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DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #EngageChat. Please check in with the group.

ERobbPrincipal Apr 8 @ 8:01 PM EDT

#engagechat Evening! Evan from Virginia- Happy to be here

gvtechteach Apr 8 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi! Melanie from Kansas City- Middle School Administrator #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@gvtechteach Welcome, Melanie! #engagechat

JKatzaman Apr 8 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Joining from Maryland to get tips on mentoring. #EngageChat.

MrCourington53 Apr 8 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi #engagechat Mike from Illinois

Tohcl555 Apr 8 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hello, CL sending regards from Singapore. #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Apr 8 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hello, #engagechat. Parent from CT. Can't stay the whole time but glad to Twitter-chat about mentors for the second time this week! #lrnchat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@JKatzaman Hey there, Jim! #engagechat

gvtechteach Apr 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome Thanks! I am excited for some good collaboration tonight. #engagechat

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hi #engagechat friends, Spiri from PA, G&T, popping in for a bit 😊

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@MrCourington53 Hey there, Michael! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@Tohcl555 Hey Toh! #engagechat

JeannieSung Apr 8 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Good morning! Jeannie signing in from southern China :) #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@JeremyDBond Welcome, Jeremy! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@itsmeSpiri Welcome, my friend! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@JeannieSung Hey there, Jeannie! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Question 1 coming up ... #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Q1: What does mentoring mean to you? #EngageChat

K12TL Apr 8 @ 8:11 PM EDT

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JeremyDBond Apr 8 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1) #Mentoring is using wisdom and experience to guide another. #engagechat

JeannieSung Apr 8 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: commitment to partnering, journeying w a fellow learner #engagechat https://t.co/lNoXRppX56

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Q1: What does mentoring mean to you? #EngageChat

ERobbPrincipal Apr 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome A1 #engagechat Mentoring is providing support, guidance, and encouragement - all to help an educator develop and improve!

Tohcl555 Apr 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: mentoring is about showing, doing, engaging and motivating. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@JeannieSung So true! #engagechat

gvtechteach Apr 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Mentoring is as much about building someone up as learning about yourself. #engagechat https://t.co/oQf5pmic3U

JKatzaman Apr 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1 Mentoring is having a person available to give you career advice and who can hold you accountable for your progress. #EngageChat.

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@ERobbPrincipal Absolutely! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Amen! #engagechat https://t.co/YwjkK94FUh

JeremyDBond Apr 8 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1) #Mentoring is using wisdom and experience to guide another. #engagechat

MrCourington53 Apr 8 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: having someone to lean on who has been down the road before. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@Tohcl555 Yessss! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Excellent! #engagechat https://t.co/4AWANanVOE

gvtechteach Apr 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Mentoring is as much about building someone up as learning about yourself. #engagechat https://t.co/oQf5pmic3U

K12TL Apr 8 @ 8:13 PM EDT

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DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@JKatzaman Absolutely! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@MrCourington53 You got it! #engagechat

tiffbutton Apr 8 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Hello #engagechat. Tiffany here

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@tiffbutton Welcome, Tiffany! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Question 2 coming up .... #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1) Accepting, give honest, productive feedback, give meaningful support, share experiences, strong interpersonal abilities #engagechat

Tohcl555 Apr 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1+ we need to note that mentoring is different from coaching. #EngageChat

LaurenYvonneTX Apr 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Mentoring means guiding with empathy, compassion, and patience. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Q2. What is the best way to mentor new teachers? #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@itsmeSpiri Awesome, Spiri! #engagechat

JeannieSung Apr 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Yes! It’s amazing to exp the need for n finding support from both ends. #engagechat https://t.co/crnkD316HI

MrCourington53 Apr 8 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: having someone to lean on who has been down the road before. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Awesome! #engagechat https://t.co/bVGsMIQv0A

LaurenYvonneTX Apr 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Mentoring means guiding with empathy, compassion, and patience. #EngageChat

tiffbutton Apr 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A1: To share and listen. To guide, not direct. To inspire, not to discourage #engagechat

tiffbutton Apr 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A1: To share and listen. To guide, not direct. To inspire, not discourage #engagechat

LaurenYvonneTX Apr 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Mentoring means changing a life and thus changing the world. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@tiffbutton Excellent! #engagechat

dpmrheeg Apr 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT

#engagechat A2: Remember how you felt your first year. It's the best compass when providing guidance.

