#leadlap Archive

Our chat will focus on the idea that we can lead and make positive change from any position in our school systems. Leadership is not about a title, it is a way of thinking and acting.
Saturday October 28, 2017
10:30 AM EDT
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:30 AM EDT
    Welcome to #LeadLAP! This morning we're talking LITERACY and LEADERSHIP! Please introduce yourself with your name, title, and favorite food!
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 28 @ 10:30 AM EDT
    #LeadLAP is ready to start! Jump in!
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:31 AM EDT
    Hey, hey! Thank you so much @RossCoops31 for being our special guest host today! #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:30 AM EDT
      Welcome to #LeadLAP! This morning we're talking LITERACY and LEADERSHIP! Please introduce yourself with your name, title, and favorite food!
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 10:31 AM EDT
    Brent, JH Teacher and favourite food...Tuna Casserole lol Looking forward to chatting and learning #LeadLAP
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:31 AM EDT
    Good morning! I'm Amy, Director of Professional Growth in San Diego. #LeadLAP
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:31 AM EDT
    Kristina, AP in Alberta, Canada. I don't know if I could pick one fav food! Pizza in Italy! #leadlap
    In reply to @RossCoops31
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:31 AM EDT
    Welcome, Brent! Tuna casserole...hmmm! #LEADlap
    In reply to @mrbgilson
  • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 10:31 AM EDT
    Steven, elementary principal in Maryland. Excited to finally jump into #LeadLAP chat for the first time today! Favorite food is ice cream!
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:31 AM EDT
    Good morning, my friend! Great to have you here! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @AmyLIllingworth
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    Ross Cooper, K-12 curriculum supervisor in PA, and I LOVE dry-aged steak! #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    Good morning, Kathy! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @APKRentz, @RossCoops31
  • LSR_DrMom Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    Lavetta High Schoo Assistant Principal in New Jersey and my favorite food is pizza! #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:30 AM EDT
      Welcome to #LeadLAP! This morning we're talking LITERACY and LEADERSHIP! Please introduce yourself with your name, title, and favorite food!
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    Good morning #LeadLAP and @RossCoops31 - I'm Jay from NJ, an elem. principal and I have a food problem. I don't have a favorite.
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    YES! Ice cream is really a 24/7 kinda food! Welcome! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @s_lamkin
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    Favorite food? So hard to decide, but pizza is near the top! #LeadLAP
  • mwallaceut Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    Michele here from North Alabama. Elem school princip #LEADlap
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    Hi #leadlap! Rita from Wisconsin.
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    Brent, thanks for joining? Tuna casserole? #LeadLAP
    In reply to @mrbgilson
  • 5StarStudents Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    Good morning #LeadLAP. Toshila, JH AP, joining in from Texas.
  • abney45 Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    Robert, principal of Los Lunas (NM) HS here - good morning! #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    Good morning, Lavetta! Great to see you! #LEADlap
    In reply to @LSR_DrMom
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    Happy to be here! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @BethHouf
  • rokstar19 Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    Good Morning everyone! #leadlap
  • aaron_hogan Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    Do you know the myths that eat at teacher self confidence? Join the #TeacherMyth chat to SHATTER those myths! #leadupchat #LeadLAP #tlap
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    Amy, thanks for being here. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @AmyLIllingworth
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
    Welcome, Jay!! #LEADlap
    In reply to @JayBilly2, @RossCoops31
  • Principal_PPE Oct 28 @ 10:33 AM EDT
    Tonya, elementary principal from LA. Fave food is steak! 😋 #leadlap
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 10:33 AM EDT
    Hey #LeadLAP chat! Waking up to COLD air but coming off a HOT Astros win makes for a perfect weekend start ☠️❤️☠️
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 10:33 AM EDT
    Meredith joining from SW Florida - jumping in to #LeadLAP . We are supposed to get 5 inches of rain today as a tropical storm moves through!
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:33 AM EDT
    Welcome, Michele! So glad to have you here! #LEADlap
    In reply to @mwallaceut
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:33 AM EDT
    I think the pizza in NYC is better than the pizza in Italy. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @APKRentz
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 28 @ 10:33 AM EDT
    Good morning #leadlap crew!
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:33 AM EDT
    So glad you could make it, Rita! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @ritaplatt
  • rokstar19 Oct 28 @ 10:33 AM EDT
    Ricardo from WA can't wait to learn with my fellow pirates! #leadlap
  • coacheagan Oct 28 @ 10:33 AM EDT
    Good morning #leadlap crew, Jonathan from Northern Cali
  • LSR_DrMom Oct 28 @ 10:33 AM EDT
    *School 😁#LeadLAP
    • LSR_DrMom Oct 28 @ 10:32 AM EDT
      Lavetta High Schoo Assistant Principal in New Jersey and my favorite food is pizza! #LeadLAP
      • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:30 AM EDT
        Welcome to #LeadLAP! This morning we're talking LITERACY and LEADERSHIP! Please introduce yourself with your name, title, and favorite food!
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:33 AM EDT
    Good morning, Toshila! So great to see you! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @5StarStudents
  • CriswellMrs Oct 28 @ 10:33 AM EDT
    #leadLAP
    In reply to @RossCoops31
  • JessiStephensVP Oct 28 @ 10:33 AM EDT
    Morning everyone. I’m Jess, a High school vp from MA : ) #leadlap
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:33 AM EDT
    Steve, thanks for being here. Does ice cream even qualify as a food? #LeadLAP
    In reply to @s_lamkin
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:34 AM EDT
    Question 1 is coming up in 2 minutes! #LeadLAP
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:34 AM EDT
    Well I've never been to NYC, so I'll have to take your word for it!! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @RossCoops31
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:34 AM EDT
    Robert! Great to see you my friend! #LEADlap
    In reply to @abney45
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:34 AM EDT
    And they are both better than pizza in CA! #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:33 AM EDT
      I think the pizza in NYC is better than the pizza in Italy. #LeadLAP
      In reply to @APKRentz
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:34 AM EDT
    Rico! Welcome back to #LeadLAP
    In reply to @rokstar19
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:34 AM EDT
    Thanks, Lavetta! There are some great pizza places in Jersey! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @LSR_DrMom
  • steph1jackson Oct 28 @ 10:34 AM EDT
    Stephanie, here from chilly Sedalia. ❤️all food but have a weakness for sweets! #LEADlap
  • DuffysClassroom Oct 28 @ 10:34 AM EDT
    Good morning, all! Nick, elementary principal in Iowa #leadlap
  • The_Groffice Oct 28 @ 10:34 AM EDT
    Happy Saturday #leadlap crew! Melissa from Pensacola FL!
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:34 AM EDT
    Tonya! Yes, steak for the WIN! It's my fav too! #LEADlap
    In reply to @Principal_PPE
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:34 AM EDT
    Jay, hope all is well! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @JayBilly2
  • Joe_toomey1984 Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Good morning everyone, Joe from Alabama #leadlap
  • chadw675 Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Chad from NY. Good morning. #LeadLAP
  • rokstar19 Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Best place to be at 730 PST! #leadlap
    In reply to @BethHouf
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Yeah, not much good pizza in California…aside from a few places in San Fran! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @AmyLIllingworth
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Brandy!! So glad you could join us! If my Cards can't play, I'm cheering for your Astros! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @ReaderLeaderBSA
  • MrSteinhauser Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Edward from Long Beach, CA ready to set sail! #LEADlap
  • LiaGyore Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Hello, #LeadLAP and #satchatwc! Testing my Twitter skills this morning. Lia, kinder teacher from So Cal checking in!
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Good morning, Meredith! So great to have you here! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @mjjohnson1216
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    I'm originally from NJ and I miss the good stuff! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @RossCoops31
  • JWGilson Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Good Morning! Elementary VP and learning support teacher from Alberta Canada. #LeadLAP #ilovebacon
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Michele, thanks for joining! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @mwallaceut
  • HarveyAlvy1 Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Harvey in Cheney, WA. Favorit food: Hot dog w mustard & sauerkraut, preferably from Nathan's in Coney Island (I can dream, right?) #LEADlap
  • CayabyabAlana Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Good morning! 😊☀️Alana here, Assistant Principal @ a MS in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Fav Saturday food is chia seed/banana pancakes 🥞 ! #leadLAP
  • ststoney16 Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Good morning! This is Stephanie #LeadLAP
  • bmilla84 Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Brandi- 1st Grade Teacher @CaldwellElemen in Florida!! I consider myself a grilled cheese connoisseur!! ❤️#leadlap
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Good morning my ShowMeState friend! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura
  • MrWawczak Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Good morning everyone. John, Principal from suburban Chicago #leadlap
  • JanaCParker Oct 28 @ 10:35 AM EDT
    Good Morning! Jana from MO, Elem principal. Excited to be able to participate while sitting on the couch for once #leadlap
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
    Q1: What does literacy instruction look like in your classroom or building or district? #LeadLAP
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
    Rita, thanks for joining! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @ritaplatt
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
    Good morning, Jonathan! Great to have you here! #LEADlap
    In reply to @coacheagan
  • cathylw2 Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
    #LeadLAP Hi! Cathy from Alberta. Specialist, gifted. Food...all food.
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
    Morning! Tami here. International T in Mexico. #leadlap
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
    YES! YES it does!! #LEADlap
    In reply to @RossCoops31, @s_lamkin
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
    Q1: Retweeted #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
      Q1: What does literacy instruction look like in your classroom or building or district? #LeadLAP
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
    A1: I currently work in a secondary school district & literacy instruction has not been a focus... but it needs to be! #LeadLAP
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
    Aaron, if you’re going to spam a chat I’m moderating, you have to join in… #LeadLAP
    In reply to @aaron_hogan, @heffrey, @burgessdave, @tamaraletter, @TaraMartinEDU, @meredithakers, @NowakRo, @Rdene915, @ElemCoach, @DidacticChad
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 10:37 AM EDT
    A1: Choice Reading, no levels but educated choices, mini lessons to address struggles. Time One on one. Talk Talk Talk about books #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:37 AM EDT
    Great to see you, Stephanie! The cold switch was definitely turned on in MO today! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @steph1jackson
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:37 AM EDT
    Hah, that kinda works. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @ststoney16
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:37 AM EDT
    Great to have you here! #LEADlap
    In reply to @DuffysClassroom
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 10:37 AM EDT
    A1. So many decades trying this or that aspect of literacy instruction. Key is BOOKS in the hands of children - READING! #LeadLAP
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:37 AM EDT
    A1a: In my previous district @burgess_shelley & I spent a lot of time working on literacy instruction w/ principals & Ts #LeadLAP
  • bbray27 Oct 28 @ 10:37 AM EDT
    Good morning #Leadlap This is Barbara. I am up early near Tahoe with my family so will jump in when I can.
