is "Joyous and Purposeful Learning" If children can enjoy their learning they achieve. Whatever is the right level for them. #leadlap
A1: JOY is something you feel regardless of your circumstances. It is my #oneword this year!! JOY is something no one can take from us because it is rooted deep. I can be sad about a circumstance but still feel JOY. #chooseJOY#LeadLAP
A1: My mom used to sing this: "J-O-Y, J-O-Y, J-O-Y spells JOY. Jesus first, Yourself last and Others in between." Even though I'm not religious, helping others is what brings me joy (yourself last). #LeadLAP
A1: Joy is in your soul. It is happiness and contentment and purpose rolled into one. It eminates from your being and lifts up everyone around you. #LeadLAP
A1. Joy is something that’s in your heart and soul. It’s satisfying, unquantifiable, and spiritual. Joy touches you in a deep place and if you have it, others can see it. It’s more than happiness because it has an eternal factor and happiness can be temporary. #LeadLAP
A1: Joy refers to elation, that feeeling that a S feels when understanding a difficult concept or making an unexpected discovery. That feeling when a T has designed a lesson that inspires Ss to understand or discover. That feeling when learning takes place. #Synergy#LeadLAP
A2: My family - always fill my heart up. I could have the worst day and my niece and nephew turn it around in a second! They are there no matter what. My friends (who are pretty much like family)! #lovethemall#peoplematternotthings#LeadLAP
WE are officially #Joysistas now Marci! JOY is my armor and it's what I carry and feel in spite of anything negative that comes my way. It's my ONE Word too! #LeadLAP
Yes! Happiness is pretty fickle. Someone can say one thing and upset your happy feeling. I have been taught by faith the JOY that I have the world didn’t give it to me and the world can’t take it away. #LeadLAP
Good Morning. Kristin, from Victoria. 🇨🇦 So many great songs to choose from....let’s go with...Feeling Groovy - Simon and Garfunkel. Brings me a peaceful kinda joy. 😊
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It's a beautiful Saturday morning here in Va.Beach #LeadLAP family! Let's get started! I'm Akilah, new Admin this year. My go to song that gives me instant joy is Justin Timberlake's "Can't Stop the Feeling"
A2: My daughters are incredible and seeing them love and care for one another brings me joy. Outside of that - music always speaks to my soul. #LeadLAP
A2. We have lots of new teachers in yr 1-2 and veteran teachers that are connecting together, leading PD - they are changing our culture to “what’s best for kids”! That gives me great joy . #leadlap
A1 joy comes from the buzz of young people at work and play - what if smiles in a school’s classes and hallways were our metric? @irasocol author of @TimelessLrng once asked. #LeadLAP
Sliding in late (I’ll spare you my fave GIF)
Tara DBC inc☠️from Kansas 🤗❤️
A1 Joy runs deep. It’s from the heart. I think it’s that feeling when purpose and passion collide. #leadlap
A2: Helping others in my household brings me joy. Feeding my cat, even though she wakes me up brings joy, as she later sits on my lap purring. #LeadLAP
A2: I don’t usually share personal info too often but it would have to be a very special man that has come into my life over the past few months. #LeadLAP
A2 My family, pure and simple! They are growing, achieving and their happiness brings me joy. My work brings me joy too, supporting and helping others achieve whist seeing the impact we have on children also brings me joy. Lots to be joyful about :) #leadlap
A2: the principals and teachers bring me joy! We start our teacher institute this week and I am teaching “first days of school” to our newbies! So excited! #Leadlap
A1: Happiness seems to fluctuate as it comes and goes based on life events. Joy seems to come from deeper, more emotional and intrinsic roots. #LeadLAP
A2: Who.... my family, my new colleagues, my #PLN... so many whos... WHAT- having my house cleaned for me, family time, my work, and taking in the sights on a run! #leadlap
A2: What - my work as a teacher and curriculum leader. It's the only thing I do that I get lost in and forget the time. Who - my Social Studies team. They do what is right because it is right, are open minded and so supportive of each other. #LeadLAP
When my kids are enjoying each other or out playing in a game or performing on stage, I experience joy. I love seeing them work hard and take risks in their passion areas. #leadlap
A2 My family brings me joy. especially my daughter who has already accomplished so much and I am so proud of. Also all the amazing people I have worked with that support and inspire me. They make me laugh and that is VITAL in life #LeadLAP
A2 my amazing daughters bring me joy. They’re 6&8, and it’s joyful to see their personalities, senses of humor, and curiosity developing and maturing. Professionally-those who #teachlap & #leadlap and bring that passion to kids make me feel joyful.
A2 Joy is in the air as we prep for nephew’s wedding in two weeks. Get to see brother-in-law and family that we only see about once a year if that! Many new babies in the family too! #LeadLAP
A2: People who challenge me and inspire me to be stronger and to be myself are joyful! Yesterday, I spent hours writing a song about bringing more love into the world, and that was very joyful! #LeadLAP
#LeadLap A2a 6:00 a.m. up early to do #dronephotography. Middle kid says grandkid is ill. What does #oldpa recommend? Feeling useful, dispensing advice I got from my mom. Cool recollection of medical advice from the days before #google..
