#fcpslearn Archive
#fcpslearn is a weekly chat about teaching and learning. Our focus is on creativity, innovation and inspiration. We discuss a range of educational topics that range from technology integration to the Olympics.
Tuesday April 24, 2018
7:00 PM EDT
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Welcome to . Please introduce yourself, your role in education and tag someone that you want to invite to chat tonight.
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Hey all. Phil from Clarke County signing in. I teach 7th grade US History II. hope to see you here tonight!
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Patrick, an coach from Clarke County, VA.
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I’m Debbie. I’m an instructional technology coach for a middle school in Winchester, VA. How about it - Can you join in?
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A1 Stacey joining in this evening. I teach 5th grade ELA in Winchester, VA.
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I’m Amy. I’m an Instructional Technology Coach for Frederick County in Winchester Virginia.
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A1: First, abandon the don't smile before Xmas rule. Second, start day 1 with genuine interest in knowing your students. Show them you care.
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A1: Being respected > being liked but the two do not have to be mutually exclusive. Be relatable and be friendly, but establish clear boundaries and expectations. Relationships are worth more than gold in our profession!
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A1: I would tell a new teacher that first steps should be about building a culture of respect and value with students in the classroom.
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A1 The time and effort spent building relationships with students and families will be an investment that will pay dividends all year long and beyond.
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A1: be yourself. Friendly ok, but you’re not a friend; you’re an adult, not a peer.
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A1: being a new teacher, I’ve learned how important it is to love the students who get loved the least.
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A1: I would spend the first few days of school just getting to know each other and have conversations about what each other likes. I always knew the first names of all my kids the first day and they always love that.
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A2: Stay current on language, music, and truly listen to them. Drop jokes and laugh with them. Be confident in modeling your mistakes.
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A2: morning meetings! Sit down and chat about non academic stuff. It’s important not only for the teacher but for the Ss as well
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A2: Ask for restaurant recommendations/netflix shows to watch. If I see a jersey on I strike up a conversation about the team (either school or at a higher level). Chat about the upcoming musical. Find what THEY are interested in and have authentic convos!
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A2: I sing the name game song. They love it. Get to know them individually with different activities. Scavenger hunts where they find people to represent different characteristics.
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I am Shelly, AP of the mighty Bulldogs of JWMS in the gorgeous Winchester, VA
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A2: ask questions, but don’t pry. Be consistent & respectful so they can ID you as trustworthy.
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A2: People need to know you care. Being a good listener is a great start, as well as asking questions. Remember the things they talk about. Invite others to join in.
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A2: Have breakfast and conversations with the kids. Make a cute invite and do this every other week. Talk about anything but school.
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A1: Express how excited you are to be there! Share some stuff about yourself, tell them what you expect you will accomplish TOGETHER, and what you intend to invest to get them there.
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A2 I greet my students in the hall each morning and let them know I’m glad they are in school. I notice what they are interested in and begin conversations around those interests. I try to high five/fist pump each student as they leave my class and thank them.
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A3: I struggle with students that are in to things I've honestly never heard of... The power in this lies in letting students teach me. Powerful bonding and new stills for me, win/win.
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A3: Relationships with students is paramount to their success. If I am unable to connect I take an introspective perspective to see how I could best empathize. It usually works.
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A3: don’t give up. Keep at it. Send a positive note home. Invite them to breakfast or lunch with you and other kids.
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A3: Yes, recently I have had a student I continue to struggle with. Relationship grew significantly when he found out I play Fortnite. Today was a bit of a struggle though. Hopeful for a better day tomorrow.
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A2: I always found that starting conversations about everyday things helped. I was unafraid to share a deprecating story about myself here or there. I also talked about challenges I faced and how I overcame them.
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A3: Some students are more difficult to connect with. Being consistent with respect and a caring attitude is a good start. This does not always fix things, but it does show that you can be counted on.
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A3: shared my concerns w another teacher that did have a better relationship w the student.
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A3: I have had trouble connecting before. I tried to get find out what they enjoyed and what they were invested in. Sometimes it worked, sometimes it didn't.
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2 by 10s! 2 times a week, 10 minutes a day, sit individually with the Student you are struggling to connect with and try to bond one on one. Play games, chat, anything that can find out what their interest is will be helpful for sure
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A3 Some kids build very thick walls that are tough to break through. I try to be consistent with chipping away a bit of those walls each day with conversations, trust, and compassion.
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A4: Talk to them and hang out with them. Looking forward to getting pizza with up in Inwood on Friday or Saturday!
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A4: Colleagues really value the same things. Listen deeply, extend trust even before its earned, help without expecting a return, and value them.
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A4: I am in a new building this year so I really had to make an effort. I am not shy so that helps. I wandered a lot and introduced myself and just asked a lot of questions. I listened and offered any support they needed.
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A2: Simple: treat students like human beings - e.g. talk to them about their day, their interests, their passions, what they're doing, offer advice - truly listen to them. Share the same information in return. You know - just what we do with other people!
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A4: I take an authentic interest in them as mothers, fathers, brothers, sisters, sons, daughters and so on. Understanding that life happens and we all have a story matters because they matter
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A4: Building relationships with colleagues is about listening, caring about what is important to each of us, making time during the busy school day, and inviting humor.
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A4 I talk with them about their lives outside of school. It’s always fun to grab lunch on PD or work days. Social time outside of the work day is a must.
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A5: Be accessible, available and present!
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A4 Similar techniques: find out about them, what they value, their experiences. As an admin, a lot of relationship building with my staff comes from five words: Trust built via follow through. Relationships with my admin peers often comes from shared ideas.
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A5: They empower us to empower others! They treat teachers like professionals and give them autonomy to go out and be risk-takers and innovators!
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A5: The biggest thing for me is belief. Believe in your Ts and make sure they know it. Believe so much they know even the bad days can be amazing!
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A5: Supporting the learning, growth, and achievement of students. Coaching based on individual teacher needs and readiness. Trust and continued support.
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A5: Listen to teachers as experts in their fields. Let teachers lead and design PD efforts and guide them towards best possible practice. Trust goes both ways - and both sides should grow as a result.
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Don't forget to check out tomorrow at 8pmET and Thursday at 9pm ET
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thanks for the convo tonight! Hope to see the community on Thursday at 9pm ET for when we will reflect on our procedures!
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Q5: Coaches can build relationships with faculty by being a good listener, being visible to the staff, coming alongside to encourage, and having fun with them.
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A5: Just answered this a little in A4. Admin build relationships with faculty through a few trusty things: clarity of vision and communication; follow through; clear expectations; expressed appreciation; shared celebrations
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Great job tonight. I appreciate the time that everyone gives in this chat. I learn a great deal every week. Hope to see you next week.
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A5 I love when admin are present and engaged with the staff. I’m a teacher, mother, and wife. It means a lot to me when I’m asked about my family. Love the high fives from and
