#ksedchat Archive
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Monday October 24, 2016
Br Christopher, Atchison. ... I don't watch TV, but when I did it was Futurama.
Jennifer, 4th grade teacher in Dodge City. My guilty pleasure would be Real World Road Rules Challenge. 😬😬
Traci here, 1st grade in Andover, I DVR so many, Blacklist, Big Bang Theory, many more
A1 I am from Oakley USD 274 and I am the Tech Coordinator. My guilty pleasure right now is "Blind Spot"
Good evening .Deb from De Soto and I teach 5th grade.Guilty pleasure is any Hallmark Murders and Mysteries. Love Diagnosis Murder.
Kristen from Andover, KS. HS principal. Real Housewives of OC is the guilty pleasure!
Hey ! Tim, 5th grade, Frontenac. My guilty pleasure movie is Roll Bounce! I always watch it when it is… https://t.co/loBjUClqej
Sharon Norden 5th Grade Once Upon A Time on ABC
Hey peeps! Kara 6th gr at from Hutchinson.
Kris, music teacher at West Franklin, love Big Bang Theory and American Pickers.
Jenny from Augusta, K-5 Reading Specialist. I'm a total sucker for "Counting On" and "Guy's Grocery Games"
Hello PLN!! I'm Laura, Instructional Coach in KC! Give a follow to as we expand our connected network!
Hi! Megan 6th Grade ELA and Science in Newton.
Jane Culver Dodge City and I enjoy watching Survivor! Not the Naked and Afraid one!
Hi, Brandi, instructional coach. Chicago Fire, Chicago PD, Scandal (can't wait for it to return)
Good evening. Matt, Asst. Principal from KC. Favorite guilty TV show is John Oliver's Last Week Tonight
Good evening! I am Abby Morgan, instructional coach from Overland Park! I spend time watching Grey's Anatomy
Audrey. 7th grade SS teacher with Topeka Public Schools. Guilty pleasure TV show has to be The IT Crowd. https://t.co/0Zx0MD8DAF
Denise Gash, 3rd grade, Game of Thrones
Deb Hamm, , glad to be spending some time with you this evening.
Paula from Dodge High. I love Real Housewives but my hubby hates them. I watch when he is farming
Jonathan Eshnaur, Special Education Teacher. Guilty movie pleasure is Star Wars Episodes 4-7
Hey peeps! Kara 6th gr at from Hutchinson. Mine is Greys Anatomy!
Because it's funny or because it's true?
Erica Nunemaker, kindergarten, Bachelor/Bachelorette!
Cindy Blasi, Derby ks, school social worker 💜 big bang theory!
Hi
Carl from Avonsleigh Australia
HS Maths / Science
Looking for to return of Twin Peaks
Lauren from Minneapolis suburb, science teacher. The Bachelor = guilty pleasure. Not a show that aligns with my feminist self 😂
Hi ! Paula - I am a MTSS State Trainer. Favorite shows - Parks and Rec, The Office, and The League. Thankful for Netflix!
Hi ! Julie, HS ELA & K-12 tech integration. My Ss just wrote descriptive essays about guilty pleasure show… https://t.co/bqOhiUpQeW
A1. I don't think behavior is always choice. I think a lot it is a learned behavior or a way to test their limits.
A1) Not a conscious choice but a reaction.
If you can change environment that led to reaction you can change behaviour
Forgot fav TV show: too many to name, but if I have to choose - "Madam Secretary"
A1- Our brain is pattern seeking, not always "choice" sometimes it is a learned response, or a response to an overwhelming feeling
A1 No is not! If a S doesn’t have the tools they need to self-regulate, they cannot express the issues they have!
Love the extra question to kick off every . TV show guilty pleasure.... Orphan Black.
A1 Behavior is a choice, but so often there are triggers that need to be avoided so that we do not escalate the behavior.
Jonathan Eshnaur, high school special education teacher, Simpsons Halloween Specials
Q1-behavior is a choice. ALL students are motivated. Some for good and some for bad.
Hello I'm Steven, a Middle School Assistant Principal from Missouri!
a1 Tough one! Behavior responds to a need, whether known or below thought. must need express itself somehow. B. is learned
A1: I think most kids WANT to be good, but are dealing with situations in life which cause bad behavior!