Tohcl555 Apr 8 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q2: be a role model, set good example, be kind, patience, professional. #EngageChat

rizzapiccio Apr 8 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Great topic in #engagechat today! Rizza here from Philippines

ERobbPrincipal Apr 8 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome A2 #engagechat Lots of ways! I like a formalized program with monthly group mtgs and a designated teacher as the key mentor

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@ERobbPrincipal This is a great process! #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2) Slow & steady, instill that Ts are life long learners, still in touch with those I've mentored although in other district #engagechat

JeannieSung Apr 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: regularly sharing tools/advice n let them try it out, fail, n nudge/suppt them to get back up again #engagechat https://t.co/iMPHgKh0FF

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Q2. What is the best way to mentor new teachers? #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@dpmrheeg Well said! #engagechat

rizzapiccio Apr 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A1 mentoring means guiding a person into the ropes of how things workd #engagechat

dpmrheeg Apr 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT

#engagechat A2: very important to be a good ambassador to the profession. Be an example, inspire them to help other colleagues & give back

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Definition of a safe environment! #engagechat https://t.co/pLABg6WJas

JeannieSung Apr 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A2: regularly sharing tools/advice n let them try it out, fail, n nudge/suppt them to get back up again #engagechat https://t.co/iMPHgKh0FF
- DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT
  
  Q2. What is the best way to mentor new teachers? #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@rizzapiccio Welcome, Rizza! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@rizzapiccio You got it! #engagechat

Tohcl555 Apr 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Failure comes from taking some risks in which breeds learning. #engagechat https://t.co/wgyfC1YU38

JeannieSung Apr 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A2: regularly sharing tools/advice n let them try it out, fail, n nudge/suppt them to get back up again #engagechat https://t.co/iMPHgKh0FF
- DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT
  
  Q2. What is the best way to mentor new teachers? #EngageChat

JKatzaman Apr 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2 For new teachers or any new professional, a mentor should be familiar with the professional's situation and career demands. #EngageChat.

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@dpmrheeg Awesome! #engagechat

MrCourington53 Apr 8 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2: #engagechat develop the new teacher to embrace trying and failing. https://t.co/6q4PjVgSNq

tiffbutton Apr 8 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2:Motivate them, allow them to make mistakes, and understand that you can learn from them too. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@JKatzaman You got it! #engagechat

rizzapiccio Apr 8 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2 consistency is one factor in mentoring #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@dpmrheeg Glad you could make it, my friend! #engagechat

MrCourington53 Apr 8 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: #engagechat as the mentor, make sure you listen more than you talk. https://t.co/tUQWlxELDr

Tohcl555 Apr 8 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Don't size up, keep our minds open to think thru. #engagechat https://t.co/Sb8BhKtrjk

JKatzaman Apr 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2 For new teachers or any new professional, a mentor should be familiar with the professional's situation and career demands. #EngageChat.

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@MrCourington53 Very nice! #engagechat

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@rizzapiccio Hello Ms Rizza 😊 Love that we're on the same "wave length" 😂😂 #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@tiffbutton Yesss! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Great advice! #engagechat https://t.co/QwgAs2oKUQ

MrCourington53 Apr 8 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: #engagechat as the mentor, make sure you listen more than you talk. https://t.co/tUQWlxELDr

Tohcl555 Apr 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Humility! #engagechat learn 2 mentor, mentor 2 learn. https://t.co/KPMMPpTJyq

tiffbutton Apr 8 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2:Motivate them, allow them to make mistakes, and understand that you can learn from them too. #engagechat

MGrundel Apr 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Mentoring new Ts should be a team effort. Each mentor should focus on teaching their strengths. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Question 3 coming up .... #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Awesome! #engagechat https://t.co/X0QxFsSmOB

MGrundel Apr 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Mentoring new Ts should be a team effort. Each mentor should focus on teaching their strengths. #engagechat

LaurenYvonneTX Apr 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Mentoring means encouraging a person to succeed through the good times and the tough times. #EngageChat

