#TXed Archive


Wednesday January 24, 2018
9:30 PM EST

  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:30 PM EST
    It's 8:30 on a Wednesday. Time for #txed! Come join in on the conversation. #kidsdeserveit #miched #ntchat
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Welcome to #TXed ! Introductions, please!
  • MrsMurat Jan 24 @ 9:30 PM EST
    My journey with Hyperdocs this year. Would love your feedback! https://t.co/nTObDBla3h #txed
  • participatechat Jan 24 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #TXed by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/msiucFYT2z
  • mishshel Jan 24 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Thanks for having me! I love visiting with the engaged educators in @LewisvilleISD. Now go vote! #txed
    In reply to @SPSheehan, @LewisvilleISD, @LewisvilleISD
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:30 PM EST
    My name is Paul and I'm an ITS from Richmond, TX. Who else is joining us tonight for #txed? Take a moment to introduce yourself.
  • AHJSAlgebra Jan 24 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Bob Haak from San Antonio. #txed
  • Isham_Literacy Jan 24 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Hello #TXed ! Kimberly from north TX here to chat and learn!
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Thanks for joining #txed tonight, Bob.
    In reply to @AHJSAlgebra
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 9:31 PM EST
    What time is it? #txed time!!! Victor. Principal. Little School that Can. San Antonio.
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Hi Kimberly! We are glad you can join us tonight. #txed
    In reply to @Isham_Literacy
  • lori_lreyes Jan 24 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Lori Reyes 3rd grade ELAR Brenham, TX #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Howdy y'all! I am Michael from Brenham. One of the many learners at @AltonElementary #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Hi Victor! Great to see you. #txed
    In reply to @vhsaldana
  • Toups_J Jan 24 @ 9:32 PM EST
    It's the eve of Friday eve and it's 8:30 PM! That means it's time for #txed ! Jerry Toups HS Math Tr from the Houston, TX area. Been teaching my Ss to #AlwaysBelieve since 1990. 28 years of waking up and wanting to go to work = #Blessed
  • perrymanclass Jan 24 @ 9:32 PM EST
    4th grade teacher from Texas! #txed
  • Isham_Literacy Jan 24 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Glad I can be here! #TXed
    In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Hi Lori! Glad you can stop in with us again at #txed
    In reply to @lori_lreyes
  • MsJenkins_3rd Jan 24 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Hello everyone . Natalie Jenkins 3rd grade Frisco,Tx #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Great to see you tonight for #txed, Jerry.
    In reply to @Toups_J
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Well good evening #txed !! Choir practice and #txed make my Wednesday nights great!! Meredith an #elemAP from Cypress, TX
  • reyrodriguez_ Jan 24 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Rey, AP @LFUnited in deep South Texas #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Thank you for stopping in tonight! #txed
    In reply to @perrymanclass
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Howdy Jerry. Glad you could join us again. Thanks for believing! #TXed
    In reply to @Toups_J
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Great to see you, Kimberly. #txed
    In reply to @Isham_Literacy
  • pruitt5 Jan 24 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Ann Pruitt in Cypress @CFISDWells #TXed #nomomdutiestonight
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Q1- How would you define the term "team" in the education field? #TXed
  • KristiHinze Jan 24 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Kristi from Brenham checking in! #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Hi Natalie!. Thanks for joining us tonight. #txed
    In reply to @MsJenkins_3rd
  • BarbaraGruener Jan 24 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Howdy #TxEd from Barbara on day 3 of the #GreatKindnessChallenge in @friendswoodisd
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Hey Paul! Glad I can join we’ll see how long I can stay. Gotta love those toddlers!!!! #txed
    In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
  • amyleasure0914 Jan 24 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Amy...7/8 science teacher at Brenham Jr. High #TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Jan 24 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Sharon, Reading & Dyslexia Specialist, Central Texas. So excited for #TCEA18 in less than 2 weeks! #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Thanks for joining us tonight, Rey. #txed
    In reply to @reyrodriguez_, @LFUnited
  • Dale_Chu Jan 24 @ 9:35 PM EST
    HAPPENING NOW: A discussion on the power of a team. Follow along at #txed! @TXEDMod
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Hi Ann. Thanks for dropping in. #txed
    In reply to @pruitt5, @CFISDWells
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Whaaaaaat?!?! Ann’s here!!!! Yes!!!! Long time no #txed !!!
    In reply to @pruitt5, @CFISDWells
  • pruitt5 Jan 24 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A1 - a group of people striving to work toward a goal that puts Ss needs, education, safety first in our ever changing world. #TxEd
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Good to see you again, Kristi! #txed
    In reply to @KristiHinze
  • MrWillard1617 Jan 24 @ 9:36 PM EST
    'ello 'ello! 5th grade math/revising & editing and spelling in Cyfair ISD. #txed
  • pinkpatterson Jan 24 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Heather MS Principal in Richmond Texas! #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:36 PM EST
    It is very KIND of you to join us tonight, Barbara. #txed
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener, @friendswoodisd
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Team is a groups of people who’s support each other and are working towards a common goal. It doesn’t mean having the same t-shirt on the same day. #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Hi Amy! We are glad you could drop in tonight. #txed
    In reply to @amyleasure0914
  • amyleasure0914 Jan 24 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A1 A group of support to collaborate with...gather inspiration from...FAMILY #TXed
  • Toups_J Jan 24 @ 9:36 PM EST
    #txed A1 The team in terms of education is ALL of the staff involved in making the school a happy place where Ss learn. VIP = custodians kitchen staff, maintenance staff, So many to name besides the Trs Admin, Csrs Secretaries and nurses. So many people involved.
  • Isham_Literacy Jan 24 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Forgot the # ! #txed
    • Isham_Literacy Jan 24 @ 9:36 PM EST
      A1 All those who are involved in the education of our Ss. Parents, teachers, administrators, tutors, interventionists...all working together in the interest of what is best for Ss.
