Hello Fun People!
Syndee checking in from Canton!
Had a great day in Lansing for Lobby Day with @AllysonApsey and @davidsimpson512 Leading the Way!!! #MEMSPAchat
Q1: @SeanCovey is the opening keynote at the #MEMSPA18 Conference December 5. He co-wrote: “The Leader in Me: How Schools around the World Are Inspiring Greatness, One Child at a Time.” How are YOU inspiring Greatness in your school, one child at a time? #MEMSPAchat@MEMSPA
Join #MEMSPAchat now. It’s going to be an awesome @MEMSPA Pre-Conference chat, highlighting a coupe sessions leading into a great collaboration. Here we go!
A1: I take the time to stop and focus when speaking with all students. Give them your full attention. When they know you care, they will do so many things for you. #MEMSPAchat
A1: We are working very hard to make sure every student feels known and valued. I think by doing so, the individual greatness in EVERY student will shine. As @CraigMcCalla24 says, “All means All!” #MEMSPAchat
Q1: @SeanCovey is the opening keynote at the #MEMSPA18 Conference December 5. He co-wrote: “The Leader in Me: How Schools around the World Are Inspiring Greatness, One Child at a Time.” How are YOU inspiring Greatness in your school, one child at a time? #MEMSPAchat@MEMSPA
A1: Trying my best to connect with each student individually - making sure they know they are valued, loved and appreciated - one student at a time. #MEMSPAchat
A1: I make sure I know each child's name and I use it when I see them in class and around the school. You can't be inspired unless you know you are valued! #MEMSPAchat
A1 Super excited about having Sean kick off our conference. Making sure EVERY child has their own growth goals both academically and socially helps inspire their inner greatness! #MEMSPAchat
A1: encouraging student voice and leadership. I think @gcourosposted a quote today that says how can build leaders for the future if we don’t let them lead now. Met with 4 8th graders today who want to start an 8th grade after school choir group. #MEMSPAchat
A1: Set high expectations. Support Ts and Ss where they are. Empower and encourage risk, growth, and relationships. Listen authentically. Make sure every student and staff member feels valued.
#focusonyourWHY#MEMSPAchat
Q1: @SeanCovey is the opening keynote at the #MEMSPA18 Conference December 5. He co-wrote: “The Leader in Me: How Schools around the World Are Inspiring Greatness, One Child at a Time.” How are YOU inspiring Greatness in your school, one child at a time? #MEMSPAchat@MEMSPA
#memspachat A1: I try to find out what motivates the students, and use that to bring out their best. So far, I am using slurpees, comic books, Baron Bucks and gym time.
Q1: @SeanCovey is the opening keynote at the #MEMSPA18 Conference December 5. He co-wrote: “The Leader in Me: How Schools around the World Are Inspiring Greatness, One Child at a Time.” How are YOU inspiring Greatness in your school, one child at a time? #MEMSPAchat@MEMSPA
A1: We actually in the process of becoming an official Leader in Me School! So excited to hear @seancovey next week! We have been doing PBIS for years and look for leadership opportunities for our Ss daily. Staff are committed to not only academics but whole child! #memspachat
Q1: @SeanCovey is the opening keynote at the #MEMSPA18 Conference December 5. He co-wrote: “The Leader in Me: How Schools around the World Are Inspiring Greatness, One Child at a Time.” How are YOU inspiring Greatness in your school, one child at a time? #MEMSPAchat@MEMSPA
A1: Establishing and growing relationships, fostering hope, resilience, and empowering our students. Reminding them that they can do hard things, if they put their mind to it and believe that they're great! #MEMSPAchat
Q1: @SeanCovey is the opening keynote at the #MEMSPA18 Conference December 5. He co-wrote: “The Leader in Me: How Schools around the World Are Inspiring Greatness, One Child at a Time.” How are YOU inspiring Greatness in your school, one child at a time? #MEMSPAchat@MEMSPA
A1: Getting to know students personally and taking genuine interest in what they like. Nurture their passions, and support their teachers in giving them voice and choice in the classroom. #MEMSPAchat
A1: Starting last year and cont. this year Staff @GardensSchool are building their capacity for Leader in Me. We've completed a Book Study and are dabbling with the Habits! I'm beyond excited to hear @seancovey for the keynote and see how we can make LinM a reality! #MEMSPAchat
Q1: @SeanCovey is the opening keynote at the #MEMSPA18 Conference December 5. He co-wrote: “The Leader in Me: How Schools around the World Are Inspiring Greatness, One Child at a Time.” How are YOU inspiring Greatness in your school, one child at a time? #MEMSPAchat@MEMSPA
Q2: @MEMSPA leader @rewiredprinK2 is hosting a #MEMSPA18 session on “Winning Over The Next Generation of Leaders.” How are you working with newer, millennial teachers in order to maximize their individual impact and leadership potential? #MEMSPAchat
A1: We continue with our Target talk of lifelong guidelines and life skills....giving specific feedback using the 23 key words. This strengthens our students in all ways. #memspachat
Q2: @MEMSPA leader @rewiredprinK2 is hosting a #MEMSPA18 session on “Winning Over The Next Generation of Leaders.” How are you working with newer, millennial teachers in order to maximize their individual impact and leadership potential? #MEMSPAchat
