#oklaed Archive
This is the official Twitter account for #OklaEd, thehashtag that brings OK educators together. #OklaEd is not political & promotes constructive dialogue.
Sunday January 1, 2017
9:00 PM EST
valariefarrow
Jan 1 @ 9:00 PM EST
Check out this Google Doc from
@SEANJFAHEY
https://t.co/bhynJBrvNe
What's your
#OneNewWord2017
?
#oklaed
#SuccessTPS
In reply to @SEANJFAHEY
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:00 PM EST
Happy New Year! Welcome to our first
#oklaed
chat of 2017. Please share your name, title, and one word that captures your present mood.
valariefarrow
Jan 1 @ 9:01 PM EST
Valarie Farrow, AP Tulsa.
#OneNewWord2017
Determined
#oklaed
#SuccessTPS
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:00 PM EST
Happy New Year! Welcome to our first
#oklaed
chat of 2017. Please share your name, title, and one word that captures your present mood.
jlreed2011
Jan 1 @ 9:01 PM EST
Jack Reed, Assistant Principal, rested
#oklaed
nancy_nwilliams
Jan 1 @ 9:01 PM EST
Nancy Williams -Reading Specialist - Idabel Primary South
#oklaed
shawnhime
- Moderator
Jan 1 @ 9:01 PM EST
Shawn Hime.
@OSSBAoklahoma
#oklaEd
In reply to @OSSBAoklahoma
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:01 PM EST
Rick Cobb – Mid-Del Superintendent,
@okeducation
blogger,
@SNU_MAEL
adjunct professor: congested
#oklaed
#MDPurpose
In reply to @okeducation, @SNU_MAEL
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:00 PM EST
Happy New Year! Welcome to our first
#oklaed
chat of 2017. Please share your name, title, and one word that captures your present mood.
JBlackshare
Jan 1 @ 9:01 PM EST
Jennifer Blackshare, assistant principal at Jenks Middle school
#oklaed
manders416
Jan 1 @ 9:01 PM EST
Amanda Smith, 5th, Moore
#oklaed
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:01 PM EST
Michelle Waters, 9-11 English, Wayne High School. Optimistic
#oklaed
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:02 PM EST
Blue Cereal - Official Grenade-Thrower & Pot-Stirrer for the People. Mood? Resolved.
#oklaed
coach57
Jan 1 @ 9:02 PM EST
Kevin Hime superintendent
#cpsreds
#oklaed
awages1
Jan 1 @ 9:02 PM EST
Angie Wages, Mid-Del Educator, reflective
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:00 PM EST
Happy New Year! Welcome to our first
#oklaed
chat of 2017. Please share your name, title, and one word that captures your present mood.
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:02 PM EST
Claudia Swisher, resident loudmouth...my word is torn:
#Sherlock
and
#oklaed
FatCatArtist
Jan 1 @ 9:02 PM EST
Drew Robinson, Online Content Coordinator, Tulsa Public Schools...excited!
#oklaed
MrsHime
Jan 1 @ 9:02 PM EST
Steph Hime AP/ELL/EdTech/GT Rejuvenated
#cpsreds
#swelem
#oklaed
mcvay51
Jan 1 @ 9:02 PM EST
Craig McVay, Supt., El Reno, tan,rested and ready. Lol
#oklaed
saul02_terry
Jan 1 @ 9:02 PM EST
Terry Saul Sequoyah Eagles Supt. Come Soar With Us!
#OklaEd
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:02 PM EST
Meghan Loyd. MS Choir in BA. Mood word-relaxed.
#oklaed
MrsBeck25
- Moderator
Jan 1 @ 9:02 PM EST
Anne Beck, Ed tech
@oueducation
#OklaEd
In reply to @oueducation
Luvs2BakeCookez
Jan 1 @ 9:02 PM EST
Kindergarten teacher Lisa. Happy
#oklaed
jcbjr
Jan 1 @ 9:02 PM EST
John Bennett, Emeritus Professor living in Virginia. One word: Hopeful!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:03 PM EST
Tonight's
#oklaed
chat will center on our role as educators as change agents and in leading positive improvement.
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:03 PM EST
Debbie Thoreson, P of 1st grade girl, T of English 3 & AP, Dewey High School, reflective
#oklaed
mrbadura
Jan 1 @ 9:03 PM EST
Hey
#oklaed
Craig here from Nebraska. Mood word is energized.
KimberBlodgett
Jan 1 @ 9:03 PM EST
Kim 5th grade at Little Axe! Loving the heck out of my break!
#oklaed
bridgestyler
Jan 1 @ 9:03 PM EST
Tyler Bridges, Asst Supt for
#cpsreds
. 'Ready' for 2017.
#oklaed
lindahaslerreid
Jan 1 @ 9:03 PM EST
Linda Reid, Principal, Jenks East Intermediate. Hopeful. Or supercalifragilistic; can't decide.
#oklaed
MrStevenKerr
Jan 1 @ 9:03 PM EST
Hello everyone! I'm Steven a Middle School Assistant Principal from Missouri! Word is excited, because I get to connect with OK!
#oklaed
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:03 PM EST
Kathy Dunn, Mid-Del Assistant Superintendent. Wishing
#oklaed
many good reads, victories, & blessed moments to celebrate in 2017!
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:03 PM EST
But that doesn't fit reformers' narrative of greedy teachers
#oklaed
In reply to @nancy_nwilliams, @Bill_Shapard
collums_dawn
Jan 1 @ 9:03 PM EST
Dawn Collums, sped tchr okcps
#oklaed
Mood:procrastinating!
MPSTechnology
Jan 1 @ 9:04 PM EST
Jun Kim, Dir. of Tech, Moore.
#Chilazed
#OklaEd
mcvay51
Jan 1 @ 9:04 PM EST
Sorry, I have problems following directions. 3 words
#oklaed
kriscoop80
Jan 1 @ 9:04 PM EST
Kristy Cooper, Leadership/Math Teacher Del City HS, Tired!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:00 PM EST
Happy New Year! Welcome to our first
#oklaed
chat of 2017. Please share your name, title, and one word that captures your present mood.
JBlackshare
Jan 1 @ 9:04 PM EST
I forgot to do my one word...sick! I never get sick but I've been down for 3 days and I'm ready to get going again for 2017.
#oklaed
joy4ok
Jan 1 @ 9:04 PM EST
Joy Hofmeister, State Supt. Happy New Year!🎉
#oklaed
BlossJulie
Jan 1 @ 9:04 PM EST
Julie Bloss, Principal Grove ECC- excited 🎉
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:04 PM EST
This guy is making chat difficult!
#oklaed
mrsmcreading
Jan 1 @ 9:04 PM EST
Amber McMath Owasso 7gc LangArts. Feeling grateful I remembered it was Sunday night.
#oklaed
KimberBlodgett
Jan 1 @ 9:04 PM EST
Cripes! I already messed up! One word: fail
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Let's get started ... by reflecting on some positive things that happened for
#oklaed
in our state in 2016.
nancy_nwilliams
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Absolutely!
#oklaed
In reply to @ClaudiaSwisher, @Bill_Shapard
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Kenny Ward principal
@Bridge_Creek_MS
#oklaed
In reply to @Bridge_Creek_MS
jlreed2011
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
A1) No more EOIs
#oklaed
stephoni
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Stephoni Case SNU Prof and Ed Leadership instructor
@SNU_MAEL
#OklaEd
In reply to @SNU_MAEL
givepullorpitch
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Andy Gower Superintendent Konawa Schools watching the Packers and Lions
#oklaed
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
#oklaed
Oh ONE word - disobedient! or verbose! Either one!
jasonbengs
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Jason Bengs
#cpsreds
tech director
#oklaed
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
A1 We got rid of the EOIs. Now, we just need to get rid of standardized testing overall... Did I mention optimistic?
#oklaed
lindahaslerreid
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Welcome, Jennifer! First time or have I just missed you?
#oklaed
In reply to @JBlackshare
drewprice11
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Drew Price - Professional Development Office @
#okcps
- Skeptical (but hopeful)
#oklaed
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
A1: More actual relationships. More actual connections. More actual support. More actual.
#oklaed
valariefarrow
Jan 1 @ 9:06 PM EST
A1: The large number of
#oklaed
Teacher caucus that ran for office!
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Let's get started ... by reflecting on some positive things that happened for
#oklaed
in our state in 2016.
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:06 PM EST
A1
#oklaed
Eliminating the EOIs. They were a waste of time, money, and human potential; really curbed innovative instruction.
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Let's get started ... by reflecting on some positive things that happened for
#oklaed
in our state in 2016.
manders416
Jan 1 @ 9:06 PM EST
A1 No more EOIs, changes to TLE
#oklaed
MrP_tchr
- Moderator
Jan 1 @ 9:06 PM EST
Hey everyone! Anthony from Stillwater here. My mood word is . . . rested
#oklaed
MPSTechnology
Jan 1 @ 9:06 PM EST
A1: More people becoming aware of
#oklaed
issues
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:06 PM EST
A1 --
#oklaed
came together for a goal...we may have fallen short...this time, but we are united.
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Let's get started ... by reflecting on some positive things that happened for
#oklaed
in our state in 2016.
coach57
Jan 1 @ 9:06 PM EST
Vouchers were stopped one more time
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Let's get started ... by reflecting on some positive things that happened for
#oklaed
in our state in 2016.
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:06 PM EST
A1: No more No Child Left Behind!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Let's get started ... by reflecting on some positive things that happened for
#oklaed
in our state in 2016.
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:06 PM EST
A1: Changes to the TLE.
@JasonPerez75
#TLEisOK
#oklaed
In reply to @JasonPerez75
JessRob
Jan 1 @ 9:06 PM EST
Jessica Robinson M.A. Hist, HS Teacher, optimistic
#oklaed
lindahaslerreid
Jan 1 @ 9:06 PM EST
A1 Supt. Joy! Oh, I guess that's a given!
#oklaed
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:06 PM EST
Getting rid of EOIs helped me connect better with my Ss than I have ever been able to before.
#oklaed
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:06 PM EST
A1
#oklaed
Eliminating the EOIs. They were a waste of time, money, and human potential; really curbed innovative instruction.
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Let's get started ... by reflecting on some positive things that happened for
#oklaed
in our state in 2016.
cdeen15
Jan 1 @ 9:07 PM EST
Christy Deen, Computers/Yearbook/future admin, Davis.
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:07 PM EST
We DID stop them...and are ready to do that again!
#oklaed
#ESAisNotOK
coach57
Jan 1 @ 9:06 PM EST
Vouchers were stopped one more time
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Let's get started ... by reflecting on some positive things that happened for
#oklaed
in our state in 2016.
JBlackshare
Jan 1 @ 9:07 PM EST
No, not my first time but we usually have our LifeGroup on Sunday nights so I've been out for a while.
#oklaed
In reply to @lindahaslerreid
MrP_tchr
- Moderator
Jan 1 @ 9:07 PM EST
New standards for math to help us go deeper!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Let's get started ... by reflecting on some positive things that happened for
#oklaed
in our state in 2016.
awages1
Jan 1 @ 9:07 PM EST
My participation! 😜
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Let's get started ... by reflecting on some positive things that happened for
#oklaed
in our state in 2016.
MrsHime
Jan 1 @ 9:07 PM EST
A1: Reduced th number of tests our Ss must take
#oklaed
Ro1julie
Jan 1 @ 9:07 PM EST
Julie Robinson, 1st Grade teacher, Moore
#oklaed
collums_dawn
Jan 1 @ 9:07 PM EST
A1) Yes for this!!!!
#oklaed
valariefarrow
Jan 1 @ 9:06 PM EST
A1: The large number of
#oklaed
Teacher caucus that ran for office!
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Let's get started ... by reflecting on some positive things that happened for
#oklaed
in our state in 2016.
KimberBlodgett
Jan 1 @ 9:07 PM EST
A1: I wanted to say more focus on
#oklaed
but lack of action still.
mrsmcreading
Jan 1 @ 9:07 PM EST
A1)
@DossettFor34
former Owasso teacher is now representing us! Hooray
#oklaed
for teacher-politicians!
