#MASSPchat Archive | Participate

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:00 PM EST

Welcome to #masspchat Let's start w/introductions. I'm Steve Seward, MASSP Associate Director; Topic: Exploring Michigan Top 10-in-10 Goals.

participatechat Jan 9 @ 8:00 PM EST

Participate in the upcoming #MASSPchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/DYM2KgH6Mn

jennithunberg Jan 9 @ 8:02 PM EST

Good Evening! Jenni Thunberg, AP, Bay City Central #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:03 PM EST

Hello Jenni-- you are the first person to jump in (wish I had a prize for you). Welcome! #masspchat

jennithunberg Jan 9 @ 8:02 PM EST

Good Evening! Jenni Thunberg, AP, Bay City Central #masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:03 PM EST

Hello all! Steve Carlson, Principal of Sandusky Jr/Sr High School #masspchat

pfeiffersc Jan 9 @ 8:04 PM EST

Scott Pfeiffer, MS/HS Principal at Countryside Academy in Benton Habor. Happy 2017 all! #masspchat

EduGladiators Jan 9 @ 8:04 PM EST

🎉 #CelebrateMonday TONIGHT! #EduGladiators LIVE in 1hr w/@BrendanFetters ▶️ https://t.co/QVIuohkvhf #edtechclass #LearnLAP #MASSPchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hi Steve. Glad to have you aboard. #masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:03 PM EST

Hello all! Steve Carlson, Principal of Sandusky Jr/Sr High School #masspchat

PWtoddo Jan 9 @ 8:04 PM EST

@massp todd simmons P-W #masspchat

In reply to @sewardstephen, @massp

jennithunberg Jan 9 @ 8:04 PM EST

@MrCarlsonSHS is here! #masspchat

In reply to @MrCarlsonSHS

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:03 PM EST
Hello Jenni-- you are the first person to jump in (wish I had a prize for you). Welcome! #masspchat
- jennithunberg Jan 9 @ 8:02 PM EST
  
  Good Evening! Jenni Thunberg, AP, Bay City Central #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:04 PM EST

Welcome Scott. Our numbers for tonight are growing. #masspchat

pfeiffersc Jan 9 @ 8:04 PM EST

Scott Pfeiffer, MS/HS Principal at Countryside Academy in Benton Habor. Happy 2017 all! #masspchat

kvancuren Jan 9 @ 8:05 PM EST

Rockford ready to represent Midwest Michigan. #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:05 PM EST

Good Evening Todd-- Thanks for making the team to join the chat! #masspchat

PWtoddo Jan 9 @ 8:04 PM EST

@massp todd simmons P-W #masspchat
In reply to @sewardstephen, @massp

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:06 PM EST

Thanks for representing the Midwest Katy. Looking forward to hearing your thinking. #masspchat

kvancuren Jan 9 @ 8:05 PM EST

Rockford ready to represent Midwest Michigan. #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:06 PM EST

We will be using the Q1: and then you respond with A1: format to keep the chat organized and don't forget to include #masspchat

AndyK_BCC Jan 9 @ 8:06 PM EST

Andy Kowalczyk from Bay City Central #masspchat

OUSEHS Jan 9 @ 8:07 PM EST

Kaarin Averill tweeting for Oakland University School of Ed - former Principal and adjunct faculty #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:07 PM EST

Hi Andy- Welcome to the chat. #Masspchat

AndyK_BCC Jan 9 @ 8:06 PM EST

Andy Kowalczyk from Bay City Central #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:08 PM EST

Welcome. Looking forward to hearing your perspectives. #masspchat

OUSEHS Jan 9 @ 8:07 PM EST

Kaarin Averill tweeting for Oakland University School of Ed - former Principal and adjunct faculty #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:08 PM EST

Q1:In what ways is your system supporting the transition of students between various grades and courses to ensure success? #MASSPCHAT

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:08 PM EST

Sounds good. #masspchat

In reply to @sewardstephen

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:08 PM EST

Hi everyone! Looking forward to chatting. Bonus- multi task: Roll Tide or Go Tigers? #Masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:08 PM EST

Strong @massp BoD representation tonight! @PWtoddo @jennithunberg @kvancuren @AndyK_BCC #masspchat

