#leadupchat focuses on school leadership broadly, culture, changing paradigms, and the growth mindset. It's an Ed movement focused on Leadership, Culture, Growth and Shifts on Saturdays at 8:30am CST, founded by Jeff Veal (@heffrey) and Nathan Lang (@nalang1).
As we promised in our latest episode, here's a huge schedule of education chats found on Twitter. Ready to try one out? #leadupchat is starting now! Just search the hashtag and sort by latest. Feel free to lurk if you're not ready to jump in! #edtechhttps://t.co/KfGGyvapN2
Squeezing in another chat before #edcampBigsky. #leadupchat I will be in and out but excited to learn from everyone. Brent From Magrath Alberta but today I am tweeting from Bozeman MT
Morning! Thankful my kids had early morning drop off so I was up and ready to learn from all of you! Tisha from Tx, Instructional Tech Coach #leadupchat
Assign leadership roles. Design a school-wide discipline plan with your teacher leaders and decide who will handle what and what will be the penalties for a range of behavior infractions. #edchat#leadupchat
Good morning #leadupchat from Barbara, school counselor in Friendswood, TX where we are still recovering from hurricane Harvey and grateful for all of the love and support from around the nation and world!
A1 Ss & Ts are #LifeLongLearners & all Ss can grow w/support from school & home My Ss have taught me that as we work in our shared learning space; our classroom #leadupchat
A1 All I do as an educator is in best interest of the kids, model/lead by example, change as needed and be reflective, instilled in me by life experiences #leadupchat
A1: I value our profession and what we mean to kids. We are role models, stand-in parental figures, and to some Ss, the only positive reinforcement they get #leadupchat
A1: We've adopted the Six Pillars of Character in our school so they've become our True Colors. We cultivate them by weaving them into the DNA of our character building. They're foundational for everything that we do. #leadupchat
A1-My father taught me that the values we represent are tied to our name that is passed down generation to generation. He reminded me that the things I do now will impact my children's future. Make sure they are positive actions. #leadupchat
I️ love kids and love teachers! My goal is to make a difference with all of them. I️ wrote my “Principal’s Oath” that is taped to my office door. It reminds me why I️ do what I️ do. #LeadUpChat
A1: respect, responsibility, integrity, honesty, compassion. I got them from my parents, my circle of friends/family. I cultivate them by living them daily and working to improve. Never settle. Focus on what matters. #leadupchat
A1: My beliefs and values are based on love God and love your neighbor. I was nurtured in a sm community where people come first! It's all about relationships. #leadupchat
Happy Veterans Day! Aaron G Elm principal from Mt! Pictures of our annual Veterans Day assembly from yesterday — what a great community student lead ever #leadupchat
A1: Joy: I️ believe in passionate joy in life & career! Impossibility: I️ believe that nothing is ever impossible if we just find the working solutions & never give up. Faith: All things are possible with He who strengthens me. #leadupchat
A1: ALL children can learn and deserve adults who do their best for them. -Have always believed this & become enraged to see the injustice caused by those who don't. We should be building our skills to meet kids where they are and help push for improvement. #LeadUPChat
#leadupchat A1 - Got into education to impact lives. Tired of words like consistent and uniform when discussing my job. Never forget that we are working for the kids.
A1 Values & beliefs emerge from family teachings, religious associations, & personal & professional experiences. They create the moral code that governs how we handle our day-to-day work #leadupchat
A1 I value kindness and tenacity. I don’t know where I got that value. Perhaps just being aware of the need. Tenacity from my mother. I have 2 mantras: Kindness Matters and Hard doesn’t mean impossible. #leadupchat
A1 All students should be able to pursue All post-secondary options to find their place in the world. Teachers are the drivers to make this happen and they should be supported and able to work in high performance teams to accomplish this. #leadupchat
A1: Spend a lot of time observing builders both inside and outside of our building. I ask a lot of questions and ask myself, what would I do? #Leadupchat
A1 I value family, friends, teamwork, lifelong learning and I believe strongly in student voice. I cultivate them by making them priority and modeling them in my daily life. #leadupchat
A1 It's not what I say, it's what I do. My values and beliefs are rooted in my parents- work hard, respect and love others, believe in yourself, give back. #leadupchat
A1) We're all in this together; those of us with opportunity have to provide opportunities for others; it's all about efficacy ... own it, foster it in others. I got these from my parents and ongoing life experiences. Change the world! #StudentsTakingCharte#leadupchat
A1: have a ton of fun as a school leader! Show that enthusiasm from small to big things. It’s all about relationships with everyone from lunch ladies to senior citizens in our community #leadupchat
True thoughts by @latoyadixon5 - as leaders we are called to display courage and encourage others to move forward in spite of the obstacles they face #leadupchat
A1: This is a deep one. I would say my beliefs impact my values. Beliefs: Christian; values: empathy, perseverance, hard work, self-sacrifice, trust #leadupchat
A1. My values r basically about human rights & the Dec. of Independence. Lincoln said in Phila, "All should have an equal chance." That is what schools r 4. My values include high expectations for all S, & high expectations for all T. Leaders must serve these goals. #leadupchat
A1: This is tough to answer with a small # of characters. When going over rules with Ss, the "Golden Rule" or even simpler, ... just be nice to each other. Period. #leadupchat
A1: I have a very optimistic outlook and believe everyone can learn something and grow from everyone else. Everyone has something to offer. #leadupchat
Absolutely! Great thing to keep in mind. If we didn't get in to it for the kids or we're not still in it for the kids, do the kids a favor and either dig deep to get back to the "why" or do something else. #leadupchat
I *try* to always assume that people's intentions are good even if the action or word is not.