Dwayne, 1st Grade in Frontenac! My guilty pleasure movie is Overboard. It has been on a lot lately! ;-) https://t.co/IOt6XbVJLm
Cindy from Buhler. Jane the Virgin is my silly pleasure.
Behavior is about where the child is at in their brain. It's all about self regulation.
Hi all, Lucinda Crenshaw, West MS 7th gr Sci Lawrence - McGyver
A1: No, behavior is not always a choice. Many students exhibit behavior (good or bad) in order to meet their essential needs.
Brenna Brownlee, Third grade, Lifetime movies
A1: depends on kid and their motivation! Most of the time, its subconscious
Kent from Apache in Shawnee Mission. Innovation Specialist. Guilty please is any cooking show and Empire
Hey all! 1st grade here from MHK and I am guilty of loving all of Shonda Rimes shows
A1 If someone is unable to control emotions, behavior is a reaction. Learning how to identify emotions will help
I wouldn,t miss this for nothing! So excited to hear from !
right on! Each ss is facing a unique life situation, may not know how to respond effectively
A1: Behavior might not always be a choice, but if the behavior is constantly repeated or reinforced it may become a choice.
Casey K-6 Tech Coach from Great Bend. Grey's Anatomy and Scandal
A1: It's not always a choice,sometimes we are the antecedent,Ss must know you care before learning can start
A1 not always but in hs I think it is
Hey everyone! First grade T from Ness City!
A1: Behavior is not always a choice for students if they do not have tools needed to handle situations Our job to help teach tools
A1 behavior is a direct result of something that is occurring in their lives. Have we taken the time to know their stories?
A1: Needs influence behavior. Some Ss have unmet needs in life. Help them know & meet those needs. https://t.co/xe4LwblWER
A1: It is a choice, but the Ss may not have control over the antecedents. Have to look @ function of behavior not just the action.
A1 No... students react the way they know how.. if they don't have coping skills, it usually causes misbehavior
A1: Behavior is an expression often times the only way a child had learned how to communicate.
A1: I believe behavior is a learned response; and, we have options to help students change their learned responses.
A1: Nope, not always a choice. Have to Maslow before you can Bloom! 🌺 (Kids need basic needs met first.)
Hey, everyone. Justin from Wichita. Best thing on Netflix I've seen recently is The 13th. Amazing.
Checking in late . Glad to be here!
no, if a child cant regulate their emotions, they can lose control of their behavior.
A1: No, humans are not robots. Always ask Ss why they are acting a certain way, this quickly shows they usually don't know why
Lisa Dir of Tech. Joining late
Well said. https://t.co/rxR6cRx9oP
A1: It is a choice, but the Ss may not have control over the antecedents. Have to look @ function of behavior not just the action.
A1 not always, and we must help children reconcile their feelings with societal norms and our expectations.
A1:I think Ss need the strategies to deal with behaviors,I don't think they Ss want to made bad choices but need help, age matters
a2 Because it involves us constantly challenging our own learned behaviors and it is HARD to change those.
Yes! Well stated! https://t.co/QPAoeJC2eH
A1: Behavior might not always be a choice, but if the behavior is constantly repeated or reinforced it may become a choice.
A1-Yes &no depending on age. However, Ss don't always know the correct choice and must be taught.
Kyle McClure, Buhler. Gossip Girl is a guilty pleasure
love this quote! It's so true!
I think sometimes as adults, we miss the brain state shifts
Gwen from Univ of Saint Mary jumping in late
Q1- students will choose the behavior they have learned and know to how to use.
completely agree. Learning to manage emotions and feelings is a skill that is learned & needs to be taught to some
A1: Not always. Depends on the S.
A2. I don't think we are being given enough resources for how to teach around these issues. We focus so much on content.
A2: Million dollar question! Beliefs are slower to change. People believe punishment fixes all. https://t.co/niJiTC3Jxf
A1: No. It's an outward expression of their circumstances. Some kids haven't been taught how to manage their behavior.
A2:When a S cant read we teach them
When a S misbehaves we punish or do we teach them how to act correctly?
A2 for most Ts, behavior was not an issue in school. It is more difficult to put ourselves in Ss shoes who struggle w/ behavior
A2 Great Question. We actually spent time in our before school training talking about behavioral practices. Ongoing discussion.
A2 lack of training and vastly different views on discipline within families and groups of professionals.
