#TXed Archive

Wednesday June 14, 2017
9:30 PM EDT
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Welcome to #TXed Please take the next few moments to introduce yourself and tell us where you are from!
  • participatechat Jun 14 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #TXed by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/msiucFYT2z
  • PapaBacher Jun 14 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Agreed @JordanPotrzeba great chat! Now on to #txed see you later #KidsDeserveit crew
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Hi y'all! Elyse from Katy. #TXed
  • LBell_Yegua Jun 14 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Lindsay Bell from Somerville! #TXed
  • mjjohnson1216 Jun 14 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Good evening #txed Meredith joining from one of the best places in the world to live
  • PapaBacher Jun 14 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Austin from Dallas! Excited to multitask as I prepare an article for an education magazine on urban education. #txed
  • Isham_Literacy Jun 14 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Hello #txed ! Kimberly from north TX.
  • Mr_Portier Jun 14 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Hello #Txed, John here from Fort Bend ISD, 10 years of teaching, currently 3rd Math/Sci
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Jillian, Kinder teacher, Texas #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Howdy y'all! I am Michael from Brenham. Welcome to #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Hey Elyse. How is your summer going? #TXed
    In reply to @Hahne_KingEle
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Welcome back my friend! #TXed
    In reply to @LBell_Yegua
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Question 1 is coming up! #TXed
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Meredith Akers, AP at Ault Elementary in CFISD #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Awesome pic! Looks like life is well with you Meredith #TXed
    In reply to @mjjohnson1216
  • kendremilburn Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Kendre Milburn. CFISD. 5th grade teacher. #txed
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    @nicolerlyons Here to share the awesomeness of @KellerISD Thank you for telling our story! #TXed
  • Cat_Rancher Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Krista teaching 2nd grade in New Braunfels. #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Welcome back Austin. Honor to have you here. #TXed
    In reply to @PapaBacher
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Wes Vinson, Lufkin, educator #txed
  • jdeek Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    #TXed Jim, MS counselor from Texas. Still on contract so still working hard while others relax.
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Q1-Name something you're proud of that you, your team, or your school has done so far this year? #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Howdy Kimberly. We are happy that you are here. #TXed
    In reply to @Isham_Literacy
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Kelley from North Tx here for some awesome #TXed
  • kristidonica Jun 14 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Kristi from Wichita Falls- 5th Math #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Welcome to #TXed John
    In reply to @Mr_Portier, @TXEDMod
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Howdy Jillian. Glad that you could make it! #TXed
    In reply to @jillianburkhart
  • PapaBacher Jun 14 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Over #Txed
    In reply to @KelleyJAndrews
  • SIOWehmeyer Jun 14 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Tara here- sliding in! #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Howdy friend! How was practice? #TXed
    In reply to @meredithakers
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Welcome to #TXed Kendre
    In reply to @kendremilburn
  • LBell_Yegua Jun 14 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A1 trying new things! It's scary to go new but the rewards were awesome! #TXed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:34 PM EDT
      Q1-Name something you're proud of that you, your team, or your school has done so far this year? #TXed
  • SIOWehmeyer Jun 14 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A1: proud of the focused efforts we had... it made a plan and stuck to it #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Welcome Kristi. We appreciate that you are here #TXed
    In reply to @kristidonica
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A1 My school piloted #geniushour with second grade & it's going school wide next year. So excited. Lots of hands went in too! #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Safe #TXed
    In reply to @SIOWehmeyer
  • Cat_Rancher Jun 14 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    I'm proud of helping my tech-phobic team mate tip her toes into things that will make things easier for her. #txed
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Jun 14 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A1: Outstanding efforts to get parents more involved in the edu process #txed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A1 I am proud of the work we put in for our school garden. We ate corn from it tonight! #txed
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Home run! :) #txed
    In reply to @SIOWehmeyer
  • kristidonica Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A1: Started flexible seating in my room (as did @TiffannyLindsey ). I loved it & so did Ss! #TXed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:34 PM EDT
      Q1-Name something you're proud of that you, your team, or your school has done so far this year? #TXed
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A1: Love @KellerISD continuous improvement mindset & the servant leadership of @FRES117 admin. Choosing to do what's best for kids #TXed
  • Isham_Literacy Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A1 With our Superhero theme this year we celebrated Hero Behavior in our Ss! #txed
  • kendremilburn Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A1: Trying new things and going out on our own. Me and a T decided to make @ClassFlow lessons instead of the norm lessons. #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A1-It is always about the forward progress. We have come a long way. Still have a ways to go, but great things happened this year #TXed
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Awesome! I agree, it's so hard but so worth it. #txed
    In reply to @LBell_Yegua
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A1: Just got Google Certified Educator Level 1 done, on a personal level #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Oh please share how you got this started! #TXed