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Thanks for joining #txed tonight, Sharon.
    In reply to @bluebutterflysm
  • helptxteachers Jan 24 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Checking in to #txed from #atx.
  • antraasa Jan 24 @ 9:37 PM EST
    #Publicschools take ALL kids and already provide lots of gr8 choices! #SchoolChoice is SCHOOLS CHOOSE. Not good for kids! Not good for Texas!! #blockvote #March2018 #txed #txlege @Texans4E @txstatepta @pastors4txkids @smilder
  • pinkpatterson Jan 24 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A1: UNITY #TXed
  • pruitt5 Jan 24 @ 9:37 PM EST
    I know! Wrestling gyms are not wifi friendly! Wrestling mom duty is tomorrow night for me. So tonight I can #txed
    In reply to @meredithakers, @CFISDWells
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Hi Nicholas Thanks for joining us tonight. #txed
    In reply to @MrWillard1617
  • BarbaraGruener Jan 24 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A1: TEAM to me is all stakeholders learning, stretching, growing, working together for a common goal, bringing ideas to the table and willingly collaborating to go from good to great, to get better, for the kids. #TxEd
  • reyrodriguez_ Jan 24 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A1 working together with a group of individuals working towards a common goal - ensuring all students are successful #TXEd
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • Hahne_Elyse Jan 24 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A1 A group of people working to support all aspects of a specific purpose with goal based focuses. #txed
  • _emiaj_ Jan 24 @ 9:38 PM EST
    Made it late. Dealing with a kiddo with the Flu!!! This was me today!! #TxEd
  • lori_lreyes Jan 24 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A1-communicate with one another horizontally and vertically, working together, sharing ideas #txed
  • wgjackso Jan 24 @ 9:38 PM EST
    Walter Jackson from Brenham ISD #txed
  • Gouldkm21 Jan 24 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A0- Katie Gould, math and science specialist in Klein ISD near Houston #TXed
  • KristiHinze Jan 24 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A1: A group that collaborates together, sets goals, and supports each other! #TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Jan 24 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A1: folks working together for the good of the students #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:38 PM EST
    Amazing lady here, folks. If you don't follow her, you should! She has great taste when hiring ITS as well... #txed #biased
  • MrWillard1617 Jan 24 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A1: I don't know how you could define it, other than a group that works together to achieve a common goal. #txed
  • LisaLisaNoll Jan 24 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A1: a team is a group of people communicating and working toward a common goal—chikdrens’ success #txed
  • MrsKWillard Jan 24 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A1 Collaborative, willing to “hash it out”, flexibility, give and take, sharing responsibility... #txed
  • Gouldkm21 Jan 24 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A1- I think a team is a group of people working together to accomplish the same goal. #TXed
  • Hahne_Elyse Jan 24 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Good evening y’all. Elyse in Katy. Special ed teacher and student supporter. #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Thanks for stopping in, Clint. #txed
    In reply to @helptxteachers
  • DavidGeurin Jan 24 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Hey #TXed, David here from Missouri. Jumping in where I can. 👍
  • MsJenkins_3rd Jan 24 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A1: A team models true collaboration. Encouraging each other to take risk, be transparent and most of all celebrate accomplishments together #TXed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • _emiaj_ Jan 24 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A1- A team is a group of people with a common goal. In education our teams consist of Teachers, Admin, students, parents, and stakeholders! We all want kids to be successful, and try our hardest to work together to make that happen. #TxEd
  • reyrodriguez_ Jan 24 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Support is critical! #TXed
    In reply to @KristiHinze
  • perrymanclass Jan 24 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A1 a group of people who all have the same goal in mind #TxEd
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:40 PM EST
    #hardcore! Thanks for joining us Jaime! #txed. Hope your kiddo is getting better.
    In reply to @_emiaj_
  • AES_AP_Peterson Jan 24 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Sorry...running a little late...Rachel , AP from @AltonElementary #TXed
  • helptxteachers Jan 24 @ 9:40 PM EST
    The best teams in education should include faculty, staff, as well as students and parents. #studentvoice #txed
  • jdeek Jan 24 @ 9:40 PM EST
    #txed A1 -- Jim, MS Counselor from Central Texas. People taking the best of what they do, helping and serving others to fill in the cracks and impact kids.
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Q2- What type of behaviors or characteristics are needed for a great team? #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Thanks for stopping into #txed Katie.
    In reply to @Gouldkm21
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A1- A group of people that collaborate together for the purpose of growth, success, and accountability. #TXed
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Yay!!! The #txed moderators will all be there presenting #tcea !!! Would love to meet in real life!!!
    In reply to @bluebutterflysm
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Your better run! #TXed
    In reply to @AES_AP_Peterson, @AltonElementary
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Hi Elyse! Thanks one again for joining us tonight on #txed
    In reply to @Hahne_Elyse
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Team also means that when someonen can’t do something, someone else steps up to help. #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Great to have you David! #txed
    In reply to @DavidGeurin
  • BarbaraGruener Jan 24 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A2: Trust, vulnerability, respect, appreciation, acceptance, understanding, good listening, empathy, compassion, kindness, collaboration, negotiation, flexibility, responsibility, fairness, grace, forgiveness, growth mindset. #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Glad you made it, Rachel! #txed
    In reply to @AES_AP_Peterson, @AltonElementary
  • perrymanclass Jan 24 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A2 Great teams collaborate in a respectful but honest way that allows for growth and change #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A1-A group that might have disagreements but stays on the path to the similar goal. #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:43 PM EST
    #truth #TXed
    • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 9:42 PM EST
      Team also means that when someonen can’t do something, someone else steps up to help. #txed
  • LisaLisaNoll Jan 24 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A2: the characteristics needed for a great team are collaboration, open mindedness, honesty, understanding, and a clear, common goal. #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Good to see you here, Jim. #txed
    In reply to @jdeek
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Paul making personal connections. Well played Sir. @_emiaj_ #txed
    In reply to @pwagnerlcisd, @_emiaj_, @_emiaj_
  • pruitt5 Jan 24 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A2 - a good mix of organization, creativity, clear sense of purpose, collaboration, support and risk taking while keeping the end goal in mind. #txed
  • jdeek Jan 24 @ 9:44 PM EST
    #txed A1 -- We all have gaps that need to be filled. Good teams fill up cracks.
