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Thursday January 12, 2017
9:00 PM EST

  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:00 PM EST
    #atplc Let's get this party started, and talk teams, collaboration, and impact on student learning!
  • participatechat Jan 12 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #atplc by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/HuaP7HUrl2
  • MattSpence15 Jan 12 @ 9:01 PM EST
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:01 PM EST
    #atplc Good Evening fellow educators! Why dont we start with brief introductions
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Dan, business teacher from St. Louis. Bracing for impact of #icestorm2017 #atplc
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    #atplc Brian, 8th grade science @GrangerIPSD204 Aurora IL
    In reply to @GrangerIPSD204
  • iamterrihowell Jan 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    #atplc terri howell
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Hello #atplc, I am Travis and I am an elementary principal in CA!
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    #atplc I hope you found the time and had a chance to watch the "God Father" discuss groups vs teams
  • MattSpence15 Jan 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • iamterrihowell Jan 12 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Hello #atplc. I am a future learning leader from St George Utah
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:04 PM EST
    thanks! A ton of the schools/districts have already called off for tomorrow. We shall see how it goes. #atplc
    In reply to @BKd204Sci
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:04 PM EST
    holy cow...you're also my wife! #atplc
    In reply to @iamterrihowell
  • SolutionTree Jan 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
    What is the difference between a Group and a Team? Give your opinion using #atplc! The chat is now live!
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
    consider yourself lucky! We are expecting 60s by early next week. #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Lets start...Q1 whats the difference between a group of people and a team of people #atplc
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:06 PM EST
    A team is going to support each other in ALL aspects to reach their goal. A group is people that come together with no real goals #atplc
  • trishgoosen Jan 12 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Trish, vice principal from cold Manitoba #atplc
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:06 PM EST
    A1: Group=everyone plays an individual role for an overall goal. Team=everyone pitches in for common goal. #atplc
  • MattSpence15 Jan 12 @ 9:06 PM EST
    A group involvespeople that have time and space in common. A team has vision, goals, accountability #atplc
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:07 PM EST
    does everyone on that team play an equal role? #atplc
    • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:06 PM EST
      A1: Group=everyone plays an individual role for an overall goal. Team=everyone pitches in for common goal. #atplc
  • iamterrihowell Jan 12 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Group of people coexist together where a team works together towards a common purpose #atplc
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:07 PM EST
    good catch. In THEORY...yes. #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:08 PM EST
    great thought Matt...who is the team accountable to? #atplc
    • MattSpence15 Jan 12 @ 9:06 PM EST
      A group involvespeople that have time and space in common. A team has vision, goals, accountability #atplc
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1 A group can be random set of Ts for a common goal Teams are formed with chemistry of individuals in mind is important to reach Ss #atplc
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Shouldn't be in theory, a true team holds each other to a standard of performance and accountability #atplc
    In reply to @WinkelerD, @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
    #atplc Brian, where does that chemistry come from?
    • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:08 PM EST
      A1 A group can be random set of Ts for a common goal Teams are formed with chemistry of individuals in mind is important to reach Ss #atplc
  • trishgoosen Jan 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A group smiles, nods. A team questions, pushes, supports #atplc
  • MattSpence15 Jan 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A team mate is accountable other team members, and other groups tied to the vision and goals. #atplc
  • AssignmentHelpN Jan 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    17 Experts on E-learning & EdTech Trends for 2017 https://t.co/I9aiwWWsrV #EduAfterHours #sstlap #isedchat #TBookC #SciStuChat #atplc
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    and CELEBRATES! #atplc
    In reply to @trishgoosen
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Who is that team accountable to? #atplc
    In reply to @PrincipalManley, @WinkelerD
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Often from group wrk in past. Groups are pre-cursors to Teams #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    and what happens if a team member cannot hold another accountable? #Atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex, @PrincipalManley
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    each other, whatever group their serving (for us students, parents, etc.) #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex, @WinkelerD
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    to me another distinction is that group members are often times only accountable to themselves or a superior :( #atplc
    In reply to @MattSpence15
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Accountable to their grade level Principal, fellow Ts in the dept, students, parents, community #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex, @PrincipalManley
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    then you need to have honest talk with team and find out if you have right people on the team. #atplc
    In reply to @WinkelerD, @fris_trex
  • MattSpence15 Jan 12 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Agreed! #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:12 PM EST
    #atplc that's were the clarity of the "why of the work" is critical. Simple reminders of the common commitments and purpose
    • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
      and what happens if a team member cannot hold another accountable? #Atplc
      In reply to @fris_trex, @PrincipalManley
  • EduGladiators Jan 12 @ 9:13 PM EST
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Q2: How does your school organize teachers into collaborative teams? #atplc
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:13 PM EST
    establishing norms is huge. #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A2: we go based on subjects taught. We want to group like minded subjects. #atplc
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:14 PM EST
    #atplc GIGANTIC!!
    • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:13 PM EST
      establishing norms is huge. #atplc
      In reply to @fris_trex
  • MattSpence15 Jan 12 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Frustration is soon to follow. An agreed upon vision, mission, and team norms will help! #atplc
    In reply to @WinkelerD, @fris_trex, @PrincipalManley
  • linda_peace1 Jan 12 @ 9:14 PM EST
    #atplc revising the norms is also important
    In reply to @WinkelerD, @fris_trex
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Our PLC teams are organized by grade level, other leadership teams geared towards interest, strengths and passions. #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
    #atplc Dan, is it by subject and grade level or just subject?
    In reply to @WinkelerD
  • trishgoosen Jan 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A2: mostly by grade groups #atplc
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
    I'd go as far as saying you need to establish/revise them at the beginning of each school year. #atplc
    In reply to @linda_peace1, @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Travis, same subject, same grade level? #atplc
    In reply to @PrincipalManley
  • MattSpence15 Jan 12 @ 9:16 PM EST
    If those things don't work, supervisor must be involved. #atplc
    In reply to @WinkelerD, @fris_trex, @PrincipalManley
  • trishgoosen Jan 12 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2: also leadership and PBIS #atplc
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2 Always a work in progress! ID those leaders who can be egoless S-centered T to #MoveYourBus forward #atplc
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:16 PM EST
    grade level, all T's teach all subjects. So K team, 1st grade team, etc. #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:16 PM EST
    #atplc We are organized by subject and grade level...example Math 7 is a Team and so on
  • linda_peace1 Jan 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2-#atplc we are in grade level
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    .@fris_trex ultimately it is by subject matter taught (Science, math, business, etc). Then it goes by courses (bio, chem, etc). #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    other site teams (leadership, culture, intervention, etc.) are representative from each grade level. #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2a We also have depts but Ed Teams have purpose of Ss growth in mind when they are established #atplc
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:18 PM EST
    #atplc We have a leadership team as well made of of members from our collaborative teams...very intentional
    • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
      other site teams (leadership, culture, intervention, etc.) are representative from each grade level. #atplc
      In reply to @fris_trex
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    previously at MS I was principal at, we were singletons, so we organized as teams across subjects but same grade level. #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    #atplc Would you describe the teams in your building as "groups" or "teams"?
  • MattSpence15 Jan 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: At SHS teams are organized by department and course. #atplc
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Yes, these are my "PLC leads" they lead and report on the work, next steps, struggles, supports needed, etc. #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:20 PM EST
    We do singletons as a district...all the 7th grade art teachers collaborate as a team #atplc
    • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
      previously at MS I was principal at, we were singletons, so we organized as teams across subjects but same grade level. #atplc
      In reply to @fris_trex
  • SolutionTree Jan 12 @ 9:20 PM EST
    What resources & support are available for #education teams to be successful? Educators are tweeting their favs NOW using #atplc!
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:20 PM EST
    I would describe the business department as a team. We all bring something to the table for the greater good of the Ss. #Atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Definitely teams Have to have that common bond sense of day to day wrk with Ss #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:20 PM EST
    I am very fortunate to have TEAMS. They are great and constantly work not only as GL team but school team to support Ss #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:20 PM EST
    #atplc What makes a leadership team then Terri
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Teams are pseudo-families #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • iamterrihowell Jan 12 @ 9:21 PM EST
    I would say some are groups while others are teams #atplc
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Here's a crucial one Q3...What resources and support does your school provide for your teacher teams to ensure success? #atplc
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Ss focus in everything...be intentional in setting this up for betterment of Ss #atplc
    In reply to @PrincipalManley, @fris_trex
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:23 PM EST
    PD and TIME We are working as site to really ensure we all understand the cycle and that discussions lead to support for S #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • iamterrihowell Jan 12 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Time, training and support #atplc
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3: Time! #Atplc
  • MattSpence15 Jan 12 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Most importantly: TIME. Also PD based on teams' areas of focus. #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Time seems to be trending on #atplc
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:24 PM EST
    remember to use #atplc are those the only teachers that should be on the leadership team?
