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TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Good Evening, #FLedChat I hope you have recovered from the sugar rush that was Halloween.

MEMSPAchat Nov 1 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Come join #MEMSPAchat - a leading ed chat on Thursday at 8pm EST @TG_Neil #FLedchat Join the leading, learning & collaboration!

participatechat Nov 1 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #FLEdChat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/tmr0m9WUVY

kmichellehowell - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Hi, Tammy! #FLedChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hey, Michelle! #FLedchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:01 PM EDT

As we get started, let's do the introductions by also telling everyone what your favorite candy is. #FLedChat

KristinCHarr - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi #FLedChat!

kmichellehowell - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hey there #FLedChat! Michelle, Media Specialist, multi-tasking and typing tonight!

nathan_stevens Nov 1 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hey Tammy, Hit me with some of those sweet tweets #fledchat

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ElementaryGeek Nov 1 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi all! It's been a while but I'm excited to be on for another great #FLedChat tonight!

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TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:02 PM EDT

I'm Tammy from Branford. I teach CS to grades 6-12. My favorite is Reese's cups. #FLedchat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi, Kali! #FLedChat

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kmichellehowell - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi, Nathan! #FLedChat

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nathan_stevens Nov 1 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Is Tammy Neil a candy because if she is then that is my answer #fledchat

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nathan_stevens Nov 1 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi Michelle #fledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hey, Kristin! Can't wait to see everyone this weekend at @edcampflagler #FLedChat

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LitProfSuz Nov 1 @ 8:03 PM EDT

#FLedchat Do you use FlipGrid? Would you share your experiences in my research study? https://t.co/nrLRDQMm7s

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Glad to have you return, Kali! #FLedChat

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KristinCHarr - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:03 PM EDT

hmmm...Probably Reese's Peanut Butter Cups #FLEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hey, Kristin! Can't wait to see everyone this weekend at @edcampflagler #FLedChat
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TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:04 PM EDT

That's just a tad on the creepy side. #FLedChat

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kmichellehowell - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Kristin! Can’t wait to see you and @TG_Neil on Saturday! #FLedChat

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KristinCHarr - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:04 PM EDT

We are super excited! Getting the final touches finished :). #FLedChat #edcampflagler

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hey, Kristin! Can't wait to see everyone this weekend at @edcampflagler #FLedChat
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TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:05 PM EDT

As we get started tonight, we will use the Q1/A1 format until the conversations get started. Don't forget to use #FLedChat so we can share.

nathan_stevens Nov 1 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Ok we have found a line and crossed it. Back to some kind of normal response #fledchat #skittles

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TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Glad to know you recognize it. LOL It's all good. #FLedChat

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kmichellehowell - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:06 PM EDT

My favorite candy is anything chocolate! #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:06 PM EDT

We will be talking about how we support new teachers in our schools. This is the time of year that critical decisions are made. #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Question 1 will be here before you can wipe the sticky candy residue from your cheek. #FLedChat

larkscience Nov 1 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Hi #FLedChat I am eating 100 Grand and wishing to be in FL weather today ☀️🍫

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:08 PM EDT

** Q1 ** What supports are there at your school/district for new teachers? #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Welcome, Erin! #FLedChat

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nathan_stevens Nov 1 @ 8:09 PM EDT

New teachers in #fledchat Step 1: find Tammy’s school Step 2: get a job there Step 3: learn from Tammy

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kmichellehowell - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1. There are some new teacher meetings before preplanning & they are offered a few things during the year. #FLedChat

ElementaryGeek Nov 1 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 We have a lead mentor at our school that helps out new teachers., but it's usually the grade level team that helps out most #FLedChat

KristinCHarr - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: We have a really good mentoring program. The Curriculum Specialists meet with the new teachers once a month, and check in. #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: Our new teachers are provided a mentor and we have support staff that meet with them throughout the year. #FLedChat

larkscience Nov 1 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Are they scheduled for the typical high/low times of the school year? I appreciate strategic planning! #FLEdChat

