#MASSPchat Archive

Chats will be moderated by MASSP staff, members of the MASSP Board of Directors and MASSP Members – we will also have special guest moderators on occasion.
Monday December 12, 2016
8:00 PM EST
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Good Evening. I'm looking forward to discussing school climate with you. Please check in and let us know if you had a snow day. #masspchat
  • nsulla Dec 12 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Dr. Nancy Sulla here at #masspchat; creator of the Learner-Active, Technology-Infused Classroom #LATIC; Pres @IDECorp; author of:
  • poolesa Dec 12 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Steve Poole, principal, H H Dow High School. First snow day was today. #masspchat
  • PWtoddo Dec 12 @ 8:02 PM EST
    todd simmons P-W MS/HS yes ma'am #masspchat
    In reply to @TammyJMASSP
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Dec 12 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Tyler, co-SIT chair, APUSH, WHAP, Prof of Teacher Ed. #masspchat
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Glad to hear the @poolesa and @PWtoddo got a break today!#masspchat
    In reply to @poolesa, @PWtoddo
  • WaltKozlowski Dec 12 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Walt, MS Principal in Macomb County. No school today. #masspchat
  • pfeiffersc Dec 12 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Scott Pfeiffer, MS/HS Principal at Countryside Academy in Benton Harbor. Snow Day here too, actually caught up on paperwork! #masspchat
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Thank you for joining us @ProfGeorgeEdu #masspchat
    In reply to @ProfGeorgeEdu
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:06 PM EST
    The whole south must have been shut down. In the north we had a door plus but kept on moving! #masspchat
  • kvancuren Dec 12 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Rockford snow day too! Great day to catch up on paperwork #masspchat
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Good of you @kvancuren #masspchat
    In reply to @kvancuren
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:09 PM EST
    We will use the Q1 and A1 format for tonights chat. Q1 will be launched shortly #masspchat
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Q1 How do you believe a positive school climate enhances student learning? #masspchat
  • RKT_HOPE Dec 12 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Hello from Swartz Creek - RKT here - I am honored to be part of the #masspchat
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Thank you for joining tonight. I look forward to your input! #masspchat
    In reply to @RKT_HOPE
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Dec 12 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1) Ss feel supported from the Ts, peers, and administration. Fosters an open atmosphere of creativity and acceptance. #masspchat
  • pfeiffersc Dec 12 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: Ss can't learn if they don't feel safe and welcome. #masspchat
  • poolesa Dec 12 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: When S's feel safe and cared for, they can move up Maslow's hierarchy. Basic needs in culture permit S's to take risks. #masspchat
  • nsulla Dec 12 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1) Physical space, social norms, & academic practices make or break a student's success. They must be deliberately crafted. #Masspchat
  • kvancuren Dec 12 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1 when kids feel connected, welcomed by staff, valued by peers they work. At RHS we strive to connect with all students. #masspchat
    • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:10 PM EST
      Q1 How do you believe a positive school climate enhances student learning? #masspchat
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:15 PM EST
    So true @poolesa #masspchat
    In reply to @poolesa
  • PWtoddo Dec 12 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A1: our culture is the center of every decision we make-we believe the culture we create is #1 influence to success #masspchat
    In reply to @TammyJMASSP
  • WaltKozlowski Dec 12 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A1: Students must feel safe. Teachers must feel safe. Neither group will learn optimally unless a positive culture exists. #masspchat
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Physical space and social norms are center of the universe for teens! @nsulla #masspchat
    In reply to @nsulla
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:17 PM EST
    YES! Teacher must also feel safe! #masspchat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • RKT_HOPE Dec 12 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A1 You can't TEACH a student until you REACH a student - the climate of the school empowers this very ethos! #masspchat
    • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:10 PM EST
      Q1 How do you believe a positive school climate enhances student learning? #masspchat
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Q2 .How might student perspectives be used to help figure out how to respond to challenges a school is facing? #masspchat
  • WaltKozlowski Dec 12 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A2: Student perspectives give us insight we need. They see a side of the school adults can't (even if we think we do). #masspchat