A2: Oh my goodness, there are not enough characters for this question! What - making memories with my kids, sharing kindness with others, small moments that make me smile; Who - my family, Twitter PLN, DBC authors, coworkers and SO MANY MORE! #leadlap
Love this definition! It does emanate from within...which is why it can be a constant regardless of what is happening around us or to us. #ChooseJoy#LeadLAP
A2: So many people bring me joy...my family/friends, my Ts and Ss, my #PLN, @burgess_shelley, and every passionate educator I meet across the country! Also, music, writing and creating things that bring others joy brings me JOY!
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A2: My family brings me great joy as does work that has a positive impact on people (students & families), especially when it restores hope or positively impacts their lives.
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A2: my son, my students, my Deans team, my fam and those friends who keep showing up for me all bring me joy. Learning, bettering myself, experiencing life, and helping ppl alsobring me great joy #leadlap
A2 joy comes from family, friends, neighbors, community - from people who are active about life, willing to stand up for doing the right thing by others, always have a passion moment to share, give back to others #LeadLAP
Good morning #leadlap! Nili Bartley from MA jumping in late! A1 My number one joy are these 2 and just finishing 2 weeks of unplanned fun on the beach was so good for all of us-hard to leave.
A2). I’ve started to find more of in the peaceful times in my life.... evenings are the lake, quiet reading at home, personal conversations with family/friends! Joy for me now is much more peaceful and content! #LeadLAP
A2: My family, my local and PLN friends, my new role as Tech Integration Specialist, the upcoming SOPTV Make Learning Magical Summit, getting so close to my book #MLmagical being released. SO much that brings me JOY! So grateful for the many blessings in my life! #leadlap
A2 Joy=>watching educators learn and grow as they share with others, watching my grandchildren discover new things, realizing that new journeys abound for us at all phases of our lives. #LeadLAP
A2. Here’s what joy is to me. I have been told it was Dr. Kong’s favorite song. One of my favorites too. This is what life is all about to me. #LeadLAP
#LeadLAP A2: My family brings me joy. My work brings me joy. Creativity brings me joy. Learning brings me joy. I’m super fortunate that sometimes all of those things come together at one time. Feeling very grateful. 💚
A2: My amazing family. My great friends. My fulfilling line of work that impacts the lives of hundreds of scholars. The wonderful team that I get to work with each and every day at work. #leadlap
Well I’ve always been interested in knowing more about Bhutan having a measure of gross national happiness GNH vs GNP - that always brings joy to me #LeadLAPhttps://t.co/YBnln5UrfK
Learning is indeed the result of active exploration & discovery, not standardization via narrow curricula, scripted lessons, & State-endorsed tests. Discovery isn't the direct result of memorization & skill drill. Skills are the foundations to support creative projects. #LeadLAP
It's a beautiful Saturday morning here in Va.Beach #LeadLAP family! Let's get started! I'm Akilah, new Admin this year. My go to song that gives me instant joy is Justin Timberlake's "Can't Stop the Feeling"
#LeadLap i’m urbie, #oldpa to Lily, Henry & Carly.. i design & #reimaginePD for clinicians & law enforcement. Instant joy song? Hm.. Iron Butterfly’s In A Gadda Da Vida.. lyrics so slurred you can make up your own. Cool beat, too. Oh yeah, I’m in Arizona.
A3: Ok, mushy time, when I leave the house, I'm the first awake, I blow kisses to my family who is still sleeping, including our guinea pig. Get's me started off that I have them to bring joy to my life. #LeadLAP
A3: Other than coffee? Taking time for myself on the drive to work to mentally prepare for the day. A good conversation with my admin partner and an open door so the Ts can come in to share their stories! Laugh lots! #LeadLAP
A3: It may sound silly, but every day just walking into the classroom brings me joy. Getting ready for the day, taking down chairs, turning on computer, etc. #LeadLAP
A2: My wonderful family, my incredible friends, our awesome school #CommUNITY, the amazing group of people who make up my #PLN...All sources of #joy for me...#LeadLAP
A3: Coffee? Not sure I am ready for joy in the morning lol, but each day my joy really starts when the kids walk in the room. The things I am worried about go away and life becomes about others instead of myself. #leadlap
The sky has cleared up a bit in Eugene,Oregon! My name is Melissa, I’m starting my third year as principal. My song- It’s a new day by https://t.co/jqmd2I2YyE. #LeadLAP
#LeadLAP A3 quiet morning cup of coffee, then pump up the music in the car, be intentional with your words in the morning. They set the tone for your day and everyone around you!
A3: Once at work, purposeful greetings to staff and community with excitement and spunk, starts the day off right and gets not only me smiling but hopefully others as well! #LeadLAP
A3: I start my day with positive intentions every day- search twitter for inspiration or post a positive quote, then I hit the road for a jog before anyone else is up! #LeadLAP
A3: I begin and end every day with prayer. I pray in the car on the way to work. Prayers of gratitude, prayers of hope, prayers of fears and prayers for others.#makemeaninstrument#leadlap
#LeadLap A1a Joy was becoming a “single digit midget” in one September morning in 1979.. after 345 days on station at NavComSta Diego Garcia I was going home. Joy is that feeling i get when most things in life comes together, again.
