#satchatwc Archive
#SatchatWC is the West Coast branch of #Satchat. It is a weekly Twitter conversation for current and emerging school leaders that takes place every Saturday morning at 10:30 EST.
Saturday May 14, 2016
10:27 AM EDT
HelenWilt
May 14 @ 10:31 AM EDT
Great chat! Get another cup of coffee & head over to
#satchatwc
for more learning!
#leadupchat
yankee_todd
May 14 @ 10:35 AM EDT
Good Morning
#satchatwc
! Todd from San Antonio, Texas!
artFling
May 14 @ 10:35 AM EDT
#satchatwc
If it's okay with you friends, lets cancel the cancel and talk some education this A.M. I'll provide Q 1 in a minute...
artFling
May 14 @ 10:36 AM EDT
#satchatwc
I'm Art in TX teaching MS. Been at it for over 20 years. Blog and podcast at
https://t.co/SDd6rQpV5X
... Hang on for Q 1.
artFling
May 14 @ 10:36 AM EDT
#satchatwc
Morning Mr. B...
artFling
May 14 @ 10:37 AM EDT
#satchatwc
Q1 - What kind of thinking do you do at the end of your school year that prepares you for the next one?
artFling
May 14 @ 10:38 AM EDT
#satchatwc
We're still here. Come on in. We opened the door back up!
artFling
May 14 @ 10:39 AM EDT
@yankee_todd
Todd, I'm in Nacogdoches, TX... What do you do in SA?
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K12TL
May 14 @ 10:39 AM EDT
(05.14.2016) Free Resource: Improving Performance through
#TeacherLeadership
@
https://t.co/pU01NWIvLc
#satchatwc
https://t.co/gL6KrBxEzN
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 10:39 AM EDT
Good morning
#satchatwc
- Kelly - PhD student, former teacher/admin, father of 8, book junkie & dreamer.
HelenWilt
May 14 @ 10:39 AM EDT
Sorry folks.
#satchatwc
is canceled today. Join next week.
#leadupchat
artFling
May 14 @ 10:40 AM EDT
@HelenWilt
Good morning Helen.
#satchatwc
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 10:40 AM EDT
.
@artFling
#satchatwc
- I did year-end reflections with each staff member to get their perspectives in input. Did feedback surveys
EdLog411
May 14 @ 10:40 AM EDT
Well done Art. Happy to join in. Vicki, VP from BC here
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artFling
May 14 @ 10:41 AM EDT
#satchatwc
A1 - I think about what I did well and what I could improve on. Then I put it away for several weeks.
tchnrfutr
May 14 @ 10:41 AM EDT
A1 I think what worked what can I change to make the Ss better and then I follow, interact and share on twitter PLN'S
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HelenWilt
May 14 @ 10:41 AM EDT
@artFling
Hey there.
#satchatwc
is off today. :( Next Saturday.
artFling
May 14 @ 10:41 AM EDT
@HelenWilt
Nope we are here. Come on in. We've uncancelled the cancellation.
#satchatwc
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 10:41 AM EDT
.
@artFling
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- A1 - reflect on personal level - class level - school level - system level - what was accomplished at each
RunnerGirl13_1
May 14 @ 10:42 AM EDT
Good morning,
#satchatwc
, first relaxing Saturday in months. Need it for the end of year grind.
artFling
May 14 @ 10:42 AM EDT
@kwhobbes
I love that idea.
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EdLog411
May 14 @ 10:42 AM EDT
A1. A lot of reflection...what worked well this year? what needs to improve?
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teresagross625
May 14 @ 10:42 AM EDT
A1: Think about my instruction and our revised curriuclum for next year. What went well? Needs work? Etc.
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artFling
May 14 @ 10:42 AM EDT
@HelenWilt
Jump on in. We're running.
#satchatwc
K12TL
May 14 @ 10:43 AM EDT
Free Resources to Grow and Empower
#TeacherLeaders
@
https://t.co/pU01NWIvLc
#satchat
#satchatwc
#wgedd
#leadupchat
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kwhobbes
May 14 @ 10:43 AM EDT
#satchatwc
- A1 - I would begin having discussions with staff now - try to make the year-end energized & positive - what is going well!
teresagross625
May 14 @ 10:43 AM EDT
A1: what books I need to buy for classroom library
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artFling
May 14 @ 10:44 AM EDT
@teresagross625
Hey TG. Nice to "see" you.
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RunnerGirl13_1
May 14 @ 10:44 AM EDT
A1) Lots of rejection, yes, and also trying out a few news ideas for next year.
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teresagross625
May 14 @ 10:44 AM EDT
@kwhobbes
Love it!
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HelenWilt
May 14 @ 10:44 AM EDT
A1 I survey my Ss and ask what they learned, lessons that stuck, lessons that bombed. Honest feedback
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artFling
May 14 @ 10:44 AM EDT
#satchatwc
Q2 coming up in a minute...
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 10:44 AM EDT
.
@artFling
#satchatwc
- also include a student/parent survey - see what they think went well, areas for improvement.
teresagross625
May 14 @ 10:44 AM EDT
@artFling
I am so glad not cancelled! Finally able to be here! Thanks for running it!
