#oklaed Archive
This is the official Twitter account for #OklaEd, thehashtag that brings OK educators together. #OklaEd is not political & promotes constructive dialogue.
Sunday July 31, 2016
Welcome to the July 31st tweet-chat. Please introduce yourself and share your role in
Agreed! There is so much more to teaching than just the time spent in the classroom with the students! https://t.co/uQSM5ll1sx
Anyone who says teaching is an 8-3 job for only 9 months a year doesn’t know what they’re taking about
Blue Cereal - My role is is to be shy and demure. I'm not sure I'll have much to say if we're talking politics tonight.
Kathy Dunn, Mid-Del Assistant Superintendent
Good evening. Brant, MS Principal from Wyoming. Happy to be joining :)
Jack Reed, Assistant Principal at The US Grant High School in
Tyler Bridges, Asst Supt for and fighter for Ts, Ps, and Ss.
Shawn Hime: Executive Director, Oklahoma State School Boards Association Moderator
Amanda Smith, 5th ELA/SS, Moore
Amber DeWinter, Cache High School teacher
Dentists don't have economists & lawyers trying to tell them how to be better, but everyone thinks they know how to be a better T
Melinda Parks, social studies teacher and senior class sponsor at Westmoore High in
Hi -- I'm Claudia Swisher...the resident loudmouth, retired ELA teacher.
Terri Cullen Assoc Prof w have some of my students participating tonight too!
Kevin Hime Superintendent
Clay McDonald, Principal Piedmont Middle School
Michelle Waters, 9-11 English, Wayne High School
Meghan Loyd, MS Vocal Music, Broken Arrow.
Sarah B. Lawton MS reading teacher! Looking forward to enrollment this week!
John Bennett, Emeritus in Virginia.
Hey ! Amy Presley - HS History with Broken Arrow. May have spotty connection while riding shotgun on the turnpike home from STL.
Kim 5th grade teacher at Little Axe, not sure I'll have much to add. but I'm lurking.
Hello everyone! Steven a Middle School Assistant Principal from Missouri
David Burton. Social Studies/Business Ed coordinator 4 . Freshly home from Baton Rouge. https://t.co/nQmZTiuGAq
Welcome to the July 31st tweet-chat. Please introduce yourself and share your role in
This is awesome!! https://t.co/d8euKjPuV5
Anyone who says teaching is an 8-3 job for only 9 months a year doesn’t know what they’re taking about
Julie Bloss, Principal- Grove ECC ☀️
Rocky Lee - senior science Ed major at OU.
Everyone BE NICE TO THE BABY TEACHERS! And welcome - seriously. https://t.co/xTg9wjN0Vk
Terri Cullen Assoc Prof w have some of my students participating tonight too!
Jason James Professional Educator - Advocate for all Ss, enthusiast, Think a T pay raise is long overdue!
Good evening ! This is Deborah writing from Tulsa. Who's excited about Back to School ads!?
Kenzie Gifford 2nd grade Young educator trying to learn from the best
Leslie Parr, Tulsa 3rd grade teacher
Now that's dedication to . I'm impressed.
Kristy Cooper, Math/Leadership Teacher, Del City HS
Rick Cobb, Mid-Del superintendent, blogger, and adjunct professor.
I'm Lacey Downs, an early childhood education student at OU
Emilee- early childhood education student
Math T at NWC in . Getting ready for students tomorrow :).
Jason Bengs, tech director
Tawn Rundle, Asst Supt/Curr Dir
LeeAnne Pepper, math coordinator from . HOWDY! 😉
I was a little disappointed.. I want more 25 cent items.. still weeks to shop!
my name is Kate Sleem, I'm an education major at OU. Excited to chat it up!
I'm Mary Beth Riley, OU Elementary Ed major
Rebecca Kerr- 3rd grade teacher in
Hello chat, Jason from SW Kansas, consultant looking forward to tonight's chat Grandparents from Alva
Eric Bates, band director and whatever else they ask for at Oklahoma Union schools.
My name is Katie, I'm a senior Education Major at the University of Oklahoma and am excited to learn about https://t.co/kMkjZgD9Vs
Welcome to the July 31st tweet-chat. Please introduce yourself and share your role in
YAY! Welcome students to ! We appreciate you. https://t.co/hVrH1vRT5G
Terri Cullen Assoc Prof w have some of my students participating tonight too!
David Reid principal Choctaw
Megan Cannon, STEM teacher at !
Tessa Paden- Elementary Education Major at the University of Oklahoma
Maybe, OT it might be hour 6 in the passenger seat & a need for distraction ;). https://t.co/XSYlBrBbpH
Now that's dedication to . I'm impressed.
Lori Hartin HS English 2 and Speech Coach Madill High School. OK Teacher for 11 years
Allyson Trimble, 3rd grade teacher in Vici.
Amanda James - AP , Wife of , and mother of two beautiful and smart young ladies.
angie taylor moore, just lurking tonight
Hi Lacy! Thanks for your help with this week!
Hello chat! We are fighting to pass a comprehensive education funding solution in November!
Q1- What are your thoughts about Gov. Fallin’s proposed special session vs SQ779 for teacher pay and funding?
Hi everyone Melanie Walker, Muskogee High School
is one of yours! A great masters student!
Brandi Williams, science specialist
So cool to have the Ed majors joining tonight!
John Michael Montgomery, State Rep. Lawton. Didn't finish the summer reading we talked about a couple months ago.
Christie Paradise, 2nd grade teacher.
Lot of new face joining tonight welcome and make us a part of you weekly calendar
your support and willingness to stand for Public Education means a tremendous amount! Keep it up! We are with you!
A1: LOL... getting right into it, are we? It's pandering and pits Ts vs. All Other Social Services / Basic Gvt. Functions.
A1 election year ploy is the nicest thing I have to say
A1 -- Special Session will cost a beginning T salary every day: $30,000-$34,000. https://t.co/wuWfQ968Ct
Q1- What are your thoughts about Gov. Fallin’s proposed special session vs SQ779 for teacher pay and funding?
A1 - I appreciate Gov Fallin bringing attention to the teacher shortage crises and need for a teacher raise. SQ 779 is the answer!
Mary Beth Riley, OU Elementary Ed major
Ali Stevens- Early Childhood Ed major at the University of Oklahoma
A1: Totes Cray Cray. Worst idea ever. Basic budgeting 101 you can't fund a recurring thing with one time only funds.
we have to treat SQ779 like a bond issue https://t.co/Cwd7s3KCbf
Q1- What are your thoughts about Gov. Fallin’s proposed special session vs SQ779 for teacher pay and funding?
A1) It's a complete farce. She's only trying to say "that they did what they could" and take attention from SQ779
Jayden Mills, Chickasha Senior, future educator.
Kylie Jackson, 5/6 Social Studies, excited to begin my first year!
A1 it's not sustainable. It's pandering and politics as usual. Let the funds go back to the agencies they were taken from.
A1--it's all one-time $$, not a sustaining raise. That concerns me!
Chris Howk, Beggs HS principal
Education needs a sustainable revenue source for the raises.
Civics T part of here for Chat.
A1 - We need a sustainable source for salaries.Can't just use a bandaid.
April Stobbe, Shawnee Board of Ed.
When I coached I worked 7 days a week 15-16 hrs a day. Sometimes sleeping at the school. Worked 12 mo
A1) I do not think it will solve any of the issues with funding education. It will waste time and money.
Welcome!!! https://t.co/BQ5JqTJts6
John Michael Montgomery, State Rep. Lawton. Didn't finish the summer reading we talked about a couple months ago.
A1 I think the special session is an attempt circumvent the will of the people and shortchange in the long run.
A1) I'm not a fan of either of them. Fallin's plan pits state agencies against each other over "their" money https://t.co/IFYHoC68Mb
Q1- What are your thoughts about Gov. Fallin’s proposed special session vs SQ779 for teacher pay and funding?
A1-The proposal is illegal. The $ has already been appropriated: she is taking $ frm Peter 2look good 4Paul. https://t.co/xZjqZsqeqH
Q1- What are your thoughts about Gov. Fallin’s proposed special session vs SQ779 for teacher pay and funding?
and ....it's chat time...where are you??
Debbie in Edmond. Assoc Supt for Secondary Ed, and I'm ready to get after it again!
A1- a raise would be nice, but not at the expense of the elderly or childcare for low income families
We have lots of rock stars coming to
Crap forgot https://t.co/Gcky3RCf3Y
a1: when I read it it saddened me BC I thought does she really think we are this dumb?! And I hoped others would research and be informed.
A1) Thanks, but all I want is enough $$$ to re-hire the people I had to let go!
-- So, you went into teaching for all those awesome vacation days, huh?
A1: Hoping that she isn't trying to distract from SQ779 by passing something now that will only provide a one-time raise.
A1b What he said: https://t.co/awAjBsTwR8
A1: LOL... getting right into it, are we? It's pandering and pits Ts vs. All Other Social Services / Basic Gvt. Functions.
A1) I am afraid it is truly a political move and nothing sincere about our profession.
A1 - initial thought was, "what is this 'surplus' you speak of?!?" Last I checked there were massive cuts .
A1: Keep our focus on SQ 779!
I thought I was going to get summer off.
we truly appreciate you joining us!!
I do not like it when politicians use kids as pawns in their political games
A1cont) a sales tax is too unreliable (dips I'm econ hard times) upon which to base salary guarantees https://t.co/IFYHoC68Mb
Q1- What are your thoughts about Gov. Fallin’s proposed special session vs SQ779 for teacher pay and funding?
A1 it's long over due, but is a onetime fix and no sustainable funding.....
Bonus points for sounding cooler than the rest of us https://t.co/XWQEg0fJAX
A1: Totes Cray Cray. Worst idea ever. Basic budgeting 101 you can't fund a recurring thing with one time only funds.
