#APChat Archive

Professional development expert Jared Wastler, hosts a Twitter conversation at 8:00 p.m. (ET) using #APChat.

Sunday April 30, 2017
8:00 PM EDT

  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Good evening and welcome to #apchat. I am excited to guest moderate a convo on Going Google for School Leaders. Please introduce yourself.
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Derek Fialkiewicz from Las Vegas, NV #APChat
  • jcwastler - Moderator Apr 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Jacked to have National APOY @bradmcurrie hosting #APChat tonight!
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hello Derek! #apchat
    In reply to @derwood73
  • stephensonmused Apr 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi! David, music educator & aspiring district leader from SC. #APChat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Hello my friend #apchat
    In reply to @jcwastler
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Welcome to #apchat David!
    In reply to @stephensonmused
  • MissKaylaYoung Apr 30 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Hello! I'm Kayla, 5th grade math teacher from Arizona. Soon to be from Tennessee and aspiring school leader! #apchat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Hi Kayla! #apchat
    In reply to @MissKaylaYoung
  • RGVReaderLeader Apr 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Lisa aka Mrs. G, Lead learner from @Mitchell_Elem #APChat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Tonight we will be discussing Going Google for School Leaders #APChat
  • stephensonmused Apr 30 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Before we start, I would like to invite you to an exciting new chat starting this Tuesday. Please RT and follow us! #mentorchat #APChat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Good evening Lisa! #apchat
    In reply to @RGVReaderLeader, @Mitchell_Elem
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Hello from Wisconsin!! Cynthia Stilling Gannon, proud principal of the Wonderful Whittier in Waukesha. #apchat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Q1: What benefits does going Going Google have for school leaders? #apchat
  • SPEDirectorBISD Apr 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Hi from Texas! Audrey here and ready to learn! #APChat
  • SPEDirectorBISD Apr 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Ease of online collaboration and sharing of all things wonderful for Ss. #APChat
  • massignmenthelp Apr 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
  • AssignmentHelpN Apr 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    #1stchat #21stedchat #apchat #edchatri #GCLchat #ISNchat 9 Points Professors Look for in a Term Paper https://t.co/TIlvLrRta3
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Hi Audrey! #apchat
    In reply to @SPEDirectorBISD
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Hello Cynthia! #apchat
    In reply to @CynthiaSGannon
  • SPEDirectorBISD Apr 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Hi Brad! Glad to be here! #apchat
    In reply to @bradmcurrie
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Using Google allows me to collaborate with other admin in and out of my building. #APChat
  • stephensonmused Apr 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Going Google puts everything under one, convenient, accessible umbrella. #APChat
  • ChristinaAronen Apr 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    #apchat Hello from CA!
  • yankee_todd Apr 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: the collaboration is the simple answer. But having google on any device is why I went google. #apchat
    • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT
      Q1: What benefits does going Going Google have for school leaders? #apchat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: Going Google provides ample opportunities for leaders and all school stakeholders to share, collaborate, and create in real time #apchat
  • HAYSchoolNorton Apr 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    #APChat. Hi from Norton, MA!
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    I was leery when went 6 yrs ago, but the more I lrnd, the more I understood the power Going Google brought to collaboration #APChat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Very important point. Collaboration throughout the district is a huge plus! #apchat
    • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
      A1: Using Google allows me to collaborate with other admin in and out of my building. #APChat
  • RGVReaderLeader Apr 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    We have used Google somwhat for collaboration as well as for T sharing data but would like ideas on how to use more #apchat
    • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT
      Q1: What benefits does going Going Google have for school leaders? #apchat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Hi Christina! #apchat
    In reply to @ChristinaAronen
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Especially in a district like @ClarkCountySch with over 300 schools. #APChat
    In reply to @bradmcurrie, @ClarkCountySch
  • MrLeightEdu Apr 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: Google makes the lesson planning process transparent, shareable, accessible, revisable for admin and teachers #apchat #edtech #edchat
    In reply to @bradmcurrie
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Great point Todd! Google Apps are accessible on devices big and small #apchat
    • yankee_todd Apr 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
      A1: the collaboration is the simple answer. But having google on any device is why I went google. #apchat
      • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT
        Q1: What benefits does going Going Google have for school leaders? #apchat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Welcome to #apchat
    In reply to @HAYSchoolNorton
  • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Googledocs means not having 13 versions of the same document and forgetting which attachment is the right/final one #apchat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    We will share many examples tonight! #apchat
    In reply to @RGVReaderLeader
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Have to admit, Google Calendar, being able to have multiple calendars in one place, sold me immediately. #APChat
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    #AMEN #APChat
    In reply to @kmtrangel
  • HAYSchoolNorton Apr 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    #APChat:A1: Phenomenal means of facilitating collaboration.
