#leadupchat focuses on school leadership broadly, culture, changing paradigms, and the growth mindset. It's an Ed movement focused on Leadership, Culture, Growth and Shifts on Saturdays at 8:30am CST, founded by Jeff Veal (@heffrey) and Nathan Lang (@nalang1).
Good morning tribe! Excited to be back with you and ready for #LeadUpChat edcamp style today. Jeff here from chilly North Texas and a MS administrator. Today, you are in charge of the chat!
What does it mean you get to choose the Qs? The 4 C's of #LeadUpChat Edcamp...
CHOOSE: You get to create the Qs
CHALLENGE: Push each other's thinking
COMPEL: Create Qs that Ignite!
CONNECT: Build your PLN
Get your first question ready!
So how does this work? The 4 C's of #LeadUpChat Edcamp
CHOOSE: You get to create the Qs
CHALLENGE: Push each other's thinking
COMPEL: Create Qs that Ignite!
CONNECT: Build your PLN
On demand learning!
So how does this work? The 4 C's of #LeadUpChat Edcamp
CHOOSE: You get to create the Qs
CHALLENGE: Push each other's thinking
COMPEL: Create Qs that Ignite!
CONNECT: Build your PLN
Get ready to roll out your first Q in one minute!
Always good to be here! I look forward to the Saturday mornings when I don't have to balance dissertation work with everything else that I want to do! Thanks for the warm welcome! #leadupchat
So how does this work? The 4 C's of #LeadUpChat Edcamp
CHOOSE: You get to create the Qs
CHALLENGE: Push each other's thinking
COMPEL: Create Qs that Ignite!
CONNECT: Build your PLN
Get ready to roll out your first Q in one minute!
A1: We try to not talk about how the year is ending, nor change the routines if possible. Also, I think keeping the goals of what we still need to accomplish is key. #leadupchat
A1: reminding everyone of a balanced life is key right now...teachers: do things you enjoy/help you relax...students: get involved in an extracurricular, even if it may be new to you â¤ď¸ #leadupchat
John it is amazing that you join us here each week at #LeadUpChat. I bet you can bring some interesting questions and insights for today's edcamp style convo.
A1: Support staff, students as needed. Provide the time they require if they need to chat; provide the resources they need; and most of all the aspirin they need as we go through state testing season #leadupchat
Good morning #LeadUpChat.. urbie, learning experience designer [presently doing hard time as a broadcast video project manager].. i'm out in Arizona designing for clinicians. I'm also a 3x #oldpa..
A1 By staying positive, involving them in decisions about activities to do, I never count down to the end, just try to use some fresh ideas, get my Ss moving more #leadupchat
Q1) With school safety being a hot button topic, what are some things you wish your School Resource Officer did or knew (assuming you have one)?? Whatâs keeping you from telling them? #leadupchat
Leading by example. If all we talk about is how excited we are for summer break, referencing countdowns, then we should expect the same in return. I have no idea how many days are left. Each day is special, let's make the most of it. #LeadUpChat
I teach English in SC...I am also working on a second Masters. Part of the assignment this week was to join an education chat in twitter. I like tech, but typically avoid twitter...so I am still learning about this tech tool. #leadupchat
Question: How can we be more innovative and creative with parent partnerships to replace the traditional information nights/report card nights, etc? #leadupchat
Again if just joining. We are flipping the chat...
So how does this work? The 4 C's of #LeadUpChat Edcamp
CHOOSE: You get to create the Qs
CHALLENGE: Push each other's thinking
COMPEL: Create Qs that Ignite!
CONNECT: Build your PLN
On demand learning!
Q1) With school safety being a hot button topic, what are some things you wish your School Resource Officer did or knew (assuming you have one)?? Whatâs keeping you from telling them? #leadupchat
Q1 For building / district leaders: When it feels like everyone else is finding #SelfCare but leaving a whole lot on your plate because of it; how do we survive picking up the pieces so that kids who deserve better get taken care of? #Leadupchat
A1: we study Holocaust/WWII and do a research paper; sounds crazy, but Sts love the learning! For Tchrs, I have my Sts write thank you sticky notes for specific good stuff theyâve learned this year. #leadupchat
A1 I think sometimes fear of not knowing an answer that a S might have, time to prepare, it helps when you know that we don't have to have all the answers, stepping aside is beneficial for student growth #leadupchat
Sometimes I think it is time with too much going on and trust. Maybe teachers do not feel a level of trust for what they do that allows them to dig deep and take risks #leadupchat
A1) I think you have to be willing to truly engage the student about their passion. If you do that, he/she might be more receptive to hearing from you (or anyone else) about school.
#leadupchat
I always share that everybody needs to be prepared for whatever the future may bring, use my educational exper as an example, say that your knowledge can help someone else too #leadupchat
#LeadUpChat A1 So I'm not a K-12 teacher. I'm a grandparent, parent & community member. The school up the street from my, where my kids went, is Tarwater Elementary. I like how they share activites .. https://t.co/qnXd5uZYcn
My Q1 for #leadupchat...
In light of STANDARDIZED TESTING starting this week...
What role do scores play in your school, if any? For Ts? S?
What role should scores play in your school, if any? For Ts? S?