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:37 AM EDT
    Tonya, thanks for joining. What kind of steak. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @Principal_PPE
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 28 @ 10:37 AM EDT
    Good frost morning, ShowMeState friend! Burrrr.... #LeadLAP
    In reply to @BethHouf
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:37 AM EDT
    A1: Most of our PL is dedicated to Literacy this year. Readers/Writers workshop. RTI. Running Records #leadlap
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
      Q1: What does literacy instruction look like in your classroom or building or district? #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:37 AM EDT
    Q1 is up! #LEADlap
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
      Q1: What does literacy instruction look like in your classroom or building or district? #LeadLAP
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:37 AM EDT
    Yes! Books that students get to choose, not books chosen by a level assigned to a student. #LeadLAP
    • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 10:37 AM EDT
      A1. So many decades trying this or that aspect of literacy instruction. Key is BOOKS in the hands of children - READING! #LeadLAP
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 10:38 AM EDT
    A1: We use the workshop model in our classes but it is varied with all of the other tools and skills my Ts have - OG, Wilson, etc #LeadLAP
  • abney45 Oct 28 @ 10:38 AM EDT
    Will someone please RT Q1? #LeadLAP
  • whiteeducator Oct 28 @ 10:38 AM EDT
    Morning from NYC! #leadlap
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 10:38 AM EDT
    A1: We closed the achievement gap in my school. Here's how? #leadlap https://t.co/h9OLA4sHD2
  • CriswellMrs Oct 28 @ 10:38 AM EDT
    A1- teaching American lit. following timeline. Lots of history & classic lit. tied to current events to make “fresh” hopefully. #LeadLAP
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:38 AM EDT
    A1: Trying to make sure its integrated when possible but also explicitly taught. #LeadLAP
  • KarmenLogan Oct 28 @ 10:38 AM EDT
    Karmen, principal from Waco, Tx joining. I enjoy trying different foods. FAV is Mexican food #LeadLAP
  • JWGilson Oct 28 @ 10:38 AM EDT
    A1: trying to change the conversation from levels to skills. Also, less assessing and more picking up a book and reading! #LeadLAP
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 10:38 AM EDT
    YES!!! #LeadLAP
    • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 10:37 AM EDT
      A1. So many decades trying this or that aspect of literacy instruction. Key is BOOKS in the hands of children - READING! #LeadLAP
  • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 10:39 AM EDT
    A1: Balance is key; systematic skill instruction along with quality literature and choice. Fostering a LOVE of reading is focus! #LeadLAP
  • rokstar19 Oct 28 @ 10:39 AM EDT
    A1 Literacy seems to take a backseat in my district. It is always Math and now Science with the nextgen standards #leadlap
  • LiaGyore Oct 28 @ 10:39 AM EDT
    A1: That is the Q of the yr & we move to hone our focus on literacy inst. In my K building, it looks like Balance Literacy ala F&P. #LeadLAP
  • coacheagan Oct 28 @ 10:39 AM EDT
    A1: we have implemented the Readers and Writers workshop model and love seeing teachers conferring with students #leadlap
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 10:39 AM EDT
    A1. Literacy that has books in the hands of Ss makes sure to give away books everyday - all day! #LeadLAP
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 10:39 AM EDT
    A1) & then I confer w/Ss or work in small groups while the others r reading independently or w/a partner. #leadlap
  • Principal_PPE Oct 28 @ 10:39 AM EDT
    A1: We are currently using guidebooks in 3-5 & Pearson in K-2. Lots of room to grow... #LEADlap
  • MrSteinhauser Oct 28 @ 10:39 AM EDT
    A1: we're working on increasing literacy focus across ALL disciplines not just ELA. It's about teaching literacy through content #leadlap
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 10:39 AM EDT
    This. #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:39 AM EDT
    A1: Literacy isn't just for the ELA classroom in our school. We work to infuse into all setting! #LEADlap
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:39 AM EDT
    Barb! Hope all is well. Literally smack dab in the middle of Making Learning Personal. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @bbray27
  • JWGilson Oct 28 @ 10:39 AM EDT
    YES! A million times YES! :) #LeadLAP
    • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 10:37 AM EDT
      A1. So many decades trying this or that aspect of literacy instruction. Key is BOOKS in the hands of children - READING! #LeadLAP
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:39 AM EDT
    We've started discussing content literacy w/ secondary Ts- how to read like a Scientist & how that's diff from rdg like Math. #LeadLAP
  • rokstar19 Oct 28 @ 10:39 AM EDT
    A1b in my class I focus on comp and close reading. I also try my best to find books for my reluctant readers! #leadlap
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:40 AM EDT
    A1: Using literacy specialist in our division. @Hookmoore3 @yoteach123 @jvaillancourt55 @PamDavEd #rvslit #LeadLAP
  • ststoney16 Oct 28 @ 10:40 AM EDT
    A1 We use Readers Wkshp model heavy focus on ind reading #LeadLAP
    In reply to @RossCoops31
  • Principal_H Oct 28 @ 10:40 AM EDT
    Chris , Dir of Tech from NJ - I’m gonna go with “stuffed cabbage” #LeadLAP
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 10:40 AM EDT
    Thank you. YES! Even as a T to young Ss, I agree that they are learning to be readers &writers for a BIGGER reason. #leadlap
    In reply to @MrSteinhauser
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 10:40 AM EDT
    A1. Makes my head spin to think of all of the programs and initiatives about literacy I went through in 40 yrs. Key is reading #LeadLAP
  • JessiStephensVP Oct 28 @ 10:40 AM EDT
    A1: Lots of workshop model - with ELA being a major focus overall right now. #leadlap
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:40 AM EDT
    We are working on that too- it's so important we make those connections w/ students. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @MrSteinhauser
  • JerseyTeacher Oct 28 @ 10:40 AM EDT
    A1: Literacy is about engagement. First it's important to build readers! #LeadLAP
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:40 AM EDT
    So true! If we could have 1000 books in every classroom library it would be amazing! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @mjjohnson1216
  • EdLog411 Oct 28 @ 10:40 AM EDT
    Good morning #LeadLAP. Vicki, VP from BC joining in today
  • chadw675 Oct 28 @ 10:41 AM EDT
    Where is Q1? #LeadLAP
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 10:41 AM EDT
    A1: We created "binge readers" https://t.co/xAi9VM6gv9 #LeadLAP
  • LSR_DrMom Oct 28 @ 10:41 AM EDT
    A2: Ss begin by learning to read but when they get to HS, they are reading to learn. In HS Ss read material on 📚 💻 📱in all classes. #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
      Q1: What does literacy instruction look like in your classroom or building or district? #LeadLAP
  • LaneWalker2 Oct 28 @ 10:41 AM EDT
    a1 I'm teaching inquiry Algebra 1. My Ss had to be trained to read the text several times and really think before solving problems #leadlap
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:41 AM EDT
    @yoteach123 You should join #LeadLAP chat this morning! You'd have lots to offer!
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:41 AM EDT
    Q1..in case you missed it from @RossCoops31 Q1: What does literacy instruction look like in your classroom or building or district? #LeadLAP
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:41 AM EDT
    What does literacy look like in your school/ district? #LeadLAP
    In reply to @chadw675
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 28 @ 10:41 AM EDT
    A1: Lit inst is a work in progress for us. There's lots of testing, concern 4 reading levels, & Title 1 Reading, but we need more. #LeadLAP
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 10:42 AM EDT
    A1. Here is the gentleman that guided my literacy leadership for 3 decades. Books in the hands of students! #LeadLAP
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:42 AM EDT
    Yes! And in the end, it’s all about the basics. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @mjjohnson1216
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 10:42 AM EDT
    A1: We really try to put books in kids hands year round and focus everything on literacy #LeadLAP https://t.co/YHLy84MjtO
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:42 AM EDT
    Question 2 is coming up in 2 minutes! #LeadLAP
  • btalonia Oct 28 @ 10:42 AM EDT
    Belinda from Utah ready to Learn & Grow! Couldn’t resist jumping in this morning in full pirate fashion! #LeadLAP
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 10:42 AM EDT
    A1: We focused the entire community on literacy through social media. https://t.co/EIfxrx99bD #LeadLAP
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 10:42 AM EDT
    A1: As literacy leader on campus I'm trying to bring it to life by bringing @ProjectLIT_HOU in, connecting content to their lives #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:42 AM EDT
    Vicki! Great to have you here! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @EdLog411
  • whiteeducator Oct 28 @ 10:42 AM EDT
    A1: All Ss receive a period of LLI or guided reading daily. The books for guided reading are chosen based on interest & lexile! #leadlap
  • bbray27 Oct 28 @ 10:42 AM EDT
    A1: I love sharing how teachers promote a love of reading. Put books in the hands of kids and give them space and time to read. #leadlap
  • abney45 Oct 28 @ 10:42 AM EDT
    A1: This is a work in progress for us. Literacy typically isn’t a priority for HS. Still should be. #LeadLAP
  • NowakRo Oct 28 @ 10:42 AM EDT
    A1 Literacy @ HS level is about building a love of reading, about diverse books, about finding a voice, working at different levels #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
      Q1: What does literacy instruction look like in your classroom or building or district? #LeadLAP
  • valerietilton Oct 28 @ 10:42 AM EDT
    Morning #leadlap! Valerie joining from FL! Beautiful day!
  • JWGilson Oct 28 @ 10:42 AM EDT
    What role does the literacy specialist have? in classrooms? coaching EA's or teachers? Assessments? I'm curious. #LeadLAP
  • aakifer Oct 28 @ 10:42 AM EDT
    A1: guided literacy model with lots of 1-1 and small group work! Reading/Writers workshops with pull out support when needed #LEADlap
  • teachjanderson Oct 28 @ 10:43 AM EDT
    A1: Ours (K-5) is kind of a hodge podge at the moment. Be great to see a more unified/strategic course. #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:43 AM EDT
    A1: We have a global read aloud we are doing in our advisory time to emphasis our goal of empathy. It has been amazing! #LEADlap
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 10:43 AM EDT
    A1: we connect readers with authors often! #leadlap https://t.co/6Jv7wbdLoV
  • coacheagan Oct 28 @ 10:43 AM EDT
    Thanks!! Wasn't seeing any RT or quotes of Q1 👍 #leadlap
    In reply to @BethHouf, @RossCoops31
  • NowakRo Oct 28 @ 10:43 AM EDT
    Roman from Ontario, Canada. HS Teacher/Student Success Leader/Agent of Transformation. Jumping in a bit late. #LeadLAP
  • steph1jackson Oct 28 @ 10:43 AM EDT
    Close reads w/ rich literacy. Lots of independent rdg w/ conferencing and strategy work #LEADlap
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:43 AM EDT
    Never too late to jump in! Just always add the #LeadLAP to your tweets!! @BethHouf & @RossCoops31
    In reply to @yoteach123, @BethHouf, @RossCoops31
  • cathylw2 Oct 28 @ 10:43 AM EDT
    #leadLAP @chadw675 :-)
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
      Q1: What does literacy instruction look like in your classroom or building or district? #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:43 AM EDT
    Welcome, Roman! So glad to have you here! #LEADlap
    In reply to @NowakRo
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:43 AM EDT
    In middle/high school, we often assume all students already know how to read… #LeadLAP
    In reply to @abney45
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
    Finding this as I transition to MS as well. Sometimes the struggle is real. Reversing years of "reading rules" #LeadLAP
    • NowakRo Oct 28 @ 10:42 AM EDT
      A1 Literacy @ HS level is about building a love of reading, about diverse books, about finding a voice, working at different levels #LeadLAP
      • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
        Q1: What does literacy instruction look like in your classroom or building or district? #LeadLAP
  • abney45 Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
    We’re spending lots of time in our Algebra intervention on supporting Ss in understanding how to solve the problem they’ve read. #LeadLAP
    • LaneWalker2 Oct 28 @ 10:41 AM EDT
      a1 I'm teaching inquiry Algebra 1. My Ss had to be trained to read the text several times and really think before solving problems #leadlap
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
    Q2: When designing a literacy program, what should be our top priorities? #LeadLAP
  • bmilla84 Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
    A1: Literacy is a huge focus at our school! We have a 120 minute Language Arts block & a 60 minute reading intervention block! #LeadLAP
  • yoteach123 Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
    Good morning! I am Susan, joining from Calgary, Canada 🇨🇦 #LeadLAP
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
    A1: I'm also encouraging technology for engagement and then we're celebrating growth during #BringItToMeFriday #LeadLAP
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
    Scary assumption... especially as we ask them to read more complex texts independently. #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:43 AM EDT
      In middle/high school, we often assume all students already know how to read… #LeadLAP
      In reply to @abney45
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
    Question 2 is ready to go! #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
      Q2: When designing a literacy program, what should be our top priorities? #LeadLAP
  • cathylw2 Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
    #LeadLAP Glad you made it!
