Humidity here is a bit less than it was. We started July in a moderate drought. Before the month was finished we were surplus if we didn't get another drop for the rest of the year. Do you also name your mosquitoes, or is that just us? #EngageChat
A1 Courage means the demonstrated ability to stand in the face of fear and obstacles - to stand based on principles, morals, and convictions to do what you know to be the right thing #engagechat
A1: Courage is magic. It's being brave despite your fears; it's taking that leap of faith even though you're kind of scared, cautious, apprehensive. #engagechat
A1 - Hi all! What I’m about to do tonight. Release my 2nd book in just over 2 years after being told writing wasn’t my strong suit in high school 👌🏻 #engagechat
A1 Courage means the demonstrated ability to stand in the face of fear and obstacles - to stand based on principles, morals, and convictions to do what you know to be the right thing #engagechat
A1: Courage is overcoming fear so one can do what is right & who as a school leader has not faced this when dealing with the myriad of issues one must address #engagechat
A1: Courage is taking a risk. Living outside of your comfort zone. Doing things that you know may be different from status quo but you know it’s best for kids!! #EngageChat
A1: standing up for those who need it. Giving a voice to those who lack a voice. Knowing that fair isn't always equal. Courage is not fear to fail if it's in the best interest of kids.
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A1 To me courage is no matter what, facing fears or taking on challenges and adversity no matter what being strong and persevering through giving it your all #EngageChat
A1 Winston Churchill once said, “Success is not final, failure is not fatal; it is the courage to continue that counts.” We must believe in each other, believe in our Ss, and empower everyone around us to have the courage to make a difference! #EngageChat
A1~ability to demonstrate braveness, wherewithal in situations/settings that can be unsettling & challenging & the ability to demonstrate resolve & resilience in such for the betterment of all involved
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Fear, depression, anxiety, frustration- these all find there way into our lives. Courage is talking about them, facing them and never letting them conquer you. Bravery leads you to try, courage keeps you on the path-it is the voice, whispering “you got this, believe in yourself “
A1 Winston Churchill once said, “Success is not final, failure is not fatal; it is the courage to continue that counts.” We must believe in each other, believe in our Ss, and empower everyone around us to have the courage to make a difference! #EngageChat
A1 #engagechat Courage is empowerment- the breeze that fans the flame of doubt. It is the deep seeded drive that keeps us focused in times of risk taking and growth.
A1: Courage can be the ability to take action on something you believe will make things better for your students, your colleagues, your school, your community; even if it might come at some cost to you. #engagechat#ElonEd#ElonMEd
A1: standing up for those who need it. Giving a voice to those who lack a voice. Knowing that fair isn't always equal. Courage is not fear to fail if it's in the best interest of kids.
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A1. Courage is doing what needs to be done even when you are afraid. All are fearful at some point in life. The greats feel fear and move forward anyway. #engagechat
A1: Courage means that standing in the face of the nay-sayers, the "we've always done it this way-ers," and "we're going to fail say-ers," and proclaiming, "we can and we will." #engagechat
A1. Courage is doing what needs to be done even when you are afraid. All are fearful at some point in life. The greats feel fear and move forward anyway. #engagechat
A2: Fear is the obstacle to overcome. It is what keeps you "in your lane" and limits your ability to change your mindset. Giving in to fear limits your growth (preventing you from being your best) #EngageChat
A1: Courage means that standing in the face of the nay-sayers, the "we've always done it this way-ers," and "we're going to fail say-ers," and proclaiming, "we can and we will." #engagechat
A2 Sometimes we fear the unknown, so we hesitate- but the unknown might lead us to something great, or even be the best thing we’ve ever experienced! #EngageChat
A2 Fear limits our actions and requires us to stay small. Fear requires us to hide our unique strengths and show ourselves authentically to others. #EngageChat
Fear is what keeps us from going good to great. We get comfortable with results we have and when people bring change it instills fear bc it’s the unknown that we fear the most #EngageChat
A1. Courage is seeing failure as a pitstop. You fail, embrace it, get back up and still move forward anyway. What you need to do is bigger than what you are afraid off. #engagechat
A2: fear allows doubt, apprehension, negativity and a judgemental attitude that prevents us from growing, being our best, and giving our most.