A2: I think some of our behavioral practices are evolving. Our school has made some big changes to dealing with behavior.
ahhhh thanks!!!! Missed you guys! Mondays are my late night!
A2: This. ⬇️ https://t.co/IuBrrRrDad
A2. I don't think we are being given enough resources for how to teach around these issues. We focus so much on content.
Q2-I think teachers don't believe PD is needed on how to intentionally work with behaviors.
A2: A big shift has happened in culture. Mindset of takes a village has declined. Classrooms struggle to manage that reality.
I love that! It is a learned behavior for us to react to behavior. It's all we have seen and were taught.
A2. Instructional practice is driven by data, behavioral prac. is driven by exceptions which are ident. @ slower rate
A2: Behavior is "scarier"... We have less control over it. We can master instructional strat, but may always need help w/ behavior
Joining late...Marah from MHK!
Teachable moments are important to seize; we also have to reinforce natural consequences.
A2) Because we are great at content. Content is easy.
behaviour - we don't fully understand
Q1 contd. common sense does not mean common practice.
Late to the chat... . Janelle - 3rd grade - Olathe, KS
Agreed Brian https://t.co/JIwIp97ANS
A2 lack of training and vastly different views on discipline within families and groups of professionals.
A1 always a choice. Not all Ss have the tools, emotional strength, or support to make the correct choice. Ask better ?s
Exactly! https://t.co/a4gw7nYXrP
A2:When a S cant read we teach them
When a S misbehaves we punish or do we teach them how to act correctly?
A2 some see it as not our job! It is though, behavior has to be in control before academic learning can take place!
most of our kids have experienced worse than any consequence I can give. They say
Shouldn't behavioral practice also be driven by data?
I agree, just have to rely on my own knowledge and reading!
Popping in a bit late can you forgive me? :D
I'm here! I'm here! Looking forward to the next 45 minutes with everyone
A1:No but as Ts, we must hone our super powers to distinguish the diff. between choices and reactions that are out of Ss control
A2 I think our response to behavior is changing, at least Ts are trying, but support is needed. Even defining the problem is hard
A2: The reality of Ss lives & our memory of that time are wildly different. Cant put our memory on their reality for behavior.
A2: I think behavior is so much more diverse & also out of our control which makes it much trickier
This !!! So what/now what! Love that TED talk! https://t.co/RcYUzGFX6h
My new favorite saying, "so what, now what?" How do we encourage/promote the change that needs to happen?
Q2 The best educators looked at changing practices a long time ago, no one ever listened.
Tuning in a tad late. Courtney Saia. Middle Level Science. University of Kansas - Student Teacher. Graduating in May.
A2: As I prepare pre-service Ts, what can we do better to help deal with difficult S behaviors
Student bodies are becoming more diverse at a faster rate than the teachers themselves, cultural expectations differ
check out second step curriculum and zones of regulation! Life changers!!
A2) There has been such a focus with test scores, but this is changing as focus now on whole child & emotional needs too.
I agree that there has to be natural consequences, but we must find the antecedent
A2-Not as cut&dry as curriculum. Many don't see it as our job.Hard to teach behavior & takes a lot of investment in time/energy.
We seek to change behavior without understanding behavior
our school has some severe behaviors and it has be astonishing to see the changes this year. New behaviors replaced old.
Sky Davis SPED K-2 in Phillipsburg just got done with 1st night of P/T conferences so in & out tonight! Great Topic👍🏻
Joining late,it'll be great! Judith in OP
A2: I've been thinking about this a lot lately; we don't have enough background edu & PD to deal with behaviors we're seeing.
Oops - Guilty pleasure TV Show: Parenthood.
Mental health issues are also causing behaviors that Ts aren't prepared to address. How do we get resources to help Ss & Ts?
A2 Sometimes when we focus on giving Ss choice in their learning behaviors can sometimes diminish.
A2B: My favorite is: These Ss are in___ grade and should know how to do this, break the cycle and teach them
A2. Some think behavior should already be taught but just like we teach academics, we need to teach emotional/social
we're dealing with an issue lke this now in my school. S is having major challenges and we're just not prepared!
This is coming to the forefront of all minds! Highly recommend The raising of America series https://t.co/nKc7ylRvQw
Q2-I think teachers don't believe PD is needed on how to intentionally work with behaviors.
this is something our Sped team & SIT do wonderfully. There is a push for classroom Ts to examine theirs as well.
