Hi, I'm Barb and I teach Kindergarten in Kansas. I am on my 29th year of teaching in the same school! My favorite book is Google Apps for LIttle Hands. #IHMarchMadness#sdedchat
Hi #sdedchat! I'm Jori from Northern CA, I teach Eng 10, AP Lang, and AP Lit and I CAN'T choose a fav book! But one of my most beloved is The Book Thief by @Markus_Zusak
While conferences tonight are entirely student led, I'm not sure I can really be on my phone the whole time! I look forward to reading the record and seeing everyone's thoughts! PS. My favorite book is The Princess Bride #sdedchat
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Hi Jori! Thanks for joining #sdedchat tonight! It is so hard to choose just one.. I read the Book Thief for the first time a few years ago & it is one I think I will always want to read over and over again.
Hello, #sdedchat! Ladonna from Mobridge, SD. I teach Middle School Social Studies and Innovation class! My favorite book: so many, but my go to is Skinnybones!
While conferences tonight are entirely student led, I'm not sure I can really be on my phone the whole time! I look forward to reading the record and seeing everyone's thoughts! PS. My favorite book is The Princess Bride #sdedchat
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Katrina. 3rd in FL, but moving to SD in June!!! š fave book as of now is #LearnLAP. Making Culturize my next read. Also looking forward to reading The Wild Robot Escapes now that itās been released! š #sdedchat
Hi #sdedchat! Jared Kaltwasser, 6th and 7th social studies teacher in Harrisburg. Favorite book? Catcher in the Rye. Favorite teacher-ish book? Hmm. Probably Mindset.
Kristen from PA, 6th grade physical science, and I have a 5 yo, a 3 yo, and a just turned 2 yo and advise 2 clubs and just started another one so I donāt make the time to read books. But I did just but #LCInnovation#sdedchat
A1: I think Teacher Leadership is when practicing classroom teachers are leading professional development or training and helping other adults in their school community learn. #sdedchat
I'd define it was a teacher who is willing to take risks in teaching, willing to lead others, willing to build a positive culture, and willing to help others...and SO many other things! #sdedchat
Hi Jared!! I'm so excited to see you on #sdedchat tonight. I've never actually read Catcher in the Rye, I think I need to put that on my list. Mindset is a great one.
A1: Teacher leadership happens when teachers take a lead role in thought, creativity, development, mentorship inside and outside of a classroom. Bottom up rather than top down. Similar approach to a student led classroom. #sdedchat
A1: I'd define teacher leadership as when teachers are the ones driving innovation in the classroom and in the school in general; when teachers are empowered and eager to innovate. #sdedchat
A1: Teachers finding their passion to continue learning and then sharing their passion with other educators through leading discussions or just being open to share with others. We can all lead when we feel confidence, just like our Ss. #sdedchat
Hello, #sdedchat, Mark here, elementary principal in Hopkins, MN, your neighbor to the east. I'm an honorary South Dakotan having married into a family from Britton, South Dakota!
