Our chat will focus on the idea that we can lead and make positive change from any position in our school systems. Leadership is not about a title, it is a way of thinking and acting.
Welcome everyone. I am excited to be hosting #LEADlap and share with you all my passion for the power of being intentionally driven. Please introduce yourself and share a joy you expereinced this week.
What's the best feedback you've received on your practice? Educator @latoyadixon5 shares her suggestions for giving and receiving supportive feedback: https://t.co/3nSPBtCOcM
Hi #LeadLAP crew! Kristina, AP in Alberta, Canada! My joy this week was having a Gr 3 student come ask if we could support Orange Shirt Day at our school! Love when kids drive events and action!
Ricardo from WA. I was the fill in principal yesterday, had a blast visiting with kids all over campus and playing Friday over the intercom at the end of the day. #LeadLAP
Chris (AP from SoCal) two joys: hosting @AndrewSharosAP for an AP PD on Tues and our #IKEMOB football team going 6-0 by beating crosstown rivals last night. #LeadLAP
Welcome everyone. I am excited to be hosting #LEADlap and share with you all my passion for the power of being intentionally driven. Please introduce yourself and share a joy you expereinced this week.
Good morning #leadlap from Barbara, author of What's Under Your Cape? and character coach in Friendswood, TX. This week my greatest JOY was collecting donations and cards of #empathy & #compassion for a school we adopted in NC!
The cards were so REAL, because we've been there.
Hello #LeadLap community. Today I will be your host.
I am a Middle School teacher, a Author, and a Keynote speaker and presenter. Best of all, I am a dad! Thank you for the warm welcome.
Good morning! My name is Mariah; I'm a middle school principal from PA! I'm excited to learn with you today! One joy this week was playing the flute with our 8th grade band and @CdrCrstMSBands as our students entered our school yesterday on #FalconFriday! #LeadLAP
Welcome everyone. I am excited to be hosting #LEADlap and share with you all my passion for the power of being intentionally driven. Please introduce yourself and share a joy you expereinced this week.
Good morning #LeadLAP , I'm Jay from NJ and I find joy each day when the children arrive. On Friday, we held and assembly and a little girl with Alopecia got up and spoke about her this autoimmune disease and how it affects her. She also had a bake sale and a page to raise money
#leadLAP Hi All! I’m Beth from MO. Proud principal and coauthor of #leadlap Best moment of the week...recognizing our own as support staff of the year in the homecoming parade.
Good morning #LeadLAP. Im a principal at a PK-8 building in rural Missouri. On joy I’ve had this week is seeing the progress a very challenging student has made. It’s been a 3 year journey, and this week we saw the product of all of our hard work.
Welcome everyone. I am excited to be hosting #LEADlap and share with you all my passion for the power of being intentionally driven. Please introduce yourself and share a joy you expereinced this week.
Greetings! Christy Shepard, Principal Coldwater Elementary (AL)! My of the week...just traveled to South Carolina to see some of my students compete in the Paddle Classic #Leadlap#CESLEAD
Welcome everyone. I am excited to be hosting #LEADlap and share with you all my passion for the power of being intentionally driven. Please introduce yourself and share a joy you expereinced this week.
Andi, Instructional Coach from WI. Looking forward to multitasking today at #edcampML with participating in #leadLAP. Sitting right behind our chat moderator @mrmatera
✨Good morning, #LeadLAP! I’m Kimberly from NE. I was filled with all sorts of teacher joy when I had almost every student complete an optional side quest for XP in our class game! No grade, just for fun... and learning!✨ #XPLAP
Another thing that brought me joy this week was getting to present at the @NJASCD Whole Child Conference with my colleague and friend @MuziLearningLab - What if... We changed School. It was a blast #LeadLAP
Hey #LeadLAP crew! I’m Greg, an elementary school principal from Northern California. Best joy of the week: one of our students, who is fighting cancer, was well enough to come visit. We held a Relay for Life at recess in his honor.
Hey #LeadLAP crew! I’m Greg, an elementary school principal from Northern California. Best joy of the week: one of our students, who is fighting cancer, was well enough to come visit. We held a Relay for Life at recess in his honor.
Good morning #leadlap! AP in North Dakota. One joy this week was being able to pinpoint a struggle for a student and helping her communicate her feelings, in a more positive way. Little steps..
#leadlap
Hi all, Beth from NYC, new teacher educator @HC_SOE My joy this week was reconnecting with old mentors & establishing exciting research directions! #leadlap
🏈Are you ready for some football? Do you have a ticket to tomorrow’s game? Please join me this Sun., 9/30 at
6:30 CST/7:30 EST as I guest moderate #TeachPos! We’ll discuss teaching positivity & how it relates to football!#KidsDeserveIt#LeadLAP#LeadUpChat#HeardItFromHankins
That is lovely...What a fantastic joy and incredible perspective! Prayers and well wishes from our school to yours for your student’s continued healing, strength, and health. #CCMSisFTK#LeadLAP#MiniTHON
A1: A great life to me is when I'm happy in the place I am. Enjoy the things I have at the moment and not worry about what I don't have. Not to compare. Set goals and go get them. Spend time with the people you love. #bekind#LeadLAP
Good morning #leadlap! John from DC. High school instructional coach and eleventh grade English teacher at @OConnellHS. Big joy of the week was introducing our entire faculty to the PLC model outlined by @authenticplcs. What a great day!
A1 very subjective question but to me it’s taking care of spiritual life first. Then making sure that I am putting others first. I do my best to be a servant leader. #LeadLAP
A1 A great life to me is when I LOVE going to work to see all the successes my students are having. Loving my job is so important. If I love my job, students will love learning from me!! #leadlap
A1: A great life looks like using your talents and passions to inspire and fulfill others! You have resilience to pick up where you left off. A great life means having a great team that is interdependent - at work and home. #LeadLAP
Good morning #LeadLAP! I’m joining in from Rome, GA. As an elementary principal, one of my joys is spending some one on one time with students which I was able to do this past week. Relationships matter!
A1: A great life looks like the chance to mine blessings in your burdens so that you come out stronger and ready to help others come through their productive struggle stronger. It looks like loving and being loved, like sharing, connecting, growing, serving & restoring. #leadlap
Hi everyone in #LeadLap Ashleigh here biology teacher Uplands College where it is 16h40 sat afternoon. Celebrating SA heritage in the Kruger Park:a pride of 14 lion, herds elephant and Buffalo.
A1: For me, a great life is one of balance...finding the blend of personal and professional success coupled with a wonderful adventure of shared moments with those I care most about...