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BSchlacht
May 14 @ 10:45 AM EDT
Good morning Bill Schlacht from Edmonton Alberta
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teresagross625
May 14 @ 10:45 AM EDT
@RunnerGirl13_1
Yes, I love to try new things at the end of the year! Right now=Gamification.
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teresagross625
May 14 @ 10:46 AM EDT
@kwhobbes
@artFling
That's important too! Feedback from everyone!
#satchatwc
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 10:46 AM EDT
.
@teresagross625
important to focus on positives - not get caught up in ‘data-driven’ drama. Be strength focused
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artFling
May 14 @ 10:46 AM EDT
@RunnerGirl13_1
What do you mean rejection. I teach 6th too btw.
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K12TL
May 14 @ 10:46 AM EDT
(05.13.2016) TL Weekly Edition is Posted: Startup
#Teacherleaders
@
https://t.co/unNisLOga5
#Satchat
#Satchatwc
https://t.co/RemcOAG704
teresagross625
May 14 @ 10:47 AM EDT
@kwhobbes
Exactly. That's the mindset with my Ss as well.
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HelenWilt
May 14 @ 10:47 AM EDT
Woo hoo!
#satchatwc
https://t.co/FZU70UyOlO
artFling
May 14 @ 10:41 AM EDT
@HelenWilt
Nope we are here. Come on in. We've uncancelled the cancellation.
#satchatwc
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 10:47 AM EDT
.
@RunnerGirl13_1
Finish strong - “Energized to the end” - What are our strengths? How can we use them? Ss & Ts focus on pos
#satchatwc
HartofLearning
May 14 @ 10:47 AM EDT
#satchatwc
can be
#edcamp
style this morning since
@burgess_shelley
had an emergency.
https://t.co/lAVTGcS83N
artFling
May 14 @ 10:47 AM EDT
#satchatwc
Q2 - How do you make end of the year reflection work to make it useful?
drmisabel12
May 14 @ 10:47 AM EDT
A1 I use the D bono 6 thinking hats to reflect with teachers; gives great feedback for the next year
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KristieLBurk
May 14 @ 10:47 AM EDT
Glad to see we un-cancelled!!
#satchatwc
tchnrfutr
May 14 @ 10:48 AM EDT
@teresagross625
how would you gamify final exam? I hate study guides. Got to be a better way. I use
@aurasma
for sorry vids.
#satchatwc
yankee_todd
May 14 @ 10:48 AM EDT
A1: reflection - we must all look in a mirror & ask what worked & what didn't.
#satchatwc
https://t.co/1GSEt0krbZ
artFling
May 14 @ 10:37 AM EDT
#satchatwc
Q1 - What kind of thinking do you do at the end of your school year that prepares you for the next one?
EdLog411
May 14 @ 10:48 AM EDT
@BSchlacht
good morning Bill. Welcome!
#satchatwc
KristieLBurk
May 14 @ 10:48 AM EDT
A2 first - I need to allow myself time for it; otherwise not worthwhile
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artFling
May 14 @ 10:48 AM EDT
@RunnerGirl13_1
Thanks for my first
#satchatwc
laugh this AM!
teresagross625
May 14 @ 10:49 AM EDT
@tchnrfutr
@aurasma
I am not sure! I don't know that much about it yet! LOL Strating very modified.
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kwhobbes
May 14 @ 10:49 AM EDT
.
@teresagross625
@artFling
Ss & Pts provide great insights - need to listen - How do we create “pearls from their input”?
#satchatwc
Purpleaces1995
May 14 @ 10:49 AM EDT
Just got back after a busy couple weeks!
#Satchatwc
A1: I also ask all Ss at the end which art projects they liked.
HartofLearning
May 14 @ 10:50 AM EDT
Thanks
@artFling
for running
#satchatwc
this morning. Come talk about the end of the school year! It's almost here. Yippee!
artFling
May 14 @ 10:50 AM EDT
@drmisabel12
I would love to know more about that. Do you have a link that explains it?
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drmisabel12
May 14 @ 10:50 AM EDT
A2 1) establish curricular goals for next year based on departmental reflection (keep good notes)
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BSchlacht
May 14 @ 10:50 AM EDT
A2. I write out a card letter for each staff member talking about what they have done during the year. It takes time, 106 staff.
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 10:50 AM EDT
A2: It is just part of my instruction, always reflecting to move forward.
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EdLog411
May 14 @ 10:50 AM EDT
A2. I start making a plan with action steps...otherwise the reflection doesn't lead to growth
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KristieLBurk
May 14 @ 10:50 AM EDT
@kwhobbes
@teresagross625
@artFling
look for common themes?
#satchatwc
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 10:50 AM EDT
A2 -
#satchatwc
- building it into a cycle of reflection & development - it’s about making it a habit & regular part of your own learning
artFling
May 14 @ 10:50 AM EDT
@kwhobbes
@teresagross625
Pearls from their input. Nice. I like it.
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 10:51 AM EDT
@BSchlacht
That's lovely!
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HartofLearning
May 14 @ 10:51 AM EDT
A1:
#satchatwc
- I'm planning End-of the -year field trips, retirement and farewell parties. I'm already thinking ahead to next year a bit.