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A2 Sometimes we fear the unknown, so we hesitate- but the unknown might lead us to something great, or even be the best thing we’ve ever experienced! #EngageChat
A2 Fear often acts as an agent of incapacitation. It causes us to question what we know to be true, who we are, and our ability to create a positive impact #engagechat
A2: Fear can cripple growth, relationships, and happiness. Replacing fear with gumption takes work. Speaking life into the atmosphere will change how you view and approach obstacles. #engagechat
A2: fear allows doubt, apprehension, negativity and a judgemental attitude that prevents us from growing, being our best, and giving our most.
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A1. Courage is doing what needs to be done even when you are afraid. All are fearful at some point in life. The greats feel fear and move forward anyway. #engagechat
A2 Fear has a nasty way of creeping us to keep you from moving forward. Sometimes, when I procrastinate I step back and think if it is really fear in disguise. #EngageChat
A2 It's hard to do well when you constantly have to look back over your shoulder, worry about what's around the next corner or might pop up behind a bush. #EngageChat
Fear is what keeps us from going good to great. We get comfortable with results we have and when people bring change it instills fear bc it’s the unknown that we fear the most #EngageChat
A2: For me, my biggest fear is worrying about what others think of me, of what kind of teacher they see me as. This can be exhausting/overwhelming, and only causes me to lose sight of what’s important— loving on, investing in, and guiding my students. #engagechat#ElonEd#ElonMEd
A1: I had so many students who showed courage just by making it to school despite the many obstacles they faced! They had the courage and perseverance to keep going!#engagechat
A2 I think fear causes us to act in self-preservation. We fear what might be rather than striving for what could be. We don't grow from listening to fear.
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#engagechat Fear is a deafening, a blinding that removes hope, even if it for just a second. It halts your movement. It paints a dread that makes you feel heavy, sludgy, sleepy- you forget your purpose. Fear can be minor or debilitating but we can overcome it, if we recognize it
They say the greatest thing we can fear is fear itself. Some people also say that the greatest enemy that we can have is ourselves. This has to stop now. We must motivate ourselves to have the courage to face our fears. No one else can do this. #engagechat#educators#teenager
A1: I love the song, "Fear is a liar." Fear can tell us all sorts of lies and can get in the way of doing what we do best, from thriving. It's a strong voice that tries to weaken us. It's the worst but we can choose NOT to believe it. #engagechat
A2~fear, if allowed, holds us back, let’s self doubt clutter our ❤️s& minds&hinders us from being the best we can be ...fear can rob us of our future if we are enablers...
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A2: For me, my biggest fear is worrying about what others think of me, of what kind of teacher they see me as. This can be exhausting/overwhelming, and only causes me to lose sight of what’s important— loving on, investing in, and guiding my students. #engagechat#ElonEd#ElonMEd
A2. Love the song-Fear is a Liar. If you allow fear to speak into your life it will tell you you’re not good enough, failure will lead to shame and judgement, the risk is too big. All lies. Don’t let fear tell you lies that will hold you back! #engagechat
A2: For me, my biggest fear is worrying about what others think of me, of what kind of teacher they see me as. This can be exhausting/overwhelming, and only causes me to lose sight of what’s important— loving on, investing in, and guiding my students. #engagechat#ElonEd#ElonMEd
A2 #engagechat Fear can be helpful- our instinct can lead us away from bad situations. But it can prevent us from taking risks & growing too. We have to have an exit strategy because it will find us eventually
A2- For me, fear does not usually exist in isolation. It's a byproduct of stress, insecurity or an unsupportive environment. If I'm fearful of taking a risk, it's a cue to step back and reframe what else is going on in my life. #engagechat
A2: Fear can be paralyzing. If you're afraid you won't be successful at something, fear may keep you from even trying. After all, if you don't try, you can't fail. #engagechat
A2: Fear prevents us from taking chances. Specifically the fear of failure. We stay stagnant and do what we've always done bc it's comfortable and easy. #EngageChat
We need to accept our fears, this is how we find the courage to overcome them. Identify them and truly understandthem then we have the tools to shut them down. #engagechat
A2- For me, fear does not usually exist in isolation. It's a byproduct of stress, insecurity or an unsupportive environment. If I'm fearful of taking a risk, it's a cue to step back and reframe what else is going on in my life. #engagechat
A2 Fear is a self-protective emotion that challenges our resolve to persevere with our objectives. Sometimes it’s wise to listen to the fear; sometimes you must push ahead despite it! #engagechat#fear#courage#ednav
Agree. The forgetting your purpose piece is detrimental. As leaders, we are not only charged with reflecting on our purpose and gaining strength from it, we must remind our teams of their purpose to help each other achieve collective goals @ChouinardJahant#engagechat
A2. Fear prevents possibilities from happening. It is by trying we learn and grow from. Fear limit us discovering what we might be good at. I tell my ss “just try and talk to me later” #EngageChat
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A2: Fear prevents us from taking chances. Specifically the fear of failure. We stay stagnant and do what we've always done bc it's comfortable and easy. #EngageChat
I was late, so I’m checking in now! Good evening #EngageChat! I’m Jess — 7th grade writing and 10th grade ELAR in Texas.
