#resiliencechat Archive
Co-moderated by Dr. Robert Martinez and Sara Truebridge, #resiliencechat focuses on promoting resilience amongst educators and students.
Monday June 27, 2016
10:00 PM EDT
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Welcome to ! Who is out there in the Twittersphere joining us tonight?
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Anyone being resilient tonight?
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Hi Sara...hope all is well.
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YES! We are here! Glad you are too!
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Happy to be back with you. Kitty in California..educator & host of a radio show on education
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Hi Debra!!! Glad to be back here in !! I always miss it when I can't be here :(
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Always a treat to have you here, Kitty! You know, we are neighbors!!!
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Glad you're back as well.
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Yay! Bill's in the house!
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Hi friends 😊 Spiri from Ontario, Canada at the moment, excited to join
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Laurie joining from Maple Ridge BC The first Monday for a long time that I haven't had an evening mtg. Hello all.
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...and we are excited that you are here too!! Always great to have your contributions!
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Kirk, Illinois, teach 6-8th grade double accelerated math in a flipped classroom.
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Hi Kitty...nice to "meet" you.
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new to twitter chats.....trying it out
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SO GREAT to see you again, Laurie!! Welcome back!
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Thanks Sara! I hope all is well 😊
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YAY!! Love having you here and making one of your new twitter chats!!!
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What are we being resilient about tonight?
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Greetings to the edus. Haven't been very active over the past month--just swamped. Re-emerging tonight with you all!
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I feel like it's reunion Monday here at !!!
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WOW!! Great to have you here again!!
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After reading Adamson & Darling-Hammond, "Global Education Reform" I'm very interested in Ontario Education.
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Welcome, Kim!! Glad you found us!!
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Tonight's topic is : Summer's Here!
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Neglected the intro:
Prof Susan in IL committed to the success of all students K12 & college. Best to all!
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I always like to start out with some type of Tidbit. Here is tonight's abt Summer
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Q1: What are some of you biggest hopes/goals/priorities for your students/children during the summer?
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Two months to regain learning after a new school year begins. That speaks volumes...
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Oh, very nice! I'm not familiar w/Ontario education system...just visiting crazy Greek family on holiday
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A1: That they enjoy the summer, play outside and think little about school. This is what I hope of teachers too :)
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Unbelievable. And for kids who have special learning needs, that gap is likely wider/longer.
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Crazy huh?!?! (Welcome, Kristen!)
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But I haven't turned off my school brain into summer mode yet :)
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Bonjour ! I'll be popping in and out tonight. Sorry.
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I hope students get the opportunity to experience some awesomeness of nature
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A1My biggest hope is that our students stay safe, joyful & engaged this summer. Just like I hope they r everyday at school
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Hello ! First time here! Ready to learn!
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BONJOUR!!! I am almost fluent!!! ;)
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✋🏾 It has been a while... Sherry from Greensboro, NC!
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Great to have you here, Aija!!
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A1: For my "kids" who are transitioning to college and have special needs, I want them to relax, plan, and prepare.
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A1) That they feed their curiosity and interest, learn something new/keep on learning, take some risks, try something new
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A1 That the summer provides active & fun learning opportunities for them. Here's a link re summer ed
https://t.co/QJE9x2jdbB
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A1 That the summer provides active & fun learning opportunities for them. Here's a link re summer ed
https://t.co/6kyPQorVq6
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Thanks- Elem prin from PA
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A1 I want my students to have time to explore their interests, play, spend time with their families, read, relax, sleep...
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YAY!!! Love Newbies!!! So happy you are here, Sarah!
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A1 Hoping to work with Kid Q on math skills. Gonna do some physical therapy with Kid O. Gentle stretching.
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A1: I hope that my kids remember to be kids. That they can be free and soak up all that life offers them. Be inquisitive..
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A1 I hope my students have a safe and fun summer. Unwind before getting ready for another school year
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A1: explore stuff, do stuff, laugh be foolish
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THANKS for the resources!! Always welcome!
