Who is ready for the Tuesday night Twitter Marathon?
#pln365 & the Power of Love (830)
#CultureEd & Personal Responsibility (9)
#TeachSC & State Assessments (9)
#TeacherMyth (10)
Who is running with me?!
Q1: Research shows that human connection, relationships and love are highly effective in education. What does “Love Works” in education mean to you? #pln365
A1: If our goal is to maximize the potential & productivity of all people & situations we should always act from a fundamental premise of love. #pln365#LoveWorks
A1 constant pop-ins & check-ins/outs with Ss, fist bumps, high fives, lots of hugs (I'm in ES); asking about THEM vs their behavior/academics (not either-or but focus on person too) #pln365
Q1: Research shows that human connection, relationships and love are highly effective in education. What does “Love Works” in education mean to you? #pln365
A1: I think we have to show students we care about them. Sometimes this can take the form of “tough love” and that’s okay too. As long as students feel connected and cared for, they will respond in kind #PLN365
A1: For true success and empowerment of the people, love must be at the center of the organization. It is a culture where people are always first. We notice, encourage, celebrate, mourn...together. #pln365
Q1: Research shows that human connection, relationships and love are highly effective in education. What does “Love Works” in education mean to you? #pln365
A1- great question- it means that Love will work as the core of educating children. They don’t care what you know till they know you care then Ss learning increases. #PLN365
A1 It is all about relationships. Ss need to feel loved and respected in order to succeed. We provide a safe place for Ss to make mistakes and learn. #pln365
Q1: Research shows that human connection, relationships and love are highly effective in education. What does “Love Works” in education mean to you? #pln365
A1: “Love works” in education means creating authentic relationships not only with our students but also with their parents! #pln365https://t.co/8nCf4Iko1H
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“Love Works” to me means when our Ss see our love for not only our content, but more importantly, for them it does more than cajoling, rewarding, etc. to get students motivated and engaged. #pln365
A1: Comes down to connection. Reaching out. Spending time. Asking meaningful questions You know it’s working when children and staff seek your time. #pln365
A1 All you need is Love! @smgaillard It's gotta styart somewhere Why noyt make it a place filled with loive. For many, it's the only place they will get that! #pln365
A1. Education is a service profession. The greatest servants lead from a place of love. When you love kids, you will sacrifice, you will give all of yourself, you can forgive and not take things personally, with love you can do the work teaching requires. #pln365
A1: Education is a calling, You need to love what you do. Love works when you put your heart into making a difference in the lives of your students, your colleagues and the community you serve. #pln365
A1: A learning environment built on care and student empowerment will lead to exponential growth academically and behaviorally. Get to know the core of students as individuals. #pln365
A1: Just as we feel more engaged, more motivated, and more inspired when surrounded by those who love us, so too must we be the love that surrounds our students. The more they know they’re loved, the more they are willing to perform. #pln365
A1: Letting students know that we care about them and have high expectations for them. Encourage students to keep going especially when they feel like giving up. #PLN365
A1: Chapter 2 is all about Unconditional Love in my book What's Under Your Cape? When we model loving kindness and create a climate of caring where children love and are loved, we'll set the stage for incredible learning, healthy connections and unlimited growth. #pln365
A2 Ss need to know that no matter what happened today, tomorrow is a new day and they are still loved. Don't hold grudges over past behavior, and start each new day fresh. #pln365
A2: When kids/adults don’t succeed it’s not because they don’t want to; it’s typically because they have unmet needs preventing success. Loving human connections make people feel the trust/security/worth necessary to overcome other hinderances & thrive. #pln365#LoveWorks
A1. Love works because when a child feels loved, they are much more likely to feel safe, secure and willing to give their best. This works the same with staff. #pln365
A1:One of my fav Christian artists has a lyric, “God put a million million doors in the world for His love to walk through. One of the doors is you.”Also, “only love.” 2 of my #lifequotes. If I remember to respond in love, everything else falls into place. @jasongraymusic#pln365
Q1: Research shows that human connection, relationships and love are highly effective in education. What does “Love Works” in education mean to you? #pln365
Love is so critical in education because it builds a sense of security in the classroom. When students feel secure, they are more willing to take risks and stretch themselves as learners. #pln365
A1: taking the time to know our ads. Building relationships and modeling empathy and compassion. If we want our Ss to become caring, productive humans we need to support them. #PLN365
A2: It's as simple as showing a student that you care...sometimes the little things mean more than we can comprehend, because it may be all they have #pln365
We can always use love to build strong foundations with Ts and Ss. Love will build strong bonds that create many learning opportunities and build an amazing culture. #PLN365