A3 My morning coffee and my own space is my morning joy. Chatting to my family as the busyness of the day starts, their squabbles, plans for the day, lunches made and dishwasher emptied is also part of the joy. All too soon they are flying the nest! Enjoy whilst you can! #leadlap
Starting my day off with a run and some great music clears my head and fills me with joy as I work to #BalanceLAP and #RunLAP so I can #leadlap 😂 Yes, I drank the Kool-Aid
A3 I love this question! I hug and kiss my Hubby because he cannot leave the house without hearing 😍! I text a scripture to a friend, read the text she sends to me, read some words of faith, and then pump the music while I try to figure out what I am wearing to work! #leadlap
A3: find an inspiring message from social media, coffee...lots of coffee, listening to music with my daughters as we drive to sitter and school. Put good in, get good out. All about mindset. #LeadLAP
A3: I try to look for an inspirational quote for the day. Then, I think of someone who I can send it to you to help bring joy to their day! I am interested in knowing what others do to help bring joy to their staff on the first day of school… Any ideas?#LeadLAP
A3: OMGoodness if I do not get my morning walk in (literally 7 days a week before dawn) I may not be myself...the peace & joy of a quiet morning walk, the colors in our NM sky, birds, mountain vista, fresh air, so beautiful. #LeadLAP
My first cup of coffee brings me pure joy. Well, all of my cups of coffee bring me joy. Thursdays I would hold my sign as students entered and laugh and visit with them about the sign or their morning. Those days brought joy. #leadlap#positivesignthursday
A3. I stand outside and welcome students and staff into the building. Best part of my day as I see parents drop off kids and I get to be their first interaction at school and make sure it’s positive. #leadlap
A3: For me, there are times when just walking around the garden areas here at the house in the quite of the morning is a great way to start the day with joy in my heart. #LeadLAP
A3: Each day I message at least 3 people to start their day with a smile and let them know I'm thinking of them. I listen to my fav songs as I get ready for work and love to bring treats to my Tiny Tech Cafe to surprise teachers at my school! #leadlap
A3: For 2018 I created a #2018Playlist instead of a New Years resolution. It is full of songs that remind me of my purpose and bring me joy. I play it every morning! Here are a few of the songs. #LeadLAP#Path2Serendipity
A3. I try to post a positive thought every morning b/c we all need encouragement, myself included. Each morning I try to get myself in the right frame of mind. It’s not that my days are without challenge. I’m just trying to encourage us all through this thing called life #LeadLAP
A3: my joy starts with reading. Quiet time from 4:30am until my first kid wakes up (around 6am) then “snuggles and service” until it’s time to get ready to work and provide for them! I get paid to serve others. It’s a win/win (most of the time) #LeadLAP
A3: find an inspiring message from social media, coffee...lots of coffee, listening to music with my daughters as we drive to sitter and school. Put good in, get good out. All about mindset. #LeadLAP
I start 4/5 days of the school week with a 5am workout. I listen to inspirational podcasts on the way to school. Once I arrive at school I love greeting all the students who are the early arrivals. #leadLap
We play in the morning as well so they know when the bell is about to ring. Last year, a group of Gr 5 kids experimented playing mindful music for 2 min after recess to settle students coming back in. Went over well too! #LeadLAP
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A3. Every morning I listen to Disney songs while my daughter and I get ready for the day or for school. There's nothing better than a bathroom concert in the morning to make you feel overjoyed!!! #LeadLAP
A3 early morning I'm usually alone so coffee, exercise, a good podcast, and music all bring me joy and when I have the time, a little adventure! Nothing like starting the day with a good bike ride:) #LeadLAP
#LeadLAP I start my day with a meditation. It centres and calms me and allows me to see and enjoy so many more of the little (and big) reasons to be joyful throughout the day. 😊
A3: Prepare the lessons the day before. This allows me to walk the halls for high 5s hugs and How are you doing? and What did you have for dinner? and What book have you been reading? to dozens of Ss every morning. A stroll through the counselors’ office is now routine. #LeadLAP
A3: when I get to work I give myself 15 minutes to watch or read something educationally I am interested in! Also I have my daily coffee and get horribly teased by the lunch ladies at Frenchtown Schools! They are the best! #leadlap
A3: A colleague of mine pointed out to me recently that I am always humming a happy tune as I walk the hall toward my office each morning. Singing brings me joy! #ihavethemusicinme#leadlap
A3: I truly enjoy the quiet of the morning when I'm the only one awake in the house. Though I find great joy in my family, it's nice to have some quiet time to get grounded and ready for the day. #leadlap
A3 Greeting Ss is a great way to start a joy filled day. Whether is in the car line, bus drop off, classroom, lunchroom, or playground, let’s take time to fill others day with joy! #leadlap
A3 I have so enjoyed sending my daughter texts these past few weeks to give her good vibes for exams this summer. I need to do that more during the regular semester classes. I also need to take time to read my twitter stream more and get fuel from all of you. #LeadLAP
#LeadLap A3a One day in 1988 mama asked me to take her to see Milagro Beanfield War.. the 2:21 opening sequence introduced me (or maybe reminded me?) to a cool ritual.. watch it at https://t.co/mr1M88KlTJ
A3: I read a devotional with my husband each morning. During my commute to work (1 hr), I listen to BetterLeaders @alienearbud or @Oprah’s SuperSoul Sunday’s podcast to reflect on positive vibes as I drive. @OrganicLeaderVB@burgessdave#LeadLAP#JOY
A3: Take a moment to express gratitude for the opportunities of a brand new day. Enjoy the sunset. Appreciate how it illuminates the path toward yet-to-be discovered sources of JOY. #Leadlap
#LeadLap A3b Basically, in those quiet moments (kids permitting) between waking and rising, give thanks for another day of life the opportunity to share love/joy with others.. reflect on yesterday and review today’s plans.