  • Isham_Literacy Jan 24 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A2 Good listeners, Observant, #growthmindset ,Collaborative, innovative, passionate, persistent. #KidsDeserveIt #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A2: I'm just going to use Barbara's list... #rockstar #txed
    • BarbaraGruener Jan 24 @ 9:42 PM EST
      A2: Trust, vulnerability, respect, appreciation, acceptance, understanding, good listening, empathy, compassion, kindness, collaboration, negotiation, flexibility, responsibility, fairness, grace, forgiveness, growth mindset. #txed
  • AES_AP_Peterson Jan 24 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A1: People who collaborate, stick together and support each other, help each other grow, people you can lean on for support but also you can count on for honest feedback #TXed
  • Gouldkm21 Jan 24 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A great team needs collaboration and communication. They also need to realize what they bring to the table and what others have to offer to better the group. #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A2-First and foremost...trust #TXed
  • DavidGeurin Jan 24 @ 9:45 PM EST
    Thanks Paul! #txed
    In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
  • BarbaraGruener Jan 24 @ 9:45 PM EST
    Let's add trustworthy!! #txed
    In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
  • KRoznovsky Jan 24 @ 9:45 PM EST
    I made it! Started a new bible study tonight so I’m a little late. Kaylee from Brenham’s Alton Elementary! #TXed
  • Gouldkm21 Jan 24 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A2- A great team needs collaboration and communication. They also need to realize what they bring to the table and what others have to offer to better the group. #TXed
  • MsJenkins_3rd Jan 24 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A2: Unity , active participation/listening and a humble spirit #TXed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • Isham_Literacy Jan 24 @ 9:46 PM EST
    That about covers it!! #txed
    In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 9:46 PM EST
    The awesome @LisaLisaNoll in the house! #txed
  • Isham_Literacy Jan 24 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Great list! Good to 'see' you! #TXed
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Q2 again #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A2: No I in team. One for all, all for one. Support, trust, respect, ambition. #txed
  • pinkpatterson Jan 24 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A2: I’ve always loved this recipe for a successful team! #TXed
  • reyrodriguez_ Jan 24 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A2 @DrMercadoPhD’s #EColorsInEducation is what teamwork is all about! Each member of the team has strengths & potential limiters - when color combinations come together team outcomes are amazing! #TXed
    In reply to @TXEDMod, @DrMercadoPhD
  • helptxteachers Jan 24 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Teams in education need TIME to be able to collaborate and communicate to achieve the goal. #txed
  • KRoznovsky Jan 24 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A1- A group who, together, uses their strengths and makes up for each other’s weaknesses to get #allthethings done! #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A2-You rarely see egos around a good team. It is #WeNotMe #LeftTheEgointheCar #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:47 PM EST
    See what I mean...the lady is a legit #rockstar. Love that recipe. #txed
  • BarbaraGruener Jan 24 @ 9:47 PM EST
    YES! Creativity and communication, two KEY ingredients! #txed
    In reply to @pinkpatterson
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Q3- Some of you have mentioned trust. How can we build trust with those on our team? #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Something we all have too little of. #time #txed
    • helptxteachers Jan 24 @ 9:47 PM EST
      Teams in education need TIME to be able to collaborate and communicate to achieve the goal. #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:48 PM EST
    You not talking and listen to ideas on ways to help our kids...then you are not collaborating. #TXed
    • helptxteachers Jan 24 @ 9:47 PM EST
      Teams in education need TIME to be able to collaborate and communicate to achieve the goal. #txed
  • TedHiff Jan 24 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Ted, MS Principal from MO joining #txed a little late.
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:48 PM EST
    I agree - good teammates know their strengths and their teammates strengths and they mean on one another’s strengths. #txed
    • Gouldkm21 Jan 24 @ 9:45 PM EST
      A2- A great team needs collaboration and communication. They also need to realize what they bring to the table and what others have to offer to better the group. #TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Jan 24 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A2: commitment #txed
  • GSmit4Character Jan 24 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A2: Understand what is expected and support each other realizing that trust is essential for any relationship as a team #TxEd
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:49 PM EST
    Great to see you back, Ted. #txed
    In reply to @TedHiff
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:49 PM EST
    Step one: be there for each other #txed
  • Isham_Literacy Jan 24 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A3 We work on relationships. Trust comes from being invested in each other. #TXed
  • DavidGeurin Jan 24 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A2 High performing teams share leadership roles. The team is committed to the mission not a title or position. #txed
  • Toups_J Jan 24 @ 9:50 PM EST
    #txed A2 Confidence, compassion, humility, and character, just to name a few. Champions adapt and overcome, losers make excuses. When great teams succeed they make the others around them become better.
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A3-We always talk about getting to know our kids, but do we ever really take the time to know our team. And I mean really know our team. #TXed
  • pastors4txkids Jan 24 @ 9:50 PM EST
    From Lytle to Lockhart to Lubbock— Texas pastors and faith leaders support #txed schools, schoolteachers, and schoolchildren!