    In reply to @Hahne_KingEle
  • KristiHinze Jun 14 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Kristi Hinze from Brenham reporting from cattle show! Hanging in background tonight! #TXed
  • Mr_Portier Jun 14 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A1-#TXed-Our team piloted some flexible seating options and then turned around and wrote 5k worth of grants to change up our rooms next year
  • mjjohnson1216 Jun 14 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A1. I am so VERY proud of all of those on twitter who have supported the growth of #BookCampPD - Ts learning together! #TXed
  • PapaBacher Jun 14 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A1: I'm proud that I get to work with awesome teammates each summer at #CreativeCoders camp! @KelleyJAndrews & @smenifee rock #txed
  • JulieChang1 Jun 14 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    #txlege #txed Straus delivers remarks to a bunch of public school trustees, officials @tasbnews
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Awesome! It's great! #txed
    In reply to @kristidonica, @TiffannyLindsey
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    ooh. i just started this week! How was it? #txed
    In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Privilege to serve as a public school educator! Let's share our stories of being champions for kids! #TXed
    In reply to @PrincipalOgg
  • Isham_Literacy Jun 14 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A1 Personally I stepped out of my comfort zone and led a Twitter training for Teachers. #txed
  • PapaBacher Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    I was not invited for this 🌽. Over #txed
    In reply to @KelleyJAndrews
  • FarleyJeffrey Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A1) I'm proud of our #MMS Future Problem Solving team, just returned from #FPS INTERNATIONAL competition placing 3rd in the world. #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Got to remember this. We are doing a hero them next year. #TXed @KristiHinze @gseil7 @CounselorKoehl
    • Isham_Literacy Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT
      A1 With our Superhero theme this year we celebrated Hero Behavior in our Ss! #txed
  • mjjohnson1216 Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A1. So proud of the Ts and admin at the new school I was apart of this year placing students first! #TXed
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Awesome! I'm working on mine now. #txed
    In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Well done sir! Well done! #TXed
    • Wesley_Vinson38 Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT
      A1: Just got Google Certified Educator Level 1 done, on a personal level #txed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Questions 2 is on the way! #TXed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    aww.. see you are learning too! One of the kids said it was like magic! #coding #txed I am glad you are there!
    In reply to @PapaBacher, @smenifee
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Watch those cows! #TXed
    In reply to @KristiHinze
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A1: Kinder team @FRES117 worked diligently to equip students with essential skills to read using @letterlandmedia with fidelity #TXED
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    #txed choir practice was awesome! Ready for a great chat with an awesome #PLN
    In reply to @PrincipalOgg
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Q2-What are ways that you promote the positives about your campus? Why should we share good news with others? #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    How did that go? #TXed I am doing one in August
    In reply to @Isham_Literacy
  • jdeek Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    #TXed A1 State scores came in today. Proud to see that hard work is being rewarded. Our team continues to grow.
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    You rock sir #TXed
    In reply to @FarleyJeffrey
  • LBell_Yegua Jun 14 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A2 classroom FB page, district website, word of mouth - share anyway possible #TXed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT
      Q2-What are ways that you promote the positives about your campus? Why should we share good news with others? #TXed
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    P1 Our school based lessons on @AngelaMaiers book. Then we created groups, worked during extended learning time, & showcased. Took 15w #txed
    In reply to @PrincipalOgg, @AngelaMaiers
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Anna ate it all. :) over and gone. #txed
    In reply to @PapaBacher
  • SIOWehmeyer Jun 14 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A2 everytime I heard a negative, I replaced it with a "did you know at Alton we are doing------?" Worked everytime #TXed
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    P2 our plan next year is a lesson a week & then groups start after holidays. We did 2 lessons/week & activity & it was too much. #txed
    In reply to @PrincipalOgg
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A2-If we are not sharing the good news, someone else will share the bad news. Promote your awesome story! #TXed
  • Isham_Literacy Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Ts signed up for trainings they were interested in and I only had a handful attend. Would love to say they are active on twitter but.. #txed
    In reply to @PrincipalOgg
  • mjjohnson1216 Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    >THIS#TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Sharon, Reading & Dyslexia Specialist, 20 yrs of "re-wiring" brains to coding of reading & English #txed
  • FarleyJeffrey Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A1) I'm also proud of our students who have read over 600 books on @myONreader in their first week out of school for the summer. #READ #TXed
  • MelissaBalcom Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A1 Proud that I passed Google Certified Educator Level 2! #txed
  • kendremilburn Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A2: Blogs, Twitter, Instagram I have a classroom Insta and Twitter. Next year I'm going to have Ss be "Social Media Interns" who post! #TXed
  • Cat_Rancher Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A2- I take TONS of pictures to share on Dojo. Kids share a lot on SeeSaw. Try to brag on my kittens all the time! #txed
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A2:Sharing success & opportunities for improvement encourages others to take risks/challenge mediocrity. Acknowledge effort to improve #TXed
  • jdeek Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    #TXed A1 - I have had a busy year. Excited to be helping so many kids daily.
