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Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Let me start by thanking Ms @missreed for this awesome opportunity! #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 27 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Good evening all! Greg- K, MD. Team #mdeschat. Hope all are well.

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Let me start - I am an educator, parent of a special needs child, & advocate https://t.co/nHjgMQzoIk #MDESchat

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Who is chatting with us tonight? #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 27 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@Sothernngirl Welcome to #mdeschat, tonight, and thanks for moderating tonight’s conversation!

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@jazzmeister2013 Thanks I'm happy to be here! #MDESchat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Kennedra...Physical Education teacher in PGCPS #Mdeschat https://t.co/lAWK7UTPe2

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Who is chatting with us tonight? #MDESchat

principal64 - Moderator Oct 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Chris #mdeschat regular!

jazzmeister2013 Oct 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@MsTuckerRocksPE Welcome back, Kennedra! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@principal64 Hey Chris! #mdeschat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Thanks! #mdeschat https://t.co/MEwI2wVJFJ

jazzmeister2013 Oct 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@MsTuckerRocksPE Welcome back, Kennedra! #mdeschat

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Parent advocacy is my passion. I believe educators should equip parents with tools they to advocate for their children #MDESchat

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

With that in mind let's jump into the first question Q1: Schools benefits the most from Parent Advocates when....#MDESchat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Parent Advocates work with teachers and staff to support students. #mdeschat https://t.co/SriXWgkqc7

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

With that in mind let's jump into the first question Q1: Schools benefits the most from Parent Advocates when....#MDESchat

massignmenthelp Oct 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

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principal64 - Moderator Oct 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1. When the advocates know their needs and can connect them with the right resources #mdeschat

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

When we say advocates do we mean SpEd students or any student? #MDESchat https://t.co/ntOZnJqc83

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1: Parent Advocates work with teachers and staff to support students. #mdeschat https://t.co/SriXWgkqc7
- Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT
  
  With that in mind let's jump into the first question Q1: Schools benefits the most from Parent Advocates when....#MDESchat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Any student. Doesn't have to be SpEd Ss only. #mdeschat https://t.co/RSbL1A02Ga

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT
When we say advocates do we mean SpEd students or any student? #MDESchat https://t.co/ntOZnJqc83
- MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT
  
  A1: Parent Advocates work with teachers and staff to support students. #mdeschat https://t.co/SriXWgkqc7
  
  Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT
  
  With that in mind let's jump into the first question Q1: Schools benefits the most from Parent Advocates when....#MDESchat

AssignmentHelpN Oct 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

5 Major EdTech Highlights From Apple Keynote 2016 https://t.co/ebnuncuH7N #mdeschat #MEMSPAchat #mschat #TNedchat #IRAchat

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

That leads us to the next question: Q2: How can schools embrace Parent voice? #MDESchat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Yes I agree. Let's seek to work together. Our goal is what's best for our Ss/children. #mdeschat https://t.co/UeSswRsb1f

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

And vice versa - Ts have 2 remember that oftentimes parents send us their best. We should be able to "coach" them… https://t.co/bS3UdtMWX1

principal64 - Moderator Oct 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2. With transparency and more opportunities to get involved, also by just listening to their concerns #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Oct 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A3: Create opportunities for parents to be actively involved by talking/listening to their ideas. #mdeschat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: Multiple opportunities to chat w/parents. Attended my school's ESOL Parent Coffee Chat. Learned a lot. #mdeschat https://t.co/1p2aNKFGVz

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

That leads us to the next question: Q2: How can schools embrace Parent voice? #MDESchat

WalterReap - Moderator Oct 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Oops this is A2. #mdeschat https://t.co/mWrJuw6UmO

WalterReap - Moderator Oct 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A3: Create opportunities for parents to be actively involved by talking/listening to their ideas. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Oct 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: Align parent ideas with the school's mission and an area of need. #mdeschat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: What if we opened up the forums we use to also talk w/parents? (i.e. Twitter Chats, Google Hangouts?). #Mdeschat https://t.co/1p2aNKo5wZ

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

That leads us to the next question: Q2: How can schools embrace Parent voice? #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Multitasking tonight. Preparing message for youth Sunday this week, completing SchoolMax, and following the #mdeschat. #walkinginthecalling

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

That's an awesome idea! #MDESchat https://t.co/aFosVUd8sX

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A2: What if we opened up the forums we use to also talk w/parents? (i.e. Twitter Chats, Google Hangouts?). #Mdeschat https://t.co/1p2aNKo5wZ
- Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT
  
  That leads us to the next question: Q2: How can schools embrace Parent voice? #MDESchat