A1: Bait and Switch tactic. The cynicism is real; I want to feel differently, but "fool me once. . ."
A1) special session only = a teacher BONUS (potentially, not guaranteed). 779 = long term funding for a real solution
We have lots of rock stars coming to
A1: politically charged move 2 undercut the momentum behind . If they wanted to do it they had lots of time during session.
A1: I already did this one lol https://t.co/lhX3oaJu5y
special session is 2 little 2 late. Live w/ your decisions & dear god don't make it worse.
A1b not to mention the added costs associated with a special session. I mean, I know our state is super wealthy and all, but come on
A1: It is wasting a teacher salary a day. Need to stay with SQ779
A1--will make teachers the target of all other state agencies also hurting from budget cuts.
A1: it’s a diversionary tactic to take the attention and momentum away from SQ 779 in hopes of "fooling" voters and legislators
a1) the larger issue is that revenue in general can't be tied to oil prices or we will keep doing these things, spinning wheels.
I think it's a bad idea to propose a permanent raise on a one time surplus, but the penny tax is a much more permanent solution.
A1 b - a raise in sales tax would be better overall for the economy need new source of revenue
Coming in late. A1 If they could/would they already would have. Nothing has changed since reg session.
A1) ploy to prevent uncontrolled funds from going to higher ed
Kelly Husted Supt joining late.
A1-I think this state is encouraging people to move out of state
You should know better than that!
Joe Dorman tuning in tonight!
Angela Little | Business Analyst | public Ed advocate | Edmond parent | political operative (apparently)
A1: 3 possible motives: (1) political pandering; (2) trying to cut legs out from under SQ 779, or (3) pitting against other agencies
A1) it was all political and bring attention to the $$$. They even called it surplus when we had a $600 million shortfall
A1. I left public for private school this year, so I should not be the one to say that it it looks like OK politics are in disarray
A1: Am I missing something? One time $ does not = pay raise. It is a political move & shows no respect 4 Ts. https://t.co/XDUlnMh75S
A1 - I appreciate Gov Fallin bringing attention to the teacher shortage crises and need for a teacher raise. SQ 779 is the answer!
#1) Politics as usual! That's what I think!
A1) Honestly, it's just a distraction to Ts who are preparing for school to start. I'm consumed w/what I'm doing on day 1. Not this.
Whatever the path, the destination we must have is clear. Increasing our teacher's salaries MUST be a priority for Oklahoma!
. 😂😂😂 "" I'm gonna use that!
I'd say it's all 3 https://t.co/Er1Y8SD55c
A1: 3 possible motives: (1) political pandering; (2) trying to cut legs out from under SQ 779, or (3) pitting against other agencies
We have lots of rock stars coming to
A1: To give Ts a one-time stipend and claim you’re solving the pay problem is like offering a Band-Aid to a patient on life support.
A1: I agree with most of you..we need a permanent solution to the issue rather than a quick fix.
Q2- How is the teacher shortage crisis impacting your school?
embarrassing thing about the proposed special session is that our POLs actually believe this is surplus $! no wonder is in $ failure
A1cont) a sales tax is too unreliable (dips in econ hard times) upon which to base salary guarantees https://t.co/IFYHoC68Mb
Q1- What are your thoughts about Gov. Fallin’s proposed special session vs SQ779 for teacher pay and funding?
A1) Paying legislators more to take money removed from other agencies' budgets & give it to so they can defeat 779 isn't good.
Mike Dunn, Teacher/Coach, Oklahoma transplant in Ft. Worth, Texas.. Patiently hoping my home will get it right eventually!
Still confused. Seems risky to propose spec ses. knowing it likely will fail. Or has there already been a backroom deal?
-- If it's a MC test, 'all of the above!'
You are one smart cookie - as usual? Like politics!
You have a very devious mind. I like that.
I had an interesting conversation with a teacher from Mississippi this week.. we need to learn from their mistakes. .
Nick Atwood, candidate for HD26. Tuning in to listen to tonight.
Why does someone w/ a supermajority need a special session to get things done? The answer is politics. https://t.co/JCHGKYPU6K
Q1- What are your thoughts about Gov. Fallin’s proposed special session vs SQ779 for teacher pay and funding?
Also Ed getting what others should isnt good. Of course they want us fighting each other. https://t.co/q6d9EVRY8o
A1: it’s a diversionary tactic to take the attention and momentum away from SQ 779 in hopes of "fooling" voters and legislators
I think our legislators made a dent in teacher shortage by cutting our budgets https://t.co/ey56uYJBLE
Q2- How is the teacher shortage crisis impacting your school?
A2: Good Q. I'll let you know in about 2 weeks? https://t.co/WaSdRAQT1X
Q2- How is the teacher shortage crisis impacting your school?
A1) It's a very short-sighted idea; a bonus, not a raise, & not fixing anything.
A2: I'm not sure exactly but I'm aware of some positions that were harder to feel than others.
A2: Thankfully don't think it is impacting the school I'll be at. Glad to have a building full of teachers for the extra support!
A2) I think we still need one Special Ed teacher; we've hired many new teachers who will need our help. Looking frwd to a great year
What a smart boy...and he is an product! https://t.co/Q0YXjORLQr
Why does someone w/ a supermajority need a special session to get things done? The answer is politics. https://t.co/JCHGKYPU6K
Q1- What are your thoughts about Gov. Fallin’s proposed special session vs SQ779 for teacher pay and funding?
No teacher layoffs at Cache, but didn't hire for many vacancies. This = larger classes and tighter schedules
A1) 779 won't work either. So, basically it's like the Presidential race. No good option.
Kurt Myers, assistant principal at Pioneer High School
The pool of talent is not as deep so you may choose someone you'd otherwise look deeper in fear of being without.
A2) shortage is causing major probs for need an EC T and no applicants. Early Childhood!! Wasn't that way 3years ago.
Would love to hear her opinion in their experiences! https://t.co/gBlgzc3dtQ
I had an interesting conversation with a teacher from Mississippi this week.. we need to learn from their mistakes. .
Watertank Math has been following along on and wow, great tweets and participation by Ts and admins! https://t.co/yeUXWGrsZi
A2 class sizes about 35, my parents are adopting my class so my kids/I don't have to spend more on supplies, loss of electives, etc.
A2) Have to apply for emergency certs every summer bcuz the applicant pool is so scarce! Lost another last week to corporate America
I'll only join if I get the opinions of during our discussion
A2- larger class sizes, Ts giving up their plans to teach more, curriculum specialist going back into the class 1/2 time
A-1 The proposed special session will cost too much. Besides it will only be a temporary fix for a broken system.
A2: I think we'll feel it most in all the things we can no longer do for Ss, stuff I probably haven't even though about yet.
A2) struggling to find co-teachers!!
a2) At OU I have students rethinking their choice to teach.. it is discouraging to hear and see the way teachers are treated in OK.
Special Ed remains a huge concern. No applicants!!
A1: We've lost T's. Fewer options 4 S's & 4 my kids 2 Bigger class sizes. depressing & defeated climate. https://t.co/eLpD9yYqLu
Q2- How is the teacher shortage crisis impacting your school?
A3 - My daughter is in larger classes, has fewer options for advanced and elective courses and has lost a principal in her school.
A2 Teacher shortage is a problem in KS. Garden City starting Aug 60 Ts short for the Aug 18 Start that hurts kids with larger class
perhaps so but legislators didn't do their job &appropriate funds, so sales tax through citizen vote it is!
A2 -- 300 emergency certs this week in . Disclaimer-I taught on emergency certs w/ T degree. But, still
A2: large class sizes. It becomes less about teaching and more about crowd control/behavior mgmt when you have 28 in an elem class.
A2) hiring (some) emergency certified teachers isn't what's best for students.
#1) I do wonder what the Joe Average citizen thinks of the Fallin ploy.
A2 Applicants for available positions is minimal compared to the pool I competed against when I started my career.
A2 We've cut more than 60 teaching positions, and we still have a shortage of applicants. https://t.co/FdVc9z7c9y
Q2- How is the teacher shortage crisis impacting your school?
A2:) How many classrooms will b filled at 11th hour by someone who shouldn't be representing our profession or teaching our children
A2 Larger class sizes. There doesn't seem to be as many great Ts to choose from.
A2: isn't feeling it, it's good to be a Red Tornado!
A2- . Loosing quantity has also proven to be a loss of quality https://t.co/FOygRJWEyU
Q2- How is the teacher shortage crisis impacting your school?
A2: Shortage is real. Our district has a strong reputation but we're struggling to find quality candidates in math/sci/sped.
A2. What is the embarrassing total of emergency certs issued over the last 3 years?
I have an ELA teacher friend looking for a job.
A2: Classes all over are busting at the seams and there are shortages in many districts. Mostly due to cutting $$ & no need for Ts.
A2 - did away with offering Physics for lack of quality teacher available.
A2: Many schools will have to take any warm bodies they can get as state legis make it less and less desirable to teach here
A2: Classes of 35+ expected, we cut the "variety" choices for kids to the basics, NO wiggle room
a1) pandering in an election year for votes. 1-time $ slashed from agencies (including SDE) for a recurring expense
A2) gave a $1500 stipend/bonus for retention. We still have a lot of retiree rehired but feel great about our 16-17 staff
A2) No teacher layoffs at Cache, but didn't rehire for many vacancies. This = larger class sizes and tighter schedules
A2) some temp contract Ts not rehired; larger class sizes; cuts to supplies/Professional Development https://t.co/6LC7sQrbMf
Q2- How is the teacher shortage crisis impacting your school?
In KS there is about 2K less Ss entering education field each year...less to draw from the beginning https://t.co/K3DDkjO4se
The pool of talent is not as deep so you may choose someone you'd otherwise look deeper in fear of being without.