Tohcl555 Apr 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT

That's right, strengths builds strengths. #engagechat https://t.co/VU9gCxcdDa

MGrundel Apr 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Mentoring new Ts should be a team effort. Each mentor should focus on teaching their strengths. #engagechat

ChrisQuinn64 Apr 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A2: Walk the journey with the mentee...offer time, listening, advice, promising practice sharing, empathy. #engagechat

JeannieSung Apr 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@Tohcl555 Absolutely! Failure is the first step to learning! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Q3. What are some common mistakes that mentors make? #EngageChat

ChrisQuinn64 Apr 8 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Joining late...Chris from Ontario. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@ChrisQuinn64 Very nice! Welcome, my friend! #engagechat

MGrundel Apr 8 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Everyone is busy so if a team of mentors can share the responsibility of a team of mentees each can help in their own regard #engagechat

Tohcl555 Apr 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Failure is surely an option to learn. Take this route. #engagechat https://t.co/FKwT17EMpJ

JeannieSung Apr 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@Tohcl555 Absolutely! Failure is the first step to learning! #engagechat

gvtechteach Apr 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3:I think in mentoring some people try to fix or take on too many things. Both the mentor and mentee can feel overwhelmed. #engagechat

dpmrheeg Apr 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

#engagechat A3: Not giving useful feedback.

ERobbPrincipal Apr 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome A3 #engagechat One challenge is expecting who you mentor to be like you-

MrCourington53 Apr 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A3: #engagechat Assuming that the mentee is "ok" just because they haven't said anything or expressed any difficulty https://t.co/Kx4EoJeq48

MGrundel Apr 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Assuming that everything is OK. Not asking specific and in-depth/detailed questions. #engagechat https://t.co/wXfN4ko7V7

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Q3. What are some common mistakes that mentors make? #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Absolutely! #engagechat https://t.co/fl2IJDrbUx

gvtechteach Apr 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3:I think in mentoring some people try to fix or take on too many things. Both the mentor and mentee can feel overwhelmed. #engagechat

dpmrheeg Apr 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#engagechat A3: Not being able to help them pick themselves up when they are down.

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@MGrundel You got it! #engagechat

JeremyDBond Apr 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A3) Just giving advice. As others have said, #mentoring is much more about #listening and understanding. #engagechat https://t.co/N2ISkPiWbc

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Q3. What are some common mistakes that mentors make? #EngageChat

MrCourington53 Apr 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@MGrundel @DavisWelcome yes sir! #engagechat

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3) Some may have forgotten their roots, what its like to start out, may pass judgement, not listen, offer meaningful feedback #engagechat

ChrisQuinn64 Apr 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: Trying to 'mold' mentee in the 'image' of the mentor...need to support/allow mentee to find out what works best for her/him. #engagechat

JKatzaman Apr 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3 Mentors must take care to base advice on mentee's goals and not as the mentor would have things done. #EngageChat.

ReasonerCynthia Apr 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: Cindy joining late- mistakes of mentors include not listening, not keeping confidences, too much telling instead of guiding #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@PeterBanhan Welcome, Peter! #engagechat

Tohcl555 Apr 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: introduction, "any questions ask me", hand shake then hibernate. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

So true! #engagechat https://t.co/p6xOW4Ih7w

JeannieSung Apr 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: giving/telling answrs 2 quickly. need to guide/build skills to promote inq n situational prob solving #engagchat https://t.co/MlIdglpUOn

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@MGrundel Would this be confusing to the mentoree? #engagechat

JeannieSung Apr 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3:giving/telling answrs 2 quickly. need to guide/build skills to promote inq n situational prob solving #engagechat https://t.co/MlIdglpUOn

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Q3. What are some common mistakes that mentors make? #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Apr 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@ChrisQuinn64 it's never about you. #engagechat

tiffbutton Apr 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3: They may get caught up in not failing & put too much thought into it. It should come natural, & mentors should keep it real #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Powerful! #EngageChat https://t.co/NN3Wvj1s5V

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3) Some may have forgotten their roots, what its like to start out, may pass judgement, not listen, offer meaningful feedback #engagechat

leigh_walters Apr 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q3. Trying to fix a problem vs working through it or telling vs modeling. Ms should visit classroom often. #engagechat

LaurenYvonneTX Apr 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Mentors need to realize the power of their influence. #EngageChat