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 10:51 AM EDT
.
@EdLog411
it’s a community - people appreciate when you listen & demonstrate you care - you don’t have to always change things
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 10:51 AM EDT
@kwhobbes
It is definitely a part of me.
#satchatwc
artFling
May 14 @ 10:51 AM EDT
@KristieLBurk
How much time? And how relaxed do you need to be? I'm guessing after school staff meeting not best time for this.
#satchatwc
BSchlacht
May 14 @ 10:51 AM EDT
Un-cancelling this morning shows great leadership and dedication. Great job!!!!
#satchatwc
KRScienceLady
May 14 @ 10:52 AM EDT
Kathy here to learn
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artFling
May 14 @ 10:53 AM EDT
@BSchlacht
Thanks!
#satchatwc
I just wanted to have fun though.
Purpleaces1995
May 14 @ 10:53 AM EDT
A2:
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By allowing the Ss reflect which art projects they liked, allows for my own reflection on the year.
HartofLearning
May 14 @ 10:53 AM EDT
A2: At the end of this year, I think I will gather the materials that went well to use for next year + think about improvements.
#satchatwc
artFling
May 14 @ 10:53 AM EDT
@KRScienceLady
Good morning Kathy.
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kwhobbes
May 14 @ 10:53 AM EDT
.
@artFling
@teresagross625
as an admin - I tried to always see those “pearls” especially when I didn’t agree with someone
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KristieLBurk
May 14 @ 10:53 AM EDT
@artFling
good Q - maybe a half day or more??
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drangelapeery
May 14 @ 10:53 AM EDT
@BSchlacht
What a great idea - they surely treasure these notes!
#satchatwc
BSchlacht
May 14 @ 10:54 AM EDT
A2. Reflection is ongoing. Not just at year end. At year end we do global reflecting.
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 10:54 AM EDT
@kwhobbes
@artFling
Always finding those Hidden Gems.....
#satchatwc
https://t.co/IGNuHVnc7z
artFling
May 14 @ 10:54 AM EDT
#satchatwc
One I'm dealing with is this... How can I help students be nicer this year than they were last year. (Ts too)
teresagross625
May 14 @ 10:54 AM EDT
Question #3 coming up in a moment.....
@artFling
#satchatwc
artFling
May 14 @ 10:55 AM EDT
#satchatwc
Next Q coming from
@teresagross625
Wait for it.... WAIT for it...
RunnerGirl13_1
May 14 @ 10:55 AM EDT
A2) Last year came across
@Catlin_Tucker
's Letter Future Self. Ss took it seriously. Great reflection.
#satchatwc
https://t.co/JGCX1NsxRN
RunnerGirl13_1
May 14 @ 10:55 AM EDT
A2) Last year came across
@Catlin_Tucker
's Letter Future Self. Ss took it seriously. Great reflection.
#satchatwc
https://t.co/NFKl0bDGhu
artFling
May 14 @ 10:55 AM EDT
@BSchlacht
How do you mean global? What does that look like for you?
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artFling
May 14 @ 10:56 AM EDT
@drangelapeery
Good morning Angela. How are you?
#satchatwc
BSchlacht
May 14 @ 10:56 AM EDT
@drangelapeery
Staff value the time that is put into the cards.
#satchatwc
Purpleaces1995
May 14 @ 10:56 AM EDT
#satchatwc
My son's 7th gr classes does a big Outsider unit. Last week of sch they have a big Outsider Day. 20 years going!
@GRAMMARDOCTORS
DennisDill
May 14 @ 10:56 AM EDT
@artFling
@KristieLBurk
there should be NO after school meetings ... Tough for Ts ...Especially those who want to work with kids
#satchatwc
artFling
May 14 @ 10:57 AM EDT
@Purpleaces1995
In another life... Wish I were an art teacher.
#satchatwc
EdLog411
May 14 @ 10:57 AM EDT
One way..open convos about What kind of person do you want to be? What steps will you take to get there?..
#satchatwc
https://t.co/aSyldXLcuB
artFling
May 14 @ 10:54 AM EDT
#satchatwc
One I'm dealing with is this... How can I help students be nicer this year than they were last year. (Ts too)
teresagross625
May 14 @ 10:57 AM EDT
Q#3: What are some highlights from this school year? Proud moments!!!!!!
#satchatwc
@artFling
KristieLBurk
May 14 @ 10:57 AM EDT
@DennisDill
@artFling
yeah, I was thinking about my own reflection as an admin
#satchatwc
HartofLearning
May 14 @ 10:58 AM EDT
I hold class meetings where Students must share a gratitude. It creates all kinds of good vibes
@artFling
#satchatwc
#Focus
on
#positive
.
artFling
May 14 @ 10:58 AM EDT
@teresagross625
#satchatwc
Nice question!
KristieLBurk
May 14 @ 10:58 AM EDT
@EdLog411
@artFling
I like this Q
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teresagross625
May 14 @ 10:58 AM EDT
@artFling
Thank you!
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kwhobbes
May 14 @ 10:59 AM EDT
.
@teresagross625
@artFling
thanks for sharing - will take a look!