A2 powerful part of teaching behavior skills involve the 3 Rs - relate, repair, and restore. All 3 involve relationships
Eeek! Late, but here...Katie Perez, education consultant . I'm a sucker for Dance Moms.
A2:behavior stems from emotions,which are hard to recognize in ourselves;requires trusted partnerships https://t.co/rfB8SSpAVy
A2 mental and social emotional health have been swept under the rug by previous generations. Finally recognizing the impact
This has been the biggest change I have seen in Ss. They are definitely more aware but sometimes use as an excuse
see my tweet about The Raising of America! Powerful
We need to have as much patience with behavior as we do with academics. Focus & celebrate growth. Everything isn't a quick fix
We are using second step and a district wide behavior matrix. https://t.co/dR8ZKzqqjx
check out second step curriculum and zones of regulation! Life changers!!
A2: I feel that in our school behavioral practices are evolving. We are trying new things and look for what's best for Ss.
This, this and more of this. https://t.co/dJeUbwRHYz
A2 powerful part of teaching behavior skills involve the 3 Rs - relate, repair, and restore. All 3 involve relationships
A3 We read LOTS of books. That gives us all the feels we might not have felt
a3 GOnna be honest- no idea on this one.
Absolutely! It is all a learning process, just different content. https://t.co/qmLRLSBrjI
We need to have as much patience with behavior as we do with academics. Focus & celebrate growth. Everything isn't a quick fix
A3 First we model it. S are looking at T bc they do not have role models always at home.
A3) You can't teach empathy.
You model it and encourage it when you see it occur.
I love the Zones of Regulation! It's sitting on my lap right now!
We are having the same problem. How do we meet need when even mental health experts don't know what to do?
A2: Ss are behaviors are changing but happy to see KS trying to change to meet the soc/emotional needs of our Ss, Ts need PD
Absolutely- but what data is the "right data" to keep for behavior?
A3 I actually think quality literature that touches on the human experience/different types of people impacts children positively.
A2 Society & cultures change .. behavior used to be controlled by harsh physical punishment not looking beyond behavior
A1: Behavior is a choice but the thought process that goes into the choice/behind the choice looks different for every person.
A3 model it in my behavior, teach what it means, give strategies to do it, practice scenarios
Q3- that's simple. Teach empathy by modeling it!!
A3: Model it. Provide examples of appropriate use. Use literature and current events to teach in context. Be sincere.
A3 I walk my kids through a day in someone else's shoes, I tell stories, show videos, discuss, role play, model
Right? It gets really complicated. We're fortunate to have a counselor who worksclosely with us.
A2: old model toward behavior is seeing youth through old, distorted lens. Eventually, we need new prescription.
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A3: Not sure there's a perfect way but definitely modeling. Lots of connections to be made in HS ELA also.
A3: I try to have Ss put themselves in others shoes and think about how they would feel if it was them.
drives me crazy whenI hear this!
A2: So much of Ss behavior is based on their life experiences - & until we "walk a mile..." we cannot adequately address behavior
A3-We talk alot If something has happened, we take time out to discuss, explain, make sure all understand& discuss next steps.
A3 - We have to model empathy with our students and take time to get to know our Ss - Relationships are key.
A3: Exposing Ss to many different people. We go to the retirement home in our community; Ss realize "they are just like me."
A3) Lots through PBL. Also Ss led class Pay it Forward projects all year. Developed a lot of empathy understanding need of others
A2: Is there a standardized assessment for behavior?
A1: Always a choice. But for some people a lack of other self-reg/awareness prevents recognizing multiple choices in the moment.
A3:We have to model and then have to have real discussion, some Ss don't realize their actions have a deep impact on other Ss
A3) MODEL! Rather than fixing problems for Ss, model empathy, esp when they make mistakes. Tell Ss "I am right here with you"
A3: empathy through diversity and cultural awareness.
A3. Building relationships, modeling empathy, and talking about ways to be empathetic. It's a journey.
yes! We have to learn to regulate ourselves before we teach students to regulate!
A3: Ss connecting so important for empathy. If Ss feel comfortable + sense of belonging, much easier to have culture of empathy
A3 take the time to watch Paper Tigers and one schools approach to mental health & behavior - POWERFUL https://t.co/gXlTFSlRYf
just what I was going to say, read and respond emotionally
By modeling, build lessons into curriculum and day through stories and real life/daily situations.