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Yes it does! #apchat
    • MrLeightEdu Apr 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
      A1: Google makes the lesson planning process transparent, shareable, accessible, revisable for admin and teachers #apchat #edtech #edchat
      In reply to @bradmcurrie
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    That too!! #APChat
    In reply to @derwood73
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Wow! #apchat
    In reply to @derwood73, @ClarkCountySch
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Yes! #apchat
    In reply to @kmtrangel
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Q2: What does your Google environment look like at the classroom, school, and district level? #apchat
  • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    @bradmcurrie mobile & streamlined #apchat
    In reply to @yankee_todd, @bradmcurrie
  • stephensonmused Apr 30 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: The entirety of our district uses a Google platform & utilizes the entire suite. #APChat
  • EduGladiators Apr 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    💥 MONDAY #EduGladiators is LIVE w/@ClassTechTips & her NEW 📚 Formative Tech! 🖥 https://t.co/JmBjcOuJCZ #1stchat #APChat #mnlead #nbtchat
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    I recently became principal of a 1-to-1 Chromebook school. We use Google Classroom in every classroom everyday. #APChat
  • ChristinaAronen Apr 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    #APChat A1 Google saves space paper take up. Can access what I need where I am, not tied to my office, allows more time to be in the school.
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: 1:1 Disrict with iPads. K-1 remain at school, 2-12 can go home. SmartBoards in all rooms, with Apple TVs. #APChat
  • HAYSchoolNorton Apr 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    #APChat:A2: At the classroom level, it truly allows teachers to give students immediate and consistent feedback.
    • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
      Q2: What does your Google environment look like at the classroom, school, and district level? #apchat
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: I recently became principal of a 1-to-1 Chromebook school. We use Google Classroom in every classroom everyday. #APChat
  • yankee_todd Apr 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: google classroom is a game changer! Allow T to work with SS that are sick or homebound. #apchat
    • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
      Q2: What does your Google environment look like at the classroom, school, and district level? #apchat
  • SPEDirectorBISD Apr 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: google classroom set up for our admin team and have flipped the information sharing so more of our time is spent on S learning. #apchat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: We are 1:1 at @BlackRiverMS. Teachers and students leverage the power of Google Classroom & utilize many apps from Chrome store #apchat
  • Firstgrade105 Apr 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Love not being tied down! Good thinking #APChat
    • ChristinaAronen Apr 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
      #APChat A1 Google saves space paper take up. Can access what I need where I am, not tied to my office, allows more time to be in the school.
