#SafeSchoolsChat Archive

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:00 PM EST

Welcome, friend! #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @JKatzaman

thebretthill Dec 4 @ 3:01 PM EST

Joining #SafeSchoolsChat from Horntown, Ok. Brett Hill, HS Principal/AD @ Moss High School #MossPirateFamily #oklaed

JKatzaman Dec 4 @ 3:01 PM EST

Hi, Eric. Good to "see" you again. #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @DavisWelcome

inspire0818 Dec 4 @ 3:02 PM EST

Hello...I'm Jace and I'm a teacher in NJ #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:02 PM EST

You too, friend! #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @JKatzaman

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:02 PM EST

Welcome, Brett! #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @thebretthill

edu_taraw Dec 4 @ 3:02 PM EST

Good afternoon! Tara from Wilson, NC #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:03 PM EST

Welcome, friend! #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @inspire0818

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:03 PM EST

Hey there, Tara! Welcome! #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @edu_taraw

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:04 PM EST

Question 1 coming up .... #SafeSchoolsChat

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:05 PM EST

Hello this is Melissa from Katy TX #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:06 PM EST

Q1: What does effective communication look like in a school?#SafeSchoolsChat

SafeSchoolChat - Moderator Dec 4 @ 3:06 PM EST

Q1: #safeschoolschat

JeremyDBond Dec 4 @ 3:06 PM EST

Jeremy, parent, education editor joining from Connecticut. #SafeSchoolsChat

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:06 PM EST

Good afternoon Eric #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @DavisWelcome

Teach4life96 Dec 4 @ 3:07 PM EST

Good Sunday afternoon from NC. #SafeSchoolsChat

remiroots Dec 4 @ 3:07 PM EST

Hello #SafeSchoolsChat : Remi, K-12 school principal, Ontario 🇨🇦

JKatzaman Dec 4 @ 3:07 PM EST

A1 Effective communication puts everyone on the same page. Messages are clear, consistent and understood. #SafeSchoolsChat

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:07 PM EST

Good afternoon Jim #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @JKatzaman

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:07 PM EST

Welcome, my friend! #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:07 PM EST

Hello Jace #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @inspire0818

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:07 PM EST

Welcome, friend! #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @JeremyDBond

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:08 PM EST

Welcome, friend! #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @Teach4life96

JKatzaman Dec 4 @ 3:08 PM EST

Hi, Melissa. How's Katy? #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:08 PM EST

Welcome, friend! #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @remiroots

thebretthill Dec 4 @ 3:08 PM EST

A1: Openmindedness and honesty. To b an effective communicator, 1 must also listen effectively #SafeSchoolsChat #oklaed

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:06 PM EST

Q1: What does effective communication look like in a school?#SafeSchoolsChat

Teach4life96 Dec 4 @ 3:08 PM EST

A1) Harmony of action. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:06 PM EST

Q1: What does effective communication look like in a school?#SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:09 PM EST

Awesome! #SafeSchoolsChat

Lead2Support Dec 4 @ 3:08 PM EST

A1: Regular (at least weekly), timely (same day replies), accessible (multiple formats), proactive, & connected vision/values
In reply to @DavisWelcome

edu_epiphanies Dec 4 @ 3:09 PM EST

Danielle from Denver, checking out #safeschoolschat to see what it is all about!

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:09 PM EST

Love it! Harmony!! #SafeSchoolsChat

Teach4life96 Dec 4 @ 3:08 PM EST
A1) Harmony of action. #SafeSchoolsChat
- DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:06 PM EST
  
  Q1: What does effective communication look like in a school?#SafeSchoolsChat

JesiCygan Dec 4 @ 3:09 PM EST

A1: Effective comm is key! Everyone understands the processes & ppl feel in the loop! Nothing worse than feeling lost 👎 #safeschoolschat

SafeSchoolChat - Moderator Dec 4 @ 3:06 PM EST

Q1: #safeschoolschat

mjjohnson1216 Dec 4 @ 3:09 PM EST

Communication chat in #SafeSchoolsChat? Count me in! Meredith joining from a part of the country where it isn't snowing :-)

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:10 PM EST

You got it friend! #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @thebretthill

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:10 PM EST

#SafeSchoolsChat Agenda and schedule of weekly events. Consistent expectations for all. Positive and insightful feedback.

