#ALedchat Archive
#ALedchat is a weekly chat on Twitter about education topics. It is held each Monday from 9-10pmCST. While the discussion on #ALedchat continues on Twitter well beyond our weekly one-hour chat session, this platform affords us the opportunity to extend, expand and share the conversation with an even greater audience. Educators from across the state of Alabama, and the world, can come here to find encouragement, support, resources, professional growth opportunities and advice, while providing the same to their colleagues.
Monday May 16, 2016
Welcome to ! Please tell us where youre tweeting from, name, position, and any other information that you would like us to have
Christy Bice, AP at Haleyville Elementary and co-moderator for . Looking forward to learning with you all tonight,
Danny Steele ... principal in Alabaster, AL
Fight the good fight. https://t.co/8X04MsIcJl
Hate I am missing tonight, but feverishly processing dissertation data.
Welcome to ! I'm Jennifer, HS AP at Hoover High. Co-founder of this chat & . Excited about tonight's topic!
Tonight's topic is about stress & how to handle it. If you have even 1 idea, share it. You may help 1,000's w/ your answer
Derek Dixon, 7-12 Social Studies Teacher in North English, IA. Excited to with my PLN on !
Justin Schleider teacher Prek-6 Trenton nj 5th grade chess champion
Becky, elem principal from Monmouth, Il.
David McCollum; principal
Great to have you with us!
Melissa Mann collaborative teacher, Madison County Schools
My name is J.Shaw. Asst Super in Florence City co^4moderator of
Welcome to tonight's about STRESS!
Welcome! Looking forward to tonight's chat.
Woot! Glad you're back, Derek! https://t.co/xeQBO2WwPX
Derek Dixon, 7-12 Social Studies Teacher in North English, IA. Excited to with my PLN on !
Kendrick Myers, AP at Opelika High joining another great session of
Hail to the Garden State https://t.co/9k5vdCZVwD
Justin Schleider teacher Prek-6 Trenton nj 5th grade chess champion
Justin is in the house! We are in for a treat tonight!
We will use the Q1-A1 for the question and answer format. Question 1 is coming up in 1 min
Deidre Jefferson, AP, Mobile County Public Schools
Excited for tonight and this discussion! It's a stressful but exciting time of year!
Always great having you with us!
Hey Becky! Been on the school's roof again lately? :-)
Emily Burkett-- English teacher at Clay-Chalkville HS
Grayson Lawrence, Assistant Principal, Winterboro High School, Talladega County, AL
Good evening, friends! Bethany, elementary lead learner from in Arkansas.
Hi, David! We have a teacher at our school with the same name. I always do a double-take when you're here! :-)
Q1 What things stressed/worried you the most this year?
Elaine Frix, 3rd grade-Haleyville Elementary School-Looking forward to learning with you tonight.
Sounds like a big game! Stressful but exciting - Just the way we like it!
Welcome, Elaine! Glad you're here tonight!
A1: The worry of not being able to fully support kids with major social/emotional needs and mental health struggles.
Great to have you with us, Elaine!
Welcome, Mr. AL AP of the year!! Woot! Glad you're here tonight!
A1: Each year I worry I'm not doing enough for our Ss. I want them to succeed and have positive feelings about school.
A1 having to start over building a relationship with all new admin. Will they get my style? What's their vision etc
Woot! Bethany, so glad you're here!
https://t.co/P9rCdkG62h
A1: The worry of not being able to fully support kids with major social/emotional needs and mental health struggles.
A1 The most stressful thing for me was making sure I was meeting the needs of ALL of my Ss. Asking "what's best for kids?"
Hey, Grayson! Glad you could make it tonight! 80's fan?
