#mdeschat Archive
A weekly chat focusing primarily on educational issues relevant to Elementary School educators based in Maryland.
Thursday November 10, 2016
8:00 PM EST
MrsMurat
Nov 10 @ 8:00 PM EST
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:00 PM EST
Welcome to
#mdeschat
! Tonight we're discussing
#kidsdeserveit
, please introduce yourself. Where are you from? What do you do?
awelcome
Nov 10 @ 8:00 PM EST
Hey all - Adam from California, Dir of Innovation/Tech +
#KidsDeserveIt
co-author!
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:01 PM EST
great to have you here, Adam!
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In reply to @awelcome
DeniseFaidley
Nov 10 @ 8:02 PM EST
Happy Thursday! I'm Denise, Assistant Principal
@GlendaleESAACPS
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In reply to @GlendaleESAACPS
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:03 PM EST
welcome back!
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In reply to @DeniseFaidley
WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:03 PM EST
Good evening! Walt, principal at Cristo Rey Jesuit in Baltimore.
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:04 PM EST
good to see you, Walt!
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In reply to @WalterReap
massignmenthelp
Nov 10 @ 8:05 PM EST
Internet of things
https://t.co/Ad7HFWOiHD
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#MEMSPAchat
#mschat
#TNedchat
#yalove
#IRAchat
#EduReal
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:05 PM EST
Tonight's questions are drawn from "Kids Deserve It!" (Chapters 1-10) by
@TechNinjaTodd
&
@awelcome
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In reply to @TechNinjaTodd, @awelcome
WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:05 PM EST
Hey Chris! Hope all is well!
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In reply to @principal64
missreed
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:06 PM EST
#KidsDeserveIt
so join
#MDESchat
now!
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 7:00 PM EST
Join
#mdeschat
in one hour, 8PM ET as we discuss
#kidsdeserveit
, come share & expand your PLN!
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:06 PM EST
Question 1 coming soon!
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:07 PM EST
Q1. "Will you take the leap?" What would happen if we dedicated time each day to explore new ideas with our students? (Chapter 1)
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:08 PM EST
Hey Rian!
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In reply to @missreed
awelcome
Nov 10 @ 8:09 PM EST
A1- When you connect w/kids you see they ALL have awesome inside - go get after it!
#KidsDeserveIt
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AssignmentHelpN
Nov 10 @ 8:10 PM EST
5 Major EdTech Highlights From Apple Keynote 2016
https://t.co/ebnuncuH7N
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#MEMSPAchat
#mschat
#TNedchat
#IRAchat
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:10 PM EST
A1. Creativity would flourish, children would grow exponentially & our world would be better off
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DeniseFaidley
Nov 10 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1 igniting students and engaging learners. The sky is the limit.
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missreed
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1: We did this today! Our discussion was student led from the topic to the format.
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:07 PM EST
Q1. "Will you take the leap?" What would happen if we dedicated time each day to explore new ideas with our students? (Chapter 1)
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:12 PM EST
A1: Exploring new ideas encourages curiosity, inquiry, and engaged in the learning process. Challenges them to synthesize info.
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:13 PM EST
Question 2 is up next!
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:14 PM EST
Q2. "Education can be like living on an island." How can we encourage more educators to connect outside their 4 walls? (Chapter 2)
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awelcome
Nov 10 @ 8:16 PM EST
A2 -
@twitter
@voxer
have changed my career, connect w/others - GET OFF YOU ISLAND!
#kidsdeserveit
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In reply to @twitter, @voxer
DeniseFaidley
Nov 10 @ 8:17 PM EST
A2 sharing at Collaborative Planning, peer visits, learning walks, PD lead by staff highlighting best practices, gallery walks...
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:17 PM EST
A2. Tell a colleague how being connected has made you a better educator; model, encourage, demonstrate
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missreed
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:18 PM EST
A2: It's okay for teachers to build relationships in social settings so they build trust for feedback on student growth
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PegMischler
Nov 10 @ 8:19 PM EST
A1: Model, have trainings and show them what's in it for them. Make them curious!
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:20 PM EST
thanks for joining us!
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In reply to @PegMischler
WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:20 PM EST
A2: Share how being connected pushes the learning for all, deepens content/pedagogy and enhances the sharing of strategies!
