#bcedchat Archive

This is an edchat for educators, primarily in British Columbia, Canada.

Sunday September 17, 2017
10:00 PM EDT

  • bcedchat Sep 17 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    @KennethHeadley and @CraigMah will be our co-moderators for tonight. #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Sep 17 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Please introduce yourself and include your subject, grade level and area of interest. #bcedchat.
  • bcedchat Sep 17 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #bcedchat. The topic today is Inclusion and anti-racism
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Excited to get going with #bcedchat
  • participatechat Sep 17 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #bcedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/ENI75nU1G6
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Who's joining tonight? #bcedchat
  • brynmw Sep 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Looking forward to extending my learning/understanding around supporting all my learners tonight. #bcedchat
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    #bcedchat Fred from Richmond, math mentor teacher, ed consultant. Loving inquiry + more
  • teachermrskhan Sep 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Hi everyone! Iram here, principal in Surrey. #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Welcome to #bcedchat Bryn! Great to have you here!
    In reply to @brynmw
  • tracyacramer Sep 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    I'm joining #BCEdChat
    In reply to @CraigMah
  • lizbellteacher Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Hi #bcedchat! Liz from SD43 HS Learning Services & Co-teaching. Looking forward to some big thinking tonight!
  • brynmw Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Me. Me. Me. (Just excited, sorry) #BCEdChat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Hello Iram! Welcome back! #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Hey Fred thanks for coming out tonight #BCEdChat
    In reply to @HarMath
  • Kmegan_gapinski Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Megan Gapinski, kindergarten teacher in IA #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Hi Liz! Welcome back to #bcedchat! Looking forward to hearing your #ignite43 in 2 weeks!
    In reply to @lizbellteacher
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us tonight on #BCEdChat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @CraigMah
  • mme_angelee Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    #bcedchat Angelee from NVan. Currently out of the classroom and studying in Toronto
  • adcoiner Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Hi #BCEdChat I am a college student in IA!
    In reply to @CraigMah
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Hello Megan! Thanks for joining #bcedchat tonight! Looking forward to hearing yoru thoughts on our topic!
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Hey Angelee, thanks for joining us tonight on #bcedchat
    In reply to @mme_angelee
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Ian from BCs rainy Shuswap - always look forward to interacting with #bcedchat peeps!
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Awesome, thanks for coming out tonight Alyson #BCEdChat
    In reply to @adcoiner, @CraigMah
  • lizbellteacher Sep 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Looking forward to yours - and our fellow #bcedchat tweeps! f2f learning!!
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Welcome Ian! #bcedchat Glad to have you here!
    In reply to @technolandy
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Hey Ian, thanks for coming out tonight on #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    my tweetdeck #bcedchat column seems really sluggish tonight? Others having trouble? Emmys?
  • RosePillay1 Sep 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Yes! #Emmys could affect our speed! #bcedchat
    In reply to @HarMath
  • perfinker Sep 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Hi everyone here on #bcedchat Gillian from soggy Surrey hoping to participate for a bit if you'll have me! It's good to be back.
  • CarrieAntoniazz Sep 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Hi #bcedchat! Carrie, 4/5 at l'école des Pionniers in Port Coquitlam. Dropping in but working on three things at once right now ;)
  • bcedchat Sep 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    We will be using the Q1, A1 format. Please label your responses and use the hashtag #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Hello Gillian! Nice to connect again! #bcedchat
    In reply to @perfinker
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Hey Carrie, thanks for coming out tonight #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz
  • MsVanBalkom Sep 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    I'm here too #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Thanks EVERYONE for joining tonight's important topic! Q1 is coming soon! #bcedchat
  • brynmw Sep 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Soggy? Vancouver looks like.....#bcedchat
    In reply to @perfinker
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Hey Michelle, Thanks for coming out tonight #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVanBalkom
  • ChristineYH Sep 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Eating tacos tonight. Thought to type/text at the same time. It's Christine from the Sunshine Coast. #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Q1: How comfortable do you feel talking about issues of racism in your classroom #bcedchat
  • perfinker Sep 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Yah! Like maybe yr awesome post for #imaginED? Can't wait to share it with #imaginativeEd crew. You will have to check it out #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Q1 is a Twitter Poll. It won't work with Tweetdeck...sorry! :) #bcedchat
  • brianrozinsky Sep 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Hi, #bcedchat. I'm Brian. I teach MS Ss Eng in CO. Tonight's topic merits attention, so I'm answering the door when opportunity knocks.
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    #bcedchat A1 We are very multicultural in Richmond so have always been comfortable with these topics. There are a lot of isms to utilize
  • OlwenCowan Sep 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Hi all, Olwen here from bold, beautiful Burnaby. Interested in too much to list. :-D #bcedchat
  • TinneyTroy Sep 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    #BCEdChat Principal of Operations at University HS in Waco, Texas.
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Hello Brian! Great to have you at #bcedchat
    In reply to @brianrozinsky
  • ohana_annie Sep 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Q1 #bcedchat considering students, family and community are living said racism..it is imperative we discuss and break down what is going on.