In reply to @massp, @PWtoddo, @jennithunberg, @kvancuren, @AndyK_BCC

jennithunberg Jan 9 @ 8:09 PM EST

Go Tigers - tired of Roll Tide. #masspchat

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:08 PM EST

Hi everyone! Looking forward to chatting. Bonus- multi task: Roll Tide or Go Tigers? #Masspchat

OUSEHS Jan 9 @ 8:09 PM EST

Gotta go with the Tigers. Rooting for the underdog #masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:09 PM EST

#AlwaysATiger (wrong sport but you get the point!) #masspchat

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:08 PM EST

Hi everyone! Looking forward to chatting. Bonus- multi task: Roll Tide or Go Tigers? #Masspchat

pfeiffersc Jan 9 @ 8:10 PM EST

Enough of Bama already. A begrudging Go Tigers... #masspchat

AssignmentHelpN Jan 9 @ 8:10 PM EST

17 for ’17: Experts on E-learning & EdTech Trends for 2017 https://t.co/I9aiwWWsrV #edtechchat #flipclass #HolocaustEdChat #masspchat

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: #masspchat Key transition grades elem to middle to high, meet teachers, share content and achievement, student visits, etc.

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:11 PM EST

Thanks Deb for taking the lead on this one! getting teachers involved and sharing is HUGE! #masspchat

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: #masspchat Key transition grades elem to middle to high, meet teachers, share content and achievement, student visits, etc.

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1 (con't) Need to do more grade level by grade level. #masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1: Looking to strengthen the ways we do this. Will be perfect question to put before PLCs. Excited to see what others are doing #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:08 PM EST

Q1:In what ways is your system supporting the transition of students between various grades and courses to ensure success? #MASSPCHAT

RKT_HOPE Jan 9 @ 8:12 PM EST

Hello from Swartz Creek Academy - RKT here #masspchat

AndyK_BCC Jan 9 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1: trying to make each grade level comfortable with requirements and processes. Daily announcements from Principal w/ + msg. #masspchat

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1: Including parents in transition years is essential to S success- parent mtg during the 1st dance for 9th graders was a hit. #masspchat

jennithunberg Jan 9 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1: we have HS of the 21st Century voluntary after school program at both MS/HS to help students with core subject areas. #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 9 @ 8:13 PM EST

Brenda Tenniswood from SCCRESA joining a bit late tonight #masspchat

jennithunberg Jan 9 @ 8:14 PM EST

I agree 100%!! #masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:12 PM EST

@massp Not a Dabo fan but soooooooo tired of Saban
In reply to @jennithunberg, @massp

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:14 PM EST

Nice! Our best effort is made for those entering 7th grade, not much intentional done btwn other grades #masspchat

In reply to @Successdeb

pfeiffersc Jan 9 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1: Lots of discussion and curriculum work on vertical alignment #masspchat

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:14 PM EST

Thanks for joining us Brenda! #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 9 @ 8:13 PM EST

Brenda Tenniswood from SCCRESA joining a bit late tonight #masspchat

massignmenthelp Jan 9 @ 8:15 PM EST

Start a blog in college https://t.co/SW64eeDA9h #edtechchat #flipclass #HolocaustEdChat #LEARNLap #masspchat

OUSEHS Jan 9 @ 8:15 PM EST

Recently learned @BridgeMichigan that 28% adults in MI have college degrees so we have a lot of work to do with parents #masspchat

In reply to @massp, @BridgeMichigan

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:15 PM EST

A1 #MASSPCHAT One year, each grade level granted wishes for grade level above it. Ts made list of what Ss should . . .

btenniswood Jan 9 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1 Shared vison, expectations and common instructional practices are also valuable in ensuring smooth transition #masspchat

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1 #MASSPCHAT . . . prepared to do. At end of year, grade level teachers granted wishes - teachers showed what students learned!

AndyK_BCC Jan 9 @ 8:16 PM EST

Saban may be G.O.A.T. How can you not root for a winner? #ireallydontcare #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:17 PM EST

A1: Sound like this might be a great question to pose to staff. Coming up with a plan to ensure success for students & teachers. #masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:17 PM EST

Oh, what a great practice! #masspchat

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:15 PM EST

A1 #MASSPCHAT One year, each grade level granted wishes for grade level above it. Ts made list of what Ss should . . .

