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posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #AWSAconnect! Please introduce yourself, from where you are tweeting, and your favorite football team.

twhitford Sep 28 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Jumping in for #AWSAconnect while I try not to be distracted by the Packers. Do we have 280 characters yet?

SarahSajohnson Sep 28 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Exciting game and about to enjoy an exciting chat with some of my favorite people! #AWSAconnect #GoPackGo

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Jay joining #AWSAconnect from Merton, WI. I am a Packers fan through and through. Rain delay pending in Green Bay.

SarahSajohnson Sep 28 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Sarah Johnson, tweeting from basement in Northwestern WI with my favorite team @packers! #AWSAconnect

CurtRees Sep 28 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Principal of State Road Elem in La Crosse. #sdlax Favorite team is the Denver Broncos #AWSAconnect

twhitford Sep 28 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Tom Whitford here tweeting live from Lambeau Field....... just kidding. Tweeting from my couch. #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hey, Sarah! Glad you can join us. #AWSAconnect #GoPackGo

In reply to @SarahSajohnson

joeschroeder23 Sep 28 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Joe Schroeder from AWSA. Heading out after this to have some pizza with friends. Go Pack!! #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hey, Curt. You made it on the right week! #AWSAconnect

In reply to @CurtRees

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us, Joe! #AWSAconnect

In reply to @joeschroeder23

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Before Q1, invite someone to join us! #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 What are the most effective ways you communicate with staff and families? #AWSAconnect

GibbonsTJo Sep 28 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#AWSAconnect Tammy Gibbons from AWSA. Two toddlers are in bed so we're going to give this a try :-)

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Glad you could join us, Tammy! #AWSAconnect

In reply to @GibbonsTJo

SarahSajohnson Sep 28 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hey @KitLuedtke @LukeStordahl @Laura_Jennaro @SaraEichten @CSteiny24! Join us for #AWSAconnect

ctopher73 Sep 28 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Chris from Plano, TX. Go @Broncos! #AWSAconnect

schreiberjason Sep 28 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Checking in from Oconomowoc, elementary principal and Packer fan. #AWSAconnect

leah_whit Sep 28 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Leah Whitford splitting my attn betwn #awsaconnect & Packer game! Gr8 to connect w/so many Wiscondin peeps!

CurtRees Sep 28 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1 Best comm w/ parents is face to face during arrival & dismissal time. Try to do the same for staff, every clsrm everyday. #awsaconnect

twhitford Sep 28 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: I find it to be most effective when I communicate with them in multiple formats. Find them where they are. #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1 Face to face is the best, but phone, email, blog, and social media can also be very successful. #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 What are the most effective ways you communicate with staff and families? #AWSAconnect

sedbauer07 Sep 28 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hey @ChrisConohan @cocopoppa! Join us for #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Glad you could join us, Chris. @CurtRees agrees with your favorite team. #AWSAconnect

In reply to @ctopher73, @Broncos, @CurtRees

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us, Jason! #AWSAconnect

In reply to @schreiberjason

leah_whit Sep 28 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Wisconsin- obviously trying to multitask isn't wise! #AWSAconnect

sedbauer07 Sep 28 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Sarah, Principal @BenFranklinFPS! Excited to connect tonight. :) #AWSAconnect

GibbonsTJo Sep 28 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@AWSALeaders1 we know the Packer game is on, but it's also an #AWSAconnect night. Jump on right now!

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Great to see you here, Leah! #AWSAconnect

In reply to @leah_whit

twhitford Sep 28 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Facebook, Twitter, Remind, e-mail, Voxer, Phone and my favorite....Face2Face #AWSAconnect

sheehyrw Sep 28 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Ryan, Checking in from Bay Area, CA. Favorite Team= Packers. Former Charger Fan but they are traders. #awsaconnect

ctopher73 Sep 28 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: (1 of 2) Other than face to face and email. Use @SmorePages for weekly memos to staff. A variety of ways for community. #AWSAconnect

joeschroeder23 Sep 28 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1) Despite social media, it's still hard to beat in-person principal coffees, casual hallway and cafeteria conversations, etc. #AWSAconnect

CurtRees Sep 28 @ 9:08 PM EDT

a1 I do a Friday Focus newsletter for staff to avoid email fatigue. #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us, Sarah! #AWSAconnect