A2: provide them all the support they need in and out of the classroom. Help them to make a connection to the school and ask them to be a part of things. They are just learning about the culture of the school. #MEMSPAchat
A2: If you are not sure, come to my session so we can learn with and from each other! This Boomer can learn a lot from yuz Gen Xers and Millennials! #MEMSPAchat
A2 -So timely and relevant! Having three Millenial children of my own, I have learned that supporting them through their self-doubts and sharing confidence in them is super important. #MEMSPAchat
In reply to
@MrDomagalski, @MEMSPA, @rewiredprinK2
Q2: The right mentor teacher is essential. We need to show them our passion and lead courageously, positively, and with integrity. Look for opportunities to offer them small leadership roles early. Have fun. #MEMSPAchat
A2: I love to embrace different generations of teachers. I try to provide ongoing, informal feedback to them on a constant basis…it also helps as I can relate to them:) #MEMSPAchat
As a milennial, it's a bit easier to understand our perspective and needs. The world is changing and our concerns aren't always the traditional concerns. #MEMSPAchat
Q2: @MEMSPA leader @rewiredprinK2 is hosting a #MEMSPA18 session on “Winning Over The Next Generation of Leaders.” How are you working with newer, millennial teachers in order to maximize their individual impact and leadership potential? #MEMSPAchat
A2: Sounds like a great session. I’d like to learn more. I am making sure to emphasize that leaders are always trying new things. Encourage collaboration and not be afraid to take risks. #MEMSPAchat
A2: The answer to that depends on the skill set and passions of that individual teacher.
We have to build them up, scaffold leadership learning, and then provide opportunities to lead within team, department, school, and/or district.
#MEMSPAchat
Q2: @MEMSPA leader @rewiredprinK2 is hosting a #MEMSPA18 session on “Winning Over The Next Generation of Leaders.” How are you working with newer, millennial teachers in order to maximize their individual impact and leadership potential? #MEMSPAchat
A2: Supporting their interests and offering leadership opportunities in district. Constant communication and embracing them as part of our school family. #MEMSPAchat
In reply to
@MrDomagalski, @MEMSPA, @rewiredprinK2
A2: Provide them leadership opportunities in which they shine - I thought I was savvy with technology BUT not near my new teachers! Let them shine! #MEMSPAchat
A2: As a newer leader, I haven't had much practice in working with my new teacher/leaders but I agree with @HarvestLearning It's important to support them, work through their self doubt, build up their confidence and promote the fact that they have a voice! #MEMSPAchat
Q2: @MEMSPA leader @rewiredprinK2 is hosting a #MEMSPA18 session on “Winning Over The Next Generation of Leaders.” How are you working with newer, millennial teachers in order to maximize their individual impact and leadership potential? #MEMSPAchat
A2: he hooked us up with his great on boarding document. Meeting with new Ts regularly, discuss their strengths, where they see themselves adding value, how can we support them in a way that best suits them, etc. We hired them for a reason, let them do their thing! #MEMSPAchat
A2: Each month, during our staff meeting, we have a "Staff Spotlight" where teachers showcase something they're doing in their classroom that they're proud of. This encourages ALL teachers to share and build capacity in our team. #MEMSPAchat
Q2: @MEMSPA leader @rewiredprinK2 is hosting a #MEMSPA18 session on “Winning Over The Next Generation of Leaders.” How are you working with newer, millennial teachers in order to maximize their individual impact and leadership potential? #MEMSPAchat
A2: Remind them they matter, their voice matters and that they have the same seat at the table as everyone else on our team - although isn't that what we do with all, not just new, teachers? #MEMSPAchat#allteachersareleaders
Q3: @MEMSPA Co-State & Federal Relations Coordinator @davidsimpson512 will lead a #MEMSPA18 session on “Hacking Towards Deeper Learning & PBL in the Middle Levels.” How have you “hacked” an issue for Deeper Learning or change in your school? #MEMSPAchat
A2: I believe newer staff have so much to offer! It's about including them into the practices you have already established and empowering them to be leaders in their own right! We can gain so much when we bridge the gap! #memspachat#mortonchat
Q2: @MEMSPA leader @rewiredprinK2 is hosting a #MEMSPA18 session on “Winning Over The Next Generation of Leaders.” How are you working with newer, millennial teachers in order to maximize their individual impact and leadership potential? #MEMSPAchat
A2: Leveraging their energy and enthusiasm while building on their individual strengths. Getting in the trenches with them to coach and support. #MEMSPAchat
Q3: @MEMSPA Co-State & Federal Relations Coordinator @davidsimpson512 will lead a #MEMSPA18 session on “Hacking Towards Deeper Learning & PBL in the Middle Levels.” How have you “hacked” an issue for Deeper Learning or change in your school? #MEMSPAchat
A3: I can't wait to attend this session! Using Standards-Based Grading helps our students dig deeper into learning. Love the 20Time project in 7th grade too! #MEMSPAchat
In reply to
@MrDomagalski, @MEMSPA, @davidsimpson512
A3: Two different spaces...Maker's Day for all 943 students and developing deeper learning on trauma through grade level rotations and upcoming guest speaker.
