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Wednesday March 9, 2016
For the next hour, I will pontificating and pondering with some great eduleaders @ . You will see a ton of tweets from me.
It is time for ! Tonight we discuss teams in education. Please introduce yourself and share who your favorite team is?
nothing wrong with that!!
Sierra, special ed student at Ohio University.
Good evening everyone in , my favorite team is the pride of Peninsula, The Woodridge Bulldogs!
JonSmith chiming in until the tweeting device dies! Tech dude. Favorite teams and of course team
Kevin, HS English from Highland. Buckeye fan, Pittsburgh fan. Comic relief. Food consumer. Over-zealous lifter. Coffee junkie
she's in! Welcome, Tricia!
Jacki here! Ready for Favorite team-I was raised to be a Yankee fan. And I pretend that I went to OU
that's big time there! Welcome back, Cole. Glad to see the disclaimer. Bring it!
Kendrick Myers, AP at Opelika High School in AL support where I learn
Jenny in from Toledo for ! Grew up in Minnesota, so I'm a Gopher fan!
Jenny in from Toledo for ! Grew up in Minnesota, so I'm a Gopher fan!
Ryan Rismiller, Assistant Principal Marion Harding High School, Green Bay Packers
Hi Lori, Assistant Principal from Canal Winchester, OH ....favorite sports team Indianapolis COLTS and ND Fightin' Irish!
Aric, principal at Groveport Madison HS. It's baseball season...and my team is
Tricia Ebner, GIS from Stark County. Fave teams: OSU and IU--gotta honor my Hoosier roots a bit!
Adam Cottos, 5/6 social studies, St. Michael, Independence, OH...and sadly, the Browns...
I love it when a plan comes together.
welcome, Sierra! Glad to have you back, and your perspective!
Hey everybody - Don - MS Principal Long Island
Howard Crawford, Head of Middle School, Hancock Day School, Savannah, GA. FO PATRIOTS!
Of course, I my beloved Miami Redhawks deserve their own tweet!
Hey I'm Brett, HS T from CLE. Favorite team is NOT the
Sorry about the Browns. But, welcome anyway
Wait! Is it time? Can I join in for a few minutes??
we are gluttons for punishment.
Samantha, the other half of the team with Buckeyes, Browns, and Cavs... 2/3 isn't too bad?!
Hello my friend! ;) Hope things are great for you!
Lori, professional development specialist... Let's Go Steelers!!!
all good, Adam. You are not alone. Lots of participants love that team on the lake!
Another stellar day of free agency.
Welcome! My nephews are growing up in the great state of MN--and are Gopher fans. (And Vikings & Twins fans, too.)
Ready for !!! Since most of my paycheck goes to OSU, I'll have to say I'm a Buckeye fan!!!! 😂⭕️🙌🏼❕⭕️
YEA! Baseball is back! Welcome, Aric! Glad you are here!
Always great to learn from this great group
Heyyyyy! Lindsy here! Principal from IL!
tuition or football tickets? :-)
Hello -- Dennis -- Middle School Principal from Long Island, NY. (Go !)
I was fortunate to work with when he was a student at https://t.co/0ESJsKUdZX
Lori, professional development specialist... Let's Go Steelers!!!
I coached against him. Didn't go well
No'el, English teacher at New Lexington HS...sports?!? I've got nothing...
always cool to see a fellow ELA teacher in here
Hi . Carol ELA Consultant from Long Island here for a short time. Just returned home from 2 day conference
Greetings! AP in Sunbury, OH - Favorite team = tOSU & Browns (who lose more starters in one year than most HS teams)
Hello, . Kevin Director in .
Awesome to have you here, Dennis! We need our peeps to represent!
Glad you're here! Welcome
My AP and I are a great team - - strong relationship/trust -- consistent vision
team can take on many forms, from Personalized Learning to just help out and being a team player https://t.co/TtlH79A15G
1st day of NFL free agency. Or in Cleveland, the 1st day the good players leave.
welcome, John! Great challenge going on. Thanks for the tags!
A1: Define team in 140 characters? Just read a whole chapter on teams in my grad class.
A1 my team is the great staff with whom I work! Teachers, aides, custodians, transportation, district staff all focused on Ss
A1: As an SPED Teacher, we have a team that surrounds the student; co-teaching, I work with my partner to deliver instruction
it's awesome to see everyone working as part of the team, supporting each other with classroom ideas as well as general support
A1: We are all part of the "Team" and I see myself as the coach. However, success depends on everyone playing pivotal roles
A1 Team implies a shared belief in mission
So true! https://t.co/9diddTiJtg
A1: Define team in 140 characters? Just read a whole chapter on teams in my grad class.