#satchatwc
BSchlacht
May 14 @ 10:59 AM EDT
@artFling
By global I mean reflecting on areas where the whole school may be affected.We are a large school with many departments
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HelenWilt
May 14 @ 10:59 AM EDT
When then? AM?
#satchatwc
https://t.co/Mo6LA13MUy
DennisDill
May 14 @ 10:56 AM EDT
@artFling
@KristieLBurk
there should be NO after school meetings ... Tough for Ts ...Especially those who want to work with kids
#satchatwc
KRScienceLady
May 14 @ 10:59 AM EDT
A3 Pictures tell the story A community of learners
#satchatwc
https://t.co/e8kmAIRFOF
teresagross625
May 14 @ 10:59 AM EDT
A3: IB MYP Authorization!!!!!! Yahoo!!!!!!!!
#satchatwc
KristieLBurk
May 14 @ 11:00 AM EDT
Here's mine:
https://t.co/HAuxUBjwPe
#satchatwc
KristieLBurk
May 14 @ 11:00 AM EDT
Here's mine:
https://t.co/4ltGiIGGFq
#satchatwc
EdLog411
May 14 @ 11:00 AM EDT
A3 Pro-d yesterday. 2 schools working together..Ts planned it, ran it..incredible collab, rich learning!
#satchatwc
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 11:00 AM EDT
.
@RunnerGirl13_1
I like to use ideas from this as the year draws to an end - focus on the people!
#satchatwc
https://t.co/V0qxilKRNT
tchnrfutr
May 14 @ 11:00 AM EDT
We talking class or personal proud moments?
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teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:00 AM EDT
A3: Leader in Me Community Day: HUGE success! Yeah!
#satchatwc
artFling
May 14 @ 11:00 AM EDT
#satchatwc
A3 - Positive, wrote a letter to discouraged Ts on my hall and saw a change. Ts need so much encouragement right now.
KRScienceLady
May 14 @ 11:00 AM EDT
A3 We had ad series of 4 F2F meetings over the year embedded with online coaching, meetings ,discussions
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HelenWilt
May 14 @ 11:01 AM EDT
Agree. Had admin do morning mtgs. Have to stop when school starts so no late, late mtgs.
#satchatwc
https://t.co/Mo6LA13MUy
DennisDill
May 14 @ 10:56 AM EDT
@artFling
@KristieLBurk
there should be NO after school meetings ... Tough for Ts ...Especially those who want to work with kids
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:01 AM EDT
@kwhobbes
@artFling
It's actually for writing instruction, but learned good lessons!
#satchatwc
DennisDill
May 14 @ 11:01 AM EDT
@artFling
yes ... We are going to be implementing Upstanders concepts by
@SaraKAhmed
and Smokey Daniels
#satchatwc
HartofLearning
May 14 @ 11:01 AM EDT
A3: When dealing with some of my toughest kids and I'm wiped out, colleagues tell me, "This is the best year that kid has had."
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:01 AM EDT
@tchnrfutr
The sky is the limit! Let's celebrate all!
#satchatwc
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 11:01 AM EDT
.
@HelenWilt
AM can work. If meetings are important - then time during the day should be given - like any other profession
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artFling
May 14 @ 11:02 AM EDT
@teresagross625
#satchatwc
What is a Leader in Me Community Day?
KRScienceLady
May 14 @ 11:02 AM EDT
Any time we can elevate our Ts, the ones who do the heavy lifting , we should!
#satchatwc
https://t.co/10va7DU7pT
artFling
May 14 @ 11:00 AM EDT
#satchatwc
A3 - Positive, wrote a letter to discouraged Ts on my hall and saw a change. Ts need so much encouragement right now.
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:02 AM EDT
@EdLog411
That's wonderful!
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:02 AM EDT
@KRScienceLady
Excellent!
#satchatwc
DennisDill
May 14 @ 11:02 AM EDT
@HelenWilt
@artFling
@KristieLBurk
I question why we have staff meetings ... If it can be done in an email than why meet?
#satchatwc
Purpleaces1995
May 14 @ 11:02 AM EDT
My fifth grade annual ceiling tile painting. They are now ready to leave grade school.
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:03 AM EDT
@HartofLearning
YEAH! HUGE accomplishment!
#satchatwc
artFling
May 14 @ 11:03 AM EDT
#satchatwc
Q4 Coming up in a NY minute...
tchnrfutr
May 14 @ 11:03 AM EDT
One is this my FLL robotics team went to state competing for Fl.
#satchatwc
https://t.co/BOKQTkJDhn
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:03 AM EDT
@DennisDill
@artFling
@SaraKAhmed
LOVE that book! I did many lessons this year!
#satchatwc
https://t.co/C4xM94KOr0
DennisDill
May 14 @ 11:03 AM EDT
@HartofLearning
@artFling
@KristieLBurk
we have early release about once a month ... The gift of time
#satchatwc
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 11:03 AM EDT
.
@teresagross625
our staff read Leader in Me and looked at ways to shift our own school community - great resource!
#satchatwc
artFling
May 14 @ 11:04 AM EDT
@Purpleaces1995
What goes up there?
#satchatwc
SparkyTeaching
May 14 @ 11:04 AM EDT
#satchatwc
Who's for some Saturday karaoke? After three...
https://t.co/mfFllxKTKR
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:04 AM EDT
@Purpleaces1995
How sweet!
