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evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:00 PM EST

We are honored with your presence tonight, these are our norms :) #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:01 PM EST

Greg- K, #TeamFelegy and Team #mdeschat! Hope all are well tonight.

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:01 PM EST

I'm Evylyn Quinones, assistant principal at Phyllis E. Williams; I want to share joy! #mdeschat Good Evening!

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:02 PM EST

Good evening Greg! #mdeschat

In reply to @jazzmeister2013

principal64 - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:03 PM EST

Chris, elementary principal, one word? Grateful #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hey Walt! Hope all is well. #mdeschat

In reply to @WalterReap

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:04 PM EST

Walt, principal at Cristo Rey Jesuit High School. I'd like to share gratitude with everyone! #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:04 PM EST

#mdeschat Hello!! Ready to GROW with you all tonight! :)

jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hey Chris! #mdeschat

In reply to @principal64

jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:05 PM EST

Hey Rian! #mdeschat

In reply to @missreed

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:05 PM EST

Today, we have a very interesting topic to share...let's get started! This is our first question: #MDESchat

DeniseFaidley Feb 9 @ 8:05 PM EST

Denise, elementary AP, positive #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:05 PM EST

Hey Chris! #mdeschat

In reply to @principal64

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:06 PM EST

Hey Rian! We are grateful to be growing! #mdeschat

In reply to @missreed

principal64 - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:06 PM EST

A1. Proficiency is a level of perf romance #mdeschat

BestFootKids Feb 9 @ 8:07 PM EST

Debbie, foster care academic advocate/coach. EMPOWER is my favorite word! #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:07 PM EST

One word I’d like to share- ENTHUSIASM. #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Feb 9 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1. Proficiency is performing at the minimum standards #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1. Proficiency is a level of performance that demonstrates competence with a skill or ability #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: Proficiency is establishing a goal expecting everyone to hit it. Basketball hoop is 10ft. You score when the ball goes in! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1- Proficiency measures one’s performance relative to a certain standard or objective; demonstrating understanding, application. #mdeschat

BestFootKids Feb 9 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1 Proficiency is different at different levels. For my kids it means knowing how to be a student. Study, organize, take notes... #MDESchat

missreed - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: a standard score of mastered skill on a given assessment. Ex. Reading on grade level Lexile on SRI #mdeschat

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:10 PM EST

Question #2: What is growth? #MDESchat

principal64 - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:12 PM EST

A2. Growth is any incremental progress beyond a starting point #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:12 PM EST

I remember with #MSA some thought 'Basic' was the expected goal. #mdeschat

In reply to @principal64

mrdonnelly3 Feb 9 @ 8:12 PM EST

A2: Growth is improvement. #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Feb 9 @ 8:12 PM EST

A2. Growth is a demonstration of improvement or attainment #MDESchat

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:13 PM EST

A2. Just wondering, can we stop growth? Part of nature, needs conditions to take place, compares to itself to be measured #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:13 PM EST

A2- Growth is progress, a shift forward or a shift higher. Growth signifies improvement, greater mastery, skill development. #mdeschat

BestFootKids Feb 9 @ 8:14 PM EST

A2 Growth is taking at least one step in a positive direction from where you currently are. #MDESchat

joherraharris Feb 9 @ 8:14 PM EST

what happens to s's already proficient they not encouraged to grow #MDESchat

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:14 PM EST

#MSA the difference between 50 and 51... #mdeschat

In reply to @WalterReap, @principal64

mrdonnelly3 Feb 9 @ 8:14 PM EST

We can regress without practice. #mdeschat

In reply to @evyabel

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mrdonnelly3 Feb 9 @ 8:15 PM EST

What about the idea of 2 steps forward and 1 step back? It's net growth #mdeschat

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:15 PM EST

that's scary, but truth #MDESchat

In reply to @mrdonnelly3

missreed - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:15 PM EST

Truly important! Understanding of growth and proficiency are important for the BIG picture. #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Feb 9 @ 8:12 PM EST

A2: Growth is improvement. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: Growth is the distance between iterations demonstrating positive results. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:16 PM EST

The power of establishing, nurturing, and cultivating growth mindset. Even when proficient, there is more to learn.#mdeschat

In reply to @joherraharris

mrdonnelly3 Feb 9 @ 8:16 PM EST

I don't know ... I'm looking forward to regression in my diaper changing skills #mdeschat

In reply to @evyabel

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:17 PM EST

Proficiency and growth are aligned to learning. Check our next question #MDESchat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:17 PM EST

Great question! Growth is relative to the applied measure. #mdeschat

In reply to @evyabel

mrdonnelly3 Feb 9 @ 8:19 PM EST

A3: Ps tend to look more at proficiency first, but I look for for anything positive. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:19 PM EST

A3. Both, we're always hoping for growth, but we still must guide students to proficiency #mdeschat