Kim Hall, Freshman Academy English Morristown, TN Excited to be a part of this group!
no more roof experiences for me, but 6th grade teachers will be doing an egg drop to see which egg can last! #
hmmmm.... so you're an acquired taste? https://t.co/xNhzxUectT
A1 having to start over building a relationship with all new admin. Will they get my style? What's their vision etc
A1: Trying to meet the many needs of every student; and of course the paperwork(sped teacher)
The stakes are potentially very high with student bullying. I am bothered by that almost daily. https://t.co/TWvwaxlrgV
Q1 What things stressed/worried you the most this year?
True educators really just want them to be successful https://t.co/E0ZwlE8X6T
A1: Each year I worry I'm not doing enough for our Ss. I want them to succeed and have positive feelings about school.
A1: I always stress that I'm not doing enough. Being enough. Bringing out enough in people.
A1: Intervention and realizing we have been beating a dead horse and should be focusing more on innovation and passion building.
A1: Making sure teachers and students needs were met…am I being an effective leader. https://t.co/N2fOTcCJz7
Q1 What things stressed/worried you the most this year?
Great minds..... https://t.co/JGlH5eSiHK
A1: I always stress that I'm not doing enough. Being enough. Bringing out enough in people.
This is such a great shift in perspective!
Yes! https://t.co/B5EIigC84P
A1 The most stressful thing for me was making sure I was meeting the needs of ALL of my Ss. Asking "what's best for kids?"
Good eve
Maggie Bolado, South Texas
A1.1: Also worried about our school culture. Spent the majority of this semester trying to build a positive culture to last!
That's more than a slogan. When done, it's one of the toughest things to do in education https://t.co/4kWS5Dt9fG
A1 The most stressful thing for me was making sure I was meeting the needs of ALL of my Ss. Asking "what's best for kids?"
oh yes. Can u believe not everyone loves me? I know so hard for me to understand as well
Total epiphany for me, and I am determined to pursue the light even though very few see it! https://t.co/bRP3ygc9S1
This is such a great shift in perspective!
Hey neighbor from the north! https://t.co/XL2sA10KpJ
Kim Hall, Freshman Academy English Morristown, TN Excited to be a part of this group!
the paperwork alone can get overwhelming. You have to be extremely focused on the student & benefits for him/her.
A1: Adjusting to a new building, training to transition to 1:1 next year, implementing new curriculum. I want to focus on my kids.
We have to quit asking ourselves "what's best for us as Ts" and start figuring out how we can best serve our Ss!
You're doing just fine buddy https://t.co/KAmivacQha
oh yes. Can u believe not everyone loves me? I know so hard for me to understand as well
A1: Reaching the Ss w/ unrecognized potential and mounting obstacles
A1: I always worry about not being enough for our kids, families, and staff. Always afraid I may be missing something.
A1) the insane amount of "vulnerable" time surrounding my 7th graders after school https://t.co/7H0lK7zmJm
Q1 What things stressed/worried you the most this year?
A1 Julie from Chattanooga, TN jumping in- personalities of others https://t.co/ORISC6GX0Z
Q1 What things stressed/worried you the most this year?
A1 I worry that I won't be able to inspire all students to pursue their dreams and reach their potential
🙌 https://t.co/T5lin6R8fZ
A1: Trying to meet the many needs of every student; and of course the paperwork(sped teacher)
Right back at ya! Florence anywhere near Monroeville?
A1: I realize life ultimately is a popularity contest. We all want to be liked. That's stressful!
A1: There is a tension between trust and accountability, and I am concerned that I don't always strike the right balance.
Sounds like you need a FEW more things to work on! =) You can do it Kim!
I'm always surprised, too, when someone doesn't like me. heehee
Yes! and sometimes it feels like being pulled in multiple directions trying to do it all ..
I am rehired for next year. That's step 1.
A1: I worry the most about making sure I stay focused on what's really important-people and not get bogged down in the day to day.
Man I wish we could stop anyone from feeling demeaned. https://t.co/BAkDQswnmq
The stakes are potentially very high with student bullying. I am bothered by that almost daily. https://t.co/TWvwaxlrgV
Q1 What things stressed/worried you the most this year?
