#mdeschat Archive
A weekly chat focusing primarily on educational issues relevant to Elementary School educators based in Maryland.
Thursday September 29, 2016
8:00 PM EDT
principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Welcome to
#mdeschat
, please introduce yourself! Where are you from? What is your passion?
principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Chris, elementary principal in Glen Burnie, MD, my passion is watching students & teachers grow!
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Speak4Power
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Janice
#teamFelegy
#slp
passionate about cycling and photography
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missreed
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Hello
#mdeschat
! My family calls me Ri :) Passionate about inspiring greatness in others! EVERYONE has a special talent that the world NEEDS
WalterReap
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Walt, principal in Baltimore City. Passionate about service, collaboration around complex issues, and learning!
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:03 PM EDT
@Speak4Power
welcome back, Janice!
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mrdonnelly3
Sep 29 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Hey
#mdeschat
this is Mike from Laurel. My passions are tech integration and right now the
@Mets
#LGM
CoxCherylcox628
Sep 29 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Joining tonight! Proud principal, passionate about my work!
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vanlynn75
Sep 29 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Vanessa - I love cooking π½
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Great to see
@missreed
&
@WalterReap
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:04 PM EDT
@mrdonnelly3
welcome back!
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:04 PM EDT
@missreed
Hey Rian, hope all is well!
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:04 PM EDT
@WalterReap
love the new profile pic!
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Jill_Snell81
Sep 29 @ 8:05 PM EDT
Jill Snell, Resource Teacher,
#TeamBCPS
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:05 PM EDT
@CoxCherylcox628
great to have you &
@vanlynn75
here!
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:05 PM EDT
We'll be using the Q1/A1 format, don't forget to add our hashtag!
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AACPS_Zamora
Sep 29 @ 8:05 PM EDT
HI everyone! Passionate about teaching, learning, & teacher leadership.
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:05 PM EDT
@Speak4Power
Hey Janice, loving your Tweets about your biking!
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missreed
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:05 PM EDT
@vanlynn75
Glad you came to
#MDESchat
to cook up some wisdom with us tonight!
principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:06 PM EDT
@Jill_Snell81
thanks for joining us!
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:06 PM EDT
@AACPS_Zamora
welcome back!
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:06 PM EDT
@principal64
Swag in full effect!
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Question 1 is coming up and we're going to jump in with both feet!
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nfesgr2
Sep 29 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Good evening! Dana, 4th Gr G&T Teacher FredCo. Passion-empowering students and educators to believe in themselves!
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:07 PM EDT
@nfesgr2
welcome back, Dana!
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DeniseFaidley
Sep 29 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Hi everyoneπ I'm a new AP
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Q1. Why does teacher leadership matter in 2016?
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@nfesgr2
Hey Dana, welcome back!
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missreed
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Hey Twitter! Question 1 is coming up! JUMP IN now!
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Question 1 is coming up and we're going to jump in with both feet!
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@DeniseFaidley
welcome!
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CoxCherylcox628
Sep 29 @ 8:09 PM EDT
In the collaborative culture that we build, shared leadership is needed, we can't do it alone!
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nfesgr2
Sep 29 @ 8:09 PM EDT
Thanks
@principal64
Glad to be back and ready to learn something new!
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mrdonnelly3
Sep 29 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A1 A leader helps to create more leaders and inspire. That is exactly what I want to do as a T.
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nfesgr2
Sep 29 @ 8:10 PM EDT
@WalterReap
Always a pleasure to be in the presence of greatness with the
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crew!
missreed
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:10 PM EDT
Time is limited and so are resources. We need innovation from the teacher leader voice to get this boat rowing. (Wo)ManPower
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A1. The job of educating students is too big, no more single heroic leader model, it's all hands on deck
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DeniseFaidley
Sep 29 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1 complex concerns, increasing rigorous demands in need of innovative solutions to eliminate the gaps which exist
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Speak4Power
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1 who knows the curriculum and instruction delivery better than the T?
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1: Teachers' interactions with content and students are the most vital sequence of events in a school.
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:12 PM EDT
@Speak4Power
great reminder! The experts are INSIDE the classroom
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Speak4Power
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A1 We need functional practical master teachers who drive instruction.
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AACPS_Zamora
Sep 29 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A1: TLs are lead collaborators who continuously implement instructional changes that improve S learning.
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:13 PM EDT
A1: Teaching is so complex and involves so many variables; empowering critical thinking about what matters is key.