    • iamterrihowell Jan 12 @ 9:22 PM EST
      Your best educators that drive with passion and desire to be better each day. Educators who truly reflect and celebrate
      In reply to @fris_trex
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3: They offer us time, space, PD, and ability to work and collaborate together. #atplc
  • linda_peace1 Jan 12 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3- #atplc professional development onsite and off site
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3 Regular 1:1 btwn Admin & #ILT members to refine process & gear toward future success Used book studies to keep us on same page #atplc
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:25 PM EST
    TIME.. most crucial element in supporting effective collaboration that leads to student learning! How does your school create time? #atplc
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A3a We have #PD Friday's that have Ts guiding Ts New initiative that is getting stronger as year goes on #atplc
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Monday's reserved for CTT, 3rd Fridays, trimester sub days for CTT, and teams structure and find other times to collab #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    So true...I believe we need multiple voices and multiple viewpoints represented on the LT #atplc
    • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:24 PM EST
      I can argue both sides of this and have tried both sides. Pros and cons to each.
      In reply to @fris_trex
  • trishgoosen Jan 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Grade teams meet once/cycle for one period w/add'l time given. Principal and myself take classes outside #atplc
  • MattSpence15 Jan 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    We organized our lunches at SHS by department and allowed that time to count as PLC time if teams met, w/agendas, etc. #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    During Friday spirit assembly, T's get released for additional time #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    We've been able to work our master schedule to allow our teacher teams to have common preps everyday..teams will meet during their #atplc
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Do you feel that is enough? Our #PLC by dept meets weekly & growth is evident in practices #atplc
    In reply to @trishgoosen
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:28 PM EST
    we did that same thing when I was at the high school level. Do you find it effective? #atplc
    In reply to @PrincipalManley
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:28 PM EST
    This is great strategy for secondary level! #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • linda_peace1 Jan 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
    #atplc Each team gets a half day to plan and work with math specialist and literacy teacher
  • MattSpence15 Jan 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
    At SHS we also built half days into our calendar that are used as PLC time. #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
    How often? do your teams get a 1/2 day? #atplc
    • linda_peace1 Jan 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
      #atplc Each team gets a half day to plan and work with math specialist and literacy teacher
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
    When do you have time to analyze assessment and identify students for enrichment and intervention? #atplc
    In reply to @linda_peace1
  • iamterrihowell Jan 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Most of our teams have common preps. Our district has worked in early out days that take place monthly and Mondays after school #atplc
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:30 PM EST
    How often do your teams meet? #atplc
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:30 PM EST
    as effective as the teams use that time. Time can be found but some teams use 30min better than teams that get 1.5hrs #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • linda_peace1 Jan 12 @ 9:30 PM EST
    #atplc grade level teams also have common planning time for CLT
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Scheduled weekly but many find their own times outside of the site scheduled times. #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Dept each wk in #PLC (40 min) Teams have daily interaction #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Admin gives us PD sessions, resources, and then time to practice/implement with encouragement. #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    #atplc our teams meet "formally" at least once a week...many of our teams meet more than that...50 minutes
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:32 PM EST
    It really is about quality time vs. quantity allotted. Some teams do more in 30min than others do in 1.5hours. #atplc
  • MattSpence15 Jan 12 @ 9:32 PM EST
    120 minutes a month (bi-weekly) and 1 or 2 half days a month. #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:33 PM EST
    do Ts actually take advantage of that? Is it every day they meet? What does it look like? #Atplc
    In reply to @linda_peace1
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:33 PM EST
    We do. Coach, AP and myself rotate through the teams, with some teams having more support. #atplc
    In reply to @iamterrihowell, @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:33 PM EST
    #atplc I also use money to purchase day-long subs to allow our teams to take an entire day to meet
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Travis brings up a good point...how is the work of teams monitored at your school? #atplc
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:34 PM EST