A1 I worry that I won't be able to devote enough time to quality feedback for our staff and students
You've got a lot going on. Just keep doing what has to be done with students your focus in all of that.
I tell myself that all the time! Thanks for the encouragement! I can always use it!
Jayme Hall, 1st Grade, Haleyville Elementary...joining a little late.
Q2 Ghandi said, don’t let anyone walk through your mind with dirty feet. What do you do to feed your mind positive thoughts
I hear that. I need to move. https://t.co/4vKRV6MBC1
A1: I worry the most about making sure I stay focused on what's really important-people and not get bogged down in the day to day.
Welcome back, Jayme! Jump right in!
Of course you are. They'd be crazy not to!
A1. Trying to get our teachers understand the difference between being student focused vs. teacher focused
I agree! Easier said than done. We must focus on what has the greatest impact on kids.
A2: A continued celebration of the positives…I call it “The Lawrence Bit.”
definitely try to get away from paperwork central w/o getting behind
I surround myself with positive people and try to build capacity around me. I fall down at times but have my PLN to pick me up!
A2: Surround yourself with positive support, stay focused on what's important, and don't take everything personally.
A2: Spending time with God each day, listening to praise music, and spending time with Ss who remind me why I am there each day
A1: Yes! Instilling passion in Ss for learning IS the best internetion!
A2-begin everyday in the Word. End everyday with gratitude. Thankful for another day to try and help folks.
So many passionate educators in . I know this because in all that you said... you stress about getting it right for kids!
We are as far north and west as you can go and not be in TN https://t.co/IgSYuuv0fc
Right back at ya! Florence anywhere near Monroeville?
I hang out with the awesome people on Twitter is full of passionate people, and it fires me up! https://t.co/IdHfGvBHyZ
Q2 Ghandi said, don’t let anyone walk through your mind with dirty feet. What do you do to feed your mind positive thoughts
I hang out with the awesome people on Twitter is full of passionate people, and it fires me up! https://t.co/IdHfGvBHyZ
Q2 Ghandi said, don’t let anyone walk through your mind with dirty feet. What do you do to feed your mind positive thoughts
A2: Surround myself with positive people, and know when to back away from energy vampires. My PLN keeps my edusoul fed!
A2 avoid the negatives. If admin stay out of office. If ts avoid faculty room. If ps smile and find the supporting ones
Q2 can't find it, but read an article that talked about where we shine our flashlight, We see the things we spotlight
A2: Read, learn, grow. Surround myself with positive people who inspire me. Get involved with programs/initiatives that move me.
Mary Hadley lurking - great topic for this time of year
https://t.co/lmu7igEH6l
A1: There is a tension between trust and accountability, and I am concerned that I don't always strike the right balance.
A2: It is important to surround yourself with positive people, as well as be that positive person for the people around you.
Absolutely, Jay! It's a place where everybody wants to be there & everybody geeks out about learning! https://t.co/bBpOh3Odta
A2: It's important to remember that people are doing the best they can & they need more motivation to meet their potential.
A2: Praise & worship music, unwinding with my kids, plenty of sleep, lay burdens at the cross, trust God's immeasurable love.
A2.1 Also surround myself w/ my Ss who make me realize my purpose in life! We have so many amazing Ss out there doing great things
A2: Pray, read inspiring literature, listen to positive music and people
Absolutely focus on the positive. Our minds find what we focus on https://t.co/uRM8Oc2XE9
A2: Surround yourself with positive support, stay focused on what's important, and don't take everything personally.
A2: I start each day with prayer, meditation, and positive thinking
A2: I connect w/positive people. It's an intentional choice online & in real life.
A2: To know that I am there for my students. Not for someone's envy or ego.
A2: Surround yourself with positivity and CHOOSE JOY! Harder said than done but achievable.
https://t.co/LLGUzM9MfC
So many passionate educators in . I know this because in all that you said... you stress about getting it right for kids!