In reply to @DossettFor34
nsulla
Jan 1 @ 9:07 PM EST
Jazzed
#Oklaed
! Dr. Nancy Sulla here; creator of the Learner-Active, Technology-Infused Classroom
#LATIC
; Pres
@IDECorp
; author of:
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:07 PM EST
A1: I’m celebrating the new friends that I met in the
#oklaed
network in 2016. Will add more new friends and steal more great ideas in 2017.
jcbjr
Jan 1 @ 9:07 PM EST
#oklaed
A1: Broad commitment to getting education's story more broadly understood.
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Let's get started ... by reflecting on some positive things that happened for
#oklaed
in our state in 2016.
michaeldeanreid
Jan 1 @ 9:07 PM EST
A1) No more EOIs!
#OklaEd
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:07 PM EST
A1b: How could I have forgotten our new ELA standards! That sure helped!
#oklaed
Now, if only everyone were using them...
bridgestyler
Jan 1 @ 9:07 PM EST
A1: Our voice has been magnified and many are now realizing, understanding, & asking questions about the situation
#oklaed
is in.
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:08 PM EST
A1 -- We KNOW what we're up against...we understand what's at stake.
#oklaed
MrWilliamsOK
Jan 1 @ 9:08 PM EST
A1: testing reform, term limits ended some obstacles, of course we have some new ones now, but we are battle tested too
#BringOn2017
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Let's get started ... by reflecting on some positive things that happened for
#oklaed
in our state in 2016.
hoffman_debbie
Jan 1 @ 9:08 PM EST
Debbie. Cache 5/6 Principal, fmr ELA tchr 7-12
#oklaed
lindahaslerreid
Jan 1 @ 9:08 PM EST
A1: New awareness among leg that education funding in OK is not okay.
#oklaed
kriscoop80
Jan 1 @ 9:08 PM EST
A1: ✌🏼out EOIs. Still skeptical. But One Math Test is Better than 3.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Let's get started ... by reflecting on some positive things that happened for
#oklaed
in our state in 2016.
MrsBeck25
- Moderator
Jan 1 @ 9:08 PM EST
A1: We survived....
#OklaEd
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:08 PM EST
A1 got rid of test score in the TLE process.
#oklaed
Ro1julie
Jan 1 @ 9:08 PM EST
New Standards
#oklaed
cdeen15
Jan 1 @ 9:08 PM EST
A1, more dialogue among teachers to improve oklaed.
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:09 PM EST
A1 -- and an awareness that
#oklaed
is determined to fight for our students and our schools.
lindahaslerreid
Jan 1 @ 9:08 PM EST
A1: New awareness among leg that education funding in OK is not okay.
#oklaed
alprather
Jan 1 @ 9:09 PM EST
Aysha Prather, middle school parent, Noble Public Schools; unrelenting
#oklaed
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:09 PM EST
Now we just need to get the test scores out of the school grade process...
#oklaed
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:08 PM EST
A1 got rid of test score in the TLE process.
#oklaed
nancy_nwilliams
Jan 1 @ 9:09 PM EST
A1 Although we were unsuccessful in passing the resolution to give teachers a pay raise, we shined more light on the problem.
#oklaed
joy4ok
Jan 1 @ 9:09 PM EST
A1: Repeal of 7 EOIs from state law. $50M rainy day funding amid state's General Revenue failure. All done by OK Legislature/Gov.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Let's get started ... by reflecting on some positive things that happened for
#oklaed
in our state in 2016.
room20awesome
Jan 1 @ 9:09 PM EST
Joining late! Jennifer, Moore, 1st grade.
#oklaed
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:09 PM EST
A1 the need for teacher pay raises were heard loud and clear. Will
#okleg
respond?
#oklaed
JBlackshare
Jan 1 @ 9:09 PM EST
Call it my 'positivity', but I really believe we finally have teacher pay as the #1 concern of our legs!
#oklaed
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:10 PM EST
A1b
#oklaed
Let's not forget the rise of the Teacher Caucus!
#oklaed
#OKElections16
AssignmentHelpN
Jan 1 @ 9:10 PM EST
17 for ’17: Experts on E-learning & EdTech Trends for 2017
https://t.co/I9aiwWWsrV
#hsgovchat
#iaedchat
#oklaed
#probchat
#txeduchat
mcvay51
Jan 1 @ 9:10 PM EST
A1) Focus on issue of teacher shortage and compensation became more publicized.
#oklaed
MrStevenKerr
Jan 1 @ 9:10 PM EST
A1: For me it was entering
#oklaed
chats and learning from some great educators in that state!
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:10 PM EST
we are pretty cool!
#oklaed
In reply to @MrStevenKerr
room20awesome
Jan 1 @ 9:10 PM EST
A1 Fewer # of tests, new standards...great
#oklaed
educators!!
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Q2
#oklaed
lindahaslerreid
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
A1 I love this. It's reminding me of the progress we made. No EOIs, modifying A-F, fewerstandardized tests, modified TLE - and Joy.
#oklaed
Bhayes72
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Brian Hayes, MS Choir at Glenpool, content......
#oklaed
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Bad grammar! sorry! The need was heard...
#oklaed
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:09 PM EST
A1 the need for teacher pay raises were heard loud and clear. Will
#okleg
respond?
#oklaed
kriscoop80
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Same 👏🏻👏🏻
#oklaed
MrStevenKerr
Jan 1 @ 9:10 PM EST
A1: For me it was entering
#oklaed
chats and learning from some great educators in that state!
coach57
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
#oklaed
set another record for emergency certs in 2016
hoffman_debbie
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
A1 reduced testing; elemin quantitative on TLE
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
An amazing group of educators risked everything to run for office. We will see them again!
#oklaed
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:10 PM EST
A1b
#oklaed
Let's not forget the rise of the Teacher Caucus!
#oklaed
#OKElections16
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
A1. There were many educational heroes celebrating a job well done with over +30 years.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:05 PM EST
Let's get started ... by reflecting on some positive things that happened for
#oklaed
in our state in 2016.
DrewC75
Jan 1 @ 9:12 PM EST
Drew. Adair HS. US History. Sorry I'm late.
#oklaed
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:12 PM EST
A2
@ClaudiaSwisher
,
@manders416
, and all 500+/- students I've taught in my career
#oklaed
In reply to @ClaudiaSwisher, @manders416
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:12 PM EST
A2:
#oklaed
these three had a tremendously positive impact on my life Tatum, Luke, and Pete the Cat. All live victorious, positive lives.
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:12 PM EST
A2: Beginning National Board Certification has been motivational and has already changed my teaching!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Q2
#oklaed
coach57
Jan 1 @ 9:12 PM EST
ISTE 2016
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Q2
#oklaed
cdeen15
Jan 1 @ 9:12 PM EST
A2
@aboatman
gave a great presentation at Encyclomedia.
#oklaed
In reply to @aboatman
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:12 PM EST
https://t.co/59Zae4rI3j
So, my friend
@CohenD
wrote a book. Great recommendations for CA, and
#oklaed
In reply to @CohenD
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Q2
#oklaed
Bhayes72
Jan 1 @ 9:12 PM EST
A1. End of the dreaded EOI tests.
#oklaed
FatCatArtist
Jan 1 @ 9:13 PM EST
A2 My mind has been blown by the
@instituteofplay
and their work with game-based learning!
#oklaed
In reply to @instituteofplay
valariefarrow
Jan 1 @ 9:13 PM EST
A2: The terrific Ts
@TulsaWillRogers
positively impact and influence me everyday! Love the way they interact w/ our Ss!
#oklaed
#SuccessTPS
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Q2
#oklaed
MrP_tchr
- Moderator
Jan 1 @ 9:13 PM EST
Nuts and Bolts Symposium in Destin, FL allowed me to share and grow as a person professionally.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Q2
#oklaed
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:13 PM EST
A2.
@BIEpbl
's Summits gave me the courage to finally stretch wings and fly out of the comfort zone.
#oklaed
In reply to @BIEpbl
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Q2
#oklaed
mrbadura
Jan 1 @ 9:13 PM EST
A2:
@catlett1
@tishrich
@Kmcneese1
@phillipshuskies
@RhulsHuls
@bklawonnNE
@TimElge
@hcallihan
@mickie_mueller
just to name a few
#oklaed
In reply to @catlett1, @tishrich, @Kmcneese1, @phillipshuskies, @RhulsHuls, @bklawonnNE, @TimElge, @hcallihan, @mickie_mueller
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:13 PM EST
A2: 180+ kids that made some awesome music this year.
#oklaed
kriscoop80
Jan 1 @ 9:13 PM EST
A2: Going to the NASC Conf & hearing
@philboyte
talk about school culture/relationships. Then having him come speak to my school
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Q2
#oklaed
JBlackshare
Jan 1 @ 9:13 PM EST
I don't want to sound corny, but my students positively influence me daily. They inspire me and win my heart year after year.
#oklaed
drewprice11
Jan 1 @ 9:13 PM EST
a2: Better Conversations by Jim Knight
#Oklaed
MrsHime
Jan 1 @ 9:13 PM EST
The Ball by
@ToddWhitaker
#oklaed
In reply to @ToddWhitaker
michale_gentry
Jan 1 @ 9:13 PM EST
A2) All the new SKIE regional winners inspired me in 2016.
#k20skie
#oklaed
a lil' late, NPS teacher
jlreed2011
Jan 1 @ 9:13 PM EST
A2: Leaders of Learning; How Districts, Schools, and Classroom Leaders Improve Student Achievement
#oklaed
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:13 PM EST
Asb: Also, being a part of the ELA Implementation Collaborative for the new standards made me pause and consider lessons more
#oklaed
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:13 PM EST
THIS is exactly what I am thinking.
#oklaed
JBlackshare
Jan 1 @ 9:13 PM EST
I don't want to sound corny, but my students positively influence me daily. They inspire me and win my heart year after year.
#oklaed
MrStevenKerr
Jan 1 @ 9:14 PM EST
A2: Books: Kids Deserve It, Classroom Chef, Energy Bus
#oklaed
KimberBlodgett
Jan 1 @ 9:14 PM EST
A2: hands down the
#FierceWomenofOklaed
you made 2016 so much more bearable for me!
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:14 PM EST
Watching
#Sherlock
try to reason with an infant over a rattle...sorry,
#oklaed
. Distracted!!
lindahaslerreid
Jan 1 @ 9:14 PM EST
A2 Leader in Me (book and Principals' Summit); Brain Rules by John Medina
#oklaed
saul02_terry
Jan 1 @ 9:14 PM EST
#OklaEd
A2 Everything Jon Gordon writes Great 4 your team reads! Energy Bus n Hard Hat are way good! Also his One Word exercise is powerful
DrewC75
Jan 1 @ 9:14 PM EST
A2: I read 1984. A2: I also read up on flexible seating, dumped my desks and brought in tables, chairs, a recliner, etc.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Q2
#oklaed
collums_dawn
Jan 1 @ 9:14 PM EST
A2) Mission High , book about a diverse school in San Francisco overcoming odds like
@okcps
#oklaed
In reply to @OKCPS
jcbjr
Jan 1 @ 9:14 PM EST
#oklaed
A2: George Couros' book, "Innovator Mindset."
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Q2
#oklaed
coach57
Jan 1 @ 9:14 PM EST
@ToddWhitaker
has many books I regularly reread for leadership advice
#oklaed
In reply to @ToddWhitaker
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Q2
#oklaed
Bhayes72
Jan 1 @ 9:14 PM EST
A2. My wife. She is my #1 supporter in all things. Married 20 years on Dec. 21st.
#oklaed
MrWilliamsOK
Jan 1 @ 9:15 PM EST
https://t.co/yQxZt6mxuI
incredible read & remarkable insight
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Q2
#oklaed
michaeldeanreid
Jan 1 @ 9:15 PM EST
A2) PLCs at Work
#OklaEd
Ro1julie
Jan 1 @ 9:15 PM EST
Q2 the OK Math Frameworks Team has been amazing for me! What an amazing team to work with and learn from this summer!
