#CaringClassroom Archive

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Welcome to the #CaringClassroom chat!

participatechat Oct 1 @ 10:00 PM EDT

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brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:01 PM EDT

I'm excited to be guest hosting for Tracy @DolezsarGlarvin tonight. Make sure you use #CaringClassroom in your responses

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Tracy Dolezsar-Glarvin, principal, Saskatchewan, Canada #caringclassroom

In reply to @brucemellesmoen

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Just a reminder #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hi ya Tracy #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Q1: Let's roll with our first question for #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Looking forward to the chat tonight Bruce! #caringclassroom

In reply to @brucemellesmoen

misskaitiesmith Oct 1 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hello! Kaitie Smith, moderate-severe behavior self-contatined Spec. Ed. T. #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hi Kaitie :) #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A1: So they know how best to support you, how you learn best, what motivates you, what your goals are #caringclassroom

In reply to @brucemellesmoen

misskaitiesmith Oct 1 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A1: Important for them to know my pedagogy-what is my goal for my class? It helps them help me in times of struggle. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Welcome Kaitie! #caringclassroom

In reply to @misskaitiesmith

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Absolutely! #caringclassroom

misskaitiesmith Oct 1 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A1: Important for them to know my pedagogy-what is my goal for my class? It helps them help me in times of struggle. #caringclassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:05 PM EDT

So they can get where you are coming from #CaringClassroom

In reply to @misskaitiesmith

seanrussell311 Oct 1 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hi. I'm Sean from Raleigh, NC. I'm the Environmental Connections Integration Specialist for my school. #caringclassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hey Sean! Welcome #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Yes! #caringclassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:05 PM EDT

So they can get where you are coming from #CaringClassroom
In reply to @misskaitiesmith

misskaitiesmith Oct 1 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Exactly. They're more likely to assume good intention w/ someone they truly understand. #CaringClassroom

In reply to @brucemellesmoen

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Happy you could join us Sean! #caringclassroom

In reply to @seanrussell311

MrFergusonMJHS Oct 1 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Shane, Math Teacher, Ohio #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:06 PM EDT

For sure! #caringclassroom

misskaitiesmith Oct 1 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Exactly. They're more likely to assume good intention w/ someone they truly understand. #CaringClassroom
In reply to @brucemellesmoen

ChristinaAronen Oct 1 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Happy to join tonight, Christina, principal of k-8 school w a bonus infant-toddler program and preschool too. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Welcome to the #CaringClassroom chat Shane!

In reply to @MrFergusonMJHS

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Welcome Shane! #CaringClassroom

In reply to @MrFergusonMJHS

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Welcome Christina! #CaringClassroom

In reply to @ChristinaAronen

mcbride_edutech Oct 1 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Hi, Alvina from NC , 5th grade science West Hoke Elem. #caringclassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Hi Christina, what part of the country are you in? #CaringClassroom

In reply to @ChristinaAronen

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Q2: Story time. What has worked in the past? #CaringClassroom

MrFergusonMJHS Oct 1 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Thank you! Glad to be here #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Glad you could join us tonight Alvina! #CaringClassroom

In reply to @mcbride_edutech

MrFergusonMJHS Oct 1 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Thank you! Glad to be here #CaringClassroom

In reply to @brucemellesmoen

ChristinaAronen Oct 1 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: Every T has a different professional gift, knowing what that gift is allows admin to support & capitalize on that. #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Q1: Let's roll with our first question for #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Hello Alvina, hope none of those nasty hurricanes caused you too much grief. #CaringClassroom

In reply to @mcbride_edutech

ChristinaAronen Oct 1 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Hello, San Francisco Bay Area:) #CaringClassroom

In reply to @brucemellesmoen

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:09 PM EDT

So true! Knowing you helps the admin create a stronger school, right? #CaringClassroom

In reply to @ChristinaAronen

ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Hi #CaringClassroom! Rita from Wisconsin here! Happy to see you all!

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A2: asking questions, listening, finding out about their families and interests, doing learning walks, being visible, open #CaringClassroom

In reply to @brucemellesmoen

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Hello Rita! Great to see you tonight #CaringClassroom

In reply to @ritaplatt

ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: It's important for admins to get to know teachers because we are human beings. 'Nuf said. #CaringClassroom.

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Nicely put! #CaringClassroom

ChristinaAronen Oct 1 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A1: Every T has a different professional gift, knowing what that gift is allows admin to support & capitalize on that. #CaringClassroom
- brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:03 PM EDT
  
  Q1: Let's roll with our first question for #CaringClassroom

Erudite_Edu Oct 1 @ 10:11 PM EDT

It is impossible to motivate, supervise and evaluate a person who you don't know professionally well. #caringclassroom

misskaitiesmith Oct 1 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2: Conversations! Being present in their school - stepping out of the office. Attending after school events. #CaringClassroom

ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:11 PM EDT

You too, Bruce and all #caringclassroom tweeps.

