#leadupchat Archive
#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).
Saturday August 27, 2016
Good morning ! Marci, education consultant from Utah. Always look forward to this chat!
Welcome to . So very pumped to be co-moderating this week with the man, the myth, the legend
Good morning, Marci! Thanks so much for being here!
Don't forget to include the hashtag so everyone can follow along.
will be in a Q1, Q2 with responses A1, A2, etc.
Good Morning . Eric, from north central Kansas.
Sarah, 5th grade, Wonderful Wyoming!
Good Morning ! Kimberly from north TX ready to learn!
Hi all! Shane from NC. 8th gr social studies and service learning.
Good morning, sir! Honored to have you joining us for ...loved the learning from last week!
Good morning , Kara from Kansas!
Good morning, ! Greg from central Kansas. Looking forward to a return to this amazing chat this morning.
Spending another Saturday morning with the thought leaders at . Looking forward to the conversation!
Good Morning ! Jay, AP in PWCS VA here to get energized for our Ss coming Monday!
Good morning ! Patrick, from KS
Good morning tribe. John, director of edtech from San Juan Capistrano.
Rachel, SPED T from Wyoming! Looking forward to connecting with my tribe this beautiful morning!
Morning, Matt from IL excited to join, will be in and out this morning
Yeehaw! Good morning, buddy! Thanks for being here this morning for
Good morning -ters! Jim, Asst Supt in N Kentucky / Cincinnati. A beautiful morning for PLNingπ
Good morning ! Wade from beautiful East Texas! Great to join in the convo!!
Good morning ... I'm Danny, principal in B'ham, AL.
Good morning Brian, from Buffalo, NY.
Good morning, ! Jason from central Kansas. HS ELA teacher and coach.
Good morning Brian, HS comm arts teacher from WI
Good Morning! Kelly, HS librarian from Texas
Adam, 5/6 social studies, Brooklyn, OH! Still celebrating the Cavs world championship and 1st place Indians!
Paula, instr. coach and PLC leader from N Houston
Good morning, Greg! So pumped to have you with us this am for
I love starting my Saturday mornings with ! :)
Be the leader your students need by exploring new teaching strategies, rather than following the pack https://t.co/rsDTsGRody
Good morning from Houston! Matt - ElemTeacher, k-12 admin, and learner.
Well, of course it is...you're here!!
Good morning! Barb Kurtz from NW PA. HS Spanish teacher.
Jenn in CA- Ready for and waiting for βοΈ to rise βοΈβοΈβοΈ
Everyone on the west coast gets extra credit for being here this morning on
Kathy here pondering many roles of leaders this morning
Good morning . Brad joining from the lake in Minnesota.
Come join this chat this morning if you're up!
Good morning! Erin, principal from California
Jessica from TEXAS!!! Is anyone else exhausted but also energized after this first week of school?!?
Josh from Columbia,TN. Ready to chat with myPLN this a.m.
Good morning! Lynnette, K-12 prin from Mississippi here.
Janet, AP @ Hickeyallstars Plano ISD. Good morning all!
YES! Love when my CA buddies jump in with me for
Good Morning, friends! Angelo, HS Principal from NC! Live from my office, where I will be most of the day!
Brian, 7th grade Science teacher from Los Angeles area. Sleepy eyed, but ready for some !
Good morning tribe! Danielle K teacher in AZ. I am so excited for this this chat!
Good morning! Stephanie, instructional tech coach from MO.
Morning ! Chad, elementary principal, in El Dorado, Ks. Looking forward to learning with everyone
Good morning, Jay! So glad you made it this morning for
Morning! Catherine from Fresno CA. Current student to soon be Eng T. Excited to be here and LEARN!
It's Patrick from Toronto. Happy to join you this morning.
Right with you Jessica! We had a great week but I needed this weekend!! https://t.co/2PJlCCUriN
Jessica from TEXAS!!! Is anyone else exhausted but also energized after this first week of school?!?
Good morning! Rachael, from northern CA.
Good morning Melissa from Katy TX.
Full confession - Todd made the graphics for this chat - he is bringing a light humor to this amazing chat!
Good morning ! Latoya, transformational leader in beautiful SC here for the party! Let's go! β
We've already had 2 weeks w kiddos!
Lori from Zanesville, OH HS librarian.
Good Morning ! Lissa from GA here and I am ready to learn from all of you!
Tara Wehmeyer here Brenham,Tx... Improvement officer for PreK-4 campus!
YES! Glad to see you here, Jeremy! You hail from the land of
aren't you doing the moderation today?
Good morning! Shelly from KS
Exactly! https://t.co/0VstaLvNce
Jessica from TEXAS!!! Is anyone else exhausted but also energized after this first week of school?!?
Looking for some suggestions: https://t.co/VPzip6P05f
Any links to quality MS advisory programs or good structures for implementation?
Nancy 3rd n beautiful ETN
Good morning! Sean from IL. Very impressed w/ West Coasters efforts this early on a Saturday.
Good morning & ! Hope all is well, gents!
I don't think I've been this pumped before!
So excited for the Sarah Van Brimmer, Literacy Coach from Vero Beach, FL.
Good morning! Michelle, principal from Saskatchewan, Canada joining in a bit frustrated with my surface pro already this morning
Glad to be here and learn w/ other ed leaders!
Good Morning from Milan, MI.
WOOT WOOT! Two weeks in a row!
Hi Heidi here, jumping in this morning, Iβm giving my school bag a break today ; )
If I remember right, you have been collabing with , correct?
Once my on that school schedule, my brain forgets what "sleeping in" means ;)
Welcome, Jenn! Glad to see you here at
Kansas is representing today! Glad to have you, Patrick!
Morning friend! Likewise!
GOOOD morning ! Laura from KC ready to unpack my backpack. :) Instructional Coach at .
Thinking about a blog post How Can You Be a teacher Leader; Let Us Count the Ways
good morning -- a little late, but glad to be joining for the first 20 minutes or so.
Good morning, Ryan! How was your week, brother?
Pumped to see what you got for us this morning!
Good morning Tim, principal in Batavia, IL. I am down in the basement because the rest of the house is still asleep.
Good morning 5th grade teacher from central Kansas. Just finished up the first week of school.
Good morning Sandra! How was your week??
Good morning, Jeremy! Thanks for being here on
Good morning, Heidi! Hope the boys are doing well at the Veal homestead!
Hello Heidi! Hope you had a fantastic 1st week!! https://t.co/M8zKVIQkHG
Hi Heidi here, jumping in this morning, Iβm giving my school bag a break today ; )
Good morning tribe! Pumped to be here learning with such great educators!
Well, I don't have much...but ...yeah, he's bringing the thunder!
This is an epic day fro chats and on the and on the . Get your PLN on.
My ultimate fave so far was the one w/ the GIANT backpack, ha!
Love when the tribe represents well!
Michele HIll checking in from So NJ
Good morning, sir! So pumped to have you with us for
Good morning Sandy! Great to see you today!!
Good morning ! Spending time with fam this weekend but wanted to say hello! You're in for a treat w/ & !
Good morning, Laura! Great to see you here - at least we know still works!
Marczak. Superintendent. Tennessee. Let's do this!
Good morning. From Central Ohio.
Your profile description says Chargers fan, but the pic says Panthers fan, . Jus' sayin'
Trying to wake up to hang with
BOOM! Learning just got real!!
What resonates for you ? https://t.co/NCLlD9TlY4
Good morning 5th grade teacher from central Kansas. Just finished up the first week of school.
and other chats changed the way I started my year! So much more positive and kid centered. Thank you!!!!
Good morning Melissa, from just outside of Chicago.
I promise you won't be disapPOINTed - get it (Q1)
Greetings from Colorado ! Reaching for my first cup of coffee and warming up the keyboard.
What up peeps!! Happy Day!! from the WEST COAST. Ready to bring it like DEEBO this morning!! HA! https://t.co/5K7rDFPbft
Good morning, Heidi! Did you guys start back this week? If so, how did it go?!
Morning! Michelle from Texas!
Welcome Danielle! I hope you are doing great today! Welcome to
Joining in. Sandy Rempel K teacher from Buhler.
Just finished our first full week. Had some 1/2 days of orientation before that.
Just wanted to check in with this morning but can't stay! π’ Sad to miss but I will catch up later!
great to see you my friend! Excited to learn from everyone here
Good morning to all! Ryan Rismiller, HS AP from Ohio
Good morning! Kimberly, JH Principal, from Texas
Kayla from GA here. Good morning everyone!
Running in late from Virginia Beach. I'm an elementary literacy coach and ready for school to begin. Happy to be here!!
Todd has access to some crazy pictures! Mad genius!
Hi tribe! Marlena here from NashVegasπΈπ€ Ready for an epic chat!
Hope you all have a fantastic weekend and allow yourself some down time! Can't wait to read the archive from !!βπΌοΈβπΌ
A1. My skill of communication/collaboration! It's the one thing you can count on when you are at a lost or being successful!
You wil be missed, Brent!
I see what you did there.
Good morning! 6th grade science T from Alabama here! Loving my job this year! We have made it through our 2nd full wk of school!
nice rainy morning today. I am out here in Oswego.
A1: Recording more screen casts to train T and instruct S.
Good morning ! Josh from TX and I'm excited to learn & grow with each of you!
a1 I'm working on writing. Being given many opportunities through Grateful for
A1: Helping teams deal with conflict in a healthy, productive way so focus can always be on STUDENTS
No doubt, Neil! By the way, the ginormous backpack images made me laugh out loud. :)
Good morning, Connie! Wow! Today is going to be epic with you here!
A1: Fostering productive discussion w Ss and colleagues.
Hey tribe! Jumping in late after a fantastic google hangout with a friend! Tardy to the party with
Todd nailed it with the blog! I shared it with my administrative team yesterday in my Friday Focus.
A1 Looking to improve my writing & become a better communicator in groups. I'm a shy person & it's hard at times to speak up
A1: Negotiating effectively between teacher and district needs. Ts are starting with no contract, things are
A1: We are working to tell our school's story more effectively. Students are applying to be social media interns with us.
Howdy Jeremy! I hope youβve had a great 1st week back with students. Welcome 2 ; )
A1 working on Ss asking thoughtful questions in lessons. Questioning is the power of learning.
A1: Looking for critical success factors in every aspect of our students' success
A1 I'd like to work more on putting innovative teachers and what they do in the spotlight!
A1. My skill of sharing information, knowledge, and learning to others so they may use it to empower themselves to ask ?s.
OMG what would happen if Twitter stopped working? π±
Good am! Lisa from MD here
A1: Participating in an empathy challenge w/ colleagues. I hope to sharpen my coaching skills by practicing greater empathy.
A1: Sharpening---Instructional coaching, having deep conversations about student learning!
A1: This year and beyond...fostering dialogue, asking better questions, and listening w/ empathy
Awesome! Our work in Depth of Knowledge has helped me to find deeper questions.
Good morning Mike. & hope you didn't have outside plans today.
A1-consistent use of my time....using calendly to schedule and not "working" from home to have family time
How are you doing this? Resources? sounds outstanding!
A1 a. I want to get better at listening, listening deeply to really hear and understand
Breck, AP from Texas. Good morning to all.
A1 I am aiming to incorporate more authentic learning opportunities for S's.
A1: Building on student leadership and student choice within my classroom, building, and community.
A1: commuication. Not that I suck at talking, but that I need to better/over communicate.
Hi Jim!!! So good to connect w you today. I hope you are doing well. Hugs!
Good morning, you rockstar you! So happy to have you here!
A1 What a great model, Catherine! Students will improve writing when we model it first!
Karmen from Waco, TX. Glad to have had a good first week back. Always seeking for new and innovative ideas
Q1 listening more and giving more and better feedback to teachers.
A1 Effective communication. Everyone processes communication differently - I need to find new, different ways of reaching my Ts
Good morning. Joan from California
Reason I'm anxiously awaiting the GHO! :)
A1: organizational skills. I was overwhelmed last year being my 1st year in MS, but now I need to learn and grow from it!
A1: staying consistent for kids and not letting paperwork and other obligations drown me
Good morning, Jeff! Hope all is well with you and your fam!
A1: Continuing to promote the positives of my classroom, my colleagues, and my school. Communication with parents as well.
A1: I am working on leveraging tech for PD delivery and engagement. Moving to Google Classroom, etc.
A1) Really trying to sharpen my skill of leading staff collaboration to directly impact our students.
A1. I want to sharpen my ability to help members of my team commit to and understand the power of collective effort!
Good evening from China (no coffee for me!), Paco, school counselor at international school
Already missed 1st question.....help!
Meeee! But honored to serve my community! https://t.co/wCtuxSkBq7
Jessica from TEXAS!!! Is anyone else exhausted but also energized after this first week of school?!?
Laura Jennaro, MS principal from Wisconsin checking in, may be in and out this morning as we are visiting family
A1 Using Google Classroom, longer-teem organization & planning. More literacy & thinking skill dvelopment.
A1: Involve more stakeholders in my communication.
HI Wade. Welcome! I hope you had a great week. Glad to learn with you today on
I would agree with that...it's all something we could get better at...I know I do! https://t.co/YAy3T9PEuq
A1: commuication. Not that I suck at talking, but that I need to better/over communicate.
Morning. Couldn't sleep in an miss you all. High School teaching librarian-advocate for all
A1: This year I am looking to sharpen my coaching skills and guide teacher in set meaningful goals they can reach.
