Our chat will focus on the idea that we can lead and make positive change from any position in our school systems. Leadership is not about a title, it is a way of thinking and acting.
Hey #LeadLAP! Alicia from NC, Lead Digital Learning & Media Innovation Facilitator at a STEM magnet middle school. Happy to be here!
Favorite holiday song is Mary, Did You Know - I particularly love the @PTXofficial version! https://t.co/AbyNS0ELPR
Good morning #LeadLAP! I’m Marcia from Atwater CA! #tosa Induction Coordinator/Mentor to new teachers! Fav song All I Want For Christmas is You -Mariah Carey https://t.co/N76QzNS70k
Hello #LeadLAP! It has to be Dreidal Dreidal! I ❤️teaching Ss how to play 😊 My name is Tika, and I am an aspiring future administrator. Excited to be here to learn.
Good morning, #LeadLAP! I’m Anna a teacher and life-long learner from San Diego. My favorite holiday song for this time of year is “O Come All Ye Faithful.” #PrincesOfSerendip
Marsha here.. MS Science in SoCal - this may be the hardest Q of the day! There are so many holiday songs I love, but this year my children are old enough to start singing them w/ me so I will choose Santa Claus is Coming to Town (as it's my daughter's favorite to sing) #leadlap
Good morning, #LeadLAP. Marisol from San Diego. SO HAPPY that my girl, @AllysonApsey is guiding us today. One of my fave holiday songs is "Santa Claus is Coming to Town." #bringmepresents
Good morning #leadlap. Carla, secondary principal from Santo Domingo, Dom Rep. Favorite holiday song: Jose Feliciano's spanglish song, Feliz Navidad Makes me happy!
Good morning #leadlap family from Barbara, counselor, life coach, mentor and author of What's Under Your Cape? in TX. Check out this beauty that I saw on my walk this week!
Good morning, I'm Genvieve, principal from California. The first holiday song that comes to mind, so I'll call it my favorite. Little Drummer Boy #LeadLAP
Q1: In The Princes of Serendip, the king gives his sons some important advice. Tell us about the best gift of advice you have been given in the past year. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
Q1: In The Princes of Serendip, the king gives his sons some important advice. Tell us about the best gift of advice you have been given in the past year. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
Q1: In The Princes of Serendip, the king gives his sons some important advice. Tell us about the best gift of advice you have been given in the past year. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
hey!!! Yes!! And check out these 3 versions of Little Drummer Boy! Plus...thanks to @AnnickRauch and @johnberray for putting me onto two of them! #LeadLAP#tlap
In reply to
@principledlady, @AnnickRauch, @johnberray
Good morning #LeadLAP Carrie Holloway, Asst. Principal, Summit View Academy, Northern Ky. Favorite Christmas song - a little Pentatonix O Come, All Ye Faithful
Q1: In The Princes of Serendip, the king gives his sons some important advice. Tell us about the best gift of advice you have been given in the past year. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A1: My mom was up for May Queen in junior high and selflessly voted for her competitor, and then lost the competition by one vote. She taught me to always believe in myself--and to vote for myself! #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A1: When you realize you've made a mistake, sometimes the best thing to do is nothing. Don't panic. Doing something rash to "fix" it often compounds the problem. --Obviously that advice isn't always applicable, but it helped me tremendously. #LeadLAP
A1: I feel like I get great advice all the time - hard to narrow it down! This year has been a lot of change & challenges, so lots of advice about taking time for the process and relationships. #LeadLAP
Q1: In The Princes of Serendip, the king gives his sons some important advice. Tell us about the best gift of advice you have been given in the past year. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
"Any strategies to get kids not set limits for themselves before they even begin?" - a great question by a teacher here at #EdcampSEMass#tlap#learnlap#leadlap
A1. Best advice I have received is - “Hope doesn’t create change, action creates change.” This reminds me to constantly strive to innovate, Challenge status quo and ask “can it be done differently”. #LeadLAP
A1: The best gift of advice I have been given this past year was to own my emotions, accept my imperfections, and allow others the same freedom. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A1 Best advice I’ve received this year came from good ole #Hamilton musical! “Talk Less. Smile more.” Slows me down to rethink what I want to say. Can be a big help sometimes. 😬 #LeadLAP
A1)The most helpful piece of advice I have had in the past year was to not be afraid to delegate. It doesn’t mean that you can’t do your job, it means you know how to do your job EFFECTIVELY. #LeadLAP
Q1: In The Princes of Serendip, the king gives his sons some important advice. Tell us about the best gift of advice you have been given in the past year. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A1: From a popular Christmas movie during my childhood days, this song really resonated after I was given the advice to take my retirement from public school and my encore career one breath at a time, one step at a time, one day at a time. #leadlaphttps://t.co/HlHd1cse3C
A1 - Best advice I've been given this year: Cannonball (thanks to my Pirate PLN) I've tried so many new things and had great success, but more than that I have learned to trust myself #LeadLAP
A1: Not from this year, but great advice: "Your work is never done. So close up shop and go home to your family. Then come back and reprioritize tomorrow." #LeadLAP
A1 The best advice that someone gave me this year, is to take care of myself physically and spiritually so that I can be open to the opportunities that come. Sometimes they knock lightly! #mindfulness#LeadLAP
"In order for a classroom to be student centered, we have to break the mindset that being compliant equates to being smart." - so true! #EdcampSEMass#tlap#learnlap#shiftthis#leadlap
A1: I call my 86 year old mom every morning on my way to work, she’s my mentor.....daily advice, lol, but best advice is “no matter how others treat you, keep being kind” “kill’em with kindness” #LeadLAP#bekindEDU
A1: A reminder to spend the most time on what matters most (“big rocks”). It’s easy to get caught up in the busy but less important stuff like emails #LeadLAP
A1: From #RunLAP - @adamwelcome says "Stop thinking you're not...worthy of being in the game because you are. It's your turn now...Don't be afraid to join in." I needed that when I read it and it constantly pushes me forward. #LeadLAP
A1: To work harder to build connections in the beginning, it will pay off in the long run and to dream BIG - nothing is ever too big #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A1: The best advice has been to smile more, to find the joy in every situation and every person. There are so many challenges in this job, but so much good - if we look for it. #LeadLAP
Q2: There is one picture in The Princes of Serendip that makes children gasp when they see it. Describe the last situation that made you gasp in awe or delight. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A1: Also one thing that has really helped was, thanks to @LISHealthOffice I've really worked on becoming #traumainformed and getting to really find out how to work with these kids #LeadLAP
A2: We had a new kindergartner start this week and I gasped when a classmate went to help him get ready for recess and to show him the way to the playground. Our babes do wonderous things! #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
Q2: There is one picture in The Princes of Serendip that makes children gasp when they see it. Describe the last situation that made you gasp in awe or delight. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
Q1: In The Princes of Serendip, the king gives his sons some important advice. Tell us about the best gift of advice you have been given in the past year. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
This has been a great quote for me this year too. Often I am reminded I grow more in the difficult situations. In the moment, it's hard to remember that, because I'd rather it just be easy. #LeadLAP
Q2: There is one picture in The Princes of Serendip that makes children gasp when they see it. Describe the last situation that made you gasp in awe or delight. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A1 This year I've learned to let go. Let other's take the lead, let people be in charge of their own emotions (instead of feeling like I have to fix them), walk away from negativity. Just let go.
