#TMchat Archive
Current and relevant education discussions are held every Tuesday in #TMchat. A weekly guest moderator, considered an expert on the the week's topic, joins @conniehamilton to guide the one hour chat and actively engage with participants. Founder and moderator @conniehamilton supplies her responses to the week's questions visually in Thinking Maps.
Tuesday April 12, 2016
I'm Connie Hamilton. Ben Dickson and I are your moderators tonight. Let the introductions begin. https://t.co/XjgOSZiBP4
Good evening, friends! Looking forward to discussing Student Leadership with you!
Hello! Jack Griffith checking in from FL!
Hi. I am Mary teaching 2nd in VA
Hi Sonya. What level do you teach?
Principal, BSMS, SC, Palmetto's Finest
Thank you. Good to be back. . Love this topic
Welcome Penny. Looking forward to your thoughts on Student Leadership.
Monica, Special Education teacher, Texas. Will be dropping by on and excited to read tweets on student leadership with !
Our format will include 7 questions. Use A1 to respond to Q1 & remember to include hashtag in all tweets. https://t.co/P9xalkXGW6
hey Jack! awesome to have you here tonight
Good evening! I'm Andy in Carson City, NV dir of
Hi Penny! Glad you could join
Hiya... Glenna Sigmon, South Florida, Teacher Leader :)
Hello Great to be here to learn and support my friend 5th grade T from Ut
Susan Kelleher from Florida, 4th Grade
Hi Monica! thanks for coming
Good evening happy to be here. I am Terry from Fl
Hey all... we have a student leader in tonight. Listen to hear student voice from
Hey Hey ! Scott from Michigan! Ready, set...Lead!
Hi Terry. Welcome back to
Wohoo awesome to have you here Andy!
So glad to see you here, Susan.
Hi Sandy... you've become quite the regular.
Barb, instructional coach in Minnesota
Right On! Sandy is in the house!
A1: Ss leadership=natural Ss leaders/watch who Ss follow=speaks out for the right reasons. Natural leaders
Hi Barbara. I'll be coming to MN in August.
So great to have Ss share insights tonight https://t.co/SVtRFVlEse
Hey all... we have a student leader in tonight. Listen to hear student voice from
I'm instructional coach for PK-5
"Nevadan" is that like "Michigander"?
spreading TM practices in August?
Hey, . Parent from Connecticut. We need all stakeholders to support student leadership!
You too... always look forward to it!
Yes Southern NV is here! glad you could make it Snehal
Thanks for joining tonight, Jeremy. https://t.co/uhgb0fEkc9
Hey, . Parent from Connecticut. We need all stakeholders to support student leadership!
Paul Romanelli - principal NY
John from WA State. Excited to join!
Snehal here from NV. I work for the in the office & love to help educators, students, anyone...succeed!
There are too many chats at this time!!
Thanks, Ben! I'm excited to learn with the group!
looking forward to details on Thinking Maps MN in August :)
I'm in two and listening to another on Blab! LOL
Q1 What do you think of when you hear the term student leadership?
Roy from Birmingham, MI. Sorry for my tardiness!
You're just in time. We just tweeted Q1.
A1: Students that take the lead in discussions and small groups, lead by exapmle
A1: Role model; peer mentor
A1: S's who walk the walk. S's who care about things bigger than themselves. S's with "grit" & "character"
A1 I think of every student having a voice in their own way!
A1 I think of Ss that can be a voice for all students - we plan to have students run a faculty meeting coming up next week
me too me too! Hi I'm Sara from Lake Tahoe, NV. in August I'll return to the classroom to teach kinder https://t.co/Oow0zDllfC
A1-I empowered students by calling them "learning associates". Setting bar higher is key 2 student leadership and lead by example
A1: Someone who is willing to take charge in situations and is willing to carry extra responsibility that not everyone wants to take
yes-when students take lead we learn more about what is really happening
A1: Ss who advocate for themselves and others
A1 Students play an active role in deciding, planning, and implementing ideas.
A1 Student leadership implies that student voice is asked for and heard in site decision making
A1 S's who are growing their capacity to be leaders!
A1: S leadership - students taking charge of teaching as well as learning
A1: Ss who model, motivate, and inspire others Ss to learn, workhard, share their own thinking and ideas, and work towards goals
Student definition of leadership. Straight from a HS student. https://t.co/zxefsYCDMX
A1: Someone who is willing to take charge in situations and is willing to carry extra responsibility that not everyone wants to take
Sorry I'm late! Nardi here, fourth grade teacher from Florida. Will be in and out this evening.
A1: student leadership brings to mind the strengths our students have for helping peers and Ts
A1.2 Sometimes we get confused & think students implementing T created and planned ideas is S Leadership. It's not.