#LeadLap
A1:) Heavy right out of the gate... In simple terms I always tell my students (and even my daughters) my goals for them are to be happy and self-sufficient. My happiness comes from making an impact on future generations with the brief time I have here. Hence education. #LeadLAP
A1:
LIFE IS GOOD
✨✨✨✨✨
When you are able to find beauty and joy in the journey, life is good. When you pursue passion and find success, life is good. When you feel love and find laughter, life is good. When you “Grow the Good”, life is good. #LeadLAP
Courtney from @Hopetechschool. English and social studies HS teacher. Joy of the week was getting our high school approved by WASC! (We are a new program under an older school) #leadLAP
A1 A life filled with purpose is a great life. For me it’s living a Christ centered life with family and serving others and praising him. What we do in life should lead to that purpose. As curly says in city slickers 1 thing #leadLAP
A1: A great life is one where you are purposed, see miracles in moments, intentionally focus on what you are grateful for and strive to be the best you in all spaces! Love this question @mrmatera! #LeadLAP
Good Morning, #LEADLAP crew, Jeff MS principal from VA. Best part of the week..Ss thanked me for personally mailing her a Pawisitive referral that had a note from her teacher and myself.#LeadLAP
A1: Seriously, I have a pretty good life right now. I get to do what I love to do. But, a great life would mean that I could help every child and family that needs it and give teachers all they need to make a difference every single day #LeadLAP
A1: I think a great life is what you make it...If I am a good wife and mom, a good person, and manage to make a difference to a few people somewhere along the way, that sounds like a pretty amazing life to me. #LeadLAP
Good morning, #LeadLAP One of my sweetest memories was hosting our 1st Curriculum Night in our classroom on Thursday night. There were 55 people squeezed in to celebrate our learning and our kids.
A1:
LIFE IS GOOD
✨✨✨✨✨
When you are able to find beauty and joy in the journey, life is good. When you pursue passion and find success, life is good. When you feel love and find laughter, life is good. When you “Grow the Good”, life is good. #LeadLAP
A1: Living a life that allows you to fulfill your purpose daily and allows you to spread your passions and talents. That is a great life. Doing what you love, with all you have, and giving to others. #LeadLAP
Looks may be deceiving. A great life is dependent on your goals & aspirations! It’s more about what it truly is rather than how it appears. You may be living your best life, but to others it may appear as inadequate. Live for you & know that you ultimately determine it! #Leadlap
A1: A great life is about gratitude. Thinking about all the things I am thankful for reminds me of the great life I have. I am grateful for:
My job, my house, friends and family, nature, students and more. #leadlap
A1: A great life is a balanced life socially, mentally and physically. It’s also a job that you love to go to and your good at. Always working to stay balanced. #LEADlap
A1: I think a great life means being present. Yes, reflecting on the past and envisioning the future, but living in the present, with the people that matter the most to you. Celebrating it. Enjoying it. Finding the good in it. #LeadLAP
Hard to narrow to one, but a joy I experienced this week was when my daughter told me she was excited to share my laughter at school with others. (Meaning bring her own) ☀️#LeadLAP
#LeadLAP A1 Family. Career. Living for joy. Appreciation and being grateful. Living in the moment. Knowing that Time is precious and heals many thing. Trying my best in all things.
A1: A great life = intentional, purposeful living with a community that loves, supports, challenges, and encourages. Enjoying the simplicity and complexity of different seasons. Savoring the moments. #leadlap
Good morning #leadLAP. I’m Debra Theesfield, Principal at Richard Milburn Academy in Midland, Texas. My biggest joy this week was watching my counselor @TrishMauro work with struggling students. Her heart in action is a privilege to behold! #E3mustangs
A1) A great life looks like celebrating growth and victories with others whether they are ones on our those around you. As well as the willingness to take risks almost guarantees some great experiences! #LeadLAP
A1: I think a great life means being present. Yes, reflecting on the past and envisioning the future, but living in the present, with the people that matter the most to you. Celebrating it. Enjoying it. Finding the good in it. #LeadLAP
A1: A great life is about happiness. Happy with your spouse/partner, knowing you've done your best with your kids, happy with friends, choices you've made and what you've learned. #LeadLap
Great thanks. It's really weird to no longer be in a school family of my own, but I've been making school visits that bring me a whole new kind of JOY and purpose, just a different way to carry the torch. #leadlap
A1 My great life is being surrounded by those I love -
doing what I'm called to do -
helping those I can along the way,
continually looking out for our next mission to do together.
#LeadLAP
Want to WIN a free DBC book?
It's Easy Peasy to enter.
Today is WORLD DREAM Day!💫
Let's share our dreams!
1) Name a BIG dream you've yet to accomplish.
2) RT this Post & Follow @dbc_inc
3) Include #DBCchallenge + #tlap#KidsDeserveIt#REALedu#leadlap
A2: I have a couple of things. I'd like to write a book and maybe get my PhD. I'm not sure where to start - so I've started to blog and hope that helps! #LeadLAP
A1 #leadLAP A great life is knowing there will be joy, and tears, and laughter, and disappointment- but doing it all to the fullest every day because you’re SO blessed to be able to experience it all! #E3mustangs
A1: Family, Friends, making memories, passion, purpose, travel, growing &becoming the best version of myself & service to others, I strive to find balance (its hard!) #LeadLAP
A1. What does a great life look like? Balance and perspective. Health. Sharing your own talents to help and support others in their growth, while being able to rely on the strength and support of friends, colleagues, and loved ones to get you through the hard times. #LEADlap
A1: I love helping others and engaging in ministry work. My greatest joy comes when I put the focus more on helping others than on myself. This requires that I work hard on being balanced.
#leadlap
A1) I believe a great life includes doing something you love, something your passionate about, and doing it with people you love and care about. To me, it’s about leaving an impact on the world as you go. Im lucky that I feel like I get to check these boxes regularly. #LeadLAP
Excited to join my first #LEADlap chat! Samara Spielberg, Spanish Department Chair in NYC! Greatest joy this week was cracking up while teaching with my coteacher over a lesson flop in front of the class. It resulted in a contagion of 3rd grade giggles. THE BEST!
A1: A great life isn’t about perfection. It’s about persevering through struggle. Some days are definitely harder than others, but I surround myself with others that help lift me up. #leadLAP
A2: This has been a challenge: I've had to prioritize between work, grad school, running, and professional learning. WIN "What's Important Now?" Some of my at home tasks that rank lower have to wait. #leadlap
A1. What does a great life look like? Balance and perspective. Health. Sharing your own talents to help and support others in their growth, while being able to rely on the strength and support of friends, colleagues, and loved ones to get you through the hard times. #LEADlap
A2 the list of things to do around my house is really long and always out off. I just need to stop adding stuff until I get it done. You always make time for what you want to do. #LeadLAP
A1: A great life is not had in past tense, but lived in the present, garnering true satisfaction in the positive impact you have on those surrounding you every day and continuing to celebrate far into the future, understanding your part of a bigger picture. #LeadLAP
A2. I always wanted to blog and share ideas with others - now I put time on my calendar (evenings and weekends) to make it happen. Has allowed me strengthen connections to others and grow as a learner. #LeadLAP
#LeadLAP A great life is finding joy in the things that happen all day long and forging meaningful relationships with others. Sounds so simple, but yet is elusive for so many people.#positivemindset
A2:) My biggest put off for the past two years have been writing a book and getting back in shape. With the help of @alienearbud and staying accountable to the tribe, the book will come. With the inspiration from #FitLeaders the grind will be fun. #LeadLAP
A2
BELIEVE IN THE NOW
✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨
Believe in the now, and enjoy the moment as it unfolds. It might not be easy, but let your heart fill with optimism. Life happens in mysterious ways, believe in the sunrise… believe it’s possible. #LeadLAP
A2: Personally, getting back to an exercise routine. I exercise but not with the same commitment. I know it will help me physically and mentally. Steps: Just start and make it happen. Mark the calendar and approach like an appointment not a task. #leadlap
A2: I don’t put things off. My challenge is making sure I spend most of my time on the things that matter most and not get caught up in the ‘urgent but unimportant’ #LeadLAP
I find myself putting off things related to my health. I’m always saying “I’ll get that checkup later” Truthfully it should have already been done. I have to take care of me first sometimes in order to be a better me for someone else. This is my push! I needed this nudge #leadlap
A2: I can say, my plate is full. Although there are some thing I want to do someday, I do what I can each day. I also take time to celebrate successes along the way. I give credit where it's due. #Leadlap
A2: I’ve always wanted to write a book and create a blog, and recently I shared this with my Ss and they have been so supportive. Since my contracts ends this school year, instead of going to another school, I’m going to work on these goals. #LeadLap
A2: I would love to pursue a doctorate in school improvement but I continue to put it off. I’m apprehensive about how I would balance this with my current role as a principal. #LeadLAP
A2: Professionally, working on providing feedback before eval this year (LeadLap style) and having Ts observe one another. Currently making it happen! #leadlap
A2 I always put off my blog & personal writing. I even found an article where I explained how I would write to help other teachers.