5th - 8th math teacher at Robin Hill in Norman
legislature doesn't get to touch $ and the best part is the language which prohibits them from reducing revenue to
Lol. Just answered this exact Q for . I will retweet with hashtag.
A2 Same as everyone else, very hard to find qualified applicants for any position.
A2) since I'm still a student I don't have a school yet, but I'm hoping it helps me find a job easier.
A1 Obvious pros and cons to special session, but like anything, failing to plan is planning to fail.
A2) Larger class sizes and unfilled positions...same as most...
A2:Class sizes are up, but we will do what we always do &move forward. It is sad when schools are searching for Ts to fill positions
Kudos to baby teachers joining tonight - if THIS is your CALLING, then don't let anything shake you off.
A2: I didn't know we were taking quality. I thought quantity. Not My place to decide quality. Whose to say I'm quality.
We already gave at the office! Seriously, there is no way districts can pick it up to fund it. https://t.co/WQ1EnDvJUz
A2) 40 students in a class is no good. Not fair to the students.
A2 Anyone interested in settling????
https://t.co/rFyBuJedBE
Because I don't trust the legislature to do the right thing with the money. They will just remove other funds.
and what is plan when sales revenue is insufficient to cover promised raise in a given year?
To me, failure to plan on your part doesn't constitute an emergency on mine
A2) 2 years ago we needed a math teacher and got 2 apps. Need better conditions and funding to get and keep talent.
not sure what's worse: no teacher or under qualified teacher?
A2)My ELL Ss don't have a para in class w them anymore. Being bussed to other site for an ESL class. Grieving for the hole she left.
This says it all... https://t.co/d5cOGkLaKJ
a2) At OU I have students rethinking their choice to teach.. it is discouraging to hear and see the way teachers are treated in OK.
A2: larger class sizes and loss of art program. It's a tough time to be a teacher in OK, but my students are so worth it!
Although I am not a teacher yet, it is impacting my chances of having teaching opportunities post-grad https://t.co/nVzjeMoCFY
Q2- How is the teacher shortage crisis impacting your school?
So, who's bright idea was it to schedule Oklahoma's "Back to School" tax free shopping weekend for AFTER some schools start?
You can revisit when and how you answer it - or maybe just marry rich - but our kids need you desperately. You, specifically.
Yes! Kids DO need you! https://t.co/F2sAQCAuWl
Kudos to baby teachers joining tonight - if THIS is your CALLING, then don't let anything shake you off.
A2 Is a teacher shortage problem more of the perception of EDU and lack of respect for Ts in general?
this makes me so sad! Can we do something about that physics OSAT?
a2) Opportunity costs - not being able to encourage teacher aides and permanent subs into full time paths.
Jennifer Blackshare, Jenks Middle School Asst principal joining late
Q3 – What can we do legislatively and non-legislatively to remedy the teacher shortage?
A2- finding certified coaches is even harder than finding teachers
A2: it's impacting future teachers in a huge way. Students at OU are wanting to move to Texas due to budget cuts
We heard might be a mini keynote speaker??
They did that with the lottery too. I will vote for it. I just think they will mess t up.
We struggle to find new teachers for our team. Our class sizes will be larger, which is a real challenge. https://t.co/lO4sAtItAw
Q2- How is the teacher shortage crisis impacting your school?
Sorry - I got a bit motivational there. Where were we? Oh yeah - OKLAHOMA LEADERSHIP SUCKS!
A2) The predictable late resignations are especially tough to fill this year. A strong hire now is dumb luck, but luck nonetheless!
Q2: While talking to parents across the state, they are seeing larger class sizes and their fav Ts leaving for better pay.
A3: Keep being loud and keep doing what is best for kids. Oh and vote.
Most likely name where you want to go..What are you looking for in a district? will have to recruit like FB https://t.co/Qm6Wht2CLZ
A2) since I'm still a student I don't have a school yet, but I'm hoping it helps me find a job easier.
A3 -- think long term, not bandaid on gushing wound. Revamp teacher prep -- for all Ts. I know...it can't happen, but it must.
A2: Heartbroken to lose dear friends and QUALITY teachers to other careers and districts. No replacement/quality
A3) vote smarter in November...
Help me understand what has changed since spec session has ended? Why would a plan pass today? https://t.co/8ogvcVLgOQ
A1 Obvious pros and cons to special session, but like anything, failing to plan is planning to fail.
Starts in teacher Ed Grade colleges on number of teachers produced not how students perform on cert tests https://t.co/SRpWhOpZns
Q3 – What can we do legislatively and non-legislatively to remedy the teacher shortage?
So was the lottery. It was in a second SQ at the time that also passed.
I hear they're printing some nice pamphlets at the state level saying how nice it is to teach... https://t.co/iOwfbux09c
Q3 – What can we do legislatively and non-legislatively to remedy the teacher shortage?
A3 Make it worth staying, financially and in other ways. Respect goes a long way
A3: teachers need to be valued monetarily and professionally. Paying them in beans and trusting tests over them isn't working.
OKCPS changed calendar few years back after state law on tax free weekend was put in place
A3 - We can campaign and vote well. We can also look critically at our schools and improve morale. https://t.co/mRpm6Jonma
Q3 – What can we do legislatively and non-legislatively to remedy the teacher shortage?
a3) support of programs like helps to improve the attitude toward teachers
A3 elect legislators who respect public education
A3: elect better ppl... Build our communities & show what we do. https://t.co/zrK7oDQacX
Q3 – What can we do legislatively and non-legislatively to remedy the teacher shortage?
This is definitely true! https://t.co/5LE63DEwbb
A2) The predictable late resignations are especially tough to fill this year. A strong hire now is dumb luck, but luck nonetheless!
A3: Continue to lift reciprocity restrictions & eliminate needless barriers to certification. Oh, & not be 50th in pay. About forgot
A3-1: talk 2 legis 2 make sure they know the truth,not lobbyist truth.2: make sure Ts know they r supported. https://t.co/DC4SqPg1sd
Q3 – What can we do legislatively and non-legislatively to remedy the teacher shortage?
A3) IMO: It has to do with a lack of respect, not necessarily pay. Although, more $$$$ would be nice!
A3 VOTE! Pay attention to what is going on and make our voices heard on the issues.
Oops got caught up in PD development... Joining late Union Science
A2 so far not hurting us much. Thankfully our admin is ... But I purchased a lot out of my own pocket.
A3 needs to create a campaign to show strengths of profession and non-monetary impact Ts have on the community
This is such a sad tweet. We are losing so many amazing folks from our profession & from OK! https://t.co/IRtw8LqmfZ
A2: Heartbroken to lose dear friends and QUALITY teachers to other careers and districts. No replacement/quality
Yes, agree! Special Ed is dismal!
A3: We need elected leaders to promote our profession like any other 4 year college degree - treat our Ts w/ respect & a living wage
A3: I don't think we would have a national shortage if the profession was treated with the importance it should be.
A3) The penny sales tax is a start. We have to find a way to get more into state teacher Ed programs.
A3 continue lobbying legislature--squeaky wheel gets the grease...
Not as much because $$cuts caused position cuts.However, impacts Ss long-range because quality candidates aren't going into teaching
A3a Keep doing what we do best love and teach kids, build community, encourage others to be advocates, and vote!
A3: Non-legislatively, we have to start respecting the profession. Students don't want to become Ts due the lack of $$ & respect.
A3) Educate our parents as well as students. Show the need for change.
A3: Spread positivity. Teaching is the most rewarding profession. 1 positive T inspired me! Also, SQ 779 that will show Ok cares!
A2) Lost an Art T, will have class size of almost 30, unable to replace two Ts who left.
A2: I have a lot of friends who will be future teachers that are considering moving elsewhere to teach bc of budget cuts
RT : A2: it's impacting future teachers in a huge way. Students at OU are wanting to move to Texas due to budget cuts
A3 my answer works for both, support our teachers through our actions and not just our words https://t.co/5Xew9GHsyq
Q3 – What can we do legislatively and non-legislatively to remedy the teacher shortage?
A3- til there is respect for education, I'm not sure what can be done. It's not as much about $ as respect https://t.co/gEhDWjkFKE
Q3 – What can we do legislatively and non-legislatively to remedy the teacher shortage?
A3. Statewide teachers walk off the job
No one predicted the lottery to create revenue like the sales tax Lottery $28 sales tax $600 million https://t.co/mvI3cAR0Pd
So was the lottery. It was in a second SQ at the time that also passed.
We can just remember there isn't a student shortage and they need us to show up and do our best every day. Someone has to care.
Katelyn Kramer, Math/Special Education teacher, 8th grade
A3: Respect, Support, Encouragement
More like actually - he may not agree w/ everything I spew, but he's thoughtful and legit. https://t.co/eQG7wwcmuE
A3 elect legislators who respect public education
A3) 1 reduce gap btwn admin and Ts salary. 2 count all yrs of service from teaching in other states. 3 cover family ins cost
A3- increase the number of students entering the teaching profession. Compensation, Scholarships and Loan Forgiveness
A3 pt1) A solution to the problem is to connect the University Teaching Programs to the schools to lower their tuition and
A3(b): I know we feel a calling; but I'm a well-trained professional. To suggest I "marry up" to reach median income is insult
Joining late. Michelle Grinsteiner, Principal Edmond Cheyenne Middle School.
A3: Continue the legislative trend started this past session of positive policy for . We won some battles, the war is still at stake.
A3) Studies show that school climate is #1 factor in retaining teachers. More important even than compensation
A3) END the auto-cut scheme for income taxes! Legally required auto-cuts in year of revenue failure?!?!?! https://t.co/jIQS7pdxrO
Q3 – What can we do legislatively and non-legislatively to remedy the teacher shortage?
