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PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Alright, alright, alright! Time for #TXed I am Michael from Brenham. Take this time to say howdy and introduce yourself.

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Jessica, education consultant, from Central TX. #txed what's tonight's topic?

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Guess I should have added this gif #TXed https://t.co/Ysv52TIuff

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hope that everyone is ok after the flooding in many areas of Texas. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hi Jessica. We will be talking about PD and evaluations #TXed https://t.co/6vcD8VL1hh

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Jessica, education consultant, from Central TX. #txed what's tonight's topic?

oJaison Apr 20 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hey everyone! Jaison from Houston here. Admin, entrepreneur, tutor, who knows what else lol. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@oJaison Hey Jaison. Hope things are good with you after the bad weather. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hey guys!Kelley from Dallas. Ready for a great chat tonight! #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg hahaahah! love it! #txed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 9:37 PM EDT

yep I didn't have any problems. Really lucky to live in an area with good drainage. How about you? @PrincipalOgg #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Question 1 is coming up! #TXed

kgustin Apr 20 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#txed #educhat #misdtl21 https://t.co/7dtdhz6oWM

johnsamara Apr 20 @ 2:25 PM EDT

"Who dares to teach must never cease to learn." -John Cotton Dana

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 9:37 PM EDT

I'm Brian. I teach MS S's English in CO. That's right I'm not from TX, but (I hear) #TXed wants me anyway. (Tip of cap to Lyle Lovett.)

TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Q1: Who should be responsible for determining the PD needs of a campus, teachers or admin? Why? #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@oJaison same here. House was good and school was good. Still tough on a few folks. Thoughts and prayers for them. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Welcome Brian. We are glad you are here. #TXed https://t.co/CfT3HX2kSE

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 9:37 PM EDT

I'm Brian. I teach MS S's English in CO. That's right I'm not from TX, but (I hear) #TXed wants me anyway. (Tip of cap to Lyle Lovett.)

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1 I suspect this is better answered with both/and, rather than either/org. #TXed https://t.co/5BFgtHrRGg

TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Q1: Who should be responsible for determining the PD needs of a campus, teachers or admin? Why? #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:39 PM EDT

@brianrozinsky yep.you are correct Brian! :) Welcome! I am not originally from TX hahahahah! #txed

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 9:39 PM EDT

We're the friendly state a - come on over! @brianrozinsky #txed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: Admins should determine the PD needs of a campus with the input of teachers. #TXed

Amyturner74 Apr 20 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Amy, Elem. Dir. of Teaching and Learning from Southeast TX #TXed

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1 I think both. There needs to be campus goals/common language and personal goals #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:40 PM EDT

@Amyturner74 welcome Amy! :) #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1-I agree with Brian. Both play an important role. Great teachers improve their teaching craft and admin look for way to help #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1 more...plus offer a variety or menu. some need tech, some need content, etc. #txed

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@LiteraryFusions Makes sense. The more the twain shall meet (e.g., unifying vision, personal stakes), the better, in my book. #TXed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: While I think the admin should ultimately set the vision, I also think adequate time should be allocated for teacher exploration. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Howdy Amy. Glad you could join us. #TXed https://t.co/Zpj15li1k7

Amyturner74 Apr 20 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Amy, Elem. Dir. of Teaching and Learning from Southeast TX #TXed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: If PD is streamlined by the admin then everyone understands the vision and can then branch off on their own. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@oJaison well said Jason! I like the vision part! :) #txed

Amyturner74 Apr 20 @ 9:43 PM EDT

For PD needs, admin need to know their "who". Needs determined through walkthroughs, evals, and PLC's. #relevantPD #TXed

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1 a few campuses have hired us 4 campus PD to meet goals and the. Had us return periodically 4 coaching according to Ts goals #txed

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 9:43 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg Flipside: admin lead w/compelling vision & teachers rally around. Both conditions simultaneously possible, yet elusive. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:44 PM EDT

..and for us Teachers on twitter, we are good at supplementing our own pd and growing ourselves. #txed

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Yes - everyone needs to be going the same direction! @oJaison #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I just need to get more teachers on Twitter. #TXed #BISDconnect https://t.co/Bu5ssH34US

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:44 PM EDT

..and for us Teachers on twitter, we are good at supplementing our own pd and growing ourselves. #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Question 2 is coming up! #TXed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A1: It's important for different groups with common goals to convene regularly and examine needs. Grade levels, depts, feeders, etc. #TXed

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@LiteraryFusions @PrincipalOgg When teachers supplement their PD via Twitter, does that encourage the scattering effects of entropy? #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Vision and direction, helps lead what type of PD is need. Can also allow Ts flexibility in PD if they know the direction we are going #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q2: How can admin use teacher evaluations to help determine PD needs? #TXed