I'd define it was a teacher who is willing to take risks in teaching, willing to lead others, willing to build a positive culture, and willing to help others...and SO many other things! #sdedchat
Hi @mrstbauerly "Catcher" was the first book that made me realize the books I was being "forced" to read in school were actually really cool. #sdedchat
A1: Teacher leadership happens when teachers take a lead role in thought, creativity, development, mentorship inside and outside of a classroom. Bottom up rather than top down. Similar approach to a student led classroom. #sdedchat
An example of a definition of Teacher Leadership: York-Barr @ Duke, 2004, p. 287 from the NNSTOY Teacher Leader Model Standards presentation. https://t.co/RDADTp4P2S#sdedchat
A1: someone who can relate to both admin and other Tt and communicate needs, wants, etc., to both sides. Who is generally liked and respected by all, who doesnāt gossip, sees solutions rather than problems, who keeps groups focused and gets stuff done by delegating. #sdedchat
Q2 What is your experience with Teacher Leadership? Have you heard of it before? Had any Professional Development about it? Modeled it? Benefited from it? #sdedchat
Q2 What is your experience with Teacher Leadership? Have you heard of it before? Had any Professional Development about it? Modeled it? Benefited from it? #sdedchat
A2: Haven't had any PD on leadership, but definitely been thrown into many positions where I had to quickly assert myself as a leader. It's an uncomfortable position at first - not everyone likes to respond positively to those in leadership. #sdedchat
A2: I had not really heard of Teacher Leadership until I attended #ECET2SD . I think I have benefited from Teacher Leadership by attending EdCamps #sdedchat
Oh, me, too for sure!! Especially this time of year. One thing that helps me a lot are these Twitter chats. Most teachers who are on Twitter are here to learn, which naturally leads to #positivity#sdedchat
Q2 What is your experience with Teacher Leadership? Have you heard of it before? Had any Professional Development about it? Modeled it? Benefited from it? #sdedchat
I've been lucky enough to lead professional development in my district. I guess I've also been a part of it with my admin internship this year. #sdedchat
Q2 What is your experience with Teacher Leadership? Have you heard of it before? Had any Professional Development about it? Modeled it? Benefited from it? #sdedchat
Megan, that was my experience too! People who don't want to do that work & don't like admin also don't support/encourage teachers who step into leadership roles or try to help others.. gotta change that culture to be one where we build each other up instead of tear down #sdedchat
A2: No experience in āteacher leadershipā by the name, but I feel I have been in plenty of leadership positions as an educator by being a mentor, through edcamps, and being a leader in different areas. #sdedchat
A2: My first time seeing "Teacher Leadership" was probably as a master's degree focus. I try to model it, but honestly the biggest challenge is realizing the innovation I try in my own classroom might be worthwhile to others (and then having the courage to share it). #sdedchat
A2: I never heard of it either, until #ECET2SD but I know that I have always had people who exhibit being a teacher leader - people gravitate toward them! Of course, I've also had people who were the opposite. #sdedchat
A2) We have grade level leaders who organize meetings, informal/formally mentor, resources providers. PAC - Principals Advisory Committee. There should be more PD in this area. #sdedchat
A2: No experience in āteacher leadershipā by the name, but I feel I have been in plenty of leadership positions as an educator by being a mentor, through edcamps, and being a leader in different areas. #sdedchat
A2: I've never really had prof dev about teacher leadership, but I've seen the need over the years and finally realized I could learn so much from other teachers and decided to find ways to facilitate more of that #sdedchat
I think this is a big barrier we have to overcome as educators. We are so humble to a fault almost. We need to get comfy sharing, because that is learning. We are not bragging or boastful, we are helping others learn. #sdedchat
A2: My first time seeing "Teacher Leadership" was probably as a master's degree focus. I try to model it, but honestly the biggest challenge is realizing the innovation I try in my own classroom might be worthwhile to others (and then having the courage to share it). #sdedchat
