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robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Good evening, #RuralEdChat Saying hello from Wisconsin to kick things off this evening. Looking forward to our conversation tonight.

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Good evening, #RuralEdChat Tammy from North Florida. Can't wait to get to chatting tonight.

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@Rural_Schools joins us to talk about the power of rural narrative. Hello to Gary Funk, director, & Emily Meier @MisforMidwest #ruraledchat

GruntledChalkie Aug 22 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Gday #ruraledchat Carl from rural Victoria in Australia

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:33 PM EDT

To everyone joining us, please say hello and let us know where you are joining from. #ruraledchat

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hi Tammy! How's your week going? #RuralEdChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Gday, Carl! So glad to see you made it home safely. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Gday, Carl! Thanks so much for joining us! How are the alpacas? #ruraledchat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

bivey Aug 22 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Bill from Western Massachusetts. Hi! #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Pretty good. I love my kids. They seem to be enjoying my classes. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @robinhosemann

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Good evening all! Greetings from Wisconsin. I'm Emily, Assoc. Dir. for Community Engagement w. @Rural_Schools. #RuralEdChat

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hi Bill! Thanks so much for being here. How was the picnic? #ruraledchat

In reply to @bivey

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hi all. This is Sharon Huggins from Middletown CA in Lake County. Second grade teacher, tech teacher, and general troublemaker #ruraledchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:35 PM EDT

BILL is here! #RuralEdChat

In reply to @bivey

ItzzName Aug 22 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Bill from Western Massachusetts. Hi! #RuralEdChat

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Thanks! We believe rural schools and communities get better together. Check us out at https://t.co/twCIBkGQwt #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Sharon, so glad you could make it. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @SHuggins67

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Love it, Sharon! Troublemaking is a great part of the work, right? Thanks for being here. #ruraledchat

In reply to @SHuggins67

bivey Aug 22 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Ha! It was... tomorrow night. :-) #RuralEdChat

In reply to @robinhosemann

GLSSuperFalcon Aug 22 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Check out @ohio_src to connect with Ohio! #ruraledchat

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Here we go: Q1: Why is narrative important to rural communities? #RuralEdChat

bivey Aug 22 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Hi, Tammy. Good to see you! #RuralEdChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

ohio_src Aug 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@ohio_src checking in! #ruraledchat

j6panus Aug 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#ruraledchat checking in from NH. Under severe thunderstorm warnings, so may be popping in and out!

GruntledChalkie Aug 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT

The alpacas survived without me. Only one girl due this spring. We tried a new male last year and he took a few tries #ruraledchat

In reply to @robinhosemann

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Emily will be posting our questions tonight. We will use a Q1/A1 format to stay organized. Pls remember to add #ruraledchat so all can see.

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Good evening all! Greetings from Wisconsin. I'm Emily, Assoc. Dir. for Community Engagement w. @Rural_Schools. #RuralEdChat

GruntledChalkie Aug 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Thanks Tammy. the jetlag was worse than the travel #ruraledchat

In reply to @TG_Neil

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT

As @Rural_Schools moderates #RuralEdChat tonight, don't forget our hashtag so all can learn from your brilliance.

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT

These things sometimes do! Love your alpaca tweets! #RuralEdChat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

GruntledChalkie Aug 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Get off the hill if there are thunderstorms #ruraledchat

In reply to @j6panus

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Thanks so much for joining us, Julie! I hope the storms aren't too bad. Love the photo! #RuralEdChat

In reply to @j6panus

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1: If we don't tell our own stories, who will? WE are our best advocates. #RuralEdChat

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Thank you and welcome! #ruraledchat

In reply to @ohio_src

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 8:38 PM EDT

I love your optimism. #ruraledchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT

As @Rural_Schools moderates #RuralEdChat tonight, don't forget our hashtag so all can learn from your brilliance.

GruntledChalkie Aug 22 @ 8:39 PM EDT

They will fire up more soon. At moment they are spending a lot of time on the green pasture down the valley #ruraledchat

In reply to @robinhosemann

j6panus Aug 22 @ 8:39 PM EDT

#ruraledchat A1: the mainstream narrative is primarily urban or suburban. Ours is unique.