#oklaed
BlossJulie
Jan 1 @ 9:15 PM EST
A2- Kids Deserve It- by far THE book of 2016 that impacted me most. If you haven't read it- do so asap & follow
#kidsdeserveit
#oklaed
MPSTechnology
Jan 1 @ 9:15 PM EST
A2: Not to get too mushy, but the
#mooreschools
Ts on
#oklaed
that kept me focused on why I'm doing what I'm doing.
mcvay51
Jan 1 @ 9:15 PM EST
A2)
#oklaed
these three inspire me to fight for their future!
JessRob
Jan 1 @ 9:15 PM EST
A2: Just Mercy - Bryan Stephenson
#oklaed
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:15 PM EST
A2
@AMLE
leadership institute! Learned lots & connected w/ many
@EduGladiators
from all over the US & the world!
#oklaed
In reply to @AMLE, @EduGladiators
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:15 PM EST
A2: Oh and
@BlueCerealEduc
#11FF
#oklaed
In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:15 PM EST
A2 cont. Connecting with
#oklaed
,
#otaem16
and
#edcampokc
then having an opportunity to present at various locations.
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Q2
#oklaed
cdeen15
Jan 1 @ 9:16 PM EST
A2.
@shannonmmiller
also is very motivational!
#oklaed
In reply to @shannonmmiller
okeducation
Jan 1 @ 9:16 PM EST
A2
#oklaed
My Superintendent's Advisory Board - they challenge the way I see the district and our
#MDPurpose
mrsmcreading
Jan 1 @ 9:16 PM EST
A2) Not reading stuff by
@gcouros
? Start! Also my awesome asst prin-kicked my butt and lost 25lbs! New spin on admin accountability!
#oklaed
In reply to @gcouros
manders416
Jan 1 @ 9:16 PM EST
A2
@angmlittle
and
@BlueCerealEduc
's tireless efforts during the elections.
#oklaed
In reply to @angmlittle, @BlueCerealEduc
awages1
Jan 1 @ 9:16 PM EST
A2: I LOVE working for
@grendelrick
who intentionally sets out to build relationships with kids (and us).
#oklaed
In reply to @grendelrick
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Q2
#oklaed
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:16 PM EST
A2 PLC conference in Edmond.
#oklaed
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:16 PM EST
@ClaudiaSwisher
I want to be you when I grow up. :D
#oklaed
In reply to @ClaudiaSwisher
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:15 PM EST
Awww -- thanks. That means a lot!
#FriendsForever
In reply to @watersenglish, @manders416
michaeldeanreid
Jan 1 @ 9:16 PM EST
A2a) I read the book "Wonder" every middle school teacher, principal, and staff member should read it!
#OklaEd
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
Q3
#oklaed
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
A2: Too many
#oklaed
folks to even attempt to list - I know, cheesy, right?
awages1
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
A2: Great read!
#oklaed
KimberBlodgett
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
A2: special shout out to
@JennWillNinja
@apteacher813
@CapaDew7
@Scrichley
though for being what keeps me grounded!
#oklaed
In reply to @JennWillNinja, @apteacher813, @CapaDew7, @Scrichley
room20awesome
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
A2
@MrsHime
@GauntTonya
both of these ladies have shared ideas and been an encouragement!
@manders416
has been amazing as well!
#oklaed
In reply to @MrsHime, @GauntTonya, @manders416
drewprice11
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
A2: about 60 hard-working Instructional coaches @
#okcps
#oklaed
hoffman_debbie
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
A2-oklaed,
@branch7
#omlea
,
@joy4ok
, students were pos influences
#oklaed
In reply to @branch7, @joy4ok
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
A3: I completed my second level of Kodaly music instruction.
#PraiseZolton
#oklaed
nsulla
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
A book that positively influenced me this year: Grit by
@angeladuckw
#Oklaed
In reply to @angeladuckw
coach57
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
Time management
#oklaed
. Still a work in progress
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
Q3
#oklaed
valariefarrow
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
A3: Joined
@RelayGSE
#oklaed
In reply to @RelayGSE
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
Q3
#oklaed
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:18 PM EST
A3 I started asking Ss to complete quickwrites each day & I did them too. Then we all shared. Also started Socratic Seminars.
#oklaed
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:18 PM EST
A3: Working with our Fine Arts program made me a better person, admin, & better musician! Our FA Ts have amazing talents & share em.
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:18 PM EST
A3: And I stayed here...
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:18 PM EST
Fine Arts rock!
#oklaed
In reply to @KathySDunn
coach57
Jan 1 @ 9:18 PM EST
#cpsreds
developed
#oklaed
's top MakerSpaces
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
Q3
#oklaed
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:18 PM EST
Thank you for that!!!
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:18 PM EST
A3: And I stayed here...
#oklaed
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:18 PM EST
A3: I started National Board Certification - it complicates matters, but in a positive way. ;-)
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
Q3
#oklaed
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:18 PM EST
Made classroom decisions based on what Ss were capable of instead of what they were actually showing me. Stress WAY down.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
Q3
#oklaed
bridgestyler
Jan 1 @ 9:18 PM EST
A2: My family drives me and fulfills me every day of every year. Truly blessed.
#oklaed
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:18 PM EST
A2
#owpsi2016
revolutionized my English classes.
#oklaed
KimberBlodgett
Jan 1 @ 9:18 PM EST
A3: loads of professional development all summer and year long. Part of the CORPS K20 Program at OU.
#oklaed
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
A3
#oklaed
Went to each school in the district and listened to the teachers. I'm too insulated from their thoughts at times.
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
Q3
#oklaed
jlreed2011
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
A3: I pause and consider how to listen better in order to offer better ways to help our Ts engage our Ss better in the clsrm
#oklaed
lindahaslerreid
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
A2 people? My fellow admin
@jenksps
I love our monthly meetings. Great ideas & chances to laugh, vent, brainstorm
#oklaed
In reply to @jenksps
room20awesome
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
A3 Incorporarted more tech into my classroom. Continued to grow my twitter PLN
#oklaed
kcizz1e
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
A3. I completely rethought how I deliver content and check understanding. Trying to do less grading and more teaching
#oklaed
coach57
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
#cpsreds
so lucky to have 2 of
#oklaed
's best
room20awesome
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
A2
@MrsHime
@GauntTonya
both of these ladies have shared ideas and been an encouragement!
@manders416
has been amazing as well!
#oklaed
In reply to @MrsHime, @GauntTonya, @manders416
awages1
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
A3: Laugh more, worry less, intentional FUN
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
Q3
#oklaed
cdeen15
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
A3 - I'm encouraging my yearbook students to use video in our yearbook this year - aurasma app.
#oklaed
collums_dawn
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
A3) Headed to school for
@SNU_MAEL
,ed leadership, to be an admin who advocates for tchrs,
@stephoni
#oklaed
In reply to @SNU_MAEL, @stephoni
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
A3: Not sure I should count getting certified in two other states to facilitate job search this spring...?
#oklaed
PrincipalNyberg
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
Hi
#oklaed
Sorry I'm late, but just finished dinner with the fam. Brant from WYO
nsulla
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
A3) My personal job improvement action? Daily meditation. Awesome energy builder and clarifier. Transcend the mundane!
#oklaed
FatCatArtist
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
A3 I deep-dived into
#personalizedlearning
& tools like
@Qualtrics
to see how tech can help individualize professional development!
#oklaed
In reply to @Qualtrics
MrWilliamsOK
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
A3: I finished my masters degree
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
Q3
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
right. Do I count that?
#oklaed
In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:20 PM EST
You can never teach the same way after
#owpsi2016
...or any other SI!
#oklaed
In reply to @watersenglish
JBlackshare
Jan 1 @ 9:20 PM EST
Changed frame of mind,I quit blaming myself when I didn't reach students,I focused on those that I did influence.
#preventingburnout
#oklaed
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:20 PM EST
Congratulations!
#oklaed
In reply to @MrWilliamsOK
drewprice11
Jan 1 @ 9:20 PM EST
a3: read a few books and RE-Read some others. Then actually used some ideas/information from reading to organize PD for IC's
#oklaed
mrsmcreading
Jan 1 @ 9:20 PM EST
A3) Stopped buying lessons on TpT. Started trusting my own ideas and instincts. Then created a platform to freely share.
#oklaed
FatCatArtist
Jan 1 @ 9:20 PM EST
Rock on, my friend! Congrats!
#oklaed
MrWilliamsOK
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
A3: I finished my masters degree
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
Q3
#oklaed
jcbjr
Jan 1 @ 9:20 PM EST
#oklaed
A3: I spent (and continue to spend) quality time on how to bring the positives of home schooling into formal education.
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
Q3
#oklaed
bridgestyler
Jan 1 @ 9:20 PM EST
A3: Try to be intentional about developing relationships all over the state that help to improve me as a professional.
#oklaed
DrewC75
Jan 1 @ 9:20 PM EST
A3: I'm always trying little things. I don't know if I've improved. Time will tell.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
Q3
#oklaed
Bhayes72
Jan 1 @ 9:20 PM EST
A3. I started chatting with you all which has given me tons of new insight into how I can do my job better.
#oklaed
saul02_terry
Jan 1 @ 9:20 PM EST
#OklaEd
Gratitude walks to every part of our campus n every department !
mrsaj4
Jan 1 @ 9:20 PM EST
no, no you shouldn't
#stillbitter
#oklaed
In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
michaeldeanreid
Jan 1 @ 9:20 PM EST
A3) Open more lines of communication with all stakeholders.
#OklaEd
PrincipalNyberg
Jan 1 @ 9:21 PM EST
#oklaed
A3. I'm still in learning/survival/first year mode. I think sometimes just showing up in matching socks is an accomplishment.
mrbadura
Jan 1 @ 9:21 PM EST
A3 What
@DrewC75
said. I like that answer!
#oklaed
In reply to @DrewC75
room20awesome
Jan 1 @ 9:21 PM EST
Short answer good...but 28 Ss make it challenging.
#oklaed
manders416
Jan 1 @ 9:19 PM EST
how's flex seating going?
In reply to @room20awesome
bubbatamez
Jan 1 @ 9:21 PM EST
A2 -
@Alton__Carter
I love hearing him share experiences he encountered that our S's also encounter daily.
#oklaed
In reply to @Alton__Carter
BlossJulie
Jan 1 @ 9:21 PM EST
A3- I broadened my PLN through Voxer and Twitter. I love the collaboration with
#principalsinaction
and
#ECEchat
along with
#oklaed
😀
MrStevenKerr
Jan 1 @ 9:21 PM EST
A3: Being okay with trusting others to help with different things in our school and not focusing on doing it all
#oklaed
MrsHime
Jan 1 @ 9:21 PM EST
A3: Always seeking ways to connect, share, learn, grow
#oklaed
hoffman_debbie
Jan 1 @ 9:21 PM EST
A3-collaboration, created makerspace @ our school, OMLEA
#oklaed
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:21 PM EST
A3 worked hard to clarify & improve decision making based on the work of
@AmyFichtner
#oklaed
In reply to @AmyFichtner
Ro1julie
Jan 1 @ 9:21 PM EST
A3 being intentional and making the best use of class time to better serve my 29 firsties.
#oklaed
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:21 PM EST
A3 cont.) Allowed others to SHINE to build more collaboration and communication. "When one wins, we all win! " - Drumline
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
Q3
#oklaed
PrincipalNyberg
Jan 1 @ 9:21 PM EST
ah, makerspace...so jealous.
#oklaed
hoffman_debbie
Jan 1 @ 9:21 PM EST
A3-collaboration, created makerspace @ our school, OMLEA
#oklaed
kriscoop80
Jan 1 @ 9:22 PM EST
A3. Continuously researching how to change in my classroom for S's needs. This year I started INB!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
Q3
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:22 PM EST
A3 -- I served on GrowthGoal team at
#OKSDE
...love the new changes in
#TLE
- makes me want to teach again.