#MEMSPAchat
Q3: @MEMSPA Co-State & Federal Relations Coordinator @davidsimpson512 will lead a #MEMSPA18 session on “Hacking Towards Deeper Learning & PBL in the Middle Levels.” How have you “hacked” an issue for Deeper Learning or change in your school? #MEMSPAchat
A3- Involving Ss in their learning has been great to witness through SeeSaw. Students articulate their learning goals and HOW they will work to reach them and WHAT they have to do to reach their goal. Ss owning their learning! #MEMSPAchat
In reply to
@MrDomagalski, @MEMSPA, @davidsimpson512
Q3: @MEMSPA Co-State & Federal Relations Coordinator @davidsimpson512 will lead a #MEMSPA18 session on “Hacking Towards Deeper Learning & PBL in the Middle Levels.” How have you “hacked” an issue for Deeper Learning or change in your school? #MEMSPAchat
A2) Milennials are great teachers, as a "Boomer", thanks @rewiredprinK2 , I have worked on being a great listener and learner...we have different paths and will learn from each other as long as we are open to it. #MEMSPAchat
A3: PBIS system - it needed an overhaul - as a staff we dug into our purpose and focused on our why to determine what direction we needed to go. We are still in the process, but making good gains.#MEMSPAchat
Hopping into #MEMSPAchat for a bit while spending time with the family. Allyson, elementary principal in Zeeland, MI and proud #WeLeadMI co-coordinator with @davidsimpson512
A3) Our literacy coach and I go in and cover classes for 30 minutes to allow the classroom teacher and their interventionist to collaborate. We teach a lesson or confer with students. #MEMSPAchat
Q3: @MEMSPA Co-State & Federal Relations Coordinator @davidsimpson512 will lead a #MEMSPA18 session on “Hacking Towards Deeper Learning & PBL in the Middle Levels.” How have you “hacked” an issue for Deeper Learning or change in your school? #MEMSPAchat
A3: Best hack for daily announcements was letting students design and format the show. They redesigned part of our MakerSpace w/green-screen! Our #TraverseHeights 5th Graders are leading the way! #MEMSPAchat
A3: We’ve been pushing place-based education for our kids. Having them in the community has helped them see the area and learn real world concepts in the real world! #MEMSPAchat
In reply to
@MrDomagalski, @MEMSPA, @davidsimpson512
Q4: @MEMSPA Co-State & Federal Relations Coordinator @AllysonApsey is leading a #MEMSPA18 session on a truly inspiring “Path to Seredipity”. Share with others how you have had a hardship, but overcame it by positive leadership and a seredip mindset. #MEMSPAchat
A3: Implementing whole child practices in our building. Teachers focus should not be solely on there content but the whole child. Like @MrDomagalski would say "We educators first." #MEMSPAchat
A3: I'm not sure I can say I have yet... Excited for the session to learn more about "hacking" in an effort to improve learning for out students! #MEMSPAchat
Q3: @MEMSPA Co-State & Federal Relations Coordinator @davidsimpson512 will lead a #MEMSPA18 session on “Hacking Towards Deeper Learning & PBL in the Middle Levels.” How have you “hacked” an issue for Deeper Learning or change in your school? #MEMSPAchat
A3: Deepening our understanding of trauma-informed practices. It's such a priority, that we're utilizing the majority of our staff meeting for this work. It's been a mindset shift for everyone but turning staff meetings into additional PD has been VERY powerful! #MEMSPAchat
Q3: @MEMSPA Co-State & Federal Relations Coordinator @davidsimpson512 will lead a #MEMSPA18 session on “Hacking Towards Deeper Learning & PBL in the Middle Levels.” How have you “hacked” an issue for Deeper Learning or change in your school? #MEMSPAchat
A4: My #1 strength on Strengthfinders is positivity! I am blessed to experience every challenge as an opportunity and every day as a gift to be revealed! #MEMSPAchat
A4: I didn’t get a job I had applied for. Started to throw a pity party…but changed to a positive mindset. The person who got the job became the best mentor I could have asked for and helped me be the leader I am today! #grateful#Path2Serendipity#MEMSPAchat
A4: Looking forward to this session by my friend @AllysonApsey! It really is about mindset & the lens we choose to see things through. Challenges help us become better leaders & hardships help us develop strength (and empathy for others). #MEMSPAchat