A1: my teams are multi-layered, multi-leveled, multi-subject, student centered, content driven, need focused, dedicated educators!
A1: a group of people with everyone else's best interests in mind. Willing to sacrifice self for the group.
the brains behind the operation! Welcome, Boss!
There's at least one who needs to go! He's not a team player.
A1: Team: Group of Ts in science, social studies, lang arts, & math who share a group of Ss & collab on academics & S needs.
A1-A group of people who are going in the same direction but are ok w/ challenging eachother-failing together-lrning together
A1)Alone, I can't have all the answers.It essential to have teams to define&move the school.They are critical to sustaining growth
A1: My team is my SQUAD. My Ss and the best co-teacher Then we add the entire ILC staff. DOMINATE
A1: I have lots of teams! My department, my prof. learning team and I feel each class I teach is a team that works together!!
A1: Each person is a component in the success and we have to move in sync to ensure that success.
A1: The admin. team - important to collaborate, share, and learn from one another...vital to create a shared vision w/ 1 voice
Ed Kemnitzer, Executive Assistant for Technology Integration in Massapequa, New York. Excited to chat here.
oh-boy. Stay focused . We have an A-team video in the thread!
A1: a group that is working together for the common good. Helps with having more voices with delivery of more impact
agreed --- many teams in a good school
A1 Def. 2: Admins, Ts, & Ss working together toward learning, celebrating successes & learning from mistakes.
A1: Team: a group of people that are actively committed to Ss for the Ss' benefit.
A1: Team is where everyone has a shared vision and a relentless pursuit of achieving that vision...in school, all Ss learning
Every person on the team is crucial! So true. https://t.co/ahBGMsdNoE
A1: We are all part of the "Team" and I see myself as the coach. However, success depends on everyone playing pivotal roles
A1: Anyone who is keeping the students at the center of what we do. My team is my staff, parents and community.
A1: I used to not know the importance of teams in education. Took time to learn about them. Now I'm an advocate.
A1: Teams surround us. When we think about, there are countless ways we are supported by them. https://t.co/ozIrtJQtE9
A1: I have lots of teams! My department, my prof. learning team and I feel each class I teach is a team that works together!!
A1: Teams are important to me because they can give me multiple perspectives on the same subject.
A1 I don't want team members who aren't invested in best possible outcomes for students; also need people 2 challenge our thinking
Awesome admin response...shared vision! https://t.co/nheOXviGHa
A1: The admin. team - important to collaborate, share, and learn from one another...vital to create a shared vision w/ 1 voice
A1 A group who works to celebrate strengths, support weaknesses and communicates. Julia from So Cal
A1: teams work together for common goals. You capitalize on each other's ' strengths! Productivity! https://t.co/DviKLxqMRv
A1: My team of tech coaches in Massapequa and I trust each other to be honest and seek the best in students.
A1: When I think of my team I see a venn diagram with many overlapping circles. Each team working together for a common goal.
Agree- It's so important to put aside egos https://t.co/ERSalIjtbd
A1: a group of people with everyone else's best interests in mind. Willing to sacrifice self for the group.
Anyone else feel conflict is an essential part of successful teams? I find it reassuring and a promising component.
Observation: Parents are an important part of teams in schools.
We must join the same chat groups every night! Great to "see" you again!
someone must have been getting a sneak peak at the questions. We will see this answer come up again. Nice!
that surprises me... Collective impact has great value. Teams have encompassed my entire life.
A1: When I think of "team," I think of educators who don't talk about themselves as the backbone of the school.
A1 so "team" really means the folks in front of me who are focused on a topic that moment. TBT, school teams, District, etc...
A1: Great point. For me, the importance of teams is a given. I am spoiled by how many I work with/for. https://t.co/7XXKkdxxbK
A1: I used to not know the importance of teams in education. Took time to learn about them. Now I'm an advocate.
With Ss in the very center if the Venn.
A1-in school it's crucial that the TEAM is not only Ts but also admin and support staff-everyone is on the team-
I've seen some schools where is a code word for staff meeting. This ≠ team.
came from secondary mindset. Lots of teaching in silos. I know better now.
A1: my 1st team would be my other 5/6 teachers...after that it's the other teachers on my floor...all should have same goals!
Absolutely! People who challenge my thinking and cause me to reflect and give sound rationale are vital!! https://t.co/0bZ6mkbl7b
Anyone else feel conflict is an essential part of successful teams? I find it reassuring and a promising component.
I rely on TEAMS because i suck on my own... true
I totally agree. It takes everyone to make it happen in a school. We must let people know they are needed https://t.co/RE8vM24kPh
A1 my team is the great staff with whom I work! Teachers, aides, custodians, transportation, district staff all focused on Ss
Yes! It depends on how team handles conflict tho.