    • NowakRo Oct 28 @ 10:43 AM EDT
      Roman from Ontario, Canada. HS Teacher/Student Success Leader/Agent of Transformation. Jumping in a bit late. #LeadLAP
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
    A1: We made goal setting the heart of our independent reading program. https://t.co/FgYx6oWaNt @middleweb #LeadLAP
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
    Even some teachers in Gr 3-5 believe its the K-2 teachers who teach the kids to read & write! #leadlap
    In reply to @RossCoops31, @abney45
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
    RT Q2: #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
      Q2: When designing a literacy program, what should be our top priorities? #LeadLAP
  • The_Groffice Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
    Global read aloud! Anyone tried this in an elementary school? #LEADlap
    In reply to @BethHouf
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:45 AM EDT
    Q2: When designing a literacy program, what should be our top priorities? #LeadLAP @RossCoops31
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 10:45 AM EDT
    You can! Set a goal and dream a dream! Also, books in the home setting can make a HUGE difference. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @APKRentz
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:45 AM EDT
    A2: STUDENTS! Choice! Balance! Not just in ELA class/time. #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
      Q2: When designing a literacy program, what should be our top priorities? #LeadLAP
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 10:45 AM EDT
    A2: How is this going to develop life long readers? #LeadLAP
  • Principal_H Oct 28 @ 10:45 AM EDT
    A1 we have a BSIP teacher in school to help students who are identified as needing help- try to get help early! #LeadLAP
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 10:45 AM EDT
    Doing it now! Having fun with The Wild Robot! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @BethHouf, @RossCoops31
  • CriswellMrs Oct 28 @ 10:45 AM EDT
    A2- designing it with our readers’ needs & interests should be top. Love @BethHouf ‘s empathy-emphasis read! #LeadLAP
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:45 AM EDT
    A2: Fostering a love of reading. Don't take the fun out of it. #leadlap
    In reply to @RossCoops31
  • bbray27 Oct 28 @ 10:45 AM EDT
    A1: Just asked my 9 yo granddaughter about books. "Reading lets you use your imagination and go places you never knew you could go" #leadlap
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:45 AM EDT
    Yes. Keep the focus on students first, not programs. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @AmyLIllingworth
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 10:45 AM EDT
    Yes! I've encouraged teachers to Tweet authors they're reading in class and they're SO blown away when the authors write back! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @ritaplatt
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
    A1b: Would work better if the instruction could be more intentional where S needs are, & if Ss had moe freedom in choosing books. #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
    BAM! So true! #LeadLAP
    • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:45 AM EDT
      A2: Fostering a love of reading. Don't take the fun out of it. #leadlap
      In reply to @RossCoops31
  • rokstar19 Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
    A2 It needs to be high interest and there needs to be enough time allotted for it! #leadlap
  • EdLog411 Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
    A1. We have many approaches - Reading Recovery, Guided reading, Lit Circles, Daily 5, Team teaching using SIOP to support ELLs #LeadLAP
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
    They help with so many things. Anything we ask! Elbow to elbow, run workshops, school instruction, division instruction. #leadLAP
    In reply to @JWGilson
  • btalonia Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
    A1: Need to improve in providing literacy skills for all! It’s a basic skill that affects all content areas yet taught in only 1. #LeadLAP
  • The_Groffice Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
    A1: This is evolving in our school. We have a new media specialist focused on creating a true love for reading. Key first step. #leadlap
  • chadw675 Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
    A2: Students reading ALWAYS. books they can and want to read. Focused minimessons and a focus on what good readers do #LeadLAP
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
    A2. Quality books across a wide variety. #leadLAP
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
    A2: Equity and access. To learn to be a better reader adn writer time must be spend reading and writing. #LeadLAP
  • ststoney16 Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
    A2 Ss Reading ....applying strategies and making meaning #LeadLAP
  • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
    A2: Engaging kids! Quality & diverse texts. Research basis, especially in early foundational skills, is important too. #LeadLAP
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
    A2: Getting books in kids' hands. Holding them accountable. https://t.co/wCryqRlTIt #LeadLAP
  • NowakRo Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
    A2 Allowing for student choice, building voice, diversity & celebration, having fun, collective effort (school-wide) with kids @ ❤️ #LeadLAP
  • MrSteinhauser Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
    A2: Comprehension and engagement. We want to students to love to read and see value in how they can apply and make connections #LeadLAP
  • whiteeducator Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
    A2: One size doesn't fit all. Know students' levels & interests, & find instruction that works for them & helps them to 💚 reading! #leadlap
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:47 AM EDT
    We are continuing it all year with different texts. It is amazing how middle schoolers will respond! #leadlap
    In reply to @CriswellMrs
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:47 AM EDT
    And in order to teach reading & writing, teachers must BE readers writers (of their content & of the world)! #LeadLAP
    • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 10:46 AM EDT
      A2: Equity and access. To learn to be a better reader adn writer time must be spend reading and writing. #LeadLAP
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 10:47 AM EDT
    A2) Giving LOTs of reading time; S choice; focus on strategies, keeping it balanced; align reading&writing;individualized learning #leadlap
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 10:47 AM EDT
    Wow!!! 😍😍😍 60 min interventions! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @bmilla84
  • JWGilson Oct 28 @ 10:47 AM EDT
    A2: Access to books quality & quantity, is critical. Then focusing on thinking about the books and how it changes them as a reader #leadlap
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:47 AM EDT
    We have. Gr 1, Gr 4 this year have participated! Its awesome! #leadlap
    In reply to @The_Groffice, @BethHouf
  • IlichRTXEdu Oct 28 @ 10:47 AM EDT
    #LeadLAP I'm in a new bldg. Learning their ways & infusing mine. @RossCoops31 & I keep learning & infusing Best Practices. Pendulum swings.
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:47 AM EDT
    Sounds so simple. I wonder why this often isn’t the case… #LeadLAP
    In reply to @chadw675
  • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 10:47 AM EDT
    A2: Knowing Ss as individual readers and then moving them forward - in skill and passion for reading. #LeadLAP
  • CayabyabAlana Oct 28 @ 10:47 AM EDT
    A1: Built into our middle school schedule are two half hour enrichment periods- dedicated to reading 📖 free choice. #leadLAP
  • coacheagan Oct 28 @ 10:47 AM EDT
    A2: fostering the love of reading #leadlap
  • yoteach123 Oct 28 @ 10:47 AM EDT
    A top priority in a literacy program is responsive balanced lit instruction driven by formative assessment data #LeadLAP #rvslit
  • abney45 Oct 28 @ 10:48 AM EDT
    Yes we do. Wrong approach. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @RossCoops31
  • DuffysClassroom Oct 28 @ 10:48 AM EDT
    We're working on meaningful literacy planning, especially with close reads, quality small group instruction, student choice, etc #leadlap
  • JanaCParker Oct 28 @ 10:48 AM EDT
    A1: we do wksp model w a strong emphasis on ind reading, student choice and ensuring our books reflect our Ss #leadlap
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:48 AM EDT
    Can't it be just for the love of reading? Enjoyment reading? #LeadLAP
    In reply to @chadw675, @RossCoops31
  • LSR_DrMom Oct 28 @ 10:48 AM EDT
    A2: A balance between required reading & student choice. Choice will enhance desire to read. If they like it, they will read it. #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
      Q2: When designing a literacy program, what should be our top priorities? #LeadLAP
  • LiaGyore Oct 28 @ 10:48 AM EDT
    A2: Make sure Ts know how to teach reading. Don't take that for granted. Many T prep programs do not focus enough on it. #LeadLAP
  • ststoney16 Oct 28 @ 10:48 AM EDT
    A2Yes yes!!and develop the love for reading ❤️❤️❤️ #LeadLAP
  • HarveyAlvy1 Oct 28 @ 10:48 AM EDT
    Engendering a love 4 reading, building skills, teaching self-help strategies, building voc. stressing comprehension, and variety #LeadLAP
  • JerseyTeacher Oct 28 @ 10:48 AM EDT
    A2: Priority should be not to just make literate STs, but make readers and writers. It's one thing to know how and another to do it #LeadLAP
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:49 AM EDT
    You are so right. I've been shocked to learn how little some Ts, even in primary grades, know about teaching reading #LeadLAP
    In reply to @LiaGyore
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 10:49 AM EDT
    A2: I think we as Ts some times make it too complicated.Good fit books in student hands with Ts guiding as needed. Program complete #leadlap
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 10:49 AM EDT
    A2) Also, include time for Ss to reflect on their reading&writing;Let Ss set goals,work towards them & monitor when they meet them #leadlap
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:49 AM EDT
    SO SO SO true! The higher up in grades, the less Ts focus is on teaching reading. They need support too! #leadlap
    In reply to @LiaGyore
  • whiteeducator Oct 28 @ 10:49 AM EDT
    A2: #UDL. Give Ss choice of what to read, how to read (solo, partner, aloud, audio, etc.), & motivate Ss through their interests! #leadlap
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 10:49 AM EDT
    Yes, the best program is no program. #leadlap
  • yoteach123 Oct 28 @ 10:49 AM EDT
    A2: A top priority in a literacy program is responsive balanced lit instruction driven by formative assessment data #LeadLAP
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 28 @ 10:49 AM EDT
    A2: A good start is to let Ss try to read books they're interested in despite reading level. Tests aren't everything. To be cont. #LeadLAP
  • teachjanderson Oct 28 @ 10:49 AM EDT
    A2: Research based. Far too much approach is just inspirational. Kids need systematic and explicit learning. Esp early reading. #LeadLAP
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 10:49 AM EDT
    A2: Match the reader to his or her book. There's a book for everyone - match the INTEREST level more than the INDEPENDENT level #LeadLAP
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:50 AM EDT
    Question 3 is coming up in 2 minutes! #LeadLAP
  • btalonia Oct 28 @ 10:50 AM EDT
    A2: Rigorous, not over challenging; Relevant Topics, especially for Sec.; Reflective, helps us think. Best if infused then alone. #LeadLAP
  • bbray27 Oct 28 @ 10:50 AM EDT
    A2: Allow Ss to choose what they want to read. If Ts choose book for Ss, encourage discussions and make connections to their world. #leadlap
  • valerietilton Oct 28 @ 10:50 AM EDT
    A1: Working on plan right now for Celebrate Lit Week FL. It’s the 10 year anniv. Love bringing this to our HS. Wish it was all year!#leadlap
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:50 AM EDT
    Yes, the work of F&P is a big focus in my district at the elementary level! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @yoteach123
  • bmilla84 Oct 28 @ 10:50 AM EDT
    A2: A variety of literature is a must!!! Provide time for Ss to have free choice in what they read! Help foster a ❤️ of reading! #LeadLAP
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 10:50 AM EDT
    A2: I always loved this from @KyleneBeers #LeadLAP
  • aakifer Oct 28 @ 10:50 AM EDT
    A2- getting books in students' hands & fostering their love for reading at an early age #LeadLAP
  • aaron_hogan Oct 28 @ 10:50 AM EDT
    A2: When designing a literacy program, we must priovide resources to help teachers develop a love of reading in their students. #leadlap
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 10:50 AM EDT
    A2: Bring literacy to life. Next week we do our Book Character Parade and I'm running the show. Please think happy thoughts for me! #LeadLAP
  • HarveyAlvy1 Oct 28 @ 10:50 AM EDT
    Q2. Include reading that teaches values: tolerance, equality, gender equity, anti-bullying, nixes stereotypes, teach democracy #LEADlap
  • abney45 Oct 28 @ 10:51 AM EDT
    A2. I see this as: How can we approach this to best support the needs and the success of our students? #LeadLAP
  • CayabyabAlana Oct 28 @ 10:51 AM EDT
    A2: Top priority should be making rdg FUN🎉& creating a culture of reading as empowering. Ts can share what they're reading for fun. #leadLAP
  • KatieJMcNamara Oct 28 @ 10:51 AM EDT
    Yes! And some programs over teach to over teach. Need balance in learning and loving to read. #leadlap
    In reply to @LiaGyore
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:51 AM EDT
    OH YES!! This is super important too! Student choice is critical to fostering the love of reading! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @bbray27
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 28 @ 10:51 AM EDT
    A2b: My HS Ss are making audiobooks for elem to use as online library Ts can use with Ss at stations independently, at home, etc. #LeadLAP
  • EdLog411 Oct 28 @ 10:51 AM EDT
    A2: Meeting learners where they are (knowing their literacy strategies, comprehension, willingness to take risks...) #LeadLAP
  • rokstar19 Oct 28 @ 10:51 AM EDT
    if kids aren't interested, they aren't reading! #leadlap
    In reply to @CayabyabAlana
  • DuffysClassroom Oct 28 @ 10:51 AM EDT
