#oklaed Archive
This is the official Twitter account for #OklaEd, thehashtag that brings OK educators together. #OklaEd is not political & promotes constructive dialogue.
Sunday March 6, 2016
It's that time again! oklaed! Same bat channel. Same bat time.
Thanks for joining and going into
Look at leading an chat! Impressive BA teacher showing her passion!!
Meghan, I teach kids how to sing and love donuts, unicorns, and rainbows.
I smell an chat coming up. And cats…cats with laster pistols flying on fire breathing unicorns!
https://t.co/Z96vkkKfVd
Good evening, ! Lara with in Tahlequah!
Kim Blodgett, Little Axe Elementary 5th grade T, excited to be here bc the MOST positive person in the world is moderating. :)
Thank you Tony! I'm so excited about sharing my passion for helping others!
Drew Robinson, instructional technology coach & crazy cat lady, Tulsa Public Schools
Good evening! Kas, Elem principal .
Debbie Thoreson, P of a K girl and T of English 3 & AP Lit, Dewey High School
Abby Land/7th ELA/Cimarron/Edmond
Hi!! Jennifer, 1st grade, Moore😀
Current graduate student at OU and future teacher! Hiiiii
Scott - with and living the good life!
Carole Hollman from Pauls Valley
Brandi Williams- mom, science specialist, OU doc student
Amanda Smith, 3rd, Moore Looking forward to rainbows and unicorns
Deborah joining from . Happy to be with y'all!
Kevin Hime Superintendent
Loving wife as much as possible. Math T by day and night at NWC in
Valarie Farrow, AP Tulsa. looking fwd to w/ leading the way!
Hello , Beth Johnson, Broken Arrow PS, Instructional Tech Specialist
Drew price: instructional coach @ PC.
Rick Cobb, Mid-Del superintendent, blogger, and the real Slim Shady
Drew.
Adair HS.
U.S. History.
Battlestar Galactica.
Jenn - 6th grade math diva, Moore
Terri Cullen Assoc Prof .. Still pumped up from yesterday's
Julie Bloss, Principal- Grove ECC
Stephanie, Putnam City Schools
Michael Pogue, Gateway to Technology at Irving MS in Norman
Looking forward to the chat tonight
Melinda Parks, HS Social Studies, Moore
Jason James Advocate - Supt Alex PS - Husband to Father to Rachel & Kaitlyn
Good luck to all BB teams on the !
Tony Sappington, Jr Class Principal at BA H.S.
Kristin Atchley, Student Advocacy Coordinator (Counselor), Norman High
Amanda, sophomore at UCO, can't wait to have my own classroom in a couple of years, excited to learn!
Evening all OU Science Education major doing 6 year graduation plan. Currently in 3rd year
Jeremy, CareerTechEd - Good evening everyone!
Adrienne Fore Union 7th science and GT ... just realized we met at Hh once with Katie
Glen Abshere, principal in Claremore
I’m on spring break!! Glad I can join the chat for two weeks in a row w/o having to jump off to grade
Skeeter Sampler, Principal Cache Intermediate School Grades 2-4
Hi Adam--recovered from Sat?
John Bennett, Emeritus in Connecticut - soon returning for a few weeks to Virginia. Moving permanently in late summer!!!
Debbie Hoffman, Cache PS Prin. Will be checking in from time to time.
I do like rainbow solutions!!!
Daniel, Elementary Principal, Indiana
Its all about perspective ;-)
that's how we roll all the time!
Chad Griffin - Teacher Candidate at OU!
Nancy Williams - Idabel. I teach children to read. I have been doing that for 42 years.It is a survival skill essential for success
Kathy Dunn, Mid-Del Asst. Superintendent
A1 Mentorship = someone who believes in me and pushes me to be the best I can be
A1:) Mentorship to me is providing a peer who has been where you are before and knows the path to SUCCESS!
A1) Mentorship is educators investing in other educators.
Timmy Higgins, 4th grade teacher, 2nd year teaching in Oklahoma City, Retired Lieutenant Colonel
A1: Mentoring is guiding someone else through a minefield you've mapped, hoping they make it through unscathed.
Personal attention with those you are teaching through doing
A1: Walking along side with occasional carrying
Hello Fellow hoosier! Where in Indiana!
A1: someone who empowers and encourages greatness in others!