#oklaed
cdeen15
Jan 1 @ 9:22 PM EST
A3 - prepping to learn and use the google classroom.
#oklaed
lindahaslerreid
Jan 1 @ 9:22 PM EST
A3: Priority shift: put the important (Ts, Ss, relationships) before the "urgent" (email, reports)- whenever possible
#oklaed
drewprice11
Jan 1 @ 9:22 PM EST
A3: Learned to use Google Classroom/ Google Hangouts for PD purposes
#oklaed
MrsBeck25
- Moderator
Jan 1 @ 9:22 PM EST
A2:
@austinkleon
Steal Like an Artist
#oklaEd
In reply to @austinkleon
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Q4
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Relationships mean everything! Good for you!
#oklaed
In reply to @lindahaslerreid
awages1
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Truth!! Sometimes it's great to embrace the mismatch, though!
#oklaed
In reply to @PrincipalNyberg
MPSTechnology
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
A3: deeper working understanding about my strengths and weakness as a leader/boss/parent/husband etc.
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
He weighs 60 pounds and doesn't care! He wants to collaborate!!
#oklaed
DrewC75
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
I guess I need to get started on one of those soon...
#oklaed
In reply to @MrWilliamsOK
bubbatamez
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
A3 - connect with educators all over to learn from and share with!
#oklaed
PrincipalNyberg
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Love that book :)
#oklaed
MrsBeck25
- Moderator
Jan 1 @ 9:22 PM EST
A2:
@austinkleon
Steal Like an Artist
#oklaEd
In reply to @austinkleon
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
It's not very difficult - and it can be pretty neat to get student papers in Classroom!
#oklaed
In reply to @cdeen15
angmlittle
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Angela Little | Edmond parent | Business Analyst & public Ed advocate - sorry im late!! House full of kiddos!! :)
#oklaed
jamaalabowman
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
A2: on becoming a leader by Warren Bennis. Hello Everyone
#oklaed
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
A4: .... ?
#oklaed
jasonbengs
Jan 1 @ 9:24 PM EST
A3 Took on a new role that required learning something new nearly everyday, from networking to gov/fcc hurdles
#oklaed
stephoni
Jan 1 @ 9:24 PM EST
A3 A Covey First Things First approach.
#OklaEd
coach57
Jan 1 @ 9:24 PM EST
With So much attention on
#oklaed
being last in per pupil funding just maybe I mean maybe we can get so help
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Q4
#oklaed
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:24 PM EST
A4: Avoiding the obvious $ issues, I'll say seeing more PBL and real life skills in classrooms...
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Q4
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:24 PM EST
A4: For me personally...it would still be teaching in Oklahoma by the end of 2017.
#oklaed
#istillloveyou
PrincipalNyberg
Jan 1 @ 9:24 PM EST
#oklaed
A2. Our district co-hosted a
#GAFEsummit
Amazing :)
bridgestyler
Jan 1 @ 9:24 PM EST
A4: A teacher pay raise must happen. This would be a very late but necessary olive branch to
#oklaed
teachers.
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:24 PM EST
Pick Mid-Del! Pick Mid-Del!! This can be arranged immediately!
@grendelrick
#oklaed
In reply to @grendelrick
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:22 PM EST
A3 -- I served on GrowthGoal team at
#OKSDE
...love the new changes in
#TLE
- makes me want to teach again.
#oklaed
valariefarrow
Jan 1 @ 9:24 PM EST
A4: My opportunity challenge is to get more Ps actively involved in Ss education!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Q4
#oklaed
Bhayes72
Jan 1 @ 9:24 PM EST
A4. The 2017 OK. State legislative session......(wishful thinking, I know)
#oklaed
cdeen15
Jan 1 @ 9:24 PM EST
A4 - teacher pay must be addressed or consequences will be dire.
#oklaed
MrWilliamsOK
Jan 1 @ 9:24 PM EST
A4: we can change hearts & minds... We can show how & why we are important & that our student's matter...
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Q4
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:25 PM EST
A4 -- Several goals: revise
#RSA
, reform funding & raise Ts' salaries.
#oklaed
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:25 PM EST
A4
#oklaed
I'd love to see an accountability system that doesn't label schools.
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Q4
#oklaed
mrsaj4
Jan 1 @ 9:25 PM EST
A4: I have a really snarky answer to
@BlueCerealEduc
and
@meghanloyd
but everyone is being so positive better not
#useurimagination
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Q4
#oklaed
jlreed2011
Jan 1 @ 9:25 PM EST
A4: A return to Teaching for learning and not for testing. It's how we collaborate to put Ts at ease so Ss benefit
#oklaed
drewprice11
Jan 1 @ 9:25 PM EST
A4: I would like to see some changes in how districts across the state approach PD to A more needs-based, job-embedded modeled
#oklaed
JennWillNinja
Jan 1 @ 9:25 PM EST
WU:
#oklaed
Jenn Williams, waiting (& wondering) hoping but not optimistic
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:25 PM EST
A4 teacher pay raises! Much political courage needed! Many tough decisions to be made!
#oklaed
FatCatArtist
Jan 1 @ 9:25 PM EST
A4 I'm excited to see
@TulsaSchools
take on innovation work and design thinking in schools and classrooms across the district
#oklaed
In reply to @TulsaSchools
michaeldeanreid
Jan 1 @ 9:25 PM EST
A4) There are too many to list. Just make sure students are put first.
#OklaEd
KimberBlodgett
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A4: all I know is it starts with attitude. If u already have a bad attitude carrying over into 2017 there is where you start.
#oklaed
Ro1julie
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A4 we need to encourage our peers, it is tough to be a teacher now. Build each other up.
#oklaed
JBlackshare
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A4 After an amazing raise, we can focus on developing programs to reach our communities beyond our PS; where change needs to happen.
#oklaed
jasonbengs
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A4 We always have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of our Ss no matter what our role.
#oklaed
awages1
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A4: strength in numbers; I feel so many educators need our help to get their voices heard; educate!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Q4
#oklaed
mrsmcreading
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A4)I have 86 opportunities everyday. They either see thru me that
#oklaed
is valuable or they eventually become the voters who shut us down.
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A4: Drop the A-F labels. They just don't tell the story correctly.
#oklaed
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A4 We should be able spend our time growing Ss instead of measuring them.
#oklaed
mcvay51
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A4) Continue to keep public focus on teaching and teachers and students and learning
#oklaed
saul02_terry
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
#OklaEd
Is the #1 topic across the state hopefully this allows for some positive movement in the right direction 4 the sake of our Ss n Ts
MPSTechnology
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A4: educate leadership, Ps, Ts about effective
#edtech
vs. tech for tech's sake.
#oklaed
angmlittle
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A1) with the help of many including
@AJ_GriffinOK
@stephaniebice
we kept Paul Blair out of office which was a huge win for
#oklaed
In reply to @AJ_GriffinOK, @stephaniebice
kriscoop80
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A4. Teacher Pay and Respect.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Q4
#oklaed
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:27 PM EST
A4 We should be able to spend our time growing Ss instead of measuring and labeling them.
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:27 PM EST
#DropsMic
#oklaed
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A4 We should be able spend our time growing Ss instead of measuring them.
#oklaed
RhondaHarlow
Jan 1 @ 9:27 PM EST
I agree that RSA must be revised this year.
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:25 PM EST
A4 -- Several goals: revise
#RSA
, reform funding & raise Ts' salaries.
#oklaed
nsulla
Jan 1 @ 9:27 PM EST
A4) Every student that walks through a school door is an opportunity to make a difference in that life. Go for it!
#oklaed
bridgestyler
Jan 1 @ 9:27 PM EST
A4: We have a large group of newly elected officials that
#oklaed
can develop relationships with & encourage to make education a priority.
lindahaslerreid
Jan 1 @ 9:27 PM EST
A4 Well, there's a lot of room there ... but at least we made a good start. I think "the odds are (tipping toward) our favor."
#oklaed
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:27 PM EST
A4: I hate the broken record effect, but we have got to find oodles of great Ts for our Ss
#oklaed
jcbjr
Jan 1 @ 9:27 PM EST
#oklaed
A4: Broaden interaction with legislators and general public - e.g., some of these "citizen teacher" units similar to police ones.
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Q4
#oklaed
Luvs2BakeCookez
Jan 1 @ 9:27 PM EST
A4: work more on social emotional needs with my kinders. Lots of opportunity there .
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:27 PM EST
A4: Teachers would be able to take their dogs to work.
#oklaed
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:28 PM EST
With all the negative that came from the election, there were also some positives for
#oklaed
angmlittle
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A1) with the help of many including
@AJ_GriffinOK
@stephaniebice
we kept Paul Blair out of office which was a huge win for
#oklaed
In reply to @AJ_GriffinOK, @stephaniebice
kcizz1e
Jan 1 @ 9:28 PM EST
A4. Support for Ts instead of grades for Ts based on things out of their control
#oklaed
kriscoop80
Jan 1 @ 9:28 PM EST
Not at all
#oklaed
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A4: Drop the A-F labels. They just don't tell the story correctly.
#oklaed
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:28 PM EST
A4 cont.) Quit trying to fire edicatir/principals for C-F schools when we know that system is flawed.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Q4
#oklaed
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:28 PM EST
#oklaed
I constantly battle with my attitude about the state of our state. Working on it though!!
KimberBlodgett
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A4: all I know is it starts with attitude. If u already have a bad attitude carrying over into 2017 there is where you start.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
Q5
#oklaed
shannonmmiller
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
Thank you
@cdeen15
That means a lot to me.
#oklaed
In reply to @cdeen15
valariefarrow
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
and have
#donuts
provided everyday!!!
#YOD2017
#oklaed
@edgeblogger
@grendelrick
In reply to @meghanloyd, @edgeblogger, @grendelrick
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
A4: You know my thoughts on 2017 legislative session. I expect insulting token gestures, for which they'll want groveling thanks.
#oklaed
.
hoffman_debbie
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
A4-funding for classrooms & teachers
#oklaed
room20awesome
Jan 1 @ 9:30 PM EST
This!!! Tech allows so many opportunities for authentic learning.
#OklaEd
MPSTechnology
Jan 1 @ 9:26 PM EST
A4: educate leadership, Ps, Ts about effective
#edtech
vs. tech for tech's sake.
#oklaed
JBlackshare
Jan 1 @ 9:30 PM EST
They already do at Jenks MS. We read to them once a week.
#oklaed
In reply to @meghanloyd
JennWillNinja
Jan 1 @ 9:30 PM EST
A2:
#oklaed
#educolor
& its contributors continue to aid in my evolution & overall woke-ness. Get hooked in w/ them. Then shut up & learn.
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:30 PM EST
Relationships always have a significant role! We have to be willing to form positive relationships with
#okleg
!
#oklaed
bridgestyler
Jan 1 @ 9:27 PM EST
A4: We have a large group of newly elected officials that
#oklaed
can develop relationships with & encourage to make education a priority.
paige_kelpine
Jan 1 @ 9:30 PM EST
Paige Kelpine, 8th grade Science, hopeful!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:00 PM EST
Happy New Year! Welcome to our first
#oklaed
chat of 2017. Please share your name, title, and one word that captures your present mood.
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:30 PM EST
A5 I need to work on providing more Ss choice in reading & writing. Trust myself & my Ss more. Give them goals, guide as they soar.
#oklaed
valariefarrow
Jan 1 @ 9:30 PM EST
A5: Personalized PD for Ts to take directly back to Ss in classroom!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
Q5
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:30 PM EST
A5: I am moving into a new classroom in March! Bigger and fits my needs!
#oklaed
cdeen15
Jan 1 @ 9:30 PM EST
A5 - We are excited to see our new high school and other bond projects come to life😊
#oklaed
watertankmath
Jan 1 @ 9:30 PM EST
Watertank Math joining in on
#oklaed
tonight. Looks like Q4 already
https://t.co/zb73NilyEy
#alg1chat
#hsclassroom
#caedchat
#nctm17
#ncea17
coach57
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
#cpsreds
needs to continue to accentuate the positives as we strive to improve our weaknesses
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
Q5
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
what?!?! They read to the puppies?!?!