    A2: know your learners. Text must be accessible to be engaging. Is the goal kids who test well or who genuinely love reading? #leadlap
  • rochellewentz Oct 28 @ 10:51 AM EDT
    A2 Access 2 Books. All kinds of genres. Multiple levels. Kids can’t read if they don’t have books in hand Also time 2 read & share #LeadLAP
  • LiaGyore Oct 28 @ 10:51 AM EDT
    A2b: Ts should be reading aloud every day. It gives struggling readers access to great literature and spurs the love of books. #LeadLAP
  • danvkoch Oct 28 @ 10:51 AM EDT
    A2: Understanding that there are multiple modalities to achieving our literacy goals for Ss. Not one program, book, or method. #leadlap
  • WMSofBCSD Oct 28 @ 10:51 AM EDT
    #teamBCSD & PLN: Don’t forget to join us today at 9am!! The Mighty Hornets will be moderating! #leadLAP @burgess_shelley @BethHouf
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:52 AM EDT
    Always love anything that @KyleneBeers has to share about any topic! #LeadLAP
  • teachjanderson Oct 28 @ 10:52 AM EDT
    A2: Fluency is often overlooked when it comes to creating strong readers. Vital reading: https://t.co/T6r6lWSDC0 #LeadLAP
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 10:52 AM EDT
    A2: I am in favor of levels. As tools. I won't argue about it. But, I will share my "whys". https://t.co/gqTq7diiup #leadlap
  • HeatherLieberm2 Oct 28 @ 10:52 AM EDT
    Heather, ELA K-5 Supervisor from NJ here! Sorry I’m late!! My favorite food is any kind of pasta! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @RossCoops31
  • aaron_hogan Oct 28 @ 10:52 AM EDT
    A2 Choice plays a huge role in Ss learning to enjoy their reading. “How can we provide choice” is a priority questions for me. #leadlap
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:52 AM EDT
    Q3: When leading changes in a school’s/district’s literacy program, what do we need to take into consideration? #LeadLAP
  • bbray27 Oct 28 @ 10:52 AM EDT
    Yes, this ---> Give Ss choice of what to read, how to read (solo, partner, aloud, audio), & motivate Ss through their interests! #leadlap
    • whiteeducator Oct 28 @ 10:49 AM EDT
      A2: #UDL. Give Ss choice of what to read, how to read (solo, partner, aloud, audio, etc.), & motivate Ss through their interests! #leadlap
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 10:52 AM EDT
    & ongoing PD in literacy. Lit teaching is tough, & I'd say especially for new Ts. #leadlap
  • chadw675 Oct 28 @ 10:52 AM EDT
    But the teaching of reading and writing needs structure #LEADlap
    In reply to @TamiJ123
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:53 AM EDT
    A3:St needs, & then bring Ts in from the beginning of a decision-making process. If we add to their plates, what are we taking off? #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:52 AM EDT
      Q3: When leading changes in a school’s/district’s literacy program, what do we need to take into consideration? #LeadLAP
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 10:53 AM EDT
    I agree it needs structure. #leadlap
    In reply to @chadw675
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:53 AM EDT
    A3: Time. Mutual understanding of the "WHY". Support. #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:52 AM EDT
      Q3: When leading changes in a school’s/district’s literacy program, what do we need to take into consideration? #LeadLAP
  • JessiStephensVP Oct 28 @ 10:53 AM EDT
    A2: Reading is critical but less laser light on teaching the concept of reading and more on teaching the love of reading is key. #leadlap
  • MrsSmoland Oct 28 @ 10:53 AM EDT
    Giving students choice in what they are reading, diverse genres & providing choice in the delivery (paper/online). #LeadLAP
  • LaneWalker2 Oct 28 @ 10:53 AM EDT
    a2 Balance: fiction for empathy & non-fiction for survival. #leadlap
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:53 AM EDT
    Q3: When leading changes in a school’s/district’s literacy program, what do we need to take into consideration? #LeadLAP @RossCoops31
  • HeatherLieberm2 Oct 28 @ 10:53 AM EDT
    A1 We follow a balanced literacy approach using workshop model. #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:36 AM EDT
      Q1: What does literacy instruction look like in your classroom or building or district? #LeadLAP
  • CriswellMrs Oct 28 @ 10:53 AM EDT
    A2- along w/American lit. sugg. titles I have independent, Ss-choice reading throughout. “Prescribed” with chosen is good blend. #LeadLAP
  • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 10:53 AM EDT
    A3: Consider KIDS first - how does the change support what's best for learners? Ts professional learning needs a priority also. #LeadLAP
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 28 @ 10:54 AM EDT
    HS Ss love revisiting their fav picture books. First 2 we did were Chicka Chicka Boom Boom and Where the Wild Things Are. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @s_lamkin
  • The_Groffice Oct 28 @ 10:54 AM EDT
    A2: Culture for learning has to be priority in a school or classroom. Books in hands in one room can look so diff from the next. #LeadLAP
  • ststoney16 Oct 28 @ 10:54 AM EDT
    A3 allowing students to react and respond to literature!! Disrupting Thinking #LeadLAP
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 10:54 AM EDT
    We use Lucy Calkins' workshop model. So, you could call that a program I suppose. However, it focuses on strategies. #leadlap
    In reply to @chadw675
  • steph1jackson Oct 28 @ 10:54 AM EDT
    A2 - lots of time for students to engage in literacy activities & time to read. Also helps to have motivation for every Kid #LEADlap
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:54 AM EDT
    A2: I think having great books for teachers to use in instruction is also important. #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:54 AM EDT
    Heather! So glad you could make it! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @HeatherLieberm2, @RossCoops31
  • KatieJMcNamara Oct 28 @ 10:54 AM EDT
    A2 Focus on just a few key strategies. Go school wide. Build in endurance #leadlap
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 10:54 AM EDT
    A3. Consider how many are on board with goal of literacy being #1 #LeadLAP
  • KarmenLogan Oct 28 @ 10:54 AM EDT
    A2: Teachers need to understand and be able to balance components of reading on student needs and instill a joy for books. #LeadLAP
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 10:54 AM EDT
    A2: We MUST have Ts read THEIR favorite books to show the outward expression of what loving a book look/sounds like #LeadLAP
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 10:54 AM EDT
    A3: We must look at research on best practices and also look at our school and district needs. Finally, where we want to end up #LeadLAP
  • ststoney16 Oct 28 @ 10:54 AM EDT
    A3 #LeadLAP
  • JWGilson Oct 28 @ 10:54 AM EDT
    A3: Get people on board who you know will champion change along side you. don't make it personal - it's about the kids. #LeadLAP
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 10:54 AM EDT
    A3- Ts already set mindset. Doing away with outdated practice can be difficult. Sometimes needs to be a bandaid moment #ripitquick #LeadLAP
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 10:55 AM EDT
    A3: This excellent article by reading guru Richard Allington guides what we do. #LeadLAP https://t.co/LYPbhwdexr
  • JerseyTeacher Oct 28 @ 10:55 AM EDT
    A3: We must consider students first. Each classroom and building will have different needs. One program may not address everyone. #LeadLAP
  • bbray27 Oct 28 @ 10:55 AM EDT
    A2: Encourage Ss to read every day. Read at school. Encourage reading at home instead of homework to foster a love of reading. #leadlap
  • HarveyAlvy1 Oct 28 @ 10:55 AM EDT
    Must want more than reading on/above level. The goal? To have S say at home, "Can I stay up a little later, I'm reading my book?" #LEADlap
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 10:55 AM EDT
    A2. Begin with leadership team and have them set the goals/create buy-in - then measure success over MANY years. #LeadLAP
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:55 AM EDT
    Yes! Building classroom/school libraries is a MUST! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @APKRentz
  • HeatherLieberm2 Oct 28 @ 10:55 AM EDT
    A2 Top priority is developing kids who are literate and can use what they know to get where they want to go in life. #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:44 AM EDT
      Q2: When designing a literacy program, what should be our top priorities? #LeadLAP
  • coacheagan Oct 28 @ 10:55 AM EDT
    A3) supporting teachers on implementing and involving parents so they can support at home #leadlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 28 @ 10:56 AM EDT
    A3: That those in charge feel what they are doing is best for kids, so we must presume positive intentions when we have convo. #LeadLAP
  • aaron_hogan Oct 28 @ 10:56 AM EDT
    A3 Want to make change? Get to know your people. Build on their strengths. Work toward a meaningful, shared vision. Start TODAY #leadlap
  • ststoney16 Oct 28 @ 10:56 AM EDT
    A3 providing opportunities for students to write in response to literature ...connect to the text #LeadLAP
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 10:56 AM EDT
    Omg I hadn't followed her. This chat just served its purpose for me 😊 #LeadLAP Spending the rest of the day on her account! Lol
    In reply to @BethHouf, @KyleneBeers
  • KatieJMcNamara Oct 28 @ 10:56 AM EDT
    A2 b don't don't don't make kiddos annotate EVERY paragraph. Foster a joy of reading not a hatred of reading. #leadlap
  • LSR_DrMom Oct 28 @ 10:56 AM EDT
    A3: Must make sure that teachers have the tools they need and time to plan, create and learn the changed program. #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:52 AM EDT
      Q3: When leading changes in a school’s/district’s literacy program, what do we need to take into consideration? #LeadLAP
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 10:56 AM EDT
    A3) Consider best practices; look at what the research says; allow modifications for Ss who need it #leadlap
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 10:56 AM EDT
    We are lucky our School Council (Parent Council) supports us with $$ for Ts to boost their libraries! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @RossCoops31
  • whiteeducator Oct 28 @ 10:56 AM EDT
    A3: Staff training, walkthroughs, feedback, and ongoing PD/support. Cannot just announce/teach staff once & expect results/buy-in. #leadlap
  • aaron_hogan Oct 28 @ 10:56 AM EDT
    Don’t miss the great conversation on literacy and leadership that’s happening now on #LeadLAP
  • rochellewentz Oct 28 @ 10:56 AM EDT
    A3 Teach the ‘why’. Directives without understanding=resistance and ultimate failure. All learners including teachers need a why. #LeadLAP
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 10:56 AM EDT
    A3: if you haven't come across the Daily 5 method of the reading workshop, check it out. #leadlap https://t.co/F4sSP1RkTu
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 10:56 AM EDT
    If leadership team honestly believes this then set specific goals to accomplish this in a five year plan. #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:55 AM EDT
      Yes! Building classroom/school libraries is a MUST! #LeadLAP
      In reply to @APKRentz
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:57 AM EDT
    YES! Real readers create their own annotation system when it matters to them! #LeadLAP
    • KatieJMcNamara Oct 28 @ 10:56 AM EDT
      A2 b don't don't don't make kiddos annotate EVERY paragraph. Foster a joy of reading not a hatred of reading. #leadlap
  • abney45 Oct 28 @ 10:57 AM EDT
    A3: Again: What do our kids need to be successful? What supports do we need to provide to get them where they need to be? #LeadLAP
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 10:57 AM EDT
    A3: Where we are and then where we want to be... then the steps to get there. Change takes time and there is not time to waste #LeadLAP
  • LaneWalker2 Oct 28 @ 10:57 AM EDT
    I'm thinking we can make it unavoidable by talking less...? #leadlap
    In reply to @bbray27
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 10:57 AM EDT
    I combine it with the workshop model. My mini lessons r Lucy Calkins, but I did the daily 5 structure. #leadlap
    In reply to @ritaplatt
  • chadw675 Oct 28 @ 10:57 AM EDT
    A3: Ts readiness to teach reading, resources, learning environments #LeadLAP
  • valerietilton Oct 28 @ 10:57 AM EDT
    A3: A shared goal and philosophy! All stakeholders on board for the changes and a good support system! #leadlap
  • teachjanderson Oct 28 @ 10:57 AM EDT
    A3: Building off what we've learned about reading and the brain is a good start. Recommended reading for all Ts. #LeadLAP
  • steph1jackson Oct 28 @ 10:57 AM EDT
    I’m curious for those who work in Middle schools and JH- how much time during the day do Ss get for ELA, rdg and wtg? #LEADlap
  • JWGilson Oct 28 @ 10:57 AM EDT
    YES! especially the idea that individual schools have different needs. A blanket approach doesn't always meet those needs. #LeadLAP
    • JerseyTeacher Oct 28 @ 10:55 AM EDT
      A3: We must consider students first. Each classroom and building will have different needs. One program may not address everyone. #LeadLAP
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:57 AM EDT
    Yes! This answers the question, “What are the other kids doing while I’m working with a group?” #LeadLAP
    In reply to @ritaplatt
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:58 AM EDT
    Question 4 is coming up in 2 minutes! #LeadLAP
  • KatieJMcNamara Oct 28 @ 10:58 AM EDT
    A1 Always make personal and global connections. If you can't, matbe that isn't a piece to teach. #leadlap
  • HeatherLieberm2 Oct 28 @ 10:58 AM EDT
    A3 We need to remember that change can be hard and scary for some Ts. You need to be patient and ok with slow changes. #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:52 AM EDT
      Q3: When leading changes in a school’s/district’s literacy program, what do we need to take into consideration? #LeadLAP
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 10:58 AM EDT
    #LeadLAP Make in school reading work.
  • abney45 Oct 28 @ 10:58 AM EDT
    Word. #LeadLAP
    • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 10:54 AM EDT
      A3: We must look at research on best practices and also look at our school and district needs. Finally, where we want to end up #LeadLAP
  • IlichRTXEdu Oct 28 @ 10:58 AM EDT
    #LeadLAP Experience. Of Ts of Ss. What've we done before? Tripping over same rock? Efficacy. Real-World. Future-focused implications. Tech.