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A1 As for my son, I'm thoroughly enjoying spending June w/him as he prepares to move to NYC and start his job.
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Oh no, Kirk. &here I just wrote the opposite. Sort of: active learning that is wonderfully fun &restorative.
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A1: I want every child to read daily over the summer ! https://t.co/ExemoHHGOv
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Q1: What are some of you biggest hopes/goals/priorities for your students/children during the summer?
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Love the "gentle" aspect of stretching.
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Wonder to wonder is what it's all about--as a kid and as an adult--but sometimes we forget.
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new to hope I am answering correctly
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YES!!! ...and welcome (I am originally from NY)
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The restorative benefits of the natural world--that every person needs. Thank you for pointing us to this.
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Hey Brian!! Good to see you here on !!!
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Gonna try and work on her feet.
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I think it would be easier for some Ss to take risks w/o classmates around, especially for G&T students
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There are no wrong answers here on We are a welcoming-and resilient- crowd!!!
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I wrote this "summer blog" this morning and got some nice feedback. Y'all on might enjoy it too. https://t.co/EbRDlaK17M
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from Long Island teach in the city
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I look forward to reading it!!
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A1) I wanted my Ss to keep writing in summer so I would send them each a letter in summer to surprise them & most wrote back
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Q2 coming up...the anticipation is mounting...
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Q2: What concerns do you have about summer break?
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A1 Now that Kid Q is entering high school and no school uniform, she is going to need real clothes. Is shopping a goal?
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A1: I hope every student gets a chance "To find the world is mud-lucious & puddle wonderful"... https://t.co/1Rcr1lde5L
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It ALWAYS is in my book! ;)
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Then my goal is to buy her some clothes. She needs a real wardrobe for high school.
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I absolutely LOVE this idea!!! Thanks for sharing it and for being here tonight on !
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A2: regression working with students that fall out of a routine and comeback to school and need a month or two refresher
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A1: I want my students to have fun!!! Summer is so stressful for so many of them.
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Yeah. This is always a toughie--and unfortunately all too often much of a reality.
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A2 That we have summer break. Challenge to figure out how to spend the time. And so hot.
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A2: student and teacher learning regression
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A2: My only concerns are getting done all the stuff I say I'm going to do when break comes...then don't finish any of it! Ha
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YES!! Fun is what summer is all about!
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My biggest concern is trauma. S's I teach are often faced with challenging circumstances in their neighborhoods
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A2: Ditto, esp. for those with special learning needs incl. social skills, behavior, etc.
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A2: the situations where school is the best thing, best place for certain kids
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This is a big concern for many. Good thing to recognize among our Ss so that we can address it appropriately
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Agreed, and for their parents, many of whom lack flexible work hours, affordable childcare, etc.
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A2 I really have very few concerns for my students and my son.
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A2) Enjoy personalized learning, what they want to learn about, meaningful to them, sad when they don't have opport to do so
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A2: Brain drain, the loss of owing to learn, the death to exploration. 😢 https://t.co/m7kbibyW3R
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Q2: What concerns do you have about summer break?
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Yes, for many the 7 hrs at school are the safest, warmest, and best hours of their day.
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So sad to hear this Aija. They are fortunate, however, to have you when they return.
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You are blessed! ...and they must be too.
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We have a year round school where Ss get Dec, April & Aug off Less opportunity to lose skills
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A2 I have many concerns for kids who're going hungry & have other needs going unmet. I know people are stepping up for them.
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A2 Wish every student had a wonderful summer experience: safe, loved, w great experiences.
Far too many spend it all inside.
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That's terrific. I support year-round school with shorter breaks throughout the year.
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I have found year round schools to be able to address summer slide
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Here comes Q3... But always feel free to answer any from
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Absolutely. Never understood 3 months off. Makes no sense re: learning.