GSPlayDay Jan 9 @ 8:17 PM EST

What if the World Came Together to Play? It Is, Feb 1st. Will Your School? https://t.co/mTR9jp5vbQ #Masspchat Over 100,000 now ready to play

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q2: What are some ways you are collaborating w/ businesses, labor, & higher education-maximizing lifetime learning & success.? #MASSPCHAT

jennithunberg Jan 9 @ 8:18 PM EST

That goes against your thoughts on the Packers. #masspchat

AndyK_BCC Jan 9 @ 8:16 PM EST

Saban may be G.O.A.T. How can you not root for a winner? #ireallydontcare #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 9 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2: Two wk summer program incorporating PD for tchrs, students on site with businesses solving real prob. https://t.co/cYvXAQNAls #masspchat

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2: Always thought we needed to do more than 1 career day...internships, mentoring, etc needs to happen throughout high school. #MASSPCHAT

btenniswood Jan 9 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2 Regular collaboration with local educators, businesses and community members #masspchat

RMWynkoop Jan 9 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2: Matching building w/community business/org. Guest speakers, real-world connections, facility visits, River restoration #masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2: Long-standing tradition of hosting a big college night. Next yr we have a class for Seniors via pilot program w/ @MCANBrandy #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q2: What are some ways you are collaborating w/ businesses, labor, & higher education-maximizing lifetime learning & success.? #MASSPCHAT

AndyK_BCC Jan 9 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2: Working with State Park to employ students with IEP's for summer work. #masspchat

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2 #MASSPCHAT In Macomb County, had Manufacturing Day and also formed partnerships with local businesses. Loved the ACE club.

OUSEHS Jan 9 @ 8:20 PM EST

OU has a teaching and learning partnership with Avondale where undergrad T candidates learn in the K-12 setting #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 9 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2: Manufacturing day visits for all 10th graders in county. Really powerful #masspchat

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:20 PM EST

Awesome! #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 9 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2: Two wk summer program incorporating PD for tchrs, students on site with businesses solving real prob. https://t.co/cYvXAQNAls #masspchat

jennithunberg Jan 9 @ 8:21 PM EST

A2: extensive co-op program, businesses come in for mock interviews, strong partnership with our ISD career center #masspchat

kvancuren Jan 9 @ 8:21 PM EST

A2 for our srs in jeopardy of being non grads we have a mentorship program with Rotary. Lots of comm service. Huge success! #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q2: What are some ways you are collaborating w/ businesses, labor, & higher education-maximizing lifetime learning & success.? #MASSPCHAT

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:21 PM EST

This is such a great model! #masspchat

OUSEHS Jan 9 @ 8:20 PM EST

OU has a teaching and learning partnership with Avondale where undergrad T candidates learn in the K-12 setting #masspchat

OUSEHS Jan 9 @ 8:22 PM EST

OU also has adapted teacher graduate programs to individualize coursework to make it meaningful to T's, not just writing papers #masspchat

PWtoddo Jan 9 @ 8:22 PM EST

@massp industrial Ed advisory board, Careers10 & Careers12 courses, soup w/ Superintendent w/ local businesses, DE #masspchat

In reply to @sewardstephen, @massp

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:22 PM EST

BAM!#masspchat

kvancuren Jan 9 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2 for our srs in jeopardy of being non grads we have a mentorship program with Rotary. Lots of comm service. Huge success! #masspchat
- sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:17 PM EST
  
  Q2: What are some ways you are collaborating w/ businesses, labor, & higher education-maximizing lifetime learning & success.? #MASSPCHAT

MSTAMich Jan 9 @ 8:23 PM EST

#MiSciChat is Tonight! Spread the word! https://t.co/vhID8riu2u #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:23 PM EST

Question Number 3 on its way! #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:24 PM EST

Q3:What are some ways you ensure high-quality instruction in every classroom? -Ss meet their self-determined academic potential. #MASSPCHAT

EduGladiators Jan 9 @ 8:25 PM EST

🍎 #EduGladiators returns 1/14 w/@bethhill2829 ▶️ Join her LIVE afterwards https://t.co/8PDX5e1cDU #edtechclass #LearnLAP #MASSPchat