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:06 PM EST

Q1: What does effective communication look like in a school?#SafeSchoolsChat

inspire0818 Dec 4 @ 3:10 PM EST

A1. All members of school community are on same page...Ss, Staff, Ps, Admin #SafeSchoolsChat. All know what's happening...what's expected

edu_taraw Dec 4 @ 3:10 PM EST

Teachers know what is going on in the school (not just grade)-Parents are well-informed/not surprised at the report card #safeschoolschat

JeremyDBond Dec 4 @ 3:10 PM EST

A1)Both omnipresent & invisible. More electronic devices, less newsletter. Word of mouth thru relationships w stakeholders. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:06 PM EST

Q1: What does effective communication look like in a school?#SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:10 PM EST

Love consistent expectations. #SafeSchoolsChat

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:10 PM EST
#SafeSchoolsChat Agenda and schedule of weekly events. Consistent expectations for all. Positive and insightful feedback.
- DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:06 PM EST
  
  Q1: What does effective communication look like in a school?#SafeSchoolsChat

inspire0818 Dec 4 @ 3:11 PM EST

A1. School is Connected...Is One #SafeSchoolsChat

mjjohnson1216 Dec 4 @ 3:11 PM EST

A1. Use to spend about 2 hours each Sunday creating an electronic "Week Ahead" w/ calendar & details staff needed to know. #safeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:11 PM EST

Spot on, Jeremy! #SafeSchoolsChat

JeremyDBond Dec 4 @ 3:10 PM EST
A1)Both omnipresent & invisible. More electronic devices, less newsletter. Word of mouth thru relationships w stakeholders. #SafeSchoolsChat
- DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:06 PM EST
  
  Q1: What does effective communication look like in a school?#SafeSchoolsChat

remiroots Dec 4 @ 3:11 PM EST

A1 Effective communication is a fluid top-down + bottom-up circulation of the information. #SafeSchoolsChat

Teach4life96 Dec 4 @ 3:11 PM EST

Weekly Principal Memo #SafeSchoolsChat

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:10 PM EST
#SafeSchoolsChat Agenda and schedule of weekly events. Consistent expectations for all. Positive and insightful feedback.
- DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:06 PM EST
  
  Q1: What does effective communication look like in a school?#SafeSchoolsChat

SPXHamDawg Dec 4 @ 3:11 PM EST

Mark here. A1: like the drive-thru window..Visual, printed, spoken and repeated verbally twice #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:12 PM EST

Welcome, friend! #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @edu_epiphanies

vsbradle Dec 4 @ 3:12 PM EST

Sorry late good afternoon #safeschoolschat

inspire0818 Dec 4 @ 3:12 PM EST

A1. Morning announcements, global connect, newsletters, electronic, walk ins to school or rooms #SafeSchoolsChat

mjjohnson1216 Dec 4 @ 3:12 PM EST

Wondering how not receiving a weekly email w/ details affects staff working together? #safeschoolschat

JeremyDBond Dec 4 @ 3:13 PM EST

Yes--both teachers and parents should know about both individual kids and the school as a whole. #SafeSchoolsChat

edu_taraw Dec 4 @ 3:10 PM EST

Teachers know what is going on in the school (not just grade)-Parents are well-informed/not surprised at the report card #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:13 PM EST

This is a great example of dedication! #SafeSchoolsChat

mjjohnson1216 Dec 4 @ 3:11 PM EST

A1. Use to spend about 2 hours each Sunday creating an electronic "Week Ahead" w/ calendar & details staff needed to know. #safeSchoolsChat

JeremyDBond Dec 4 @ 3:13 PM EST

Inside and outside the school! #SafeSchoolsChat

inspire0818 Dec 4 @ 3:10 PM EST

A1. All members of school community are on same page...Ss, Staff, Ps, Admin #SafeSchoolsChat. All know what's happening...what's expected

edu_epiphanies Dec 4 @ 3:13 PM EST

A1: Effective communication = diverse, accessible, individualized for Ts and Ss alike. #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:13 PM EST