Energy vampires! Love this notion. So so true!
A2 Reminded every day of why we must be positive as school leaders. Our student, K'Lynn taken too soon. https://t.co/NMQDDZpwew
A2: One more for you. When you're on twitter you're always sitting next to the right person https://t.co/ItYqiz4yjs
Totally agree with this! We make a choice every day of whether to be a positive or negative influence. https://t.co/GKQDFqiECK
A2: I connect w/positive people. It's an intentional choice online & in real life.
Keep KLove playing in my office as often as possible!
Question 3 coming up in 1 min
A2 What you look for, you generally see.
Well said, Emily. My mission in life is to bring out the best in people.
Q3 Our personal health is very important. What are your best practices at managing your sleep, water intake, &/or exercise?
A2) I look into my kids' eyes..i make a heart connection every day..keep our hearts beating https://t.co/exIsinRxXt
Q2 Ghandi said, don’t let anyone walk through your mind with dirty feet. What do you do to feed your mind positive thoughts
A3 This is probably where I take a hit. I do not take care of myself very well. I have made it a personal goal to better at it.
A3: I am TERRIBLE at these things!
A3: Honestly....just trying to keep my head above the water!
a2 "be the change you wish to see in the world" I want a world that is united with positivity.
3m: A1: Yes! Instilling passion in Ss for learning IS the best *intervention!
Hey, Maggie!! Glad you're here!!
Like the energy vampire term and look out for the emotional black holes.
Crashing in on your Alabama chat! Helen from Houston here.
On the advice of counsel, I assert my rights afforded me by the 5th Amendment. https://t.co/srBmDIcdgK
Q3 Our personal health is very important. What are your best practices at managing your sleep, water intake, &/or exercise?
A3: Slee -No, Water intake-not so much - Exercise-Yes, every day.I need to be better abt 1 and 2.The run and the gym keep me going
Amazing to me how most people's passion center on making others better https://t.co/0ncABDvg9S
Well said, Emily. My mission in life is to bring out the best in people.
A3: Get a Fitbit ! My competitiveness keeps me active. My 1st graders help with that also. I drink water all day long.
A3: I do a decent job exercising mornings & wkends...also balance a healthy diet (usually)...sleep - not so good
A3 epic failure! Please help me!
A3: I've been horrible at all three of these this year
A3: Sleep and water - not enough, Exercise every day - I need to get better about 1 and 2
A2 Build positive relationships daily... let people know they are appreciated and valued
A3: Exercise several times a week, drink water during the day, and leave work stress hanging on the tree outside the school.
A3 I'm terrible at this but I have an accountability group that I report water intake and exercise to daily
Q3 A consistent reminder to myself that I'm terrible at my job & in life when I'm not balanced. https://t.co/ekpaBNzRP0
Q3 Our personal health is very important. What are your best practices at managing your sleep, water intake, &/or exercise?
A3: My principal is my walking buddy. Means time to "talk shop" & stay fit. Have health accountability partners at school.
A3: I menu plan ea week, meal prep on Sundays, make time 2 exercise, laugh a lot, practice gratitude. **INTENTIONAL**
We can focus on ourselves in June! Well..maybe! :)
Really like the idea of an accountability partner! https://t.co/aesYIuCjIQ
A3 I'm terrible at this but I have an accountability group that I report water intake and exercise to daily
A3 Hard to be humble when we are tired and hungry 😀 https://t.co/ekpaBNzRP0
Q3 Our personal health is very important. What are your best practices at managing your sleep, water intake, &/or exercise?
Really great idea Kim! I bet those conversations are great time to reflect!
Were from the south where everybody is your cousin and your grandmother calls everyone baby welcome https://t.co/4xGqdpaYEs
Crashing in on your Alabama chat! Helen from Houston here.
A3:Walk daily at 5 and chug the H2O! I don't do well at taking care of myself-sleep wise. Got to work on all 3 of these!