In reply to @Rural_Schools

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Hey all! Questions will be coming from @Rural_Schools - in case you missed the first question, here it is! #RuralEdChat

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Here we go: Q1: Why is narrative important to rural communities? #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Our #RuralEdChat pals always have something brilliant to share.

In reply to @SHuggins67

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:40 PM EDT

So true! And the landscape needs more positive and authentic stories of our amazing rural school educators and students. #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1: If we don't tell our own stories, who will? WE are our best advocates. #RuralEdChat

bivey Aug 22 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1 Shared history is what binds us together in small communities - stories tell us about who we are individually/collectively. #RuralEdChat

GLSSuperFalcon Aug 22 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1: if you don't tell your story aomenone else will! @GrahamSchools is on a journey to Future Ready! #CareerGears #GrahamSTEAM #RuralEdChat

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 8:40 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat A1: Tough headscratcher of a question. Not a prompter of an initial waterflow of thought for me. But it does occur to me that..

In reply to @Rural_Schools

ohio_src Aug 22 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1: @ohio_src is reshaping how we do PD in Ohio for small and rural schools! #ruraledchat

GruntledChalkie Aug 22 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Old hill too I would suggest #ruraledchat

In reply to @j6panus

bivey Aug 22 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Unique and vital. Often invisible in the public narrative, our towns still make up much of this country. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @j6panus, @Rural_Schools

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 8:42 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat A1b: I use narrative w/ great thought, purpose, & power when I am attempting 2 get money 4 my school community. Rural, Title I

In reply to @Rural_Schools

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A1 Stories are part of personal & collective histories. Intentional storytelling helps capture & extend identity meaningfully. #ruraledchat

GruntledChalkie Aug 22 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A1 The purpose of the community is often built into the narrative and it helps make sense when times are tough #ruraledchat

ChicagoK Aug 22 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A1: Telling the story helps connects others. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @Rural_Schools

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Storytelling=basis of human connection; builds bridges between urban/suburban/rural, helps people find commonality. #ruraledchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A1: Want to change the culture of the school? Begin by taking control of the story. #RuralEdChat

j6panus Aug 22 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Do you have figures on what percentage of kids are served in rural schools? #ruraledchat

In reply to @bivey, @Rural_Schools

GruntledChalkie Aug 22 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Yikes 4000ft. The big mountain near me is 600m (1985ft) #ruraledchat

In reply to @j6panus

massignmenthelp Aug 22 @ 8:45 PM EDT

6 Game-Based Strategies for Teaching Mathematics https://t.co/MUMCL4fWMT #NJed #RuralEdChat #techcoachbookclub

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 8:45 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat depending on classification...from 15% to 20%

j6panus Aug 22 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Do you have figures on what percentage of kids are served in rural schools? #ruraledchat
In reply to @bivey, @Rural_Schools

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:46 PM EDT

yes. helps establish commonalities and also points of diversity if voices are honored. Such an important way to learn. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @ChicagoK, @Rural_Schools

bivey Aug 22 @ 8:47 PM EDT

I'd been thinking square mileage; I just found 1/2 districts, 1/3 schools, 1/4 population are rural. https://t.co/FkIw50tFwo #RuralEdChat

In reply to @j6panus, @Rural_Schools

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 8:47 PM EDT

How about the importance of rural storytelling from a student's perspective? #ruraledchat

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 8:48 PM EDT

In other words, why does the rural narrative matter to our #rural students? #ruraledchat

bivey Aug 22 @ 8:48 PM EDT

This is an upside of writing 88% or so of the posts on our school blog. ;-) #RuralEdChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 8:48 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat The @RuralTrust has a lot of good data on this.

bivey Aug 22 @ 8:47 PM EDT

I'd been thinking square mileage; I just found 1/2 districts, 1/3 schools, 1/4 population are rural. https://t.co/FkIw50tFwo #RuralEdChat
In reply to @j6panus, @Rural_Schools

bivey Aug 22 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Vital. Students' perspectives are always vital, but when on top of that the rural perspective is often ignored... Vital. #Vital #RuralEdChat

In reply to @MisforMidwest

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 8:49 PM EDT

#ruraledchat I'm continually reminded of how political the word "narrative" has become & of words of wisdom from @dailyyonder .....