Tohcl555 Apr 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Structured, planned and communicating always. #engagechat https://t.co/qMRlT78hWI

MGrundel Apr 8 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Everyone is busy so if a team of mentors can share the responsibility of a team of mentees each can help in their own regard #engagechat

JeremyDBond Apr 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Passing judgment is the HUGEST #mentorship no-no. It's the biggest human no-no, period. #engagechat @itsmeSpiri

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Welcome, Cindy! You got it ... Confidentiality is key! #engagechat https://t.co/xt0ijLqLaV

ReasonerCynthia Apr 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: Cindy joining late- mistakes of mentors include not listening, not keeping confidences, too much telling instead of guiding #engagechat

ChrisQuinn64 Apr 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A3: Putting 'telling' ahead of listening, observing and truly supporting as a mentor. #engagechat

MathFlashcards Apr 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Jeannie Sung on Twitter https://t.co/b7y1gdJpZC #engagechat https://t.co/aKh4eNLfxH

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@ChrisQuinn64 This is so true! #engagechat

MGrundel Apr 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@itsmeSpiri Nah, if 1 week I lead on tech, next week you lead on assessment & then Mike leads on games we save time, #engagechat

Allegro1225 Apr 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome Applying a cookie-cutter approach to all students #engagechat

JeannieSung Apr 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Absolutely! Safe, trusting relationship to grow can’t be built on judgment #engagechat https://t.co/4TcWnVwRE6

JeremyDBond Apr 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Passing judgment is the HUGEST #mentorship no-no. It's the biggest human no-no, period. #engagechat @itsmeSpiri

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@Tohcl555 Nice, Toh! #engagechat

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@JeremyDBond Absolutely agree! Worst ever! #engagechat

JeremyDBond Apr 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@tiffbutton allow them to fail. The point is always to learn. #engagechat

MGrundel Apr 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@itsmeSpiri cont, if we each mentor to our strengths everyone wins. There is still the 1:1 relationship, but it takes a village #engagechat

tiffbutton Apr 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A3: The only true failure of teaching is forgetting that it's about the Ss and not the Ts. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@Allegro1225 You got it! #engagechat

ReasonerCynthia Apr 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Agree! Always must meet the mentee where he or she is-wherever that is- accentuate the +s #engagechat @JeremyDBond https://t.co/ewURGInzxM

JeremyDBond Apr 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Passing judgment is the HUGEST #mentorship no-no. It's the biggest human no-no, period. #engagechat @itsmeSpiri

ChrisQuinn64 Apr 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@leigh_walters Agreed! It should never be about 'fixing'...when it comes to teachers AND students! #engagechat

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@MGrundel I got ya, I've never experienced this, always one to one, great way to build relationships w/ faculty, very welcoming #engagechat

JeremyDBond Apr 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@MGrundel @itsmeSpiri #lrnchat just addressed this group mentorship concept last night. Hadn't thought much about it before. #engagechat

ReasonerCynthia Apr 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Yes! Always remember what it's like to start out-keeps you grounded and "real." #engagechat @itsmeSpiri https://t.co/naiVAPCNZx

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT
Powerful! #EngageChat https://t.co/NN3Wvj1s5V
- itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT
  
  A3) Some may have forgotten their roots, what its like to start out, may pass judgement, not listen, offer meaningful feedback #engagechat

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@MGrundel I REALLY like this idea! Kiss your brain Mark! #engagechat

MathFlashcards Apr 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Cynthia Reasoner on Twitter https://t.co/Cl0wMd9Q2c #EngageChat https://t.co/RWFOAHPSyZ

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@ReasonerCynthia @itsmeSpiri Amen! #engagechat

rizzapiccio Apr 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

So true @JeremyDBond @itsmeSpiri @gvtechteach passing Judgement and overwhelming advice do not help the mentee at all #engagechat

MGrundel Apr 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@itsmeSpiri I attended a full day PD on mentoring. Learned a lot about how to run meetings ask Qs etc. That was my big take away #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Question 4 coming up ... #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@ReasonerCynthia @DavisWelcome Absolutely, important to remember your roots, stay humble #engagechat