A2: I don't see love as a tool, I see it as genuine emotion. You cannot fake it. If we love what we do, we love helping others, we love students, then relationships founded in trust will develop. The possibilities are endless from there. #PLN365
A2: When kids (and adults) see us extend love even when another is at a low, lashing out, and do this with unconditional intention...others feel that. They may not show it immediately, but they feel it. #pln365
A1: PC from TN, jumping in late...first time here! To me, if you truly want to be great, it has to stem from love...without love, you can't have positive relationships, and without that, true, meaningful connections fail to exist. #pln365
A2: From taking an extra moment to think of others first to offering a helping hand, a listening ear, or constructive feedback, when we show love to our kids (or our colleagues), we inspire them to consider doing the same. “We we model is what we get.” - @casas_jimmy#pln365
A2 Ss need to know and believe they can make a mistake & you will still be there...had a first grader flip me off today, later during reading groups I helped him with no strings attached or "well b/c of earlier..." speech #pln365
A2: When you communicate and collaborate with love as the backbone, even the toughest critique is manageable. Lead with the heart and the mind will follow. #pln365
A1: Love works means that love is at the heart of everything we do. Love of learning and our Ss motivates us to teach despite the challenges. Showing love to Ss makes them feel like they are important. #pln365
A2 Love can be used as a tool for transforming the culture of classrooms and entire schools because when you lead with love and respect both Ts and Ss know that the purpose of conversations is for the betterment of the community as a whole. #pln365
A2: Modeling care and consideration consistently makes a real impact on student behaviors. Addressing the issues that can impact students availability to learning are always on the forefront. #pln365
A2: I must say, my colleague and friend @steffedd4th is a great role model on this topic! Her patience and love for her students helps them embrace who they are without being judged! #pln365
A2 Love breaks barriers, promotes trust, shows transparency and vulnerability. in other words... Relationship building and modeling! See people first. #pln365
A2 - Love is one if the most positive words we can say to others. Showing a love of people, profession and attitude can transform the culture of a school. #pln365
A2: Many times our students see negatives at home. We may be the 1 shining moment of their day. Find that connection that makes Ss want to be around.
Same goes for colleagues. We may not fully know what is going on outside of work hours in their life.
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A1: It means making the tough choice to act in a loving manner, even when you are tired & overwhelmed. Making needs of Ss, families, tchrs a priority and working together to accomplish shared goals- these a hallmarks of "love working" especially when the going gets tough. #pln365
As our friend @houstonkraft says students are saying one of two things with their behavior: I ❤️ you or Please ❤️ me! Either way love guides our reactions and we can teach students how to #ChooseLove with their peers. Let’s fill some buckets! #PLN365
Q3: Despite a large emphasis on relationships in current day education the idea of “love” in education is still viewed as “faux pax” by many. Why do you believe this is the case? #pln365
As our friend @houstonkraft says students are saying one of two things with their behavior: I ❤️ you or Please ❤️ me! Either way love guides our reactions and we can teach students how to #ChooseLove with their peers. Let’s fill some buckets! #PLN365
A2:when you love, you build and maintain relationships. You know what makes your ss tick, what makes them feel better. You give them grace, forgiveness. You apologize, listen and give them a voice and a choice. It matters that they are in your class and they are missed. #pln365
A3: Educators are often hesitant to exude love outwardly because although it’s powerful it creates vulnerability (thus possibility of perceived weakness, disappointment, pain). But vulnerability/it’s risks reflect openness & humanness - the keys to connection! #pln365#LoveWorks
Thanks, Barbara! It’s been such a joy to share my experiences with kindness in and out of school! Who knew writing could be so FUN? #pln365#passionforkindness
A2) Love is being invested. If we are invested with students they are willing to invest with us. Ss understand we care & want want them to have every opportunity. Growing together #pln365
A2: first, love isn't a tool. It's an essential (and natural) characteristic of any teacher. Second, love is the foundation of all good relationships. Good relationships means authentic classrooms means real (not always easy) learning takes place #pln365
A2 Love means respecting each other. It doesn’t mean we always agree on everything, but we respect each other enough to have discussions. We validate our Ss voice (as well as our peers). When you have a voice you are more willing to collaborate. #pln365
A2. With more aggressive discipline (yelling, removal) Ss shut down or respond for a few minutes. With a kinder approach to redirecting behavior (restorative) Ss understand impact and the potential for change is greater. #PLN365
A3 love conjures feelings and fears of inappropriateness I think; Ts are fearful of their reputations & careers although they should embrace the idea #pln365
A2: When we love students and colleagues, we treat them as people, not problems to be solved. When those around us feel valued as individuals, it's easier to have positive interactions.#pln365
I've learned to not hold back saying "I love you" to a student. I used to keep that quiet because I thought that "looked best"