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Jill_Snell81
Sep 29 @ 8:13 PM EDT
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Jill_Snell81
Sep 29 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A1: BC we need the best teachers in our classrooms. Showing teachers that they can lead from the classroom, can keep them there.
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:14 PM EDT
Question 2 about to launch and it's a two-parter, of course!
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vanlynn75
Sep 29 @ 8:14 PM EDT
Q1- Teacher leaders encourage others to ignite their passion.
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AACPS_Zamora
Sep 29 @ 8:14 PM EDT
A1: TLs are servant leaders who make a difference for colleagues & students everyday.
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CoxCherylcox628
Sep 29 @ 8:15 PM EDT
A1: teachers are natural leaders, as they lead children. We need to help them recognize their potential leading adults also!
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ststoney16
Sep 29 @ 8:15 PM EDT
It is important to grow teacher leaders... we cannot do the job alone
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AssignmentHelpN
Sep 29 @ 8:15 PM EDT
5 Major EdTech Highlights From Apple Keynote 2016
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massignmenthelp
Sep 29 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Internet of things
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Q2. How are schools capitalizing on teacher leadership? What roles are teachers filling?
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mrdonnelly3
Sep 29 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A2 My school uses a lot of shared leadership. T input is taking in a lot of areas. Ts also provide a lot of PD to each other.
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A2. Schools are broadening the definition & looking to highlight the strengths of teachers, more inclusive
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CoxCherylcox628
Sep 29 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A1:I am always looking for qualities they don't even see in themselves, pointing them out,asking how they can capitalize on that.
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nfesgr2
Sep 29 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A2: In edu. change is constant. By empowering Ts as leaders they can implement systemic goals in a way that is meaningful to Ss
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:18 PM EDT
@CoxCherylcox628
great point, true leaders show people strengths they didn't even know they had!
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Curley_Liz
Sep 29 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A1: teacher leaders affect student achievement exponentially by raising expectations among colleagues
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DeniseFaidley
Sep 29 @ 8:19 PM EDT
A2. Committee leaders, liaisons for various community partnerships and leaders of PD
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:19 PM EDT
A2: Empowering teachers to drive their own learning while collaborating around common themes to improve learning.
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:19 PM EDT
A2. Reading teachers, mentors, resource, Title I, grade level, project or event leaders...
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:19 PM EDT
@Curley_Liz
welcome!
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Speak4Power
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A2 Varies greatly. From decrease Administration workload to supporting & guiding innovative instruction. More chiefs not needed
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Jill_Snell81
Sep 29 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A2: We have a
#bcpsSTAT
teacher in all 175 schools that is responsible for teacher growth and development.
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DeniseFaidley
Sep 29 @ 8:21 PM EDT
We have to recognize their strengths and look for ways to build upon
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CoxCherylcox628
Sep 29 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A2: giving teachers a chance to share best practices that led to student success grows leaders naturally !
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AACPS_Zamora
Sep 29 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A2:grade group chair, dept chair, SIT subcommittee chair, peer coach, mentoring interns, leading PD, advocates for teachers
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nfesgr2
Sep 29 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A2: Roles such as Title 1 Coordinator, STEM Leadership, Technology Leaders and community partnership coordinator and grant writers
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:22 PM EDT
@Jill_Snell81
that's awesome, several MD districts have adopted that model!
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A2: Ts decide structure for how meetings will be organized, provide feedback through plus/deltas; drive culture interpret data!
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:22 PM EDT
@CoxCherylcox628
true, we just need to give them the time to share!
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ststoney16
Sep 29 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A2; Ls help teachers recognize/build their strengths teachers share their strengths w each other..it's a win-win ..leaders arise
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vanlynn75
Sep 29 @ 8:22 PM EDT
Q2- Opportunities to collaborate with county resource staff allow TL enjoy learning and sharing while inspiring others
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Curley_Liz
Sep 29 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A2: equity liaison, math lead, science or environmental committees, presenting PD for staff
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:22 PM EDT
And students!
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Curley_Liz
Sep 29 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A1: teacher leaders affect student achievement exponentially by raising expectations among colleagues
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:22 PM EDT
Question 3 coming soon!
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:23 PM EDT
@vanlynn75
the sharing is so important, even in a large district!
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:24 PM EDT
Q3. What are the rewards/benefits of teacher leadership?