If you haven't noticed there already many questions out there to respond to from other thought leaders here today. Find one and respond OR create your own Q! We are flipping #LeadUpChat today by going edcamp style! @heffrey
@MrDelliSanti A1: Standards are usually a culprit hindering deeper learning...that and the fact that we test an entire yearâs worth of standards after only 3/4 of the school year...ALSO...phrases like âweâve always done it that wayâ #leadupchat
While I'm not against standardized testing, testing can sometimes lead to educators going for "breadth over depth." Ironically, though, going deep into a few topics is more likely to produce great scores. #leadupchat
A1: Nothing keeps me from telling them to collaborate and always know that you are a big part of the team! Be the instructional leader of safety you are meant to be in classrooms buddy #leadupchat
Q1) With school safety being a hot button topic, what are some things you wish your School Resource Officer did or knew (assuming you have one)?? Whatâs keeping you from telling them? #leadupchat
IChallenge lethargy of âend of yearâ routines. Have students pay their knowledge forward! Write âclass hacksâ guide to next yearâs students. Create full year portfolios. Design final assessment activities (@breakoutEDU) for rival class sections to compete. #leadupchat
In reply to
@heathercalvert, @SusZanti5, @breakoutEDU
#LeadUpChat A1b So even tho I am not directly affiliated with the school I am a stakeholder in their success. I participate in activities when I can and occasionally chat with Tarwater Ts I meet through #EdCampPhoenix..
It is a SMART board. I was in Canada connecting virtually via Skype with a grade 1 class at @CaldwellElemen with the amazing @bmilla84 for a lesson. #leadupchat
In reply to
@Mr_Tee__AKalKai, @CaldwellElemen, @bmilla84
Q1 For building / district leaders: When it feels like everyone else is finding #SelfCare but leaving a whole lot on your plate because of it; how do we survive picking up the pieces so that kids who deserve better get taken care of? #Leadupchat
@SusZanti5 providing a positive school climate for all, Ts, Ss, Adm, etc. Also celebrate the many successes that have been made throughout the year. Finish strong, and finish well! :) @CyndiWms5#leadupchat
Educators don't go deep because it's easier to skate on the surface. They feel constrained by district, tests, etc. However, they should see these constraints as a way to be more creative - not as limiting. #leadupchat
True. I feel like we're close to the tipping point where local district are going to have the freedom to narrow the curriculum to go deeper...but it's tied to assmt and accountability. #leadupchat
A1:Too many Sts at different skill levels in an already packed room. I have 32 in ea class; some have never passed STAAR, some have 4-5th gr rdg level, some are behaviorallychallenged & I have to figure out how to reach them all. #leadupchat
@NowakRo When I was a principal, we hosted an afternoon classroom visit and parent picnic. Parents would visit the classrooms and participate in the lessons, then picnic on the school lawn- high attendance & fun!#leadupchat#AIEconf
This is an excellent question for teachers, admin., & teacher teams! A Force Field Analysis would help educators identify and remove barriers. #LeadUpChat
Q1) With school safety being a hot button topic, what are some things you wish your School Resource Officer did or knew (assuming you have one)?? Whatâs keeping you from telling them? #leadupchat
As leaders, we have to give permission to fail and to see that failure as growth and something worthy to be praised because of the effort and risk involved.
#leadupchat
I wish I had one at Rossville Grade School Full Time! I wish I had an SRO who was actively involved in classrooms. Being a resource that can help build our character education program. #leadupchat
The balance between supporting innovative teaching practices and supporting initiatives and directives coming from senior leadership and above. #leadupchat
#LeadUpChat A1x Long story short, as the school year winds down how might you [school, teachers, leaders] engage with their community & share what goes on [even over summer break]. It's we, no us/them.
A1) Youâre here as a guide NOT as a constant evaluator. Everyone needs someone to guide and push their thinking to get better and that shouldnât always be seen as evaluatory #leadupchat
I often had students write letters of advice to next year's students, create arguments for what to take out of my curriculum, and even design a project for future students to do. #leadupchat
In reply to
@MeehanEDU, @heathercalvert, @SusZanti5, @breakoutEDU
A1: Summative scores are one picture in the puzzle of data. We have to keep perspective. The scores are valuable, but they aren't the "end all". #leadupchat
@mr_middle_2 A1: if you were to ask any master teacher that has built relationshipswith their students what their kids would score on the SBAC I bet they would be within 100 points of their actual score...we know our kids better than any test score could possibly show #leadupchat
That we are there FOR them and not working against them to make them work harder. I constantly strive to help teachers work smarter not harder. Cliche but true #leadupchat
Question: Knowing that the level of passion varies greatly across a school and being able to address those that have a passion for negativity, how do you engage the more neutral teachers...the apathetic ones that donât seem driven by anything. #LeadUpChat
When every task is low-floor, high-ceiling, no extra time is needed. I encourage my slower processors to preview material the night before so they can get to the depth during the class period. #leadupchat
Q1. What are the top theee drivers of your everyday actions as an educator? No canned educational philosophies here. Just tell me whatâs driving what you do everyday as an educator-name your top 3. Ready? Go.......#Leadupchat
A1) These should be seen as guides for teachers and students.
What do we need to get better at? What gaps do we need to fill? How can we play off student strengths?
These should drive future instruction #leadupchat
I agree. Standards are often too broad and we fool ourselves into thinking that we can actually teach them all (as a former world history teacher, I was guilty of that).
We need to trust teachers to allow the standards to guide them without tying them up with them.
