TNedchat is a way for educators in Tennessee to share thoughts, resources, and information. The weekly chat is moderated by Jessica Warner (@jessawarner) and Samantha Bates (@sjsbates).
a1b I was an accountant first but realized I was the one always teaching the technology to others (even in 1990's). Felt like a perfect transition #tnedchat
A1 I’ve always worked with kids since I was a teen. Being a teacher came later in life for me. I wanted to make a great place for them to learn. #TnEdChat
A1 I enjoyed learning and sharing what I learned. Being a teacher was something I wanted to do from an early age and I am happy to be doing it. #TnEdChat
A1: I became a teacher because I was a depressed web designer who thought my skills could be put to better purpose then selling ads for Ford. #tnedchat
A1 : The business field for which I was studying showed me I was not that great at accounting or shorthand thus it became business education (telling my age here) #TnEdChat
So true! Some days are tough, some weeks are long. But I do jump out of bed everyday feeling happy about what I am doing and who I get to spend my days with. #TnEdChat
A2 I’d love to talk with Einstein and ask him what he thinks helped him achieve so much despite all the challenges he had. I’ve heard he would have been considered dev delayed nowadays. #TnEdChat
I actually had this conversation w/my husband the other day. Friends were coming up w/lots of great answers, and he said "Um, Jesus, Duh"... ya, that made sense. Lol! #TnEdChat
A2 I would like to talk shop with Frida Kahlo. She was so innovative and creative. This is something that is important for my teaching strategies. #TnEdChat#CUIEdTech
Not sure I knew my “why” initially...I was so young when I made my decision. I just remember looking up to my teachers, feeling safe with learning and knowing I wanted others to feel the same.
A3: She isn't an educator, but would love to chat with @BetsyDeVosED and give her some real facts about what educators and students need. Otherwise, would love some time w/@GeorgeCouros#TnEdChat
A3 It has to be @nathan_stevens. That would be a good time! If he is booked I would like to continue learning and gaining inspiration from @adamburk. #TnEdChat
A3: a few years ago, @gcouros inspired me at FETC...I’d like to have a brainstorming chat on shifting the mindset of resistant leaders & teachers to change pedagogy & teach while inspiring #TnEdChat
A1: I was told an educational career would make you rich. I guess I was thinking financially, while the intended meaning was holistically. I actually did it to make learning enjoyable and more applicable. #tnedchat
A5: My middle school teachers are rockstars! They are the true #FutureMakers ! #TNEdChat@GPSBruisers This crowd here... the ISED/ATLIS listserv. These are my people. They make me look smart.
A5: I have a region of awesome #CTEDirectors! The kids inspire them to work w/ industry & post secondary to offer students opportunities that will set them up for college&career success #TnEdChat
A5: Those of us in a tech integrator role in the Nashville independent school scene get together once every couple of months to talk shop. It's great inspiration to share and hear what others are doing/dealing/struggling with. #tnedchat
A5: The T's & Admin. with a #growthmindest that strive to make every day better for our T's, S's, P's, Community... Trying to live by the @gcouros thought "We need to make the positive so loud that the negative becomes almost impossible to hear." #TnEdChat
Just want to thank the #tnedchat family RIGHT NOW, I had an exceptionally trying and discouraging day but this chat and you people always make my heart happy...lets keep chatting!
A5: Those of us in a tech integrator role in the Nashville independent school scene get together once every couple of months to talk shop. It's great inspiration to share and hear what others are doing/dealing/struggling with. #tnedchat
I recall a day like that several years ago & y’all made my night in this chat. You rock friend & you make a difference even on days that are trying! #TnEdChat
I had done two keynotes in the spring and also did some research and learned so much from reading his work, and came across two really interesting quotes to use, definitely would love that conversation #TnEdChat
A6: Greatest influencers are Mrs. Gooding & Mrs. Boyce (elem teachers), Mom (always said I was meant to be a teacher & she passed before that came to fruition) and @Camigroome (favorite principal ever). #TnEdChat
A6 My college advisors, Mike James, Bud Church, and Bud Collins. The crew from NEFC including Chip Wood and Ruth Charney. Lastly, writers Ralph Fletcher and Rich Kent. #TnEdChat#ThingsThatMakeYouGoHmmm
A6) My mom... @E_Sheninger, Mr. Heart My 1st Band teacher, my wife the Dr., @kelsdalrymple A young teacher that pushes me to be better for others and I still have to add @juliedavisEDU to the list. #TnEdChat
A6: For me, it's anyone who is willing to step out of comfort zones and do the uncomfortable and often unorthodox, in order to make education better for our students. #TnEdChat
A6 The edus that are part of the #tlap pln have influenced so much of what I do. And recently Becky Bailey with her #conciousdiscipline have been huge for me. #tnedchat
You never whine friend...Lending an ear to find inspiration & being solutions oriented means we have a good support system that helps each other grow #TnEdChat