  • nsulla Dec 12 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A2) If you build your school on problem-solving, empowered Ss will help create the climate to reflect your culture. #Masspchat
  • pfeiffersc Dec 12 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A2: Ss have insights that can be poignant, and if they feel they have a voice, buy-in goes up. #masspchat
  • poolesa Dec 12 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A2: We have a student leadership class that would be used for these questions. I would like to start a student advisory as well. #masspchat
  • WaltKozlowski Dec 12 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A2: We gather intel from students, then problem-solve as adults, including students where appropriate & feasible. #masspchat
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A2 One of my favorite things to do was sit and chat with a group of students for the purpose of hearing their perspective. #masspchat
  • PWtoddo Dec 12 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A2: we are trying to start student voice group w/ 2 s from every class to give input on school initiatives/culture #masspchat
    In reply to @TammyJMASSP
  • kvancuren Dec 12 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A2 Our clubs meet once a week to share ideas with each other and give feedback to staff. All on same pg=growth for all. #masspchat
    • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:21 PM EST
      Q2 .How might student perspectives be used to help figure out how to respond to challenges a school is facing? #masspchat
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:27 PM EST
    I started a "Principals Council". I loved meeting with them and they appreciated the opportunity. #masspchat
    In reply to @poolesa
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Q3 on the way! #masspchat
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Q3 What kind of perception data can be gathered to help evaluate your current school climate? #masspchat
  • poolesa Dec 12 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A3: In doing Level 1 for Marzano HRS, we did perception data from S's, parents, and staff. Do perception data with SI as well. #masspchat
  • PWtoddo Dec 12 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A3: just finished Bernhardt survey of kids, parents, & educators to drive initiatives this year & vision for next #masspchat
    In reply to @TammyJMASSP
  • kvancuren Dec 12 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A3 a survey tool through Jostens. PULSE I think. We are looking into buying it. #masspchat
    • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:31 PM EST
      Q3 What kind of perception data can be gathered to help evaluate your current school climate? #masspchat
  • nsulla Dec 12 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A3) Go w/ @DanielPink - his book Drive. Do Ss feel a sense of purpose? Opps and support for mastery? Autonomy? #masspchat
    In reply to @DanielPink
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:40 PM EST
    #masspchat A great book to guide a culture change process!
  • WaltKozlowski Dec 12 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A3: Stakeholders re: safety, comfort, resources, opportunities, COMMUNICATION, support, etc. #masspchat
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:42 PM EST
    Q4 What do you believe are the differences in how the culture of your building is viewed by adults verses students? #masspchat
  • _schools_ Dec 12 @ 8:44 PM EST
    #MichiganAssociationofSecondarySchoolPrincipals #MASSPchat 12/12 - Improving School Climate... Read Blog: https://t.co/RrkSuqVBfS
  • pfeiffersc Dec 12 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A4: Ss might feel bullying is a bigger problem because of under-reporting. Ss probably feel rules are too hard (dress code esp.) #masspchat
  • WaltKozlowski Dec 12 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A4: Recently discovered differences regarding perceptions of how students treat each other. #masspchat
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:51 PM EST
    Last Question on the way #masspchat
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:52 PM EST
    Q5 Name a program or initiative that you currently use that you belief contributes to a positive school climate.#masspchat
  • poolesa Dec 12 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A4: I believe the S's know the culture of the building better than T's since they live it. We need them to tell us how to improve #masspchat
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A5 Jostens Renaissance program. This program is a game Changer! @Jostens @J_Renaissance #masspchat
    In reply to @Jostens, @J_Renaissance
  • nsulla Dec 12 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A5) The Learner-Active Classroom represents #StudentsTakingCharge - positive climate; strong achievement #masspchat https://t.co/aKy5Gp4DB6
  • kvancuren Dec 12 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A5 we use Jostens Renaissance. Great program. Been around for 25 +yrs. Lots of resources and support #masspchat
    • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:52 PM EST
      Q5 Name a program or initiative that you currently use that you belief contributes to a positive school climate.#masspchat
  • TammyJMASSP Dec 12 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Thank you for participating tonight! Stay warm and safe! #masspchat
  • poolesa Dec 12 @ 8:59 PM EST
    A5: No set program or initiative. Just be supportive of all students and help them to be successful. #masspchat