I do this much better professionally than personally.
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A1: My momma taught me:"Leave the world a better place than you found it."
"If you don't have something nice to say, don't say anything."
So, I pick up litter, recycle and look for the positive. #leadupchat
A1b: My personal values came from my upbringing on a family dairy farm in WI: Work hard, be responsible, keep your word, show respect, care for and about people. Be the real deal. Serve with passion in all you do. Love unconditionally. Stay positive. #leadupchat
A1 My values are also from my mom. She told everyone, "You are the best." We need to feel that, and school leaders need to, by personal example, help students and teachers embrace that feeling, to get thru challenges. #leadupchat
A1: This is tough to answer with a small # of characters. When going over rules with Ss, the "Golden Rule" or even simpler, ... just be nice to each other. Period. #leadupchat
A1-No matter where you are at, keep moving forward. There are times when we will fly and there will be times when we crawl. Just keep moving forward. #leadupchat
A1: Hi, #leadupchat! Arriving late from VA! My moral compass guides me, and when making decisions, it's all about the children. What's best for kids. I've had stellar mentors who have helped me reflect on my values and beliefs. In this respect, I truly own them.
Hi #leadupchat A1 believe in hard work, ongoing education, value of relatships, finding ways to connect w/others, being kind to others, from my family & my own mentors,
This is me too. Benefit of the doubt is given in all cases. Sometimes it gets me in trouble but the culture of trust it creates is worth it. #leadupchat
A1 Cultivating values occur thru personal example. What we say is important, reading research and sharing the research is important, BUT the most powerful messages we send are thru example: How we treat others. #leadupchat
Yes! Give others the benefit of the doubt for as long as you can. Wait for concrete evidence proving otherwise. We all know the breakdown of "Assume" #leadupchat
A2 Anyone that is around me will know what I value and believe in. I am very vocal about them and I try to model them. Actions speak louder than words. #leadupchat
A2) I write books! LOL Instill these Superskills of Leadership in students, teachers, and school & district leaders and you've got it all! From Building Executive Function: The Missing Link to Student Achievement @RoutledgeEOE#leadupchat
#leadupchat A2 - I have been in education for 27 years. The kids never remember what you taught them, but how you treated them. Talk to them and not at them. You build leaders by being genuine, honest and caring.
A2 I hope the students and colleagues whom I serve know me. I wear my emotions on my sleeve, share personal stories, and let them know I am here for them. #leadupchat
A2 Everything Ts do should be from listening to our Ss then have them build principles w/you When Ts & Ss build together the transparency is naturally there #leadupchat
A2 - Of course being an example is the most powerful message. Also, bringing people back to the essential. Helping them understand others and seeing the good in them. #leadupchat
A2: I do not ask others to do what I am not willing to do myself. You need to live your values all the time so that others do not think it is a rare occurrence when you do but are surprised when you occasionally slip because we all do #leadupchat
A1 Lead with kindness, heart, empathy. Be there to listen, focus on each person and their needs. Build relationships. Bruild a caring environment, cultivate happiness, authenticity, respect. Differentiate learning. Thx to my family & tribe for cultivating my values. #leadupchat
You're right, Jennifer. We must not underestimate the power of having quality mentors who have shared their experiences with us to empower our own personal leadership growth #leadupchat
A2: My guiding principles are based on my morals and values. Transparency happens when I am intentional in living them out and walking beside others each day! #leadupchat
A2: Admit mistakes. Allow others' mistakes with open arms. Include others in thought processes. Praise/thank others that embody good principles. Show that you can learn from others. #leadupchat
My heart swelled when a T sat in my office and said, “Everyone knows what you are about…you say the same message every time you talk and you love all of us the same1” #BeWhoYouAre#leadupchat
A2: I'm pretty vocal about what I believe and I use my values as teaching tools when the opportunity arises. I also always share what I'm reading because that's one of the most telling things about our beliefs and mindset.