Tiffany parent and advocate for Dyslexia. Assistive Tech Junkie.
Andrea Gaines science Union High School
Amy Presley History with Broken Arrow High School checking in with
A1: Relationship where 1 can learn from the other. The mentor may not know that they are even a mentor. https://t.co/661OWwI94L
A1 Mentorship—sharing, encouraging, collaborating, listening, encourage growth...safe and real!
Yes!!! We should all be about making others better! https://t.co/iiVUKvWWM6
A1:) Mentorship to me is providing a peer who has been where you are before and knows the path to SUCCESS!
A1: Personally it is what one person will and show and lead another in what to do and how to do it. Not someone who just says Hi.
A1: Mentorship is assisting others in , prov res, advice, assist, enjoying succ, shoulders to cry on https://t.co/6b0iZbmTZ6
By just being there/checking in...definitely with donuts or chocolate in hand!
Building relationships...if you don't have the relationship, all the knowledge in the world won't help https://t.co/xVYu0FotdP
A1 being supportive, encouraging, and letting them know they aren't alone.
A1) Sharing ideas, learning, and growing
Hi - Tutaleni Asino from getting a late start.
What was the site you use to slow chats down? I think it will be helpful for newbies.
A1 Creating a relationship where those involved feel free to share joys and concerns throughout the process.
Adam Howard ELD specialist/Edtech enthusiast East Central High School Tulsa Public Schools
A1: Guiding, modeling, assisting, supporting
A1) mentors learn as much as they teach
a1) mentorship the most important thing to success in any job. Having a go2 person and a sounding board
I saw two sets of footprints to the Teachers' Lounge... https://t.co/YOywM7fEDI
A1: Walking along side with occasional carrying
A1: Willing to listen and give quality feedback!
A1: A relationship where there is positive growth. This can be one sided or go both ways.
Misty Gebhart kindergarten teacher from Coyle checking in!
A1) I believe when you mentor someone. You not only teach him or her, but you learn something in the process
A1. Someone seeing you as a leader & wanting to learn from you. It's a relationship built on respect. https://t.co/daXP6hA3It
Don't forget to use the A1 format and the hashtag!
A1: Mentorship --> Being available to seek to contribute to the needs of others
A1) mentorship is believing that someone can do their best and helping them achieve it and guiding them in the process
A1: learning by experience. Mentors have knowledge to guide new Ts, & help them reflect/think through lessons/strategies/behaviors.
A1) Guiding, inspiring, and building a relationship - Sometimes just giving a safe place to vent, even cry.
I was thinking more like a bar but teachers’ lounge would work too LOL
Marvels here-Tired of ss and ts taking a back seat.
Jason- high school assistant principal
A1 guiding and nurturing to provide a good foundation to support what has been learned.
A1: Mentorship starts first with a pos relationship w/ another person w/ high levels of trust and respect. Honest two-way feedback.
Yes! Mentorship shouldn't be a one way relationship! https://t.co/dIxeVbelCr
A1: A relationship where there is positive growth. This can be one sided or go both ways.
a1: The best mentors listen more than talk - and allow the "mentee" to stay in the driver seat
A1) First step to mentor ship is caring
A1 Mentorship is a guilding hand to the new to the profession or that grade level. It is sharing expertise, insight, and materials.
Willingness to share ideas and strategies with a positive attitude.Takes a personal interest in the development of the relationship
A1) Helping others not make the same mistakes I made!
A1. One who encourages, guides, coaches
Vanessa Perez, Tech Integration Specialist, Clinton popping in tardy
A1: Trying not to screw up the person you're mentoring, nor get in the way. Just push and guide.
A1 someone who helps their protege learn how to be effective and welcome.
Best advice I ever got “Learn from others mistakes. It is cheaper”
A1: partner. Often you're on both ends at once - guiding one peer & getting guidance yourself
Make sure you use the hashtag or only people following you will see your tweets :-)
Mallorie Puckett, Junior at OU, future elementary teacher!
Honest Feedback is so vital! https://t.co/M8LcyyO345
A1: Mentorship starts first with a pos relationship w/ another person w/ high levels of trust and respect. Honest two-way feedback.
A1: Helping you learn to problem-solving, but not solving your problems.
Joey Foote. First year graduate student at OU in the college of Ed. Excited to participate in my first twitter chat!