In reply to @sedbauer07, @ChrisConohan, @cocopoppa

virgilalligator - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 for me it remains F2F and via phone. I rarely email families. The school family newsletter is more general, but I prefer 1:1 #AWSAconnect

sedbauer07 Sep 28 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: Face to face, being present at PTO events, and Twitter have been effective so far for me. #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 What are the most effective ways you communicate with staff and families? #AWSAconnect

GibbonsTJo Sep 28 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#awsaconnect

sheehyrw Sep 28 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1. In person. F2F is always the best. Vlogs, emails, social media, letters, adn phone calls are also good. #awsaconnect

sedbauer07 Sep 28 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1, pt2) With staff, face to face has been most effective, though I tend to rely on my staff website and email too. #AWSAconnect

leah_whit Sep 28 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: I still find face2face to be the best way to avoid misunderstandings. Quick reminders/updates? Remind works well. #awsaconnect

ctopher73 Sep 28 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: (2 of 2) I use Twitter (@RiceMSRavens), @RemindHQ for daily announcement and other info. eNews and school messenger. #AWSAconnect

SarahSajohnson Sep 28 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: Personal is best. Face to face or phone. With parents, email, Smore, Remind. Still working on that. #AWSAconnect

In reply to @posickj

joeschroeder23 Sep 28 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@Laura_Jennaro @ChadHarnisch Want to join us for chat now? Go Pack! #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Hey, Ryan. How's the leg doing? #AWSAconnect

In reply to @sheehyrw

GSmit4Character Sep 28 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Best way to communicate w/ Ts to show them you know their time is valuable, their voices matter & you meet w/them face to face #AWSAconnect

sedbauer07 Sep 28 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I'm excited to be here! Love #AWSAconnect! :)

In reply to @posickj, @ChrisConohan, @cocopoppa

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Hey, Chris. I love my @SmorePages for families. #AWSAconnect

In reply to @ctopher73, @SmorePages, @SmorePages

GibbonsTJo Sep 28 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 parents love to see something daily, weather is its a tweet, Facebook post, or phone call to all. #AWSAconnect

leah_whit Sep 28 @ 9:10 PM EDT

I use smore for weekly staff updates, email... but find too often ppl don't always read the info. Bullet points seem to help #awsaconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Hey, Sharin! #AWSAconnect

In reply to @virgilalligator

virgilalligator - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 For communicating with staff, it is really our Hawk Highlights weekly Smore newsletter and our Blackboard page #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Great to see you here again, Gary! #AWSAconnect

In reply to @GSmit4Character

LukeStordahl Sep 28 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1) I started a weekly family newsletter using @lucidpress this year, but I use @remind too. Personal conversations=best though #AWSAconnect

leah_whit Sep 28 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I am out front every day greeting kids & parents at morning drop off-gr8 way to start the day:powerful energy & connections #awsaconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I'm a little jumpy during #marathon week. #AWSAconnect

In reply to @virgilalligator

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q2 What is your most powerful leadership characteristic and why? #AWSAconnect

DCESeniorHigh Sep 28 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: use the tech to get them in the door and then use face to face to connect. #awsaconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Hey, Luke! How's the running going? #AWSAconnect

In reply to @LukeStordahl, @lucidpress, @remind

sedbauer07 Sep 28 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2) My passion. I am passionate and express it in everything aspect of my current position. It energizes those around me. #awsaconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q2 What is your most powerful leadership characteristic and why? #AWSAconnect

CurtRees Sep 28 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 Most powerful leadership characteristic is integrity. Walk the talk, be honest, be fair, be consistent. #AWSAconnect

LukeStordahl Sep 28 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1) Started a weekly family newsletter using @lucidpress this year, but I use @RemindHQ too. Personal conversations=best though #AWSAconnect

JeffreyASee Sep 28 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1: Use the tech to get them in the door and then use face to face to build relationships. #AWSAConnect

virgilalligator - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: My interest level in a variety of things. It helps me connect to Ts and Kids, and I ask a lot of ?s to seek understanding #awsaconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 My most powerful characteristic is my energy, which can also be my worst. Hard to say no when it's for the kids or staff. #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q2 What is your most powerful leadership characteristic and why? #AWSAconnect

GSmit4Character Sep 28 @ 9:15 PM EDT

As supt, I utilized focus groups w/ invited staff, Ts, parents, students & community. Required me to listen more than speak #AWSAconnect

virgilalligator - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Hey @D4Griffin3 #AWSAconnect is ON! ;-)

JeffreyASee Sep 28 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: Teachers, kids and families want leaders who will follow through on what they say and be consistent. #awsaconnect

sheehyrw Sep 28 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2. Best Characteristic= Being Real. I keep it real and try to show everyone that I care because that who is I am. #awsaconnect