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A2: I model what I believe. I express through words and action that challenges are opportunities. I ask others to hold on, wait to make decisions. Say “What if...” #leadupchat
A2: Best thing I can do to help kids is to improve my own practice. Love others enough to be bravely transparent. I share my efforts, successes, & failures in the hope it will give others the push to try new things. Be kind-especially when I'm not feeling it. #LeadUPChat
a2 Driving myself toward consistency with patience & caring when teens don't always respond in real life like they do in our idealistic imaginations. #leadupchat
A2: I think reflection is such a big part of the process. Anyone read the book below? It is a favorite of mine. I appreciate this infographic, too! Guiding principles arrive after much introspection. #leadupchat
A2: my core values...thanks Mom and Dad for being great educators and examples of hard work, caring, and perseverance!Education is the only world I have ever known wouldn’t change a thing! #leadupchat
A2: Walking the talk totally needs to be more than a poster on the wall, but it starts with visibility. What do people see and FEEL when they walk into our school? Can they tell that #KindnessMatters? Do they want to pull up a chair and stay? #leadupchat
A2: I keep in mind why I wanted to be a leader & why I still love it every day- care deeply and openly about the people I serve; create an environment where every kid flourishes; support teachers in their craft. Put people in the best place to succeed. Show it daily. #leadupchat
A1 I think our values r also shaped and changed by what we see around us. Educators need to be public advocates for social justice, opposing bullying, racism, prejudice. When examples at the national level hurt American values we need to speak up. #leadupchat
A2: Our guiding principles in this principal/ Supts office is to always find joy & seek solutions for all Ts, Ss & community. Even in our deepest hours we find JOY / SMILES & we never leave problems without solutions! I️ PRAY DAILY...often! #leadupchat
A2 Guiding principles are day-to-day habits that are birthed out of our values and beliefs. They are made transparent not by our WORDS but by our ACTIONS #leadupchat
So that part about kids not remembering what you teach them makes me sad (consider the Learner-Active, Technology-Infused Classroom and stamp out summer slide!) ... but love the next part ... they DO remember us for how we treat them!!! #leadupchat
A2: Being kind means living with my eyes open to the needs of others, responding with grace. My family sees my tenacity. I don’t know if I exude it or not. I tend to serve quietly. Ppl don’t always know how/when I serve outside school. #leadupchat
A2 Guided by servant leadership. Always do what is right for the people you serve. All actions must match your values and what you say. Be authentic. Let them see your kindness, heart, empathy in every interaction. Build and lift others up. #leadupchat
A2 Setting an example, express it in lessons when I can, being open and transparent, working hard to build relationships, reflect continuously and work each day to do better #leadupchat
I believe you need to the Apple iOS update to fix the "I” glitch! And of course your message is awesome, people shouldn’t wonder where leaders stand it should be clear. #leadupchat
Key points here, Harvey. As ed leaders, we have a responsibility to combine our collective forces to increase the quality of learning environments in support of our Ss #leadupchat
A2: Hard to lead without empathy. Keep the heart of a teacher. Know what kids go home to. Ask "How are you?" and really listen for the answer. #leadupchat
A2. To me guiding principles are revealed in behaviors: Mission becomes vision, purpose in action. Everyone sees how school leaders behave. We need to serve, show respect for others and trust other. #leadupchat
Yes. Just conducted a workshop on that a week ago. Avoid the unfulfilling shortcut. Making things easier is ok, but only if it still aides in long term retention. #leadupchat
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@E_Taylor_23, @DKriedeman, @The_Groffice
#leadupchat A2 - I have been in education for 27 years. The kids never remember what you taught them, but how you treated them. Talk to them and not at them. You build leaders by being genuine, honest and caring.
