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RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:30 PM EST

Welcome to our #GCHchat Crew where we share SUCCESS of making weekly #GoodCallsHome to the Parents of our Learners!! @amgonza

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:30 PM EST

Please introduce yourselves in #GCHchat for #GoodCallsHome

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:31 PM EST

Really want to thank my Sidekick @amgonza who continues to inspire our #GCHchat Crew to make our #GoodCallsHome each week. Thank you Anabel!

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:32 PM EST

When we make #GoodCallsHome to Parents, be prepared to Smile, be Encouraged and Congratulated. Parents are so Grateful we call! #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:34 PM EST

Countless Parents receiving a #GoodCallsHome have said, "You're calling because my son/daughter is doing well. Really? Thank you!" #GCHchat

amgonza - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:35 PM EST

Q1: Share a success story that resulted from making weekly #GoodCallsHome. #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:35 PM EST

Yes, @amgonza, the IMPACt of Learning in HUGE with #GCHchat for #GoodCallsHome

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:35 PM EST

Yes, @amgonza, the IMPACT on Learning is HUGE with #GCHchat for #GoodCallsHome #Typos

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:36 PM EST

A1 - Our Learners experience great SUCCESS from knowing WHY we make weekly #GoodCallsHome. It shows you care! #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:37 PM EST

A1 - Many our Learners work more diligently knowing how much we care and following up with #GoodCallshome! #GCHchat

JoyWright91 Jan 4 @ 8:37 PM EST

Hello everyone I am a MS Lead Learner in CT. I'm excited to join you and I learned about this chat in #edcampvoxer from @amgonza. #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:38 PM EST

A1 - I have an @Evernote Notebook of "thank you" notes from Parents who received #GoodCallsHome #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:38 PM EST

Joy, thrilled to see you in #GCHchat for #GoodCallsHome https://t.co/89zLlGCip6

JoyWright91 Jan 4 @ 8:37 PM EST

Hello everyone I am a MS Lead Learner in CT. I'm excited to join you and I learned about this chat in #edcampvoxer from @amgonza. #GCHchat

amgonza - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:38 PM EST

@JoyWright91 Please use #gchchat to join in the conversation. @RoweRikW

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:38 PM EST

Carroll, so happy to see you in #GCHchat for #GoodCallsHome https://t.co/1wNugaxO25

carrollhester3 Jan 4 @ 8:38 PM EST

Love the idea of #GoodCallsHome & the opportunity to share with other #ChristianEducators - we use to send post cards to 2 students/week

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:39 PM EST

Carroll, please use the hashtag of #GCHchat for #GoodCallsHome https://t.co/1wNugaxO25

carrollhester3 Jan 4 @ 8:38 PM EST

Love the idea of #GoodCallsHome & the opportunity to share with other #ChristianEducators - we use to send post cards to 2 students/week

amgonza - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:40 PM EST

Q2: What about your practice of making weekly #GoodCallsHome could use a tweak in 2016? #GCHchat

BoloVari Jan 4 @ 8:40 PM EST

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JoyWright91 Jan 4 @ 8:40 PM EST

We send post cards home to Ss. However, I love the idea of connecting voice to voice. #goodcallshome #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:41 PM EST

A2 - Under half of our Learners have YET to receive a #GoodCallsHome. I tend to call based on outstanding effort, not just good. #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:41 PM EST

@JoyWright91 Joy, Learning is significantly IMPACTed by Educators who care enough to make #GoodCallsHome. #GCHchat

JoyWright91 Jan 4 @ 8:42 PM EST

A2: Our tweak is starting it! We've committed as an admin team to start this month. I am super excited! #goodcallshome #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:42 PM EST

Connecting voices between Parents and Educators is HUGE with #GoodCallsHome, just ask our Learners! #GCHchat https://t.co/Df2N36L5wz

JoyWright91 Jan 4 @ 8:40 PM EST

We send post cards home to Ss. However, I love the idea of connecting voice to voice. #goodcallshome #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:43 PM EST

Joy, just wait until your Educators are encouraged by Parents encouraged by the #GoodCallsHome! #GCHchat https://t.co/I7AT6a3L5w

JoyWright91 Jan 4 @ 8:42 PM EST

A2: Our tweak is starting it! We've committed as an admin team to start this month. I am super excited! #goodcallshome #GCHchat

JoyWright91 Jan 4 @ 8:44 PM EST

@RoweRikW Agreed! One of our Big Rocks is Student Success, however part of ensuring that is recognizing what they are doing well. #GCHchat

amgonza - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:45 PM EST

Q3: How can you assure that every student on our roster receives #GoodCallsHome - Is it possible / worthwhile? #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:45 PM EST