    In reply to @CraigMah
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Hello Olwen! Always great to have you spend your Sunday with us! #bcedchat
    In reply to @OlwenCowan
  • OlwenCowan Sep 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    That view! *whistles* #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @perfinker
  • CarrieAntoniazz Sep 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    haha yes that's one of the three things :) #imaginED #bcedchat
    In reply to @perfinker
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Hey Troy, Thanks for coming out #bcedchat
    In reply to @TinneyTroy
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us Annie #BCEdChat
    In reply to @ohana_annie, @CraigMah
  • ChristineYH Sep 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Good Grief. Back to my phone. #bcedchat #firstworldproblems
  • teachermrskhan Sep 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Even if we are uncomfortable! #bcedchat
    In reply to @ohana_annie, @CraigMah
  • TinneyTroy Sep 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    #BCEdChat 74 percent Hispanic and 22 percent African American in my school. We need to be comfortable!
  • lizbellteacher Sep 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1. In SS last year we had a section we called "Canada - SIGH" followed by a shoulder slump where we talked about discrimination. #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Thanks Troy! Interested to hear what actions Ts do to make it comfortable. #bcedchat
    In reply to @TinneyTroy
  • Jaibyrd123 Sep 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Jenn from @ESCRegion11 in TX #bcedchat
  • OlwenCowan Sep 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1: My community is very diverse. To not talk about racism is dangerous. End of story. #bcedchat
  • brynmw Sep 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    It's important to be able to listen/support all our learners to have a safe learning environment. Racism conversations are needed #bcedchat
    In reply to @ohana_annie, @CraigMah
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Hey Jen, thank you for joining us tonight on #BCEdChat
    In reply to @Jaibyrd123, @ESCRegion11
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Interested to hear how you approach discussions with Ss. #bcedchat
    In reply to @OlwenCowan
  • ohana_annie Sep 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    #bcedchat I would suggest that no matter the #s breaking through segregation of racial constructs is key . Even term "white" is limiting.
  • _MrsBarb Sep 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Hello! Christa from SD35. :) Secondary Social Studies Teacher. #bcedchat
  • lizbellteacher Sep 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1. We also talked about the diversity in our classroom and school. There are 10 different mother languages in my Math class! #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Q2 is on the way from @KennethHeadley! #bcedchat
  • mme_angelee Sep 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    #bcedchat A1: wondering if/how these conversations are taking place in a primary classroom? I don’t recall it ever coming up for me
  • ChristineYH Sep 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Killer first question. I don't think I've ever discussed race in my class but it's something I've dealt w/ personally all my life. #bcedchat
  • Jaibyrd123 Sep 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1: comfort level directly correlated to intent. If Ss, Ts, Ps believe we have pure intent, we can address almost any content #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Here is the poll in case you missed it! #bcedchat
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Hey Christa- thank you for coming out tonight on #BCEdChat
    In reply to @_MrsBarb
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    Talking can expose our blindspots: Ex "history says", "__ discovered..." but others might have discovered it a long time before #bcedchat
    In reply to @OlwenCowan
  • EduGladiators Sep 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    👩‍🏫Join #EduGladiators SATURDAY as we chat - Developing Teacher Leaders! #Prinleaderchat #txeduchat #oklead #bcedchat #caedchat #oredchat
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    It's important to look back and learn from our history or else we will continue to repeat them and "honour" past .... sighs. #bcedchat
    In reply to @lizbellteacher
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    Here is Question 2 #bcedchat
  • montessorimice Sep 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    Hi #bcedchat - Im visiting from Coquitlam BC where the rain has recently subsided and there is a tiny peek-a-boo of sunshine on the horrizon
    In reply to @CraigMah
  • TinneyTroy Sep 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    #bcedchat When Ts commit to all Ss being successful, race is no longer part of the conversation.
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    Can any primary Ts share dieas with @mme_angelee? #bcedchat
  • _MrsBarb Sep 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    Thanks for hosting such an important discussion. #bcedchat
    In reply to @KennethHeadley
  • adcoiner Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    I feel comfortable talking about it to my class, not very comfortable yet because I have never had to talk about it! #bcedchat
    In reply to @CraigMah
  • ohana_annie Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    #bcedchat for myself..i fold it into culture of peace classroom norms that students build. discussions need not be predicated on negative.
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Never came up for me either Angelee #BCEdChat
    In reply to @mme_angelee
  • Shannon_M1 Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Shannon from Salmon Arm enjoying your topic & answers ... always #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Hello Kelsey! Glad that you can join! Looking forward to hearing you at #ignite43! #bcedchat
    In reply to @montessorimice
  • brynmw Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    And when we open the conversation, we change the hidden curriculum that hurts and prevents real learning. #bcedchat
    In reply to @HarMath, @OlwenCowan
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A1 and I grew up in a community with so much misunderstandings between people (and some things kept in the dark: res schools) #bcedchat
  • OlwenCowan Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Important to expose all of our blindspots - children and adults #bcedchat
    In reply to @HarMath
  • ChristineYH Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A2. Another tough question #bcedchat. I definitely honour culture and cultural values by acknowledging comments made buy students. #bcedchat
  • TinneyTroy Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    #bcedchat A2: When all Ss are allowed to have a voice in the classroom, they know they are valued and honored.