A2: I've been trying hard to be a teacher leader this year on my own - trying to build culture in my school, without any guidance. It's hard to overcome resistance, but I am trying to be a leader! #sdedchat
Shoutout to my #122edchat peeps who bring so much positivity and recruit their tweeps to support us heere! I Saw people from MN, PA, CA, SD, & IL so far tonight-- WOW! #sdedchat
I feel we learn more from each other because weāre all in the same shoes and on a level playing field. Weāve all ābeen there, done thatā and can help each other in a different way. #sdedchat
I don't have a lot of questions, but I guess I am concerned about it. How do you become a leader and suggest change without your admin becoming angry? #sdedchat
A3: I wonder how we can do a better job of including Teacher Leadership information and models in our pre-service programs at universities... #sdedchat
A2: Being a teacher leader means stepping up to the plate when there is a need and following through. When you lead, you help others grow, but you also grow yourself. I have learned the most when I was in leadership positions. #sdedchat
It's much harder to teach adults. But if you are a great classroom teacher, I think most staff will believe in your leadership. Those that don't, keep encouraging them! #culturize#sdedchat
Ooooooh... this is a good question. I think you would want to make sure that you were advocating for change in a productive way- do you have a Building Leadership Team or other group? Presenting information and asking questions is always a great way to start a convo #sdedchat
I don't have a lot of questions, but I guess I am concerned about it. How do you become a leader and suggest change without your admin becoming angry? #sdedchat
Ooooooh... this is a good question. I think you would want to make sure that you were advocating for change in a productive way- do you have a Building Leadership Team or other group? Presenting information and asking questions is always a great way to start a convo #sdedchat
I don't have a lot of questions, but I guess I am concerned about it. How do you become a leader and suggest change without your admin becoming angry? #sdedchat
A2: Teacher leadership to me is allowing the experts in your district to share their expertise with each other. We are fortunate to be able to teach the sessions at an In-Service each year. #IHMarchMadness#Sdedchat
A3: How do you encourage teachers to take more of a leadership position in their school instead of just going with the flow and getting by? Everyone has something to offer. #sdedchat
Ooooooh... this is a good question. I think you would want to make sure that you were advocating for change in a productive way- do you have a Building Leadership Team or other group? Presenting information and asking questions is always a great way to start a convo #sdedchat
I don't have a lot of questions, but I guess I am concerned about it. How do you become a leader and suggest change without your admin becoming angry? #sdedchat
From my experience, it is important to never make assumptions. Identify that time teaching means you have some great experiences and ideas to share. With tech finding what to compare it to & how it may streamline or improve past tasks helps too #sdedchat
I would say, model the change yourself. Encourage others to try the new techniques that you are modeling. Invite the admin to observe a class and talk to them about what you are doing. Others will become curious, and then you have a domino effect. #sdedchat
Encourage others to teach others...perhaps at a PD session if a district allows? I try to refer staff to other staff that "know" more than I do! #sdedchat
A3: How do you encourage teachers to take more of a leadership position in their school instead of just going with the flow and getting by? Everyone has something to offer. #sdedchat
A3: How often do you try something before you're convinced it's a good idea?
Who do you share with first when something really clicks? Most trusted colleagues? Grade-level teams? Administrators? The Twittershphere?
#sdedchat
I wonder how many districts have days where staff can provide the professional development in areas they are experts in? #sdedchat
We do that in February and we get to choose what sessions to sign up for!
A2: Teacher leadership to me is allowing the experts in your district to share their expertise with each other. We are fortunate to be able to teach the sessions at an In-Service each year. #IHMarchMadness#Sdedchat
A3: How often do you try something before you're convinced it's a good idea?
Who do you share with first when something really clicks? Most trusted colleagues? Grade-level teams? Administrators? The Twittershphere?