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Q3: What activities are good for summer fun and learning?
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Parents are very supportive of shorter breaks & Ss & Ts seem more refreshed
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Students do not get burnt out?
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And this may work better too for working parents re: schedules.
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. Not that we've seen. 12 weeks on and 4 weeks off. Seems to work...
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A2: I worry that kids aren't in a safe environment with food and adult supervision during the summer.
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YES! (as long as siblings are on the same schedule)
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Todd from NY via Denver tonight! HS Assistant principal. Good evening!
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I think technology can be a great way to keep kids engaged and learning through the summer.
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Yes, this worries me too.
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Whoa!! A multi city tasked!! Love it and welcome, Todd!!
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A3 Varies by person. Reading, athletics, random play (in- and out-side), indoor games, going to movies/plays/concerts, etc.
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Hi Dana! Yes, look how it is connecting us tonight on !!!!
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A3: nature hike, museum visits,road trips to historical places.😊
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Hey , I see the search feed is still glitchy. It gives me four tweets w/i Twitter web client. Leslie in Ontario, Canada!
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A3 Great question! Far too many children spend the summer in front of a screen: movies, videos, gaming. Passive or iterative
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A3: Our district provides summer access to Amazon's TenMarks for review or enrichment. Khan Academy is also good.
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A3: Going w/ their interests & passions. Beach. Camp. Nature. Arts. But R&R for sure.
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Getting S's in group activities with diverse groups of children.
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Hi Leslie!! Back from Mexico?
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A3: Bookclub w/ a relative far away. Skype, FaceTime or email @ what you ❤️'d about the book https://t.co/0MUUbYBqxk
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Q3: What activities are good for summer fun and learning?
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A3) Any outdoor activity, let inspiration come from nature, summer is perfect time to be ores & get creative/innovative
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A3) Any outdoor activity, let inspiration come from nature, summer is perfect time to be bored & get creative/innovative
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A3 Never been good at summer fun and activities since it's such a miserable time for me.
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Agreed. Diverse groups. New cultures. Helps to combat what's going on in this world. We need acceptance.
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A2: Absolutely no concerns; it's the only time we (Ss, Ts) get to do what we feel like more often. Personalized learning!
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Yes, as long as it's not the only activity. We're all still figuring out this new evolving tech culture.
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A3: Nothing better than a road trip to high interest places
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So sorry to here that. :(
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A3 Special yoga at least happens over the summer. Not sure yet what else. Just started.
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A1: That they have fun and learn about the world. I know my own kids are doing so!
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Trying to maintain my perspective. Two years ago I spent my summer undergoing chemo.
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And I understand for people who don't love summer, it's especially tough because of cultural expectations.
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A3: Walking, hiking, road tripping, family visits, reading, zoo/museum visits, chatting, reading, playing, dreaming...
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Summer time is also good@to engage in life skills (cooking, banking, sewing)
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A3 Keeping journals, informational trips (would be amazed how many Ss have not been to parts of their city, library programs
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I understand. I hope this summer is a great experience for you!!!!!!
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Kids should be able to do what they love in the summer and also try new things. Kids should be creative in the summer!
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I know!! It doesn't take much to "get away"
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One summer I was in Alaska in August. Just send me back there for summer.
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Yes, back and taking a break in my hometown!
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Something that most educators miss! Thanks for pointing it out-- educate in every way, right! https://t.co/duhtLqswtE
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Summer time is also good@to engage in life skills (cooking, banking, sewing)
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Let's focus a bit on ourselves, shall we?
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Q4: What are some of your biggest hopes/goals/priorities for YOU during this summer?
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Been already very hot. Like we went from 60s and 70s straight to low 90s.
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we were close in the 100's today!
