#connectedTL Archive
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Tuesday February 2, 2016
10:00 PM EST
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Let commence! This is for connected teacher leaders :)
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Hey, Central Valley Pal! Glad to have you!!
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A0: Matt Vaudrey, EdTech Coach and wrangler of pre-schoolers from Southern California.
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A0: Susan Stewart, Instructional Technology Coach in Fresno, CA.
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Hi all! Amanda, math/tech TOSA in Campbell, CA
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Great to see you all at the Twitter water cooler! Lindsey, Math/Tech coach from Campbell, CA https://t.co/8u1Y0lzP1d
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Evening everyone!
Chris Lee from Toronto!
Teaching and Learning coach, but currently personal diaper changer for my son.
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My tweets for next hour are on come join conv on Sowing Seeds of Leadership
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Hi I'll be rushing home so I can be in on the chat
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Hi I am Ryan. Tech TOSA from Rocklin CA
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Kirk from the Chicago Northshore. Teacher of 6-8th grade double accelerated math of a flipped classroom
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No Tweeting and Driving, Mister!
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Lol!! I don't trip-- email shmeemail! SUPER looking fwd to this topic-- way more important!
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Holla , checking in from 's couch.
Jed math/tech geek
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Steve from Hammond, IN. Algebra & tech team. Occasional play-by-play guy.
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A1: My third year teaching, I was department head in a tiny charter school. I realized I kinda liked steering the boat.
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A1: when asked to do a training by my principal. I LOVED facilitating the collaboration.
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A1: I had an amazing practicum prof. at and wanted to do that! Hope to become teacher preservice instructor on day!
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A1b: Once I left that school and found I had much more time to teach, I wanted to /teach/ adults, too.
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A1: When I realized leadership was where you can effect the most change. Happened early in my working career- before teaching
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A1: denied it for a while, 3rd/4th yr teaching I like leading small groups / small projects.
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A1: My very first year teaching I realized that I could impact students beyond my own classroom by sharing with the other Ts
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A1:Not sure I've ever had a realization-- just keeps happening. End up in leadership in all jobs https://t.co/SHWjCPso2k
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A1 Sharing my gradebook I made in Excel with veteran teachers & then having them ask me to teach them
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example? Shift manager in a store or something?
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Now I'm picturing you both side-by-side tweeting and sending out brilliance to our Math/Tech Voxer group
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I love spreadsheet ninjas. We need more of them.
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A1) When I seen the influence I had was making a difference! Sometime after 2010 (My Masters degree) <---Big Aha in career!
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A1 My biggest leadership influences tho come in football. watching & playing behind older leaders then taking when my turn came
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Kim, MS Science/STEM jumping in late, bedtime duty called
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Actually, this sounds pretty familiar...except I'm get not teaching anyone spreadsheets! Maybe GDrawings...
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A1: It kind of fell in my lap, I didn't intend to be a teacher leader, it just kinda happened
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awesome to have you here. Q1 was when did you know you wanted to be a leader.
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I created online class to teach T's how to blend \ learning. Very reflective and innovation after was remarkable.
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A1: I knew I wanted to be a teacher in 7th/8th grade.
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A1 somewhere between helping my comment team and serving as a new teacher mentor I started realizing I had a passion for it
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A1: Not sure I want/ed to be a "Leader". Do kind of like sharing cool stuff and bringing others along on the journey tho.
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A1: Everytime I learn something new that works I feel a fire inside of me to share out.
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hey dude,
what's a comment team?
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yes.. the tools can change but Ts need help more than ever
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That's exactly how I feel.
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that is awesome. Thanks for sharing here too.
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So late, so late, pardon my intrusion
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Well that's true, but really I meant that I'm terrible at spreadsheets :)
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Jeremiah, district math geek, Porterville, Ca
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Hi friends! Cate from Santa Clara happy to have made it after late afternoon PD and dinner/bathtime of 2 babies
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Hah! it's an autocorrect as I type on my phone racing to my desktop. oops should be content team
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Hi, can I ask you guys, what's the going rate for leading an hour-long PD session for a dept with whom you have no affiliation?