A3 through the literature we read
A2: It's a topic that requires one to look at oneself. It takes quite awhile to separate ones own emotional response to behavior
A3: Model, model, model. My goal is to start doing this through class meetings, just have to find the right time of day.
frequency and duration are great places to start when keeping data
A2: Belief, support, understanding. Until we understand behavior, brain dev., and other variables we can't seek to change.
A3: Create a culture of respect & support within our schools. Model & point out desired behaviors for those in need of help.
A3: start with the vocab, definition at Ss level, books, practice situations, role play, discussion, just did this with my Ss
So true...makes our modeling so much more important. That and genuinely caring about them https://t.co/qCfVK3YLWx
we also have to understand that many Ss come from homes that lack empathy
Just took 1st graders to a nursing home with to present their learning. They naturally developed empathy so quickly
I do morning meeting; very powerful for empathy. We can say "what is the appropriate thing to say if x happens?"
A3: Morning meetings have become very powerful learning experiences to role play and model and discuss in my 1st grade room!
A3: I think modeling is so important. Adults set the tone for an empathetic classroom
a3 Second Step is new this year. They need to learn how to listen first. Modeling is vital. Starts with us!
good movie to get you thinking!
A3 - model it, speak it into existence , acknowledge it when kids show it
Have any go to resources to help you run your meetings?
I love all the comments about literature. I've read Wonder to my last couple of classes to try and get my Ss to be more empathetic
A3: We also talk about it in my class in terms of cyberbullying and how it might feel to hear those things about yourself
A3: Give them real experiences. Volunteer at a shelter, Read books at a nursing home, make care packages for those in need
A3: Teaching multiple perspectives in every area.
The "right data" depends on the narrative that one wants the data to tell
This is so important. It can be so hard to tell what hurts others if we don't personally see it as hurtful https://t.co/2LAAoIBgIM
A3:We have to model and then have to have real discussion, some Ss don't realize their actions have a deep impact on other Ss
A3: Read Wonder by with your class. Amazing book to teach empathy!
We use Morning Meeting from Responsive Classroom. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Another piece that can help Ts and Admin understand is a poverty experience done by
A3 ask our Ss how can we give back - let them create & run a service project for the community
Real world opportunities are so important. These are great experiences. https://t.co/4hfUJlOO0x
A3: Give them real experiences. Volunteer at a shelter, Read books at a nursing home, make care packages for those in need
Fish In a Tree is another good one. https://t.co/9ACpCf4XV8
A3: Read Wonder by with your class. Amazing book to teach empathy!
A3: NOT by showing our kids that we like the kids who come to us easier to teach. How we treat ALL kids speaks volumes
is a way to embed empathy. It's a very cool approach.
A3: Lead by example, Model, use those teachable moments
This is such a rewarding experience! Yes Yes Yes! https://t.co/TngR1pa1Bs
A3 ask our Ss how can we give back - let them create & run a service project for the community
Fish in a Tree is also a great Empathy chapter book
Ss also develop empathy through global collaborations. By putting them in position to talk with others, they form understandings
A3 something I took from are ups and downs. Kids love their peers to know good and hard things going on in their lives
A3: Modeling, class meetings, literature, music, service learning opportunities
these are outstanding and eye opening experiences. Changes beliefs forever
Only reason I'm missing tonight parent/ teacher conferences
I'm also hearing amazing things about how Derby is helping teachers and Ss with this subject
Crucial to working with Ss dealing with poverty, very eye opening experience! https://t.co/hxY28ms7dn
Another piece that can help Ts and Admin understand is a poverty experience done by
Yes, yes, yes! Love this!
a4 Respond with thought and a plan. React to immediately fix a perceived problem.
A4-Responding is intentionally planned out. Reacting is what happens in the moment, where positive or negative.
A4) Respond you plan for
React you do once something has happened
A4 responding is like training for a marathon (ID the cause & develop a plan over time), Reacting is running sprints
A4: When you respond, it is seen as a need. When you react, you only see the action or the symptom of the need.
A3 Yes model and read but do community service projects. It gives a reason and common experience to develop true empathy .