From 1989. Published in a newspaper.
I've given myself a deadline of my 55th birthday.
Coming way too quickly!
#leadLAP
A2: Say it out loud for others to hear. It helps you be accountable. I did this this year by setting 2 goals I always wanted to do. I’ve now formed my own #nonprofit and I’m 16500 words into writing a book I hope to publish. #LeadLAP#futureauthor
A1: A great life looks like defining success for YOURSELF and living your passion, not what others want for you. Lots of curiosity, growth, and LAUGHTER! Surrounding yourself by positivity and love and spreading it. #LEADlap
A2: One step I've started making is to think of HOW I can do it or make that a reality instead of thinking that I WISH I could do this or that! #LeadLAP
A2: We always want more time, right? I think there is one thing in particular that I want to do, but I know that I always want more TIME. So the change for my life is my #oneword2018: #Balance. It is a daily struggle—some days are wins, some are definitely not! 🤔😳🙃#LeadLAP
A2: “Perfection isn’t the objective. Action is.” via DuFour is a quote I reflect on constantly. I am paralyzed by the idea of perfection. I need to learn to lean on others and trust the process! I preach it but have a hard time doing it myself. #LeadLap
A2: I have always wanted to speak French fluently. I have started learning the language several times and made decent progress (usually during the summer). But, as work get busy, that becomes my focus. I could carve out 20 minutes a day to practice French as a solution. #leadlap
A1: A great life... 1) surrounding yourself with the people you care about... 2) helping people reach their full potential... 3) continually striving for improvement! #LEADlap
A1: A great life is a life lived with purpose and integrity. A great life is also lived with passion! For me, this means being my best self while serving others and never excluding passion for family, friends and leading with my ♥️. #LeadLAP
A2: Definitely traveling again. I LOVED traveling in and out of the States pre-kids. Now that they are older making these plans as a family is a priority and so exciting to anticipate! I want them learning thru experience...not just books and tech. #LeadLAP
A2. I put long races like @SpartanRace@ToughMudder & @runDisney events on my calendar all the time, but I rarely get to put in the necessary training like I’d like to. While simply competing regularly keeps me fit, I’d love to carve out more proper time to do it right. #LEADlap
A2: I tend to put off things that I worry won’t be perfect, like writing the draft of my dissertation proposal or trying something new. But it’s time to break free from the prison of perfectionism and just get things done. #LeadLAP
A2: This is about acting with purpose and intention for me. In the end, you must prioritize. Some important things don't make the cut. Just make sure everything that does is important and avoid regret by having faith in your system and choices. #LeadLAP
A2: I used to be the best power walker, so dedicated and faithful. I've been missing it but haven't made myself get back on the trail.
Step one: Get a new pair of walking shoes for the support I need.
Step two: Just do it!
Step 3: Feel better. #leadlap
This is mine as well! I swore I'd start doing it this summer without publishing and build up the resources so I could space them out over the year but I fell into a summer of extreme and much needed self care and let the ball drop! #leadlap
A2 - I'm putting off starting a blog (self-doubt, lack of clarity on purpose, time, etc.) I would also love to go back to school for a PhD. Maybe when my kids go to college, I could too! #leadlap
A2 Someday is today, realized a few years ago couldn’t help my learners w. multiple disabilities from classroom, if there weren’t enough prepared teachers coming in behind me. Finishing doctorate, landed the dream job, let’s go. #leadlap
A2. I've always wanted to write more and be brave about sharing my passions in education. A step in that direction is to just start small...maybe start blogging regularly and create voice outside my school community? #LeadLAP
As I talk to my Ss and few colleagues about this risk, I’ve been given so many ideas. The conversations with my Ss have been the best. When you can share this with your Ss, the kids just start sharing their stories. It’s really amazing! #leadlap
A2: I’ve always wanted to write a book and create a blog, and recently I shared this with my Ss and they have been so supportive. Since my contracts ends this school year, instead of going to another school, I’m going to work on these goals. #LeadLap
A2:I have put off becoming part of a PLN through Twitter, Facebook, etc. Here I am giving it a shot. Trying to continue my growth mindset by challenging myself with things that are a little scary for me. Pushing my excellence, being an Awesomizer! @casas_jimmy#culturize#leadlap
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
A2: I’ve always wanted to #write a children’s book due to my love of reading and enjoyment of reading aloud to children. I would love to find a partner to be my #Illustrator#LEADlap
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
A3: I push to learn something/anything new everyday! 5 min on Twitter can spark so much personal learning! #leadlap Yesterday it was entering student lists in FlipGrid!