Ensures accountability and serves as a check n balance https://t.co/lB0za2zK0p
Anyone else feel conflict is an essential part of successful teams? I find it reassuring and a promising component.
. You know you have a good team when you can have heated discussions and by the end, all members are laughing.
without a doubt this is true. You don't want a bunch of 'yes men' who just go along to avoid conflict
I think there is longevity in it, too. Teams can become a kind of community.
Me too. My team makes me feel really great at my job. Alone, I'm super sucky! https://t.co/2nWlDzaTxX
I rely on TEAMS because i suck on my own... true
The simple truth about a team?
Together
Everyone
Achieves
More
Sometimes Ts are worse than the Ss.
conflicts=catalyst for growth among likeminded & vision oriented individuals! Compromise is conducive to innovation!
very true...yet some resist conflict especially from new team members with new insight...
Have to have conflict on team - need diverse thinkers with same goal or you end up with group think.
. It cannot be taken personally and shouldn't be personally charged.
A1: A difference of opinion does not constitute a difference in principle. - Thomas Jefferson
Yes, I do! We need to challenge one another's thinking in productive ways.
Q2 is on deck. We had to start with defining teams. Now we are about to dive into them. Ready ?
A1: Teams within school are communities that work together to achieve a common goal. These communities drive successful schools
Welcome Tiffany. is moderating tonight.
Q2 for tonight. Think grade level, team, elementary or secondary. Teachers or admin. Read and respond! https://t.co/I3QwRQzrPI
majority of my career in HS and MS but it was always a co-planning-teaching role. Both lead & support.
Group think is a very comfortable place to be . . . which is the danger. Also why it's so hard to move past it.
Very true. Model behavior we want our student teams to do
. Humility goes a long way. Being wrong is okay! Be closed-minded is not okay!
now this made me chuckle! And, no you don't. Be easy on yourself friend!
A1/A2: I agree that we need diverse thinking, but it takes a good leader to manage conflict within your team.
A1: Team members push each other's thinking. Teams shouldn't only exist in a comfort zone. My team inspires me.
A2: Diversity with background and experience of the team members.
top goal will always be Ts who focus on positive outcomes for Ss. People willing to share ideas. People who check ego at the door
I love Patrick Lencioni's Five Dysfunctions of a Team to teach about the benefits of conflict https://t.co/xCXndbuJ7O
YESSSS! Find your own voice!!
A2: listening. Really listening.
A2-Essentials of effective team-open communication-challenge status quo-relentless pursuit of excellence-
A2: collaboration, support, open minded, everyone shares
A2 focused on Ss success, willing to think big, collaborative, authentic, transparent, reflective
Agendas, setting roles, and setting norms has been essential
A2: Accountability, willingness to be selfless enough to take constructive feedback to better the team, always keep vision in mind
A2: Accepted protocols, respect, encouragement, cooperation, collaboration, character, commitment, consensus building
A2: take one's ideas and build upon instead of breaking down.
A2) Conflict, varying abilities and expertise, task masters, time keepers, dreamers, detailed oriented people, openness, fidelity
I'll bet you're not super sucky. I'll bet your team wouldn't be as great without you! Own awesome!
sometimes it's misdirected - we all can get so protective of our content or what we believe is best at times
A2: An effective team must share a common vision and a set of goals aligned to that vision.
A2: Listening at least 2x's as much as talking.
Love the selfless part....so essential because it's not about me (or us) https://t.co/Ahp2RnOWNn
A2: Accountability, willingness to be selfless enough to take constructive feedback to better the team, always keep vision in mind
A2: the ability to work together and be able to respectively disagree but maintain professionalism
also helps for all to realize there is more than 1 path to the final goal ~ find what works for your Ss and run with it
A2: An essential element of being part of a team is to challenge others to think critically.Silent team members have little value.
A2. Communication is crucial. There can't be a hierarchy between members - there has to mutual respect.
Thank you! I like this graphic.
A2: Is one where nobody feels scared/ashamed/hesitant to speak up or share an opinion. Everyone has a respected/heard voice
A2: shared values, differing styles of teaching, willingness to listen and share, humor, empathy...most importantly shared respect
A1 Team is group of dedicated edus whose positivity impacts school culture.
bingo RT A2: Listening at least 2x's as much as talking.
A2Clear goals,desire 2 c every1 succeed, welcoming varied perspectives,proactive mindset,always willing 2 lrn,clear communication
A2: Respecting others views and valuing ones input. Teams rely on perspectives.
