#ProDriven Archive

The mission of this chat is to empower ALL educators that strive to embark on their own learning journeys.

Tuesday November 27, 2018
9:00 PM EST

  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Introduce yourself to #prodriven peeps and let us know What’s your favorite thing to do in the snow?
  • heARTISTatWORK Nov 27 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Hi I’m Kate from Florida and we lack snow but I love building sand castles at the beach #ProDriven
  • PreK33 Nov 27 @ 9:02 PM EST
    I used to love snow skiing, before I jacked up both knees. #ProDriven
    In reply to @MrsStephenson3
  • DanKos3 Nov 27 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Dan from Wisconsin. My favorite thing to do in the snow?🤔 Definitely not shoveling. Sledding with the kid. #prodriven
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Q1: What #prodriven journey are you on currently?
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Hi everyone! I am Lindsay, an instructional coach from KS. I am also your moderator tonight. We had a blizzard and did LOTS of sledding this past weekend!#prodriven
  • bkulak11 Nov 27 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Hey y'all! Brian, K-5 principal from Jersey. In snow: playing with the kids and then coming in for hot coffee! #Prodriven
  • tracyscottkelly Nov 27 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Tracy Kelly. I am a SPED teacher in California. Ski. #ProDriven
  • mjjohnson1216 Nov 27 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Meredith joining from SW Florida. It is chilly here for us tonight but as @heARTISTatWORK we sure don't have any snow! I grew up in MN and had more than enough of it then. #ProDriven
  • tracyscottkelly Nov 27 @ 9:05 PM EST
    A1. I am currently developing my writing skills. #ProDriven
  • mjjohnson1216 Nov 27 @ 9:05 PM EST
    As a child my brothers and I would often build snow forts deep into the drifts. #ProDriven
  • bkulak11 Nov 27 @ 9:05 PM EST
    A1: Two, actually. Trying to improve every day as a leader AND preparing for the launch of my first book, Level Up Leadership: Advance Your EduGame in January! #Prodriven
  • MrNunesteach Nov 27 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Scott from Cali! I am with @bkulak11 and his answer! #prodriven
  • PreK33 Nov 27 @ 9:06 PM EST
    A1: I am going to be hostessing my first #FiresideChat this Thursday!! #ProDriven
    In reply to @MrsStephenson3
  • heARTISTatWORK Nov 27 @ 9:06 PM EST
    A1: I am currently on a journey of finding my educational teaching path...I love what I do and I love art but something is missing. I don’t know what it is exactly and am letting life bring me to discover it #ProDriven
  • DanKos3 Nov 27 @ 9:06 PM EST
    For Ss - Helping my district transition to standards-based grading. For me - revamping my #flipclass to include different styles of assessments in each unit. #ProDriven
  • MrNunesteach Nov 27 @ 9:07 PM EST
    A1: I am working on building my #PLN , growing as an educator/person, and sharing my gifts through conference participation and PD. #prodriven
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:07 PM EST
    LOVE THIS!!! Tell us more! #ProDriven
    In reply to @DanKos3
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:08 PM EST
    That is a lot of goals! Love your enthusiasm! #prodriven
    In reply to @MrNunesteach
  • mjjohnson1216 Nov 27 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1. I am trying to learn all I can about what educators most like in a chat so I can incorporate that into the one I moderate. Listening and learning with others! #ProDriven
  • theteachingcurc Nov 27 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1: Whats my next step professionally? I have zero interest in becoming a principal - but I am intrigued by training teachers, especially with unit/lesson design.. but not curriculum design, more of the creative side of it.. or maybe English PhD? (See?) #Prodriven
    In reply to @MrsStephenson3
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1: I am focusing my instructional coaching on coaching cycles and creating a larger impact on learning in my building. #prodriven
  • theteachingcurc Nov 27 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Mark from PA! My favorite thing to do in the snow is actually shovel it while listening to podcasts... no? Only one? #Prodriven
  • mjjohnson1216 Nov 27 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Here are the stages in being professionally driven if it will help anyone ... #ProDriven
  • MrNunesteach Nov 27 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Hey #prodriven I have to run for a moment! I am going to be co-moderating #CUEChat tonight, and need to prep! It will be my 1st time! Wish me well!