A1. Committed 2better themselves 2serve collective good/others, inspirational lifelong learners, resilient-growth mindset, authentic
Evening fellow learners! Meredith from IL
A1: I think of student voice - empowering them to develop important competencies.
Are there any other students in tonight besides ?
A1S constructed,guided,amended,& presented programs & activities that give opportunities to grow skills & engage with various groups
Hello everyone, Jess from CT. A1:student leadership occurs when Ss take ownership of their learning inside/outside of school
Love model, motivate, and inspire used here
I think of opportunities for students to input their opinions and voice in school decisions.
A1 Ss willing to take risks, facilitate conversations, encourage other Ss
Too Cool! I would love to be a part of it! You should video tape and post! https://t.co/d124NdKMHX
A1 I think of Ss that can be a voice for all students - we plan to have students run a faculty meeting coming up next week
A1 I think about making sure students have a platform to be leaders and we as adults must model leadership for them.
A1 often thought it was just kids deciding when the dance was but learned from these guys its more https://t.co/s2a71xnbcp
The school system from this point of view. Structures that allow students to take on real leadership roles. 1/2
Agree, Sonya. Our Ss should have experience with the decision making processes in panning experiences
What format are those opportunities presented in? https://t.co/A5d8EGSlQO
I think of opportunities for students to input their opinions and voice in school decisions.
Hi everyone, Joël from Callander, Ontario Canada.
Q2 What characteristics do student leaders exhibit and how can we grow these characteristics?
Those are the Ss that I like to get the ball rolling to help other students
A1:Ts can encourage PBL & student leadership through activities that require Ss to think outside of the box and community service
Retweeting Q2. https://t.co/F6pzkatxLW
Q2 What characteristics do student leaders exhibit and how can we grow these characteristics?
A2. At the elementary level Ss are just beginning to understand leadership so I believe all should be encouraged.
James from Florida here! Sorry to be late!
A2: Confidence; friendliness; eagerness
Yes! Not just deciding but seeing decisions through. Learning from mistakes & improving each time. just like us!
Right, Roy. Ss should have the time and space to encourage others to success
A2 - student leaders are self-motivated - we need to provide them with opportunities to demonstrate and grow their leadership skills
A2 Student leaders are respected by their peers because they relate to many kids- not popularity contest- need to build on this
Community service is key. Helping students learn the value of providing for others. https://t.co/wVd2OUNohF
A1:Ts can encourage PBL & student leadership through activities that require Ss to think outside of the box and community service
Welcome James glad you made it
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A2: S leaders show kindness, respect, responsibility, and flexibility - just like adult leaders except at their level
I am a big one on community service, trying to get my students motivated to help, not so much
A2 empathy, humility. How? Authentic leadership roles, modeling
A2.authentic lifelong learners, fearless risk-takers, humble, resilient, purposeful visionaries w/empathy, inspirational servants...
A2-I wanted to see from Ss leaders is initiative. Go out get the knowledge-don't need to always come to Ts 4 answers
Responsibility, caring, respectful, kind. Leadership classes, summer camps like MYLead, clubs such as FFA and 4-H.
LEAD-lift others, engage in learning, accept responsibility, demonstrate good citizenship! Spot naturally
A2 Fair, motivator, enthusiastic, listens
A2 Elementary Ss show compassion and interest in creating change. They are thirsty for a voice.
Q2: A student who is willing to make mistakes and continue to grow and learn.
Thank you! Love chatting about student leadership! Adding them to teams at schools
He practices what he preaches too. I know... he's my brother-in-law. https://t.co/EyRfXdBwqV
I am a big one on community service, trying to get my students motivated to help, not so much
A2: Selflessness, Confidence, a sense of the "greater good", Humble
A2 Traditional leadership like speaking & planning, but also quiet leadership like doing the right things & emotional leadership
Is it better if they find the cause and come up with the plan to help/serve themselves?
A2They enjoy helping others,seeing them succeed, & bringing others into the fold. We encourage this by providing opps 4 S engagement
Opportunities to learn cannot be emphasized enough! https://t.co/qpS0hMZLaS
A2 - student leaders are self-motivated - we need to provide them with opportunities to demonstrate and grow their leadership skills
How do you do that? https://t.co/jiKcQviOrX
But it's important we give them training & experiences that create an intrinsic motivation to do community service
Yes! Leadership isn't about letting these students choose something now and then. That's just throwing a bone.
empathy is huge-teaching Ss they are servant leaders helps them see it as more than being boss https://t.co/Ist3GX41B0
A2 empathy, humility. How? Authentic leadership roles, modeling
That's the formula for service learning, yes. What do you think ? https://t.co/mUw4JM1qQX
Is it better if they find the cause and come up with the plan to help/serve themselves?
