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MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:00 PM EDT

#MEMSPAchat is STARTING NOW Lets start with INTRO's This @MEMSPAchat handle will be moderating and asking questions... #MEMSPA @MEMSPA

HarvestLearning Aug 31 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hello #MEMSPAchat friends... Betty here from Harvest Elementary in Saline. Glad to be back! Let's make 2017/18 the best year yet!

RobLunak Aug 31 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Rob from WI, but my wife is from Frankenmuth so that counts right? #MEMSPAchat

jon_wennstrom Aug 31 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi friends! Jon here, elementary principal from Livonia 🍎 #MEMSPAchat

secorsig Aug 31 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Andy from Hudsonville checking in while watching some HS football #MEMSPAchat

SSpickard Aug 31 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Shanna Spickard from Milan Middle School. What a crazy last couple of weeks! #MEMSPAchat

DreaWeiner Aug 31 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Drea Weiner from Traverse City. #MEMSPAchat

jon_wennstrom Aug 31 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Close enough Robert!:) #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @RobLunak

PostleBrown Aug 31 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi everyone Rachael from Jenison checking in #MEMSPAchat

Aricfoster2 Aug 31 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Come join us for a free, catered, meaningful conference about healthy grading practices. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Welcome to all aboard tonight... We are going to get started on #MEMSPAchat in less that 1 minute!!! Stay tuned for Q1 (Use Q1/A1 format)

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1: What is 1 thing you started last year that you are going to continue on for this upcoming year? #MEMSPAchat

SSpickard Aug 31 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: Instructional Rounds for all #MEMSPAchat

PostleBrown Aug 31 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: daily social media interns and weekly Pinewoodblog press writing Humans of Pinewood stories kids and parents loved it #MEMSPAchat

DreaWeiner Aug 31 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Hands on PD that Ts can take away and apply immediately to the classroom. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1: What is 1 thing you started last year that you are going to continue on for this upcoming year? #MEMSPAchat

jon_wennstrom Aug 31 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: I actually started 1 1/2 years ago, but am going to continue #CelebrateMonday assemblies each week at my new school! #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1: What is 1 thing you started last year that you are going to continue on for this upcoming year? #MEMSPAchat

WMPrincipal Aug 31 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 Community meetings. Led by our amazing staff community meetings bring us all together! #memspachat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1: What is 1 thing you started last year that you are going to continue on for this upcoming year? #MEMSPAchat

HarvestLearning Aug 31 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Community Meetings! Positive impact on our climate. Reduction of referrals and increase opportunity to teach expectations. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1: What is 1 thing you started last year that you are going to continue on for this upcoming year? #MEMSPAchat

secorsig Aug 31 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 - primarily using teaching staff for interventions during our W.I.N. block while our para support works w grade level S's #MEMSPAchat

RobLunak Aug 31 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 positive phone calls home #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Question 2 is up next on #MEMSPAchat, stay tuned...

jon_wennstrom Aug 31 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Always a great idea!! 📞#MEMSPAchat

RobLunak Aug 31 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 positive phone calls home #MEMSPAchat

DreaWeiner Aug 31 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Do you mean inner school community or the greater community? #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @HarvestLearning

kobrohl Aug 31 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1) google drive and google calendar for all things w staff - so much more efficient #memspachat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2: Are you planning any tweaks or improvements as it pertains to student behaviors and/or discipline? #MEMSPAchat

RobLunak Aug 31 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2 more positive recognition #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Aug 31 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Looking at this with AP/AD @bradrobb - Some adjustments will be made along the way as both of us are new to the building. #MEMSPAchat

DreaWeiner Aug 31 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A3: I'm in an unique situation. Stressing positive constructive feedback when working in teams is a goal. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2: Are you planning any tweaks or improvements as it pertains to student behaviors and/or discipline? #MEMSPAchat

SSpickard Aug 31 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: We are using an app to track PBIS (rewards and deductions) in place of our tokens and signature cards. PBIS in to 21stC. #MEMSPAchat

PostleBrown Aug 31 @ 8:15 PM EDT

#MEMSPAchat A2

PostleBrown Aug 31 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: working to be more trauma informed in interactions with students and processing melt downs fix the triggers instead of punishing
In reply to @MEMSPAchat

HarvestLearning Aug 31 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Start small group meetings w/ Ss to work together to focus on improving parts of our day that some of our Ss struggle #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2: Are you planning any tweaks or improvements as it pertains to student behaviors and/or discipline? #MEMSPAchat

kobrohl Aug 31 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2) trying to empower students more so we're getting their input on rewards & restitution...all staff learned about the new bill #memspachat

