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btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:00 PM EST

Welcome! Tonight’s questions inspired by Teaching with Poverty in Mind by Eric Jensen- Ch 4 #Masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:00 PM EST

We will be using the Q1: & then you respond w/ A1: format to keep the chat organized. Don't forget to include #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

Mike_Alley59 Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST

Mike Alley, principal at St Clair middle school checking in. Thanks for helping us out tonight Ms Brenda #masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST

Steve Carlson, Principal of Sandusky Jr./Sr. High School. Happy to be chatting on such an important issue. #masspchat

mitchcenter Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST

Happy to be here. Chiming in from NJ - former school and district admins...currently an executive coach for principals. #masspchat

kvancuren Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST

Rockford in the house! seriously, I'm in the house-too icy outside #masspchat

Frenchji Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST

#MiPovertyMatters #masspchat Jim @Frenchji joining, Principal at Portage Northern High School.

In reply to @Frenchji

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hi Katy. Very safe and non-icy here-just great conversation. #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

MrDomagalski Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST

Mike Domagalski. @ECSDSchools Elementary Principal and Elem Curriculum Coordinator - Joining tonight for a while #masspchat

In reply to @ECSDSchools

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST

Welcome Jim. #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

JASteingraber Jan 16 @ 8:05 PM EST

Jason Principal @WilderSPS in Springfield, MO #masspchat

In reply to @WilderSPS

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:05 PM EST

First question on deck #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:06 PM EST

Welcome Jason #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:06 PM EST

School-level factors (SHARE) Supprt whle child, Hard Data, Accountability, Relatnshp buildng, Enrichmt Mindset #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:06 PM EST

Q1: What are you grateful for? What are you looking forward to in the new year? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

RMWynkoop Jan 16 @ 8:07 PM EST

#masspchat tonight?

In reply to @btenniswood

RMWynkoop Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST

Hey #MichED, #Mipovertymatters conversation continues this evening with the #masspchat Join the conversation

MrDomagalski Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1: Grateful for such a wonderful staff. Hope to create plans/programs to help support T's in 3rd grade Reading Bill and NGSS. #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST

Thanks Rachelle #masspchat

In reply to @RMWynkoop

JASteingraber Jan 16 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: I am grateful for my family, awesome school, staff, students, parents & @Cardinals. Looking forward to a WS win this year #masspchat

In reply to @Cardinals

Frenchji Jan 16 @ 8:10 PM EST

#masspchat #MiPovertyMatters A1: Grateful for family, great students, friends, super staff and supp families. S's success in learning

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 16 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: A great group of Ss, dedicated Ts, supportive community, & a chance to grow & learn with all of them daily. #masspchat #mipovertymatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:06 PM EST

Q1: What are you grateful for? What are you looking forward to in the new year? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

RMWynkoop Jan 16 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: Grateful for heat and plubming after my first winter camping experience this weekend! #brrrr #masspchat

JASteingraber Jan 16 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: Looking forward to hone my skills at providing effective feedback to teachers. #masspchat

mitchcenter Jan 16 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1 grateful for the adults who wake up everyday committed to protecting and educating our most vulnerable youth. #masspchat

Mike_Alley59 Jan 16 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1: among many personal items, I'm grateful for books like tonight's topic that brings light/focus to a very important topic #masspchat

giveawayseba Jan 16 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1: among many personal items, I'm grateful for books like tonight's topic that brings light/focus to a very important topic #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:11 PM EST

Glad you survived! #masspchat

In reply to @RMWynkoop

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:12 PM EST

Critically important topic #masspchat

In reply to @Mike_Alley59

AndyK_BCC Jan 16 @ 8:12 PM EST

Andy Kowalczyk Bay City Central A1: I hope the new year brings success to BCC and maturity to our freshman. #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:12 PM EST

Q2 up in a moment #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:13 PM EST

Q2a: What does "support of the whole child" mean? How well is your school meeting all students' needs? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

kvancuren Jan 16 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1 grateful -friends who listen and support. Looking forward to- being a better instructional leader #masspchat

JASteingraber Jan 16 @ 8:13 PM EST

@T_HEB Every time I view the "I have a Dream" speech and catch something I had missed. Awesome stuff #Masspchat

In reply to @T_HEB

T_HEB Jan 16 @ 8:12 PM EST

For me the best resource to open up a discussion is the video of his "I Have A Dream" speech. Much to digest & explore. #edtechchat