Glad to be here! Love you are !
A2. While in Wisconsin HS Ss needed to complete a community leadership component to graduate. Does your state have this?
Q2 I work at an IB world school - we use the learner profile for all students- S leaders embody these traits https://t.co/RBDWfDBxs9
A2: I think they are mostly the same as for us. We need to create the opportunities for them to flourish https://t.co/Uxa1CJpQg1
This is so important. Ss who are empathetic and just can make super leaders and role models. (ps hi Sandy) https://t.co/e6L9OYvcxj
A2 Student leaders are respected by their peers because they relate to many kids- not popularity contest- need to build on this
A2 powerful student leaders know when to lead, and when to step back and encourage their peers to lead.
you seen Susan Cain's talk, book?
A2: a servant's heart. Give students the opportunity to lead and serve others.
I agree! We often forget to encourage and celebrate quiet and less traditional forms of leadership.
A2:Curiosity, determination, & a bit of fearlessness. They actively seek answers their Q's even though they may stumble
Right, Sandy. Ss interpersonal skills are imperative as they engage with their peers and older groups
What characteristics do Student Leaders exhibit? https://t.co/Ecq69s1x3q
A2.authentic lifelong learners, fearless risk-takers, humble, resilient, purposeful visionaries w/empathy, inspirational servants...
I love that book. It was enlightening, encouraging, and inspiring.
Interest in the cause is important. It allows them to buy in and take ownership of the community service
response from student perspective. She portrays ALL of these leadership qualities. https://t.co/JfCoYMSUKA
Responsibility, caring, respectful, kind. Leadership classes, summer camps like MYLead, clubs such as FFA and 4-H.
WBT is all about teaching S leadership. I need to do better in encouraging leadership in my kids
Ex: SC flood-Ss suggested we collect H20-over 5,000 water bottles!
great point! often overlooked.
I shared with a school today that we have an unused force w/ students! They want to lead!
Should be able to answer that question 7 days a week. https://t.co/qLdx26t3Tm
By asking the question daily that's not getting asked, "What did you do for others today?"
I was thinking of Ss that works with-they chose African elephants as a cause & ran with it
Question 3 is coming up in 1 minute
A2: S leaders cultivate their vision, determination, persistence, and resourcefulness-Ts provide support, strategies and resources
We must consider the traditional classroom favors the extroverted. Goes for whole school life
Agreed. I have found that it gives Ss an authentic view of the world & the impact they can have within their town
If they would like a state scholarship, yes.
for Ss, it would also uncover the shroud of mystery over faculty meetings. And for Ps if you post it!
Agree. Facilitating opportunities for our Ss 2 serve builds their social & emotional skills while they assist others
Q3 How can student leadership look same/different for elementary schools vs high schools?
yes! Traits 4 all school leaders not only Ss but Ts, admin, etc.IB learner profile=cornerstone of school's culture
Yes, but it doesn't have to be so.
Sandy () just wrote a blog about quiet leaders and referenced Cain's TedTalk
RT Question 3 think about how Ss leadership looks https://t.co/Fp5BWYN3vy
Q3 How can student leadership look same/different for elementary schools vs high schools?
Kids are often even busier than adults. One of the unspoken challenges of student leadership.
Other Ss follow them at early ages. Must give opportunities to develop so older become stronger leaders.
A3 Elem student leaders need opportunities! They can run the show but need an advocate in their corner to help
Student leaders have a passion for service and see the need to offer opinions and develop their community.
is Thinking Maps Chat. We discuss edu topics each Tuesday night Tonight we're talking Student Leadership. https://t.co/8Hno6bhtDO
A2 Student leaders are curious and are quick to ask "how can I serve."
A3: The roles are very much alike, the responsibilities change and the expectation.
Concur . . .especially at HS Level but underutilized during the instructional day!
A3: The Covey "Leader in Me" model where all Ss in elementary have a leadership position they apply for. https://t.co/qkNIihEco5
A3 The less experience students have with leadership, the more support they need. That sometimes correlates to age/grade.
A3-Comes down to development & progress of the student leaders. Are they where they should be individually.
A3: doesnt matter if u r El or HS S's...the idea of making your world a better place can happen at any level.
Q3: I think some of the personality triats would be the same, just developed
YES! learn so much from my 1st, 2nd & 3rd grade student leaders on leadership committee https://t.co/8gn0P2VMPs
Other Ss follow them at early ages. Must give opportunities to develop so older become stronger leaders.
A2 We can make sure we give students and opportunity to change the status quo and and all their why questions!
A lot of water bottles coming to our state. Flint, MI... heard about it? https://t.co/MFXjvvAdvp
Ex: SC flood-Ss suggested we collect H20-over 5,000 water bottles!