LaurenYvonneTX Apr 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Mentors need to listen well and communicate efficiently. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q4: What are the benefits of effective mentoring? #EngageChat

english_roy Apr 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A3: Mentors need to provide a space for growth and experimentation without judgement. To do otherwise is a mistake. #engagechat

Allegro1225 Apr 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@rizzapiccio @JeremyDBond @itsmeSpiri @gvtechteach Agreed. Advice provided should be logical and have a purpose. #engagechat

JeremyDBond Apr 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

And remember that no one has all the answers. Or needs all the answers. #engagechat @itsmeSpiri @ReasonerCynthia

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@MGrundel Its so important to offer this as PD...mentored many w/o PD, would have felt more confident if offered #engagechat

MathFlashcards Apr 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Eric Davis on Twitter https://t.co/4YZhTwUSWJ #engagechat https://t.co/dztIeeqp9r

MathFlashcards Apr 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Cynthia Reasoner on Twitter https://t.co/Cl0wMd9Q2c #EngageChat https://t.co/U1JQmTZn7p

Allegro1225 Apr 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@LaurenYvonneTX An author once told me: "Clarity is key, and simplicity is the key to clarity." Getting to the point is crucial. #engagechat

WaltKozlowski Apr 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Walt from Michigan. Joining in #engagechat for the last little bit.

ChrisQuinn64 Apr 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A4: Mentoring benefits...increasing confidence, competence, passion and commitment. #engagechat

ReasonerCynthia Apr 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

And sometimes it's ok to fail- not major- but just a little-you grow thru trial/error #engagechat @JeremyDBond https://t.co/n7VdXQQm8G

JeremyDBond Apr 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

And remember that no one has all the answers. Or needs all the answers. #engagechat @itsmeSpiri @ReasonerCynthia

JeremyDBond Apr 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A4) The benefits of #mentoring are mutual. More than anything, the parties learn more about not only each other but themselves. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@WaltKozlowski Welcome, Walt! #engagechat

Tohcl555 Apr 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A4: Mentoring promotes collaboration amongst Ts. Smoothen learning curve for new Ts. #EngageChat

MGrundel Apr 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

#engagechat I think we only need to look to countries that have rigorous multi-year mentoring programs like Finland, Japan, and Singapore

rizzapiccio Apr 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A4 positive outlook in your workspace, the passion to keep on doing your best b/c youre guided properly #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Amen! #engagechat https://t.co/po1Sqf9NF6

ChrisQuinn64 Apr 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A4: Mentoring benefits...increasing confidence, competence, passion and commitment. #engagechat

JKatzaman Apr 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A4 Effective mentors will keep mentees focused on their career paths and milestones. #EngageChat.

Allegro1225 Apr 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@JeremyDBond @itsmeSpiri @ReasonerCynthia Indeed. Knowing *how* to find the answer's perhaps better than having all the answers. #engagechat

ERobbPrincipal Apr 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome A4 #Engagechat Strong mentorship improves teachers which benefits student learning! Also, helps retain staff!

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

You got it! #engagechat https://t.co/qrcnH1ANrC

PeterBanhan Apr 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Students benefits when teachers are successful. Mentoring is about sustainable development of our profession https://t.co/Z2VyLZNRNv

WaltKozlowski Apr 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A4: Mentored benefits from mistakes of mentor, without making them. Thus, enabling him or her to reach further. #engagechat

MrCourington53 Apr 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A4: teacher retention #engagechat

lesliefarooq Apr 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@itsmeSpiri It's so easy to do this by accident too. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Powerful!!! #engagechat https://t.co/bRhqPdGoQI

JeremyDBond Apr 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A4) The benefits of #mentoring are mutual. More than anything, the parties learn more about not only each other but themselves. #engagechat

ReasonerCynthia Apr 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A4: Mentoring can grow teacher leaders & keep new Ts with strong potential from quitting. It can also create sense of community #EngageChat

JeannieSung Apr 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A4: partnership in learning. we’re in it together. chain effect, the led will lead #engagechat https://t.co/KWq2moLdbU

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q4: What are the benefits of effective mentoring? #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A4) Mentoring can attract & maintain caring committed Ts who recognize the challenging & complex nature of teaching #engagechat

english_roy Apr 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A4: We all need a wise and friendly mentor. We all need to speak our fears and celebrate our successes. A mentor helps. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@MGrundel Yessss! #engagechat