Question 2 coming up .... #SafeSchoolsChat

JeremyDBond Dec 4 @ 3:14 PM EST

my favorite part. #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

remiroots Dec 4 @ 3:14 PM EST

A1 More talk between staff members, less emails. Make sure members know who's in charge of what. #SafeSchoolsChat

vsbradle Dec 4 @ 3:14 PM EST

A1 Whatever method used everyone needs to know the same info and at the same time not "handy me down " news #safeschoolschat

JeremyDBond Dec 4 @ 3:14 PM EST

@DavisWelcome cool... what does it mean? #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @Teach4life96, @DavisWelcome

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:14 PM EST

Q2: What are the by-products of a school with no communication? #SafeSchoolsChat

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:14 PM EST

A1 #safeschoolschat encouragement, celebration of school & student successes in science, sports, music everything the school has to offer.

mjjohnson1216 Dec 4 @ 3:14 PM EST

Thank you for compliment. Hopes were that "Week Ahead" would replace staff mtings where details were shared. #safeSchoolsChat

In reply to @DavisWelcome

whiteeducator Dec 4 @ 3:15 PM EST

A1: Staff, Ss, and families need clear details on how/when announcements will be communicated. #SafeSchoolsChat

nick_schumacher Dec 4 @ 3:15 PM EST

A1. Communication looks like Ts have access to all of the information that they need AND the freedom to question it! #safeschoolschat

SafeSchoolChat - Moderator Dec 4 @ 3:15 PM EST

Q2: #safeschoolschat

inspire0818 Dec 4 @ 3:15 PM EST

If emails/other forms of communication not sent...I'm out of the loop...worst feeling...I missed...#SafeSchoolsChat

edu_epiphanies Dec 4 @ 3:15 PM EST

Yes! When communication is cohesive, a sense of security enters the space. #safeschoolschat

In reply to @inspire0818

mjjohnson1216 Dec 4 @ 3:16 PM EST

A2. I think a few loud voices tend to run the show. Disconnect w/ goals and initiatives. All not on same page. #safeSchoolsChat

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:16 PM EST

#safeschoolschat A2 A lack of consistency, confusion, negativity, a devolving of the community- communication is crucial

In reply to @DavisWelcome

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:16 PM EST

Powerful, Nick! #SafeSchoolsChat

nick_schumacher Dec 4 @ 3:15 PM EST

A1. Communication looks like Ts have access to all of the information that they need AND the freedom to question it! #safeschoolschat

MrBKing1988 Dec 4 @ 3:16 PM EST

Head being accessible, popping into each classroom at start of day 2 answer any qs from ts & be a precense.Doors being open.#SafeSchoolsChat

whiteeducator Dec 4 @ 3:16 PM EST

A2: Worry, confusion, & resentment! It's nerve-wracking for all parties to not know what's going on or where to turn. #safeschoolschat

inspire0818 Dec 4 @ 3:17 PM EST

A2. Some are "out of the loop"...There's a disconnect... #SafeSchoolsChat

vsbradle Dec 4 @ 3:17 PM EST

A2 Frustrated possibly misinformation shared #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:17 PM EST

You got it! #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

thebretthill Dec 4 @ 3:17 PM EST

A2: Disillusionment of staff. Unhappy Ts, then Ss, then Ps. Lots of attrition & ineffective staff, top 2 bottom #SafeSchoolsChat #oklaed

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:14 PM EST

Q2: What are the by-products of a school with no communication? #SafeSchoolsChat

mjjohnson1216 Dec 4 @ 3:17 PM EST

Takes time to create this. Were you able to develop it during the school day? #safeSchoolsChat

JesiCygan Dec 4 @ 3:16 PM EST

We send out a weekly communication to staff & families! It's so important to know exactly what is going on within the school!
In reply to @mjjohnson1216

JKatzaman Dec 4 @ 3:17 PM EST

A2 A school with no communication is dysfunctional. No one knows what's going on, where and why. #SafeSchoolsChat

SPXHamDawg Dec 4 @ 3:17 PM EST

A2 Confusion, mistrust, T against T , Ss stuck in the middle and parents disappointed. Clear communication is vital! #safeschoolschat

nick_schumacher Dec 4 @ 3:17 PM EST

A2. Without strong, accurate, proactive communication..you hav disgruntled faculty and families who are upset by surprises. #safeschoolschat

remiroots Dec 4 @ 3:17 PM EST

Everybody must be accountable for effective communication. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:17 PM EST