A2: Admit mistakes. Allow others' mistakes with open arms. Include others in thought processes. Praise/thank others that embody good principles. Show that you can learn from others. #leadupchat
A3" Taking the unpopular stand when I know it is the right place to be standing. Often change to a system first brings resistance. Leading by example and showing the sky is not falling can go a long way. #leadupchat
A2: I️ try to keep everything in perspective. Our work is important, but there are bigger issues in the world. This helps me deal with they daily stress of our work. #leadupchat
A3: you have to be vocal and be willing to stand up to others who do not believe ALL students learning at high levels. Leadership is easy when the conversations are light. It’s hard when the conversations are real. #leadupchat
Nothing more rewarding than stepping into a child's shoes and hearing what they've been up to, the good, the bad, the ugly, so that you can offer them hope and healing. #leadupchat
A3 sometimes met with resistence. People do not feel comfortable with change. Must take every person where they are, build that relationship and grow with them. Progress may be slower, but heart & kindness is the only way to build lasting transformation. #leadupchat
Well said! When leadership walks down the hall & picks up loose trash, it becomes contagious. And, if the "home" is kept neat all stakeholders will respect it more & keep it neat. #leadupchat
Love the intent piece here, Brian. Connects to being purposeful about what we do each day: teaching Ss, building their capacity, and supporting growth to achieve their goals #leadupchat
A3 Giving Ss larger voice this year If I want to meet their needs, I need to give them some control Ss energy & growth helps me to stay focused on our shared goals #leadupchat
I also think that we have a responsibility to seek out the right mentors, not just one who has been "assigned".
I come to Twitter to find mentors from all over who inspire & empower me. #leadupchat
You're right, Jennifer. We must not underestimate the power of having quality mentors who have shared their experiences with us to empower our own personal leadership growth #leadupchat
A2: Guiding principles from me have been created by experience. How your values show through your actions is situational. Reflecting on situations creates guiding principles for the future #leadupchat
A3 talking with my bosses reminding them that certain decisions made hadn't been consistent or inline with district policy, but doing it in a kind manner. #leadupchat
I pick up trash in the cafeteria almost daily! Leading ourselves doesn't just mean picking up OuR trash! It also started a discussion with the students that saw me doing this! #leadupchat
A3-There are times when we need to stay the course and there are times when we need to take the nearest exit. Knowing what will help kids the most can be a challenging task #leadupchat
A2: Keep everything in perspective. Our work is important, but there are bigger issues in the world. This helps me deal with they daily stress of our work. #leadupchat
A2. Guiding principles are revealed, for example, in how we obs. and eval. teachers. Are we respectful? Do we listen to teachers during conferences? Do we ask positive Q. about their decisions? the context of the class? Do we value feedback? #leadupchat
A3: As a new principal, I feel that so many decisions, early on, are based on your guiding principles. You must share your thinking often w/ Ts. They need to know you are with them. There have been a lot of firsts at my school this year. Knowing the "why" has helped! #leadupchat
When you spend your time with teachers and students... doing things that add value... you run the risk of not getting reports in on time. #LeadUpChat#OopsSorryIMissedThatDeadline
A3: I don't know that kindness, tenacity or service carry risk except for the judgment that comes from ppl every day. I try not to care, but I do. It doesn't stop me though. Nothing does. #leadupchat
A3: risks to be unpopular. Risks to be joyful in the face of darkness. Being the only mule pulling when all else gave up. Risks to stand on the doorstep when no one else will. Getting pushed out before it gets seen through. Risk is dark sometimes #leadupchat
A3: The hardest thing for me to do is care-front people when there's a conflict. But I always default to something Hal Urban taught me: What you permit, you promote. And that helps w/those courageous convos. #leadupchat
A3: The risks are so quiet in the overall picture of leaving a legacy My risks are caring too much, exhaustion, and never getting it all done! #leadupchat
A3: Admitting that I don't have all the answers, and by staying focused on a solution mindset to help move others forward. Also provide choices vs. the answers. #leadupchat
A3: I shared with staff that joyfulness is now a prerequisite to work in our school. We have to be joyful in what we do because learning is filled with joy. Kids need adults who not only believe it, but live it. #leadupchat
A3: I am often the first one out of the gate with ideas, and I tend to be passionate. I risk loneliness, but it is worth it for my students. #leadupchat
A3 - I've had to defend unpopular people with unpopular opinions. I've had to build relationships where there was miscommunication and misunderstanding. #leadupchat
A1: I value working hard, working with others, and working for a higher cause. I believe doing these things will bring happiness and a sense of fulfillment. #leadupchat
A3: I realized that I can be a voice for those who are afraid or unable to speak up. It's scary to confront the elephant in the room head on. But it is very necessary if we are ever going to get past it. (self talk helps-"I guess it's going to be me today..." LOL! #leadupchat
A3: MOST days I have to feel the fear and do it anyway. The fear of people saying no, the fear of people being critical to my out-of-the-box ideas, the fear that I might not be making the difference I think I am. Pushing through my own thoughts is a victory!