DreaWeiner Aug 31 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Like 10 points to Gryffindor? #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @SSpickard

jon_wennstrom Aug 31 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Continue Schoolwide PBIS. Help with training for new staff members. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2: Are you planning any tweaks or improvements as it pertains to student behaviors and/or discipline? #MEMSPAchat

JulieMytych Aug 31 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Hi! Julie from WWCS. Happy to see you! #MEMSPAchat

secorsig Aug 31 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: increasing role of positive behavior team and highlighting more examples during daily video announcements #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPA Aug 31 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Woo! @JulieMytych is in the house #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @JulieMytych, @JulieMytych

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:19 PM EDT

#MEMSPAchat question 3 is on deck. Batter up in 1 minute!

RichardKlee1 Aug 31 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A1: Richard Klee at HS football game. Using GoogleDocs for meeting agendas for more collaboration. #MEMSPAchat

JulieMytych Aug 31 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: We added a mindful/calming space in our office. A SS today told me how much he loves it. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q3: What are the big curriculum changes that you are focusing on this upcoming school year, and how are these being implemented? #MEMSPAchat

RichardKlee1 Aug 31 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: Crestwood is being proactive w/PD on restorative practices in our first district PD. #MEMSPAchat

secorsig Aug 31 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: first year of "phenomenal science" curriculum. 4 PD days spread throughout the year #MEMSPAchat

SSpickard Aug 31 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: New ELA program (StudySync) with a wealth of resources and differentiation abilities. #MEMSPAchat #PowerUpMMS Excited!

kobrohl Aug 31 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3) no big cur changes this year - focusing on refining, streamlining & empowering ss #MEMSPAchat

HarvestLearning Aug 31 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: So happy to say, NONE! We are maintaining the course and improving the what areas we have found that need support. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q3: What are the big curriculum changes that you are focusing on this upcoming school year, and how are these being implemented? #MEMSPAchat

AllysonApsey Aug 31 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Hello friends! 8pm came quick tonight. Happy to join you for the best Twitter chat of the week! #MEMSPAchat

PostleBrown Aug 31 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: a lot of curricular shifts; literacy workshop model with units of study, new math resource, 5-8 NGSS science transition #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Aug 31 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: I know the Elem curriculum well, but the MS curriculum will be new this year. Will work hard to re-familiarize myself. #MEMSPAchat

jon_wennstrom Aug 31 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: Daily common intervention blocks at all grade levels to target struggling learners & coordinate intervention efforts. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q3: What are the big curriculum changes that you are focusing on this upcoming school year, and how are these being implemented? #MEMSPAchat

PaulLiabenow Aug 31 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Finally Off the road to tonight. Hello #MEMSPAchat friends.

jon_wennstrom Aug 31 @ 8:23 PM EDT

There she is!! :) #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @AllysonApsey

AllysonApsey Aug 31 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: We are continuing mission to have ALL Ss proficient in reading by focusing on independent reading with support & conferring #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q3: What are the big curriculum changes that you are focusing on this upcoming school year, and how are these being implemented? #MEMSPAchat

WMPrincipal Aug 31 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3 No big shifts, continuing our efforts to embed 21st century skills with authenticity. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q3: What are the big curriculum changes that you are focusing on this upcoming school year, and how are these being implemented? #MEMSPAchat

DreaWeiner Aug 31 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: I'm testing out some tech curriculum I've written. Hopefully it will be engaging and foster deep learning. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q3: What are the big curriculum changes that you are focusing on this upcoming school year, and how are these being implemented? #MEMSPAchat

AllysonApsey Aug 31 @ 8:25 PM EDT

That is a lot! We have new writing model this year, so that is a big change for us. We are excited! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @PostleBrown

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Question 4 is coming up in less than 1 minute on #MEMSPAchat...

