#memspachat Archive
A chat for Principals, Administrators & Lead Educators. Come join the Collaboration and Learning THURSDAY'S at 8pm ET.
Thursday December 1, 2016
8:00 PM EST
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:00 PM EST
Welcome to tonight’s chat!
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:00 PM EST
I’m Brenda Tenniswood, Director of Ed. Services & member of group working to prompt dialogue about poverty.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
MrDomagalski
- Moderator
Dec 1 @ 8:01 PM EST
Mike Domagalski, checking into tonight's
#MEMSPAchat
starting now! Principal and Elem Curr. Coordinator
@ECSDSchools
In reply to @ECSDSchools
arinabokas
Dec 1 @ 8:01 PM EST
Arina Bokas educator, author, editor Clarkston MI
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btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:01 PM EST
Welcome Mike :)
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:01 PM EST
Welcome Arina-glad to have you
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#MiPovertyMatters
JulieMytych
Dec 1 @ 8:02 PM EST
Julie Mytych, K-4 principal, Walker-Winter in WWCSD
#MEMSPAchat
ForestPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:02 PM EST
Ipad is at 17% power. I'll stay as long as I can
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TRCSPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:03 PM EST
Hello everyone! Allison- Elementary Principal in SW Michigan. Just started reading "Teaching with Poverty in Mind" perfect time"
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btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:03 PM EST
Hi Allison. Perfect timing. Jensen's book is awesome
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
AllysonApsey
Dec 1 @ 8:03 PM EST
Hello my friends! I am going to be in and out, but didn't want to miss
#MEMSPAchat
Allyson, elementary principal from Zeeland, MI
rachelrowley
Dec 1 @ 8:03 PM EST
Rachel Card, principal of Belle River Elementary in Marine City. Hello, Brenda!
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertymatters
abney_heather
Dec 1 @ 8:03 PM EST
Heather Abney, HS principal from VA joining in for a bit!
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mrgeorgehistory
Dec 1 @ 8:03 PM EST
Good evening, Tyler from Clinton, MI. SI Team Chair, AP History, Professor of Teacher Ed. and ESAT. How is everyone?
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:03 PM EST
Allyson, Thanks for joining us!
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:04 PM EST
Hi Rachel, So glad you'll be sharing your perspectives.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
TLiMPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:04 PM EST
Amie McCaw Checking in from Vicksburg Community Schools
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btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:04 PM EST
Welcome Amie.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:05 PM EST
Hi Mr. George-welcome to our chat.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:05 PM EST
Welcome Heather
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#MiPovertyMatters
TLiMPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:05 PM EST
Welcome to MEMSPAchat!
#MEMSPAchat
@mrgeorgehistory
In reply to @mrgeorgehistory
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:06 PM EST
First question coming up in just a minute
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
MEMSPAchat
Dec 1 @ 8:06 PM EST
Excited for a great crew tonight on
#MEMSPAchat
. Very excited to have
@btenniswood
guest moderating the chat
#MIPovertyMatters
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#MEMSPAchat
In reply to @btenniswood
JulieMytych
Dec 1 @ 8:06 PM EST
yes, can't wait until MEMSPA and catching up.
#MEMSPAchat
In reply to @MrDomagalski
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:06 PM EST
Very excited to be here!
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:06 PM EST
Q1: How has the recession impacted families in your community? How has it impacted your students?
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#MiPovertyMatters
mrgeorgehistory
Dec 1 @ 8:06 PM EST
I am excited, I love
#miched
#sschat
#sstchat
#tlap
and
#sstlap
so I figured I would dive into
#MEMSPAchat
too!
In reply to @btenniswood
MEMSPAchat
Dec 1 @ 8:07 PM EST
Tonight's challenge on
#MEMSPAchat
...... Add both hashtags to your comments.
#MIPovertyMatters
+
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:07 PM EST
#Memspachat
is an awesome space for sharing and connecting
In reply to @mrgeorgehistory
MrDomagalski
- Moderator
Dec 1 @ 8:09 PM EST
A1: We've seen it w/ our current 1st grade & Kindergarten families (born 2009-10) More behaviors and issues.
#MIPovertyMatters
#MEMSPAchat
TRCSPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:09 PM EST
Q1: this is my first year in my district but we have a quite a few homeless families and we have a high transient population
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jvincentsen
Dec 1 @ 8:09 PM EST
A1 The demographics of our MA town have changed drastically in the last 10 years <10% free lunch to now 54%
#MIPovertyMatters
#MEMSPAchat
TRCSPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:09 PM EST
Yes! this too, more behavior issues every year.
#MEMSPAchat
MrDomagalski
- Moderator
Dec 1 @ 8:09 PM EST
A1: We've seen it w/ our current 1st grade & Kindergarten families (born 2009-10) More behaviors and issues.