But we are the only love some of these kids get! We must not be afraid to be the one for them! #pln365
A2 Tune into the positive relentlessly and overcome the fear to default to negativity. Believe that our profession is noble and world-changing. #LoveWorks#PLN365
A3: Expressing love is risky, we become vulnerable and afraid of being hurt. Sometimes we try to keep others an arm's length away. In order to feel comfortable with the idea of love in the schoolhouse, we have to be comfortable with the possibility of being hurt. #PLN365
A3- good question - because we still believe that students do not have options and also believe that comes from home. With the crumbling of the family unit in our society we have to break that thinking with new age leaders like u guys. #PLN365
Leading by example. Adults need to work together to create an environment that is rooted in trust and understanding. Need to create a circle of safety for all-adults as well as Ss. #pln365
A3: If that’s so, I imagine they’ve never worked with kids before. As one of the most powerful forces on Earth, why wouldn’t we use love in education? If anything, we need more of it! #pln365
A2: All children deserve the best. The best from others. The best from their school environment. If we bring our best the likelihood that they will bring their best increases and this relationship is an expression of love #pln365
A3 I think it's easy to get caught up in complaining about students instead of celebrating their accomplishments. It's harder to think of what you love about kids than what was hard when you're in the trenches. #pln365
A2: When people that they are loved, they will paint the world for you to return that love. LOVE is contagious and #LoveWorks in school because it's where we model and teach social skills for healthy relationships. #PLN365
A3: Because for too long districts have hired young, inexperienced “teachers” on the cheap not equipped to be classroom leaders. Story after story of inappropriate relationships btw teacher and student makes it that much harder to bring love and care into our hallways. #pln365
A2: To share my passion and love for science and the world and to encourage curiosity in each of them so that they too know the love and passion of learning! #pln365
A3. People are uncomfortable with the word. They are fine with saying I love my job, but not comfortable telling a child they are loved. Kids are also uncomfortable with it being said to them b/c they aren’t used to an educator saying it to them. #pln365
A3 I think some are afraid of showing emotion, perhaps can be viewed as a weakness or because there is a thought that we should not show emotion, have a connection #pln365
A2) When we are utilizing a loving perspective and understanding to move our educational needle forward. We can have those tough conversations and everyone understands this has to be done for us to be successful.#pln365
A2: showing grace & leading with love allows s’s & colleagues to experiment, to take make an attempt, to try a little harder because they know they will have someone to help them back up if the experiment or attempt fails & they offer that grace to others in return #PLN365
A3 I try to not view it that way and tell my student often I love them! Love to often takes the negative connotation when used with Ss. Its about caring for our fellow humans whether they be our students or not! #pln365
A3 I think many people consider "loving" as being vulnerable and thus shows weakness. Many people also think that if you show love people or Students will just take you for granted. #pln365
A3: Old school mentality...many people don't adhere to the belief that there are multiple kinds of love. It's ok to let your guard down and be a real person as opposed to trying to be the authoritative presence in the room. #pln365
A3: I believe we are still gaining ground in shifting mindsets for these "soft skills" that are actually key components in developing the whole child. Love, kindness, empathy, and compassion entwine for citizenship and making the world a better place. #pln365
Q3: Despite a large emphasis on relationships in current day education the idea of “love” in education is still viewed as “faux pax” by many. Why do you believe this is the case? #pln365
Agreed, loved listening to Rita tell how she marked a +2 on a test rather than -18 because it told the student they were on their way, rather than defeating them #pln365
A3: There is a fundamental misunderstanding of what love is - we narrow our definition to only cover romantic love. Real love covers the gamut, from friends and lovers, to how I feel about pizza. #pln365
I so agree! Sometimes when I say, "I love you" to a Ss, the change in their demeanor is immediate. They let go of the weight on their shoulders and the smile emanates from their eyes. They NEED and deserve our love! #PLN365
I've learned to not hold back saying "I love you" to a student. I used to keep that quiet because I thought that "looked best"
But we are the only love some of these kids get! We must not be afraid to be the one for them! #pln365
A2: When people that they are loved, they will paint the world for you to return that love. LOVE is contagious and #LoveWorks in school because it's where we model and teach social skills for healthy relationships. #PLN365
A3 - Unfortunately people still feel the power that teachers have shouldn’t equate with love of job. It’s like taboo to really love teaching and kids. I know I don’t feel that way, but I also know some that do. They are also teachers. #pln365
A3) Thinking about college classes - “Don't smile until January or they will think you’re soft and run all over you.” So glad that was advice I left on the shelf!! #pln365
A1: Love Works means everything. Everything we do is an act of love or a cry for more - Bryan Huddleston When I teach from this perspective, everything changes. Lean towards LOVE at all costs! #pln365