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Truth! I'm going to require my Baylor Ss to do a weekly Twitter chat this fall! @PrincipalOgg @KelleyJAndrews #txed

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 9:48 PM EDT

@oJaison Nice! Reflection & collaboration can reign in natural tendency to scatter. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:48 PM EDT

@LiteraryFusions @PrincipalOgg whoohoo! let us know how it goes! #txed

IvantheAggie Apr 20 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Ivan Reyes AP at Kemp High School. Good to be here with you guys!! #txed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: Depends on the way evals are conducted. How often, what kinds of info. Hopefully regularly done and used immediately. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT

@brianrozinsky @LiteraryFusions Think it depends on how much the vision is communicate to the staff. Communication is a key #TXed

IvantheAggie Apr 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2: eval data, if looked at holistically can reveal the bigger picture! Tough work, but can pay dividends #txed

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2 this will differ based on different admin - but I think more of what isn't written - do you see engagement? Modeling? Scaffolding? #txed

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews @LiteraryFusions @PrincipalOgg Therein lies fascinating tension: learning stretches us, shared purpose pulls us back? #TXed

IvantheAggie Apr 20 @ 9:51 PM EDT

@oJaison immediate feedback on campuses is key to building capacity!! #txed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A2: Create feedback systems aligned with school goals for specific, aligned suggestions and supports. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:52 PM EDT

@IvantheAggie Ivan! Glad you made it guy! :) #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Communication and goal setting. I have learned a lot this year that there must be a constant talk about pedagogy which includes eval. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A2 admin can see a need and steer pd. plus go by teacher reflections and desired growth #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Question 3 is coming up! #TXed

IvantheAggie Apr 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A2: trust is huge in this area. If your teachers trust you they are more willing to be vulnerable and let you in on what they need #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

@brianrozinsky @LiteraryFusions @PrincipalOgg I am feeling an educational analogy here.."learning and pd are like a rubber band..." #txed :)

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg Ideally, part & parcel of same process: eval+goal setting+prof learning+systemic needs feed supervisor/tchr partnership #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Q3: How teachers use their own evaluations to help determine his/her PD needs? #TXed

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Definitely! Back to changing mindsets from fixed to growth. Our schools haven't always been set this way. @IvantheAggie #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A3 In the goal setting portion...tech, pedagogy, growth, making connections, whatever it is! #txed

IvantheAggie Apr 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews we are human. Like it or not we run off emotions. People are always going to wait to see if you are trustworthy.#txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3. what did teachers do 30 years ago for pd? hahaha! #txed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3: Teachers can request further evaluations or observations throughout the year to make sure they're meeting district progress goals. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3-We need to help teachers develop growth mindset. Great teachers know what they need to work on. #TXed

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A3 admittedly my PDAS didn't always give me helpful information. I always interviewed the Ss and reflected on my own to choose my PD #txed

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 9:59 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews @LiteraryFusions @PrincipalOgg I *do* like analogies. Stretching-chuckle-to consider therapy bands' varying resistance #TXed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A3: Especially if your evaluations are tied to your pay, you should really pay attention & request adequate support to get your money #TXed

IvantheAggie Apr 20 @ 9:59 PM EDT

@LiteraryFusions I believe modeling growth and modeling what you preach is essential. You want good lessons you gotta create then too!#txed

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Do you have Ts who do this? @oJaison #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A3-I talk to my staff about how we are in the business of continuous learning. As long as students are learning, we are learning too #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:01 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg well said. :) #txed

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Love the word contagious! @PrincipalOgg #txed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 10:01 PM EDT

My teachers have pretty much complete autonomy and I don't do observations like that so there's no need @LiteraryFusions #TXed

Windham_EduSTEM Apr 20 @ 10:02 PM EDT

#TXed Agree...reflection on my own practices and own data drove my goals and actions moving forward. https://t.co/tpWFIp6v0q

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A3 admittedly my PDAS didn't always give me helpful information. I always interviewed the Ss and reflected on my own to choose my PD #txed

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 10:02 PM EDT

A3 I could eyeball my eval & pick a noted strength to cultivate or a struggle to ameliorate. 1/2 #TXed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 10:02 PM EDT

However I talk to students all the time and share their thoughts/suggestions with teachers informally @LiteraryFusions #TXed

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 10:02 PM EDT

A3 Then, connect to resources (stuff, people, etc.) that can support/accelerate my growth. Sounds like personalized learning, yes? 2/2 #TXed