A4 being proactive and making expectations known, while also reserving the option to react when necessary:
A4: We don't always teach Ss expected behavior, so we react when expectations are not met. Creating matrix, include Ss in process
A4 there are so many layers to behavior so that is why most of the time we react instead of responding
A4:We have to look at data and see our hotspots and respond and reteach those
A3: we can use civic engagement
No, but it sounds like it is something I need to look in to!
Reacting is after the fact & no planning. Responding is meeting students where they are & supporting them.
React is quick. Response is thought out
A4) Responding we are thinking and being deliberate on being patient. Reacting is sometimes not thinking things through properly
it's very difficult, too. Learned a lot about myself. Didn't realize how many ACES I had
A4. Responding means having a conversation which allows for back and forth to occur. Reacting is more one sided.
A3: It is often difficult to understand world our students live in - but help Ss to understand other points of view, experiences
New Blog Post! Playing with my new Historical Thinking Tool...Evidence Analysis Window Frame. https://t.co/JS2Uiz7HS3
A4 when you respond you are in control of emotions/have clear thinking... reacting is not thinking before responding
Responding is THINKING before you act. Reacting is not thinking about the repercussion of your actions
This is really profound in helping students are we care. https://t.co/ABCCv5zPz2
A4: When you respond, it is seen as a need. When you react, you only see the action or the symptom of the need.
A4:Reactg implies act thru emotions,sometimes w/out thought;respondg=purposeful &possibly less public.need2 avoid embarrassing Ss
A4 Teachers spend so much time planning for lessons(respond) that we run out of time to plan for behavior so we respond.
A4- I used 7 skills from to teach students. Every "response" to behavior is opportunity to teach
A4B:if a S misbehaves they usually have our attention every time, if a S is following expectations do they get same attention?
We were fortunate enough to tour this fab school! Very eye- opening! Would recommend this to all Kansas schools!
Innovative school visited in Cali had daily am mtg-entire schl. Awesome
A4: Responding is more though your and planned.
A4: Preventive vs. trying to patch after the fact.
A4: Responding is trying to find a solution & reacting is consequence based.
Doing meetings whole school would be so powerful! Common vocab and expectations!
A4: reacting is based off initial emotion and perception of the problem, responding requires thought and decision making
a4 Responding gives a moment to think. Reacting happens without thinking.
Respond: thoughtful, strategic, meaningful, learning opportunity. React: instantaneous, not prepared, possibly negative.
A4 we haveMindful Mondays where we can meet before school & engage in mindfulness activities to be sure to take care of ourselves
super profound and right on!
yes!! Positive reinforcement is SO important!!
A4: With academic concerns, we typically don't "blame" the student and try to scaffold their learning. Typically behavior=blame
A4: Responding is working with Ss to recog behavior and how to fix it, reacting doing behav manag. to kids.
Great point! Response takes time and planning, hard to find that!
A4: Reacting is like putting a bandaid on a gunshot wound. Responding is an intentional treatment plan after a complete evaluation.
A4: developing foundational skills being proactive = responding and changing behavior. Reacting is just a temporary band aide
Sometimes reacting is inevitable, but not over & over again. Must create a plan for support
I give my students 10 to 15 minutes of Mindfulness everyday! It really helps their reaction/response techniques
A4: reacting is looking for compliance. Responding is looking for a positive change.
A4: Is it because we understand academic needs & don't have the same understanding of behavior? Think misbehavior is a Ss choice?
A4 responding is building the skills so Ss have a toolbox they can use when they encounter similar situations in the future
A4: A response is measured, controlled, and thought-out while a reaction can be instantaneous and emotion based.
a5 we study growth mindset in 7 sci, how brain responds to env in 8 sc, need to keep developing this!
reacting is based on high emotions and can be impulsive, responding is calm and controlled
Good picture of what it is!
A5: we are really talking about understanding our reactions and feelings. Mindfulness is powerful https://t.co/u0kqdpnRa7
A5: Ts need to get to know Ss and their style, teach them to embrace what works for them and give them the strategies,
I've learned don't make the behavior personal. Look to identify what's causing it. Not about me. It's about helping child succeed
A5: Lots of talking about and modeling growth mindset, to my HS Ss at school and my littles at home! 🤓
A5 mindfulness, class meetings, brain lessons, second step, zones of regulation, talking through scenarios!