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A3: Focusing on the whole child instead of data analysis has occasionally gotten me in hot water, but I️ truly believe it’s in their best interest long term. #leadupchat
A2. Our principles are revealed in how we treat classified staff: Do we show the same respect for cafeteria works, security folks, custodians, aides, bus drivers as we do for teachers and admin? We should. The students are always watching what we do. We serve. #leadupchat
A3: I started a compost system at my school to make the world a better place. The https://t.co/b8tYFukqcn system is so easy for schools to get started. The hard part is digging the soil out. The kids <3 it. #leadupchat
YES! Last week I brought a homemade pumpkin bread to the cafeteria staff for their morning break and you'd have thought they won the lottery. We must include and serve everyone! #leadupchat
A3 Standing up for our beliefs and values can be tricky. Sometimes it involves crucial conversations with staff, parents or students that can be uncomfortable. #necessary#leadupchat
A3) No risk too big when it comes to building engagement, empowerment, and efficacy for students in classrooms ... people don't always "get" me or what it takes to bring about true change ... but I love them through it! Believe! #leadupchat
A3: MOST days I have to feel the fear and do it anyway. The fear of people saying no, the fear of people being critical to my out-of-the-box ideas, the fear that I might not be making the difference I think I am. Pushing through my own thoughts is a victory!
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Passion can be alienating. I have to be mindful of showing my excitement (who,how,when) bc not everyone is having a great day, week, or year. #leadupchat
A3-There is always that fear. I constantly face it. There are days I can overcome it and there are days it beats me. Just got to keep on trying. #leadupchat
By taking a genuine interest in them. Even if this is the small things like stopping in to say hello in the morning and asking them if I can do anything for them. #leadupchat
A2. I have an open-door policy, and Ts and Ss love that. Ss can get a pass to The Malone Zone in the cafe if they need a quick chat w/me. I encourage everyone I meet. #leadupchat
A3 by always focusing on What is best for students. If I know I’m doing what’s right for a kid, that motivates me to be as courageous as I need to pay to get it done. #leadupchat
A3 When you are grounded in your principles, you take risks everyday, knowing that there are others who may disagree. Courage comes from knowing you are doing the RIGHT things for the RIGHT reasons #leadupchat
A4: I genuinely am interested in who they are and where they are in their life. I give honest and sincere appreciation! This goes a long way!
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A4 Teachers or students don't always see the wonderful things they do. Acknowledging them at every opportunity and then giving opportunities to share the great things they do. #leadupchat
A3: Advocating for students first does not come without its risks sometimes. Courage comes from alignment to the Truth. There is more to this life than the moment. #leadupchat
A3: morning all, Jen from OR. I picked up, moved to OR to serve the students, staff, and community of a “gem” of a school district. So glad i took the risk and steps. #leadupchat
I was just talking about this last week. Joy is undervalued in our schools. It makes such a huge difference for students, staff, & parents! We must prioritize it daily! #leadupchat
Here's an awesome song @OHPS_Super created to show appreciation for classified staff @OakHarborPS. These are the hard workers "behind the scenes" that keep our schools running smoothly. Thank you. #leadupchat
A2. Our principles are revealed in how we treat classified staff: Do we show the same respect for cafeteria works, security folks, custodians, aides, bus drivers as we do for teachers and admin? We should. The students are always watching what we do. We serve. #leadupchat
A4-Bu going with them to conferences or workshops and listening to their thoughts and ideas they got from it. 👇🏼Some of my heroes at the #atplc institute by @SolutionTree#leadupchat
I used that in my intro slides as I moved in to a PL/tech leadership role in a new building. I'm not the first to always adopt, but I'm constantly adapting. #leadupchat
A4 - It's cliché, but honesty really is the best policy. Having difficult conversations helps people grow as individuals and professionals. But, it's important to be mindful of the individual in the process. #leadupchat
A4- I sit down with my teachers and assistant principals especially and let them know what I’m doing and why am doing it even if they disagree with it. I want them to see the big picture and I push them toward servant leadership. #leadupchat
A4 I have tag teamed with another T on our campus to bring after school Twitter PD to Ts in our district. Trying to get more Ts connected and grow their #PLN ! #leadupchat
#leadupchat A3: New roles & new jobs can be terrifying & sometimes lonely.
Relying on the r'ships I've built helps, even if I sometimes have to push to maintain them.