Q4: @MEMSPA Co-State & Federal Relations Coordinator @AllysonApsey is leading a #MEMSPA18 session on a truly inspiring “Path to Seredipity”. Share with others how you have had a hardship, but overcame it by positive leadership and a seredip mindset. #MEMSPAchat
A4: Getting yourself in the right mindset is the best thing you can do. Surrounding myself with the right people with the same mindset can support leading a positive, more rewarding life. #MEMSPAchat
#memspachat A4: I was in a job I loved, only to see the position eliminated due to budget cuts. Twice. Each time, something better came along. Including LM Cohort 6
A4 When staff morale hit a low point due to student behavior and other pressures. I felt like a failure. Zoning in on the "Pirate in Me"and going back to CULTURE has helped right the ship. #MEMSPAchat
A4: Discipline decisions for student in trauma - getting staff to understand and buy-in to restorative. Total support, positive belief in that child. #MEMSPAchat
A4) When we were short playground/cafeteria supervisors, I stepped in to help. I enjoyed getting to know the students, loved being outside, and got to observe our systems. I still like helping when I can. #MEMSPAchat
Q4: @MEMSPA Co-State & Federal Relations Coordinator @AllysonApsey is leading a #MEMSPA18 session on a truly inspiring “Path to Seredipity”. Share with others how you have had a hardship, but overcame it by positive leadership and a seredip mindset. #MEMSPAchat
A4: Realizing that all experiences, from unimaginable joys to our lowest lows, have beautiful lessons buried within is living life with a serendipity mindset—expecting to stumble upon treasures at every turn. And, we find what we look for in life. #MEMSPAchat#Path2Serendipity
Q4: @MEMSPA Co-State & Federal Relations Coordinator @AllysonApsey is leading a #MEMSPA18 session on a truly inspiring “Path to Seredipity”. Share with others how you have had a hardship, but overcame it by positive leadership and a seredip mindset. #MEMSPAchat
A4: I remind myself to stay grounded and true to my vision for leadership. Doing this makes the biggest hardship seem a little less intimidating and more manageable. #MEMSPAchat
Q4: @MEMSPA Co-State & Federal Relations Coordinator @AllysonApsey is leading a #MEMSPA18 session on a truly inspiring “Path to Seredipity”. Share with others how you have had a hardship, but overcame it by positive leadership and a seredip mindset. #MEMSPAchat
A4: Knowing and believing that EVERYTHING happens for a reason...another door, to grow, become stronger, share an experience, new relationships, etc.
FOCUS on the 90% not the 10%
#MEMSPAchat
Q4: @MEMSPA Co-State & Federal Relations Coordinator @AllysonApsey is leading a #MEMSPA18 session on a truly inspiring “Path to Seredipity”. Share with others how you have had a hardship, but overcame it by positive leadership and a seredip mindset. #MEMSPAchat
A4: Practicing mindfulness has helped me maintain clarity and calm during chaos. Staying present in each moment of joy is a way to store positive energy so those stressful times don't deplete my enthusiasm for being a principal. #MEMSPAchat
A4: Pushing a new co-taught Math and Science time brought some anxiety to start the year. Supporting teachers and hearing their concerns have helped make it an extremely positive part of our students day. #MEMSPAchat
A3: deeper learning- build learning autonomy: build independent learners. In classrooms, increase collaborative learning, use formative assessment, and push each student to go deeper. Love my 5th 6th grades doing Genius Hour. #MEMSPAchat
A4: No matter the set back, personal or professional focusing on the negative or worrying wont change or help anything. You have to focus on moving forward, see the positive and see the good in EVERYTHING you experience! #MEMSPAchat#Path2Serendipity
Q4: @MEMSPA Co-State & Federal Relations Coordinator @AllysonApsey is leading a #MEMSPA18 session on a truly inspiring “Path to Seredipity”. Share with others how you have had a hardship, but overcame it by positive leadership and a seredip mindset. #MEMSPAchat
A4: valleys in our life our necessary to grow. While in the valley we have to remind ourselves that we are in control of our own effort and attitude. Draw on others for strength. #MEMSPAchat
Q5: Former @MEMSPA President and current @MEMSPA@NAESP State Rep @SSpickard is hosting several #MEMSPA18 sessions around POSITIVITY.