In reply to @brucemellesmoen

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Agreed! #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:09 PM EDT

So true! Knowing you helps the admin create a stronger school, right? #CaringClassroom
In reply to @ChristinaAronen

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:11 PM EDT

We are humans working with humans to help teach humans :) #CaringClassroom

In reply to @ritaplatt

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Hi Rita! Glad you could join us again! #CaringClassroom

In reply to @ritaplatt

ChristinaAronen Oct 1 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A2: We meet every morning for 15 min as a staff family, bonding activities off campys, joining staff for impromptu lunch. #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Q2: Story time. What has worked in the past? #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Q3: Even if it's just a little thing, what do you want them to know? #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Yep! #CaringClassroom

Erudite_Edu Oct 1 @ 10:11 PM EDT

It is impossible to motivate, supervise and evaluate a person who you don't know professionally well. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:13 PM EDT

It's all about communication! #CaringClassroom

misskaitiesmith Oct 1 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2: Conversations! Being present in their school - stepping out of the office. Attending after school events. #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Nice! #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:11 PM EDT

We are humans working with humans to help teach humans :) #CaringClassroom
In reply to @ritaplatt

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Sweet! #CaringClassroom

In reply to @ChristinaAronen

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:14 PM EDT

These are awesome ideas! Your staff must be very cohesive! #CaringClassroom

ChristinaAronen Oct 1 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A2: We meet every morning for 15 min as a staff family, bonding activities off campys, joining staff for impromptu lunch. #CaringClassroom
- brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:08 PM EDT
  
  Q2: Story time. What has worked in the past? #CaringClassroom

ChristinaAronen Oct 1 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A3: When I was a T, I wanted my admin to know and support the area of my educational passions. #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Q3: Even if it's just a little thing, what do you want them to know? #CaringClassroom

misskaitiesmith Oct 1 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A3: I am the only person on my campus that does my job. I ❤️ when they try to learn my job, so I have help if I need it. #CaringClassroom

Erudite_Edu Oct 1 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Formal (performance reports, meetings) & informal (coffebreaks, school activities) ways help admins to know their staff #caringclassroom

NedaGWilson Oct 1 @ 10:16 PM EDT

#CaringClassroom A2: By being real: authentic conversations, showing vulnerability - asking questions and listening carefully.

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Q2: Story time. What has worked in the past? #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Learning your job would help know the challenges you might face. #CaringClassroom

misskaitiesmith Oct 1 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A3: I am the only person on my campus that does my job. I ❤️ when they try to learn my job, so I have help if I need it. #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:16 PM EDT

They get to know them as a person and a professional #CaringClassroom

In reply to @Erudite_Edu

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Well hello Neda! #CaringClassroom

In reply to @NedaGWilson

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Yes, there are a lot of opportunities! #CaringClassroom

Erudite_Edu Oct 1 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Formal (performance reports, meetings) & informal (coffebreaks, school activities) ways help admins to know their staff #caringclassroom

ChristinaAronen Oct 1 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Yes, they are. Most staff have been there over 10 years, but we ❤ newbies 2. #CaringClassroom

In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin

misskaitiesmith Oct 1 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Indeed - very hard to give useful & meaningful feedback when you have no earthly idea what I do. 😂 #CaringClassroom.

In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Q4: It's not about pointing fingers, it's about reflecting to make a better tomorrow. #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Hi Neda! Happy to see you here tonight! #CaringClassroom

In reply to @NedaGWilson

ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: Getting to know people starts with being nice to people. A smile and asking about someone's day goes a long way! #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Yes, we have to be genuine! So important! #CaringClassroom

NedaGWilson Oct 1 @ 10:16 PM EDT
#CaringClassroom A2: By being real: authentic conversations, showing vulnerability - asking questions and listening carefully.
- brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:08 PM EDT
  
  Q2: Story time. What has worked in the past? #CaringClassroom

mcbride_edutech Oct 1 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: Observation and professional feedback to help build students. #CaringClassroom

misskaitiesmith Oct 1 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A4: Being the boss is hard. Lot's of plates to balance & keep full. It's hard to add more to their already full load. #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:19 PM EDT

It's pretty simple isn't it. It's how we get to know our students and build that trust #CaringClassroom

In reply to @ritaplatt

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:19 PM EDT

For sure! #CaringClassroom

ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: Getting to know people starts with being nice to people. A smile and asking about someone's day goes a long way! #CaringClassroom

ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A3: That I truly LOVE to improve my craft. That I thrive on staying positive. That feedback is welcome. #caringclassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:19 PM EDT

true....but is it important? #CaringClassroom

In reply to @misskaitiesmith

ChristinaAronen Oct 1 @ 10:20 PM EDT

As a current admin, I try to do that for my staff. All have something to add, which only improves us. Change can be good. #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Yes it can! #CaringClassroom

ChristinaAronen Oct 1 @ 10:20 PM EDT

As a current admin, I try to do that for my staff. All have something to add, which only improves us. Change can be good. #CaringClassroom

misskaitiesmith Oct 1 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Difficult to bring yourself to say, "These are my needs as an educator, & they're not being met." #CaringClassroom