#MIPovertyMatters
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:09 PM EST
Allison, I think many are experiencing the same.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
rachelrowley
Dec 1 @ 8:10 PM EST
A1: Few good jobs for people w/o college/trade school. Working class fams struggle. Fewer resources/cultural experiences for Ss.
#MEMSPAchat
TRCSPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:10 PM EST
Yes, our incoming K students have more severe behaviors than in past years. Even at my past district
#MEMSPAChat
In reply to @MrDomagalski
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:10 PM EST
A1 Increased need for additional resources and supports for students. Also need for empathy.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
jvincentsen
Dec 1 @ 8:10 PM EST
Checking in a bit late to
#MEMSPAchat
I am a lead learner of K-6 school in MA Looking forward to this chat series on
#MIPovertyMatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:11 PM EST
Welcome Julie
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
NoviAcademics
Dec 1 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1 Impact of poverty upon student achievement is undeniable - bottom 5% schools located in areas of persistent poverty
#MEMSPAchat
BillK76
Dec 1 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1. Number of students dropped dramatically which brings all the budget crunches.
#memspachat
#mipovertymatters
TLiMPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1- Ditto to Mr. Domalgalski-Our youngest learners have more stress than years past
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertymatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:11 PM EST
Critical that we acknowledge and address
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @NoviAcademics
arinabokas
Dec 1 @ 8:12 PM EST
Kids seem to be more disangaged. More absorbed into their lives outside of school. A1
#MiPovertyMatters
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:06 PM EST
Q1: How has the recession impacted families in your community? How has it impacted your students?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
abney_heather
Dec 1 @ 8:12 PM EST
A1. We have 2600+ Ss. So proud of
@wshs_keyclub
. They collect donations to feed up to 100 elem families each weekend.
#memspachat
In reply to @wshs_keyclub
BillK76
Dec 1 @ 8:12 PM EST
A1a. More Ss coming into K without basic skills and more behavior challenges.
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#mipovertymatters
jvincentsen
Dec 1 @ 8:12 PM EST
Yes, a huge change. Much more need, much more DCF involvement, much more SEL work on my part than instruc ldrshp
#MEMSPAchat
In reply to @MrDomagalski
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:12 PM EST
Awesome to have such a support network for families.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @abney_heather, @wshs_keyclub
mrgeorgehistory
Dec 1 @ 8:13 PM EST
A1) Greatly reduced student population, the level of affluency has remained relativley constant
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#MEMSPAchat
AllysonApsey
Dec 1 @ 8:13 PM EST
A1: Have many Ss in crisis who have dealt with trauma, Ts must be trained to support them. Do what I say cuz I say doesn't work
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:13 PM EST
At RESA level we're working on PD to help support tchrs with new strategies
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @jvincentsen, @MrDomagalski
NoviAcademics
Dec 1 @ 8:13 PM EST
A1 Schools in areas of persistent poverty become primary line of support for families
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertymatters
TLiMPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:13 PM EST
Yes-- more empathy!
#Memspachat
# MIPovertyMatters
@btenniswood
In reply to @btenniswood
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:13 PM EST
Important of schools and teachers cannot be overstated
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @NoviAcademics
jvincentsen
Dec 1 @ 8:14 PM EST
We are experiencing the same here in MA
#MIPovertyMatters
#MEMSPAchat
In reply to @BillK76
PostleBrown
Dec 1 @ 8:14 PM EST
A1: under resourced students are not physically or emotionally at their best to learn
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:14 PM EST
Question 2 coming up
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:14 PM EST
We need to support tchrs with new strategies
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @MrDomagalski, @ECSDSchools
JulieMytych
Dec 1 @ 8:14 PM EST
I'm not getting ?s or seeing many As. What am I doing wrong?
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertymatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:14 PM EST
Welcome Rachel
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
arinabokas
Dec 1 @ 8:14 PM EST
There is a drop in student agency factor - "I'm nobody" type of mindset. A1
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:15 PM EST
We have to connect with students and make all feel welcome and loved
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @arinabokas
BillK76
Dec 1 @ 8:15 PM EST
K expectations are higher than ever and students coming in with less skills equals G A P which is harder to close
#MEMSPAchat
TLiMPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:15 PM EST
Our district's weekend lunchpacks has grown immensely in last few years
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertyMatters
#GenerousHands
@abney_heather
In reply to @abney_heather
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:16 PM EST
Q2:Poverty =chronic condition affecting mind body& soul resulting from multiple adverse risk factors.Thoughts?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
arinabokas
Dec 1 @ 8:17 PM EST
School are often the only stability in impoverish communities.
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
NoviAcademics
Dec 1 @ 8:13 PM EST
A1 Schools in areas of persistent poverty become primary line of support for families
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertymatters
ForestPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:17 PM EST
A1: We had to hire a RTI person just for KDG. To meet the needs of Cs.