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
A3 If you would have asked me two year ago, this might be different. In my new normal, I am learning all the time. But it is for new work...and I l be it. #LeadLAP
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
Getting past the fear and self-doubt was the hardest part for me too. Now I just try to always use my authentic voice. I have learned I won’t be everyone’s cup of tea but that’s okay! #LEADLAP
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
A3; I’m sitting down to learn about my own fragilities right now. It’s been an interesting journey so far! Building capacity and resilience to discover my triggers and better navigate them. Brand new to me. #leadLAP
This used to be mine until I found some classes that fill up my tank! I found a community outside of teaching and it is so nice to have that space. My instructors have taught me so much that I build directly into my classes and my work with my DEPT. group fitness FTW #leadlap
A3: something that I put off for years is quilting. My grandma used to quilt and I have said for 40 years that I am going to learn. I have taught myself and couldn't be happier. very relaxing. My grandma is looking down from heaven smiling. #leadlap
I do not think I’m a writer at all, but my wife has given me the courage to move forward. She is very talented and has offered to help. I have the support, so I figured I had no more excuses. #leadlap
A3. I wanted to extend the learning of those who participate weekly in the #BookCampPD chats. I kept asking myself ..."How can I do this?" Finally decided it would be through a website that incorporated what a chat could not. So I had to learn how to create a website. #LeadLAP
A3: I am learning in my new role EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. I feel vulnerable daily. It’s good, but a challenge for me. Learning federal funds, budgeting, organizational structures. Thankful for @LaurieCISD and @abrooksapple for their faith in me! #LeadLap
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
A3: Happy to say it’s currently happening for me. Piggyback off my A2 I did all my own research to start my nonprofit including navigating IRS forms and state laws. Far from an expert but it was a great journey of learning to believe in myself. #LeadLAP
A3: I love, LOVE learning! In the last couple weeks, I have been practicing @Flipgrid with @smgaillard and @mrG_ccmsReading, and I learned a couple new things on @wakelet this week! Learning new things keeps us fresh, gets our juices flowing, and recharges our batteries! #LeadLAP
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
A3: As part of living a balanced life, I was #challenged by my good friend @ryanssiemens to get a hobby. So I have been learning all sorts of new things to try to find something that I really enjoy and like to do. Its kinda hard! #LeadLAP#igrewagarden
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
A2 #leadLAP I have always wanted to learn Spanish so I can communicate fluently with the parents of my students (and my students who need that, as well). I can invest in a program like Rosetta Stone today to start that process! #E3mustangs
A3
TRY A NEW ANGLE
✨✨✨✨✨✨✨
Every. Single. Day. Having a thirst for learning makes life intriguing to me. Exploring challenge and being willing to adjust perspective can result result in beautiful change. #LeadLAP
Big time. I’m running the 140-mile GAP Trail relay in two weeks. Four person team of 24 hour running from Md. to Pittsburgh. My longest training workout so far? A measly 30 minutes of burpees. Need to do better. #leadlap
In reply to
@fourmonkeypress, @SpartanRace, @ToughMudder, @runDisney
A3: My midlife crisis led me to take up martial arts. It tested my boundaries, forced humility, reminded me about respect and, in the end, increased my self confidence. Competing in my second tournament next weekend. Officially the 'old guy' but I like my chances. #LeadLAP
A3) I have been trying to learn and practice Spanish a little more. I took German in high school and I’ve noticed the kids really light up when I can respond to them in their native language or they see me at least trying. 😬 #leadLAP
Great question, Michael. For me new learning has been taking some painting and drawing classes with my daughter. I’ve always thought I “couldn’t draw”. Classes have pushed me to do more than I ever thought I could. #LeadLAP
A3:) Hmmm...🤔 Brand new from scratch unrelated to work was probably when I sat at my daughters keyboard and learned how to play the hook from Van Halen’s “Dreams” a few months back. Other than that professional learning 24-7 baby! #LeadLAP
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
A2: Im slowly checking off my prof bucket list. My next adventures will include creating an edtech tool of my own and writing a book... I will probably start this next fall after I complete my doctorate. Right now I am looking for mentors and resources. #leadlap@mrmatera
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
A1:A GREAT LIFE looks like—
G-oing w/what makes you happy
R-andoms act of kindness
E-njoying your family
A-ppreciating what you have
T-elling others they can do great things
L-eading others
I-nspiring kids
F-ulfillung your dreams
E-very day your breathing, be grateful
#LeadLAP
A3: I am constantly working to learn how to better my singing. Stage presence is also a skill separate from the singing part. I work to learn more about both. Also pushed myself to learn to draw with the #Sketch50 last year. Great experience! #LeadLAP
A3: actually just yesterday. Sitting through math PD, I learned all types of new strategies to use to solve problems. I only wish it had been presented to me in that way when I was a kid! #LEADLAP
A3 #leadLAP New Principal this year after being an AP for 4 years. I am learning new things DAILY! And loving the added depth it has brought to my life. #E3mustangs
A3: Love this question! It’s a great practice to feel what learners feel and reflect on those feelings! Learning something new can make you feel vulnerable and even scared. How can we use those reflections to empower our kids? #LeadLAP
A3: This is a weird one. My daughter just began her braces prep. Step 1: Palate Expander. I had to learn how to insert the key and crank the expander open a bit at a time #LeadLAP
A3 last week I needed to learn how to take apart a new machine I had purchased for proper cleaning and be able to put it back together. It was a foreign process to me and I’m not mechanical so it was a great activity for me to research and then practice #leadLAP
A3: Recently I’ve learned the following new things: how to use a French press for ☕️! How to change out my car battery. Both are simple. Could argue that both are critical to getting where you need to be in the AM!
#leadlap
A3: Good question!! Honestly for the last couple of weeks I have taken the time to learn how to be a better mother. With the many life stressors of life and work, I found myself always busy and on the go, so now it’s about that 13 year old son of mine more than anything. #leadlap
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
I truly believe that educators like @KimSnodgrass who view life with an exceptional lens of creativity, are individuals we should listen closely to. Their imaginations run wild and their passion extremely deep. #LeadLAP
A3
TRY A NEW ANGLE
✨✨✨✨✨✨✨
Every. Single. Day. Having a thirst for learning makes life intriguing to me. Exploring challenge and being willing to adjust perspective can result result in beautiful change. #LeadLAP
A3: Work comes to mind first as I am running a school as only admin in the building for the first time, but in the summer I learned how to plant a flower garden to support bees, butterflies and humming birds :) #LeadLAP
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
Oof.. Personally, organizing my house and having kids. Professionally, I always put off grading. My plan is to budget my time and plan my day better! #LeadLAP
A3: I'm learning how to watercolor paint. Since I know very little about painting, this learning has been a very humbling experience and reminded me what students experience on a very regular basis. #leadlap
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
A3: It happened when I applied for the Google Innovator. I realized how little I know about video editing and animation. It was kind of a disaster, but I’ll try again. Now that I have the experience, I know what not to do. #leadlap
A3: I’m learning about query functions to help me organize data more efficiently in Google sheets. This is work related but is some learning I’m doing on my own. @youtube is an excellent teacher for this data nerd! #LeadLAP
I guess true learning is an essential element to my good life. Hmmm.. I’m seeing the connection between questions... 🤔🧐Bloom would be proud. 😳 #LeadLAP
Being a teacher is part of who I am. So pushing myself to learn how to use @unity3d to build video games has been so invigorating to me. I don’t even think of it as just for work. 😎
#LeadLap
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
A3. I live in a predominantly Spanish speaking neighborhood. It’s a very slow and humbling process, but I’m trying to reteach myself Spanish so that I can communicate with local businesses & neighbors in their native tongue. #LeadLap
Raking a break from this project going through Twitter. About 3 yrs ago I learned how to machine quilt. I'm always learning new patterns and designs. Such great learning and new processing for my brain. #leadlap
A3: I had to get creative for New Teacher Orientation this year due to construction & held it at a dance studio. When I went to set up the night before, there was a partner salsa class happening. SO OUT OF MY COMFORT ZONE! So fun! Going back! #LEADlap
Hello #LeadLAP and @mrmatera. Enjoying participating this lovely morning from Seattle. I am an Edtech junky, formerly at Microsoft and now helping small Edtech startups get, well, started up. And spending as much time as possible in my childrens' classrooms, trying to help.