But it's a FUNNY insult. https://t.co/jBuCX9LjgO
A3(b): I know we feel a calling; but I'm a well-trained professional. To suggest I "marry up" to reach median income is insult
a3) https://t.co/lx2s49dCba med marijuana petition - 75% of collections from 7% state tax go to education after program costs
I heard good things about legislator time at from students. Regionality gave access.
A3 is working developing a Grow Your Own T program to attract HS Ss with a passion into the field
Yup. So was the lottery. Like I said, I will vote for it. I just think the legislature will work around it.
A3 It might help to be more vocal than ALEC, though I am not sure we can offer the "perks"
A3: It starts with electing people who TRULY support and see it as the foundation for a productive, sustainable society.
We need a multiphase comprehensive plan to put the best & brightest Oklahomans in classrooms https://t.co/p2Mc6wJIGu
A3- increase the number of students entering the teaching profession. Compensation, Scholarships and Loan Forgiveness
A3 - better compensation would be great but adding the respect from legislators and media for the work teachers do would do wonders.
A3 pt2) put more student teachers in the clsrm giving them real experience as they learn how to be a teacher.
Love it. Why don’t we allow any T certificate / subject area 2 have complete forgiveness if Ting 5 years +? https://t.co/EP3fqoKkcP
A3- increase the number of students entering the teaching profession. Compensation, Scholarships and Loan Forgiveness
A3b: It would be great if we support you looked like it too..looking you legislature. Well not all of you.
I love , but TX and AR and so on need quality Ts also. Their kids need you also. Just sayin'... https://t.co/HxGZAPAIiG
A2: I have a lot of friends who will be future teachers that are considering moving elsewhere to teach bc of budget cuts
doesn't do mini-keynotes - he does TED talks, his middle name is TED, I expect nothing less https://t.co/ULBRkW178p
We heard might be a mini keynote speaker??
A2: While talking to parents across the state, they are seeing larger class sizes and their fav Ts leaving for better pay.
A3 We must make sure we do our part, make our schools a place to work & grow. S's & T's learn & grow when we have fun
A3: Stay positive, empower teachers and the community to make changes, and vote in November!!
TX teacher here - reading the chat tonight! Love seeing my peers respond and interact to make a change for their state.
A3: has to feel supported from every level... We need to be places people don't want to leave
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
That does not change the trustworthiness of the legislature.
THANK YOU.
Everyone just looks at me funny when I say this.
https://t.co/K9fHXzflLf
A3. Statewide teachers walk off the job
- educators need to promote themselves and their professionalism. Educators are smart and mission driven!
1 item which gets left out of T shortage convos is we must do better providing our young Ts w/ supports -classes of 30 doesn't help
Locally, we are making sure that is th best possible place to teach. We also have to ADVOCATE! https://t.co/7lIjtdqtMD
Q3 – What can we do legislatively and non-legislatively to remedy the teacher shortage?
A3) Stop frivolous tax cuts, Did everybody enjoy their large pizza with the last cut we got? Also, vote in those who care.
It's hard to discuss these issues with 140 characters.
A3 We must get the teacher caucus elected to make a difference w/
A4 I rec. the ACT. It's relevant to the Ss and to colleges.
not a fan of that.. .makes us seem like blue collar workers not professionals.
Note to self: make up w/ before she gets back to town...
A3) Hide my resume & stop looking at my friends' FB pics of lavish classrooms & fancy houses bc they teach in states that pay Ts.
Q3- people have to be informed that's it's more than just more money for teachers
my wife is an teacher too.
Meaningful test that does not take away $$ and instructional time from Students. https://t.co/c9FoEMJpSk
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
Partner with Universities and local scholarships to get Ss debt free that can Teach..money not an issue then https://t.co/zAmvjIcFsq
A3 pt1) A solution to the problem is to connect the University Teaching Programs to the schools to lower their tuition and
A4: I am less concerned with "the test" as what we do with the scores...
A4: Assessments that matter to Ss! What if a Pre-ACT could be used a a Pre and ACT as a Post. Valuable info https://t.co/lDsNYyIXMo
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
A3b: Have we tried cutting taxes and offering massive tax breaks to oil and gas companies? I'm sure this would work!
A4) HB3218 requires US History test so ACT is unlikely, unless ACT + another US History test https://t.co/Y2yIYEnB8w
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
a4 the paul blair test of basic old testament (now back to lurking for me)
A4) most of has been calling for the ACT for year.
True. has lost 10% of its 2016 graduates to other states.
A4 -- how much $$ could save by using ACT instead of developing our 'own'? Anyone know?
A3: For one, we can vote in November. (1/2)
A4 ACT - SAT -- the ones which will actually benefit for college entrance.
A3) Show up every day and give my all; continue to read, continue to ask for feedback, stay optimistic https://t.co/rDC8rGbG0Y
Q3 – What can we do legislatively and non-legislatively to remedy the teacher shortage?
my understanding is it changes the constitution. I do agree getting new money will be difficult but already is
A4 not sure. not really opposed to ACT (even tho no soc st portion) but only with appropriate cut scores.
A4: So I scored terribly on the ACT, so my own personal story makes me weary of going all in on it.
A4: Not sure yet, but would like to see a panel of T's, P's and S's make the decision and not the legislature.
A4) IMO the ACT/SAT should be the measure used for HS as long as the schools/districts have graduation standards
Q3: Ps will be able to see the effect of it & hopefully take a stand when their kids don't have an art class or are in a 40+ class
A4) No tests. Projects/portfolios.
A4) Student portfolios. ACT can't be used for science.
A4) any test a university actually values (ACT/SAT) if our goal is to get kids to college. 0 EOI is used for college entrance
We have an awesome leader! Thank you for all you are doing for us.
A3 - Consider/review what other states, nations w/ strong pub ed systems have done...including seminal Darling-Hammon '10 study
A4 - I still believe ACT has the most validity & practicality for Ts/Ps/Ss. https://t.co/iY7A6e3VJC
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
A3 increase Ts pay thru SQ 779 or ?? We don't teach for $ but hard to recruit newTs in current climate. Non-leg: promote profession
Loaded down with duties and multi preps https://t.co/5gvYpQ0XKd
1 item which gets left out of T shortage convos is we must do better providing our young Ts w/ supports -classes of 30 doesn't help
I'm reading from Massachusetts, and my jaw is stuck open. I promise to complain at least 50% less about my teaching life
A4: honestly if based on ACT I would not have graduated...but the push wasn't there, I just accepted scores and took zero level math
None!!! https://t.co/lqwkusHUlM
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
A4) ACT! ACT! ACT! ACT! ACT!
Not only losing teachers, we also lose our excellent future admin....... https://t.co/Jv9J2gode2
True. has lost 10% of its 2016 graduates to other states.
A3 On policy side of make sure standards roll out goes well & hopefully we can keep replicating testing reform.
A4 ACT give them a test that has value for the future.
A4: As long as is an ACT state, our Ss should take ACT as their college & career readiness assessment - it makes perfect sense!
A4: Part of this needs to be "value". Whatever we choose: test, portfolio, etc., it needs long-term value 4 Ss (no one else)
My only question about ACT is how does that translate at the elem and ms levels. Works for HS and I'm a fan, but I'm a HS teacher.
A4: Any tests that align with OAS and only are the federal required assessments
It's hard to discuss these issues in 1400 words, I assure you. ;-) https://t.co/EH2YrlWL9m
It's hard to discuss these issues with 140 characters.
A4cont) whatever the test, it should include writing in each subject and should be at END of instruction https://t.co/Y2yIYEnB8w
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
A2- There has been a lot of talk at my school that the ACT would be the best test to go to https://t.co/rkOC7AqIIk
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
me too! My score stayed the same every single time.
Great College Prep but what about the 30 to 40 percent of graduating Ss that don't go to college? https://t.co/C3OPvunsKM
A4 ACT - SAT -- the ones which will actually benefit for college entrance.
A4 Combination of ACT & Career Certs should be used.
A4. Any national test that helps students in college or a career
A3) cont. I second ... we have to continue to ADVOCATE! Our students depend on it! https://t.co/rDC8rGbG0Y
Q3 – What can we do legislatively and non-legislatively to remedy the teacher shortage?
A4- ACT our kids need it for college entrance anyway, maybe we would see more kids in college
A4 ACT or SAT
Any other tests we create will not matter to students, parents, or colleges. Period. https://t.co/TTV2UJAveJ
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
A4: Rumors we may develop in-state assessments AND do a nationally normed test. We finally got testing cut, we don't need to add.
A4: I'm all for the ACT if S's feel prepared. The science on that test is not the science we learn in K-12 classes!
My concern too. And ACT not an exit exam...
I wish it weren't necessary. I hope I'm wrong. I just don't trust them.
AMEN! https://t.co/cg34zHvPjg
A4 ACT or SAT
Any other tests we create will not matter to students, parents, or colleges. Period. https://t.co/TTV2UJAveJ
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
A4 We need to use ACT for HS. 3-8 is more complicated
A4- There has been a lot of talk at my school that the ACT would be the best test to go to.
It depends on how you define "test"? What is considered a "test" for 21st century learners?
A4 Need a variety of assessments to make sure Ss are prepared for their next step...college, tech, military, work, etc
Haha! My spouse heard all the beeps while driving & said "what did you stir up now?!?" 😂 https://t.co/iJb1Z4xtUq
Note to self: make up w/ before she gets back to town...
A4) Although, the way HB 3218 is written, I don't think portfolios are an option. https://t.co/mRUFURqSsX
A4) Student portfolios. ACT can't be used for science.