Tohcl555 Apr 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Major failures unveiled hidden issues that was overlooked or assumed. #engagechat https://t.co/MbVujpym67

ReasonerCynthia Apr 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT
And sometimes it's ok to fail- not major- but just a little-you grow thru trial/error #engagechat @JeremyDBond https://t.co/n7VdXQQm8G
- JeremyDBond Apr 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT
  
  And remember that no one has all the answers. Or needs all the answers. #engagechat @itsmeSpiri @ReasonerCynthia

WaltKozlowski Apr 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A4: Mentor benefits from new energy/ideas and gains satisfaction of helping somebody grow. It feels good to share what we know. #engagechat

Allegro1225 Apr 8 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@MGrundel do not apply mentoring as thoroughly as we should. #engagechat

tiffbutton Apr 8 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A4: Increases the mentoree self-confidence, and perhaps reignites the mentors passion of teaching. Builds a lasting bond. #engagechat

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@lesliefarooq Hello friend 😊 Yes, I guess it could happen accidentally...it happened to me, was sized up 😩 #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@english_roy Very true! We all need mentoring! #engagechat

Allegro1225 Apr 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@rizzapiccio @JeremyDBond @itsmeSpiri @gvtechteach I, too, know some admins for whom this would be beneficial. :) #engagechat

MGrundel Apr 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Healthy mentoring builds a positive school culture, healthy relationships, and boosts morale #engagechat

lesliefarooq Apr 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@itsmeSpiri It happened to me today. We could all use some training in tact and restraint from time to time! :) #engagechat

LauraGWillis Apr 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Mentoring has exponential power. One moment can start the chain reaction: confidence, renewed energy, & passing on to others. #engagechat

gvtechteach Apr 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A4: Mentoring benefits you in allowing you opportunities for reflection and growth. #engagechat https://t.co/InKHDQOj99

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Amen! #engagechat https://t.co/Prk8pP9llR

LauraGWillis Apr 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Mentoring has exponential power. One moment can start the chain reaction: confidence, renewed energy, & passing on to others. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Yes! #engagechat https://t.co/QovIyTjyO0

gvtechteach Apr 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A4: Mentoring benefits you in allowing you opportunities for reflection and growth. #engagechat https://t.co/InKHDQOj99

WaltKozlowski Apr 8 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Definitely agree with reigniting! Reminds the mentor WHY they chose their path in the first place. #engagechat https://t.co/ivWZiCq5hY

tiffbutton Apr 8 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A4: Increases the mentoree self-confidence, and perhaps reignites the mentors passion of teaching. Builds a lasting bond. #engagechat

MGrundel Apr 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@Allegro1225 No we don't. In NJ we just went to a 2 year program, but in the past was a joke, like 10 hours for the year. #engagechat

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@MGrundel Can I come visit your school? Sounds AMAZING!! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Last question coming ... #EngageChat

leigh_walters Apr 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Q4 A relationship built on trust and hopefully the transfer of relationships to students. #engagechat

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Whaaaat?!?!! Last Q already?!?!!! #engagechat

Allegro1225 Apr 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@gvtechteach about our thinking. I feel I am a better teacher and student for it. (2/2) #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

LQ: How do you guide new teachers away from negative influences? #EngageChat

gvtechteach Apr 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@rizzapiccio Oh yes! I have a 145 pages of research if you ever need it 😱😂#engagechat

gvtechteach Apr 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@Allegro1225 Yes sir! I would 100% agree #engagechat

Allegro1225 Apr 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome Aw, already? #goodthingsendtoosoon #engagechat

MGrundel Apr 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@itsmeSpiri I'm in Southern NJ, we need a #MinecraftED meetup anyways. #engagechat

lesliefarooq Apr 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@itsmeSpiri I know, right? I just got here! #engagechat https://t.co/MglvbjYO7s

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@itsmeSpiri Time goes by fast when you are having fun! : ) #engagechat

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@lesliefarooq Yes, know what that feels like, so sorry hunni, BIG hugs to you, shake it off and let your brilliance shine thru #engagechat

MNTOY2006 Apr 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT

LA: Remind them why they went into teaching in the first place...to make a positive difference in the lives of students. #EngageChat

