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MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #COLchat! Are you ready for some #MondayMotivaton ? Tonight is the "Best of" with Qs abt #relationships, #trust, #empathy, & more

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to the best of #COLchat Reflections Please introduce yourself!! @MicheleCorbat @aj_hartley1

participatechat May 22 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #COLchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/NWKgefaCDz

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Rodney Hetherton #COLchat co-mod assistant superintendent @swartz_creek MI

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I'm one of your #COLchat moderators along with @RodneyHetherton & @aj_hartley1. Be sure to follow @COLchat2Action!

smarterteacher May 22 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Brian, Teaching #LEARNING through the 6 C's in @ScienceRoom229 @LaSallePas CA #tlap #colchat

Mr_Lisek May 22 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Good evening, #COLchat! Ryan in Flint, MI -- MS Soc. Studies.

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hi Ryan! #COLchat

In reply to @Mr_Lisek

SVelardis May 22 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Susan Velardi #colchat

WaltKozlowski May 22 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Been a while, but happy to be participating in #COLchat tonight. Walt, MS Principal, Macomb County, MI. #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi Susan! #COLchat

In reply to @SVelardis

HeidieC24 May 22 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Good Evening #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Happy to have you, Walt!! #COLchat

In reply to @WaltKozlowski

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Welcome to #COLchat

In reply to @WaltKozlowski

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi Heidie! #COLchat

In reply to @HeidieC24

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Welcome to #COLchat

In reply to @SVelardis

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Welcome to #COLchat

In reply to @Mr_Lisek

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Welcome to #COLchat

In reply to @smarterteacher, @ScienceRoom229, @LaSallePas

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Welcome to #COLchat

In reply to @HeidieC24

CivicsEngaged May 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Game on #COLchat

BradLatzke May 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Brad in Minnesota joining #colchat

Mr_Lisek May 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hello! Looks like a great topic tonight! #COLchat

In reply to @RodneyHetherton

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hello everyone glad you are with us tonight! #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Nick is in the house! #COLchat

In reply to @CivicsEngaged

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hi Brad! #COLchat

In reply to @BradLatzke

EduGladiators May 22 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Missed #EduGladiators LIVE w/#ImpactMatters @ZacharyJeans Catch the replay ⏭https://t.co/4JzTw6gGjI #USedchat #COLchat #TLAP #PIAChat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q1 coming up.... #COLchat

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Welcome to #COLchat

In reply to @CivicsEngaged

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q1 How can you build trusting relationships? #COLchat @TonySinanis

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Welcome to #COLchat

In reply to @BradLatzke

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Be intentional - make it a priority- be authentic. #COLchat

Loma4500 May 22 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hello #COLchat, im Logan, currently a senior at UF in a social media management class.

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Q1 How can you build trusting relationships? #COLchat

smarterteacher May 22 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A.1 Be authentic and transparent. #colchat

SVelardis May 22 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 show respect for others and what you do #colchat #USJEDUC570

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 Trust starts with openness, honesty, transparency, and a willingness to build. #COLchat

KarlBaresel May 22 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Q1- seek first to understand rather than be understood. #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 Build trusting relationships Through 1000s of small, purposeful interactions over time Know when to listen Know when to speak #COLchat

WaltKozlowski May 22 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1. Listen and hold confidence when appropriate. Follow through. Be transparent. Support - even when it's difficult. #COLchat

HeidieC24 May 22 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: Trust those you want to build said relationships with - also recognize colleagues as people first and care about them. #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Welcome Logan! #COLchat

In reply to @Loma4500

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Care about them... #COLchat

HeidieC24 May 22 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: Trust those you want to build said relationships with - also recognize colleagues as people first and care about them. #COLchat

KarlBaresel May 22 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 - Apologize to students when you mess up or lose your temper. #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Yes! And apologize to teammates too when this happens. #COLchat

KarlBaresel May 22 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 - Apologize to students when you mess up or lose your temper. #COLchat

DRich0696 May 22 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Dave joining #COLchat from IA and loving @RodneyHetherton new profile pic!