Absolutely, Brett! #SafeSchoolsChat

thebretthill Dec 4 @ 3:17 PM EST
A2: Disillusionment of staff. Unhappy Ts, then Ss, then Ps. Lots of attrition & ineffective staff, top 2 bottom #SafeSchoolsChat #oklaed
- DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:14 PM EST
  
  Q2: What are the by-products of a school with no communication? #SafeSchoolsChat

JeremyDBond Dec 4 @ 3:18 PM EST

A2) Silos and cliques. Mistrust. Confusion. Disengagement, from staff to students to parents. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:14 PM EST

Q2: What are the by-products of a school with no communication? #SafeSchoolsChat

inspire0818 Dec 4 @ 3:18 PM EST

A2. School is not a Team...inconsistency #SafeSchoolsChat

edu_taraw Dec 4 @ 3:18 PM EST

A2-no synergy - frustrated teachers/staff without a common vision - conflict between stakeholders - unpleasant environment #safeschoolschat

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:18 PM EST

A2 #safeschoolschat @DavisWelcome Misconceptions occur when an open dialogue is not in place. Leading to frustration, isolation & no morale

In reply to @DavisWelcome

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:18 PM EST

So true! #SafeSchoolsChat

whiteeducator Dec 4 @ 3:16 PM EST

A2: Worry, confusion, & resentment! It's nerve-wracking for all parties to not know what's going on or where to turn. #safeschoolschat

Teach4life96 Dec 4 @ 3:18 PM EST

A2) confusion, inequity, frustration, low expectations, disconnect, isolation #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:14 PM EST

Q2: What are the by-products of a school with no communication? #SafeSchoolsChat

mjjohnson1216 Dec 4 @ 3:18 PM EST

A2. Takes lots of work! #safeschoolschat

inspire0818 Dec 4 @ 3:18 PM EST

A2. Lack of trust #SafeSchoolsChat

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:19 PM EST

#safeschoolschat Agreed. Between Ts, Ps, Ss and administration all need to effectively communicate

In reply to @remiroots

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:19 PM EST

This is very true, Jim! #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Dec 4 @ 3:17 PM EST

A2 A school with no communication is dysfunctional. No one knows what's going on, where and why. #SafeSchoolsChat

edu_epiphanies Dec 4 @ 3:19 PM EST

A2: No communication = no forward movement. When there is no dialogue, there are no shared ideas. #safeschoolschat

inspire0818 Dec 4 @ 3:19 PM EST

A2. Assumptions and Misunderstanding #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:20 PM EST

Exactly, Sarah! #SafeSchoolsChat

Lead2Support Dec 4 @ 3:19 PM EST

A2: Distrust, confusion, apathy, invented truths, missed opportunities, poor relational trust

mjjohnson1216 Dec 4 @ 3:20 PM EST

This graphic shares a comprehensive glance at many different types of communication. #SafeSchoolsChat

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:20 PM EST

A2 #safeschoolschat In a classroom without communication can learning occur? In a school without it can learning take place?

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:20 PM EST

Question 3 coming up .... #SafeSchoolsChat

inspire0818 Dec 4 @ 3:21 PM EST

A2. The school isn't functioning if there isn't effective communication #SafeSchoolsChat

JeremyDBond Dec 4 @ 3:21 PM EST

Why #communication is the single biggest challenge, for anything, anywhere. #SafeSchoolsChat

mjjohnson1216 Dec 4 @ 3:18 PM EST

A2. Takes lots of work! #safeschoolschat

nick_schumacher Dec 4 @ 3:21 PM EST

Spot on Danielle! No communication =no forward movement! #safeschoolschat

edu_epiphanies Dec 4 @ 3:19 PM EST

A2: No communication = no forward movement. When there is no dialogue, there are no shared ideas. #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:21 PM EST

Awesome, Meredith! #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

inspire0818 Dec 4 @ 3:21 PM EST

A2. And Safety could be risked as well #SafeSchoolsChat

mjjohnson1216 Dec 4 @ 3:21 PM EST

Some email communications lack a personal touch and seem like "one more thing to read" - perhaps it lacks purpose? #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:22 PM EST