A1 looking forward to going one to one n third grade.
can you share the link? I'm behind on everything lol
A1b. I want 2 get better at articulating my ideas in speaking & writing. Pushing myself to blog more, speak up more N my setting
Good morning! Jess, k-2 elementary AP. A1 new to the role, most of all hoping to build strong relationships w/ staff & families
Awesome! I have Ss managing classroom Twitter and school has some kids helping revamp website! https://t.co/3zsd1H3Edt
A1: We are working to tell our school's story more effectively. Students are applying to be social media interns with us.
Love It! https://t.co/7HhG8N9CPt
A1: We are working to tell our school's story more effectively. Students are applying to be social media interns with us.
An AP works under the vision of the Principal. I'd like to find a way to make my own mark as an instructional leader as well.
A1 I want to do a better job of building admin relationships with our top 5% behavior students, want them to know I am here.
Jessi, HS Eng from WI! A1: Creating relationships first
Now you are getting fired up with the reference to a high-yield strategy!
A1: truly listen to needs of my staff, not just hear them
A1 Admin-useful teacher feedback conversations. Teacher- Student-led classroom.
Using FB, Twitter, and hopefully Instagram. Our student interns will help us gather material to post. https://t.co/Rwd0pEJIkq
How are you doing this? Resources? sounds outstanding!
Tonya Mercer 2nd gr teacher Indiana here to check out !
A1-Providing better feedback to teachers so that they can help our children
A1: Providing timely "formal" feedback to Ss, and communicating with Ps.
Makes sense that the first year is a learning year!
Good morning to both of you!
A1: Positively encouraging more Ts to engage in coaching seasons so we can learn together while becoming stronger educators.
This is my focus too - reading Better Conversations by Jim Knight - so helpful! https://t.co/P0Py7PeRRi
A1: This year and beyond...fostering dialogue, asking better questions, and listening w/ empathy
Ouch...that hurt just a little bit
A1: continuing to improve teamwork and collaboration among staff
I'm working on being present for students & staff Saving as much paperwork for after hours. https://t.co/a0NolFt7x4
A1: Time management! I'm all over campus, so paperwork before/after hours needs tightening up. https://t.co/ROtKEB1Cmr
A1: building teacher capacity to lead, learn and innovate! Looking forward to applauding journey https://t.co/sP09dgc8Yv
HI Rachel. Welcome to Glad to learn with you today.
More backpack pics of awesomeness. π π
I don't recall Tuesday being so exhausting....
It was all - he has been bringing the humor all week!
Continue promoting reading workshop and effective literacy education.
A1 Focusing my efforts on developing a culture of inquiry. Exploring how to begin that shift.
A1 Also need to work on speaking up. There's fear of getting judged by everyone has an opinion & needs to take risks.
So hard to show you are truly listening as it is often judged by results and not consideration.
Positivity is so powerful! Love this goal. https://t.co/7ZHHyxX2bI
A1: Continuing to promote the positives of my classroom, my colleagues, and my school. Communication with parents as well.
A1) Professional Development for staff. I want to help create differentiated choice for staff this year! https://t.co/yYvlY1Xjju
I LOVE this idea as well! Thank you https://t.co/gLT9iMfY7a
A1: We are working to tell our school's story more effectively. Students are applying to be social media interns with us.
A1: Leading across and down I've got. Leading up is my focus area
A1) Creating self-autonomy students, by creating a self-autonomy classroom
A1: Jake, Assistant Principal from Ga. Looking to improve technology skills
A1 listening. I am focused on building strong relationships w/Ts, Ss, Ps. I am working on staying in the moment to really listen
Yes! This is huge for me as well. https://t.co/ZE1CTYdvHH
A1: Providing timely "formal" feedback to Ss, and communicating with Ps.
A1: Deepen parent eng/inv at daughter's middle school in collab w ppal. Pass major bond/mill package in Nov
A1. Sharpening skills in time management! I want to better make time for the things that are important to me personally/profess.
I'm taking challenge to make at least one positive call home per week. https://t.co/KA7fRXvWcj
A1: Continuing to promote the positives of my classroom, my colleagues, and my school. Communication with parents as well.
A1, "deep conversations" for me too. With teachers, leaders, students, and parents https://t.co/PhNkKVDa02
A1: Sharpening---Instructional coaching, having deep conversations about student learning!
Let's not think about that. :)
...U r so right. If great teachers had the autonomy to innovate..growth would be off the charts.
Great to have the co-founder of here no matter what time!
Great to have the co-founder of here no matter what time!
A1 Working on improving my PD presentation offerings & skills and I are planning on a Twitter Lunch & Learn for Ts
A1: Continue building our culture of high achievement
A1: student centered learning
Using the evaluation cycle as a celebration as much as a collaboration of improved practice.
Exactly! Last year, I concentrated on listening too...the books has helped immensely!
A1-Giving others leadership roles to help move the campus forward.
good morning! Love this tribe! You amaze and inspire me π
Listening and truly understanding the needs of colleagues in order to showcase the best in them. https://t.co/e1nvLVX3PZ
A1: Public speaking, workshop coordination, leadership, a lot... (my first year as school counselor!)
Exactly! Me too! https://t.co/oLLQwiYyWZ
A1-Providing better feedback to teachers so that they can help our children
A1. My goal-connect with ALL groups within my school so the culture of acceptance is felt by all. I also want to start a blog.
Jumping in for awhile on Good morning educators!
YES! Two great high-yield strategies!
A2: We are hoping 2 sharpen our ability 2 build capacity in others so that they can effectively collaborate 2 transform schools.
A1. I want to grow professionally in my knowledge and expertise. I'm particularly interested in sustaining school improvement.
A1. Documenting and reflecting.
A1: pulling in partners to work towards the same goal. Need to have more members at the table using their strengths!
A1: Coaching Ts on how to build relationships and analyze data to identify the needs of each S https://t.co/kr97eh3wAs
Hey all! Jeff Herb, Principal and blogger from IL - great to be on the chat!
A1 I'm working on creating a solid foundation of leadership for my Ts with my admin team, same vision, but different voices
Good morning I'm a middle school administrator from Missouri joining in.
A1 Sharing my learning. Week 2 of using !
A1. Organization as well as modeling and promoting a positive learning environment w/ Ss and colleagues https://t.co/vLikGlYXQL
with you on that one Kathy!
A1: there are several BUT the main one would be to use technology to enhance student learning. Not just for the sake of using it
A1: I'm working on providing the best support possible through asking thoughtful coaching questions.
This is where the focus must be if we desire to build relationships! https://t.co/VIEckueiah
A1 listening. I am focused on building strong relationships w/Ts, Ss, Ps. I am working on staying in the moment to really listen
Danny, we have social media interns too...! It's going great so far!
A1c Figuring out how I can make a difference 2 students from state level where my ways and the ways of others are not the same
A1: Listening-need to fully hear my Ts to meet their needs for resources, ideas, etc w/out being interrupted by own ideas 4 them
A1 Building relationships, listening better, improved convos all great. Hoping there are planned action steps/outcomes too.
talk to and about personalized PD for staff
A1: This year, I continue to focus on improving the quality of professional learning for our admin and teachers.
A1-Giving feedback that is truly meaningful and useful
I've taught in high schools, but that was 2 or 3 preps, now I have 6! it was tough switching classes, but I'm learning!
A1: Lots of focus on public speaking and communication. Gentle suggestion that focus even more on public listening.
Good morning, Jeff! So pumped to have you join in...awesomeness level just rose big time!
A1: stole my answer. Listening! I need to listen to Ts & Ss needs more. Involve them in process of prob solving
I know - we are trying to find the right platform - has got a lot of bugs
Held a meeting yesterday. 2 yrs ago, I would have said, "this is how you're..." Yesterday, I said, "How can we..."
Good morning, Sandra! How are things?
A1) honoring others strengths and needs, helping others to refine their abilities and skills. Being present with them.
A1-Want to get in the classroom more. Our business happens there and not in our office
Somebody is going to tell your story, might as well be you.
Like that challenge!! We have to SHARE the good we see until it becomes part of kids' self-belief!
Add this newly discovered graphic talent to his already illustrious resume ; ) Heβs
A1: I'm looking to sharpen my own writing skills, and the writing skills of my Ss. So, I will have "Sacred Writing Time" daily.
sent my first s'more out yesterday!
Collaborating with others to develop DPLN
New to joining in today for a short time from NorCal. I'm a TOSA for supporting EdTech!
I don't even have to look at the name, this graphic=you!
A1: feedback to Ts and Ss . Always looking to get more concise, more action steps and follow ups.
A1: What skills? Specifically: NOTICING, EMPATHIZING as it pumps insight & fuels ideation to co-design https://t.co/Qm5cFkVkwg
Pausing and paraphrasing are helping me to become a better listener.
Good question. Most of our Ps are still on FB. As Ts create class accounts, maybe parents will join. https://t.co/2CjHIsKNBz
Any good suggestions for getting families/staff comfortable in using Twitter?
A1: School branding, team commun., collab with other teacher heroes in district, connection with awesome leaders through twitter
A1 I want to smile & communicate with daily. I want to spread the positive school culture.
Q2 Coming up in 1 minute...
more preps than high school and being ready for the switches! Now I know what to expect!
Forgot theA1: https://t.co/rH71O4jzEA
An AP works under the vision of the Principal. I'd like to find a way to make my own mark as an instructional leader as well.
A1: Gamification in the classroom.
Start today! Blogging has been instrumental in my growth!
Not enough to "drive through the neighborhood"--gotta get out of the car. True empathy is experiential empathy.
so important! We can get so busy that we forget to really take the time to understand where someone is coming from
A1- Building positive relationships with staff, inspiring innovation, and growing my PLN
A1: Sharpening my saw with listening and questioning techniques. It's an art to both.
Thanks for the resource I hope to connect my examples to potential roles ??
Quietly learning during this morning's . Thanks to & for inspiring!
There is a real job to do, , be wise to hear ! https://t.co/WcAY62Wz2j
A1: staying consistent for kids and not letting paperwork and other obligations drown me
Sometimes we get lost in the "I've got to use tech", and not really what is good practice :)
A1 Empowering Ss to set a positive culture.Hanging with me to greet Ss in halway. Gearing up to
A1: this year I am focusing on making genuine connections with stakeholders and engaging in meaningful coaching/feedback
A1: Not necessarily a skill, but going to work on less worry about things that are small in scale. https://t.co/tUV10EioHT
I'm a CI supervisor for our county. A1: more interactive differentiated PD. Practice what we preach
yes, I know this journey!
It can be an option. Rather than centralized PD decisions - staff will create PD according to their passions.
A1: Communication of student info! I need to get better at sharing everything quickly and effectively w. staff.
wow! Better you than me! I'm sure you rocked it!
This is something I want to work on with my Ts, as well! https://t.co/zF3l03tB8v
A1 Working on improving my PD presentation offerings & skills and I are planning on a Twitter Lunch & Learn for Ts
A1 cont) I think our current system rushes to tell Ss answers, rather than giving them choice to investigate and find the answer
I've found that getting to work 30 minutes before work helps 10 fold!
Awesome! Allows for staff to Invest in the process. https://t.co/qzdAVhRTlz
Held a meeting yesterday. 2 yrs ago, I would have said, "this is how you're..." Yesterday, I said, "How can we..."
Smore is fantastic! Who are you sharing with .... world, staff, kids?
very good read isn't it? .
A1 - Continue developing student ownership of learning and enabling their own progress monitoring and advocation
Right on, bro! Good stuff!
I am wrkng on that too w/ my Ss! Strtd Free Write Friday and I read ALL of their jrnals and made comnts on all of them!
The entire Veal fan started this week & it went great!!! Us Veals rep all the way from PreK to 8th gr.
Can't do our best for student learning unless we do our best for our learning. https://t.co/Bhw7MbJuKA
A1: This year, I continue to focus on improving the quality of professional learning for our admin and teachers.
school transformation begins with not viewing students of color as lacking intellectual capital or invested in learning.
A1-I have been communicating growth mindset and leadership with my staff. Hope to create that into a strong culture.
Check Voxer, Jim Detwiler. :)
I learned so much from & at
so true. I purpusely face the opp. direction of the clock and door so I give my attention to other individual.
Q2 wins βbest question of the yearβ award. We need to βPull the weeds before we plant the flowers.β What will you stop doing?
Hooray for parent communication & engagement! We see inv. slip at middle school level, esp among active elem Ps.
being present is so hard, working on that as well. Imperative to ensure everyone knows you are listening
Personalized PD is something I am working on - not that I have attained it. Please share your idea.
A1 Looking to build relations & discover Ts comfort zones & then encourage growth & learning in their own EdTech practices
For me, so true. I definitely need to write more and reflect more. https://t.co/FVKqAi7qIW
A1b. I want 2 get better at articulating my ideas in speaking & writing. Pushing myself to blog more, speak up more N my setting
A1- coaching conversations, paraphrase and reflective questioning of others
Being present is key to sustain relationship! ππΎ
A1.1: help all stakeholders understand the data. New metrics have created a moving target that can have a crippling effect
A1: utilizing our 1:1 chromebooks to fullest extent possible
Truly creating an empathetic organization is powerful. Watch out for a blog coming soon on this from me!
I think that is something that we all do. either to complete the "To Do" or to rush to put out the fire that day.
A1: Empowering those around me to be leaders and share their gifting.
I make my classroom Twitter public so they can visit the page like a website.