In what ways do you promote your POSITIVE school climate and/or create POSITIVE team collaboration? #MEMSPAchat
A4: Balance, exercise, and a strong network of colleagues who have also become dear friends have helped me get through the tough times @MPSbiedermann and #mortonchat I feel truly blessed to be surrounded by such a positive group of educators. #memspachat
Q4: @MEMSPA Co-State & Federal Relations Coordinator @AllysonApsey is leading a #MEMSPA18 session on a truly inspiring “Path to Seredipity”. Share with others how you have had a hardship, but overcame it by positive leadership and a seredip mindset. #MEMSPAchat
A5: I make sure we post great bulletin boards. It makes things feel upbeat. I share the small victories with staff so they can see how they are accomplishing things all the time. #MEMSPAchat
A5: It starts with us!! We need to model a positive attitude and assume best intentions. @SSpickard does this by promoting the #LeadPositive mindset! #MEMSPAchat
Q5: Former @MEMSPA President and current @MEMSPA@NAESP State Rep @SSpickard is hosting several #MEMSPA18 sessions around POSITIVITY.
In what ways do you promote your POSITIVE school climate and/or create POSITIVE team collaboration? #MEMSPAchat
BAM! How can you not LOVE LOVE LOVE this session by @SSpickard - How can this not inspire you to show that #WeLeadMI no matter what! Check this session out at #MEMSPA18 - Collaborate NOW on #MEMSPAchat
Q5: Former @MEMSPA President and current @MEMSPA@NAESP State Rep @SSpickard is hosting several #MEMSPA18 sessions around POSITIVITY.
In what ways do you promote your POSITIVE school climate and/or create POSITIVE team collaboration? #MEMSPAchat
A5: I really feel people feed off the energy of those around them. Every day, I wake up grateful to spend my day with amazing students and a great staff. I hope my positivity is contagious. I always say to my staff…In the face of negativity, choose positivity! #MEMSPAchat
A4: SSW service removed last year w/o any supports added. I learned that when things go low (and they did), I keep going higher. On a personal note, needing the work up for a rather sudden kidney transplant, I’ve continued to lead with optimism #memspachat
Q5: Former @MEMSPA President and current @MEMSPA@NAESP State Rep @SSpickard is hosting several #MEMSPA18 sessions around POSITIVITY.
In what ways do you promote your POSITIVE school climate and/or create POSITIVE team collaboration? #MEMSPAchat
Making space for all voices is essential for a positive environment. Freddy Mercury was arguably a stronger musician as a part of Queen than as a solo artist. #MEMSPAchat
Q5: Former @MEMSPA President and current @MEMSPA@NAESP State Rep @SSpickard is hosting several #MEMSPA18 sessions around POSITIVITY.
In what ways do you promote your POSITIVE school climate and/or create POSITIVE team collaboration? #MEMSPAchat
A5) You need to include others on committees and work groups to gain a variety of ideas and perspectives. Also, our staff and students are embracing our KIND theme - #KeepItNiceDaily. #MEMSPAchat
Q5: Former @MEMSPA President and current @MEMSPA@NAESP State Rep @SSpickard is hosting several #MEMSPA18 sessions around POSITIVITY.
In what ways do you promote your POSITIVE school climate and/or create POSITIVE team collaboration? #MEMSPAchat
This was one of the biggest take aways for me when I read your book! Turning hardships into treasures and finding the positive in every obstacle has been a mindset I have really tried to keep this year! #memspachat#Path2Serendipity
The Power of Positivity 12/6 at 10:45 and Positive Team Collaboration with @KimberlyGillow at 3:00. Come and get some #LeadPositive swag with come takeaways to try. I try to keep people positive and happy---food helps. :) Appreciation goes a long way too. #MEMSPAchat
Q5: Former @MEMSPA President and current @MEMSPA@NAESP State Rep @SSpickard is hosting several #MEMSPA18 sessions around POSITIVITY.
In what ways do you promote your POSITIVE school climate and/or create POSITIVE team collaboration? #MEMSPAchat
A4 #MEMSPAchat rather than kicking the problem you focus on solutions. I inspired a school community to bring to their children the hopes for had for them. Everything they wanted / needed existed within the community. We transformed the school because we believed in ourselves.
A4:Reading @davidsimpson512 answer helped me think of mine. Interviewed for a job for AP and really wanted it but didn't get it. Was really disappointed & wasn't go to apply for my current AP job but did and ended up being a great fit.Everything happens for a reason #MEMSPAchat
A4: had a staff member pass away from cancer. Put things in perspective and nobody wanted to teach, but we focused on positive thoughts of him and how much he loved “our” kids and how pissed he’d be if we all sat around moping his passing. We pressed on together. #MEMSPAchat
A5: Attitude reflects leadership! Make sure you are always lifting your staff up and treating everyone with kindness and respect. I send positive letters home to my Ts families and give good job notes to all my staff. #MEMSPAchat
A5: Showcasing all of the great things happening at Alcona Elementary. Through Facebook, Twitter, newspaper and any other source to get information to the community. Focusing on the positives help when a negative comes up. #MEMSPAchat
In reply to
@MrDomagalski, @MEMSPA, @NAESP, @SSpickard
A4: Staying focused on what matters most (students) when our paths take us on bumpy roads is critical. I've learned to surround myself with navigators (teachers, family, pricnipals) to keep me going in a positive direction and on the right path. #MEMSPAchat
A5: You create and promote with every action, reaction, word, and communication. It has to be intentional, yet authentic. You have to create a capacity to affirm, value, and appreciate each other for EXACTLY who we/they are.