#satchatwc
HelenWilt
May 14 @ 11:04 AM EDT
Help me welcome colleague awesome librarian/tech guru Mandy to our tribe! Follow her!
@ImAllBooked
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:04 AM EDT
@artFling
Covey's 7 Habits of highly Effective Teens.
#satchatwc
(pics coming this weekend)
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 11:04 AM EDT
.
@DennisDill
@HartofLearning
@artFling
@KristieLBurk
it is a gift & should be planned & imbedded in practice - not an add-on
#satchatwc
HartofLearning
May 14 @ 11:04 AM EDT
This is a good idea. I might do a parent / student survey to help me reflect over the summer.
#satchatwc
https://t.co/vnp69JSDOR
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 10:44 AM EDT
.
@artFling
#satchatwc
- also include a student/parent survey - see what they think went well, areas for improvement.
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:05 AM EDT
@kwhobbes
YES YES YES!
#satchatwc
artFling
May 14 @ 11:05 AM EDT
#satchatwc
Q4 - What are some ways that you can help discouraged Ts, Ss, and Admins in the next week or two?
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 11:05 AM EDT
.
@HartofLearning
as an teacher - it helped me with my planning/instruction - as an admin - it helped me get feedback.
#satchatwc
KRScienceLady
May 14 @ 11:05 AM EDT
All meetings need to be an opportunity 4 learning & growth. See MeetWise by Elizabeth City from Harvard.
#satchatwc
https://t.co/nJxDkCE8v5
DennisDill
May 14 @ 11:02 AM EDT
@HelenWilt
@artFling
@KristieLBurk
I question why we have staff meetings ... If it can be done in an email than why meet?
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:05 AM EDT
@artFling
This is what the 8th graders did this year.
#satchatwc
https://t.co/y126idTmQh
DennisDill
May 14 @ 11:06 AM EDT
@EdLog411
@HelenWilt
@artFling
@KristieLBurk
teachers talking NOT listening ... Model what you expect to see in the classroom
#satchatwc
HelenWilt
May 14 @ 11:06 AM EDT
Sometimes it's good team-building. Talk to other gr. levels.
#satchatwc
https://t.co/hTLkRwhJRe
DennisDill
May 14 @ 11:02 AM EDT
@HelenWilt
@artFling
@KristieLBurk
I question why we have staff meetings ... If it can be done in an email than why meet?
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:06 AM EDT
A4: a smile, a good morning, a note of encouragement, candy
#satchatwc
tchnrfutr
May 14 @ 11:06 AM EDT
#satchatwc
robotics team won county champs
https://t.co/FrvyLPR7Os
HartofLearning
May 14 @ 11:06 AM EDT
I think you're point is well made, and do give Ts the gift of time, but not all can be handled by email.
@DennisDill
@artFling
#satchatwc
KRScienceLady
May 14 @ 11:07 AM EDT
We did that in Peacham, VT my former school,6th graders do it. I was there recently, pretty much covered
#satchatwc
https://t.co/a7V1HUWwDb
Purpleaces1995
May 14 @ 11:02 AM EDT
My fifth grade annual ceiling tile painting. They are now ready to leave grade school.
#satchatwc
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 11:07 AM EDT
.
@RunnerGirl13_1
helps to replenish our teaching souls - to refresh ourselves - we need to refill/nurture our own “happy places”
#satchatwc
BSchlacht
May 14 @ 11:07 AM EDT
@DennisDill
@HelenWilt
@artFling
@KristieLBurk
Do we need staff meetings? Time is valuable but communication is essential How?
#satchatwc
KidsDeserveIt
May 14 @ 11:07 AM EDT
"Until The Final Bell"
https://t.co/w8BzWX6ml5
#leadupchat
#satchatwc
#satchat
#kidsdeserveit
https://t.co/F46QmQNiqn
EdLog411
May 14 @ 11:08 AM EDT
A4. Honest feedback about what they are doing Well (no empty praise), offer support..let them know you notice & care about them
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:08 AM EDT
A4: bring copies from machine to them
#satchatwc
bashaierk
May 14 @ 11:09 AM EDT
Join us in
#edchatMENA
to discuss on
#character_education
on Sat Sun & Tue
#edchat
#asiaed
#nt2t
#satchat
#satchatwc
https://t.co/TmjPW0tgST
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 11:09 AM EDT
.
@artFling
A4 - smile, listen - ask them how they are and mean it - show you care. A supportive note does amazing things
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:09 AM EDT
@EdLog411
Absolutely!
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:09 AM EDT
A4: a joke
#satchatwc
tchnrfutr
May 14 @ 11:09 AM EDT
I was able to finally start a drive curriculum with help of a volunteer and grant money.
#satchatwc
https://t.co/BOKQTkJDhn
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:09 AM EDT
A4: engage in positive conversation!
#satchatwc
DennisDill
May 14 @ 11:10 AM EDT
@HartofLearning
@artFling
true ... Sometime you just have to meet and listen to the talking head
#satchatwc
TechNinjaTodd
May 14 @ 11:10 AM EDT
116 sold! Only four days left! 100% donated to
@DonorsChoose
! Help us hit 150!!