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Q4: What is something new that you are excited to start school-wide this upcoming school year? #MEMSPAchat

HERprincipal Aug 31 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: Sorry so late...soccer practice for little one :) No big changes, BIG focus on PBL and future-focused learning #MEMSPAchat

DreaWeiner Aug 31 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: Video taping classes for PD review between teachers. No admin. No formal evaluation. Just peer-to-peer feedback. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Q4: What is something new that you are excited to start school-wide this upcoming school year? #MEMSPAchat

SSpickard Aug 31 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: Book talks to promote and encourage reading. Working on classroom libraries and grade-level novels. #MEMSPAchat

RichardKlee1 Aug 31 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: Crestwood PD in November will focus on early literacy & using BAS kits. #MEMSPAchat

WMPrincipal Aug 31 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4 After "Kids Deserve It" book study during summer retreat we developed 5 "Kids deserve It" goals for our building this year! #memspachat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Q4: What is something new that you are excited to start school-wide this upcoming school year? #MEMSPAchat

secorsig Aug 31 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: creating small group PLC's based on teacher choice and 5D+ areas of focus. It's how we will spend almost all staff PD time #MEMSPAchat

jon_wennstrom Aug 31 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: LOL...everything is new this year! New building for me and 10 new staff members to our building! BIG learning curve for all #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Q4: What is something new that you are excited to start school-wide this upcoming school year? #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Aug 31 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: SCMS #SCMSrocks has such a great reputation and staff! Excited to be a part of this and leading such great T's. #Honored #MEMSPAchat

PostleBrown Aug 31 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: schools 50 year birthday doing a big celebration and time capsule, each day we are celebrating a year counting up from 1967 #MEMSPAchat

HarvestLearning Aug 31 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: I'm hoping to start a Ss leadership advisory. Only have K-3 kiddos but their voice matters too! #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Q4: What is something new that you are excited to start school-wide this upcoming school year? #MEMSPAchat

DreaWeiner Aug 31 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Love this! Would you be willing to share a goal with us? #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @WMPrincipal

HERprincipal Aug 31 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4: "Page-turner with the Principal"; we are hoping for teachers to teach passion projects that interest students #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Great first half! Question 5 is up next on #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q5: What is 1 thing still looming from the state that you are unsure about, concerned about, or already planning for? #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q5: What is 1 thing still looming from the state that you are unsure about, concerned about, or already planning for? #MEMSPAchat

WMPrincipal Aug 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Sure! This link lists our goals. https://t.co/WBsSXeqNJ9 #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @DreaWeiner

Kyle__Hamlin Aug 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A1 - We added a success coach position with 31a funding to support struggling Ss in MS and HS. #MEMSPAchat

SSpickard Aug 31 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A5: I am always concerned with the emphasis on state tests over the whole child. Working on the balance with growth mindset. #MEMSPAchat

jon_wennstrom Aug 31 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A5: 3rd Grade Reading Proficiency (Retention) Legislation. Working on developing Individual Reading Intervention Plans now. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q5: What is 1 thing still looming from the state that you are unsure about, concerned about, or already planning for? #MEMSPAchat

Kyle__Hamlin Aug 31 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A2 - We are joining the MIBLISI/MTSS initiative in our county. Will take great effort but we have the staff to get it done! #MEMSPAchat

HarvestLearning Aug 31 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5: 3rd Grade Retention Bill. Not good for Ss, planning on how to manage IRP's... who really needs one? We'll do what's right. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q5: What is 1 thing still looming from the state that you are unsure about, concerned about, or already planning for? #MEMSPAchat

DreaWeiner Aug 31 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5: There's concern for scale-ability in a multi-age classroom. I have to assume no one's had exposure & adjust. It's a process. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q5: What is 1 thing still looming from the state that you are unsure about, concerned about, or already planning for? #MEMSPAchat

secorsig Aug 31 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5: Anything to do with mandated assessment requirements #MEMSPAchat

PostleBrown Aug 31 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5: details on the 3rd grade reading law, changes to the Science State Assessment #MEMSPAchat

HERprincipal Aug 31 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5: M-STEP, NWEA, Anything else? #MEMSPAchat

PaulLiabenow Aug 31 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Q5 -Fewer PD resources. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Aug 31 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5: PSAT is exciting and I'm eager to learn. However, looking at what I need to do to help with Top 10 in 10 and 6-8 M-STEP. #MEMSPAchat

DreaWeiner Aug 31 @ 8:38 PM EDT

I love these goals! Can I come work w/y'all? #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @WMPrincipal

WMPrincipal Aug 31 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5 MSTEP to be or not to be? what will replace it is the question.. . #memspachat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q5: What is 1 thing still looming from the state that you are unsure about, concerned about, or already planning for? #MEMSPAchat

AllysonApsey Aug 31 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Agreed! #MEMSPAchat

PostleBrown Aug 31 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5: details on the 3rd grade reading law, changes to the Science State Assessment #MEMSPAchat

Kyle__Hamlin Aug 31 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A3 - We are going to take a close audit on where our curriculum is and that our assessments are aligned and rigorous. #MEMSPAchat

HERprincipal Aug 31 @ 8:39 PM EDT

We have a very ambitious SIP team that is ready to tackle this! Also, we are still serious about One Book-One Community. #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @HarvestLearning

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Wow, great work so far everyone on #MEMSPAchat Question 6 is coming up...

