#MASSPchat Archive
Chats will be moderated by MASSP staff, members of the MASSP Board of Directors and MASSP Members – we will also have special guest moderators on occasion.
Monday January 11, 2016
Hello all! Welcome to . I'm Wendy Zdeb, MASSP Ex Director & your moderator. Let's start w/intros + bonus: tide or tigers?
Kaarin Averill tweeting for Oakland University School of Ed. Nice to be back at . Picking Alabama
Doug Leisenring - Superintendent of Delta-Schoolcraft ISD up in da UP ehh - My head says Tide but my heart says Tigers
Hi Kaarin- Great to have you with us again. I am with you, I think the Tide will roll tonight. https://t.co/qghMTYtQtG
Kaarin Averill tweeting for Oakland University School of Ed. Nice to be back at . Picking Alabama
todd simmons P- W MS/HS Clemson
Nick Gregory, aspiring admin., just checking in and looking in ... Time to learn
Good evening Chris Ming here, AP/AD at Marine City High No opinion for the game, still heartbroken
Good Evening! Jenni Thunberg, AP, Bay City Central
Hello Todd- First MASSP Board member to check in tonight! Good luck to the Tigers. https://t.co/Als9s5i341
todd simmons P- W MS/HS Clemson
Hi Chris- Nothing wrong with a loyal Spartan! Glad to have you with us tonight. https://t.co/XNdBaynkOp
Good evening Chris Ming here, AP/AD at Marine City High No opinion for the game, still heartbroken
Steve Poole, principal, Jefferson MS, Midland. Go Clemson.
I hear you on the heartbreak.
Hello Jenni! That's 2 for the MASSP Board. Thanks for being here. ...Clemson or Bama for you? https://t.co/ItJxiSpL0a
Good Evening! Jenni Thunberg, AP, Bay City Central
Hello Everyone. Tammy Jackson, East Jordan Principal checking in from the polar north! Brrr!
Colin Ripmaster from if my team can't be there, then the team that beat them should
I just can't get into this game!
Scott Pfeiffer, MS/HS Principal at Countryside Academy in Benton Harbor. Anybody but Alabama.
Me too! I was (still am) a Spartan before my Ed.S at OU
Still haven't read or listened to any of the game recaps, couldn't bring myself to hear anything negative
Ryan Cayce, Principal of HS. No skin in the big game
Greetings Madame President! Thoughts on Bama v Clemson? https://t.co/AyQJt6cMx1
Hello Everyone. Tammy Jackson, East Jordan Principal checking in from the polar north! Brrr!
described me perfectly there BS from MSU, MA from CMU, EdS from OU
Tom Berriman ,Principal, Byron Center Charter Go
Lol! Nice Scott! Thanks for checking in with us tonight. https://t.co/L55amLmXMh
Scott Pfeiffer, MS/HS Principal at Countryside Academy in Benton Harbor. Anybody but Alabama.
roll tide or the tide gets rolled? Hoping for a good game!
That's good logic right there! Great to have you with us Colin. https://t.co/EGq59g6xiM
Colin Ripmaster from if my team can't be there, then the team that beat them should
I sure hope one of the teams win!
Hello Tom- Welcome! Nice to have you with us tonight. Go Tigers for you! https://t.co/1XrUA4BGwi
Tom Berriman ,Principal, Byron Center Charter Go
Hi Ryan- Always good to have you represent the thumb! https://t.co/hl5KRkYGZz
Ryan Cayce, Principal of HS. No skin in the big game
Tough loss versus TCSF. I saw it on Sportscenter!
Ok everyone it is the usual Q1: and you respond A1: with your answer inserted here...its in the cue.
As always I encourage you to interact and respond to each other not just to the prompt, makes for great chatter!
Hello! AP from Memphis, TN for where is our great leader!
Q1: Time is a common problem. How have you found more time to be in the classroom? To meet w/Ts face to face & to offer feedback?
Good evening! Steve Carlson, Principal of Sandusky Jr/Sr High School.
