#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 23, 2017
8:00 PM EST
TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:00 PM EST
Welcome Mike Haynes, Agency Administrator Cooperative Educational Service Agency 10 in Chippewa Falls, WI. as guest moderator.
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participatechat
Jan 23 @ 8:00 PM EST
Participate in the upcoming
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TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:00 PM EST
Good evening! Welcome to MASSP Chat. Please check in even if you are just watching!
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Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:01 PM EST
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hi mike haynes here from Wisconsin!
Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:02 PM EST
Just finishing cleaning up our dogs mess! But here and ready to chat!
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Brent__Merritt
Jan 23 @ 8:02 PM EST
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TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:03 PM EST
Hi Brent! Welcome
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Brent__Merritt
Jan 23 @ 8:03 PM EST
Looking forward to
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TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:05 PM EST
Where is everyone?
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PWtoddo
Jan 23 @ 8:06 PM EST
@massp
todd simmons P-W
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In reply to @TammyJMASSP, @massp
Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:07 PM EST
@CESA10_DL_Notes
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In reply to @CESA10_DL_Notes
RKT_HOPE
Jan 23 @ 8:07 PM EST
Hello this is RKT from Swartz Creek Academy serving at risk teens in an alternative high school and Adult Education / GED
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TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:08 PM EST
Hi
@PWtoddo
. Thank you for joining.
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In reply to @PWtoddo
MrCarlsonSHS
Jan 23 @ 8:09 PM EST
Good evening! Steve Carlson, Principal of Sandusky Jr/Sr High School. Just getting home from some 8th grade basketball!
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btenniswood
Jan 23 @ 8:09 PM EST
Hello all. Brenda Tenniswood joining in a bit late tonight.
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TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:09 PM EST
We will use the Q/A format. Q1 will be launched in 60 seconds!Welcome
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TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:11 PM EST
Thanks for joining Brenda Tenniswood and Steve Carslon
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Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:11 PM EST
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Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:11 PM EST
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#cesa10
TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:12 PM EST
Q1 What is the building principal's responsibility in the change process?
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Joshua_Haggerty
Jan 23 @ 8:14 PM EST
A1: Provide a clear vision for the future. Seeks input from Ts Ss and Ps. Updates on progress. Use a team approach.
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btenniswood
Jan 23 @ 8:14 PM EST
A1 Leading developmnt of shared vision, setting expectations, supporting staff, modeling a growth mindset & celebrating successes
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MrCarlsonSHS
Jan 23 @ 8:15 PM EST
A1: Stimulate conversation around vision looking for new paths 2 success. Along the way provide motivation, encourage risk-taking
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TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:12 PM EST
Q1 What is the building principal's responsibility in the change process?
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MrCarlsonSHS
Jan 23 @ 8:16 PM EST
Great response
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btenniswood
Jan 23 @ 8:14 PM EST
A1 Leading developmnt of shared vision, setting expectations, supporting staff, modeling a growth mindset & celebrating successes
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Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:17 PM EST
A1 .... isn't the principals role in the change process to ensure change positively affects ALL students, subgroups and needs?
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TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:19 PM EST
The principal must make sure that the change is best for students. Not just change to change.
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Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:19 PM EST
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Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:20 PM EST
@TammyJMASSP
your correct...and to ensure change affects all students...not just some.
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In reply to @TammyJMASSP
TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:21 PM EST
Q2 is on it's way!
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TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:22 PM EST
Q2 What is one practice that exists in your building that is outdated as is applies to 21st century learning?
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Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:22 PM EST
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Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2....this.
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MrCarlsonSHS
Jan 23 @ 8:25 PM EST
A2: Feel we need to start to shift from time (clock & calendar) determining so many arbitrary deadlines and/or breaks in learning
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TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:22 PM EST
Q2 What is one practice that exists in your building that is outdated as is applies to 21st century learning?
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Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:26 PM EST
@cesaSarahLipke
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btenniswood
Jan 23 @ 8:26 PM EST
A2: While there are gr8 strategies in place, cell phones may be banned. Too valuable of a tool not enable s to use 4 lrning.
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Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:26 PM EST
@Joesanfelippofc
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In reply to @Joesanfelippofc
TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:26 PM EST
A2 That is a great example Mike Haynes
@Wokandapix
. Include the time of day that school starts for HS students.
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In reply to @Wokandapix
Frenchji
Jan 23 @ 8:26 PM EST
Sorry, just getting to the chat! Jim French here from Portage Northern!