  • DanKos3 Nov 27 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Ss-been SBG myself for 4 years. Coworker getting admin license used it as a project and district is going with it. Focusing on HS and MS. Me-used #pbl (problem and project), test, case study, student choice this semester. Great results #ProDriven
    In reply to @MrsStephenson3
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Q2: How does your PLC motivate you in your #prodriven learning?
  • mjjohnson1216 Nov 27 @ 9:11 PM EST
    You might want to use these directions for increasing your #PLN by following those who make an impact during a chat. #ProDriven
    In reply to @MrNunesteach
  • DanKos3 Nov 27 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Same...but I don’t want to leave the classroom. Rock meet hard place. #prodriven
    In reply to @theteachingcurc, @MrsStephenson3
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A2: I am lucky to have a bunch of awesome coaches to PLC with. We are supportive of each other and help each other grow. Each bldg is different, so we are able to put our heads together and help everyone in our group. #prodriven
  • bkulak11 Nov 27 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A2: My PLN encouraged me to begin to present more, to write more, and to mentor more. Each has helped me grow in ways I wouldn't have predicted just a few short years ago. #prodriven
  • PreK33 Nov 27 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A2: I am thankful every day for my PLC!! Whenever I question my abilities, my PLC is always there to bring me up! #ProDriven
    In reply to @MrsStephenson3
  • tracyscottkelly Nov 27 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A2. They keep me motivated to perform to the best of my ability. #ProDriven
  • heARTISTatWORK Nov 27 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A2: at school I’m the only art teacher so there is no one to bounce my ideas and needs off of but this Twitter #PLN has been an absolute blessing giving me cheerleaders mentors support new ideas and a platform to use my voice #ProDriven
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:12 PM EST
    I am a high school instructional coach. I am in a single bldg and am in classrooms all the time. It fills my bucket so to speak and I am training Ts daily. #prodriven
    In reply to @DanKos3, @theteachingcurc
  • mjjohnson1216 Nov 27 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A2. I was sure surprised during the dozens of interviews I had to hire teachers when they didn't know what a PLC even was! #ProDriven
  • DanKos3 Nov 27 @ 9:14 PM EST
    All the ideas (it’s why I am using different assessments with each unit). Seeing what some of the awesome educators are using. Helping support others through chats and connections. #ProDriven
  • Rdene915 Nov 27 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Coming up in 15 minutes! 930 eastern. Let's brainstorm, 4 scenarios, what would you do? #tlap #tnedchat #learnlap #xplap #4OCFPLN #edugladiators #teachbetter #masterychat #pln365 #shiftthis #ProDriven #MLMagical #my53s
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:15 PM EST
    I guess they will learn quickly! Hard to find a job where you aren't expected to be part of a PLC. #prodriven
    In reply to @mjjohnson1216
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Q3: What ways does your PLC contribute to your #prodriven journey?