#leadupchat
A1) Youâre here as a guide NOT as a constant evaluator. Everyone needs someone to guide and push their thinking to get better and that shouldnât always be seen as evaluatory #leadupchat
#LeadUpChat A1 Standardized Testing.. on or about 1969 I learned about the Uzbek invasion of Khorasan. Later that same year about the Battle of Hastings. I'm sure they moved me along to learning a standard. What/why, no idea.. +
It's not a finish line....It's a new beginning line! While the school year close it's 6 months remaining in the calendar year. It's truly the perfect opportunity to reset recommit and remind your Ss there is no finish line in life long learning #leadupchat
@CalebCAllen A1: we need to foster a culture of mistake making and learning from such...take chances...innovate...sometimes we learn more from a failure than we do from a success!!! â¤ď¸ #leadupchat
A1: I wish our Safety and Security team would approve the window coverings - we have a full wall of glass on classrooms and it's clear in! And two large sections of the building with all glass walls to the outside - great opp for branding and safety! #leadupchat
I think you are right. If our "scores" are at 40% and we are rushing to get through everything, scores would likely improve if we only taught 60% of it very well.
We've got to move away from the "scores" mentality to the "skills" mentality.
#leadupchat
I think itâs so important to remember that for some of our learners, time away from school can be challenging. They need us to be đŻ% present everyday, right up to the end. #leadupchat
#LeadUpChat A1b Standardized Testing.. so maybe it's too late in the year but maybe students want to know how what they must know fits into their life, why it's a standard. Scores describe how we're moving towards where we're going. Why might we want to go?
#leadupchat as educators sometimes we donât know what we donât know. We think our way is the best and it works! Open, honest professional and purposeful collaboration is the answer.
A1:Too many Sts at different skill levels in an already packed room. I have 32 in ea class; some have never passed STAAR, some have 4-5th gr rdg level, some are behaviorallychallenged & I have to figure out how to reach them all. #leadupchat
Simple answer...APPR and itâs connection to test scores. If we had a realistic evaluation system for students AND teachers, we would see more authentic learning and not this reliance on âgetting through contentâ #leadupchat
A1b: we had a great safety officer in Chicago who was dressed down and was a great culture add for the building - interacting with kids and staff and a part of the student support team #leadupchat
Great point, here. If a teacher is trying something new in order to get students to learn better, they need to feel that they're doing it in a place where they're not going to be judged negatively for it.
#leadupchat
Facilitate opportunities to tap into their strengths, encourage their voice, their expertise, everyone has input, listen, model positivity, be the change you wish to see! #leadupchat
Question: Knowing that the level of passion varies greatly across a school and being able to address those that have a passion for negativity, how do you engage the more neutral teachers...the apathetic ones that donât seem driven by anything. #LeadUpChat
Q1. What are the top theee drivers of your everyday actions as an educator? No canned educational philosophies here. Just tell me whatâs driving what you do everyday as an educator-name your top 3. Ready? Go.......#Leadupchat
I think some level of that will always exist. Walking the talk, listening and involving the entire team in decision making does help but does not fix. #leadupchat
A1: CULTURE: Create welcome and opportunity to belong for all. CURIOSITY: Cultivate this every day so that Ss and Ts feel safe to fail. JOY: Be the most #JoyfulLeaders daily, even when I fake it for Ss and Ts to have the best chance at the first 2 #leadupchat
Part of the answer also seems to be less teaching of standards and more intentional creation of experiences where the standards end up being broadly expressed, such as through #PBL. #LeadUpChat
A) 1) Is my energy oozing over to my students?
2) Is what Iâm doing student centered?
3) Are my students meeting the learning objectives? If not where do I go? If so, how do I push newer critical thinking in students? #leadupchat
We will celebrate years in district at the end of the year instead of the https://t.co/X4fltItcL7 the start of the year the people are like âyouâve been here 35 years oh my,poor thing!â But at the end its different! It comes off as âyou did it! 35 years thats awesome! #leadupchat
I think it all comes back to relationships and postivie climate. Just like we ask Ts to do this with our Ss...Leadership team must buidl authentic, real relationships with staff. #leadupchat
1. Students 2. Students 3. Students. We must never lose sight of why we do what we do. We are there for the kids...period. Every decision is made with that in mind. #leadupchat
I think itâs so important to remember that for some of our learners, time away from school can be challenging. They need us to be đŻ% present everyday, right up to the end. #leadupchat
Celebrate! As educators we tend to focus on what didn't get done, what go well, the things we'd do differently, what we did have time to finish....but we need to celebrate the amazing learning that did take place...the lives we changed! #leadupchat
Thanks to everyone who took some time to answer my question. I can't keep up with all the responses. You are all so thoughtful. I can't wait to read them later. I am going to try to contribute to some other folks' questions, now.
#leadupchat
Hello. Tracey from Kansas. I teach K-5 at a Therapeutic Learning Program. Saw the style today and was intrigued. Joining after another chat. So excited to see all these questions! #leadupchat
A1: What drives me is concern for the world. Teaching is my opportunity to serve my community and make the world better by making others better. #leadupchat
Top Three Drivers:
1. Opportunity To Learn (OTL)
2. Preparing Students For The Next Level and Future Opportunities
3. Itâs More Than A Job.
Itâs a Calling.
#LeadUpChat
Q1. What are the top theee drivers of your everyday actions as an educator? No canned educational philosophies here. Just tell me whatâs driving what you do everyday as an educator-name your top 3. Ready? Go.......#Leadupchat
Q1. What are the top theee drivers of your everyday actions as an educator? No canned educational philosophies here. Just tell me whatâs driving what you do everyday as an educator-name your top 3. Ready? Go.......#Leadupchat
I think some do it naturally, and some can learn it through observing those who do it well and coaching. However, I think this is just a struggle some canât overcome. #leadupchat
I agree completely - this is something we are going to be talking about this summer for next year. We can't be held captive to standards that glorify content over skill development.