My main goal this school year is to encourage students to write in their writer’s notebooks more and share their writing with the world!
Recalled a teacher who feared reprisals from colleagues bc she desired to eat lunch with her students. Even at the risk of rejection she showed courage to do what she felt was right #engagechat
A2: When fear takes over and prevents you from reaching your goals or doing your job. When fear of failure stops you in your tracks then fear has won. Sometimes you have to talk yourself out of that mindset! #EngageChat
A2. If you allow fear to dictate your decisions, you will not be willing to take positive chances. When those opportunities come, you’ll miss them b/c your eyes will be focused on what can go wrong. #engagechat
Fear is a deterrent that puts the stopper on life. We need to push it aside. I actually did that after my car accident. I willed my mind to stop thinking about the accident and the aftermath so that I could conquer the fear. #EngageChat
I heard a great quote in my Character Strong PD today “We need to be reminded more than we need to be taught” #engagechat if we remind ourselves of our strengths we can work through most of our fears
A1: I had so many students who showed courage just by making it to school despite the many obstacles they faced! They had the courage and perseverance to keep going!#engagechat
A3: Embracing courage will enable me to take appropriate risks, to take initiative and act — in short, to be a decision-maker & a responsibility-taker. #engagechat
A1 #engagechat Doing something you KNOW is right for children, KNOWING you will face resistance/criticism for doing it, because it’s “not the way we’ve always done things!”
A3 You can embrace courage when you authentically know your strengths and live them in a healthy, productive way. In doing so you know when to embrace complimentary partners or allow others to take the lead #engagechat
A3: Embrace new challenges, try new things, accept failure as part of life, know that you may have failed at one or more things, but your not a failure #EngageChat
A2:Being afraid of what people think and trying to make everyone happy is impossible, but knowing that the decisions you make, even fearful ones, are made with fidelity and heart are what matter most. #engagechat
#engagechat Surround yourself with positivity and like-minded people who are honest & genuine with you. Seek feedback and mindfulness. I gain courage in writing my blog and sharing my ideas in chats. But most importantly talking to my team and family and building a core community
A3: Embrace your fears, take those risks, try something new. Do that one thing that has been simmering in the back of your head. I tell my kids, the worst thing that can happen is that it does not work, and if it doesn't then at least you know. #EngageChat
A3: confidence in what im doing, really believing in myself. I also remind myself that worse things could happen if it doesn’t work out, I can survive it! #engagechat
A4: As a person with a mental illness, I am intentional about my happiness, which includes facing obstacles with courage and fighting to live healthy & happy. I try to surround myself with people & things that give me the boost I need to achieve, therapy, & hobbies. #engagechat
A1: Courage is about doing the hard things. Sometimes it's doing truly extraordinary things when faced with unimaginable circumstances and sometimes its just getting out of bed.