#MEMSPAchat
Q5: Former @MEMSPA President and current @MEMSPA@NAESP State Rep @SSpickard is hosting several #MEMSPA18 sessions around POSITIVITY.
In what ways do you promote your POSITIVE school climate and/or create POSITIVE team collaboration? #MEMSPAchat
#memspachat A5: Gratitude walks..(hand delivered coffee and cocoa goes a long way). And, after hearing frustrations, I close with "tell me something good"
@AllysonApsey I’ve read #PrincesofSerendip 10 times to classes in grades 1-5 this week. Everytime I read the book I learn something new each time. I’ll surely have it memorized by the time I’m done in with all 30 classes. It’s amazing!
A4: Staying focused on what matters most (students) when our paths take us on bumpy roads is critical. I've learned to surround myself with navigators (teachers, family, principals) to keep me going in a positive direction and on the right path. #MEMSPAchat
A5: Points of Pride for students that include phone calls home on Fridays for students - staff recognizing staff at monthly student PBIS assembly...#MEMSPAchat
Q6: @MEMSPA leader @benjamingilpin is hosting a #MEMSPA18 session on the Social and Emotional Needs for THIS Generation. In what ways are you supporting the social and emotional needs for both students and staff? #MEMSPAchat
A5: Start with a smile. Smile at people. Ask them questions, listen to answers. Ask staff about their families, their lives and follow up about things that are important to them!! #MEMSPAchat
Q5: Former @MEMSPA President and current @MEMSPA@NAESP State Rep @SSpickard is hosting several #MEMSPA18 sessions around POSITIVITY.
In what ways do you promote your POSITIVE school climate and/or create POSITIVE team collaboration? #MEMSPAchat
I have to get up at 2:45 AM to leave for Tennessee principals conference - I am looking forward to seeing everyone in TC on Wednesday - have to get to bed! #MEMSPAchat
A5: Positivity is a strength of mine. It is so important to lead your building with a positive attitude because your staff and students feed off of that. We as leaders set the tone. #MEMSPAchat
Q6: @MEMSPA leader @benjamingilpin is hosting a #MEMSPA18 session on the Social and Emotional Needs for THIS Generation. In what ways are you supporting the social and emotional needs for both students and staff? #MEMSPAchat
Q6: @MEMSPA leader @benjamingilpin is hosting a #MEMSPA18 session on the Social and Emotional Needs for THIS Generation. In what ways are you supporting the social and emotional needs for both students and staff? #MEMSPAchat
A6: My teachers are working hard at our new CREW period to help students with the SEL competencies. Making positive connections with kids and each other! #MEMSPAchat
A5: It sounds simple, but show genuine happiness to see your staff and students every day. I am very aware of my body language and model positivity through my talk and actions around staff members even when I am having “moments”#MEMSPAchat
Q6: @MEMSPA leader @benjamingilpin is hosting a #MEMSPA18 session on the Social and Emotional Needs for THIS Generation. In what ways are you supporting the social and emotional needs for both students and staff? #MEMSPAchat
A6: Finding training for my staff around SEL to support our students. At our school we also make it a point to ensure we are all supported and we rally around each other in times of need. We find ways to connect with one another to build those bonds. #MEMSPAchat
A5: When it comes to positivity, I try to be the change I want to see. From morning greetings, classroom visits, eating lunch with Ss, or attending games/events, always look for and acknowledge the positive! #MEMSPAchat
A6: We need to lead with empathy. We don't necessarily know what every staff member or student is going through, but we must always consider it may be more challenging than many can handle. Listen, care, love...#MEMSPAchat
A6: Maintaining our vision on making sure kids' basic needs are met before learning. Supportive teacher teams, positive feedback - find the joy and FUN in what we do each day. My new Jammy pack helps with that! #MEMSPAchat
A6: Positive connections. PRIDE recognition for each student. Value and honor each student.
Student FOCUS Teams have been outstanding at doing just this.