#leadupchat
Q1:Knowing Sts look forward to my class because: I ask them about their lives, Iâm there to for guidance when they have problems, and that they know they can count on me to hold them accountable for what they:say, do, think. #leadupchat
Yes relationships are everything.
How do we keep those relationships good when the instructional leader offers up criticism or suggestions for those teachers that can be misconstrued though? #leadupchat
We need to celebrate! Instead of focusing on what we didn't get done, or what didn't go well...we need to celebrate the amazing learning that did occur and the lives that we changed! #leadupchat
I agree. Even in math. The CCSS tell us the stds should not be compartmentalized, yet that is often what happens. The key is to use resources that are truly aligned. #LeadUpChat
In reply to
@dawblack, @MrDelliSanti, @mslizrichmond
Q1. What are the top theee drivers of your everyday actions as an educator? No canned educational philosophies here. Just tell me whatâs driving what you do everyday as an educator-name your top 3. Ready? Go.......#Leadupchat
Now...how do your top three drivers differ from the vision of your organization or align with the vision of your organization? Is there a mismatch between what drives you and what is mandated of you? Ready? Go........#leadupchat
Q1. What are the top theee drivers of your everyday actions as an educator? No canned educational philosophies here. Just tell me whatâs driving what you do everyday as an educator-name your top 3. Ready? Go.......#Leadupchat
Get into a routine, whether through Voxer, Twitter, email, video conferencing, or F2F, even a short period of time is so beneficial for connecting #leadupchat
Levels of passion certainly vary, but I do think that, for the most part, everyone wants to do a good job. And, everyone cares about something. It's figuring out what they care about and trying to help them work within that to ignite their passion.
#leadupchat
Q1: As we approach the end of the year, it is typical for things to become increasingly more difficult. How can you help Ts and Ss remain positive, while keeping the quality of instruction at an appropriate level for the remainder of the year? #leadupchat
@latoyadixon5 A1: 1)relationships 2)make sure each student feels super successful in at least one area of âschoolâ and that success is celebrated 3)collaboration with colleagues and cross-curricular activities #leadupchat
A1- three drivers:
1. Faith- Feel called to teach. Always focused on the call and committed to the process.
2. Community- creating a welcome space for atudents and families where love and joy are contagious.
3. Curiosity- Engaging Ss to explore their interests. #Leadupchat
A1: To Finish Strong => We introduce the championship belt. Each day a scholar can earn the right to wear the belt if they are the academic growth champ for the day. Ss have to compete w the person in the mirror #leadupchat
@voxer is amazing, so many groups on there, ask and answer questions, give support and learn so much each day, plus the book study groups or chat groups, #Culturize#4OCFPLN#ARVRinEDU#leadupchat
As we begin to engage our students in looking at their #PossibleSelves from the earliest age some of them will stop foreclosing on their dreams in middle school. #leadupchat
Those doc cameras display through the computer & projector. I noticed IPEVO has one but don't see any ratings & out of stock with Amazon. I don't want to take a risk like that. #LeadUpChat
I think it starts with the powers-that-be. But sometimes leading is situational. Knowing how when others don't means you should model doing [be the verb before the noun as @austinkleon] writes.. #LeadUpChat
In reply to
@PrincipalSmart, @fourmonkeypress, @austinkleon
A1:
1. What is best for this child, right now?
2. What is best for this child for his/her future?
3. How do we get folks on board so we can get there?
#leadupchat
A: I would identify any successes that they have had. Every situation has a positive, we just have to search deeper to find it. Once we identify something positive they have going for them, it may change their outlook on things. Positive recognition for all! #leadupchat
Question: Knowing that the level of passion varies greatly across a school and being able to address those that have a passion for negativity, how do you engage the more neutral teachers...the apathetic ones that donât seem driven by anything. #LeadUpChat
It's a great time of year to engage the entire faculty in a Back to the Future protocol with a focus on ideating/reimagining culture. Using Design Thinking as a methodology can also help broaden ideas beyond usual. #leadupchathttps://t.co/PmgqBOonO1
I definitely need to learn/find professional uses for Voxer. I know they are out there. I just haven't identified the right resources for this yet. #LeadUpChat
Q326â as someone who is passionate about Ts and Ss safety and someone who has developed a PD course, how can I better put myself out there to get my knowledge to those who âdonât know what they donât knowâ #leadupchat
I'm glad & sad to see all the "fear" responses.
Going deep can be blocked by admins fearing parents, parents fearing breaking from tradition & personal fears of inadequacy.
Solution? Be willing to risk it all & build coalitions.
#leadupchat
A1: No cans. No TV dinners here:
1) passionate about seeing people and organizations grow
2) grew up playing Legos, so I love building things
3) amazed by human brains
---That's straight from the hip.
#leadupchat
Question: Along with the end of year Qs already asked, for building admin- we have to submit budgets and staffing decisions now but still keep focus on the current school year, what is your approach and timeline to informing staff about decisions for the new year? #leadupchat
I would love to focus solely on being an instructional leader, but that is not the situation I am in. I am a teacher and I also have to look after the managerial side. When you wear many hats, you will not be in the inner fold all of the time. #leadupchat
I ask Ss to reflect with me, have used surveys, Voxer, @Flipgrid to get ideas, and make sure to keep the communication open and really think through the suggestions and ask for help in planning #leadupchat
It was a watershed moment when, during an #EdCamp, I stepped into a 1st grade classroom as an old guy. Everything was so low & close to the floor. Engaging with the learning experience means getting down sometimes.. #LeadUpChat
One thing to keep in mind is that encouragement (notes, "atta' boy/girls, etc.) are about 100 times more effective than telling people what to do/focus on at this time of the year.