I am also focusing on being present in all interactions this year!
I am working on this also Sandy. We must tell our story so everybody can celebrate with us!
That's a brutal schedule. Just need to stay on top of planning weeks at a time when possible.
A2: Not so much getting rid of something, but focused on being more efficient in my work.
And tough to do but we should all strive for work/life balance!
A2: being around negative energy
yes and it's already paying dividends
this is such a challene. I will be working on this all year long!
Suggest 's book The Advantage. Really powerful stuff on org. health and mission/values/clarity.
What an awesome welcome! Thanks so much!
Good morning! Helen from Houston jumping in late!
I'm all about coaching - I agree data analysis is an art and skill that needs developed!
A2: I'm throwing out all the reasons something won't work and focusing on the one reason it WILL work. https://t.co/pt3qU9tCX4
I'm a new vice principal. I'm there from 6:45-5:00 most days so far. I've got to speed it up so I can cut that back
A2: saying yes to anything and everything! I'm being more selective and focusing my passions (books, books, books!)
We purchased 10 accounts. Each student council (9-12) will produce a monthly newsletter! https://t.co/mDWAtGdncQ
Smore is fantastic! Who are you sharing with .... world, staff, kids?
A2: redundancies...have many ways to do things that can be automated in one way- save time and frustration!
You always honor others but I've noticed your focus in your latest Voxes :) Great leadership in action
A2 Worrying about things that really don't matter
Q1:To inspire Ts & Ss to be innovative & creative by listening and reflecting on the concerns they have going on this journey.
Just added you to my PLN! π https://t.co/8tiiAeLDkF
A1- Building positive relationships with staff, inspiring innovation, and growing my PLN
A2- Extended time in my office during the day
A1: Closely listening to my colleagues and students without distraction is a skill I am working on this year.
A2. Energy drains! Staying away from negative energy and inserting some positivity.
Be that blogging model for Ts & Ss. Reflecting is so powerful for everyone.
Life is good! Enjoying week one with Ss back and chilling my boy while chatting from my phone this AM.
A1: facilitating meaningful/revelant PD for ECE leaders
A2: Allowing naysayers to affect the way I want to teach, and for my Ss to learn!
Have a parent night. Informal twitter training to explore how twitter works.
A student led class room is my pride n joy. Striving daily to improve it. Ss love it. https://t.co/XEeorTuhqt
A1 Admin-useful teacher feedback conversations. Teacher- Student-led classroom.
This is HUGE! Accentuating the positive & seeing the good in situations is a big action for me this yr! https://t.co/ZOyJEMjjmi
A2: being around negative energy
There could be some big money out there for the graphics you will be seeing!
A focus for me as well! What's working at your school?
Yes! Eager 2 see efforts like in classrooms. We want them to wrestle/solve probs, work as team.
I'm with you on sharing my learning! Thinking of starting a blog
YES!!!! You read my mind!
BOOM! Love this idea, Heather!
Great goal! After 10 years in a 1-1 environment, I've learned this also means when not to use them.
A2: Getting rid of 20% of the week. I am blocking calendar time to work on my goals. The other 80% to help others with theirs.
A2. I need to give some thought to this. I always find myself trying to do it ALL!
A1: I want to listen, reflect, and observe. I want to inspire others to innovate and reimagine school.
Quietly? Bring the noisy funk, Sean! Love learning from you!
A2: It's none of my business what other people think of me. Giving fear of isolation up. Sometimes you just have 2 B an outlier
A2 dumping lots of grades and focusing on giving feedback throughout assignment. Having 1:1 w Ss to decide fair grades together.
A2: negative energy ....removing myself or redirecting conversations that are negative and toxic. Positive workplace please!
A2: I'm trying to rid my need to solve every single problem that arises! Save it for the big stuff and stay student-centered!
How will move away from the negative energy?
Ignore it, remove yourself from it, or confront it! Love this!
A2 The urge to follow pressure to jump into things I know will not be ideal for our students, staff and school culture.
Positive phone calls are awesome!! My goal is to model for the T's so they do the same
Worth RT 10x! https://t.co/su8Epo0Rh7
A2. Energy drains! Staying away from negative energy and inserting some positivity.
you do more than keep up, man
No energy vampires allowed! https://t.co/WnuKMTnLhi
A2. Energy drains! Staying away from negative energy and inserting some positivity.
A1 Giving my students specific feedback that keeps them motivated to push themselves further
Yes! collectively serving 1902 kids (the last 2 in that number being our own first 2)
A2: Negativity! The school year is off to a good start, but I need to shut down negativity that might pop up around me.
Me too! I'm just in the process of setting up and am so excited!
A2: streamlining and consolidating paperwork. Too much in too many places. Organization is crucial. https://t.co/2yTwQ82F4d
A2: Dr. D - you know that I love and respect you - but neither you nor any leader can βdo it all.β
A2 My answer!!!!
https://t.co/E9tLbLzNjy
A2. I need to give some thought to this. I always find myself trying to do it ALL!
A2-consistently staying focused on two goals, not allowing mini fires cause me to get lost in the trees
A2:Pay less attention to toxic people around and focus in what is really important
A2: negative energy impacting my attitude & that urge to rush teaching. Relationships are the foundation. True learning follows
So hard not to question ourselves, but has significant influence on our days.
I find that it's like this the first few of school every year - no matter what we do to organize and prepare
A2 I'm trying to share ldrshp responsibilities to mentor leaders, encourage growth, lighten my load, build relationships
A2: Getting rid of sending an email for communication that could be conducted face-to-face. Relationships and balance!
Thanks for sharing this excellent idea. VIsual. Weekly communicatoin about what matters! https://t.co/ySUav9Tdgg
Staff....a compilation of recent readings, thoughts, and observations (pics of students working, learning, collaborating)
Indeed. It is essential for ALL to have high expectations for ALL students. It must be a collaborative process.
A2. Getting rid of perfection....modeling growth mindset to try new things and CHANGE!
A2: is making me reflect - thank YOU! I want to focus on the What IFs and challenge others to do the same. Revive the joy.
I agree Find the calm & let the little things float away Focus on the big picture-students https://t.co/pWgmrLw7BB
A1: Not necessarily a skill, but going to work on less worry about things that are small in scale. https://t.co/tUV10EioHT
A2. Judgments. We all can learn.
A2: I'm going to focus on the relevant and productive and through out negative and small stuff that shouldn't take up my time.
You know me, or bust! https://t.co/eWWfAJOa5a
Now you are getting fired up with the reference to a high-yield strategy!
A2- Purge any initiatives that don't align with our central mission this year. Focus on a solid 1:1 and strengthen our PLCs
We started something similar w/ Ss running their team's SM acct https://t.co/sXHzacNRib
A1: We are working to tell our school's story more effectively. Students are applying to be social media interns with us.
Agree - it's crazy how even one energy vampire can impact an entire team. How we choose to react is so critical.
A2 STOP Focusing on the nay-sayers, want to focus on positivity, collaboration, and teamwork.
A2: Any ideas of how to get rid of energy vampires? Focus is easy when they aren't sucking the life out of the room.
A2:I'll stop feeling responsible for every single thing, letting the weight of it pull me down-a time to lead & a time to "let"
A2 Trying to leave negativity! It's so hard bc it gets overwhelming. However, I always remember the support I have to keep going
A2 Struggling between sphere of influence & my ideas to determine my focus.
A2 I have committed 2 stop wasting energy toward those who have bad attitudes, negative outlooks & complainers. Staying positive
We're excited.Ts completed a survey that identifies passions and PD wants-get results & create 10 PD sessions/month
Yes! I am wrkng on that too!!! I am stepping out of my comfort zone this year and tryng to be an effective leader!
Good morning! Jumping in this am. Randy, KS Commissioner of Ed
All 6th-8th will be 1:1. Last year piloted w/ just 8th.
I research best practices all the time..and I have seen success. My goal is to learn to have more faith in what I can do.
We are skilled and therefore we need to be confident in our decisions.
I couldn't of said it better! Relationships must come before content or we won't get anywhere! https://t.co/tLz92EsdFK
A2: negative energy impacting my attitude & that urge to rush teaching. Relationships are the foundation. True learning follows
A2: Staying clear of gossip
Such a good thing to turn off!
I may be contacting you ... We are in unchartered water. https://t.co/6dHoCALHbU
Danny, we have social media interns too...! It's going great so far!
A2 i'm committed to not having meetings as usual.
A2 leading passionately, but staying out of the weeds. It's a hard balance for me.
these graphics are killing me! Aside from the quality question (given) I am laughing at the visual.
A1: Getting my ideas in front of the right people.
A2 Ignore the negative! Focus on the potential of students and teachers.
Hi assistant superintendent from north Texas. Arriving late but ready to learn and share
Yes! I totally agree. Strongly dislike email when F2F is such a better way to communicate and resolve issues.
A2: getting rid of excuses beyond our control that serve as barriers to growth for our kiddos. https://t.co/4gY2Jo4V6A
being a problem solver is very easy for me as well, sometimes T and S need to talk without being given an answer
A2) I am getting rid of how I spoke to my Ss from let me answer this 4 u, or help u, to "Hmm... so what do you think? 1/2
A2 The "gotta get it taught" we feel sometimes. If it feels that way, I need to decide if it is what serves the Ss best.
Intentionally trying to ignore "new shiny tools" to stay focused on my goals (This is hard for me!) https://t.co/HMeBFMG6Lo
A2: this we are replacing the phrase, "I can't..." with "how might we..."
Yes sir. β
I'm also in the midst of transitioning to a new job- from principal to the state level. Big leap!
A2: I am focusing on building what's RIGHT for Ss and Ts instead of what's wrong.
A2. My office will still be there but I will also have a mobile office so I can be more visible! My 2600+ S's need to see me!
A2: excuses. Just have to get things done. Need to have purpose & focus on the big things & not small things
A1: Taking this video to heart this a.m. and internalizing how it applies to impact for all stakeholders https://t.co/8NXAaFf83F
A2: Getting rid of non-essential forms requirements. Allow for more time to get in rooms and lead https://t.co/8V7nedU3zI
It helps to empower others, develop sharing learning, and buy-in when you don't. I need to work on this, too.
A2-Getting off track from our vision. Stay the course!
Spot on, Brian. I dig it. F-2-F can be a game changer.
replacing perfection with iteration is a wonderful thing. Take a risk, try, fail, try again.
A2: getting rid of my idea of complete control of the classroom...Ss have more freedom to explore their learning!
A2) Getting rid of the individual mindset and growing a team mindset.
A2: I'm getting rid of excuses about why I'm too busy to exercise! Gotta do it!
βEnergy Vampiresβ - what a great expression! Letβs start with standards and assessments designed for 400 day year.
A2 Trying to get rid of my fear to innovate as much as possible in my box, determine where I can push the edges
A2: Streamlining what is really important and trying to be more present in every encounter I have with Ts & Ss.
I have been working on strategies over past few years. They work!
A2: not feeling like an "imposter" so I can better support leaders.
A2: Living by a more organized schedule - prioritize and then live hose priorities
Oh and I have loved you and your work for a very long time. Day made. ππΎ https://t.co/gkhTHISVaw
A2: Dr. D - you know that I love and respect you - but neither you nor any leader can βdo it all.β
A2: Revive the JOY! Remember why I chose this profession https://t.co/4OdAiIT38Q
A2: is making me reflect - thank YOU! I want to focus on the What IFs and challenge others to do the same. Revive the joy.
I'd love to learn more about it! It sounds like a fantastic idea!
I hope to keep getting better and better. So excited to start the school year.
Just wait - they get better - all Todd. Can I partner with him for life?
A2) I have been reading/recommending How to Talk to Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk by Faber https://t.co/kulg3SUkA1
A2 getting rid of the 'what if this fails' fear & going to embrace the if it fails what did I learn to make it better?
A2 I'm giving up on my office. Gonna spend my time with our students and teachers. π¬
A2: Early arrival to work on the clerical things so I'm out of the office & present in the classroom https://t.co/IMn0FdJdZ0
Good point! The one reason can make a huge difference in people's lives
A2: giving up "should have happened yesterday" and "worried about tomorrow" for "what opportunity does NOW bring?"
A2 share the weight of creating ideas, problem solving, reflecting on system, we ALL play a part.
I have issues with wanting to at least dabble into EVERYTHING! It's definitely not good!
me too. Even just 5 min a day. That's still good, right?
A2: not sure, I struggle with this- always adding; some things probably get less attention, but not always intentionally
I had to stop this because it wasn't building capacity I needed in other folks. It was making it harder for me.
Yes. Gossip has a powerful energy that is compelling but damaging https://t.co/aEd6EUkV4o
A2: Staying clear of gossip
Richard from Alexandria VA joining in a bit late, great Qs, As, and convo as always!
Well said. I read so many great books this summer I need to zero in on key ways to make 1:1 even better.
A2: No paper! I want to go all digital - googledrive, scan everything in, etc. Organize everything in clearly labeled folders!
β€οΈ I'm working on keeping every conversation focused on Ss & service. Tricky convos but focused on the WHY!
A2: get rid of the lines and thinking outside the box. We are in a critical time of Ed and partnerships https://t.co/aPS4e7NCiG
Future guest right here!!! Most kid-driven, teacher-driven commissioner in the nation!!! https://t.co/5QU018XYG4
Good morning! Jumping in this am. Randy, KS Commissioner of Ed
A2: Clutter! Teacher hoarder trying to zen out and simplify. If I really think I might need it, make it digital.