In reply to @brucemellesmoen

ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Creating a Culture of Joy. I wrote this for @middleweb w/ teachers in mind. It goes for too. https://t.co/qwby3UWr09 #caringclassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Very hard to do. But is it what's best for the Ss? #CaringClassroom

In reply to @misskaitiesmith

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Yes, that's that vulnerability piece. How can we communicate this to our admin in a way that will get a positive reaction? #CaringClassroom

misskaitiesmith Oct 1 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Difficult to bring yourself to say, "These are my needs as an educator, & they're not being met." #CaringClassroom
In reply to @brucemellesmoen

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Q5: This is about what you do now. #CaringClassroom

jiffypopp20800 Oct 1 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A1:Who I am professionally guides what Ts & Ss see & guides every decision I make. Alignment of goals is important to me #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Fake it til you make it. We've all been there! #CaringClassroom

In reply to @ritaplatt, @middleweb

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Love this Rita! #CaringClassroom

ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Creating a Culture of Joy. I wrote this for @middleweb w/ teachers in mind. It goes for too. https://t.co/qwby3UWr09 #caringclassroom

ChristinaAronen Oct 1 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A4: Find a way to show them. Try a new lesson approach that incorporates your passion & invite admin in to ck it out. #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Q4: It's not about pointing fingers, it's about reflecting to make a better tomorrow. #CaringClassroom

ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:24 PM EDT

#caringclassroom

ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A4: I am lucky, at @scfschools the admin is WONDERFUL. They do know. @kraybr @MarkBurandt @JeffBenoy

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Hello Ann! #CaringClassroom

In reply to @jiffypopp20800

ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A5: I here is no room for ego in teaching & learning. Same goes for "worrying about showing off." Stop worrying about it! #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:26 PM EDT

I read this book called Crucial Conversations. Worth a read! It helps with those types of situations. #CaringClassroom

misskaitiesmith Oct 1 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Yes! Very difficult to do. Esp. when there is history of dismissal of ideas/feelings. How can we revamp relationships? #txeduchat
In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin

misskaitiesmith Oct 1 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Going on my Amazon list! #CaringClassroom

In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin

ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A5: There is no room for ego in teaching & learning. Same goes for "worrying about showing off." Stop worrying about it! #caringclassroom

ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Great book! #caringclassroom

In reply to @misskaitiesmith, @DolezsarGlarvin

jiffypopp20800 Oct 1 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A5:No need to show off if you're living who you are daily. Also admin engaged in their building know what is going on #CaringClassroom

ChristinaAronen Oct 1 @ 10:27 PM EDT

I love this! Check out @thinkkindness . Brian Williams did an assembly 4 us that changed student body attitude this year! #CaringClassroom

In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin, @thinkkindness

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:27 PM EDT

That's awesome! Makes coming to work each day so much more enjoyable! #CaringClassroom

ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:24 PM EDT
#caringclassroom
- ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:24 PM EDT
  
  A4: I am lucky, at @scfschools the admin is WONDERFUL. They do know. @kraybr @MarkBurandt @JeffBenoy

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Agreed! #CaringClassroom

ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A5: I here is no room for ego in teaching & learning. Same goes for "worrying about showing off." Stop worrying about it! #caringclassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Keep the conversation going by using the hashtag #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:28 PM EDT

I will. #CaringClassroom

In reply to @ChristinaAronen, @thinkkindness

ritaplatt Oct 1 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Thanks everyone! Have a wonderful Monday! #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:28 PM EDT

"Living who you are daily" - Love these words Ann! #CaringClassroom

jiffypopp20800 Oct 1 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A5:No need to show off if you're living who you are daily. Also admin engaged in their building know what is going on #CaringClassroom

ChristinaAronen Oct 1 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@brucemellesmoen Thanks for hosting, great chat! #CaringClassroom

In reply to @brucemellesmoen, @brucemellesmoen

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Thank you for hosting Bruce! Great conversation everyone! Truly enjoyable! #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Keep the conversation going by using the hashtag #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:30 PM EDT

Thanks Christina. Have fun with the seabears tomorrow #CaringClassroom

In reply to @ChristinaAronen

mcbride_edutech Oct 1 @ 10:30 PM EDT

A4: I'd rather have my admin discern who I am by my actions because I don't verbally express my inspiration just ❤2 teach #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:31 PM EDT

Well put! #CaringClassroom

mcbride_edutech Oct 1 @ 10:30 PM EDT

A4: I'd rather have my admin discern who I am by my actions because I don't verbally express my inspiration just ❤2 teach #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Oct 1 @ 10:32 PM EDT

You too Ann! #CaringClassroom

In reply to @jiffypopp20800

mcbride_edutech Oct 1 @ 10:33 PM EDT

A5: Actions display your character and desire to serve students #CaringClassroom

brucemellesmoen Oct 1 @ 10:34 PM EDT

Hopefully your admin takes the time to see these and engage in learning conversations with you. #CaringClassroom

In reply to @mcbride_edutech