If it hasn't happened already, it's not going to happen. Praise the good.
#leadupchat
My top three drivers: believing that ALL children can learn and learn well, despite their challenges; believing that a free, public education is a civil right; and honoring teachers in all my interactions. #leadupchat
A1: keep the energy high! Thinking about a competition for staff to close out the year, we have lots of events planned for Ss, and we have almost all kids coming back so setting up the summer and keeping connected throughout the summer #leadupchat
Maybe have the teachers identify the power standards. The ones that students must know. Develop your RtI around those. Students that master those standards get enrichment in them and students that need reteaching go to Tier 2. #leadupchat
I agree completely - this is something we are going to be talking about this summer for next year. We can't be held captive to standards that glorify content over skill development.
#leadupchat
As a principal, there is a struggle to focus on the important while the urgent pops up all the time! #leadupchat My drivers have to remain empowering students by empowering teachers.
#LeadUpChat How different are students at the end of the year compared to the start? Are Ss more actively involved in the experience in April than they were in September? Maybe there's something in that, Ss entrepreneuring their end-of-year?
Michelle, Iâm in your boat next year. As a teacher and instructional leader, I think people will buy in more because youâre in the trenches still
But, thereâs still that mindset of us as a manager. How do we cut that back #leadupchat
Hereâs something Iâve been thinking so much about lately: How do we support the development/exploration of/ opportunities for students to explore their gifts and passions? Are we doing enough of that? Iâm totally into passion projects-a term I made up. đ¤#Leadupchat
1. Love WV and care deeply for its people and future
2. The eyes and faces of the precious children
3. Kindle and keep the spark of joy in learning and knowing burning.
#Leadupchat
What if live feed TVs in the cafe and hallways displayed a feed of captured student work.
Live stream.
Throughout the day.
On fb, insta, and twitter too for public. Nonstop celebrate students! #leadupchat
Imagine if we allowed our students to pursue the kind of learning that the educators here at #LeadUpChat are engaging in today. Just today I have seen Qs ranging from everything on PLCs, technology, instructional support, testing, school safety, on and on! Keep the fire going.
I try to keep staff members apprised of decisions as they are made. Honestly, I'm probably a bit too transparent when it comes to this stuff, but I believe it doesn't do anyone any good to keep this stuff hidden.
#leadupchat
Great question! I hate it when one year smashes into the other. I try to be upfront as soon as possible. When I know something, good or bad, I pass it on. I think staff appreciates being in the loop. #leadupchat
A2: Yes! The amount testing we give, I would never do to someone I love đ. My kids are in private school. I love them to much to see their student careers hinge on testing in developmental grades that cause anxiety vs. providing teachers with info for them to grow #Leadupchat
Itâs all about leveraging the strengths & gifts of those around us to help Ss be successful, this includes families, communities and everyone in the school #leadupchat
A) I always look at two things.
What are they strong in?
What gaps can I fill?
I base my question stems and materials off of these. If they only need a paragraph I give them that but if they can take a whole source and work with it I build from there #leadupchat
We are NOT doing much of this.... I see 90% of instructional time being spent on what the teacher has determined EVERYONE should do. So disengaging. I don't even see writing workshop anymore! #leadupchat
Definitely recommend it, can listen whenever, ask a question to anywhere in the world, my Ss also use it for our class and for their own work too #leadupchat
This is the time of year when admin teams kick communication into high gear, informing with clarity, where we are, where we are going and how we are planning to get there! #leadupchat Communicate via multiple means!
Question: Along with the end of year Qs already asked, for building admin- we have to submit budgets and staffing decisions now but still keep focus on the current school year, what is your approach and timeline to informing staff about decisions for the new year? #leadupchat
Take a look at @ToddWhitaker âShifting the Monkeyâ. Great book about keeping your priorities your priorities instead of taking on everyone elseâs #leadupchat
In reply to
@DKriedeman, @latoyadixon5, @ToddWhitaker
I do think it helps to be in the trenches. Having those relationships and walking right along with them makes those managerial situations easier. #leadupchat
Take a look at @ToddWhitaker âShifting the Monkeyâ. Great book about keeping your priorities your priorities instead of taking on everyone elseâs #leadupchat
In reply to
@DKriedeman, @latoyadixon5, @ToddWhitaker
A1 we do #pbl and the students choose their focus and also learn about the #SDGs#TeachSDGs and we connect w/Ss in Spanish speaking countries thru @edmodo and @Flipgrid it is awesome #leadupchat
Great question!!! I always try to mix in some real world application, but I fall short on this often!!!
Strategies from anyone?? This is great @Mrjonresendez#leadupchat
A: Love my Voxer groups. I'm in an Illinois Superintendent group plus another group of the first cohort of the Aspiring Superintendent Academy. We're constantly reaching out with questions, ideas, and other supports. #LeadUpChat
People want to be part of the solution. Allowing people into the discussion gives them purpose and agency, both of which improve climate and contribute to culture.
#leadupchat
Teachers who have established the hierarchy based on the old system and seniority do not always see the same vision as newly empowered teachers who want to push limits. Those voices were not as loud when the system was top down. #leadupchat
I used to use the metaphor of a horse race or a cross country race and the image of coming around the final turn toward the finish line. It's not how fast you ran but what you saved for the final push that gets you across the line. #leadupchat
Jeff, this is how I roll, and it's painful at times. Another reason why some teachers don't try to step up the engagement. Ss know ABCD, FGHJ and we need them to know the joy of inquiry. #leadupchat
Imagine if we allowed our students to pursue the kind of learning that the educators here at #LeadUpChat are engaging in today. Just today I have seen Qs ranging from everything on PLCs, technology, instructional support, testing, school safety, on and on! Keep the fire going.