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nathan_stevens Nov 1 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1 there are a lot of beginning teacher small PD sessions that can really get off to a great start #fledchat

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kmichellehowell - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:12 PM EDT

I’m honestly not sure how the scheduling is decided. I hear about them periodically. #FLedChat

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kmichellehowell - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:13 PM EDT

That used to happen in my district. Not any more I’m afraid. #FLedChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Since the state handed most of the certification process to the districts, many have changed their programs. #FLedChat

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FoleyKev Nov 1 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Our NQTS are the future.We must support them in every way we can #FLEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Question 2 will be here before the kids discover where you put the good candy. #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:17 PM EDT

** Q2 ** How could we support our new teachers better? #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:17 PM EDT

True. #FLedChat

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nathan_stevens Nov 1 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2 share ideas on how to engage students #fledchat

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nathan_stevens Nov 1 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2 share how you build connections with students #fledchat

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KristinCHarr - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: Give them time to adjust and find their path, Create team goals (rather than individual goals) to encourage collaboration #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: I would love to see more time for veterans and new teachers to just talk. I don't think we get enough of that. #FLedChat

larkscience Nov 1 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 Give then a safe place to be heard and a competent mentor to listen. #FLedChat

SchleiderJustin Nov 1 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 have an official and an unofficial mentor. #fledchat @btcostello05 thoughts?

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nathan_stevens Nov 1 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2 Be trueful with them. Too many times they hear one side of things #fledchat

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nathan_stevens Nov 1 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2 help them find a twitter chat to help support them #fledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Yes! I think too many are so stressed out that they don't see this as important, but it can make all the difference. #FLedChat

SchleiderJustin Nov 1 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 have an official and an unofficial mentor. #fledchat @btcostello05 thoughts?
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MajellaDempsey Nov 1 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Majella from @MU_Education @MaynoothUni lead by example, invite NQTs in to observe u teach, invite feedback and professional learn #FLEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:23 PM EDT

I LOVE this idea! #FLedChat

MajellaDempsey Nov 1 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Majella from @MU_Education @MaynoothUni lead by example, invite NQTs in to observe u teach, invite feedback and professional learn #FLEdChat

ElementaryGeek Nov 1 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Agreed! Assigned mentors are good, but finding someone you click with and trust is essential #FLedChat

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KristinCHarr - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:23 PM EDT

So many great suggestions! #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Question 3 will be here before the kids realize that you're the one that ate their candy and not the Halloween Elf on the Shelf. #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:26 PM EDT

** Q3 ** With all the stress NTs feel, how do we help them understand and decompress safely? #FLedChat

ElementaryGeek Nov 1 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Yes! We don't invite each other in often enough. Fishbowl lessons can be really effective #FLedChat

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nathan_stevens Nov 1 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3 tell them to inject something they like to do for fun into the class experience like dirt bikes or something similar to that #fledchat

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kmichellehowell - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A2. Listen to them. Offer assistance, but be careful of doing too much for them. Help them learn to figure stuff out (empower). #FLedChat

MajellaDempsey Nov 1 @ 8:31 PM EDT

All learning is stressful NQTs need to collaborate and get like the cuckoo & use & build on others ideas for teaching #FLEdChat sharing NB

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TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A3: Ask them to take a walk with you. Sometimes a brisk walk, fresh air, and a kind ear is all they need. #FLedChat

ElementaryGeek Nov 1 @ 8:31 PM EDT

So true. Just like with our kids. Everyone has to deal with the productive struggle #FLedchat

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kmichellehowell - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3. Offer them a safe place to vent. Sometimes they are from other places & have no one. #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Number 4 will be here before you take the orange wreath off the door. #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:34 PM EDT

** Q4 ** How do you spot a NT that may be on the verge of leaving the field? #FLedChat

larkscience Nov 1 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4 When they withdraw. They badly need someone to extend a hand and envelope them back into the fold #FLedChat