#LeadLAP
A1: To intentionally work on building my self-confidence in order to be able to speak with humble, confident authority as I work to help educators in my sphere of influence.
#LeadLAP
Q1: In The Princes of Serendip, the king gives his sons some important advice. Tell us about the best gift of advice you have been given in the past year. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A1: So hard to choose because all my mentors have been amazing. My mentors have shown me through example just how important listening is in this position. It’s definitely helped me in several situations this year! #LeadLAP
I have heard this from @burgess_shelley SO MANY TIMES, and it's taken me literally YEARS for this advice to sink in. Once it did, it changed my life. Thank you, my friend. #LeadLAP
A1: Not from this year, but great advice: "Your work is never done. So close up shop and go home to your family. Then come back and reprioritize tomorrow." #LeadLAP
A1: The best gift of advice I have been given this past year was to own my emotions, accept my imperfections, and allow others the same freedom. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A2: The last thing that made me fill with delight was watching my students lead a game I taught them last year. They were analyzing, thinking strategically, offering advice, and having FUN in math. #LeadLAP
A1: The best advice has been to smile more, to find the joy in every situation and every person. There are so many challenges in this job, but so much good - if we look for it. #LeadLAP
A1: I’ve also learned it is okay to not be okay. Take time to process the negative things that happen. I wrote about it here: https://t.co/OrESc0iWhK#leadLAP
A2 #leadlap I constantly gasp and gape at the #UnleashedKindness I see daily by kids at school. The love, selflessness and full on compassion is mind blowing yo!
Q2: There is one picture in The Princes of Serendip that makes children gasp when they see it. Describe the last situation that made you gasp in awe or delight. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A2: we invited some kids from an orphanage to Thanksgiving Lunch at our school. When a 5-year old boy was introduced to me, he immediately grabbed my hand to show me around... That is one I will never forget! #LeadLAP
Q2: There is one picture in The Princes of Serendip that makes children gasp when they see it. Describe the last situation that made you gasp in awe or delight. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A2: This week I walked into our HS office and beheld the awesome present tree our secretary spent hours constructing over the Thanksgiving break! Amazing! #LeadLAP
A2: as mentors we’ve been developing themed PD based on @burgessdave#TLAP my colleague @dot_ramirez recently presented & used so much passion I felt like I was watching a movie star! #LeadLAP
In reply to
@AllysonApsey, @burgessdave, @dot_ramirez
A2: Employee with head in hands ay desk obviously having a tough day. Kid sees this from hallway, sneeks in and quietly gives the employee a hug. Made my day, my week, my month. #LeadLAP
Q2: There is one picture in The Princes of Serendip that makes children gasp when they see it. Describe the last situation that made you gasp in awe or delight. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A2 Coming back on Monday from Thanksgiving Break. The joy and the engagement happening in all the classrooms (I went to see ALL of them). It was a joy to be back together again. It filled my heart @IndigoProgram teachers! #LeadLAP
A2 - Many of my colleagues were featured in 'Leading with Dignity' by Donna Hicks - I finished reading it last night and feel so grateful to be surrounded by amazing innovators who embrace the dignity tenets #LEADlap
If we want student-centered classrooms in which students are willing to try, to be okay with failing, to embrace chaos, we as teachers have to model this. It is hard, it is stressful, but it is powerful. #EdcampSEMass#tlap#leadlap
A1: The best piece of advice I’ve received this year is that being a principal is NOT a popularity contest! It’s about making sure every single decision made is best for the kids, not what’s easiest for the adults. The bus is moving & the seats aren’t always comfortable! #LeadLAP
A2. This past week our 7th graders did presentations as culminating part to PBL. They presented to our parents and district office. So proud of their communication and empathy they demonstrated and how our parents supported this effort. #LeadLAP
A2: I find myself in awe of my students, daily. They are a completely different group than the ones that showed up on day 1. They are so excited to learn- I hear “What? that was fast” when I ask them to clean up for recess or dismissal. #leadlap
Failure, and my children, have been my greatest teachers. Failure has brought me closer to humanity and closer to who I'm meant to be. Failure is a blessing and a gift. Thank you @JohnnieTysklind for this reminder. #LeadLAP
A2: It always delights my heart to not only see #kindness on a shirt but also in action. I was following this little one around watching how gently she shepherded her grandmother from booth to booth at our local Art show a few weeks back. So sweet! #leadlap#bekindedu
A2 I tutor my Ss after school 4days a week and on Thursday my 18 year old son came to help out. Two of my little boys ❤️d every minute w/him. They told me the next day they wanted to continue to make Mr. Sawyer proud😊 #leadLAP
Q2: There is one picture in The Princes of Serendip that makes children gasp when they see it. Describe the last situation that made you gasp in awe or delight. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A2: I gasped in delight yesterday when a song (that I had never heard before) came on the radio and had a verse that directly correlates with the last line of my newly-finished novel. #LeadLAP Also, anytime I see twinkle lights, I gasp in delight. #PrincesOfSerendip
A2 I gasped when I saw the ultimate frisbee tournament that one of our 12th graders put together all on her own. She invited 6 schools, got sponsors to pay for everything and it was an amazing show of leadership.
#LeadLAP
A2: Last night, seeing all of our families come together for our Holidays in Harmony event - This makes me smile seeing everyone learning together and also appreciating all cultures #LeadLAP
A2: Yesterday we celebrated the end of @NaNoWriMo and my students have left me in awe many times including: students getting up at 6 am to work on their stories, the pride on students’ faces when they meet their word count goal, and a students’ 8000 word story. #leadlap
A2 Watching a staff member, who normally does not participate in a staff meeting, contributing so much that the other staff let her take the wheel and run with it. #leadlap
A2: I am in awe of our amazing teachers every day. They get through really hard times & put their heart & soul into every kid. They never stop working hard for the kids, even when it would be easier to give up. I love my staff. #LeadLAP
Professional learning isn’t a race and people don’t start their climb when others tell them to. Meaningful growth happens when learners are ready to embrace it https://t.co/y2HeSA38nI#leadupchat#LeadLAP
A2 Last week I literally gasped when a cutie patootie, who didn’t know ANY letters in August, showed me that she had learned ALL the letters of the alphabet AND most of the sounds. 😲 She was so proud! #preklikeapirate#leadlap
Q3: The princes set out to discover what life is like for common villagers and they learned many things, including the gift of empathy.