A1: WSISD is thriving w/great hires made from teachers/coaches fleeing OK. Feels dirty, but it's survival. https://t.co/q2HMs7hIaQ
Q2- How is the teacher shortage crisis impacting your school?
A4: The important thing is to keep changing them every two years, endlessly and always. https://t.co/8NgowAgZI0
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
Q4- A test that monitors progress throughout the year, one that shows student growth
A3: is there really a solution? My parents were teachers for 30+ years in Oklahoma and it's as big a problem then as it is now!
Exactly -- including self-reflection! https://t.co/OTFxHfFRtz
A4 Need a variety of assessments to make sure Ss are prepared for their next step...college, tech, military, work, etc
Amen! I like that the test is not tied to grad, but I still think Ss need skin in the assessment. https://t.co/tdipTvFIUz
A4 ACT or SAT
Any other tests we create will not matter to students, parents, or colleges. Period. https://t.co/TTV2UJAveJ
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
A3) find what is working for other states, and try to implement it in OK, as well as begin respecting teachers.
And then graduated summa cum laude so and passed every professional test... https://t.co/rR51W3faej
me too! My score stayed the same every single time.
A3: Be vocal, be visible, exhibit integrity, insist on needed, real change, VOTE.
Our students need to take exams that post-secondary institutions care about. Those aren't EOI-like tests. They are ACT, SAT, Iowa,..
A4: Honestly, I don't even care anymore. Just pick SOMETHING - it can be Yahtzee - and stick with it. https://t.co/8NgowAgZI0
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
A3:Then continue to work during 2017 session to demand that lawmakers give Ts a seat at the table in policies that affect them (2/2)
A4 - Our HS did a trial run w/ ACT last yr. I don't know if that's the '1' but do think the assmt. should carry real-world relevance
A4 whatever we test make them all have the same cut score! Cut scores have been highest for science. https://t.co/QF2KKIZKxD
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
Need to stop saying we don't teach for $$. We work to earn a living, we just happen to love it. Doesn't mean we get walked on.
A4: ACT is an easy choice. Are there others?
A4: ACT is good for HS Ss to take, but what is it going to be used for? Accountability? Grad Req?
Me too...but if they have to take a standardized test this one would have value. https://t.co/YtedsKB1IZ
A4: So I scored terribly on the ACT, so my own personal story makes me weary of going all in on it.
A4) Great question... I think we need to establish the reason for testing before we decide on a test. https://t.co/Ott3UxCVDB
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
Q5What are your thoughts about the elimination of the quantitative component for teacher evaluations + addition of a PD requirement
If only ESSA had truly added flexibility.
I don't know the perfect test. As elem T we need 2start prep way earlier.Not year of. We set them up to fail.We need 2 work 2gether
A4: Since the feds won't go w/ NO TESTS, we should keep it simple & go w/ ACT. Why cont 2 waste time on system that yields no value.
A4) cont'd. though I would support the ACT more than the EOIs. https://t.co/Ott3UxCVDB
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
I feel for my OK Ts - they work hard and don't receive half the benefits or credit that I do in TX.
Kind of like the "portfolios" for pre service teachers. https://t.co/Cym3Gb4Kdv
A4 ACT or SAT
Any other tests we create will not matter to students, parents, or colleges. Period. https://t.co/TTV2UJAveJ
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
I totally agree. We need to look and see what we could change based off other systems that are working. https://t.co/Ve2lLpmfqb
A3) find what is working for other states, and try to implement it in OK, as well as begin respecting teachers.
A4: I will let the educators determine the best solution for tests since they are the experts. Removing high stakes is what matters.
A5 - 3-8 we need valid reliable tests that show student growth with timely feedback. for HS
A5) Evaluations and PD are instrumental for improving teachers but until we fix teacher shortage they have bark but no bite
A5: Peace out VAM and OAM. I love PD, PD is my jam. Of course if it is meaningful jam.
The problem with ACT/SAT is that we are moving towards a Gaoko type system.
No doubt. No matter what we end up doing, it will more than likely be a joke just as it is now. https://t.co/yDV7JMkLbY
A4: Honestly, I don't even care anymore. Just pick SOMETHING - it can be Yahtzee - and stick with it. https://t.co/8NgowAgZI0
Q4 HB3218 eliminated EOI tests and sets in motion a process to select new tests for our students. What test(s) should we use?
Amen, sister. KILL high stakes. , I'm coming for you!! https://t.co/KLhjlOM3fQ
A4: I will let the educators determine the best solution for tests since they are the experts. Removing high stakes is what matters.
Quantitative became an evil term when Dr B introduced it as a way to fire career Ts had to go https://t.co/siGX8eRuYM
Q5What are your thoughts about the elimination of the quantitative component for teacher evaluations + addition of a PD requirement
A5) good move https://t.co/LHkECzppYn
Q5What are your thoughts about the elimination of the quantitative component for teacher evaluations + addition of a PD requirement
A5) And all God's people said...AMEN!!!
A5: Junk math formulas cannot determine if a T has made an impact on a child, it can't see the relationship which leads to learning
A5 Good trade-off. Some PD is valuable. All VAM is a joke. https://t.co/9yVLmUezF7
Q5What are your thoughts about the elimination of the quantitative component for teacher evaluations + addition of a PD requirement
do you have a link to that change for the preservice teachers in tonight's chat?
A5: It was a good choice. Let administrators evaluate teachers not test scores.
A5 If you want ts to work together for the betterment of ss then there was no other option then remove the quantitative portion
I can't like this! It's harsh reality. Texas picks up good OK teachers every year we continue to ignore $$. https://t.co/O5kcJis1WR
A1: WSISD is thriving w/great hires made from teachers/coaches fleeing OK. Feels dirty, but it's survival. https://t.co/q2HMs7hIaQ
Q2- How is the teacher shortage crisis impacting your school?
Lots of bite, in making teachers fear for job which causes more shortage... https://t.co/QAufI5s2Yy
A5) Evaluations and PD are instrumental for improving teachers but until we fix teacher shortage they have bark but no bite
? Related to Q4 ... Are your districts still administering local course benchmarks; and if so, to what purpose?
If we don't successfully get our kids through k-12, they won't make it to college level. Sadness for our future.
A5 seems more equitable/beneficial than before
A5 Moving in the right direction. Now we just have to make the PD quality!
A5) I wholeheartedly approve of adding a PD component. I'd even go so far as not objecting to requiring a PD plan.
A5 I am excited for this: probably #1 complaint. Hopefully the PD will be high quality & meaningful.
remember the test has been uncoupled from graduation. That was the only issue with ACT IMO so ACT ACT ACT
A5 Any time numbers are put to evaluation they will be manipulated. PD portion would need a growth component based on Observed data
A5: Why would I work with the neediest Ss if I'm measured by a test they can't pass?
PD? - I *might* have an addiction there
A5) Good as long as the PD is meaningful for the Ts and the school. PD that can occur in a PLC, Staff Mtg, etc to keep $ low for
A5: Helps new T's feel less stressed and (hopefully) PD helps us be/feel better prepared.
You are on a roll tonight, Blue!
A5 Amen! I'll have over 100 hrs this summer alone. Bring it! https://t.co/5n7jyqSLmz
A5: Peace out VAM and OAM. I love PD, PD is my jam. Of course if it is meaningful jam.
Like the things good teachers have been doing for decades! https://t.co/mn0wRyNedA
Q4- A test that monitors progress throughout the year, one that shows student growth
I respect your opinion but at what percentage of workforce being emergency certs are you no longer a teacher profession?
A5: Quantitative holds value as one single tool, but isn't valid enough to hold a significant portion of teacher eval. Good move.
A5--showing my ignorance (again). How individual can the PD be? Self- designed? Personal?
A5) Good move, sometimes we don't always control Ss abilities on test taking or cognitive skills.
I have zero faith in TLE. It depends on how the admin uses it. Oh I could talk all night about this.... But. No I can't.
I don't know details of the situation, but I'm reading some rough anecdotes. My pity is not what you need...
Maybe we should ask 'Why WOULDN'T we use the ACT?
a4
I am not into tests at all. It does not test the student but the teacher!
A5 PD will be tough! Individualized we be difficult b we will figure it out. Hard to do PD when we always have Ss, no $ n no subs.
A5 -love elimination, & all Ts need PD, but why does legis feel we need acct'ly 2do what is best for Ts&Ss? https://t.co/GHi3BUiPXL
Q5What are your thoughts about the elimination of the quantitative component for teacher evaluations + addition of a PD requirement
A5 Wasn't a fan glad it's gone. PD must be relevant for T's or again it's a waste of time and money.
PEOPLE -if you are being subjected to bad PD, then create a session that is meaningful!
A3: give teachers wanting to come home all their years. Most PS give 1/2. Taking a cut is 1 thing,cutting your years in 1/2 is NUTS!
Agreed! Next session!! be gone! https://t.co/LZFTiKimBH
Amen, sister. KILL high stakes. , I'm coming for you!! https://t.co/KLhjlOM3fQ
A4: I will let the educators determine the best solution for tests since they are the experts. Removing high stakes is what matters.
A5 -- Would National Board be appropriate PD for the new law?
Q5) Effective PD is needed in ALL 50 states but Ts engagement suffers b/c it's a requirements don't match Ts interests.
A5: Love the the PD component, growing & learning is never a bad thing
A5(b) - but let's respect my knowledge of my own PD needs. I'm a professional, not a robot
what are the specifics of the new PD component
What do you want to learn...write a plan..find the training..execute the training...show impact in classroom https://t.co/xXQ0IngPHd
A5--showing my ignorance (again). How individual can the PD be? Self- designed? Personal?
Trying hard to! https://t.co/50RQ5HTUlO
PEOPLE -if you are being subjected to bad PD, then create a session that is meaningful!