Marci Augenstein AP at Walled Lake Northern HS. Still sad about the Spartans! Sorry I'm late!
Hello ! So glad to see you. Bama or Clemson for you tonight my friend? https://t.co/x42bWDlFkC
Hello! AP from Memphis, TN for where is our great leader!
A1: I would find time by having set times to meet with parents. Set appointments for these times: don't just let them walk in
Good dedication Steve- How did the scrimmage go? https://t.co/dspqCqjeno
Good evening! Steve Carlson, Principal of Sandusky Jr/Sr High School.
A1 Rely on my assistant to be 100% in charge of my schedule, with a shared understanding of what % of time I need in buildings
Hello Girlfriend, great to see you join us! https://t.co/PHP2P8EhDY
Marci Augenstein AP at Walled Lake Northern HS. Still sad about the Spartans! Sorry I'm late!
A1: daily routine/process is to be in the classrooms and to see what I can do for our educators
A1: can't find time - have to make it! My AP and I have an ongoing competition to see who can do more class visits!
Rob Pouch, elementary principal at Linden Schools....go tigers & rocking two kids to sleep!
A1. I had to schedule it. Sometimes I went in to co-teach or do book talks.
A1: a comment as T - this Q will be the best one to try and answer in practice. Can't stress this enough as T in HS w 1200 Ss
A1: I don't know that there is "more" time, but I do believe it's more of a priority and therefore I think I'm in classrooms more
A1: I am delegating more. Have always had trouble doing that and now realize the importance of trusting others work.
Jeff Dykhouse, AP at Byron Center HS. If it can't be Sparty, can the other teams tie 0-0?
A1: I used a classroom walk through form to gather data for SIT. I rely on others to handle minor issues to free me up.
A1Schedule time and stick to the schedule!
A1: by making it a bigger priority...scheduling more observations as opposed to fitting in when I can https://t.co/zwAdecVyVx
Q1: Time is a common problem. How have you found more time to be in the classroom? To meet w/Ts face to face & to offer feedback?
A1: agree with have to make time. Put it on the schedule and place a high value on it. Can't be sidetracked
A1 Watching the principals who went through 5D+ training, it seems like the ones in the classroom scheduled it and stuck with it
Competition is always good! Also keeps you honest. https://t.co/OX49C3wDRq
A1: can't find time - have to make it! My AP and I have an ongoing competition to see who can do more class visits!
A1 need to prioritize T&L; avoid being casual w/time. I used to schedule time in classrooms in July/Aug for expire yr.
A1: we have 2 APs so we try to share discipline/IEPs/etc. so that we can feel comfortable to be out of the office and in rooms
A1: Do we want teachers to deviate from educating our students? Don't deviate from helping your staff grow!!
Habit is good! Starting your day and being visible in classrooms though out is a great practice. https://t.co/cgGe595q6Y
A1: daily routine/process is to be in the classrooms and to see what I can do for our educators
A1: Plan class visits Sunday evenings for the week ahead. I may not make them all, but it is good to be intentional.
I like the % idea Dr. Webber...always good to know where you are investing your time. https://t.co/sEECwlocOZ
A1 Rely on my assistant to be 100% in charge of my schedule, with a shared understanding of what % of time I need in buildings
Important to explain that being in classrooms during school hours is the priority. Ps can respect that. https://t.co/WKi4Zf0U69
A1: I would find time by having set times to meet with parents. Set appointments for these times: don't just let them walk in
A1 improve teaching and learning is first priority, make time for 2-3 observations daily, work system with secretary.
hello everyone sorry I'm late, Andy Kowalczyk check from Bay City Central high school
Thanks for connecting with us Rob! Nice to rock your babies. https://t.co/w1IbWT2lyr
Rob Pouch, elementary principal at Linden Schools....go tigers & rocking two kids to sleep!
this is true! My 1st yr of 5D I didn't fully grasp need to prioritize the observations. Figured I'd "find time".
