#APChat Archive

Professional development expert Jared Wastler, hosts a Twitter conversation at 8:00 p.m. (ET) using #APChat.

Sunday October 16, 2016
8:00 PM EDT

  • jcwastler - Moderator Oct 16 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #APChat. Please take a moment and introduce yourself.
  • LBell_Yegua Oct 16 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Lindsay from Texas! Good evening all! #apchat
  • jcwastler - Moderator Oct 16 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Jared Wastler, HS Principal, @NASSP PD Faculty, and moderator for #APChat
  • timnap Oct 16 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi, Tim from CT. Elementary AP. Thank you for hosting! #APChat
  • jcwastler - Moderator Oct 16 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Tonight we are discussing "Fostering an Environment for Growth" #APChat
  • RobinColetrain Oct 16 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Robin Coletrain, Priincipal. Checking in from South Carolina. Love topic #apchat
  • RobinColetrain Oct 16 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A4. I reflect daily, constantly work on relationships, seeking to understand. #apchat
  • LBell_Yegua Oct 16 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Is it an environment for Ts? Ss? Both? I need support/ideas for the Ts on my campus! #apchat
  • massignmenthelp Oct 16 @ 8:15 PM EDT
  • virgilalligator Oct 16 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Sharin, Middle School AP from @waukeshaschools outside Milwaukee joining tonight #apchat
  • jcwastler - Moderator Oct 16 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Q2: How can we foster environments that promote growth for teachers? #APChat
  • LBell_Yegua Oct 16 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    I missed Q1...can some retweet or share? #APchat
  • virgilalligator Oct 16 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Sharin, Middle School AP from @waukeshaschools teetering between #wischat and #APChat tonight. Looks like similar topics, too!
  • LBell_Yegua Oct 16 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: provide support through open door policy; regular, but informal checkins b4 school, during conf or after school #APchat
  • mrsbharrell Oct 16 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Brooke, AP from MD jumping in. A2: Create safety in taking risks with new ideas, listening to needs and input. #apchat
  • RobinColetrain Oct 16 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A4. We huddle a lot. Quick meeting in the halllway, constantly work on relationships, seeking to understand, & being trustworthy #apchat
  • RobinColetrain Oct 16 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2. We huddle a lot. Quick meeting in the halllway, constantly work on relationships, seeking to understand, & being trustworthy #apchat
  • jwmsAP_WtownHS Oct 16 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Jon, AP from NC joining in! Q2: Relationships with all school stakeholders is key - especially teachers! #APChat
  • virgilalligator Oct 16 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A2: I'm a big proponent of thinking broad--giving Ts more ownership for what they want to learn, how they will learn it and show it #apchat
  • mitchcenter Oct 16 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A2) hire folks who are reflective and believe in power of continuous improvement; create environment where feedback is embraced #apchat
  • jcwastler - Moderator Oct 16 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Q3: How can we foster environments that promote growth for students? #APChat
  • mitchcenter Oct 16 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    @virgilalligator agree. Teacher directed is important. Different people need different things at different times. Just like students #apchat
  • TJParrish28 Oct 16 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    TJ from NC, jumping in. A2) We encourage teacher growth when we help them feel comfortable taking risks. #APChat
  • mrsbharrell Oct 16 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: I've seen Ts do some great things with Ss goal setting & 2nd chance learning- showing Ss that room for growth is not weakness #apchat
  • LBell_Yegua Oct 16 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3:by helping our Ts grow we help our Ss grow. Foster an atmosphere that encourages risk taking, even at the risk of failing #APchat
  • TJParrish28 Oct 16 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3)We start by talking with students about having a growth mindset. Teach them that they have the ability to become their dream. #APChat
  • mitchcenter Oct 16 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3) read Mindset! Discuss growth vs fixed mindsets and really dig in with staff - fixed mindset is bit of an epedemic in schools. #apchat
  • virgilalligator Oct 16 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A3: At the core, going back to basics by 1st knowing our learners. Then, we know where they are at to grow them. Simple, but true #apchat
  • bmenegoni Oct 16 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A3: From a HS perspective, get rid of grades #apchat
