#CaringClassroom Archive

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:00 PM EDT

My name is Tracy Dolezsar-Glarvin and I'll be your moderator this evening for the #CaringClassroom Chat.

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Welcome to the #CaringClassroom Chat! Tonight's topic is: Leadership in Schools.

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DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Q1: #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT

A1: delegating and distributing responsibilities (i.e. coordinating school events, collaborating on decisions) #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Q1: #caringclassroom

MrsTurnersFACS Sep 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A1: We meet in small teacher teams that we call vision teams. It allows small groups to focus on specific topics. #CaringClassroom

wendyomitchell Sep 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hi I'm Wendy Mitchell, elementary principal in W Kentucky. Excited to join this chat for the first time! #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Awesome! Collaboration is key! #caringclassroom

MrsTurnersFACS Sep 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A1: We meet in small teacher teams that we call vision teams. It allows small groups to focus on specific topics. #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Welcome Wendy! Glad you could join us! #caringclassroom

In reply to @wendyomitchell

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hi Ashley! Happy to have you as part of the #CaringClassroom chat tonight!

In reply to @MrsTurnersFACS

wendyomitchell Sep 24 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1 Teacher input should be solicited in all decision making via PLCs, PAC, SBDM, & school planning. Teachers are leaders! #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Q2: #caringclassroom

EduGladiators Sep 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

✏️#EduGladiators wraps up series on Ts Capacity w/@ElisaBostwick & Transformative Teaching! #bcedchat #caringclassroom #caedchat #ORedchat

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Yes! #caringclassroom

wendyomitchell Sep 24 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1 Teacher input should be solicited in all decision making via PLCs, PAC, SBDM, & school planning. Teachers are leaders! #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A2: So all stakeholders "own" what goes on, so staff "buy in", to facilitate a positive school culture #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Q2: #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Sep 24 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Eric, Sped/Math teacher, living and working in Brazil. Stayed up just for this chat. #caringclassroom

wendyomitchell Sep 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A2 A Principal can't possess every strength. Blending the strength of all Ts makes the best learning environment for Ss! #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Awesome Eric! So happy you could join us tonight! #caringclassroom

In reply to @mr_hayes

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Absolutely! #caringclassroom

wendyomitchell Sep 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A2 A Principal can't possess every strength. Blending the strength of all Ts makes the best learning environment for Ss! #caringclassroom

MrsTurnersFACS Sep 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A2: Without sharing leadership, I think teachers and administrators can get burned out and lose focus of the purpose. #CaringClassroom

mr_hayes Sep 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: Utilizing dept meeting to delegate certain responsibilities. Form committees to study new policy and potential impact. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Good point Ashley! #caringclassroom

MrsTurnersFACS Sep 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A2: Without sharing leadership, I think teachers and administrators can get burned out and lose focus of the purpose. #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Good ideas! #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Sep 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: Utilizing dept meeting to delegate certain responsibilities. Form committees to study new policy and potential impact. #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Sep 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A2: Staff want to feel like they have a part in the vision of the school, like you are helping in the steering of the ship #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

So true! #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Sep 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A2: Staff want to feel like they have a part in the vision of the school, like you are helping in the steering of the ship #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Q3: #caringclassroom

wendyomitchell Sep 24 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A3 We have a student ambassador, & for the 1st time we have added a s to one of our committees. looking for more ways :) #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A3: giving them roles/resp outside the regular student role (i.e. care partners, reading buddies, playground helpers) #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Q3: #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Sep 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A3: I run a peer tutoring club after school, and I'll ask Ss how to make it better. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

These are great! #CaringClassroom

wendyomitchell Sep 24 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A3 We have a student ambassador, & for the 1st time we have added a s to one of our committees. looking for more ways :) #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Yes! Getting student feedback is so important! #CaringClassroom

mr_hayes Sep 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A3: I run a peer tutoring club after school, and I'll ask Ss how to make it better. #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Sep 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A3: In my class, I entrust my 6th graders with responsibilities-we schedule tests as a class and evaluate edtech. #caringclassroom

MrsTurnersFACS Sep 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Q3: Get to know students' interests in order to guide them to clubs and opportunities available to them. #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