Mike_Alley59 Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST

It's all too easy to shut our doors and forget about everything that some students/families have to deal with on a daily basis #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:12 PM EST

Critically important topic #masspchat
In reply to @Mike_Alley59

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST

The longer I'm in the profession, the more I need to learn #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

In reply to @kvancuren

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:15 PM EST

Agreed! Empathy is so important. Easy to get lost in the details. #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @Mike_Alley59

MrDomagalski Jan 16 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2a: Support of the whole child means teach & mold academics, emotional, social ,behavioral, all in one. Always work in progress #masspchat

mitchcenter Jan 16 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2) whole child means recognizing kids are not just reading and math scores, that school is not just about academic acquisition #masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 16 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: Recognizing emotional needs as well as factors that stretch beyond schoolhouse. Like most, we work at this but can get better #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:13 PM EST

Q2a: What does "support of the whole child" mean? How well is your school meeting all students' needs? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:16 PM EST

We have to keep it all in mind...not just about academics. #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @MrDomagalski

AndyK_BCC Jan 16 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2: to me it means providing social, emotional, and educational support. We have many ways to help students in these ways. #masspchat

mitchcenter Jan 16 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2) As we educate whole child it's important to remember that while poverty is a challenge, it does not equal destiny. #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:18 PM EST

Yes-we have to see students as individuals and support all needs. #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

In reply to @AndyK_BCC

JASteingraber Jan 16 @ 8:18 PM EST

Q2: It's about providing an environment which wraps it's arms the child first, while bringing the community into the hug as well. #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:13 PM EST

Q2a: What does "support of the whole child" mean? How well is your school meeting all students' needs? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

kvancuren Jan 16 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2 listen to what is NOT being said. Provide options. Encourage and believe! #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:18 PM EST

DNA does not equal destiny. We can make a profound diff. in s lives. #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

In reply to @mitchcenter

Frenchji Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST

#masspchat A2: At HS level it's tougher to find what kids need...social pressures, etc, but we try to build relationships with all kids!

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST

Awesome analogy #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

In reply to @JASteingraber

JASteingraber Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST

@mitchcenter Yes. Nicely stated...it does not equal destiny. #masspchat

In reply to @mitchcenter

mitchcenter Jan 16 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2) As we educate whole child it's important to remember that while poverty is a challenge, it does not equal destiny. #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST

Q3 coming up next. Keep the awesome insights going. #masspchat #mipovertymatters

mgrosstaylor Jan 16 @ 8:20 PM EST

🗽Impossible is Nothing! Join me Tuesday w/ #divergEd as we Empower Students to Dream Bigger! #edtechchat #LearnLAP #flipclass #MASSPchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:20 PM EST

Q2b: What services and accommodations could your school add to help low-SES kids succeed? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 16 @ 8:21 PM EST

It always comes down to relationships! #masspchat #mipovertymatters

Frenchji Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST

#masspchat A2: At HS level it's tougher to find what kids need...social pressures, etc, but we try to build relationships with all kids!

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:21 PM EST

Totally agree. Relationships are the most important element. #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

In reply to @MrCarlsonSHS

JASteingraber Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST

A2b: We offer weekend backpack programs, homework club tutoring, as well as before school clubs. Anything to meet the needs of Ss #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:20 PM EST

Q2b: What services and accommodations could your school add to help low-SES kids succeed? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST

A2b: We need to consider some extended hour and weekend supports. Many Ss just need the gift of time...#masspchat #mipovertymatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:20 PM EST

Q2b: What services and accommodations could your school add to help low-SES kids succeed? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

AndyK_BCC Jan 16 @ 8:23 PM EST

A2b- Free After School tutorial with snacks and teachers available to help. Bus passes home also #masspchat

lpweakland Jan 16 @ 8:23 PM EST

#masspchat #MIPovertymatters Yes! Relationships are the building blocks for making a difference. Must start there.