Courage is personal and each of us has our own battles that require courage to overcome. #EngageChat
A3: As supt, I did what I could to safeguard my integrity and
demonstrate character by exercising the moral courage to do the right thing even when it cost more than I wanted to pay. #engagechat
A2: Fear can hold you back & keep you in a comfortable & safe place. It can prevent you from reaching new heights & growth as an individual, as a leader, etc. #EngageChat
A3 When we are thrivng in wellbeing we live our life in a healthy, productive way and are emboldened to be courageous. Reflecting on all 5 elements of wellbeing as a regular practice is critical #engagechat
A3: It has been a struggle at times for me to overcome speaking to a group. I have made it through by taking small steps. Courage doesn’t have to be jumping in to the deep end all at once! Take your time!#engagechat
A2 #engagechat Fear makes most people anxious and prevents many from making attempts! My FAVORITE song, FEAR IS A LIAR, is a MUST listen by Zach Williams! Pretty much sums it up!
A3. Being present helps me feel like I have more control. Fear/neg emotions are there and normal, but I don’t have to give them life or let them be larger than me. I wave at them, but I don’t invite them in. (This is also the talk I give my Ss before big state tests!) #EngageChat
A3 Embracing a spirit of courage requires actively facing situations that may dampen courage. When we face these experiences and follow through to end result, we build courage momentum to face the next obstacle with greater determination #engagechat
A3: It has been a struggle at times for me to overcome speaking to a group. I have made it through by taking small steps. Courage doesn’t have to be jumping in to the deep end all at once! Take your time!#engagechat
A4: I don’t look at failure as a setback. I try to find a lesson in everything even things that don’t turn out the way I’d like. I turn my upsets into resets. I try again. If it doesn’t work the it isn’t meant to be. #engagechat
A3: embrace a fearless attitude. We ask our kids to be risk takers so why cant teachers and administrators? Fear ain't going to get you anywhere.
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A3: To embrace a spirit of courage in my life, I must be okay with stepping outside of my comfort zone. For one, understanding that failure is apart of the learning process. #engagechat
A3: I think, first, take a deep breath. And then, try to address each situation with small, positive, constructive action steps, keeping in mind who we do this for. #engagechat#ElonEd#ElonMed
A3: Surround yourself with people who encourage you. Set goals for yourself. And extend grace to yourself when you’re trying something new. No one has ever expected you to be to perfect. #engagechat
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Purposeful attempts to deal with it when fear rests it’s ugly head ..
Surround yourself w/people who can support you as you face these fears ~ ones who challenge you to work thru them with resolve & determination
Choose an anti fear mantra that you can say 100x
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A3 School leaders who lead through a strengths and wellbeing lens and create a safe place to be vulnerable create the conditions for courage to be present #engagechat
A3. That’s an excellent question. I tend to connect online and in person with positive people who are trying ways to support teaching, their teachers and parents. I find Positive people courageous. #EngageChat
A3: On a Twitter Chat May 23, I said that if I weren't so afraid, I would retire from public school and launch my encore career. That next morning, I turned in my paperwork and switched directions.
Now I'm consulting & mentoring and so SO ready to grow! #engagechat
A3:I think you first need to surround yourself with successful courageous people.Educate yourself, learn as much as you can about leadership.Last but definitely not least, have faith in a higher power.I ask for patience and courage daily. #EngageChat
A3 Embracing a spirit of courage requires actively facing situations that may dampen courage. When we face these experiences and follow through to end result, we build courage momentum to face the next obstacle with greater determination #engagechat
Q3: I think you have to remove self doubt, let go of the stigma that you have to fit in a box, and take the perspective that every gain and every loss in life teaches us something. The risks will always be worth the rewards in the end #engagechat
A3. In order to embrace a spirit of courage, you need to 1st understand fear is normal. You don’t need to be fearless, you just need to be able to stay focused in the midst of fear and still make decisions that will allow u to move forward. #engagechat
A3: If your colleagues lift you up, it's easier to face your fears and say "yes" to something that scares you (I am terrified of presenting to adults, but said "yes" to do a PD break-out session & started off telling my fellow teachers how terrified I was.) #engagechat
A3 Wonderful comment, Melissa. If we stay in the #positivity zone we can move just a bit beyond to reach our edge and bypass the fear factor. #EngageChat
Just catching up...Patricia, Dean, Windsor CT. A1: to me courage is doing the hard things, pushing through fear & doubt to go after what you want or need, asking for help, stepping out of one's comfort zone, being vulnerable, getting back up #engagechat
A3. For me, living courageously is staying grounded in my core values, and acting accordingly, daring to question assumptions and commonly held beliefs, and adopting that growth mindset #engagechat
A3: Surround yourself with people who encourage you. Set goals for yourself. And extend grace to yourself when you’re trying something new. No one has ever expected you to be to perfect. #engagechat
Love it! Courage Momentum...listen principals...don't be breaking my courage momentum with your no...no...no...BS! Keep it going with some yes's!