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:19 PM EST

thanks for sharing a point that some assume it will just happen, by nature. We can support or hinder growth #MDESchat

In reply to @DeniseFaidley

mrdonnelly3 Feb 9 @ 8:19 PM EST

A3: I would be more concerned with no growth when already proficient than growth but not proficient. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3- I think Ps and Ts look for both. Ps have to have understanding of proficiency levels, w/ intentional celebration of growth. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:20 PM EST

Yes exactly, but when measured against a standard or level; growth becomes relative to desired results. #mdeschat

In reply to @evyabel, @principal64

missreed - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:21 PM EST

Me: Both. Growth is great for celebration of victories to keep up the momentum past proficiency. Ps- each different #mdeschat

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:17 PM EST

Proficiency and growth are aligned to learning. Check our next question #MDESchat

DeniseFaidley Feb 9 @ 8:21 PM EST

A3. Definitely both! Proficiency is a mastery goal but you also want to see growth. Advanced understanding #MDESchat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:21 PM EST

Thats right, but when the goal is improving EVERYONE can grow. #mdeschat

In reply to @joherraharris

joherraharris Feb 9 @ 8:22 PM EST

@jazzmeister2013 there is more to learn but test only measure growth to prof then s's hit ceiling #mdeschat

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jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:16 PM EST

The power of establishing, nurturing, and cultivating growth mindset. Even when proficient, there is more to learn.#mdeschat
In reply to @joherraharris

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:23 PM EST

So true! 20 mile march; great by choice! #mdeschat

In reply to @mrdonnelly3, @evyabel

jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:23 PM EST

Tests measure standards at grade level. When that proficiency is gained, push higher. How can we elevate concept? #mdeschat

In reply to @joherraharris

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:24 PM EST

I'm thinking about those parents that want TAG labels when a student passes proficiency. What do you think? #mdeschat

In reply to @missreed

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WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:25 PM EST

Maximize opportunities over time; great reminder Michael.#mdeschat

In reply to @mrdonnelly3

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:25 PM EST

I think it becomes a school responsibility to empower our parents and students to elevate #mdeschat

In reply to @jazzmeister2013, @joherraharris

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:27 PM EST

Next question tonight, thanks for sharing such a rich and interesting topic #MDESchat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3: Ps have been conditioned to compare their child's performance to a standard, which is not so bad. #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:29 PM EST

I am doing some deep diging into the growth of one Gifted Ss at my school for #NBCT right now! I need consitent HIGHS and GROWTH. #mdeschat

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:24 PM EST

I'm thinking about those parents that want TAG labels when a student passes proficiency. What do you think? #mdeschat
In reply to @missreed

Dr_CynthiaJaird Feb 9 @ 8:29 PM EST

A3 I wonder how students would respond #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4. Differentiation allows teachers to vary the path for students, but the end result remains the same, proficiency #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Feb 9 @ 8:32 PM EST

A4. DI is crucial for growth. Standardization is needed for comparison of that growth against a standard #MDESchat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:32 PM EST

A3: The standard establish goals, but should be over time. Growth helps us know the progress Ss are making toward the standard. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:33 PM EST

A4- Differentiation allows for accessibility. Meeting Ss where they are to achieve proficiency and growth. #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Feb 9 @ 8:33 PM EST

A4 Only some tests are standardized. Those are used to measure proficiency. You can use a differentiated tests to measure growth #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:34 PM EST

Ss should be taught how to manipulate Tests based on their strengths to arrive to the right response-WHY am I "x" type of learning #MDESchat

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:27 PM EST

Next question tonight, thanks for sharing such a rich and interesting topic #MDESchat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:35 PM EST

Somehow WE have produced this mindset. What if ALL schools were TAG, all Ss would grow, right?!?! #mdeschat

In reply to @evyabel, @missreed

mrdonnelly3 Feb 9 @ 8:36 PM EST

What is TAG? #mdeschat

In reply to @WalterReap, @evyabel, @missreed

jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:37 PM EST

Talented and gifted. #mdeschat

In reply to @mrdonnelly3, @WalterReap, @evyabel, @missreed

mrdonnelly3 Feb 9 @ 8:37 PM EST

Thanks! #mdeschat

In reply to @jazzmeister2013, @WalterReap, @evyabel, @missreed

missreed - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:37 PM EST

I gave myself the TAG label :) and ALL my Ss are #GIFTED #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:35 PM EST

Somehow WE have produced this mindset. What if ALL schools were TAG, all Ss would grow, right?!?! #mdeschat
In reply to @evyabel, @missreed

Dr_CynthiaJaird Feb 9 @ 8:38 PM EST

A4 The combination gives students the opportunity to transfer knowledge and skills to another context #fluid #mdeschat