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    Hello Shannon! Thanks for joining tonight! #bcedchat
    In reply to @Shannon_M1
  • adcoiner Sep 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    I agree!! #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    Great point! #bcedchat What do we mean when we tell another we like their accent? Skin colour doesn't denote culture, background et al
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • OlwenCowan Sep 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT
  • perfinker Sep 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A2 I think honouring = our actions, the language we use, the stories shared, time spent really listening & learning about others #bcedchat
  • teachermrskhan Sep 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A2 1) get their names right 2) get lit. resources with characters that look like them 3) let them share their story if they want. #bcedchat
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A2-I start off with with a History of ME (YOU) project where I ask my students to share their historical backgrounds with everyone #bcedchat
  • OlwenCowan Sep 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    Yay! Kelsey! #bcedchat
    In reply to @CraigMah, @montessorimice
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    Interesting. Can you expand for folks not familiar with residential schools? #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy
  • ohana_annie Sep 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    #bcedchat q2 .students must see themselves in curriculum. Empowerment through positive ex built from own lived experiences
  • lizbellteacher Sep 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    Thanks Olwen! Adding this to my reading list! #BCedChat
  • perfinker Sep 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    My daughter said the other night "grampa doesn't talk with an accent! He just talks!" Yep. #bcedchat
    In reply to @HarMath, @ChristineYH
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A2 I try to have posters & displays that represent a cultural mosaic (ie posters with people from diverse crosssection of faces)#bcedchat
  • OlwenCowan Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2: Allowing time and space. Reminding them constantly that they write their own narrative - no one can take that away from them #bcedchat
  • brynmw Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2: its always about connecting to individuals, not classes/races. In our open house, I've written Welcome in every home language #bcedchat
  • MsVanBalkom Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Q2: I honour languages and traditions. also am open about my own gaps in knowledge of many cultures & my eagerness to learn more #bcedchat
  • ohana_annie Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    #bcedchat q2.... research is sign if respect and recognition...as are questions....studies based in inquiry and curiosity equal recognition.
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    #bcedchat A2: Love showing Ss why we have a Hindu-Arabic Base 10 Number system. Most have no idea how diverse 'western culture' can be
  • perfinker Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Yep. Worth reading Charles Bingham's work (@sfueducation prof) on #recognition #bcedchat
    In reply to @ohana_annie, @sfueducation
  • OlwenCowan Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    YASSSSSSS! Get their names right! #bcedchat
    • teachermrskhan Sep 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT
      A2 1) get their names right 2) get lit. resources with characters that look like them 3) let them share their story if they want. #bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2: By honouring all differences: race, gender, ability, age, language, economic status + letting Ss share what makes them special #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2 I teach little people so not a lot of convos. we must honour all by taking the time to listen & build relationships equally #bcedchat
  • TinneyTroy Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    #BCedchat Relationship and engagement trump accent and skin color. Those things are facts and not determinants about anyone in the room.
    In reply to @HarMath, @ChristineYH
  • brianrozinsky Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2 Places to start: Listen to what's said & not. Observe what's revealed & not. Ask Qs from genuine curiosity. Learn. Celebrate. #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Thanks for sharing Michelle! #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVanBalkom
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    One of the darker secrets - schools set up to teach "a" way to our aboriginal students - without family consent or visits #bcedchat
    In reply to @CraigMah
  • perfinker Sep 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    totally agree Michelle--we have to be open about our limited knowledge #bcedchat Matters more, I think, that we desire to know more
    In reply to @MsVanBalkom
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    Q3 is on the way! #bcedchat
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    I love this- ask questions #bcedchat
    In reply to @brianrozinsky
  • lizbellteacher Sep 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    We had this at Pinetree for the first days too! Happy posters near the entrances. We should do it again for Parent Night! #BCedChat
    • brynmw Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
      A2: its always about connecting to individuals, not classes/races. In our open house, I've written Welcome in every home language #bcedchat
  • _MrsBarb Sep 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    It's about developing relationships and really getting to know one's students. #bcedchat
  • perfinker Sep 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    I'm with you Brian #bcedchat
    In reply to @brianrozinsky
  • ohana_annie Sep 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    #bcedchat a2... opening day question.....define yourself however you'd like... answers are always positive and set good time to class
  • Jaibyrd123 Sep 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2: allow Ss voice to be heard and honor their perspectives. #bcedchat
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Here is Question 3 #bcedchat
  • tracyacramer Sep 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    I always tell my littles that their name is the most beautiful word they need to spell. We practice capitals and others names #bcedchat
    In reply to @OlwenCowan
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Relationships covers all boundaries! #bcedchat
    In reply to @_MrsBarb
  • Kmegan_gapinski Sep 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2 Def getting names right, lit choices #bcedchat
  • TinneyTroy Sep 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Taking time to properly say a name lets the other person know you are open to learning about them. #BCedchat
    In reply to @OlwenCowan
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Hurt that I didn't know much about them (& the families of friends I grew up w who attended them) until last one closed...in 1996 #bcedchat
    In reply to @CraigMah
  • tracyacramer Sep 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Great mind think alike. That was my answer as well #BCEdChat
    In reply to @_MrsBarb
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Yes! First Peoples Principles is a great access point to these discussions #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsFPR
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    #bcedchat We Ts communicate so much with our openness, curiosity to learn, Ss open to our openness.