Windham_EduSTEM Apr 20 @ 10:03 PM EDT

A1: Ts should determine needs of PD as they are on the frontlines, but Admin have a more global look, so both essentially. #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Question 4 is coming up! #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:04 PM EDT

I would agree. #TXed https://t.co/GuC4dMBSnd

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 10:02 PM EDT

A3 Then, connect to resources (stuff, people, etc.) that can support/accelerate my growth. Sounds like personalized learning, yes? 2/2 #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:04 PM EDT

@LiteraryFusions #txed https://t.co/TGveAfedFw

JChanter22 Apr 20 @ 10:01 PM EDT

@Vroom6 I was given some good advice earlier this year by @BrendaBudzar "Be contagious!" #ohedchat https://t.co/Fwp9T4Bb29

TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q4: How can we help teachers be more self-reflective when it comes to the need for professional development? #TXed

RYHTexas Apr 20 @ 10:05 PM EDT

.@NPR_ed will release a collection of “School Money" stories to reveal the imbalances in #schoolfinance: https://t.co/ktAC6yZVR5 #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:05 PM EDT

I am lucky that we have a very strong instructional coach @altonreading #TXed https://t.co/VWuVUnmMQG

Amyturner74 Apr 20 @ 10:01 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg A great way to support this is through instructional coaching. Real time, job-embedded PD.

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@Windham_EduSTEM I agree. I also frequently see dynamic of cats & cat herders -- since we're talking analogies. #TXed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 10:06 PM EDT

I know this is largely rhetorical but I think neighborhood schools help address this PD issue #TXed https://t.co/K0sHNPM1Ec

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3. what did teachers do 30 years ago for pd? hahaha! #txed

Windham_EduSTEM Apr 20 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A4: #TXed Require some type of reflection: video, diary, blog, vlog, notes on side of lesson plans, etc. Ask to see it. Be transparent.

oJaison Apr 20 @ 10:07 PM EDT

I think when you're teaching kids in the neighborhood you know it's easier to share relevant ideas with colleagues @KelleyJAndrews #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A4-We must encourage reflection. Help the teachers reflect back on their lessons or teaching #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:07 PM EDT

@oJaison imagine tech..how to use your overhead better. lol #txed

Windham_EduSTEM Apr 20 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A4 cont: For me, it's blogging. https://t.co/bJ3UeoAJqQ from a Twitter challenge from @ShakeUpLearning #TXed

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A4 when I work with schools we have reflective homework - PD then try something - reflect - peer discuss - repeat #txed

IvantheAggie Apr 20 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A4:I believe that creating relationships with your people and being real about what's up next in your personal growth is huge! #txed

m_squaredBHS Apr 20 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Michael from Houston. Sorry to be late. #TxEd

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A4 Devote time for self & group reflection as part of institutional PD. Celebrate it, learn from it, act on it. #TXed

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Agree. Schools with a true collaborative culture are constantly learning and growing! @IvantheAggie #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@m_squaredBHS better late than never. glad you made it Michael! #txed

JeffHiserBL Apr 20 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Hello #TXed chat! Time to catch up with y'all!

Windham_EduSTEM Apr 20 @ 10:10 PM EDT

The best part of a Twitter Edu chat is being able to jump in mid stream and participate! #TXed

m_squaredBHS Apr 20 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A4) Model #GeniusHour w/team or focus group. Ask them 2 learn about anything. Becoming a learner again awakens interest/value in PD #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A4 blogging, discussions, ask questions, surveys, etc. many different options!#txed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 10:11 PM EDT

.@KelleyJAndrews lol hey I'm sure the first person who printed their own overheads blew everyone's mind #txed

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@LiteraryFusions Hooray for "try something"! says the T who sometimes spends too much time in his own head :) #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@m_squaredBHS Better late than never Michael. Glad you are here. #TXed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 10:12 PM EDT

The purpose of PD is to serve kids better, yes? Teachers were less mobile so served largely familiar demographic @KelleyJAndrews #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Question 5 is coming up! #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@JeffHiserBL hey Jeff! glad you made it! #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@JeffHiserBL Howdy Jeff. Welcome to #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Q5: What can be done to eliminate the "dog & pony" show that many teacher evaluations have become? #txed

JeffHiserBL Apr 20 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A4 I also find that students "buy-in" and take interest when you share PD with them #TXed

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A4 Having had some experience w/local EdCamps, I'm struck by how a diff't model for PD can shake up expectations. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@oJaison @KelleyJAndrews Oh the things I could have done if I had Twitter back in the old days. #TXed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A5: use the information recorded in them, maybe? #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A5 more frequent observations. more risk free opportunities. when it's all 1 observation, you need it to be perfect! #txed

Windham_EduSTEM Apr 20 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A5: #TXed Be more visible in classes more often, so it's not a one shot eval.