You are right! The time of year indeed when we have to communicate in the right ways at the right time. Our people are getting tired and we can't assume they are reading everything sent out. Get creative in getting the message across. #Leadupchat
That sounds amazing! We have Lego robotics at school...in a club. But it should/could become a core course for engineering...even in Elementary.
#leadupchat#edtech
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@MeehanEDU, @latoyadixon5, @LEGO_Group
We are NOT doing much of this.... I see 90% of instructional time being spent on what the teacher has determined EVERYONE should do. So disengaging. I don't even see writing workshop anymore! #leadupchat
Echoing what @Rdene915 loves about voxer, we have leveraged this w/in our department to have virtual meetings, and 24/7 collaboration for new teachers, veterans, etc., to support one another by posting questions & getting so many answers from Ts all across district #leadupchat
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@Rdene915, @dawblack, @curriculumblog, @voxer, @Rdene915
A) make it a day split in two
1) first half in the classroom setting expectations and classroom procedures
2) a day full of trying things out of EVERYONES comfort zone. Teaching everyone failure is okay and itâs apart of learning #leadupchat
I think depending on the content, "problem-based" can be more time efficient than "project-based," but not necessarily. Success w/inquiry-based, in any context depends on the appropriate teacher moves in "guidance." #LeadUpChat
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@dawblack, @mslizrichmond, @MrDelliSanti
My mind keeps settling back to the idea that we need a more balanced approach in public education. We need a well designed system that addresses the whole child-SEL-It seems to me we are too heavy on one side. Thatâs why i think we see the emphasis on mindfulness. #leadupchat
Soo much of the urgent is the result of people not being empowered so the decisions end up moving up the chain. I strive to build the leadership of the people around me to let me do more of the important work. It is a system change. #leadupchat
Without the shared ownership there is no inherent personal value. It becomes someone else's job, someone else's responsibility. Instead it must be - "our work, our kids, our school." #LeadUpChat
Gather what you have learned this year that is likely to contribute to making next year better, stronger, more productive and beneficial. The exercise can come under the heading of Lessons Learned at the end of year retreat. #leadupchat
A2: I'm thinking of doing houses with kids from multiple grade levels and rolling it out first day , and having an Olympics style opening ceremony end of 1st day and rotation so each kid goes to each specials and library for a book #leadupchat
I presented on my book Cardboard Confessionals at #sdprincipals18. My question, how important is it for our teachers to understand and sympathize for our students experience #LeadUpChathttps://t.co/Ms8uB6LVW8
Funny (more like strange) how we group #learners by age instead of interest, development, and skill. #leadupchat#FuturEd this won't always be the case.
I agree with you...would love to see more districts/campuses push content less in the first two weeks of school and really focus on relationship building and getting to know Ss passions/interests. #leadupchat
#leadupchat God blessed me to teach in a different vision before he aligned me with a district that embraced my creative vision. It was all growth. I realized it was bigger than Content and more about the whole child no matter the organization.
Now...how do your top three drivers differ from the vision of your organization or align with the vision of your organization? Is there a mismatch between what drives you and what is mandated of you? Ready? Go........#leadupchat
Q1. What are the top theee drivers of your everyday actions as an educator? No canned educational philosophies here. Just tell me whatâs driving what you do everyday as an educator-name your top 3. Ready? Go.......#Leadupchat
Putting it out there again for folks just joining as we are flipping the chat
So how does this work? The 4 C's of #LeadUpChat Edcamp
CHOOSE: You get to create the Qs
CHALLENGE: Push each other's thinking
COMPEL: Create Qs that Ignite!
CONNECT: Build your PLN
Our GT learners put on a #geniushour showcase with great success this week and I wondered how all 500 of our Ss could showcase their expertise. Anyone do this school-wide? #leadupchat
Sometimes the best way to start a @Voxer group is with one friend, a 3rd grade team, three teachers from a Twitter Chat....Start small and your group will grow.
#LeadUpChat
We use the Schoolwide Enrichment Model at my school. I havenât kept up with it well, but if you check out my blog, it will give you a taste. https://t.co/hboFYrlP64#leadupchat
Itâs almost as if we know the system is out of balance so we add the good stuff like problem based learning, mindfulness, opportunities for collaboration and to produce/present amazing work, but we havenât taken anything away so it tips the scale. I like analogiesđ¤ #leadupchat
Love this. Especially when encouraging reading at home but we have parents who donât like to or canât read well. Build that love together at school in partnership. #leadupchat
Here's a big What If...
What if Weeks 1-3 were used to gauge interests and skill sets. Then teams/classes formed. And personalized curricula matched. And projects began week 4.
#leadupchat
We can't assume that students come to us primed and ready for learning. Establish what it looks like and feels like to be a learner, then let them begin. #leadupchat
I agree with you...would love to see more districts/campuses push content less in the first two weeks of school and really focus on relationship building and getting to know Ss passions/interests. #leadupchat
It makes sense why senior teachers who do not like change would value seniority and majority rule over research, CITW, etc. It's human nature. #leadupchat
I think that would be great to determine fit of Ss to teacher as well...some Ts can reach certain Ss better than others because of their personalities and learning styles. #leadupchat
That's so important. June and July have a great way of erasing lessons learned, if we don't capture them now. For teachers, principals, and districts. #leadupchat
Give a packet of at home science projects and nature studied to my scholars. If I can keep it fun and relevant beyond our school year, I'll take that as a win! Slime is the first project, the buy in! #leadupchat
Our GT learners put on a #geniushour showcase with great success this week and I wondered how all 500 of our Ss could showcase their expertise. Anyone do this school-wide? #leadupchat
Doing what's uncomfortable, but what we know is right for students.