A2: being openminded, listening, merging ideas, blending visions, filling gaps, pushing each other, & sharing victories, SHARE!
A2: Dynamic leadership breeds meaningful collaboration which is the cornerstone of any effective team.
A2: Definitely communication and compromise.
Don't let fool you. He is a true leader.
A2: Motivated, accountability, able to accept and adapt to change,good listeners, patient, respectful https://t.co/GT474KjIRV
Q2 for tonight. Think grade level, team, elementary or secondary. Teachers or admin. Read and respond! https://t.co/I3QwRQzrPI
A2: team members should exhibit bravery, respect, confidence, loyalty,& determination to reach the goal!
A2: Trust is huge. w/o investing in trust...Teams will never be able to engage positive conflict & therefore truly look at results
Interesting (or maybe not) I'm seeing many people talk about setting agendas and norms for effective team meetings.
Like the commitment piece here. Essential when we experience difficulty
A2: spend time outside of school together growing as a team
A2: Great teams are collaborative, open-minded, understand the power of "we", reflective, & selfless
Pushing each other is one of my favorites! Also-making sure we stay UNCOMFORTABLE. https://t.co/DdonZaxdLV
A2: being openminded, listening, merging ideas, blending visions, filling gaps, pushing each other, & sharing victories, SHARE!
Yeah for our Long Island teams, Ed! A1
We must build commitment to the process and to the outcome.
Ray HS Principal, late arrival due to an awards program. My Browns are taking a beating in free agency!
A2: Totally agree. And with that, we have to model what that looks like. Silence is not golden in teams. https://t.co/0E4eX6OMGL
A2: An essential element of being part of a team is to challenge others to think critically.Silent team members have little value.
A2:Establish a culture of risk and trust. Learn to laugh, cry,and play together. Develop empathy for one another No 1 left behind
Great teams join together every Wednesday!
I'd say it began long before that
A2: Student centered. Thinks we not me. Embraces and practices a growth mindset.
This perspective on being selfless is paramount. Necessity as we harness collective capacity
A2: Effective teams must also share the load. Equal pieces of the productivity pie. Play to each other's strengths.
good point. Building relationships is essential.
A2: solutions-oriented thinking. Problem-solve.
Meetings without agendas are just people sitting around talking about stuff. https://t.co/yqWw56yK79
Interesting (or maybe not) I'm seeing many people talk about setting agendas and norms for effective team meetings.
it can make the hard times easier to deal with
Teams should support one another and help one another grow
thanks for stopping in Carol!
Absolutely, this is paramount in education but takes on special meaning in the SPED realm. https://t.co/ub3rnKAVFi
A2: Student centered. Thinks we not me. Embraces and practices a growth mindset.
Right, Jennifer, having established positive norms helps enrich our work
but sometimes this can help alleviate stress
Trust is important. What happens when we don't have this? Is everything else at risk with this one component missing?
A3: Define the common goal, mission. Then set norms for the team.
and, when we do have tough discussions about best practice its with the goal to improve our craft. Not be critical.
A2:Effective teams of Edu's challenge each others thinking.They allow 4 a moment to vent then push the other 2 get back on track
Helps to have people with similar philosophies...Ts who 'get it' in addition to those who are willing to share without fear
I love this question.Dig deep-be reflective-Where would you start when it comes to aligning your team? https://t.co/Wz0jyKlUfj
meetings need a purpose and a take away or the content can be handled in an email! 'tbewastefulwithtime
A3: You have to discuss roles and ask/encourage people to serve in positions that maximize their strengths.
this works to help improve on weaknesses too!
We are a TEAM b/c ALL hands are on deck supporting our village of scholars!
A3: create a shared goal with everyone understanding what it is and how to get there. Ask for input from all involved.
I've found that establishing, revisiting, or revising norms can keep a team focused on achieving shared goals.
A3 having a shared vision with clear action steps, persons responsible and accountability and not biting off more than we can chew
How about an applause for learning to laugh together https://t.co/UketBx2trS
A2:Establish a culture of risk and trust. Learn to laugh, cry,and play together. Develop empathy for one another No 1 left behind
True, but my time is valuable, don't waste it by not having a plan.
A3-have to hold one another accountable-build trust so you can have tough conversations w/ one another & keep moving forward
A3: figure out the must haves. Difficult to work together if coming to the table with agendas or pre-existing barriers
A2 Effective team of edus has positive energy, work cohesively and collaboratively for the common good.