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TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:27 PM EST
Hi Jim French
@Frenchji
always glad when you going!
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In reply to @Frenchji
Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:27 PM EST
A2.....how about homework?
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Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:29 PM EST
Relevant post...check out
#mostlikelytosucceed
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Frenchji
Jan 23 @ 8:29 PM EST
A2: We still print everything! What a waste of copy budget!
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CESA10_DL_Notes
Jan 23 @ 8:29 PM EST
I'm on. John Goodman
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In reply to @Wokandapix
Joshua_Haggerty
Jan 23 @ 8:30 PM EST
A2: We could use some help with grading practices. Can't teach responsibly via grades. Need to ensure all Ss learn content!
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TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:31 PM EST
Glad you joined John Goodman
@CESA10_DL_Notes
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In reply to @CESA10_DL_Notes
TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:32 PM EST
Amen Joshua
@Joshua_Haggerty
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In reply to @Joshua_Haggerty
Brent__Merritt
Jan 23 @ 8:32 PM EST
so true. In my GVSU classrooms, each class debate had its own hashtag. Talk about student engagement!
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In reply to @btenniswood
Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:33 PM EST
@AWSALeaders1
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In reply to @AWSALeaders1
jasonsiko
Jan 23 @ 8:33 PM EST
Sorry to troll
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,but if you have time,we're seeking feedback on NP endrsemnt. Pls RT and share with sups:
https://t.co/g3x2KKPSP0
TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:33 PM EST
Q3 What is one recent change in your building that was made to better fit the needs of 21st century learning?
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Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:34 PM EST
is it even really about content...or skills.....?
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In reply to @Joshua_Haggerty
CESA10_DL_Notes
Jan 23 @ 8:35 PM EST
A1: Culture, if the culture is bad the rest doesn't matter!
#cesa10
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CESA10_DL_Notes
Jan 23 @ 8:37 PM EST
A2: Sit and get, memorization-- just a couple of quick ones!
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#cesa10
Frenchji
Jan 23 @ 8:37 PM EST
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We have connected with our media specialist to do cross-curricular projects via google docs and it's been great!
In reply to @TammyJMASSP
MrCarlsonSHS
Jan 23 @ 8:38 PM EST
A3: Increasing use of Michigan Virtual for electives and sched flexibility. Trying to make credit recovery more authentic as well
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TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:33 PM EST
Q3 What is one recent change in your building that was made to better fit the needs of 21st century learning?
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Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:39 PM EST
Q3.....check out
https://t.co/JbHkCNYypY
... some great steps toward pers learning and change
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Joshua_Haggerty
Jan 23 @ 8:39 PM EST
A3: We recently purchased 100+ Chromebooks. We will be about 1:2 ratio with Chromebooks to Ss. Ss are creating and collaborating.
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btenniswood
Jan 23 @ 8:39 PM EST
A3 Kagan cooperative learning structures; great increase in collaboration & student voice
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btenniswood
Jan 23 @ 8:40 PM EST
A3 Hybrd learning options: mix of F2F & online to best meet students' needs. Increased flexibility& engagement
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Jhammond1968
Jan 23 @ 8:40 PM EST
A3: blended learning this fall. 18 online courses by our own teachers!
@TammyJMASSP
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In reply to @TammyJMASSP
Frenchji
Jan 23 @ 8:41 PM EST
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Josh we will have to connect we are going 1-1 with chromebooks over the next 3 yrs. 9 & 10 get them by fall.
In reply to @Joshua_Haggerty
MrCarlsonSHS
Jan 23 @ 8:41 PM EST
We are in Year 2 of similar initiative. Happy to collaborate with you on what is/isn't working!
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Joshua_Haggerty
Jan 23 @ 8:39 PM EST
A3: We recently purchased 100+ Chromebooks. We will be about 1:2 ratio with Chromebooks to Ss. Ss are creating and collaborating.
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Frenchji
Jan 23 @ 8:42 PM EST
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Did the district provide time/pay to align with current curriculum?
In reply to @Jhammond1968, @TammyJMASSP
CESA10_DL_Notes
Jan 23 @ 8:42 PM EST
A3: Well, at
#cesa10
we just hired a Instructional Coach, his job is to work with teachers to improve their 21st century skills
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TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:42 PM EST
A3 It sounds like there is a lot of 21st century skills being taught to students!
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CESA10_DL_Notes
Jan 23 @ 8:44 PM EST
Typically your CTE instructors are experts in this area.