There's nothing risky about assigning a worksheet for completion, other than boring kids out of their minds.
Doing Barbee Bungie Jumps to teach math is risky the first time.
#leadupchat
Great question, Ts are compliant bc do things they have to do, without room for choice in the how, Ss are limited as well, no opps for exploring diff methods, tools, authentic learning #leadupchat
Just posted this but I agree whole heartedly saw @Jennifer_Hogan post recently & love this as it may become the new mantra for me đ we must #maslowbeforewebloom this focused on the #wholechild I will share all resources I have on implementation of this if youâd like #leadupchat
We introduced clubs for every kid this year. They meet once a month for the first 35 minutes of our school day. Students chose and clubs cannot be taken away. EVERY kid is awesome at their club!! #leadupchat
The first couple of days during Navy basic training that January in 1977.. i think the opening days of Kindergarten 1960 must have been like: culture shock. Easing littles into it seems like a good practice #LeadUpChat
I had them create accounts 2 years ago when we went to a tech conference, and since then my upper level Span uses it for class communic, reminders, to ask Qs, or to message their friends by talking, not texting #leadupchat
Spread positive messages as much as possible, in as many ways as possible, conversations, positive office referrals, knowing their names, knowing what they do outside of school, celebrating them as individuals, positive comments on report cards, etc. #leadupchat
A2 trying things that maybe you make up and have never done before, hoping it goes way intended and being ok if it doesn't, still a learning process, you are also vulnerable #leadupchat
Absolutely. The world of education is poised to change so quickly and they need support to see the new. The system they came up in isnât producing the results it did. Some T want the Ss to change without looking at their own classroom. We must support them. #leadupchat
One of the tips when going long term is choosing a tool w/staff & jumping in w/both feet, it definitely takes time to help staff become comfortable using it, and it has to be used consistently #leadupchat
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@Rdene915, @dawblack, @curriculumblog, @voxer
@NowakRo@asbellprincipal We've sent these calendars home, inviting our families to work together to make caring connections instead of hosting a certain night when everyone gathers. It generates great convos in class meetings, sparking other ideas and passion. #leadupchat
Absolutely! I have always wanted to link with other schools on Tweet Deck to provide a learning experience like this for my Ss. It would be a great way for Ss to share their thoughts outside of their learning realm. Plus Ts can monitor this as well. @CyndiWms5#leadupchat
Imagine if we allowed our students to pursue the kind of learning that the educators here at #LeadUpChat are engaging in today. Just today I have seen Qs ranging from everything on PLCs, technology, instructional support, testing, school safety, on and on! Keep the fire going.
I like to display student work...students feel the immediate response to their work...if they put in strong effort, their peers will see it and tell them itâs awesome...just as important, if not more so, than teacher praise...peer praise â¤ď¸#leadupchat
Anyone ever held a bookfair during campus registration? We were thinking it would be a great way to get Ss & Ps pumped for reading...thoughts?? #leadupchat
I would argue for a variety bc we don't want to give Ss & families the idea that "nothing important happens the first few weeks of school." Not everyone understands the long-term importance. Relationships blossom over time. #leadupchat
We talk about maslowâs hierarchy of needs, & that kids must feel safe, cared for & welcome before the learning can occur, call for action is putting the #WholeChild at the forefront of education #leadupchat
Another great example. How many Ts graduated from the same school they now teach in without any interruption except the college years. âIt worked for meâ is a common refrain. #leadupchat
Hereâs something else I think is missing or needs strengthening: Educators need community. Ed leaders need community. I see and am concerned about the number of educators, Leaders included, who feel isolated and alone. Maybe itâs all in my head..thoughts? #leadupchat
I loved listening in to this one because this couple was telling this 4th grade boy that they've been to Stonehenge and providing authentic feedback that he'd done a fantastic job! #leadupchat
A2. Enabling your team to feel SAFE enough to take risks without being judged. Fostering a school that values collaboration instead of competition can help! #leadupchat
I like using the phrase "what would it look like if...........?" Seems that just a few different words lead to a deeper discussion and vision. #LeadUpChat
totally, get students involved, create opps for them to have choices and it will build intrinsic motivation, lead to more engagement, more learning, great to experience #leadupchat
A For my Ss, I try to find opps for them to share what they are doing in class, to teach other peers, Ts, admin anyone to get their voice out there and build confidence, has been amazing #leadupchat
Is your leadership team crystal clear on "3 non-negotiables" for your campus? If each person were to sit down individually with you and respond would you have multiple answers? What do you need to start today to change this? #LeadUpChat
Especially admins........ #LeadUpChat -- It is easy to think that they don't understand us, but they live in a very different world that we don't easily understand either.
We are piloting an after school STEM club in our K-6 building. We want positive learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom. What clubs have others done that have been successful! #leadupchat
Nope, many times I believe educators, leaders, families etc., work in silos- mostly unintentional but we must become interdependent of one another because we all bring different strengths to the table & we need to capitalize on those #leadupchat
#leadupchat follow one another, support, inspiration, and relationship building goes along way. Lead from the front don't push from the rear. I challenge you to follow 5, retweet 5, or respond to 5 #edchat#tweets#leadupchat move beyond the hashtag.