Yes! Have your moment but remember to stay solution-focused! https://t.co/KojpuF04Vi
A2:Effective teams of Edu's challenge each others thinking.They allow 4 a moment to vent then push the other 2 get back on track
A3: Define a purpose and hold to that. Jon Gordon and Mike Smith talk about this a lot in "You Win in the Locker Room"
I think you need to start by building a rapport with your team. If you don't have that you'll get nowhere fast!
A3: establishing norms,defining roles,stating goals,breaking down into measurable objectives,assigning tasks, defining timelines
A3: start by finding those who are willing and ready to act. Talk is cheap. Then assess skills for maximum effectiveness.
A3: always start with the end in mind. Where or what do we want to be? Solidify the Vision! https://t.co/HVnrulfR8Y
Ask: Is our team truly moving forward and growing, or are we doing what we've always done?
A3: Keep the conversations student-centered. That's who we're here for.
A3: Shared vision or set of core covenants, a set of non-negotiables, and common language that is echoed by everyone
A3 Begins with aligning our purpose. Actively answering the question "Why do we exist?" This will drive our team's work
A3: Shard goals and reminding the team of the organizational vision.
A3: We have one agenda - "What's BEST for students?" All other agendas are left at the door.
Great question to reflect on as a team https://t.co/aEqJxwjBkq
Ask: Is our team truly moving forward and growing, or are we doing what we've always done?
A3 My team constantly realigns for each issue based on strengths and interests of members.
and have a vision. Question is, on a team of "equals" how is that established?
Q2 team educators listen, ponder, react, & strive to change based on group dynamics. They make heart felt apologies; often!
A3: Teams, like families, need to sit down and eat together! That time is invaluable.
A3: Mutual "buy in" to the norms set...if everyone isn't on board nothing gets done. Personal agendas need to be left at the door.
A3 jumping in from Tennessee! Work orders for our dept for tracking, curricular expectations k12 https://t.co/zjLFLRhRyT
So true! And how quickly things get off track sometimes! :-( https://t.co/50UEn3832y
A3: Keep the conversations student-centered. That's who we're here for.
A3: write a motto, design a graphic, get some swag! Tshirts, buttons, stickers! Show your group pride!
A3: establishing our "what would we die on the hill for?" Unite and make purposeful decisions that are best for kids
A3: Establishing norms is great for discovering where & how to give effective, honest feedback https://t.co/r1S1U5oSNN
A3: establishing norms,defining roles,stating goals,breaking down into measurable objectives,assigning tasks, defining timelines
A3: The three R's! Relationships, relationships, relationships! https://t.co/67SVyreHKX
I think you need to start by building a rapport with your team. If you don't have that you'll get nowhere fast!
That is the challenge. Takes lots of thought, brainstorming, reflecting.
A3: align (Define) the why, then use data to drive (measure) a vision, then work through the process(implement), analyze & revise
Right, Jacki. Having those tough coversations lets us get to root causes & develop plans as we move forward
The same person can't always lead https://t.co/Z5HTXJUoUI
A3 My team constantly realigns for each issue based on strengths and interests of members.
A3: is coming to the ILE Conf. in Hilliard this summer! First week of August! https://t.co/UE7tkoQClT
A3: Define a purpose and hold to that. Jon Gordon and Mike Smith talk about this a lot in "You Win in the Locker Room"
A3: I see relationships. Back to my adage that Relationships, Respect, and Rapport Remedy Resistance.
A3: Establish clear goals, understand each other's beliefs, but explicitly define the outcomes desired by the team and commit.
1 of the best team exercises: when & others stop to light my rubrics on fire. Open dialogue --> better outcomes for Ss
A3: Visions and mindsets must align. You can't have independent contractors when building a team.
A3 Carve out specific, regular time that's fully dedicated to investing in your team. Be fully present and attentive to others.
A3-Align because you all believe in the same things-you're headed in the same direction says "get good at change"
That's INCREDIBLE!! Is that open to all?
A3: Understand each other's WHY. As a team we must ACT together. Apply....Change...Teach
A structured process for team success https://t.co/cptIF9onDJ
A3: align (Define) the why, then use data to drive (measure) a vision, then work through the process(implement), analyze & revise
"Why do we exist"...so important to find our purpose https://t.co/zEl08Bix7Z
A3 Begins with aligning our purpose. Actively answering the question "Why do we exist?" This will drive our team's work
A3: more than just Ts. It's Ss community parents. Need a common vision where everyone has a voice. Ownership breeds accountability
A3) Start with one goal! Can't solve it all in a day.
yes!!!! That's the control phase! See what works and make it work better!
welcome, Julie! Chime in as you can. Glad to have your perspective about teams with !
A3: be willing to recognize a shared frustration with the status quo. Validating feelings will move the group forward.