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AACPS_Zamora
Sep 29 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A2: TLs help Ts id problems of practice and reflect on their teaching.
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Growing teacher leaders via
@NAESP
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https://t.co/cXjsopLqmh
zipmiller
Sep 29 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A2. Shared leadership allows the school to capitalize on the different talents each member of the team brings to the community .
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A2: Scheduler, mission identity coordinator, parent liason, coaches, mentors, advisors, and learning partners!
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#HSLife
DeniseFaidley
Sep 29 @ 8:26 PM EDT
Increased capacity, buy in and morale. Recognition & empowerment of others benefits culture and relationships
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:26 PM EDT
@zipmiller
good to have you here!
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A3. Number 1? Our students win! Teachers grow, schools become havens for learning communities
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missreed
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A3: Knowing that I am a part of a team is more important to me because I know I am valued.
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missreed
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:27 PM EDT
True indeed!
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zipmiller
Sep 29 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A2. Shared leadership allows the school to capitalize on the different talents each member of the team brings to the community .
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toddstanzione
Sep 29 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A3: Teachers, when empowered, learn a lot from each other.
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AACPS_Zamora
Sep 29 @ 8:28 PM EDT
A3: T retention, S achievement, positive school culture, decreased isolation, enhanced collaboration.
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zipmiller
Sep 29 @ 8:28 PM EDT
A3. Team focused on continous improvement rather than the a few individuals trying to do everything.
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CoxCherylcox628
Sep 29 @ 8:28 PM EDT
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CoxCherylcox628
Sep 29 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A3: the biggest benefit is the culture that you build through shared leadership, a high functioning PLC, which leads to achievement#mdeschat
principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:28 PM EDT
@missreed
recognition from peers is so important!
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missreed
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:28 PM EDT
YES! If our students are not winning why are we here?
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A3. Number 1? Our students win! Teachers grow, schools become havens for learning communities
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:28 PM EDT
@toddstanzione
welcome back, Todd!
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Curley_Liz
Sep 29 @ 8:28 PM EDT
A3: teachers are more likely to consider change to instruction if someone "in the trenches" is leading the change
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vanlynn75
Sep 29 @ 8:28 PM EDT
Q3-TL who enjoy leading provide an extra spark that is needed to ignite solutions.
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zipmiller
Sep 29 @ 8:29 PM EDT
A3. Passionate teachers doing what they love to benefit children.
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:29 PM EDT
A3: Ts as leaders keeps the focus on the instructional core. Enables actionable leadership to be more mobile and fluid.
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nfesgr2
Sep 29 @ 8:29 PM EDT
A3: Teacher leaders are the heart of the school! The investment in their lifes-work! Ts can be the voice, the change& movement!
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Sep 29 @ 8:30 PM EDT
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:30 PM EDT
@vanlynn75
truth! Teacher leaders inspire their colleagues to reach higher!
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zipmiller
Sep 29 @ 8:30 PM EDT
A3.Teachers helping teachers. Increased collaboration .
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mrdonnelly3
Sep 29 @ 8:30 PM EDT
A3 I think T leadership increases T motivation and autonomy.
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ststoney16
Sep 29 @ 8:30 PM EDT
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ststoney16
Sep 29 @ 8:28 PM EDT
A3 helps teachers grow & build confidence /helps to establish collaborative relationships among staff / helps to create ownership
principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:31 PM EDT
Question 4 will soon be on its way!
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missreed
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:31 PM EDT
:)
#Fireworks
are being launch at
#MDESchat
tonight! Loving the positive energy!
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vanlynn75
Sep 29 @ 8:28 PM EDT
Q3-TL who enjoy leading provide an extra spark that is needed to ignite solutions.
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nfesgr2
Sep 29 @ 8:31 PM EDT
A3: The reward for TL is the ongoing growth as a professional with investment. Reward = opportunity.
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:32 PM EDT
So many benefits of teacher leadership, it's become an expectation for all educators!
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Jill_Snell81
Sep 29 @ 8:32 PM EDT
A3: Teacher Leaders -------> Student Leaders
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:32 PM EDT
Q4. Is teacher leadership more about titles or responsibilities? Why?
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mrdonnelly3
Sep 29 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A4 Responsibilities. because it's about getting things accomplished not who does them.
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:34 PM EDT
@Jill_Snell81
great connection, they are SO related!
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A4. Definitely not about titles, more about competence, passion, desire to learn and share
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zipmiller
Sep 29 @ 8:34 PM EDT
Responsibility. Most teacher leaders don't have titles. They lead by example.