Q3: What are some creative strategies that you have used to communicate with parents? #SafeSchoolsChat

JeremyDBond Dec 4 @ 3:22 PM EST

absolutely. Poor communication can be quite serious. #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @inspire0818

SafeSchoolChat - Moderator Dec 4 @ 3:23 PM EST

Q3: #safeschoolschat

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:23 PM EST

#SafeSchoolsChat Yes. Safety requires drills & practice. Often communication needs that as well to allow things to run smoothly

In reply to @inspire0818

remiroots Dec 4 @ 3:23 PM EST

Effective communication tools must be choose with all staff members. #SafeSchoolsChat

nick_schumacher Dec 4 @ 3:23 PM EST

Communication is a skill Like any skill it can be learned, honed and practiced...and that takes hard work. #safeschoolschat

In reply to @JeremyDBond

kimmykcollins Dec 4 @ 3:24 PM EST

A3 @twitter, email, group text through remind! #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @twitter

JesiCygan Dec 4 @ 3:24 PM EST

A2: Lack of consistency amongst staff & students, confusion, frustration, & constant questioning seeking clarification. #SafeSchoolsChat

SafeSchoolChat - Moderator Dec 4 @ 3:15 PM EST

Q2: #safeschoolschat

JeremyDBond Dec 4 @ 3:24 PM EST

Yes and yes, but in spite of that lack. We shouldn't rely on students' resilience. #SafeSchoolsChat

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:20 PM EST

A2 #safeschoolschat In a classroom without communication can learning occur? In a school without it can learning take place?

whiteeducator Dec 4 @ 3:24 PM EST

A3: Family communication needs to works for families. Ask how they preferred to be communicated w/what's most convenient. #SafeSchoolsChat

jpfrago Dec 4 @ 3:24 PM EST

Sorry everyone late to the game. Jim from VA #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Dec 4 @ 3:24 PM EST

A3 Individual classes have set up their own Twitter accounts that not only inform parents but give students comm skills. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:24 PM EST

Nice! #SafeSchoolsChat

Lead2Support Dec 4 @ 3:24 PM EST

A3: As a principal, we did weekly email blasts to all families from each grade level team. Highlighted learning topics & classroom news

JeremyDBond Dec 4 @ 3:24 PM EST

Great tool! #k12prchat #SafeSchoolsChat

mjjohnson1216 Dec 4 @ 3:20 PM EST

This graphic shares a comprehensive glance at many different types of communication. #SafeSchoolsChat

inspire0818 Dec 4 @ 3:25 PM EST

A3. I go 1:1...I call or I see a lot of Ps each day due to pick-up...I conference to meet their needs.. #SafeSchoolsChat

thebretthill Dec 4 @ 3:25 PM EST

A3: Send home positive postcards praising Ss & reporting the Ts that praise them. It's a win-win-win!#SafeSchoolsChat #oklaed

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:22 PM EST

Q3: What are some creative strategies that you have used to communicate with parents? #SafeSchoolsChat

Teach4life96 Dec 4 @ 3:25 PM EST

A3) in the car rider line. #SafeSchoolsChat

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:25 PM EST

#safeschoolschat Blogs through @seesaw @audioboom for podcasts and emails but personal notes mailed home and phone calls are my favorite.

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:22 PM EST

Q3: What are some creative strategies that you have used to communicate with parents? #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:25 PM EST

Very nice!!!!! #SafeSchoolsChat

thebretthill Dec 4 @ 3:25 PM EST
A3: Send home positive postcards praising Ss & reporting the Ts that praise them. It's a win-win-win!#SafeSchoolsChat #oklaed
- DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:22 PM EST
  
  Q3: What are some creative strategies that you have used to communicate with parents? #SafeSchoolsChat

JeremyDBond Dec 4 @ 3:25 PM EST

My fave. And still too rare. #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Dec 4 @ 3:24 PM EST

A3 Individual classes have set up their own Twitter accounts that not only inform parents but give students comm skills. #SafeSchoolsChat

nick_schumacher Dec 4 @ 3:25 PM EST

A3. No kidding...we used carrier pigeons once. = miserable failure...but we got some attention from the community. #safeschoolschat