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertymatters
TLiMPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:17 PM EST
Yes-- it seems Ss have experienced much trauma. More T training needed
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertyMatters
@AllysonApsey
In reply to @AllysonApsey
MEMSPAchat
Dec 1 @ 8:17 PM EST
#MEMSPAchat
- QUESTION 2
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:16 PM EST
Q2:Poverty =chronic condition affecting mind body& soul resulting from multiple adverse risk factors.Thoughts?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
MrDomagalski
- Moderator
Dec 1 @ 8:17 PM EST
#MEMSPAchat
- QUESTION 2
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:16 PM EST
Q2:Poverty =chronic condition affecting mind body& soul resulting from multiple adverse risk factors.Thoughts?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
BillK76
Dec 1 @ 8:17 PM EST
that GAP causes frustration in Ss which leads to shutdown, behaviors, and dislike of school at early age.
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:17 PM EST
@NoviAcademics
Completely agree! Schools play such a critical role in the lives of our s.
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
In reply to @arinabokas, @NoviAcademics
AllysonApsey
Dec 1 @ 8:18 PM EST
Yes! Saw the preview of
#papertigers
, when are you going? Maybe I can join you!
#MEMSPAchat
In reply to @PostleBrown
rachelrowley
Dec 1 @ 8:18 PM EST
A2: Stress from poverty increases divorce, substance abuse, incarceration. Often lack of hope & prevalence of mistrust.
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:18 PM EST
Welcome Jason
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
mrgeorgehistory
Dec 1 @ 8:18 PM EST
A2) Couldn't agree more. My dad lost his job when NAFTA was passed and the company moved to Mexico, I relate
#MIPovertyMatters
#MEMSPAchat
PostleBrown
Dec 1 @ 8:18 PM EST
A2: couldn't agree more this Ted Talk describes how trauma effects brain development
https://t.co/7VkP5BLdTo
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:18 PM EST
A2; Poverty is complex and knowledge of types may lead to better supports
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
abney_heather
Dec 1 @ 8:19 PM EST
A2. A great article about how poverty affects classroom engagement. Worth reading!
https://t.co/bEtjdUpBdr
#memspachat
MrDomagalski
- Moderator
Dec 1 @ 8:19 PM EST
A2: Def multiple adverse risk factors. We need 2 look @ adding services 2 attend to these, but cutting budgets
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertyMatters
HERprincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:19 PM EST
Don't know what happens when Ss leave school. We do the best for them while they are there.
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
In reply to @arinabokas
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:19 PM EST
Cognitive gaps one of the four risk factors.
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
In reply to @BillK76
TRCSPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:19 PM EST
A2: we had a great opening day PD with Jim Henry from C-TAC at WMU, very informativehttps://wmich.edu/traumacenter
#MEMSPAChat
BillK76
Dec 1 @ 8:20 PM EST
When you are worried about whats for dinner, finding money for bills, etc. Homework and school becomes less important by need.
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:20 PM EST
Our s are dealing with a multitude of stressors.
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
In reply to @rachelrowley
JulieMytych
Dec 1 @ 8:20 PM EST
all tweets on. Must be system. I usually have no issues. I could've briefly lost my mind.
#MIPovertymatters
#MEMSPAchat
In reply to @MeganSchrauben
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:20 PM EST
This looks like a great Ted Talk-thanks for sharing
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
In reply to @PostleBrown
arinabokas
Dec 1 @ 8:20 PM EST
Children in poverty are 16 times more likely than middle-class ones to have asthma, 12.8 million missed school days annually A2
#memspachat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:21 PM EST
Welcome Laura
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:21 PM EST
Jim Henry is a great resource
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
In reply to @TRCSPrincipal
HERprincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2: Investment in resources in and out of school for families is a must. Schools can't do it alone
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
NoviAcademics
Dec 1 @ 8:22 PM EST
A2 I visited my father's childhood home, reminded me of the negative impact growing up in poverty had on him
#MEMSPAchat
#Mipovertymatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:22 PM EST
The impact of poverty is so significant-truly impacts everything.
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
In reply to @arinabokas
JulieMytych
Dec 1 @ 8:22 PM EST
just followed Brenda lol.
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertymatters
In reply to @TLiMPrincipal
benjamingilpin
Dec 1 @ 8:23 PM EST
I agree that poverty is a huge issue. However, make no mistake, parents & communities can overcome poverty.
#MEMSPAchat
#Resilience
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:23 PM EST
Q3 is in the hopper...