Q3 I like to start my day by reading the daily stoic by @RyanHoliday doing a 10 min headspce meditation, and then a journal entry that lists 3 things I am grateful for and 1 priority to achomplish in 4 areas, hone , work, health, personal #leadlap
A3: I take some time for myself either reading, exercising, or listening to music. I think that time helps me be a better me for my family and my school family. #LeadLAP
Jake-this is a powerful answer. I would love for new Tt to read this...Preparing ahead of time cultivates time for what really matters-leading with #JOY#LeadLAP
A3: Prepare the lessons the day before. This allows me to walk the halls for high 5s hugs and How are you doing? and What did you have for dinner? and What book have you been reading? to dozens of Ss every morning. A stroll through the counselors’ office is now routine. #LeadLAP
As the dad to six kids, my morning quiet time and reading are crucial to navigating the rest of my day. I used to try and get “extra sleep” but if I don’t have that quiet time, I’m on the struggle bus by the end of the day. #LeadLAP
A3: I love this! I haven't thought about intentionally starting my day with joy. I suppose a good workout (including good music) and affirmations. A minute of #Mindfulness always helps me stay centered and joyful. #leadlaphttps://t.co/mkUOkZEhar …
A3. Walking my dog is great Reflection of my joyful day ahead with my precious 24 (now 25 this year) kiddos. Who wouldn’t be JOYful spending the each day with these faces? Beyond #BlessedAndGrateful#leadlap
A2 spending quiet moments in the morning alone, loud moments with my family and friends and being grateful for the ability to do both. Being able live what I am passionate about brings me joy. #LeadLAP
A3: I have a morning routine that really helps me start my day right 😊. I love making lunch for my kids while we chat and play together. It gets hectic sometimes, but I love it! #LeadLAP
A3: Always start with coffee, but also try to focus on what I’m grateful for and the positive things in the day ahead. Morning walks/runs also help me start the day off right! #leadlap#runlap
I always start w writing a bit - my son usually calls to check in on his NYC highline walk to work, and used to walk schools first thing when I could- no better source of joy than time with young people #LeadLAP
A4: I think finding joy comes from recognizing those triggers that block our joy. Recognizing the emotional impact of situations can help reframe them so as to focus on joy #LeadLAP
Joy during the school day comes at drop off, high fives and hugs in the halls, being in classrooms, playing at recess Basically anywhere where the children are #leadlap
A3: I also write in my gratitude journal each morning. Gratitude enhances joy! 💚 #LeadLAP
I believe in the power of #gratitude so much I created a picture book for kids about it. Feel free to share it with the kids in your life (full version on YouTube): https://t.co/wrRv4waVBr
A3: I take some time for myself either reading, exercising, or listening to music. I think that time helps me be a better me for my family and my school family. #LeadLAP
#LeadLAP A4 my students! By building joyful practices into our day it gives everyone time to return to joy! Class celebrations, songs, mindful moments, hugs, smiles, reflections, encouraging positive behaviors.