@PrincipalSmart A: our 5th grade teacher @Shelley_Emslie started an after school âcomputer clubâ that included coding, #kahoot, etc. and invited the after school program to join...she also has 6 3D printers and has invited a local artist/student Dad in to help/mentor #leadupchat
Q: How do you pump up your students when it comes to taking mandatory state tests? How do you continue to fuel students' learning throughout the rest of the school year after the tests are done? #leadupchat
Too by clear, some are well intentioned for students but their experience drives their classroom culture. How do we expand their world so we can build a broader perspective for students. #leadupchat
Agree. We try to combat this by offering staff socials each month. We have gone to escape rooms, baseball games, out to dinner, etc. All for the purpose of building community. #leadupchat
We've done family MATH nights and they were well-attended; this year it'll be a STEAM night and the Collaboratory will be opened with Spheroes out for Ss to share w/their caregivers! https://t.co/rSSu5sSnaX#leadupchat
A2: Taking a leap of faith for yourself and your Ss to explore learning opportunities together. Sometimes it is good for Ss to see that their T is also learning. We are all life-long learners! :) @CyndiWms5#leadupchat
A: Yes, we had a STEAM Night where we invited local high school engineering students, community partners such as our public libraryâs mobile design studio, and experts in the field to allow students to earn stickers to Think Like An Artist, An Engineer, etc. #LeadUpChat
I overslept and missed spending the morning with some of my favorite educators at #EduGladiators! I am going to lurk a bit in #leadupchat in the final minutes. Bummed
A1: 1) Am I building relationships with my kids, other staff, and parents? 2) Have I taught so they are learning what they are supposed to know? 3) Did I give it my all? How could I have done it better? #leadupchat
@heffrey I am also starting a @TED_ED club at my school, want to help Ss develop their skills, find their passion, connect and build confidence #leadupchat
I wonder if it would be helpful for admins who observe us make a list of "look fors" from each T and incentivize peer observations: Visit 3 Ts rooms & write about observations & you can skip the next faculty meeting. #leadupchat
The teachers who earn their students' hearts throughout the year tend to have students who perform well on those tests. The "pumping up" is a year-round thing.
#leadupchat
@MrsBauerns A1: I straight up tell students that I know them better than the test does, but that it will still be a sense of pride for them if they DO BETTER THAN THEY DID LAST YEAR...compare themselves to themselves, not other students or proficiency #leadupchat
Yes! Uncomfortable but what's right for Ss. We have to find the balance to sustain Ss passion and enthusiasm. Just had this talk yesterday with Ss. "Good challenges help us grow--if we always play teams that we beat easily, will our growth be best challenged?" #Leadupchat
Doing what's uncomfortable, but what we know is right for students.
There's nothing risky about assigning a worksheet for completion, other than boring kids out of their minds.
Doing Barbee Bungie Jumps to teach math is risky the first time.
#leadupchat
Kids need play, itâs important for brain development & #SEL maybe the approach is providing #brainboosts throughout this time period where they are expected to sit for long periods of time. #leadupchat
With only a few minutes left in our time today, it flew by, feel free to continue the crazy good questions and responses after #LeadUpChat! The engagement is high because we are talking about what matters to you!
I'm going back to having my own P nights bc HS math is so much of a gateway to college-career options. I used to get over 80% attendance & sending video links just isn't getting to them. #leadupchat
With only a few minutes left in our time today, it flew by, feel free to continue the crazy good questions and responses after #LeadUpChat! The engagement is high because we are talking about what matters to you!
A2: Itâs being okay with failing forward. Allowing yourself and others to take leaps of faith from what we know to what it could be if.... Learning from mistakes and figuring out a different way; making it better along the way. #leadupchat
Talking about it, get them moving some, I teach HS and they have a lot of testing, and so I try to get some activ in our class that are brain breaks, hands on and fun #leadupchat
What if the faculty meetings were inspiring and fun? This is a big part of the old system which gives Ts an easy out to just focus on their own room. âI canât tell another teacher how to teachâ or âIâm not their bossâ Ts need to see Observation as collaboration #leadupchat
A: Almost at some point everyday. I believe that the "what if?" questions allows us as educators to try new things. If it doesn't work, we at least can say we tried. Take a risk every now & then, it may provide a unique learning experince for our Ss. #leadupchat
I use Peardeck to present at meetings, but Kahoot could definitely be a nice side activity. Maybe just play the music while participants are responding on Peardeck! Great idea here. #leadupchat
In reply to
@PrincipalSmart, @mslizrichmond, @Shelley_Emslie, @GetKahoot
A2: In teaching PreK, I would allow the Ps to stay, let them join their children in exploring with math manipulatives, story time, recess, and snack. I this manner, Ps can see how part of a typical day would look, putting the Ps at ease. #leadupchat
Thank you everyone for joining in today. Edcamp style #LeadUpChat is always a blast because you get to talk about what you are passionately committed to and for kids. Thankful for highly committed educators like you. See everyone next Saturday.
Another big one for me with Ss and teachers? Tell me more.
Three little words.
Then sit in silence and just listen.
And prepare for powerful and empowering response.
#leadupchat
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We learned from @tsschmidty about GOOSE cards. âGet out of school earlyâ for social media posts. Our admin team would cover a period for the teacher we voted on. #leadupchat
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@LaneWalker2, @hapyeaster, @tsschmidty