JeremyDBond Dec 4 @ 3:25 PM EST

hi, Jim. #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @jpfrago

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:26 PM EST

Amazing!!! #SafeSchoolsChat

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:25 PM EST
#safeschoolschat Blogs through @seesaw @audioboom for podcasts and emails but personal notes mailed home and phone calls are my favorite.
- DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:22 PM EST
  
  Q3: What are some creative strategies that you have used to communicate with parents? #SafeSchoolsChat

inspire0818 Dec 4 @ 3:26 PM EST

A3. There's a school twitter page and instagram...global connect #SafeSchoolsChat

vsbradle Dec 4 @ 3:26 PM EST

A3 I use several newsletters, handwritten notes, phone calls, SeeSaw, twitter, remind and in person #safeschoolschat

jpfrago Dec 4 @ 3:26 PM EST

A3 Formed a classroom parent's users group with my parents to develop a set of best practices to use with Schoology. #SafeSchoolsChat

mjjohnson1216 Dec 4 @ 3:26 PM EST

A3. Like using https://t.co/ZZSqgSwF1T - took a while to get all email addresses entered into the program but done it was + #SafeSchoolsChat

SPXHamDawg Dec 4 @ 3:26 PM EST

A3 During #CatholicSchoolsWeek, we passed out chocolate bars in the carpool line to let parents know our appreciation #safeschoolschat

nick_schumacher Dec 4 @ 3:26 PM EST

A3.2. We have postcards to send home to Ps. "Good news cards" hand written. Hand stamped. #safeschoolschat

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:27 PM EST

#safeschoolschat Science & STEAM nights, open-houses, coffee chats -meeting with Ps in a less formal setting

In reply to @DavisWelcome

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:27 PM EST

I love this! Ask them! #SafeSchoolsChat

whiteeducator Dec 4 @ 3:24 PM EST

A3: Family communication needs to works for families. Ask how they preferred to be communicated w/what's most convenient. #SafeSchoolsChat

remiroots Dec 4 @ 3:27 PM EST

A3 : as principal I use a google form called "Tell it to the school principal" https://t.co/BualeiEcUz #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Dec 4 @ 3:27 PM EST

Went along on a Career Day presentation for 5th graders this week. Teacher tweeted almost before it started. #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @JeremyDBond

JeremyDBond Dec 4 @ 3:27 PM EST

and I find it's the most important factor for success and the lack of it the source of most problems. #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @nick_schumacher

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:27 PM EST

No worries. Jump right in. #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @jpfrago

ChouinardJahant Dec 4 @ 3:28 PM EST

Awesome idea #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @remiroots

mjjohnson1216 Dec 4 @ 3:28 PM EST

A3. Been interesting to watch schools begin using Twitter or FB/see it evolve over time. Much depends on leadership. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:28 PM EST

Great idea, Jim! #SafeSchoolsChat

In reply to @JKatzaman

edu_taraw Dec 4 @ 3:28 PM EST

A3 - I love all the creative ideas! We have students do much of the communication - phonecalls, handwritten, notes, etc #safeschoolschat

inspire0818 Dec 4 @ 3:28 PM EST

A3. A lot of Family Night/ Celebrations thru year #SafeSchoolsChat

JeremyDBond Dec 4 @ 3:29 PM EST

I'm not crazy about email communications from school. Ok only as a supplement to more effective means. #SafeSchoolsChat @mjjohnson1216

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:29 PM EST

Boom! #SafeSchoolsChat

Teach4life96 Dec 4 @ 3:25 PM EST

A3) in the car rider line. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Dec 4 @ 3:29 PM EST

Thank you for your great participation! #SafeSchoolsChat

edu_epiphanies Dec 4 @ 3:29 PM EST

A3. I've designed a school wide blog for my Ts to use. I also make powerful posts on #socmed to set the tone of our work. #safeschoolschat

HablaAhoraKH Dec 4 @ 3:29 PM EST

1. Emails 2. Phone calls every Friday 3. Hand-written notes 4. Class Instagram 5. Use of "office hours" via skype #safeschoolschat