#sdedchat
Q4 Do you think your school culture & structure currently supports the idea of Teacher Leadership? If so, what makes that possible? If not, what needs to change to make that happen? #sdedchat
I was actually put in this position early in my career and didn't deal with it very well. The advice I would give is go in with the attitude that you will be working alongside your colleagues, not above them. The really great leaders don't lead from above #sdedchat
Great ques. It is not for all. Some may not want to do it. That is okay. We start small - maybe a small book study group. Hopefully they see/learn the benefits and tell others. You do not need a 100 buy in to try something. #sdedchat
I think presenting the benefits to them as administrators. At #ECET2SD we talked about how much has been piled on admin plates. Acknowledging & encouraging teacher leaders helps take some of the work/stress from the admin I think #sdedchat
A4: I think my building culture is more accepting of Teacher Leadership than in the past. I think that is possible because admin & teachers want to learn from each other & we all want to do our best to provide safe & productive learning environment for Ss #sdedchat
A4: Our school culture absolutely supports teacher leadership, as our administration is always encouraging teachers to take on leadership roles. Grateful for so much support from @Simmonsknights1. #sdedchat
Iāve found just reaching out to my whole staff in general allows anyone to come to me individually if they want to talk or if they want help. Iāve had more success with my peers that are older than me this way. #sdedchat
Always a tough one for me! I honestly try to ignore it! I've had staff make comments to me while I've been teaching a PD session. I know there will always be "haters" but a majority of people want to learn. I try to always focus on those teachers! #sdedchat
A4: I feel like this method of leadership would fit well in the @simmonsknights1 community. Teachers from our building have many creative ideas and are freely sharing their discoveries across grade levels and teams. #sdedchat
Q4 Do you think your school culture & structure currently supports the idea of Teacher Leadership? If so, what makes that possible? If not, what needs to change to make that happen? #sdedchat
I do the same. I try to be observant of where others are strongest and encourage them to branch out and share their strengths. Iāll also guide others to them if I know they need their strength. #sdedchat
Q4 Do you think your school culture & structure currently supports the idea of Teacher Leadership? If so, what makes that possible? If not, what needs to change to make that happen? #sdedchat
A4: Our district has an April In- Service each year where they ask for teachers to present and share. It is an awesome opportunity. We also get to evaluate and write comments to encourage future events. #IHMarchMadness#sdedchat
I am lucky enough to have a group of teachers to bounce ideas off of! We teach different subjects but it's fun to just share ideas! I rarely share with anyone else... #sdedchat
A3: How often do you try something before you're convinced it's a good idea?
Who do you share with first when something really clicks? Most trusted colleagues? Grade-level teams? Administrators? The Twittershphere?
#sdedchat
I wonder how many districts have days where staff can provide the professional development in areas they are experts in? #sdedchat
We do that in February and we get to choose what sessions to sign up for!
A2: Teacher leadership to me is allowing the experts in your district to share their expertise with each other. We are fortunate to be able to teach the sessions at an In-Service each year. #IHMarchMadness#Sdedchat
A4) I think with the current climate in education - there is so much on everyone's plate and nothing gets taken away. It is hard to do another thing. #sdedchathttps://t.co/K60U6Qf9tA
Q4 Do you think your school culture & structure currently supports the idea of Teacher Leadership? If so, what makes that possible? If not, what needs to change to make that happen? #sdedchat
You know what else is awesome about #sdedchat ? All the positive messages being shared, the great things already happening, and the growth mindset. I love my Twitter fam <3
Yes! I try to share teacher strengths with my admin. I have had admin that run with it and find ways to help staff grow as leaders and admin that doesnāt seem phased with it. #sdedchat
A4: I do think my current school culture supports teacher leaders. However, I see the same people in multiple leadership roles. It would be nice to spread it around a bit. #sdedchat
A4: Our school culture absolutely supports teacher leadership, as our administration is always encouraging teachers to take on leadership roles. Grateful for so much support from @Simmonsknights1. #sdedchat
A Laptop Academy, I love this idea. Could you share more? We are going 1:1 next year 6th-8th grade and all MS teachers got laptops this year. @lyondon2 - sounds like a great idea #sdedchat
I wonder how many districts have days where staff can provide the professional development in areas they are experts in? #sdedchat
We do that in February and we get to choose what sessions to sign up for!
A2: Teacher leadership to me is allowing the experts in your district to share their expertise with each other. We are fortunate to be able to teach the sessions at an In-Service each year. #IHMarchMadness#Sdedchat
A4: Our district has an April In- Service each year where they ask for teachers to present and share. It is an awesome opportunity. We also get to evaluate and write comments to encourage future events. #IHMarchMadness#sdedchat
I wonder how many districts have days where staff can provide the professional development in areas they are experts in? #sdedchat
We do that in February and we get to choose what sessions to sign up for!