A4 I find great joy in others wanting to share their achievements with me. Also helping them smile when something has not gone so well. Achievement comes with learning from failure and walking this path with them is truly hard but joyful. #leadlap
A3: Summer: walk while listening to podcasts, morning tea, read. School yr: listen to music, breakfast w/ colleagues, morning tea, read the day's entry on my happiness calendar #leadlap
With the kids!!! When things get tough and a reminder is needed as to why we are in this career, go see the kids! Be with them take part in the activities they are doing, embrace their learning. It will bring you back!!! #PrincipalsInAction#LeadLAP
I’m not always fully prepared before I arrive to school, but I’m always out of my room and in the halls 30 minutes before school starts. My daily routine mentioned above takes 20 minutes out of my morning. The relationships built in those 20 minutes are timeless. #LeadLAP
Joy is a constant but must be renewed daily. I make sure I set myself up for success. My morning is not rushed. I feel relaxed. That sets the tone for my mindset for each day. #leadLap
A4: In classrooms w/ kids. Out of my office! I'm a little bias - but I do love to go to Preschool and Kindergarten the most! They are just so sweet!! #LeadLAP
A4: morning drop off- reminds me that parents are placing trust in us with their most beloved people. Amazing responsibility and a source of joy. Or- walk in to a classroom or lunch duty. Joy is all around if your eyes are open! #LeadLAP#JoyfulLeaders
A4: Smiling always help me find joy! Look for positivity in the world around you, be present, laugh often, play, build relationships with Ss and colleagues, bring passion everyday. #leadlap
A4- i visit classrooms, the cafe or join a recess game- just being with and talking to the kids: we cant let busy interfer with connections to kids #LeadLAP
A4). In the classroom is definitely my happy place! (Especially kindergarten). Those classroom visits and walkthroughs puts all the stressors back into perspective! #LeadLAP
A4: Classrooms, talking w Ts and Ss, participating in a lesson w Ss, making positive calls home... If you look for joy with intention you will find it. Seek out the positive. #leadlap
Yes! And too often this piece is missed but I feel like greeting kids every single morning can change a whole day (and more!) for the Ss AND us! #LeadLAP
A4 Throughout the day take a moment 2spend time with Ss. Say GM, ask about their day. Chat for a few minutes with Ts& Staff. Leave the OFC &just walk around the campus seeing it through the 👀 of those u serve. Purposefully eat https://t.co/dOODKYqqcW for no reason. #LeadLap
A4: Also... spending time in PLCs where we are working hard and committed to planning amazing things brings me joy. Joyful schools start with amazing teams! #LeadLAP
Awesome thanks! I haven't listened to podcasts much, but my little sister is trying to get me to do it more! I have a 35 min drive to work, so seems like an excellent idea! #LeadLAP
In reply to
@inpursuitofed, @KaliSlusser, @Robyn_Mindsteps, @cultofpedagogy
A4: My mentor @BarbaraWinn and I would always take time at the end of a day to have our “Pollyanna” moment. We think about the little and big joys of the day, no matter what consumed the day. It made such a difference! #LeadLAP
Yes! So true! Being an educator parent has completely changed my perspective of so many things in EDU! Those morning moments are SO important! #leadlap
A4: Spending time in the classroom and seeing what the Ss are doing and talking with them about it always seems to bring joy back into focus for me. That's why we do what we do after all! #LeadLAP
A4: Without a doubt joy at school (even during fuzzy times) can be found in my Ss and peers. If joy cannot be found in a single day you have to look deeper, its there, have to find it - no matter how small! #LeadLAP
#LeadLap A4a I find joy from the messages educators and others share on twitter. Someone like @jesush1979 sharing a photo of his class making; that group “We escaped!” selfie; a motivational statement agains a hazy beach background +
A4. I find joy supporting kids like before school, lunch, visiting classrooms, going to games. Seeing our kids have success reminds me why I do what I do. #LeadLAP
A4. I find joy through thanking others - Ss for being engaged, Ts for creating amazing learning experiences for Ss, my team for always being there and pushing me to be my best #LeadLAP
A4 I like to take a walk in the halls and pop my head into other classes to see what others are doing. Getting ideas from other teachers that I can use makes me happy. #Leadlap
A4 I find joy being in the classrooms with kids and teachers. This year, to keep that focus, I'm blocking out regular times EVERY day to do that. I like sharing that joy on our school twitter or facebook account to promote a joyful community. #LeadLAP
#LeadLap A4b Later in the day, during a Monday-Wednesday lunch break or after work seeing Lily (2 yo granddaughter) happily coloring outside the lines.. or practicing #DesignThinking & feeling the ideas flow.. times like these.
A4 over the past few years working with so many Ts I have come to LOVE laughing with each of them which starts with talking!😊 find your colleagues and talk...A LOT #LeadLAP
I agree Nili! I start every day at my door to greet every student, even if I have a monster to-do list. It is a great way for them to begin their day and also for me to see how they're feeling as they enter. #leadlap
A4: By taking a walk of gratitude often. If paperwork and phone calls prevent us from being surrounded by the reason we entered this professsion, we will eventually be unable to find JOY. #LeadLap
A4: I pray to center myself and repeat my mantra that “someone needs me”. This gives me solace when I become discouraged. My work is my calling and my acknowledgment of that keeps me grounded. #LeadLAP#LeadingwithJOY@OrganicLeaderVB
How does our current curriculum design support #udl and how can we continue to monitor our work to make learning accessible for all? I just re-watched Todd Rose's "Myth of Average" https://t.co/Bb4FYkPWNC and finished "What Schools Could Be" by @dintersmith#leadlap
Being in classrooms defines the purpose and meaning of the joy for me. It is so energizing to see and hear Ss engaged, collaborating and thinking out loud knowing this is our future right here! That brings joy every time! #LeadLAP
A4: Every Friday when I was a principal was #FreeHugFriday. It started like a storm as kids would run to hug me. Then the teachers did! Next thing teachers were hugging teachers and kids! #LeadLAP
A5: It's everything from a fist bump to walking with a smile on your face and asking a student, staff member or administrator. How they are doing today? #LeadLAP
A4: By taking a walk of gratitude often. If paperwork and phone calls prevent us from being surrounded by the reason we entered this professsion, we will eventually be unable to find JOY. #LeadLap
A4: During the school day, I think the best place to find joy is in our classrooms and around our students. They remind us why we are there; they can help redirect our journeys on tough days! #LeadLAP#LeadingwithJOY
A5: it’s counter intuitive, but validating other emotions can result in joy. Validating anger and sadness to help Ss discover joy is a big deal. #leadLAP
A4: Students, students, students— Their joy can be infectious, easier to witness & feed from... Small acts of kindness or quick chats to improve the spirits of others will bring you joy too (Fill the Bucket!)... Avoid the dunk tank & energy vampires. #leadLAP
A4: I find joy in the journey with constant reminders around me, including this precious kindness rock a student made for me following our Kindness Share Fair! So precious! #leadlap#tlap#passionforkindness
A5: Laughter - share stories (the funny and positive ones) with each other. Either about your own life or your Ss. The laughter fills the office and then the halls. Spreads like wildfire (in a good way)! #LeadLAP
#LeadLAP A5 class celebrations, celebration selfies, morning meetings, modeling joy and kindness, mindful activities, recess, creative thinking, choice. So much of what we do is a natural connection with joy. Just be intentional!