    • MsVanBalkom Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
      Q2: I honour languages and traditions. also am open about my own gaps in knowledge of many cultures & my eagerness to learn more #bcedchat
  • brynmw Sep 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    For me, that brings up the pain I feel when my students change their beautiful names to 'western names'. #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @OlwenCowan
  • _MrsBarb Sep 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Yup! And when I taught English, I ensured I incorporated a variety of authors. Diverse backgrounds/experiences. #bcedchat
    In reply to @CraigMah
  • brianrozinsky Sep 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    And I'm with you, Gillian, since championing inclusion & countering racism often demands imaginative leaps of empathy. #bcedchat
    In reply to @perfinker
  • ChristineYH Sep 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A3. I believe I would deal with the situation as behaviour and embed empathy as a way to establish a shared understanding. #bcedchat
  • Jaibyrd123 Sep 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Yes!!!! Care enough to learn the name they were given. When in doubt, ask! #bcedchat
    • TinneyTroy Sep 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
      Taking time to properly say a name lets the other person know you are open to learning about them. #BCedchat
      In reply to @OlwenCowan
  • tracyacramer Sep 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    I know. This makes me so sad when they choose English names. We should honour who they are and not change them. #BCEdChat
    In reply to @brynmw, @OlwenCowan
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Still has a legacy in our school system: bus on day 1 picks up all children; how to act in school (hats, dress codes); one answer #bcedchat
    In reply to @CraigMah
  • ohana_annie Sep 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    #bcedchat a3. Instead of negative punitive measures.focus on restorative justice & breakdown of situation.why discrim was chosen action
  • TinneyTroy Sep 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    #bcedchat A3: Do not prejudge others as you do not want to be prejudged yourself. Be bold by being open.
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    and we'll be covering resources in a little bit! #bcedchat
    In reply to @_MrsBarb
  • lizbellteacher Sep 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Had a convo w/ friend who remembers kids arriving in her elem school, knowing they were different & sad, but not knowing why. #bcedchat
    • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
      Hurt that I didn't know much about them (& the families of friends I grew up w who attended them) until last one closed...in 1996 #bcedchat
      In reply to @CraigMah
  • brynmw Sep 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Such an awful hidden truth that needs to light shined in it for healing. #bcedchat
    • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
      Hurt that I didn't know much about them (& the families of friends I grew up w who attended them) until last one closed...in 1996 #bcedchat
      In reply to @CraigMah
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    A3- I get asked all the time by other teachers to deal with it- I would prefer those teachers to deal and grow with it #BCEdChat
  • perfinker Sep 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    YES. No empathy without imagination! #bcedchat https://t.co/ldYaFUhwSC
    In reply to @brianrozinsky
  • CarrieAntoniazz Sep 17 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    A3: No. I feel like I spend more time dealing w/ Ss being made fun of or bullied for their learning abilities instead of race #bcedchat
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    #bcedchat I also remember discussing these topics with you & others at ed camp. Think of when you personally have been discriminated against
  • brynmw Sep 17 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    I tried to triple like, but it's just a like, unlike, like, c'mon, @twitter. ..... #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @OlwenCowan, @Twitter
  • OlwenCowan Sep 17 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    A3: try to use a model of restitution - allowing children to talk, think, feel. #bcedchat
  • teachermrskhan Sep 17 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A3 yes, have experienced in school w students & at me personally . Approach it with empathy, discuss our hearts and how it hurts. #bcedchat
  • teachermrskhan Sep 17 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    Yesss!! #bcedchat
    In reply to @KennethHeadley
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A3 I've dealt with a few Ss who made decisions on how they would act based on "who" they were interacting (white guy not popular) #bcedchat
  • perfinker Sep 17 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A4. Yes. And it was subtle. What to do? It takes relationships to be in place. For dialogue. Honesty. Hard conversations. #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    Q4: Do you feel prepared to deal with issues concerning racism in schools? #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    We hope you’re enjoying the chat tonight! Remember, we chat every Sunday at 7 pm PST! #bcedchat
  • brianrozinsky Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3 Thoughtless comments fueled by stereotypes. Call 'em out gently: "Did you really mean...?" Challenge 'just-joking' defense. #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    I've seen "relationships" come up a few times. Critical component to any conversation. #bcedchat
    In reply to @perfinker