Q3: Despite a large emphasis on relationships in current day education the idea of “love” in education is still viewed as “faux pax” by many. Why do you believe this is the case? #pln365
A2: I don’t know how to use as a tool. All I know how to be is loving. Love involves a certain amount of selflessness. I do not to think about what I may gain from being loving, but what I may lose from being unloving-hurting others. #pln365
Q4: Contrary to proven effectiveness, often the idea of “love” in education is falsely associated with weakness, low expectations and wavering standards. What can we do to change this stigma? #pln365
A3: From a man's perspective, we can be viewed as crossing a line, unfortunately. If we say we love a student, it can be misconstrued and become an allegation. I believe female Ts get this leeway more. #pln365
Q3: Despite a large emphasis on relationships in current day education the idea of “love” in education is still viewed as “faux pax” by many. Why do you believe this is the case? #pln365
A3 Is it a misunderstanding of what love means? Love is listening, trust, presence, dependability, and forgiveness. Love means you are there students and teachers no matter what happens. #pln365
#pln365 love ,patience , caring,respect are beautiful words & emotions to possess and express... to my mind there are many ways of displaying and expressing the same as long as Ss know we care for their well being and overall good ,They see the love in the scolding they get too
A1: I've always said everybody should come to school late one day... just once. Seeing the whole class turn and face the door as you walk in, hearing the cheers, feeling the hugs & high-fives, knowing that this place just wasn't the same without you! #pln365
I told one of my second graders yesterday (one who is known for behavior) that I wanted him at school...he about fell on the floor in disbelief. Imagine what would have happened if I told him I loved him! #pln365
A4: Love’s vulnerable; it’s not weak. What happens when we lead/educate through love & vulnerability is innovation & positive change. We must validate fears/discomfort but be bold in celebrating innovative successes, rooted in love. It’ll change the stigma. #pln365#LoveWorks
A3: There is a fundamental misunderstanding of what love is - we narrow our definition to only cover romantic love. Real love covers the gamut, from friends and lovers, to how I feel about pizza. #pln365
A4 I would think the opposite is true. If you love someone, your expectations of them are higher and you feel strongly about their success. At least, this is true for me! #pln365
A2b: I find a benefit of being loving is Ss know I care about them because they are important to me. As I tell them, “I may only teach you this year, but my door will always be open if they need me.” #pln365
A3 I always saw Love as safety. You are safe to make mistakes, to try new ideas, to speak without reprisal or judgement, to know that someone has your back because you are you! #pln365
A4-Love has to be part of the core business through risk free caring for students. Restorative Practices and Restorative Justice that lets kids know no matter what they will be valued. #PLN365
A2: #pln365 We love our colleagues when we promote their well-being such as: Genuinely listening to them;Being emotionally present;Helping in practical ways such as covering when their child is sick;Cooperating together on a task; Celebrating together over a job well done
I did not even see the graphic but was thinking about @BreneBrown , loved reading Daring Greatly and the power of being vulnerable, great message! #pln365
A3: I fear that the word “love,” although has many different meanings, as the Bible and “Love, Actually,” describe, has evolved into something inappropriate. When you “love” your students, you are an equivalent to a mother,” or inappropriate, like what you see on the news.#pln365
Q4: Contrary to proven effectiveness, often the idea of “love” in education is falsely associated with weakness, low expectations and wavering standards. What can we do to change this stigma? #pln365
Q3: Educator preparation programs typically teach pedagogy and theory first. School based professional development typically trains about instructional structure. Staff Evaluations typically do not address love. School mission statements rarely include love. #pln365
A4: Show the correlation between strong, positive relationships and student performance. Those that think love = weakness will start to realize that they are missing out. #pln365
A4: We can change this stigma of love by sharing our stories. As educators, we engage in conversations about students constantly. Most likely, your toughest students were won over with love. Make sure other educators get to hear and witness this success. #pln365@DrJStephensVP
A2: When kids know they're loved and valued, that their ideas are important and needed, that their tchg will enhance everyone else's knowledge - they feel as if they belong in this learning community. A world where they're receive back what they've given! #pln365
A4: Stay true to the power of love and work tirelessly to prove it in all that we do for our kids and colleagues. As we all know, those teachers who showed us love are the reason we are who we are today. #PLN365
A4 - This isn’t meant as a “pat on the back!” If kids say, “he is the most inspiring teacher because he truly loves his job and is!” I’m hopeful that others will see the power of loving what they do. #pln365
A4 We love them, so we push them harder. We don’t give up on them and we don’t let them give up on themselves. We tell them that because we love and care about them we expect more from them. Love is not a free pass #pln365
A4: We also show love to our Ts with small things, like the drink cart.