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I so want to like this multiple times. There are so many important skills for students: K12&college
https://t.co/eep6PNTb8w
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Summer time is also good@to engage in life skills (cooking, banking, sewing)
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A4 start my admin degree, travel, and catch up with friends and family
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A4: read, travel, lead & attend pd, get to know my new boss
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A4: DON'T GET COMPLACENT-- biggest hope and priority ALWAYS. https://t.co/DlH5l06dlK
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Q4: What are some of your biggest hopes/goals/priorities for YOU during this summer?
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A4) recharge, hang with family, brainstorm new ideas, stay connected to keep learning, build more networks for Ss learning
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So far so good.I see the oncologist in couple of weeks. No relaxation 4 me tho.Not w taking care of Kid O.
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I've learned to love summers in southside Virginia. Warm you bone-deep, night insect songs...
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Well said and something for all of us to remember!
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Q4: hope to read all the books on my desk, dream of traveling to places I haven't been (2 down lately), see good friends too
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A4) I hope I get a chance to enjoy summer & rest, lots of traveling, visiting family, conferences, camps ...oh my!
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I don't even want to hear about it. We'll probably have at least one of those days, too.
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A4 I really want to enjoy being a mom watching my baby explore her world
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Q4 New math curriculum starting in the fall. My goal is to not be clueless on day 1. Should I be hoping for more?
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A4: Some "new" -- perspectives, opportunities, doors. And some balance.
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Yes, so much to do...the "rest" part is as impt. as any part of the plan!
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A4 Family time. Reading. Running. Music. Writing. Maybe daring to start to seek feedback on a book draft I've completed.
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A4: I need to find myself. I think I am still a little bit lost. I also need to brush up on the IC model for my new role.
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There's some nice things. My garden helps me get through the summer. All the colors.
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A4: Finishing my master's degree Friday! Then relaxing, reading and having fun!
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The best. Nothing better. Remember those days well and with tender memories...
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A wonderful goal. They grow so fast. Enjoy it!
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Good plan!! It is the best plan!
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Sounds like a good basic goal to me. Once that's met, you can think about others! :-)
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You mean the taking care of Kid O part? Well that is year long but intensified in summer.
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A4: Another goal is to explore/embrace change. Education changes often--
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Congratulations Kim. Quite an achievement.
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Nothing like a garden to brighten any day and any heart!
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Mmmm. Nice. Maybe next you can share pictures?! :-)
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I also want to write. Write whatever comes to me when I have time to.
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it was great joining need to sleep. Last day is tomorrow in NY! I gave some of you a follow great connecting
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Personally I would like to visit a beach..sip some sweet tea....and read a book for pleasure.
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Awesome! How cool that will be.
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A4 Oh, I also have a fitness goal. Just started a new program. Love it! Plus the yoga, Body Flow & Sprint classes.
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What a great treat it was having you here! Pls come back to any Monday 7-8pmPST
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You are an inspiration! I need to get on this too!!
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A4: my biggest hope this summer is to rest for July to ramp up for the busiest fall I will have ever experienced.
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A4. Not being clueless is definitley good. Being their for implementation is a great start too. Expectations get in the way
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WOW!! What makes this fall so different from others?
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Oh my goodness yes. As my son graduates from college/starts work, I'm remembering those days fondly. So wonderful.
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A4: How about just being easy. Everything doesn't have to be hard but remembering that "We can do hard things" /2full
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A4: read fiction without feeling guilty
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I will have a great night and enjoy your summers
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Heads up for everyone. If you subscribe to my blog, you will get the announcement soon when I offer the ebook copy for FREE!
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A question to make you reflect...
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Q5: What is your favorite summer memory?
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I decided to take on an opportunity to fundraise for a great cause. I will be asking worldwide.
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A4 Short answer: surviving the heat. Long answer: Continuing to learn how to be a better MissShuganah.
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Thanks for sharing this, Sarah!
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There's a group just starting up today on Twitter. Check it out!
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A5 My favorite summer memory... Two come to mind. 1967... Trip to Expo '67 with my family. Really great trip.
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A5: Catching fireflies (or lightening bugs) with my son.