#kidsdeserveit
#satchatwc
#satchat
https://t.co/kljo0cu7gR
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:10 AM EDT
@kwhobbes
@artFling
I get tons of feedback when I drop notes!
#satchatwc
(or anchors
@burgess_shelley
@BethHouf
)
artFling
May 14 @ 11:10 AM EDT
@KidsDeserveIt
https://t.co/CuHeVYeGQk
#satchatwc
, here's my take on this one...
artFling
May 14 @ 11:11 AM EDT
#satchatwc
A4 - I'm encouraging Ts that these can be the best weeks of the year, so far.
artFling
May 14 @ 11:11 AM EDT
@teresagross625
@kwhobbes
@burgess_shelley
@BethHouf
I'm gonna do this this week. Thanks for the idea.
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:11 AM EDT
@artFling
I agree!
#satchatwc
HartofLearning
May 14 @ 11:12 AM EDT
A4: Admins - Put some water in the fridge and hand it out to staff. As things get heated, it helps us cool down.
@artFling
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:12 AM EDT
@artFling
@kwhobbes
@burgess_shelley
@BethHouf
I give them to Ss as well. They LOVE it!
#satchatwc
artFling
May 14 @ 11:12 AM EDT
@Purpleaces1995
Nice... Thanks for the pic!
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:13 AM EDT
@HartofLearning
@artFling
That's a great idea!
#satchatwc
Purpleaces1995
May 14 @ 11:13 AM EDT
A4 We have field day the last week of school. Everyone participates!
#satchatwc
HelenWilt
May 14 @ 11:13 AM EDT
@kelley_weiss
Definitely!
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:13 AM EDT
Question #5 coming up in a moment.....
@artFling
#satchatwc
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 11:13 AM EDT
.
@teresagross625
@artFling
@burgess_shelley
@BethHouf
a great idea - Ss need to know we’re there for them!
#satchatwc
HartofLearning
May 14 @ 11:13 AM EDT
A4: Remind Ts that Ss may get wound up this time of year, because summer may be time of uncertainty at home. School is safe.
#satchatwc
SparkyTeaching
May 14 @ 11:13 AM EDT
Thought for the day.
#satchatwc
https://t.co/EwjZgJDZ6E
artFling
May 14 @ 11:14 AM EDT
@HartofLearning
That sounds amazingly simple and so different that I bet it makes an impact.
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:14 AM EDT
@Purpleaces1995
That's nice. We have a spirit day while 8th graders on trip.
#satchatwc
HartofLearning
May 14 @ 11:15 AM EDT
A4: Plan thank you for volunteers and staff! Even a thank you email can brighten a day.
#PBIS
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:15 AM EDT
@HartofLearning
Which leads us to question #5......
#satchatwc
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 11:15 AM EDT
.
@artFling
@HartofLearning
leave chocolate on Ts desks with a “pick-you-up” like flavoured water or tea or coffee & note
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:16 AM EDT
Q#5: How do we encourage students at the end of the year? Keep them motivated, engaged and feeling cared for!
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:16 AM EDT
@HartofLearning
It sure can!
#satchatwc
artFling
May 14 @ 11:16 AM EDT
@HartofLearning
Right. Expect some energy. And plan for it.
#satchatwc
PegGrafwallner
May 14 @ 11:16 AM EDT
@artFling
@teresagross625
@KidsDeserveIt
Check ou post on Edutopia
https://t.co/qUTuURAFxe
Change is frightening; support our Ss
#satchatwc
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 11:16 AM EDT
A4 - As an admin, I always did a year-end BBQ for my staff - I cooked & provided them with opportunity to relax
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:17 AM EDT
A5: smiles, laughter, positive energy, patience.....patience......patience
#satchatwc
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 11:17 AM EDT
Sorry
#satchatwc
but I have a 6yrold who needs attention & has almost climbed into the chat! Have an awesome week & a great year end!
artFling
May 14 @ 11:18 AM EDT
#satchatwc
A5 - We slow down and have some real conversations where we ask questions and listen to the answer... That's one way.
HelenWilt
May 14 @ 11:18 AM EDT
A5 We're competing in math contests on our chromebooks.
https://t.co/geHPW2qK96
Fun and learning!
#satchatwc
TheDisciplineDr
May 14 @ 11:18 AM EDT
The end of the year can be tough. As my friend
@bethhill2829
said, you have to do what you can to focus on one day at a time
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:18 AM EDT
@kwhobbes
Nice! Will you be doing that this year and are we all invited?
#satchatwc
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 11:18 AM EDT
@Purpleaces1995
@artFling
@HartofLearning
ours does too but I do this on my own - to show my appreciation for all they do
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:18 AM EDT
A5: listen, listen, listen
#satchatwc
tchnrfutr
May 14 @ 11:19 AM EDT
Still sharing proud moments. This year after 19 yes of teaching I earned this
#satchatwc
https://t.co/wBIdRJXClg
BSchlacht
May 14 @ 11:19 AM EDT
@teresagross625
Yes we need self control and a lot of patience at this time of year.