A4: my daily actions show that I value the importance of the growth of the group. One weak link brings the whole group down. Creating a strong culture that values personal growth gives no other choice but to move. #leadupchat
A4: When someone passionately shares an idea, I offer them a guest spot on my Corner on Character blog so they can share with a wider audience. Even if they say they're not a writer, I encourage them to step out in faith and try! #leadupchat
A4: Don’t talk about it, be about it! Our actions must support our staff. Are we helping them grow, are we helping them gain skills to become better at their job? How are we showing them we believe in them? Do we care about them authentically? #leadupchat
A4: Successful leadership requires a succession plan. Having conversations w/ staff about their desires to grow professionally helps you target capacity building. Reflective conversations are key!#leadupchat
A4 Be present with them, know them. Care for them. Know their goals & objectives. Help them reach them. Co-create, collaborate. Celebrate them. Leadership is all about building others up to create a loving community. #leadupchat
A4: I constantly check in and see how my new teammates (and friends) are doing, offer consolation when needed, support, encouragement and resources. That is my job as a person, right? #leadupchat
In my district, we use data to identify Ss who may have underlying issues. We have a data-based behavior support team that is hugely effective. #leadupchat
A3.When we believe we should trust others (McGregor's Theory Y), we chance that others will take advantage. That is okay,most T love S & want to succeed. It is our job to mentor those who r and r not succeeding, & if unsuccessful, counsel them to leave the profession. #leadupchat
A4: Praising the positive & success causes people to want to replicate that praise they received. Also & on the flip side of that, a positive reaction to the struggle getting there fosters that perseverance moving forward too. #leadupchat
A4: Meet the students where they are. Growth for for each student will vary. Embrace that and celebrate it. Show students you see them as individuals. #leadupchat
A4: Listen to understand, remove as many barriers as you can, coach, ask them questions to push their thinking & reflection, and get out of there way so they can lead. #learn#grow#live#work#lead#leadupchat
A4: Find ways to help others learn new pathways to reach students or encourage them to try something different. Innovation carries greater rewards than risks. Encourage others to move forward in education: lifelong #leadupchat
A4: Everything we do, we do as WE. All that we accomplish, we do as WE. If we sit down to succeed, push, pull, plan, create & envision, we must do as WE. Legacy for me is done as WE. Sunlight for standing in shadows. #leadupchat
A4: mindful about relationships. Who have I not connected with today? Working hard to break up with my office so I'm always present. Provide resources to people so they can do their best work. #leadupchat
A4: Take the time. That might mean to listen, to help, to study, to care, to laugh, to encourage, to make a heavy load lighter.... Make sure that you leave no doubts. Be there for people. #leadupchat
A4: I created a schedule to visit with each person at our school. For one person everyday, I stop by just to say hi and listen. I need to revisit my list, see who I missed and schedule round 2. Relationships matter! #leadupchat
A4: Successful leadership requires a succession plan. Having conversations w/ Ts about their desires to grow professionally helps you target capacity building. Reflective conversations are key! Celebrate wins often. Celebrate and honor struggles, too. Share in both. #leadupchat
#leadupchat A4: I am where I am b/c others believed in me & wanted to see me succeed. Not for their benefit, but for my own. It's my responsibility to pay that belief forward.
A4 By engaging in 1:1 conversations with our team members where they share their struggles, lessons learned, & personal goals - these are tied with being purposeful about providing experiences that will help their leadership capacity #leadupchat
A3 Believing the best is others is a risk. But worth it. When serving as a principal trust & belief in others to do their best were guiding principles for me. Most T overperformed. Some T were "raised" by great colleagues. Those not succeeding needed to be mentored.#leadupchat
A4: Constant reminder of "it's not about what I do, it's what I can empower others to do." On those days that get tough, remind myself that "leadership is not supposed to be easy." #leadupchat
I've done this too! I also try to get encouraging notes in their teacher boxes at least twice a month! Who doesn't like praise for things they do well! #leadupchat
Building relationships of trust, providing safe opportunities for the growth to happen and having crucial conversations when necessary. #Praise#acknowledge#leadupchat
absolutely. When we care for the whole child, I believe the data will go up. I see the data as similar to taking blood pressure or glucose readings. #leadupchat
A2. Guiding principles are revealed, for example, in how we obs. and eval. teachers. Are we respectful? Do we listen to teachers during conferences? Do we ask positive Q. about their decisions? the context of the class? Do we value feedback? #leadupchat
Key point, Andrea. Team members require consistent support during times of change. As leaders, we are charged to provide support, encouragement, & a listening ear during these times #leadupchat
Absolutely! Who wants to walk in to a place and feel like you're not meant to be there. Kids and adults need schools that radiate joy, excitement, and love for learning and learners. #leadupchat
A4: Constant reminder of "it's not about what I do, it's what I can empower others to do." On those days that get tough, remind myself that "leadership is not supposed to be easy." #leadupchat
I always ask parents "how am I doing? Ehat could improve? Taking it a step further with staff this year. RT @drneilgupta: Q5: Leaders with a legacy mindset create ways to hold themselves accountable. What are some examples? #leadupchathttps://t.co/xS27bseAYO
A5 acknowledging and owning mistakes I have made. Taking the blame for mistakes made by others under me, and helping them grow from the situation. #LeadUpChat
A3 What helps to be courageous r all the examples of success by S & T. When a S in a challenging or life threatening situation turns things around because of caring adults, everything is worth it. We are in the business of helping students reach their goals--success. #leadupchat
When my students struggle, I say, "I can see your brain growing." The other day, students said it to me when I made a mistake. If there were no struggle in life, there would be no need for schools. Its good to be challenged. #leadupchat
A5 Relationship building is part of account. Am I intentional about having a conversation with every team member every week? Do I know what their needs are? It is beyond checklists. If I doubt knowing someone’s objective’s, I need to adjust. Leading through kindness! #leadupchat
A5: I email myself different principles or values I need to work on & leave them unread so they are BOLDLY staring at me daily. I check my email many times a day so seeing those reminders helps me to be better! Another idea I've used is phone alarms thru the day!