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
TLiMPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:23 PM EST
A2 I have witnessed stress w/ poverty causing long term negative results in physical, emotional and mental
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertymatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:23 PM EST
Totally agree-that's why principals and tchrs are so critical
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
In reply to @benjamingilpin
BaughmAaron
Dec 1 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2: I can speak first hand about the effects of poverty on students and it is far greater than most people can imagine
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:24 PM EST
Q3a: 6 types of poverty: situational, generational, absolute, relative, urban, & rural. Which do you see most?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
TRCSPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:24 PM EST
To add to this, one thing we need to consider is secondary trauma that T's face due to this and provide help for them as well
#MEMSPAchat
TLiMPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:23 PM EST
A2 I have witnessed stress w/ poverty causing long term negative results in physical, emotional and mental
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertymatters
jvincentsen
Dec 1 @ 8:25 PM EST
Yes, this is a very impactful Ted Talk
#MIPovertyMatters
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#MEMSPAchat
PostleBrown
Dec 1 @ 8:18 PM EST
A2: couldn't agree more this Ted Talk describes how trauma effects brain development
https://t.co/7VkP5BLdTo
#MEMSPAchat
MEMSPAchat
Dec 1 @ 8:25 PM EST
#MEMSPAchat
- QUESTION 3 just posted by
@btenniswood
(If you aren't following her, you def should)
In reply to @btenniswood
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:24 PM EST
Q3a: 6 types of poverty: situational, generational, absolute, relative, urban, & rural. Which do you see most?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
AllysonApsey
Dec 1 @ 8:25 PM EST
Absolutely.
#MEMSPAchat
benjamingilpin
Dec 1 @ 8:23 PM EST
I agree that poverty is a huge issue. However, make no mistake, parents & communities can overcome poverty.
#MEMSPAchat
#Resilience
TLiMPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:25 PM EST
Thanks for sharing! This will help with the empathy needed in our schools and communities
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertymatters
In reply to @PostleBrown
arinabokas
Dec 1 @ 8:26 PM EST
Just had my new piece published by ACSD A Bridge to School This chart is from there A2
https://t.co/WgI4ldVmEE
#memspachat
JulieMytych
Dec 1 @ 8:26 PM EST
one of the reasons Memspa attendees have to attend your session in TC
#MEMSPAchat
#MIpovertymatters
In reply to @BaughmAaron
BaughmAaron
Dec 1 @ 8:26 PM EST
A3: No doubt that we see generational poverty on the rise in our area
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
benjamingilpin
Dec 1 @ 8:26 PM EST
As leaders we must offer resources & support. We need families that want to defy odds.We need our kids to see a brighter future.
#MEMSPAchat
PostleBrown
Dec 1 @ 8:27 PM EST
A3: in my district a suburban middle class we see relative and situational mostly a few families struggling in generational
#MEMSPAchat
rachelrowley
Dec 1 @ 8:27 PM EST
A3a: Relative & generational poverty most common forms in my area. Ss learn what they live. It's their norm.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
ForestPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:27 PM EST
A3: situational/relative
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AllysonApsey
Dec 1 @ 8:27 PM EST
A2: Must take care of Ss as little people first, always. As principals, we need to model this teachers--they have trauma too.
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:28 PM EST
So important to respect where s come from. You do such a great job with families.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @rachelrowley
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:28 PM EST
Always think of the old adage, they won't learn until they know you care.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @AllysonApsey
NoviAcademics
Dec 1 @ 8:29 PM EST
Having served families in areas of abject poverty, middle income, and affluence - no question in my mind who needs more support
#MEMSPAchat
benjamingilpin
Dec 1 @ 8:29 PM EST
A3 - As principal & community member I see Generational Poverty the most. The challenge is changing the cycle. Giving kids HOPE.
#MEMSPAchat
arinabokas
Dec 1 @ 8:29 PM EST
I wrote a chapter Partners in Adversity in my new book - exactly on how this can be done.
https://t.co/tVAABjkkXU
#MEMSPAchat
benjamingilpin
Dec 1 @ 8:23 PM EST
I agree that poverty is a huge issue. However, make no mistake, parents & communities can overcome poverty.
#MEMSPAchat
#Resilience
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:29 PM EST
Part B of Q3 coming next
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
JWSwegles
Dec 1 @ 8:29 PM EST
A3a: I certainly see generational and rural poverty and they both have a hand in the other. For some they can't afford to work.
#memspachat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:30 PM EST
I need to read your book. We're collecting resources to share
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @arinabokas
JulieMytych
Dec 1 @ 8:30 PM EST
Aaron did a 5 session PD on poverty for my school. Life changing!
#MEMSPAchat
#MIpovertymatters
In reply to @MrDomagalski, @BaughmAaron, @btenniswood
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:30 PM EST
Our families are facing incredible challenges.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @JWSwegles
BaughmAaron
Dec 1 @ 8:30 PM EST
I can tell you that teachers were that hope for me. Teachers changed my life!
#MEMSPAchat
In reply to @benjamingilpin
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:30 PM EST
Q3b: How might the 6 types of poverty framework change how you think about & approach poverty at your school?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
JWSwegles
Dec 1 @ 8:31 PM EST
Q3a: Work means travel which means gas $$$. Work means child care (for some). Only 1 car in family limits "shifts" one can work
#memspachat
arinabokas
Dec 1 @ 8:31 PM EST
Generational poverty is about the mindset. People don't believe that can change this. A3
#memspachat
#MiPovertyMatters
JWSwegles
Dec 1 @ 8:32 PM EST
Tough to pull yourself up by your boot straps when you can't afford boots!