WMPrincipal Aug 31 @ 8:40 PM EDT

One Book one community- we're in! #memspachat

HERprincipal Aug 31 @ 8:39 PM EDT

We have a very ambitious SIP team that is ready to tackle this! Also, we are still serious about One Book-One Community. #MEMSPAchat
In reply to @HarvestLearning

Kyle__Hamlin Aug 31 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4 - Our work towards improving our K-12 MTSS process to support all Ss. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Q6: How are you planning on making time for you and not getting bogged down in your job this school year? #MEMSPAchat

HERprincipal Aug 31 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q6: The ultimate question. I have to make time for exercise. OK-I have put it out into the universe. #MEMSPAchat

secorsig Aug 31 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6: taking time to think, reflect, create, and innovate #MEMSPAchat

SSpickard Aug 31 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6: Getting up at 4a.m. to exercise! #MEMSPAchat (and get back to healthier eating, so packing in the evenings for the next day).

DreaWeiner Aug 31 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6: Heck yes! My cold is the only thing keeping me from my yoga mat. That is 100% me time. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Q6: How are you planning on making time for you and not getting bogged down in your job this school year? #MEMSPAchat

HarvestLearning Aug 31 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6: Find beginner yoga class. Focus on mindfulness. Been FB free for 2 weeks on my Phone, not putting app back on, reclaim time. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Q6: How are you planning on making time for you and not getting bogged down in your job this school year? #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Aug 31 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Q6: Time away with the wife and family is #1, precious! Already have several trips planned. Need release at times. #MEMSPAchat

WMPrincipal Aug 31 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6 This is a toughie. Have to work harder at setting parameters and sticking to them not good at this, but never give up! #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Q6: How are you planning on making time for you and not getting bogged down in your job this school year? #MEMSPAchat

AllysonApsey Aug 31 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6: Loving my job makes work feel like play (well...not all the time, but a lot of it!). I love being silly and creative too! #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Q6: How are you planning on making time for you and not getting bogged down in your job this school year? #MEMSPAchat

richbacolor Aug 31 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Be sure to follow @tjheckyeah to help your staff align science to 3D assessments. Huge shifts. #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @Kyle__Hamlin, @tjheckyeah

MrDomagalski - Moderator Aug 31 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Click here https://t.co/IN43exI7j0 for the new @MEMSPA webpage. Great work to @PaulLiabenow @donistamour @TarynLHurley #MEMSPAchat #MEMSPA

jon_wennstrom Aug 31 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A6: Daily walks with the dog helps clear my head...and keeps him happy too:) #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Q6: How are you planning on making time for you and not getting bogged down in your job this school year? #MEMSPAchat

Kyle__Hamlin Aug 31 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5 - Probably like everyone else - What will happen with M-STEP. #MEMSPAchat

DreaWeiner Aug 31 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Boundaries are everything! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @WMPrincipal

WMPrincipal Aug 31 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Night all- have to run. FF draft night. :-) Wishing you all a terrific opening day with students! #memspachat

dougammeraal Aug 31 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: "All In" -- committed to work, when it's work. Committed to self, when it's time. Early AM workouts. Late PM reading. #MEMSPAchat

Kyle__Hamlin Aug 31 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6 - Find time to put my phone down and enjoy the conversations with my family. Not always a great example of balance. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:47 PM EDT

2 questions to go on #MEMSPAchat Question 7 will post next...

PostleBrown Aug 31 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: early morning work outs, using the pause button on my email when it's family time #MEMSPAchat

dougammeraal Aug 31 @ 8:47 PM EDT

The phone is a HUGE one for me. I probably need a "shut-down" period of time every evening. #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @HarvestLearning

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Q7: What special things are you getting, or have gotten, for staff as a welcome back gift? #MEMSPAchat

SSpickard Aug 31 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Sounds like we should start an exercise support group. #MEMSPAchat #MEMSPAgetfit

SSpickard Aug 31 @ 8:49 PM EDT

#MEMSPAchat

SSpickard Aug 31 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A7: Break, lunch, snacks, drinks, and a prize table of goodies during today's PD.