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:20 PM EST
Question 3 will be on its way soon!
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awelcome
Nov 10 @ 8:21 PM EST
Hey
#mdeschat
gotta roll, my kids need me for dinner and baths!
#kidsdeserveit
missreed
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2: Establish traditions to build community! Retreats paid for from a business! :)
#YouAreSpecial
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DeniseFaidley
Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST
A2 contin'. It's great when schools can collaborate within a cluster around a common goal/topic. Expand your network of support
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST
thanks for stopping in!
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In reply to @awelcome
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST
Q3. When is the last time you stepped outside your comfort zone? How did it turn out? (Chapter 3)
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keithallshouse
Nov 10 @ 8:25 PM EST
A2. Twitter, conferences, Dev master schedule w/ common planning times. T walk throughsArrange for 1/2 day subs to cover classes!
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:14 PM EST
Q2. "Education can be like living on an island." How can we encourage more educators to connect outside their 4 walls? (Chapter 2)
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missreed
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:25 PM EST
A3: Ms. Barrett went to a wedding all in a language she did not know untranslated! She had a ball despite the barrier!
@CCMSpgcps
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In reply to @CCMSpgcps
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:26 PM EST
good to see you here Keith!
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In reply to @keithallshouse
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:26 PM EST
A3. Got my motorcycle license over a year ago. Turned out great, it's a nice escape!
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:27 PM EST
A2: Recurring and complex issues require collaborative sharing of what works while focusing on student work samples.
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:28 PM EST
Question 4 is coming soon!
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DeniseFaidley
Nov 10 @ 8:28 PM EST
A3 as a new AP, many days feel outside of my comfort zoneπ Build on strengths, learn from mistakes & contin' high expectations
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PegMischler
Nov 10 @ 8:28 PM EST
Recently joining twitter chats wondering if I would ever have anything to add. I found out that I do and it's encouraging
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:29 PM EST
so true, it gets better (by year 3) π
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In reply to @DeniseFaidley
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:30 PM EST
great point, social media can build your confidence while expanding your knowledge
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In reply to @PegMischler
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:31 PM EST
Q4. "We have to view every child as a seed waiting to bloom." How do we build deeper relationships with students? (Chapter 4)
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keithallshouse
Nov 10 @ 8:32 PM EST
A3. Try each day Today I joined various classroom and encore teachers to do purposeful walk throughs.
#GreatDay
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#1323theplacetobe
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST
Q3. When is the last time you stepped outside your comfort zone? How did it turn out? (Chapter 3)
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:32 PM EST
A3: Outside of 1s comfort parallels zone of proximal development, risks/trust in not knowing; I think K-12 and focus on growing!
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:33 PM EST
A4. Take a genuine interest, learn about them, include students in decision-making
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DeniseFaidley
Nov 10 @ 8:33 PM EST
A4 listen, genuine π, start each day fresh, learn things are important to them, laugh with them, greet daily, see their POV
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missreed
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:35 PM EST
A4: Respond to them and show that you want them to be successful in achieving their own dreams
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PegMischler
Nov 10 @ 8:35 PM EST
A4: Find out their interests and follow up with events they've mentioned to you. Show them you think of them outside of school.
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:35 PM EST
A3: Talking about the election results with high school Ss was definitely out of my comfort zone.
#EmotionsHigh
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PegMischler
Nov 10 @ 8:36 PM EST
A4: Display their strengths. Make them role models.
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:37 PM EST
I wouldn't know where to begin
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In reply to @WalterReap
keithallshouse
Nov 10 @ 8:37 PM EST
A4. I'm in classes every day w my admin team; rdg with Sts, lunchbunch talk to them between classes, acceptance is unconditional.
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:31 PM EST
Q4. "We have to view every child as a seed waiting to bloom." How do we build deeper relationships with students? (Chapter 4)
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lsench2
Nov 10 @ 8:37 PM EST
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just joining.Laura, Maryland. A3 I'm learning to play clarinet and actually got the first part of "Don't stop Believin' down.
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:38 PM EST
hey, Laura!
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In reply to @lsench2
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:38 PM EST
Question 5 is coming up!
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:38 PM EST
A4: In order to consider the experience of the learner a relationship of trust has to be nurtured by being authentic.