How much of something must be taken instead of given to be considered ?
So true! To lead is to SERVE. https://t.co/oRByVtkR8G
A2 Student leaders are curious and are quick to ask "how can I serve."
A3 Same: Ss helping their peers and leading them to be positive decision makers. Different: scale of S-led initiatives based on age
Training is important. Listening skills are required. Ss use strategies learned and young leaders emerge
Look who snuck in... Did you notice is in tonight??? https://t.co/7vkLXDvOb1
A2 powerful student leaders know when to lead, and when to step back and encourage their peers to lead.
Thanks! I will read this tonight!
truth! its about providing them with a voice so we can build that https://t.co/4AJlN5Iejx
Q3: I think some of the personality triats would be the same, just developed
Thanks- It's a long one :(
No matter the age, passion is the key!
A3: Projects vary because the students in charge are younger and don't have as many concrete beliefs. (1/2)
Retweet Q3. is getting busy. https://t.co/qJJ600OR0p
Q3 How can student leadership look same/different for elementary schools vs high schools?
When message is shared w/ HS Ss that serving their community is valued so much that it is tied to graduation leadership abounds!
yes-they understand how things work & don't work sometimes better than we do-we need to ask them right Qs https://t.co/bSPIQcsGj3
A2 We can make sure we give students and opportunity to change the status quo and and all their why questions!
Don't have an exact answer, but leadership has to be more than mimicking. If S do exactly what T did, is that leading?
A3. same topics & skills can be discussed/modeled w/age appropriate activities: leader in me, ethical decisions, service, communic...
I did. There is an example of a student group getting a little push, and involving so many! https://t.co/kJiqSHbEMr
Look who snuck in... Did you notice is in tonight??? https://t.co/7vkLXDvOb1
A2 powerful student leaders know when to lead, and when to step back and encourage their peers to lead.
A3 Love to see High School students helping Elementary students step out of the box and develop good character skills.
A3 I love how in pre-elementary you can give S a role for a day. Could this be done in hs? I wonder
A3: it's all centered/tailored to student needs. Would you say HS has niche leadership more than elementary?
Yes, We have peer leadership teams from high school come and work w our 5th graders WIN-WIN!
Yes-2nd project-feed homeless @ holidays-raised over $1200.
Ss leaders
would be a great way to build more community in schools-what would that look like? https://t.co/1v8vAJzyJa
A3 I love how in pre-elementary you can give S a role for a day. Could this be done in hs? I wonder
So happy you do summer! So many chats shut down.
this is a huge benefit of combined campus imo
or maybe similar, high expectations but with varying degrees of scaffolding depending on group dynamics etc?
(2/2) High school students are able to be more independent and are able to do a larger variety of projects
True. Some comes naturally, but many leadership traits need grooming. https://t.co/uZVQ0Droyo
Training is important. Listening skills are required. Ss use strategies learned and young leaders emerge
A3: leadership differs by leaders and experience not age; new HS leaders may be working on listening to peers, just like elem ldrs
A3.Leadership can be displayed in several different ways - these Ss are leaders in our Tech Team. Para leads https://t.co/5mlm2QZmP6
Yes-had great experience reading to ES Ss as a HSer-helped me feel more valued & needed https://t.co/qezvWGaKgq
A3 Love to see High School students helping Elementary students step out of the box and develop good character skills.
Q4 What are some innovative ways that you have seen student leadership work?
traditionally I would say yes-we have ES student leadership but not many in my district do https://t.co/4En3viPWM0
A3: it's all centered/tailored to student needs. Would you say HS has niche leadership more than elementary?
A3 pt2: adult leaders may also be working on listening-experienced adult and elem ldrs may be helping others make good decisions
nope! It's the most traditional kind of "education."
I think it's all in the leadership opportunity. Class president? No. Mobile device manager? Yes.
A4. When HS or MS Ss take a lead and offer assistance in elementary schools it brings everyone to a new level of caring.
A3 Loved having elementary students write assignments that were read by high school students.
A4: We created the Nac SAC which is an activities committee, created SWAG which we are still doing this year
A4: We have an antibullying prgrm where HS S's come 2 MS schools & deliver messages/lessons on bullying & have real convos about HS.
A4 my 4-6 student leaders developing videos to show Ss right way to play games on playground https://t.co/lceBB1ed9A
Q4 What are some innovative ways that you have seen student leadership work?
Which is why reflection is needed. Talk about the activity. What worked/what did not? How could we improve?
Nice! Would love to hear more about this program!
A4: My fav is Honor Council. Ss chosen for their character deciding consequences for behavior of peers. Powerful for all involved.
I love when student and campus leaders team together and mentoring occurs. Grow both Ts and add together!