BradLatzke May 22 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 Nurturing, compassion, modeling, humor. Use all liberally. #colchat

SVelardis May 22 @ 9:11 PM EDT

"purposeful interactions" absolutely! #colchat #USJEDUC570

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 Build trusting relationships Through 1000s of small, purposeful interactions over time Know when to listen Know when to speak #COLchat

MrsLAnthony May 22 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1-Be authentic. It's that simple! #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 In order to trust you also have to be trustworthy. #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Hi Dave... #COLchat

In reply to @DRich0696

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:12 PM EDT

It is that simple... #COLchat

MrsLAnthony May 22 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1-Be authentic. It's that simple! #COLchat

WaltKozlowski May 22 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Key!!! #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 In order to trust you also have to be trustworthy. #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Hey Dave! Thanks for joining! #COLchat

In reply to @RodneyHetherton, @DRich0696

KarlBaresel May 22 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 Be yourself. Let your walls down and let others in. It is worth the risk. #COLchat

JimSarto May 22 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#COLchat Jim from NJ

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Hi Jim. Welcome! #COLchat

In reply to @JimSarto

DRich0696 May 22 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I assume we're about done for the summer so I need to get my #COLchat fix before the withdrawal begins.

In reply to @MicheleCorbat, @RodneyHetherton

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2 How is fear preventing you from your creative potential? Name one way you will overcome fear. #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Come and get it...maybe @aj_hartley1 & @MicheleCorbat will get in a rap and break dance battle for you. #COLchat

In reply to @DRich0696, @MicheleCorbat, @aj_hartley1, @MicheleCorbat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Yep. I need a little bit of #COLchat in my life too.

In reply to @DRich0696, @RodneyHetherton

CivicsEngaged May 22 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1: Mindful that it "Ain't ever 'bout me" is best way to invite others ... Take the time to be more intentional #COLchat

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: One way to overcome FEAR is to build a strong team of ppl that are fearless and help one another take risks. #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 Fear of letting someone down stops me sometimes. Sometimes I overcome this with positive self-talk. Sometimes I don't. #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Q2 How is fear preventing you from your creative potential? Name one way you will overcome fear. #COLchat @morgetron

DRich0696 May 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: Don't we all fear change on some level - need to get out of our comfort zone to truly grow. #risk #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Yes, we (i) do. #COLchat

In reply to @DRich0696

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT

We all need a little COL in our lives! #COLchat

In reply to @MicheleCorbat, @DRich0696

Loma4500 May 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1: Trusting is hard, but it is the key to a successful relationship #COLchat

shirky17 May 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#colchat A2 can you name your fear???

Mr_Lisek May 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1: Be vulnerable and genuine. Show compassion and be honest with both Ss and Ts. #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Get out of that comfort zone!! #COLchat

DRich0696 May 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: Don't we all fear change on some level - need to get out of our comfort zone to truly grow. #risk #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A little bit of #COLchat in the sun. A little bit of Tweeting all night long.... (mambo number 5)

In reply to @RodneyHetherton, @DRich0696

SVelardis May 22 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: must be willing to take risks, seek advice from colleagues and admin and listen to it #colchat #USJEDUC570

MrsLAnthony May 22 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Yes, Dave!! Exactly what I was thinking.#colchat

In reply to @RodneyHetherton

DRich0696 May 22 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I hear a quote from The Waterboy..."You can do it" - that's your self-talk, Michelle, but probably in a rap version. #COLchat

In reply to @MicheleCorbat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 As naturally introverted, a lot of the crazy stuff I do is out of my comfort zone. #practice #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Definitely! I find that this happens best when I have trusting relationships with my team. #COLchat

In reply to @SVelardis

KarlBaresel May 22 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Try one little thing that you have never done before each day #colchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I am still amazed that you are introverted. The practice you have done has definitely helped. #COLchat

In reply to @RodneyHetherton

HeidieC24 May 22 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: Fearing failure inhibits creativity. Follow the advice I give kids - failing is learning optimally and causes creativity #COLchat

SVelardis May 22 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2 positive self reflection #colchat

JimSarto May 22 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#COLchat Have the confidence to fear and overcome.... Learn individually and as a team

mwmedvinsky May 22 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 it's not as scary if you don't do it alone. We are #bettertogether #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@Jim_Kitchen and I are here to pump you up... Took the Meyers/Briggs 3 times. #COLchat

In reply to @MicheleCorbat, @Jim_Kitchen

mwmedvinsky May 22 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Sorry I'm late #COLchat papa duty tonight. But I made it!