A5: We can never underestimate the power of a genuine smile and a simple joyful greeting. Also, our stafff loves getting creative together, it brings us all joy. #LeadLAP#Path2Serendipity
A4: I have joy when I:
- Watching students learn-engaging in conversations, learning from one another, making connections, etc... & hearing about their lives;
- When staff share new things they've tried, their excitement for teaching, & awesome things in their lives. #leadlap
#LeadLap A5a When I was with Intel (’93 - ’99) there was this culture of innovation and risk taking called “constructive confrontation”.. basically, ideate like mad, but at some point a decision has to be made. Maybe it’s yours.. maybe not. “Disagree & commit” +
A5: I started in the cafeteria. I would play cards, connect 4, etc with the kids. I remember a mean game of spoons once! I also played music to get the kids awake! #LeadLAP
A5: Always view each interaction as an opportunity to brighten someone else's day. Even if it's just a smile, or holding the door open, take those few seconds to make a connection! Kindness matters! Be an ambassador of JOY! #leadlap#passionforkindness#joyambassadors
A5: #1: Remember your WHY and... then be genuine, smile, take time to listen, find people/things to celebrate, breath, laugh with others...to name a few :) #leadlap
A5: My last assignment was at an urban school in Richmond, VA. Whenever students complained about circumstances or not wanting to do things in class I told them “We do what we have to do we can do what we want to”.#LeadLAP#LeadingwithJOY@OrganicLeaderVB
A5: Meet and greet each person you see with intention and purpose to show their value. You never know what they may be going through, but a simple smile, hello, or a high-five could be exactly what they need! #LeadLAP
#LeadLap A5b I reflected on this during one of those long drives back home to Arizona from a California or Texas #EdCamp.. I think it daily joy comes from having a voice in one’s learning experience, especially listening faithfully, authentically to others sharing theirs.
A1: #leadLAP A teacher’s Joy is consistent and not dependent on the weather, coworkers, test scores, outside pressures. A student’s joy, though, is often contracted from a joyful teacher or school!
A5: just being present and mindful of Ss, parents, and Tt. When a parent comes into the office I take the time to build that relationship...this has helped when I have had to have that difficult conversation and discipline their Ss! #leadlap
The workaholic is the room might not understand, but I MUST, must, must stop and eat lunch with my colleagues. Not just for the fuel, but to reconnect with adults. #leadLap#BalanceLAP
A5 Be intentional with your conversations. We shouldn’t just say hello, we need to engage in conversations to show others we value what they do and why they are here. #leadlap
A5: I also think I"m pretty funny - and as @JenFriske can attest to, I will laugh at my own jokes and that usually gets the laughter going too! #whateverworks#LeadLAP
So important that there is no neutral. Every interaction either contributes to the joy of yourself and others OR steals the joy. There is no in between. #LeadLAP#Path2Serendipity
A5. I start every class by saying good morning to each student as they walk through my door. Many get hi-5s or handshakes too. I’m always at my door between classes saying hello to as many as possible. #Leadlap
A5 #leadlap Acknowledging the presence of others is a great way to start. Smile, nod, wave, hug, note, morning announcements, be st the buses or car pool! Check your “not so good” morning at the door so others don’t pay for your spilled milk.