A1: I schedule the time right into my Google calendar to ensure it's blocked off for classroom time
A1 knowing there are shorter visits In classrooms makes it less daunting to get started.
Good point. Model, model, model
BAM! I always found pre-scheduling to be key- also track/map what rooms I need to get into next. https://t.co/YZ5NshRayU
A1: Plan class visits Sunday evenings for the week ahead. I may not make them all, but it is good to be intentional.
BAM! Good point. Model what you want to see, right? https://t.co/yp6Uat9VxL
A1: Do we want teachers to deviate from educating our students? Don't deviate from helping your staff grow!!
. "Freely chosen, discipline is absolute freedom" - Serino
BAM! Collaborating and making sure there is coverage is a great idea. https://t.co/drEw4Ec167
A1: we have 2 APs so we try to share discipline/IEPs/etc. so that we can feel comfortable to be out of the office and in rooms
is tough to deal with after the big Packers win?
BAM! I would agree with that Sir! (side bar, wow for the Pack yesterday!) https://t.co/mBKbbBBCY3
A1 Watching the principals who went through 5D+ training, it seems like the ones in the classroom scheduled it and stuck with it
BAM! Intentionality is critical. https://t.co/WkFOdxkaGt
A1: by making it a bigger priority...scheduling more observations as opposed to fitting in when I can https://t.co/zwAdecVyVx
Q1: Time is a common problem. How have you found more time to be in the classroom? To meet w/Ts face to face & to offer feedback?
Very deep thought there but a good one! Thank you Jedi Master. https://t.co/1FcPjkbKPU
. "Freely chosen, discipline is absolute freedom" - Serino
How do you balance the athletic responsibilities? That is a big time pull for me
**********Q2 Coming your way....Not too late to join in! If you're lurking just check in so we know you're there.
(side bar continued) That was the best 3 quarters the Pack has played in a few months. We are hopeful the Pack is Back! :)
Q2: Are there specific time mgt things you’ve done? An app that helped? Something you’ve stopped doing to gain time for others?
A1: I think one of the advantages of 5D is that the observations are not scheduled. Easier to fit fifteen minutes into schedule.
never...I am a classy Packer fan.
A2: I feel that Voxer can save time and give a voice to feedback that an e-mail can't. I know many admin use it w/ Ts
Dan Remenap, Principal, Allendale HS! "Lurking"!
I found myself doing a lot of the emails/paperwork stuff when I was at school for events in the evening.
A2: pretty simple - a daily To Do list and Google Calendar with reminders. Having an awesome AP helps too!
A2: Have less formal building meetings with office staff. Many more small, informal meetings that are more productive.
A2 Google Cal. Sec/admin team could see/schedule everything; Ts could see busy/free and set up appts (i.e., IEPs, PCs, etc)
A2: little technique... I clean my desk and organize my "priority folder" before going home each night start next day right
Great idea Todd. Never considered Voxer for the purpose of observation feedback but I like that idea. https://t.co/OsynmQ4xDg
A2: I feel that Voxer can save time and give a voice to feedback that an e-mail can't. I know many admin use it w/ Ts
A2: I think making a commitment & scheduling time-being purposeful has been very helpful-don't know that there's an app for that
setting the time on my calendar, even if i don't know which T i will see, helps keep me accountable https://t.co/WLCZ6HRDJ3
A1: I think one of the advantages of 5D is that the observations are not scheduled. Easier to fit fifteen minutes into schedule.
A2 Set appointments with parents, automatic email replies, don't sit in office/be visible, face to face convos with ppl.
A2. I like to use Evernote to keep track of Notes from all meetings.
BAM! But simple really is good. Just scheduling & having the reminders set is key. https://t.co/8xdQfBPUiG
A2: pretty simple - a daily To Do list and Google Calendar with reminders. Having an awesome AP helps too!
Amen! Great AP! And Google share everything. https://t.co/9GwiomwV9V
A2: pretty simple - a daily To Do list and Google Calendar with reminders. Having an awesome AP helps too!