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A1: I've always had a passion 4 sharing my knowledge & leading by example. When others follow, u know something is right!
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ohh... gotcha... I hate math but loved when I saw that I could create simple formulas
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A2: empathy, listening, patience
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A2: Service. Your hands have to be in it to gain buy-in
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A1: I never wanted to lead, moving forward means I need to take lead, so be it, provided, I can empower others to do the same
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.A2: Put Ss needs before ur own. Have patience and urgency in balanced measure. Motivate the moribund. https://t.co/qUKbTEaFpZ
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A2: In Ed leadership you need thick skin, big ideas, drive to stay current, ability to listen, perseverance in problem-solving
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Wow I haven't gotten this much love since i told the girls I would stop giving them 100 kisses for evry time they didn't say hi
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A2 empathy, willingness to serve, passion for learning and helping students
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A2: Ed Ldrshp requires humility, ability to own the good and the bad, promise to make improvements in public
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A2: Listen.
All leaders must listen, like, at least twice as much as they talk.
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A2: To remember our roots! As Ts, we liked to be listened to, heard, made things applicable, timely, trusted, respected.
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I was wondering! But who am I to question Dan... I was ready to sign up for a spot on your comment team
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A2: think ahead, be flexible and adaptable, have a vision, be prepared to learn from others
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A2: I live servant leadership. Be the example, go the extra mile. Leaders empower others. We are better together.
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we may be onto something...
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A2: Open mind, decision making skills, fairness, willingness to try new things and continuously improve https://t.co/Nc2r6yYYJS
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A2) Ability to recognize leadership qualities -and amplify them OR be able to instill leadeship opportunities to others.
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Ah yes, the classic "other duties as assigned". I feel like that could be a whole chat in itself!
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With all these wonderful folks it is a party
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Yes! & I think that happens when ldrs continue to be teachers, right?! All ldrs should = lifetime lrnrs & tchrs
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Thanks for the very kind words (:
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Yes, empathy allows your perspective to change. That's when growth happens. Leaders grow
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Willingness to try is something that drives me everyday
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A2: Ed leadership requires patience, empathy, passion, follow-through
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A2: the ability to step back and let others forge their own path, w/just a little guidance/push from you
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Wow, officially forgiven, I thought I would have to go to confession or something...
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Thanks Ryan, how goes it?
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Absolutely! And I love your "humility." Many Ts we coach have bad taste from prev. coaches and one day PDs
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it's a great tool. I don't always remember it and can get bogged down in the bottom
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Yes! Knowing when to push and when to hold back!!!
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Not sure exactly when, but the point I realized I didn't have to share every stupid thought in my head was big.
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A2: take risks, be patient, lead by example, listen
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....aaaand comments like this are why we're so excited to see you
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Yeah, it's Amanda (: Now the party can really start
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In my new role the "let others forge" has been something I'm not used to but trying!
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Tomorrow I will have opportunity regarding access to Admin, what Qs might you still want answers too?
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. I'm not an employee, I'm consulting - usually I give presentations at conferences, getting paid is new.
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Kinda sounds like back in the classroom when I find it scary to let things go!
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Agreed servant leadership
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A2. Ts have to be willing to learn from mistakes and take risks along with their Ss
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Humbly stated, well done. Might this apply to all leadership...
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A2: The ability to see greatness in people and to bring it out
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Somebody hire this guy to be principal.
https://t.co/Zf1D7BTO9q
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A2: I live servant leadership. Be the example, go the extra mile. Leaders empower others. We are better together.
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, https://t.co/ChHmjrwIWk
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A2: the ability to step back and let others forge their own path, w/just a little guidance/push from you
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A2. Ts have to be willing to learn from mistakes and take risks along with their Ss
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thats a great "being connecetd" gif
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, me too https://t.co/g6gc6fJu3M
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it's a great tool. I don't always remember it and can get bogged down in the bottom
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the right time to start taking risks is now.
Learned this from good friends and won't forget it.