WaltKozlowski May 22 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2: A little contingency planning never hurts. "If it works, then . . .. "If it doesn't, then . . .." #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Hey there Michael. Nice to have you with us!! #COLchat

In reply to @mwmedvinsky

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3 How might you practice empathy instead of sympathy? #COLchat

Mr_Lisek May 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: We never want to fail at anything. It's natural to fear. We need to learn to trust our intuition and try new things. #COLchat

KarlBaresel May 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 - Great things rarely happen in comfort zones. #colchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT

The connections through #COLchat can be life-changing. Connect with and follow others to push your thinking.

BradLatzke May 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 “It's a terrible thing, I think, in life to wait until you're ready . . . no one is ever ready to do anything." Hugh Laurie #colchat

mwmedvinsky May 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Hi Rodney, nice to be here tonight :) #COLchat

In reply to @RodneyHetherton

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT

For sure! My health does not improve in my 'comfort zone'. Time to get out of it. #COLchat

In reply to @KarlBaresel

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT

TRUST your intuition... #COLchat

Mr_Lisek May 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: We never want to fail at anything. It's natural to fear. We need to learn to trust our intuition and try new things. #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Q3 How might you practice empathy instead of sympathy? #COLchat

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: Study up on what exactly Empathy is...reflect on how decision impact others. #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Q3 How might you practice empathy instead of sympathy? #COLchat @dbuckedu

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Hey Michael! So glad you are with us! #COLchat

In reply to @mwmedvinsky, @RodneyHetherton

WaltKozlowski May 22 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: Ask, "How would it feel if it were me? How would I respond?" Then do it. #COLchat

JimSarto May 22 @ 9:22 PM EDT

#COLchat Put yourself in their shoes .... then what would u do?

SVelardis May 22 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 stay out of the judgement zone, so often we jump to conclusions about others #COLchat #USJEDUC570

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 Practice understanding what someone is going through and not just feeling sorry for them! #COLchat

mwmedvinsky May 22 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Me too Michele! Thanks! #COLchat

In reply to @MicheleCorbat, @RodneyHetherton

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3 When I am intentional showing that #otherpeoplematter I am better able to practice empathy. Listening. Being there. #COLchat @PosProject

HeidieC24 May 22 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: Continue to study empathetic leaders and try to be even better #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3 Every kid, every adult is walking into your building with a story and a past. Are you understanding them? #COLchat

mwmedvinsky May 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 ask questions and listen to understand rather than respond. It's not about you. #COLchat

DRich0696 May 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: Listening is the key to empathy - just be still and practice wait time. #easytosayhardtodo #COLchat

KarlBaresel May 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 - remember that everyone has their own story. We never know the whole thing #colchat

SVelardis May 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 listening is a prevalent theme tonight... #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Powerful. This is essential and takes time to get to know the stories. I will never stop trying to learn all of them. #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3 Every kid, every adult is walking into your building with a story and a past. Are you understanding them? #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT

It's not about you - love this. #COLchat

mwmedvinsky May 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 ask questions and listen to understand rather than respond. It's not about you. #COLchat

BradLatzke May 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 Hugs work well regardless if you're being empathetic or sympathetic. #colchat

MrsLAnthony May 22 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3- Empathy happens when we place ourselves in the situation of others. Sharing similar experiences builds trust and connections...#colchat

SVelardis May 22 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Even Olaf loves warm hugs! #Colchat

MrDataGuy May 22 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Most would agree, others might agree with this quote"they sicken of the calm who know the storm" Parker #colchat embrace change

In reply to @DRich0696

JimSarto May 22 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#COLchat When u close that classroom door to begin class, you have 20 students mentally, physically, & emotionally different... connect

CivicsEngaged May 22 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3/4: education roles defined a century ago don't encourage much creativity. Empathy helps shift focus to ppl & how we can help. #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Shift the focus...use empathy. #COLchat

CivicsEngaged May 22 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3/4: education roles defined a century ago don't encourage much creativity. Empathy helps shift focus to ppl & how we can help. #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Q4 How can you practice doing what is best for learning, no matter how difficult it may appear? #COLchat @mwmedvinsky

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:28 PM EDT

As principal, I think abt this with my whole school. Connecting with my colleagues AND students=GOALS! #COLchat

JimSarto May 22 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#COLchat When u close that classroom door to begin class, you have 20 students mentally, physically, & emotionally different... connect

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:28 PM EDT

#listening #COLchat

SVelardis May 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 listening is a prevalent theme tonight... #COLchat

Loma4500 May 22 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3 Not everything is about YOU, listen to others and take mental notes #COLchat