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
A3. I feel like every day I'm learning something new. This week I tried a Voxer chat for the first time- not a huge learning curve, but a new way of communicating! #LeadLAP
Geez! Non-work related....I'm not sure I can. In my new role this year, I'm learning so much everyday and absolutely love it! This past year I had a new move personally and professionally, so I'm on learning overload. YEAH! New challenges=new growth! #LeadLAP
A3: Ok, so personally, I've learned how tragedy changes your life. Too feel it is to know it. Learning to be happy that a life was well lived instead of the length of life. #leadlap
A3: Life-long learning is what led me to pursue my career as an educator. Grant yourself permission to be a lifetime student. Grad school and on the job experiences are my daily experiences. Timeline: Last night and this morning! #alwayslearning#cantturnitoff#LeadLAP
A3: yesterday I learned about the art of presenting via pechakucha (20 slides x 20 seconds per slide) Today I'm learning about mix minus so I can have guests on the @WeGotTechED podcast. @mrmatera#leadlap
A4: This is a hard question! I think my ability to build relationships. It helps me in my job every single day. I am a rock for so many & the trust I have with the kids and adults in my building is important. #LeadLAP
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
A2) wow this one is tough. For me I would have to say it was spending time investing in myself. Reading, exercise, family time, vacations, the like. I never felt like I had the time to be “selfish.” Now I have an accountability partner who keeps me in check. It’s working #LeadLAP
A4: I do think my gift is focus and persistence. I do not give up until I have accomplished my/our goal. My strengths based leadership results are all in achieving area. I need learn to lean on others more to achieve together! #LeadLap
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
I think my gifts are thinking creatively, using humor and sarcasm, utilizing technology, being nurturing, and I'd be a KILLER partner at Name That Tune!! #LeadLAP
A3 I'm constantly learning new things for work. @MarianaGSerrato & @KQED@PBSLrnMedia taught me how to make infographics this week. For home, I'm constantly learning about gardening and home improvement. Learning how to make a BBQ island/bar for my backyard!
This is SO true. If we looked around our school buildings and reflected on those with this passion for creativity to be sure they are always included in our goal setting sessions we would be far better off. #LeadLAP
A3: I'm learning how to play the ukulele. I know quite a few chords now, but there are a LOT of layers to this magical little instrument. Learning finger picking and other techniques I don't have the name for presently.
https://t.co/FQ5mCUQwv7#leadlap
A1: Sandra here first time on #LEADlap from London UK. A great life looks like appreciating what you have, courage to live life on your own terms, willingness to learn and grow, and love for yourself and the world around you.
A4: My eternal optimism. I see the glass half full, see the good in everyone, and sometimes the bad smacks me down, but I bounce back eventually, and then lather, rinse, repeat. Makes it easy to give Ss a fresh start daily, or even during class. #LeadLAP
A4. My dad says I have the gift of gab. Not sure if that is necessarily a good thing 😂😂😂😂 I would say I’m called to help be a voice for the voiceless for early childhood education. Advocacy is important to me #LEADLAP
A3: I am often learning from my students, who learn from books after learning to read...I've learned there is some kind of frog big enough to eat a rat. I learned about wolf spiders. "There's so many people who can help us learn" -Mr. Rogers. #Leadlap
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
A4: After years of thinking it wasn’t anything special, I’ve come to realize my gift is empathy. I’m starting to get better about being empathetic without forgetting about self-care in the process. I’ve been fortunate to be there for others when they have needed it. #leadlap
A4: The gift of my two children. I am the only one (w/ the help of my husband) who could create them. Teaching them to be in public service if they choose & help others in their lives is the greatest impact I can make. #LeadLAP
A4: I hope that my gifts are connecting to people, building relationships, being human, extending grace, and leaving things a little better than I found them. #LeadLAP
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
A4 Wow, I think it is a couple of things that work in tandome with one another my ability to build relationships and make connections and then using that relationship to encourage people to take risks and grow. #leadLAP
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
A3: This question has really got me thinking. I think I try to learn “easy” new things often. But the really big things, the ones that are hard? I’m not sure. What am I waiting for? #LeadLAP
A3) I learn frequently with training partners at the gym. We push, challenge, and learn from each other. It’s completely unrelated to work, and it is a great disconnect and release. I also recently sat down to learn more about working on cars. #LeadLAP
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
My gift is clear to me. I am here to help advocate for and help young #lgbtq people change the world. I am high school teacher. Greatest job in the world 😎 for me 😉
#LeadLAP
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
A4: Speaking my mind and the grind and belief in tomorrow. I seriously believe each day is a day to do something new! I live and breathe that each day is a new day!#LeadLap
A4
A LITTLE SPARKLE
✨✨✨✨✨✨✨
My passion is my gift. I am filled with joy when I can be creative and add a little sparkle to the world and the lives of those around me. #LeadLAP
A4:) I’d say my ability to envision the very big, long term, picture of what can and should be in an equitable society and being unwaveringly passionate in my desire to achieve that, sometimes to my own detriment politically. #LeadLAP
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
A4: This is a picture a staff member captured and shared with me. No matter what else is going on, I work to always be immersed in the heartbeat of our school...Ss and staff. #leadLAP
A4: wow this is my all time favorite leadlap chat question. I am the only one who can share my story, philosophy, education, leadership, love of students teachers and learning. Thanks for this amazing question #LEADlap
A4 I believe that I am an idea maker. I like taking in the in the box content, think creatively, and then proceed to outside of the box thinking to create new ideas. @mrmatera#leadlap
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
Thanks @burgess_shelley and @BethHouf it has been fun to run this chat focusing on my new Keynote / workshop topic of the power of intentionality. It has been well received everywhere I go. Thanks for letting me share it here on #LeadLAP@burgessdave
In reply to
@burgessdave, @dbc_inc, @burgess_shelley, @BethHouf, @burgessdave
Yup, your creativity shines brightly all over Twitter. I hope you continue to seek out more creative ways to share your important messages with all of us. #LeadLAP
I think many of us find ourselves doing the same thing. I’ve been trying to push myself to take real learning risks. It is not easy, but it starts with our mindset, right? #leadlap
A4) Wow! I love this one. Building relationships with people, pushing others to be better, and working with others to build a compelling future. #LeadLAP
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
It’s beginning to feel pretty magical...🦄❤️💫
Early morning unicorn-cookie-making + the luckiest of charms!🦄❤️💫
Today’s the BIG DAY for #MLmagical! Eeeeek!😆💫❤️
#RealEdu#tlap#leadlap
A4: I think a few are my ability to see strengths and talents in others, my “systems-thinking” and ability to see the big picture and how things connect, staying calm and rational under pressure. #LeadLAP
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
✨So exciting to have #HiveSummit back!!! #LeadLAP, be sure to check it out and pass it on to your staff. Free rockstar PD encore for a whole week! https://t.co/wfxEP3pzDU ✨
A4: My gift is my passion for kids and what I do. I try to share this with everyone who will listen. When I leave the room, I want people to feel inspired #LeadLAP
A4: I think my gift is the ability to delight in the presence of the person I'm with, to step into their story and be relational, to bring them just a little joy so that they're a tiny bit better than when I found them. To make them my favorite for that moment in time. #leadlap
So important as an educator! What triggers us can impact our work w/ students w/out us even knowing. I realized this yesterday, discussing Kavanaugh with my 9th Gr male learners. The convo we had cracked my hardened shell. I hadn't been as open as I imagine myself to be #leadlap
A4 Through early life experiences with individuals w. special needs, I’ve been given the gift to *connect* with learners w. severe/multiple special needs & deafblindness #leadlap
A4: I have a set of resilience genes that have been tested g8ly @keep me popping up like weeble. I wobble but I don’t stay down.I am blessed with the gift of music to share with others. I love fiercely and work endlessly My heart is very very soft. #LeadLAP
A4: I think I have a really big heart. I truly care about others, our students, their families, the staff that work with them. I try to empathize. I try to understand. I hope I always show compassion. #LeadLAP
A4) My gifts: I really love seeing teens grow, esp when they have those lightbulb 💡 moments! And I think perseverance, if I want to do something, I will find a way and a team to go with me! (Running has def contributed to that mindset.) #leadLAP
A4: I think my gifts are positivity, encouragement, and building connections. One of the reasons I became an administrator was to support and inspire teachers in taking risks and growing themselves. #leadlap
A3 Thankfully, I'm in a sch where I lrn professionally & personally daily. It's just what we all do!