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 10:58 AM EDT
    A3: Sometimes we are not aware of what we don't know. Compassion and support for other Ts is a must. Change is hard at times. #LeadLAP
  • NowakRo Oct 28 @ 10:58 AM EDT
    A3 Building it collaboratively, differentiation (no one-size fits all), diversity, fun, student at centre. Supporting Ts & Ss. #LeadLAP
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 10:58 AM EDT
    My big thing is that Ts have to b trusted 2 modify&change things for what works 4 their Ss.Let's not ask they follow something 100% #leadlap
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 10:58 AM EDT
    Now change "Ss" and replace w/ "Teachers". We must have readers teaching reading and not just adults who are reading a curr/script #LeadLAP
    In reply to @bbray27
  • EdLog411 Oct 28 @ 10:58 AM EDT
    A3: That 'one-size-fits-all' doesn't work. Lit programs must be responsive to the needs& interests of each school's/class' learners #Leadlap
  • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 10:58 AM EDT
    Yes! My biggest challenge as admin is getting teachers to move beyond the teacher's manual...so much safety for them there! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @JerseyTeacher
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 10:58 AM EDT
    A3. Families MUST be involved in your leadership team's goal setting. Check out these possible ways parents can help. #LeadLAP
  • MrsSmoland Oct 28 @ 10:59 AM EDT
    Begin with your end in mind- having a common vision and core values enhances the learning we all take in (Ts&Ss). Know your “why” #LeadLAP
  • btalonia Oct 28 @ 10:59 AM EDT
    A3: With any change, the WHY? Must be clear, start slow, consider unintended consequences. Do what is best for Kids even if painful #LeadLAP
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:59 AM EDT
    It's interesting that I haven't seen any mention of technology, 21st Century Skills, devices. Is our literacy definition current? #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 10:59 AM EDT
    A3: A great blog post by @burgess_shelley on change! https://t.co/Eim6uzFqn7 #LeadLAP
  • LiaGyore Oct 28 @ 10:59 AM EDT
    A3: FEAR. When you take away a scripted prgrm, you may be taking away a Ts entire skill set re: lit instr. Support, coach, cheer. #LeadLAP
  • bbray27 Oct 28 @ 10:59 AM EDT
    A3: Who are your Ss? Do they have opportunities to read at home? Make reading priority K-12. Demonstrate & model love of reading #leadlap
  • JanaCParker Oct 28 @ 10:59 AM EDT
    A3: Training and support for Ts. Even slight shifts are enough to fluster many. Also need time to talk/ share w colleagues. #leadlap
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 10:59 AM EDT
    Fun graphic! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @mjjohnson1216
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 10:59 AM EDT
    Good point. I believe in teaching Ss to be coaches.Then ur little Ts help continue 2 spread more learning #leadlap
    In reply to @ReaderLeaderBSA, @bbray27
  • HarveyAlvy1 Oct 28 @ 10:59 AM EDT
    Avoid traditional phonics vs. whole lang controversy. 4 literacy success promote eclectic teaching strategies to meet ALL S needs. #LeadLAP
  • LaneWalker2 Oct 28 @ 10:59 AM EDT
    Fond memories of my son having his Bible out when I peeked in, and finding Legos under the blankets the next morning. #leadlap
    In reply to @HarveyAlvy1
  • IlichRTXEdu Oct 28 @ 10:59 AM EDT
    Encourage and model. I pick funny books for read-alouds and announcements. I laugh. We laugh. You laugh. You read. You love books.#LeadLAP.
    • bbray27 Oct 28 @ 10:55 AM EDT
      A2: Encourage Ss to read every day. Read at school. Encourage reading at home instead of homework to foster a love of reading. #leadlap
  • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
    Absolutely. And have the opportunity to connect to characters they have nothing in common with, to help them grow, develop empathy. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @CayabyabAlana
  • IlichRTXEdu Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
    YES!!! #leadlap
    • JerseyTeacher Oct 28 @ 10:55 AM EDT
      A3: We must consider students first. Each classroom and building will have different needs. One program may not address everyone. #LeadLAP
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
    Q4: What are some obstacles we may face when moving forward with literacy instruction/learning? How can we overcome them? #LeadLAP
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
    A3. Share this graphic on your web site/next newsletter. Educate about the importance of early literacy. #LeadLAP
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
    Teacher's manuals don't teach students, TEACHERS teach students! #LeadLAP
    • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 10:58 AM EDT
      Yes! My biggest challenge as admin is getting teachers to move beyond the teacher's manual...so much safety for them there! #LeadLAP
      In reply to @JerseyTeacher
  • chadw675 Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
    Yep. Need to also account for school culture. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @JWGilson
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
    #leadlap remember reading is the best "intervention"...programs don't work (most of the time.)
  • DuffysClassroom Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
    A3: literacy extends beyond reading. Look @ balanced framework- writing, speaking, listening. W/in reading- vocab, decoding, phonic #leadlap
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
    What are some of your favourites? I'm always on the look out for new Read Aloud books! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @IlichRTXEdu
  • yoteach123 Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
    A3: consistency of practices, resources and support helps to forge professional learning connections in schools and across the div #LeadLAP
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
    Ts need really good training in literacy!They need 2 understand literacy&how2teach it, then expand that into all the other layers. #leadlap
  • aaron_hogan Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
    A3: Any leader of change who thinks that only others need to change is done before they have even started. #leadlap
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
    Such a great point! Not all readers need the same thing. Important to have a wide range of resources to best match! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @HarveyAlvy1
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 11:01 AM EDT
    RT Q4: #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
      Q4: What are some obstacles we may face when moving forward with literacy instruction/learning? How can we overcome them? #LeadLAP
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 11:01 AM EDT
    A4: Lack of time, lack of PD, lack of support, lack of resources =books, & different philosophies #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
      Q4: What are some obstacles we may face when moving forward with literacy instruction/learning? How can we overcome them? #LeadLAP
  • HartofLearning Oct 28 @ 11:01 AM EDT
    Our third and fourth grade teachers are all reading aloud "Wonder." We plan a big school viewing of the movie when we're done. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @The_Groffice, @BethHouf
  • bmilla84 Oct 28 @ 11:01 AM EDT
    A3: Focus on what's best for Ss & meets their needs! Every S & school is different! There needs to be variety! #LeadLAP
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:01 AM EDT
    Um, this chat is amazing. I absolutely cannot keep up! #LeadLAP
  • KarmenLogan Oct 28 @ 11:01 AM EDT
    A3: Adequate training and ongoing support for staff to understand and implement change. Monitor and adjust based on needs. #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:01 AM EDT
    Q4 is UP! #leadlap
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
      Q4: What are some obstacles we may face when moving forward with literacy instruction/learning? How can we overcome them? #LeadLAP
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 11:01 AM EDT
    A3: PD to get everyone on the same page, relevant data reviews to target student GROWTH and specific needs to review/reteach #LeadLAP
  • IlichRTXEdu Oct 28 @ 11:01 AM EDT
    YES!!! It's up to us to model this. How? What books? Where? Then, don't ding me on walkthroughs. #leadlap
    • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
      Teacher's manuals don't teach students, TEACHERS teach students! #LeadLAP
      • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 10:58 AM EDT
        Yes! My biggest challenge as admin is getting teachers to move beyond the teacher's manual...so much safety for them there! #LeadLAP
        In reply to @JerseyTeacher
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 11:01 AM EDT
    A4: So many new things. How to implement at the right pace. Try not to overwhelm Ts. #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
      Q4: What are some obstacles we may face when moving forward with literacy instruction/learning? How can we overcome them? #LeadLAP
  • LaneWalker2 Oct 28 @ 11:01 AM EDT
    a3 Leaders dont usually start initiatives to throw weight around. Ts who read ed news will likely understand changes before arrival #leadlap
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:02 AM EDT
    That is the book we are reading first as well and we head to the theater Nov 20! Can't wait! #LEADlap
    In reply to @HartofLearning, @The_Groffice
  • The_Groffice Oct 28 @ 11:02 AM EDT
    A3: Led from within. Group of Ts proposed shifting Lit leadership team from event planning to focused & meaningful goals for Ss. #LeadLAP
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 11:02 AM EDT
    A4. Trust me .. I did this aspect wrong many times. Please build a team and empower them to set goals for literacy. #LeadLAP
  • bbray27 Oct 28 @ 11:02 AM EDT
    Yes, thanks, @ReaderLeaderBSA #whatif teachers model their love of reading and sharing the book they are reading to Ss #leadlap
    • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 10:58 AM EDT
      Now change "Ss" and replace w/ "Teachers". We must have readers teaching reading and not just adults who are reading a curr/script #LeadLAP
      In reply to @bbray27
  • KatieJMcNamara Oct 28 @ 11:02 AM EDT
    A3 Think of the teachers that do not have a literacy background. Help them be successful. #leadlap
  • JeremyDBond Oct 28 @ 11:02 AM EDT
    Is doing also your mission? And perhaps SHOWING what you are working toward is also your vision? #LeadLAP #HackingLeadership
  • WiseDad_Games Oct 28 @ 11:02 AM EDT
    A3: The brutal facts: "textbooks and worksheets are among the least effective way for students to learn" --James Gee #leadlap
    In reply to @RossCoops31
  • HeatherLieberm2 Oct 28 @ 11:02 AM EDT
    A4 Getting enough of the right resources into Ts hands can be hard. Having support from other admin, community and a plan helps. #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
      Q4: What are some obstacles we may face when moving forward with literacy instruction/learning? How can we overcome them? #LeadLAP
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 11:02 AM EDT
    A4: Our Ts are so amazing & when they learn new things they jump on board right away. Which can cause a LOT of stress. #LeadLAP
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 11:02 AM EDT
    A4: Related to A3 but the idea that Literacy instruction is only 1 way. Is a roadblock for many. #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:02 AM EDT
    Q4: What are some obstacles we may face when moving forward with literacy instruction/learning? How can we overcome them? #LEADlap
  • Elizabethutch Oct 28 @ 11:03 AM EDT
    That's why school libraries are so important. Giving choice for everyone #LeadLAP
    In reply to @BethHouf, @HarveyAlvy1
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 11:03 AM EDT
    A4: And any ideas how to overcome this would be GREAT! #LeadLAP
    • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 11:02 AM EDT
      A4: Our Ts are so amazing & when they learn new things they jump on board right away. Which can cause a LOT of stress. #LeadLAP
  • DuffysClassroom Oct 28 @ 11:03 AM EDT
    I look to experts from @IaReading and @TheFCRR for resources within literacy planning and research. #leadlap
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 11:03 AM EDT
    A4:Obstacles are programs bought by district, Ts that need training, history. We use research, best practice to provide growth ops #LeadLAP
  • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 11:03 AM EDT
    A4: Biggest obstacle - embracing the fact that the best literacy instruction is MESSY! The answer is rarely in a teacher's manual. #LeadLAP
  • bbray27 Oct 28 @ 11:04 AM EDT
    My grandaughter is reading #wonder" right now. I wonder if her school is going to view the movie also. #LeadLap
    • HartofLearning Oct 28 @ 11:01 AM EDT
      Our third and fourth grade teachers are all reading aloud "Wonder." We plan a big school viewing of the movie when we're done. #LeadLAP
      In reply to @The_Groffice, @BethHouf
  • Elizabethutch Oct 28 @ 11:04 AM EDT
    Working with the school librarian will help those who don't have a literacy background. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @KatieJMcNamara
  • HartofLearning Oct 28 @ 11:04 AM EDT
    #LeadLAP tweeps- Have you heard of https://t.co/h2eg3ZY4xF? I like the material so far.
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 11:04 AM EDT
    In this digital age, an obstacle can also be a lack of technology/ connectivity. Are we teaching Ss to read Social Media (& news)? #LeadLAP
    • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:02 AM EDT
      Q4: What are some obstacles we may face when moving forward with literacy instruction/learning? How can we overcome them? #LEADlap
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 11:04 AM EDT
    A4 cont: 2 overcome issues we need to model and show evidence. If there is no evidence to support our methods we need to reevaluate #leadlap
  • IlichRTXEdu Oct 28 @ 11:04 AM EDT
    A4. Ts and Ss making time 4 reading. Have to PD for Ts how Reading/Writing & ELA are all a big pie. Model it. Starts @ the top. #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:00 AM EDT
      Q4: What are some obstacles we may face when moving forward with literacy instruction/learning? How can we overcome them? #LeadLAP
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 11:04 AM EDT
    Def! Ts send Ss who bring their WOW work to library & the admin team has high-fives, stickers, & Tiger Bucks to celebrate them #LEADlap
    In reply to @KarmenLogan
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:04 AM EDT
    One of my favorite literacy resources! https://t.co/mPnwXMd2io #leadlap
  • LaneWalker2 Oct 28 @ 11:04 AM EDT
    My husb likes fic, I only read non-fic, but we share ideas. Ss need to be able to push through "icky" reading to get what they need #leadlap
    In reply to @bbray27, @ReaderLeaderBSA
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 11:04 AM EDT
    Absolutely true! Letting go of things "we've always done" for new research based instruction! #LeadlAP
    In reply to @s_lamkin
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
    3 Reasons to Rethink Your Basal Reader https://t.co/qRtTWarIBK #LeadLAP #tcrwp
  • ststoney16 Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
    A4 providing all Ts with PD opportunities on teaching reading & planning meaningful purposeful lessons.. & resources as well #LeadLAP
  • JerseyTeacher Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
    A4: Effective PD. Ts get training but no follow up or facilitation. Also allow for Ts to differentiate to address the needs Ss. #leadlap
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
    yes! We did a PLC on that book last school year. #leadlap
    In reply to @BethHouf
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
    Thanks #leadlap! Time to go play in the snow with my children. (Yes, snow. *sigh.)