#MEMSPAchat
Q6: @MEMSPA leader @benjamingilpin is hosting a #MEMSPA18 session on the Social and Emotional Needs for THIS Generation. In what ways are you supporting the social and emotional needs for both students and staff? #MEMSPAchat
A6 Goes back to the deeper learning answer I gave for @davidsimpson512 We have to know the inner goals, desires and needs for our students to help them emotionally and academically. #MEMSPAchat
In reply to
@MrDomagalski, @MEMSPA, @benjamingilpin, @davidsimpson512
A6: Information is power! We are teaming up with a local agency to provide staff with training and trauma-informed strategies. We model mindfulness, empathy, and meet our students wherever they are. This has made a HUGE impact on the work we do. #MEMSPAchat
Q6: @MEMSPA leader @benjamingilpin is hosting a #MEMSPA18 session on the Social and Emotional Needs for THIS Generation. In what ways are you supporting the social and emotional needs for both students and staff? #MEMSPAchat
Q6: @MEMSPA leader @benjamingilpin is hosting a #MEMSPA18 session on the Social and Emotional Needs for THIS Generation. In what ways are you supporting the social and emotional needs for both students and staff? #MEMSPAchat
A6: Our behavior coach is working through Zones of Regulation with some students and classes, making a huge difference! Next step is how to bring it building wide and bring this to staff. #MEMSPAchat
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@MrDomagalski, @MEMSPA, @benjamingilpin
A5: @PosProject, snow day challneges, Lancer Love notes among staff, positivity project rocks with words of affirmation, #goodnewscalloftheday, Lancer Leader tickets for taking care of self, each other, this place. #MEMSPAchat
Q7: Spotlight on Innovation 2.0 is happening at the #MEMSPA18 Conference, focused around Innovating your Staff Meetings.
What Innovative techniques have you used in your Staff Meetings to motivate, get your staff up & moving, increase participation, or using tech? #MEMSPAchat
A6) This question on SEL is getting a lot of ideas for the Ss, what are you doing for your own wellbeing as well as your teachers? The social and emotional needs of your staff? What are you doing for you? #memspachat
A6 I tell staff to give S's what they need, what do they show us they need. If they need a nap, let em take 1. Letting T's know they matter, face to face, not over email or note in the box. #MEMSPAchat
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@MrDomagalski, @MEMSPA, @benjamingilpin
A6: Our #TraverseHeights staff goes above and beyond with SEL! The complexity of care Ss require is always addressed with the simplicity of love in our school. #ProudPrincipal#MEMSPAchat
This is a session I really want to attend and learn more about! This year especially I have sensed a stronger need to support SEL both for staff and Ss. Looking forward to this session! #memspachat
Q6: @MEMSPA leader @benjamingilpin is hosting a #MEMSPA18 session on the Social and Emotional Needs for THIS Generation. In what ways are you supporting the social and emotional needs for both students and staff? #MEMSPAchat
At #MEMSPA18 is Spotlight on Innovation. @MrDomagalski will explain at the opening Wednesday (Dec 5) morning, but this is a CAN'T MISS during the vendor show on Thursday (12-3pm). Check it out #MEMSPAchat
Q7: Spotlight on Innovation 2.0 is happening at the #MEMSPA18 Conference, focused around Innovating your Staff Meetings.
What Innovative techniques have you used in your Staff Meetings to motivate, get your staff up & moving, increase participation, or using tech? #MEMSPAchat
Q7: Spotlight on Innovation 2.0 is happening at the #MEMSPA18 Conference, focused around Innovating your Staff Meetings.
What Innovative techniques have you used in your Staff Meetings to motivate, get your staff up & moving, increase participation, or using tech? #MEMSPAchat
A7: This might be off base, but in order to practice teacher self-care, we spent time in our last staff meeting writing a gratitude card to anyone that staff chose. It was low tech..but modeled human connection and mindfulness. #MEMSPAchat
A7: I have done Breakout EDU activities, staff trivia, different WEB types activities that get my staff to laugh and learn a bit more about each other. #MEMSPAchat
In 2019 @MEMSPA is providing SEL professional learning opportunities for teachers and Admin. Along with Self care tools and supports. Look for it soon.
A6: SEL is a big focus for our school. We have implemented mindfulness, trauma informed care training, stressed relationship building, Class Catalyst-SEL 3 min student self check. We need to help teach our students to self regulate and deal with conflict. #MEMSPAchat
A6: This year, our new behavior coach and I are leading restorative circles with students. The simple format, which allows student voice, is a game changer. Students request them now to work though things. #memspachat
A7: We’ve taken blended learning and incorporated it into staff meetings. Many staff had training on how to do it in the classroom, our leadership team wanted to model it for all staff. Much more engaging and enjoyable. #MEMSPAchat
A7: I'm still using so many tools from last's year's #MEMSPA conference for Staff Meetings... Goosechase, Mentimeter, FlipGrid, Google apps, and the list goes on! #MEMSPAchat
Q7: Spotlight on Innovation 2.0 is happening at the #MEMSPA18 Conference, focused around Innovating your Staff Meetings.