It sounds like you value student voice - Love this! #CaringClassroom

mr_hayes Sep 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A3: In my class, I entrust my 6th graders with responsibilities-we schedule tests as a class and evaluate edtech. #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Sep 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A3: I also have students that assign roles like writing the agenda, organizing the class, and class culture monitor. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Yes, extra-curricular activities are a great opportunity for students to show leadership! #CaringClassroom

MrsTurnersFACS Sep 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Q3: Get to know students' interests in order to guide them to clubs and opportunities available to them. #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Q4: #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Awesome! #CaringClassroom

mr_hayes Sep 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A3: I also have students that assign roles like writing the agenda, organizing the class, and class culture monitor. #caringclassroom

wendyomitchell Sep 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A3 We are building on our student GT services for leadership & have classroom leader / job applications in our upper grades #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Sep 24 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A4: It has made Ss see that they have a voice and start speaking up for themselves. #caringclassroom

MrsTurnersFACS Sep 24 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A4: They allow for students to see themselves in a different light, to push the boundary and step out of the comfort zone. #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A4: It makes them feel important, like they are a part of something bigger, makes them feel cared for and like they belong #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Q4: #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Fantastic! #CaringClassroom

wendyomitchell Sep 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A3 We are building on our student GT services for leadership & have classroom leader / job applications in our upper grades #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:21 PM EDT

That's great! #CaringClassroom

mr_hayes Sep 24 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A4: It has made Ss see that they have a voice and start speaking up for themselves. #caringclassroom

wendyomitchell Sep 24 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A4 Everyone wants to feel valued & needed. Giving Ss roles makes them WANT to be a part of a #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Wonderful! #CaringClassroom

MrsTurnersFACS Sep 24 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A4: They allow for students to see themselves in a different light, to push the boundary and step out of the comfort zone. #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Yes!!! #CaringClassroom

wendyomitchell Sep 24 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A4 Everyone wants to feel valued & needed. Giving Ss roles makes them WANT to be a part of a #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Great advice! #CaringClassroom

ElizaWallace27 Sep 24 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Students love helping, even in High School. My mentor taught me, never do anything that doesn't require a college education. Let kids do it.

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Q5: #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A5: Involving parents, community members, Elders, grandparents and others in school activities and events #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Q5: #caringclassroom

MrsTurnersFACS Sep 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A5: I teach a career class and have multiple speakers from various careers in the community come and speak to my students. #CaringClassroom

wendyomitchell Sep 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A5 ASK Ts to take charge. Don't wait for them to come knocking. Make them feel valued & needed! Share their strengths! #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Good point Elizabeth! #CaringClassroom

ElizaWallace27 Sep 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT

#Parents should keep track of these, so they can be put on #college #scholarship applications. Also, save letters of recommendation.🎓

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT

This is a great idea! #CaringClassroom

MrsTurnersFACS Sep 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A5: I teach a career class and have multiple speakers from various careers in the community come and speak to my students. #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Absolutely!!! #CaringClassroom

wendyomitchell Sep 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A5 ASK Ts to take charge. Don't wait for them to come knocking. Make them feel valued & needed! Share their strengths! #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Sep 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Sorry I have to cut out early. Need to call my dad before going to bed. Have a great week! #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Thank you for joining us for the #CaringClassroom Chat! So many great ideas about sharing leadership in schools! See you next week!

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A5: Show we value their feedback and input, honor their voices by listening and making positive changes #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Q5: #caringclassroom

wendyomitchell Sep 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A5 I just caught the "other stakeholders" part. :) INVITE. They won't come if you don't invite them! Ask, involve, share #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us Eric! #CaringClassroom

In reply to @mr_hayes

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DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Sep 24 @ 10:30 PM EDT

Invite . . . yes! #CaringClassroom

wendyomitchell Sep 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A5 I just caught the "other stakeholders" part. :) INVITE. They won't come if you don't invite them! Ask, involve, share #caringclassroom

MrsDudzik Sep 24 @ 10:59 PM EDT

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Followthebolt Sep 23 @ 6:07 AM EDT

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