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Monday January 25, 2016
Welcome to - Tonight's topic is Promoting Positivity Among Students & Staff. Thank you for joining us.
Please introduce yourself, your position, & where you're tweeting from tonight. Tonight's face-paced will conclude at 9:30pm EST.
I'm Brittanie, a high school counselor from Indiana.
Tonight's topic is Promoting Positivity Among Students & Staff. Q1 in 3 minutes.
Welcome, Brittanie. Glad to have you back with us tonight. https://t.co/96gXwmzSMU
I'm Brittanie, a high school counselor from Indiana.
Nicole_ MS Counselor from Central Nj!
Sam, K-5 principal from snowy, central NJ.
Good evening. Rich from NJ - Elem. Principal. Look forward to learning & sharing!
Hello ! Sarahi, ESL teacher from New Jersey
Thanks for joining us tonight, Rich. Hope your back held up to all the snow! https://t.co/BODGLJDlxD
Good evening. Rich from NJ - Elem. Principal. Look forward to learning & sharing!
Laura, Supervisor, Central NJ
Welcome to , Rich!! Thanks for joining us tonight. https://t.co/rSCUUbCiaY
Good evening. Rich from NJ - Elem. Principal. Look forward to learning & sharing!
Glad you're joining us tonight, Sarahi. Looking forward to your positive insights! https://t.co/i0rarvvkNP
Hello ! Sarahi, ESL teacher from New Jersey
Hello, I am a HS counselor from Orlando https://t.co/Xc9QYkWWII
Welcome to - Tonight's topic is Promoting Positivity Among Students & Staff. Thank you for joining us.
hi! Crystal math teacher Enumclaw wa
Welcome, Laura. Glad to have you with us tonight spreading the positivity! https://t.co/0puhB974YP
Laura, Supervisor, Central NJ
. thanks for joining us tonight, Missy. Looking forward to your positive insights!
Hi y'all, Tamica, HSC in Texas.
Welcome, Missy!! How's he weather in FL today? https://t.co/gGoK9UdlbK
Hello, I am a HS counselor from Orlando https://t.co/Xc9QYkWWII
Welcome to - Tonight's topic is Promoting Positivity Among Students & Staff. Thank you for joining us.
Welcome back, Crystal! Glad you're with us tonight to keep things positive. https://t.co/m9V6Zbpz3F
hi! Crystal math teacher Enumclaw wa
Desiree, HS counselor in Montana
Welcome, Allyn!! Thanks for joining into your first . Looking forward to your insight tonight. https://t.co/jCKMBWQ9IW
Daryl Howard, checking in from snowy MD.
Welcome to tonight's Desiree. Ready to hear your thoughts on keeping it positive! https://t.co/8zeUJhltcZ
Desiree, HS counselor in Montana
Welcome to tonight's Desiree. Ready to hear your thoughts on keeping it positive! https://t.co/8zeUJhltcZ
Desiree, HS counselor in Montana
Welcome Daryl! The snow won't get us down. It's all about the positivity tonight. https://t.co/5b560r5sB4
Daryl Howard, checking in from snowy MD.
A1: Positivity breeds positivity/happieness. Makes people want to do better, push thru difficulties, makes people care more
A1) Being positive helps promote buy in and school spirit, a collaborative and safe environment for all
Just as snowy here in NJ, Daryl. Thanks for checking out tonight. Looking forward to your insights. https://t.co/Ipv7KLa4Gs
Daryl Howard, checking in from snowy MD.
Nick from OK. Multi-tasking! Let's do this!
Agree, Laura. https://t.co/NGPmKfD8co
A1: Positivity breeds positivity/happieness. Makes people want to do better, push thru difficulties, makes people care more
Checking in on the . Scott, high school counselor from Ohio.
Promoting positivity leads to genuine and respectful relationships w/ our S's
I like that positivity, Nick!! . Thanks for joining in. https://t.co/7Oeywa5xQB
Nick from OK. Multi-tasking! Let's do this!
Safe, collaborative environment is essential for learning to happen. Gr8 point, Brittanie. https://t.co/ou3kCdsY2z
A1) Being positive helps promote buy in and school spirit, a collaborative and safe environment for all
A1 - Positive energy makes learning, exploring & collaborating fun & meaningful.
Welcome, Scott. Happy to have you with us tonight. https://t.co/XXTaZPIJoK
Checking in on the . Scott, high school counselor from Ohio.
Welcome, Scott. Thanks for joining tonight. Looking forward to your thoughts on keeping it positive. https://t.co/0iZFN74I43
Checking in on the . Scott, high school counselor from Ohio.
A1: improves S and T morale, positive climate + it makes the promoter feel good :)
Absolutely! https://t.co/Lj9BgdjLcy
A1) Being positive helps promote buy in and school spirit, a collaborative and safe environment for all
Fun... That's a word that has been missing from some classrooms/schools.