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When you say that term, in what ways does it mirror the great things you said in your answer
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That's why a blog is so vital; get all those thoughts out /somewhere/.
https://t.co/WZ3ibwOPwX
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Not sure exactly when, but the point I realized I didn't have to share every stupid thought in my head was big.
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A2: Modeling new ideas, knowing that you aren't the expert in everything, that there is power in letting your Ts lead, too!
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Trust me, no school would ever want that. I'd have Ss driving buses and Lunch ladies leading PE
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Ha! great minds and all that...
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A3 multiple leadership teams offer a variety of ways for teachers to have voice and to lead
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A3) At my former HS we implemented a prep period coaching model where teachers led small group PD
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A3: DO just started a Leadership Academy for Ts, Admins, Classified, etc. to build common culture https://t.co/TxWgUguJ4t
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Not sure I follow response (:
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Hakuma Mathada?! We need to see if domain name is available!
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A3: Besides lots of conferences, not much at the district level. My individual school sites may have stuff I don't know about.
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Ohh, I love that 'continuously improving' piece. Nice
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A3: There is a site at my district using Department Instructional Coaches(DICs)and they are monthly being trained on coaching
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A3: not enough
I'm a BIG fan of 's Instructional Networking
want 2 bring the awesome back 2
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Made that my personal goal for the school year. And yeah, it helps.to have a place to have all that stuff spill out.
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A3:Attended leadership academy last yr...
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Leading is about helping others reach a vision you work hard to empower others if you find glory it's for the Ts/Ss
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A3: We are starting ILT/PLC work. Also have systems in place for leaders to attend PD and use trainer of trainer models.
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can you share any of the details of this model?
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well… yes! And… all Ts, all coaches, parents, role models… all partners, spouses, besties… u name it!
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A3) I designed facilitate a new program with a local university called Innovative Instructional Leadership. 15 grad credits.
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. tell more about this https://t.co/3kzd3Bx7Hj
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A3: not enough
I'm a BIG fan of 's Instructional Networking
want 2 bring the awesome back 2
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A3: As a Digital Learning Coach, I work with fellows to become the experts to lead at their site
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Ahh, I was just wondering if other "industries" might require a different leadership style, which is why I asked (:
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A3: trial by 🔥! I have a buddy to lean on, we started together & are teacher leaders together, we now try to be that for others
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. I appreciate that you quote the Q in your response. It makes the Qs easier to find in a long chain of responses.
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A3: Self-directed PD to meet imdivid. wants; tons of PLCs; speakers/masters brought in; lots of co-planning. Awesome sauce.
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A3: Coaches need coaching, too! We have had a number of trainings as a coaching team - The Heart of Coaching, and Jim Knight
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A3 an instruction networking program to share the stuff Ts are doing, & opportunities for Ts to take risks leading
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A3: PLC presentations, opportunities to attend conferences, constant sharing
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it's like model teaching says my wife, but we need more on it.
Dan should blog about it
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A3) Uronic thing is the class we are in now is called Connected Educator Connected Classroom. This chat = great twitter find!
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A3: great question! Role models 4sure but we need more. Proud to say some schools have been using my book Along Came a Leader
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That is IRONIC. UGH. LOL.
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Glory through the success you bring out in others. I wonder if that's a better way to say, we're bttr 2gthr
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Cheers to not having to know everything.
Love to go deep into my passions & appreciate others can too.
https://t.co/skblHTq5hr
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A2: Modeling new ideas, knowing that you aren't the expert in everything, that there is power in letting your Ts lead, too!
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great way to build capacity
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HA! I should blog about it... We rotate through highlighting Practices, Innovation, EdTech, etc.
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Ahh man, I hope it wasn't cause I just got here (:
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A3) I'm sharing the original email / plan I did at my district when we pitched our Coaching Model https://t.co/X1owXH8M5n
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A3: speakers. Some edu podcasts offer some insight. Mentoring should be more prevalent.
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Nice, much better than if I created one. That's empowrig and I feel good now too
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PODCASTS!!!!! My fav way to learn and be inspired!
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once a month a T opens their door for others to come watch a lesson with a focus, lunch debrief
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Looks like is lurking , but not answering any Qs.