Tell us about a challenge that taught you empathy.
#LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A2: Sunday night. After family dinner at a Chinese restaurant. My 6ft 4 inch, 45 year old brother was running away from Luna, my 2.5 year old granddaughter. Her delight and joy at chasing him...nothing could have taken me away from that moment. Tears in my eyes. #LeadLAP
Q2: There is one picture in The Princes of Serendip that makes children gasp when they see it. Describe the last situation that made you gasp in awe or delight. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
Q3: The princes set out to discover what life is like for common villagers and they learned many things, including the gift of empathy.
Tell us about a challenge that taught you empathy.
#LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A2: This week we were notified that we have a S in the Cheerios/Ellen #OneMillionActsOfGood for his continual service to our community through his Pet Project outreach. Gasped in delight! This kid is a rock star and a great role model #BeRoyal#LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
Q3: The princes set out to discover what life is like for common villagers and they learned many things, including the gift of empathy.
Tell us about a challenge that taught you empathy.
#LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
Thx Dave! The response from our teachers is “we love PD”! It truly makes for a great day of learning, acting & playing! Hardly seems like work #LeadLAP
In reply to
@burgessdave, @AllysonApsey, @dot_ramirez
A1: Not really advice- but when I was struggling going back into the classroom- @John_Eick told me “I don’t think it is because 28 students need you. 27 of them may be just fine without you- but there is going to be ONE that won’t.” Yup! #leadlap
Q1: In The Princes of Serendip, the king gives his sons some important advice. Tell us about the best gift of advice you have been given in the past year. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A3: When facing gut-wrenching challenges and not yet able to see the lessons within, I remind myself that minimally I'm learning empathy for ppl who face similar challenges. All situations that challenge us to our core can also make us more beautiful. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A2: Yesterday filled me with awe and hope and love. We read “One” at our school wide assembly and the things our students said about kindness and about how they will “be the one” inspired me. #LeadLAP
A3: Our community & surrounding area is going through hard times. Many people losing jobs. So often when I have to call parents about student behaviour, the story they tell me of WHY the behaviour, often breaks my heart. You never know what is really happening #LeadLAP
Q3: The princes set out to discover what life is like for common villagers and they learned many things, including the gift of empathy.
Tell us about a challenge that taught you empathy.
#LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A2: One of my Ss with unique challenges chose to sit on the circle time rug with our class family for the FIRST TIME EVER this week!! I tried my best to be calm outwardly about her choice, but inside I was jumping up and down! #LeadLAP
Don't you love it when you see people in real time find their niche? It's like seeing a light bulb come on just like when we see students have an epiphany or "a ha" moment. That's when the synergy really takes off. #LeadLAP
A3: #LeadLAP Driving to Ss houses to either A: check on them. B: Pick them up to take to school. Seeing the life others live that we have NO idea about...
Q3: The princes set out to discover what life is like for common villagers and they learned many things, including the gift of empathy.
Tell us about a challenge that taught you empathy.
#LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
Q1: In The Princes of Serendip, the king gives his sons some important advice. Tell us about the best gift of advice you have been given in the past year. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A3: Last year a S that I had tried to connect with for nearly two years finally opened up to me one morning. Her story would break a heart of stone & she had held it in, fighting by herself, for so long. We cried together for the better part of 30 minutes. #LeadLAP
A2: I was in awe of my teachers! They are receiving awards for their work w/ Ss, driving 10 hours to the @ronclarkacademy to learn & bring that energy back to our school,& leading PD in our school! I am surrounded by these leaders who know we are better together for Ss! #LeadLAP
A3: We were fishing last week when a 7-year-old non-verbal child with autism ran to the river to watch us. He threw his chewy into the river to mimic what Jacob was doing with his rod. So curious but not able to use words to connect. New #empathy for us all. #leadlap
A3: We've got to listen to our students and staff. Really listen! #LetStudentsSpeak#studentvoice#teachervoice So many great stories. Heart warming stories and heart breaking stories that we can help amplify for the benefit of kids. #LeadLAP
Q3: The princes set out to discover what life is like for common villagers and they learned many things, including the gift of empathy.
Tell us about a challenge that taught you empathy.
#LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
Good Morning #leadlap. I’m Jill, an elementary principal from south Jersey. Not sure of the correct name, but I love Snoopy and the Red Baron. A little history and goodwill in one song!
A3 lots of experiences as a kid. But @path2empathy has been huge in our school this year. She visited our teachers before school started and then our students have been using the curriculum. It's a game changer #LeadLAP
A3: Sitting with a family who is struggling with the behaviors of their child and working to help. This happened a couple of times this week and way too often for kids who are not yet ever 9 years old #traumainformed#toxicstress#LeadLAP
A3: Joining late but timing of this question is perfect after I had this morning run revelation: the days leading to the anniversary of my brother’s death remind me how debilitating depression can be. I empathize deeply wth those who struggle daily versus my annual bout. #LeadLAP
A3: When I became overwhelmed with the amount of tasks I had for work, I realized that my students are probably feeling the same stress. We don’t always know what your kids have going on after school. It encourages me make more realistic deadlines and goals for them. #LeadLAP
Yesterday many of our prep specialist were out --> no prep for me! My students and I had a code dance party using @codeorg! They all had to show me their dances moves and have a dance off! They also said coding is like math, reading, and writing! #leadlap
A3: When a S is clearly suffering and exhibiting out of control behaviors, talking to them brings out the fact dad is heading back to prison, mom is running from the law, and that teen is caught between. Talk to Ss. It's very important. #LeadLAP
A3 My kiddos teach me about empathy daily. They can’t do what they haven’t been taught. I can help them learn patience, growth mindset, kindness, respect, etc if I model it and care about those things. #sel#Leadlap
A3 A Ss who had a tough life, was tough on others, and on himself taught me to have more compassion and to still have high expectations to grow. The year with him was the ultimate lesson on the importance of having empathy without dropping expectations. #leadLAP
Q3: The princes set out to discover what life is like for common villagers and they learned many things, including the gift of empathy.
Tell us about a challenge that taught you empathy.
#LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A3. Our band students made a video as part of Design Thinking (Thanks @drchagala ) that they presented to get new band lockers. Helped me to be empathetic as it was authentic and relevant. We used their video and submitted it to our district. #LeadLAP
This year I had to watch as a 6 yr old was picked up by a stranger because he was being taken away from his parents. They had to take him to a group home. I have never appreciated my own family so much. #toughdays#LeadLAP
A2- after a heart to heart conversation with a colleague we realized our realities were similar and we were dealing with the same adversities. #BeKind#LeadLAP
A2: Seeing 2 huge groups of Ts from 2 diff schools wake up early to greet kids at their bus stops; an awesome teacher brought an idea about supporting the homeless community & getting our kids involved; partnering w/ our food pantry to get kids more access to food. #LeadLAP
Q2: There is one picture in The Princes of Serendip that makes children gasp when they see it. Describe the last situation that made you gasp in awe or delight. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A3: Parenting is the greatest challenge of my life. It taught me that real love is making the hard choices in every way. I can't judge or speak poorly about parents of students, because the struggle of raising kids is real. It's hard. It's heartbreaking. #LeadLAP
Q3: The princes set out to discover what life is like for common villagers and they learned many things, including the gift of empathy.