A1. I am a firm believer that positivity increases energy in the building. Higher energy leads to more learning.
a1: positively creates a general optimism amongst staff and students... Who can then take risks without overwhelming stress
Very important to always keep it positive for all learners. https://t.co/9Y5b8jqprQ
Promoting positivity leads to genuine and respectful relationships w/ our S's
Safety is key to a successful learning and risk taking environment
Agree. Who wants to learn in a negative atmosphere? https://t.co/zE7L1NWGCW
A1 - Positive energy makes learning, exploring & collaborating fun & meaningful.
Gr8 point, Rich. Keeping it fun & positive goes a long way. https://t.co/3Ob5OGwKZv
A1 - Positive energy makes learning, exploring & collaborating fun & meaningful.
A1: community growth, behaviors decrease, families develop, compassion is given, experienced, and felt by all.
Always important to continue to cultivate high morale for students & staff. https://t.co/o3QjnYZk3u
A1: improves S and T morale, positive climate + it makes the promoter feel good :)
Yes! I'm w/ you there, Scott!! https://t.co/M1TK1OSiXc
A1. I am a firm believer that positivity increases energy in the building. Higher energy leads to more learning.
Learning should be fun! How do we make it fun? Creativity meeting students where they are. https://t.co/91UEbPZnjU
Fun... That's a word that has been missing from some classrooms/schools.
YES! https://t.co/0CTmi2FYKV
A1. I am a firm believer that positivity increases energy in the building. Higher energy leads to more learning.
Fun at school?! Yes, I agree 100%!
positivity fuels the Energy Bus. It takes us places!
True, Rich. Our job is to filter what we can from the pols to keep it meaningful for our students. https://t.co/gApQvp4NPb
Fun... That's a word that has been missing from some classrooms/schools.
By tapping into the students' interests and thinking outside the box. Positive attitude helps this
A1)Teaching and Learning is impacted by the positive (or negative) energy of a school.
Love that book!! have you read the version made for adults? That's on my book list! https://t.co/BvWECEFDhx
positivity fuels the Energy Bus. It takes us places!
Optimistic schools certainly have improved student & school outcomes. https://t.co/S7lyaisdVe
a1: positively creates a general optimism amongst staff and students... Who can then take risks without overwhelming stress
The goal is to want T & S to come to school! Create environment that is positive. We all learn when engaged.
Love that book!! have you read the version made for adults? That's on my book
Q2) Where is more positivity needed (I.e. Collaborating, meetings)? List as many areas that come to mind.
Positive connections w S's & fam's will always lead to success. Show that we care about their lives
A1: Faculty room during lunch! Coming from the top down
And Laura! https://t.co/rPhPfyQfVq
True, Rich. Our job is to filter what we can from the pols to keep it meaningful for our students. https://t.co/gApQvp4NPb
Fun... That's a word that has been missing from some classrooms/schools.
I didnt think about community as a whole A positive campus is enjoyable&safe even 4 non-Ss Get the Community on campus
A1) staff meetings, break room, classroom, online interaction w/parents (we need to brag more about the amazing things Ss do)
Agree! https://t.co/1ZeIp2clUp
Positive connections w S's & fam's will always lead to success. Show that we care about their lives
A2: staff meetings/collaboration, lounge, hallway, etc. positively doesn't have one place, needs to be everywhere.
I agree. It has to be the culture.
Often times, but not always, this is not the most fertile ground for positivity. https://t.co/aZWev523Kz
A1: Faculty room during lunch! Coming from the top down
A2. Positivity in non-classroom areas (hallways, lunch room, etc.) is absolutely critical. Leads to positivity in the classroom.
Positive note home goes further than the usual "bad" note
Brand your school. Get the great things happening out in the community. Change thinking by positive branding.
Agree. We need to find a way to change that.
A2) Parent/Teacher conferences! When a P comes in, we need to make it positive & use that to build a relationship.
bingo!Positive relationships w each other also have the same effect,they build trust N our crafts!
I have read it. I've become mindful of self so I know when I need to stay away from Energy Vampires
Important. Prof Garner always stressed the importance of the school as the anchor in the comm. https://t.co/ETYsELR3jM
I didnt think about community as a whole A positive campus is enjoyable&safe even 4 non-Ss Get the Community on campus
Parents always more open & willing to listen when focus is on the positive first. More accepting
True & SM can help with this. https://t.co/kjoCJfqx1u
A1) staff meetings, break room, classroom, online interaction w/parents (we need to brag more about the amazing things Ss do)
We need to set the example for the students. Positivity is contagious!
A2 in our daily relationships w/others, in the culture we build as a community school/district
A2: I would like to see more positivity on the walls of our school (literally) w/ uplifting posters, positive bulletin boards, etc
Yes, everywhere. The Ss plays, concerts, sporting events. This helps with the positivity! https://t.co/pdMeJHz58d
A2: staff meetings/collaboration, lounge, hallway, etc. positively doesn't have one place, needs to be everywhere.