Preach it brother!! https://t.co/YrXzgfqjHQ
A5: Junk math formulas cannot determine if a T has made an impact on a child, it can't see the relationship which leads to learning
A5: That was complete clusterfoolery to begin with. A bad idea poorly implemented. What nonsense. https://t.co/tU4BGmsuIT
Q5What are your thoughts about the elimination of the quantitative component for teacher evaluations + addition of a PD requirement
With Twitter, decamps etc you can find meaningful PD https://t.co/UHxSsb5i0F
PEOPLE -if you are being subjected to bad PD, then create a session that is meaningful!
Last year Muskogee Public schools had students take BM but didn't use the data so it wasn't useful
A5 PD must be meaningful....not some cookie cutter thing where you can sit in the back of the room and text on your phone
That sounds exactly what do to certify. I need to learn more! Thanks.
Wasted $$ on endlessly test development. If there must be State Assess, then use one that is useful. https://t.co/rcwhmrTTm6
A4: Since the feds won't go w/ NO TESTS, we should keep it simple & go w/ ACT. Why cont 2 waste time on system that yields no value.
A4 Needs to be reliable and able to provide quality feedback for both T and S to build on.
A5) I like the data it provides, but it shouldn't determine a teacher's value.
Q6- What methods work best for you when trying to communicate issues with elected officials?
A5: 101: You don't have to be bad to get better. Good PD=getting better. Getting better=good.
A5: Schools could use portion of funding from ballot measure to help with PD to improve reading & high school grad rates.
And I believe you will get it ... but these things bottom out before they improve. Maybe now is that time.
are that for that reason...they are constantly working on their craft through PD https://t.co/Q8YS565Xxc
That sounds exactly what do to certify. I need to learn more! Thanks.
A5: I love PD when it is meaningful and something I can use.
A6 - Nothing beats f2f. Developing a relationship allows for more deep and meaningful impact for . https://t.co/lLNRzNGQfB
Q6- What methods work best for you when trying to communicate issues with elected officials?
A5: good tradeoff but should be peer-only evaluations if have to evaluate ... https://t.co/i8EEGfGz4R
Q5What are your thoughts about the elimination of the quantitative component for teacher evaluations + addition of a PD requirement
Q5) Effective PD is needed in ALL 50 states but Ts engagement suffers b/c requirements don't match Ts interests.
What is in it for Blue Ribbon schools. What will set them apart now? Will it matter?
Any T from has the ability to take over a training & make it meaningful at any time! https://t.co/FjU7bZROuX
requires supportive admin...which most of us have, but not all are blessed with
A6: Face to face or email
I've honestly gotten good feedback through email, but nothing works better than showing up at the Capitol https://t.co/XuPY4O0M10
Q6- What methods work best for you when trying to communicate issues with elected officials?
The sandwich message...thank them, state my issues and then thank them! Establish a relationship. https://t.co/dkv1qtTJas
Q6- What methods work best for you when trying to communicate issues with elected officials?
Q5 As a beginning teacher I appreciate my evaluations and PD. There needs to be a way to make them useful for all levels of Ts
a6) I still think professional letters have impact. with reserached argument.
In other words, just what NBCTs prove they did for renewal. Too bad they have it in for our program.
Great week!! Enjoyed some great training to share with ! Also got to hang with Chris & Andrea! Miss you guys. Thanks for having me!
A6: Email is great, phone calls work as well. What really works is when I run into them at the Sno Cone stand!!
I've honestly gotten good response through email, but nothing works better than showing up at the Capitol https://t.co/XuPY4O0M10
Q6- What methods work best for you when trying to communicate issues with elected officials?
A6: Depends. For those genuinely interested in discussion, private, calm, and reasonable is most effective. https://t.co/ruBvOCFABs
Q6- What methods work best for you when trying to communicate issues with elected officials?
if possible f2f, focusing on your district reps/senators
A6: Email is okay, but face to face interaction is the best so I can convey my passion and heart for our students and teachers.
BUT we can make the case that aligns with the new law! Could help!
but walking out is not the answer.in my opinion..
A5) Excited that more PD will give Ts an opp to be leaders in their arena. We are all experts on something just waiting to share!
A5 : pd doesn't away mean listening to an expert - it can be small group or even 1:1
A6 email is the most convenient for me. I can take my time to make sure my message is on point as well.
A6 - I like calling bc their LAs keep a tally. Email is always my follow-up & gets best response rate. In person when organized is 💯
Trying to build a relationship w/ your Rep/Senator. They are people too!
A6) I've had luck with phone & in person; others have GREAT "luck" getting noticed via their blogging 😜 https://t.co/HAsgSWjyez
Q6- What methods work best for you when trying to communicate issues with elected officials?
Perhaps NBCT could BE the PD Ts are required to obtain...
A6 Appointments for face-to-face meetings with them. https://t.co/UW0QVttUU4
Q6- What methods work best for you when trying to communicate issues with elected officials?
We don't have sit down tests in real life... Test = hands on learning... Failures and successes.
A6) I will let you know when I find one. :O
A6: Some just want to defend their cliches - I guess I just poke and poke until they ignore me. Is that a good strategy?
I like to invite them to school and show the full classrooms. Sometimes it's like square peg round hole... https://t.co/2z0SOy6j6T
Q6- What methods work best for you when trying to communicate issues with elected officials?
A6: just like with my students you have to build a relationship first. Then discuss. Maintain class and poise. Be adult.
There is nothing better than face to face! They need to see my passion for kids when I talk to them. https://t.co/zMzY0aym3V
Q6- What methods work best for you when trying to communicate issues with elected officials?
A6) As a former City Councilman in CA I read e-mail and letters but the best were the face to face conversations with citizens
A6 Emails, but then I shouldn't think my rep shares ALEC's values cause he went to their conference.
A6 -- get to know their LA...they are the ones with the power.
A4: I think you can get more bang for buck by putting this money into ACT/SAT, and more importantly, career certification tests!
A6 - Building a personal relationship first makes it much easier to discuss policy issues.
A6 First thing we must do is vote. Second we must communicate together. Be a force! https://t.co/4T8UmLrF8E
Q6- What methods work best for you when trying to communicate issues with elected officials?
A6: Email works best for me, but I am lucky to be in a school district/school where represents.
A6: The good ones will respond to DM or email or even phone. Others ignore me entirely - but then, I'm a known bad element.
A6: 1st you MUST develop a relationship w/leg's. They're like mom, if U only say I love U when U want something, they get suspicious.
A6 social media, email, Internet, email, school reach - must diversify to reach as many as possible
A6 -- Don't forget . share good news from your classroom!! Ongoing news.
A6: I've sent emails to every person in the Ok house/senate. My Aunt calls until she gets a response. We must make contact!
A6 biggest thing is we must be willing to communicate w/them. https://t.co/Lpk4UfACya
Q6- What methods work best for you when trying to communicate issues with elected officials?
👍🏻 PD = growth = better Ts BUT must be subject focused & relevant! No general instructional strategies w/1 size fits all
Yes , I that subtweet was meant for U...with love of course. Love from the bottom of my ROPE https://t.co/xJVsGziZU5
A6) I've had luck with phone & in person; others have GREAT "luck" getting noticed via their blogging 😜 https://t.co/HAsgSWjyez
Q6- What methods work best for you when trying to communicate issues with elected officials?
A6 Positive, professional, well thought out emails.
BWAHAHAHA- oh, wait...
You're being serious, aren't you?
Um... yeah, we could try that. https://t.co/Xm4tmgEy45
A6: just like with my students you have to build a relationship first. Then discuss. Maintain class and poise. Be adult.
f2f works but things I can say in email...I wouldn't say in person &I it helps me to coord thoughts https://t.co/KceFOdlP4H
Q6- What methods work best for you when trying to communicate issues with elected officials?
A6) text messages are the best . We all need a relationships with our legislators
A7: talking to voters they care about, my girls gps don't want us to move out of state, ultra conservative, ultra pro public Ed
A6) Communicating when things go right is important. Can't just complain and still have a sympathetic ear.
A6b They like it when you acknowledge that their time is limited and valuable too. Drop in is great. Appointment is better.
T's need to feel like they are working together to achieve greatness for their students - all of them
Build a positive relationship! Be honest, be genuine, be willing to listen as much as talk https://t.co/d85z9zQdck
A6 - Building a personal relationship first makes it much easier to discuss policy issues.
a6) being politically active.. they pay attention to names they see more than once.
-- that is the goal of the NBC process. AS is certification.
A6: Communicate early and often. And never forget to say 'Thank You' when they do something you like. Flies with honey people.
I blow up their Twitter :) thanks for listening
I need to be better about that. https://t.co/d5iyNYFdzE
A6 -- Don't forget . share good news from your classroom!! Ongoing news.
Q5) take PD online, put teacher leaders like in charge
it is chat. It happens 8pm on Sun where educators. One person moderates questions & we answer our opinions.
A6: Do your best to know their record / stated positions ahead of time. Too many Ts crash in barking at supportive legis.
True. Perhaps they've fund a full scholarship instead of just the partial. I can hope...
Build relationships, be honest, share good news & support, advocate clearly & empathetically. https://t.co/FCVVKuTrt5
Q6- What methods work best for you when trying to communicate issues with elected officials?
Build a relationship so they will give you cell phone number
PEOPLE! Amen! But more than just a session. I can see aligning staff-wide, year-long PD plan tied to T & S growth.
Debbie Hoffman, Cache, on the road & joining late...I'll read & catch up by next week😳
'mWithHim We need to b eye to eye. Meet at their offices or have them out for face to face.
https://t.co/LSvb7LAfKF
A6 Appointments for face-to-face meetings with them. https://t.co/UW0QVttUU4
Q6- What methods work best for you when trying to communicate issues with elected officials?
a5 attend john birch meetings with them (that's sarcastic, on a pb rant this week...)
will give partial scholarships, and ongoing PD and support. Small reward for NBC.