In reply to @bethhill2829

RKT_HOPE Jan 9 @ 8:25 PM EST

We have Graduation Coaches that consist of a plethora of representatives from different community organizations. #relationship #masspchat

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:25 PM EST

No too late to chime in! #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:23 PM EST

Question Number 3 on its way! #masspchat

pfeiffersc Jan 9 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3: I've been much busier with walkthoughs and follow-ups with Ts this year. Having good conversations and seeing good changes! #masspchat

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3 #MASSPCHAT Has to be a requirement. Ts need to know what high-quality work for Ss looks like.

btenniswood Jan 9 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3 Implemt. of 5D+ has really helped to shape/prompt powerful conversations about instruction for many in county. #masspchat

AndyK_BCC Jan 9 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3- Quality feedback after observations. Discussions after obs. are benifitial for student success. #masspchat

Frenchji Jan 9 @ 8:28 PM EST

#masspchat We are spending more time in classrooms increasing our knowledge and sharing ideas with all staff.

In reply to @sewardstephen

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:28 PM EST

YES! we need to be in classrooms vs in the office. Being visible is essential. #masspchat

pfeiffersc Jan 9 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3: I've been much busier with walkthoughs and follow-ups with Ts this year. Having good conversations and seeing good changes! #masspchat

jennithunberg Jan 9 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3: building wide initiatives including standard studies, academic word of the day, SAT question of the day #masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3: Rich T obs/eval protocol leads to high-quality instruction. Part of our focus ilis on Ss setting goals, monitoring prog, etc #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:24 PM EST

Q3:What are some ways you ensure high-quality instruction in every classroom? -Ss meet their self-determined academic potential. #MASSPCHAT

LTOchs Jan 9 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3 Start w SEL skills and establish strength-based culture in order for students to reach potential #masspchat

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3 #MASSPCHAT Need to monitor implementation of HQ strategies to ensure all students are getting the good stuff!

kvancuren Jan 9 @ 8:29 PM EST

A3 get into classrooms and ask questions of staff. Goal is 3-4 a day. Always follow up with noticings. Not afraid to challenge! #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:24 PM EST

Q3:What are some ways you ensure high-quality instruction in every classroom? -Ss meet their self-determined academic potential. #MASSPCHAT

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:29 PM EST

Timely feedback and questioning with true curiosity is truly a gift. #masspchat

AndyK_BCC Jan 9 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3- Quality feedback after observations. Discussions after obs. are benifitial for student success. #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 9 @ 8:29 PM EST

A3 Provide embedded PD and instructional coaching to support teachers. #masspchat

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:30 PM EST

Hi Lynn- Nice to have you with us! #masspchat

In reply to @LTOchs

PWtoddo Jan 9 @ 8:30 PM EST

@massp authentic, immediate observation feedback and effective, relevant, timely in-house PD #masspchat

In reply to @sewardstephen, @massp

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:31 PM EST

BAM! Changing the evaluation tool alone is not enough. #masspchat

btenniswood Jan 9 @ 8:29 PM EST

A3 Provide embedded PD and instructional coaching to support teachers. #masspchat

CollegeisYours Jan 9 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3 Do your teacher feedback methods work with counselors who do class lessons? #masspchat

OUSEHS Jan 9 @ 8:32 PM EST

A3. educators r working, but to be top 10 we need financial commitment in MI Top 10 states spend from 12 k - 14 k per student #masspchat

DonnaBoughner Jan 9 @ 8:32 PM EST

With courageous conversations! #masspchat

PWtoddo Jan 9 @ 8:30 PM EST

@massp authentic, immediate observation feedback and effective, relevant, timely in-house PD #masspchat
In reply to @sewardstephen, @massp

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:32 PM EST

What gets monitored is what gets done. implement, monitor, support...repeat, repeat, repeat until habits are formed. #masspchat

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3 #MASSPCHAT Need to monitor implementation of HQ strategies to ensure all students are getting the good stuff!

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:32 PM EST

A3 #MASSPCHAT The more time in classrooms, the better. Or in other spaces - if that's where the learning is occurring!