Love hearing a Learner say, "Mr. Rowe, you called my Dad last night! He hugged me!" #GCHchat for #GoodCallsHome https://t.co/ljoNA5D33d

JoyWright91 Jan 4 @ 8:44 PM EST

@RoweRikW Agreed! One of our Big Rocks is Student Success, however part of ensuring that is recognizing what they are doing well. #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:46 PM EST

A3 - Have yet to make a #GoodCallsHome to the Parent of EVERY Learner. Some Learners get repeat calls. Better process, more calls. #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:47 PM EST

A3 - Enjoy hearing Parents answer the phone and say, "Mr. Rowe, is this my #GoodCallsHome?" Everyone is happy! #GCHchat

JoyWright91 Jan 4 @ 8:48 PM EST

A3: I heard of one school making a commitment to make #GoodCallsHome as a staff. That would do it. #GCHchat

amgonza - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:49 PM EST

A1: #goodcallshome turns the reluctant student into a resilient student. #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:49 PM EST

A3 - Thankful when Parents say, "I knew you'd be calling. My son/daughter told me about their success today!" #GCHchat for #GoodCallsHome

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:49 PM EST

HUGE! #GCHchat for #GoodCallsHome https://t.co/YzaNamaTUH

amgonza - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:49 PM EST

A1: #goodcallshome turns the reluctant student into a resilient student. #GCHchat

JoyWright91 Jan 4 @ 8:50 PM EST

@RoweRikW Did you share what you were doing with parents or did it spread as a result of the calls? #GoodCallsHome #GCHchat

amgonza - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:50 PM EST

Q4: If you’ve chosen a #OneWord2016, how might you incorporate making weekly #GoodCallsHome to support both? #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:50 PM EST

We share as much as we can about #GCHchat for #GoodCallsHome https://t.co/SwYc3gTNTR

JoyWright91 Jan 4 @ 8:50 PM EST

@RoweRikW Did you share what you were doing with parents or did it spread as a result of the calls? #GoodCallsHome #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:51 PM EST

A4 - Haven't YET chosen a #OneWord2016, but it may be #Thinking! I often make #GoodCallsHome for Great Thinkers! #GCHchat

tkSciGuy Jan 4 @ 8:51 PM EST

A3: Well, I fail at it, but setting aside regular time for good calls and checking kids off a list. #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:51 PM EST

Parents in our community know about #GoodCallsHome from person to person conversations. #GCHchat https://t.co/SwYc3gTNTR

JoyWright91 Jan 4 @ 8:50 PM EST

@RoweRikW Did you share what you were doing with parents or did it spread as a result of the calls? #GoodCallsHome #GCHchat

amgonza - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:51 PM EST

A3: When I can't reach a parent, I've simply told the S that I need to call home to brag. Not the norm, but it's worked. #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:52 PM EST

David, please keep at it! Everyone benefits from #GoodCallsHome, especially our Learners! #GCHchat https://t.co/YDs8UOqsiZ

tkSciGuy Jan 4 @ 8:51 PM EST

A3: Well, I fail at it, but setting aside regular time for good calls and checking kids off a list. #GCHchat

tkSciGuy Jan 4 @ 8:52 PM EST

A2: Diligence #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:52 PM EST

#GCHchat for #GoodCallsHome https://t.co/wNDuOPIr9G

JoyWright91 Jan 4 @ 8:52 PM EST

@amgonza Gr8 point! If we are looking to encourage positive attitudes in our Ss we have to share positive progress. #GoodCallsHome

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:52 PM EST

Yes, show you care by making weekly #GoodCallsHome #GCHchat https://t.co/hMrBMmJ9aU

tkSciGuy Jan 4 @ 8:52 PM EST

A2: Diligence #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:54 PM EST

Enjoy it when I call a Parent for the first time and they say "Is this my first #GoodCallsHome? I've been waiting for it! #GCHchat

kld12 Jan 4 @ 8:56 PM EST

Would love to have a commitment from our entire staff! #GCHchat https://t.co/J1YEgXE1mR

JoyWright91 Jan 4 @ 8:48 PM EST

A3: I heard of one school making a commitment to make #GoodCallsHome as a staff. That would do it. #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:56 PM EST

Thank you to everyone who makes weekly #GoodCallsHome! This can be the SHIFT we need in Education. #GCHchat

tkSciGuy Jan 4 @ 8:56 PM EST

Should #goodcallshome be super specific or just a general, "your kid make class more awesome each day." #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:57 PM EST

Our next #GCHchat is scheduled to be Monday 2/1 since it's the first Monday of each month. Please schedule a reminder! #GoodCallsHome