Q5 I use Whole Brain activities for the brain, I read books, show videos & have the kids research articles on iPads
Big difference between compliance and engagement! https://t.co/vDpgSkZyIK
A4: reacting is looking for compliance. Responding is looking for a positive change.
Go slow to go fast! 20 min. meeting will produe an environment w less behav. and more learning!
A5: Learning more about this right now myself! Excited to explain this to firsties!
A5. Our grade level has been taking time to do Growth Mindset lessons. Incorporating science on the brain.
A5: Discussing a growth mindset, acknowledging the importance of moving between procedural and conceptual, personalizing the exp
Well I'm out, but thank you for another great chat and have a great week!
game changer there! 9x out of 10, I'm not the issue. Even if I am, own it, ask forgiveness, and help s correct
A4 Reacting is best followed by an apology. Responding sees the person then behavior followed by purposeful acts and words
A wise teacher once told me “Its never about what its about.” Hard to keep that in mind sometimes though.
Love the idea of doing Growth Mindset as a school to all be reinforcing that we can break through any boundary with hard work.
A5: I know some Ts in our district talk about growth mindset and staying positive
A5: Is it imperative to teach kids about the brain, how they learn? Or imperative that we learn/understand these things?
A5: Thnx for sharing lesson on creating/increasing pathways in the brain, lots of growth mindset
A5 brain lessons, posters on brain & emotions connected to it, scenarios to identify which part of brain they're in
Both! My ss love learning about the brain. Easiest lessons I ever have to deliver!
I would say they need to know it; if they don't know, how can we expect them to control it?
A5: Talk about/practice growth mindset, discuss behavior & different choices, teach/practice self-regulation techniques.
Very wise. I've had to remind myself of this many times I my educational career
a5 Growth mindset, understanding and using the zones of regulation and mindfulness activities.
A5 anger is a secondary emotion. Take the time to ask ?s about how Ss felt before they were angry to find the cause
A5 I work on metacognition to help teach what is going on in my head when demonstrating new concepts.
A5: Looking forward to reading what Ts are doing now. I think the more we do to help Ss understand their talents/gifts the better.
This is a great tool to have Ss self-monitor & reflect on their work. I may have to steal this
brain lessons, videos and discussion, growth mindset activities and daily discussion
A5 we use to help our Ss develop self-regulation skills
Awesome 👏 I'm stealing this idea 💡
data should tell its own story not one that we can control if done correctly
A6: There are not separate lessons... We need to integrate the "soft skills" into our day-to-day academic reality.
I teach my content through soft skills. These are important "life skills".
I dont think Ts have time to NOT teach these "other" skills
A6. Why can't they be integrated? If we don't teach the soft skills, sometimes the academic part is pointless.
Q5: Teach about the neuroscience of the brain. Talent is Overrated and Make It Stick are great resources.
a6 We're modeling it all the time. Need to examine objectives and see how soft skills are already there.
A6: I think cooperative learning is the perfect way to fit soft skills into the curriculum in a natural way. 🍎
Same! Morning meetings give us a time to team build and address issues. Love the community it builds.
Q5: Ss often don’t understand multiple intelligences. Failing book subjects, succeeding in hands on but still feel like a failure
A6: Academics alone are not enough to equip our students to thrive in society. Academics past tests, soft skills fulfill dreams.
A6: My belief is that soft skills need to be taught as much if not more in order for them to succeed at the academics! Very imp.!
A6: We can't combat the hard skills before teaching the soft skills, it's so important to take time to teach these!
latest book helped me understand that the conditions/environment we establish go a long way in developing skills. 1/2
A6: Soft skills do take time, but we can incorporate within our lessons. Just need to make an effort https://t.co/2RXHmuXmHK
A6 behavior has to be under control before academics can take place... how can we afford not to teach it?
Q6 There is never enough time for sleep, parenting, teaching; integrating academics AND soft skills help management
A6: I would suggest that teaching content through PBL & with relevant learning opportunities will result in learning soft skills.
A5) Model how it is done. Show how things like , PBL, collaboration, easily incorporate soft skills & academics
A6: I think don't try to force it or do separate "lessons" just address it when it comes up
your questions are awesome! Loving the convo tonight!
a6 We don’t have enough time not to. Without it we struggle all day to keep the focus of students in trauma.
2/2 Soft skills are often embedded in the classroom environment and conditions, not necessarily taught in isolation.