  • mjjohnson1216 Nov 27 @ 9:15 PM EST
    I have been in Districts where teachers in a low incidence subject traveled, on a rotating basis, to one location so they could have a PLC meeting. #ProDriven
    In reply to @heARTISTatWORK
  • DanKos3 Nov 27 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Do you still teach the kids? That’s the part I would miss. #ProDriven
    In reply to @MrsStephenson3, @theteachingcurc
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:15 PM EST
    We have our singletons meet via web or in person (their choice) once a month. #prodriven
    In reply to @mjjohnson1216, @heARTISTatWORK
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:16 PM EST
    I do. I try to stay in the classrooms modeling new strategies. Tomorrow I am modeling AVID reading strategies in study skills and teaching health insruance in finance. #prodriven
    In reply to @DanKos3, @theteachingcurc
  • theteachingcurc Nov 27 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2: Twitter. Instagram. Teachers all over the place with solid ideas and resources that I try to utilize immediately! #Prodriven
    In reply to @MrsStephenson3
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:17 PM EST
    interesting! I was referring to Professional Learning Communities within districts or buildings, but PLNs fill the same need. :) #prodriven
    In reply to @theteachingcurc
  • tracyscottkelly Nov 27 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A3. They provide feedback. Sometimes it is positive and sometimes they give important criticism. #ProDriven
  • bkulak11 Nov 27 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A3: Well, I did get to have drinks with tonight's esteemed moderator! I think our PLN is really good at lifting each other up, promoting each other's work, and sharing everything we have with each other. #prodriven
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:18 PM EST
    I used to be an ELA T. Now I get to support and teach lessons in all subjects. I basically collaborate for a living now. I love it. #prodriven
    In reply to @theteachingcurc, @DanKos3
  • DanKos3 Nov 27 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Can I use my answer for Q2? New ideas and validation of thought process. Support when needed. #ProDriven
  • theteachingcurc Nov 27 @ 9:19 PM EST
    I love creative collaboration... I’m actually launching a podcast in 2019 regarding his lessons are designed! #Prodriven
    In reply to @MrsStephenson3, @DanKos3
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Q3: My PLCs push me to think and continue to innovate to grow with them and on my own. One of my fellow coaches helped me to create a coaching cycle student based goal sign up for my Ts. #prodriven
  • mjjohnson1216 Nov 27 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Ah, now I understand! We stopped that model of PLCs being held where 'special' teachers covered for joint PLC meeting teachers for this very reason. We created a complex schedule during our early release Wed. so everyone without a classroom rotated into gr. level PLCs #ProDriven
    In reply to @heARTISTatWORK
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:20 PM EST
    getting feedback from our peers is so important for our growth. What an important part of the #prodriven journey in reflection.
    In reply to @tracyscottkelly
  • theteachingcurc Nov 27 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Q3: I read all the time about Ts who become leaders outside of the classroom, presenters who travel the country, and/or respected college professors in their fields... I’m 31, and my journey is definitely one or all of these. Guidance/networking help anyone? #Prodriven
    In reply to @MrsStephenson3
  • PreK33 Nov 27 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A3: @jbretzmann @kennybosch have been my guiding stars. First, they invited me to moderate a chat. Next, they included my story in #StoriesInEdu . They also encouraged my to hostess #FiresideChat this coming Thursday evening!! #ProDriven
    In reply to @MrsStephenson3, @jbretzmann, @kennybosch
  • heARTISTatWORK Nov 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A3: well this #PLN pushes every to try things I never thought I’d do in my life...it’s given me courage and it may be composed of virtual connections but they are some of the most special I’ve had...I’ve found a tribe and am sailing in a fleet 😊#ProDriven
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Q4: What is your PLC focusing on right now? #prodriven
  • tracyscottkelly Nov 27 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A4. In the classroom, we are focusing on increasing our student's reading ability. #prodriven
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A4: Right now our PLCs are focusing on unpacking standards and creating plans for reaching mastery. I work with many departments and they all enlighten me! #prodriven
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Q5: What kind of impact would your PLC have if everyone focused on a similar journey? Or a different one? #prodriven
  • PreK33 Nov 27 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A4: I am a party of one so I don't have a PLC...🙄 #prodriven
    In reply to @MrsStephenson3
  • bkulak11 Nov 27 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A4: We're working on #SEL and adapting to a new special education program in our building. I'm proud of how hard my teachers are working on the latter. It's a shift, for sure, but a necessary one. #prodriven
  • heARTISTatWORK Nov 27 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A4: in my world I’m focusing on making sure my students are empowered to try, courageously fail, and know I am with them 110% of the way. #ProDriven
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A4: I also am focusing on rewriting our district instructional playbook with my coaches PLC and analyzing instruction in our district. #prodriven. Has me looking deeper into Hattie's research.