  • PapaBacher Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A2: We are always our biggest advocate, if we believe then our community will believe in our schools #txed
  • kristidonica Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A2: I love sharing the awesome things Ts & Ss are doing on Twitter or by talking them up to others/e-mail! #TXed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT
      Q2-What are ways that you promote the positives about your campus? Why should we share good news with others? #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    #TXed
    In reply to @SIOWehmeyer
  • mfricke25 Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Little late but I'm here! Monica, school counselor! #TXed
  • mjjohnson1216 Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A2. Been one of my fav graphics to share - positive school culture! #TXed
  • PrincipalSmart Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Good evening! Principal from Saskatchewan, Canada jumping in a bit late. #TXed
  • TeachFangs Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A2 "Growth Mindset"has become the recent buzzword, and rightly so. Positive Mindset should be a purposeful point of view too. #TXed
  • PrincipalNyberg Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    a2. Monday Memo contains 3-4 things that I consider "Amazing things that happen..." Weekly celebration :) #TXed
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A2 Showcase what Ts are doing In their rooms on twitter w/school #! Shoutouts and notes are great.Ts need recognition for all we do. #TXed
  • EPSPersonalized Jun 14 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Deeper Student Learning - Using Thinking Routines: @sfeigalhitch shares Research & Resources! https://t.co/7pd7graaNR #sblchat #txed #wiee
  • PrincipalVest - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Jennifer Vest, Principal of Brenham Elementary - jumping in late! #txed
  • bluebutterflysm Jun 14 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A1: starting on the GSuite journey #txed
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Way to go! Working on my level 2 now! #txed
    In reply to @MelissaBalcom
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A2: If we do not tell our story, someone else will. We must share our success & breakthroughs! Texas educators are changing lives! #TXed
  • MelissaBalcom Jun 14 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A2 Social media for sure...it's important to promote the positive to combat the negative! #Txed
  • Isham_Literacy Jun 14 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A2 We share positives in our weekly video newsletter. I share positives on Twitter. #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT
      Q2-What are ways that you promote the positives about your campus? Why should we share good news with others? #TXed
  • TeachFangs Jun 14 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Great job sir. We are preaching the same thing too! #TXed
    • TeachFangs Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT
      A2 "Growth Mindset"has become the recent buzzword, and rightly so. Positive Mindset should be a purposeful point of view too. #TXed
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Now you're awesome!! Congrats! #txed
    In reply to @MelissaBalcom
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Love the social media intern idea - we are planning to use these @AultElem also! @cheadhorn @jclements01 #txed
    In reply to @kendremilburn, @AultElem, @cheadhorn, @jclements01
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Howdy friend. How are things up north? #TXed
    In reply to @PrincipalSmart
  • FarleyJeffrey Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A2) In the Age of #DeVos, if we don't promote the good things public school students accomplish, we'll be finished. #customerservice #TXed
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A2: Through Twitter or social media; caution: consult your school's communication plan to figure out preferred methods as well! #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Detention for you #TXed
    In reply to @mfricke25
  • BrantonTech Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A2- I love sharing on Twitter because we are not only promoting our school, but giving ideas to other schools and we get ideas too #TXed
  • Isham_Literacy Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Love it! #txed
    In reply to @kendremilburn
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Get ready! Question 3 is up next! #TXed
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Jun 14 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A2: Putting your story out there allows resonance for the school's vision and mission in the community and world #txed
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Hey! So glad you're joining the #txed conversation!
    In reply to @mfricke25
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A2b Ts do so many amazing things. Why not share enhance Ss learning? #TXed
  • mfricke25 Jun 14 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A2: Staff shoutout at faculty meetings where staff brag on each other for + things they've seen! Ts too often just hear the neg.! #TXed
  • VickiSiever Jun 14 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Vicki Siever AP @CyFairYeager CFISD #txed
  • Mr_Portier Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A2- #txed - we all utilize social media to boost others up. You have to start small and boost self-esteem gradually.
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Q3-There has been a lot of criticism about public education today. What comments frustrate you the most? #TXed
  • mfricke25 Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A2 part 2: these are written on paper and hung up in Teacher's lounge! 🤗 #TXed
  • PrincipalSmart Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A2 Sharing the positives on twitter, Facebook, website and in the local press #TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A2: Tweet it! 💥 #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A2-We have really taken off with our Social Media. Proud of my staff taking part in the #AESSummerFun selfie challenge #TXed
  • PrincipalVest - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A1: Continued improvement in discipline data @CFISDKeith and @BrenhamElem, thrilled about team building & collab. already happening! #txed
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Hey! Great idea! Does this go out to staff or parents/community? #txed
    In reply to @PrincipalNyberg
  • BrantonTech Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Brittni ITS from Brenham jumping in.. couldn't put book down. Such an insight to HS ss lives #TXed
  • TeachFangs Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A2 Have you ever hand written a note of appreciation or encouragement to a colleague? It will hold a prominent place among mementos. #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Welcome to #TXed Vicki
    In reply to @VickiSiever, @CyFairYeager
  • PrincipalNyberg Jun 14 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Even before #DeVos Competition has existed for yrs. Public Ed must do a better job of promoting itslef against the many other options. #TXed
  • PrincipalSmart Jun 14 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A2 I thinks it shows we are proud of what we do when we share with others. #TXed
  • SIOWehmeyer Jun 14 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A3 watching the news daily and there's ANOTHER teacher preying on children... I can't EVEN!!! #TXed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A2 we have a google community for our parents. post cool things there. plus twitter. :) #txed
  • mjjohnson1216 Jun 14 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A3. Frustration comes in reading or hearing thoughts of those who think we can keep current ed model in place and help Ss #TXed
  • Isham_Literacy Jun 14 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A3 That we don't teach our Ss, we teach to the test! #txed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • PrincipalNyberg Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Staff, but I need to expand to stakeholders also. I'm adding a monthly newsletter next yr. Would be a great fit! Thx for the idea :) #txed
    In reply to @meredithakers
  • LBell_Yegua Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A3: it's the teachers' fault...from grades to behavior to you name it...#txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
      Q3-There has been a lot of criticism about public education today. What comments frustrate you the most? #TXed
  • VickiSiever Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A1 self manager award to celebrate & reward (weekly) our Ss #txed
  • FarleyJeffrey Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Agreed. I truly feel, though, that she has upped the ante. #TXed
    In reply to @PrincipalNyberg
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Oh my gosh, yes! #txed
    In reply to @SIOWehmeyer
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Hey!!! I know you! So glad you are joining #txed tonight! Welcome!