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3- Ss use the "n-word" b/c of hip hop music and teachers will ask me to address it- it can be powerful coming from those teachers #BCEdChat
  • jfprovencher27 Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3 indeed, small little comments by other students that are affecting students but the majority of the time I have an open approac #bcedchat
  • MsVanBalkom Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Q3: usually in stereotypes and I find we need to make Ss see others as individuals so they see how misguided those stereotypes are #BCEdChat
  • Jaibyrd123 Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3: yes as a T and admin. Deal with it theough dialogue. #bcedchat
  • _MrsBarb Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3.Took student aside; had a frank/direct conversation. Remind them racism/sexism/ableism/homophobia/transphobia are unacceptable. #bcedchat
  • jfprovencher27 Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A4 hard conversation to have with student that lack diversity #bcedchat
  • lizbellteacher Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3. when S's of 1 race work together & not mix. Try to create mix groups while also recognizing S's need for same lang support #bcedchat
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Love this #BCEdChat
    In reply to @_MrsBarb
  • Kmegan_gapinski Sep 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    A3 microagression-yes;but by fam or staff who are,of course, well-intentioned;still stings & not sure if I always address the best #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Sep 17 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A4. No. #bcedchat But we're talking about relationships, respect & people. That's the underpinning of dealing w/ racism. #ventureforward
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    #bcedchat A4: Prepared? No Willing? Yes Open? Yes I'll learn, or shall I say, we'll learn as we go
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    It's the subtle actions that are hardest to catch: social isolationism (can't force friendships...) and words that do hurt #bcedchat
    In reply to @perfinker
  • mme_angelee Sep 17 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    #bcedchat A4: in short, no. But idealistically I hope my effort to cultivate a community of respect gets to the root before a problem arises
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Love this and working with you, it is awesome to see your influence on your students #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsFPR
  • brynmw Sep 17 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A4: again, about individuals. Racism doesn't start or end at our school's doors. Our responsibility to talk with our communities #bcedchat
  • _MrsBarb Sep 17 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    I address it head-on. Try to educate them about the power of the word and the historical/modern context. #bcedchat
    In reply to @KennethHeadley
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  • teachermrskhan Sep 17 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A4 Feel prepared to deal w racism w students, but with a parent or colleague it's very hard. Dealt with it, but still difficult. #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    I agree. Being direct can be best way to handle conversations. #bcedchat
    In reply to @_MrsBarb, @KennethHeadley
  • tracyacramer Sep 17 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    A4 You have to have relationships in place 1st There has 2B a sense of trust2have these conversations.They are hard&can be messy #bcedchat
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    A4 don't know if I'll ever be "prepared" but I'm prepared to be open honest objective and have a flexible mindset (open to change) #bcedchat
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    Iram oddly enough-have dealt with a lot of colleagues who felt as though they were not be racist! #blackfaceforhalloween #BCEdChat
    In reply to @teachermrskhan
  • OlwenCowan Sep 17 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A4: No. But I echo what has been stated before, important to build community, empathy, and places where we all feel heard and seen #bcedchat
  • brianrozinsky Sep 17 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A4 I'm channeling @MrAndersonELA whose recent blogging helps me see how the privileged hats I wear render me often unprepared. #bcedchat
  • ohana_annie Sep 17 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    #bcedchat Yes.. .but interesting to hear from teachers who are not. Not all have embodied knowledge & some lack systemic power dynamics.
  • brynmw Sep 17 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    That feeling that we require forced friendship is so difficult. We can't force play, but we can support respect. #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy, @perfinker
  • jfprovencher27 Sep 17 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    I think the approach is everything #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    Interesting. Dealing with Ss is one thing, dealing with adults require a different strategy? #bcedchat
    In reply to @teachermrskhan
  • _MrsBarb Sep 17 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    I agree. Feel like I can work w/ a student & help them understand. So difficult if it's coming from parent/colleague. #bcedchat
    In reply to @teachermrskhan
  • OlwenCowan Sep 17 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    um...blackface? On an educator? #bcedchat
    In reply to @KennethHeadley, @teachermrskhan
  • perfinker Sep 17 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    Yes. And when people dont even realize the racist nature of their beliefs or language.... Rascist? Not ME!!! #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    You would be suprised #bcedchat