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:57 PM EST

I aim to find improvement, engagement or something special to make a #GoodCallsHome to rave about. #GCHchat https://t.co/qC3TPJW4ZX

tkSciGuy Jan 4 @ 8:56 PM EST

Should #goodcallshome be super specific or just a general, "your kid make class more awesome each day." #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:58 PM EST

Honored when a Learners says, "Would you please make a #GoodCallsHome to my Mom since it's her Birthday?" #GCHchat

kld12 Jan 4 @ 8:58 PM EST

Kris, elem prin from State College PA, late 2 party. A4: My word is "inquire" so I could ask/get to know family better during call #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:59 PM EST

Relationship-building is a HUGE part of making weekly #GoodCallsHome! #GCHchat https://t.co/lY58XxyahK

kld12 Jan 4 @ 8:58 PM EST

Kris, elem prin from State College PA, late 2 party. A4: My word is "inquire" so I could ask/get to know family better during call #GCHchat

ChatWisdomApp Jan 4 @ 9:01 PM EST

Great #GCHchat with @amgonza! Check out the recap and shared resources: https://t.co/VWg8yYm969

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 9:01 PM EST

Thank you again for all who joined our #GCHchat for #GoodCallsHome

amgonza - Moderator Jan 4 @ 9:01 PM EST

Resolve to make two #goodcallshome per week. A little thing that makes a BIG difference then come back & share. #GCHchat

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 9:01 PM EST

HUGE Impact! #GCHchat for #GoodCallsHome https://t.co/0TMfvvHO3L

amgonza - Moderator Jan 4 @ 9:01 PM EST

Resolve to make two #goodcallshome per week. A little thing that makes a BIG difference then come back & share. #GCHchat

kld12 Jan 4 @ 9:02 PM EST

#GCHchat Any suggestions for making this realistic/priority for teachers? Time is always a concern.

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 9:03 PM EST

Kristen, when Ts see the impact on Learners & Parents, they are inclined to make more #GoodCallsHome #GCHchat https://t.co/OMGumZUdcT

kld12 Jan 4 @ 9:02 PM EST

#GCHchat Any suggestions for making this realistic/priority for teachers? Time is always a concern.

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 9:05 PM EST

Time is tight always tight. Our Learners and their Parents are worth reaching out to EVERY week. #GCHchat https://t.co/OMGumZUdcT

kld12 Jan 4 @ 9:02 PM EST

#GCHchat Any suggestions for making this realistic/priority for teachers? Time is always a concern.

amgonza - Moderator Jan 4 @ 9:05 PM EST

Save this pic as a reminder to make #goodcallshome and also share it with your colleagues. #GCHchat https://t.co/5pEuA5Qctz

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 9:06 PM EST

@JoyWright91 @carrollhester3 Thank you both for joining our #GCHchat for #GoodCallsHome tonight! @amgonza

Jmitch462 Jan 4 @ 9:09 PM EST

@amgonza Great reminder for the New Year! #GCHCHAT

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 9:09 PM EST

Jenny, thank you! #GCHchat for #GoodCallsHome https://t.co/Ck28Rai4hR

Jmitch462 Jan 4 @ 9:09 PM EST

@amgonza Great reminder for the New Year! #GCHCHAT

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 9:14 PM EST

@RoweRikW @amgonza @cybraryman1 @AZHSPRIN @ChatWisdomApp Here's our 1-5-16 #GCHchat archive for #GoodCallsHome https://t.co/4Df8jDU60D

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 9:14 PM EST

@tkSciGuy Here's our 1-5-16 #GCHchat archive for #GoodCallsHome https://t.co/4Df8jDU60D

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 9:14 PM EST

@NickyHazelwood @participatelrn @JoyWright91 @BoloVari Here's our 1-5-16 #GCHchat archive for #GoodCallsHome https://t.co/4Df8jDU60D

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 9:15 PM EST

@Jmitch462 @carrollhester3 Here's our 1-5-16 #GCHchat archive for #GoodCallsHome https://t.co/4Df8jDU60D

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 9:15 PM EST

@vsbradle Here's our 1-5-16 #GCHchat archive for #GoodCallsHome https://t.co/4Df8jDU60D

RoweRikW - Moderator Jan 4 @ 9:16 PM EST

@Dietrichucation Here's our 1-5-16 #GCHchat archive for #GoodCallsHome https://t.co/4Df8jDU60D

Dietrichucation Jan 4 @ 9:25 PM EST

@kld12 @amgonza suggested to try 2 calls/wk & that's a great goal. Also, if it ever arises, perhaps 1 GCH w/ every 1 bad? :| #GCHChat