FoleyKev Aug 22 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Kevin here a Teaching Principal with Ireland s first and only School STEAM Room #ruraledchat #5thchat #steam

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Hi Kevin! Thanks so much for joining in the conversation tonight for #RuralEdChat

In reply to @FoleyKev

GruntledChalkie Aug 22 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Urban folks can't relate to rural issue. need to keep the story alive so others learn #ruraledchat

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Q2: How do we address prevailing negative rural stereotypes? #RuralEdChat

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:50 PM EDT

I think storytelling and empowerment are so connected. Helping students find & use voice is key. #ruraledchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:50 PM EDT

No student wants to come from a school w/ a poor story. They can make a BIG difference in helping to promote the school. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @MisforMidwest

bivey Aug 22 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Sorry. Misunderstood. It's a sense of belonging. Though, at least in small New England towns, there are levels of belonging. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @MisforMidwest

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 8:51 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat A2a: Oddly enough, I think the current political climate has increased the opportunity to overcome negative rural stereotypes.

In reply to @Rural_Schools

bivey Aug 22 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A2 I think multiple stories can help. All the different ways kids grow up making a difference and finding their way in life. #RuralEdChat

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT

So true. Helping to tell the story is an act of empowering students & community. Of lifting up. An important responsibility. #RuralEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:50 PM EDT

No student wants to come from a school w/ a poor story. They can make a BIG difference in helping to promote the school. #RuralEdChat
In reply to @MisforMidwest

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Very true! Now is the time for the rural schools to show what is truly true. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @SHuggins67, @Rural_Schools

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat A2b: We're in an era of increased participation. People R awake & paying attention. Addressing all kinds of neg s-typing.

In reply to @Rural_Schools

bivey Aug 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Interesting. In what ways do you see this opportunity? #RuralEdChat

In reply to @SHuggins67, @Rural_Schools

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat We agree, Sharon. There is a great opportunity to counter the negative stereotype.

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 8:51 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat A2a: Oddly enough, I think the current political climate has increased the opportunity to overcome negative rural stereotypes.
In reply to @Rural_Schools

GLSSuperFalcon Aug 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A2: promote the common sense strengths in your community & use branding to show the power of individual learners! #RuralEdChat

FoleyKev Aug 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Good night All from me in Cavan #ruraledchat #minecraftedu #steam

GruntledChalkie Aug 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A2) Promote the advantages of rural life. #ruraledchat

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Love that you said this, Sharon. We have a gr8 opportunity now to shift narrative, push the pendulum back toward positivity. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @SHuggins67, @Rural_Schools

ChicagoK Aug 22 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q2: One conversation at a time focused on growth, diversity, engagement, and love of rural community. #BeTheChange #RuralEdChat

In reply to @Rural_Schools

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:54 PM EDT

So vital that we hold space for as many perspectives as possible. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @bivey

dsdPD Aug 22 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Joining in from Dublin, Ohio #ruraledchat My name is Marcia Kish and I grew up in the Rural Ohio farm town, Willshire

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat Number of thoughts. More people R attending town halls & rallies & participating on social media & getting messages out.

In reply to @bivey, @Rural_Schools

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Welcome, Marcia. We are glad you are here for #RuralEdChat

In reply to @dsdPD

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat This is a good approach, @ChicagoK !

ChicagoK Aug 22 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q2: One conversation at a time focused on growth, diversity, engagement, and love of rural community. #BeTheChange #RuralEdChat
In reply to @Rural_Schools

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat A2:(1/4) This is SO important. Recently spoke w several pre-service teachers from AL who said teachers/schools told them...

ohio_src Aug 22 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A2: use professional development modeling and problem based learning to promote your staff and students. Make them your brand! #RuralEdChat

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat A2:(2/4)...that staying in their rural towns after HS ="failure" -that "getting out" was the solution. This NEEDS to change.

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#ruraledchat National healthcare debate put more of spotlight on rural communities when impact on rural hospitals was used as a debate point

In reply to @bivey, @Rural_Schools

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat Thanks for jumping in, Marcia.

dsdPD Aug 22 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Joining in from Dublin, Ohio #ruraledchat My name is Marcia Kish and I grew up in the Rural Ohio farm town, Willshire

bivey Aug 22 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Ah! That makes sense. Thank you! #RuralEdChat

In reply to @SHuggins67, @Rural_Schools

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 8:57 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat A2:(3/4) Obviously NOT true of all rural educators, but the feeling that city>small town is hard to break when it's dominant

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Absolutely. There are so many stories of people making it work and dreams that kids have of returning. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @MisforMidwest

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 8:57 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat A2:(4/4)...feeling within the community. Place-based education, teacher leaders, etc. = strong solutions to this divide.