    In reply to @OlwenCowan, @teachermrskhan
  • jfprovencher27 Sep 17 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    A4 you are never prepared enough, I think can you can only be yourself and share why it is not appropriate to be inclusive #bcedchat
  • lizbellteacher Sep 17 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    YES! Privilege is important to talk about with students (and colleagues). What are the blinders that we wear b/c of who we are? #bcedchat
  • brynmw Sep 17 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    Colleague conversations are probably the hardest. #bcedchat
    In reply to @_MrsBarb, @teachermrskhan
  • teachermrskhan Sep 17 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    Yes, that's why so difficult. Sometimes feel like a no win battle. Then the, "how dare you call me racist" feelings comes out. #bcedchat
    In reply to @KennethHeadley
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    #bcedchat This quote shows why I'd approach the topic from where each person has felt discrimination for whatever ism. Ask about feelings
    In reply to @_MrsBarb, @KennethHeadley
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    Saw a survey once about racism in a school: do you act racist 💯 no. Is one of your friends at school racist 💯 yes. #bcedchat
    In reply to @perfinker
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    and with adults, what approaches work best? #bcedchat
    In reply to @ohana_annie, @teachermrskhan
  • teachermrskhan Sep 17 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    Long way to go, the struggle is real! #bcedchat
    In reply to @KennethHeadley, @OlwenCowan
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    Q5 is sharing time! Watch for tweet from @KennethHeadley #bcedchat
  • Shannon_M1 Sep 17 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    A4: #bcedchat I would love more training re Ss & parents. IE sadly many parents unsure of the amount of Aborigibal content in new curric
    In reply to @CraigMah
  • jfprovencher27 Sep 17 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    Most students do not know what racism is.... If they don't understand what perspective is, they have a hard time with this #bcedchat
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  • mme_angelee Sep 17 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    Feelings stick. “I never want to feel that way again.” “I don’t want to to make someone feel that way person x made me feel” #bcedchat
    In reply to @HarMath, @_MrsBarb, @KennethHeadley
  • Jaibyrd123 Sep 17 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    A4: crucial conversations training has helped a lot. Learning to ensure everyone is safe and moving into dialogue #bcedchat
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    #bcedchat Aside: a new immigrant told me "Every day I thank God for blue sky." This August, in BC, I understood this truth.
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    Q5: Please share books and resources that you used to promote diversity in the classroom-Here is the link: https://t.co/VsRW3xpSIc #BCEdChat
  • Robcat17 Sep 17 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    Q2: Read black authors, have Asian heros, ask girls to share their lives. Ask, ask, ASK!!! Listen, listen, LISTEN!!! #bcedchat
  • Shannon_M1 Sep 17 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    Strong, diverse literature is the entry point & exposure tool along w empathetic dialog #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27
  • teachermrskhan Sep 17 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    I approach it bringing up students. Like, "Do u want your child or students to believe this? Is this ok? U are modelling 4 them!" #bcedchat
    In reply to @CraigMah, @ohana_annie
  • brianrozinsky Sep 17 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    Thought that just occurred: The more charged/fraught the topic, the more some structure/protocol might help facilitate dialogue. #bcedchat
    In reply to @Jaibyrd123
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    #bcedchat Aside pt 2: when I see visitors taking pictures of our veggie markets, it makes me pause & give thanks. These discussions do this
  • teachermrskhan Sep 17 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    It's shocking, I hear it about da abilities and race way more than I should. #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAntoniazz, @KennethHeadley
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    Thanks for sharing Rachel! #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsFPR, @KennethHeadley
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    And empathy is a learned process combined with an age (but not "a" age) seen great growth in some biased youth w patience&scare #bcedchat
    In reply to @mme_angelee, @HarMath, @_MrsBarb, @KennethHeadley
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    #bcedchat Diverse views open our eyes/understandings & build empathy to being human together. Ss after a 'planned famine' have new insights
  • Robcat17 Sep 17 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    #BCEdChat That's hilarious! "Do you act racist?" Did anyone answer "Yes" or "I don't know"? Might be the only honest answers!
    In reply to @technolandy, @perfinker
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    Is there a connection with the SEL work that many schools are doing? #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy, @mme_angelee, @HarMath, @_MrsBarb, @KennethHeadley
  • Jaibyrd123 Sep 17 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    Yes! Structure and clarity of expectations increases safety #bcedchat
    In reply to @brianrozinsky
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    #bcedchat Friere starting teaching illiterates by having them share their stories first & building from there.
    • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:38 PM EDT
      And empathy is a learned process combined with an age (but not "a" age) seen great growth in some biased youth w patience&scare #bcedchat
      In reply to @mme_angelee, @HarMath, @_MrsBarb, @KennethHeadley
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    Im a better person now than when I was 15 (even if intent was for comedy - as has been a lot of unintended racism) -#bcedchat
    In reply to @Robcat17, @perfinker
  • jfprovencher27 Sep 17 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    The problem we have now is that when someone disagrees with an idea they think its racist #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    Q6: What is your school/district doing to promote inclusivity and combat racism? #bcedchat
  • CarrieAntoniazz Sep 17 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    If I get really frustrated, I usually email them @tweetsomemoore's video after : https://t.co/plV4yhF9lL #bcedchat
    In reply to @teachermrskhan, @KennethHeadley, @tweetsomemoore
  • Kmegan_gapinski Sep 17 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    A4 think I would feel better prepared if I knew more colleagues were aware of their privileges& 'off hand' comments... #bcedchat
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    Interpretation is more important than Intention. Need broader awareness #bcedchat
    In reply to @Robcat17, @perfinker
  • OlwenCowan Sep 17 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    I hear more adults say it actually #bcedchat
    In reply to @montessorimice, @perfinker, @technolandy
  • _MrsBarb Sep 17 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    A5: This is a great site for resources. https://t.co/2NvXX5WSEY I've also used the Privilege Walk in my SJ12 classes. #bcedchat
  • jfprovencher27 Sep 17 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    Q6 interact club #bcedchat
  • Kmegan_gapinski Sep 17 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    A4b a more "unified front" to work together on such issues #bcedchat
  • jfprovencher27 Sep 17 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    Q6 I found that students away from hubs like Victoria and Vancouver, do not expose to this until they make a trip #bcedchat
  • Robcat17 Sep 17 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    Read House on Mango Street. Asked low reading 7th grade Hispanic girls what I was not understanding in the book. WOW! So much!!! #bcedchat
  • _MrsBarb Sep 17 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A6: Years ago, our district created anti-harassment curriculum addressing racism/sexism/homophobia/ableism etc... #bcedchat
  • OlwenCowan Sep 17 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A6: Burnaby believes in inclusive learning communities. Currently staff are signing up for "Walk for Reconciliation" next Sunday #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    Good point. Reflective of demographics and regional diversity. #bcedchat
    In reply to @jfprovencher27
  • CarrieAntoniazz Sep 17 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A6. That is a good question… I have no idea. In a new school so still getting to know it! #bcedchat
    In reply to @CraigMah
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    And certain anti-authoritarian crosses a lot of cultures (even then the n-word still should be avoided!) #bcedchat
    In reply to @KennethHeadley
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    And certain anti-authoritarian music crosses a lot of cultures (even then the n-word still should be avoided!) #bcedchat
    In reply to @KennethHeadley
  • _MrsBarb Sep 17 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A6: So proud of our district's support of the SOGI as well. #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Sep 17 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A6. We have policy. We have a strategic plan. We celebrate all. But staying silent is unacceptable. #bcedchat
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  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    Agreed #BCEdChat
    In reply to @technolandy
  • ohana_annie Sep 17 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    #bcedchat I would suggest sociometry of oppression makes them take on roles.explore multidimensional privilege, and multiple oppressions
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    You are so good at what you do #bcedchat
    In reply to @ohana_annie
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    #bcedchat Keypoint: Ss sharing 1st hand accounts of wars they faced=better than any Remembrance Day service. Some Ss need vicarious stories
    • jfprovencher27 Sep 17 @ 10:43 PM EDT
      Q6 I found that students away from hubs like Victoria and Vancouver, do not expose to this until they make a trip #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Sep 17 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    Inclusion. Diversity. We don't have to be the same to belong. #bcedchat
  • Shannon_M1 Sep 17 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    I agree. As well as exposure 2 things like Black History Month, Aboriginal Day (um why isn't that a month too ask our grd 4&5s?!) #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer
  • _MrsBarb Sep 17 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    A6: Our district has embraced Reconciliation. At my school, teachers will be participating in the blanket exercise on Oct 6th. #bcedchat
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    Though I secretly chuckle when I see middle class dance classes rebelling out to certain songs. imagining my youngest: F the po-po #bcedchat
    In reply to @KennethHeadley
  • ohana_annie Sep 17 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    #bcedchat a6. supporting social justice programs, innovative field studies, counter narrative curric to community based approaches to Ab ed
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    Q7 is on the way from @KennethHeadley #bcedchat
  • lizbellteacher Sep 17 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    LOVE the blanket exercise! Many sd43 schools have done it with T's and S's. CTA is promoting the Reconciliation Walk #bcedchat
    • _MrsBarb Sep 17 @ 10:47 PM EDT
      A6: Our district has embraced Reconciliation. At my school, teachers will be participating in the blanket exercise on Oct 6th. #bcedchat
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    Forgot hashtag: #bcedchat
    • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:48 PM EDT
      We found them in our own students who were refugees from conflict zones. Other Ss read their experiences to Ss at an assembly: powerful!!
      In reply to @jfprovencher27
  • teachermrskhan Sep 17 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    A6 can't peg 1 initiative, so much going on in Surrey. I do appreciate though @jordantinney acknowledging that we have work 2 do. #bcedchat
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    Authentic embracing of reconciliation is very different than saying "we believe in reconciliation" -changes all approaches w #bcedchat
    In reply to @_MrsBarb
  • trev_mackenzie Sep 17 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    Can't wait to be a part of the #AbbySchools @edtechteam Summit Oct21-22! Y'all should join us! #bcedchat #sd33 #sd34 #sd35 #sd36 #sd75
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  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    Here is Q7 #bcedchat
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    #bcedchat Just had the thought: couldn't we do this with racism stories? Ss write accounts 4 others to read. All know these are their peers
    • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:48 PM EDT
      We found them in our own students who were refugees from conflict zones. Other Ss read their experiences to Ss at an assembly: powerful!!