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A5: Ask people in your orbit, "What's one way in which i could be better in our relationship?" It's uncomfortable to ask and sometimes hard to hear, but it'll help connect and grow you. #leadupchat
A5 Constant reflection is key and acknowledging when we make mistakes. It is okay...fix it...move on. Same philosophy I use with students in the office. #leadupchat
One of my top priorities is to teach Ss to "reach" when they don't get something. Reach in person, email, Google, whatever. I try to be able to respond to their email quetions every evening to encourage that reach. #leadupchat
A5: My accountability comes from checking in with my co-leader, @Swayne_lead271, responses and check-ins from staff, student feedback, and the overall temperature of our people! #leadupchat
A5: always lead the accountable A-train. Look for chances to fail so we can do it again together & with principle driven solutions. Seek vulnerability #leadupchat
A5) All miss-hits in my org point back to me: did I not set clear enough expectations? provide resources & support? anticipate? identify unintended consequences? Being personally accountable builds efficacy! Don't be a person to whom life happens: #MakeLifeHappen#leadupchat
A4: Noncontingent reinforcement is a beautiful thing. Within our working communities we shouldn’t just commend others for doing great things. Commend others in any joint pursuit for being who they are every single day, flawed and all. #leadupchat
#leadupchat A5: Finding the true friends & strong colleagues who will keep you true to yourself.
It's imp to have ppl in your life who will tell you what you NEED to hear or do, not just what you want.
A5 Seeking leadership feedback from team members and consciously working to improve practices - this shows team members that we value their input and desire their perspectives as we all continue to grow #leadupchat
A5: Some examples: creating a 60 or 90 day plan, being out among people to monitor change movements, working w/ accountability partners, or helping foster skill development in others to delegate tasks w/ timelines #leadupchat
Makes sense. I think in time, we'll let go of our own experience as students: that our audience was one person... and that our focus was on how we would be graded. #satchat#leadupchat
I wouldn't say "audience work" is more valuable, but it typically provides more intrinsic motivation to students when they know that their work is important enough to share, not just there to please one person who will assess it.
A4 It is about relationships and having the skills to help others succeed. Principals are expected to have the skills to help T be th best they can be. That means knowing effective teaching strategies, and helping T improve their skills, so they can attain greatness. #leadupchat
A5: Calendar in time to build and maintain relationships and if these get pushed, reschedule ASAP.
Keep a checklist of all the people/places where you want to build those relationships.
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A5: I hold myself accountable by knowing it is not my legacy, it is our legacy. They are all our students. We all work together for the same goal. #kidsdeserveit#allmeansall#leadupchat
A5- The first thing I do is make sure everyone in my building feels comfortable coming in my office in speaking their mind and disagreeing with me. I say they can come in and talk about whatever they want but when we go out we’re on the same team. #leadupchat
A5: Am I️ leading the way I️ would like to be led? Are we teaching the way I️ would like my children to be taught? Am I️ walking the talk or am I️ being a hypocrite? #leadupchat
A5: Encourage others to help me stay true to the goals. Have solid friends to pull you back on track. My Coast Guard husband frequently mentions that positive changes require the ability to SPEAK TRUTH TO POWER. I want that to be in my schools. Practice not theory. #leadupchat
A5: I leader that is looking to be held accountable looks to those they lead. Ask them, measure their response to your actions, listen attentively. I like the comparison of leader versus boss. I have worked for both in my life I gladly support my leaders my bosses...#leadupchat
A4. I offer workshops (free or nominal fees) in my county, at church, in my Facebook community of women, etc. We are fearfully & wonderfully made. #leadupchat We need to hear that.
“You make me want to be a better man.”