STAARtest Apr 20 @ 10:15 PM EDT

NEA Texas affiliate sues state over new teacher evaluations. "Teachers are not robots." https://t.co/i2h0ZgmwVF #txed #txlege HT @4ThaNguyen

IvantheAggie Apr 20 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@LiteraryFusions it's really key to building capacity of campus learners!! #txed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A5: conduct other observations throughout the year aligned to the same expectations? #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A5-Think that might be going away with the new T-TESS system. Lots of collaboration and possible of two evaluations #TXed

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A5 Check in more regularly on the proverbial dogs & ponys! More ongoing dialogue, less one-shot formality. Caveat: resources required. #TXed

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@Windham_EduSTEM Chiefly, time. Admin I see would be hard-pressed to observe & converse more (w/o giving up other priorities). #TXed

JeffHiserBL Apr 20 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A5: IMO - frequent collaboration/consultation will promote application/accountability #TXed

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 10:20 PM EDT

I had my Baylor S Ts do a weekly reflection and one thing they are most proud about - why stop when they're in the classroom? #txed

Windham_EduSTEM Apr 20 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@brianrozinsky Agree, but we use our time on what's impor, people 1st, so be visible. My P used to take work to our class & stay. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A5-Frequent visits to the classroom. You get a bigger picture of what is going on with many visits #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Question 6 is coming up! #TXed

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 10:22 PM EDT

@Windham_EduSTEM I concur: priorities, always. Choose wisely. #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Q6: What can we do to keep teachers updated on upcoming PD opportunities and guide them to proper choices? #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A5-Of course I need to do a better job getting into the classroom more :^) #TXed

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 10:24 PM EDT

@IvantheAggie I definitely see potential in the positive cycle you describe. Sometimes requires tricky sloughing off of old habits. #TXed

Windham_EduSTEM Apr 20 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A6: Keep eyes ears open to what's coming and give suggestions. #TXed Wish I could go to more, but I can be there through Twitter sometimes.

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A6-Get them on Twitter :^p #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A6 make a survey...offer a menu. i also think badges are motivating! #txed

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A6 as a T, I was never aware of upcoming PD and what was available. I didn't know how to ask - nor did I know what to ask for #txed

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A6 Gut reaction as I tweet from the hip: Use language w/care. Talk of 'proper choices' potentially compromises trust & learner agency. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A6 also create teacher-led pd! i love learning from other teachers! great ideas #txed

IvantheAggie Apr 20 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Half the battle is finding quality PD for your teachers. #txed

Windham_EduSTEM Apr 20 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@LiteraryFusions That's why we have to suggest and share what's coming. Never know who is interested or might go. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Great chat folks. I got to head out early. Good luck this week and finish strong. Thoughts and prayers to our friends in flooded areas #TXed

Windham_EduSTEM Apr 20 @ 10:27 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews Agree, some of my best learning is something a T showed me during planning time off the cuff. #TXed

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 10:27 PM EDT

@IvantheAggie Fortunately, hard ≠ impossible :) #TXed

LiteraryFusions Apr 20 @ 10:27 PM EDT

If anyone needs summer PD or ongoing coaching, give us a call! https://t.co/4jlj1zZpGG and https://t.co/ZUQkPKMxF4 #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:27 PM EDT

I love Region 10 (service center) for pd also. and university. and edcamps, conferences. plus district and on-site #txed

JeffHiserBL Apr 20 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A6: The POWER of social media is key! As educators, it's a great way to connect w/ each other & opportunities #TXed https://t.co/Gcv0HRdfB2

TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Q6: What can we do to keep teachers updated on upcoming PD opportunities and guide them to proper choices? #TXed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A6: I work to keep @edvents updated with PD opportunities (especially free ones) throughout Texas. A little behind now though... #txed

lisamonthie Apr 20 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews you should check out @edcampHOT July 27th! https://t.co/5WdffTaBhD #txed :)

brianrozinsky Apr 20 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Did somebody say #edcamp? Great settings to take advantage of existing capacity & also build new. #TXed https://t.co/W28ifeSZp3

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 20 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A6 also create teacher-led pd! i love learning from other teachers! great ideas #txed

oJaison Apr 20 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Especially because one of the prosecuting attorneys requested a retrial for her own actions. #txed https://t.co/eGtJQ6R6mO

NewYorker Apr 20 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Racial discrimination is hard to miss when considering the Texas death-penalty case of Duane Buck: https://t.co/qlcJhPPQ1r