A2 I'm hoping to ignore "I can't or my students can't..." Related 2 tech & say WE CAN! Many sites going 1:1 take home this yr!
A2 going to work on warding off the feeling that there's so much to do you can't unplug from it at the end of the day. Balance.
. Agree! Asking, "is this something that we'd both benefit from if we had F2F dialogue/learning convo's?
Yes! Easy to get caught up in! If you have to close the door to say it or lower your voice, walk away!
Then I'm on the right road! ππ Thanks!
Exactly what I told my daughter when she started her new career as a pharmacist!
A2: rid of reasons why things can't be done and looking for how they CAN!
A2 - Keep shifting the focus from "my" students to "our" students.
A2) not speaking educationalise. Easy to give pat answers or standard responses. People deserve authenticity 100% of the time.
Hallelujah! https://t.co/nsFA6JgmdC
A2: Getting rid of sending an email for communication that could be conducted face-to-face. Relationships and balance!
Really does make a difference. Put them in front of people who will help you make them come to life https://t.co/GmwKRKMT2e
A1: Getting my ideas in front of the right people.
A1: I want to sharpen the skill of teacher support. Be more visible, ask more questions and celebrate!
***Q3 Coming up in 1 minute...
Do it! I gave up my T desk and it has opened up communication btwn me & MS ss.
Make a difference every day for every student.
Totally! Created a cheatsheet for my Ts w/almost all forms hyperlinked in a Google doc so they can find docs fast
My new fave phrase is: Tell me more about that... https://t.co/UiR2qrbOfB
A2) I am getting rid of how I spoke to my Ss from let me answer this 4 u, or help u, to "Hmm... so what do you think? 1/2
So VERY pumped you are here! Thanks for waking up early to join in !
I've heard about that. Would love to hear your plans.
A2 No New Initiatives! Being clear & focused on essential objectives, unified in our approaches.
A2 getting rid of the idea that I am the only one who can solve problems. Empowering others to jump in to make things better
Good for you. Share your strategies with others to negate the negative culture.
I find it interesting, and needed, that we need people we highly respect to remind us of this.
A2: "the old way of doing things" if the WHY is "because that's how it's always been done" PURPOSE. FUNCTION. EFFICIENCY.
Please do! I have 6 Ss leading the way.
I've used this extensively for two years. Let me know if you need any help!
Good ? How do we build a culture where the energy vampires are shut down by the majority? Takes collaborative effort.
No doubt! If emotions are involved at all, in any shape or form, face to face is the ticket. https://t.co/7Qf5tNqCj7
A2: Getting rid of sending an email for communication that could be conducted face-to-face. Relationships and balance!
A2: Getting trapped in the office. I'm going to be a student this year by visiting more classes and participating!
and your husband in a vicarious way appreciates it as well! :)
I just found the SPED version of his work and I'm soooo excited to dive in!
A2 Fear & anxiety I let it take over. Meditation works. Worry less about what Ts think focus on students https://t.co/OTi6m39yvt
Ts Who spend their time doing discipline. Miss all the wonderful learning and relationships
So very true. I'm so conscientious about my work that I sometimes lose sight of this.
Love this!!!
https://t.co/MQp6DhBZzs
A2) not speaking educationalise. Easy to give pat answers or standard responses. People deserve authenticity 100% of the time.
Reading more & more on Inquiry based learning. Really feel it will be key factor in taking 1:1 to the next level.
A2 this year, we will NOT blame the Ss for their failures. We will find a way. Implemented 3 week student success meetings
This is an amazing graphic! Awesome.
Love that! Creates higher order thinking skill set. Also, lets others build off of what others say https://t.co/USfm5D4Ril
A2) I am getting rid of how I spoke to my Ss from let me answer this 4 u, or help u, to "Hmm... so what do you think? 1/2
A1 Student-lead learning, even if it takes a little longer
A2: Lazer-like focus, all PD based upon our goals - back to basics
A1: going to concentrate on a few things instead of overwhelming myself with a bunch of new things.
Wow! Good for you. I like how you said this - I need that for me.
Oh, nice to know! I've dabbled but now I need to just dive in!
. Ummhmm... I am amazed how much just a simple, "Ummhmm" opens up my middle schoolers to talk!
our theme this year is "Back to the Basics" and focus on high-quality instruction rather than interventions
A2: Fear of failure- letting it go to focus on why I am there and being willing to take risks to allow others to as well.
celebration is so awesome! It is a game changer.
A2 - Banish the phrase "We've always done it that way" from existence. Leaves no room for innovation.
One of most effective is making the choice to engage or not. We all have a choice.
What do you think about this? Maybe not this year, but next? https://t.co/V6kv5YDfpb
A1: We are working to tell our school's story more effectively. Students are applying to be social media interns with us.
Doing that can be life-giving for your Ts.
I would like 2 do that but because I can't visit every school,every teacher I have barriers to overcome https://t.co/JNGqCx3gty
A2 I'm giving up on my office. Gonna spend my time with our students and teachers. π¬
Has anyone else noticed a pattern w/ some responses? Definitely a need to sharpen our skills to avoid and/or squash negativity.
A2) We got rid of a mission that had little buy-in. Dept. Chairs created a new, shared mission. https://t.co/1C7tfoDu9U
A3: Purpose: Establishing purpose for learning at all levels, from district admin, to site admin, to our teachers, and students.
alright. need a link to that to see what it's like.
I've walked into so many classrooms already this yr that are completely different than in May.
There is a GREAT commercial for Life Cereal about this right now. Love it!
Love this!!! https://t.co/j2BP5L8cfu
A2 this year, we will NOT blame the Ss for their failures. We will find a way. Implemented 3 week student success meetings
A2 Everyone seeks approval I need to focus on the reward of student success & cont to take risks https://t.co/OTi6m39yvt
Can't go wrong with ice-cream! partnered with our schools to support us with this!
Not surprised at all that this is your focus! I learn so much from you :)
Holding ourselves able. Embracing the high standard that all students can learn at high levels. https://t.co/YlX3CmAONO
A2 this year, we will NOT blame the Ss for their failures. We will find a way. Implemented 3 week student success meetings
A2: Focus on Ts & Ss needs at present to do what's best for kids! let go of small issues to see change https://t.co/dSv73piJkg
A2: Not so much getting rid of something, but focused on being more efficient in my work.
A2) I'm getting rid of skipping meals to help me focus better this year!
A1 Providing differentiated support to my team. Just like students...I need to lead them up from where they are.
How do I get started in a Voxer group? Next place to stretch my wings!
I suffer from this too! Some of my shiny tools have been banned so I guess I will have to make do with what I have
is now trending in USA, ranking 3
I want to counter negativity by offering polite challenges. Co-construct goals and make sure we follow through.
A2: Moving away from homework to instead give relevant and impactful feedback
Well worth it! Sometimes you've got to go slow to go fast.
Q2 Do what u know is right for your kids.THAT is the hard part sometimes with all the requirements. Have conversations#Knowthem
A3: I've discovered there are few if any..Ss need to feel an excitement to be a part of that tradition, so I'm thinking of some.
There are definitely people who are watching in your district - keep it up!
How much bigger is the room with great technology integration?
A3 back to school ice cream social and food trucks. Kids come hang out before first week.
A3: Ss greeting Ts at front door on 1st staff day
A3 Starting the year bonding as a team and building relationships with each other and then our students before anything else.
We need to speak up - especially when negative thought process is driving direction of conversation.
A2: Our Tunnel of Hope was so inspiring and uplifting to our students. Starting the year with goals and positive vibes. β€
A3: Just started this tradition: all our kids wrote their goals, hopes and dreams on our wall this week. https://t.co/ENwFm4iMPO
Giving up doubt and fear is easier said than done. But a good goal.
can get you added to voxer group! Excited you are ready to branch out even more! https://t.co/34Hah5nqEB
How do I get started in a Voxer group? Next place to stretch my wings!
Thanks Sandy! The feeling is mutual. You're amazing!
I'm on my phone. I'll tweet it later to share with you. ππ½ππ½
A2: dumping "student concern" meetings, instead we start with student strengths and create a plan
A3 Reaching our to families with our Back to School BBQ and unpack your backpack.
A2-Getting rid of several routine, time consuming tasks (through delegation) so I can spend even more time in classes
Wow! This is cool! Does it stay up all year long?
I have been talking about this for about a year, haven't figured out where to start yet. https://t.co/mKLBdElMXI
How do I get started in a Voxer group? Next place to stretch my wings!
Voxer groups confuse me! Would be interested in guidance as well.
A3: & do great job of helping Ss create relationships, know expectations, & show importance of connecting
Amazing when we step back and let Ss fail. To think for themselves best gift ever. https://t.co/GMr3KeKLMQ
A2) I am getting rid of how I spoke to my Ss from let me answer this 4 u, or help u, to "Hmm... so what do you think? 1/2
Have to run but look forward to reading the rest. Good luck with the start of the school year!!
A2 Who has responsibility for a school with negative culture?
A3. We principals are probably all guilty of the four hour beginning of the year staff meeting!
A2 My learners will create more than I do this year. We will share responsibilities to collect resources & produce new outcomes
That's spectacular. Love that it's done w/o $$$$$ No need for $$ to make it effective.
YES! Way to go! Our Superintendent parks in the back - models true leadership
Yes, ensuring Tier 1 instruction & curriculum is high quality will reduce the necessity for extensive intervention
A3: All hands on deck! I assign helpers and I'm doing everything, everywhere! Service and teamwork! π
A2 Saying yes to all leadership offers! Focus on my passions - science education & T support
A3: back to school speaker for Ss (theme=bullying, character, etc.)
A3: we have a brand new principal this year so our traditions are changing a little newtraditions
A3) We throw a party Day 1. Music in the atrium, photo booth, confetti cannons, etc. We welcome Ss home! https://t.co/MBleEZuq24
A3 Invlove students as decision makers and learning community leaders.
A3: we have clear goals &direction K-12 from our district, with each bundling able to build off of them and make them their own.
A3: We begin each year with the book "Have you filled a bucket today? We refer to it all year-long.
A3-we have our back to school night but would love to learn from others about amazing ideas!
It will! I had a kid sent to my office yesterday. First thing we did was to go look at his dream. https://t.co/CS0ooSJ8P1
Wow! This is cool! Does it stay up all year long?
A3 9th library orientation presented in a way that shows Ss library is a haven..a safe welcoming place of learning & fun
A3: Beginning my 4th year at this school ... I need to facilitate the creation of a tradition. More community building.
A3: Our Tunnel of Hope was inspiring and uplifting. Starting the year with goals and .
Indeed, there is a theme here https://t.co/MiLFP4gZ2n
Has anyone else noticed a pattern w/ some responses? Definitely a need to sharpen our skills to avoid and/or squash negativity.
Love the idea of a photo booth - do you have a school hashtag?
Wow! Principal acknowledges talent of teacher right here- building another leader https://t.co/2kjIUZrv6L
Future guest right here!!! Most kid-driven, teacher-driven commissioner in the nation!!! https://t.co/5QU018XYG4
Good morning! Jumping in this am. Randy, KS Commissioner of Ed
A2-getting rid of "this is how we've always done it" to focus on doing what is best
is starting to take off for me, love that I can catch up on voxes when it's a good time for me. https://t.co/0HS1utHnKr
can get you added to voxer group! Excited you are ready to branch out even more! https://t.co/34Hah5nqEB
How do I get started in a Voxer group? Next place to stretch my wings!
A3: I cannot speak for entire school but in my room connections are made...it's a party with the parents! Excited Ps and happy s
I will shift the conversation by asking teachers what they are changing this year.
Sorry, I totally missed Q3, can someone repost the question?
Both our P & AP do an amzng job of this! They both love bng arnd the Ss https://t.co/OZLhBGkHdt
I would like 2 do that but because I can't visit every school,every teacher I have barriers to overcome https://t.co/JNGqCx3gty
A2 I'm giving up on my office. Gonna spend my time with our students and teachers. π¬
A3: informal but helping Ss w/ lockers (great bonding time and fun!)
Joining really late frm Pgh, A2 Taking on too much at 1x, & feeling of "I have to cover this today" nd flex time
I was thinking the same thing. Great minds! Positivity is a CHOICE.
A2 I'm getting rid of the notion that I can do everything...ok. I want to be more realistic and do things GREAT!
Ha! Great twist - you welcome them home - for some kids it is a better home for them. Way to go!
Good stuff Danny! Our Freshman sign our "Commitment to Graduate" banner sponsored by https://t.co/K4Q4jU3UEg
A3: Just started this tradition: all our kids wrote their goals, hopes and dreams on our wall this week. https://t.co/ENwFm4iMPO
A2: Negativity and time wasters that distract from achieving outcomes for kids and schools. https://t.co/8faQz6vqz2
A3:Staff meeting,professional development for teachers,parents opening conference
A3. Trying to get out of the sit and get PD as a P
Pass out teacher evaluation forms and let the Ts evaluate the Principal.
so am I this year! My mobile desk came last week! I will be out and about all day - so excited!!!
well said important to meet ppl where they are, listen & support their needs not our wants https://t.co/uqYTU0LTyA
A1 Providing differentiated support to my team. Just like students...I need to lead them up from where they are.
BAM! Great way to connect it and make it real for students.
A3 Laughing, singing, music, fun, fellowship, teamwork, positivity - and then pour heavily that into our Ss.