    In reply to @VickiSiever, @CyFairYeager
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A2: As we tell our story, it empowers our students. Showing them they have a contribution the world needs @AngelaMaiers #youmatter #TXed
  • kristidonica Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Yes! Very true!#TXed
    In reply to @mjjohnson1216
  • PrincipalNyberg Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    gas on the fire... #TXed
    In reply to @FarleyJeffrey
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Love this!!! Totally want to use!!! #txed
    In reply to @PrincipalNyberg
  • PrincipalSmart Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A3 Recently read that public school teachers do not care about their kids like a private school does. #Ridiculousness #TXed
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A3: I have not seen this criticism, can someone share a link? #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A3-That some will make comments but never step foot inside our school to see what it is really like. #txlege #TXed
  • nicolerlyons Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A2: Our campus PR Reps are a huge asset to telling our story. They are the eyes and ears of the campuses and I'm so thankful for them! #TXed
  • PrincipalSmart Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Welcome rain falling today! #TXed
    In reply to @PrincipalOgg
  • LBell_Yegua Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    I have a note that I keep under my keyboard from a T that I rcvd my 1st yr teaching. Just last yr I had the op to return the favor! #TXed
    • TeachFangs Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
      A2 Have you ever hand written a note of appreciation or encouragement to a colleague? It will hold a prominent place among mementos. #txed
  • TeachFangs Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A2 Simply saying you are positive doesn't mean you're encouraging or helpful. A campus must DO positive, then promote those actions. #txed
  • Cat_Rancher Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A3- That if every day isn't a happy fun time, we aren't doing our job or we don't care. #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    You are on fire Jillian! Keep it up #TXed
    In reply to @jillianburkhart, @AngelaMaiers
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Are there a lot of parents on your google community? #txed
    In reply to @KelleyJAndrews
  • jdeek Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    #TXed A3 Learning is messy and takes time. Frustrated that many think it's a process. Have to let the learning simmer and take hold.
  • PrincipalNyberg Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    a3. That everything will be okay. No need to change anything. Public Ed MUST evolve! We can do this!! #TXed
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A3 Hmmm...a few things come to mind re what I've heard. Ts taking advantage of children, Ts not helping Ss, Ts not doing their job. 😳🙄#TXed
  • MsAsAwesomeK Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Jumping in a bit late. Michelle, K Teacher! A1: I'm so proud of our school for planning and implementing our 1st Innovation Week!!! #Txed
    • mansfieldisd May 19 @ 4:31 PM EDT
      Smith Elementary students get introduced to new activities outside the normal scope of classroom curriculum during its first Innovation Week
  • bluebutterflysm Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Amen Sister Branton. @BrenhamISD enlightens & revitalizes me. I think that I work there in a parallel universe. TY 😇 #txed WWBD
    • BrantonTech Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT
      A2- I love sharing on Twitter because we are not only promoting our school, but giving ideas to other schools and we get ideas too #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    #TXed
    In reply to @PrincipalSmart
  • PrincipalNyberg Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    it's a great excuse for me to get out and take pictures all day long. Ts enjoy seeing their name/photos in print :) #txed
    In reply to @meredithakers
  • SIOWehmeyer Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Gotta step out tonight- Family time trumps all :) #TXed
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Awesome! Our principal is great with twitter. It's nice! #txed
    In reply to @Mr_Portier
  • MelissaBalcom Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A3 Current frustrating comments: kids don't need recess, certified librarians aren't necessary, and homework is important. #txed
  • Mr_Portier Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A3- #TXed- that by homeschooling my children I'm giving them the same eduation.