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A5: coaching my daughters in fastball for a decade
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THIS IS ONE OF MINE TOO!!!
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A5 Trip to Alaska summer before I met my husband. August is a great time to be in Alaska.
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I don't see them now that I am in CA :(
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Playing outside until the street lights came on and we had to go home.
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A5 Favorite summer memories: sitting by water reading/writing. Harder to do on a laptop due to glare. Hear Macs are better.
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A5) Vacationing w/mom, we would travel to Greece, Greek islands, Italy, Germany, all over Europe, best learning experience
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A5: Every year has great memories. Running by the river on a beautiful summer's eve. Bed time now. Good night, tweeps!
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Thanks. One of my favorite ones.
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Really? I didn't know they don't exist out there. I'll get a photo this summer and send it to you.
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Ooh! I was a shortstop! And great at base running. Loved the sport!
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A5 So many. Oil painting w/my grandmother. "Secret Orders" adventures w/my grandfather. Frisbee tag evenings w/my friends.
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Night, Leslie. SO GREAT to see you tonight here on !!!
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A5 One thing I liked about traveling to Expo '67 is that it was an exciting trip for a kid. And I learned stuff too.
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A5. Favourite winter memory seeing as it's winter here... ice-skating in Korea probably. First time ever.
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Q5: going to Niagara Falls and Toronto with my family growing up.
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A5: When I was young - playing touch football in my neighborhood with my friends.
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Cool!! Literally and figuratively!
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We do lots & lots of outreach. It is a first to ask others to reach out to us.
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Hey, good to see you, Eric!
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A5 Long days together with my young son. Youth sports teams. Trip to Martha's Vineyard last week w/son & wife. etc.etc.etc.
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My favorite summer memories are of traveling with my grandparents
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I might try to learn some French this summer--oui?
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A5: Making these bracelets or key chains... Seems we always did this in the summer
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A5 Trip to Alaska was one the best ever. Humpback whales. Moose. Eagles. Otters. Glaciers. Wildflowers. Totem poles.
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It was, I was so very blessed to have had experience 😊
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YES!!! I did this too!!! (That's a pic of the box weave!!)
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Me as well. One of my favorite places.
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A5 Trip to Alaska was bittersweet. Came back home to my dad having had a stroke. Left him w aphasia on top of Parkinson's.
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Very cool. Made from what material?
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Last question of the night...
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Q6: What are you going to do tomorrow as a result or tonight?
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Love it! But aren't you too young to remember these???
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A6 Will be cooler tomorrow. Gonna weed and plant.
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That must have been so hard!
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Ooh, francais?!
J'ai fait mes etudes secondaires en la Suisse dans une ecole pour les filles.
[High school in Switzerland]
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A6 Periodically hink back on the individuality and unversality of our responses as I move gently through the day.
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A6: Remember that summer can be a time of self-reflection. Warm evenings lend themselves to thought...
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Was very hard. Happened right before I was supposed to leave. Family told me to go anyway.
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A6. Write write write and create. It's about time to get going on a new podcast series.
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what a supportive family you have.
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So glad to be back here. Thank you, Sara, for all that you do! Resilience is at the center of all our lives. Best to all!
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Love it! I think I can actually hear the music through that pic!!!
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Not as supportive as you'd think but they had their moments.
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Thank you for your kind words. So glad to see you back here at
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Très cool. J'ai étudié à Nanterre en 79-80, et puis j'étais lecteur à Talence en 84-85. :-)
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A6) I am going to enjoy my last day in London, Ontario w/ my Theo & Thea & Greek family, love them so ❤️
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A6 Work, work, work. ;-)
Good night to all!
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I think that we all may have that experience with our families at times.
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I think I've seen them all!
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A6: Carpe diem!! ✋🏾 Good night, ya'll! 😴 https://t.co/GwBe0VDJhT
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Q6: What are you going to do tomorrow as a result or tonight?