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A3 It’s easier to embrace courage if you have 1. Conviction in your actions, 2. Good support networks and 3. Things in your life that you LOVE to do. Strong foundations will steel your resolve and brace you in life’s battles. #engagechat#courage#leadership#ednav
A3 #EngageChat Lean into discomfort and rely on your PLN/Peers to help guide you downs paths you may not have yet taken! We can learn a great deal from each other!
A2 fear, or really the fear of fear (since fear is an illusion) is paralyzing. The idea of fear clouds judgments and can lead to poor choices #engagechat
A2: Fear prevents us from taking chances. Specifically the fear of failure. We stay stagnant and do what we've always done bc it's comfortable and easy. #EngageChat
A3 It’s easier to embrace courage if you have 1. Conviction in your actions, 2. Good support networks and 3. Things in your life that you LOVE to do. Strong foundations will steel your resolve and brace you in life’s battles. #engagechat#courage#leadership#ednav
A4: The corageous leader listens to his/her team; is not afraid of letting others shine; steps back or up depending on what's needed #elevatingteachers#LeadLAP#EngageChat
Courage is a product of environment. It is not an internal deal. The environment we find ourselves in either gives courage or promotes fear. So the way to cultivate it is to expand your associations with those who will lift you up with encouragement. #engagechat
A3. For me, living courageously is staying grounded in my core values, and acting accordingly, daring to question assumptions and commonly held beliefs, and adopting that growth mindset #engagechat
A3: Follow @TaraMartinEDU’s “cannonball” advice & jump on in with a splash so big that others want to get in with us. Keep company with people who support me but also challenge me in positive ways. #EngageChat
A4 The courageous leader is intentional about a departure from the status quo. He collaborates with the team to engage in purposeful innovation designed to increase leadership capacity of all team members. This leader helps team members eliminate their fears #engagechat
A4: The corageous leader listens to his/her team; is not afraid of letting others shine; steps back or up depending on what's needed #elevatingteachers#LeadLAP#EngageChat
A4: Willingness to think outside the box, ability to go against "that's the way it's always been done," Letting things get messy for the greater goal, one who will stand behind their teachers. #engagechat
A4 A courageous leader is not focused on roles and titles of self and others but rather the strengths of individuals and the right fit for the job. It’s easy to hide behind titles. #EngageChat
A4. I have been able to network with other courageous individuals who have helped me say my views and perspectives. I like to explore and try and grow from there #EngageChat
A4 a courageous leader is one who is willing to cede control to their people when appropriate. They are willing to lead from the front. Know, show, and go the way. One who will admit when in the wrong and give praise when warranted. One who empowers their people. #engagechat
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Experienced
Models leadership built on action that support risk taking & continuous learning
Honest, trustworthy & will support you no matter what
Appreciates people who aren’t afraid to fail forward
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A4 A courageous leader is not focused on roles and titles of self and others but rather the strengths of individuals and the right fit for the job. It’s easy to hide behind titles. #EngageChat
A4:Great listener, communicator, not afraid of change, they embrace it, data and people driven, not afraid to step up and face the music, Inspirational, etc. #engagechat
#engagechat A courageous leader tells the truth- even if they know it will cause waves. They have what’s best for their community at heart-they have a common vision and will do what is needed to stay purposeful and growth oriented. They listen, adapt and believe in the community
A4: I found that courageous school leaders possess an invisible aura that radiates confidence, a deep concern for others while challenging everyone around them to achieve #engagechat
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Models stepping outside comfort zone;
Supports others in their efforts to take healthy risks;
Provides opportunities for others to take healthy risks;
Provides options to help when a risk doesn't work, but doesn't "fix" things FOR you.
