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Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Good evening all - welcome to #ISEdchat - all are welcome. Tonight we will talk about school culture! Who is out there? Please intro!

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I am your moderator for tonight. I am a Head of School/Chief Learning Officer @hfapgh in Pittsburgh, PA! #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Jun 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT

I'm here from Melbourne, FL! Cathy Koos, Head of Lower School at #HTEA. #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT

@ckoos1 hey Cathy! Welcome! #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Mark Crotty, head of St. John's Episcopal in Dallas. #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Jun 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT

@Learn21Tech @HFAPgh I love Chief Learning Officer! #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT

@crottymark hey mark - good to see you! #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Jun 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@crottymark Hi, Mark! Glad you're here! #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@Learn21Tech Likewise! Great topic! #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Margo Isabel Head of Lower School at #Wakefieldschool in VA #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@ckoos1 Hi, Cathy! #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@drmisabel12 welcome Margo - thanks for joining us! #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Jun 16 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@drmisabel12 Welcome to #isedchat!

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:04 PM EDT

My attentin divided tonight: #isedchat, b-ball game, and US national soccer team.

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Moving onto Q1! What does a positive school culture look like? #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1 Kinetic energy! #isedchat

nathan_stevens Jun 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Nathan here cause I ❤️ Lisa #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Jun 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Ts and Ss look forward to school. Feel like they are part of a loving school family. Conflict is resolved. #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 Might be more of a feel than a look. #isedchat

nathan_stevens Jun 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@Learn21Tech A1 teachers trying new ideas and sharing results with others #isedchat

ConsultJodi Jun 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@Learn21Tech @HFAPgh Shorten it to Chief Learner. #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Jun 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@nathan_stevens It's sure to be a lively #isedchat now! Glad you're here.

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 Teachers support, care about and enjoy each others company. It is CLEAR they work in unison and collaborate #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@ckoos1 Love when kids are clamoring to get into the building. #isedchat

nathan_stevens Jun 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@ckoos1 I am all stoked #isedchat https://t.co/nO4yIKASjq

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: You can feel the energy! Ss and faculty smiling, collaborating. #isedchat

juliegmarshall Jun 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: School is a place Ts and Ss can't wait to be each day #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Jun 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Yes, and when they are sad to hear the bell ring. I love that! #isedchat https://t.co/SvX7Z0M9bX

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@ckoos1 Love when kids are clamoring to get into the building. #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Rapid fire..... Q2: What does a positive school sound like? #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@drmisabel12 Collaboration is key; much deeper than mere collegiality. #isedchat

nathan_stevens Jun 16 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@Learn21Tech A1 discussions happen. People learn at all levels #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT

@crottymark @drmisabel12 yes and making time for #empathy #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2 Laughter, cheers, constant motion #isedchat

juliegmarshall Jun 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2: students talking as out their learning, teachers collaborating, activity and laughter #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2 Perpetual buzz of varying volume. Loads of laughing. #isedchat

ConsultJodi Jun 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Teachers can do what is best for their students. Teachers are not in a rush to meet a standardized pacing guide. #isedchat

nathan_stevens Jun 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT

@Learn21Tech A2 use your imagination #isedchat https://t.co/9AJ0pQgJlZ

ckoos1 - Moderator Jun 16 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2: "I don't know how to do that...yet." #growthmindset #isedchat

MattVirgil Jun 16 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#isedchat Matt. Head-elect at Hudson Montessori in Hudson Ohio.

ConsultJodi Jun 16 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Students are generally happy and engaged in the learning process. #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2: In a positive school culture Ss/ Ts are talking positive, have a welcoming attitude, TALK to each other when its not required #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2 Absence of shushing. #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Jun 16 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@MattVirgil Welcome to #isedchat !

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2 Lots of yes, and rather than no and but. #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@crottymark yes and LETTING kids talk and be LOUD #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q3: What does a positive school culture feel like to YOU in YOUR role? #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2 Positive Conversations everywhere! faculty lounge, dining hall, halls...I have run into many bathroom conversations! #isedchat

nathan_stevens Jun 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2 everyone sharing and feeling awesome about it. #beautifulnoise #isedchat

ConsultJodi Jun 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Lack of infighting, gossip, and negative attitude among leadership, faculty, and staff. #isedchat

juliegmarshall Jun 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A3: Ts want coaching to improve instruction #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A3 Feels dynamic, inviting. Energizing rather than enervating. #isedchat

juliediana Jun 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT

#isedchat A1: if all constituents feel taken care of and trusted, you have positive school culture.