Tell us about a challenge that taught you empathy.
#LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
They are fortunate to have you but what a shame they have to face such obstacles at such an early age! This seems to be a bigger and bigger part of the job. #LeadLAP
A3: I had a S a few years ago who struggled on several levels. I worked both w/ her & her P to give me a better glimpse into her life. Having my perspective on from school, her own perspective, & her mother's helped me develop a more complete picture of what was going on #LEADlap
A3: Sitting in a meeting with a parent of a new student to learn more about her son, his medical struggles, his disability, & watching her beaming with pride as she talked about him & his strengths. We have to listen to parents. Every child & family has a story. #LeadLAP
Q4: One of the princes learned a valuable lesson about sharing kindness. Tell us about an act of kindness that inspired you recently. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A3: Truly taking the time to understand the effects of trauma on our students AND staff and taking time to support each of them the way they need to be supported. #leadlap
Q4: One of the princes learned a valuable lesson about sharing kindness. Tell us about an act of kindness that inspired you recently. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A3: This year’s class came to me broken. Believed they are “bad”. Have spent every day since that discovery- being empathetic to their situations, listening and understanding them. Then I use that info in actions and interactions. Empathy and authenticity = trust #leadlap
Q3: The princes set out to discover what life is like for common villagers and they learned many things, including the gift of empathy.
Tell us about a challenge that taught you empathy.
#LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A3: This is my first year out of the classroom, so when I make decisions, I try to anticipate teacher concerns. I know the passion they feel for their students and their instruction because I was in that position just last year. #LeadLAP
A3: This year’s class came to me broken. Believed they are “bad”. Have spent every day since that discovery- being empathetic to their situations, listening and understanding them. Then I use that info in actions and interactions. Empathy and authenticity = trust #leadlap
Q3: The princes set out to discover what life is like for common villagers and they learned many things, including the gift of empathy.
Tell us about a challenge that taught you empathy.
#LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
Q4: One of the princes learned a valuable lesson about sharing kindness. Tell us about an act of kindness that inspired you recently. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A2: One of our new students has been having a rough time coming in the building each day. Yesterday after a very rough time she came to me two hours later to borrow $.50 for lunch and just say thank you and give me a hug. Love that she trusted me that much. #LeadLAP
Q2: There is one picture in The Princes of Serendip that makes children gasp when they see it. Describe the last situation that made you gasp in awe or delight. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A3: recently a 1st year T shared that her & her 15 year old son, had no food in their refrigerator for a week😢🙏🏼💜👀, I can’t stop thinking about her, I secretly gifted her a dinner & movie, I connected her with a few ways to make extra $$$$ at school #LeadLAP hugged her too 🤗
A3: Sitting w S yesterday who just couldn't stay awake in class, talking about her new home situation & why she couldn't sleep. Mid sentence, she stopped "I just need a hug". Gotcha kiddo. Gut-wrenching the challenges they go through on a daily basis #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A3: Truly taking the time to understand the effects of trauma on our students AND staff and taking time to support each of them the way they need to be supported. #leadlap
A3: Delivering presents from the Giving Tree to families in need for the holidays. It always brings joy to my heart and helps me understand different perspectives. ❤️ #LeadLAP#Empathy
A3 P2: Our parents are sending their kids to us with the greatest hopes. And they have truly done, the best that they can. It's my work, and choice, as an educator, to meet parents where they are and support them. Not blame or judge. #LeadLAP
Sooo much reflection time needed with these great questions... 🤔
A1: Can’t think of anything specific from this year, but from previous years:
🌟Relationships first.
🌟Maslow before Bloom.
🌟Family first.
🌟Work smarter, not harder.
🌟The work will always be there.
#LeadLAP
Q1: In The Princes of Serendip, the king gives his sons some important advice. Tell us about the best gift of advice you have been given in the past year. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A4: After a meeting yesterday a T texted me thanking me for my leadership. That small act of kindness made my night!! Something that takes just seconds can warm a heart for days. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A4: Have a student with anger issues. Watches as one of his 2nd grade classmates saw him getting angry and just walked up to him and rubbed his back and talked to him in a quiet voice. #Kindnessmatters#LeadLAP
A3: So many recent conversations with families who are facing challenges. Such a powerful reminder that our students come to us with so much on their plates that we may be unaware of #LeadLAP
You took the time to see the learning experience through the students' eyes. That's significant as you realized that the most important perspective is the student one. #LeadLAP
A4: I started a Student Council in my school this year. When we talked about planning a week of things for Christmas, most often kids wanted to do things for others: toy drive, bake sale, giving. So much love from littles. #LeadLAP
Q4: One of the princes learned a valuable lesson about sharing kindness. Tell us about an act of kindness that inspired you recently. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A4: Two Ss shared a plan for reporting bullying with our School Improvement Team. They called it SafeHaven and it absolutely warmed my heart. They created it because they know Ts can't see everything that happens & want other Ss to feel safe speaking up against bullies. #LeadLAP
A4: #leadlap We have a #KindnessClub, and every Wed they do #RAK. It always blows me away the #Serendipity in which they choose. Each act is so well timed and beautifully met with love, care....Tears yo, tears!
Q4: One of the princes learned a valuable lesson about sharing kindness. Tell us about an act of kindness that inspired you recently. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A4: I received a kind text, out of the blue the other day, from someone who was imagining that retirement from school might be a little lonely this time of year. She was right and her words touched my heart. A priceless gift, the power of words and thoughtfulness. #leadlap
A3 A couple years ago I got the chance to see what it’s like to need public assistance. The process is not fun, but many of the employees there show empathy to an exemplary level. (Others do not, but it only highlighted those who understood) #LeadLAP
A3: A 5th grade boy was in my office this week in tears because of something going on in his life. When I updated his teacher, she started crying, too. By the end I needed tissues. Empathy matters. Compassion and understanding is sometimes all that’s needed. #LeadLAP
A4: These world changers presenting a proposal to me yesterday to create “Packs of Love” for our local foster care families. ❤️❤️❤️ #LeadLAP@HapnerMelody
A4: When we were purchasing a Gaga pit, some Ss drew pictures of how we could build it so that their friend in a wheelchair could access it. We put on a door instead of making it the traditional way. So proud of them & their teacher. #LeadLAP
A4: Mother of my former Ss sent home on hospice this week. I'm organizing outreach of food/Christmas gifts/donations for the family - I'm absolutely OVERCOME by all the people willing to reach out and help this family - many don't even know them, but still want to help! #LeadLAP
Q4: One of the princes learned a valuable lesson about sharing kindness. Tell us about an act of kindness that inspired you recently. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A4. We did a staff kindness bingo - I was not sure how it would go as it was a “risk taking example”. Staff did a great job and it helped to spread kindness to our kids. #LeadLAP
Context for today's hearing on city's botched snow storm response that Jillian will be Tweeting about: Disabled NYC kids spent hours stranded in the storm on buses, without food or bathrooms
https://t.co/IVpcm1Zf4x
Thank you. I would’ve never guessed it & she isn’t that close to me but felt she could share that, also felt good! I know there are more Ts out there, I’m looking for them now! #LeadLAP
A4: In a S directed activity, Student A questioned Student B, who snapped angrily at Student A. Student C quietly went over & to Student B, whispered, then Student B walked over to Student A and apologized. Wow. :) #LeadLAP
A4 My daughter wants to serve food at a shelter this Christmas. My other daughter was saying that she wanted to do something in a talent show, but that she should probably leave a certain piece out because her classmate is "sensitive about those things." #proudmama#LeadLAP
A4 #LeadLAP We started cross-curricular teaming this year. Every Monday morning our teachers discuss students. Every week I walk away totally amazed with the kindness and patience our teachers show to students.