  • MissKaylaYoung Apr 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: We are a 1-to-1 district with Google accounts for all. But the use varies drastically in each class. My class uses it 24/7. #apchat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Are you a Google district as well? #apchat
    In reply to @CynthiaSGannon
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: We just did an Hour of Code on Friday!! It was awesome! #APChat
  • stephensonmused Apr 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    @bradmcurrie We, too, are 1:1 though we have iPads. They are highly compatible with Google apps #APChat
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: My goal is a school without walls where Ss collaborate with Ss in other schools in @ClarkCountySch , USA and around the world. #APChat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Definitely something to keep in mind. Students must adapt from one class to another #apchat
    In reply to @MissKaylaYoung
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Yup 100% Google. #APChat
    In reply to @bradmcurrie
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Good to know David! #apchat
  • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    allowing us to look more towards Chromebooks instead of Macs-cheaper way to 1-1 goal (our school there, others looking to follow) #apchat
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2: I am always open to new ways to better utilize Google. #APChat
  • ChristinaAronen Apr 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    #APChat Q2 Small, private K-8 school, use Google classroom. Staff collabs everything through it also PD in Google training. Students 3-8 use
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Check out this sneak peek of my new book Hacking Google for Educators. Coming out in a few weeks! #apchat #HackGoogleEdu
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A2: We also use Google Classroom with teachers to facilitate PD. Allows teachers to experience Google Classroom as a student. #APChat
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A2: We completed all of our WI State testing on our iPads. Not a google platform, but AWESOME for testing all. #paperless #APChat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Q3: Why is it important that school leaders support a Google environment full of risk-taking? #apchat
  • ChristinaAronen Apr 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    #apchat So true for me! Everything I do starts there each day w Google calendar. Love the reminders I can set.
    In reply to @derwood73, @bradmcurrie
  • EDU_kgriffin Apr 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    #apchat just joining, Kristi from Texas.
  • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    👍 being 1-1 let us do all of our testing online. No more bins of test books for us! #apchat
    In reply to @CynthiaSGannon
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: A principal who facilitates risk-taking creates an environment of forward thinking. Nothing is out of reach. #APChat
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: As leaders, we need to have a depth of knowledge, we can model, but also be SUPPORT to our teachers. We have to be onboard 100% #APChat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: Different risks for different folks. If they want to provide feedback using Docs, great! Google Hangout with an expert, awesome! #apchat
  • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Google Calendar is EVERYTHING! 😀 #apchat
    In reply to @ChristinaAronen, @derwood73, @bradmcurrie
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Spot on Cynthia! Leaders must have a solid skill set. #apchat
    In reply to @CynthiaSGannon
  • MissKaylaYoung Apr 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3:Ts need a safe and supportive leader to take risk. Ss are so proficient and Ts need to feel safe to use it. #apchat
  • EDU_kgriffin Apr 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: we are so new to Google in our school, all risk taking is needed to support and model the variety of ways to use it! #apchat
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    I use Google Calendar to communicate with my admin team and secretaries. Also set reminders to tell me when to get into a classroom #APChat
    In reply to @ChristinaAronen, @bradmcurrie
  • SPEDirectorBISD Apr 30 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Can someone re-post Q3? #apchat
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    People can EASILY schedule mtgs on my Google Calendar. My sec. sees everything, my staff sees free & busy. Works like a charm! #APChat
    In reply to @derwood73, @ChristinaAronen, @bradmcurrie
  • blocht574 Apr 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A3: #apchat If teachers can't take risk, classrooms will remain stagnate and schools won't change into the 21st learning environments needed
  • stephensonmused Apr 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A3: Risk taking is the only way I have learned to use technology effectively. That's the approach I'd recommend, if I led a school. #APChat
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A3: Ps need to be somewhat knowledgable of Google to model expectations to Ts. I never ask a T to do something I wouldn't do. #APChat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Q4: What advice can you give others as it relates to going 1:1 with Chromebooks? #apchat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    We are on Q4 now - What advice can you give others as it relates to going 1:1 with Chromebooks? #apchat
    In reply to @SPEDirectorBISD
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    #SpotOn! #APChat
    In reply to @derwood73
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4: Going 1:1 with Chromebooks? Make sure teachers are supported i.e. tech coaches and students have autonomy #apchat
  • ChristinaAronen Apr 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    #apchat supporting Google environ full of risk-taking allows newbies their first steps and seasoned users to fly without fear of failure.