More places we find & cultivate it, the more likely it becomes part of the school's culture. https://t.co/f95sm77wGT
I agree. It has to be the culture.
I need to get that one. https://t.co/y3AgYuYUzW
I have read it. I've become mindful of self so I know when I need to stay away from Energy Vampires
Yes school need to be the safe hub of the communities. Homes are so stressful too many times.
Hello all, sorry for the late arrival, Matt from IL, elem lead learner...I love bed time with kids
I like this. Didn't think of it this way.
Let's promote positivity at every single aspect S's & staff. Positive environment promotes trust & respect. Team work
Too many of these, Laura. Need to make the shift to positive outweighing negative. https://t.co/6HnS9DYLlV
Positive note home goes further than the usual "bad" note
Yes forgot about this tactic! That is a simple way to encourage positivity among Ss & Staff. https://t.co/cisSwgXKmQ
A2: I would like to see more positivity on the walls of our school (literally) w/ uplifting posters, positive bulletin boards, etc
The kid is in the house tonight! Thanks for joining us, Barry. https://t.co/q148nJoJ6I
A2 in our daily relationships w/others, in the culture we build as a community school/district
interaction with students. . . . They really feed off that
any time w/you is time worth spending, Muscles!
. has been leading this charge for us! https://t.co/Hw9ekzarev
A2: I would like to see more positivity on the walls of our school (literally) w/ uplifting posters, positive bulletin boards, etc
Anytime patents come Back to School or Conferences do climate survey. https://t.co/WYvpeCPYL9
A2) Parent/Teacher conferences! When a P comes in, we need to make it positive & use that to build a relationship.
Glad you made it, Matt. Jump right in! https://t.co/NJr9gMBrFf
Hello all, sorry for the late arrival, Matt from IL, elem lead learner...I love bed time with kids
+advertising and branding are always helpful. We have great things going on that get over looked by some minor bad
A2- Positivity is DEEPLY rooted in teacher expectation.
They sure do!! Often times we are the only positive in these Ss lives. https://t.co/t3fuZka4ua
interaction with students. . . . They really feed off that
You have to stop in to see 's work! https://t.co/LYwirXpwTv
Yes forgot about this tactic! That is a simple way to encourage positivity among Ss & Staff. https://t.co/cisSwgXKmQ
A2: I would like to see more positivity on the walls of our school (literally) w/ uplifting posters, positive bulletin boards, etc
Yes, contacting families with a positive msg is key for S's success.
You got plenty of 'em this weekend with all the white stuff around! https://t.co/lHsuLlNzZh
any time w/you is time worth spending, Muscles!
A2: a slice of pizza w/staff, a few cookies, goes a long way
A3: Acknowledge the neg & seek out solutions together
A3) We can reframe conversations, be the change ourselves - start positive conversations/interactions w/others
We'll have to talk more about this, Rich. Like the approach. https://t.co/yk4gppaWl3
Anytime patents come Back to School or Conferences do climate survey. https://t.co/WYvpeCPYL9
A2) Parent/Teacher conferences! When a P comes in, we need to make it positive & use that to build a relationship.
I feel more positivity is likely when we keep a focus on students and what is best for each of them
LOL!!! I need your biceps. They do implants?
work is so good, Ive only seen one thing she has done. Will need to come see more! https://t.co/LgizD5KtsI
You have to stop in to see 's work! https://t.co/LYwirXpwTv
Yes forgot about this tactic! That is a simple way to encourage positivity among Ss & Staff. https://t.co/cisSwgXKmQ
A2: I would like to see more positivity on the walls of our school (literally) w/ uplifting posters, positive bulletin boards, etc
Agree. Just a few choice words can change entire tone of a conversation/message
A3) I've seen some great student groups that gather and cheer at games. Positive encouraging words only.
A2)Positivity has 2 exist in all facets of the job. When being firm, Ss absorb our energy interpreting exp as lesson or punishmnt
hahahahahah!!!!! Smoothies?
True, Brittanie. Requires a shift to keep conversations on the positive. https://t.co/0qkca9I5Z5
A3) We can reframe conversations, be the change ourselves - start positive conversations/interactions w/others
In the classroom making sure all S's participate in class. Ask ?'s accordingly, give them hints. They r all valuable.
A3: taking the easy way out: "be the change you want to see in the world"
A3. Do not face neg situations alone. Collaborate/consult/seek support from each other.
A2: writing positive notes is also helpful, takes a few moments to take an index card to write a "proud of you!" Note to a student
Excellent! https://t.co/WRxzX0ha2W
I feel more positivity is likely when we keep a focus on students and what is best for each of them
A2: that makes a kid's day, week, or even their month!