A4: When I was principal subbing this week, we were short a kinder teacher and no sub. A staff member who now serves as a director Tonk the class so that we didn’t split up the kids. Selfless. Serving. Kind. #LeadLAP
Q4: One of the princes learned a valuable lesson about sharing kindness. Tell us about an act of kindness that inspired you recently. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
As the saying goes, "Sometimes more is caught than what is taught." The concept of modeling is powerful and very much so plays to the strength of those that cognitively have a predisposition to being visual learners. #LeadLAP
A4 Started a facebook page for staff as a way to support each other. The outpour of support for each other an me have gone beyond my wildest dreams. #leadlap
A4 One of my 2nd graders came up to me to explain that she has been watching what another teacher does for our school (leads cheer, teaches Ss w/ special needs, supports all Ss) and said she deserves an award for her kindness and her love of kids😇 #leadLAP
Q4: One of the princes learned a valuable lesson about sharing kindness. Tell us about an act of kindness that inspired you recently. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
And also realizing how many are dealing with the effects of trauma. We were just talking about this at a faculty meeting last week and I didn’t realize the enormous scope of people impacted. #LeadLAP
A4. We did a staff kindness bingo - I was not sure how it would go as it was a “risk taking example”. Staff did a great job and it helped to spread kindness to our kids. #LeadLAP
A4: Middle school Ss @WaukeeSMS always send thank you notes out for Thanksgiving to their former teachers and every year I’m a crying mess when I read them. #Kindness#GiveLove#LeadLAP 💜
A4: I put a call out for students who wanted to form a committee to take action on making our school a better and happier place. 28 students joined so it is now two committees! #LeadLAP
A3: We have a para that is really struggling. Her struggle has taught me that I take so much for granted. My education, my confidence, my amazing family. It has brought me a whole different level of empathy. #LeadLAP
A4: In a S directed activity, Student A questioned Student B, who snapped angrily at Student A. Student C quietly went over & to Student B, whispered, then Student B walked over to Student A and apologized. Wow. :) #LeadLAP
Thanks to your “culture of yes” and your continued support, we have been able to open many doors! Thanks for walking the talk, my friend! #LeadLAP#tlap#LeadWithCulture
A3. A child was seen crying after a school celebration when Ss took family photos with their award. The student told me how nobody was their for them to take a photo with and that there was no father around like other kids. Heartbreaking. Empathy is always needed! #LeadLAP
Q3: The princes set out to discover what life is like for common villagers and they learned many things, including the gift of empathy.
Tell us about a challenge that taught you empathy.
#LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A4: acts of kindness mean so much even when they are so small - my Ss help one another all the time (not to be noticed or acknowledged, but because it's who they are) every little act makes our community a better place #LEADlap
A4 Students are helping each other, offering to pay for a friend’s field trip, etc. I’ve made it a goal this year to acknowledge the small acts of kindness in the classroom. I give a Be Good People sticker or a Positivity Postcard.. these kids inspire me. #LeadLAP
Q5: The Path to Serendipity is about embracing the full spectrum of emotions we experience and appreciating how they color our world beautifully. How do you embrace challenges that seem insurmountable? #LeadLAP#Path2Serendipity
A4 One of my littles fell in the hallway this week (don’t ask 😆). A student who can be a behavior problem yelled STOP! (in the hall). When I asked her what she meant she said we had to stop and take care of the one who fell. 🤗 😭 #preklikeapirate#LEadLAP
"Authentic" and "relevant" - Makes me wonder what education collectively would be like if we could say with some assurance that authenticity and relevancy was something all students had access to daily regardless of socioeconomic status? #LeadLAP
A4: In a S directed activity, Student A questioned Student B, who snapped angrily at Student A. Student C quietly went over & to Student B, whispered, then Student B walked over to Student A and apologized. Wow. :) #LeadLAP
A3: This year’s class came to me broken. Believed they are “bad”. Have spent every day since that discovery- being empathetic to their situations, listening and understanding them. Then I use that info in actions and interactions. Empathy and authenticity = trust #leadlap
Q3: The princes set out to discover what life is like for common villagers and they learned many things, including the gift of empathy.
Tell us about a challenge that taught you empathy.
#LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A4: My co-teacher saw me walking towards our classroom in the heavy rain without an umbrella. He got his umbrella, ran towards me, and walked me back to our room, reminding me that chivalry is NOT dead. It’s those little things that sometimes make a big difference. #LeadLAP
Q5: The Path to Serendipity is about embracing the full spectrum of emotions we experience and appreciating how they color our world beautifully. How do you embrace challenges that seem insurmountable? #LeadLAP#Path2Serendipity
Thanks to your “culture of yes” and your continued support, we have been able to open many doors! Thanks for walking the talk, my friend! #LeadLAP#tlap#LeadWithCulture
A4: Since the end of Oct, I've been involved helping asylum seekers in San Diego. SO MANY like @paydroh74@DrVillarrealtrm help wo hesitation.Ensuring safe transport, providing food, clothing, a hug. When given the chance, people give so much love to those in need. #LeadLAP
Q4: One of the princes learned a valuable lesson about sharing kindness. Tell us about an act of kindness that inspired you recently. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A5: Lean on "My Team" for support. Nothing in this profession is overcome by 1 person. Having a strong team of people to go with you makes it easier. We are in it together. #LeadLAP
Q5: The Path to Serendipity is about embracing the full spectrum of emotions we experience and appreciating how they color our world beautifully. How do you embrace challenges that seem insurmountable? #LeadLAP#Path2Serendipity
A4: This kid’s friend got sick at recess, so he came up to the office to check on him and asked if he could read his friend a book until his friend was picked up. Totally kind! Totally awesome! Totally worthy of a #GoodNewsCalloftheDay! #LeadLAP
A5: We are teaching Ss to determine the size of their problems to help them keep them in perspective. This is a good lesson for adults too! Sometimes we feel BIG emotions about things that we will hardly remember in an hour. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A5 For me I constantly remind myself that each experience good or bad is an opportunity to grow. My life is shaped by all things I encounter and lead to a better life for those around me #leadlap
A5: One small piece at a time. Celebrate the small wins and learn from the setbacks. Set actionable goals & never give up. Always push for better. #LeadLAP#Path2Serendipity
A5: #LeadLap#Path2Serendipity I fail miserably first at times. Ask my peeps on Voxer etc. Seek Help. LISTEN. LISTEN. LISTEN. Remember that I am human and life is challenging, but this will only help me grow as a leader, teacher, friend, father etc
Q5: The Path to Serendipity is about embracing the full spectrum of emotions we experience and appreciating how they color our world beautifully. How do you embrace challenges that seem insurmountable? #LeadLAP#Path2Serendipity
A4: I saw a student help a student with a project that was all going wrong. One child was crying and exasperated, the other child was hugging, saying it would be ok, and getting new materials all at once. #LeadLAP
A5 Sharing my challenges is the only way to overcome them. What I can't do alone, I can do with others. Plus, we can share a laugh and that always helps.
#LeadLAP
A5: I have found that I have to really think through those challenges and get to the root of the problem. Asking questions helps. It helps me understand the whole picture and make better decisions. #LeadLAP
A5: Together. With someone. NEVER alone. Celebrating those visiting feelings instead of cursing them. Monitor, move through, manage.
Here are some suggestions for your Ss that might help adults, too.
https://t.co/3ZPHnvNSj5#leadlap
A4: This kid’s friend got sick at recess, so he came up to the office to check on him and asked if he could read his friend a book until his friend was picked up. Totally kind! Totally awesome! Totally worthy of a #GoodNewsCalloftheDay! #LeadLAP
Indeed, and that story is the context in which this thing we call "education" fits in. The story is the current frame for the learning. Constantly as those in education, we're trying to change the context or the "frame" to one that advances learning for students. #LeadLAP
A5 When a challenge seems unsurmountable I seek out those who can advise, support, listen. Maybe I’m making it harder than it is in reality? #leadLap#bettertogether
A5 I bring people with me! The power of a team and leaning on each other, @IndigoProgram@MarianaGSerrato are a few over the years that help me keep realizing, nothing is impossible if we're in it together! #Leadlap
A5. As Holidays approach- our students during Advisory time are doing “Red Bag” which is program where our families donate gifts, cards and gift cards to help families within our community in need. We try to use authentic tasks with our students and allow them to lead. #LeadLAP
A5: Besides cursing? Hmmm. The main thing that has to happen is you have to put the work in. No job is too big but someone needs to just make it happen. Find your tribe and make things happen #LeadLAP
This breaks my heart. This is something I struggle with when I see it happen at award ceremonies, games, and celebrations. I try to be proactive and give them a job to help me and then we take pictures together. #LeadLAP
A2: Before school yesterday, I walked by a classroom where the T had arranged the desks in a circle with all kinds of “camping” gear & food around. Made we want to be a student in that classroom. The learning environment was so warm & inviting. #LeadLAP
Q2: There is one picture in The Princes of Serendip that makes children gasp when they see it. Describe the last situation that made you gasp in awe or delight. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A5 #LeadLAP by knowing my true north. I am imperfect and I'll make mistakes. There will always be hard times, but if I stick to my why, we'll see the other side and be better because of the experience.
Q5: The Path to Serendipity is about embracing the full spectrum of emotions we experience and appreciating how they color our world beautifully. How do you embrace challenges that seem insurmountable? #LeadLAP#Path2Serendipity
A5: I believe God only puts challenges in front of us that he knows we can handle. If a challenge arises I know he will help lead me through it. 🙌 #LeadLAP#Faith
Q5: The Path to Serendipity is about embracing the full spectrum of emotions we experience and appreciating how they color our world beautifully. How do you embrace challenges that seem insurmountable? #LeadLAP#Path2Serendipity
A4: a friend of mine heard that a family only had Pozole for thanksgiving, immediately went & purchased turkey & other things & together we whipped up a “real” thanksgiving meal for the family #LeadLAP (it was evening, she had worked all day)
A4: When I watched one of my students get up and leave his friends to go sit with another who was eating alone. We had just had a talk about kindness and “no one should eat alone”- he didn’t even know I saw. Blessed to witness these acts daily. #leadlap
A5: at 19 years old, and pregnant, I made a choice...I chose to dedicate my life to doing the right thing for myself and my baby. I chose to commit to growth in all its forms. I chose to see challenge as a life lesson & blessing that would help me & help others. #LeadLAP
Q5: The Path to Serendipity is about embracing the full spectrum of emotions we experience and appreciating how they color our world beautifully. How do you embrace challenges that seem insurmountable? #LeadLAP#Path2Serendipity
Indeed the social emotional learning aspect is essential. I work with new teachers often, and they understand that "teaching" as a much the social emotional learning element as it is about knowledge of curriculum and pedagogy. SEL is essential for each teacher's toolbox. #LeadLAP
A5: Journaling helps me remind myself of past times when I have overcome situations that I thought were insurmountable. I also remember the time I hiked Yosemite Falls and remind myself that the view from the top is worth the struggle of the climb. #LeadLAP
A4: Had a S come get me about her friend who "wasn't acting right", turns out she was having a seizure and we were unaware of history. Friend stayed to calm and reassure her that everything was going to be ok. Looking out for others is key to kindness #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A5: Tackling those seemingly insurmountable obstacles requires grit, but recently I heard #BLBS podcast & the guest gave a framework of "and/yet" instead of "and" by itself. That power of "YET" is tremendously impactful for our mental fortitude. @alienearbud#LeadLAP
A5: I call in the cavalry...I know big challenges need a team and I will knock on every door I can to get the support my students and staff need #LeadLAP
A5: We have focused lately so much on being able to truly identify our emotions so we can help to regulate them. And of course having some fun with it! #LeadLAP “In My Feelings” Chart
A4: Yesterday we invited 5th graders from the elementary school next door to celebrate @NaNoWriMo with us. Watching my 6th graders cheer them on and encourage them was amazing. #leadlap
A5 Sometimes sleeping on it helps too. I don't know why, but with a little time, I'll make a connection, an idea will pop up and the solution doesn't seem that difficult.