MGrundel Apr 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@Allegro1225 Msg me on Mon and I will send you some materials from the PD. Just because 10 hrs is the min, we can do better #engagechat

lesliefarooq Apr 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT

LA: I'm not sure, b/c what's negative to me might be considered decent by someone else? Tricky stuff. #engagechat

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@MGrundel YES!!! Will be in Philly tomorrow, cheering on my #Flyers and shoveling snow! #mothernaturesmad #engagechat

MathFlashcards Apr 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Eric Davis on Twitter https://t.co/4YZhTwUSWJ #engagechat https://t.co/XU8zHWCvRi

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@MNTOY2006 Fantastic! #engagechat

Tohcl555 Apr 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

LQ: Disçuss it with mentee w/o naming as negative. Listen to their perspectives. #EngageChat

blocht574 Apr 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

LA: #engagechat Provide new teachers with strong powerful mentors who act as barriers to negatives

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@PeterBanhan Yes!!! #engagechat

ERobbPrincipal Apr 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome LQ #engagechat Hire people with strong sense of self and efficacy- connect them with positive staff-

lesliefarooq Apr 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Hi #EngageChat, this is my outro. I'm Leslie in Mty, MX. I was out getting my fitness on, hence the lateness. https://t.co/tSBovm8ED1

tiffbutton Apr 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

LA:Let their experiences be their own. They have to walk in their own shoes. Mentors can only show them where to buy a good pair #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Absolutely! #engagechat https://t.co/N0nkaBVrwN

ERobbPrincipal Apr 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome LQ #engagechat Hire people with strong sense of self and efficacy- connect them with positive staff-

JeannieSung Apr 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Exactly what I was going to say! They’ll recognize the good from the bad! #engagechat https://t.co/WeFLb01Olr

PeterBanhan Apr 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT
Surrounding them with a positive culture and providing learning opportunities, valuing what they bring to the job. https://t.co/HbxSOqPcmW
- DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT
  
  LQ: How do you guide new teachers away from negative influences? #EngageChat

JKatzaman Apr 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A5 Cautiously point out pros & cons at particular decision points, hoping mentee sees the light and chooses the positive path. #EngageChat.

lesliefarooq Apr 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@itsmeSpiri I've been feeling less and less brilliant of late. I suppose that's a sign. #engagechat

Allegro1225 Apr 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@MGrundel Sure thing! Sounds good. I quite agree - we can do better. :) #engagechat

gvtechteach Apr 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

LA: Be the example 😁❤️ #engagechat https://t.co/yxxVkyKtiE

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

You got it! #engagechat https://t.co/RiOjIvGMwU

blocht574 Apr 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

LA: #engagechat Provide new teachers with strong powerful mentors who act as barriers to negatives

ChrisQuinn64 Apr 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

LA: Walk the talk, be the change, pave the way...positivity, ignite a hunger for a growth mindset, address negativity. #engagechat

itsmeSpiri Apr 8 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@MGrundel Really?!?! Definitely making a #Minecraft Road Trip!!! I'll bring a cheesesteak for ya 😉 #engagechat

ERobbPrincipal Apr 8 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome LQ #engagechat This is hard but we need to work to minimize the influence/informal power of negative people

ReasonerCynthia Apr 8 @ 8:58 PM EDT

LQ:Create an overall sch climate that is +/not toxic.Tell them 2 think they are back in middle sch-choose ur friends well. LOL! #engagechat

lesliefarooq Apr 8 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@tiffbutton Agreed. So well said, Tiffany! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Apr 8 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@lesliefarooq Always great to have you, join us, my friend! #engagechat

english_roy Apr 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A5: Negativity saps a new teacher's spirit. A mentor can gentle guide a new teacher to positive people who will encourage #engagechat

WaltKozlowski Apr 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

#PowerOfPositiveSummit has had great resources on positivity. Could share with a negative staff member. #engagechat https://t.co/N6hdKaigbc

Allegro1225 Apr 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@lesliefarooq Perhaps approaching the topic at hand neutrally may alleviate some of this subjectivity? #engagechat

lesliefarooq Apr 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome Great to be here. I really dig #engagechat. https://t.co/3QkM2xhsaD