KristinCHarr - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: Just like Ss, they are all different. Some will let you know, others you won't know until they're gone. #FLedChat

DennisDill Nov 1 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Hard to keep new teachers unstressed when veteran teachers are stressed ... #FLedchat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4. When you can see that they have mentally & emotionally checked out. When they don’t care. #FLedChat

MajellaDempsey Nov 1 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q4. #FLEdChat difficult Qn, all should feel that teaching competences can be developed, be open to asking for help, open to support

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ElementaryGeek Nov 1 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4 Showing signs of being overwhelmed, and are unsure of where to turn to resolve it #FLedchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Very true. But many feel like asking for help means they don't know what they're doing. How do we help them change this mindset? #FLedChat

MajellaDempsey Nov 1 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q4. #FLEdChat difficult Qn, all should feel that teaching competences can be developed, be open to asking for help, open to support
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btcostello05 Nov 1 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Mentoring shouldn’t be singular,always be collecting good people,developing potential mentors.Also good to know who can coach you #FLedChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Very true. I've been teaching for 26+ years. I am always looking for mentors. #FLedChat

btcostello05 Nov 1 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Mentoring shouldn’t be singular,always be collecting good people,developing potential mentors.Also good to know who can coach you #FLedChat
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MajellaDempsey Nov 1 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Need to build it into the professional culture of schooling #FLEdChat make asking for help a strength core to teaching & learning

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TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:46 PM EDT

I know I don't know it all, but I know @nathan_stevens and that's really close. #FLedchat

larkscience Nov 1 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Seconded. I have so many mentors this year and am absolutely blessed in that respect, people who care about my growth & success #FLEdChat

btcostello05 Nov 1 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Mentoring shouldn’t be singular,always be collecting good people,developing potential mentors.Also good to know who can coach you #FLedChat
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ElementaryGeek Nov 1 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Building relationships can definitely help. But I'm guilty of this too. As Ts we feel like we should always know the answer #FLedChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Question 5 will be here before you realize the Christmas displays have been up for 3 weeks. #FLedChat

btcostello05 Nov 1 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Also mentoring is a relationship based on trust and respect, you can’t assign trust or respect. #FLedChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:50 PM EDT

** Q5 ** It is important to realize not everyone is cut out to teach. How do we encourage those that need to move on to move on? #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Very true. Trust and Respect are built and earned. #FLedChat

btcostello05 Nov 1 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Also mentoring is a relationship based on trust and respect, you can’t assign trust or respect. #FLedChat
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SchleiderJustin Nov 1 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A5 admin needs to support them and give them every opportunity to succeed. Also have to document the journey #fledchat

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kmichellehowell - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A5. That’s where honest reflection comes in. They may also need you to say, “What else are you interested in doing?” #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A5: True support doesn't sugar coat the truth. However, tact is extremely important in this situation. #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:54 PM EDT

I've had that conversation with one or two colleagues in the past. Not easy, but they are much happier now. (So are the students.) #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A5. That’s where honest reflection comes in. They may also need you to say, “What else are you interested in doing?” #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I can only imagine! #FLedChat

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btcostello05 Nov 1 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A5. Supporting new teachers comes from understanding where they come from, what needs they have, how they learn best #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:56 PM EDT

I would hope that if I were ever to try to fix a car, someone would stop me. Any car repaired by me could be dangerous. #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:58 PM EDT

As we wrap up tonight, I remind everyone that our conversation is only worthwhile if we actually do something with it. #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Let's make sure we DO something to make a difference. #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:58 PM EDT

As we wrap up tonight, I remind everyone that our conversation is only worthwhile if we actually do something with it. #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Nov 1 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Don't forget to connect with folks that intrigued you tonight. #FLedchat

ElementaryGeek Nov 1 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Thanks #FLedchat for the great chat tonight! Looking forward to using some of it with my team in the coming weeks.