  • perrymanclass Jan 24 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A3 a great way to build trust is creating norms together. When you agree upon a predetermined set of guidelines, it’s easier to hold each other accountable #txed
  • Hahne_Elyse Jan 24 @ 9:50 PM EST
    Thanks for the welcome. I love the chat. #txed
    In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
  • _emiaj_ Jan 24 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A2- There really is no “I” on team. You have to have collaboration, but you also have to have the drive to put your plan into play. There has to be enough trust to be able to have hard conversations, and you have to be flexible because change is inevitable. #TxEd
  • LisaLisaNoll Jan 24 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A3: I believe that in order to build trust there must be honesty and time. The only way to build it is to give opportunities to do just that. Communicate! #txed
  • bluebutterflysm Jan 24 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A3: trust #txed
  • DavidGeurin Jan 24 @ 9:51 PM EST
    Trust is foundational! Without trust, a team cannot reach its potential. #txed
    • GSmit4Character Jan 24 @ 9:48 PM EST
      A2: Understand what is expected and support each other realizing that trust is essential for any relationship as a team #TxEd
  • BarbaraGruener Jan 24 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A3: It's important for us to be vulnerable with one another. We need to be present, to make sure we understand the common goal, to write a social contract or your promise to one another, to agree to confront problems, but care-front people. #txed
  • AES_AP_Peterson Jan 24 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A3: Trust is built through actions! As they say, "Actions sometimes speaks louder than words" #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:51 PM EST
    And we love you!!! #TXed
    In reply to @Hahne_Elyse, @pwagnerlcisd
  • lori_lreyes Jan 24 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A2-drive, commitment, and determination #txed
  • reyrodriguez_ Jan 24 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A3 active listening and communication create that relationship of trust, show them that you care #TXed
  • Gouldkm21 Jan 24 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A3- Trust takes time to establish. It comes from following through on what you say, openly communicating, and supporting each other towards the common goal. #txed
  • _emiaj_ Jan 24 @ 9:51 PM EST
    Q3- By being trustworthy. Say what you mean and mean what you say. #TxEd
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A3: I think it's important to find time away from your job/sport...whatever team you are on...and get to know each other away from the grind. #txed
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:52 PM EST
    Share the workload. Yes #txed
    • DavidGeurin Jan 24 @ 9:50 PM EST
      A2 High performing teams share leadership roles. The team is committed to the mission not a title or position. #txed
  • TedHiff Jan 24 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A3. It begins by building honest, sincere relationships. #txed
  • amyleasure0914 Jan 24 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A3 Trust comes from letting go...spending time with those around us...be open..be honest...BUILD RELATIONSHIPS #TXed
  • TxEdVote Jan 24 @ 9:52 PM EST
    More and more districts are creating a culture of voting! Imagine what a robust democracy we will have with students learning about becoming informed voters from educators modeling civic engagement! Kudos @LewisvilleISD and @mishshel #vote #txed
    • SPSheehan Jan 24 @ 8:11 PM EST
      Thank you @mishshel for speaking with the @LewisvilleISD education community about cultivating a culture of voting this evening! There is much work to be done to ensure the best public education available to our students & it starts with informed voters! #txed
  • MrsKWillard Jan 24 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A3 Stop the petty talk in its tracks. Refuse to get caught up in gossip and drama. Keep the conversations focused on what’s best for kids! #txed
  • pruitt5 Jan 24 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A3 - be open and honest - even in difficult situations. Get to know one another outside of work. #txed
  • amyleasure0914 Jan 24 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A2 inspiration...determination..,purpose #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:53 PM EST
    I agree, Ogg I just tweeted that you need to get away from the grind and spend time together outside the rat race. #txed
    In reply to @PrincipalOgg
  • pinkpatterson Jan 24 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A4: TRUST is... #txed
  • Hahne_Elyse Jan 24 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A2 The work of flexibility. Teams should have the ability to be professional, all in, and work for a purpose. Teams need to be willing to change and move against the current too. #txed
  • KristiHinze Jan 24 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A3: being flexible, willing to give and take, be honest with each other even when it is hard. #TXed
  • lori_lreyes Jan 24 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A3-build relationships, be open to constructive criticism, resolve issues within the circle #txed
  • Toups_J Jan 24 @ 9:53 PM EST
    #txed A3 Trust is built when LOVE is interwoven with all relationships within the team.
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 9:53 PM EST
    Walk a mile in their shoes. Go through what they go through and understand. Then be sure to do what you say and say what you do. Kinda like Horton Hears a Who! #txed
  • MsJenkins_3rd Jan 24 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A3: Letting our guards down and really getting to know your team. #TXed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • BarbaraGruener Jan 24 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A3b: Here's an example of our Staff Agreements as we work together toward a common goal. #txed #KidsDeserveIt #JoyfulLeaders
  • Chris_Chappotin Jan 24 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A3: positive presuppositions. #TXed
  • KRoznovsky Jan 24 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A2: selfless, sacrificing, communicator, thinker, doer, dreamer, believer, trustworthy, responsible, and humble. There are so many more but ultimately you need to care more about the sum than your own part #TXed
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 9:53 PM EST
    Agreed. #txed
    In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
  • Hahne_Elyse Jan 24 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A2 Seek eachother out, Greet eachother, check in on one another, & build up. Be willing to make someone’s day! #txed
  • EduGladiators Jan 24 @ 9:54 PM EST
    🍎SATURDAY wraps #EduGladiators January series: Rethinking Discipline! Focus is Classroom Discipline w/@SchleiderJustin leading us! Don't miss! Plus be ready to share your favorite tricks of the trade! #3rdchat #BmoreEdChat #Educoach #OHEdChat #scitlap #Txed #UDLchat #PTchat
  • GSmit4Character Jan 24 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A3: Lead by example, communicate openly and make sure you what you are going to do and then do what you say #TXed
  • DavidGeurin Jan 24 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A3 Trust comes through honest communication and authentic relationships. #txed
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 9:54 PM EST
    No one person should have all the power. Wait isn’t that the definition of a dictator? Why should it be that way at schools? Wrong! #txed
    • DavidGeurin Jan 24 @ 9:50 PM EST