A2: Teacher leadership to me is allowing the experts in your district to share their expertise with each other. We are fortunate to be able to teach the sessions at an In-Service each year. #IHMarchMadness#Sdedchat
Thatās awesome. We have our edcamp that our district gets behind and supports. Weāve also had tech trainings that follow an edcamp model where we chose what we need to learn instead of being dictated. #sdedchat
Q4: Yes, our school has a great culture of innovation. I think daily team meetings, a culture of sharing on Twitter, and a failure-safe environment are all big parts. #sdedchat
A Laptop Academy, I love this idea. Could you share more? We are going 1:1 next year 6th-8th grade and all MS teachers got laptops this year. @lyondon2 - sounds like a great idea #sdedchat
I wonder how many districts have days where staff can provide the professional development in areas they are experts in? #sdedchat
We do that in February and we get to choose what sessions to sign up for!
A2: Teacher leadership to me is allowing the experts in your district to share their expertise with each other. We are fortunate to be able to teach the sessions at an In-Service each year. #IHMarchMadness#Sdedchat
A4: In the past, our school culture has completely supported this. Weāve recently had a TON of staff and admin changes in our building and things are still trying to get situated again. #sdedchat
This is something I have noticed as well. I am a teacher nerd and I have a lot of time that I can commit to leadership roles. Some people don't view this positively but they also aren't willing to take on these roles. #sdedchat
A4: I do think my current school culture supports teacher leaders. However, I see the same people in multiple leadership roles. It would be nice to spread it around a bit. #sdedchat
A5: With more teachers taking on leadership positions, students are being exposed to positive modeling experiences. Other Ts might respond better to those in leadership because they're at the same "level." #sdedchat
A5: I think Ts sharing about & helping others would model to Ss how important learning is and that it is a lifelong skill. Ts would have access to more PD, training & support which would hopefully improve instruction #sdedchat
A5: More teachers being leaders would positively impact student in ALL the ways! Progress comes from leaders seeing a need and working to find ways to improve it. What school wouldn't benefit from that? #sdedchat
I think the more teacher leaders would dramatically change the school environment, which would then impact how the students feel about coming to school. #sdedchat
I think there would be more leaders being champions for kids. Those teacher leaders would be making more decisions that would benefit the students in the building #sdedchat
A5: Teachers are able to focus on specific strengths and that helps with our confidence. Having confidence in our abilities and continuing to be a lifelong learner are both fabulous things to model to our students! #sdedchat
a4: In some areas, yes. Especially in the area of self-created leaders. I can go to admin and propose something and they will do whatever it takes to help me make it happen. #sdedchat
Data doesn't solve everything, but once or twice when I've wanted to try something significantly different, I've deliberately kept an excess amount of data of how it worked -- anything I could find -- so I'd be prepared to prove why it works. #sdedchat
A5) Positive culture happens from within the organization - cannot be sustained top down. Also individuals are less likely to tear down a culture they help to build. T will see themselves as a "school" teacher vs. "classroom" teacher. Parphrased from Couros. #sdedchat
A5) Positive culture happens from within the organization - cannot be sustained top down. Also individuals are less likely to tear down a culture they help to build. T will see themselves as a "school" teacher vs. "classroom" teacher. Parphrased from Couros. #sdedchat
Q5: Kids notice innovation. When they see that you, and their teachers generally, try new things, they're more likely to ask to try new things, and then they're more likely to take ownership of their learning. #sdedchat
Yes!! I definitely agree with this too. I think it leads back to that thought of providing more PD on teacher leadership & creating that supportive culture where people feel safe enough to step in and try it out. #sdedchat
A5: We grow exponentially when we lead, just like students grow when they teach. When we have lots of different people leading, there is more growth and the school thrives. #sdedchat
A3: I think if we show teachers the benefits of becoming a leader. I feel empowered to make changes that I need. It boots your work ethic and enthusiasm when you own something. You have a say in how things are done and know whatās going on. #sdedchat