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:33 PM EST

The same principles of quality instruction apply! #masspchat

In reply to @CollegeisYours

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:33 PM EST

#masspchat is cooking now! Keep the conversation going... question 4 up in a few moments.

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:33 PM EST

+1 #masspchat

OUSEHS Jan 9 @ 8:32 PM EST

A3. educators r working, but to be top 10 we need financial commitment in MI Top 10 states spend from 12 k - 14 k per student #masspchat

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:35 PM EST

You can still put your 2 cents in! #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:33 PM EST

#masspchat is cooking now! Keep the conversation going... question 4 up in a few moments.

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q4:What are some strategies & activities that help reduce the impact of student high-risk factors & promote opportunities? #MASSPCHAT

Frenchji Jan 9 @ 8:36 PM EST

Bingo! #masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:33 PM EST
+1 #masspchat
- OUSEHS Jan 9 @ 8:32 PM EST
  
  A3. educators r working, but to be top 10 we need financial commitment in MI Top 10 states spend from 12 k - 14 k per student #masspchat

OUSEHS Jan 9 @ 8:37 PM EST

A4. #mindfulness and restorative practices are showing great promise #masspchat

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:38 PM EST

Important question... #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q4:What are some strategies & activities that help reduce the impact of student high-risk factors & promote opportunities? #MASSPCHAT

arinabokas Jan 9 @ 8:38 PM EST

Arina Bokas. Clarkston. Sorry for being late. Projects that develop student agency; making A4 #masspchat

CollegeisYours Jan 9 @ 8:38 PM EST

A4 1. Establish data based criteria btwn admins ts and counselors defining high risk. 2. Review all st records in August 3. #masspchat

pfeiffersc Jan 9 @ 8:38 PM EST

A4: RtI is helping struggling students. We still have work to do, but the concept is coming along. #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:39 PM EST

YES! Teaching life-long, transferable skills that will impact self and others. #masspchat

OUSEHS Jan 9 @ 8:37 PM EST

A4. #mindfulness and restorative practices are showing great promise #masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:39 PM EST

A4: Love to quote @DanielPink from Drive--lessons that promote purpose, autonomy, and mastery will engage ALL learners #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q4:What are some strategies & activities that help reduce the impact of student high-risk factors & promote opportunities? #MASSPCHAT

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:39 PM EST

A4 #MASSPCHAT Whatever it takes. Whatever it takes. Whatever it takes. We have to change up what we do to what works for the S.

btenniswood Jan 9 @ 8:39 PM EST

A4 Building positive relationships based on empathy, increasing student voice/choic, improving fluid intelligence #masspchat

CollegeisYours Jan 9 @ 8:39 PM EST

3. Develop intervention strategies as admin/t/cnslr team 4. Assess effectiveness .#masspchat

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:40 PM EST

Thanks for joining us Jedi Master! #masspchat

CollegeisYours Jan 9 @ 8:38 PM EST

A4 1. Establish data based criteria btwn admins ts and counselors defining high risk. 2. Review all st records in August 3. #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:40 PM EST

Sounds like a thoughtful process is in place to catch and support students. #masspchat

CollegeisYours Jan 9 @ 8:38 PM EST

A4 1. Establish data based criteria btwn admins ts and counselors defining high risk. 2. Review all st records in August 3. #masspchat

jennithunberg Jan 9 @ 8:40 PM EST

A4: #1 thing is building relationships with those Ss. #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q4:What are some strategies & activities that help reduce the impact of student high-risk factors & promote opportunities? #MASSPCHAT

AndyK_BCC Jan 9 @ 8:40 PM EST

A4: we have a link crew group made up of upper classman to mentor Freshman. #masspchat

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:40 PM EST

A4 #MASSPCHAT Relationships are key. Non-academic supports are key. Things you don't learn in a textbook are key.

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:41 PM EST

none of it matters without the relationships--great reminder! #MASSPCHAT

In reply to @btenniswood

arinabokas Jan 9 @ 8:42 PM EST

Sts need to see the reason and benefits of learnings. Can they make something and sell it to give back to community? Agency. A4 #masspchat

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:42 PM EST

Relationships with students & their parents are key! #masspchat

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:40 PM EST

A4 #MASSPCHAT Relationships are key. Non-academic supports are key. Things you don't learn in a textbook are key.