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#eyelevel
EduGladiators
Nov 10 @ 8:40 PM EST
Don't miss
#EduGladiators
chat Sat w/
@MattMurrie
leveraging "What If?" to Encourage Curiosity!
#mdeschat
#langchat
#memspachat
#G2Great
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q5. "Be a leader worth following." Regardless of roles, how do we grow more leaders in schools? (Chapter 6)
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:40 PM EST
A4: Listen when Ss talk and engage them in peer to peer talk rather than teacher to peer.
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lsench2
Nov 10 @ 8:40 PM EST
A4
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talking to them. Having fun/smiling with them. Let them know you are someone, too. Some of my students are teaching me clarinet
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:42 PM EST
A5. Distributed & shared leadership; valuing the unique skills of each staff member; helping them find their voice
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missreed
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:42 PM EST
Everyone has a gift!
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q5. "Be a leader worth following." Regardless of roles, how do we grow more leaders in schools? (Chapter 6)
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DeniseFaidley
Nov 10 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5 recognize strengths, invite them to lead a committee, lead a PD, distributive decision making...
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PegMischler
Nov 10 @ 8:43 PM EST
Q5: Same as we would with children. Find their strengths, let them know they are valued and could help others. Praising produces!
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:44 PM EST
A5: Give Ss a "lane 2 lead". Talk w/ Ss/Ts/Ps about what the school needs to grow; challenge them to be a part of the experience.
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:45 PM EST
great point and it models what we need teachers to do in their classrooms
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In reply to @PegMischler
lsench2
Nov 10 @ 8:45 PM EST
#mdeschat
A5 I think it takes encouragement.When you know you have the support&encouragement, you feel capable of taking leads.
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:46 PM EST
Question 6 coming soon!
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:48 PM EST
Q6. "Doubt can sometimes lurk around us, it's hard to shake loose." How do you fight the feeling of doubt? (Chapter 9)
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missreed
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:50 PM EST
A6: Support person who knows you and wants the best for your own growth!
#MDESchat
Someone who gives specific positive feedback too!
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:48 PM EST
Q6. "Doubt can sometimes lurk around us, it's hard to shake loose." How do you fight the feeling of doubt? (Chapter 9)
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DeniseFaidley
Nov 10 @ 8:50 PM EST
A6 make informed decisions, use research, gain input & buy in/shared decision making
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:50 PM EST
A6. Find trustworthy colleagues who can be reliable sounding boards who'll give honest feedback & encouragement
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appedtoeducate
Nov 10 @ 8:52 PM EST
A6: The enemy of doubt is reflection. By looking at our process we can celebrate our success and make effective plans to improve.
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:53 PM EST
A6. Self doubt is a quality of all good teachers; they're never satisfied, always reflecting on what they can do better
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missreed
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:53 PM EST
Welcome to the chat
@appedtoeducate
! She is a great support person at my school! :)
#MDESchat
In reply to @appedtoeducate
appedtoeducate
Nov 10 @ 8:52 PM EST
A6: The enemy of doubt is reflection. By looking at our process we can celebrate our success and make effective plans to improve.
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:53 PM EST
thanks for joining in!
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In reply to @appedtoeducate
WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:54 PM EST
A5: Control the narrative by celebrating the hard work and progress, not losing sight of the mission and vision; the climate.
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PegMischler
Nov 10 @ 8:54 PM EST
Q6: I spend time with those that are positive and encouraging. Avoid those that may cause you more doubt.
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:55 PM EST
Question 7, our final for tonight is coming up and it's for "homework"
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mrterborg
Nov 10 @ 8:55 PM EST
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Mike - EL LMS Just stopping by to say hi. Think I missed most of the chat.
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:55 PM EST
excellent advice!
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In reply to @PegMischler
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:56 PM EST
Q7. "My grandmother taught me the importance of having someone to cheer us on." Who will you cheer on tomorrow? (Chapter 10)
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principal64
- Moderator
Nov 10 @ 8:58 PM EST
A7. The awesome, hardworking, and dedicated teachers and staff at my school
#luckyprincipal
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mrterborg
Nov 10 @ 8:59 PM EST
Please involve your library media specialist and others. We have valuable information to share.
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In reply to @DeniseFaidley
mrterborg
Nov 10 @ 8:59 PM EST
Wiser words never tweeted.
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In reply to @PegMischler