#memspachat
#mipovertymatters
In reply to @btenniswood
rachelrowley
Dec 1 @ 8:32 PM EST
A3b: My hope if for Ss to break cycle of poverty. Develop self-motivation, promote goal-setting. Ss forge own paths to success.
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:33 PM EST
Spot on. Goal is not to "admire the problem" but work to SOLVE it :)
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @rachelrowley
MEMSPAchat
Dec 1 @ 8:33 PM EST
QUESTION 3b on
#MEMSPAchat
Remember to add both hashtags for awareness:
#MEMSPAchat
&
#MIPovertyMatters
= copy and paste
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:30 PM EST
Q3b: How might the 6 types of poverty framework change how you think about & approach poverty at your school?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:33 PM EST
Great work so far. Keep the resources and insights coming!
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
BaughmAaron
Dec 1 @ 8:33 PM EST
A3: the learning is that you can't always tell which students are in poverty. It comes in many forms.
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
benjamingilpin
Dec 1 @ 8:33 PM EST
Aaron, that is what I love! We need more educators to help change the cycle.
#MEMSPAchat
In reply to @BaughmAaron, @btenniswood
HERprincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:34 PM EST
A3b: Have hope for all the students that we educate!
#MEMSPAchat
#MIpovertymatters
ifireup
Dec 1 @ 8:34 PM EST
Principals Build Those Relationship!
https://t.co/enBe4EwXCg
#memspachat
#leadupchat
#principals
BillK76
Dec 1 @ 8:34 PM EST
You can see the effects at an early age. harder to see/develop that positive/growth mindset. Already assume the worse. Sad
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:34 PM EST
I think it's so critical to challenge our own assumptions as well.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @BaughmAaron
arinabokas
Dec 1 @ 8:35 PM EST
We need to constantly communicate2 families benefits of education; offer apprenticeships 4 kids to earn $ A3b
#memspachat
#MiPovertyMatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:35 PM EST
Growth set so important. Great connections between gm and Jensen's work
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @BillK76
BaughmAaron
Dec 1 @ 8:35 PM EST
Excited to be sharing my own story of breaking the cycle of poverty next week at MEMSPA
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:35 PM EST
Yes-offer a vision of what can be
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @arinabokas
HAYSchoolNorton
Dec 1 @ 8:35 PM EST
#MEMSPAchat
A3: like instruction , we can't approach each child suffering from poverty in the same manner.
benjamingilpin
Dec 1 @ 8:36 PM EST
We can't assume when it comes to poverty.People have a lot of pride when it comes to supporting their kids.We must respect this.
#MEMSPAchat
JulieMytych
Dec 1 @ 8:36 PM EST
@btenniswood
teaching the lang. of life skills and life long guidelines school wide has had a + affect on our Ss
#MEMSPAchat
In reply to @rachelrowley, @btenniswood
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:36 PM EST
Absolutely!
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @benjamingilpin
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:36 PM EST
Wish I could attend!
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @BaughmAaron
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:37 PM EST
Q4: Why is it important to challenge assumptions and build awareness of how poverty affects our children?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
TLiMPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:38 PM EST
A3b Looking at the root of the problem could help lead to alignment of proper solutions
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertymatters
@btenniswood
In reply to @btenniswood
JWSwegles
Dec 1 @ 8:38 PM EST
Agreed. In order to move forward, one must have hope combined with opportunity, some provided some self-created
#MEMSPAchat
In reply to @HERprincipal
BaughmAaron
Dec 1 @ 8:38 PM EST
A4: students can tell if you believe in them. If we don't change assumptions we doom them to fail.
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:38 PM EST
I love this : Hope and opportunity
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @JWSwegles, @HERprincipal
PostleBrown
Dec 1 @ 8:39 PM EST
A4: poverty like many other factors impacts our students ability to learn we must provide support an intervention
#MEMSPAchat
arinabokas
Dec 1 @ 8:39 PM EST
#memspachat
Technical/ Career Education, Middle and Early College, Articulated Credit - anything to light the path.
#mipovertymatters
MEMSPAchat
Dec 1 @ 8:39 PM EST
QUESTION 4 on
#MEMSPAchat
- Great learning and collaboration happening now!
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:37 PM EST
Q4: Why is it important to challenge assumptions and build awareness of how poverty affects our children?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
HAYSchoolNorton
Dec 1 @ 8:39 PM EST
#MEMSPAchat
A4: If you simply assume to know each child and the effects poverty has on them, you could very well do more bad than good.
benjamingilpin
Dec 1 @ 8:39 PM EST
Whether intentional or not we inadvertently stereotype students. Students in poverty require dedication, patience & love.
#MEMSPAchat
NoviAcademics
Dec 1 @ 8:39 PM EST
A4 Educators are a powerful voice for the families we serve, being an advocate/ally means sharing their story
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertymatters
AllysonApsey
Dec 1 @ 8:39 PM EST
A4: Because children, regardless of circumstances, can do anything if we help them.