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:35 PM EDT
Ten roles for teacher leaders via
@ASCD
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https://t.co/FpHAUqadvd
nfesgr2
Sep 29 @ 8:35 PM EDT
A4: I feel it depends on the culture of the indiv. school. It can be about titles-in which case maybe the vision should be checked
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CoxCherylcox628
Sep 29 @ 8:35 PM EDT
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CoxCherylcox628
Sep 29 @ 8:35 PM EDT
Q4: it is about modeling, inspiring and teaching. Everyone has responsibilities, a leader does so with passion and intentionality#mdeschat
principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:35 PM EDT
@missreed
excellent point! Is the culture collaborative & risk-taking?
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Curley_Liz
Sep 29 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A4: neither - about motivation, inspiration, high expectations because we owe that to our students
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Jill_Snell81
Sep 29 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A4: Leadership is about one's vision of him/herself. Not about title or position, it is about one's actions.
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A4: Leadership is less about titles and more about leveraging opportunities to lift others. People know WHO to go to for results!
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:36 PM EDT
@nfesgr2
yes, culture is so important! Does it promote teacher leadership!
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toddstanzione
Sep 29 @ 8:37 PM EDT
A4: Titles/responsibilities that come from TL don't appear to be chores. Instead the leader shows they have skills to share
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nfesgr2
Sep 29 @ 8:37 PM EDT
A4: My $ is on responsibility. A good TL will know how to navigate the title in a proactive way. Teamwork makes the dream work .
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:38 PM EDT
Question 5 is coming up!
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nfesgr2
Sep 29 @ 8:38 PM EDT
Amen! Culture if everything!
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:36 PM EDT
@nfesgr2
yes, culture is so important! Does it promote teacher leadership!
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DeniseFaidley
Sep 29 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A4 responsibilities help provide context for completing the mission and serve as an litmus for how we meet the goals
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:39 PM EDT
Q5. Can a teacher be a leader without leaving the classroom?
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ststoney16
Sep 29 @ 8:40 PM EDT
A4 not about the title/it's about stretching and growing oneself /taking risks .. learning from failures/no fixed mindset
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A5. Yes, they can lead by example, inspire their peers, model high expectations
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A4: Titles dont improve practice, but knowledge, wisdom, risk-taking, and iterations in a culture of trust do!
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#PeopleMatter
vanlynn75
Sep 29 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A:4 Performance and ability to contribute to school improvement is easier to read. Colleagues know who their TL are.
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CoxCherylcox628
Sep 29 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A5: Yes! We need TL to steer our ships from the trenches, there is a high level of trust when they are in the same situation.
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nfesgr2
Sep 29 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A5: Ts can be leaders by not even leaving their classrooms by leading by example in all that they do!
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AACPS_Zamora
Sep 29 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A4: neither. TLs collaborate w/ & motivate/inspire colleagues to higher levels by sharing expertise and being credible.
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DeniseFaidley
Sep 29 @ 8:42 PM EDT
A5 absolutely! T leaders who practice their craft daily and commit to the school team are of great value
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:42 PM EDT
@CoxCherylcox628
yep, teachers respect colleagues when they know their words come from experience!
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nfesgr2
Sep 29 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A5: Something as simple as positive teacher discourse can inspire others to find their inner-greatness!
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A5: The classroom is the ultimate arena or laboratory for teacher leaders! They model or coach across a variety of settings.
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AACPS_Zamora
Sep 29 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A5: Absolutely! TLs best serve the needs of Ss & colleagues by leading from the classroom.
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:45 PM EDT
Leading change from the classroom
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evyabel
Sep 29 @ 8:45 PM EDT
A2. Teachers as mentors and trainers, teachers are more receptive go hear it from another teacher
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Q2. How are schools capitalizing on teacher leadership? What roles are teachers filling?
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:45 PM EDT
Question 6 is about to launch!
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ststoney16
Sep 29 @ 8:45 PM EDT
A5: to grow Ts need to step out of the classroom/see varying perspectives/grow from the strength of others/stretch their thinking
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nfesgr2
Sep 29 @ 8:46 PM EDT
A5:Teacher leaders are catalyst for change. Lead, learn and promote from within. Mindset matters. We are all on the same team.
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Curley_Liz
Sep 29 @ 8:46 PM EDT
A4: absolutely- the definition of lead by example! Also contributes to teacher buy-in and building trust among staff.