      A2 High performing teams share leadership roles. The team is committed to the mission not a title or position. #txed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:55 PM EST
    Q4- With trust comes accountability. How can we hold ourselves and others accountable on our team? #TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Jan 24 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A3: trust takes cultivation. you have to nurture and tend to@the adults and students in and at your school. #txed
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:55 PM EST
    Yes!!! Assume the best, not the worst! :) #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:55 PM EST
    I believe you are correct. You have to have some sort of emotional tie as well. #txed
    In reply to @reyrodriguez_
  • KRoznovsky Jan 24 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A3 offer to do something and then follow through, always look at the positive side so that a solution can be found rather than more problems to solve, *Be who you say you are. Do what you say you’ll do.* #TXed
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 9:56 PM EST
    How do you make the time, when there is so much on teachers plates? #txed
    In reply to @LisaLisaNoll
  • reyrodriguez_ Jan 24 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A4 collectively decide on norms so that all know what the expectations are #TXed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • GSmit4Character Jan 24 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A3: I know that it takes years to build up trust and only seconds to destroy it. #TXed
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 9:57 PM EST
    PLC at Work explains it best. Have teams move from congenial to collegial. #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:55 PM EST
      Q4- With trust comes accountability. How can we hold ourselves and others accountable on our team? #TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Jan 24 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A4: work together #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A4: I think this goes back to the commitment and emotional connections. If you have a connection with your team you instinctively hold yourselves accountable. You don't want to let them down. #txed
  • Toups_J Jan 24 @ 9:58 PM EST
    #txed A4 All Trs and administrators need to be in a position to call out others when they are lagging in a compassionate way. Call out the problems and be part of the solution. Let the wrong doer know you are there for them. #ItsAllAboutTheKids
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A4: Set timelines, deadlines, benchmarks and check in with yourself and teammates on progress toward the goal #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:55 PM EST
      Q4- With trust comes accountability. How can we hold ourselves and others accountable on our team? #TXed
  • MrsKWillard Jan 24 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A4 Lovingly speak truth. If something isn’t focused on students (I.e. focused on what the adults want, doing what makes our jobs easy instead of what’s best for kids, etc.) start a conversation to reset the focus. Live what we say and be willing to accept the same feedback! #txed
  • Isham_Literacy Jan 24 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A4 Plan together, keep goals visibly posted, and check in periodically for support. #TXed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:55 PM EST
      Q4- With trust comes accountability. How can we hold ourselves and others accountable on our team? #TXed
  • DavidGeurin Jan 24 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A4 Accountability requires honest, open communication. It requires being confident enough in the relationship to expect more from the relationship. #txed
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 9:59 PM EST
    This is why I mop, serve, direct traffic, pick up cones, round up stray dogs on campus and try to do as many things as possible at the campus. I can’t ask people to do thing I wouldn’t be willing to do myself. #txed.
    In reply to @_emiaj_
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:59 PM EST
    Good grief! I am having the worst luck with my phone tonight. #TXed
  • pruitt5 Jan 24 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A4 - My partner and I hold each other accountable. We set timelines, deadlines and we hold each other accountable so that we meet our goals. #txed
  • lori_lreyes Jan 24 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A4- set expectations and collabaorate to follow up #TXed
  • Gouldkm21 Jan 24 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A4- Open communication and honesty will help with accountability. If everyone knows their role on the team then they should be using their strengths to move towards the team's goal. #TXed
  • pinkpatterson Jan 24 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A4: #TXed
  • DavidGeurin Jan 24 @ 9:59 PM EST
    YES!!! That collective commitment to excellence can’t be beat. We are holding the rope for each other. #txed
    • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:58 PM EST
      A4: I think this goes back to the commitment and emotional connections. If you have a connection with your team you instinctively hold yourselves accountable. You don't want to let them down. #txed
  • _emiaj_ Jan 24 @ 10:00 PM EST
    A4- I think accountability comes with hard conversations. But, you can’t take it personal. Sometimes to grow you have to see things about yourself you don’t want to see. #TxEd
  • amyleasure0914 Jan 24 @ 10:00 PM EST
    A4 stand up and take on tasks...be able to ask for help..,delegate responsibilities #TXed
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 10:00 PM EST
    My philosophy as well. I’ll trust you until you give me reason otherwise. And then, I’ll make sure you don’t ever burn me again #txed
    In reply to @LisaLisaNoll
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:00 PM EST
    I like the idea of visibly posting the goals. The conversations can always lead back to them, and you can adjust the goals more easily that way. Great point! #txed
    In reply to @Isham_Literacy
  • TedHiff Jan 24 @ 10:00 PM EST
    A4. You need to establish and maintain norms and expectations. #txed
  • pruitt5 Jan 24 @ 10:00 PM EST
    Yes, you must have a connection with your team so that everyone hold one another accountable. #txed
    In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:00 PM EST
    Yes. All of this. Yes. #txed
    • MrsKWillard Jan 24 @ 9:58 PM EST
      A4 Lovingly speak truth. If something isn’t focused on students (I.e. focused on what the adults want, doing what makes our jobs easy instead of what’s best for kids, etc.) start a conversation to reset the focus. Live what we say and be willing to accept the same feedback! #txed
  • Texaslifeskills Jan 24 @ 10:00 PM EST
    A4:) When I expose my own accountability, flawed or otherwise, and I’m willing to be seen, it gives others the courage to do the same. #txed
  • perrymanclass Jan 24 @ 10:01 PM EST
    A4 Conflict is hard, but being honest and open is the easiest way to establish a relationship that allows for growth and accountability #txed
  • KRoznovsky Jan 24 @ 10:01 PM EST
    A4 If you wonder if teams are holding up their end of the deal- just listen to their conversations. You’ll know if everyone is collaborating and offering up ideas and ways they can help. #TXed
  • SACharterMoms Jan 24 @ 10:01 PM EST
    #txed #txlege
    • DiegoBernalTX Jan 24 @ 9:32 PM EST
      Talking about school finance or starting the Macarena at Government Hill tonight. Seriously, great group of folks there. Thanks for having me.