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 8:57 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat So true, Emily, the @BeltTeachers project is all about creating a positive new narrative thru teacher leadership.

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat A2:(2/4)...that staying in their rural towns after HS ="failure" -that "getting out" was the solution. This NEEDS to change.

bivey Aug 22 @ 8:58 PM EDT

True. So much of what I hear is dismissive of rural areas, even derogatory, but I maybe have been overfocusing on that. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @SHuggins67, @Rural_Schools

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Keeping students engaged in community through mentorship, service can help, of course! #PlaceBasedEd #ruraledchat

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:59 PM EDT

As one who has lived in both places, I'm really interested in how this persists. Definitely dominant narrative. #RuralEdChat I <3 both! ;)

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 8:57 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat A2:(3/4) Obviously NOT true of all rural educators, but the feeling that city>small town is hard to break when it's dominant

bivey Aug 22 @ 8:59 PM EDT

And realistically, cities sometimes offer opportunities you can't find in a small town. But that's a match, not "better than." #RuralEdChat

In reply to @MisforMidwest

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 8:59 PM EDT

#ruraledchat And at the risk of sounding snarky... Betsy DeVos also put rural schools back in the debate with guns and grizzlies.

In reply to @bivey, @Rural_Schools

GruntledChalkie Aug 22 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Big discussion over here is about isolation. business moving out of town, school's closing, suicide etc #ruraledchat

In reply to @SHuggins67, @bivey, @Rural_Schools

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 8:59 PM EDT

It is so important that we encourage our Ss to return after college. Help make our communities stronger. #RuralEdChat

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 8:57 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat A2:(3/4) Obviously NOT true of all rural educators, but the feeling that city>small town is hard to break when it's dominant

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:00 PM EDT

This. And fluidity, opportunity and the option to choose IS a reality for many if barriers are reduced. #ruraledchat

bivey Aug 22 @ 8:59 PM EDT

And realistically, cities sometimes offer opportunities you can't find in a small town. But that's a match, not "better than." #RuralEdChat
In reply to @MisforMidwest

j6panus Aug 22 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#ruraledchat A2: show up! Travel. Showcase student work. My TSA chapter at state and National level! Kids see they CAN compete, and win!

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#ruraledchat I'm 49 & I've never seen a sociopolitical climate so ripe for people getting message out, finding partners, & making change.

In reply to @bivey, @Rural_Schools

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Q3: Can you provide tangible examples where rural students are given a public voice to counter prevailing stereotypes? #RuralEdChat

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:01 PM EDT

YES! Very interested in this. Haven't been able to facilitate it way I would have liked to over the yrs, but so much potential! #ruraledchat

In reply to @MisforMidwest

bivey Aug 22 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Our hard business hit was long enough ago we're recovering decently well, but school closings are an issue for sure. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @SHuggins67, @Rural_Schools

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Yes! Getting out, even just out of the community w/a story in hand is super cool. Can be done digitally too if travel barriers. #ruraledchat

In reply to @j6panus

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

See Q3! Curious to hear what everyone says... #RuralEdChat

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:01 PM EDT

YES! Very interested in this. Haven't been able to facilitate it way I would have liked to over the yrs, but so much potential! #ruraledchat
In reply to @MisforMidwest

bivey Aug 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A3 The little biweekly newspaper in our district does a really good job of reflecting student voices and accomplishments. #ruraledchat

GLSSuperFalcon Aug 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A3: @GrahamSchools United Service Day is countywide, student led event with partners @UnitedWayCCMC @ChampaignCCC & others! #RuralEdChat

johnson557377 Aug 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

What is the role of our youth in our Rural communities? Too many times they think it is to leave! #ruraledchat

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Q3: Can you provide tangible examples where rural students are given a public voice to counter prevailing stereotypes? #RuralEdChat

FoleyKev Aug 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#pln365 let's teach from the heart and not from the book.Lets use Ict correctly to enhance teaching and learning #piachat #ruraledchat #stem

GruntledChalkie Aug 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Once people have to drive kids that bit further they move their business further #ruraledchat

In reply to @bivey, @SHuggins67, @Rural_Schools

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 9:04 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat Weird thing for us is we got hit hard & lost businesses in devastating series of fires, but our class rosters are maxed.