In reply to @MrCarlsonSHS

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:23 PM EST

@MrCarlsonSHS School clubs r grt way to offer s enrichmnt-esp. imptant for kids from poverty. #masspchat #mi povertymatters

In reply to @JASteingraber, @MrCarlsonSHS

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:23 PM EST

Transportation can be a huge barrier. Great you're solving. #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @AndyK_BCC

mitchcenter Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST

A2b) health + nutrition + literacy = success. We need to flood homes with books and connect/offer other services when we can. #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST

Q3 relates to accountability, high expectations AND support #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST

Q3: How do you create a culture of accountability and excellence for both students and teachers? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

JASteingraber Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST

@MrCarlsonSHS Nicely stated. Anytime we can get our students in front of caring and relational adults, our students will flourish #masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
A2b: We need to consider some extended hour and weekend supports. Many Ss just need the gift of time...#masspchat #mipovertymatters
- btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:20 PM EST
  
  Q2b: What services and accommodations could your school add to help low-SES kids succeed? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

mitchcenter Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST

great point. We need to make sure all kids have safe passage to school and consistent, on time transport #masspchat

In reply to @btenniswood, @AndyK_BCC

DonnaBoughner Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST

#mipovertymatters #masspchat Great ideas!

mitchcenter Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST

A2b) home visits at the beginning of the year go a looking way. Families need to feel safe, not judged and supported. #masspchat

MrDomagalski Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST

Clear vision, relationships, clear learning targets, relationships, consistenr monitoring of data, relationships #masspchat

In reply to @btenniswood

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST

@mitchcenter It's all about connecting and forming relationships w/ parents too! #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @mitchcenter

mitchcenter Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST

A2b) home visits at the beginning of the year go a loooong way. Families need to feel safe, not judged and supported. #masspchat

Frenchji Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST

#masspchat #MiPovertyMatters A3 Let everyone know we are in this together; work to support and encourage, NOT blame. Beat the curriculum

Mike_Alley59 Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3: I think in a lot of ways it goes back to building relationships. Once that is done, S and T are more likely to want to excel #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST

Q3: How do you create a culture of accountability and excellence for both students and teachers? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3: Nobody rises to low expectations so we must seek to keep them high (with supports for those who need them). #masspchat #mipovertymatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST

Q3: How do you create a culture of accountability and excellence for both students and teachers? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

MrDomagalski Jan 16 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3: Clear vision, relationships, clear learning targets, relationships, consistent/fidelity monitoring of data, relationships #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST

Q3: How do you create a culture of accountability and excellence for both students and teachers? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

mitchcenter Jan 16 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3) culture of accountability starts on the first day and persists. Example: kid is absent, we call, visit, etc - immediately #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:28 PM EST

Absolutely. Excuses never result in success. Bringing people together is powerful. #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @Frenchji

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:29 PM EST

High expectations, empathy and support are key #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

In reply to @MrCarlsonSHS

JASteingraber Jan 16 @ 8:29 PM EST

A3: It's about providing effective feedback for Ss & Ts. Also, asking for feedback and putting it into action #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST

Q3: How do you create a culture of accountability and excellence for both students and teachers? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

DonnaBoughner Jan 16 @ 8:29 PM EST

#mipovertymatters #masspchat hold yourself, staff and students to same goals. College/career ready is a goal we are all accountable for.

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST

Q3: How do you create a culture of accountability and excellence for both students and teachers? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:29 PM EST

Absolutely! S don't care what you know, until they know you care #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @Mike_Alley59

Mike_Alley59 Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST

I do home visits that pay huge dividends not only with the student but also the family #masspchat.

mitchcenter Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST

A2b) home visits at the beginning of the year go a loooong way. Families need to feel safe, not judged and supported. #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST

Next question is on deck #masspchat #mipovertymatters

LTOchs Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST

Sorry jumping in late this wk. Q3 High expectations + high relationship = high performance for staff and students #masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 16 @ 8:31 PM EST

Crucial that we as leaders hold ourselves to the highest of standards. Never let anyone question your drive, ethics, passion #masspchat

DonnaBoughner Jan 16 @ 8:29 PM EST
#mipovertymatters #masspchat hold yourself, staff and students to same goals. College/career ready is a goal we are all accountable for.
- btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
  
  Q3: How do you create a culture of accountability and excellence for both students and teachers? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:31 PM EST

Q4: To strengthn expectations, what changes might your school need to make? Which chnges are most essential? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:32 PM EST

We have to embody the expectations we want our s and t to achieve. #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @MrCarlsonSHS

DonnaBoughner Jan 16 @ 8:32 PM EST

So great. Never took the time but this has got to be great!#masspchat #mipovertymatters

Mike_Alley59 Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
I do home visits that pay huge dividends not only with the student but also the family #masspchat.
- mitchcenter Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
  
  A2b) home visits at the beginning of the year go a loooong way. Families need to feel safe, not judged and supported. #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:33 PM EST

@Mike_Alley59 Positive phone calls home also great way to bld relationships. #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @DonnaBoughner, @Mike_Alley59

MrDomagalski Jan 16 @ 8:33 PM EST

A4: Essential to get on same page with technology/instruction and make time to focus of supporting whole child growth #masspchat

Mike_Alley59 Jan 16 @ 8:33 PM EST

If you put yourself in a position that your drive/ethics/passion is able to be questioned, you've lost the fight #masspchat.