  • Isham_Literacy Jan 24 @ 10:01 PM EST
    I need the reminder so that I can stay on track! #TXed
    In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
  • Toups_J Jan 24 @ 10:01 PM EST
    #txed A4 Build your coworkers up do not tear them down.
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Q5- Great teams have great communication. How do you keep communication going with your team? What tools do you use? #TXed
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Be real with your teammates before you expect it if them. Go first. #txed
    • Texaslifeskills Jan 24 @ 10:00 PM EST
      A4:) When I expose my own accountability, flawed or otherwise, and I’m willing to be seen, it gives others the courage to do the same. #txed
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Our mantra at school is Be Prepared. Be Engaging. Be Intentional. Be Responsible. Do those things and you’ll be doin a good job. #txed
    In reply to @pinkpatterson
  • MsJenkins_3rd Jan 24 @ 10:02 PM EST
    A4: Share and have open communication. Create a plan and follow through #TXed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • TedHiff Jan 24 @ 10:03 PM EST
    This is so true. Lead by example! #txed
    • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 9:59 PM EST
      This is why I mop, serve, direct traffic, pick up cones, round up stray dogs on campus and try to do as many things as possible at the campus. I can’t ask people to do thing I wouldn’t be willing to do myself. #txed.
      In reply to @_emiaj_
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Hang In There. Fast and furious. #txed
    In reply to @PrincipalOgg
  • GSmit4Character Jan 24 @ 10:03 PM EST
    A4: Make it safe for staff to approach you w/ problems, as “shooting the messenger” will only encourage them to start hiding future problems. Instead, turn mistakes into lessons. #txed
  • lori_lreyes Jan 24 @ 10:03 PM EST
    A5-group texts, daily lunch discussions, hallway powwows #txed
  • Kidsmathtalk Jan 24 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Be the change! #txed
    In reply to @meredithakers
  • PrincipalVest - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:03 PM EST
    If you’d like a reminder to join #txed each week, join our Remind 101 group!
  • AES_AP_Peterson Jan 24 @ 10:03 PM EST
    A4: You have to have open and honest communication, an agreement to stay open minded, not give up, and continuously reflect on progress of goals/expectations #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:03 PM EST
    A4-Why not build them up and stop trying to bring each other down. The Career Ladder has gone out the door a number of years ago #TXed
  • PrincipalVest - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Totally agree with this - you can learn a lot just by listening and observing! #txed
    • KRoznovsky Jan 24 @ 10:01 PM EST
      A4 If you wonder if teams are holding up their end of the deal- just listen to their conversations. You’ll know if everyone is collaborating and offering up ideas and ways they can help. #TXed
  • Hahne_Elyse Jan 24 @ 10:03 PM EST
    A4 Communicate, Check in with eachother, and be willing to be flexible and adjust. Don’t seclude yourself. #TXed
  • reyrodriguez_ Jan 24 @ 10:03 PM EST
    A5 emails, texts, and Twitter allows for us to communicate #TXed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:04 PM EST
    A5: Have places for personal and professional conversations. Our team communicates professionally through email but we share personal stories through GroupMe. #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:04 PM EST
    I got to look out for those hall powwows! #TXed
    In reply to @lori_lreyes
  • PrincipalVest - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:04 PM EST
    Amen! #truth #txed
    • MrsKWillard Jan 24 @ 9:58 PM EST
      A4 Lovingly speak truth. If something isn’t focused on students (I.e. focused on what the adults want, doing what makes our jobs easy instead of what’s best for kids, etc.) start a conversation to reset the focus. Live what we say and be willing to accept the same feedback! #txed
  • Toups_J Jan 24 @ 10:05 PM EST
    #txed A5 Mouth to mouth communication is the best. The daily email from my principal #rocks! Keeps everyone informed.
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 10:05 PM EST
    There has to be a certain level of caution that take place even after the first time. #txed
    In reply to @LisaLisaNoll
  • Isham_Literacy Jan 24 @ 10:05 PM EST
    A5 Face to face works best for me, but texting, email, and Voxer are helpful, too! #TXed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:02 PM EST
      Q5- Great teams have great communication. How do you keep communication going with your team? What tools do you use? #TXed
  • perrymanclass Jan 24 @ 10:06 PM EST
    A5 text message groups, weekly PLCs, and team meetings help everyone stay in the know #txed
  • pastors4txkids Jan 24 @ 10:06 PM EST
    #txlege House members like @KingForTexas and @FourPriceTX are Heroes for Children! We are grateful for their dedicated service to #txed kids!
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:06 PM EST
    The #txed team uses Voxer and Google Drive to communicate and collaborate. I have not even met most of our team in person yet!
  • reyrodriguez_ Jan 24 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Our principal does a weekly newsletter for staff and it’s been great! #TXed
    In reply to @Toups_J, @PrincipalOgg
  • bluebutterflysm Jan 24 @ 10:06 PM EST
    A5: kindness is the key 🗝 #txed
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 10:07 PM EST
    This (twitter) is one way. West Weekly, phone blasts, texts, emails, face to face meetings. And the always popular “choir practices.” Which reminds me. We need to have one. #txed.