A3: I pay my PEEHIP premiums every month.
A3: Broken bones. My story. Sticking to it. lol. Need to do better on this one!
I speak from experience... put yourself first so that you can be your best for others.
A3: seems like most of us get 2 out of 3 on this one. Sleep seems the toughest,especially when trying to get 100+ papers back
Sounds like we may need an accountability/support/intervention group
Question 4 coming up in 1 min
I agree! The "extra" time it takes to eat right, exercise, etc. is made up for when you're on your game!
Q4 Whether religious or not, meditation has been shown to correlate to positive mental health. Do you mediate,when,&does it help?
Awesome! The My Fitness Pal app is a great accountability app, too!
Best shape of my life for the one year I meal planned. https://t.co/RqhXWFYKPv
A3: I menu plan ea week, meal prep on Sundays, make time 2 exercise, laugh a lot, practice gratitude. **INTENTIONAL**
Finally got to ! Carol ELA Consultant in Albany, NY for a statewide conference.
Maybe you can do my next 21-day Health & Wellness challenge on FB! Ask ...I'm a nut about it!
Yay!! So glad to have you here, Carol! https://t.co/YlDM1T96Sc
Finally got to ! Carol ELA Consultant in Albany, NY for a statewide conference.
You're on! https://t.co/8jno9fDD97
Maybe you can do my next 21-day Health & Wellness challenge on FB! Ask ...I'm a nut about it!
A4: I don't meditate but I have a long drive to and from where I get to think a lot. Long runs usually help me to calm my mind.
A4: I love quiet time, but usually end of writing during it. It is therapy to me.
. is my and a reason to !
Time to destress with . Trying to find balance in life.
I need more info on this challenge...
"Sleep is for broke people" https://t.co/wzrKglewBH
A3: seems like most of us get 2 out of 3 on this one. Sleep seems the toughest,especially when trying to get 100+ papers back
A4: I guess my meditation is the time spent in prayer reflecting for the purpose of the day. I just want to be that light
A4: Really found that journaling or blogging helps. I also enjoy listening to music and that seems to help as well.
A4 Would love to learn more about "mindfullness" as leaders and on how to incorporate this into our schools.
That is a common stress for those who aim high to be positive Jennifer.
Amen! https://t.co/ikulu6Qkd8
Maybe you can do my next 21-day Health & Wellness challenge on FB! Ask ...I'm a nut about it!
A3) Does laughing count? I have at least 3 belly laughs per day..that's gotta be good for something..
Those who care want to impact teaching and learning to benefit our students.
Welcome to the late show https://t.co/SFKyNSwB34
Finally got to ! Carol ELA Consultant in Albany, NY for a statewide conference.
A4: I don't meditate, but some peaceful, easy paced classical music turned up just enough to muffle exterior noise.
A4: I'm not good at being still, so I feel most meditative while gardening, listening to music, reading inspirational texts...
Quiet time is great for reflection https://t.co/7htypyG20C
A4: I don't meditate but I have a long drive to and from where I get to think a lot. Long runs usually help me to calm my mind.
Invocation will take us to the next level of challenge with passion brimming if we stay focused. A1
A4: I don't meditate, but as an introvert I make time for "quiet time" for me each day.
A4: I spend a lot of quiet time reflecting; it's freeing and healthy, especially on long drives
A4 I do early morning prayer and worship before anyone awakens for me
I feel the same, Charles!
A4: I don't meditate ... but sometimes I walk quietly. :-)
Great for the abs and heart! https://t.co/BlLXMjlFNc
A3) Does laughing count? I have at least 3 belly laughs per day..that's gotta be good for something..
Question 5 coming up in 1 min
Health Tip: an occasional trip to the chiropractor!
I say YES! Ab workout, and good for the soul! https://t.co/RwLaYsacWK
A3) Does laughing count? I have at least 3 belly laughs per day..that's gotta be good for something..