A3: Open House; theme for the year; national anthem sung on the 1st day of school during AM Assembly
It was such a great atmosphere to walk in to on Monday!
A3: This made me think about celebrating the students entering school on the first day. Show how excited we are for the year
A3. Meet the teacher day! Also the many hours of sit and get PD before said event, it can become a drain.
We need to stop presenting. Let's spend our meeting time constructing, inventing, & learning from each other.
I love this! this is how they welcome staff back too! Makes you feel valued.
A3: we use our flextime to have students define the different actions from our mission statement. Ss voice matters!
A3 ice cream social on our meet and greet night. I am learning about some really great ideas here as well.
A3 Students being greeted/celebrated at the door. EVERY student getting a positive phone call home within first week.
A3: Team building and CLEAR expectations.
It's so cute! Leader in Me school.
Can't believe the knowledge that has opened up to me because of Twitter and Twitter chats. I had no idea. Building my
has some great ideas for flipped back to school night
Grateful you are here! And wow, do I hear you on the too much at once issue...big problem for me!
A3 Our staff do a gr8 job of welcoming Ss back & making them part of the Panther Family. Love how they create a loving envior.
A3. Getting to know the students.
A3: Start every year with a school-wide project where every person is represented in a display at the entry-art, writing, photos
Yes. Healthier eating helps our energy and performance!
A3) Foucs on the positives of our students. each and every day. Celebrate!!
A1: Student discourse is going to be huge in my position with ELLs, increase comfort with new vocabulary
I put logistics in easy to follow documents. Focus PD on goal setting and capacity building
Now that is really awesome. Way to set the stage for the year.
I write a welcome back to school email to teachers who I have connected with over the last few years, limiting but a start
A3: Prin and APs hold Campfire Chats w each grade level to welcome new sts, review PBIS expectations.
A3- First day assembly with all Ss to share the vision for the year and introduce new staff
Our first day teachers convention is style this year. Pretty excited about that.
Totally! We must choose positivity and we must build a culture that shuts down negativity. No place for it.
A3: Meet the teacher night during teacher work week. energizes all and engages us w/ the community https://t.co/Gyl14j73Vr
A3 Im @ 4 schools! Heres my favorites has a B2S BBQ for families! has a college rush event for families
A3: cont
Each classification shares their thoughts and ideas. Building guidelines for success. Staff and Ss hash out success.
A3: Not a true tradition yet, but we started it this year in our dept. "What is your Hope?" https://t.co/CqekmdpoZo
A3 We have open house, but as a CR teacher I start w/relat, did more games, get to know each othr this yr first
A3 wrote a letter to each of my new Ts parents telling them how awesome their child is as a teacher & how much the Ss love them
I got a mobile standing desk. It's kind of a mobile podium. π
A3: Most important work at BOY is to come back to the WHY of our work. Solid foundation set in purpose
A3) I'm starting a tradition in my new school of renaming "staff meetings" as "professional development sessions."
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In the midst of chaos is where we find opportunityβ¦
Your campus is a Leader in Me campus?
Q3 our admin team does "rounds" @ the start of Per.1 visit EVERY room to say good morning, set + tone, be visible
A3: Having fun w/staff before kids start. Best start ever this year! We want Ss to have fun, why not Ts?
And always at a convenient time for me! PJs is a plus :) https://t.co/2MTHvmosyq
Can't believe the knowledge that has opened up to me because of Twitter and Twitter chats. I had no idea. Building my
My favorite game is sacred cow tipping :) https://t.co/cKA4vYWt4z
A2-getting rid of "this is how we've always done it" to focus on doing what is best
hi all! Jumping in late this morn but wanted to stop by and say hi and happy Saturday!
A3: I encourage staff to pick a student(s) you will CONNECT with during the year. Powerful. https://t.co/g5n6uEyyxj
I am anti excessive negativity, but also pro reality. If that's possible.
A3: Respectful push back that βeveryone is responsibleβ - too easy to abdicate to others.β Ldrs take personal responsibility.
A3: We also have a school wide pep rally to sing happy birthday to the school and we have cupcakes for everyone!
We have the blast where Ps & Ss come & find their classes lots of bustle & excited families fill halls https://t.co/WW6qVAvSzU
I veered frm that last yr, last quarter when motiv was dwn, tried all kinds of new, S driven, creative things,
It makes it easier. There's also links to video on how to submit request or referrals too. Consistency helps.
2 of my league colleagues began summer "walk & talks" for new S's. I need to do that!
A3-Our district is focusing on a strong culture. We are better together! Culture trumps everything! https://t.co/6da3WtbAjx
BAM!!!
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A3 wrote a letter to each of my new Ts parents telling them how awesome their child is as a teacher & how much the Ss love them
A3: Ps at our MS r committed to showing all staff/Ss how much they're valued/cont bld strong culture. https://t.co/e9KUyKy86h
A3) everyday class meetings as as a period 1st week to build community & calibrate everyone to our culture.
I don't believe I've introduced myself. Believer in Ss success above all. Taking time off for my family..but still learning.
A3 if I was N classroom/school I would B meeting & greeting students, parents at door welcoming them to our learning community
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Hi Katrina! Thanks for making time for So pumped to have you here...big time learning starts...NOW!
It pays off to invest like this up front!
A3: Former campus started each year off with a T led mini-conference w/ sessions that they wanted to share to peers
we are also back to basics!
A3) Our leadership team tries to instill positivity and openness b/w staff so Ss can succeed. Shout out to ! :)
I completely agree. But no matter how amazingly planned, there will always be some sort of chaos at the beginning
Absolutely! If Educators are not excited about coming back to school, don't expect students to be excited!
Saw this from my daughter's schools this week. Why so many papers to sign. Both are 1:1 Use your tools
Q2: sharpen focus on goals and mission and leave behind all that doesn't match it
A3 High school having all Freshmen wear cap & gown during 'fish camp' to learn the excitement of graduating
I miss doing that. I am a district office adm. I love making the rounds to connect!
A3. Having teacher bus greeters to give Ss pep talks before coming into building and when they come in having music playing.
It's our 20th year. Theme is looking back to build for the future
yes!! My team T & I did this & immediately set the tone especially for those who hear it's the T & think uh oh
A3 Made it to every 7th grade class Monday morning to introduce myself and welcome Ss with a big smile
A2 Admin team visits classrooms with a small treat and welcome. I visit and read a story to all of our classrooms.
Yes, in the process of applying for Lighthouse Status.
A3/1 For me I day 1 have stations & 1 of them is to make eye contact shake my hand & introduce in 2 sent https://t.co/WW6qVAvSzU
A4: Changing my lead team format this year...bringing in parents, students, and support staff to join me and teachers!
Thanks for encouragement and support. You're helping me fuel the rest of my work today!
Yes! And so how do we find ways to use it as a lever for positive change?
Is it bad I have to do the math with the how long ago marker to find out how far behind I am?
What? Share link pls! https://t.co/APZrsYCxCs
It makes it easier. There's also links to video on how to submit request or referrals too. Consistency helps.
wahoooo!! Thanks! πππππ½ππ½
Discussing reality in order to be solutions oriented is a productive conversation. Complaining is not.
A3 I would develop learning opportunities so engaging that students would go home and say "this will B the best year ever !"
Go beyond the numbers and seek teacher and student voice to inform our work. It is a moral imperative. https://t.co/paRCVuPx7p
Good morning Katrina! Great to have you here!
A3 The stength of a culture vs cult of personaility. Do traditions change with ldrship, or are they owned by staff?
Mic Drop! If Ts aren't excited it's time for admin & Ts to look in mirror and ask why. https://t.co/ZsSrYbn0Lz
Absolutely! If Educators are not excited about coming back to school, don't expect students to be excited!
Our MS Principal, teaches his kids how to shake hands properly and look adults in the eye
That is so worth it! Everyone appreciates just being heard!
A4. We are meeting with our staff and Ss after each climate survey to discuss the results and get more clarification
A3: school norms as staff & parent night just started for 5th grade. Concentrate on what is important & connect with parents
A4: Staff surveys/focus groups, family workshops/events, and make sure to get student input, too!!!
A3-Letter home to every child from their teacher welcoming them to the class.
A4: I had a principals council of informal S leaders and presidents council of formal S leaders.
A4 - We are going to have more teachers and students this year. I'm going to BE MORE PRESENT to listen, plan and meet all needs
A4: talk to the Ss, other team members, and observe. If you know your Ss you should be able to see what could cause a change.
THIS https://t.co/ivaKUho95A
A3: Respectful push back that βeveryone is responsibleβ - too easy to abdicate to others.β Ldrs take personal responsibility.
thay sounds really solid!
A3/2 At first Ss reluc but then the conversations are flowing. 1st year for this but the diff is amazing https://t.co/WW6qVAvSzU
Seen it in action! is gr8 example. Will be exploring it in our district.
Good Morning, D!! I hope you're doing well!! We're getting pumped for !! We should chat soon!
I make a welcome back video with music and staff photos including lunch staff, maintenence, bus drivers, office, etc from June
always. This is my favorite chat. So widespread and a different perspective.
Taking a page out of and making sure to spend lunchtime eating with kids!
It is where we learn to function more effectively in what Keatβs calls, βnegative capabilityβ
A4: Gaining feedback from Ss in various ways, "I wish my teacher would" from , good way to get going.
be intentional about providing PD w/ the same instructional strategies expected in class.
A4: Flextime is a space for Ss to share their thoughts. I eat w/Ss daily @ lunch too. β
in w/a T daily. https://t.co/kqbvqxDcUt
A4: coffee with moms, brown bag FYI lunches with community/parents
A4: By being present in every area of the school and having honest discussions w/ Ts, Ss, and Ps. https://t.co/HWuCKRPo7M
absolutely! We are finding it important to educate parents on how this is learning too: SEL, community building
A3: BRAND NEW school this year, we're making our own traditions as we go! Cheering on Ss as they enter the school on 1st day!
You are always welcome to stop by my room!
A3: Our PBIS kickoff and WEB orientation for our incoming 7th graders are Milton Middle School BOY traditions
A4) By observing, listening, asking questions, being present, talking w students & parents, attending events, visit classrooms.
Whoa, I hadn't thought of our impact that way. https://t.co/3SG6ZZC6OF
Yes! collectively serving 1902 kids (the last 2 in that number being our own first 2)
Morning meetings to build climate and a sense of belonging to school community. Every Ss feels part of team!
A4- Strategically seeking feedback from Ss,Ts,Ps, and the community...."Seek to understand"
Everyone has a level of responsibility for positive culture. But, admin must lead, model, support.
I love the name "lifelines" ! Kudos to you and your team. One adult makes a difference. https://t.co/dupn0KPJjm
We started lifelines last year @ our school. Each T gets a S that is in major need of a pstve mentor & we cnct w/ them all yr
A4: more conferencing and students having voice on "grades" and achievements in the classroom.
I think the only way is to ask, ask, ask!
A4: Talk to EVERYONE (Ss, Ts, Ps, TAs, cafeteria, custodian, office...We ALL need to be heard! https://t.co/ywjRyqcDbG
I would love to take a month off and road trip to actually see schools and classrooms from my EdHeroes like you!
I challenge Principals to spend lunch time eating with S's to hear &
Keep it REAL and tell it like it is! https://t.co/j7AP7D7hQg
Absolutely! If Educators are not excited about coming back to school, don't expect students to be excited!
A3 Convocations staff before school starts. Large...119 schools. Allows our Super. to create a shared vision.
A4 Something I'm applying in all areas of life: "Shut up and listen!"
A4. Ensure you are listening to many people, not the ones who always tell you what you want to hear, maybe those that challenge.
Yes, first yr I spent as much time doing this, was awesome, grt converstn, Ss are comfort, we know abt each othr :)
A4: I am the queen of hunting & gathering!
Of course. School leadership sets the tone. :) https://t.co/jIJBcr8wYm
Everyone has a level of responsibility for positive culture. But, admin must lead, model, support.
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A4: Creating additional opportunities for meaningful convos between Ps, Ts, & Ss.
A4: Trying to use feedback surveys multiple times in the year w/staff and community- not just once
Awesome practice and it take so little time and effort. Kudos! https://t.co/g8Ie0qjQ81
Taking a page out of and making sure to spend lunchtime eating with kids!
definitely need to increase the positivity- postcards, phone calls, shout outs, picture wall of success
Jeff, do you guys add extra minutes to first period Instruction? I'm curious how you put that in your master scheduleβ¦
Amen. I am more confidant just listening to inspiring ideas on Twitter & Voxer https://t.co/NyQOPDNdBD
Can't believe the knowledge that has opened up to me because of Twitter and Twitter chats. I had no idea. Building my
Good idea. I'm going to take your advice and do it. After 1st week, we'll have meetings once a week.
A4: Rather than throwing out our usual ton of data, our first question to Ts is "what data do you need to improve instruction?"
Explain a little more some time :)
Q4- making myself available-encouraging feedback from Ss, Ts, Ps-put myself in their point of view to see all sides.
I may have missed the but I always scroll through for great ideas & inspiration! Have a great weekend friends!
A4: remembering that the data drives our purpose of ensuring high levels of learning for ALL https://t.co/32nrRvM5fK
So good! Being present, and leading by listening! https://t.co/YtOX8QxH9f
A4 - We are going to have more teachers and students this year. I'm going to BE MORE PRESENT to listen, plan and meet all needs
A4: trying to be more present and connected; slowing down my desire to solve the problem quickly and listening better first
A4 Eyes and ears open-mouth closed.
district wide we a have an activity bell schedule we run 2 times a week. Our first week we run it every day.