. I just started...tell me more please
Got it from He uses Voxer for walk thru feedback with staff
A1: Work in progress with this one. Ts stop me in the hall, cafeteria, etc. Balance is important..hovering is not a goal.
Good idea...do things that you can do outside the school day, outside the school day! https://t.co/spNLw82qoo
I found myself doing a lot of the emails/paperwork stuff when I was at school for events in the evening.
A2. Can't do everything ALL the time. Need some downtime to be most productive the rest of the time!
Side note...am I the only one who feels guilty typing during the anthem?
A2: I have a priority folder, daily task list, and I'm not sure how I'd live w/o my calendar. Love my admin assistants
Of course does that (aka Digital Principal of the Year!). https://t.co/bxItLgEGDT
Got it from He uses Voxer for walk thru feedback with staff
Tickled! No judgment! Neither! A little sports challenged over here! I have to do better! https://t.co/eaYcEu4qks
Hello ! So glad to see you. Bama or Clemson for you tonight my friend? https://t.co/x42bWDlFkC
Hello! AP from Memphis, TN for where is our great leader!
A2. A 1hr investment in this time management inspirational YouTube has saved me hours daily, every day. https://t.co/E6j7Zqw1GU
I agree. My days start better if I return calls and organize my priorities before I leave night before https://t.co/qvv1W0MmLN
A2: little technique... I clean my desk and organize my "priority folder" before going home each night start next day right
BAM! Good choice. I like that too! Learned from the best ! https://t.co/nl0dkwrBVe
A2. I like to use Evernote to keep track of Notes from all meetings.
typing with my left hand. :-) https://t.co/rnolqCdvpM
Side note...am I the only one who feels guilty typing during the anthem?
Just jumping in. is a game changer for meeting notes. Big time saver. I love as a task list.
A2 I also like to read shifting the monkey and what great principles do differently before I leave for the day.
also makes start of the day less frantic, sets the tone for the next day
. TY - has introduced me to Voxer:)
A2 I prefer to get to school early to open up the building and get myself ready to have a great day
Thanks! I have my moments. Also use to generate a form.
You are lucky to have Brad working with you guys, He has tons of knowledge
BAM! I do something similar- clean desk w/steno pad "to-do" list front & center for the next day. https://t.co/pjnHooMI6l
A2: little technique... I clean my desk and organize my "priority folder" before going home each night start next day right
BAM! That's my organizer! https://t.co/o7oMKoZv2o
A2 Google Cal. Sec/admin team could see/schedule everything; Ts could see busy/free and set up appts (i.e., IEPs, PCs, etc)
my to-do list is a complicated system of highlights and check marks...love those checkmarks
BAM! Early start is key to morning success, no doubt about that. Welcome to Jeff. https://t.co/pKO9M6IA7A
A2 I prefer to get to school early to open up the building and get myself ready to have a great day
yes, we call them "standing meetings," not allowed to sit!
A2. I spend a solid hour before school begins each morning prioritizing and planning my day.
Good thought for https://t.co/FItBarhhIa
A2 I also like to read shifting the monkey and what great principles do differently before I leave for the day.
need to learn more about Voxer. Just started PLC with colleagues multi-disciplinary. Can Voxer help?
It could allow for a great on going conversation YES!!
Me too! I like to cross stuff off.
A2: I have three calendars. It's hilarious. I have tried living without them. Not a good idea! https://t.co/4ybzI7lrAj
Q2: Are there specific time mgt things you’ve done? An app that helped? Something you’ve stopped doing to gain time for others?
used voxer for walk thrus last year. I like it!
So true. Experts from call that "renewal." It is critical for team and personal growth.
*****Q3: Is about to appear! Gear up. Feel free to join late. We still like you.
One eye on the TV, the other eye on
A2: I have to admit that I still use a paper planner so I can write lists and see my whole week in front of me.
A2: using Gdrive and calendar reminders, I can run almost anything I need to do from phone. Fill in time gaps w task completion
A2. I was sick for 5 wks once. you find out you are NOT indispensible and what's REALLY important!!!