A4: I meditate after I pray each morning, in my car on the way to my school, and throughout my day.
A4 On my back porch, with coffee or wine, depending on time of day. Listen to birds. No phone. No tv. So relaxing.
That would be a great time for ! Let me know if you want to get started!
A4) The altar is my therapy. Soul cleansing 3 times a week does the body good. https://t.co/RP9691fCd6
Q4 Whether religious or not, meditation has been shown to correlate to positive mental health. Do you mediate,when,&does it help?
Q5 Stressful jobs can ruin home life. What are some best/personal practices that you use to make time at home meaningful/special?
I can't believe this chat is halfway over! What awesome tips on stressbusters! Love my !
Man, Plaxco in Muscle Shoal, AL is the best ever! Just wish peehip paid more of it https://t.co/QLFAshRuzp
Health Tip: an occasional trip to the chiropractor!
A5: Well since I am getting married to my best friend this summer this is a question I am especially interested in!
A2: Choice combined with commitment & sometimes perseverance https://t.co/GNtWNoYhTz
Totally agree with this! We make a choice every day of whether to be a positive or negative influence. https://t.co/GKQDFqiECK
A2: I connect w/positive people. It's an intentional choice online & in real life.
I've definitly heard good things about it https://t.co/rQ3GznmdxN
That would be a great time for ! Let me know if you want to get started!
Our job is stressful? ;) https://t.co/17dvdqqjej
Q5 Stressful jobs can ruin home life. What are some best/personal practices that you use to make time at home meaningful/special?
A5: We sit down at the dinner table and have a meal each night and discuss everyone's day. Boat rides on the weekend.
A5 I have begin to put my phone away for the first 30 min I'm home and be present. That's all I got. Looking for pointers here
A5: I have to be intentional in making kids' games, slowing down to listen,. Most importantly, we go to church as a family ALWAYS.
Family dinners & beach walks make life more pleasurable.Gardening- source of pride also. A5 https://t.co/XXqAJQYezn
😇 well...maybe just a little https://t.co/xlaNISzQPO
Our job is stressful? ;) https://t.co/17dvdqqjej
Q5 Stressful jobs can ruin home life. What are some best/personal practices that you use to make time at home meaningful/special?
A5: I follow the Quality not Quantity rule. We have dinner together most every night. At home.
A5: Never neglect snuggle time with your daughter.
A5: Limit conversations about work, email can wait until morning, quality time with family is most important.
Being present is the hardest thing to do at times... but so IMPORTANT!
A5: Playing w/ my kids (endless joy!)...occasionally just sitting w/ the family talking about anything
A5: We have family nights of watching Survivor. We love playing board games together, too.
A5: Spending quality time with family. Talking, watching a tv show, playing a board game, creating art, etc.
A5.1 Something I try to do now is find some time at night to devote to my fiance. She deserves me at my best at home too!
Intentional disconnect time....I've been working on putting my phone down more and just being in the moment
A5 Spouse dates where the phones are left in the car & allowing myself to do something trite https://t.co/01Fv7RNjuc
Q5 Stressful jobs can ruin home life. What are some best/personal practices that you use to make time at home meaningful/special?
A5: the ride home from school, kids know it's quiet time. 15-20 min to de-stress & relax.Then, ready to go again when I get home.
Question 6 coming up in 1 min
Calling it a night. Thank you everyone for a great PLN session!
Thanks for joining! Have a terrific Tuesday!
A5: Make family a priority. Share special meals. Talk about something other than work/school. Enjoy common interests. Care.
Eat dinner at the dinner table. Exercise with your family. Plan family and spouse date nights.
Q6 We underestimate the power of a smile/kind word. What do you do to show your kindness to those around you?
That is a real struggle. Is there anything left to give at home if you have poured it all out at school https://t.co/q0ahfb9Io0
A5.1 Something I try to do now is find some time at night to devote to my fiance. She deserves me at my best at home too!