MrDomagalski - Moderator Aug 31 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A7: New mouse pads & #PositivityUnknown2Mankind themed posters. Also, a nice lunch! More to come later. #MEMSPAchat

HarvestLearning Aug 31 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A7: Still working on... open to great ideas! #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Q7: What special things are you getting, or have gotten, for staff as a welcome back gift? #MEMSPAchat

richbacolor Aug 31 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Hope you all have a wonderful year. #leaderlearnercoordinators #MEMSPAchat

DreaWeiner Aug 31 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7: Door prizes during PD. If they got nothing else out of the PD at least they walk away with some awesome swag. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Q7: What special things are you getting, or have gotten, for staff as a welcome back gift? #MEMSPAchat

jon_wennstrom Aug 31 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7: We had an Ice Cream Sundae Bar for our Welcome Back PD. Can't go wrong with Ice Cream!🍦#MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Q7: What special things are you getting, or have gotten, for staff as a welcome back gift? #MEMSPAchat

dougammeraal Aug 31 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7: Sailor PRIDE long sleeves...plus some sweet @msms_sailors pens. Oh, lunches are always good too! #MEMSPAchat

PostleBrown Aug 31 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7: new staff shirts, key chains, poster #MEMSPAchat

HERprincipal Aug 31 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Chopsticks :) We did a chopstick challenge and whoever wants them can have them :) #MEMSPAchat

JulieMytych Aug 31 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A8: I start w/ an inspirational quote on each Ts desk the night b4. It was from @gcouros this year! #MEMSPAchat

AllysonApsey Aug 31 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A7: Something little that says, "I believe in you. Your work is hard and I get that" Cannot say what...haven't given it yet :) #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Q7: What special things are you getting, or have gotten, for staff as a welcome back gift? #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Last question is up in less than a minute. Great one to plan your year... Stay tuned, share and collaborate! #MEMSPAchat

Kyle__Hamlin Aug 31 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A7 - We gave staff members a multi-device charger that works through USB ports. "Charging into the 17-18 school year". #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q8: What are your top three goals between now and the end of the first week of school? #MEMSPAchat

AllysonApsey Aug 31 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Good night y'all! Enjoy the holiday weekend! #MEMSPAchat

DreaWeiner Aug 31 @ 8:54 PM EDT

That's a super cute idea. #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @Kyle__Hamlin

MrDomagalski - Moderator Aug 31 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A8: Build relationships w/ T's, S's, community. Set up & finalize Washington DC meeting/trip, update all 504's. #MEMSPAchat Here we go!

jon_wennstrom Aug 31 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A8: Visit each classroom, make one positive phone call each day, not have any kindergarten students get on the wrong bus! #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q8: What are your top three goals between now and the end of the first week of school? #MEMSPAchat

dougammeraal Aug 31 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A8: Build/grow on T and S relationships. In every classroom (for myself and both APs). Hallways during every passing. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q8: What are your top three goals between now and the end of the first week of school? #MEMSPAchat

SSpickard Aug 31 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A8: Smile 5000 times; set a positive, caring climate; check in with each of my new staff members. #MEMSPAchat

HERprincipal Aug 31 @ 8:56 PM EDT

https://t.co/gn8AenyBIQ (a lot); 2.Connect with many kids. 3.Have some fun! 4. Help new teachers navigate the way #MEMSPAchat

HarvestLearning Aug 31 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A8:1 positive phone call each day. Write at least 3 notes of gratitude. Leave work by 4:30 p.m. on Friday to get home to family. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q8: What are your top three goals between now and the end of the first week of school? #MEMSPAchat

richbacolor Aug 31 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@kobrohl ❤️ to support your Ts and Ss in all things science. Let me know how I can help. #MEMSPAchat

Kyle__Hamlin Aug 31 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A8 - We just completed week 1. So.... 1. Stop by each building to greet staff 2. Connect with each administrator 3. Survive Lol #MEMSPAchat

PaulLiabenow Aug 31 @ 8:59 PM EDT

MEMSPA endorsed IRIP and process documents coming Tuesday in the Update. MDE will share it statewide. #MEMSPAchat

HarvestLearning Aug 31 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A5: 3rd Grade Retention Bill. Not good for Ss, planning on how to manage IRP's... who really needs one? We'll do what's right. #MEMSPAchat
- MEMSPAchat Aug 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT
  
  Q5: What is 1 thing still looming from the state that you are unsure about, concerned about, or already planning for? #MEMSPAchat

PostleBrown Aug 31 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A8: letters to all new students, a read aloud in all classes, in the lunchroom every day #MEMSPAchat