OUSEHS Jan 9 @ 8:42 PM EST

A4. All great ideas but we all need to advocate for more funding. Especially with Trump nominee for Ed Secy who favors vouchers #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:42 PM EST

Being willing to adapt for them is imperative--often hard & definitely selfless, egoless--however necessary. #masspchat

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:39 PM EST

A4 #MASSPCHAT Whatever it takes. Whatever it takes. Whatever it takes. We have to change up what we do to what works for the S.

PWtoddo Jan 9 @ 8:42 PM EST

@massp peer-mentoring, teacher office hrs., & attempting to get them plugged into co-curricular activities #masspchat

In reply to @sewardstephen, @massp

kvancuren Jan 9 @ 8:42 PM EST

A4. Continuing to hold accountable. Getting the team-parents/counselor/teacher/admin on same page. Working for success together #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q4:What are some strategies & activities that help reduce the impact of student high-risk factors & promote opportunities? #MASSPCHAT

CollegeisYours Jan 9 @ 8:43 PM EST

A4 National Sch Cnslr Week is coming up. Best gift-- buy this book and meet w/counselors to build action plan. #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:43 PM EST

Authentic Purpose. #masspchat

arinabokas Jan 9 @ 8:42 PM EST

Sts need to see the reason and benefits of learnings. Can they make something and sell it to give back to community? Agency. A4 #masspchat

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:44 PM EST

Tough sell w/current legislature...do more with less seems to be the prevailing mantra. #masspchat

OUSEHS Jan 9 @ 8:42 PM EST

A4. All great ideas but we all need to advocate for more funding. Especially with Trump nominee for Ed Secy who favors vouchers #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:45 PM EST

Lost track of time reading all of the tweets--YIKES. Here comes question 5. #masspchat

arinabokas Jan 9 @ 8:45 PM EST

Apprentinships; summer internships; learning outside of school location forcredit - partnerships with communities is the key. A4 #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:45 PM EST

5: What are some things you & staff do to engage & support parents/guardians as partners in their child’s education. #MASSPCHAT

LTOchs Jan 9 @ 8:45 PM EST

A4 #masspchat Agree - relationships are critical. Need to start w adults - relationship check-up amongst staff

OUSEHS Jan 9 @ 8:46 PM EST

We need to change this! Mobilize T's and Admins to become activists, not reactionary to the demands of non-educators #masspchat

In reply to @massp

kvancuren Jan 9 @ 8:47 PM EST

A5. Listen to them. Respond with love. #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:45 PM EST

5: What are some things you & staff do to engage & support parents/guardians as partners in their child’s education. #MASSPCHAT

arinabokas Jan 9 @ 8:47 PM EST

If the problem is beyond school walls, the solution should also involve parties outside of school walls. Partnerships. #MASSPchat

kvancuren Jan 9 @ 8:42 PM EST
A4. Continuing to hold accountable. Getting the team-parents/counselor/teacher/admin on same page. Working for success together #masspchat
- sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:36 PM EST
  
  Q4:What are some strategies & activities that help reduce the impact of student high-risk factors & promote opportunities? #MASSPCHAT

DonnaBoughner Jan 9 @ 8:48 PM EST

#masspchat I've been wondering about this lately. How can we make learning fun? Useful? 😝 #whenareweevergonnausethis?

arinabokas Jan 9 @ 8:42 PM EST

Sts need to see the reason and benefits of learnings. Can they make something and sell it to give back to community? Agency. A4 #masspchat

CollegeisYours Jan 9 @ 8:48 PM EST

A5 Write joint counselor/admin nwsltr emphasizing soft skills and developmental issues. #masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:48 PM EST

A5: As w/ students, relationships are key. Parents have to know how much we care & how invested we are in their child's success #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:45 PM EST

5: What are some things you & staff do to engage & support parents/guardians as partners in their child’s education. #MASSPCHAT

OUSEHS Jan 9 @ 8:48 PM EST

A4. Maybe the time is right for activism with new governor to be elected in 2 yrs #masspchat

LTOchs Jan 9 @ 8:49 PM EST

A5 Adopt a common language to celebrate what's strong in students, staff and parents #masspchat

kvancuren Jan 9 @ 8:47 PM EST
A5. Listen to them. Respond with love. #masspchat
- sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:45 PM EST
  
  5: What are some things you & staff do to engage & support parents/guardians as partners in their child’s education. #MASSPCHAT

arinabokas Jan 9 @ 8:50 PM EST

Parents are learners. Provide learning opportunites at different levels of edleadership. This is a chart based on my book. A5 #masspchat

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:50 PM EST

A5 #MASSPCHAT Again, relationships. Welcoming. In school: clinic, DHS, heat assistance, etc.

