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gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome back for the latest edition of #Wischat. Tonight's topic is March Madness, how best to deal with stress, workload, burnout, etc

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Please introduce yourself and let us know who your pick is to win the Final Four tournament. #Wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT

John Gunnell, middle school Principal fromBaraboo, WI Rooting for Bucky of course! #wischat

brynmw Mar 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Love to join in tonight (it's actually morning in Hangzhou, China), but I'm about to take a fast train to Quzhou to visit schools. #Wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

- Well welcome. Day or night, it is always a great time to learn. #Wischat

In reply to @brynmw

ritaplatt Mar 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Rita from St. Croix Falls. What is this "Final 4" of which you speak? #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

We will be following a Q1, Q2 ... A1, A2 format tonight. Remember to include #Wischat in all of your tweets.

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

- Hi Rita. Thanks for joining us once again. #Wischat

In reply to @ritaplatt

PrincipalNyberg Mar 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hello from Wyoming. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Q1: This tends to be a tough stretch in a school year. What are your biggest sources of stress at the moment? #Wischat

PrincipalNyberg Mar 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

a1. High stakes state/national testing and the time it wastes. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

- Hello, good evening. Thanks for being a part of #Wischat tonight.

In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

urenj Mar 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Jim from Florence . Go Wisconsin however not who I had picked. #Wischat

ritaplatt Mar 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Waiting 5 more days until spring break. I LOVE my job but right now 5 days feels like 500. #wischat

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gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Right now the biggest sources of stress involve preparing for the Forward Exam and managing EE. #wischat

urenj Mar 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 Keeping students going (need a break) ; Testing #Wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Another major source of stress this year has been a sharp rise in negative student behaviors. It has been kind of a crazy year. #wischat

brynmw Mar 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: I noticed moving to elem from Sec, the stress in my teachers Jan-Mar was so much higher bc no Feb turnaround. #Wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: We are also approaching a much needed break and you can really sense it. #wischat

PrincipalNyberg Mar 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Same boat out here. We can do this! #wischat

In reply to @ritaplatt

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: and ... We also have Parent-Teacher conferences going on this week. #wischat

brynmw Mar 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

I thought it was just me, but it seemed like we had weeks of full moons......#wischat

In reply to @gunnellAP

ritaplatt Mar 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Can we? Can we? I so appreciate your positive outlook. Me? I'm not entirely sure... LOL! #wischat

In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

NorthlandWI Mar 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1: biggest stress is hiring process. Need to nail every position. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2: How can administrators best assist their staff in terms of balancing the increased demands that are placed upon them? #Wischat

ThunderHardball Mar 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Matt, 4th grade teacher, Osseo-Fairchild joining late. Baseball practice begins tomorrow! #wischat #OnWisconsin

ritaplatt Mar 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Best gift my principal gave us? No PLC. We had 2 nights of conferences and no one wanted to meet and discuss anything. #wischat

PrincipalNyberg Mar 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

a2. Less is more. Can we find a way to get the same data with fewer assessments? Control what we can, let Trump handle the rest. #wischat

urenj Mar 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: our prin got us subs for 2 hours each to give us time to work on initiatives #wischat

NorthlandWI Mar 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A1:I try to give time when I can. Any way poss. I also demand teacher take students outside daily- mostly for their mental health #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

The best thing an administrator can do is have a positive attitude, smile a lot, laugh a lot & keep cheering students & staff on. #wischat

ThunderHardball Mar 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2) Be visible, check in with teachers. #wischat

NorthlandWI Mar 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: Always ask "Does it really matter?" If no- then move on. Be tight on a few things and loose on the rest #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: Stay focused on teaching and learning and keep having fun. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: Admin can try to find a few things that they can take off of a teacher's plate. #wischat

PrincipalNyberg Mar 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

a2. Trying to give my Ts a couple of S free hours at the end of each quarter to use as needed. We call it Happy Days :) #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Q3: How do you personally find ways to relax and get away from the day to day stresses of being a dedicated educator? #Wischat

GZittergruen Mar 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A-2: Need to be held accountable for providing meaningful and purposeful activities and opportunities that embrace balance! #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: I try to be present for my own family and separate family time from work time as much as possible. It can be very difficult. #wischat