A4: A courageous leader stands up for what is right even when decisions may affect them politically or personally. A courageous leader stands up for those who can’t!🙏🏻#engagechat
A3 It’s easier to embrace courage if you have 1. Conviction in your actions, 2. Good support networks and 3. Things in your life that you LOVE to do. Strong foundations will steel your resolve and brace you in life’s battles. #engagechat#courage#leadership#ednav
A3: positive self talk, a "just do it" attitude, saying yes to things that scare me and model this for my students in order to help them embrace courage in their lives) #engagechat
A4 A courageous leader’s main focus is to create the conditions for a thrivng school or district. That requires leaders to focus on the people and how they are experiencing their life in and outside the workplace. A leader who can be vulnerable. #EngageChat
#engagechat A courageous leader tells the truth- even if they know it will cause waves. They have what’s best for their community at heart-they have a common vision and will do what is needed to stay purposeful and growth oriented. They listen, adapt and believe in the community
A courageous leader must first begin by knowing himself/herself. Then, build relationships w those we lead. Empathy is critical. Depending on the situation, a leader must also challenge ideas that do not fit the mission and vision of the organization. #EngageChat
A4: I found that courageous school leaders possess an invisible aura that radiates confidence, a deep concern for others while challenging everyone around them to achieve #engagechat
A1 courage is being willing to show up, even when doubt, fear and sense of inadequacy are present. Courage is doing the right thing always despite the consequences. Embracing the process regardless of potential results. In short #vulnerability#engagechat
A4 #EngageChat A courageous leader hires what he/she considers to be the BEST and gets out of his/her way to watch him/her shine! If guidance is needed, an appropriate, courageous conversation occurs to “asjuat the sails!”
A4: I think a courageous leader is one who lets go of the strings. If your a truly great leader then you should be confident in those under you to spread their wings and take the reigns bc you’ve modeled shared your knowledge to them along the way. #EngageChat
A4. Someone who not only faces challenges head-on, but also stays mindful of the perspective and fears of others.Responding to he actions of others with the understanding that there may be more behind their choices than what is verbalized to build trust and support #EngageChat
A4: I think a courageous leader is one who lets go of the strings. If your a truly great leader then you should be confident in those under you to spread their wings and take the reigns bc you’ve modeled shared your knowledge to them along the way. #EngageChat
A4 #engagechat The most important attribute of a courageous leader is intentional listening and even with dissenting opinions-they steer the ship toward shore even when the waves are choppy and the crew is restless
A4. Someone who not only faces challenges head-on, but also stays mindful of the perspective and fears of others.Responding to he actions of others with the understanding that there may be more behind their choices than what is verbalized to build trust and support #EngageChat
A4: Foward thinker, willing to blaze new trails as opposed to staying in the status quo zone, encourages others to take risks & supports them along the way, understands his/her purpose & stays in line w/purpose & moral compass despite challenges/roadblocks/adversity...#EngageChat
A4: Courageous leaders know when to talk and when to listen. They manage conflict effectively, and consistently demonstrate integrity in the face of adversity. #engagechat
A4: Foward thinker, willing to blaze new trails as opposed to staying in the status quo zone, encourages others to take risks & supports them along the way, understands his/her purpose & stays in line w/purpose & moral compass despite challenges/roadblocks/adversity...#EngageChat
A4: A courageous leader stands up for what is right even when decisions may affect them politically or personally. A courageous leader stands up for those who can’t!🙏🏻#engagechat
A3. That’s an excellent question. I tend to connect online and in person with positive people who are trying ways to support teaching, their teachers and parents. I find Positive people courageous. #EngageChat
A4 ~ Just a few that came to mind: Inclusive, Transparent, Innovative, Willing to Admit Fault & Learn From it. “Only Difference Between a Hero & a Coward are the ACTIONS they Both Take.” #engagechat
A4~ ... a courageous leader is silently right there w/you with a reassuring, supportive nod, pat on the back or smile when the going gets rough, but knows you can handle situation & let’s you do so ... #engagechat
A5: As supt, having to respond negatively to the city mayor when told I had to hire his niece as a 2nd grade Teacher. A price I had to pay to do the right thing. #engagechat
A5: Venturing into SBG, Mastery learning, and #thegridmethod with 100% commitment, but without others in my PLC because I know it's what's best for students. #engagechat
A5 I would say my recent move to be the principal at MVES. I uprooted my life and moved 300 miles south to take on this new adventure. Probably not the most courageous moment of my life but definitely up there #EngageChat
Recently I had to confront & speak out against mistreatment of high school basketball players at the place I was coaching. I had to confront district administration and give a voice for the players who felt voiceless. I had to be willing to take the brunt of backlash #engagechat
A5. I give professional development sessions to other educators, every time I’m in front of a audience I feel courageous to deliver my session. #EngageChat
#engagechat Facing my fear of public speaking- stepping into the Education program- teaching a lesson to teachers and staying the course. Now 16 years later... thankful everyday that I did.
