#ctedu Archive
#ctedu is a great way for Connecticut educators to share teaching strategies, educational resources, and more.
Tuesday October 25, 2016
8:00 PM EDT
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Welcome to ! Let us know who you are and your role in education.
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Hello everyone, Sean Hutchinson fourth grade teacher from Stamford
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I'm Alexa, a HS Tech Integrator in New Canaan. Hi !
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I am excited about this evening chat
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Hello! Melissa -- 3rd grade teacher -- Stamford!
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Hello everyone, Rob an Assistant Principal (CISD) from Norwalk. Excited for the conversation.
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Hey Alexa good to see you! How is the new job?
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Hi Alexa! Welcome to the chat! How are you?
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Aloha . Jimmy from Stamford. 6th grade SS teacher.
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Keri here. I'm a Lead Teacher in Newtown
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Hi everyone! Kathy grade 3 from east Granby!
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Hey Jimmy!! Happy Tuesday!!
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Hi! Sorry I've been MIA. My 092 is kicking my rear. !
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Love the title Keri. How's your year going so far?
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Hi Keri! Welcome to ! How's your week so far?
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Hi ! We are a tech startup based in New Zealand! It is good to be back!
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HI KATHY!!! It's been TOO long!!
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Hi, all! Maura - grade 6 sped ELA and math! Ace of all trades! New Fairfield Middle School
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hey! Good to see you yesterday.
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You like to do school work and write papers - huh?
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Hi everyone, Christie! ELA and SS 6th! Sorry I am late
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Hi Keri! Thanks for joining us this evening. How are you doing?
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Hi Maura!! Welcome!! How are you?!
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Ha. Not quite, but it sure seems that way, right? This is the LAST ONE
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great man. Really happy with my new position and some positive momentum with . You?
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Hi Christie! Better late than never and you aren't really late! :)
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Q1: Why is trust in the classroom important?
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Good to see you too!! It was an exhiirating event!
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Awesome, but crazy! You??
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The chat misses you!! :) How's your year?
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Participating in the program with --Very exciting work.
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A1: Students need to know they are in a safe space. You can't learn if you're concerned about your surrounding. !
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it's going! Work in progress. How is yours?
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A1: Trust in the classroom = learning in the classroom -- wo it students won't learn/grow
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That doesn't sound so convincing - it must be the twitter accent
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A1: Also, for many Ss, their T may be the only positive role model in their life. Being able to trust them is crucial
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Totally agree - every day is a new adventure!
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Having parent conferences this week. Somehow half days seem linger than full days!
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A1: Trust builds security for the students; fosters growth!
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Without trust Ss won't take risks π₯
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Oh wow! Already!? Totally agree to that though!
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A1: Trust is foundation of all positive relationships in the classroom. Ss must trust T, T must trust Ss, Ss must trust each other
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A1: Trust is the bedrock of a successful classroom but is assumed that it happens automatically which it does not
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A1: Relationships built on trust with our students will create spaces for them to feel safe to take risks.
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now that's a great way to look at it. That will be my new motto!
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I can't imagine if my students didn't feel safe...would they grow?!
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I've heard this talk is awesome. Thanks for sharing!
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A1: If we want Ss to reach for their dreams, we need to allow them to feel we believe in them...trust enhances this experience.
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This year is very busy but I am excited to be trying new things
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TOTALLY agree!!! Doesn't happen automatically...
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A1: Even the youngest students see through an adult they can't trust. No trust=no relationship.
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A1. Without trust, Ss won't take intellectual risks in the classroom.
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A1: The great thing about middle school kids is you have to earn their trust and respect. It's a great challenge.
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great point! It takes work on both ends Ss and Ts
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Q2: What does trust in the classroom mean to you? Your students?
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Hey everyone! Dan here. Instructional Coach at Derby Middle School.
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Everyone says trust = student success. Can students be successful without trust?
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A1: Truth and transparency...show your mistakes and your Ss learn a valuable lesson. It's all ok because the others have your back.
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I can imagine it would be - but must be So cool to earn it! That's a lot more un-trust baggage than a 1st grader!
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Hi Dan!! Welcome! Happy Tuesday!
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A2: Trust means fostering a shared culture of risk-taking and a desire to succeed, both for Ts and Ss
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Thanks for joining us this evening how are you doing? Please join the convo
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My Kids LOVE to call me out on my mistakes...I make them all the time - lol
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you really do. School has "failed" many Ss, so I love the challenge to create a positive experience and space for them.
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A2: Trust means you are confident enough to be your true self with your students. Students know when you have integrity.
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A2: Ss need to know that their T is a person who is sharing this learning experience with them. They can spot "fake" a mile away!
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I totally agree it has -- which makes me so sad...but those who get to experience that positive environment are lucky
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A2: Trust is allowing Ss to be stakeholders in our classrooms. Allowing their voices to be heard and respected.
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A2b: It's kind of scary but you have to model trust by giving it to your students first before the will give it to you.
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Q2a: Can students learn without trust?
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A2: Trust in my room...Ss feel they can be their true selves. No judgment. Be who you are and be proud.
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A2: To me, trust means (as a S), being able to approach the T no matter the situation and knowing they have your back + care 4 u
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A2: Trust means taking risks, failing, learning, sharing, and growing together Ts & Ss Ss want honesty
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A2. Trust=building positive relationships where Ss are willing to share without fear of failure. Ts have to invest in relationships.