    I do as well We do it every tri full day subs with a couple extra to allow for PLC lead to stay over for vertical artic #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • trishgoosen Jan 12 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Met with each grade team for 1/2 day for planning for term 2 writing. #atplc
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:35 PM EST
    At Fossil Ridge it has proved to be meaningful and effective for our teacher teams! #atplc
    In reply to @PrincipalManley
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Team's work is monitored thru #ILT We spend time weekly looking for ways to be more effective as various Teams #atplc
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:35 PM EST
    We got rid of notes requirement. We know the cycle and expect products. Products = ess. standards, cfa's, data #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • trishgoosen Jan 12 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Resource & admin teams participate in each grade team #plc #atplc
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Q4: We expect teams at Fossil Ridge to be engaged in the "Right Work", what do you consider to be the "Right Work" #atplc
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:36 PM EST
    My word for that exact same thing is "evidence"..."Show me the Evidence" #atplc
    • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:35 PM EST
      We got rid of notes requirement. We know the cycle and expect products. Products = ess. standards, cfa's, data #atplc
      In reply to @fris_trex
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A4: The "Right work" is the end goal of what we want the Ss to learn at the end of the semester. #atplc
  • MattSpence15 Jan 12 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Teams post agendas and minutes in Schoology (LMS), and take attendance. I audit the minutes at least once a month. #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • iamterrihowell Jan 12 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Q4. Students! That should always be the why! #atplc
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:37 PM EST
    #atplc are you talking about GVCs and Learning Targets?
    • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:37 PM EST
      A4: The "Right work" is the end goal of what we want the Ss to learn at the end of the semester. #atplc
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:37 PM EST
    student learning. The big 4, with an emphasis on team reflection of teaching as it relates to student learning #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A4 "Right Work" should be things that grow Ss academidally socioeconomically Ss growth is paramount to all we do #atplc
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:38 PM EST
    #atplc Totally agree, all about the kids...what does talking about kids look like in a team collaboration?
  • trishgoosen Jan 12 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A4: The right work focuses on the depth of student learning related to goals #atplc
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:39 PM EST
    #atplc do you all know the "Big 4" that Travis discussed?
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:39 PM EST
    .@fris_trex yes. I have been working with a fellow T all year to unify our curriculums for our Ss. #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:39 PM EST
    How does that team ensure that ALL students are learning at high levels? #atplc
    • trishgoosen Jan 12 @ 9:38 PM EST
      A4: The right work focuses on the depth of student learning related to goals #atplc
  • SolutionTree Jan 12 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Hop on the #atplc conversation happening NOW! How do your #education teams respond to struggling learners?
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Can "Big 4" be explained? New concept to me #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • iamterrihowell Jan 12 @ 9:40 PM EST
    #atplc talking about specific students. What is working? What isn't and what we need to do to help struggling learners
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:41 PM EST
    1 what we want s to learn 2 how will we know they learned it 3 what will we do if they didn't #atplc
    In reply to @BKd204Sci, @fris_trex
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:41 PM EST
    4 what do we do if they did learn it #atplc
    In reply to @BKd204Sci, @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
    "Big 4 Questions" for teams and schools 1.What do we want students to learn https://t.co/xGbzCepNZX will we know if they learned it? #atplc
    • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:40 PM EST
      Can "Big 4" be explained? New concept to me #atplc
      In reply to @fris_trex
  • linda_peace1 Jan 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
    #atplc have teams bring student evidence
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:43 PM EST
    sorry #atplc
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:43 PM EST
    @fris_trex explanation is cleaner! Great job! #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:44 PM EST
    This is a very beneficial chat! Glad I joined tonight! #atplc
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:45 PM EST
    Q5: This is going fast!! Im going to skip ahead a bit. Let's share some collaboration and team successes/tips with each other #atplc
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:45 PM EST
    If you want a great resource @SolutionTree has great resources. Check out Learning by Doing #atplc
    In reply to @BKd204Sci, @SolutionTree
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A5: Our school revamped our MVVG for the building, and then took PLC time back to square 1. #atplc
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:46 PM EST
    I have a team that has really built trust with each other and are working out intervention rotations based on data #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:47 PM EST