My principal (left) was my student back in HS Spanish 1 class. Once a student, always a student. What a joy it is to work with him again!
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A4) To change the stigma, we can NORLINIZE our schools by creating a culture of excellence. Hard to argue with results! #PLN365#CharacterStrong#WildcatNation
A5: In FRPS we’ll promote love this week with the annual K-12 Arts Expo, where the community will come together & celebrate the fine/performing art of all K-12 students through an enormous gallery/musical performances! Amazing @FRPSFinePerArts@frpsinfo! #pln365#LoveWorks
A4: By showing love in all we do. It's all about strengthening relationships: with students, with staff, with stakeholders. Inspire by your words and actions! Students will rise to meet expectations! #pln365
Q4: Contrary to proven effectiveness, often the idea of “love” in education is falsely associated with weakness, low expectations and wavering standards. What can we do to change this stigma? #pln365
A3: People tend to associate love with being “soft” or “weak” which perpetuates this myth. We need to come to an understanding that we can still discipline, have hard conversations without being afraid to look beyond actions.#PLN365
What an amazing chat! @DrJStephensVP you were outstanding. 💪 #pln365 stay tuned for some news regarding our Summer Series...more to come soon! #LoveWorks ❤️
A3: I have come to realize that some feel quite uncomfortable expressing their emotions or telling Ss that they are important to them. They create an artificial barrier between themselves and Ss. Maybe it is a way to protect themselves from being hurt? #pln365
A4: Stay true to the power of love and work tirelessly to prove it in all that we do for our kids and colleagues. As we all know, those teachers who showed us love are the reason we are who we are today. #PLN365
A3-I believe we became so "content" driven that the pendulum swung far away from "love". Now it's finally coming back to focusing not only on content but the whole child too! #pln365
Q3: Despite a large emphasis on relationships in current day education the idea of “love” in education is still viewed as “faux pax” by many. Why do you believe this is the case? #pln365
A4: Show the correlation between strong, positive relationships and student performance. Those that think love = weakness will start to realize that they are missing out. #pln365
Q4: create a school or district level guiding framework around love. Review policies & procedures that may lack love. Create a professional development plan for all staff about loves impact on learning and child development. Model functional behavior with staff & parents #pln365
A5: Tomorrow I have a big meeting that hopes to start the process of bringing love back into the classrooms of our most critical students. Let’s hope #LoveWorks to provide great opportunities for our kids. #pln365
Yes, Dennis! We have to be able to model positive self-talk. There is undoubtedly a direct correlation between how others see how we treat ourselves and whether or not they believe they are capable of being loved! #pln365
A5- we will have circle groups during advisement on Wednesday with a talking piece so every student can participate to the questions that build relationships and we all learn about each other. Weekly activity for us with different questions weekly. #PLN365
"There is no greater blessing than to appreciate the gift of love and life."