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 16 @ 8:31 PM EST
Crucial that we as leaders hold ourselves to the highest of standards. Never let anyone question your drive, ethics, passion #masspchat
- DonnaBoughner Jan 16 @ 8:29 PM EST
  
  #mipovertymatters #masspchat hold yourself, staff and students to same goals. College/career ready is a goal we are all accountable for.
  
  btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
  
  Q3: How do you create a culture of accountability and excellence for both students and teachers? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 16 @ 8:34 PM EST

A4: Character grades would be a huge help on accountability of Ss. It would help quantify the soft skills needed for success #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:31 PM EST

Q4: To strengthn expectations, what changes might your school need to make? Which chnges are most essential? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:34 PM EST

Great point. Important to use all available resources to support s and t. #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @MrDomagalski

DonnaBoughner Jan 16 @ 8:35 PM EST

#masspchat #mipovertymatters for sure and we do positive postcards too so the whole house can see!

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:33 PM EST

@Mike_Alley59 Positive phone calls home also great way to bld relationships. #masspchat #mipovertymatters
In reply to @DonnaBoughner, @Mike_Alley59

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:35 PM EST

Love this. Unfortunately many perceive only that which is graded as important. #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @MrCarlsonSHS

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:35 PM EST

Well said! #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @Mike_Alley59

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST

Next Q coming up....#masspchat #mipovertymatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q5: Do you really know your students? How do you and your staff build strong relationships with students? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:37 PM EST

Relationships critical for students from poverty #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters S need role models, mentors who provide positive vision

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:38 PM EST

Jensen says, "if students aren't buying (caring), they're not learning." #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

AndyK_BCC Jan 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5- I wish I knew the students who don't get in trouble or are non athletes better. A lot of time is spent on the rascals. #masspchat

JASteingraber Jan 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5: I think if you are able to maintain the passion of why you are there, then relationships will fall into place. Passion=love #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q5: Do you really know your students? How do you and your staff build strong relationships with students? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5: An area of "perpetual beta". Many Ts are naturals, others recognize importance but need more strategies to succeed #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q5: Do you really know your students? How do you and your staff build strong relationships with students? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

LTOchs Jan 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

Q5 Know your students character strengths. Focus on what is strong not wrong w students. Advisory w strong SEL helps #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:41 PM EST

Great point Andy. Important to have strategies to see the non-rascals :) #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

In reply to @AndyK_BCC

kvancuren Jan 16 @ 8:41 PM EST

Life of an AP. So true! #masspchat

AndyK_BCC Jan 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5- I wish I knew the students who don't get in trouble or are non athletes better. A lot of time is spent on the rascals. #masspchat

Mike_Alley59 Jan 16 @ 8:42 PM EST

Lot of great feedback tonight. I'm Downshifting to "lurker mode", going to try to multitask. #masspchat.

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:42 PM EST

Agreed. The passion and love for teaching/leading infuses all. #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @JASteingraber

MrDomagalski Jan 16 @ 8:42 PM EST

A5: I'd like to think we know our students very well. Those relationships are sound foundation & backbone on why #palmsrocks. #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:42 PM EST

Love this. Focus on strengths and build upon them. Important to help s realize their strengths. #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @LTOchs

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:43 PM EST

Thanks Mike-really appreciate your insights #masspchat

In reply to @Mike_Alley59

kvancuren Jan 16 @ 8:43 PM EST

A5 Ask questions. Show interest. Be genuine and real #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:44 PM EST

Agreed. Also think it's important to admit mistakes #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @kvancuren

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:44 PM EST

Q6 on deck #masspchat #mipovertymatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:45 PM EST

Q6: Teaching is hard work. How do you support and value your staff? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:45 PM EST

Relationships with staff are just as important as those with students. (perhaps even more so) #masspchat #mipovertymatters