I don't know how to begin!
Positive energy in a classroom and school is so important. You can feel it when you walk in. Or the lack of it.
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1. Be present
2. Be engaged
3. Know when to follow
4. Take risks/challenge others
5. Be comfortable w/being uncomfortable
so much fun! What a fantastic school culture!
A4 God gave us two ears and only one mouth for a reason! https://t.co/sUsKQOFdG0
A4 Something I'm applying in all areas of life: "Shut up and listen!"
You know I will! Vox me any time!!
Great book, used it as a reference as well,
A4: Data is everywhere. Quantitative and qualitative. Recognizing that makes it easier to capture.
A4 talk to Ss. EVERY decision affects them, so only fair to get their input.
A4: I really like it when I am invited to write a letter/speak to teachers about my child. It gives me a voice, as a parent.
We have to have difficult conversations, but we need to inspire hope and foster ingenuity as well. https://t.co/Y4xGHWPbxS
I am anti excessive negativity, but also pro reality. If that's possible.
Yep. Something I want to look at this year is the Panorama Survey. Simple, easy to use. Great visuals.
A4: Get I. The classrooms, talk to the students and teachers, look at student data reports, shadow a student/staff 4 a day.
What's the deal with ? Could somebody fill me in, because I'd like to know!
we are too! T's appreciated the diverse approach to this year's first 3 days!!
Saying hello at the door is so important to making Ss feel at ease, helps me with names too.
A4 Principal advisory Council made up of Ss, meeting once a month during lunch with new Ts, going into PLC small group with Ts
More student/teacher surveys and making time for student/teacher self- reflection!
A4 Loving this idea of a brown bag lunch!! Hoping to host a few this year w/teachers for tech chat! https://t.co/nRGkrT8EuJ
A4: coffee with moms, brown bag FYI lunches with community/parents
A4 Student and teacher voice...all angles. So important. Great question!
A4 By being intentional in listening to all stakeholders. Staff & Student Advisory Councils, opp. for parents to visit, etc.
A4 being more intentional in seeking feedback from all stakeholders. Mining for more thoughts and ideas about their experiences.
A4. Develop, grow, and empower your leadership team. Trust in what they share with you.
A4) Differentiated instruction brings differentiated assessments.
A4) I even plan to gather data by occasionally riding the buses this year.
wouldn't that be amazing??
Such a great question to ask of our students!
A4: Remember to gather as much data on STRENGTHS as we do opportunities for growth!
Another new tradition: Our teachers, custodians, and aides wrote their hopes for our students this year. https://t.co/e9tZrxzn8E
never heard that term. will need to check that out.
A4) Staying involved, getting in ALL classrooms EVERYDAY, conversations w/ staff & students, really listening to needs.
A4: Slight geek out on properties of angles: Thereβs a reason that sides far away are called βobtuse.β Focus on acute. .
A4. Lstn to my colleagues, Ss, & prnts. I am hoping to take feedback from all of them and apply it in my classroom!
very cool idea. My Ss wrote the class "community goals & procedures"
A3: We're also focusing on telling not only our school's story but the entire artic area's efforts re: learning/cmty bldg.
A4-planning to have parents, students and community members on committees, give us critical perspectives
we shave time off every period and put it at the end of the day as a separate 30 minute 9th period.
How long do you guys have for that activity time schedule?
we were given 2 ears and only 1 mouth for a reason!
A4 No sit and get PD. Activating teacher voice at every meeting. Activating student voice too. https://t.co/YBKDxPhGYV
I need to put a map in my home office and start connecting my heroes to their location!
Oh no.....I see math vocab!
A4:teacher workshops,lessons with students,parents council to listen parents' voice too
This is AWESOME! Pay attention to the angles that are closer...they are more important! https://t.co/0KfQUgCwPe
A4: Slight geek out on properties of angles: Thereβs a reason that sides far away are called βobtuse.β Focus on acute. .
A4: This year, I plan to visit more and listen more. I'll have individual student conferences (1-2 per day starting 2nd week).
hoping someone saw this student and willing to be their advocate
A4 Leading by listening. PoWErful. https://t.co/EptnWESOEa
A4) By observing, listening, asking questions, being present, talking w students & parents, attending events, visit classrooms.
How could we focus on long-term goals at the start of the year? Envision June & work back from there to ensure it happens.
Actually, why don't we create opportunity for a "Live" look into best practices in schools via GHO
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A4 Usually paper, send forms home, But used Google Forms learn"About Me' for Ss, playd icebreakr bingo, othrs, fun
ohhhh "the map project!!"
A7 : What do you mean by A3 , A4 , A5 etc can anyone tell me...?
A4 Open forum in PTA meetings - feedback from Parents and Parent Learning walks during the school day
which is modeled through differentiated meetings.
great idea! How well attended are the brown bag lunches?
YES! YES! YES! Give teachers voice and choice and show them how to give it right back to their students! https://t.co/FxwqMObeIu
A4 No sit and get PD. Activating teacher voice at every meeting. Activating student voice too. https://t.co/YBKDxPhGYV
Struggling to feel leader like in current position. Not giving up though
I would say complaining for the sake of complaining is bad. Sometimes a complaint can be a spark to change though
Listening 1st & foremost is key. Regardless of the stakeholder group we must hear what they are saying. https://t.co/1GdyPaQ6bT
A4: Observe and listen. Consider shadowing a student to experience a day from his/her perspective. https://t.co/f6mRvy4GDh
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A4
1. Be present
2. Be engaged
3. Know when to follow
4. Take risks/challenge others
5. Be comfortable w/being uncomfortable
Good idea - I don't think the bus would get approved...
Im doing this again.Parent & student voice is very important to me.Get to know students from all angles. https://t.co/HowDowmYdp
A4: I really like it when I am invited to write a letter/speak to teachers about my child. It gives me a voice, as a parent.
A4 Include all stakeholders voice in decision-making. Setting up a Student advisory to meet with superintendent monthly as idea
A4: I need to be better at this. I have a SPED lens 9 times out of 10. Need to change that lens every now and again
Invitation to learning from the stakeholders-nice
I love the idea of a mini at one or more meetings in the year.
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Jobs said we have to connect the dots looking backwardsβ¦in todayβw world we must now learn to connect those dots looking forward
A4 At our 1st P mtg, we asked: What are your best hopes for your S this year? How can grps like PTA best support stdnt success?
I know where some of you are, but it would help me to have a visual! I am doing it!
Interesting! https://t.co/yiLKmcox73
This is AWESOME! Pay attention to the angles that are closer...they are more important! https://t.co/0KfQUgCwPe
A4: Slight geek out on properties of angles: Thereβs a reason that sides far away are called βobtuse.β Focus on acute. .
A4) The best data isn't just what is on paper but in the stories told, the pictures captured, make learning visible!
A4: I'm starting a Student Advisory Panel w 3rd-5th gr to get their feedback & ideas. Will incorporate leadership dev activ too.
A4 Grabing Student feedback on everything. Even I have to do it informally.
positive data ! :-) Listen too the chatter :-) https://t.co/caJK04EgsT
A4) I even plan to gather data by occasionally riding the buses this year.
This made me giggle. β€οΈ Thanks for the reminder https://t.co/HHvQMpgy0w
A4: Slight geek out on properties of angles: Thereβs a reason that sides far away are called βobtuse.β Focus on acute. .
A4) Me personally, I am ATTEMPTING to go ALL task based this year. Lord help me with the grading of 160 Ss doing this! LOL!
Fantastic idea! https://t.co/3FRB60kFqq
A4: This year, I plan to visit more and listen more. I'll have individual student conferences (1-2 per day starting 2nd week).
A4 Being in classrooms, hallways, scheduling informal check ins, our parent network, committees and focus groups.
A4 Educators need to continually research. Don't sit in a box of what is trending now. If we don't evolve..we will drown.
A4 Being armed with carefully crafted questions, and expanding the reach of my ears with Ss, Ps, and Ts.
Reflection is key. is firm believer in reflection time after Professional Learning! https://t.co/DPB23mA1wN
More student/teacher surveys and making time for student/teacher self- reflection!
yes. There are amazing leaders who participate.
A4. Quality over quantity. Talk meaningfully with those around you.
what about a digital one that runs on a touch screen TV. Click on an area and it zooms in
It will be great to have a place to be, not looking for a place to put materials! Passing time will be awesome!
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A4: Slight geek out on properties of angles: Thereβs a reason that sides far away are called βobtuse.β Focus on acute. .
A4: Visiting classrooms at different parts of the day and being present at meetings: PLC, planning, etc.
A4: Have student advocates!
Great reminders Thank You! My favorite is the importance of being truly present. https://t.co/FD3FVMY3ab
A4
1. Be present
2. Be engaged
3. Know when to follow
4. Take risks/challenge others
5. Be comfortable w/being uncomfortable
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Paula, this is crucial . We should always be about going from good to AWESOME! Strength-based learning! https://t.co/IUYOoE2IE4
A4: Remember to gather as much data on STRENGTHS as we do opportunities for growth!
Education & kids are more than numbers...it's people, it's stories, it's a journey...tell THAT story! https://t.co/UVvfj09LY4
A4) The best data isn't just what is on paper but in the stories told, the pictures captured, make learning visible!
We will definitely be doing that!
A4) we utilize surveys w/ our parents, students, & staff frequently to keep the pulse & assess our learning/culture.
Carol ELA Consultant from Long Island-late to -baking a peach pie for tonight's gathering of friends.
Agree! Some dists like have an active student school board that works w dist. leaders.
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the start of the year is like a race, the gun goes off, long term goals ensure that we run the same direction.
Katrina! Love it! Let's work on it!
if you do not have schoolwide smart goals established yet, better put in place. It will give your team the focus for all year.
how many schools have a parent community location/room to offer engagement sessions i.e. what it takes for Ss to graduate?
What are you doing to personalize your PD? I need ideas.
you bet! Need that qualitative data to be able to understand the story behind the numbers. Need to make it real
A4 Don't just listen 4 the answer I want! Collaborate, listen & seek the info that leads 2 innovations. https://t.co/ItnDrCAYS7
I don't head this enough! is essential in every school!
A huge open source google map!
That is the idea! Also to be in the throngs and have a pulse on the learning community!
Another theme today, listening.
A5 1 community goal Ss wrote was choice of demo of knowledge. Their words. A makerspace & genius hour. https://t.co/OwJsY9GsdP
Would love to connect participants w/ Authentic Leadership in Action https://t.co/MFN1snqpwG
A4
1. Be present
2. Be engaged
3. Know when to follow
4. Take risks/challenge others
5. Be comfortable w/being uncomfortable
A5 Happy to be part of a brave team that has embraced flex-seating at the HS level.
A4: We just have to slow down long enough to listen to the unspoken heartbeat of the school. Keep asking "What am I missing?"
I believe culture needs to be a solutions first culture. Share a concern--not a complaint--and propose solution
A4-PLCs, lots of questions, and most importantly, really listening.
A5 Ss participate in Friday service project and choose community org to work w all day.
A5 we created a time during the day (35 minutes) for student to have enrichment time such as book club, salsa dancing, minecraft
A4 Voice is powerful when it's collective and unified!
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A4: time to grab the protractor and look from all angles. Talk to stakeholders- Ts, Ss, families and partners- find the needs
migration: Seasonal movement of animals from one region to another
I knew that would get a shoutout. LOL
Mmmmmmm......that sounds wonderful!
A4pt2 Also had Ss respond to questions about learning, interests, set goals using or to share w/me
likewise. I have tweeted it before, you always have great things to say and share. Thank you again.
Yes! THIS is EVERYTHING! https://t.co/a7Rdzc66Dl
A4) The best data isn't just what is on paper but in the stories told, the pictures captured, make learning visible!
The beginning of the year has been refreshing bc we're creating what it means 2 be a
YES! Helps when you go into a room w/o a preconceived answer...allow yourself to walk in w questions! https://t.co/ic32vf6X3b
A4 Don't just listen 4 the answer I want! Collaborate, listen & seek the info that leads 2 innovations. https://t.co/ItnDrCAYS7
We've been using that, too. Switching because Panorama is cheap and does it better than I can.
It is an EARLY CHAT to join from the west coast--but i'm here! I will enjoy catching up.
A5: Sacred Writing Time from brings voice and choice to students. Ten min. per day to write about anything.
Meet-ups on the road-very cool Neil.
Will be beginning the same idea from a district level. Excited to hear their feedback!!
Time to tell our story! https://t.co/tBupFuLUdA
Education & kids are more than numbers...it's people, it's stories, it's a journey...tell THAT story! https://t.co/UVvfj09LY4
A4) The best data isn't just what is on paper but in the stories told, the pictures captured, make learning visible!
A5 S voice comes from Ts being quiet and letting Ss hear theirs and learn to use use it Coll, coop, flex https://t.co/OwJsY9GsdP
A5. Choice & voice is critical for students & educators. Grass roots efforts always trump mandates. Autonomy. Mastery. Purpose.
Hi Jeff! Hope you get off to a great start and have an even better year buddy. βΊ
A5: 1 T doing flexible seating; some Ts doing Genius Hour
An important question to ask. Great point!