#LeadLAP
A5:
~break big challenges down into smaller tasks
~start immediately
~don't be afraid to ask for help
~lean on your PLN when you feel overwhelmed
#LEADlap
A5: I try and stop in my tracks to look around and reflect. It’s is a great way to stop and appreciate the beauty that surrounds you. Take time to acknowledge those around you and as @AllysonApsey shared with me, spread positive gossip! #LeadLAP
Q5: The Path to Serendipity is about embracing the full spectrum of emotions we experience and appreciating how they color our world beautifully. How do you embrace challenges that seem insurmountable? #LeadLAP#Path2Serendipity
A2: Just saw this gut-wrenching cartoon in the paper this morning! I’m still numb! Makes you re-assess your priorities, especially this time of year....#LeadLAP
A5: One step at a time and focusing on the things I truly have control over. It’s easy to complain about things out of my control, but I try to start with what I can do. #leadlap
A5: I analyze the challenge, take the time to assess it, before reacting, ask myself what is the most positive way I can deal with this? How can I turn this challenge into something positive? Who can support me? Ask for help & guidance? #LeadLAP
:) And my favorite part? We almost always win! And together! When we haven’t, they’ve only been setbacks; not losses. I can’t think of an edu goal we’ve had, tried, and didn’t make progress toward. It’s in the TRYing. #unlimitedteacher#LeadLAP
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@jeffreykubiak, @TobiaBrooke, @rallen_techCUSD, @PBarachkov, @Geo_Porter, @MakeThemMastrIt, @PrincipalEcker, @MagPrincipal, @BryanBrockett
A5:
~break big challenges down into smaller tasks
~start immediately
~don't be afraid to ask for help
~lean on your PLN when you feel overwhelmed
#LEADlap
A5- taking on a new role that took me out of the classroom and my comfort zone has meant that I’ve learned how to deal with all kinds of new situations and emotions. Learning how to deal with them, both positive and negative, I’m learning a ton #LeadLAP
A5: at 19 years old, and pregnant, I made a choice...I chose to dedicate my life to doing the right thing for myself and my baby. I chose to commit to growth in all its forms. I chose to see challenge as a life lesson & blessing that would help me & help others. #LeadLAP
Q5: The Path to Serendipity is about embracing the full spectrum of emotions we experience and appreciating how they color our world beautifully. How do you embrace challenges that seem insurmountable? #LeadLAP#Path2Serendipity
Never forgetting where I came from in my career has helped me to leverage my role and advocate for teachers. Kudos/props to you for being mindful of their daily roles and looking for the wins with your support. #LeadLAP
A5: Look for the “bright spots” and/or learning in everything. “Good” or “Bad”- perspective matters. Just wrote about it last week: https://t.co/JJvFk7oH3O#leadlap
A5: I never expect life to be easy. I take life as it comes. My dad use to tell us: When you think you can’t, get up, lean forward and let gravity do it’s thing until you can. Nothing Is insurmountable, sometimes you just forge a new path #leadlap
Jumping in >way< late but I was adding the finishing touches to the #BookCampPD survey for our Winter/Spring books we will focus on. Several @dbc_inc are listed! Please VOTE! https://t.co/S9Ahi4qfgc#LeadLAP
I love that you recognize that you are one being with so many important roles. n your short tweet you communicated authenticity & courage. Thank you. #LeadLAP
A6: I start my day at work getting things set up for others, but the best part of my morning routine is doing supervision. Greeting kids and parents, waving and smiling and setting their day off in a positive way! #LeadLAP
A6: Positive self talk starts my day with gratitude! I seek out those who I know will fill me up (especially my friends, colleagues, and family) and it works every time! #LeadLAP
A4: Kindness is giving time to others with focus and intention. Listening, sharing, and being present are acts of kindness that make a difference. #leadLAP
Q4: One of the princes learned a valuable lesson about sharing kindness. Tell us about an act of kindness that inspired you recently. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A6: I always walk through the office each morning (even though I rarely need to).. seeing my colleagues & admin reminds me that I'm part of something bigger than my own classroom. I have an amazing community! #LEADlap
A6 Start my day with a little music and look a little inspiration on twitter. Always sets me on the right track in the morning. Plus started drinking coffee that helps too! #leadlap
@burgess_shelley A1: Relationships first, academics second. I had an extremely challenging class last year, and my principal gave me this green light and trusted that I could deliver both in time. He was right! Thank you @dennisrapal ❤️#LeadLAP
Failing to achieve what we anticipated is also a helpful lesson. It reminds us that we will still be ok after trying and not always succeeding. I have been more of a risk-taker this year because I experienced many failures, and I am still alive and learning. #LeadLAP
A6: Admittedly, I don't have this down yet. I have a routine and I like to make sure I follow it but I need to add the gratitude piece. Unfortunately, the other pieces have caused me to not always share my gratitude. I do try to get out and High Five the kids ever day! #LeadLAP
A5: The only insurmountable challenges are the ones we don’t try to tackle. Face the issue head on, ask for help, work as a team, roll up your sleeves and just get started. It won’t be easy. But it will be worth it. #LeadLAP
A6 I always play with my dog in the morning then on my way to work I think about what I’m thankful for in my job and in my personal life and I try to be intentional with a positive attitude #leadlap
Have to ask, how do you balance situations where you’re collecting for those in need and some of your students are part of families accepting donations, and know it? #leadlap
A6 Well I will not admit to listening to Jimmy Buffet in the way to work or Hawaiian music before kids arrive, so my day starts with lots of “Good morning!” The sunrises are gorgeous too and at this time of year I get to see them. #LeadLAP
A6. This is my #PrincipalsInAction bracelet. I see it every morning and it reminds me “to be the leader that others would follow”. I most model kindness, positivity, empathy and empower others to make change. #LeadLAP
A3: Trying to understand the “why” behind some behaviors is sometimes extremely challenging. However, once we begin to peel back the layers, it breaks our hearts... and then we begin to understand with our hearts. #LeadLAP
Q3: The princes set out to discover what life is like for common villagers and they learned many things, including the gift of empathy.
Tell us about a challenge that taught you empathy.
#LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A6-We do a Morning Huddle each day where the kids come into the cafeteria to listen to our morning announcements. Great time to connect and enjoy each other’s presence. #Leadlap
Good morning #LeadLAP ! Little late on the intro...Daryn Polanco lucky to be the assistant principal @HuebnerHuskies in @NEISD in San Antonio, TX. Favorite song: Do You Hear What I Hear - Carrie Underwood (Lyrics) https://t.co/fQI8WAu82Y via @YouTube
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@AllysonApsey, @HuebnerHuskies, @NEISD, @YouTube
A6: I listen to music in the mornings. My @pandoramusic is exactly what I need on the mornings I struggle to get going. Upbeat & motivational. #LeadLAP
A2: The sight of my little ones learning to practice mindfulness made me gasp in awe. Normally my eyes are closed, and I’m practicing with them, but I sneakily snapped a couple pics yesterday! #LeadLAP#doherty2020
A6: I used to start my day like this, surrounded by love and joy. Music is such a beautiful antidote for what ails you.