Latest: purchasing a domain to reinvent my old blog. (Def will be lrng this for the indefinite future - so hard!)
Prior lrng: throwing a garden wedding in May! Whew! #leadLAP
A4: I would say my gift is bringing literature to life for Ss. I so enjoy reading aloud using various voices & accents to entertain & engage Ss. As a former Lit Coach, teacher & admin, I have been blessed 2 share this passion with thousands of Ss over the last 21 years! #LEADLap
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
Staying calm is so important! This week we had to call 911 for a student. There was a meeting in our conference room. When we announced a "hold & secure" they thought it was a drill because I was so calm when I told them! #LeadLAP
A4: My gift to the world is reassurance. I feel I exist for the support of others. When they are unsure, not confident, or simply down, I want to reassure them of the positive in it all. This includes family, friends, faculty, staff, students, & others. I see the good. #leadlap
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
A4: Passion, Enthusiasm, Encouragement for learning & growing no matter where you're at in the journey. Try to meet others where they are & move forward one step at a time. #LeadLAP
A4. My Babci once told me “John Michael, you’re all heart.”
For me, the highs are incredibly high - almost impossibly so. But the lows can be downright debilitating.
I’m working to “make the beast beautiful.” @_sarahwilson_
It’s a very long, very delicate process. #LeadLap
A4: I’m passionate & believe we should always keep kids first. My job is to simplify the complicated to support staff in doing the right work. We are always learning & sometimes we fail. That’s ok. It’s my responsibility to model this growth mindset attitude every day. #LeadLAP
A4 I think my gifts are reflection, analysis, creativity, and passion. Maybe a philosopher of sorts? Sense of humor... I like this question - I'm always asking how we can help others share their gifts with the world, but oddly, I've never really asked that of myself! #leadlap
A4: I think I have a really big heart. I truly care about others, our students, their families, the staff that work with them. I try to empathize. I try to understand. I hope I always show compassion. #LeadLAP
You are not only a 'star' at this but a 'shooting star' that moves quickly across the dark sky (Twitter) and lightens the night for all of us - to guide us to model your efforts #LeadLAP
I’ve never been in a room with you @JayBilly2 but I felt inspired after reading every single chapter of #CultureMatters. Your passion filled that book!
A4: This is hard. I like to think of myself as a sparring partner. Pushing others to improve by asking hard questions & creating enough tension for them to not rest on imagined laurels. I think this is hard to do well and have come to believe I'm better than average. #LEADlap
Spread your wings (yes) but always always love your peeps (BIG yes!) We are so much stronger together. Yesterday we loved so much and experienced life. We are empowered and ready to rock and roll today!! #BestJeffersonEver#leadlap#experientiallearning
A5: Woo! Love visioning and streching! DuFour calls these “BHAGS” Big, Hairy, Audacious Goals! Mine is to align our PL in our district to our core values and goals that our stakeholders generate and provide feedback on! Will be a process! #LeadLap
I find setting weekly, monthly, and yearly goals are a great way to get yourself in the right mindset. I also make sure my goals are visible throughout the day/week. I use post-it notes and post them on my desktop screen! #leadlap
A5 my manifesto. To give each student a chancr to have a posotive and engaging experience with history so they continue learming and growing long after they leave my room. #LeadLAP
It really is important. People watch your reaction to determine how they themselves should react. Being calm, level-headed and rational is key. #LeadLAP
A5: I would love to have a building of shared leadership, with no hierarchy. I want Ss, Ts and admin to work together to make the best learning environment possible for kids. Where parents & community members come & go as they please. #LeadLAP
You are not only a 'star' at this but a 'shooting star' that moves quickly across the dark sky (Twitter) and lightens the night for all of us - to guide us to model your efforts #LeadLAP
A2: I’ve always wanted to do theatre. Always. So there’s an amateur theatre close to my house that does musicals - only not sure that I can sing! I’m about to start singing lessons in time for the auditions. Excited. Terrified. #LEADlap
A5. All about relationships thru Striving to bring positivity and kindness to school culture; create teacher leaders, engage parents and provide kids chances to lead. #LeadLAP
A5. On the first day of class each year, I tell my students that “your favorite class is the one that you like the most, but your best class is the one where you learn the most.”
My goal every single day is to be both of those things for every single one of my students.
#LeadLap
A1: GREAT LIFE looks like—
G-oing w/what makes you happy
R-andoms act of kindness
E-njoying your family
A-ppreciating what you have
T-elling others they can do great things
L-eading others
I-nspiring kids
F-ulfilling your dreams
E-very day you’re breathing, be grateful
#LeadLAP
A4: My gift is my passion for kids and what I do. I try to share this with everyone who will listen. When I leave the room, I want people to feel inspired #LeadLAP
To restore humanity to education via purposeful, meaningful learning to every single student by developing communities of democratic schools & progressive education practice. #leadlap
A2: I haven’t really had anything that I’ve put off. I feel like I’m usually right where God wants me to be or doing what He wants me to do. When He says move, I move. If that makes sense! #LeadLAP
Agreed. I often see myself as the chief connector. Helping people understand how all the pieces fit together. We aren’t doing 10 new things. We are adding one piece to the big puzzle. #LeadLAP
A5) To create an environment where ALL students achieve at high levels, where ALL truly means ALL, and where adults are relentless in ensuring ALL students meet that goal. This is my passion. #LeadLAP
A5) My manifesto: To slow down and enjoy the little moments in teaching so that my students might revel in their big moments. Practically that means seeking mentor input for feedback on my classes. 2nd year teaching and I already see myself leading more independent. #leadLAP
A5. Mama’s Manifesto: As a former teacher who went through extreme burnout, I want to help others recognize early signs of burnout and provide applicable strategies of what educators can do when they feel the 🔥burn🔥 #teacherburnout#leadlap
Ah yes .. that is you being humble and never imagining yourself as a 'star' but I watch your brilliance shine every day on Twitter. You inspire many! #LeadLAP
You are not only a 'star' at this but a 'shooting star' that moves quickly across the dark sky (Twitter) and lightens the night for all of us - to guide us to model your efforts #LeadLAP
A4: Before this year, I didn't realize I had a green thumb. Creating rich soil from student food scraps led us to grow a gorgeous garden. I also realized how much I like to write when filling out the @EDGreenRibbon application. #Leadlap Book time?