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4: Determine as a school community what is best for kids- then align every practice, behavior, decision, action to this belief. #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q4 How can you practice doing what is best for learning, no matter how difficult it may appear? #COLchat

DavidJHuber May 22 @ 9:29 PM EDT

What a great point. Reminds me of a Robin Williams quote so important to remember #COLchat

In reply to @RodneyHetherton

Jim_Kitchen May 22 @ 9:30 PM EDT

This is great wisdom!!!@RodneyHetherton #colchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3 Every kid, every adult is walking into your building with a story and a past. Are you understanding them? #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4 Always always always consider the students. #kidsdeserveit #COLchat

DRich0696 May 22 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: Put others first - ask for input before decisions are made. #COLchat

SVelardis May 22 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4 set aside personal fears/goals and put the students first #colchat

KarlBaresel May 22 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4 - Always keep the students at the center of the work. Adult egos like to get in the way #colchat

CivicsEngaged May 22 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4: Experiment. We need to make what is best for learning best for school - too often not the same thing. #COLchat

mwmedvinsky May 22 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4 goes back to our common theme of listening. Listen to learners ideas & ask questions. This will inform your doing. Hard or easy #COLchat

HeidieC24 May 22 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4: Learning is what we are supposed to be doing every minute of everyday Ss, Ts, Admin - the hard work is settling on the what #colchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4 Start with the end in mind...what do I want my Ss to learn? #COLchat

MrDataGuy May 22 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4: When doing what is best for learning there must be evidence that it IS the best for learning. Not the best because I say so #colchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q5 How will you share with others? How will you allow your transparency to influence the trust on your team? #COLchat

WaltKozlowski May 22 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4: Be strong in convictions & clear in purpose. Do what it takes to bring others along without creating resentment.Starts w/ trust.#COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4 Be a passionate about learning, create purposeful & authentic connections, give choice and voice! #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A5 I share through Twitter, my weekly Smore to my team with my "Mindful moment" & face to face. #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q5 How will you share with others? How will you allow your transparency to influence the trust on your team? #COLchat @MrsLAnthony

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A5: Allow ppl to get to know you and take time to get to know them. We need to be better at this in education. #COLchat

watertankmath May 22 @ 9:35 PM EDT

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BradLatzke May 22 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4 We should all have a personal mantra that keeps learning and learners foremost in our mind. Helps ease difficult situations. #colchat

WaltKozlowski May 22 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A5: Stories of things that didn't go according to plan & the lessons learned, as well as successes upon which we can build. #COLchat

DRich0696 May 22 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A5: Ask questions - hopefully when we ask and listen others will do the same. Be vulnerable and share failures. #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4 Every child is somebody's whole world. Making decisions to support student learning & not adult egos is the right thing to do. #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A5 I share thanks, celebrations, thoughts, and articles every Monday with @swartz_creek admin. #COLchat

Loma4500 May 22 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4 Students are the future of this country #COLchat

SVelardis May 22 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5 Allowing others to view you critically and discuss in an open, meaningful, "safe" way to make change #colchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A5 Have face to face conversations. #listen #COLchat

Ben_educating May 22 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5) We will be sending out a survey to get feedback from staff about their admin...share results & examine how we can improve #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:40 PM EDT

So important to create that safe environment! #COLchat

SVelardis May 22 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5 Allowing others to view you critically and discuss in an open, meaningful, "safe" way to make change #colchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:41 PM EDT

I just sent a survey to my team to give me honest feedback about my areas of strength and areas for growth. #COLchat

In reply to @Ben_educating

MrsLAnthony May 22 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A5,Be willing to do what we ask of our students. I require #teachingtuesday and a senior exit presentation and I present as well. #COLchat

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q6 Can creativity exist without trust? How can you build on a relationship that will advocate for creativity? #COLchat

CivicsEngaged May 22 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5: For a profession built on relshps, we struggle way too much w basic transparency re our direction & ideas. new ideas needed! #COLchat

Ben_educating May 22 @ 9:42 PM EDT

I know some answers will be tough to hear, but so important to accept the reality & plan to improve #COLchat

In reply to @MicheleCorbat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:42 PM EDT

What do you think @Randy_Speck? #COLchat :)

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q6 Can creativity exist without trust? How can you build on a relationship that will advocate for creativity? #COLchat

mwmedvinsky May 22 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5 I leave artifacts and toys on my desk that spark conversations. A learner picking up a sea shell turns into a connection #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q6 Can creativity exist without trust? How can you build on a relationship that will advocate for creativity? #COLchat @RodneyHetherton