#oklaed
In reply to @JBlackshare
Luvs2BakeCookez
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
A5: pump up my team!! We have work to do.
#oklaed
JennWillNinja
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
A2:
#oklaed
my
#fiercewomenofoklaed
helped me really realize the value of strong, supportive women who shared your interests & passions
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
A5 -- MY district will attempt to replace Joe Siano as Supt...20 years of leadership will be hard match.
#oklaed
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
A5
#oklaed
I'd like to see us pass a bond and make major facilities upgrades.
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
Q5
#oklaed
MrsHime
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
A5: Many opportunities to be authentic, creative, and innovative
#oklaed
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
A5: My Ss will be doing their first Project-based learning project this semester - which could influence a lot in our district!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
Q5
#oklaed
jlreed2011
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
A5: Active engagement for our Ss and Ts scaffolding to help our Ss meet expectations with appropriate rigor, especially ELL & SPED
#oklaed
mcvay51
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
A5) Continue to build around great teaching and its effect on learning and away from teaching to pass a multiple choice exam.
#oklaed
jcbjr
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
#oklaed
A5: Eliminate grades, increase / improve feedback, eliminate textbooks, total student control (aligned with standards).
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
Q5
#oklaed
KimberBlodgett
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
A5: take a leadership role when it comes to boosting moral. Happy staff = happy students! Don't leave it to just admin!
#oklaed
FatCatArtist
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
A5 I'm interested in the potential of game-based learning to improve engagement in professional development
#oklaed
#gbl
drewprice11
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
A5: Moving from abstract to concrete. Its time to stop talking about change and putting together a plan to actually change
#oklaed
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
A5 communication & organization are always in need of improvement!
#oklaed
angmlittle
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
A2) My RA friends inspire me daily. Our bigger 🍎wins like
@MickeyDollens
& Adam Pugh proved to me that good can triumph over evil.
#oklaed
In reply to @MickeyDollens
JennWillNinja
Jan 1 @ 9:32 PM EST
A2:
#oklaed
working on the ELA Task Force w/
@mrjoshflores
leadership was again helpful for my personal PD.
In reply to @mrjoshflores
PrincipalNyberg
Jan 1 @ 9:32 PM EST
#oklaed
A5. Grading practices continue to be an opportuinity for my Ts to make tremendous growth.
OSSBAoklahoma
Jan 1 @ 9:32 PM EST
.
@NormanSchools
is seeking a dynamic, experienced leader for its next supt. Apply today:
https://t.co/kef4h886Oz
#oklaed
#edchat
#suptchat
lindahaslerreid
Jan 1 @ 9:32 PM EST
A5 Our Site Council is focusing on putting more leadership tasks into the hands of our Ss to help them develop life skills
#oklaed
JBlackshare
Jan 1 @ 9:32 PM EST
Yes! Our reading specialist and our ELA resource bring their dogs so the students can read to them every week. LOVE IT!
#oklaed
In reply to @meghanloyd
room20awesome
Jan 1 @ 9:32 PM EST
A5 Coninued growth n using tech 4 authentic learning, do more 2 incorporate maker space, encourage other Ts 2 join
#oklaed
community
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:32 PM EST
A5. Every football team isn't 2000 OU. It takes time to rebuild. Give schools time to rebuild; to get the right culture together.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
Q5
#oklaed
kcizz1e
Jan 1 @ 9:32 PM EST
A5 Implementing some strategies that remove stress (for me) and distractions (for students). Refusing to allow laziness.
#oklaed
DrewC75
Jan 1 @ 9:32 PM EST
A5: Man, I came across an idea that I love about a month ago. Doing it at start of the semester. We'll see how it goes.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
Q5
#oklaed
Bhayes72
Jan 1 @ 9:33 PM EST
A5. Classroom- work smarter. School- volunteer more for others. District- sing it's praises to all I come in contact with.
#oklaed
MrWilliamsOK
Jan 1 @ 9:33 PM EST
A5: it is a new
#okleg
so we can see what happens...
#oklaed
#bepositive
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
Q5
#oklaed
MPSTechnology
Jan 1 @ 9:33 PM EST
A5: Make sure my decisions and battles are focused on Ss first and not so much on what's easy for me or my technicians.
#oklaed
Ro1julie
Jan 1 @ 9:33 PM EST
A5 We need some positive PR for all the wonderful things we do. We care for children's needs above and beyond academic.
#oklaed
awages1
Jan 1 @ 9:33 PM EST
A5: EVERY DAY is an opportunity to make that day better than the day before!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
Q5
#oklaed
room20awesome
Jan 1 @ 9:33 PM EST
This!!
#Oklaed
MrsHime
Jan 1 @ 9:31 PM EST
A5: Many opportunities to be authentic, creative, and innovative
#oklaed
nsulla
Jan 1 @ 9:33 PM EST
A5) I'm all about designing student-driven classrooms; my blog offers lots of ideas for positive change:
https://t.co/EaVW0wBnA4
#oklaed
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:33 PM EST
#oklaed
NOOOO! This caused flashbacks of the day the pit bull got on the school bus. Pre-
@grendelrick
days. Not a day in paradise.
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:27 PM EST
A4: Teachers would be able to take their dogs to work.
#oklaed
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:34 PM EST
A4. Quit trying to fire educators/principals for C-F schools when we know that system is flawed.
#oklaed
https://t.co/ic99HxFOnS
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Q4
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:34 PM EST
A5 -- I'm part of
#TogetherOK
, citizens working for funding reform...so much could improve if we'd just be honest about funding.
#oklaed
hoffman_debbie
Jan 1 @ 9:34 PM EST
A5-relationships, respect, time for teachers to collaborate & learn
#oklaed
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:34 PM EST
A5 a focus on improving GT programs through STEAM, Makerspace, & maybe more partnerships w/
@OneUStore
#oklaed
In reply to @OneUStore
mrsaj4
Jan 1 @ 9:34 PM EST
A5: I get the opportunity to have a full intern this spring. Hoping I will be the leader she needs to become a great
#oklaed
teacher
angmlittle
Jan 1 @ 9:34 PM EST
A2)
@BlueCerealEduc
is also a huge inspiration to me. He constantly had my back and fought for me during Blairgate. So thankful.
#oklaed
In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
Q6
#oklaed
bridgestyler
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
A5:
#cpsreds
finished the
@k20center
@OSSBAoklahoma
Strategic Planning process. The next 5 years will hold major positive change.
#oklaed
In reply to @k20center, @OSSBAoklahoma
paige_kelpine
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
A2) Not trying to brown-nose, but
@middelsupt
was a very positive force throughout the year. Reminded me that I was valuable!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:11 PM EST
Q2
#oklaed
michaeldeanreid
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
A5) Lots of leaders willing to listen and improve things.
#OklaEd
collums_dawn
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
Yes!!!
#oklaed
and stop the school shaming!!
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:34 PM EST
A4. Quit trying to fire educators/principals for C-F schools when we know that system is flawed.
#oklaed
https://t.co/ic99HxFOnS
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Q4
#oklaed
BlossJulie
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
A5-Continue to encourage family involvement through creative, out of the box activities. Invite and Engage in 2017. 👍
#oklaed
nsulla
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
Check this out:
https://t.co/CuLIXJ8xFK
#oklaed
In reply to @meghanloyd, @JBlackshare
kriscoop80
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
A5: Being more positive and let my positive vibes spread.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
Q5
#oklaed
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
Gr8 point! We must help Joe Public understand the gr8 things
#oklaed
does everyday!
Ro1julie
Jan 1 @ 9:33 PM EST
A5 We need some positive PR for all the wonderful things we do. We care for children's needs above and beyond academic.
#oklaed
JennWillNinja
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
A3:
#oklaed
the ELA Task Force was helpful as I wrote curriculum frameworks other Ts would see & possibly use.
JessRob
Jan 1 @ 9:36 PM EST
A3: Link Crew Conference in CA with
@rachterry1006
#oklaed
In reply to @rachterry1006
angmlittle
Jan 1 @ 9:36 PM EST
A4) Our 🍎's will be the change we've been waiting for within
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:36 PM EST
A6: Do cool stuff with your kids. Learn some stuff. And pass out donuts.
#oklaed
drewprice11
Jan 1 @ 9:36 PM EST
A5: Less blaming - More supporting
#oklaed
KimberBlodgett
Jan 1 @ 9:36 PM EST
A6: be conscience of the energy you're putting out there. You can either impact a climate in a positive way or be an energy sucker!
#oklaed
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:36 PM EST
A5 cont.) It may be unpopular but it's imperative to give the power back to educators who've been on the front lines of education.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
Q5
#oklaed
michale_gentry
Jan 1 @ 9:36 PM EST
A5) had so much fun today planning first day back around "Wishes and. Wonders" theme, so much to learn w google classroom & tech
#oklaed
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:36 PM EST
#oklaed
What
@bridgestyler
said in A4. We need to develop genuine relationships with our newly elected officials.
In reply to @bridgestyler
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
Q5
#oklaed
saul02_terry
Jan 1 @ 9:36 PM EST
#OklaEd
Sequoyah is focusing on our Eagle Brand n re-focusing on our core values!
RhondaHarlow
Jan 1 @ 9:36 PM EST
#oklaed
A5: Enid Public is working to align digital resources to the new standards as the district fully moves to 1:1 in K-12 this year.
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:36 PM EST
A6 -- making our practice visible...inviting policymakers into UR class. Sharing
#1CoolThing
w
#Okleg
#oklaed
awages1
Jan 1 @ 9:36 PM EST
A6: Students take our lead; BE the sunshine in the building; just say "no" to negativity & stay out of the work room
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
Q6
#oklaed
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:36 PM EST
You're an amazing teacher! I'm glad you let me come read to your class!
#oklaed
In reply to @paige_kelpine
valariefarrow
Jan 1 @ 9:36 PM EST
A6: Have a voice, join a committee, listen to Ss, Ps & share their concerns w/ Admin at bldg/dist!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
Q6
#oklaed
PrincipalNyberg
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
Somehow
#oklaed
always ends up talking donuts :) Maybe that's why I like you guys so much.
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:36 PM EST
A6: Do cool stuff with your kids. Learn some stuff. And pass out donuts.
#oklaed
MrWilliamsOK
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
A6: by example... Work to get better, take opportunities to engage and get involved
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
Q6
#oklaed
mrsaj4
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
A6: it starts with leadership to give opportunity, TS must share, collaborate, and buyin for any true change to occur
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
Q6
#oklaed
JennWillNinja
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
A3:
#oklaed
more than anything, continuing to check my biases, educate myself about social justice, & working toward equity
FatCatArtist
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
A6 I think that Ts can model an innovation mindset for their colleagues and students & improve their own classrooms/schools!
#oklaed
room20awesome
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
A6 Be a positive force, build stong relationships with other Ts, Ps, and Ss. Communicate!
#oklaed
DrewC75
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
A5 cont: Oh and some fellow teachers and I are conspiring to exoand our AP program significantly. Fingers crossed.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
Q5
#oklaed
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
A6: There's no substitute for personal high standards. Teach your ass off and push yourself in the best ways.
#oklaed
MrsHime
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
A6: Be positive, be a part of the solution not the problem, be willing to learn & grow
#oklaed
jcbjr
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
#oklaed
A6: Begin by having school / community (including students of course) to come to agreement on the contents and importance of both.
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
Q6
#oklaed
jlreed2011
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
A6: Teachers who build relationships with all of their students contribute to a positive school climate and culture (collegues too)
#oklaed
cdeen15
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
A6 - be positive. Share the good things your school is doing😊
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:38 PM EST
#MyHero
#oklaed
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
A6: There's no substitute for personal high standards. Teach your ass off and push yourself in the best ways.
#oklaed
drewprice11
Jan 1 @ 9:38 PM EST
A6 - Be committed to continuous improvement.
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:38 PM EST
Put that on a t-shirt!
#oklaed
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
A6: There's no substitute for personal high standards. Teach your ass off and push yourself in the best ways.