A5: My manifesto is to improve education for all our learners—To offer them choice, capitalize on their strengths & gifts, & listen to their voice. We need to rethink education, to #DareToBeDifferent, #FixTheSystem, & help create good humans who are kind to each other. #LeadLAP
A5 My Manifesto: I want to spread a joy for learning focused on personal passions and growth that will inspire others to shout from the roof tops for a more personalized approach in education that will revolutionize how we LIVE or lives. #leadLAP
A5: Life happens! This is my life! It is up to me think optimally, be disciplined, have courage, achieve greatness, appreciate and be appreciated, and to be a change. I determine my path and my journey! #Leadlap
A5. In a new positionthis year. My stretch goal is to creat relationships with each person I serve and find ways to empower them,even when it isn’t part of my job. #leadLAP
Ah yes .. that is you being humble and never imagining yourself as a 'star' but I watch your brilliance shine every day on Twitter. You inspire many! #LeadLAP
You are not only a 'star' at this but a 'shooting star' that moves quickly across the dark sky (Twitter) and lightens the night for all of us - to guide us to model your efforts #LeadLAP
A5:) To transform education into a space where professionals intentionally serve the desires and needs of the community in a truly partnering fashion. Gone are the days of hidden agendas and unethical politics that advance adults on the backs of marginalized communities. #LeadLAP
#LeadLAP A5 To make our school a loving and caring space for all who enter to grow, thrive, and feel accepted and safe. Proud that our staff is the perfect group to make this happen.
A5: I’ve had the pleasure to work under some amazing leaders. I am where I am because of them. I want to be just that. When it’s all done, the people I have served will say... I’ve worked under some great leaders (and they will be thinking about me). #LEADlap
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
A5: Longer table, not higher fences! Much is expected from whom much is given. I believe that good gets good & good is opening yourself up to seeking greatness and happiness in others. #LeadLAP
A4 My gifts to the world are in my Twitter profile:
💜Inquirer
💜Writer Alongside Children
💜Noticer of Life
💜Keeper of Memories.
My teaching comes through all those facets.
#leadLAP
A5 As a teacher-librarian, my manifesto is to to share my love of the written word, create a culturally sensitive, learner-centered environment and teach research & 21st-century skills all while building relationships. #leadlap
A5: I will constantly strive to learn teach and lead, living my values of respect responsibility honesty and caring. #LeadLAP. Thanks again for the questions all day.
Whoa #LEADlap, no time for small talk - let's get serious! I like your style. My gift, I hope, is genuinely connecting with people and finding the beauty in who they are as individuals and then using that to bridge people together. I believe human connection is medicine. #LEADlap
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
A5:) To transform education into a space where professionals intentionally serve the desires and needs of the community in a truly partnering fashion. Gone are the days of hidden agendas and unethical politics that advance adults on the backs of marginalized communities. #LeadLAP
A5) Strive to build capacity in others and help them to uncover their strengths and purpose to fulfill their dreams, encourage others to take risks, and create/facilitate a culture where everyone feels like they belong and has a purpose. #LeadLAP
A5: My manifesto is to improve education for all our learners—To offer them choice, capitalize on their strengths & gifts, & listen to their voice. We need to rethink education, to #DareToBeDifferent, #FixTheSystem, & help create good humans who are kind to each other. #LeadLAP
Q5: I truly believe that the Edtech journey in K12 has just started and I WANT TO GET THIS BUGGER RIGHT! For all of you marvelous educators, for my kids, for everybody's kids. Don't totally know what that looks like yet, but I'm working on it. #LEADlap
A2: I’ve always wanted to do theatre. Always. So there’s an amateur theatre close to my house that does musicals - only not sure that I can sing! I’m about to start singing lessons in time for the auditions. Excited. Terrified. #LEADlap
#LeadLAP A4 I think my gift is that I believe every child can learn and is special. I have a knack for building relationships with the toughest of students. I feel so blessed that that’s the gift I was given. Do you
A5. In a new position this year. My stretch goal is to create relationships with each person I serve and find ways to empower them, even when it isn’t part of my job. #leadLAP#leadLAP
A5 My manifesto: Transform schools and teaching through the dialogic process so that each person can share their gifts with the world. I swear, I'm not copying Q4! 😍 #leadlap and #passion are key to this process! Share that process with others so they can intentionally apply it
A5: Life happens! This is my life! It is up to me think optimally, be disciplined, have courage, achieve greatness, appreciate and be appreciated, and to be a change. I determine my path and my journey! #Leadlap
A5: My manifesto is to empower, to help our future BELIEVE that anything is possible, that they are strong enough to hurdle anything that life throws their way. That they are our HOPE and joy. I want to be that hope dealer that helps nurture resilience and grit. #leadlap
A5: My manifesto... I will help create schools that inspire students and staff to dream big and empower them with the confidence and competence to pursue those dreams. I will work to make the world a better place, more compassionate and more equitable. #LeadLAP
A4: I think I’m good at relating and connecting with people for the most part. I also think very strategically and with purpose when planning or organizing. #LeadLAP
Q4: take a moment, think, reflect, and share with us what your gifts are that you share with the world. Talk with others on #LeadLap about theres. Build meanful relationships.
Hi all first time here, forgive me I’ve been using the wrong hashtag 🙄🤦🏾♀️ but I’m Wendy from Florida, and this week I rolled out a module to help my organization go paperless, super exciting #LEADlap
A5: My manifesto is to find and help bring out the best in others. Looking for the good in people is not ‘rose coloured glasses’ it is an intentional search for the strengths of others #LeadLAP
A6: Don't stand back & watch. Ask questions. If something happens I don't like or understand - ASK QUESTIONS! Find the why! Don't be afraid - stand up for those who can't stand up for themselves! #LeadLAP
A6. I need to remember that most of life is how we respond to situations and greatest leadership quality is “influence” or to help others. It’s not about me. #LeadLAP
A5: I will keep changing the world one child at a time. I will not let the problems of society become our problems at school. I will love, lead, and encourage. I will accept what I cannot change but never keep trying. #leadlap#ehpsstartwithwhy#momauguinproud#EduGladiators
A5:) To transform education into a space where professionals intentionally serve the desires and needs of the community in a truly partnering fashion. Gone are the days of hidden agendas and unethical politics that advance adults on the backs of marginalized communities. #LeadLAP
A5: To have a servant ❤️ to work to help those I’m blessed to encounter truly understand the power of love, show grace to others, model the importance of the presumption of positive intent while being brave enough to challenge when needed #LeadLAP
A5: My stretch goal: Help staff and students discover their strength and inner power so they can accomplish anything to which they put their minds, even things that seem scary and require risk-taking.
#leadlap
A4: My gift: My unwillingness to give up on students and/or teachers. Surround & wrap them with up my positive energy ALL DAY, EVERY DAY!!!! Provide a world class experience NO MATTER WHAT!!!! #LeadLap#TLap
A5 I firmly believe there are only two things we can control in our world and they are connected to all other things. Our attitude and our effort. Having a positive and open approach to these things is life changing #leadLAP
A6: I’m ready to soar higher. Tomorrow brings about new change and I want it to be change for the better. A better me is determined by my actions to be a better me. It won’t happen by chance. Get ready world... I’m coming full force #Success#leadlap
#LeadLAP A6 Had a tough couple of days. Decided I had to remind myself of the great around me and my role in that. Challenged myself to celebrate the amazing efforts in those around me. Week ended on a high!