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A6: Individuality can exist- collaborative creativity cannot. #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q6 Can creativity exist without trust? How can you build on a relationship that will advocate for creativity? #COLchat

CivicsEngaged May 22 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6: Creativity in our profession is better w trust. Ppl take their talent/creativity elsewhere if not valued in profession. #Truth #COLchat

DRich0696 May 22 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6: Creativity is tough without taking risks and risks don't happen without trust. Build trust in all relationships. #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6 Trust, creativity, relationships all require some amount of risk. #COLchat

SVelardis May 22 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6 Trust, listening, and welcoming new ideas....seeing the bigger picture. #colchat #USJEDUC570

mwmedvinsky May 22 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6 Creativity has do w trusting yourself. Trusting you will come out the other side happy. More people you trust=bigger safety net #COLchat

DRich0696 May 22 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6: Encourage and model risk-taking. Be vulnerable and fail publicly. #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:47 PM EDT

You know you have built a trusting & creative relationship if you feel the joy! #COLchat

In reply to @mwmedvinsky

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Not just fail, fail publicly. #powerful #COLchat

DRich0696 May 22 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6: Encourage and model risk-taking. Be vulnerable and fail publicly. #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Failing publicly is hard! People are more understanding when they trust you and your intentions first. #COLchat

In reply to @DRich0696

CivicsEngaged May 22 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A6: build creativity by laughing & enjoying process. Have some fun. Ldrs who encourage fun in May = win. Wear it on ur sleeve. #COLchat

Ben_educating May 22 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A6) The best creativity comes out when there is a safe environment which is when there is strong trust. #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q7 TAKE ACTION: How will you create a culture of learning in your school this week? #COLchat

mwmedvinsky May 22 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A6 important to share failures as often as you share wins. Often hard to do. It looks and feels better when "everything is awesome" #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q7 TAKE ACTION: How will you create a culture of learning in your school this week? #COLchat

brendino2 May 22 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A6 #colchat To play devils advocate, creativity can be outlet for broken trust however sustained healthy creativity is built on trust!

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q6 Can creativity exist without trust? How can you build on a relationship that will advocate for creativity? #COLchat

SVelardis May 22 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Good point Brendan, I agree. #colchat

MrsLAnthony May 22 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6, Creativity happens when we take risks. It's easier when trust is present, but that is not always the case.#COLchat #colchat

DRich0696 May 22 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A7: I plan to build student self-confidence. Student writing is culmination of a year's worth of practice and feedback #bepositive #COLchat

CivicsEngaged May 22 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A7: frankly, using my sense of humor to finish strong. Eager to create/redefine my role for future helps me stay mindful of COL #Colchat

mwmedvinsky May 22 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A7 Our last full week. Many project still underway. I will ask Qs & listen for understanding. 8 more days to make a difference #COLchat

SVelardis May 22 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A7 Show my students I value all the hard work they have completed, reward their efforts! Par-tay! #colchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Thank you to the amazing @MicheleCorbat & @aj_hartley1 for keeping #COLchat rocking and rolling tonight.

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A7 I will create a COL until the last day by celebrating the progress of my team and Ss this year (#goodcallshome, f2f feedback) #COLchat

WaltKozlowski May 22 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A7: Ask the questions that need to be asked of the people who need to be asked. #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Thanks to all who joined #COLchat tonight & to my co-mods @aj_hartley1 & @RodneyHetherton for the #MondayMotivaton

aj_hartley1 - Moderator May 22 @ 9:57 PM EDT

TY to @RodneyHetherton & @MicheleCorbat for collaborating on the best chat ever! #COLchat

MicheleCorbat - Moderator May 22 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Be sure to join #COLchat on June 5th before we break for the summer! We are working on a very special chat! @RodneyHetherton @aj_hartley1

SVelardis May 22 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Thanks all! That was great fun for my first edchat! #colchat #USJEDUC570

DRich0696 May 22 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks for your continued support in building our COLs @RodneyHetherton @MicheleCorbat @aj_hartley1 #COLchat

RodneyHetherton - Moderator May 22 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Glad you could join us! #COLchat

In reply to @SVelardis

MrsLAnthony May 22 @ 9:59 PM EDT

My action is to finish strong and to let my seniors know that I'm here if they fall or just need some encouragement.#finishstrong #colchat