#oklaed
mrsmcreading
Jan 1 @ 9:38 PM EST
A6)Embrace the inherent definition of teacher AS leader. Wake up to our own delusion as
@BlueCerealEduc
puts it. LEAD or be led.
#oklaed
In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
bridgestyler
Jan 1 @ 9:38 PM EST
A6: Teachers will always be the most important person in the room. We all must strive to understand that role & continually improve.
#oklaed
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:38 PM EST
A6: And targeted praise for peers. "You're doing great" is fine, but "I love how creative you are w/ reading strats" is golden.
#oklaed
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:38 PM EST
Couldn't have said it better!
#oklaed
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
A6: There's no substitute for personal high standards. Teach your ass off and push yourself in the best ways.
#oklaed
Bhayes72
Jan 1 @ 9:38 PM EST
A6. Simple. GET ON THE SAME PAGE!!!!! We should do the same when addressing our legislators and leaders.
#oklaed
michaeldeanreid
Jan 1 @ 9:38 PM EST
A6) Teachers need a voice in decisions as well as opportunities to buy in to leadership.
#OklaEd
Ro1julie
Jan 1 @ 9:39 PM EST
A6 continue having high standards, learning and growing.
#oklaed
MPSTechnology
Jan 1 @ 9:39 PM EST
a6: Teach w/ Love and passion; lead positively; follow enthusiastically. If you can't get out! - Sorry if its harsh
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:39 PM EST
And be willing to admit when we're wrong.
#oklaed
drewprice11
Jan 1 @ 9:38 PM EST
A6 - Be committed to continuous improvement.
#oklaed
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:39 PM EST
A6. Give multiple opportunities to correct issues, situations and allow them to grow. Correct behavior w/o suspension first.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
Q6
#oklaed
kriscoop80
Jan 1 @ 9:39 PM EST
A6: It starts with Teachers. Give T's more roles with PLCs, personally invite them to school events (our choir does this) and more
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
Q6
#oklaed
manders416
Jan 1 @ 9:39 PM EST
A6 Sharing their thoughts & what they do in the classroom via social media, blogging, talking with other Ts
#oklaed
nsulla
Jan 1 @ 9:39 PM EST
A6) Challenge your beliefs, values, and assumptions related to S learning; create new symbols and traditions. Attract the positive!
#oklaed
angmlittle
Jan 1 @ 9:39 PM EST
A3) my company change is positive. Afa is a great company and my new friend
@nancee_roberson
believes in me and keeps me fighting!!
#oklaed
In reply to @nancee_roberson
kcizz1e
Jan 1 @ 9:39 PM EST
A6. Be transparent. Students that know what you do and why you do it are powerful supporters.
#oklaed
mcvay51
Jan 1 @ 9:39 PM EST
A6) Love kids first. Build relationships based on trust and communication.
#oklaed
MrsBeck25
- Moderator
Jan 1 @ 9:39 PM EST
A6: Loved a tweet I saw a couple of weeks ago... Have to have your school family. Those are your peeps! Support each other
#oklaEd
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:39 PM EST
A6 HAVE FUN! If we create an atmosphere that is fun for teachers they will lead the charge to a great climate & culture!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
A6: Pick a few people who live on the edge of your last raw nerve and deliberately compliment them often. Deliberately and often!
#oklaed
.
hoffman_debbie
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
A6-bring parents, community (& legis) into our schools
#oklaed
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Not harsh - just real!
#oklaed
MPSTechnology
Jan 1 @ 9:39 PM EST
a6: Teach w/ Love and passion; lead positively; follow enthusiastically. If you can't get out! - Sorry if its harsh
#oklaed
michale_gentry
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
A6) refuse to comply with selling out of our profession, insist on authenticity, find a niche
#oklaed
lindahaslerreid
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
A6 We restructured leadership council so that Ts lead most initiatives, provide PD, & make as many site decisions as possible.
#oklaed
mrsaj4
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
@edgeblogger
always has to be about changed behavior not the punishment
#oklaed
In reply to @ardaughty, @edgeblogger
drewprice11
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
A6: Be skeptical - but try not to resist EVERYTHING that isn't your idea
#oklaed
saul02_terry
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
#OklaEd
A6 agree upon a written set of prof values including how we will treat each other n deal with conflict on our team. Hold 2 it!
jlreed2011
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
School should be a safe place to make mistakes not get a criminal record
#oklaed
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:39 PM EST
A6. Give multiple opportunities to correct issues, situations and allow them to grow. Correct behavior w/o suspension first.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
Q6
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Schools would be better if we listened to our Ss more often...really listened.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
KimberBlodgett
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
A7: if everyone (legis) realized education provides the tools, confidence, skills to break the poverty cycle!
#oklaed
JennWillNinja
Jan 1 @ 9:41 PM EST
A3:
#oklaed
I'm back on my lupus infusion. I was really feeling like 💩💩, which affected my job & personal life. Self-care!
FatCatArtist
Jan 1 @ 9:41 PM EST
A7 Schools would be better if they weren't limited to four walls...what if school was everywhere and all the time?
#oklaed
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:41 PM EST
A6: Lead by example, of course! Smiles, positivity, everything can help combat the tendency to become negative!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
Q6
#oklaed
joy4ok
Jan 1 @ 9:41 PM EST
@edgeblogger
I don't see it that way. Glass isn't half empty. Convos w/
#okleg
give me hope 4 meaningful progress.
#oklaed
In reply to @BlueCerealEduc, @edgeblogger
MrStevenKerr
Jan 1 @ 9:41 PM EST
A7: if we do what is best for Ss, even if it is not best for us
#oklaed
kriscoop80
Jan 1 @ 9:41 PM EST
This!
#oklaed
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
A6: There's no substitute for personal high standards. Teach your ass off and push yourself in the best ways.
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:41 PM EST
A7: People just trusted us to do our jobs!
#oklaed
Bhayes72
Jan 1 @ 9:41 PM EST
A7. Teachers, administrators, parents, legislators, and GOVERNORS all had the same vision for public education.
#oklaed
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:42 PM EST
A7 Schools would be better if we listened to the students more. They're curious and interesting. We should harness those qualities.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
angmlittle
Jan 1 @ 9:42 PM EST
A5) our
@EdmondSchools
admin have already met with our elected officials to create relationships. That's huge and so helpful!!
#oklaed
In reply to @EdmondSchools
collums_dawn
Jan 1 @ 9:42 PM EST
A7) IF we provide the schools the proper tools and support !!
#oklaed
KimberBlodgett
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
A7: if everyone (legis) realized education provides the tools, confidence, skills to break the poverty cycle!
#oklaed
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:42 PM EST
Maybe the most important thing for all of us! The passion to never stop improving!
#oklaed
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:37 PM EST
A6: There's no substitute for personal high standards. Teach your ass off and push yourself in the best ways.
#oklaed
valariefarrow
Jan 1 @ 9:42 PM EST
A7: Schools would be better if Ts were allowed to TEACH and Ss allowed to LEARN at a rate that was appropriate for each!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
JBlackshare
Jan 1 @ 9:42 PM EST
Q7: If there weren't so many hoops (regulations)Ts had to jump through to teach...they could just teach and focus on kids.
#oklaed
mrsmcreading
Jan 1 @ 9:42 PM EST
A7) Schools would be better if when people walk through the door they forgot everything they've ever assumed about schools.
#oklaed
coach57
Jan 1 @ 9:42 PM EST
If everyone involved realized "You do not have to be bad to get better"
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
jlreed2011
Jan 1 @ 9:42 PM EST
A7: ...every student were received as family, treated with love, and given every opportunity equally.
#oklaed
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:42 PM EST
A7 Schools would be better if "leaders" would listen to the teachers and students.
#oklaed
paige_kelpine
Jan 1 @ 9:42 PM EST
A3) I said "yes": to staying at my school, to changing subject areas, to taking on extra duties, to making time for me.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:17 PM EST
Q3
#oklaed
manders416
Jan 1 @ 9:42 PM EST
A7 Schools would be better if...there wasn’t interference by narrow-minded politicians and money-hungry corporations.
#oklaed
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:43 PM EST
We get a chance in two weeks when Mid-Del students moderate the chat with me!
#oklaed
In reply to @ClaudiaSwisher
RhondaHarlow
Jan 1 @ 9:43 PM EST
#oklaed
A6: Model a love of life-long learning for Ss and peers ... Hold high expectations for self & Ss
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:43 PM EST
A7: ...parents respected our schools more.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
jcbjr
Jan 1 @ 9:43 PM EST
#oklaed
A7: ... if mandates were either eliminated or at least developed with significant involvement from teachers and students!
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
JennWillNinja
Jan 1 @ 9:43 PM EST
A4:
#oklaed
honestly, I'm not feeling positive about Oklahoma & its future. Since I can't say anything nice, I'll abstain (for once).
mrsaj4
Jan 1 @ 9:43 PM EST
A7: schools would be better if we had a work study program for ms/HS st that the traditional classrooms were failing to reach
#oklaed
kcizz1e
Jan 1 @ 9:43 PM EST
Schools would be better if we didn't have to focus on results. The process is where learning happens and lives change.
#oklaed
nsulla
Jan 1 @ 9:43 PM EST
A7) . . . they focused on facilitating student learning rather than on teaching.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
michaeldeanreid
Jan 1 @ 9:43 PM EST
A7) ...all teachers would reflect on their teaching and openly collaborate on best practices.
#OklaEd
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:43 PM EST
A7 Schools would be better if we all could focus on student learning as opposed to "the process"
#oklaed
hoffman_debbie
Jan 1 @ 9:43 PM EST
They were properly funded, teachers were respected
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
cdeen15
Jan 1 @ 9:44 PM EST
A7.....we knew we were valued. Students know we are underfunded and lack resources & that teachers are underpaid. We all need value.
#oklaed
MrsHime
Jan 1 @ 9:44 PM EST
A7:... we were all pulling the rope in the same direction
#oklaed
Glennr1809
Jan 1 @ 9:44 PM EST
New post-
#OneWord2017
https://t.co/jyFyX3g1K9
#txeduchat
#empathy
#JoyfulLeaders
#LeadFromWithin
#oklaed
#njed
#ecet2
#edchat
#iaedchat
awages1
Jan 1 @ 9:44 PM EST
A7: ...,teachers felt valued and students felt they had a voice.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
Luvs2BakeCookez
Jan 1 @ 9:44 PM EST
A7: teachers led staff meetings.
#oklaed
angmlittle
Jan 1 @ 9:44 PM EST
A6) Get informed and advocate at the state level. This will set an example for parents and colleagues to do the same!!
#oklaed
room20awesome
Jan 1 @ 9:44 PM EST
A7 School would be better if all students were encouraged to create, explore, and grow!
#oklaed
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:44 PM EST
A7 cont.) Teachers were paid (at least) babysitter fees. It'd be EASILY 6 figures.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
MrWilliamsOK
Jan 1 @ 9:44 PM EST
AA7: ... We based every decision on "what's best for the student"...
#listen
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
kriscoop80
Jan 1 @ 9:44 PM EST
A7: Schools would be better but giving S's and T's more of a voice.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
Q8
#oklaed
coach57
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
Most of the time the issue with getting better starts with me not
#oklaed
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
A6: Mrs. Mechling is 1 of those FA teachers who contributes oodles to the positive culture of your school and the district at large.
#oklaed
kriscoop80
Jan 1 @ 9:39 PM EST
A6: It starts with Teachers. Give T's more roles with PLCs, personally invite them to school events (our choir does this) and more
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
Q6
#oklaed
Ro1julie
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
A7 Schools would be better if they were properly funded for the daunting task of training our future leaders.
#oklaed
MPSTechnology
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
A7: Left our personal bias aside and focused on kids.
#oklaed
RhondaHarlow
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
#oklaed
A7: ... Ts could focus on student growth & were treated as professionals
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
I confess that Joy's optimism is the primary indication I might be wrong. I do trust and adore me some Joy H.