#satchatwc
Purpleaces1995
May 14 @ 11:19 AM EDT
A5: Nearly all my projects are done, so it is St lead projects now. They are can just create and create what ever using whatever!
#satchatwc
kwhobbes
May 14 @ 11:20 AM EDT
@teresagross625
but if you make it this far north - I will definitely BBQ for you & show you some
#saskedchat
hospitality!
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:20 AM EDT
@Purpleaces1995
I have done that as well! Great time to "flip" our classrooms! LOL
#satchatwc
EdLog411
May 14 @ 11:20 AM EDT
Take time out to play with students...helps you discover a lot about them (and yourself)...find joy
#satchatwc
https://t.co/hBcnZCImcK
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:16 AM EDT
Q#5: How do we encourage students at the end of the year? Keep them motivated, engaged and feeling cared for!
#satchatwc
artFling
May 14 @ 11:21 AM EDT
@TheDisciplineDr
@bethhill2829
#satchatwc
I love the one day at a time idea here. That's a much needed addition to the discussion.
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:21 AM EDT
@EdLog411
Yes. for sure!
#satchatwc
Purpleaces1995
May 14 @ 11:21 AM EDT
A5
#satchatwc
We also have a Fifth Grade Fine Arts night with all our elementary schools (Mt. Vernon, IN) They love it and so does parents!
HelenWilt
May 14 @ 11:21 AM EDT
A5 Also teaching my 4th graders to play chess.
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:22 AM EDT
@tchnrfutr
#satchatwc
https://t.co/xUtileVaCA
artFling
May 14 @ 11:22 AM EDT
#satchatwc
- Final Q coming right up...
tchnrfutr
May 14 @ 11:23 AM EDT
#satchatwc
sorry meant drone curriculum
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:23 AM EDT
@Purpleaces1995
Wonderful!
#satchatwc
TheDisciplineDr
May 14 @ 11:23 AM EDT
Yes
@artFling
. Staying focused on one day at a time is just as important early in the year as it is late.
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:23 AM EDT
@HelenWilt
Awesome!
#satchatwc
txeduchat
May 14 @ 11:23 AM EDT
Tomorrow night 5/15
#txeduchat
host
@TechNinjaTodd
joins us at 8pm Central. You won't want to miss this
#TxGoo16
#satchatwc
PegGrafwallner
May 14 @ 11:24 AM EDT
@artFling
I wish I would have gotten in on this conversation sooner! Love it!
#satchatwc
Next time!
HelenWilt
May 14 @ 11:25 AM EDT
@HartofLearning
@GetKahoot
Ss love kahoot. Some are creating end of year reviews for our class
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:25 AM EDT
And the grand finale question......drum roll.....
#satchatwc
@artFling
artFling
May 14 @ 11:25 AM EDT
@TheDisciplineDr
#satchatwc
No doubt. I think I just needed that reminder right now.
HartofLearning
May 14 @ 11:25 AM EDT
A5: For Some students, it's important to continue the normal schedule as much as you can. Teach them next years standards.
#satchatwc
speakingweek
May 14 @ 11:26 AM EDT
No zombie speaking!
https://t.co/5p0x1CjtzX
https://t.co/z5GTJ4SeJv
has ideas to avoid this.
#satchatwc
https://t.co/9SI65oIXM6
TheDisciplineDr
May 14 @ 11:26 AM EDT
One of the worst things we can do is daydream too much about the coming weekend or vacation. Stay present.
#satchatwc
.
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:27 AM EDT
FQ: Fav joke, phrase, word that you will use this week to bring positive energy to school/classroom?
#satchatwc
@artFling
HartofLearning
May 14 @ 11:27 AM EDT
I love the District Wide Art Walk down Main Street. Businesses display art saved all year from all the schools
@Purpleaces1995
#satchatwc
RunnerGirl13_1
May 14 @ 11:27 AM EDT
Lifting up teachers during testing season. Thank you,
@PegGrafwallner
, for the encouraging blog.
#satchatwc
https://t.co/LxZ7l4fIDp
PegGrafwallner
May 14 @ 11:18 AM EDT
@RunnerGirl13_1
Hi Marilyn! I do! Please feel free to share w/ colleagues! Thx
https://t.co/iK45mgX8uX
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:28 AM EDT
FQ: "We always have fun!"
#satchatwc
EdLog411
May 14 @ 11:28 AM EDT
@HartofLearning
Yes, Changes in the schedule can be stressful for some of our students. Important to 'front load'
#satchatwc
knolinfos
May 14 @ 11:28 AM EDT
@bashaierk
#EdChatMENA
A1) Check my
#curation
<=>
#Character_EDUcation
<=>
https://t.co/aifBgAVFLC
#edchat
#asiaed
#nt2t
#satchat
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:29 AM EDT
LQ: Believe, Imagine.........
#satchatwc
artFling
May 14 @ 11:29 AM EDT
#satchatwc
FA - I'm gonna use the word "fantastic" as much as I can. I want to convey a sense that Ss and Ts are and can be fantastic.
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:29 AM EDT
When is our last day? I don't know! Still lots of time for learning left!