  • MissKaylaYoung Apr 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4: Take risk. Try different apps or sites. Involve students into teaching. HAVE FUN! #APChat
  • SPEDirectorBISD Apr 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4: We have just been 1:1 with iPads. Would love to hear about chrome books. Ss say chromebools seem more like business. iPads=games #apchat
  • blocht574 Apr 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4: Train teachers first on how to use the tool in the classroom #apchat Pedagogy trumps technology .. then take it slow so all can succeed
  • HussTeach Apr 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Q4: Make sure infrastructure is in place, have a plan B, learn all #Google resources. #apchat
  • Firstgrade105 Apr 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A3:Google prep Ss for real life; risk taking does too!W/o risk taking,we will miss the chance to prep Ss and move past mundane #apchat
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4: Do your homework. We ❤️ our iPads. #APChat
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4: Make sure strong structures are in place and all involved understand structures (how and why) when going 1:1. #APChat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Many of the same apps are on iPads & Chromebooks. It's all about expectations, procedures, and support mechanisms that are in place #apchat
    In reply to @SPEDirectorBISD
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    iPads were not created for education. Chromebooks much better option. #APChat
    In reply to @SPEDirectorBISD
  • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    yes! Make sure bandwidth and all those other things I don't understand are up to 1-1 load #apchat
    In reply to @HussTeach
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Boom! #apchat
    • blocht574 Apr 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
      A4: Train teachers first on how to use the tool in the classroom #apchat Pedagogy trumps technology .. then take it slow so all can succeed
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: Make sure your teachers know SAMR!! #APChat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: Understand that the road to a paperless environment takes several years and educating all stakeholders #apchat
  • SPEDirectorBISD Apr 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    #APchat that is
    In reply to @bradmcurrie
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Yes! #apchat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Infrastructure definitely needs to be more of a priority than every child having a device #apchat
    • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
      yes! Make sure bandwidth and all those other things I don't understand are up to 1-1 load #apchat
      In reply to @HussTeach
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    However, they sure work well for education in our district! #APChat
    In reply to @derwood73, @SPEDirectorBISD
  • EDU_kgriffin Apr 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Yes, at LARGE school, 1:1 is far in the future but the tools can be used now!#apchat
    In reply to @bradmcurrie
  • blocht574 Apr 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    It isn't about the tool, it is about the culture and pedagogy used with any tool #apchat Build a culture to support ALL in moving forward
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Good luck! #apchat
    In reply to @RethmanLCMS
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Never changes in education, we ALWAYS need a plan B! Great point!! #APChat
    In reply to @HussTeach
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Q5: How can school leaders model integrating Google Apps and Chrome devices? #apchat
  • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    found that bag of tricks for state testing (marking text,etc) dont hold with online testing.Have to recognize & evolve. #apchat
    In reply to @bradmcurrie
  • ChristinaAronen Apr 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    #apchat A4: When going 1:1 with Chromebooks understand that you may need to change the set-up of your classroom.
  • EDU_kgriffin Apr 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5: model, model, model, encourage those that try, then model some more! #apchat
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5: I model Goggle Classroom by being the teacher for PD with Ts as the Ss. #APChat
  • giveawayjoye Apr 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    #apchat A4: When going 1:1 with Chromebooks understand that you may need to change the set-up of your classroom.
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A5: I have also created and modeled Google lessons for teachers with their classes. Eliminate excuses when with their Ss. #APChat
  • MissKaylaYoung Apr 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A5: Leaders need to lead by example. Using the tools during PD to model to teachers. Using tools to collaborate instead of a meeting.#APChat
  • mrhinder300 Apr 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A5: model by using it in team/faculty meetings or pd #APChat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A5: Seek insight with Forms, tell your story with Blogger, collaborate on a Google Slide project, live stream on YouTube #apchat
  • SPEDirectorBISD Apr 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Q5: Flip staff meeting using google apps. Show possibilities through modeling how time can be saved! #apchat
  • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    @HussTeach nothing more frustrating than shiny new devices & bad wifi.Don't forget trailers when planning hotspots! #apchat
    In reply to @bradmcurrie, @HussTeach
  • ChristinaAronen Apr 30 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    #apchat A5: Model 1:1 implement by using and bringing in PD or send out for it. Also model by teaching a lesson in the classroom themselves.
  • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    where are the plugs? Slanty desks slide. Where is projector plug in? #apchat
    In reply to @ChristinaAronen
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5; Our district had each school create a Vanguard/leadership team 7 of us, lrnd the Apps, 1 at a time. Then taught the rest #APChat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    5 Hacks for Going Google at Your School #apchat https://t.co/zh6kERpaGS
  • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    School visits to see it in action help (with any big initiative) #apchat
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Q: Any thoughts on security software? My digital coach likes GoGuardian. #APChat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Turn key Google Apps #apchat
    • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT
      A5; Our district had each school create a Vanguard/leadership team 7 of us, lrnd the Apps, 1 at a time. Then taught the rest #APChat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    You got that right! #apchat
    In reply to @HussTeach
  • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Procedures for in/out of devices if they aren't taken home are needed too! #apchat
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    I am going this week to a school with my Digital Coaches so I can see what I want to invest $ in. #APChat
    In reply to @kmtrangel
  • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    is that like LanSchool? (Spelling and terminology quite likely off) #apchat
    In reply to @derwood73
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    We use @goguardian. Has kept many of our students safe for sure! #apchat
    In reply to @derwood73, @goguardian
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5: We also created a STUDENT Tech Team. Every year they are resources for teachers and classes. Even 2nd graders can do it #AWESOME #APChat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Educators need to visit other educators to improve their craft. #apchat
    • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
      School visits to see it in action help (with any big initiative) #apchat
  • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    love it! #apchat
    In reply to @CynthiaSGannon
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Q6: Share out your favorite Google bloggers, presenters, and resources. #apchat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Check out Hacking Google for Educators. Coming out in a few weeks! #apchat #HackGoogleEdu
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A6: Each year on Jan. district PD day, we have our own Technology Showcase of all the great things OUR teachers are doing. #SDWOne #APChat
  • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Our district leadership is hands on-has online and in-person PD available. Thanks @keithmedlin ! #apchat
  • ChristinaAronen Apr 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Q6 #Alice Keeler is my favorite presenter for anything Google. Keeps up on current trends and is always pushing the Google envelope. #apchat
  • blocht574 Apr 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    YES!! #michED #APCHAT
    • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT
      Educators need to visit other educators to improve their craft. #apchat
      • kmtrangel Apr 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
        School visits to see it in action help (with any big initiative) #apchat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Great idea! #apchat
    • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT
      A6: Each year on Jan. district PD day, we have our own Technology Showcase of all the great things OUR teachers are doing. #SDWOne #APChat
  • HussTeach Apr 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A5: Leaders have to lead the charge. Too many behind in tech integration or tech in general. #apchat
  • MissKaylaYoung Apr 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Such a great idea! Keeping this idea! Thank you!! #APChat
    • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT
      A6: Each year on Jan. district PD day, we have our own Technology Showcase of all the great things OUR teachers are doing. #SDWOne #APChat
  • bradmcurrie Apr 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Thank you for joining us on #apchat. Have a great night!
  • jcwastler - Moderator Apr 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Shoutout to @bradmcurrie for hosting tonight. Honored to count him as a friend and colleague. #APChat
  • derwood73 Apr 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Thank you @bradmcurrie . Great chat. #APChat
  • ChristinaAronen Apr 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Q6 #alicekeeler is my favorite Google presenter, always pushes Google envelope and keeps up w current trends. #apchat
  • CynthiaSGannon Apr 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    You get some of your typical student leaders, in addition you get students that step up who TECHNOLOGY is their thing! #APChat
    In reply to @kmtrangel, @CMSRAMSPrin
  • MissKaylaYoung Apr 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Yes!! Leaders need to stay up to date! #APChat
    • HussTeach Apr 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
      A5: Leaders have to lead the charge. Too many behind in tech integration or tech in general. #apchat