Fully present is HUGE for a school leader. https://t.co/hTLks8xfct
A3 Carve out specific, regular time that's fully dedicated to investing in your team. Be fully present and attentive to others.
Talking classroom culture this evening on . Will you join us?
yep. Always a marathon not a sprint. Of course I'm a powerlifter so not sure how I fit in some days :-)
Q3 Non negotiables hold your organization to a high standards and allows for transparency! Must have buy in!
A4: As a team, we collaborate with one another to identify and execute best practices that enhance our Ss learning opportunities.
We're halfway through Don't forget to FOLLOW FIVE-build your PLN
YES! It is sponsored through the ! Watch for information this Spring! https://t.co/vHahlSJthj
That's INCREDIBLE!! Is that open to all?
A4: To encourage collaboration between our Ss as they work with each other and grow.
Levels do not matter, as the mission remains the same. Ts working together to improve classroom and out of class outcomes for Ss
A4: We must build a sense that we are all in this field TOGETHER to impact kids.
A3 Remember who you work for. Not admin. Not DO. Not YOU. Students, students, students. Do NOT underestimate them!
A4: model best practices, be proud of what is done and how collaboration is performed, show Ss what teaming should look like
what are these A1,A3, etc? I see but haven't heard anything about this... Help!
A4-it's important that parents understand that we're all on the same team-working for what's best for their child
A4: student teams to setup activities; T teams to design plans, class level teams for goals, area teams for discipline...options!!
A4: Show me a principal whose teachers do not trust him, and I will show you a building that has not met its potential.
YES!!!! https://t.co/YEuj3RgGEE
A4-it's important that parents understand that we're all on the same team-working for what's best for their child
That's for a little teaming and PD in the airport . Gotta go so I can get home tonight :-)
A4) You build trust with one interaction at a time. Cultivate trust by talking w/ your teams.
A4: allow Ss to collaborate!Not only w/ each other but w/ professionals,community members, &others globally. Better yet,expect it!
A4: Survey Ss work together, peer review lessons, develop collaborative strategies that maximize lrning for all (gifted, ESL, SpEd)
A4: organization mission & vision at heart of all teams, from PTA to teaching teams to Ss in cooperative groups.
Q4 respect is key no matter the "level" or years of teaching for any team member. and respect!
A4 building dialog/sharing among members
too tired to stay awake - Have a great second half of your chat.
A4 Good collaboration skills are key at all levels of learning-focus on "no I in TEAM" to meet S needs. https://t.co/4QJ8Mjrsmx
A4-going along with the parent theme-we must be ready to have tough convos with them too It's irresponsible of us to not be honest
A4: Use coteaching as a model for Ss to follow. How does each T know what to do when?
A4 By emphasizing how the potential for success grows exponentially when we harness the collective capacity of our team
A4: Team is a collaborative concept that should permeate your building...we are all small teams or units working for one big team
A4: content-specific teams focus on curriculum, cross-content teams to support whole child, vertical teams for alignment
A4: Cross curricular teams comes to mind. Show Ss the value of multiple disciplines when problem solving in the classroom.
A4: Regardless of our role they are all "our students." We must let go of teacher/grade/subject divides. Our TEAM supports all.
Safe travels and thank you for dropping in on ! Here each Wednesday at 9PM EST! https://t.co/AGTsjLrXZM
That's for a little teaming and PD in the airport . Gotta go so I can get home tonight :-)
A4 Ts need to remember that they are learners too. How can we demand Ss do what we ourselves are unwilling to do?
A4: find a common thread. What are we all working for? What is the Why? And then define the how & what implementation looks like!
what is a PLC? Seeing things I am not familiar with!
A4: Check please. BAM! Mic drop! So much more gets accomplished when that is attained! https://t.co/bToRVng0Wv
A4-it's important that parents understand that we're all on the same team-working for what's best for their child
A4: As a teacher, I model how to work collaboratively together. At IEP meetings I stress to parents and Ss that were a team too
A4: Teams created within the classroom with Ss are paramount--fostering S leaders, trust, and collabroation via modeling are key
A4: Fully articulated trust up and down the chain of command!
Seeking and accepting input. Example - my team is actively involved in building next year's schedule
Excellent discussion about collaborative teams
A4: find a project w/ total involvement & do well! BWMS is planning a whole school service day- https://t.co/lr2jZU5CZj
YES! Come to Long Island on 4/9 for or on 10/1 for . https://t.co/5kNNltSf8t
A4 Ts need to remember that they are learners too. How can we demand Ss do what we ourselves are unwilling to do?
Absolutely!! https://t.co/7nl72wrmiS
A4 Ts need to remember that they are learners too. How can we demand Ss do what we ourselves are unwilling to do?