A4 yes...mornings are my quiet time!!!!
Thank you for the conversation. Great StressBuster TEam! Who you gonna trust?=>
Definitely, it's a rarity. I love doing that https://t.co/yeBTSjnV5j
A5: I follow the Quality not Quantity rule. We have dinner together most every night. At home.
A5: I really listen, pay attention, & am present when w/my family. They also get that I'm a connected educator, & do work at home.
A5) I disconnect! Lots of walks together..lots of mini vacays..just because trips..lots of hugs! https://t.co/EW6TvyIpIr
Q5 Stressful jobs can ruin home life. What are some best/personal practices that you use to make time at home meaningful/special?
A5: I've said many times ... I'm willing to me a mediocre principal, but not a mediocre father or husband. I remind myself.
Agreed. We have a great relationship and communicate daily about our expectations. Open communication is crucial.
A6: Approach everyone with a smile. It can change their attitude and yours too!
YES! We always have more than what we think. There's no endless supply of love. Don't pace yourself. https://t.co/6SfuvSWFtv
That is a real struggle. Is there anything left to give at home if you have poured it all out at school https://t.co/q0ahfb9Io0
A5.1 Something I try to do now is find some time at night to devote to my fiance. She deserves me at my best at home too!
A6: A smile, an encouraging word, sometimes just an ear to listen....
Love asking my kids and wife about their day over the dinner table... awesome!
Yes! And continue to do that when she becomes your wife! :-)
A5: I also like to read and listen to music
A6 I try to for those around. How can I fill the cup of others around me? My goal is to be an exceptional servant leader
Feel their pain; feel their sorrow; and feel they're joy. https://t.co/XrJiyzDfdy
Q6 We underestimate the power of a smile/kind word. What do you do to show your kindness to those around you?
Hard to really decide that though. Your passion will make you give what you don't think you have sometimes https://t.co/uP7FkAJjCk
A5: I've said many times ... I'm willing to me a mediocre principal, but not a mediocre father or husband. I remind myself.
A6 I smile. I greet all students by name. I model my passion for education every single day!
A6: Show kindness by showing you care. Listen. Share. Invest in your peers as people, not just co-workers.
Sounds so simple but it really is https://t.co/wdj54EXTWp
Love asking my kids and wife about their day over the dinner table... awesome!
Me, too! We had my daughter home from college tonight & my face & stomach hurt from laughing!
A6: Sometimes the best thing we can do is to give someone else what we need....sow encouragement and it will come back to you
A2: One of the easiest ways is via Twitter chats. So many forward thinking people involved!
A6: Always smile. Really listen. Offer to help. Show patience. All free.
A6 convos or hand written notes about what specific good things people have done. Everyone likes a REAL pat on the back sometimes
Be genuine 100% of the time. People gravitate to authenticity.
A6 Give sincere and genuine compliment/ noticing the small strides/efforts/celebrating successes
A5: When kids are awake--their time. Afterwards bedtime, I burn the oil. Otherwise...(see GIF) https://t.co/oz98WcFXxY
A6: Make a deliberate effort to lift people up w/ genuine praise. Find opportunities to help. Do more than is ask. Be present.
Question 7 is coming up in 1 min
A6 As school leaders, sometimes just being visible shows students that they matter. Quidditch in PE today! https://t.co/bJeel5GC1a
For sure going to sleep, even if that makes me "broke" by standards... ;)
A6: Use your smile, actively listen, and be pleasant to everyone - concerns deserve your attention & ppl deserve your support
A6 People want to be affirmed, validated, appreciated, and valued
A6.1 Leave the room with more energy than when you entered it. Learned this from . Try to model that advice daily!
A6) i bring food!
cc :) https://t.co/AY4Crc5Yie
Q6 We underestimate the power of a smile/kind word. What do you do to show your kindness to those around you?