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

That's a skill in and of itself #MDESchat https://t.co/v5w4VtNI2i

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Which brings me to another point...Teaching schools/Ts/admins how to build culture & climate. So important.… https://t.co/Y2GWhdnOA6

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Absolutely! Reach parents where they are. Just b/c parents are busy doesn't mean no involvement. #mdeschat https://t.co/M1OGjVMolM

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

I have a teacher in my building who does a Google hangout homework line. Parents love her and feel comfy discussin… https://t.co/vTlhInt8F9

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@Sothernngirl Excellent idea!!!!! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Successful schools empower Ps, Ts, and Ss with voice. Collaborative growth journey. #mdeschat

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3: Are there times when Parent Advocates know more than the school does? Explain. #MDESchat

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@principal64 Chime in when you can! #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@Sothernngirl Just made two quick posts. Reading more than chatting at the moment. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Oct 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3. Not in my experience, but some parents still need the support #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Oct 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: Knowledge is not attached to a position. If we are open to learning EVERY experience can be one in which ALL learn. #mdeschat

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Anyone willing to answer this one? It's a hot subject ... #MDESchat https://t.co/wZE5QZ4vbO

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3: Are there times when Parent Advocates know more than the school does? Explain. #MDESchat

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

In your experience, Q4: Where can parents go for resources to help their children? #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@WalterReap Good point! Taking advantage of every stakeholder’s experience to support growth. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Oct 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4. Most districts have parent advocacy resources for parents, it benefits both schools and children #mdeschat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: Not sure. Attended training yesterday..learned about MD Families Coalition. How Do Ps learn resources?#mdeschat https://t.co/qX2Sr9054y

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

In your experience, Q4: Where can parents go for resources to help their children? #MDESchat

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Maybe schools could provide resource boards ... #MDESchat https://t.co/8NNivHjAER

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

In your experience, Q4: Where can parents go for resources to help their children? #MDESchat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4: I can refer parents to guidance counselor/sped. Yesterday's training showed me other resources. #mdeschat https://t.co/sWAZAFa6WI

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT
A4: Not sure. Attended training yesterday..learned about MD Families Coalition. How Do Ps learn resources?#mdeschat https://t.co/qX2Sr9054y
- Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT
  
  In your experience, Q4: Where can parents go for resources to help their children? #MDESchat

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q5: How can parents and schools work together to keep discussion solution focused? #MDESchat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4- Saw an idea recently of Parent #EdCamp, which I thought was a really cool idea. Empowering Ps to help empower Ss for success. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Oct 27 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5. Always works best when the discussion stays focused on the needs of the child, keep the adult personalities out of it #mdeschat

MsTuckerRocksPE Oct 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A4: Heard of Ed Camp. How would it work for Parents? #mdeschat https://t.co/ZodjX7UGRa

jazzmeister2013 Oct 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4- Saw an idea recently of Parent #EdCamp, which I thought was a really cool idea. Empowering Ps to help empower Ss for success. #mdeschat

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

I love that idea!! Did they do it during summer months? #MDESchat https://t.co/YT9qPRdRI8

jazzmeister2013 Oct 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4- Saw an idea recently of Parent #EdCamp, which I thought was a really cool idea. Empowering Ps to help empower Ss for success. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 27 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@MsTuckerRocksPE Will have to inquire further. My thinking is Ps came w/ ideas, interests & school facilitated learning exp. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Oct 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5: Issues of concern should revolve around whats best for teaching/learning. Assume pos. intentions and build up human capital. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@Sothernngirl Not sure. I think it was during school year, but I could be wrong. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@WalterReap The essence of growth mindset and collaboration. The goal is Ss learning & success. The dialogue is centered there. #mdeschat

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Keeping the spirit of meeting productivity, Q6: What should parent's bring to Parent-Teacher conferences? #MDESchat

WalterReap - Moderator Oct 27 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A4: Schools, community centers, libraries, other parents, and churches should be places where people can access information. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Oct 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A6. Praise for the teacher, questions on how to help at home, advice for teacher on student's strengths/needs #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A6- P/T conferences should involve Ss as well, and incorporate dialogue from all three. Teamwork makes the dream work. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Oct 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A6: Family, the student, whomever serves as a 3rd party for the family. Info. should be shared 3-ways focused on next steps. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Oct 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6: Education takes a village ALL pulling together and supporting the teaching and learning process from ALL perspectives. #mdeschat

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

ONLY FOUR MINUTES?!?! Last Question! Q7: How can schools say Thank You to Parents Advocates? #MDESchat

Sothernngirl Oct 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@WalterReap Absolutely! Baby steps towards self-advocacy ... #MDESchat