  • virgilalligator Oct 16 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    @mitchcenter My question earlier to myself when reflecting on staff/Ts, "How can we expect Ss to have Growth Mindset if WE don't?" #apchat
  • mitchcenter Oct 16 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A3) make sure structures don't reinforce bad beliefs. In other words, is there tracking? Are instructional groups truly flexible? #apchat
  • RobinColetrain Oct 16 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A3. Relationships, Risk-taking, Acceptance, building on weaknesses. Having a space everyone can see themselves in. #APChat
  • virgilalligator Oct 16 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    @bmenegoni And MS! Grades suck the passion out of LEARNING. I'd add, "get rid of x + x = School. Change to x + x + x = LEARNING #apchat
  • mitchcenter Oct 16 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A3) celebrate growth and progress, not just performance and perfection. For adults and kids. #apchat
  • jwmsAP_WtownHS Oct 16 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Q3: Admins have 2 model 4 Ts how 2 treat Ss- w/ respect, dignity, compassion. Again relationships are key-in halls, gym, classrooms! #APChat
  • virgilalligator Oct 16 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    @RobinColetrain I like the 'having a space everyone can see themselves in." and how do we really achieve that? #apchat
  • virgilalligator Oct 16 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    @gunnellAP Just discussing the SAME thing over in #apchat right now. Get rid of Grades, focus on Learning and Feedback.
  • TJParrish28 Oct 16 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A3) Also, students become more interested in improving skills when they believe their learning is relevant. #apchat
  • jcwastler - Moderator Oct 16 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Q4: What common barriers keep us from fostering sustainable environment for growth? #APChat
  • TJParrish28 Oct 16 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4) getting caught up in "adult" issues, being distracted, not focusing on student learning #apchat
  • virgilalligator Oct 16 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4: Constraints from District: grading, tests/assessments, checklists, sometimes behaviors, pressure of content/curriculum #apchat
  • RobinColetrain Oct 16 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4 Status quo and fixed mindset are some of the biggest barriers to fostering sustainable environment for growth. #APChat
  • mrsbharrell Oct 16 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4: "This is how we've always done it." #apchat
  • LBell_Yegua Oct 16 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Lack of staff buy in, unwilling to change/adapt #apchat
  • jcwastler - Moderator Oct 16 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Q5: Final thoughts, resources, and commitments to fostering environments for growth? #APChat
  • virgilalligator Oct 16 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5: Continue to hold the bar high. Those who want to, will grow and empower Ss to grow --modeling as a leader helps tremendously! #apchat
  • mitchcenter Oct 16 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A4) culture of nice prevents progress. We are sometimes more concerned with making adults feel comfortable than we are pushing #APChat
  • mitchcenter Oct 16 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5) starts with leaders. Model being a learner, being vulnerable, being challenged. Then expect of T's who will filter to students. #APChat
  • TJParrish28 Oct 16 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5) this comes to my mind It's time for us all to have the courage to be our best. Take chances. Be bold. Get creative celebrate Ss #APChat
  • jcwastler - Moderator Oct 16 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Be sure to check out our Expert of the Week at the @NASSP website this Tuesday. #APChat
  • RobinColetrain Oct 16 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A5.Continue to model & set bar, build relationships, be trustworthy, take chances, put Ss first, & Admin need an outlet to breathe #APChat
  • jcwastler - Moderator Oct 16 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    @virgilalligator Surprised how much I have heard schools talk about students focused on growth, yet nothing changes for the adults #APChat
  • jcwastler - Moderator Oct 16 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Be better every day in every way - our students deserve it #APChat
  • mitchcenter Oct 16 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    APs - After 6 yrs managing/supporting leaders, I'm now a coach specializing in teacher Ob/fdbck/eval. Contact me if interested :) #apchat
  • jcwastler - Moderator Oct 16 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Be sure to check out #princhat coming up next with my friend and yours @winstonsakurai #APChat
  • mitchcenter Oct 16 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    In most districts, APs conduct 60-80% of all teacher observations and evaluations. HUGE influence on schools. Ya'll rock!! #APChat
  • winstonsakurai Oct 16 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    @jcwastler Mahalo Jared! Appreciate the friendship! #APChat