  • nicolerlyons Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A3: The misconception that people don't have school choice in public schools. There are choices all around! So many opportunities! #TXed
  • TeachFangs Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    You just became a hero to me. You got money for working your first year and it's probably gone by now. That note though... Real value. #txed
    In reply to @LBell_Yegua
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A3-That it is the teachers that make the taxes go up. #TXed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Question 4 is at the door! #TXed
  • FarleyJeffrey Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A3 I get frustrated when US kids (we teach EVERY child) are compared to kids in other nations where only the best get to go to school. #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Have fun friend #TXed
    In reply to @SIOWehmeyer
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    I made the choice to write a letter to each staff member last year. I love handwritten notes. #txed
    In reply to @TeachFangs
  • PrincipalVest - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Love Twitter & Facebook - saw this article and LOVE this idea. If we don't tell our story, someone else will! https://t.co/pfUmIpCCY2 #txed
  • BrantonTech Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    I love it @bluebutterflysm love learning from each other #txed
    • bluebutterflysm Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT
      Amen Sister Branton. @BrenhamISD enlightens & revitalizes me. I think that I work there in a parallel universe. TY 😇 #txed WWBD
      • BrantonTech Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT
        A2- I love sharing on Twitter because we are not only promoting our school, but giving ideas to other schools and we get ideas too #TXed
  • VickiSiever Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A2 increased positive posts on FB & Twitter, will be training student interns in the fall #txed
  • bluebutterflysm Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A3: 2: compared to other countries w/out details; financial w/out inc budget cuts. #txed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Q4-There are some that speak out against our profession and public schools. What is one thing that you would like them to know? #TXed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    yes..we have one for our 5th grade, but we post fun learning there. plus it's private. #txed
    In reply to @meredithakers
  • PrincipalNyberg Jun 14 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    I hate it when Jennifer makes me rethink things!!!! :) #txed
  • EducationPMC Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    #TXed joining late but looks like a lively conversation on the chat tonight!
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A4 Every student that walks through my door or path will be given the best education, respect & support all day every day! #TXed
  • HelenWilt Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A3 Comments like schools have enough money, even too much. What are Ts complaining about? They only work M-F, weekends & summers off #TXed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
      Q3-There has been a lot of criticism about public education today. What comments frustrate you the most? #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A4-We teach all kids. We don't turn them away. Sure we might have challenges but we love them none the less. #TXed
  • jackson_carrie Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Howdy #txed folks! It's been a long time! I'd like the naysayers to know that we public educators love kids more than they realize!
  • jdeek Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    #TXed A4 - With anything, think, learn and experience before commenting.
  • PrincipalVest - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    THIS. Love everything about this - simple, timely, and huge impact. #txed
    • mjjohnson1216 Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT
      A2. Been one of my fav graphics to share - positive school culture! #TXed
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A3:Negativity toward our profession. To see the dedication of time, hearts, & efforts to invest in lives of others...it's a calling #TXed
  • LBell_Yegua Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A4 that our day doesn't end w/the Ss...we keep working past the last bell, at home we think about our Ss as we lay our heads down #TXed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:55 PM EDT
      Q4-There are some that speak out against our profession and public schools. What is one thing that you would like them to know? #TXed
  • PrincipalSmart Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A4 I would want them to know that every day I feel lucky to work with the hardworking and loving people that I do. #childrenfirst #TXed
  • MsAsAwesomeK Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A3 Public Schools are lumped together as 1 when they vary by class, district, and state. Like Ss we can't compare apples to oranges. #Txed
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A4 The educators you hear about on the news are not most educators - the majority daily give their heart, soul, time and money for Ss #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:55 PM EDT
      Q4-There are some that speak out against our profession and public schools. What is one thing that you would like them to know? #TXed
  • jgentry281 Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A3) We do not instill values in our students. #TXed
  • EducationPMC Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A4 #TXed I see this so much in consulting. So much criticism. Wish #edTech folks spent more time in schools. Wonderful things happening . .