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:37 PM EST
Q4: Why is it important to challenge assumptions and build awareness of how poverty affects our children?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
rachelrowley
Dec 1 @ 8:40 PM EST
A4: Develop cultural competence with regards to poverty. Ss brains work/learn differently as result of effects of poverty.
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:40 PM EST
Always critical to challenge our own assumptions. Reflection and intention are a must
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @HAYSchoolNorton
HAYSchoolNorton
Dec 1 @ 8:40 PM EST
#MEMSPAchat
A4: Kids are so perceptive. If they see that you take a cookie-cutter approach to all students, they'll see right through you.
HERprincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:40 PM EST
Making the opportunities about the kids is a must. Always think about supporting the students.
#MEMSPAchat
#Mipovertymatters
arinabokas
Dec 1 @ 8:41 PM EST
Often even parents don't know all of the effects. Community even less. Education's no longer just for kids A4
#memspachat
#mipovertymatters
JWSwegles
Dec 1 @ 8:41 PM EST
A4: Don't commit assumicide! Be aware, acknowledge & respect Ss for what they bring, mitigate the effects.
#mipovertymatters
#memspachat
HERprincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:41 PM EST
...and more often than not the opportunity is given to kids by education
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:38 PM EST
I love this : Hope and opportunity
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @JWSwegles, @HERprincipal
TRCSPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:41 PM EST
Agree 100% they need to know they can trust us to take care of them
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
benjamingilpin
Dec 1 @ 8:39 PM EST
Whether intentional or not we inadvertently stereotype students. Students in poverty require dedication, patience & love.
#MEMSPAchat
benjamingilpin
Dec 1 @ 8:41 PM EST
ALL students require support. However, as educators we need to be persistent with students in poverty. We will meet resistance.
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:42 PM EST
Awesome response!
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @JWSwegles
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:42 PM EST
Q5: What strategies have you implemented to address the impact of poverty on your students?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
MrDomagalski
- Moderator
Dec 1 @ 8:42 PM EST
#MEMSPAchat
ifireup
Dec 1 @ 8:42 PM EST
Lighten Up and Stay Connected!
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Happy Holidays!
#edchat
#edtech
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#leadupchat
#cpchat
EduGladiators
Dec 1 @ 8:43 PM EST
Tune in
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#mschat
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HERprincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:43 PM EST
A4: Because cycles are broken because of education!!!
#MEMSPAchat
#MIpovertymatters
MrDomagalski
- Moderator
Dec 1 @ 8:43 PM EST
#MEMSPAchat
- Last call on the
@MEMSPA
Annual Conference: Check it out TODAY and register tomorrow! CLICK:
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In reply to @MEMSPA
BaughmAaron
Dec 1 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5: relationships, relationships, relationships!
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
benjamingilpin
Dec 1 @ 8:43 PM EST
In two weeks Warner Elementary will hold its 6th Annual Outreach Night. Offering all families free shopping.
#MEMSPAchat
TRCSPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:44 PM EST
A5: cont. training with Jim Henry. Trying to connect with all parents to build a partnership.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
MEMSPAchat
Dec 1 @ 8:44 PM EST
QUESTION 5 just posted on
#MEMSPAchat
- Check it out and collaborate
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:42 PM EST
Q5: What strategies have you implemented to address the impact of poverty on your students?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
PostleBrown
Dec 1 @ 8:44 PM EST
A5:Hand2Hand support, Kids Hope Mentors,community events to get parents involved,HIGH EXPECTATIONS& RELATIONSHIPS with all kids!
#MEMSPAchat
HAYSchoolNorton
Dec 1 @ 8:44 PM EST
#MEMSPAchat
A5: We have a school leadership team that brings concerns to the table relative to students in need. We design a plan to help.
rachelrowley
Dec 1 @ 8:44 PM EST
A5: Foster growth mindset in staff/students. Develop whole child. Form relationships. Teach mindfulness.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:45 PM EST
High expectations and empathy are a great combination
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @PostleBrown
arinabokas
Dec 1 @ 8:45 PM EST
Education of adults is not an option. Low income community need learning infrastructures for families. A4
#memspachat
#mipovertymatters
MrPBailey
Dec 1 @ 8:45 PM EST
A4 understanding how
#stress
affects ppl living in poverty is shocking check out thr post I wrote on it
https://t.co/ZWJJ6JniQA
#MEMSPAchat
ForestPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:45 PM EST
A5: our community does so much to help out; good fellows food drive, coats for kids, toys for tots.
#MEMSPAchat
#MIpovertymatters
DaveStefanich
Dec 1 @ 8:45 PM EST
A5:Worked with
@wofdsvc
2 start Breakfast in the Classroom. Free breakfast 4 all S's so they r able 2 start day ready 2 learn.