In reply to @bivey, @GruntledChalkie, @Rural_Schools

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:04 PM EDT

We need a multi-pronged approach to helping the adults & elders in the community see different possibilities. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @johnson557377

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A3: We are working on this in our area. Starting Student Gov't so Ss have a voice in how things get done. It's a start. #RuralEdChat

GruntledChalkie Aug 22 @ 9:04 PM EDT

That's interesting. #ruraledchat

In reply to @SHuggins67, @bivey, @Rural_Schools

ohio_src Aug 22 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A3: @OSLN and @techcorps_org and others giving voice to rural STEM education events with our members! #RuralEdChat

try_rebooting Aug 22 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Joining late! Im a Seattle based volunteer doing remote ed with a rural WA school psyched to chat! #RuralEdChat

bivey Aug 22 @ 9:05 PM EDT

It's true I live in a generally politically active region which is still more active than it's been since Nixon resigned. #RuralEdChat

In reply to @SHuggins67, @Rural_Schools

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Fantastic! I recall writing for our small town newspaper when I was in M.S. - still a memory that sticks with me today! #RuralEdChat

bivey Aug 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A3 The little biweekly newspaper in our district does a really good job of reflecting student voices and accomplishments. #ruraledchat

ChicagoK Aug 22 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q3: This is a growth area for me & my school. Had some local opportunities (BOE mtg's, local paper,) but we need to grow #RuralEdChat

In reply to @Rural_Schools

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#ruraledchat Our big issue continues to be...say it with me, kids...TEACHER SHORTAGE. #teachershortagecrisis

In reply to @bivey, @GruntledChalkie, @Rural_Schools

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat Robin, personally, I think this kind of intergenerational approach is of great importance.

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:04 PM EDT

We need a multi-pronged approach to helping the adults & elders in the community see different possibilities. #RuralEdChat
In reply to @johnson557377

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hey Matt! Thanks for joining. We never worry what time anyone hops in. Glad you are a part of the conversation! #RuralEdChat

In reply to @try_rebooting

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Also an example of bridging divide between school/community. Paper = a voice that connects w students = school is not a vacuum! #RuralEdChat

bivey Aug 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A3 The little biweekly newspaper in our district does a really good job of reflecting student voices and accomplishments. #ruraledchat

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 9:07 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat Kris, your garden program is a great example of action-based communication.

ChicagoK Aug 22 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q3: This is a growth area for me & my school. Had some local opportunities (BOE mtg's, local paper,) but we need to grow #RuralEdChat
In reply to @Rural_Schools

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Yes - absolutely. This is essential. #RuralEdChat Again, school shouldn't be a vacuum and student voice should be a voice in the community.

In reply to @robinhosemann, @johnson557377

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 9:07 PM EDT

#ruraledchat I haven't quite sorted it all out, but I think part is -in CA people R more willing to drive for school & want more rural style

In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @bivey, @Rural_Schools

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:07 PM EDT

So vital when persistent narrative is continually put upon younger gen. We can help shift. Hard but important work! :) #RuralEdChat

In reply to @Rural_Schools

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat Thanks, Matt!

try_rebooting Aug 22 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Joining late! Im a Seattle based volunteer doing remote ed with a rural WA school psyched to chat! #RuralEdChat

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#ruraledchat My school's reputation is for low-bullying, high-family feel, teachers like aunties, kids playing with goats in the dirt, etc.

In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @bivey, @Rural_Schools

try_rebooting Aug 22 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A2. Make things and show them off! Central WA has a mini maker faire - awesome platform to show rural communities as creators! #ruraledchat

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j6panus Aug 22 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#ruraledchat A3: not sure.. this is a touch one.

MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Community-based, student led projects provide a voice, too. #servicelearning #projectbasedlearning& #makerspaces all contribute.#ruraledchat

GruntledChalkie Aug 22 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Good reputation to have #ruraledchat

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SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#ruraledchat We like it. ;)

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MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Yes absolutely! Student projects with community visibility! Even better if students have community-based mentors! #RuralEdChat

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FoleyKev Aug 22 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Good night from Ireland #RuralEdChat #piachat #Minecraft #AussieEd #edchat @mrkempnz @KimberBlodgett @msdimattia @R_CILR

ohio_src Aug 22 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Follow @ohio_src to connect and share. Watch for the #OSRCchat Thursday September 7! #RuralEdChat

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#ruraledchat Tell them to look for Middletown CA on EdJoin. ;-)

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Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Q4: #ruraledchat Thinking of the classroom specifically, what can teachers do to promote student storytelling? Librarians & others?

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:13 PM EDT

So cool! So many rural folks are amazing makers. Culture of maker faires is fantastic for stories of innovation & creativity #ruraledchat

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SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Hi Matt. Remind me what part of Washington...? I used to live up there. #ruraledchat #caligirl

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MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Curious to hear what folks think of using storytelling across all disciplines, too #science #math #socialstudies #tech #art #RuralEdChat

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Q4: #ruraledchat Thinking of the classroom specifically, what can teachers do to promote student storytelling? Librarians & others?

GLSSuperFalcon Aug 22 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A4: student led conferences and student interns, social media productions, performance events make them the center of community #ruraledchat

GruntledChalkie Aug 22 @ 9:14 PM EDT

I live the rural lifestyle but teach in the burbs #ruraledchat

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bivey Aug 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A4 Writers' workshop techniques can easily be used to develop, shape, and tell stories. My kids have free choice writing. #ruraledchat

try_rebooting Aug 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A4: be open to every chance! An intro CompSci student made his final project a "choose your own adventure" based on The Odyssey #RuralEdChat

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ohio_src Aug 22 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A4: use Twitter! Celebrate them with routine, consistent, intentional messaging #ruraledchat

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A4 Move it top of curriculum! Bldg storytelling skills 4 digital spaces=opportunities in reading, info lit & critical thinking #ruraledchat

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#ruraledchat A3: I realize it's a bit like preaching to the choir, but I'd make an argument that our star FFA/Rodeo/4H represent pos rural

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ChicagoK Aug 22 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Q4: Collaborate and create interdisciplinary units that give students this voice. #RuralEdChat

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MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 9:17 PM EDT

How do you shape this specifically to be rural, place-based storytelling? Would love to hear ideas! #RuralEdChat

bivey Aug 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A4 Writers' workshop techniques can easily be used to develop, shape, and tell stories. My kids have free choice writing. #ruraledchat

try_rebooting Aug 22 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A4 pt2. I'm amazed at what comes up when the guidelines give freedom and just say what concepts have to be used #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A4: We must provide opportunities for Ss to share work OUTSIDE of our classrooms. Also, provide memories that Ss want to share. #RuralEdChat

j6panus Aug 22 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#ruraledchat as an "evolved" industrial arts teacher, I like "problem solvers" instead of "makers". I'm old fashioned! #stem

robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:13 PM EDT

So cool! So many rural folks are amazing makers. Culture of maker faires is fantastic for stories of innovation & creativity #ruraledchat
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bivey Aug 22 @ 9:17 PM EDT

We do this more with Facebook than Twitter but the principle holds. #RuralEdChat

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SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#ruraledchat A3b: Some people are surprised to find out the head of our Ag dept has a PhD & attracts university visitors to her little HS.

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j6panus Aug 22 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#ruraledchat A4:I'm not much of a "storyteller". But love personal histories. Maybe I should start.

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Q4: #ruraledchat Thinking of the classroom specifically, what can teachers do to promote student storytelling? Librarians & others?

bivey Aug 22 @ 9:20 PM EDT

I give kids 100% freedom, plus we're a boarding/day school so not everyone is local. Maybe if they designed the right unit... #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Why not? I say go for it! Share them here and we'll be an audience! #RuralEdChat

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Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q5: May be beating the proverbial dead horse, but what can an org like @Rural_Schools do to promote storytelling & narrative? #ruraledchat

bivey Aug 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT

You should totally start! Personal histories are a great way to dive in! :-) #RuralEdChat

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j6panus Aug 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT

#ruraledchat my grandad (and his twin brother!) both worked for the circus in the 1930's. Wish I knew more of their stories.