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:55 PM EDT
      Q4-There are some that speak out against our profession and public schools. What is one thing that you would like them to know? #TXed
  • PrincipalNyberg Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Like I said ...I'm watering this garden. On the possibilities :) #TXed
    • mjjohnson1216 Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT
      A2. Been one of my fav graphics to share - positive school culture! #TXed
  • LBell_Yegua Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Our job is NEVER done #TXed
    • LBell_Yegua Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT
      A4 that our day doesn't end w/the Ss...we keep working past the last bell, at home we think about our Ss as we lay our heads down #TXed
      • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:55 PM EDT
        Q4-There are some that speak out against our profession and public schools. What is one thing that you would like them to know? #TXed
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Kids have challenges? Had no idea! Don't we all? #txed
    In reply to @PrincipalOgg
  • TeachFangs Jun 14 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A4. Teachers are college graduates and can't use the restroom whenever they need to. They love your children. Ts are not quitters. #TXed
  • mjjohnson1216 Jun 14 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Please know you are appreciated! #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A4-That there are nights that we lose sleep over our students just as we would over our own children #TXed
  • Cat_Rancher Jun 14 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    A4- I work with"those kids". It's a calling. I love my kittens with all my heart and want the best for them. They matter. #txed
  • BrantonTech Jun 14 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Makes me so mad too! Please come visit our school and classrooms. Come teach, come sub! Then let's talk about what's best four our ss #txed
    • HelenWilt Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT
      A3 Comments like schools have enough money, even too much. What are Ts complaining about? They only work M-F, weekends & summers off #TXed
      • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
        Q3-There has been a lot of criticism about public education today. What comments frustrate you the most? #TXed
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Jun 14 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    A4: I would say that as a part of ensuring the tenets of democracy, public education needs to be supported in every way #txed
  • EducationPMC Jun 14 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    #TXed A4 part 2 - Even in the toughest situations, there are Ts and admins that are working so hard on behalf of Ss. Give 100% every day
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Aw thanks! Just wish others knew how much we care! Teachers, admin, district stakeholders-many of us invest our lives to build others' #TXed
    In reply to @PrincipalOgg, @AngelaMaiers
  • Isham_Literacy Jun 14 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    #kidsdeserveit If we didn't have a heart for kids, we wouldn't be there. #txed
    In reply to @jackson_carrie
  • HelenWilt Jun 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Q4 We work really hard & love your kids like they're our own. Some of us go home & cry about our Ss who are struggling, hungry, sad #TXed
  • Mr_Portier Jun 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    A4- #TXed - That it is a very difficult job. It's never the same day twice. Also this...
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Jun 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    A3: Does anyone have anything from the news today? I would like to see it if so. #txed
  • TeachFangs Jun 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Hey Michael, @PrincipalOgg thank you for your contributions to the profession. It serves all of us. #TXed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Feel alive because here comes Question 5 #TXed
  • BrantonTech Jun 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Makes me so mad too! Please come visit our school and classrooms. Come teach, come sub! Then let's talk about what's best for our ss #txed
    • HelenWilt Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT
      A3 Comments like schools have enough money, even too much. What are Ts complaining about? They only work M-F, weekends & summers off #TXed
      • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
        Q3-There has been a lot of criticism about public education today. What comments frustrate you the most? #TXed
  • MsAsAwesomeK Jun 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    A4-The lessons we teach are much deeper than acquiring knowledge. We are concerned with the whole child and what they will grow to be #Txed
  • FarleyJeffrey Jun 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    A4) I'd like public school critics to know that LEGIONS of us fight EVERY DAY to give EVERY CHILD the BEST education we can deliver. #TXed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:55 PM EDT
      Q4-There are some that speak out against our profession and public schools. What is one thing that you would like them to know? #TXed
  • CPESmissragan Jun 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    A4 This work is personal & this work matters. I invest of my whole heart in our kids & want each one of them to know they matter. #txed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    A4: We are here. Willing to value your feedback. We need you to help us be part of the solution. It takes all of us to succeed. #TXed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Q5-How do we make sure we listen to and learn from the opinions of others, even if they are not from our profession? #TXed
  • kmurfitt1 Jun 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    A1: I am proud that our staff celebrates each other and their accomplishments. #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    BOOM! #TXed
    • FarleyJeffrey Jun 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT
      A4) I'd like public school critics to know that LEGIONS of us fight EVERY DAY to give EVERY CHILD the BEST education we can deliver. #TXed
      • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:55 PM EDT
        Q4-There are some that speak out against our profession and public schools. What is one thing that you would like them to know? #TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Jun 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    A4: amount of edu, training, & work hrs that Tchrs put in = $150K+ business world job. Teach becuz we serve & are change-agents! #txed
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Jun 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    A4: I wd like for them to be a fly on the wall in my c/room for a week.See what is required from t's and how mny diffnt hats T's wear #txed
  • PrincipalVest - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    A3:Comments not based in fact, from those who have never set foot in a public school, or that insinuate my calling is merely a job.#txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT
      Q3-There has been a lot of criticism about public education today. What comments frustrate you the most? #TXed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    A4 How much of our time, soul, and energy we pour into their kids. My own personal get less of me often. :) #txed
  • kmurfitt1 Jun 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    A2: You are the face of your school. Tweet, post, and shout about the great things that are happening! #TXed
  • lulamaye Jun 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    A4 Many of us r in it bcause we love helping all Ss learn&grow. Daily we do more than is expected,quietly & often on our own dime. #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:55 PM EDT
      Q4-There are some that speak out against our profession and public schools. What is one thing that you would like them to know? #TXed
  • MelissaBalcom Jun 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    A4 I want to tell them how much I love my students and how much I enjoy sharing my love for books and reading with them. #Txed
  • cllowery Jun 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    A4: Ask them their story on how they ended up where they are.... odds are they were impacted by an educator sometime... #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    A5-Key is to listen with respect. Sometimes the lack of knowledge or understanding makes one to assume. Show them the reality #TXed
  • Mr_Portier Jun 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    A5 - #TXed - on some level we have to listen to outsiders because we are to close to the daily grind.