ChadHarnisch Sep 28 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Tweeting from my couch reluctantly after being guilted into it by @joeschroeder23 What are we talking about? #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Twin Cities Marathon will have a #KidsDeserveIt principal sharing the message. #AWSAconnect

In reply to @SarahSajohnson, @virgilalligator

joeschroeder23 Sep 28 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 Integrity, because if I'm not trustworthy, I can't build trust. And no trust = no relationships. We are a people business! #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:16 PM EDT

14 minutes of no game due to weather warning in Green Bay. Now we can focus on #AWSAconnect! Be safe, Lambeau!

joeschroeder23 Sep 28 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Sorry, Buddy. But thanks for joining us. I definitely owe you a beverage next time around.... #AWSAconnect

In reply to @ChadHarnisch

schreiberjason Sep 28 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Positive principal calls home. T's will recommend S' s and I will make a call home. We've gotten great feedback from parents. #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 What are the most effective ways you communicate with staff and families? #AWSAconnect

twhitford Sep 28 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2:Easily my good looks and fashion sense. #AWSAconnect

GSmit4Character Sep 28 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: Being a consistent leader of integrity as this allowed me to gain respect and credibility #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Great to see you, Chad. We're on Q2. #AWSAconnect

In reply to @ChadHarnisch, @joeschroeder23

CSteiny24 Sep 28 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Chad Steinmetz, Principal at Bloomer High School, checking in for my first #AWSAconnect session. This is my first attempt at this!

JeffreyASee Sep 28 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: I am unapologetically, obnoxiously positive. School newspaper wrote about me calling me “Optimist Assistant Principal.” #awsaconnect

LukeStordahl Sep 28 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 I try to be a good listener, respect people's ideas and passions, and keep the focus on what is best for kids and families. #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Oh, my. Did @leah_whit get that for you? #AWSAconnect

In reply to @twhitford, @leah_whit

SarahSajohnson Sep 28 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: Reframing and seeing the positive and hope in any situation. There is always a lesson. #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Glad you could make it, Chad. #AWSAconnect

In reply to @CSteiny24

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Glad you could make it, Jeff! #AWSAconnect

In reply to @JeffreyASee

SarahSajohnson Sep 28 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@packers are taking a break! They must know we are engaged in this chat. Weather is on our side. :)#AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q3 What are your favorite management tips and strategies? #AWSAconnect

leah_whit Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2: I'm a strong advocate for students & staff, & willing to address tough topics if it's what best for kids. #awsaconnect

GibbonsTJo Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 Empathy. Leaders who demonstrate empathy can make anything happen in the workplace. #AWSAconnect #authenticleadership

ChadHarnisch Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 - I think it's empathy. I make decisions on individuals from within the perspective of the person most affected. #AWSAconnect

LukeStordahl Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

This is the truth. :) #AWSAConnect

In reply to @SarahSajohnson

CurtRees Sep 28 @ 9:21 PM EDT

a3 Don't downplay mgmt when comparing to leadership. Mgmt is key. Shedules need to work and paychecks show up on time. #AWSAconnect

GSmit4Character Sep 28 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A person of character #AWSAconnect

D4Griffin3 Sep 28 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Thank you @virgilalligator for the reminder. Sorry I am late everyone. #AWSAconnect

sedbauer07 Sep 28 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3) Encourage staff to be reflective about management. Reteach specific expectations. Work with students to reflect. #awsaconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q3 What are your favorite management tips and strategies? #AWSAconnect

ctopher73 Sep 28 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: Hard to talk about self, but my main leadership quality is building relationships with all and loving the students. #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3 Involve others in decisions and they will be a part of the process. #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q3 What are your favorite management tips and strategies? #AWSAconnect

CurtRees Sep 28 @ 9:21 PM EDT

a3 Be efficient with your own time. Read Getting Things Done by David Allen. Will change your life. #GTD #inboxzero #AWSAconnect

GibbonsTJo Sep 28 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Q3 build in time with your administrative assistant. every. single. day. #AWSAconnect

sedbauer07 Sep 28 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3) I thought classroom management. Ha. #awsaconnect

SarahSajohnson Sep 28 @ 9:22 PM EDT

You do all this very well! Every day. #AWSAconnect

In reply to @LukeStordahl

sheehyrw Sep 28 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3. Make sure you are on top of the issues and delegate when possible. Build a strong team. #awsaconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Dennis! Glad you could make it. #AWSAconnect