A4 Courageous leaders are willing to be humble & compassionate. They accept responsibility for making improvements when something didn’t go as planned. #EngageChat
A2- Fear can cripple you. I truly think facing them head on is one of the best ways to manage fear. Now, that being said, I’m embarrassing when it comes to my fear of heights:) #engagechat
#engagechat Facing my fear of public speaking- stepping into the Education program- teaching a lesson to teachers and staying the course. Now 16 years later... thankful everyday that I did.
A5: Coming to the realization that I have a mental illness and refusing to let it kill me. I no longer allow the stigma to keep me silent. I take action. I speak up and out. I help others find their voice within the struggle. #engagechat#smashthesilence#endthestigma
A5 My most courageous moment was deciding to leave a 16 year position I loved to partner with school leaders throughout the country to create thriving wellbeing schools leading to lives well lived for adults and students. #EngageChat
#engagechat A5. I think one time was when someone I trust had a conversation with me that was a little hard to hear. I think courage on that person's part to tell me and on my part to improve/change a behavior
A4 Courageous leaders are willing to be humble & compassionate. They accept responsibility for making improvements when something didn’t go as planned. #EngageChat
A5:Starting and finishing grad school while having a family, starting a new job, and building a new house.Felt like quitting but I’m happy I didn’t. #engagechat
A3~ Chase the Challenge. Find the Stuff that Makes Your Heart Race & Get After It. One Example is Taking Cold Showers. At First it is Very Uncomfortable & Cold but Over Time You Become Comfortable with the Cold; Normalizing the Uncomfortable. #engagechat
A5) Hitting enter to publish my blog about my path as a special needs mother. With extreme vulnerability I shared my intimate moments of pain, strength, and fear in the hopes that parents will gain strength and teachers will gain empathy.
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A5:Starting and finishing grad school while having a family, starting a new job, and building a new house.Felt like quitting but I’m happy I didn’t. #engagechat
A5: After 7 years in the classroom and struggling with the decision to move up/on, I applied for my current position and into my 2nd year. It’s new, exciting, and fun. I find joy in not only helping students, but teachers as well. #engagechat
A5: Sooooo many, big & small! My most recent courageous moments involved diving into new things (#BookSnaps, #EduSnaps, online PD via #HiveSummit) & then putting myself out there by posting my reflections/#sketchnotes for the world to see! 😱 HUGE risks for me!
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A5 personally, kayaking through "spider tunnles"#arachnaphobe in the Everglades. Professionally, having the courageous conversations with those that had more power than I did. #engagechat
A5) Hitting enter to publish my blog about my path as a special needs mother. With extreme vulnerability I shared my intimate moments of pain, strength, and fear in the hopes that parents will gain strength and teachers will gain empathy.
#engagechat
A5 My most courageous moment in my career has been changing jobs from a principal to a director. Every challenge I have ever faced has prepared me for my new role! #engagechat
A5: the moment you decide to go into education. We dont do it for the pay, law makers who have never spent a day in the classroom, and kids who come from varying situations. But in the end we show up for our kids so that we can make a difference in their lives.
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A4 #engagechat A leader leads; they don’t worry about how their right actions will be judged because they know they are he right actions; When they make the wrong decision they then own it too.
A4: A courageous leader must first listen and acknowledge that one individual may not have all of the answers. It also means setting aside ones own “ideas” and think about what is best for others. Also, a leader must take care of themselves! No one is superhuman! #engagechat
A3- My plan is usually to face my fears... I try to encourage my children and students to do the same, with knowledge that I’m there to support if they need it. Many people just need a cheering section.
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A5 My most courageous moment in my career has been changing jobs from a principal to a director. Every challenge I have ever faced has prepared me for my new role! #engagechat