Q3: With the changes in curriculum, the move to SAT, and building programs there is initiative fatigue. How do you combat this?
Leaders need to delegate anything anyone else can do because there are so many things that only they can do.
Popping in really late on tonight! Kelley ELA and Leadership T from Rochester
So true! https://t.co/Sg4aYsYvqj
A2. I was sick for 5 wks once. you find out you are NOT indispensible and what's REALLY important!!!
Agreed, finally shutting down from work... watching two shows and at the same time.
A3: Focus on WHY we are in schools: THE STUDENTS...
I ❤️ checklists. Learned from The whole middle class loves them! https://t.co/XsHpJ4Ukum
my to-do list is a complicated system of highlights and check marks...love those checkmarks
TRUTH! https://t.co/tm7r8RnHbQ
Leaders need to delegate anything anyone else can do because there are so many things that only they can do.
I get that! I can't seem to give up my steno pad or my daily notes book. https://t.co/4O2oHaIErD
A2: I have to admit that I still use a paper planner so I can write lists and see my whole week in front of me.
A2: Another great book on time management is Daily Disciples of Leadership by Doug Reeves
A3: big challenge! Support and follow up for the ts. Be the ear and servant leader when needed
Hello Kelley! Always welcome Falcons at any time. https://t.co/tlvE9Nmeg2
Popping in really late on tonight! Kelley ELA and Leadership T from Rochester
Love using my phone. Google Drive, calendar, upload to my blog, Skywars, , used - all today
A3 prioritize by what students need first. Most bang for buck and celebrate successes. Model a positive attitude.
A3: W/initiative fatigue it's important to keep a pulse on staff morale,climate,culture,& in the midst of it all, lead & inspire!
A3: We got rid of initiatives and agree to simple professional commitments in our building
Hi Mike- Thanks for chiming in. https://t.co/6tdgczFo07
Love using my phone. Google Drive, calendar, upload to my blog, Skywars, , used - all today
A3: I try to help keep big pic in mind...shift from ACT to SAT didn't change what makes a good teacher. https://t.co/B0vjYbBqN3
Q3: With the changes in curriculum, the move to SAT, and building programs there is initiative fatigue. How do you combat this?
A3. All those will take care of themselves with best practice so focus on that
A3: I'm trying to be very purposeful with who I ask to take on projects. Spreading the opportunities to participate.
So critical...listening & offering service. Can't go wrong when you do these things. https://t.co/iXVS3KQIiQ
A3: big challenge! Support and follow up for the ts. Be the ear and servant leader when needed
can be a challenge, especially w an experienced staff that has see the cycle a few times
A3: the only way is to rely on your team. We have an outstanding team at BC. Let them lead the way and you guide and support!
A3: By staying positive and offering support as needed! Students come first. We have to remain focused! Slip in some fun too!😊
I make sure that every stakeholder has a stake in every initiative. Build a team effort and find ways to show the need.
Putting this in perspective is the job of a good leader! Nice! https://t.co/LFIOZ9e1CF
A3: I try to help keep big pic in mind...shift from ACT to SAT didn't change what makes a good teacher. https://t.co/B0vjYbBqN3
Q3: With the changes in curriculum, the move to SAT, and building programs there is initiative fatigue. How do you combat this?
I like that concept, re-frames things. https://t.co/xiElH0Wgn3
A3: We got rid of initiatives and agree to simple professional commitments in our building
A3: few things worse than initiatives backed by admin Leaders whose hearts/goals we do not know... Let Ts in on WHY pls
One of my focus areas is to get in some listening walks weekly, paying attention to how people are managing stress.
All good stuff: 1)kids first 2) Do what will pay off the most 1st 3) Celebrate. https://t.co/yvCDP0Bf6B
A3 prioritize by what students need first. Most bang for buck and celebrate successes. Model a positive attitude.