A6: I think my current strongest domain is 3: promoting professional learning for continuous improvement. I have been offering PD classes for credit and led a book study for @EdSDAMLE#sdedchat
A6: I think my strongest domain is #1 - I try my best to make my classroom a collaborative environment where both Ts and Ss can learn from each other. #sdedchat
So many of us are perfectionists and donāt want to be shot down, especially with something we are passionate about. Feeling safe is a big part of being successful as a teacher leader. #sdedchat
A6: Promoting Professional Learning for Continuous Improvement. If we can count what we get to do each night on Twitter and with #122edchat, we are making progress. Development of a strong #PLN has benefited our staff and students alike. #sdedchat
A6: I feel itās probably 3. I feel passionate about a number of those topics, but 3 is where I find myself most with edcamp and being a tech leader. #sdedchat
A6) The fact that we are all choosing different domains tells us that one person cannot do this alone. We need others - other individuals who are different than us. Others who will help the organization evolve and grow. #sdedchat
A6: I definitely think I'm best at #1, but I'd love to improve at #2 - research is so underutilized, especially action research - that's why I love the idea of the #heinemannfellows program #sdedchat
A5: When we have a bunch of leaders, we have a lot of ideas. Each Tt brings his or her own interests, point of view, strengths, experience, etc. When we tap into these from a variety of people, we have multiple perspectives. Also the same people arenāt worn down. #sdedchat
A7: We are currently working on improving #7, family outreach, as a building. I have made at least one positive parent contact each week since the start of the year, but I can always improve. #sdedchat
A7: I think my current weakest domain is 5: Promoting the use of assessments & data for improvement. I struggle with creating assessments, using them consistently, and promptly reviewing data to inform instruction. #sdedchat
I'm the same way - I see the incredible value of data, but I'm better at using assessments I do with my student in class than national or state data #sdedchat
A7: #6. Chats are great, if you are an educator, but what are we doing as leader to take those that are not in education with us? Trying to leverage the power of social media to share the @simmonsknights1 story. Would love for the Ss to take a role in this process. #sdedchat
I think I've got two that could use work - 5 and 6. I like data broken down, but am a big picture person, I also struggle with how to reach out to families the most. As for families, I feel like some don't want to be bothered. #sdedchat
I'm not great at doing it consistently, but I think if you can attach a data point to something -- any data point -- it at least shows you've put thought into it. Even just consciously writing down engagement numbers through the lesson.
A6: promoting ss learning. Iāve made such progress in the past few years, I am amazed! It helps to have a bunch of a dynamic group of teachers to collaborate with. We have the authentic kind of relationship where we give each other constructive and effect. feedback #sdedchat
A8: During conversations w/ staff talk about these domains. Choose a domain to work towards and set a goal, hold others accountable to their goals. Speak positively of our profession, take learning seriously, and be kind to others. #sdedchat
At the risk of repeating myself, we need to help more teachers connect to other teachers -this is really the best way to grow substantially as an educator #wishIdfiguredthisoutearlier#sdedchat
Yes, if we hadn't heard of it, how many others on our staff might not have! having them posted helps with accountability / changing the discussions! #sdedchat
A8: During conversations w/ staff talk about these domains. Choose a domain to work towards and set a goal, hold others accountable to their goals. Speak positively of our profession, take learning seriously, and be kind to others. #sdedchat
I can look through my Unit 1 pre-assessment data to find a term or idea that many Ss struggled with and create some learning opportunities for students to improve on that skill or topic. #sdedchat
Oh, my goodness. I know exactly what you mean. I still struggle with it, and I'm getting better at dealing with it most days, but it is toxic. I do try to avoid negativity when I can . . . #sdedchat
I can look at report card grades (end of quarter) and figure out something for my Ss to focus on for improvement since I go out on maternity leave shortly. #sdedchat