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SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT

While I'm on this #ruraledchat I can hear the 6th grade teacher & parents helping chicken showers prep for next week's fair.

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MisforMidwest Aug 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Sounds awesome and like it would lead to really interesting stories, regardless of where students are from! #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT

And you can have Ss tell the stories of their experience as problem-solvers or the prob solvers in their lives, community. #RuralEdChat

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j6panus Aug 22 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#ruraledchat yes! Our CTSO's are wonderful! Need more support. TSA and SkillsUSA.. many more!

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bivey Aug 22 @ 9:23 PM EDT

I first read that as chicken showers in the sense of water streaming from a shower head! This confused me greatly for a sec! #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A5 Well just helping us think about this topic tonight was an amazing start! Would be great to revisit/continue in another #ruraledchat

try_rebooting Aug 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A5: make sure stories get told in urban places! I'm in one, and never heard much of rural communities until I was part of one #RuralEdChat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:25 PM EDT

I agree! Definitely a different twist than I expected. So thankful for the thought provoking topic. #RuralEdChat

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SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 9:25 PM EDT

So sorry. I was worried about that (showers) and pos (positive) in the other #ruraledchat, but hit reply with fingers crossed. ;-)

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robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:25 PM EDT

So true! Bridging the worlds in creative ways would be awesome. #RuralEdChat

try_rebooting Aug 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A5: make sure stories get told in urban places! I'm in one, and never heard much of rural communities until I was part of one #RuralEdChat
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SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 9:26 PM EDT

We fluff fowl here, ya know. #ruraledchat

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TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Great point. Perhaps we should find "cousin" schools in urban areas and trade stories, build bridges, etc. #RuralEdChat

try_rebooting Aug 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A5: make sure stories get told in urban places! I'm in one, and never heard much of rural communities until I was part of one #RuralEdChat
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bobby__dodd Aug 22 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A5: go where the people are. Find out how your stakeholders want to communicate (social media, email, etc) then do it #ruraledchat

FoleyKev Aug 22 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3.Wehsve an annual school fun run/walk and a Christmas Concert.The Community take ownership and it pays off #RuralEdChat #piachat #steam

bivey Aug 22 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Too cool. One of my students did Circus Smirkus for the second straight year this summer. :-) #RuralEdChat

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robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Like the good ol' pen pal model of getting to connect with others. So much easier in digital age! #RuralEdChat

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try_rebooting Aug 22 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I love this idea so much. #RuralEdChat

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bobby__dodd Aug 22 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A5: too often, rural schools get caught up in "doing what others do" Instead of meeting stakeholders where they are #ruraledchat

SHuggins67 Aug 22 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Yeah, I'm a reformed urban girl. #cultureshock #ruraledchat

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bivey Aug 22 @ 9:28 PM EDT

I did that for a while - with The Children's Storefront in Harlem. A wonderful collaboration and a benefit to both schools. #RuralEdChat

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Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 9:28 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat Wow! I really like this idea....we are focusing on this topic at a Sept. meeting @univwestalabama . This could be action item.

TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:26 PM EDT
Great point. Perhaps we should find "cousin" schools in urban areas and trade stories, build bridges, etc. #RuralEdChat
- try_rebooting Aug 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT
  
  A5: make sure stories get told in urban places! I'm in one, and never heard much of rural communities until I was part of one #RuralEdChat
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robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 22 @ 9:29 PM EDT

As we begin to wrap up tonight, a huge thank you to @MisforMidwest & Gary Funk of @Rural_Schools Please follow them #ruraledchat community.

bobby__dodd Aug 22 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Great example. Awesome events to promote on social media most stakeholders use - & never forget the old fashioned newspaper #RuralEdChat

FoleyKev Aug 22 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3.Wehsve an annual school fun run/walk and a Christmas Concert.The Community take ownership and it pays off #RuralEdChat #piachat #steam

j6panus Aug 22 @ 9:29 PM EDT

#ruraledchat A5: such as these chats facilitate communication between rural schools and Ts. sometimes get too isolated. Struggle to get out

Rural_Schools Aug 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q5: May be beating the proverbial dead horse, but what can an org like @Rural_Schools do to promote storytelling & narrative? #ruraledchat