Team effort! Absolutely! https://t.co/a27SPIXJaU
I make sure that every stakeholder has a stake in every initiative. Build a team effort and find ways to show the need.
BAM! Involvement & collaboration = buy in (rather than compliance). Great point. https://t.co/Ayb2WDqUfP
I make sure that every stakeholder has a stake in every initiative. Build a team effort and find ways to show the need.
My dad says take word "stress" out of vocabulary, replace with challenge. Everyone loves a challenge! https://t.co/0jTsKp8McE
Q3: With the changes in curriculum, the move to SAT, and building programs there is initiative fatigue. How do you combat this?
BAM! Just what you'd want to see in the classroom as well! https://t.co/7j6LIn3iIL
A3: the only way is to rely on your team. We have an outstanding team at BC. Let them lead the way and you guide and support!
Stress in education... Never.... Great idea to listen to staff concerns
A3 celebrate success, create teacher ownership, embed it into the daily climate, reflect on all initiatives.
Being that positive person is so important & you're right so is fun! https://t.co/vQ86Lt0K9Y
A3: By staying positive and offering support as needed! Students come first. We have to remain focused! Slip in some fun too!😊
A3. Lots of initiatives have overlap. Focus on the overlap to decrease stress
********Q4 Coming your way in two shakes....
Right on. This is a long, cold stretch. Have to be willing to listen/support all the time, particularly important now.
Q4: It is important to protect teachers from disruptions and loss of instructional time. Any creative ideas on how to do this?
So right.... I use the F word everyday!
How does that impact staff development planning?
A wise man once said when the principal sneezes, the whole school catches a cold! Right https://t.co/5A0HvHP2pV
A3 prioritize by what students need first. Most bang for buck and celebrate successes. Model a positive attitude.
A4: Be there for teachers, help narrow their focus to be just on instructions.... Simplify lives
A4: Can't always do, but whenever possible I try to call ss down in the first 5 or last 5 min of class only
A3: Critical to celebrate success and any small wins that you have to inspire persistence on the work
A4 No PA use during class time, keep minutiae away from teachers, avoid unnecessary committees, support Ts classroom discipline
A4 I set aside a time each week for "meetings". All meetings with students are scheduled during this time. No more disruptions
A4:remember what it was like to be a teacher. Keep them focused. Allow them place a priority on teaching and not on other issues.
Great advice for helping teachers focus on teaching! https://t.co/V6Dq1RJp3w
A4: Be there for teachers, help narrow their focus to be just on instructions.... Simplify lives
A4: schedule events around their schedule, not mine. They're on the front line, I'm there to support and supply.
I would go to the Ts door to talk to students rather than losing time waiting for them to come to me. https://t.co/oo7HDwUu7J
A4: Can't always do, but whenever possible I try to call ss down in the first 5 or last 5 min of class only
Great idea https://t.co/JWEebn3uyx
A4 I set aside a time each week for "meetings". All meetings with students are scheduled during this time. No more disruptions
A4: Good planning &time management helps.Everything can't fit in the calendar!Let some stuff go! https://t.co/DM8yO3mOtk
Q4: It is important to protect teachers from disruptions and loss of instructional time. Any creative ideas on how to do this?
Interesting! Good idea o-wise-one! https://t.co/BwDaTetNyt
A4 I set aside a time each week for "meetings". All meetings with students are scheduled during this time. No more disruptions
Love that idea (A1). Been struggling lately to get in classes. Will challenge an admin colleague to friendly competition!
A4: Announcements exact time each day - short, no parents in classrooms w/o appointment, try limit pulling students
A4: send out a weekly email with all details and a calendar for the week. Little ones clog up mailboxes.
that's an interesting idea, might try that. Not sure how much time I lose w small school like ours though
A4: try to combine interruptions. If we need to meet with a couple diff groups, schedule together.
A4. Know what's going on in their personal and prof lives. Knowing someone cares goes a long way to help
So important! Always remembering what annoyed you as a teacher and not repeating it. https://t.co/ph2lQVi789
A4:remember what it was like to be a teacher. Keep them focused. Allow them place a priority on teaching and not on other issues.