What kind of activities does your coordinate? https://t.co/4WNhWQ8Ixe
A4: We created the Nac SAC which is an activities committee, created SWAG which we are still doing this year
that is key-peers sharing experiences help others understand https://t.co/T0iI1a4duu
A4: We have an antibullying prgrm where HS S's come 2 MS schools & deliver messages/lessons on bullying & have real convos about HS.
I had great success letting jobs emerge during 1st month of school. As needs arose, we made up jobs
Retweeting Q4. https://t.co/PwMDFTdjB9
Q4 What are some innovative ways that you have seen student leadership work?
A4: decision making/reaching out 2 new Ss/sitting w/ another Ss alone at lunch/making adm aware of Ss issues
A4Ss being a part of campus ldrship meetings where they craft their own opportunities, instead of only staff initiating the process
A4 students taking part in the interview process....meeting with candidates to discuss their mutual plans for the school
This reminds me of when we had HS students write letters to elem teachers for teacher appreciation week. https://t.co/OeD7IqEikg
A3 Loved having elementary students write assignments that were read by high school students.
A4-Having Ss teach a lesson. Reverse roles. Yes, I raised my hand & asked ?'s good & bad so they could see what it's like to lead
A4: Our district had students serve on the district strategic planning team. When they spoke, we listened. https://t.co/UQdnPvPLuz
A4 Genius Hour leads to kids coming up with ways to serve others- they own it and share their passion
A4: Through clubs like Key Club that are associated with Kiwanis. Ties to real life leadership abilities.
A winter spirit week, decorated our hallways into a winter wonderland before Christmas break
This is awesome! I know some others who do this-they should have voice in who teaches them https://t.co/SWUdhgWvQX
A4 students taking part in the interview process....meeting with candidates to discuss their mutual plans for the school
A4 We have Leadership teams from each grade level that are not only problem solvers but also problem finders!
A4 Ss should be part of school performance plan creation and implementation-what we do effects them
A4: Student created acceptable use policy for tech
A4: We have a school that formed a student tech support team. They provide tech help + they can introduce new apps in other classes.
Leaders are so very important as we move forward with creative, innovative strategies to educate all. https://t.co/DwJ0NLsywb
Like this, Paul. Important that candidates have the opportunity to respond to Ss questions
good point. At school they're "busy" with school. Plenty of opportunity for leadership.
That is a great idea for HS Ss
true-Ss are the ones who will be asking them Qs everyday-how they respond in interview tells you a lot https://t.co/xv2OBSyQsQ
Like this, Paul. Important that candidates have the opportunity to respond to Ss questions
A4: in 4th Grade Student Leaders invite Ss to participate in discussion with, "...what do you think?" or ..."I heard you say..."
A4 we have some students creating video documentaries like "a day in the life of a 6th grader" for parent transition nights.
We do s'thing similar. Our Ss leadership team decides rewards for other Ss-ideas are excellent
A4 Our elementary started leadership clubs to develop and implement ideas. K-5
I was interviewed like this! Love it!
A4: S's designed Color Run Race to raise money for less privileged S's in our school.
Question 5 is dropping in 1 minute!
A4 we gave juniors a platform for a service project, helped them evolve it and they nailed it with SWAG
A4. Ss being TAs in areas they want 2specialize, helping w lab setup, mentor/coach during class, teach lesson they're proficient in
Our Es student leaders provide so many great ideas-we do + and delta's then they focus on solutions https://t.co/TsnXoXzTwS
A4 Our elementary started leadership clubs to develop and implement ideas. K-5
Last 2 days I have been reading about teams - I wish we would have a chat about this topic. SO important! https://t.co/tEtN3bsRvQ
Late to the party. AP at Byrnes High. A3: students at the high level should be refining and defining leadership roles. l
Great way to guide students to take the lead in problem solving!
We have Olweus Antibullying @ ! Many S-Leaders have come out of their shells during class meetings.
Q5 How can student leadership be used to build students empathy & world view?
Thank you & but great convos about student leadership
A4: 8th grade MS Ss mentoring 6-7 graders during advisory
A3 cont: thru meaningful ways that influence social understanding and community building. This is the time we get them connected.
I'm starting a student leader PBIS group next year for 4th & 5th gr students. Interested to see how things develop.
they identified problems we never really thought about-like issues at lunch-then created solutions https://t.co/XEXDmBtNIV
Great way to guide students to take the lead in problem solving!
Providing these opportunities for Ss is great. Important that Ss find their preference and build skills in that area
A4: student mentorships...sometimes we adults fail to speak "kid". We see the big picture and fail sometimes to realize their focus
Teachers provide the resources. Students provide the resourcefulness. https://t.co/T14YwpVkFf
A2: S leaders cultivate their vision, determination, persistence, and resourcefulness-Ts provide support, strategies and resources
knowing Ss in grades above helps Ss understand what future holds-great culture builder
A5 Students could bring issues to light that need to be explored and appreciated through a town hall format or announcements.