Q7 Summers off for Ts is a myth. In the little time that you get, what is the #1 thing U do to recharge & refocus for the NewYear?
A6: I never ask others to do something that I'm not willing to do myself!
Showing patience is a challenge. The smile I've got! Helping is second nature. Gotta work on the patience.
A5: Quiet time is important for me. Comedic relief from family, friends or sitcoms help too!
A7) never stop learning. Learning is my
re-charge.. https://t.co/jooR4DuSBZ
Q7 Summers off for Ts is a myth. In the little time that you get, what is the #1 thing U do to recharge & refocus for the NewYear?
We all have our own rules. If I like anything too much, it's not good for me. Sleep, I like way too much https://t.co/qMSp8ch9yl
A7: Summers mean a little more time with my kids and getting a few days to sleep in!
A7: Favorite thing to do is lay by the pool,listening to children laughter, and reading a book for enjoyment. Family Time!
A6: Always appreciating what others do no matter how big or small. I was taught to always say thank you. It goes a long way!
A7: Take time to reflect on the year. Continue courses and prepare for a new exciting journey starting in August!!
A. I run more, sleep more, find some time to get a suntan and schedule all the appointments I should have made earlier!
Along with yes, sir and no, ma'am.
I used to sneak into dodgeball games during PE :D
A7: I like to interact with peeps who are positive and passionate ... and that energizes me.
A7: I love to read "beach books" as well as prof books. I also love to be outdoors & enjoy nice weather!
A7:Sleep.. Reading for fun, connecting with other educators at a couple of workshops, and learning new tools for the upcoming year
Absolutely! I am from the Midwest, so that is all I know :-)
A: Summer planning, lrning, & reflection w/ leaders and Ts help us prepare to progress and start the new year w/ a surge
A7: ... and Gatorade is good for the electrolytes.
A7: Summer is time for my 2nd passion: animal rescue. Driving 50-80 dogs from TN to NYC a few times is a great break from school.
A6 All of the above! Thanks can be expressed in a multitude of ways!
A7: Always look for ways to tweak what has been done. each class has a different dynamic. Must look for ways to make things better
Final Question coming up in 1 min
A7: Learn something new that I can share with teachers & students, and spend the majority of my "time off" at the beach
Reflect, reflect, reflect. Key to improving https://t.co/Ipy4GwuOmg
A7: Always look for ways to tweak what has been done. each class has a different dynamic. Must look for ways to make things better
FQ “The ship has weather’d every rack, the prize we sought is won” What did you preserver through & win this year?
I can't really discuss what I've "won" on here until it is official but I have persevered through a very trying year in district.
FA: I feel like I have won because my students don't want to count down the day til end, they don't want to leave!
FA: Smiling more days and seeing my Ss smile as they learned they could do it
FA we had walkthroughs that were about our learning & improve. We persevered through other perception to make our practice better
That is the greatest victory I've heard about in a long time https://t.co/xk91YkL4Oa
FA: I feel like I have won because my students don't want to count down the day til end, they don't want to leave!
Thank the greatest PLC on the planet. We have kept the faith another year.
FA: Introduced teacher-led walkthroughs. Not a sprint out of the gate.. but looking forward to more next year!
FA: As far as my classroom I believe I've won by creating a positive environment that is engaging and exciting. Students enjoy it!
FA:Persevering is bringing my best every day. Winning? Every day. Here's 1 of 4 classes. See for yourself. https://t.co/RSVXSb5sxU
We're better together! Thanks to the Stressbusters crew, no one got slimed!! https://t.co/b3eBpQxSZH
Thank the greatest PLC on the planet. We have kept the faith another year.
A7: I have to travel. Stepping outside my normal routine whether it be to a nearby town or out of the country is energizing for me
It's worth the fight. We don't know what we don't know but seeing is vision forming https://t.co/rk6HDIFN1y
FA: Introduced teacher-led walkthroughs. Not a sprint out of the gate.. but looking forward to more next year!