#oklaed
In reply to @joy4ok, @edgeblogger
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
A7: … if even 80% of the adults were “all in” for developing and keeping a winning culture that includes all kids.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
A8: ...find the energy to keep up with my daughter and students!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
Q8
#oklaed
salbux
Jan 1 @ 9:46 PM EST
Sad to miss the
#oklaed
chat tonight. Just now tuning in. Will be reading!! Happy New Year all!
KimberBlodgett
Jan 1 @ 9:46 PM EST
A8: Start my Master's Degree!
#oklaed
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:46 PM EST
Two weeks - students co-moderating the chat with me!
#oklaed
#MDPurpose
awages1
Jan 1 @ 9:44 PM EST
A7: ...,teachers felt valued and students felt they had a voice.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
FatCatArtist
Jan 1 @ 9:46 PM EST
A8 In 2017, I'm finally going to build the PD video game I've been talking about for months!
#oklaed
collums_dawn
Jan 1 @ 9:46 PM EST
A8) get organized!!! Hahahahaha
#oklaed
drewprice11
Jan 1 @ 9:46 PM EST
A7:.. Teachers had more time during the day to reflect on their practice and collaborate with others to get better
#oklaed
jlreed2011
Jan 1 @ 9:46 PM EST
A8: ...pursue a Principal position to help grow educators to be their best for students.
#oklaed
valariefarrow
Jan 1 @ 9:46 PM EST
A8: In 2017, I'm finally going to finish my PhD!
#oklaed
#phdchat
#phdlife
#PhD
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
Q8
#oklaed
coach57
Jan 1 @ 9:46 PM EST
To speak at the National School Board Conference in Denver
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
Q8
#oklaed
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:46 PM EST
A8: "...sync Arrow, Flash, and Supergirl properly when I Netflix binge."
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
Q8
#oklaed
nsulla
Jan 1 @ 9:46 PM EST
A8) Finish the manuscript for Building Executive Function: The Missing Link to Student Achievement ... no really! soon! I promise!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
Q8
#oklaed
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:46 PM EST
A8
#oklaed
...making empty promises to myself :)
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
Q8
#oklaed
mrsaj4
Jan 1 @ 9:46 PM EST
Me too!
#oklaed
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
I confess that Joy's optimism is the primary indication I might be wrong. I do trust and adore me some Joy H.
#oklaed
In reply to @joy4ok, @edgeblogger
Bhayes72
Jan 1 @ 9:46 PM EST
A8. Take the Glenpool MS Choir students to 1 or 2 choral contests.
#oklaed
lindahaslerreid
Jan 1 @ 9:46 PM EST
A7...EVERY decision was based on what's best for students; every class focused on helping Ss think, do, create at their own level
#oklaed
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:47 PM EST
A7 cont.) If some teachers weren't afraid of teaching in urban schools. We know which urban schools we're talking about too.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
bridgestyler
Jan 1 @ 9:47 PM EST
A8: .....start my PhD.
#ready
#oklaed
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:47 PM EST
A8: Wait - were these all supposed to be education related?
#oklaed
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:47 PM EST
A8 In 2017, I'm finally going to really enjoy teaching & listening to my Ss the way they deserve.
#oklaed
paige_kelpine
Jan 1 @ 9:47 PM EST
A4) Honestly, I'm not sure. Maybe the new faces in the OK Legislature? Curious to hear feedback on this one!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:23 PM EST
Q4
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:47 PM EST
A8 -- Finish my 'to be read' stack of books.
#JustKidding
#oklaed
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:47 PM EST
Congratulations! Good luck with your PhD!
#oklaed
In reply to @bridgestyler
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:47 PM EST
A8:
#oklaed
I’m finally going to learn how to make Excel work for me instead of against me. And I might remember my google password.
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
Q8
#oklaed
angmlittle
Jan 1 @ 9:47 PM EST
A7) ...we could have a legislature full of 🍎's!!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
PrincipalNyberg
Jan 1 @ 9:47 PM EST
That's what July is for :)
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:47 PM EST
A8 -- Finish my 'to be read' stack of books.
#JustKidding
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:47 PM EST
A8: Finish all of my Kodaly training. One more level to go!
#oklaed
RhondaHarlow
Jan 1 @ 9:48 PM EST
#oklaed
A8: help in the start of a school garden so Ss & Ts can experience cross-curricular, project-based learning (& write more)
michaeldeanreid
Jan 1 @ 9:48 PM EST
A8) ...read more.
#OklaEd
nsulla
Jan 1 @ 9:48 PM EST
Wait! You didn't finish my books!!! ;-)
#oklaed
In reply to @PrincipalNyberg
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:48 PM EST
A8 In 2017 I am finally going to stop saying yes when I know I should say no.
#oklaed
Bhayes72
Jan 1 @ 9:48 PM EST
A8. Embrace the fact that after 115 years of teaching band, I AM a choral conductor.
#oklaed
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:49 PM EST
A7 cont.) racism had never played a role in education. We know it has played a TREMENDOUSLY bad role in education.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q7
#oklaed
awages1
Jan 1 @ 9:49 PM EST
A8:.....release any guilty feelings when I take off to enjoy my senior's last semester!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
Q8
#oklaed
PrincipalNyberg
Jan 1 @ 9:49 PM EST
Working on it, lol. They are next, I promise. Right after
#xplap
#oklaed
In reply to @nsulla
JBlackshare
Jan 1 @ 9:49 PM EST
@edgeblogger
If only 😜
#wishfulandhopeful
#wouldnttheworldbesomuchbetter
#oklaed
In reply to @angmlittle, @edgeblogger
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:49 PM EST
A8 In 2017 I'm finally going to finish my dissertation!
#oklaed
nsulla
Jan 1 @ 9:49 PM EST
ha ha ha ... ok, I'll be patient. Your Supt. did give you quite a stack.
#oklaed
In reply to @PrincipalNyberg
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
Q9
#oklaed
lindahaslerreid
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
A8 Worry less, applaud victories more! (Personally and professionally!)
#oklaed
mrsaj4
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
A8: professionally I feel all I have left to do is leave my classroom and I just don't think I am ready...
#16yearssameroom
#oklaed
cdeen15
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
A8 - consider all future career possibilities.
#oklaed
saul02_terry
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
#OklaEd
A8 going all in with Google n learn along w our Ts all it has to offer 4 our student instruction
valariefarrow
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
A9: Simple: The STUDENTS!!!!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
Q9
#oklaed
kriscoop80
Jan 1 @ 9:51 PM EST
A8a In 2017, I'm going to hopefully partner with a friend and present a workshop about getting students involved at school.
#oklaed
KimberBlodgett
Jan 1 @ 9:51 PM EST
A9: more than one. About 24 little people. And
#oklaed
of course!
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:51 PM EST
A9: My students!!!
#oklaed
FatCatArtist
Jan 1 @ 9:51 PM EST
A9 I always ask myself, what would Dumbledore do?
#oklaed
angmlittle
Jan 1 @ 9:51 PM EST
Agreed Joy!! I am extremely hopeful and impressed with what I am hearing!!
#oklaed
In reply to @joy4ok, @BlueCerealEduc, @edgeblogger
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:51 PM EST
Co-teacher, artist, and possibly the best person I know -
@partyofsarah
. I want to live up to her example.
#oklaed
In reply to @partyofsarah
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
Q9
#oklaed
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:51 PM EST
A9: People like these- great kids, teachers, admin co-workers & a Super Sup working to make this a better world one kid at a time.
#oklaed
PrincipalNyberg
Jan 1 @ 9:51 PM EST
You know it
@nsulla
#oklaed
In reply to @nsulla
kriscoop80
Jan 1 @ 9:51 PM EST
A8b And Maybe finally take my admin exams.
#oklaed
In reply to @kriscoop80
collums_dawn
Jan 1 @ 9:51 PM EST
A9)The teachers and students in
@OKCPS
Every single day!!!!
#oklaed
In reply to @OKCPS
coach57
Jan 1 @ 9:51 PM EST
@MrsHime
inspires every day
#oklaed
.
In reply to @MrsHime
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
Q9
#oklaed
Ro1julie
Jan 1 @ 9:51 PM EST
A8 I am going to not stay so long after school. 😱
#oklaed
Bhayes72
Jan 1 @ 9:51 PM EST
A9. My kids. They are the only reason that I continue to teach school now. Their towns may have changed a bit, but they haven't .
#oklaed
JessRob
Jan 1 @ 9:51 PM EST
A8: In 2017 I'm finally going to realign curriculum, and have prep ready.
#oklaed
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:51 PM EST
A8. Build my brand. If you would like an amazing presenter/speaker and PD, Andre Daughty is booking for March.
#plug
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
Q8
#oklaed
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:52 PM EST
A9: My students! They may not want my rules and writing prompts, but they need me. I'm just waiting for them to realize it! Ha ha
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
Q9
#oklaed
jcbjr
Jan 1 @ 9:52 PM EST
#oklaed
A8: ... deepen my Consideration of 'home schooling in school' to clarify my understanding - maybe evolving into a book proposal.
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
Q8
#oklaed
awages1
Jan 1 @ 9:52 PM EST
A9: all the hugs I get from students of all ages before the day even begins.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
Q9
#oklaed
manders416
Jan 1 @ 9:52 PM EST
A9
@Lornamills16
, no matter how difficult or challenging things get, she always works to find ways to reach ALL her students.
#oklaed
In reply to @Lornamills16
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:52 PM EST
A8: Take my blogging to the next level. Whatever that is!
#oklaed
saul02_terry
Jan 1 @ 9:52 PM EST
#OklaEd
My office is in the same hallway as our Prek program! A9 enough said!
MPSTechnology
Jan 1 @ 9:52 PM EST
a8: My kids need for more legos...wait, 24,000+ Ss, 1800+ Ts and staff. Plus I just love this stuff!
#OklaEd
mcvay51
Jan 1 @ 9:52 PM EST
A9)
#oklaed
These and the other 300 or so adults doing everything they can for the 3k kids in our district!
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:52 PM EST
You don't get many hugs when you teach high school!
#oklaed
In reply to @awages1
cdeen15
Jan 1 @ 9:52 PM EST
A9 - my yearbook staff is such a joy this year! Always looking forward to their creativity and ideas!
#oklaed
Ro1julie
Jan 1 @ 9:53 PM EST
A9 I really look forward to spending my day at school with my best friends and my sweet firsties.
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:53 PM EST
A9 -- The relationships I've enjoyed with Ss and Ts over all those years inspired me and inspire me.
#oklaed
BlueCerealEduc
Jan 1 @ 9:53 PM EST
"I can't sit down - I just taught my ass off." - Next Blue Cereal
#11FF
Shirt?
@JennWillNinja
@valeriestrauss
#oklaed
In reply to @JennWillNinja, @valeriestrauss
JBlackshare
Jan 1 @ 9:53 PM EST
A9; James who comes to school everyday and says 'Good morning, Mrs. Blackshare', flashes me the best smile, then tells me a story.
#oklaed
KimberBlodgett
Jan 1 @ 9:53 PM EST
A pic that always makes me think of my students. I call them my ducklings bc they follow me around! 😍😍
#oklaed
hoffman_debbie
Jan 1 @ 9:53 PM EST
A8-learn more, read more
#oklaed
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:53 PM EST
A9 My students and colleagues, like
@matthewsdw
&
@tanyamantooth
at Wayne High School inspire me daily!
#oklaed
In reply to @matthewsdw, @tanyamantooth
room20awesome
Jan 1 @ 9:53 PM EST
A9 All of my first grade friends!! I love them!!
#oklaed
lindahaslerreid
Jan 1 @ 9:53 PM EST
A9 Corny but -you all! Knowing i have this team of peeps w/whom I can grow, vent, & work gives me joy and hope.Oh &
@michaeldeanreid
#oklaed
kriscoop80
Jan 1 @ 9:53 PM EST
A9. My Kids. They are nuts and insane but they are mine
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
Q9
#oklaed
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:53 PM EST
A9
#oklaed
Remembering our most delicate students:
https://t.co/rAFpwij00h
via
@okeducation
In reply to @okeducation
jlreed2011
Jan 1 @ 9:53 PM EST
A9: I love going to my building every day and I would never call it work. Educating is a lifestyle and a school is where it thrives.