A4: Listen to staff concerns: HEAR what they say and respond honestly .... makes staff feel valued
All good reminders! https://t.co/rVXsJM2B64
A4 No PA use during class time, keep minutiae away from teachers, avoid unnecessary committees, support Ts classroom discipline
A4. Know what's going on in T's personal and professional lives. Knowing someone cares helps reduce stress. Show empathy
BAM! It always comes back to relationships doesn't it? https://t.co/PpTriTVlvE
A4. Know what's going on in their personal and prof lives. Knowing someone cares goes a long way to help
A4: Regarding scheduling the M-Step, tried to minimize disruptions of block classes. Had many last year. T's helped this year.
A4 instead of calling students to office, go to classroom to see if calling student out will disrupt classroom activity.
Yes on that PA! Yes! https://t.co/VutRDTrV3j
A4 No PA use during class time, keep minutiae away from teachers, avoid unnecessary committees, support Ts classroom discipline
A4 Set aside $ to pay interested Ts to do curriculum work over summers, Saturday's, Afternoons - protect instructional day
A4: create a small period of time in your schedule once per week for intervention and clubs to meet so you don't interrupt
and make Ts aware that you are mindful and doing it this way to be less disruptive. https://t.co/V9gQZfAVOS
A4: try to combine interruptions. If we need to meet with a couple diff groups, schedule together.
A4 - I used to make screencasts of important announcements and let staff show them on their own schedule to avoid class meetings
A4: ask about our family, shows that you value us as people, not just professionals!
BAM! Yep! Also clogs up staff meetings! https://t.co/ElJiho4uXT
A4: send out a weekly email with all details and a calendar for the week. Little ones clog up mailboxes.
A3: Try to stress commonalities between bldg/district/state initiatives. Where do those Venn circles overlap? That's our focus
A4: Have secretaries wait until passing times to call kids out of classes
I've always done this but now try 2 streamline the weekly email-just reminders. Ideas to extend learning go to blog
That's PLN power in action. Connecting Cros-Lex and Laingsburg. Nice. https://t.co/jO4Zh7Zx6i
Love that idea (A1). Been struggling lately to get in classes. Will challenge an admin colleague to friendly competition!
Love this! https://t.co/ONYYAhrcri
A3: Try to stress commonalities between bldg/district/state initiatives. Where do those Venn circles overlap? That's our focus
Yes- Weekly emails to T's are effective. I did that too
I like it! Did you use the app that blows things up at the end for fun? https://t.co/ASIjkSJd86
A4 - I used to make screencasts of important announcements and let staff show them on their own schedule to avoid class meetings
There is some Admin 101 right there! Yes Sir! https://t.co/V7J3SUVEfc
A4: Have secretaries wait until passing times to call kids out of classes
A4 value/respect the teachers time, reduce emails/meetings, keep teacher in front of the kids as much as possible.
I did this as a principal and continue to do so in my new district as superintendent. Most staff love it. https://t.co/QL0rWT7Cyn
A4: send out a weekly email with all details and a calendar for the week. Little ones clog up mailboxes.
Q5: Pay cuts, being asked to do more w/less & feeling unappreciated all hurt morale. What do you do to keep things + in your bdg?
A4: Mini "flex" hour daily (interventions, enrichment, leadership) When there are disruptions, we try to "firewall" them there
- No, but I will when I start making screencasts in my new position later this year. :)
A5: Create a team atmosphere: We support and help each other THRU the daily grind
A5: as has been mentioned by others, keep big pic in focus and be certain ppl know you care about them https://t.co/6HTSc2OzWk
Q5: Pay cuts, being asked to do more w/less & feeling unappreciated all hurt morale. What do you do to keep things + in your bdg?
A5 Be understanding and create a flexible environment that gets the JOB done
A5: I wrote hand written notes to staff thanking them for all they do.Let them know that I appreciate what they do, big or small