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A3: staff and faculty getting along, students are empowered and taking opps with voice and choice, limited gossip, #EMPATHY #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Jun 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A3: Ts can openly share new ideas or concerns with me. Ss are happy to see me. Everyone works hard. #isedchat

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nathan_stevens Jun 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@Learn21Tech A3 you feel valued and rewarded when working with others #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A3 Just finished 2 weeks of post-planning. Fabulous Vibes after most meetings; Impact, grateful, supported, team work happy! #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Families and the Board are also energized, open and present - part of the community. #isedchat

nathan_stevens Jun 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@ConsultJodi well there might still be game of throne gossip #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@drmisabel12 Great culture when people do that at end of year! #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Q4: How does advisory programming build a positive school culture? #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A3 Like we're on same team, same goals, same essentials. #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@crottymark I know. I am in awe. Tomorrow is my last day and I will miss the faculty! Already miss the kids. #isedchat

ConsultJodi Jun 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Has anyone been through Customer Service training? #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@drmisabel12 @crottymark best of luck and congrats!! #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@ConsultJodi yes and also wrote/led it when I was in retail as a training director! #isedchat

juliegmarshall Jun 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A4: advisory builds community and gives Ss a feeling of belonging #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A4 Because very often that's where the human part of all this gets the most intense focus. #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@drmisabel12 Last day? #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@crottymark Just off for 2 weeks of vacation #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@drmisabel12 Ah...#isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Jun 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT

No, but I have been looking into it. The ones I found that looked good were very expensive. #isedchat https://t.co/FdBnRUntpu

ConsultJodi Jun 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Has anyone been through Customer Service training? #isedchat

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Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A4: Advisory programming builds a school culture because its a place for Ss to feel cared for/part of community/get support #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Jun 16 @ 9:21 PM EDT

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Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:21 PM EDT

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ConsultJodi Jun 16 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Customer service is so internal and external, and can pull together or destroy a team. #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:21 PM EDT

How Schools Build A Positive Culture Through Advisory https://t.co/XRS37tZLjJ #isedchat

nathan_stevens Jun 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@ckoos1 definitely worth your time #edcampldr #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT

a4 Would think effective advisory program could help Ts develop greater empathy for total S experience. #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@MattVirgil what is your version of advisory in your culture? #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Love how @bigpiclearning Ss have individual mentors. Great way to take advisory to another level. #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A4 Advisory & creating cohesive classroom communities are huge. We use @responsiveclass in Lower School #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4 In my PhD research I found a school where 20% of contract time is toward advisory. Huge impact #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Q5: How do you define a positive school culture in your school? #isedchat

nathan_stevens Jun 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT

@Learn21Tech A5 fun #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT

a5 Respectful, loving, forward-thinking, positive, dynamic, joyful. courageous. #isedchat

nathan_stevens Jun 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT

@Learn21Tech A5 rewarding #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A5 Shared values that translate into action; perceived values = values in action #isedchat

nathan_stevens Jun 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A5 everyone learns #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A5: my team wants to come to school, enjoys their work, Ss show growth, Ps are engaged, SEL programs support academics #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:29 PM EDT

a5 Enchanting and inspiring. Knows what is essential. #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:29 PM EDT

As a faith-based school, a positive culture also means Ss growing in their faith and social justice advocates/servant leaders. #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A5 Visible joy, engagement, freedom to take risks, support and encouragement for the work toward unified goals #isedchat

Jaibyrd123 Jun 16 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A5; a place people love to go and hate to leave #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:30 PM EDT

@Jaibyrd123 yes! Love when you have to ask kids to leave... wish they could just stay sometimes! #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:30 PM EDT

a5 Place where people are as much about others as about themselves. #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Well said! #positveschools #isedchat https://t.co/siJYPnN9EW

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:30 PM EDT

a5 Place where people are as much about others as about themselves. #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Q6: How do you assess school culture/growth in culture? #isedchat

ConsultJodi Jun 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT

It's such a wonderful school that they want their younger siblings to go it. And, maybe even their friends. #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:32 PM EDT

a6 Can feel it, sense it; hear it in what people say and how they say it. #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:33 PM EDT

That is a good indication of a positive school culture! #isedchat https://t.co/fh8WTndSFk

ConsultJodi Jun 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT

It's such a wonderful school that they want their younger siblings to go it. And, maybe even their friends. #isedchat

HelenWilt Jun 16 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5 Safe, sharing, respectful environment for Ss and Ts #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A6 Seek feedback from all constituents, consistently reflect #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A6: growth in enrollment, fundraising, retention of Ss and Ts... both cognitive/non-cognitive gains in Ss... #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A6 More importantly reflect as a team; be ready to tweak when you need to #isedchat

ConsultJodi Jun 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@Learn21Tech It would be a good question to ask your students. Do they want their siblings and friends to go to your school? #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q7: What are some ways to transform school culture that are "low hanging fruit?" #isedchat