Way too kind. Just appreciate getting an opportunity to collaborate and learn from so many incredible thinkers here
A5 A blended learning environment is really helping me as a teacher to provide more choice and personalization for my students
Powerful statement about telling our own stories of teaching and learning in our schools. Thank you! https://t.co/3sDuMMjNq5
A4) The best data isn't just what is on paper but in the stories told, the pictures captured, make learning visible!
Why not? Like a or Google Draw. Click links to see examples
We also do edcamps and knowledge cafe from time to time.
A5 already finished 1st project of the year and let Ss choose groups, supplies, and interpretation of reqmnts
A5 Voice and Choice - evident in every part of the day. Writing, Reading, Passions, Learning Space, Evidence of Learning
A5: Flexible seating in much of our HS ELA dept. has been huge!
ha! I know. Pretty typical of me thou! What? Katrina is off task? Lol!!
A5: We are often afraid of this and avoid it by not communicating. Be transparent and listen when others chime in.
Great resource, thank you. check it out.
A5: Leadership roles for Ss in classroom and building, has been a game changer for me as well.
A4 Gather info from all stakeholders to make decisions that will benefit the community of learners.
A5: flexible seating, conferencing with students for grades, and more choice in their avenue taken towards learning goals.
A5: Ss surveys and supporting Ts in giving Ss choice to activities and projects. It's THEIR learning! https://t.co/gcu1dA28sa
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A5 Cont. Flexible seating. Autonomy in work space. After direct instruction, Ss can work in commons, outside, etc.
AMEN, brother! Rather we do it than someone else! https://t.co/4tSLgpussP
Time to tell our story! https://t.co/tBupFuLUdA
Education & kids are more than numbers...it's people, it's stories, it's a journey...tell THAT story! https://t.co/UVvfj09LY4
A4) The best data isn't just what is on paper but in the stories told, the pictures captured, make learning visible!
Great point, ! You've got to know what you're trying to achieve!
A5: alternative assessments, building on strengths, genius hour
It's pretty awesome isn't it? https://t.co/qGPPWu1F9I
A5 Happy to be part of a brave team that has embraced flex-seating at the HS level.
A5. Learning about Ss interests. Flexible seating opportunities & time to explore/create. I want to know about STEM box
we have 7th grade service day where they choose how to give back.
A5 designing open-ended essential questions and allowing Ss to explore through their favorite avenue
those Q graphics are ballin!!
You know is trending when the inappropriate tweets roll through. Didn't need to see all of that!
A5 Ss have Jump Start bw 2nd/3rd period and choose an activity to wake them up. Outdoor play, dance party, ping pong, Legos, etc
A5 Flex seating, student choice in where to sit, empowering my Elem Student Council to actually lead and be the voice kids hear
Yes! Flexible seating is becoming a must have in many school! https://t.co/m0CwW9Igy3
A5: Flexible seating in much of our HS ELA dept. has been huge!
A5 edinitiativeco is working w dists using student surveys to better inform instruction + learning: https://t.co/jXkQuNUvW7 β¦
My limit for on-task behavior in chats seems to be approx 20-30 min. Downhill from there.
A5 When Ts worry less about being a content specialist & focus more on being process specialist, voice/choice follows naturally.
A5-All starts with relationships. Are we connecting with our students? Must start there
A5: Listen 2 what they want. Try not to push too much of my thinking, but share concerns/ideas of peers https://t.co/NoDDuunte0
A5: Trying to move Ts from "make a PPT" to "show me how you solved this problem" Oh yeah, & open makerspace
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Suddenly I'm inspired to go give the staff lounge a guerilla make over!
I just did a Keynote on Voice and Choice that went really well. One of my fav topics!!
Allowing them to show what they know, using any avenue they choose! https://t.co/nPd58aY6kF
A5: flexible seating, conferencing with students for grades, and more choice in their avenue taken towards learning goals.
Q5 Be a facilator. STEP AWAY FROM THE MIC...LET THEM TALK, DISCUSS, FAIL! True learning will happen! Give Ss autonomy too!
Edcamp I am familiar with what is knowledge cafe?
A5: S voice goal- starting social media interns and podcasts
A5: Start small...rather than everyone do the same project, give a few options as well as the option to go beyond those options!
Sandy me too. I love my blended design- on line notes & assign helps so much for makerspace inclusion. https://t.co/Xd71jrmSpg
A5 A blended learning environment is really helping me as a teacher to provide more choice and personalization for my students
A5) one that jumps out is the way we differentiate learning opportunities with choice boards and extension opportunities.
STEM box ? https://t.co/Lb7u1wr3cH
A5. Learning about Ss interests. Flexible seating opportunities & time to explore/create. I want to know about STEM box
Amen! In order for them to speak, others have to listen!
A4: Gathering info from varied sources informs instr, but can also promote hope, self/class identity, appreciation of diversity.
A5-trying to roll out Genius Hour building wide each day for 45 minutes
A5: Our school-wide Makerspace gives ALL students weekly time to, build, create, builds growth-mindset! https://t.co/kKaa61CFah
I agree! Supports trauma sensitive classroom practices!
A5: flexible seating...flipped learning...student choice to show mastery! The student voice is essential!
A5: Model choice and voice with Ts, then highlight the ways in which and how much the collaboration changed the learning.
A5- Data Boards in classrooms will allow Ts to increase and choice about how to move forward
A5: To increase voice and choice:
1. Number Talks
2. Sacred Writing Time
3. Workshop Approach to Teach
4. Weekly class meetings
Awesome? yes. Bumpy at times? yes. Providing unexpected learning moments? Definitely.
A5: Focus on real, embedded, process-focussed self-assessment through conferring and reflection. Travel where we need to.
Q5: relinquishing control is the starting point. placing action in addition to words around listening. https://t.co/qpM99qL3hz
A5: I hope this year we canalso continue the newsletter like previous year
A5 edinitiativeco is working w dists using student surveys to better inform instruction + learning: https://t.co/WSzJ2j7lFi β¦
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A5: Something we are doing to promote S voice is create an online newfeed that is entirely S generated content.
A5. Third grade team is doing
A5 this is such a growth area for us right now. These responses are so awesome.
A5: Create a culture that EXPECTS collaboration & shared knowledge & truly LISTEN & HONOR their thinking.
Our Superintendent has the same thing - we learned a lot through this.
A5: Model choice & voice in our professional learning sessions. Build capacity in adults so they can build capacity in students.
A5 cont: removing the "homework" from our independent reading to reignite a love of reading this year.
A5: Yes! and how might we bring voice and choice to TEACHERS. Teachers recreate what they experience https://t.co/eSJIME7rr3
A5:Assignments should be differentiated, have choice, & allow all Ss to be successful & show their learning in diff. ways.
Have to jump out early this morning to meet with a new teacher. Have a wonderful weekend and thanks for the conversation.
A5: Reflect often... Allow students to share thoughts & ideas to drive the next lesson how ALL see best fit.
A5 see how & as they progress from station rotation to individual rotation to flex model!
Oh yes is today toooooo ah but I cannot set up my classroom & also chat on Twitter w only 2 hands!
strong advocate in students being a part of how we design learning INCLUDING assessment. Keep at it.
A5: We learned a lot through the challenge last year! Empathy day rules!
We have a lot of convos about being responsible in our choices. Puts the ball back in their court.
-stew314 1st year with flexible seating & standing desks it actually works great. Not 1 issue. https://t.co/f5GFxqnG6v
A5 Cont. Flexible seating. Autonomy in work space. After direct instruction, Ss can work in commons, outside, etc.
It has made it easier to empower kids w their learning- my argument for why Ts need the support for devices etc
A5b: We are bringing the Genius Hour/Makerspace TO the classrooms via rolling carts...& if Ts want, I'll teach the class first!
A5) ; Ss from around the world investigating probs and designing solutions, then peer review https://t.co/kWDCzlIlGy
A5 Planning with Ts to include choice for themβ¦sharing options/choice for Ss. If we coach Ts with choice, will it trickle down?
Agreed! First year I have spent so much time on teamwk/relationship, & lucky to have admin that support!
A5 talking 2 as many Ts as I can & encouraging them 2 consider flexible seating, genius hour, integration "making" N2 science
Got that from Brockton HS.
A5 Supporting teachers as they explore the possibilities of student voice & choice. Remove the barriers!!
That's a good thing - personalizing education at this morning!
Have to duck out early this morning! Thanks for a great conversation!
. Tchr doesnt want to use b/c "what if google goes down"
A5: Measure student engagement to design lessons that provide more authenticity and choice. https://t.co/KZlTEp4sYR
A5-using Conscious Discipline to help our K/1st learn how to choose to respond vs react
Have you heard of Porch PD? I learned about it from
Good concrete examples. Focus more on process, less on content. https://t.co/wfooKPeLE7
A5: To increase voice and choice:
1. Number Talks
2. Sacred Writing Time
3. Workshop Approach to Teach
4. Weekly class meetings
Q6 coming up in 1 minute...
working on the same thing right now with my HigherEd faculty
A5: listening to wants and see if it will work. We have a S trying ROTC, will have a partner, and English will be ROTC material
A5 Getting Ss input and MAKING IT HAPPEN!!!
"What do you hope to learn? What can you teach us? Describe learning environment"
A5: Also encourage Ss to address your school brd w/ celebrations, issues on a regular basis. Take civic eng to a new level.
A5- Genius hour-T creates part of test S brings task/project/etc for other part-tiptoeing into Personalized learning for Ss
A5- wish we were doing more ... Thanks for all of the great ideas !
Hooray! spot on for me. Exactly my style. https://t.co/SV6kbe5jaH
A5: flexible seating...flipped learning...student choice to show mastery! The student voice is essential!
Thanks for being here with us! Loved your energy and great ideas! Keep coming back!
A5: Create lessons & assignments that allow Ss to participate in diff. ways! Doesn't always have to be speaking whole group!
are you just like me during ...just lurking and stealing :)
we have learned outcomes that focus on real world what we want Ss to know and do that Ss are assessed on!
I need to visit with your ELA dept on this, tired of being stuck on taking a test when a book is finished.
As leaders we spend too much time focusing on βthe boxββ¦we need to be much more aware of the wide open spaces of the unknown.
involve them in the experience to involve them in shaping our answers to this question.
It's the center of all efforts or noneffort. If you have it, it matters. If you don't, it matters more. https://t.co/XQR4YlogqU
A5 I'm excited to start a social media club so student voice is running our Facebook feed Thank you for the idea
Ha! Definitely not having Teresa drive the bus with her GPS skills. Right,
that's hilarious! From the elem or high school?
A5: Flex seating, new elective and intervention options, and Friday small group chats with students.
It's on my to do list. How would I really know what's it's like to be a Ss if I don't follow them?
A5 Collaborative protocols lead to voice rising and then amplified.
A5. Really trying to not provide answer, but instead say, " Let's figure it out"
I can't wait to hear about the amazing success behind this practice! I bet results are amazing!
A5) Our Ts write grants for wiggle balls, stand up desks, etc so students can choose how they sit in MS. Ss love it!
Hey friend! Love your new admin picture! https://t.co/OGXAe8Ffda
Hope you all have a fantastic weekend and allow yourself some down time! Can't wait to read the archive from !!βπΌοΈβπΌ
turned me on to a Smarkers Activity I am doing with my principals on Thursday!
It is new for us this year, but the students seem very excited to just read. No journaling, project, etc.
What happens when they like it and do not want it to leave?
So grateful for the inspiring convo this morning! Always a pleasure Have a wonderful weekend edu colleagues
Thanks! I worked hard for this dream (many grants) and the advantages are too numerous to number!
That was another of their written goals-listen to ideas be respectful.
A5 cont x2: we are also going to try campus-wide this year!
HS! We talked 1:1, , you name it! Awesome meeting! I'll be back in Feb and will stop by!! :)
Removing the clunker desk to devote space to Ss is powerful move... and functional!
A5 Sounds great. Let those rise to showcase S success!
Free Write Friday...s write what is on their mind and can get anything off of their chest & they know it's just for my eyes only
Q5: My continued internal theme... excited to lead my community by "GETTING OUT OF THE WAY"
We have lived it - not a good thing!
Working on the "making it happen" this year! https://t.co/L1XXwPbkuQ
A5 Getting Ss input and MAKING IT HAPPEN!!!
"What do you hope to learn? What can you teach us? Describe learning environment"
I can DRIVE it, I would have a navigator......
Hoping to create a genius hour for my Ts to inspire creativity...spill into those classrooms! https://t.co/e8kPWLRbNQ
A5- Genius hour-T creates part of test S brings task/project/etc for other part-tiptoeing into Personalized learning for Ss
A1 Green smoothies & working out. will be on my behind about actually doing it.
A5: new learning space has helped profs move away from lecture towards a more project based approach https://t.co/31ZRv03Onc
A5 John Hattie's research said self-reported grading is big, so why not? I'm giving rubrics, they give the grade. Let's see
A5. Transition from sages on the stages to guides on the side. This brings in true teacher facilitation! Empowers the Ss!
Honour process, ingenuity, creativity, and resilience. Let students problem find & solve. Trial & discovery.
Thanks for being here, Laura! Looking forward to learning with you!
Absolutely true. Ss thrive when they have their voice heard. More time to collab not listen to lectures.
Extra Q: How long until we are bombarded with requests to purchase more followers? This thing is blowing up.
Awesome! Show them and help them write a grant for their own! https://t.co/0ebwlBHvfl
What happens when they like it and do not want it to leave?