In reply to @D4Griffin3, @virgilalligator

CurtRees Sep 28 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 More thoughts on mgmt v. leadership https://t.co/bZaPYlKBck #awsaconnect

sedbauer07 Sep 28 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3 redo) Be inclusive. Set high expectations me and Ts. Encourage reflection. Work on growing forward together. #awsaconnect

virgilalligator - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: Define and name your priorities. Then, build those in to your calendar w/ as much opportunity to connect with Ts and Ss #awsaconnect

leah_whit Sep 28 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: this year, I'm really focusing on being present when kids & staff are present-catch up on "manager stuff" once they leave. #awsaconnect

ctopher73 Sep 28 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: seek building leaders and those who support your vision and give them ownership. Listen and don't be quick to decisions #AWSAconnect

D4Griffin3 Sep 28 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2) My unwavering belief and optimism that as a team we can conquer any obstacle and ensure learning for #ALL! #AWSAconnect

JeffreyASee Sep 28 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: Staff want to be part of solution. If we ask them - and then follow through - they will remain engaged. Ask before deciding #awsaconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 Put what's important on your calendar and you'll do it. I have lunch and recess and classroom visits daily! #AWSAconnect

joeschroeder23 Sep 28 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 Pareto Principle. Know your purpose & live priorities first. We all either live out our purpose or live out others' noise #AWSAconnect

devmaxposlead Sep 28 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3. Listen to understand and build relationships. #AWSAconnect

CrystalBates79 Sep 28 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: teaching others to be problem solvers and good communicators so you aren't doing it for them. #AWSAconnect

abrigin1076 Sep 28 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Adrienne Schneider, West Bend, Go Pack! My first time with this group! Embarrassingly new to this whole Twitter thing. #AWSAconnect

SarahSajohnson Sep 28 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: Prioritizing time and building the day as much as possible around those priorities. Always people with a mix of paperwork. #AWSAconnect

CurtRees Sep 28 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 Never let an email get to a 2nd paragraph. If it is that long, it deserves a face to face or phone call. #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:24 PM EDT

So glad you could make it, Jill! #AWSAconnect

In reply to @devmaxposlead

JeffreyASee Sep 28 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3b: the logistical gets overlooked when going well. Provides ammo when going wrong. Get it right. #awsaconnect

LukeStordahl Sep 28 @ 9:25 PM EDT

That's one of my favorite quotes from Drucker - "The very best leaders are first and foremost quality managers." #AWSAconnect

In reply to @CurtRees

CurtRees Sep 28 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Seriously good book. An absolute must read to save your time and sanity. #awsaconnect

In reply to @SarahSajohnson

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:25 PM EDT

So glad you could join us, Adrienne! You already are ahead of the game by including the hashtag! #AWSAconnect

In reply to @abrigin1076

CSteiny24 Sep 28 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: Prioritize tasks based on how students' needs will be impacted and utilize leaders on your staff. #AWSAconnect

jhausser Sep 28 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Who do we need to follow to see the questions?#AWSAconnect

ChadHarnisch Sep 28 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3 I spend a lot of time pursuing DuFour's definition of consensus...will of the group is known, all dissent has been heard. #AWSAconnect

virgilalligator - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: Another tip-staying organized w/ a TASK list. I've been recognized for not missing a beat--dependable & on top of things #awsaconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:26 PM EDT

I agree, Curt. I tell our staff the same thing. Emails longer than a paragraph are best answered in a call or meeting. #AWSAconnect

In reply to @CurtRees

schreiberjason Sep 28 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Create a culture where people want to stay, makes routines and procedures a review rather than new teaching. #AWSAConnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q3 What are your favorite management tips and strategies? #AWSAconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Call to action! Share a student or staff celebration on Twitter or Facebook. #AWSAconnect

twhitford Sep 28 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3: Seeking Teacher input, have them help with decisions when possible, share my calendar, be in classrooms. #AWSAconnect

sedbauer07 Sep 28 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@BenFranklinFPS worked together hard to create our learning goals this year as as staff for the first time! #hardwork #worthit #awsaconnect

posickj - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Call to action! Share a student or staff celebration on Twitter or Facebook. #AWSAconnect

CurtRees Sep 28 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Even during the weather delay, the Bears just turned the ball over again. #AWSAconnect

devmaxposlead Sep 28 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Shout to my friends in School Data for their work on Standards Based RC's @BenvengaJoe @jimohagan #AWSAconnect