Been impressed with the quality of ideas & commitment. If possible, I'd encourage you to add younger grades too
How do they bring them to light? https://t.co/Sl07PC3iJs
A5 Students could bring issues to light that need to be explored and appreciated through a town hall format or announcements.
A5 The only way to learn the responsibility of leadership is to experience it.
A5- StuCo Leaders doing service projects in community and bringing awareness about issues to others during advisory.
Hey look... it's another Jolley. https://t.co/KUWbEQVwn1
A4: student mentorships...sometimes we adults fail to speak "kid". We see the big picture and fail sometimes to realize their focus
we want to use online planning, so the youngest we could go is 2nd. Thoughts?
RT Question 5 Think about how we can support student's with building empathy & world view https://t.co/O09BK5UAcJ
Q5 How can student leadership be used to build students empathy & world view?
A5: As a student leader it is important to have empathy because you are able to relate to others more.
A5: Intentionally teach how to build relationships and connect. Leadership is all about relationships. https://t.co/KULPHLUvYp
A5: When Ss lead they experience new situations that broaden their view of the world and challenge their thinking!
Thinking more of elem kids with leadership skills Sometimes they're unsure how to use it. Come off a little bossy. How do you help?
A5: Ss voices are heard louder & by more Ss than ours. They have power in social media & beyond.
so true https://t.co/2KNZvrpa1n
A5: When Ss lead they experience new situations that broaden their view of the world and challenge their thinking!
A5. Being a leader=putting others b4 you & in their shoes, reaching out 2 serve communities other than yours, building relationships
(1/2) We had a school that did just that. Their community had bad internet service and the provider...
The enthusiasm and boldness of the little guys is wonderful. It's never too early to give opportunities!
A5: By drawing parallels to events that they can relatre to.
How do you deal with others who are not empathetic? https://t.co/KOh0LKVIKA
A5: As a student leader it is important to have empathy because you are able to relate to others more.
A5 Ss can be presented with problems/issues in an area, take on the perspective of those affected, and craft possible solutions
A5: Our world is very global so as leaders it's important to have a global world so that you are better able to understand all views
With elem. kids- model and practice, practice, practice! :) Role playing is fun and teaches
A5. Oh wow! I wish I taught 10th grade and could discuss this w/ Ss
Understanding Historical Worldviews
& when they show how to use these tools for positive change everyone wins https://t.co/jHgDEFw4Pr
A5: Ss voices are heard louder & by more Ss than ours. They have power in social media & beyond.
Through survey or classroom discussions! Maybe a forum with administration.
A5: It gives opportunity to teach empathy and help students experience it.
what if we asked our Ss which two colors they wanted for dress code? https://t.co/PbpcM8OdVA
A4 Our elementary started leadership clubs to develop and implement ideas. K-5
Living in a small town like ours, how do you get a global student perspective? https://t.co/bxjXPcVMtQ
A5: Our world is very global so as leaders it's important to have a global world so that you are better able to understand all views
A5: Use their skills and match with voice. Show them how empowered they can be for themselves and others.
How do you deal with issues that might be difficult for Ss but also build world view? https://t.co/wQxbEcgKYK
A5: Our world is very global so as leaders it's important to have a global world so that you are better able to understand all views
A5 - getting involved in the community - students assess needs and work together to plan and take action
I'm sure they'd love the voice and choice! If there aren't parameters, you'll get neon!
Do you find most other students follow your lead? Do you feel influential? https://t.co/LonhccCyj7
try to put it in perspective for them and if they still don't get it try to use a different example for them
A5: S's impact exceeds the classroom and building. larger impact = greater world view.
sounds like great opportunities https://t.co/xNDbHdltOc
A5 - getting involved in the community - students assess needs and work together to plan and take action
A5: digital citizenship is a great way to facilitate Ss to look at the world differently. Expands their thinking.
(2/2)didn't want 2 upgrade. They made N iMovie to support their cause and prwsented it to both town & comp.
I certainly remember the difference from my own school years.
Q6 What other areas of education might student leadership support?
Connect kids globally using
agreed. Key word = involvement
Maybe encourage the subtler, more compassionate kids to model a different style for the pushier kids
A5 We are better together
Having an audience is important. Gives leaders a purpose. https://t.co/Yt3pAVQxNI
(2/2)didn't want 2 upgrade. They made N iMovie to support their cause and prwsented it to both town & comp.