#MEMSPAchat
In reply to @wofdsvc
benjamingilpin
Dec 1 @ 8:46 PM EST
We also have a teacher-led Backpack Program that sends home food each Thursday to families in need.
#MEMSPAchat
JulieMytych
Dec 1 @ 8:46 PM EST
A4: To hear explicit stories re: how poverty has affected Ss you love has big impact. Makes u more empathic.
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
TLiMPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:46 PM EST
A4 Seek First to Understand then to be Understood leads to positive change for our students
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertyMatters
#7habits
BaughmAaron
Dec 1 @ 8:46 PM EST
A5: We have to help teachers see the power they have to change life of a child forever. I mean family trees forever different
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:46 PM EST
Agreed. Important to really understand and build empathy.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @JulieMytych
benjamingilpin
Dec 1 @ 8:47 PM EST
During the summer
@susankhaney
runs a Fresh Food Initiative for all families to receive food baskets each Monday.
#MEMSPAchat
In reply to @susankhaney
arinabokas
Dec 1 @ 8:47 PM EST
Agency. Ss need to believe that they can before they can. I give ss tasks which require taking charge. A5
#memspachat
#MiPovertyMatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:48 PM EST
Awesome-important to provide support year round
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @benjamingilpin, @susankhaney
JWSwegles
Dec 1 @ 8:48 PM EST
A5: Grants that supply healthy snacks, community support 140 food bags on Fridays, resource assistance for families, mentoring
#memspachat
DaveStefanich
Dec 1 @ 8:48 PM EST
our Kids Hope church does Hand2Hand on Friday. Food in backpacks for the weekend.
#MEMSPAchat
In reply to @MrDomagalski
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:49 PM EST
Q6: How do you create a positive school climate/culture which provides a safety net for students?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
arinabokas
Dec 1 @ 8:49 PM EST
No one entity can do this alone. Together we can; in respectful relationships based on trust.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
PostleBrown
Dec 1 @ 8:44 PM EST
A5:Hand2Hand support, Kids Hope Mentors,community events to get parents involved,HIGH EXPECTATIONS& RELATIONSHIPS with all kids!
#MEMSPAchat
BillK76
Dec 1 @ 8:49 PM EST
A5. We have an AMAZING program to help our families Its run by our counselors/social worker & supported by the Dist, Ts and com
#MEMSPAchat
ForestPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:49 PM EST
A5: we have a lot of student lead initiatives in our school; gloves and hat drives, mom to mom sales, and giving tree
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:50 PM EST
Love the collaborative nature and level of support
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @BillK76
JulieMytych
Dec 1 @ 8:50 PM EST
it's amazing how churches, etc have reached out to help us!
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @ForestPrincipal
TRCSPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:50 PM EST
A6: show them we care by giving them leadership opportunities. To show them what they do has value
#MEMSPAchat
benjamingilpin
Dec 1 @ 8:50 PM EST
Creating a supporting culture begins with trust. It will take time. As leaders this is when we truly must champion ALL students.
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:50 PM EST
Great opportunity for students to develop agency and empathy.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @ForestPrincipal
HAYSchoolNorton
Dec 1 @ 8:51 PM EST
#MEMSPAchat
A6: Visibility. Visibility. Visibility. Kids need to see you, interact with you, and view you as a role model...OFTEN.
BaughmAaron
Dec 1 @ 8:51 PM EST
A6: Constntly share success stories and build hope in students. People who have hope have a reason to keep going!
#MEMSPAchat
TLiMPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:51 PM EST
A5 Behavior specialists K-12, lunchpack program, increase student service projects to teach empathy,
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertymatters
MEMSPAchat
Dec 1 @ 8:51 PM EST
Question 6 on
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:49 PM EST
Q6: How do you create a positive school climate/culture which provides a safety net for students?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:51 PM EST
Every student deserves a champion. Best Ted Talk ever.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @benjamingilpin
PostleBrown
Dec 1 @ 8:51 PM EST
A6:your school culture must be one where every staff member owns every kid,have systems of supports,build staff capacity with PD
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:52 PM EST
Relationships and hope are all important.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @HAYSchoolNorton
benjamingilpin
Dec 1 @ 8:52 PM EST
I love to find and share success stories. I share them with students, staff and our community to begin changing assumptions.