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:51 PM EST

Q6:What educational policy might you suggest creating/abandoning in order to raise student achievement & support local districts? #MASSPCHAT

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:51 PM EST

A5 #MASSPCHAT Staff who work w/parents grew up w/ them. Familiar. Trusted.

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:51 PM EST

A5: Offer "parent university" nights with topics parents need info on...mental health issues,social media, learning supports etc. #masspchat

arinabokas Jan 9 @ 8:52 PM EST

Relationships is again the first answer. Listening for understanding and considering perspectives go a long way. #masspchat

kvancuren Jan 9 @ 8:47 PM EST
A5. Listen to them. Respond with love. #masspchat
- sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:45 PM EST
  
  5: What are some things you & staff do to engage & support parents/guardians as partners in their child’s education. #MASSPCHAT

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:52 PM EST

Ding, ding last question!!! #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:51 PM EST

Q6:What educational policy might you suggest creating/abandoning in order to raise student achievement & support local districts? #MASSPCHAT

arinabokas Jan 9 @ 8:53 PM EST

Excellent point - we need to speak the same language to understand each other. Learning opportunities for parents. #masspchat

LTOchs Jan 9 @ 8:49 PM EST
A5 Adopt a common language to celebrate what's strong in students, staff and parents #masspchat
- kvancuren Jan 9 @ 8:47 PM EST
  
  A5. Listen to them. Respond with love. #masspchat
  
  sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:45 PM EST
  
  5: What are some things you & staff do to engage & support parents/guardians as partners in their child’s education. #MASSPCHAT

Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:53 PM EST

A5 #MASSPCHAT I love assessment, but assessment policies need to be TWEAKED, especially for 10 in 10.

DonnaBoughner Jan 9 @ 8:54 PM EST

#masspchat

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MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:54 PM EST

A6: I would say more incentives for schools to innovate, & less risk associated in doing so (school report cards) #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:51 PM EST

Q6:What educational policy might you suggest creating/abandoning in order to raise student achievement & support local districts? #MASSPCHAT

arinabokas Jan 9 @ 8:55 PM EST

Yes! Parents will respond if this is personally relevant to them. Just like with student learning If it touches me, I will engage #masspchat

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:51 PM EST

A5: Offer "parent university" nights with topics parents need info on...mental health issues,social media, learning supports etc. #masspchat

fakefoot Jan 9 @ 8:56 PM EST

A6: A policy to stabilize over time and give validity to our state assessment. #masspchat

sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:58 PM EST

Let’s work together to make Michigan a Top 10 State within 10 Years! @massp #masspchat. #strongertogether #forstudents! See you next week!

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arinabokas Jan 9 @ 8:59 PM EST

More local control is necessary. Policy and funds to create family learning structures and community supported learning. A6 #masspchat

MrCarlsonSHS Jan 9 @ 8:59 PM EST

Really great chat tonight! Thanks @sewardstephen & @massp #masspchat

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sewardstephen Jan 9 @ 8:58 PM EST

Let’s work together to make Michigan a Top 10 State within 10 Years! @massp #masspchat. #strongertogether #forstudents! See you next week!
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Successdeb Jan 9 @ 8:59 PM EST

#MASSPCHAT Good job on guiding tonight's discussion, Steve. Many thanks!

CollegeisYours Jan 9 @ 8:59 PM EST

Great questions, Steve! Have a good week, all-- and hug your counselors-- they'll wondercwhat you're up to! #masspchat

massp - Moderator Jan 9 @ 8:59 PM EST

Thanks everyone! Just in time to watch the game- great multitasking! Thank yo @sewardstephen - always learn from you! #masspchat

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