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:38 PM EST

A5. Our students are learning how to share their data and monitor their growth, we call them leadership conversations #MDESchat

joherraharris Feb 9 @ 8:38 PM EST

What is the best tool to measure growth? #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:39 PM EST

A4: Ts diffetentiate to eliminate the bell curve, but tests are standardized to sort and distribute wealth/power. #mdeschat #JustSaying

jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5- Data shapes & drives instruction. How can I support individual Ss learning? What are big rocks that require more focus? #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Feb 9 @ 8:41 PM EST

A5: To know what students know and are ready to learn and evaluate my teaching of concepts. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:41 PM EST

Why is there an expectation gap? #mdeschat

In reply to @DeniseFaidley, @evyabel, @missreed

principal64 - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:42 PM EST

A5. Most important data are daily, formative assessments, quick checks of understanding that lead to changes in instruction #mdeschat

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:42 PM EST

This is a difficult ?, since it would need to adapt to a start point and expectations; not a one size fits all #MDESchat

In reply to @joherraharris

missreed - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:42 PM EST

Show Ss the results and ask them what they see. Glows and grows! #Empower #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:43 PM EST

True! Relevant data allowing for instant adjustment and application. Real-time support. #mdeschat

In reply to @principal64

DeniseFaidley Feb 9 @ 8:44 PM EST

A5. I hope Ts are making instr. decisions- planning for instruction, groups & on the spot decisions based on real time data #mdeschat

missreed - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:45 PM EST

Sometimes growth is measured by school-wide and sometimes individual, county, or country depending on the assessment. #mdeschat

joherraharris Feb 9 @ 8:38 PM EST

What is the best tool to measure growth? #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:45 PM EST

I think its performance over established time intervals but same content. #mdeschat

In reply to @joherraharris

justincholbrook Feb 9 @ 8:45 PM EST

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jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:46 PM EST

Justin, welcome! You’re just in time for the rest of the conversation. Glad you could join us! #mdeschat

In reply to @justincholbrook, @RPEMS233

missreed - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:46 PM EST

REAL-TIME support!!!! #PowerWords #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:43 PM EST

True! Relevant data allowing for instant adjustment and application. Real-time support. #mdeschat
In reply to @principal64

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:46 PM EST

and I hope parents are invited to become partners and support these decisions #MDESchat

In reply to @DeniseFaidley

justincholbrook Feb 9 @ 8:47 PM EST

A5: Data is a great topic. I prefer a balance of quantitative numbers & qualitative observations. Combining gives the full picture #mdeschat

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:47 PM EST

Time to share at #MDESchat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:48 PM EST

A5: Data is used to communicate where Ss are performing relative to course/content essential knowledge. #mdeschat

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justincholbrook Feb 9 @ 8:50 PM EST

A6: My favorite assessment is a portfolio. Provides # data as benchmarks of growth as well as a deeper representation of ability #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:50 PM EST

A6. Favorite assessment tool? The eyes of a great teacher 👀 #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Feb 9 @ 8:51 PM EST

Favorite tool? Talking with Ss and having them explain or show me something #mdeschat

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:51 PM EST

Makes a lot of sense, and stops Ts from raising the rigor #MDESchat

In reply to @DeniseFaidley, @WalterReap, @missreed

mrdonnelly3 Feb 9 @ 8:52 PM EST

I agree, the more experience I get the sooner I can spot, or even predict, misconceptions and intervene. #mdeschat

In reply to @principal64

missreed - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:53 PM EST

A6: Here are 5 Favs! https://t.co/92NHhATgmu #mdeschat NOT EFFECTIVE without TEACHER EYES! :) Thanks @principal64

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evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:55 PM EST

Just wondering... and reading news from various states #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:55 PM EST

My favorite assessment tools are varied and formative. #mdeschat

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:47 PM EST

Time to share at #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 9 @ 8:56 PM EST

A7- Testing for testing sake is of no value. Testing for reliable, relevant information to support Ss growth is significant. #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Feb 9 @ 8:56 PM EST

A7 If you have a plan to help Ss with the data, then some is fine. I disagree with a lot of test security measures though. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Feb 9 @ 8:57 PM EST

A7. No need to end it, just be more thoughtful, age appropriate, and involve teachers in developing #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Feb 9 @ 8:57 PM EST

A6. Rubrics are good if pre-shared, but formative tools are most effective #mdeschat

justincholbrook Feb 9 @ 8:57 PM EST

A7: Testing is much different than assessing. Testing is solely for jumping through political hoops. Assessing is student-centered #mdeschat

mrdonnelly3 Feb 9 @ 8:58 PM EST

A7 There is also the cost both financially and of instructional time taken. It is a complicated issue. #mdeschat

evyabel Feb 9 @ 8:59 PM EST

Tonight, we had a great time together :) Thanks for pushing the bar higher... we need both "to grow pass proficiency" #MDESchat