  • Elizabethutch Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
    A4 Teachers not realising the expertise of the school librarian. Staying with the old favourites and not considering something new #leadlap
  • whiteeducator Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
    A4: Expecting results too quickly and changing paths! New initiatives take time, practice, learning, and support. Be patient! #leadlap
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
    A4. Is family involvement 1 of your goals? Are u monitoring increase in participation over time? What adjusted goals could be set #LeadLAP
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
    Ugh, we’re not talking about resources…yet. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @BethHouf
  • yoteach123 Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
    A4: it is important to build “why” with teachers, celebrate ongoing practices, and offer differentiated avenues for PD support #LeadLAP
  • steph1jackson Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
    New Ts need lots of PD on guided rdg & how to meet w/ groups while others are working independently. Struggle w/ not overwhelming #LEADlap
  • abney45 Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
    Have to drop out now-heading north to see my mom for her birthday. Have a great weekend everyone! #LeadLAP
  • KatieJMcNamara Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
    Choice of format, genre, and level is important #leadlap
    In reply to @Elizabethutch, @BethHouf, @HarveyAlvy1
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
    Thanks for that @BethHouf we're doing a book study on this during this year #LeadLAP
  • btalonia Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
    A4: Make sure we have those who are passionate about literacy taking the lead, modeling, & encouraging others. Can’t do it alone! #LeadLAP
  • IlichRTXEdu Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
    BOOM! #leadlap
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:06 AM EDT
    Question 5 is coming up in 2 minutes! #LeadLAP
  • LaneWalker2 Oct 28 @ 11:06 AM EDT
    Cool writing: What do you think this might look like in the movie? #LeadLAP
    In reply to @HartofLearning, @The_Groffice, @BethHouf
  • The_Groffice Oct 28 @ 11:06 AM EDT
    Thanks everyone! We are struggling with some behaviors in 5th grade. Read aloud and movie field trip incentive might be the answer. #LEADlap
    In reply to @BethHouf, @HartofLearning
  • Elizabethutch Oct 28 @ 11:06 AM EDT
    Agreed! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @KatieJMcNamara, @BethHouf, @HarveyAlvy1
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:06 AM EDT
    Oh Ross...You know I can't stay on topic very long!!! #LeadLAP #PiratesDontFollowRulesAlways
    In reply to @RossCoops31
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 11:06 AM EDT
    Relentless kid to book matching. Goal setting. Accountability. Shared culture of reading. Lots of encouragement. #leadlap.
    In reply to @KarmenLogan
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 11:06 AM EDT
    I would also argue, LONG term PLC. Work w/a Teacher & partner up. Observe each other & reflect. Not just once; the entire year. #leadlap
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 11:06 AM EDT
    Long-term plans matter! #LeadLAP
    • whiteeducator Oct 28 @ 11:05 AM EDT
      A4: Expecting results too quickly and changing paths! New initiatives take time, practice, learning, and support. Be patient! #leadlap
  • KatieJMcNamara Oct 28 @ 11:06 AM EDT
    No student gets excited when told answer the questions at the end.... #leadlap
    In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @RossCoops31
  • CayabyabAlana Oct 28 @ 11:06 AM EDT
    A4: Time and lack of it is ALWAYS an obstacle. So let's focus on embedding literacy instruction into everything we do- even PE! 😊📚#leadLAP
  • HartofLearning Oct 28 @ 11:06 AM EDT
    A4: An obstacle with literacy instruction/learning is when skills are taught in isolation (not using real books/ articles). #LeadLAP
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:06 AM EDT
    Are you hacking my chat? #LeadLAP
    In reply to @BethHouf
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 11:06 AM EDT
    Thank you @RossCoops31 for this #LeadLAP
  • NowakRo Oct 28 @ 11:07 AM EDT
    A4 Bringing whole-school approach, real classroom transformations, ongoing family partnerships, constant changes to adapt to needs #LeadLAP
    • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:02 AM EDT
      Q4: What are some obstacles we may face when moving forward with literacy instruction/learning? How can we overcome them? #LEADlap
  • Elizabethutch Oct 28 @ 11:07 AM EDT
    Involving your school librarian too. Make sure you are using the experts around you #LeadLAP
    In reply to @btalonia
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 11:07 AM EDT
    Exactly! I have started to open up math workshop w/a shared math story. Literacy & math at once. #leadlap
    In reply to @CayabyabAlana
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 11:07 AM EDT
    Right?! Costumes are just the dangling carrots. A whole day where they talk about their favorite book and/or character is the win. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @CayabyabAlana
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 11:07 AM EDT
    A4: Anyone find Ts teams have big literacy beliefs and it causes some tension? #LeadLAP
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 11:07 AM EDT
    Try these books https://t.co/wbVELtnkph #LeadLAP
    In reply to @kaseykathleen23
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 11:08 AM EDT
    Literacy is NOT just for the language arts block. Literacy is a means to access all content. Don't confine it to one block. #leadlap
  • ststoney16 Oct 28 @ 11:08 AM EDT
    ❤️this #LeadLAP
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 11:08 AM EDT
    And this list for "binge reading" https://t.co/xAi9VM6gv9 #LeadLAP
    In reply to @kaseykathleen23
  • LaneWalker2 Oct 28 @ 11:08 AM EDT
    Inquiry-based learning does that, I found out by surprise: https://t.co/ZbhzyEpbmp #LeadLAP
    In reply to @CayabyabAlana
  • DuffysClassroom Oct 28 @ 11:08 AM EDT
    A4: The fear of doing something new and "what if's..." emerge. Meaningful pd & experiences w/change initiative can calm fears. #leadlap
  • HarveyAlvy1 Oct 28 @ 11:08 AM EDT
    When leading change emphasize both the idea AND change process. A great IDEA is not enough. We must respect th change PROCESS. #LEADlap
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 11:08 AM EDT
    YES! That's why a long-term plan that brings Ts into the planning process matters! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @APKRentz
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:08 AM EDT
    Q5: How do we instill a love of reading in our students? #LeadLAP
  • CayabyabAlana Oct 28 @ 11:08 AM EDT
    A3: When leading changes it's important to consider the vertical vision- connecting literacy best practices in elem and MS/HS. #leadLAP
  • KatieJMcNamara Oct 28 @ 11:08 AM EDT
    A4 Help with teacher fears. Main seen to be accountability and paper load. #leadlap
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 11:08 AM EDT
    RT Q5: #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:09 AM EDT
    A4: It has been hard in the middle school to break the AR effect on readers...you mean I don't get points for this? #leadlap
  • JessiStephensVP Oct 28 @ 11:09 AM EDT
    A3: Change isn’t easy for adults but can be a complete detriment to our students. Maintain focus on our kids/what’s best for them. #leadlap
  • WiseDad_Games Oct 28 @ 11:09 AM EDT
    A4: Fear of innovation on all levels. Programs that don't work for many S's are replaced by similar programs that won't work. #leadlap
  • HartofLearning Oct 28 @ 11:09 AM EDT
    It will be interesting to see what they do with the face... "Whatever you're thinking, it's worse."- Wonder #LeadLAP
    In reply to @LaneWalker2, @The_Groffice, @BethHouf
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 11:09 AM EDT
    A5: Model, guide them to find the books they love, talk about your reading. Adult reading role models are key #LeadLAP
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 11:09 AM EDT
    A5: Model it for them. Give them choice in what they read. Help them find something THEY love! #LeadLAP
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 28 @ 11:09 AM EDT
    A4: Team with estab goals & support who can work together is a great start. Need buy in from District & parents to hurdle barriers. #LeadLAP
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 11:09 AM EDT
    Goal-setting at junior high works like magic! @middleweb https://t.co/FgYx6oWaNt #LeadLAP
    In reply to @kaseykathleen23, @middleweb
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:09 AM EDT
    From @RossCoops31 Q5: How do we instill a love of reading in our students? #LeadLAP
  • LiaGyore Oct 28 @ 11:09 AM EDT
    A4 Knowing the reason any indiv S is struggling is a time intensive task, yet targeted inst. is key. A workshop or CAFE model helps.#LeadLAP
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 11:09 AM EDT
    A5: We model our own love of reading, we share books w/ our students & our colleagues, and we don't use reading as a punishment #LeadLAP
  • JCasaTodd Oct 28 @ 11:09 AM EDT
    Loving this convo #LEADlap One obstacle I see: having a common understanding that Literacy= reading & writing the world? & is evolving?
    • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:02 AM EDT
      Q4: What are some obstacles we may face when moving forward with literacy instruction/learning? How can we overcome them? #LEADlap
  • btalonia Oct 28 @ 11:09 AM EDT
    A4: We must develop teachers or hire those who are not only passionate about literacy but have the skill set to teach literacy. #LeadLAP
  • whiteeducator Oct 28 @ 11:10 AM EDT
    Yes! That happens often, too :( #LeadLAP
    In reply to @rochellewentz
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 11:10 AM EDT
    What if you recorded ur husband talking about his fav fiction? The kids would be glued I bet LOL #LeadLAP we ❤️ their nosiness right!
    In reply to @LaneWalker2, @bbray27
  • rokstar19 Oct 28 @ 11:10 AM EDT
    A5 You must find their interest, If you can hook the kid try and stop them from reading! Spoil alert, you won't #leadlap
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 11:10 AM EDT
    YES! I've tweeted a few things about that today, but haven't seen a response! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @JCasaTodd
  • HarveyAlvy1 Oct 28 @ 11:10 AM EDT
    When implementing literacy changes (or other sch. changes) don't look for the quick fix. Today's quick fix is tomorrow's nigthmare. #LEADlap
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 11:10 AM EDT
    A5) By giving LOTs of time 2 read daily; book choice;get families involved (Family reading night;ask parents 2 model reading@home) #leadlap
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 11:10 AM EDT
    My son, who is in law school, shares with me he detests reading and attributes it to AR being crammed into him. SO SAD #leadLAP
    • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:09 AM EDT
      A4: It has been hard in the middle school to break the AR effect on readers...you mean I don't get points for this? #leadlap
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 11:10 AM EDT
    A5: I love idea from our Ts who has a "student showcase". Ss leave books they think others will love with a sticky on why they did #LeadLAP
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:10 AM EDT
    Jennifer, you’re about 40 minutes late. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @JCasaTodd
  • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 11:10 AM EDT
    A5: Talk about books constantly! Book talks are an expectation in every classroom daily; modeled on our morning announcements. #LeadLAP
  • HartofLearning Oct 28 @ 11:10 AM EDT
    A5: Until this year, I didn't realize how much read alouds really do instill a love of reading in our students. #LeadLAP
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 11:10 AM EDT
    A5: Give kids choice and voice. Support them through their struggles. Model reading for them. Make read alouds fun and joyous #LeadLAP
  • andreakornowski Oct 28 @ 11:10 AM EDT
    A5: Allow students to read what they are interested in. Allow for voice and choice. #LeadLAP
  • Elizabethutch Oct 28 @ 11:10 AM EDT
    YES! teach by showing not telling. Having 20mins quiet reading, the teacher should be reading too. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @mrbgilson
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:11 AM EDT
    How about we give our students a voice? (They’re our most valuable stakeholders.) #LeadLAP
  • HeatherLieberm2 Oct 28 @ 11:11 AM EDT
    A5 We give them time to read for fun with no jobs to do other than enjoy. Let them read what they love, whatever they love! #LeadLAP
  • IlichRTXEdu Oct 28 @ 11:11 AM EDT
    A5 As the Reader Leader I sell books, Love books, Oprah the books.& Read. AND Make sure there are plenty of copies in library! #LeadLAP
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 11:11 AM EDT
    UGH! AR has truly damaged many Ss and chased them AWAY from loving reading. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @mjjohnson1216
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 11:11 AM EDT
    A5)&, celebrate readers at school:Bulletin board of all the Ss, Ts, & admin reading. Embrace it DAILY! #leadlap
  • LSR_DrMom Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    A5: Let Ss see us reading, talk about what we're reading, give Ss choice, create fun ways like #flipgrid to share their reading #LeadLAP
  • HartofLearning Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    Thanks.. This might be perfect for my third grade students. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @LiaGyore, @The_Groffice, @BethHouf
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    A5: By letting them choose books, guiding them based on interests, providing incentives, and by modeling and sharing book love. #LeadLAP
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    A5: Celebrate books and reading. Share why books are so amazing and let kids talk about books #LeadLAP
  • JCasaTodd Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    A5: Provide a literacy-rich environment. Value & honour all types of reading (graphic novels, e-books), share your own reading favs #LeadLAP
  • Elizabethutch Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    😀 Great to hear! Collaboration makes a huge difference to students and teachers #LeadLAP
    In reply to @btalonia, @mvhsbruins
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    A5. You model and talk about literacy. When greeting students, do you have a book in your hand? Ask them, "what are you reading?" #LeadLAP
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    Love! Am hoping to do a Readathon event. Less fundraiser more connecting comm of readers. ❤️ the readers theater idea! ☠️ stealing #LeadLAP
    In reply to @s_lamkin, @CayabyabAlana
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    It's a gem...my assistant and I read it in our state of the school address last week to our Ss and Ps. Love it! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @LiaGyore, @HartofLearning, @The_Groffice
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    A5)& reconsider reading logs. R they necessary? How r they being used? Let's not kill the love of reading. #leadlap
  • The_Groffice Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    Yes! I have the picture book too! This is great. An idea is brewing now! You are all awesome! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @LiaGyore, @HartofLearning, @BethHouf
  • EdLog411 Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    A5: Expose Ss to great books at many levels And give them time to read what interests them regardless of what 'level' it is #LeadLAP
  • rochellewentz Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    A5. Be excited about reading. Read aloud and let them see how it affects u. Laugh and cry & talk about characters like friends #leadlap
  • NowakRo Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    A5 Be readers, share our story, our struggles. Read with them. Talk about reading. Love reading. Make it fun. Celebrate! #LeadLAP
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    Its amazing how fast kids will pick up books recommended by their peers! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @CayabyabAlana
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    I think silent reading is the time to confer with my Ss, quick check ins to check on understanding what they like is it a good fit #LeadLAP
    In reply to @Elizabethutch
  • WiseDad_Games Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
    A5: S's will not love anything until they believe they are good at it (identity commitment). #leadlap
  • KatieJMcNamara Oct 28 @ 11:13 AM EDT
    A5 show reading is important. Build in time to select books and read them. Have conversations about books. #leadlap
  • LaneWalker2 Oct 28 @ 11:13 AM EDT
    Ha! Me too!!!! Pip & Great Expectations ruined me for life. #leadLAP
    In reply to @mjjohnson1216
  • IlichRTXEdu Oct 28 @ 11:13 AM EDT
    #leadlap We have 'My Reading Life' on doors & I've shared my last year's readings. All of them. with pg #s and totals. 14k pages last yr!!
    • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 11:11 AM EDT
      A5)&, celebrate readers at school:Bulletin board of all the Ss, Ts, & admin reading. Embrace it DAILY! #leadlap
  • bbray27 Oct 28 @ 11:13 AM EDT
    A4: #whatif Ss read across curriculum. Consider the importance of literacy to learn math, science, and history for deeper learning #leadlap
  • valerietilton Oct 28 @ 11:13 AM EDT
    A4: An obst I used to face tching rdg was convincing HS Ss they had to read outside of class to increase lit! #leadlap Lots of distractions!
  • ritaplatt Oct 28 @ 11:13 AM EDT
    Grad classes on rding (3 credits UC, San Diego, online, ~$400) DM for info & discount. https://t.co/Dtr3qqbwQU #leadlap Teacher need PD.
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 11:13 AM EDT
    A5. In your email signature - add line about what book you're currently reading and invite others to ask you about it if they wish #LeadLAP
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 11:13 AM EDT
    I used to do that every year as a T- post what I was reading on my door! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @IlichRTXEdu
  • bmilla84 Oct 28 @ 11:13 AM EDT
    A4: Everyone has their own idea or approach! At the school level, we have conversations to make sure we're working together! #LeadLAP
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 11:13 AM EDT
    My students know I read but that 20 minutes (I have it daily) is the best time to work with developing Ss on how it goes. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @Elizabethutch
  • ststoney16 Oct 28 @ 11:13 AM EDT
    A5 student choice for books for ind reading... modeling reading and reacting to literature... allow l& encourage Ss to do the same #LeadLAP
  • Elizabethutch Oct 28 @ 11:13 AM EDT
    That is good too. Would be nice to mix it up sometimes though. Telling them about what you are reading will have impact too #LeadLAP
    In reply to @mrbgilson
  • MrsSmoland Oct 28 @ 11:14 AM EDT
    A4) Change can cause uncomfortable feelings- have Ts that lead PD in literacy - discuss challenges and how to move forward 2gether #LeadLAP
    In reply to @BethHouf
  • JCasaTodd Oct 28 @ 11:14 AM EDT
    I know right? Only saw your tweet now. Will go back & check out the convo at my own slow pace 😜#LeadLAP
    In reply to @RossCoops31
  • btalonia Oct 28 @ 11:14 AM EDT
    A5: Help then find what they love, make connections & share with others! Return, Report, Repeat! #LeadLAP
  • JerseyTeacher Oct 28 @ 11:14 AM EDT
    A5: We must love reading! #LeadLAP
  • CayabyabAlana Oct 28 @ 11:14 AM EDT
    A5: Instill a ❤️ of reading by celebrating literacy & making it a priority/sacred time. School leaders can also model reading w Ss. #leadLAP
  • whiteeducator Oct 28 @ 11:14 AM EDT
    A5: Make reading cool! Staff & Ss should regularly share what they're reading, chat, read daily, meet authors, read new books, etc. #leadlap
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:14 AM EDT
    A5: Model a love for reading! This is my office. More books than most anything else! #LeadLAP
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 11:14 AM EDT
    A5. Encourage your fellow teachers or staff to join #BookCampPD as reading/books is the focus - walk the talk! #leadlap
  • JWGilson Oct 28 @ 11:15 AM EDT
    @mrbgilson just burnt his eggs because he was too busy on here! lol #LeadLAP
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 11:15 AM EDT
    Well my eggs just burnt #LeadLAP #multitaskingfail
  • LaneWalker2 Oct 28 @ 11:15 AM EDT
    read AND analyze, seeing all the angles, consider drama triangles. So much potential for interest there. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @AmyLIllingworth
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 11:15 AM EDT
    I love your office! It looks so cozy and inviting! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @BethHouf
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 11:15 AM EDT
    I love that! I have a table full of books too! Ts sometimes come and borrow what I have! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @BethHouf
  • HartofLearning Oct 28 @ 11:15 AM EDT
    Yesterday, I taught about similes while reading from Poppy via (https://t.co/h2eg3ZY4xF). Teaching skills in context is amazing. #LeadLAP
  • EdLog411 Oct 28 @ 11:15 AM EDT
    I tell parents that the greatest difference between strong& struggling readers is not What they read but How Much. Let them choose! #LeadLAP
  • IlichRTXEdu Oct 28 @ 11:15 AM EDT
    YES!!! Help them access them. I access my books in the car through @OverDriveLibs and my library card! #leadlap
    • WiseDad_Games Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
      A5: S's will not love anything until they believe they are good at it (identity commitment). #leadlap
  • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 11:15 AM EDT
    A5: getting books into kids hands at every chance possible! #LeadLAP
  • HarveyAlvy1 Oct 28 @ 11:15 AM EDT
    Great point! We must lead w sound pedagogy, that includes 21st skills, & technology in balance. We should avoid th either/or trap. #LeadLAP
    • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 10:59 AM EDT
      It's interesting that I haven't seen any mention of technology, 21st Century Skills, devices. Is our literacy definition current? #LeadLAP
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:16 AM EDT
    Question 6 is coming up in 2 minutes! #LeadLAP
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 28 @ 11:16 AM EDT
    I have a small library in my house! Too many books for it too! Since I'm an Eng T, my classroom is also full of books. :) #LeadLAP
    In reply to @BethHouf
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 11:16 AM EDT
    YES! YES! YES! YOU ROCK!! Three cheers! #LeadLAP
    • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 11:15 AM EDT
      A5: getting books into kids hands at every chance possible! #LeadLAP
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 11:16 AM EDT
    I've been wanting 2 but I don't know how it works. When it starts. When to buy the book. #leadlap
    In reply to @mjjohnson1216
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 11:16 AM EDT
    A5: Make reading https://t.co/a90zaJzdPj Ss to see reading as a gift and your give it to them daily #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:16 AM EDT
    Such an important point! Media literacy is a non-negotiable in our literacy instruction for sure! #LEADlap
    In reply to @LaneWalker2, @AmyLIllingworth
  • JWGilson Oct 28 @ 11:16 AM EDT
    A5: read to them. read with them. let them read. Anything, anytime anywhere. #leadlap
  • KatieJMcNamara Oct 28 @ 11:16 AM EDT
    Refuse to teach Great Expectations! #leadlap
    In reply to @LaneWalker2, @mjjohnson1216
  • LaneWalker2 Oct 28 @ 11:16 AM EDT
    I am wondering if that is a confidence thing. Has anyone been criticized for taking a risk instead of being challenged to tweek? #LeadLAP
    In reply to @s_lamkin, @JerseyTeacher
  • Elizabethutch Oct 28 @ 11:17 AM EDT
    A6 We do something social at the end of every term. We also share what we feel has gone well. #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:17 AM EDT
    YAY! I needed to see this because I want to begin doing this in middle school as well. Love it! #LeadLAP
    • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 11:15 AM EDT
      A5: getting books into kids hands at every chance possible! #LeadLAP
  • IlichRTXEdu Oct 28 @ 11:18 AM EDT
    YES! I first share TikiTikiTembo since I have a weird name & am a fist-born son. Next is Sandra Cisneros book about hispanic life. #leadlap
    • rochellewentz Oct 28 @ 11:12 AM EDT
      A5. Be excited about reading. Read aloud and let them see how it affects u. Laugh and cry & talk about characters like friends #leadlap
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:18 AM EDT
    Q6: What are your favorite literacy resources? (programs, books, blogs, people, etc.) #LeadLAP
  • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 11:18 AM EDT
    I believe it is totally a confidence thing. Prior admin didn't encourage risk taking. Its a slow culture change for sure! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @LaneWalker2, @JerseyTeacher
  • HarveyAlvy1 Oct 28 @ 11:18 AM EDT
    We must lead w sound pedagogy,that includes 21st skills, & technology in balance. We should avoid either/or trap: tech vs. pedagogy.#LeadLAP
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 11:18 AM EDT
    What if ALL Ts, regardless of content area attended PD on teaching reading AND writing so all campus is on the same page?! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @bbray27
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 11:18 AM EDT
    We use CPM as well- though that is a work-in-progress! Great to hear it's coming together for you! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @LaneWalker2
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:18 AM EDT
    From @RossCoops31 Q6: What are your favorite literacy resources? (programs, books, blogs, people, etc.) #LeadLAP
  • JessiStephensVP Oct 28 @ 11:19 AM EDT
    A5: If we really reach our students we learn what matters to them; knowing what matters to them is knowing what they’d love to read?#leadlap
  • LiaGyore Oct 28 @ 11:19 AM EDT
    A5: Read aloud, share your love of books, talk about what you are reading, & be excited about what you are reading to them. #LeadLAP
  • MrsSmoland Oct 28 @ 11:19 AM EDT
    A5) MODEL learning from your own PD books- tell the Ss when you’re trying something new that you’ve learned from your own reading. #LeadLAP
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 11:19 AM EDT
    A6: I like @pernilleripp blog. I use @HeatherMMcKay for ideas and good resources. #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:18 AM EDT
      Q6: What are your favorite literacy resources? (programs, books, blogs, people, etc.) #LeadLAP
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 11:19 AM EDT
    A6: 1. @KyleneBeers and all her books, 2. Twitter Chats, 3. Books, any and all. #LeadLAP
  • JessiStephensVP Oct 28 @ 11:19 AM EDT
    A5: If we really reach our students we learn what matters to them; knowing what matters to them is knowing what they’d love to read #leadlap
  • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 11:19 AM EDT
    A6: Favorite literacy leaders to follow on Twitter! @DrMaryHoward @TechNinjaTodd @teachermantrav #LeadLAP
  • JCasaTodd Oct 28 @ 11:20 AM EDT
    With #booksnaps we can show Ss how to do a close reading of text while using tools that are fun & with which they are familiar #LeadLAP
    In reply to @BethHouf, @LaneWalker2, @AmyLIllingworth
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:20 AM EDT
    Pernille is a complete inspiration! Never skip a post! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @APKRentz, @pernilleripp, @HeatherMMcKay
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 11:20 AM EDT
    Here is the info for our next chat. Thanks for asking about this. Next book is Social LEADia at the end of Nov. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @TamiJ123
  • WiseDad_Games Oct 28 @ 11:20 AM EDT
    A6: James Gee's works: before designing effective instruction, we must understand how S's develop language, learning, and literacy. #leadlap
  • valerietilton Oct 28 @ 11:20 AM EDT
    A5: Be a PR consult 4reading! Posters of books/movies thruout room. Build in SSR during class. Book talks,waterfalls, class library!#leadlap
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:20 AM EDT
    The Book Whisperer by @donalynbooks is a MUST READ! #LeadLAP
  • CayabyabAlana Oct 28 @ 11:20 AM EDT
    Office goals! 😊📚#leadLAP
  • bmilla84 Oct 28 @ 11:20 AM EDT
    A5: Positively promote reading! Give Ss time to discover different genres & authors!! Ts even model their ❤️ of reading!! #LeadLAP
  • JWGilson Oct 28 @ 11:21 AM EDT
    A6: I love using A-Z readers for young readers. but once they have the hang of it and are ready to fly, BOOKS! best resource around #leadlap
  • IlichRTXEdu Oct 28 @ 11:21 AM EDT
    A6 @donalynbooks is a must for me. I also use my PLN and see what books people OMG about. #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:18 AM EDT
      Q6: What are your favorite literacy resources? (programs, books, blogs, people, etc.) #LeadLAP
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 11:21 AM EDT
    You got it! Will tag you in a couple of our posts! I need to get my costume together this weekend ☠️❤️☠️ #LeadLAP
    In reply to @CayabyabAlana
  • btalonia Oct 28 @ 11:21 AM EDT
    Mamí duty calls! Great to spend some time with the #LeadLAP crew! Thank you for helping me learn & grow today!