What's the deal, Hedge?
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Blog! Blog! Blog! (the crowd goes wild)
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I learn so much when I watch others in action!
https://t.co/n6pFlBISeo
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once a month a T opens their door for others to come watch a lesson with a focus, lunch debrief
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I do! Its at - Twitter chat is tomorrow at 8:30CST. Lead by participants!
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A3: We are implementing a trial the 1st two weeks of Feb in this regard
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START BLOGGING! (oh... but its hard.. I have like 10 drafts that I just can't find time to finish)
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A3: We conduct PLC and observe at least two other teachers in their craft. Not sure this method has 100% buy-in from staff.
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That’s amazing support! Go you guys!!
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A4: All who seek influence must earn and give respect because relationships and making people feel valued are everything
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A4: All who seek influence must ADAPT because you are about to UNLEARN and then RELEARN.
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A4: All who seek influence must 1ST STRUGGLE & STRETCH bc TRUE EMPATHY CANNOT BE TAUGHT; It comes from experiences -good & bad.
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A4: all who seek influence must listen because listening shows you which doors are open or can be opened & which need some WD40
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A4: all who seek influence must be a learner because we need to stay in touch with reality / humanity
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This is Connected Teacher Leaders. As leaders we can have any role TOSA, Coach, Principal, Sup, etc
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Thanks for the late night laugh
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A4...this sounds better https://t.co/1zigJFqUJO
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A4: All who seek influence must earn and give respect because relationships and making people feel valued are everything
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Give respect - being a model at all times — even when it’s a stretch.
YES.
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All who seek influence must wear dirty shoes, to show they aren't behind a desk all day.
h/t for that one.
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A4: All who seek influence must listen deeply because humans are motivated differently based on personal experience/knowledge
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I bet this is the motivation to complete it now!
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These are all great responses. Loving these thougths
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Nice, so how does a learner connect with these two word choices?
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A4: All who seek influence must be open minded because influence & inspiration can come from anywhere and from anyone.
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Wow- I finally showed up for Kathy reporting from beautiful So Cal. I teach 9th graders (biology)
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A4: All who seek influence must be chill because you can't force anyone to do anything.
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Ahh so it is not Connect Education Teacher Leaders
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Well it's cute now, but if, in 5 years, this problem still persists, seek alternative methods
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A4) All who seek influence must model what is wanted to help others see opportuniies and have applied understanding of request
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Reminds me of a Ted talk, forgetting all details of talk, but it'll come back
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A4: all who seek influence must also be a learner
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I wanna see a collection of all these “all who seek influence” statements in some graphic! I’m in edulove!
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Wow, glad I'm not the only one who was late, welcome kiddo
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Hhahahahahhaha.... so that's the age cutoff for cuteness to questionable behaviour!
Thanks!
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A4: All who seek influence must be willing to model because others need to know you're willing to take risks, too!
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I honestly am asking, I wasn't really sure which one it may be
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not sure that was a compliment. Mine may be dirty but they are RED! Glad you never got too comfy in the office.
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You speak the truth! https://t.co/q2B5SfSONf
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A4: All who seek influence must be chill because you can't force anyone to do anything.
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For this particular one, I think it's about right...would you agree
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Note to our selves- MAKE THIS GRAPHIC HAPPEN! (and buy web domain for hakuna mathada). https://t.co/vuAWYYoyFu
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I wanna see a collection of all these “all who seek influence” statements in some graphic! I’m in edulove!
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A5: unlocked doors,
better yet - take the door off,
make the walls windows.
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I would! I'd even say ONE YEAR from now. My house plumbing can't take it!
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A5: an empty office chair
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BC they have been out kickin' cow pies just like the rest of us!
https://t.co/xd5Yhk5JLo
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A4:
All who seek influence must wear dirty shoes, to show they aren't behind a desk all day.
h/t for that one.