Yes! We don't work in silos. Engaging in shared knowledge gives us the tools we need to get better for Ss https://t.co/eJiGQS7UbH
A4: Team is a collaborative concept that should permeate your building...we are all small teams or units working for one big team
uses the football concept with his staff...one team - one purpose
Ss smell your insincerity.
Glad you were able to join us. Come back next week.
A4b team collaboration/communication are needed in almost every job. Focus on the life skills to help Ss reach success
Great opportunity to model team building behavior with our SPED students. https://t.co/sYrX08KGv9
A4: As a teacher, I model how to work collaboratively together. At IEP meetings I stress to parents and Ss that were a team too
A4: The entire school experience is based around the concept of teams. Learning does not happen in a vacuum. We need each other.
Checking out for night! Great chat tweeps!
Are your colleagues open to this? Mine find it intrusive and argue it as contract violation. Frustrating!
That anti-silo approach is very obvious in successful companies like Apple, Google, etc.
A5-I think it can take just one person who is resisting and pushing back to hold a team back-that's why tough convos must happen
A5: "we've always done it this way!" Mentality...
The biggest issue is lack of time to collaborate. Not always easy with varying schedules
A5: lack of support, fear of being vulnerable, fear of change
A5 personalities and agendas. Reluctance to share responsibilities, listen actively, respect. https://t.co/GsL0WILouo
A5: Time is a big factor. Everyone is pulled in so many directions that it is difficult to find or MAKE time for teaming.
A5: Not understanding how to build team relationships.
My response is- That's exactly why we should stop doing it https://t.co/lra30sKOw4
A5: "we've always done it this way!" Mentality...
A5: lack of willingness, commitment to barriers or agendas, being assigned and not volunteering for the group
A5: Teams don't function at a high level when members find ways to go around common goals.
A5: In my situation, we have a rural school with many Ts teaching numerous gr. lvls/subjects. Common team time is hard to schedule
Right, Samantha. Our task is to help our team learn we have vested interest in the sucess of all of our people
A5: New educational initiative and the lack of data needed by some to justify the team's existence.
Not willing to accept not being in total control.
A5. For teams to function successfully teaching process and roles is essential
A5: schedule is a barrier- need to keep the mtg time sacred- nothing else can happen during mtg set times
A4 Lead by example. But also develop future leaders by occasionally downshifting to being a contributing member of the group.
A5: unfortunately, a lack of trust; unwillingness to see viewpoints of others, a fixed mindset.
A5: Unfortunately cost is a major obstacle. No other way to say that.
A5: Effective teams require time & sustained effort to stay afloat this can wain when 30 million other things are weighing us down
A5: Teams with an established purpose, an established plan, and a reflective mindset can have infinite success
A5: Lack of buy-in. We have to show our teammates that and that their voice is important.
A5: Resistant team members, no clear vision/goal, self-centered agendas. Highly functioning teams take work and dedication by all.
no fair. He took my answer lol!
"We've always done it this way." AAARRRGGGHHHH!!!
Fear of change is probably the top reason 😞 https://t.co/1oKlEblTMN
A5: lack of support, fear of being vulnerable, fear of change
Or not wanting to/lack of buy in or motivation!
sorry...I'm used to being the person that gets yelled at on the team...
Time. Teams need common time to work together.
A5: hurdles include loss of investment, ball hogs, lack of support, disgruntled members, sabotage!
A5: personal agendas are massive problem, lack of willingness to say, "I'm wrong and will change."
A5 change can be frightening, can challenge what has always worked, might mean admitting failure
A5)Fundamentally the T performance is primarily in a silo &most teams perform w/ their teammates. This creates an isolation system
Effective teams task study model What do we need to learn to accomplish critical tasks
A5: Teams get hurt when the members stop learning.
A5: Teams can mean putting yourself out there to be vulnerable to critique and being told you're wrong.
I've heard this many times but working with growth in mind is important - establish roles and know where you are strong
A5: lack of leadership. Someone has to stand up and stay up.
A5: too many Ts feel that if it takes extra time and effort it's not worth it...more their payoff than S payoff!
Me too! Haters gonna hate!
Key thought, Rick.Some may need prof learning on how to build and sustain a team focused on continuous improvement
A5-when we have teams that are aligned-the power of team will fight obstacles that could prevent it from not functioning properly
Or too much leadership from one person or everyone trying to vie for control rather than delegating leadership!
A5: Being a member of a team is hard. It requires sacrifice and selflessness. Isolation for many Ts is very safe
Or someone stands up and builds other leaders who stand up too https://t.co/W8nT3M7HkJ
A5: lack of leadership. Someone has to stand up and stay up.