I am SO excited to share the love when The #Path2Serendipity is released on May 3. Pre-order now! https://t.co/RJFmDZe8N5#pln365
A4 An educator with a loving heart sets the bar high and is the biggest coach and cheerleader for students. If you truly teach with love, all students are your students. You believe and work for the success of all staff. #pln365
A4: Share our successes with Ss that others have given up on. I love when a teacher asks, “How did you get him or her to do work in you?” My response, “I didn’t get him or her to work. What I did is tell the student that I care about him or her.” #pln365
A4: Let that love shine so bright that it leaves no doubt. Those who don't believe will need to wear shades. With love the future is limitless. #pln365
Thanks so much to all of you who joined #pln365 tonight! I’m SO inspired and am eager to see how you’ll promote love in your schools/districts in the upcoming days. Shine on my friends, knowing that you make an amazing difference in the world every day! #LoveWorks#BetterTogether
This may be the case because of this fear that loving others can bring worth weakness. And love does that, it can cut right through us, but it is love that grounds our relationships and keeps us coming back each day. #pln365@DrJStephensVP
Q3: Despite a large emphasis on relationships in current day education the idea of “love” in education is still viewed as “faux pax” by many. Why do you believe this is the case? #pln365
A5) We’ll continue to focus on our school wide mission of teaching the following character traits through an advisory model while asking/answering this question daily: What will YOU do for others Today? #WildcatNation#CharacterStrong#PLN365@careacter
A5: BE where my feet are, in the moment, with everyone who crosses my path. That's a simply powerful way to show that #loveworks! I will look them in the eye and tell them, SHOW them, they matter, I need them, I'm glad they're here! #PLN365
A4: Practice, model, teach, acts of kindness, greet students at the door, provide opportunities for students to interact and practice social skills, to grow together! #pln365
A4: I feel like the change of this perception has to come from the ground up. If our students feel loved within our classrooms, they'll feel comfortable taking risks & failing, therefore learning more. IMO, the classes that feel the most love tend to see the most growth. #pln365
Q4: Contrary to proven effectiveness, often the idea of “love” in education is falsely associated with weakness, low expectations and wavering standards. What can we do to change this stigma? #pln365
A2: We can use love as a tool through every interaction we have with both students and staff. Telling your students you missed them after a school break, thanking them for showing up for you... those things speak volumes to kids of any age. #pln365
A3: I believe its because as humans we struggle with Self Love and exploring Love can trigger pain . It's so sad that Love has become a taboo topic. Hopefully with the rise of #SEL parents, educators, and Ss will raise their EQ's together! #pln365
A5: Last week, we got to show love to our Special Olympic Athletes with a full school send-off (video below).
This week, making those connections with Ss I see, but don’t talk to as often in the halls. #pln365
A5) I always say I want to be better about positive phone calls home. My goal for the week is to call at least one family per grade, maybe two if I'm lucky! #pln365
Q4: Contrary to proven effectiveness, often the idea of “love” in education is falsely associated with weakness, low expectations and wavering standards. What can we do to change this stigma? #pln365
Interestingly, it is not this way in some cultures. One of the first things my Brazilians Ss asked me, “Why do the American Ts act weird when we hug them?” Here the student-teacher relationship is much closer. #pln365
A5: I will make sure each of my kiddos feels the love through love notes! I do this every once in a while, writing them each a specific note - my 5th graders will save every note I write them. I know how much these small gestures mean to them. #LoveWorks#pln365
Teachers, love the parents of your kids, know they are doing their best. Many without training or support. Parents, have compassion for teachers who have chosen to wake up each day & help your child. From this place, everything is possible! Kids learn & behaviors change. #pln365
A5 We are rebooting our community this week. We have reread our “Bucketfilling” book and watched a great student made video about the importance of the words we use. Tomorrow we will “catch” our bucket fillers 😊#pln365
Q5: Spend time mentoring new teachers. Spend more time with misbehaving students. Review school procedures, policies, memos, newsletters, artifacts and the schools website for possible unintended negative evocations. #PLN365
Thank you @DrJStephensVP! I’m glad I put this chat on my calendar and set an alarm. I knew I couldn’t miss this. You did a great job! I look foward to re-reading the tweets throughout the week. #pln365
In some ways, I believe assuming positive intent is an act of selfishness... I choose to look for the good, the positive because it puts me in a place where I focus on what makes me happier. The impact I can have on others is the icing on the cake. #pln365
I agree with this so much!!! Setting a culture of acceptance and grace is so important to our students, especially those who may not get that grace and support anywhere else! #pln365
@DrJStephensVP this is just a change in mindset....one of the most difficult part of our jobs as educators. We don’t have control of the outside world but we can make love for our students a “normal” in our CR. We change them one student at a time. #pln365
You’re right on Allyson! This takes a level of Authenticity that feels uncomfortable at first but with practice we can strengthen these character muscles! It’s like a workout for the soul! #PLN365@DrJStephensVP
Many are too quick to suppress rather than edify and support. Colleagues can't be bothered to greet each other. :( Cooperation furthers the agenda more than competition.
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