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 11:21 AM EDT
    A6: @stephharvey49 is a great resource! #tcrwp is great for Workshop Model, Hattie's Visible Learning is research that matters #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:18 AM EDT
      Q6: What are your favorite literacy resources? (programs, books, blogs, people, etc.) #LeadLAP
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 28 @ 11:21 AM EDT
    A6: Taught in a poor district in Tx & I partnered with a book store to get their returned books -front cover they couldn't sell. #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:21 AM EDT
    YES! Love Reading in the Wild as well. @donalynbooks is amazing! #LeadLAP
  • HartofLearning Oct 28 @ 11:21 AM EDT
    A list of questions parents can ask their children as they read created by a colleague for conference time: https://t.co/wVs4XTsnDR #leadlap
  • JCasaTodd Oct 28 @ 11:21 AM EDT
    A5: I love the new @SpyQuest series I learned about which includes #augmentedreality & will surely inspire many non-readers! #LEADlap
  • bbray27 Oct 28 @ 11:21 AM EDT
    A6: My favorite is to READ, READ, READ. Encourage reading in every class, home, share books, model love of reading, connect reading #leadlap
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 11:21 AM EDT
    A6: From @JSerravallo Reading and Writing Strategies Books, from @FountasPinnell The Continuum of Literacy Learning - Loving this #LeadLAP
  • ststoney16 Oct 28 @ 11:21 AM EDT
    A6 #LeadLAP
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 11:21 AM EDT
    You are a ROCK STAR principal! Talk about modeling!! THREE CHEERS! #LeadLAP
  • HeatherLieberm2 Oct 28 @ 11:21 AM EDT
    A6 Quality mentor texts,Debbie Diller’s Literacy Work Stations, Making Centers Work. LLI by Fountas/ Pinnell is awesome! #LeadLAP
    • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:18 AM EDT
      Q6: What are your favorite literacy resources? (programs, books, blogs, people, etc.) #LeadLAP
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:22 AM EDT
    And, @KristinZiemke does some AMAZING work in the area of literacy. #LeadLAP
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 11:22 AM EDT
    A6: Go to blogs are @Litlovegal1 and @pernilleripp of course. There is so much out there. Explore and Grow. #LeadLAP #MagrathPD
  • rokstar19 Oct 28 @ 11:22 AM EDT
    Amazing office! #leadlap
    In reply to @BethHouf
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 11:22 AM EDT
    A6: Twitter & PLN for ideas and suggestions of books. #LeadLAP
  • KatieJMcNamara Oct 28 @ 11:22 AM EDT
    I am a teach librarian and make a point to reach out to all teachers-not just English. #leadlap
    In reply to @Elizabethutch
  • HeatherLieberm2 Oct 28 @ 11:23 AM EDT
    A6 I’m seeing great success in K-1 with Fundations. #LeadLAP
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 11:23 AM EDT
    Love this one. I did an email book study on this, sharing tidbits daily with my Ts #LeadLAP
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 11:23 AM EDT
    Also one of my favorites! Would HIGHLY recommend! #leadLAP
    In reply to @RossCoops31, @KristinZiemke
  • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 11:23 AM EDT
    Love LLI. What I love even more is this article from F&P: https://t.co/tCzHnnazcY #LeadLAP
    In reply to @HeatherLieberm2
  • HartofLearning Oct 28 @ 11:23 AM EDT
    I want to start a simple book club- recommendations by students before we go to the school library. #leadlap
    In reply to @RossCoops31
  • bbray27 Oct 28 @ 11:23 AM EDT
    A6: Shake up PD so reading is an integral part of personal professional learning. Create book study groups, read articles together #leadlap
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:23 AM EDT
    Nobody likes their basal reader? Nobody? Anyone? #LeadLAP
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 11:23 AM EDT
    A6: Our Kinder team likes Lively Letters. #LeadLAP
  • teachjanderson Oct 28 @ 11:23 AM EDT
    A6: Few favs #LeadLAP
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 11:23 AM EDT
    A6: Diving into @JSerravallo Strategy books this week, reformatting class a bit to have more time with developing readers #LeadLAP
  • ststoney16 Oct 28 @ 11:23 AM EDT
    A6 #LeadLAP
  • ljsmith0414 Oct 28 @ 11:23 AM EDT
    #LeadLAP Power Reading Online is a great individualized program for struggling readers.
  • BarbaraGruener Oct 28 @ 11:24 AM EDT
    Sad to miss #LeadLAP this morning; eager to lead the way in two weeks to discuss service & sacrifice, gratitude & grace. Save the date!
  • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 11:24 AM EDT
    We are doing our first PD Book Studies now; teacher feedback has been so positive! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @bbray27
  • rokstar19 Oct 28 @ 11:24 AM EDT
    A6 I rely heavily on ideas from my PLN Chats. 1 school district, I am limited on my pd, but it doesn't stop me! #leadlap
  • ErinDealey Oct 28 @ 11:24 AM EDT
    May I add Skype or Chat with authors? We love supporting teachers and sharing our love of words! #LeadLAP 📚❤️
    In reply to @CayabyabAlana
  • IlichRTXEdu Oct 28 @ 11:24 AM EDT
    @RossCoops31 I am at my 3rd school. All 40 Book Challenged. Met my goal 4 2016-17. On track for 17-18. Getting new staff on board! #LeadLAP
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 11:25 AM EDT
    A6: Started reading this! #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:25 AM EDT
    A6: A few more of my favs! #LeadLAP
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 11:25 AM EDT
    I'm leading Teacher Leadership Book Studies this year in our district - a powerful cross-school collaboration! #LeadLAP
  • ReaderLeaderBSA Oct 28 @ 11:25 AM EDT
    Ok everyone in this #LeadLAP literacy chat is officially in my tribe! So many ideas, screenshots, retweets of how to build our lit program!
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 11:25 AM EDT
    A6: @donalynbooks @KyleneBeers and @BobProbst @JSerravallo @KristinZiemke @pernilleripp Richard Alling are all great resources #LeadLAP
  • cathylw2 Oct 28 @ 11:25 AM EDT
    #LeadLAP Thank you so much for such a rich topic and chat!
  • Elizabethutch Oct 28 @ 11:26 AM EDT
    Agreed! libraries are not just English, although we do always get linked. Reaching out and creating change is important #LeadLAP
    In reply to @KatieJMcNamara
  • andreakornowski Oct 28 @ 11:26 AM EDT
    A5: Provide learners opportunities to explore areas they wouldn't normally with summer reading challenges & showcase their work. #LeadLAP
  • bmilla84 Oct 28 @ 11:26 AM EDT
    A5: We started Birthday Books this year!! Ss come to the office & select a forever book on their BD!! The kids ❤️ it! #LeadLAP
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:26 AM EDT
    Looks like my bookshelf! #LeadLAP
    In reply to @BethHouf
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:26 AM EDT
    A6: And these by @JCasaTodd and @julnilsmith #LeadLAP
  • IlichRTXEdu Oct 28 @ 11:26 AM EDT
    Niiice! What books are you using? I loved @simonsinek book 'Start With Why'... we all need our 'Why' #LeadLAP Sharing ideas on it w/ my ILT
    • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 11:25 AM EDT
      I'm leading Teacher Leadership Book Studies this year in our district - a powerful cross-school collaboration! #LeadLAP
  • JayBilly2 Oct 28 @ 11:26 AM EDT
    Great job talking #Literacy today @RossCoops31 Thanks for such a rich conversation #LeadLAP
  • mjjohnson1216 Oct 28 @ 11:27 AM EDT
    A6. Those on West Coast are challenged joining #BookCampPD at 9 EST. Please DM @teresagross625 to join our NEW Voxer group. #LeadLAP
  • teachjanderson Oct 28 @ 11:27 AM EDT
    A6: Not precisely reading, but impacts nonetheless. Amazing book! #LeadLAP
  • HarveyAlvy1 Oct 28 @ 11:27 AM EDT
    Great points. And we need to remember that to be comfortable enough to take a risk, or tweek, we must support a culture of trust. #LeadLAP
    • LaneWalker2 Oct 28 @ 11:16 AM EDT
      I am wondering if that is a confidence thing. Has anyone been criticized for taking a risk instead of being challenged to tweek? #LeadLAP
      In reply to @s_lamkin, @JerseyTeacher
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 11:27 AM EDT
    Great chat this week @RossCoops31 thanks so much #LeadLAP Great thoughts to apply in my planning. #teacherlife #keepgrowing
  • JCasaTodd Oct 28 @ 11:27 AM EDT
    Follow A6: #LeadLAP for some really inspirational #literacy gurus to follow
  • JWGilson Oct 28 @ 11:27 AM EDT
    #leadlap chat is always on point. Thanks for the inspiration this morning. Have a great day one and all!
  • LaneWalker2 Oct 28 @ 11:27 AM EDT
    Ha! I'd have a hard time justifying the algebra content relationship to my admin, though. #LeadLAP
    In reply to @ReaderLeaderBSA, @bbray27
  • MrsSmoland Oct 28 @ 11:27 AM EDT
    A6) Join PLNs that allow for discussion of your PD reading. Ask Ts to share our via Twitter. Learn from one another #LeadLAP
  • ErinDealey Oct 28 @ 11:28 AM EDT
    Cool! Do they get to write a review of it? And post it somewhere—like in bookstores? #leadLAP
    • bmilla84 Oct 28 @ 11:26 AM EDT
      A5: We started Birthday Books this year!! Ss come to the office & select a forever book on their BD!! The kids ❤️ it! #LeadLAP
  • AmyLIllingworth Oct 28 @ 11:28 AM EDT
    We read Innovator's Mindset @gcouros and next up is Shift This by @JoyKirr, then Lead Like a Pirate by @burgess_shelley & @BethHouf #LeadLAP
    In reply to @IlichRTXEdu, @simonsinek, @gcouros, @JoyKirr, @burgess_shelley, @BethHouf
  • APKRentz Oct 28 @ 11:28 AM EDT
    Thanks @RossCoops31 @BethHouf for a great #Literacy #LeadLAP chat! A great way to start my morning! Now for the haunted house!
  • JerseyTeacher Oct 28 @ 11:28 AM EDT
    Great chat everyone! Thank you! #LeadLAP
  • RossCoops31 Oct 28 @ 11:28 AM EDT
    Thanks to everyone for an amazing chat! And, thanks to @BethHouf and @burgess_shelley for having me! #LeadLAP
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 11:28 AM EDT
    . I don't know how to get the Ts at my school on Twitter. I post & share w/them, but I can't seem to recruit them. #leadlap
  • s_lamkin Oct 28 @ 11:28 AM EDT
    A6: Let's not forget that often times, the best resources are the other teachers in our own building. They know our kids best! #LeadLAP
  • BethHouf - Moderator Oct 28 @ 11:28 AM EDT
    A6: I also LOVE the resource of our amazing librarian @JessicaLairmore Always finding ways to hook readers! #LeadLAP
  • LiaGyore Oct 28 @ 11:28 AM EDT
    A6: Thanks, PLN, for the great resources! #LeadLAP
  • mrbgilson Oct 28 @ 11:29 AM EDT
    Thanks also to @BethHouf I feel I will learn much from following your example. #LeadLAP
  • rokstar19 Oct 28 @ 11:29 AM EDT
    What an amazing group of people, Thank you! #leadlap
  • TamiJ123 Oct 28 @ 11:29 AM EDT
    Thanks for the great chat everyone! It was wonderful. #leadlap
  • IlichRTXEdu Oct 28 @ 11:29 AM EDT
    Niiiice!!! #LeadLAP
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 28 @ 11:29 AM EDT
    Thanks for leading today's #LeadLAP chat @RossCoops31 ! Thanks for all you do @BethHouf !
  • aaron_hogan Oct 28 @ 11:30 AM EDT
    Thanks for bringing the literacy and leadership conversation to #LeadLAP, @RossCoops31! Sorry I couldn’t stay in the chat longer.