A5:Communication is a useful tool. Have your Ss Skype or GHO a class in a different country.
great ways to show them the world beyond their neighborhood isn't that much different than theres https://t.co/Aij8SEiDgK
Connect kids globally using
Wow! I took a few min. to read this & it is lovely & genuine. Thanks 4 sharing your heart.
Class Meetings, Faculty Meetings, School Board Meetings...the list goes on and on.
Sorry I missed greeting you, Paola. Thanks for joining
A6. SO many areas! We have student leaders who take over the care of the area we give away books each day - work to resupply.
Ahh...thanks Sonya Honored :)
Great idea for increasing engagement school wide https://t.co/ZWgeZLVW1J
I'm starting a student leader PBIS group next year for 4th & 5th gr students. Interested to see how things develop.
A6 would love to see more Ss involved in PD for Ts & in planning goals and vision of school
A6: S leaders can support our Special Ed populations and give a voice to diverse populations.
What is a student's role there? https://t.co/qB7AnHg9kF
Class Meetings, Faculty Meetings, School Board Meetings...the list goes on and on.
A6: National Honor Society, mentoring, student council, FFA. How students work in the classroom.
How do you "sharpen your saw"? (Are you familiar with that phrase?) https://t.co/CLAVzHaLhF
I think a decent amount of students do follow my lead. I can always improve my leadership skills and be a better leader
we will study PBIS data w/ Ss and they will create ways to present improved interaction with Ss and Ts. video/skit
A6: When students are truly valued as leaders, the way the contribute to the system changes. https://t.co/mgJfbMZnqx
A6 S can lead morning meetings, create campus broadcasts, create yearbook, etc
We need to teach our Ss this. Each one. https://t.co/0qGUAhtrKP
Be happy not because everything is good, but because you can see the good side of everything.
A6: peer tutoring, S/T panels, student led parent conferences, student daily announcements, SS planned T appreciation days,
A6 - Ss can be insightful looking at data-EX. why is a certain group not achieving as well as others-How can we address the issue?
great way to get Ss to see each learns a little bit different-builds culture https://t.co/H0OadiHS5L
Maybe encourage the subtler, more compassionate kids to model a different style for the pushier kids
Tour guides and greeters for visitors and new students
The role of a Student Leader is sharing ideas, opinions, solutions to improve learning & achieve goals.
exactly! Try to see the world through the eyes of others! Powerful! https://t.co/5vpC6dCi3c
A5 Ss can be presented with problems/issues in an area, take on the perspective of those affected, and craft possible solutions
A6: The answer is all of them. Strong student leadership = positive climate & culture that positively impacts student learning.
Help them learn listening and collaborative skills; leading is not the same as directing https://t.co/gPX9Id2ber
Thinking more of elem kids with leadership skills Sometimes they're unsure how to use it. Come off a little bossy. How do you help?
A6Policy making:as S ldrs share their successes, this communicates to policy makers that the resources they allocate are used wisely
A6. Leadership is import. in all areas.Ss must b 21st century global leaders 2 advocate & make informed decisions=agents of change
A6-Always been a big fan of Student Organizations like & other to build student leadership.
Consider giving sample sentence stems to work with. "Have you considered ____" "That's a good idea, but I wonder ___"
Agree, just haven't found successful strategies. https://t.co/rXzGhiOHJg
Help them learn listening and collaborative skills; leading is not the same as directing https://t.co/gPX9Id2ber
Thinking more of elem kids with leadership skills Sometimes they're unsure how to use it. Come off a little bossy. How do you help?
Are those only focused on HS? don't know them https://t.co/EBuLGJRwPH
A6-Always been a big fan of Student Organizations like & other to build student leadership.
Love this! https://t.co/K8GHpzuh4V
A6 would love to see more Ss involved in PD for Ts & in planning goals and vision of school
A7: Create leadership positions that you don't have to give a speech for. Ex. Interview as alternative.
A6: We need to know what they find engaging instructionally.
Q7 How can quiet student leaders be given a voice?
. Planting open ended ?'s. Love it! We aren't supposed to give answer, but instead create inquiry.
A6: principal advisory council is another great way to have them assume leadership and get their input
A7: By being involved in many things and taking control over aspects instead of just being in control of the whole project
Thanks ! 5AM comes quickly.
Right, Joel. Essential that we tie in our brands to student success and a positive impact on our communities
A6 connecting with student leaders will impact everything from classroom management to student attitude on subject matter
nice-we are working on something similar with our Ss to show procedures https://t.co/6zNHwHMhHM
we will study PBIS data w/ Ss and they will create ways to present improved interaction with Ss and Ts. video/skit
A7. Would love to hear how schools are using technology in student leadership for quiet Ss to share their thoughts
A6: Have you heard this one? In Japan Ss clean their schools. No vandalism. Saw on Internet, so...