  • BrantonTech Jun 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    A5- I think having discussions w/ parents & community members & inviting them into our schools is a great way to learn from each other #TXed
  • CPESmissragan Jun 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    A5 Lead by example. Listen actively. Do what we teach our kids to do. Be open to growth, giving/receiving feedback. #TXed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • TeachFangs Jun 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    A5. We need to shut our mouths and open our minds. Hard to do for caretakers. #TXed
  • FarleyJeffrey Jun 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    A5 As educators, we constantly reflect on our craft. We look to business, psychology, technology, and others to inform new iterations. #TXed
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    A4:Naysayers-Roll up your sleeves & volunteer time at local schools. See diverse challenges being tackled head on so all will learn #TXed
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Jun 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    A5: What if we encouraged an opportunity for collaboration? Give an opportunity to be active in the education Break through barriers. #txed
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    A5 Continue to listen, read, grow, & do the best you can for your students. #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
      Q5-How do we make sure we listen to and learn from the opinions of others, even if they are not from our profession? #TXed
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    A5 Always keep an open mind. Listen and ask follow up questions to get to the root. Share truth #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
      Q5-How do we make sure we listen to and learn from the opinions of others, even if they are not from our profession? #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    A5-Goes back to making sure we are advocating the positives of our school. They don't know what we don't share #TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Jun 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    A5: Thank them for their investment & time. Ask how they can help us w positive change. #txed
  • PrincipalSmart Jun 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    A5 Be willing to listen and consider even when we are dealing with tough conversations. #TXed
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A5: Be intentional. Reach out. Leverage as much support from local community as possible. Together we can be the change! #TXed
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    We have the WATCH Dog program which brings dads into our school everyday. They are always so grateful and appreciative of us after! #txed
    • BrantonTech Jun 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
      A5- I think having discussions w/ parents & community members & inviting them into our schools is a great way to learn from each other #TXed
  • BrantonTech Jun 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Totally agree! Must keep an open mind, listen, and follow up. #txed
    • meredithakers - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
      A5 Always keep an open mind. Listen and ask follow up questions to get to the root. Share truth #txed
      • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
        Q5-How do we make sure we listen to and learn from the opinions of others, even if they are not from our profession? #TXed
  • Cat_Rancher Jun 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    #txed
    • Cat_Rancher Jun 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
      A5- Listen, reach out, ask questions, make connections- just like we teach our students.
  • nicolerlyons Jun 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A5: Create opportunities for parents/community to be involved. The more we interact and build relationships, the more we will listen. #TXed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A5 Always be objective, be empathetic when possible, and educate always! sometimes take deep breaths. #txed
  • kmurfitt1 Jun 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A4: Public education is one of the best gifts you can give your child.💕 #TXed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    And last but not least, here comes Question 6 #TXed
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Jun 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    A5: We have to realize that all criticism has some constructive pieces to it. Sometimes we need insight from the outside #TXed
  • cllowery Jun 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    A3: We aren't perfect, but We educate all FOR FREE & develop well rounded Ss. Private school Ss would often be a sussess due 2 parents #txed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Q6 How can we build the positive momentum in education to outweigh any negatives? #TXed
  • kmurfitt1 Jun 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A5: Make time to listen without creating a defensive responsive. Instead reflect and grow! #TXed
  • MelissaBalcom Jun 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A5 Make sure that we share is based in fact and data. Really listen. #txed
  • Mr_Portier Jun 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A5- #txed - I think sometimes we forget how closed our schools are physically that we don't realize how open they can be digitally
  • cllowery Jun 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Like the Dallas chief of police said... if you don't like it, apply and join us! You're either a problem or a solution... #Txed
    • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
      A4:Naysayers-Roll up your sleeves & volunteer time at local schools. See diverse challenges being tackled head on so all will learn #TXed
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A5:In each function, at all levels in @KellerISD ongoing feedback is collected & used for systemic improvement & sustainable change #TXed
  • mfricke25 Jun 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A4:Ts put time, sweat, & tears into giving Ss the best ed poss. They don't do it for the recog. or $,they do it bc it's their calling. #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A6-Focus on the positive. Believe in the positive. Your classroom becomes what you believe. Believe in what you can do #TXed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A6 Keep fighting the good fight! Be innovative, work hard, have passion for what you do. Speak for those that can't. #txed
  • PrincipalSmart Jun 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A7 We have to focus on the positives and the things we can control. Forget putting energy into things we cannot control. #TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Jun 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A6: continue to involve community. Successful teams work together. #txed
  • CPESmissragan Jun 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Q6 Make time for celebrations. Remember our purpose. This work matters. #TXed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Yes! #greatminds #txed
    In reply to @mfricke25
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Jun 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A6: Tell our story instead of letting someone else do it for us. Invite/Show parents and community what is happening in our classroom .#txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A6-Focus on your kids #kidsdeserveit #TXed
  • nicolerlyons Jun 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A6: Never stop telling the stories, no matter how small. It takes multiple positive stories to make someone forget one negative one. #TXed
  • HelenWilt Jun 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    The Gift of Failure slow chat is happening this month at #heartofclassroom Questions posted daily. All are welcome! #txed
  • PrincipalSmart Jun 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    It can be so hard but so important. Something I work on a lot. #Txed
    In reply to @kmurfitt1
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A6 Push forward with positivity & a plan to do good for students. Move forward. #TXed
  • PrincipalVest - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    I agree! Love this program! @WATCH_DOGS has allowed a true glimpse into our daily lives and our Dads always learned so much! #txed
    • meredithakers - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
      We have the WATCH Dog program which brings dads into our school everyday. They are always so grateful and appreciative of us after! #txed
      • BrantonTech Jun 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
        A5- I think having discussions w/ parents & community members & inviting them into our schools is a great way to learn from each other #TXed
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Jun 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A6: Every success story is made up of small success building towards a larger victory. Negatives need reframing as opportunities #txed
  • FarleyJeffrey Jun 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A6) Keep learning. Keep growing. Keep evolving to meet the constantly changing needs of our public schoolchildren. #TXed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A6 Never stop learning also! #txed
  • Mr_Portier Jun 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A6- #txed - Involve the community, give them a buy-in for ownership, just like the kids they'll follow you anywhere after that!