#MEMSPAchat
HERprincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:52 PM EST
A6: Every day. PBIS initiatives and a lot of reminders. Telling the children that we love them and care for them....ALL
#MEMSPAchat
TLiMPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:52 PM EST
A6- Believer in Leader in Me to empower ALL students from ALL socio-economic levels
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertymatters
@btenniswood
In reply to @btenniswood
arinabokas
Dec 1 @ 8:53 PM EST
A focus on empathy and respect. Modeling this, talking about it, reading, writing, living it A6
#memspachat
#mipovertymatters
HAYSchoolNorton
Dec 1 @ 8:53 PM EST
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:53 PM EST
Important to build that vision and support s in achieving it
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @benjamingilpin
JulieMytych
Dec 1 @ 8:53 PM EST
A6: school wide Lang of lifeskills & lifelong guidelines, weekly class meeting to give lifeskills compliments
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:54 PM EST
So critical to teach social norms and lifeskills-develops community too.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @JulieMytych
ForestPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:54 PM EST
As a future Leader in Me school, I encourage our students to support each other
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:54 PM EST
Q7: What resources have you found valuable for your profession learning related to poverty?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
GigiHadidIDIOT
Dec 1 @ 8:55 PM EST
#GoBlue
and call me an
#idiot
#MEMSPAchat
#WorldAIDSDay
if you are an immigrant with an accent I will mock you.
#GigiHadid
JWSwegles
Dec 1 @ 8:55 PM EST
Q6: Be Present, Be Vulnerable, and Build Relationships.
#memspachat
MEMSPAchat
Dec 1 @ 8:55 PM EST
#MEMSPAchat
- Last question.... Q7
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:54 PM EST
Q7: What resources have you found valuable for your profession learning related to poverty?
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
TRCSPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:56 PM EST
A7: Ruby Payne and Eric Jensen are 2 authors I admire.
#memspachat
JulieMytych
Dec 1 @ 8:56 PM EST
yes. It also builds intrinsic motivation & shows Ss that they can control how they choose to act
#MEMSPAchat
#mipovertymatters
In reply to @btenniswood
HAYSchoolNorton
Dec 1 @ 8:56 PM EST
#MEMSPAchat
A6: Social-emotional training for students and staff!!!
PostleBrown
Dec 1 @ 8:56 PM EST
#MEMSPAchat
December is hard try to uplift staff through a daily affirmation. today window 1, tomorrow 2, next 3
https://t.co/VZLm2LRfHP
TLiMPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:57 PM EST
A7 MEMSPACHAT :)
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertymatters
@btenniswood
In reply to @btenniswood
rachelrowley
Dec 1 @ 8:57 PM EST
A7: Eric Jensen, Paul Gorski, Ruby Payne. Mindfulness, Susan Kaiser Greenland. Growth Mindset, Carol Dweck
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
ForestPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:57 PM EST
A7:
#MEMSPAchat
and my PLN are my best resources
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:57 PM EST
Interested in more dialogue Link for “SMORE” information:
https://t.co/jR2G9w4wNq
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
BaughmAaron
Dec 1 @ 8:57 PM EST
A7: Eric Jensen hit the nail on the head. His book can give you everything you need to make the difference.
#MEMSPAchat
@EricJensenBrain
In reply to @EricJensenBrain
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:58 PM EST
Thanks for an inspiring chat, as usual. MEMSPA community is awesome.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
arinabokas
Dec 1 @ 8:58 PM EST
Organization for Economic Co-Operation &Development reports
@OECDEduSkills
- a wealth of research & information. A7
#memspachat
In reply to @OECDEduSkills
cwoolman06
Dec 1 @ 8:58 PM EST
A7: Eric Jensen books have been very eye opening to our team and very practical applications too
#MEMSPAchat
TRCSPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:58 PM EST
Thanks
#MEMSPAchat
! Looking forward to connecting F2F with many of you next week!
PostleBrown
Dec 1 @ 8:59 PM EST
A7: Social Thinking, mindfulness, tool kit for dealing with kids in trauma, Jonath Koval
#MEMSPAchat
MrPBailey
Dec 1 @ 8:59 PM EST
A7 No. 1 Growing up in poverty and No. 2 listening to Ss' life stories
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:59 PM EST
You've done a great job with your book studies
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @cwoolman06
cwoolman06
Dec 1 @ 8:59 PM EST
A6: Thrpugh relationships. You get to know students individually and that connection is key to them feeling safe
#MEMSPAchat
TLiMPrincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:59 PM EST
Thank you
@btenniswood
! This was a great example of collaboration tonight
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertymatters
#GoodNight
!
In reply to @btenniswood
BaughmAaron
Dec 1 @ 8:59 PM EST
Looking forward to seeing you all next. I would love to meet you at my session if you are able to stop by!
#MEMSPAchat
btenniswood
Dec 1 @ 8:59 PM EST
Thanks Allison. Appreciate all your insights.
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
MrDomagalski
- Moderator
Dec 1 @ 8:59 PM EST
Thanks to
@btenniswood
for moderating an awesome chat
#MEMSPAchat
#MIPovertyMatters
She'll be back on Dec 15 for another round
In reply to @btenniswood
HERprincipal
Dec 1 @ 8:59 PM EST
Thank you everyone for such an inspirational chat
#MEMSPAchat
JulieMytych
Dec 1 @ 8:59 PM EST
A7: listening to
@BaughmAaron
speak on his personal experiences/teaching w/poverty in mind
#MEMSPAchat
#MiPovertyMatters
In reply to @BaughmAaron