This is one of the coolest compliments ever. It is my goal to always bring out the best in those around me. #leadupchat
A3: Advocating for students first does not come without its risks sometimes. Courage comes from alignment to beliefs that form values. There is more to this life than the moment. #leadupchat
I've done this too! I also try to get encouraging notes in their teacher boxes at least twice a month! Who doesn't like praise for things they do well! #leadupchat
i always lead with my coaching questions before giving observation feedback. Teachers can connect the questions to the feedback to identify growth areas and we develop a plan together. #leadupchat
Because of that mindset, you probably accomplish great things together. Ownership & buy-in goes a long way & can't get there without feeling comfortable. #leadupchat
A1: Value: Hard work always leads to growth and eventual expertise. Belief: ALL people can learn and continually grow. Received through experience and cultivated through practicing what I value. #leadupchat
#leadupchat A5: Lead those around you to NOT look for instant gratification l, yet believe in the process and know their true impact will not be felt for years to come. #RiverdaleRising
A5: Journal, reflect on decisions, debrief and dialogue w/ AP everyday. Take classes for continued professional learning, ask for feedback from staff, students, and community often. Looking to do focus groups for additional feedback from these stakeholders. #leadupchat
For myself, my blog and books answer those needs. Sometimes just getting our thoughts and experiences out there for the world to see is enough. A good book is always a welcome escape. #leadupchat
A4 Bryk & Schneider stressed that building trust includes: integrity, concern 4 others, respect & competence. To help S&T succeed we must build relationship and have skills: How to evaluate? How to plan? How to articulate the sch vision? How to help S achieve success? #leadupchat
I love that @OHPS_Super builds relationships with the traveling "Pancake Posse."
The admin team travels to different schools throughout the year to serve the staff breakfast- pancakes, sausage, orange juice. Yum. #leadupchat
A6: Reflection is key: asking the questions: What works and why? What doesn't and why? Relax and rejuvenate: unplug from all stressors, focus on family, sleep, take in some information that helps you grow on all levels #leadupchat
Great start to my Saturday. Loving the later start here in Sasky with no daylight saving change in time. Have a wonderful weekend everyone! #leadupchat
A6: Reflection is easiest for me as I️ always ask, “What’s best, what’s next, what could have been...? Still working on rest, but rejuvenation often comes from reflection! I love my team chats @usd271sgs! #leadupchat
A6: #leadupchat helps me reflect, rejuvenate and relax each week. Thank you @drneilgupta for the great questions this week. I love that I can participate and relate even though I'm not admin. I teach.
A6) Meditate, breathe in nature, spend time with a child, look at the endless immensity of the sea, play board games, eat (oh wait, that's the bad one!) #leadupchat
#leadupchat A6: Unfortunately, like so many of you, I find myself often struggling with this.
When I'm successful, I make time to run, read, and travel, making me a happier person.
#leadupchat With 3 kids in elementary school and sports, it is extremely difficult to “unplug” and switch off. Trying to get back into running for that down time mentally. Wife uses this as reason to watch mindless shows.
A5 Leaders hold themselves accountable by behaving with integrity EACH day. Leaders are privileged to be in their positions. What an honor it is to serve as a sch principal or vice principal! To serve S, T & the community! Our success is based on behavior, not title. #leadupchat
A6: Reflect-rejuvenate-relax? Quiet time. Quality time with family and friends. Reading. Walking. The relax piece is very hard for me! I am working on it! #leadupchat
A6: Ask for feedback, take it seriously, not personally. Spend time with family, exercise to unwind. And getting out in nature helps me mentally sift through ways to improve. #leadupchat
A6: build time into your schedule to write, reflect, and yes, even schedule on your calendar rest days. They may not always happen, but it is a reminder to take care of yourself. Also do things that feed your passion and keep you #learning & #growing#leadupchat
I actually block days or times in the day to rejuvenate. I read, journal, schedule a massage, read through twitter PLN, work out daily. It gives me time to reflect and be in my head without interruption! Silence for me helps so much, so just 10 minutes is golden! #leadupchat
A6: Admittedly, I am a work-in-progress on finding the balance. I give myself permission to leave some things for the next day, even if I had hoped to complete these tasks earlier. That has helped...a little! Fan of downtime, movies & mindfulness. 😊 #leadupchat
A5: Like Zig ziglar says “You can have everything you want in life if you will just help other people get what they want.” Life is relationships and relationships flourish from selfless concern for the well being of the other. Be genuine. #leadupchat
A6: wow the list is big of need to do better...my family is always the top priority, but need to find time to read more and find a hobby that is not to expensive #LeadUpChat
A6: Reflection during my outrageously long commute. (I'd really prefer to reflect in a good lawn chair with a glass of zin or a cup of coffee.) Rejuvenate by visiting classrooms full of joy. (Stay out of the office!) Relax with good friends and family.(Shedule it!) #leadupchat
A6: Reflection is constant. My mind spins! What is working, not working, what can I try, what is ont hearts and minds of those around me? Can I make a difference? #leadupchat