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Do you have state SEL standards? #prodriven
    In reply to @bkulak11
  • tracyscottkelly Nov 27 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A5. If we stayed on task, and focused on the kids, they would be more engaged learners. #prodriven
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:27 PM EST
    I went to a PLC conference last month and one of their norms was to focus on data and strategies to improve student learning. LOVED that as a Norm! #prodriven
    In reply to @tracyscottkelly
  • DanKos3 Nov 27 @ 9:27 PM EST
    We are doing a similar one right now, SBG. While what we are writing is different, the outcome will be the same. Rigid learning with a more flexible timeframe. We work together. When it’s different we are more isolated. #ProDriven
  • PreK33 Nov 27 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A5: My personal journey is trauma-informed/trauma-responsive. Our impact would be so huge if everyone bought in. Children would feel loved, understood, and empowered! #prodriven
    In reply to @MrsStephenson3
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:28 PM EST
    What is a FLASH BLOG #prodriven chatters may be asking: 1. Normal chat starts at 8pm 2. After approx 5 qtns we stop 3. Blog on ur blog, doc, etc 4. 9pm Share ur blog Tonight we chat/blog about PLCs and #prodriven journey!
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Okay everyone... this is a new phase of the chat. We break from chat and blog on how we are influenced by our peers (PLN, PLC, whatever you wanna call it) and then post your blog. It can be a doc, website, whatever. we just write and share! #prodriven
    • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:28 PM EST
      What is a FLASH BLOG #prodriven chatters may be asking: 1. Normal chat starts at 8pm 2. After approx 5 qtns we stop 3. Blog on ur blog, doc, etc 4. 9pm Share ur blog Tonight we chat/blog about PLCs and #prodriven journey!
  • jbretzmann Nov 27 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Thanks for the shoutout Kris. You do great work & we love sharing your story in the #storiesinedu book https://t.co/EyWXyGFrod and hearing more from you on the podcast! https://t.co/rZSYqkmMFr YOU ARE #PRODRIVEN ! https://t.co/ONGpV6n6mj
    In reply to @PreK33, @MrsStephenson3, @kennybosch
  • jbormann3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Enjoying tonight #ProDriven chat? Join us and be a moderator :) We would love to have you lead! Sign up for a date here -> https://t.co/FYwlOE6emn
  • theteachingcurc Nov 27 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A5: Unfortunately, I do believe a lot of PLCs are very ego-driven, and you rarely find helpful members (unless they’re on twitter). I just scroll through all the time and see TPT teachers who want one thing - and collaboration isn’t it. #Prodriven
    In reply to @MrsStephenson3
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:31 PM EST
    When data becomes the focus of discussion it tends to help the move for learning over the complaining that sometimes happens. I challenge ppl sometimes," so what data are we looking at today? " #prodriven
    In reply to @theteachingcurc
  • theteachingcurc Nov 27 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Unfortunately, I don’t have a blog as of yet. I’m honestly worried about my thoughts offending others and placing my young self in hot water... even though my intent is to NOT garner arguments, we live in a trigger world - even in education! #Prodriven
    In reply to @MrsStephenson3
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Q6: What recommendations do you have to improve how PLCs affect the individual’s professional learning journey? #prodriven
  • bkulak11 Nov 27 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A6: The best way to get the most out of any PLC is to lead one. #prodriven
  • MrsStephenson3 - Moderator Nov 27 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Here is my blog on tonight's #prodriven chat! Thank you everyone for sharing and making us all better in education! https://t.co/NoqXhE1AMl
  • Rdene915 Nov 27 @ 9:44 PM EST
    Still time to join in #teachermyth tonight, 2 more scenarios to go and a bonus! #4OCFPLN #ProDriven #xplap #tlap #my53s