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Already on it… I get impatient…
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Thanks Chris, I feel like I may have learned a little too much tonight (:
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A5 Remembering of how it is for those still in the classroom (time, planning, stress, grades, learning, etc) & empathy
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Love the simplicity and well spokeness of this response
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A4 all who seek influence must be willing to get their hands dirty in the thick of it because actions are louder than words
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A5: Around here at the board? The leaders themselves! There out coaching and co-teaching with others!
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Ohh, I like the actions louder than words piece, how often do we find ourselves the victim of this...
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A5 hopefully the leader because they are out there being part of the vision
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for awhile my lock screen was "facta non verba" to remind me
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A5 b And staying friends with those of us left behind. <sigh>
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Man. nailed it.
The knowledge that somebody else might be the best at a thing I need.
Or a thing I love to do.
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they must be willing to listen and encourage growth as well as be ready to be the role model for their peers😊
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Indeed.
's eloquence shows he knows this very well.
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A5c Respect & appreciation for those of us who are INFORMAL (aka unpaid & still in the classroom) leaders.
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Nicely said Matt, and so very true
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Nice Dan, that's a classy thing to do. Live the example. Awesome
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A6: Given an end, I like to ask Qs that bring to light a path from which the empowered may wonder down
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Hah! TY, it confused a lot of people, now I have a pic of my 2 girls! Another reminder of why I work hard with Ts
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A6) Empowering comes from Inspiring
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Who is that classy looking dude demanding so much respect
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A6: Build knowledge and capacity. Acknowledge starting points/strengths and support within ZPD. Remember kids are the focus
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giving not demanding. Kathleen rocks the classroom.
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Empower those /above/ by thanking them for their feedback on growth.
Even better when they ask for feedback, too.
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hi Susan how did you like that training?
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A6: Give them opportunities to lead (start small) and reflect on the leading
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Interesting, so your evolving from words to images, how those words manifest to reality
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A6: be their first follower, give them the confidence to lead
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A6- I help w/ problems & walk my colleagues through the solutions. I model risk taking & new skills. Ss talk about what we do
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A5: A plant! Every office or room needs a live plant.
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A6b: Empower those /below/ by thanking them for feedback and listening a lot before speaking.
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A6: When they do lead, show them off, tweet them, instagram them!
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A6: tell them they're going to lead, shock and awe,
then support them wholly in taking that risk
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A6c: Empower those /around/ by offering to work together on stuff, attend stuff together, and collaborate all the time.
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A5: By modeling a humility and never ending reflection
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Maybe my favorite response tonight!
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A6: Be humble, praise risk-taking in public, correct (support) in priv, let it go, get your hands dirty https://t.co/xCrpOE37VT
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Kathy definitely does that
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A6 Ask the questions I would want them to ask me, Give support where I can, followup to see how it is going
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Agree 100%. You read my mind!
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I don't know how you managed to say so much in 144, that's talent
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A6: To create teacher leaders, build them up, gentle nudges! Give them a platform or a voice to share with those around them!
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A6: By taking leaps and bounds together! Share the risks! Lots of follow up and encouragement.
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*late to the chat* A6: I ask what inspires them, & use that to inspire.
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Q6b: And sometimes be willing to have difficult conversations with those you lead AND those who lead you!
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is the key.
challenging and supporting each other seems to work best.
https://t.co/yIyNJs24cv
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A6c: Empower those /around/ by offering to work together on stuff, attend stuff together, and collaborate all the time.
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Great we sure need some of that awesome at our site😉
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A6) provide opportunities for them to shine. Recognize and share their stories
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Great leadrs inspire it in others
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tackling a difficult conversation leads to mutual respect.
Awesome!
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A6 Empower others by valuing people, sharing your vision, trusting in people, delegating and staying positive
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Love connecting from across the big state of CA with a common leader! That is what this month is all about!
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He knows that I think good of him but I doubt he knows I continue to use his work as a leader as a measure for other leaders
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so how could I get more info
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We can help others lead by:
Pushing others' thinking...
Ready to be pushed by them...
Learning together
Seeing the positives
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Yeaaaaaaaaaa us!
https://t.co/2eml2C7p1g
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Love connecting from across the big state of CA with a common leader! That is what this month is all about!