#oklaed
jasonbengs
Jan 1 @ 9:53 PM EST
A9 Here is my inspiration
https://t.co/pnQjs76j58
#oklaed
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:53 PM EST
A8 cont.) Continue to boldly proclaim that teachers rock from the East to the West & rep Oklahoma and
@LangstonU
the entire time.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
Q8
#oklaed
mrsaj4
Jan 1 @ 9:53 PM EST
A9:
#oklaed
my team!
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
Q10 Last question
#oklaed
drewprice11
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
A8: Set goals that bite size and measurable - not huge and abstract ("get better at...")
#oklaed
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
A9That S without a supportive family, appropriate clothing, enough food, much self-confidence but comes to school every day & tries!
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
A9: "Teach your ass off." Greatest inspiration ever.
@BlueCerealEduc
#oklaed
In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
BlossJulie
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
A9- About 360 four and five year olds inspire me every day! So lucky to Do What I Love and Love What I Do! 🍀❤💃
#oklaed
mrsmcreading
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
A9) Inspired by all those who fight tougher battles than my measly pity parties. Life's rough. People are so resilient gosh darn it!
#oklaed
MrsHime
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
A9:
@coach57
@NMeget
& all
#swelem
staff I nspire me each day to be better than the day before
#oklaed
In reply to @coach57, @NMeget
paige_kelpine
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
A5) Reflection and revision-for Ss and myself. Teaching Ss R&R helps them short/long term. Something I look forward to for me, too!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:29 PM EST
Q5
#oklaed
PrincipalNyberg
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
#oklaed
A9. My first and unexpected grandchild (and the long story attached). Going to do everthing I can to help mom and child succeed
room20awesome
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
I thought about tweeting the same thing...but...
#oklaed
Ro1julie
Jan 1 @ 9:51 PM EST
A8 I am going to not stay so long after school. 😱
#oklaed
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
A10: … more of others and less of me.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
Q10 Last question
#oklaed
bridgestyler
Jan 1 @ 9:55 PM EST
A9: Remembering why we got into the profession is it for me. We chose this field for kids.
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:55 PM EST
A10: I strive to do more music and less worrying.
#oklaed
ClaudiaSwisher
Jan 1 @ 9:55 PM EST
A10 -- more listening and less talking...more reaching out and less shutting down...
#oklaed
DrewC75
Jan 1 @ 9:55 PM EST
A8: Start my masters program.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:45 PM EST
Q8
#oklaed
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:55 PM EST
I'd go to that workshop before I'd go to Teach Like a Rock Star!
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
A9: "Teach your ass off." Greatest inspiration ever.
@BlueCerealEduc
#oklaed
In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
Bhayes72
Jan 1 @ 9:55 PM EST
A10. Whatever will help my students,-----whatever won't.
#oklaed
nsulla
Jan 1 @ 9:55 PM EST
A9) My inspiration? The Ss who are changed by my model. Check out comments at 3:51 and 4:26 ... priceless!
#oklaed
https://t.co/Duj2VMJi9P
JennWillNinja
Jan 1 @ 9:55 PM EST
A8:
#oklaed
I'm going to make some major life decisions & seriously look at a master's.
michaeldeanreid
Jan 1 @ 9:55 PM EST
A9) there are several.
@lindahaslerreid
❤️, teachers at
@SapulpaDistrict
who show up for little $, and all the students in
#OklaEd
In reply to @lindahaslerreid, @SapulpaDistrict
KimberBlodgett
Jan 1 @ 9:55 PM EST
A10: more exercising, less procrastinating. Prob not going to happen but one can hope.
#oklaed
ill prob put it off again till next yr
RhondaHarlow
Jan 1 @ 9:56 PM EST
#oklaed
A9: I work with an incredible instructional coaching team who challenges & inspires me every day. I also love working with new Ts!!
manders416
Jan 1 @ 9:56 PM EST
A10 In 2017 I will strive to do less complaining and more finding of solutions
#oklaed
djthoreson
Jan 1 @ 9:56 PM EST
A10: ... more teaching/inspiring/leading... ...less grading/lecturing...
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
Q10 Last question
#oklaed
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:56 PM EST
A10
#oklaed
I will strive to do more communicating and less directing.
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
Q10 Last question
#oklaed
mrsaj4
Jan 1 @ 9:56 PM EST
A10: smiling and less paper work
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
Q10 Last question
#oklaed
FatCatArtist
Jan 1 @ 9:56 PM EST
A10 I will strive 2 do more celebrating & less worrying...having a growth mindset means u believe in urself just as much as others
#oklaed
kriscoop80
Jan 1 @ 9:56 PM EST
A10: In 2017, I will strive to do more celebrations and less complaining
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
Q10 Last question
#oklaed
watersenglish
Jan 1 @ 9:56 PM EST
A10 In 2017, I will do more classroom engaging and less classroom managing.
#oklaed
MrsHime
Jan 1 @ 9:56 PM EST
A10: more listening and less speaking
#oklaed
joy4ok
Jan 1 @ 9:57 PM EST
....yes, but positive academic results happen for kids when we do focus on learning & doing whatever it takes. Outcomes matter, too.😀
#oklaed
kcizz1e
Jan 1 @ 9:43 PM EST
Schools would be better if we didn't have to focus on results. The process is where learning happens and lives change.
#oklaed
kcizz1e
Jan 1 @ 9:57 PM EST
A9 kids like these. And many more
#oklaed
JennWillNinja
Jan 1 @ 9:57 PM EST
I'm such a corrupting force...but you (& much of
#oklaed
) already knew that.
In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
bridgestyler
Jan 1 @ 9:57 PM EST
A10: more solutions, less talking about our problems.
#oklaed
saul02_terry
Jan 1 @ 9:57 PM EST
#OklaEd
A10 more thanking n less complaining!
nsulla
Jan 1 @ 9:57 PM EST
Love Jensen's work ... do you have a high poverty population?
#oklaed
In reply to @PrincipalNyberg
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:57 PM EST
A9. Those educators who fight on the front lines & absorb every "bad" thing everyone says about them. Yet, they still fight!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
Q9
#oklaed
mrsmcreading
Jan 1 @ 9:57 PM EST
A10) More love. Less judgment. More real listening. Less head nodding. More humility. Less stubbornness. More pizza.
#oklaed
meghanloyd
Jan 1 @ 9:57 PM EST
with donuts and screwdrivers served afterwards?
#oklaed
In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:57 PM EST
A10 I will strive to recognize more of the little things the S's do well & less being reactive to symptoms. Must solve problems
#oklaed
MPSTechnology
Jan 1 @ 9:57 PM EST
A10: more site visits and less paperwork during my day.
#oklaed
PrincipalNyberg
Jan 1 @ 9:57 PM EST
2nd Highest in the state.
#oklaed
In reply to @nsulla
valariefarrow
Jan 1 @ 9:57 PM EST
A10: In 2017, I will strive to do more listening to Ss, Ts & Ps and less talking abt the problems (work on finding solutions)!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
Q10 Last question
#oklaed
RhondaHarlow
Jan 1 @ 9:57 PM EST
#oklaed
A10: Do more listening and less assuming!!
awages1
Jan 1 @ 9:57 PM EST
A10: what is best for kids and less of meaningless stuff
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
Q10 Last question
#oklaed
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:58 PM EST
Another thing we should never stop improving!
#oklaed
MrsHime
Jan 1 @ 9:56 PM EST
A10: more listening and less speaking
#oklaed
jlreed2011
Jan 1 @ 9:58 PM EST
A10: ...more of Professional Development for teachers and less of listening to unconfirmed rumors.
#oklaed
Ro1julie
Jan 1 @ 9:58 PM EST
A10 I want to listen to their sweet stories and silly jokes and less time doing all the busy work of the day (a girl can dream).
#oklaed
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:58 PM EST
A9 cont.) Seeing Ts cry during planning periods, wipe their tears, get the courage to keep teaching.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
Q9
#oklaed
michale_gentry
Jan 1 @ 9:58 PM EST
A10) More is time getting lost in my joy, less time absorbing discomfort of things I cannot control
#oklaed
KathySDunn
Jan 1 @ 9:58 PM EST
For me, less lettuce! More pizza, less lettuce!
#oklaed
In reply to @mrsmcreading
DrewC75
Jan 1 @ 9:58 PM EST
A9: The boss
@marklippe
. One of the best football coaches in the state and WITHOUT DOUBT one of the best principals.
#oklaed
#notkissingup
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
Q9
#oklaed
JessRob
Jan 1 @ 9:58 PM EST
A9:
@rachterry1006
and all my other favs at school. You have to have your people.
#oklaed
In reply to @rachterry1006
cdeen15
Jan 1 @ 9:58 PM EST
@edgeblogger
Thank you for a positive first chat of 2017!
#oklaed
In reply to @edgeblogger
mcvay51
Jan 1 @ 9:58 PM EST
A10) More advocating and less whining about things I can't control.
#oklaed
ardaughty
Jan 1 @ 9:58 PM EST
A9 cont.) Seeing Ts working at schoolson the weekends just to make sure no child is left behind.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
Q9
#oklaed
PrincipalNyberg
Jan 1 @ 9:58 PM EST
#oklaed
A10. More Twitter! Less Twinkies!
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:59 PM EST
Like a new puppy, a new year brings the promise of fun and adventure. It can also be occasionally messy & loud. Hang tough,
#oklaed
ScienceBrandi
Jan 1 @ 9:59 PM EST
Kind of forgot that today is Sunday. Looking forward to reading the transcript!
#oklaed
RhondaHarlow
Jan 1 @ 9:59 PM EST
#oklaed
A10: Do less talking and take more action
nsulla
Jan 1 @ 9:59 PM EST
Focus on executive function. Poverty adversely affects EF. You're gonna love my 3rd book!
#oklaed
https://t.co/muhT3ZP38M
In reply to @PrincipalNyberg
DrewC75
Jan 1 @ 9:59 PM EST
A10: More leading learning; less teaching.
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:54 PM EST
Q10 Last question
#oklaed
mrsaj4
Jan 1 @ 9:59 PM EST
Don't get me wrong,will always strive to grow & be better but am in every leadership role I can be in as teacher...next steps...eek
#oklaed
mrsaj4
Jan 1 @ 9:50 PM EST
A8: professionally I feel all I have left to do is leave my classroom and I just don't think I am ready...
#16yearssameroom
#oklaed
michaeldeanreid
Jan 1 @ 9:59 PM EST
A10) I will do more reading and less eating!
#OklaEd
collums_dawn
Jan 1 @ 9:59 PM EST
Thanks for a great
#oklaed
chat!!!
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:59 PM EST
Like a new puppy, a new year brings the promise of fun and adventure. It can also be occasionally messy & loud. Hang tough,
#oklaed
JessRob
Jan 1 @ 9:59 PM EST
A9: My kids.
#oklaed
FatCatArtist
Jan 1 @ 9:59 PM EST
Thanks
@edgeblogger
for a great
#oklaed
chat! We're gonna rock this year!
In reply to @edgeblogger
grendelrick
Jan 1 @ 9:59 PM EST
Great job tonight, Rob!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:59 PM EST
Like a new puppy, a new year brings the promise of fun and adventure. It can also be occasionally messy & loud. Hang tough,
#oklaed
paige_kelpine
Jan 1 @ 9:59 PM EST
A6) Great Q! Mentoring is vital! Collaboration/teaming, communication, parental/community involvement, open minds!
#oklaed
edgeblogger
Jan 1 @ 9:35 PM EST
Q6
#oklaed
kennethdward
Jan 1 @ 9:59 PM EST
Gr8 job
@edgeblogger
!
#oklaed
In reply to @edgeblogger
manders416
Jan 1 @ 10:00 PM EST
Thanks so much
@edgeblogger
for getting us started off right in 2017!
#oklaed
In reply to @edgeblogger