The workaholic is the room might not understand, but I MUST, must, must stop and eat lunch with my colleagues. Not just for the fuel, but to reconnect with adults. #leadLap#BalanceLAP
A5 Having a joyful presence! Each day is a new beginning to start by greeting people - even if no response at first. The energy becomes contagious and will grow. #LeadLAP
A5 I always try to arrive at work with a smile on my face. Whatever has happened at home I try to leave it at the door. A smile to others can change your mood too. #LeadLAP
I’m here for ideas! Ha! But daily connections with staff and kids with a simple hi, comment, recognition (how was your soccer game this weekend?) or a hug are my current norm. #leadLap
Yes! Yes! These are the memories that last forever! Yesterday we had Cousin Game Day which is another joy-filled tradition: 6 cousins, 10 hours, 14 games, priceless memories! Love our joy traditions! You need to write and share yours, too! #leadlap#MLmagical
In reply to
@tishrich, @AllysonApsey, @burgessdave, @TaraMartinEDU, @OrganicLeaderVB, @AnnickRauch, @LeonLogothetis, @Vroom6, @absotTC, @JCasaTodd
A5. Greeting everyone as they arrive. Keeping with my #oneword question, getting to know the school community, being visible, planning surprises #LeadLAP
A6: a supervisor once had me focus on my “heart lock” the image that I could go back to in my struggle. My family is my heart lock. It could be a place, people, food, etc. #leadLAP
The workaholic is the room might not understand, but I MUST, must, must stop and eat lunch with my colleagues. Not just for the fuel, but to reconnect with adults. #leadLap#BalanceLAP
A5: In NM we have a saying..."If you don't like the weather wait five minutes for the change!" Moments of pause, reflection, & relaxation should be cultivated & imbedded into daily routines for rest & relaxation of minds & bodies separate from lunch & recess! #LeadLAP
I'm strolling through all of these amazing answers #LeadLAP-I want to make a list to tweet out this weekend with some #JoyfulTips on how to #LeadwithJOY-your answers inspired me!!
A6: Never stop moving forward, even on the darker days, remember it's a bad day not a bad life. Teach that to your Ss and move forward that each new days brings new beginnings and new ways of thinking. #LeadLAP
#LeadLap A6 taking time to care for myself, exercise, massages, quiet, reading, playing kickball, spending time with my family and dog, reflecting on my purpose, connecting with #joyambassadors#ifyoucouldseemyface :)
Leading #TLAP on Monday is going to bring me great JOY! Please join us to talk about new school year gifts for every educator! ❤️❤️❤️ #LeadLAP#Path2Serendipity
A6: This one is really hard for me. I have made some commitments (goals) for this year. Write more, see friends and family more and make sure I take the time to work out. I have some accountability partners to help me! #LeadLAP
A5: Greeting students each day, welcoming them to school, high-fives and fist bumps in the hall, conversations with students; positive notes for staff, little gifts (pens, candy, etc...) throughout the year to let staff know you know they are working hard, + many RAKs. #leadlap
A6: I usually don't need (or have) a lot of "replenishment" but I love time with family/friends, sipping a glass of wine at night, listening to my favorite country artists, having family dinner, watching my kid's games, and getting out on the roads for a jog! #leadlap
A5 I think we need more dancing -Ss led Ts and admin in a dance this past year and they were totally ok not knowing what they were doing! The joy in the air was priceless. #LeadLAP
It’s important to take time for yourself and do something you enjoy outside of the daily grind. This time allows for reflection and personal debriefing. Some of mine are, getting outdoors, out of the city and on a dirt road! #LeadLAP
I’m shooting for a once a month massage. I also watch a little Netflix before bed. #littleThings I have also tried to make my office a place that feels inviting and “mine” #Netflix#leadLap
A6.2: I’ve been sharing because it’s most real; recognizing my triggers and the things that block joy is a great step towards remaining in my joy. What ideas, situations, cause you to be emotionally traumatized. This is DIFFERENT than things that make you uncomfortable #LeadLAP
A2: People bring me joy (family, friends, kids, colleagues, PLN). I also am finding joy in doing things I’ve always wanted to do but “didn’t have time.”. I now am reading educational books, connecting w/educators in new ways, reconnecting with friends, etc. #LeadLAP
Yo #LeadLAP crew! Bummed I missed today’s joyfilled chat, but I’m on my way to get my daughter from sleep away camp! Can’t wait to read all the tweets! #Joy is getting to see this kid after two weeks!
I've had the pleasure of seeing this whenever I'm near his classroom. @herraaronfritz believes in building relationships and does a masterful job of making students feel valued. #LeadLap
A5b: Celebrations are so important for students and staff. Learning is hard work, and teaching is hard work. We need to celebrate the great work accomplished in schools and the effort put forth often! #leadlap
This is why this one is so speciat to me-we as educators don't put OUR JOY on the front burner until it's too late-it's a daily act that ensures we serve from a full vessel #LeadLAP#LeadingwithJOY
A6 Be prepared to be honest about how you are feeling. Being over happy everyday is unrealistic. Know who you can share this with and replenish by learning that it is ok to be like this sometimes. Don't be so hard on yourself! #LeadLAP
A6: Love weekends, morning walks, breaks with the kids during the school day, family time, gym time, mommy time, holiday breaks, summer breaks...there is a lot! #LeadLAP
A3: Look for inspiration via #PLN, #JoyfulLeaders, @JonGordon11, Facebook... and then try to share it with others. I love beginning the day in a positive mindset. #LeadLAP
A6: I refuel my joy by spending time with family, friends, reading, walking, creating, writing and getting enough sleep! Also, need solitude and time to reflect #leadlap
A6: I sing, I seek out people who I love and respect and spend time with them. I engage in Twitter chats at least once a week to gain inspiration, I go to church each week to be renewed to name a few #leadlap
A6 Sometimes I stop at a store on my way home to browse as a way to just clear my mind. Usually gets me thinking in another direction. Can be hazardous to the wallet though. #LeadLAP
#LeadLap A6a Several weeks ago I stumbled over a @heathercalvert blog post, “Choose to Challenge”.. https://t.co/jungqXuKmM .. my takeaway was from the 2nd paragraph.. Ss leaving school not knowing [practical] how to _____ +
Yes! I agree! It's important to share the "not so great moments," too. When I wrote about the day my mom died (https://t.co/6UYbk0okmc) so many people reached out and shared such kindness to my hurting heart. We have to be real, too! #leadlap#REALedu#passionforkindness
Hey #leadlap and @burgess_shelley Barbara from TX jumping in late because we're trying to get the yard done while it's still in the 90s and not too hot.