A6 being an educator is tough... yet if we don't teach ALL the skills Ss need, they won't be successful
I agree! I feel like I don't have to stop my teaching and handle behaviors as much now!
A6: Content is Googleable...use it as a vehicle to teach what's really important (read: everything not listed in the standards).
A6 Focus-soft skills & use content as pallet - create relationships, enviro that welcomes risks and mistakes, place to live & grow
A6 You have to teach them the soft skills, better yet, model them. Life is not just about subjects.
A6 when we shift from concept of teaching to leaning, the soft skills have to be included
Soft skills can be directly taught through a warm up to a lesson. Example: teach how to give handshake and accompanying how-tos
A6: have a social/emotional goal for the day (behavior goal). Base it off of the PBIS matrix chart, and check in with them.
YES! Do this. https://t.co/6iPYjTNKqJ
A6: I would suggest that teaching content through PBL & with relevant learning opportunities will result in learning soft skills.
By social/emotional being one of the new KSBE outcomes, shows how important it is and crucial to student success
If behavior is an issue, academic learning isn't happening! Teaching soft skills is a necessity.
great minds think alike... our boss has taught us well :)
A7: We need to ensure Trauma informed schools are a reality and not just a current trend. Educate ourselves, our colleagues, & Ss.
a7 lots of PD devoted to this topic, love and logic training
A7 we have care team (admin, counselor, nurse, social worker) that meet weekly to talk about Ss who might need additional support
thanks for sharing this resource!
A7we have supportive principal who is always looking for ways to make us better so we can make our students better!
A7: Not enough - plain & simple. We are trying to do more, but more is needed. We use TASN; Project Stay. Looking at PD.
we watched it as a school this year. The conversations and ideas that came about were inspirational
A7. I would say our district is open to letting us explore options. I would love some additional PD in the way or brain and trauma
A7: we have been given the opp to check out Trauma Sensitive Schools and see what is already working!
A7: we have several programs with different tiers( tier 1 whole pop.) &Stones
A7) We have Trauma Smart & BIST this year. Both have been helpful & very informative for the adults and students
Q7 My schools teaches ACEs & Trauma Sensitivity w/ Ss. The Sscan carry Trauma awareness into college
A7:We were lucky to be able to attend a poverty simulation.At the college level I think there needs to be a behavior managclass
Q7: PD opportunities with , PBL, Kagan. Would be interested in more growth mindset training.
https://t.co/XDWLFAq2RE
Maybe we can do this at the Edcamp this week?
awareness, having time built in our schedule for teaching these areas, and support from admin and other Ts.
A7: I love the Responsibility-Centered Discipline (Give 'Em 5) our district uses & appreciate the many opportunities for training.
A7-b I have always enjoyed going to A great resource and professional development
curious as to your take on public behavior charts? do they support positive choices for ALL Ss or are they designed for some Ss?
Our District also had us watch Paper Tigers. Powerful movie. Love you mentioned it
A7: Remember that we are here to help! Let us know what you'd like for to provide &we will do our best to make it happen!
You have helped us rewrite our entire focus of education in our building! Thank you so much!
A7) would love to provide whatever it takes. Unfortunately, in my experience, secondary Ts would rather focus on subjects. IMHO.
a7 Our principal always provides the tools to meet the needs of the students. We are a Trauma Sensitive school!!
Huge s/o to for thoughtful, excellent questions tonight. is 🔥🔥🔥 as usual!
starts w/ an awareness for some & searching for resources we can provide to help our Ss.
A7 my daughter is discussing fixed/growth mindset at K-state in ed classes now!!
Have no place in the classroom; only stop behavior in moment. No S will work harder after you tell them to move clip.
used to have one but got rid of it. don't like the public shaming of those who have yet to learn to regulate!
Q7 Our Principal has a team dedicated to implementing Trauma Sensitivity in the classrooms, so ideas can be shared
totally agree. Works well for Ss who know how to "play school" but is not intrinsically motivating for all Ss
A8: HS Ts "adopt" kids, seminar Ts keep Ss yr over yr., & we even have staff members act as Ps to give feedback to Ss in !
A8: Check-in check-out is a GREAT strategy to ensure this practice happens!
A8 put each Ss name on a card. Ts put a dot next to name they had a connection w/. Any Ss w/o a dot is now sought out by Ts