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AACPS_Zamora
Sep 29 @ 8:46 PM EDT
A5: TLs are experts at applying research to improve practice & modeling for colleagues.
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:46 PM EDT
Q6. How does the work of teacher leaders impact student achievement?
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vanlynn75
Sep 29 @ 8:48 PM EDT
Yes! TL teach, yet take risk with executing their lessons because they are always reflecting, improving, and sharing with others
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DeniseFaidley
Sep 29 @ 8:50 PM EDT
A6 T leaders are innovative, have high expectations for all & are masterful at cultivating relationships to grow students
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:50 PM EDT
A6. Teacher leaders can impact achievement by allowing others to observe them, by relationship building
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A6: Tasks in the classroom determine learner outcomes, Ts plan instructional intervals; each a pathway to academic achievement.
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evyabel
Sep 29 @ 8:51 PM EDT
Agree π real learning; discoveries, connections
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ststoney16
Sep 29 @ 8:45 PM EDT
A5: to grow Ts need to step out of the classroom/see varying perspectives/grow from the strength of others/stretch their thinking
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principal64
- Moderator
Sep 29 @ 8:51 PM EDT
@DeniseFaidley
and we should never underestimate the importance of relationship building!
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ststoney16
Sep 29 @ 8:52 PM EDT
Ts sharing their strengths helps all teachers grow/instructional practices are improved and refined = academic success
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WalterReap
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Sep 29 @ 8:52 PM EDT
A6: Academic achievement is what Ss know and how well they know it! The teacher drives this set of sequences.
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missreed
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Sep 29 @ 8:52 PM EDT
A6: Study results from The Journal of Leadership for Effective & Equitable Organizations
https://t.co/1aeGtLBVdd
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principal64
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Sep 29 @ 8:53 PM EDT
Question 7, our final, coming soon!
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AACPS_Zamora
Sep 29 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A6: TLs regularly collaborate w/peers. Ts who collaborate have students who achieve at higher levels.
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CoxCherylcox628
Sep 29 @ 8:54 PM EDT
Q6: TL share best practices, new strategies, others join and student achievement is the result!
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Curley_Liz
Sep 29 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A6: by reflecting and collaborating with colleagues as a TL, student achievement increases beyond their own classroom .
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Jill_Snell81
Sep 29 @ 8:54 PM EDT
Q6: TLs model life-long learning & are driven by a relentless passion to make every day the best day for our kids.
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twitin10
Sep 29 @ 8:55 PM EDT
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missreed
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Sep 29 @ 8:55 PM EDT
A6: Two eyes are better than one when evaluating data! Helps us better gauge how to and where growth is needed
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principal64
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Sep 29 @ 8:56 PM EDT
PASSION is such a common quality among the best teacher leaders!
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principal64
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Sep 29 @ 8:56 PM EDT
Q7. What inspiring piece of advice do you have for a teacher who wants to grow his/her leadership skills?
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evyabel
Sep 29 @ 8:57 PM EDT
A7. Try to guide another teacher to become better than you πππ»
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principal64
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Sep 29 @ 8:56 PM EDT
Q7. What inspiring piece of advice do you have for a teacher who wants to grow his/her leadership skills?
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Jill_Snell81
Sep 29 @ 8:58 PM EDT
Q7: Pursue your passion. Get connected. Embrace vulnerabilility. Lean in.
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principal64
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Sep 29 @ 8:58 PM EDT
A7. Start by observing, listening, learning, hone your craft, then look for your chance to share, be creative, get involved
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toddstanzione
Sep 29 @ 8:58 PM EDT
A7: Take risks, don't be afraid to stand-out!
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DeniseFaidley
Sep 29 @ 8:58 PM EDT
A7. One person can make a difference~Ignite your passion & inspire others to grow
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CoxCherylcox628
Sep 29 @ 8:58 PM EDT
Q7: Read, reflect, step outside the box, observe, model, learn.
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principal64
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Sep 29 @ 8:59 PM EDT
@toddstanzione
risk-taking is another quality of great teacher leaders!
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WalterReap
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Sep 29 @ 8:59 PM EDT
A7: Leadership is a movement of orchestrated acts to move from sharing stuff to sharing knowledge and improving learning capital!
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principal64
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Sep 29 @ 8:59 PM EDT
Thanks to everyone for sharing their wisdom on teacher leadership tonight!
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