Collaboration is key! We are much stronger learning together than we are acting alone! https://t.co/XLryTrPXDw
T's need to feel like they are working together to achieve greatness for their students - all of them
. a6 - get to know their staff!! They aren't powerful, but they are influential! (ahem, hint hint)
A6 Part 2: if you can develop a relationship through regular f2f, email, phone - better still. Offer assistance on research
A2 Why spend $ = to a 1st yr T salary to *think* about how to distribute 1 time funds?!
I agree.. And an open mindset to the response https://t.co/VeLdO1T1VM
A6 Positive, professional, well thought out emails.
A6: I've never tried, but good info to know. Does it really make a difference?
I had a principal once tell me this was the best way to get noticed https://t.co/iZJ4d2noCa
A6 -- Don't forget . share good news from your classroom!! Ongoing news.
Well every parent in OK having to find childcare gets expensive & nat'l news attention. Hard to ignore like a rally. #
I do agree that we should reinvest in OK teachers for PD not consultants
My point was that NBCT renewal is documentation of the process you described so cutting it seems silly.
High School Science Teacher https://t.co/OoBKZMTFNJ
Welcome to the July 31st tweet-chat. Please introduce yourself and share your role in
Agreed! Face to Face is great, too, bc they see passion+experience. Hard to ignore. https://t.co/0s9nj66bNg
a6) I still think professional letters have impact. with reserached argument.
PD is a much better option! The previous method did not show the quality of teachers. PD might not either, but it will make us grow.
so true! The support staff will make or break you! https://t.co/U2ZrfhPWv1
. a6 - get to know their staff!! They aren't powerful, but they are influential! (ahem, hint hint)
You're only 2nd to for constructive snark tonight!
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
Q6 Find out what interests them - I actually read a book recommended by my Senator. Enlightening.
Renewal was more meaningful to me than initial cert...because I'd practiced my craft reflectively. .
I find some of the most quality workshops are from teachers to teachers. We need to develop more T leaders
and i only have two actual comments
A7) SQ 779 is not only the lone solution it is the best because it is a growing source of revenue.
SQ779 is part of an overall solution, what is truly frightening is it is the only current option available for
A7: Seems like a good place to start. A separate (& different ) revenue from current system. Directly tied to improving is good too
Would love to see a formal systematic method to develop teacher leaders! https://t.co/WTodbBug54
I find some of the most quality workshops are from teachers to teachers. We need to develop more T leaders
A7 mixed feelings. OK gov needs to do their job to fund ALL state agencies consistently and responsibly.
Everyone needs to get educated on SQ779. Is it perfect no, but it is a game changer for https://t.co/Ac88QkRUYo
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
A7: I just can't come to peace w/ this. We need it, and we need the statement it makes, but I don't like it. https://t.co/80JjxvYt9P
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
This was simply HUGE! When I get down I remember the Big W with TLE last session. Legis listened! https://t.co/Qm4d4gEFi2
A7 This!! https://t.co/UzpOoV1K8J
A7) SQ 779 is not only the lone solution it is the best because it is a growing source of revenue.
A7: Part of the solution, yes. However, we will still be behind the 8-ball & will need to continue to fight for what our Ss deserve.
Having PD in the equation give you the T more say on the outcome and your responsibilty for it vs score https://t.co/nIjeUoHVD9
PD is a much better option! The previous method did not show the quality of teachers. PD might not either, but it will make us grow.
A7 SQ799 is the only game in town. It needs to be the beginning of the conversaton. Legislature must ante up.
A7) I think it's a short-term fix that hopefully places more attention on teachers...but definitely not a long term solution.
, Legislators don't seem to see that. We need their support for the program.
A3 Publicly voice support 4 Public Ed & value of Ts; similar to relationships, small gestures go a long way https://t.co/IzhINVOZJT
Q3 – What can we do legislatively and non-legislatively to remedy the teacher shortage?
A7: Yes! Our teachers need to be compensated and it also bring attention to our finding crisis.
A7: It is a start, but only a start. This state needs to do a lot more than that to improve teacher pay.
A7: I resent that our legislature won't do its job and the option we're left w/ is regressive tax on poor https://t.co/80JjxvYt9P
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
A7-It’s a start; it is reoccurring; &it is a way 2show Ts we must do something.However, it can’t stop there. https://t.co/NR6v7PUqAY
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
A7) It is only part of the solution until the next crisis and voters don't want more taxes. A better funding source is needed.
A7: I haven't fully researched this, but what about building on the model of HB1017. was on a positive trajectory until 2009.
Low pay pushes them away. https://t.co/zRVU5I1JlY
a2) Opportunity costs - not being able to encourage teacher aides and permanent subs into full time paths.
Working in it. Some new candidates are , or related to NBCTs.
Anyone who opposes SQ779, ask them why it is considered rude to not tip your waitstaff 15%, but 1% for Ts is too much?
I think it can help with retention and to encourage pre service T's. They need a reason to press on. https://t.co/tTvksw5U4a
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
Not all Ts can can lead PD and not all consultants are waste of $$...matter of supply and demand https://t.co/Jmfjf5XWFc
I do agree that we should reinvest in OK teachers for PD not consultants
just click on the hashtag So much more!!
A7 it is the only viable and sustainable solution on the table, period, end of story.
A7 it is a part of the solution, but we must vote correctly in Nov and have legislation that moves education to the top.
A7: it will show T's and Oklahomans that we all care and want better. Hopefully it will get the ball rolling for more solutions!
A2/A3 On fiscal side: insure all rev is stable. There ARE alt. ways to generate stable $ w/o tax hike. Financial planning works
A7: Yes! Beyond the funding it sends a signal that we value teachers and schools. https://t.co/FouplmWdAZ
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
Q7. The penny sales tax could work - we need to do something proactive instead of just putting out (forest) fires
A7: Yes; SQ779 adds to outcry that what we're doing is not enough! Oklahomas attention is now on the education funding crisis.
No disrespect? What momentum? Largest ed. cuts? Biggest class sizes ever? Most emery certs? Hate to lose.
A7) It's a great start! Would love to see a state-wide effort to make Okla. #1 in per-pupil funding!! 🤑
A6: It is sad when we are having to talk about kissing up to leg to get funding for Ed. Why has the importance of Ed fallen so low?
A7- might be part of the solution if there were a way to get politics separated from budgeting https://t.co/QQjeyw3SHO
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
a7 i want to know what our complaints will be re 779. racing,lottery,etc...all looked great but then there were loopholes
A7) bad economy=less buying=decreased tax revenue; contingency when receipts not enough for paying salary??? https://t.co/PFO6o4znqO
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
A6: people don't say yes to a marriage purposely via email, text, etc.
A7: If does't pass, leadership hears "the state agrees w/ us, to hell with Ts". If it does, poor pay more so rich keep getting cuts
A7 Part. I guess. It probably solves less than half the overall problem. https://t.co/DdOMHX2SfE
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
A7: Absolutely . Poor fiscal judgement has taken to this place. The penny tax will only be a piece of it. https://t.co/ToYcEjeTIM
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
A7 I have questions about SQ779. I am asking them to a variety of people like admin from different areas. https://t.co/QG8DeuCSwN
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
A7 In the long run, needs to be major finance reform for the state, so that the boom/bust cycle has negligible impact on services.
A7 mixed feelings, but it's the best one on the table
A7: my concern, it passes and legis do nothing else...
A7) It's the best option we have, unfortunately.
Really?!?! Progress.. That's what I like to hear. A cut is one thing, but being disrespected another. https://t.co/La9t7D69iG
Norman, Yukon, and I believe Edmond will be honoring all years of out of state experience this coming year!
a7 779 looks great but let's think 5 years into the future and envision what it will look like then. idk the answer.
A7: it just screams that we need help! Make education a priority! We are trying to do this on passion and love but freaking help us
Then's it our job to paint that picture for them via Twitter chat and rallying Ts to the same ProEd message https://t.co/nWS6RGBUIa
, Legislators don't seem to see that. We need their support for the program.
no...the answer isn't always more $$ use the current RESPONSIBLY! Our fball fields r nicer than our schools https://t.co/9Rj3xxdfov
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
Best tweet of the night https://t.co/FoV37f3Jto
I find some of the most quality workshops are from teachers to teachers. We need to develop more T leaders
A7 As teachers we don't always see all the implications of a solution. It can cause other problems. https://t.co/QG8DeuCSwN
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
Maybe consider combing the two powerful sources? Identify passionate teacher leaders to help lead relevant PD.
A7) I also don't hope that legislators/governement officials think that they can ignore teachers for another 8 years if it passes..
A6: third times a charm- people don't say yes to a marriage proposal over text, email, letters, etc.
. If some folks out there don't like the extra $.01 then they can join our side & fight for prioritized policy & spending.
shouldn't have to tax itself to get a raise? Oklahoma, we can do better. https://t.co/9DgZFAyDkC
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
to develop T leaders, we at times have to "push" them just like we do our students out of their comfort zone
has been backed into a corner. IF SQ779 fails the legislators will believe the public does not support public Ed anymore
A7. Let's legislators off the hook. Hurts high tax municipal businesses. Worst of all it hurts those in poverty the most.
Most University Ss in T prgrms can be leaders of PD as part of their course work.
A7: needs SQ779 to pass bc there are no other options on the table. H/w, legislature should work to find a better option long term.
A7: yes .... It's a great start in the right direction
A7 Agree it's the lone solution n that it is needed but we can't sit back like other elections! We r headed 4 a battle has to vote!
Q8- What should the #1 goal for be for the 2016 elections and the 2017 legislative session?