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In reply to @TammyJMASSP
EduGladiators
Jan 23 @ 8:45 PM EST
👩🏻💻 Don't miss our last chat of Rethinking Discipline series: PBIS SATURDAY!
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#musedchat
#NJEAchat
#NYEDChat
Frenchji
Jan 23 @ 8:45 PM EST
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what a great committment to staff and your district!
In reply to @Jhammond1968, @TammyJMASSP
TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:46 PM EST
Q4 Do you feel that the current laws relative to the hours/days/minutes a school is in session lends to 21st century learning?
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Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:47 PM EST
All--take a look at
#mostlikelytosucdeed
... it's worth hosting a viewing with your community and connects to all the comments
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btenniswood
Jan 23 @ 8:48 PM EST
A3: Love George Couros & Innovator's Mindset. Great post about innovation as a process:
https://t.co/ulUx4W0Rz9
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Jhammond1968
Jan 23 @ 8:48 PM EST
A4: No but there needs to be some req. most Ss online r not successful.
@TammyJMASSP
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In reply to @TammyJMASSP
Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:49 PM EST
A4.... the best way to consider your position on this q is to think about your own learning experiences...even ones like tonight.
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PWtoddo
Jan 23 @ 8:49 PM EST
@massp
moved to 1:1 w/ chromebooks, added an instructional tech coach, & created anytime/anyplace/anywhere learning
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In reply to @TammyJMASSP, @massp
Frenchji
Jan 23 @ 8:50 PM EST
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I think time is important and helps to deliver 21st cent learning. Need time to think, and to be structured.
In reply to @TammyJMASSP
btenniswood
Jan 23 @ 8:50 PM EST
A4 I'm mulling over the supports Ss need to be successful online or in hybrid. Not about the time, it's the support and structure
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Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:51 PM EST
All, in case you noticed my typo earlier.... here is a linkhttp://www.mltsfilm.org
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Joesanfelippofc
Jan 23 @ 8:51 PM EST
A4: Getting better. Seat time doesn't equal success but I understand accountability
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CESA10_DL_Notes
Jan 23 @ 8:52 PM EST
A4: In reflection I believe the bell schedule is more important, 44 min classes are tough for collaboration, and problem-solving
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Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:53 PM EST
@MarshaMyles
from
#edtechspecialists
is a great resource
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In reply to @btenniswood, @MarshaMyles
Brent__Merritt
Jan 23 @ 8:53 PM EST
agreed! More emphasis needed on high impact practices.
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In reply to @Wokandapix
Joesanfelippofc
Jan 23 @ 8:53 PM EST
A4: More opportunity for big chunks of time can help with collaboration with kids
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PWtoddo
Jan 23 @ 8:54 PM EST
@massp
no ma'am-need to continue to look at research on year round calendar & learning retention during long breaks
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In reply to @TammyJMASSP, @massp
TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:55 PM EST
Q5 If you were unrestricted, what would be the first thing you would change to meet the needs of 21st century learners?
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btenniswood
Jan 23 @ 8:57 PM EST
A5 Allow students greater choice in what they learn; what problems they want to solve. Provide teachers w greater opport. to risk
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Jhammond1968
Jan 23 @ 8:57 PM EST
A5: good question! Later start time, year round calendar, buses running all day long!
@TammyJMASSP
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In reply to @TammyJMASSP
Wokandapix
Jan 23 @ 8:57 PM EST
All, related...if ur really curious how change affects Ss and the meaning of bells,minutes,consider this
https://t.co/mvh3Go9Po4
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Frenchji
Jan 23 @ 8:57 PM EST
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A5 A balanced set of course offerings (online, trad, flipped, blended) to meet needs of diverse learners.
In reply to @TammyJMASSP
CESA10_DL_Notes
Jan 23 @ 8:58 PM EST
A5: I would eliminate core subjects and integrate them into all CTE pathways!
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We would crush the 21st century skills!
MrCarlsonSHS
Jan 23 @ 8:59 PM EST
A5: Wow! Good question! I'd strategize w/ staff on ways to break free of constraints of 7 hr schedule, 180 day calendar
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TammyJMASSP
Jan 23 @ 8:55 PM EST
Q5 If you were unrestricted, what would be the first thing you would change to meet the needs of 21st century learners?
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PWtoddo
Jan 23 @ 8:59 PM EST
rebuild our building, making every room look/feel like our ext. learning area-collaborative, problem-solving atmos.
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In reply to @TammyJMASSP