A7 Quiet student leaders can be given a voice by using platform like or Google Class etc
We can use similar strategies to teach leadership as we use to teach content areas.
worked on a grant for GoPros for just this kind of thing! Can't wait for 2016-2017 to get here!
Thank you and for the inspiration! Have a wonderful week :)!
A7; Do they need a voice? Why not lead by example. Words sometimes get in the way. Their actions become their voice!
Shared leadership. Love it. https://t.co/nK2qQpCsF8
A7: By being involved in many things and taking control over aspects instead of just being in control of the whole project
A7 leadership not about being loudest or most outgoing-about having a vision & listening to others-we need 2 provide opportunities
Thanks for being such a terrific leader during this chat and sharing these suggestions! https://t.co/FAogont5L8
A7 Quiet student leaders can be given a voice by using platform like or Google Class etc
Interesting ! https://t.co/5FLF5oeGtP
A6 - Ss can be insightful looking at data-EX. why is a certain group not achieving as well as others-How can we address the issue?
thanks so much for joining tonight
Great read! Lots of skills to apply in an engaging voice.
student blogging, perhaps.
A7: starting a club/enrichment during advisory with a T ex: we have a chess group, board game and a magic group
A7: Take opportunities to celebrate quiet leaders' examples and hold them up as just as valuable as the loudest kid in the room!
effective leaders know how to find people to do things they can't rather than try to do everything https://t.co/Z2uvNelpNa
A7: By being involved in many things and taking control over aspects instead of just being in control of the whole project
Yes! Wish more educators embraced it. Truly prepares students to be college & career ready.
I was thinking about grade/subject level data analysis & PLCs! I want to know what Ss think about our data! https://t.co/Jqs7VNg7Yn
A6 - Ss can be insightful looking at data-EX. why is a certain group not achieving as well as others-How can we address the issue?
A7 Help them identify strengths and use them. Writing, artwork, modeling, etc. There's always something. https://t.co/veAzkb94ZR
Q7 How can quiet student leaders be given a voice?
When determining if Ts were implementing Q strategies, we polled students. "Does your teacher cold call?" Gives students voice.
A7: leading doesn't have to be large groups; peer partner, buddy bench watcher, nurse buddy, etc...
Students can help lead students and adults learning digital citizenship! https://t.co/XgjS8rdDna
A5: digital citizenship is a great way to facilitate Ss to look at the world differently. Expands their thinking.
Connie this is a great tm bc it shows just how many leadership opportunities there are every day! https://t.co/UoQbupfA4y
A7 when assigned a leadership role they can rise to the challenge and discover a different side of themselves
A7: I give my students a voice through white boards and online assignments
Yes, they are our ambassadors !
A7: we must be intentional to seek out those quiet Ss and plug them in
A7:Redefine/clarify the term "voice". A voice does not need to be heard in order to be expressed. Blog posts & vids have proved that
A7: Help them discover their talents and how they use them to lead. Some great leaders walk quietly. Show those.
yes-Ss know more than we think & have opinions-sometimes built on erroneous info when don't have all facts https://t.co/thFBySzgWo
everyone has difficulties but in this world we still have to be able to deal with our problems so these issues should be discuss
Thank you ! great chat everyone!
Thank you and for a great discussion!
Our students need to view adult role models showing this in a positive light to understand the value. https://t.co/WHX2M5iYmF
part 2-need to provide opportunitie for Ss to get all facts-then make opinions based on that https://t.co/thFBySzgWo
everyone has difficulties but in this world we still have to be able to deal with our problems so these issues should be discuss
A7 Technology is a great way to give student leaders a voice!
So excited to be presenting in Oct on p. learning in graduate T education!
thanks for moderating ! First time chatter, long time ghoster. :)
Eye contact and 10 sec silence btwn talk. 1 starts, 2 keeps response/? focus on 1 for3 minutes; switch roles https://t.co/5p5ujMGXZu
Agree, just haven't found successful strategies. https://t.co/rXzGhiOHJg
Help them learn listening and collaborative skills; leading is not the same as directing https://t.co/gPX9Id2ber
Thinking more of elem kids with leadership skills Sometimes they're unsure how to use it. Come off a little bossy. How do you help?
, this has been an inspiring conversation. I thank you for it!
yes, voice are the ideas, music, creation we express regardless of means.
Come back and bring friends to anytime. We need to listen to Ss on educational topics more often. https://t.co/Gvhj9RONmg
it was great! Thanks for having me!
Come back and bring friends to anytime. We need to listen to Ss on educational topics more often. https://t.co/Gvhj9RONmg
it was great! Thanks for having me!
is one of the most passionate people I know when it comes to giving all students a voice!