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:02 PM EST
      Q5- Great teams have great communication. How do you keep communication going with your team? What tools do you use? #TXed
  • pruitt5 Jan 24 @ 10:07 PM EST
    A5 - text messages, gifs, voxer, email, weekly face to face meetings, compassion, understanding and a safe place to vent when needed. #TXED
  • Kidsmathtalk Jan 24 @ 10:07 PM EST
    Agree is there is a set agenda/ plan for PLC #txed
    • perrymanclass Jan 24 @ 10:06 PM EST
      A5 text message groups, weekly PLCs, and team meetings help everyone stay in the know #txed
  • LisaLisaNoll Jan 24 @ 10:07 PM EST
    A5: This goes back to time for me. Good communication takes a lot of it! I communicate using email, IM and text—but my favorite is in person. I’m approachable and my space is our space. I like gatherings in my office and in every other area of the school. #txed
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:07 PM EST
    Yet you already know and love me :) #txed
    In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
  • pinkpatterson Jan 24 @ 10:08 PM EST
    A5: Remind...def comes in handy for quick heads up and impromptu jeans days! 👖 #TXed
  • MsJenkins_3rd Jan 24 @ 10:08 PM EST
    A6: I love that my team is intentional about our communication. We huddle in the morning and after the school day ! #TXed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • TedHiff Jan 24 @ 10:08 PM EST
    A5. We use @Remind @SmorePages @Google Docs #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:02 PM EST
      Q5- Great teams have great communication. How do you keep communication going with your team? What tools do you use? #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:08 PM EST
    It's true...oh yes it's true! #txed #itstrue #kurtangle
    In reply to @meredithakers
  • GSmit4Character Jan 24 @ 10:08 PM EST
    I went so far to make sure that our goals and value statements were included on every cabinet administrative or board agenda, ensuring that what we discussed meshed w/ these goals #txed
    • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:00 PM EST
      I like the idea of visibly posting the goals. The conversations can always lead back to them, and you can adjust the goals more easily that way. Great point! #txed
      In reply to @Isham_Literacy
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:09 PM EST
    Q6- What advice would you give others in order to create and maintain a positive team environment? #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:09 PM EST
    #TXed
    In reply to @meredithakers, @pwagnerlcisd
  • TedHiff Jan 24 @ 10:09 PM EST
    I agree! Who doesn’t like getting a surprise @Remind about a Jeans Day? #txed @pinkpatterson
    • pinkpatterson Jan 24 @ 10:08 PM EST
      A5: Remind...def comes in handy for quick heads up and impromptu jeans days! 👖 #TXed
  • MsJenkins_3rd Jan 24 @ 10:09 PM EST
    A5: I love the my team is intentional about our communication. We huddle in the morning and after school. #TXed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 10:09 PM EST
    I love walking halls after school and touching base with teachers sans students. We can reflect on the day and lessons. That’s when the best learning happens. #txed
    • LisaLisaNoll Jan 24 @ 10:07 PM EST
      A5: This goes back to time for me. Good communication takes a lot of it! I communicate using email, IM and text—but my favorite is in person. I’m approachable and my space is our space. I like gatherings in my office and in every other area of the school. #txed
  • Hahne_Elyse Jan 24 @ 10:09 PM EST
    A5 Email, texting, and word of mouth is huge on many teams. Starting and ending the day with catching up is huge too. #TXed
  • Toups_J Jan 24 @ 10:10 PM EST
    #txed teacher friends, speaking of communication, something really Awesome happened to me Thursday evening. My book "The Story Of Always Believe" was accepted by Christian Faith Publishing. I will be signing the contract soon. Should be available by late summer.
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:10 PM EST
    https://t.co/rrGbbHnjIG Add all three to your team. #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:10 PM EST
    Ahhhh, jean days... #txed
    • pinkpatterson Jan 24 @ 10:08 PM EST
      A5: Remind...def comes in handy for quick heads up and impromptu jeans days! 👖 #TXed
  • _emiaj_ Jan 24 @ 10:10 PM EST
    A5: like I said Parents are a HUGE part of our team. I use Remind, Seesaw, and Newsletters to keep my parents informed. # #TxEd
  • TedHiff Jan 24 @ 10:10 PM EST
    A6. Be consistent in implementing your communication plan. #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:09 PM EST
      Q6- What advice would you give others in order to create and maintain a positive team environment? #TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Jan 24 @ 10:10 PM EST
    A5: I teach 3 grade levels with 9 different teams and no PLC time, #GoogleCalendar with color-coordinated meetings is my life-line #txed
  • KRoznovsky Jan 24 @ 10:11 PM EST
    A5- every tool we can. I google chat with teachers at other campuses when I’m looking for something. We text. We eat. We laugh. And sometimes we hot tub together when it’s an ice holiday. #TXed
  • Gouldkm21 Jan 24 @ 10:11 PM EST
    A5- I think communication comes in many forms: emails, texts, phone conversations, in-person conversations, meetings, etc... #TXed
  • CrystalDeerLee Jan 24 @ 10:11 PM EST
    Read The Texas Higher Education Weekly ▸ #highered #txed https://t.co/XGFuKCH5Y7
  • reyrodriguez_ Jan 24 @ 10:11 PM EST
    A6 Be completely open and honest with each other #TXed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • vhsaldana Jan 24 @ 10:11 PM EST
    Know, understand, accept, and be responsible enough to recognize that building and maintaining a positive team environment is EVERYONE’S responsibility. If you don’t believe that, you’re in the wrong team. #txed.