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Absolutely! Well said! For many, time spent volunteering in the classroom brings an awareness of the great responsibility we have. #TXed
    In reply to @cllowery
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    we have this program also! love it! #txed
    In reply to @PrincipalVest, @WATCH_DOGS
  • nicolerlyons Jun 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    And we know that for every negative story, there are thousands of positive stories happening. #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A6-Celebrate the awesomeness of your entire campus. Great things are happening in your room and the room down the hall #TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Jun 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A6: and, share with other schools. ❤️ how this is becoming the norm. TY to all those that continue to educate & guide me. #txed
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Jun 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    So important to focus on the good things not only happening in your classroom, but others too. Celebrate the beauty of education. #txed
    • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
      A6-Celebrate the awesomeness of your entire campus. Great things are happening in your room and the room down the hall #TXed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    Thanks to the #TXed team, and all of you, for joining us tonight. Don't forget to give your new friends a follow. See you next week!
  • MelissaBalcom Jun 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A6 Put kids first always. #txed
  • mburwitz Jun 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A6: new ideas & concepts are sometimes taken better in small doses #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    Great chat #TXed friends. Appreciate your knowledge and encouragement. Hope to see you next week. Enjoy your summer!
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A6:Keep connecting. Build network w/in community & PLN that's committed to sharing your story, being transparent, & willing to change. #TXed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • TeachFangs Jun 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A6. Here's the deal- as waves of the sea, problems are relentless. They're part of life. Don't wait for them to stop before you live! #TXed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Thanks for a fantastic chat #txed team and #txed tweeps! SO many good comments I couldn't keep up! #goodproblem You guys are on fire!
  • bluebutterflysm Jun 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    A6: OFfeR- Opportunity For Revision. Move forward & celebrate growth. #txed
  • FarleyJeffrey Jun 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    Sorry, #TXed. I gotta check out. Time to tuck in the kids. Rock on, you beautiful warriors. Enjoy whatever summer you get.
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    A6:Surround self w/those passionate about championing efforts of educators/leadership to address mediocrity & bring positive change! #TXed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • TeachFangs Jun 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Great learning tonight, all. Thank you. Stay out of the lounge, my friends. #TXed
  • mfricke25 Jun 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A7: Lead by example & remember that every day is a new day! Be your Ss superhero! Wake up thinking.... I get to change lives today!!! #txed
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Jun 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    @PrincipalOgg @KelleyJAndrews @pwagnerlcisd Great chat! Interesting questions! Thanks for your wisdom, everyone! #txed
  • bluebutterflysm Jun 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Awesome job @PrincipalOgg #txed
  • Hahne_KingEle Jun 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Fabulous chat tonight #TXed Have a great week!
  • jillianburkhart Jun 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    @KellerISD does a great job of highlighting positive things going on! Celebrating the intangibles (character, innovation, excellence) #TXed
    In reply to @nicolerlyons, @KellerISD
  • bluebutterflysm Jun 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Awesome job @PrincipalOgg @KelleyJAndrews @pwagnerlcisd #txed
  • TeachFangs Jun 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    Oh yes, one more thing, #TXed if a colleague isn't being professional or taking care of responsibilities, let them know- in a caring way.
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    Aww..Thank you.thank you very much.#txed
    In reply to @bluebutterflysm, @PrincipalOgg, @pwagnerlcisd
  • EduGladiators Jun 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    🏖 Is the work-life struggle real?SATURDAY #EduGladiators talks balance! #txed #ISTE2017 #engchat #CultureEd #FUSE17 #weirded #rsdchat
  • R13Coaches Jun 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    Race to Space will be at ICC! Pre-show savings! Check it out. It's amazing! #educoach #tlap #txed #ISTE17 #DigCitSuperstar #leadupchat #PLN
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Make sure to also thank @meredithakers and @PrincipalVest #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    Many thanks to @meredithakers for the awesome pic for our questions tonight. #TXed