A6: I plan to leverage my PLN and surround myself with positive educators that challenge me daily. https://t.co/5PpIsYzuNm
Our librarian has a great - open before school and at Ss recesses.
PPT- should only have <4 words / slide
I'm gently nudging my staff in this direction as well :) https://t.co/qBnGHsIZJI
A5 John Hattie's research said self-reported grading is big, so why not? I'm giving rubrics, they give the grade. Let's see
A6 read and visit our EC classrooms. Participating in twitter chats, and spending time with family.
If I become principal, this will be a first purchase :)
The statement that I can't forget is for "School to feel like home"
Color outside the lines w/ "learning menus" in the classroom. Offer them varied ways to meet the learning target.
A6 Easy to stay mentally & emotionally energized when you stay in the zone!
A6 Emotionally by keeping promises to myself - leave by 5 most days, exercise regularly
I love that guy! That clip is hilarious!
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A5 edinitiativeco is working w dists using student surveys to better inform instruction + learning: https://t.co/t2s0uRfh22 β¦
YES tear down those walls!!!!!! https://t.co/Psbx8x1lhD
A5 Supporting teachers as they explore the possibilities of student voice & choice. Remove the barriers!!
I was saying the same thing - if we have pizza, they will come...
A6 Emotionally - staying connected to my PLN for encouragement, motivation and laughs
Yes! Ts & Ss need to know it's OK to take risks, explore, fail, refine. Isn't that what a great ed is all aboutt?
You are my edu-hero! Please keep us posted on the success! You will be amazed at the transformation.
Tell me more! I'm not familiar with it.
I want to do so much more with just need more teacher buy-in to help!
Are you on ? Find me at drneilgupta and I can explain it
A5 Teamwork makes for a better climate.
Agreed. Use images to support what you're saying. Don't present what I could have read myself.
Thanks for the great chat this morning! Gotta' get some stuff done! Have a great week, everyone!
A6 Spend more time with kids. They teach us what it's all about!
A5: UPS has been very busy delivering flex seating to my Ts who wrote Donors Choose grants. Proud of my Ts for this.
A6: focus on a few things and drive to make them succeed. Energy comes from the small successes and solved problems.
Great leadership modeled here! https://t.co/8yOy7Rqegi
A5b: We are bringing the Genius Hour/Makerspace TO the classrooms via rolling carts...& if Ts want, I'll teach the class first!
Thank you for asking this question. It helps me put aside some of my doubts and move forward. https://t.co/dKYLGpR3M3
Just that? I blame him for lots of stuff....
nails it. Exponential, βaround the cornerβ thinking sees importance of entrepreneurial skills for future success.
A6: exercise, disconnected time, and having a supportive PLN
Lots of new faces here at the convo. I hope everyone connects with each other.
Interested to hear ideas for starting ; have an extra room in our building that could be put to use better
I love this! https://t.co/QQIVeIH6E8
A5: Also encourage Ss to address your school brd w/ celebrations, issues on a regular basis. Take civic eng to a new level.
A6) To know when to take time 4 myself, and just relax. I think we as educators forget that this is OK to do from time to time.
YES!!! And it is the responsibility of the admin to clearly communicate this. We must follow thru daily.
A6 Surround yourself with people who understand your passions.
A6: Leaning on my awesome colleagues, PLN, and family...and also laughing with my students.
A6: I'm energized every time I'm on Twitter interacting with the passionate educator peeps like the ones here!
Must step out early to refill the coffee cup ! Join me as I moderate . It's going to be EPIC! https://t.co/Pzav8PeLb7
A6.2 making those positive phone calls home. So energizing!
A6) By hanging w/ the positive people & annoying the negative until they come around. Keep the celebration students going.
Yes. I try to really make my room comfortable & flexible like the dinner table.
A6. Planning and sticking to a plan will keep me energized. Building capacity and turning to my PLN!
Let students build a blog that is a chronicle of their thinking & learning. Student led conferencing always.
A6: I'm a learner - that makes very important to my week. Love the reflection time.I'm a connector, too.
A5 Choice also speaks to having a variety of relevant electives that allow students to explore areas of interest.
Main responsibility of admin: remove the barriers that are preventing effective instruction.
Great conversation today. I need to go build an interactive map now, and start gathering vids
A6) Made it missional to pick 3! 3 young leaders I am investing in to leadup & also having other edleaders to sharpen me.
Communication is going to be key w staff and parents-we can all help.
I blame YOU for things too, gotta share the wealth......
Educators, get involved in today's . Very interesting insights from your peers. Great work, everyone!
but who are also willing to challenge your plans and actions to make them better. Collaboration not conformity.
Just curious. Where is Walnut Creek? Would love to visit & see your MakerSpace.
Staying connected with tribe! Family 1st & staying fit through running & catching with Seely! https://t.co/XYIR9FlWwG
A6- Seek opportunities to fuel my passions, both personal and professional
Absolutely! https://t.co/6RsDsZan1M
but who are also willing to challenge your plans and actions to make them better. Collaboration not conformity.
Wow! That's awesome, Sean! Keep us posted!
A6: run/lift, Vox w/ my brothers daily, ππ½, be a husband and dad.
A6 Spend time in classrooms with students each day! Brings a smile & energy to my world!!
A6 Staying healthy has to be intentional- eat right, sleep, etc. and relying on tribe keeps me inspired
I am too, love these chats, build exctmt for Monday in CR, new ideas, positive, and reflection
Yes! They are AMAZING!! LOVE THEM!! We hope to do some badass work this year!
A6: Taking a HUGE step outside comfort zone by reflection vlogging & sharing for all to see. https://t.co/17qWrO3RRb
Or maybe professional learning sessions Something about development that feels like it's being done to you.
A6 Find the calm, keep these rel with Ss strong, laugh & have fun, meditate, don't sweat the small stuff https://t.co/NuhE4g4aFU
Great early morning ! Thank you !
I have to get going but thank you everyone for your ideas and inspiration! Passion is contagious and this group is full of it.
A6 Hallway collaboration. Often. Pull on the tribe (team, bldg, district, and global) for that + energy.
A6 We had a yoga T come in to last day of PD to guide us thru heart, mind, & body in starting the year! https://t.co/ZTk7bU2R3v
A6: always get re-energized visiting classrooms and interacting with Ss, especially Kdg- love seeing their excitement to learn
A6: it'll be tough with my first kid on the way in Sep...making sure I'm spending time with family, working out, have fun w/ Ss
I'd like to thank for co-moderating with me and bringing the fun in the visuals! Have a great weekend,
All hours are worthy. This one especially so! Thx and all for contributions.
A6 well now, that is the Q. I joined a 4:30am workout class, it makes me feel great to start my day
A6: My love language is Acts of Service, so I will stay mentally/emotionally nourished by supporting others.
Thank you to my good friends and parters & for leading with quality questions today! Thank you bros!
Thanks for being a part of the learning, Brad!
A5) edged out by two votes was getting lit up by a HS football player. Thankful for the dunk tank :) https://t.co/6pu2j5EpM4
A6: Taking "me" time, growing through my PLN, and cherishing relationships being built with Ss.
So important to reflect & connect. I want to keep my blog strong and hopefully get more readers.
It'll be powerful w Meadowlark too-getting Ss to share their experienced w the board.
Very important & not easy ! But we also need others who think differently than us to push our thinking https://t.co/aUe1o8BaqV
A6 Surround yourself with people who understand your passions.
Hope the flexible seating effort stays true to the WHY, not just the flexible seats.
Wow! Thanks, Lissa! Have a great rest of the weekend and see you next week on
Always a pleasure to drop by
Thank YOU for being here! So very happy you found a Starbucks that delivered!
have to do this during critical check points to pause us and ground us!
makes a big difference when you get your day started off on a good note.
And you do an excellent job of that Connie!! https://t.co/wOoBRu1gLT
A6: My love language is Acts of Service, so I will stay mentally/emotionally nourished by supporting others.
A6 Twitter chats, staying connected w/librarians via PLCs, listservs & confs & running (librarians run, we're cool that way)
Me too! Still can't find Q6 but it looks like a good one.
Thanks, Heidi! Love see you here!
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We complain about HOPE until we meet a child who has no hope. I/You may be the only HOPE for some child. https://t.co/tpx9zKtE6J
Thank you everyone for joining us this morning! Special thanks to my partner-in-crime for co-moderating with me!
Thank you for being here! Your contributions made a HUGE impact on the learning today!
Awesome chat this morning! Thank you and and all who participated!
So grateful for our education partners who engage with us in collaborating to transform schools! https://t.co/zgpiwHsVXG
Thanks, Jeff! We appreciate you and letting us be a part of this amazing learning!
wish I could join, soccer games to coach. I am sure it will be amazing. As is the moderator.
A6 a feeling of accomplishment serves me well...want to keep pushing and working hard.
A6: my PLN is huge. Blogging and working with teams. Thanks all who have been there to support!
Coaching/practising peer assessment helps Ss learn to self-assess work with disciplined accountability (honest rigour).
Twitter keeps me stimulated, questioning learning, pushes me beyond my own boundaries https://t.co/TFambxZXgn
A6: I'm energized every time I'm on Twitter interacting with the passionate educator peeps like the ones here!
Sorry to have been late for but glad I could join in the end Thanks Great job!
Soooo true! Teachers need to know students and principals need to KNOW teachers...relationships. https://t.co/DgvXw1AiyE
Main responsibility of admin: remove the barriers that are preventing effective instruction.
A6: To stay mentally and emotionally energized and nourished, I'll tune in to weekly! Ha! I may also listen to more music.
Thank you everyone at listened and was inspired. You guys are awesome!
Wow. Yours looks really great! I'll definitely spend some time checking it out.
Thank you so much for being here with us! Love it when you are a part of
Thank you for the very fun, and informative ! I enjoyed my time and learned a lot!
A6: Set personal and professional goals. Get active! Do things with colleagues outside of work and look for the positive!
As always, big thanks to and for giving up the keys to their baby...humbled and honored!
You nailed it! https://t.co/GMSpzkNj7n
A4) The best data isn't just what is on paper but in the stories told, the pictures captured, make learning visible!
Starts & ends with relationships!
Nice work and That was a great Off to conquer a weekend.
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especially when you aren't a journal-er (is that a word). But, it's been theraputic :)
Thank you Neil as always thank you for leading a focused, insightful discussion.
Thank you for a wonderful chat. I'm inspired! Have a great day!
Great chat this morning! Now I need to spend the rest of the day processing all the great ideas! rocks! πΈπ€πΊπΉ
Thanks for being here, Adam! So awesome to have you bringing the learning!
I have a group of hires next year, I will be taking this approach!
Thank you my friend! Grateful you could make it!
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Wait...wait...wait... is already over? Where did that hour go? Great chat friends!! Thanks to and !
Be strong and be awesome, my friend! Thanks for being here!
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Awesome this morning! I'm feeling energized for our first day of school on Monday!
You got this! https://t.co/qda5ONtqIG
A6: it'll be tough with my first kid on the way in Sep...making sure I'm spending time with family, working out, have fun w/ Ss
Thank you, Greg, for being here and bringing the awesome! Have a great weekend!
Gr8! BOEs create policies that directly impact kids, teachers, schools. They need to hear u!
We did have free childcare last year. Just attempting to build tradition.
Mama J from MO enjoyed listening, learning, and joining in at the end! Looking forward to next week! https://t.co/14WNxMOfpQ
Thanks again for being here, Marci! This hour just flew by!
A6 Take time for yourself and for reflection. Don't listen to everyone who opens their mouth. They r not u. Believe!
energized and ready to begin a great year Thanks all!!!!
I know what snapchat is but I don't know what or are. I just took my right now, though, so I'm feeling light!
Exactly what I needed this morning final stretch to start up the school year thanks to all! https://t.co/F1lvGPL0M5
thanks so much for a great this morning!
Thank you and for a thought provoking such a great tribe!!! See you next Saturday
Thanks for the fantastic chat, have a good weekend!!
Thanks so much, Kimberly for being a crucial part of this morning!
Once again, thank YOU for bringing your A game to
This has been best week ever, learnd so much abt Ss, really will help moving fwd, excited
Thanks, everyone. Ready to reflect on some great ideas I stole this morning:)
A6. Staying focused, staying positive, asking for help, & takng feedback applying it to my teaching.
A1 teacher leaders are the engine that makes the whole thing go!
FYI - thought you'd esp. like this student quote. You'd love . Can fill you in!
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With that brain and experience I bet everything is that easy... https://t.co/XqGotYC9xV
WAY too much credit...if I told you how easy it was, you would be far less impressed...
I've been listening to the book "Multipliers." Great for leadership.
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love your ideas for the new year! Great way to build community and relationships! https://t.co/q1ymS7Oa9F
Another new tradition: Our teachers, custodians, and aides wrote their hopes for our students this year. https://t.co/e9tZrxzn8E
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Agree-supt & BOEs also can promote & celebrate through story telling, BOE mtgs & other comms channels.
PLN...Thank you...up on Voxer...
how are you defining "capacity" within an educational context?
Agree! It is one the areas we are focused on this year. We want to tell our story before others try to tell it.
A leader who is delivering on his brand promise! Making a purposeful pathway for kids to belong! https://t.co/67Ho83BBmw
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The capacity to collaborate to use data to improve instruction so that all students learn at higher levels.
YES! YES! YES!!! https://t.co/G3NHbFnNbn
A2. T,s who lead produce Ss leaders! Check experiences; Look at your classes that have T leaders, they have most Ss leaders.