Looks like I missed some great chats tonight. Can't wait to read the archives
Have to jump out. Thank you for tonight's chat!
Bam! https://t.co/DQknoJxRlq
A5: Being a member of a team is hard. It requires sacrifice and selflessness. Isolation for many Ts is very safe
absolutely! Best case scenario for sure!
A5 Good teammates can skillfully navigate and intuitively remove obstacles for one another. That builds a team for greatness.
So true...and the norm...you're an island of one in your own classroom most of the time
right! I call that ball hogging! You've got to pass the ball!
Awesome, If we truly have a team...we will work together to navigate the obstacles https://t.co/MBeTru848K
A5-when we have teams that are aligned-the power of team will fight obstacles that could prevent it from not functioning properly
Understanding that relationships and goals are both essential for collaboration
A6: Absolutely! What makes a great QB/WR pairing? They know what the other is thinking and doing at all times.
A6: If we are going to move mountains, we have to be moving in the same direction. Teams work as one.
A6: Quote holds lots of truth. Hard to be strong team if connections aren't there.
A6: agreed! When the team is connected and share common goal, they will work endlessly to support each other and the Ss they serve
My supportive team tonight had 2 at the BOE where a staff member was recognized & 2 at OSBA to support our band being recognized.
A6. A team is only as strong as its weakest member. Empower each other as Ts. Great for Ss.
A6: without relationships teams won't work. I need an interest in you and you in me...and our goal needs to be mutual for success!
A6: teams build upon strengths that exist. Weaknesses are minimized as the strengths of the team and collaboration overpower
A6 The foundation & strength of the team is dependent on the partnerships & support that exist throughout the whole team
A6: Strong collaboration, communication, and vision are good factors that help establish strong organizational connections
A6: "you're only as strong as your weakest link." You have to work together and support one another. That's why we're educators!
A6: yes! Inside jokes, nicknames, code words, tshirts, all of that team climate really makes a difference!
A6: We are only as strong as our weakest link. Teammates are the links. We each have the responsibility to keep us together.
A6: ...and in their resolve to see the goal achieved.
A6: What makes great bands like Queen, Rush, Beatles? They constantly knew what, when, where, why, how everyone was going to play.
A6) It's important for teams to connect. Know their spouses, kids, interests, dislikes, favorite foods, etc. Two-way sharing!
A6: So true...the safer we feel in a team; the more we can push each other; the more we push the more we grow and better we get
A6: Trusting relationships must be established.
Love this! I use this a lot!
A6: Everyone is influenced by many perspectives. The more perspectives we bring to the table, the better the team can work for Ss.
A6: Build trust in each other and the stakeholders that will make your goals possible for Ss
A6-moving in the direction for common goals-I love being part of my team at school-it's a real gift to be part of a great team.
A6: Connections drive all relationships and relationships are a must if you're going to have a strong team.
You have to check out the chat on collaborative teams from tonight good stuff in line with PLC
A6:As teammates we should know each other's story. What makes you cry? What makes you sing? And What you dream about? Connectivity
A6: If I have no vested interest in my team members I'm not willing to work for them or with them!
A6: Teams can make us better. We make that choice. The teams that I am on are my rock. I am better because of them.
My favorite interview q from this summer-"What makes your heart sing?" https://t.co/NMMsQ5gfiV
A6:As teammates we should know each other's story. What makes you cry? What makes you sing? And What you dream about? Connectivity
A6: I witnessed a team come together to discuss a concern w/tangible connections. Multiple approaches for answers!
A great team helps all the members be better than they would be without the team. https://t.co/LDLbee81M0
A6: Teams can make us better. We make that choice. The teams that I am on are my rock. I am better because of them.
be sure to read Maxwell's Intentional Living. Whoa!
So true, having great relationships...makes it much easier to face the challenges of school https://t.co/vXn8CAqNES
A6: yes! Inside jokes, nicknames, code words, tshirts, all of that team climate really makes a difference!
Great chat tonight folks, but I have to put myself on waivers from this team until next week. Everyone have a great week!
Thank your for an awesome tonight! A special thank you to and for their guidance.
A4: Understand this is not a dog eat dog fight. We're all in it together and not against each other. Communication is vital
A6: Connections include willingness to discuss strengths as well as weaknesses
Thanks for being great teammates I enjoy learning from you! And special thanks to for a great chat tonight.
Thank you everyone!!! Insightful and meaningful chat tonight! Always great to share with our team!
May not be a "team" but I'm very appreciative of the connections & growth that I make through , , etc. I view you as a TEAM
Thank you for a wonderful chat--valuing my teams more now. Have a great week,