What Innovative techniques have you used in your Staff Meetings to motivate, get your staff up & moving, increase participation, or using tech? #MEMSPAchat
A7: Utilizing Adaptive Schools and protocols learned in Leadership Matters have transformed our staff meetings. Also using GooseChase and Breakout Boxes have put a fun spin on the time we have together. #LMCohort9#MEMSPAchat
Q7: Spotlight on Innovation 2.0 is happening at the #MEMSPA18 Conference, focused around Innovating your Staff Meetings.
What Innovative techniques have you used in your Staff Meetings to motivate, get your staff up & moving, increase participation, or using tech? #MEMSPAchat
A7: I send a lot of information out in my weekly staff smore (@SmorePages) since our staff meeting are only 30 minutes long. More creative ideas are definitely needed! #MEMSPAchat
A7: That is something we need to improve at as admins for our staff. We are doing a better job then last year but need some ideas. Excited to learn some innovative techniques. #MEMSPAchat
Q8: There are a ton of great sessions at the #MEMSPA18 Conference happening next week. CHALLENGE QUESTION on #MEMSPAchat now.
Name one speaker/session would you like to learn from/attend… GO!
CLICK HERE for all sessions: https://t.co/OhBD3Ngx1L to answer
Q8: There are a ton of great sessions at the #MEMSPA18 Conference happening next week. CHALLENGE QUESTION on #MEMSPAchat now.
Name one speaker/session would you like to learn from/attend… GO!
CLICK HERE for all sessions: https://t.co/OhBD3Ngx1L to answer
So many great speakers and session not mention tonight. Too many to mention in an hour chat.
See you all at #MEMSPA18 w/ over 530 Principals attending - Get connected with @MEMSPA - it's a no brainer! #MEMSPAchat
Q8: There are a ton of great sessions at the #MEMSPA18 Conference happening next week. CHALLENGE QUESTION on #MEMSPAchat now.
Name one speaker/session would you like to learn from/attend… GO!
CLICK HERE for all sessions: https://t.co/OhBD3Ngx1L to answer
Q8: There are a ton of great sessions at the #MEMSPA18 Conference happening next week. CHALLENGE QUESTION on #MEMSPAchat now.
Name one speaker/session would you like to learn from/attend… GO!
CLICK HERE for all sessions: https://t.co/OhBD3Ngx1L to answer
A8: Wayyy tooo hard to pick just 1! But if I have to, I'm always going to pick my longtime friend @CraigMcCalla24. Can't wait to learn from him! #MEMSPAchat
Happy Friday all! Safe travels next week to TC! Can't wait to connect with you all! Make sure you welcome a new principal next week and make them feel at home!#memspachat
A8 @jon_wennstrom Session on No Teacher Behind sounds like a great one to help keep my focus on supporting my outstanding Sunset Lake Teachers! #MEMSPAchat
We had Adaptive Schools @Think_Collab training this past Aug. & it was life changing for me. I took a few staff with me and we have used many of the strategies to motivate and increase productive communication and collaboration. It has changed me as a person, too! #memspachat
Q7: Spotlight on Innovation 2.0 is happening at the #MEMSPA18 Conference, focused around Innovating your Staff Meetings.
What Innovative techniques have you used in your Staff Meetings to motivate, get your staff up & moving, increase participation, or using tech? #MEMSPAchat
Q8: There are a ton of great sessions at the #MEMSPA18 Conference happening next week. CHALLENGE QUESTION on #MEMSPAchat now.
Name one speaker/session would you like to learn from/attend… GO!
CLICK HERE for all sessions: https://t.co/OhBD3Ngx1L to answer
Q8: There are a ton of great sessions at the #MEMSPA18 Conference happening next week. CHALLENGE QUESTION on #MEMSPAchat now.
Name one speaker/session would you like to learn from/attend… GO!
CLICK HERE for all sessions: https://t.co/OhBD3Ngx1L to answer
#MEMSPAchat As ALWAYS @MrDomagalski another night ROCKED!!! Thanks again for your amazing leadership...looking forward to seeing all 500+ of you next week!!! Yes, you read that right! 500+ . Let's Go!!! @TarynLHurley@PaulLiabenow@MEMSPA
Q8: There are a ton of great sessions at the #MEMSPA18 Conference happening next week. CHALLENGE QUESTION on #MEMSPAchat now.
Name one speaker/session would you like to learn from/attend… GO!
CLICK HERE for all sessions: https://t.co/OhBD3Ngx1L to answer
A8: This is my first @MEMSPA winter conference so just excited to take the whole experience in. I am so pumped, can't wait for next Tuesday to get here when I will be driving up to TC. Wednesday can't come fast enough. #MEMSPAchat
A8: @benjamingilpin and the topic on SEL. This is a focus for our building and district, need to learn more about the practical application of it. #MEMSPAchat