#satchatwc
knolinfos
May 14 @ 11:29 AM EDT
@bashaierk
#EdChatMENA
A1) Check my
#curation
about <==>
#Character
<==>
https://t.co/VqhSgXSjx5
#edchat
#asiaed
#nt2t
#satchat
#satchatwc
Purpleaces1995
May 14 @ 11:29 AM EDT
FA: "Never be afraid of making mistakes. It is through those mistakes we learn the most."
#satchatwc
"Never stop trying new things."
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:30 AM EDT
Thanks
@artFling
for keeping this alive today!
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:30 AM EDT
Awesome!
#satchatwc
https://t.co/HJ7OYPwUCT
Purpleaces1995
May 14 @ 11:29 AM EDT
FA: "Never be afraid of making mistakes. It is through those mistakes we learn the most."
#satchatwc
"Never stop trying new things."
EdcampLDR_WA
May 14 @ 11:30 AM EDT
Professional learning you control & direct =
#EdcampLDR
https://t.co/rpKv3t3NT0
#EdAdmin
#WAedu
#Satchatwc
https://t.co/nMwTcIPaC1
BSchlacht
May 14 @ 11:30 AM EDT
#satchatwc
Will use only positive language.
KidsDeserveIt
May 14 @ 11:31 AM EDT
Episode 26 with
@casas_jimmy
TOMORROW at 7:30pm CST
#leadupchat
#satchatwc
https://t.co/jy6Jnf0vgT
participatelrn
May 14 @ 11:31 AM EDT
As
#satchatwc
is winding down, you can now view transcripts and continue the conversation at
https://t.co/hoEiH8dUCb
RunnerGirl13_1
May 14 @ 11:31 AM EDT
Great chat this morning,
#Satchatwc
. Thank you,
@artFling
, for leading the tribe. Hugs to all these last weeks!!!
https://t.co/r2JD7JJV04
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:31 AM EDT
Thanks for all our participants! Super fun hour!
#satchatwc
https://t.co/glXtGox2Pb
PegGrafwallner
May 14 @ 11:31 AM EDT
Mistakes are the only things that help us grow! We own them, show them to our Ss & model how to move on
#satchatwc
BSchlacht
May 14 @ 11:31 AM EDT
#satchatwc
In Alberta we go to the very end of June.
artFling
May 14 @ 11:32 AM EDT
#satchatwc
Thanks to
@teresagross625
for an being an inspiring co-conspirater!
HartofLearning
May 14 @ 11:32 AM EDT
A5: Oh. Now that sounds like fun! I need to get some chess boards. Have you seen "Life of a King" on
@netflix
?
@HelenWilt
#satchatwc
EdLog411
May 14 @ 11:32 AM EDT
'Great to see you!' Show Ss,Ps ,and staff that you value them
#satchatwc
https://t.co/6BIXvXa4aR
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:27 AM EDT
FQ: Fav joke, phrase, word that you will use this week to bring positive energy to school/classroom?
#satchatwc
@artFling
BSchlacht
May 14 @ 11:32 AM EDT
#satchatwc
Great chat this morning everyone. Thank you.
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:32 AM EDT
@BSchlacht
So do we in NY.
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:33 AM EDT
@EdLog411
Wonderful!
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:33 AM EDT
@BSchlacht
Have a great day!
#satchatwc
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:34 AM EDT
@PegGrafwallner
@artFling
That would be a huge YES! :)
#satchatwc
Purpleaces1995
May 14 @ 11:34 AM EDT
#satchatwc
Now back to iMovie for two presentations! lol! Enjoy you- alls weekend!
HelenWilt
May 14 @ 11:34 AM EDT
Have a wonderful weekend tribe!
#satchatwc
EdLog411
May 14 @ 11:34 AM EDT
@BSchlacht
same thing in BC. Students with us until June 29. Lots of time left to make a difference!
#satchatwc
NoodleMarkets
May 14 @ 11:35 AM EDT
We're digging this innovative way to get girls (and boys!) excited by
#STEM
via manicures!
@eschoolsnews
#satchatwc
https://t.co/OwO3G6foxY
HelenWilt
May 14 @ 11:35 AM EDT
@HartofLearning
@netflix
no I haven't. Intrigued
#satchatwc
BSchlacht
May 14 @ 11:35 AM EDT
@teresagross625
I hope you have a great finish to the school year.
#satchatwc
EdLog411
May 14 @ 11:36 AM EDT
Thanks
@artFling
and
@teresagross625
for leading the way today. Have a great week my
#satchatwc
PLN!
teresagross625
May 14 @ 11:36 AM EDT
@BSchlacht
Thanks you as well!
#satchatwc
BSchlacht
May 14 @ 11:36 AM EDT
@EdLog411
Enjoy the last weeks of your school year
#satchatwc
HartofLearning
May 14 @ 11:37 AM EDT
FA: Gratitude. Hold a class meeting where everyone shares something they are grateful for - as simple as "Friends and family."
#satchatwc
EdLog411
May 14 @ 11:38 AM EDT
@BSchlacht
Thanks Bill. Wishing you smooth sailing as well :)
#satchatwc
artFling
May 14 @ 11:40 AM EDT
#satchatwc
Thanks 4 inspiration this AM. I'll probably be digging N2 these tweets as I blog and podcast this week
https://t.co/SDd6rQpV5X