    PERFECT...the "Bible", also check out Commonly Asked Questions in a PLC, the Collaborative Teacher, the Collaborative Admin #atplc
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A5 Our #ILT read #MoveYourBus by @ronclarkacademy Put us all on same page & made a team/bldg impact this year #atplc
    In reply to @ronclarkacademy
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Start slow! It's a marathon not a sprint and much like there isn't a perfect lesson, there isn't a perfect PLC #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • iamterrihowell Jan 12 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Im school Media Coordinator. I collaborated with several teachers and teams. Was able to team teach with them and help St learn Gvc #atplc
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Dude, are you serious!! Our Science 7 teams does rotations following each test, provides intervention and extension during class time #atplc
    • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:46 PM EST
      I have a team that has really built trust with each other and are working out intervention rotations based on data #atplc
      In reply to @fris_trex
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:48 PM EST
    We have also decided to do each staff meeting as a working meeting to take each cycle of PLC and ensure we all understand #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:49 PM EST
    That's awesome, that is a great goal for all teams to have! #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:49 PM EST
    Rome not built in a day! Speeding only causes accidents in a bldg. Be intentional in what we do! #atplc
    • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:48 PM EST
      Start slow! It's a marathon not a sprint and much like there isn't a perfect lesson, there isn't a perfect PLC #atplc
      In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:49 PM EST
    Understand that its a journey, and a continual process...its never over, we can never be satisfied! #atplc
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:51 PM EST
    Alright, great folks of tonight's #atplc I have PTA meeting at 7 so if I don't get a chance before then, thank you and great chat tonight!
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:51 PM EST
    Seeing not only high levels of learning, but huge growth from students, with teachers linking those strides to effective teaming! #atplc
  • linda_peace1 Jan 12 @ 9:51 PM EST
    #atplc it's important to take it slow and make sure everyone is on the same page
  • linda_peace1 Jan 12 @ 9:52 PM EST
    #atplc the admin team also particpates in CLT does drop in for alignment
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:52 PM EST
    same page on that team, it is expected that some teams are ahead of others and that is where admin support comes in #atplc
    In reply to @linda_peace1
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:53 PM EST
    Also a great sight is observing a team of veteran teachers "teach" our first year teachers about being engaged in the "right work" #atplc
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:54 PM EST
    I know I'm not moderator but I am curious from T's what is one thing you wish admin did to support your teams in PLC process? #atplc
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:55 PM EST
    Q6...what is your advice to a school struggling with team collaboration, or may not even be engaged in collaboration at all? #atplc
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:56 PM EST
    Push in & be involved in our process My Admins do a good job of this, but always room for growth #atplc
    In reply to @PrincipalManley
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:56 PM EST
    If it is a school focus on building that culture that is focused on S learning. Make it fun ask questions and start with y #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:57 PM EST
    #atplc Brian, what does that look like at your school?
    • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:56 PM EST
      Push in & be involved in our process My Admins do a good job of this, but always room for growth #atplc
      In reply to @PrincipalManley
  • linda_peace1 Jan 12 @ 9:57 PM EST
    #atplc I say provide PD, the admin team needs to set the tights, and participate in the process
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A6 Find a core of younger/vet Ts to set common framework of bldg growth & have them be active teacher-leaders #atplc
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:57 PM EST
    Yes! Tights and Loose are crucial! #atplc
    In reply to @linda_peace1
  • MattSpence15 Jan 12 @ 9:57 PM EST
    Get to a Solution Tree PD, visit Adlai Stevenson HS in Chicago, read Rick Dufour or watch him on YouTube! #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:57 PM EST
    #atplc Everything starts with "Why"
    • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:56 PM EST
      If it is a school focus on building that culture that is focused on S learning. Make it fun ask questions and start with y #atplc
      In reply to @fris_trex
  • WinkelerD Jan 12 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A6: ask the 4 corollary questions and begin from there. #atplc
  • BKd204Sci Jan 12 @ 9:58 PM EST
    Admins sit in on occasional dept #PLC & team mtgs when possible They are part of process w/us & our collaboration #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • PrincipalManley Jan 12 @ 9:59 PM EST
    The culture is so important, have to build the trust and develop a circle of safety where ALL feel safe to try, fail, try, #atplc
    In reply to @fris_trex
  • fris_trex Jan 12 @ 9:59 PM EST
    If you haven't been to a solution tree event, I highly encourage it. Send a team of teachers from your school! #atplc @SolutionTree
    In reply to @SolutionTree