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 16 @ 8:47 PM EST

A6: Try to recognize effort as well as success. Try to build & strengthen relationships. Try to be a servant leader. #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:45 PM EST

Q6: Teaching is hard work. How do you support and value your staff? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

MrDomagalski Jan 16 @ 8:47 PM EST

A6: Listen & Engage! Solve concerns/problems together, give them tools & time, be as visible as possible, make S and P contacts. #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:45 PM EST

Q6: Teaching is hard work. How do you support and value your staff? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

AndyK_BCC Jan 16 @ 8:47 PM EST

A6: talk to staff when things are bad and when they are good. Support in all situations. #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:48 PM EST

BAM #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @MrDomagalski

mitchcenter Jan 16 @ 8:48 PM EST

A6) great ways to support teachers: provide conditions for on-going learning and provide them only with great colleagues. #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:48 PM EST

You cannot overcommunicate. Communication builds connections and shared understanding #masspchat #mipoverymatters

In reply to @AndyK_BCC

LTOchs Jan 16 @ 8:49 PM EST

Q6 Celebrate T's strengths too, not just students. Start w leaders and staff - expand to s. Hope you'll try #5tothrive challenge #masspchat

PWtoddo Jan 16 @ 8:49 PM EST

@massp A1: Family, students, Educators, and our community #masspchat

In reply to @btenniswood, @massp

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:50 PM EST

Next question coming up #masspchat #mipovertymatters

PWtoddo Jan 16 @ 8:51 PM EST

@massp we just worked on this today at our PD as we are lacking in mental/emotional health training & need to grow #masspchat

In reply to @btenniswood, @massp

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:51 PM EST

Q7 How do you help foster student engagement? #masspchat #mipovertymatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:52 PM EST

I think that's true for many. Easy to become hyper-focused on academics-only prt of picture. #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @PWtoddo, @massp

PWtoddo Jan 16 @ 8:52 PM EST

@massp attempting to lead by example and expect personal best from all of us #masspchat

In reply to @btenniswood, @massp

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 16 @ 8:53 PM EST

A7: Student Engagement gets its own dimension in 5D+! This is major emphasis of our craft & discussion pt in obs/evals #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:51 PM EST

Q7 How do you help foster student engagement? #masspchat #mipovertymatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:54 PM EST

Has become a primary topic of interest for most admin in my county. #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @MrCarlsonSHS

PWtoddo Jan 16 @ 8:54 PM EST

@massp A4: total shift from results orientation to process orientation #masspchat

In reply to @btenniswood, @massp

MrDomagalski Jan 16 @ 8:54 PM EST

@MrCarlsonSHS beat me to this one! Ummm nailed it! #masspchat

In reply to @MrCarlsonSHS

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 16 @ 8:53 PM EST
A7: Student Engagement gets its own dimension in 5D+! This is major emphasis of our craft & discussion pt in obs/evals #masspchat
- btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:51 PM EST
  
  Q7 How do you help foster student engagement? #masspchat #mipovertymatters

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:54 PM EST

A7 Kagan cooperative learning structures are powerful means to increase engagement, develop social norms and build relationships #masspchat

mitchcenter Jan 16 @ 8:55 PM EST

A7) Define it. Show examples and non-examples. Model engagement through all professional learning activities. #masspchat

PWtoddo Jan 16 @ 8:55 PM EST

@massp we attempt to teach a lot of team/relationship building activities in PD to give educators strategies to use #masspchat

In reply to @btenniswood, @massp

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:56 PM EST

Yes! Critically important to define collaboratively. Many different definitions otherwise. #Masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @mitchcenter

LTOchs Jan 16 @ 8:56 PM EST

A7 What drives engagement? Do we believe students have to find motivation before engagement? #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:57 PM EST

Great question. How do student voice and choice build authentic engagement? #masspchat #mipovertymatters

In reply to @LTOchs

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:57 PM EST

Last ? #masspchat

PWtoddo Jan 16 @ 8:57 PM EST

@massp just try to ask them what I can do for them and thank them for everything they do for our kids #masspchat

In reply to @btenniswood, @massp

btenniswood Jan 16 @ 8:57 PM EST

Q7: Which strategies for success work best for you personally? What new ones can you add to your "toolbox"? #masspchat #MiPovertyMatters

mitchcenter Jan 16 @ 8:57 PM EST

sort of a chicken and egg scenario, IMO. Engaging work motivates, and motivated students engage. #masspchat

In reply to @LTOchs