HelenWilt Jun 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A6 Formally, through surveys. But you can feel it & see it when you visit classrooms, see Ss work, talk to Ts #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT

a7 Clear out those who are toxic. People make or break culture. #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Has anyone done a cultural "pulse" survey to assess culture? #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A7: we celebrate birthdays, let Ts run PD, bought an office Keurig, let Ts leave early when possible, lunches, fun competitions #isedchat

HelenWilt Jun 16 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A7 Ask to visit each other's rooms, learn from one another. That's so easy but there's so much fear of criticism & judgment #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A7 Keep your eye on the prize, support, support, support, encourage and dont give up! #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:39 PM EDT

@MattVirgil yes.. ISM has one and we did one at my last school called "EE Pulse" https://t.co/vfyhjVgOo4 #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:40 PM EDT

a7 Some of our Ts started wellness and morale teams. Did fantastic job at making people feel more valued. #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A7 Yes, Teacher Leadership, peer observations, let teachers follow their passions, pilot new things (start small) #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:41 PM EDT

a7 Important to provide many varied leadership opportunities. Sends strong message you believe in folks. #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:41 PM EDT

@crottymark love it.. we did Tai Chi.. I want to do group fitness next. #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@Learn21Tech Very cool! #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT

What about low-hanging fruit to build positive culture for Ss? #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Many similar things, just on different level. #isedchat

MattVirgil Jun 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT

#isedchat Well, I have to sign off. We have number 3 due and it looks like we're headed to the hospital pretty soon! Thanks 4 diversion!

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:44 PM EDT

@MattVirgil Holy cow! And you were on here?!? Congrats! #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:44 PM EDT

@MattVirgil wow!! congrats :) #isedchat

HelenWilt Jun 16 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Smile, talk to Ss, build relationships #isedchat

Jaibyrd123 Jun 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A7: transparency and two-way communication #isedchat

ConsultJodi Jun 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Set a basket w/ post-it notes out w/ a marker. Ask students to write what they love about school, & stick it to the wall. #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT

#isedchat - last Q of the night: Q8: What are more strategic/big picture ways to change culture at your school?

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A7 let Ss lead; listen to their passions; support their ideas #isedchat

Jaibyrd123 Jun 16 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7: "w.o.w" cards - What Outstanding Work- let them celebrate one another. Praise from peers. #isedchat

HelenWilt Jun 16 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A8 Communication, be candid with colleagues and stop gossiping! #isedchat

ConsultJodi Jun 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Provide customer service training to administrators, faculty and staff. #isedchat

Jaibyrd123 Jun 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A8: encourage risk taking, have the hard conversations with the right people, celebrate those who deserve it, be visible #isedchat

HelenWilt Jun 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A8 Build each other up, encourage. Happy teachers = happy students = happy school #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A8 Be transparent and inclusive; model your school values; refer constantly back to the mission, vision and strategic goals #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A8: bold re-design of what school looks like... let people lead, innovate, have traditions/community at the same time. personalize #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@HelenWilt how do we find the "time" to do that? #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT

a8 Articulate desired culture; work like crazy to build it; little tolerance for what ruins it. #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@drmisabel12 well said! #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT

@crottymark Yes. Important to confront "stuff" hold people accountable in positive ways, through trust #isedchat

HelenWilt Jun 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT

@Learn21Tech That's in hallways, during meetings, in lunchroom. No time is needed. The time is already there. #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT

#isedchat - thanks for joining us tonight to talk about the important topic of building culture. Remember we all play a role!

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:52 PM EDT

@drmisabel12 I try to assume positive intent. Not much patience if it's not there. #isedchat

HelenWilt Jun 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT

I started a Brag Book to encourage & uplift my colleagues. Composition book, easy peasy #isedchat https://t.co/8BOPHvNH3N

ConsultJodi Jun 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT

So I would love to talk about #microschools, and if they might save #indyschools. #isedchat

crottymark Jun 16 @ 9:54 PM EDT

@Learn21Tech Thanks for great discussion, Lisa and rest of #isedchat folks. Good night!

HelenWilt Jun 16 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Decorated front and back cover with scrapbook paper #isedchat https://t.co/4QH4EpdbIR

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:54 PM EDT

@HelenWilt Great Idea. I started a KUDOS CORNER and BRIGHT IDEAS bulletin Board in faculty lounge. Although I wish more would use #isedchat

Learn21Tech Jun 16 @ 9:55 PM EDT

@HelenWilt so cool! #isedchat

drmisabel12 Jun 16 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Thanks all #isedchat onto #CopaAmerica & Ecuadoe vs. USA

Jaibyrd123 Jun 16 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A8: ask stake holders "what does a world class school look like?" & a world class (T, S, principal) look like?" then make it so. #isedchat

HelenWilt Jun 16 @ 9:57 PM EDT

I couldn't remember if I shared this before #isedchat

HelenWilt Jun 16 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks you eduheroes! See you next time! #isedchat