I'm NOT opposed...I just have credible concerns sales tax as a "guaranteed" salary source https://t.co/Ynzi3t2rT2
A7) bad economy=less buying=decreased tax revenue; contingency when receipts not enough for paying salary??? https://t.co/PFO6o4znqO
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
when I left 10 years ago, I thought it would get better and it'd be a temporary move for me..
A7: I'm also still paranoid that no matter how language is crafted, legis will find way to offset any gains and blame Ts for greed.
Me too! https://t.co/VdCuohQg5x
A7: I'm also still paranoid that no matter how language is crafted, legis will find way to offset any gains and blame Ts for greed.
yesyesyesyesyesthisthisthisthisthis
, reminder: I'm throwing back to school party on 8-12, 6:30, at my N OKC house. DM me your email if you'd like an e-vite.
A8: Secure funding and address the teacher shortage.
A8 -- elect friends to legislature. Volunteer, donate. FInd candidates you can support and work. Then VOTE.
A8 -- elect friends to legislature. Volunteer, donate. FInd candidates you can support and work. Then VOTE.
There is no doubt about it. We MUST increase teacher salaries in OK. We need a viable solution SOON! https://t.co/iLjBQ6AiTz
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
That’s a scary thought. I didn’t think things could get worse for . https://t.co/oqkzZsS63J
has been backed into a corner. IF SQ779 fails the legislators will believe the public does not support public Ed anymore
I can see headlines now "ts get raise and still complaining" we need a change in mentality is there a sq for that?
You have many ears right here tonight. Maybe someone can answer. https://t.co/cF7B4wj88K
A7 I have questions about SQ779. I am asking them to a variety of people like admin from different areas. https://t.co/QG8DeuCSwN
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
I disagree, I don't think it says the public doesn't support , I think it shows they support themselves over children
Short term, August 23rd primary runoffs. MANY of these runoffs will pretty much determine the seat. https://t.co/nmA5tb14OP
Q8- What should the #1 goal for be for the 2016 elections and the 2017 legislative session?
A8: needs to promote for those who put kids first, but watch out for the mud that'll fly.
2017 - Set my Ss up for success
Me Three...but only game in town.
Are you reading my mind? AGREED. Why was this not even a leg proposal?
https://t.co/yl5uxHm2eQ
SQ779 is part of an overall solution, what is truly frightening is it is the only current option available for
A8 get Ed-friendly candidates elected and push for real, responsible, sustainable Ed funding.
A8: eliminated high stakes tests for HS students. It's time to do the same for 8-year-olds. RSA / 3rd gr retention is bad policy
A7: Part for sure but long term funding should be part of budget without dependency!! https://t.co/gHQIxhGyI0
Q7 With the need for a long term funding plan and teacher shortage crisis, is the $615M SQ779 penny sales tax part of the solution?
Agreed. Sitting with non-educator friends who just said the same thing https://t.co/gfTAQs7kD2
A7: I'm also still paranoid that no matter how language is crafted, legis will find way to offset any gains and blame Ts for greed.
Could ESSA funds for T PD cover NBCT costs?
A8 (a) Vote for people who don't suck. (b) Stop the bleeding. https://t.co/X1HYBJSTAH
Q8- What should the #1 goal for be for the 2016 elections and the 2017 legislative session?
A8) Our number 1 priority is voting for people who will make sustainable changes in ways that Education is funded.
Testing!!! Get the ACT implemented and 3rd grade reading test for promotion needs addressed https://t.co/2Nenpz5OQN
Q8- What should the #1 goal for be for the 2016 elections and the 2017 legislative session?
Q8 wow that is a loaded question and answers will vary depending on where you are & what you need. https://t.co/04RAi2MqQe
Q8- What should the #1 goal for be for the 2016 elections and the 2017 legislative session?
Very!!!!! https://t.co/9Eedcv1T3n
That’s a scary thought. I didn’t think things could get worse for . https://t.co/oqkzZsS63J
has been backed into a corner. IF SQ779 fails the legislators will believe the public does not support public Ed anymore
This. https://t.co/tqDTDSnaHD
Short term, August 23rd primary runoffs. MANY of these runoffs will pretty much determine the seat. https://t.co/nmA5tb14OP
Q8- What should the #1 goal for be for the 2016 elections and the 2017 legislative session?
needs more great Ts to continue to educate our growing S population, we need operational $ & resources to meet those needs head on
A8: If we don't have something close to a landslide of -friendly wins, the backlash will be... oh god, it will be brutal.
I know it is the best we have but I agree with others nervousness about it.
Great chat tonight ! Gotta jet a bit early - I'm home!!! That last hour on the road certainly flew do to you passionate folks!
Can't address teacher shortages until u address the WHY. It's not all $$. https://t.co/GzZyd0sSE5
Q8- What should the #1 goal for be for the 2016 elections and the 2017 legislative session?
Teacher Retention https://t.co/5PrKQZ7qaG
Q8- What should the #1 goal for be for the 2016 elections and the 2017 legislative session?
A8: Education needs to be a priority!!
Another thing for me to work on. Maybe I should format my blog that way...lead w/the impact, trace back to the process.
GREAT JOB with the chat tonight - Awesome job providing leadership to us Ts
A8: let's rally around our teachers running so our voices can be heard! Ss deserve the best schools and Ts, we should give them that!
A8 -- for the session, I want high stakes gone. Adequate funding. Salary&shortage addressed LONG TERM. I can dream.
A8: Vote! Retain T's, encourage pre service T's, make the teaching profession attractive again. Whatever it takes to do that.
A8 1st elect teacher caucus. 2nd stay in touch with and be educated about bills!
Q8- Give teachers a reason to stay in OK. Too many are leaving due to pay, class size, testing. All fixable areas
A8) increased, new, &/or more efficient sources of revenue to properly fund ALL states functions https://t.co/2ww22E4a55
Q8- What should the #1 goal for be for the 2016 elections and the 2017 legislative session?
A8 support those that support . Encourage/inform others to get out and vote.
Volunteer. Give $$$ to critical primary runoff races. GET INVOLVED NOW , or all this wonderful talk won't matter.
A8 Change the Conversation from "we need this" to "They DESERVE This"...prove why Ts are the #1 asset to growth in
A8: Get the right people in office who support education and work side-by-side with them.
A8: Teacher pay/shortage, assessment that is useful, mayB decide what container must hold records for eons. https://t.co/5HbhIEhxNt
Q8- What should the #1 goal for be for the 2016 elections and the 2017 legislative session?
A8) Teach our kids to the best of our ability and show them what we really do.
Have learned a lot... Good night, Gracie!!!!
before rules like EOI can b implemented..It should have 2 b approved thru a teacher panel w/students needs https://t.co/GzZyd0sSE5
Q8- What should the #1 goal for be for the 2016 elections and the 2017 legislative session?
A8) Vote EDUCATION! When educ. is fixed, everything else will follow accordingly.
A7 I think that it is a start! But there is still a lot more to be done
A8 Elect legislatures who are pro education - funding and policies.
THIS. https://t.co/5TW7UcqHdc
A8 get Ed-friendly candidates elected and push for real, responsible, sustainable Ed funding.
if they don't engage early it won't make them ponder why? then give them the research as to why?
It's about creating a world-class education system for our kids! https://t.co/yeuiynqp6W
A8 Change the Conversation from "we need this" to "They DESERVE This"...prove why Ts are the #1 asset to growth in
rarely is it money, when U dont get paid, its a sign of not getting respect.
A8 -We need ability 2do the work we’ve discussed 4 yrs w/out neg feedback - Engage Ss w/ meaningful lrning. https://t.co/Yb7tanTtM7
Q8- What should the #1 goal for be for the 2016 elections and the 2017 legislative session?
Thank you for a great chat.
Q9- Do you have unanswered questions about SQ779 - the penny sales tax for education?
A8: First order of business is to elect pro-education candidates in November.
A8. Statewide walk off the job. National attention if even for one day. Jack Black "Stickittothemanyeosis" sickness for all teachers
A8) get everyone out to vote for people who will make education a priority
A8 - continue to fight for what's best for S. Which means fighting to get and retain best T's.
And this. Please for the love of my soon-to-be 3rd grader! RSA broke my 1st kid! https://t.co/reCktWh5kk
A8: eliminated high stakes tests for HS students. It's time to do the same for 8-year-olds. RSA / 3rd gr retention is bad policy
Getting the hang of this chat. 2 down, many more to go!
Since there are a lot of future teachers on here, could someone post the list of Teachers running. I don't have it handy.
You're not the only dreamer! ✊ https://t.co/nGVuxvemXy
A8 -- for the session, I want high stakes gone. Adequate funding. Salary&shortage addressed LONG TERM. I can dream.
My timeline right now is all and . What is my life right now.
Not sure what you are saying. That my approach won't engage?
Thanks to folks I'm a Ed newbie getting my feet wet
AMEN..and you need World Class Ts to have a World Class system...Treat them with same "awe" as Doctors https://t.co/UmqaQ381kg
It's about creating a world-class education system for our kids! https://t.co/yeuiynqp6W
A8 Change the Conversation from "we need this" to "They DESERVE This"...prove why Ts are the #1 asset to growth in
For The Love: Dear Target Mom, so I was pretty much verbally acted this week, over a box of Kleenex. https://t.co/4fyvFCIBPD
Thank's for another great chat!!!
Thank you that was very informational. There is so much to be said. In so little time. lets just put our Ss first!
Great chat tonight, ! Thanks!
A9. Why does anyone trust that this time they wrote language so Legislators can't 1-for-1 divert $? Lucy will pull the football.
Now that is something we can unite about! Love it!! https://t.co/lVOpnUeviW
A8: First order of business is to elect pro-education candidates in November.
What about Higher Ed? Any thoughts?