Now I start my day in quiet reflection, with a devotional and a warm up of coffee. Another lovely ritual, I suppose, for this season in my walk.
#leadlap
A6: When I wake up...Thank Creator: I'm alive, for safety of my family & friends, for my home, for the food in the fridge, for the challenges & triumphs of my ancestors. I also ask to be placed where I am most needed. When I do this, I ground my day in goodness. #LeadLAP
A5. All we can do is try our very best. Challenges are what strengthen us as individuals. If we have to face the challenge alone, face it head on.If we can face it as a team, welcome the strengths of each individual and pick each other up along the way.#Leadlap#Path2Serendipity
A6: From the time I get up, I'm thankful that I'm up. Regardless of any problems, I'm awake. I'm alive. I can do this.
My late father always said about birthdays and growing older: Consider the alternative. As long as you have birthdays, you can do great things. #LeadLAP
A6: I truly remind myself daily how lucky I am to lead in my district. I work with awesome students, dedicated teachers, and supportive families EVERY SINGLE DAY. My admin team is so supportive that I never feel alone. Every day I feel like I hit the jackpot! #LeadLAP
A6 I get up early so that I can start my day relaxed. Great coffee and some kind of me-time. Sometimes reading and #sketchnotes. Or some personal PD work. Always learning something. My fave podcast in my ear as I get ready for the day. 🤓#LeadLAP
Awesome! That was my PTO embracing the Pirate at my new school. It definitely made me smile so I wanted to share. Thank you @burgessdave@burgess_shelley#tlap#LeadLAP
A6: I used to start my day like this, surrounded by love and joy. Music is such a beautiful antidote for what ails you.
Now I start my day in quiet reflection, with a devotional and a warm up of coffee. Another lovely ritual, I suppose, for this season in my walk.
#leadlap
A3:A challenge that taught me empathy...reading always came very easy for me.When I went through Reading Recovery training in 2005,I realized that I was lucky things just clicked. Not the case for many of our Ss.Teaching struggling readers blessed me with empathy. #LeadLAP
A6: a short meditation/prayer with my quick cup of coffee, “breathe, stay calm, be positive, thankful, help others, be kind, breathe”....now “make it happen”——then I call my mom for my morning pep talk #LeadLAP
It is hard, and each Ss is so different. Taking the time to understand the purpose of behavior is so helpful when making the support plan. Way to go! #LeadLAP
Change can be a heavy lift…
Too often, we push change externally, before we focus it internally.
And yet, it is in our willingness to disrupt our own thinking, that we begin to see new possibilities for the future arise. #leadlap
A4: I see my staff exhibiting kindness to each other all the time. They constantly jump in to help out, rally around those in need, and love to celebrate the positives. They inspire me daily & make me so proud to be a part of the family. ❤️ #LeadLAP
Q4: One of the princes learned a valuable lesson about sharing kindness. Tell us about an act of kindness that inspired you recently. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
A6 First email (or DM) of the day = gratitude. It seems to make me feel better about tackling that Gmail (or notification) beast. 😜
And, the replies from the recipients make my heart smile. #Leadlap#REALeduhttps://t.co/x3SwO8URks
Challenge You?! #leadlap I really do love by “Our only limitations are those we accept.” When I have an idea or am gifted one, I can fight that initial doubt and know it’s only impossible if I let it be. #unlimitedteacher
A6: I leave Anchor of Appreciation notes ready to go in the morning. Trying to start my day w them changes my mindset! Looking for the magic makers during the day, instead of writing these at the end of the day as a reflection, changes my perspective. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
It has been tough. Not going to lie- I cried every day after school for two months. But I promised them and their families that I was there for one thing- them! #leadlap
We live in a time of increasing adaptive challenges and we are facing more and more unknowns, often in more chaotic environments. If we can learn to see the opportunities that arise from that and learn to embrace it instead of recoil, we can build a greater future. #leadlap
A6: I also have a box where I keep every positive card, letter and email I’ve received at school. On the hard days I go through the box to remind myself why I do what I do. #LeadLAP
A7. Don't you just love this quote by @ernestmorrell that he shared at @NCTE18 ?
"You're a teacher .. you have the opportunity to love people's babies into literacy!"
#LeadLAP
My journal cover quote inspires me. I carry it every day, sometimes just to put it on my desk so I have it in front of me.
Make people feel special. Appreciated. All it takes is a simple gesture - a minute of your day to make someone else feel amazing. Unforgettable. #LeadLAP
My journal cover quote inspires me. I carry it every day, sometimes just to put it on my desk so I have it in front of me.
Make people feel special. Appreciated. All it takes is a simple gesture - a minute of your day to make someone else feel amazing. Unforgettable. #LeadLAP
Challenge You?! #leadlap I really do live by “Our only limitations are those we accept.” When I have an idea or am gifted one, I can fight that initial doubt and know it’s only impossible if I let it be. #unlimitedteacher
A6: Mornings are my armor time! Devotional without even glancing at my phone. Journal. Exercise. Read. Quiet. Stillness. Prayer. Essential all of it. #LeadLAP
A7: I strive to be a HOPE dealer, every single day. Even on my bad days (and believe me, there are many!) ... especially on my bad days ... because there's ALWAYS someone who needs me ... and a little hope. #leadlap
A7: I direct my energy on my growth, so that I can be a living example for others- flaws and all- that positive change is possible when we are ready to do what it takes to get there. Everyone is ready at their own time. #LeadLAP
Yes! I swapped out the word busy for productive a few years ago and it had a profound affect on me and everyone around me. Made us feel in charge!
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A6 I keep my class photos in my work and home office as a reminder of who I’m working for. And my angel from a first S who has passed on but is always with me. #leadlap
A5: I try to remain positive & focus on the things that are within my control, surround myself with a team of support, jump on Twitter to absorb as much positivity as I can, and 🙏.
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Q5: The Path to Serendipity is about embracing the full spectrum of emotions we experience and appreciating how they color our world beautifully. How do you embrace challenges that seem insurmountable? #LeadLAP#Path2Serendipity
A5: I embrace challenges by first accepting them and acknowledging them. Until I do that, nothing will shift. Then I can begin by staying positive, setting small goals, and relying on my support system. #LeadLAP#PrincesOfSerendip
#LeadLAP amazing educators ...
would you please, please, please take a minute and help select the books for the Winter/Spring #BookCampPD focus?
https://t.co/S9Ahi4qfgc
A7 Of late, I've really liked this one...
Your consistent actions--the REAL you, day in and day out, is enough for the right people. True character always reveals itself.
And, those that still need "proving" are probably not your people. #leadlap#REALedu
A6: Never leave house w/o kissing my wife & kids. Meditate on drive in. Prayer for serenity & strength for my school before I leave the car. Have #Mindfulness program on morning announcements. Students/staff can “get their mind right” & start the day on the right foot! #LeadLap