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:09 PM EST
      Q6- What advice would you give others in order to create and maintain a positive team environment? #TXed
  • LisaLisaNoll Jan 24 @ 10:11 PM EST
    A6: the advise I would give others is to listen more than you talk, be approachable and HAVE FUN! We take things so seriously sometimes that I think communication can be guarded. Lighten up sometimes! #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:11 PM EST
    A5-The focus of the team's conversation is the direction the team will go. Focus on the bad the team will become negative. Focus on the positive...and I'll show you a great team #TXed
  • pruitt5 Jan 24 @ 10:12 PM EST
    A6 - build a relationship, establish trust. Always work to maintain the relationship and trust. Be open to all forms of feedback. Live through it, laugh through it, cry through it and love one another. #TXED
  • pinkpatterson Jan 24 @ 10:12 PM EST
    Weekly Longhorn News E-blast to Parents and staff, @CanvasLMS weekly communication from teachers to parents, twitter and Facebook! #TXed
  • MrsKWillard Jan 24 @ 10:12 PM EST
    A6 Be willing to be ALL in. The good, the great, and the ugly. You have to be willing to be real which means not all conversations will be “pretty.” Remember it’s not about us adults...the kids are our focus! (Or should be if not. ) #txed
  • Isham_Literacy Jan 24 @ 10:12 PM EST
    A6 #speaklife ! Words are powerful. Make sure they grow relationships and not tear them down. #TXed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:09 PM EST
      Q6- What advice would you give others in order to create and maintain a positive team environment? #TXed
  • KRoznovsky Jan 24 @ 10:12 PM EST
    A6 Be who you say you are. Do what you say you’ll do. Show that you care about the big picture by investing in the team. Buy in. #TXed
  • lori_lreyes Jan 24 @ 10:13 PM EST
    A6-surround yourself with positive people and lots of laughter #txed
  • Texaslifeskills Jan 24 @ 10:13 PM EST
    I’ve been lurking here and the thought just occurred- As a life skills teacher, I have no team; being separated it hard. Don’t forget your SPED teachers in your team making and building and doing! 😊 #txed
  • Gouldkm21 Jan 24 @ 10:13 PM EST
    A6: I think administration needs to think about team dynamics when placing people on teams. You need a balance of personalities. It is also important to have trust, communication, and a willingness to work towards the same goal. #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:13 PM EST
    A6: Remember that you have been given 1 mouth and 2 ears. I think we know which is more important... #txed
  • bluebutterflysm Jan 24 @ 10:13 PM EST
    A6: everybody has a bad hair day! Share your compassion, empathy, and smile! #txed
  • Toups_J Jan 24 @ 10:13 PM EST
    #txed A6 In terms of an educational team, ALL members need to realize they are ALL ABOUT THE KIDS! When you realize this, the interactions with the kids will produce #Joy
  • Hahne_Elyse Jan 24 @ 10:14 PM EST
    A6 Be supportive of the good and the ugly, be willing to cover a duty if there’s a need, & be flexible. It’s so necessary! #TXed
  • _emiaj_ Jan 24 @ 10:14 PM EST
    A6- You have to keep a sense of humor. I take my job seriously, but I love being funny. So anytime anything goes wrong I always have to put a little humor in it. Sometimes I laugh so I don’t cry. #TxEd
  • GSmit4Character Jan 24 @ 10:14 PM EST
    A5: Positive teams are led by positive leaders, so start with yourself. Next, remove the obstacles that could have a negative influence on your team's positivity. #TXed
  • perrymanclass Jan 24 @ 10:15 PM EST
    A6 Always do what's best for kids and remember your why #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:15 PM EST
    Great chat tonight, everybody! Thanks for joining us. We will see you again next week. Don't forget to give your new friends a follow! #PLC #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:16 PM EST
    And remember that leadership is not about the title. You can be a leader with the title. #TXed
    • GSmit4Character Jan 24 @ 10:14 PM EST
      A5: Positive teams are led by positive leaders, so start with yourself. Next, remove the obstacles that could have a negative influence on your team's positivity. #TXed
  • jdeek Jan 24 @ 10:16 PM EST
    #txed A6 -- Look for ways to serve instead of waiting to be served. Just wrote a blog post about serving
  • pruitt5 Jan 24 @ 10:16 PM EST
    Thank you #txed! Great chat tonight! So glad it worked out for me tonight!
  • meredithakers - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:16 PM EST
    Agreed. In education, we are all leaders #txed
    • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:16 PM EST
      And remember that leadership is not about the title. You can be a leader with the title. #TXed
      • GSmit4Character Jan 24 @ 10:14 PM EST
        A5: Positive teams are led by positive leaders, so start with yourself. Next, remove the obstacles that could have a negative influence on your team's positivity. #TXed
  • GSmit4Character Jan 24 @ 10:17 PM EST
    Leadership is more about influence than authority #TXed
    In reply to @PrincipalOgg
  • MsJenkins_3rd Jan 24 @ 10:18 PM EST
    A6: Embrace every moment as a team . Don’t just stand together when things are good . #TXed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 24 @ 10:18 PM EST
    Great chat #TXed friends. Sorry about the iPhone issue. Maybe it is time to get a new one.
  • johnkuhntx Jan 24 @ 10:19 PM EST
    #blockvote has anti-ed grps running scared. Pouring money in races they thought were safe. Endless FOIAs to intimidate educators. Paxton saying 18 yo srs. can take field trips to zoos but not to polls to experience voting. Patrick talking like he likes teachers. #notfooled #txed
  • smussle Jan 24 @ 10:19 PM EST
    🖨❓ISO of #3Dprinter brand/model recommendations for an elementary campus - best for ease of use, reliability, cost, supply cost?? #PLN #txed #TCEA #TCEA18 #edtech #CampSIG
  • pinkpatterson Jan 24 @ 10:20 PM EST
    Q6: You are the captain...you build your team with the right people and you have to BE PRESENT and pay attention to the PULSE. In times of high stress...great leaders can feel it...notes of appreciation, food, and encouragement are good starters! #TXed
  • ru2lo Jan 24 @ 10:25 PM EST
    Parents have a choice already. There isn’t a state law preventing parents choosing public, charter, private, military or home school. #txlege #txed
    In reply to @john_jwitt, @GovAbbott, @texasdemocrats
  • pastors4txkids Jan 24 @ 10:25 PM EST
    Everywhere we go across our great Lone Star State of Texas, we find pastors are deeply grateful for #txed teachers & schools, & firmly committed in service to them. Why isn’t this support found universally & unanimously in the #txlege? Vote on behalf of TX schoolchildren in 2018!
  • matthewtodd05 Jan 24 @ 10:26 PM EST
    Check out my awesome wife getting a shoutout from her school for rocking it in math! #txed