ThunderHardball Mar 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Coaching, Settlers of Catan with my 3 boys, watching March Madness #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: I read, I write, I listen to music. I am really looking forward to watching baseball and going fishing soon. #wischat

NorthlandWI Mar 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: Dogsledding in winter. Hunting in fall. Firefighting as a volunteer. Lots of porch sitting in summer. #wischat

NorthlandWI Mar 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: and pretending it's not so bad as a single administrator in a small town 😂 #wischat

PrincipalNyberg Mar 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

a3. This week I sneaked a little college bball on my computer. I hope all my Ts that follow me on Twitter don't read that, lol. #wischat

urenj Mar 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: family time and time permitting workouts #wischat

PrincipalNyberg Mar 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

a3b. Also got on the water and landed the hog you see in my profile pic :) #wischat

GZittergruen Mar 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A-3: Take the dog for a walk, decompress, and clear the head - even if for a short period of time it is essential - treat yourself! #Wischat

ThunderHardball Mar 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: Hunting, fishing, I also umpire amateur adult baseball in the summer. #wischat

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gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3: Wine, women (well one), song. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Q4: This is also a very difficult stretch for our students. How do we keep them engaged during this time? #Wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4: Keep your eyes on the prize. It is ALWAYS about relationships. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4: pay attention to what is going on with kids. They really need us to be at the top of our game. #wischat

NorthlandWI Mar 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4: Get them outside often. More brain breaks. Creative lessons. Adaptable lessons. Less is sometimes more. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: Keep things fresh. Keep things fun. Have a sense of humor. Maintain a positive attitude. #Wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: Teach well. Effective instruction cures a lot of ills. #Wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

- I think that is so important for kids, especially these days. Get them connected with nature. #wischat

In reply to @NorthlandWI

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

It's a great time to remind kids that we live in an amazing, incredible, mysterious world of wonder. Help them discover cool stuff. #wischat

PrincipalNyberg Mar 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

a4. Pro Tip: Remember what you do right now to keep Ss engaged, and then do that all the time :) #wischat

NorthlandWI Mar 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: Last year we brought in goats to combat invasive species. The kids loved it! Also have huge School gardens and forests. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A4: Łearning is about discovery, it's about experiences, and it's about connections to the larger world. Help kids feel life. #wischat

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gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q5: What are the greatest sources of stress for your students and how can we best support them at this time? #Wischat

PrincipalNyberg Mar 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

a5. Sad to report, but for some of my Ss going home over Spring Break is a huge cause... ...open to ideas folks #wischat

NorthlandWI Mar 19 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Q5: depends on the age. For MS it is friendships. EL is usually home stressors. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A5: The greatest source of stress for many kids is the uncertainty that comes from fractured family situations = Survival Mode. #wischat

ThunderHardball Mar 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: For some, it is the Forward exam we have coming up. We have healthy snacks, gum to chew, and breaks built in to help #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: We are seeing more and more trauma in kids that seems to be present at earlier ages. #wischat

NorthlandWI Mar 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5: a kids need of love,power, fun, and freedom only matter if the survival need is met. #wischat

NorthlandWI Mar 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

yes. It is increasing rapidly. #wischat

In reply to @gunnellAP

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5: Many students need to SEE, HEAR and FEEL that they are welcomed, valued and worthy of our unconditional support. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Q6: In what way does "school" add to the stress level of kids and families? #Wischat

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gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Let me restate that. All students need to SEE, HEAR + FEEL that they are welcomed, valued and worthy of our unconditional support. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A6: Schools are institutions and institutions have a tendency to respond adversely to individualized needs. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A6: We are not adequately prepared to meet the diverse needs that kids bring to school every day. We lack the resources we need. #wischat

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NorthlandWI Mar 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Q6: not properly understanding student needs. Punishment instead of restitution. Lack of empathy from even one person. Homework #wischat

ThunderHardball Mar 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6: Homework can be a huge cause of stress at home. Only give it if it is valuable and needed to enhance the lesson. No busy work! #wischat

urenj Mar 19 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A6: thinking trauma. Don't know what is happening in private life and school needs could be last on their minds.#wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Q7: Any parting words of wisdom for teachers and administrators to help reduce their stress level? #Wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Mar 19 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A7: "Take care of yourself. Take care of each other. Take care of kids." ~ John Gunnell #wischat

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