#ECGleaders Archive
An opportunity for instructional leaders to reflect on what worked last year, what didn't and to set intentions for the 2016-2017 school year.
Saturday July 30, 2016
9:00 AM EDT
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Kerry - northern il hs passionate anout sharing new info with as and it's.
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Mary Hadley, academic coach, from Texas
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I am passionate about learning and a positive culture
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35 year educator, 1st year as first ever instructional coach in our building. Mid Missouri. Passionate about learning
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A2: I learned that others view me positively and feel comfortable asking me to help facilitate their learning
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A1 I learned that taking the lead is a challenge totally different than teaching
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Welcome. Congrats on year one!
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A2: Beginning the adventure this year and hope to learn from this conversation to
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A2 - I learned that my ideas do not have my DNA and I need to put them out there for all to consider and see what happens!
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A2: I learned that I need to slow down and spend more time listening generously.
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That is awesome!! https://t.co/rpv7Cxbawa
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A2: I learned that others view me positively and feel comfortable asking me to help facilitate their learning
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In what ways is is different from the classroom for you?
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So important that leaders do that. We learn from listening. https://t.co/1ZqQbrlWZE
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A2: I learned that I need to slow down and spend more time listening generously.
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Valerie, how do you make them feel that way?
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A2: I'm part of a team committed to putting in work, supporting each other, taking risks, serving teachers, & having fun.
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I was trained to teach. Leading other teachers and starting tech initiatives is challenging.
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Sounds like a winning team! https://t.co/28muCbxcXG
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A2: I'm part of a team committed to putting in work, supporting each other, taking risks, serving teachers, & having fun.
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Hey everyone! Dan, Instructional Coach in Connecticut. Sorry I'm late!
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I learned how to be a better communicator, not too much and not too little sharing.
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A4: This year I'll hold an official title as lead innovator & hope to build confidence in users to implement more tech
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A4: I helped bring genius hour into my school. Tried it out with a couple teachers and worked really well. Very proud!
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how did you attempt to find that balance?
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That can be tricky for me to manage sometimes but so important! https://t.co/XPcqh10LcZ
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I learned how to be a better communicator, not too much and not too little sharing.
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Sometimes titles help when you are trying to lead.
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What helped you with this? Trial and error? Concern of mine as I begin as coach.
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I learned through trial and error, but found a balance when I began to choose my words more carefully.
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A3: I instituted a bit of fun into the year w spirit days & fully participated 2 enjoy fr behind the scenes & as a participant.
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Coaching is one of the best jobs in education! Can definitely be a challenge, though!
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it's important to remember to participate in the fun things ourselves.
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A4- I am pushing for mindset on my campus inspired by to spread positivity
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Reminds of the book I'm reading, The Innovator's Mindset. A lot is mentioned about leader modeling. https://t.co/q3ZDE1nK6j
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A3: I instituted a bit of fun into the year w spirit days & fully participated 2 enjoy fr behind the scenes & as a participant.
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Agreed! Love my job! Always looking to connect with others with similar challenges! https://t.co/bd5UUA5RHv
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Coaching is one of the best jobs in education! Can definitely be a challenge, though!
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IMHO the title helps to secure attention & possibly implementation but it will not initiate or sustain change.
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I am nervous, excited and anxious all at the same time!
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- I will check out that book & recommend Urban Meyer's Above The Line. https://t.co/dOemhkQClx
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Reminds of the book I'm reading, The Innovator's Mindset. A lot is mentioned about leader modeling. https://t.co/q3ZDE1nK6j
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A3: I instituted a bit of fun into the year w spirit days & fully participated 2 enjoy fr behind the scenes & as a participant.
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Position can be appointed in a moment. Leadership is earned over time.
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Will need to check it out! https://t.co/Pl0ZKSDfmM
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Reminds of the book I'm reading, The Innovator's Mindset. A lot is mentioned about leader modeling. https://t.co/q3ZDE1nK6j
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A3: I instituted a bit of fun into the year w spirit days & fully participated 2 enjoy fr behind the scenes & as a participant.
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Don't be shy about reaching out for help. Build your PLN! https://t.co/BkpgGTrPpV
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I am nervous, excited and anxious all at the same time!
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I am also reading The Innovator's Mindset. Highly recommend
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My biggest fail this year was trying to do waaaay too many things. Juggling too many balls. I learned I can't do everything.
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- Agreed a title alone does not make a leader! https://t.co/xuDI1i7Ej2
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Position can be appointed in a moment. Leadership is earned over time.
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A5: My epic fail was the same about communication. Proud because it allowed me to help my colleagues better as a result.
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A5: I wanted to host qtrly gr level S assemblies but never made it past 1. I learned an idea needs adopters beyond a few.
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how will you go about it differently this year?
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A5 - I tried to push too many tech/social media activities but leaned that Ts aren't opposed but are at different places
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what tip can you share with us so we can learn from your experience?
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Need to get back to my kiddies after being away for a few days. I appreciated chatting for a bit. Enjoy !
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that's a great point Mary. I re-learned that this year too.
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As a coach, I have to make it a point not to sound like I'm trying to act like admin, Ts don't like it. https://t.co/fNLmr0uOOw
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what tip can you share with us so we can learn from your experience?
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thanks for joking us and thanks for the tip!
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I will develop shared understanding before attempting to implement what maybe perceived as a big change.
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Ok, so we're winding down so a few more Qs...pls disregard the numbers.
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Yup. Important to meet folks where they are.
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I plan to pick 3 projects and focus on just those 3
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A11: Baby steps, generous listening and building relationships!
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Thanks everyone for sharing with me as I start a new adventure. Have an awesome year!
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Thanks Pam! Have a great 2016-2017!