      In reply to @jfprovencher27
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    Get these names down #BCEdChat
    In reply to @MsFPR, @tweetsomemoore
  • ohana_annie Sep 17 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    #bcedchat a5. I highly recommend FREE SJ and abed bctf workshop. Amazing content from anti racism to lgbtq, enviro justice, poverty+ more.
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    Great conversations everyone! We've even added an extra question for you! #bcedchat
  • Jaibyrd123 Sep 17 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    #bcedchat
    In reply to @Kmegan_gapinski
  • teachermrskhan Sep 17 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A7 I would like educators to acknowledge their baggage. Need to deal with that before being effective in the classroom. #bcedchat
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    #bcedchat this last tweet is A7: talking with @KennethHeadley , swapping stories of where we faced racism created greater sensitivity
    • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:51 PM EDT
      #bcedchat Just had the thought: couldn't we do this with racism stories? Ss write accounts 4 others to read. All know these are their peers
      • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:48 PM EDT
        We found them in our own students who were refugees from conflict zones. Other Ss read their experiences to Ss at an assembly: powerful!!
        In reply to @jfprovencher27
  • ChristineYH Sep 17 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    A7. What I would like to see is not having racism as something to deal with because racism no longer exists. A non-issue. #bcedchat
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A7 in an era of personalized learning opportunities; seeing everyone is unique - because they are! #bcedchat
  • OlwenCowan Sep 17 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A7: more conversation, more thoughtful planning, more acceptance and awareness of privilege. JUST MORE. #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    Q8: How can you change your practice to better support students from diverse backgrounds? #bcedchat
  • JKwasnicki Sep 17 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A7- Using literature as an avenue in2 tough conversations is great (appreciate the GDoc) Would love to hear about other archives. #bcedchat
  • brianrozinsky Sep 17 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    A7 Heart-felt acknowledgments leading to sudden, lasting change, as opposed to defensiveness or denial. #bcedchat
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  • ohana_annie Sep 17 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    #bcedchat A7 True anti oppression work that moves to justice notcharity+ dismantling concept of race. All teacher ED should have these.
  • Jaibyrd123 Sep 17 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    A8: Continue to be willing to listen and to learn #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    Compiling a Google Doc of resources was @KennethHeadley idea! #bcedchat
    In reply to @JKwasnicki, @KennethHeadley
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  • lizbellteacher Sep 17 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    "Imagine all the people / living life in peace! / You might say I'm a dreamer / but I'm not the only one!" (John Lennon) #bcedchat
    • ChristineYH Sep 17 @ 10:53 PM EDT
      A7. What I would like to see is not having racism as something to deal with because racism no longer exists. A non-issue. #bcedchat
  • brianrozinsky Sep 17 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    A8 Incrementally and daily, one interaction at a time. #bcedchat
  • Robcat17 Sep 17 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    #bcedchat Q7: Men in elementary, women in high school, GLBT and people of color teaching and administrating everywhere.
    In reply to @KennethHeadley
  • teachermrskhan Sep 17 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    A8 acknowledge your privilege and your perspective. #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Sep 17 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    A8. Keep an open mind and be open to suggestions to adapt the curriculum and my pedagogy. Model what I want to see. #studentled #bcedchat
  • Shannon_M1 Sep 17 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    Elem Ss bettr listeners & often more empathetic than Ps w sometimes more fixed mindsets, so they "listen" 2 win the "discussion" #bcedchat
    In reply to @CraigMah, @teachermrskhan
  • Kmegan_gapinski Sep 17 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    A6 district wide training in Cultural Competency #bcedchat
  • jfprovencher27 Sep 17 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    A8 be inclusive, teach acceptance and how to react to differences #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    And this falls on us as educators to model what we want to see in our Ss. #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH
  • ohana_annie Sep 17 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    #bcedchat to not accept silence as an answer, to allow counternarrative, and to create safe spaces for dialogue as skill set.
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    A8- Lots of reading and integrating of cultural stories in the classroom also more push for mandatory Teacher ed class #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:57 PM EDT
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  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    A8 I try to focus on inclusive education aka "what would @tweetsomemoore do"https://t.co/68cR8xXlbw #bcedchat
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  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    Q9: If the events in Charlottesville happened during school year, how would you address it with your Ss in the following days? #bcedchat
  • Robcat17 Sep 17 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    Q8: That's the Big Q, isn't it? Where is my own racism and how do I eliminate (reduce or mitigate) it? #bcedchat
    In reply to @CraigMah
  • CraigMah - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    Importance of being a reflective practicioner. #bcedchat
    In reply to @Robcat17
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    In reply to @ChristineYH, @KennethHeadley
  • technolandy Sep 17 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    A9 I think it's important to ask Qs and listen; find out what info they have and then explore the "Whys" that come out from it #bcedchat
  • HarMath Sep 17 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    #bcedchat A9: Wow, saved the best for last! Think back to 9/11; (or Kennedy's death if you're old enough); what did you do? Will you change?
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Sep 17 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    A9- would try to talk about it as much as possible- the history, the people, try to give students a reason to why it was happening #bcedchat