You must read this book about JOY. Spot on! #choosejoy
Totally agree! My JOY cup is filled through powerful collaborative conversations with passionate educators. It’s why I love Twitter so much! 😉 #LeadLAP
As educators we need to have eyes that CHOSE to see the unseen. We have to BELIEVE that our kids are capable of more than we ever imagined. #LeadLAP#tlap#SatChat#KidsDeserveIt#edchat#PLN
A6: Reflection, mindfulness, and taking time off to recoup. As my colleague @majesticmonarch has on her wall, "Start each day with a positive thought." Friday afternoon #engagechat and Saturday #LeadLAP clear the path for maintaining joyfulness.
A6: Yoga always refuels my joy as does spending time away from work with my family - I especially love hearing my girls laugh, getting together with friends, reading books that inspire me, being outside in my garden or around the beautiful Pacific Northwest, & much more. #leadlap
A6: Children and music are my JOY; when they collide, magical things happen. Here we are singing You Are My Sunshine to a special friend; be still my heart.
#LeadLAP#choosejoy
A6 #leadlap I call @OrganicLeaderVB. I also love to slow down, read, and clean my house to relax. Dinner with family and friends. Watching Marvel Comics with my sons. Coffee and homemade 🍪 do it for me as well!
All right everyone, I will talk later. I'm off to do some garage saling. Need to find more locks for my #unlocklearning plans for the new school year. #LeadLAP
I agree! I have been reading kids' books this summer since I am switching grades. It was fun to test out the books my Ss will be or are reading!! #leadlap
#LeadLap A6b I’m reminded of this most days. Today my youngest, 21 yo daughter, and I are going to fix a leaky faucet. She chose to learn now from the “OldMan”.. listening to questions from others seeking help and then stepping up to share what i know brings joy.
A4: Be with the kids as much as possible (halls, cafeteria, classroom, playground, bus). Kids always bring me joy! They help me stay “present” & in the moment. It’s amazing how much joy you miss on a daily basis just by not taking time to pause & notice! #LeadLAP
Have you read Before We Were Yours? Three different friends brought it to me and said they thought it was great! I have not read it yet but the pressure is on.... #LeadLAP
In reply to
@burgess_shelley, @LeslieLuck1, @OrganicLeaderVB
There are so many Ss who do not feel lunch and recess are "rest" or "relaxing." They are loud, overstimulating, and stressful. We have to give those kids their rest time too, several times in the school day with us if possible. #Leadlap
A2 spending quiet moments in the morning alone, loud moments with my family and friends and being grateful for the ability to do both. Being able live what I am passionate about brings me joy. #LeadLAP
A6: Reflection is a major part of my process. While reflecting alone or with my PLN, I take time to make sure that my attitude, behavior and choices align with my purpose, mission and vision. #LeadLap
Love it!!! We actually have one of our team norms “It is perfectly acceptable to break out in random song” - so awesome! You are my people!! I loved singing in church choir! #leadlap
Exciting and terrifying were the 2 words I used to describe it!! BUT - I'm all about the risk taking and out of my comfort zone this year! #bringiton#LeadLAP#REALedu
In reply to
@TaraMartinEDU, @KaliSlusser, @BarbaraGruener, @AllysonApsey
A7 - I am going to restart my gratitude journal. One line a day telling something I am grateful for. If it is a person, I will make sure to tell them :) #leadlap
A7: Remember to refill your own joy. You are just as important as those you come across each day. In order to be there for others, we also need to take care of our own joy! #LeadLAP
A7 I'm using social media to tell my school's story. https://t.co/E3D4AR1RQh tells the story of #joy and makes the narrative louder than the rest! #leadlap
Thank you to this amazing crew for sharing and learning with us today. So appreciate @OrganicLeaderVB for leading. Have a joyful weekend everyone! #LeadLAP
Special thanks to @OrganicLeaderVB for leading this uplifting #LeadLAP chat this morning. You are a constant source of positivity and joy in my PLN, Akilah! #tlap
A7: I will seek intentional ways to bring joy to my teachers. They can’t be effective if they are asked to lead from empty cups. I will work hard to lighten their loads. #LeadLAP#LeadingwithJOY@OrganicLeaderVB#JoyfulLeaders
A7). Today’s chat reminded me again of always being present and genuine with my interactions w/ Students and staff! Smile, laugh and truly listen! This will be a source of joy! #LeadLAP
A7: Don’t forget your Why, always remember it all starts with #Culturize and all things discussed help make it happen. Do your best to never show stress and show you’re always happy to see the person in front of you! #LeadLAP