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A2: it means students are emotional taken care of in your class. You know their internal temperature, they share & you share,
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This can be scary but so rewarding. https://t.co/RCGDJAl0wf
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A2: Trust is allowing Ss to be stakeholders in our classrooms. Allowing their voices to be heard and respected.
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Sharing is vital to fostering the trust https://t.co/xon7lxt7nZ
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A2: it means students are emotional taken care of in your class. You know their internal temperature, they share & you share,
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A2: Trust in my room...Ss asking what day they can stay after school for extra help. I have their back, too. We're a team.
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"Fear of Failure" - SO many are scared of this -- scared to do things wrong get things wrong -- makes me sad
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absolutely. It's very difficult for many teachers to give up some control. It pays dividends when done systematically.
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Q3: What activities have you used to create a community of trust?
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so how would you plan a PD around this release of control?
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A2: Morning Meeting w Share, modeling how to make mistakes, taking time to leran about each other
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A3: Shared discussion. Ask Ss for feedback and input. Allow their voices to be heard. Share in the risk-taking
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Do you actually wrap (rap)?
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A3 Everyday all day- take time to get to know your kids. Play sports with them, sing, talk, do whatever you need to get to know them.
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A3: My Ss created class constitution to express respect for themselves, others, importance of learning, etc...again, we are a TEAM!
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I work in a building I use morning meetings and guided meditation to build trust and internal peace .
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I think trust is built every day. All day long
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A3: At the beginning of the year "open, narrow, close" norms with Ss; make "mistakes" & discuss to problem solve together
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A3: Asking students to help design classroom space (thx ), choose seats, ask their opinions & feedback on lesson
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I would LOVE guided meditation! Come to our school!
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So fun! I sing when I get frustrated so that I laugh...or when I need to get a point across - lol
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Yes! https://t.co/2aMolyJTYn
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A3 Everyday all day- take time to get to know your kids. Play sports with them, sing, talk, do whatever you need to get to know them.
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Important to add: trust can easily be lost. Ss must know that you are there consistently. Communication is key!
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TOTALLY agree!!! Needs to be worked on each day, so it doesnt' get broken
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I purchased a Tibetan singing bowl and we meditate every day and share our thoughts
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Wait...you do guided meditation with your kids? No wonder you are so calm...
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I also find that read alouds connect us so much
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Dude...that is amazing...I need to come to one of those meetings
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A3: When Ss begin to say, "Hey, girl, hey." when they see you. Disrespect or TRUST? lol
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It's a lot harder to gain it back the second time. Very important.
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Yes I have invited guest meditators to join. It is powerful
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Q4: What does a classroom that has a foundation of trust look and sound like?
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Oh my goodness -- YES! It's amazing how much they LOVE that! SO lucky to have D.E.A.R. time built in this year!
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A4. Ts supporting Ss, Ss supporting Ss. Positive talk, engaging conversations.
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Q4: My answer for Q3 answered this...plus seeing my Ss helping each other complete math HW after school. It's good for the soul.
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Mutual respect for all and not being afraid to be yourself, speak your mind, celebrate but support as well. https://t.co/jsWkHuz5ik
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Q4: What does a classroom that has a foundation of trust look and sound like?
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A4: Students working, taking risks, trying new things, sharing their opinions, smiling
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read aloud is my@most important time of my day
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Myself. It is not no long about 1-2 minutes of deep breathing. They request it everyday
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Totally agree!! We just finished Quinny & Hopper -- my kids are obsessed!
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I even organized a flash mob one time back in the day!
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A4: Sounds like a buzz, students engaged, teachers guiding, looks like lots of moving around in a controlled way
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Kids and teachers who are willing to be vulnerable. Learners taking risks ... That's when innovation thrives! https://t.co/tL4LdYNABV
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Q4: What does a classroom that has a foundation of trust look and sound like?
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we love mindfulness! I have several apps that help. So good for the Ss
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A4: Ss can share their thoughts freely, T can give more freedom, no bullying + hierarchies.Reminds me of meditation!
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A4: I see Ts & Ss sharing ideas, collaboration, problem solving, moving with fear; I hear a buzz of ideas
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Freedom is key. https://t.co/7fWkcduneF
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A4: Ss can share their thoughts freely, T can give more freedom, no bullying + hierarchies.Reminds me of meditation!
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It is a little more of challenge to build trust in a math class because an answer is either right or wrong. Wrong =failure
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What do you want to chat about next week!?
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A4: I see Ts & Ss sharing ideas, problem solving, helping, guiding, movement w/o fear; I hear a buzz of discussion
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But I think trust in math is having the ability to TRY without worrying about wrong or right
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Or wrong could be a learning opportunity, a chance to explain your thinking. https://t.co/uQsw0sbyRi
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It is a little more of challenge to build trust in a math class because an answer is either right or wrong. Wrong =failure
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Thanks for joining us tonight and making this a GREAT chat! Join us next week
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Don't forget to follow new educators tonight! Your voice matters! (Ss too!)
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is talking about math and risk-taking right now using
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Awesome- look forward to the discussion.
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Thanks for the chat! See ya next time!
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Thanks Rob! Melissa is a great partner
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A4: The class has different learning stations with multiple sounds talk to some
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Gonna do some thinking about this...
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A1: If there is no trust then the nor are willing to take
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Totally agree, but it is hard to over come a test driven culture where the right answer is connected to self worth-value
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ways to build trust. I'd connect with parents to learn more about their child, too.
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No problem! It is a total team effort with the crew.
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