A6: Change "This can't be done." to "How can this be done?" and work toward solutions. If it is truly important to us, we will find a way to make it happen. Don't throw away your shot. Take aim and let it fly! #LeadLAP
Thank you @mrmatera for the very thoughtful questions today! My brain is still spinning with thoughts! #LeadLAP crew you always start my weekend off right! #thankyou#grateful
A6: Roll with the punches. We have no clue what tomorrow is going to bring, but if we are prepared and expectant then no matter what hits us, good or bad, we will be able to persevere. #LeadLAP
wow amazing questions this morning. I love! I believe that you need to always be a step ahead by asking questions. Don't let life pass by as everyday is a gift. Know your "WHY" is so critical every single day!!! #leadlap
A6: I recognized this. We implemented “Mindset Mondays” at our school. Each student and staff member wears a positive message on their shirt.
Forces you to think more positively!
Partnered with https://t.co/96OFLAiFdd. #leadlap
A5: Whether I’m in school or on the street, I will be uplifting to those I meet. To be loving and caring are the gifts I will continually be sharing. #leadlap
A6) It’s all about how you frame things. When life gets crazy focus on the good around you. Immerse yourself in what you are passionate about and what keeps you going. I have a Ts room that I always go to when the day gets hard because I always leave energized. #LeadLAP
A6: Remember to find the gifts in what the challenges bring. Help others see the gifts in themselves, even when having to have those hard conversations! Making myself a reminder postit now! #leadlap
A6. I am a firm@believer that so much of what holds us back is what we tell ourselves. I have been making a conscious choice to be grateful for all steps of the journey and celebrate the vistas along the way. It has made such a difference for me. #leadlap
A6: Tomorrow is a GIFT 🎁!!!! Embrace every creature you meet, every experience you have, & soak up all of the love and blessings that surround you! #LeadLap
A6: I love that tomorrow is tomorrow...just trying to live in my moment, w/ my family, as this crazy world spins! A positive attitude can defeat 99.9% of the bad vibes out there. With that said, it can be hard to do sometimes! #LeadLAP
A6. I believe this is one of the amazing things about Twitter that we feel but never quite identify by name ....
an amazing group where you feel their attitudes.
#LeadLAP
My strengths lie in my commitment to strengthening the links between essential community organizations. I live in district. My own kids and my students see me being an active member of our community. This build relationships. #leadlap
A1- to me a great life is one with happiness and fulfillment...making everyday a day where you grow and further your goals in someway. Sometimes steps are big and sometimes they are small but all steps bring you closer to your goals #LeadLAP
A6: I think tomorrow is all about perspective & perseverance. Set a vision. Be passionate about it. Strive to achieve it. I am passionate about our school & how we #DareToBeDifferent & bring about change to create the best learning environment for everyone! #LeadLAP
My manifesto,or stretch document, is all about STRETCHING I aim to model self-discovery, self-reflection, goal-setting & growth as a personal, professional, & social NORTH STAR. If a school helps every individual in the community to aim for that, it can be transformative.#LeadLAP
A2: Im slowly checking off my prof bucket list. My next adventure will be creating an edtech tool of my own. ..Right now I am looking for mentors and resources. #leadlap@mrmatera
A6: Whatever tomorrow brings will simply be more fuel for our journeys, more fertilizer for our seeds. Through good, bad, and ugly. I have to remember this and be grateful in ALL things. Happy weekend and week ahead. May you find blessings in all of your burdens. #leadlap
A6. Remind myself of the growth mindset I encourage in my staff and students- we are never at the end of our goal, and there is always an opportunity to change things for the better. Life is more than "it is what it is" and we are the change agents. #LeadLAP
A5 #leadLAP My manifesto (mission in life) is to remember every day the butterfly effect of my actions have the power to build up or tear down, to create positivity or negativity... I’ve done both just in this last week. Every day matters. Every interaction matters. #E3mustangs
This is my passion and I love sharing it with you all. Thanks for having me on the #LeadLap today. So thank @BethHouf for reaching out and @burgess_shelley for putting in a good word.
In reply to
@clegleiter, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A6: Tomorrow will bring (hopefully if the universe will allow) happiness, grounded thinking, and new thoughts that at this moment I can’t even imagine!!! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼#LeadLAP
A6: Have a goal to direct yourself, but take each day at a time. If you screw up like I did yesterday, then tomorrow brings with it another chance to do better. #leadlap
A6: Whatever tomorrow brings will simply be more fuel for our journeys, more fertilizer for our seeds. Through good, bad, and ugly. I have to remember this and be grateful in ALL things. Happy weekend and week ahead. May you find blessings in all of your burdens. #leadlap
Thank you so much #LeadLap community. I have really enjoyed sharing this moment together. I am humbled to be asked, and honored to be joined by you all. Want to find joy in the journey of life than check out my site https://t.co/YCH10eLlXN
Thank you all!
A6: Success is not about achieving goals, its about the living and experiencing the journey that gets you there. I need to be reminded of this...OFTEN. #grace#leadLAP
A5 My manifesto:
Take the blessings I've received & unbelievable opportunities I've been given... & Pass it to the next generation of tchrs & lrnrs.
I appreciate every moment tchg my little ones, capturing things that might inspire others to try living this inquiry life. #LeadLAP
A2- I have for years wanted to work on ASL and other pursuits always seems to take a front seat. With programs like Rosetta Stone and other apps I have access but I need to take steps to practice and be proficient...maybe this next week that should be a #five4five 🤔#LeadLAP
A6:) Intentional positivity in the midst of turmoil has always been a challenge for me but at the same time I LOVE overcoming challenges. This year’s mantra has been to “live the dream” no matter what I step in. My kids and families deserve my best. Period. #LeadLAP
Thank you so much #LeadLap community. I have really enjoyed sharing this moment together. I am humbled to be asked, and honored to be joined by you all. Want to find joy in the journey of life than check out my site https://t.co/YCH10eLlXN
Thank you all!
A3: I’ve starting my own online consultancy. The learning curve is steep! I knew nothing about the makings or runnings of a business when I started and I keep learning daily. It’s hard but I love it and I’ve learned so much so far #LEADlap
Q3: If you really want to push yourself, don't answer this with something you had to learn for work. Truly, when was the last time you sat down to learn something new, for the first time. #LeadLap
Thank you Michal for the excellent, thought-provoking questions on #LeadLAP this morning! Thanks also to everyone else who joined in today’s chat. Great way to kick off a Saturday.
A6: I ask questions. I truly believe people who go into education do so because they care about kids and their success. Using this frame and seeking to understand in challenging situations often provides clarity and understanding. #leadlap
A6: On Monday, our staff has decided to refocus and help our students see themselves as SCHOLARS. Time to reset the expectations for learning. Time to reteach the mindsets our students need. Time to help our students believe in themselves again. #LeadLAP