A) 1. A servant of the one who needs the wisdom of one who has been there and still navigating the waters.
I like this! What's true for leading Ss is true for mentoring. Relationships!!! https://t.co/gFjjJT42Ls
Building relationships...if you don't have the relationship, all the knowledge in the world won't help https://t.co/xVYu0FotdP
A1 Giving a damn about your colleagues
A1 A mentor wants to understand and help, not judge.
Yeah! Thanks for coming into the profession. I hope you stay in as well.
A1) A mentor is your BFF of the workplace. Support,advice, counseling, bail...all part of the job. Oh, wait. Skip that last part. :D
Mentorship need not be a one way learning path. Mentee's can share new enthusiasm and ideas
A1) Mentoring is walking the walk and talking the talk. Be the example!
glad to have you join tonight
and it doesn't have to be formal. In fact, sometimes it works better when there isn't "structure" to the mentoring.
Angela Little | Edmond Parent | Laid off From Devon Energy and looking | Public Ed Advocate
Now is everyone seeing my tweet?
So true. Learning goes both ways.
Hi,
Joining tonight's chat....,will catch up.
Giving then tools they can use, having honest conversations, and reminding them they are a part of something important
Joining in on my first chat. I am a student at OU majoring in Early Childhood Education.
Mentoring and sharing lessons and classroom management
A1) Guiding someone less experienced and helping them succed
A1.2 And mutual respect is really important for an effective mentorship relationship!
welcome! So excited you are here tonight!!
A1 Not only guiding someone but also being an example. Walk the talk.
Best o everything!!! https://t.co/KflcU0jtXY
Angela Little | Edmond Parent | Laid off From Devon Energy and looking | Public Ed Advocate
A2: As a... school community? community? First, take the icky off of being wrong or not knowing... https://t.co/0iv8xTnJfN
Jennifer Blackshare, Jenks Middle School Asst principal joining late
How many other State Supt join their states ? Love that joins ! Thx Joy for your leadership! https://t.co/ByeLOoNuYE
Hi,
Joining tonight's chat....,will catch up.
A2 Anything that decreases stress providing advice, resources, outlets for expression and decompression
A1) Giving them tools they can use, having honest conversations, and reminding them they are a part of something important
A1 Everyone should be part of a Barnabas-Paul-Timothy relationship, always mentoring and always being mentored
A2 this right here... chats are great for mentoring preservice Ts. It's been great seeing so many of them here.
A2 by creating systems of success in the ways we set up our teacher induction programs.
as a community of educators as a whole!
A2 Get them involved with EdCamps and chats - place them on even footing with their students and admins. https://t.co/YhtArV7GSg
A2 I'd love to see a penpal-like program between teachers and pre-service teachers that starts on day 1 of teacher prep program!
Am I able to ask question yet?
A2) Help them build their own PLN and make sure we all welcome questions and show concern for their problems
A2: PreService Ts need specific training in classroom management and classroom technology integration -
A2) Set realistic expectations without crushing enthusiasm
a2) inviting them out to volunteer (literacy nights, lunch buddies) low time but high engagement opps & document for college.
I wish this chat was around when I was a pre-service t! https://t.co/uXQeP9TXN0
A2 this right here... chats are great for mentoring preservice Ts. It's been great seeing so many of them here.
Maybe part of the most important something! https://t.co/cihpAn20Tu
A1) Giving them tools they can use, having honest conversations, and reminding them they are a part of something important
A2: Get them in a room with people who have been there before so they can ask questions. Happened yesterday at
Good evening, ! Roberta Douglas OKCareerTech, joining in.
A2) Field placements are good but pre service teachers need more connection with community to make connections
A2: Visit coll of ed in ur area, speak w/ Ss interested in ed as a career choice, show pos aspects of ed https://t.co/CkiQfL3KYZ
A2- invite them into our schools to be a part of what we do daily. The more they can see, feel and be a part of the better.
A2. Alt certified, so no expert. Maybe visiting their classes? Encouraging former students who are Ed majors to visit informally?
A2: we can invite them to participate in this chat! It's SUPER-AWESOME 2 see all the pre-service Ts joining us!
me too, but Twitter wasn't even around then.
A2 Twitter can b a great source of mentoring. I feel like I have access to mentors from across the county!
Q1) I think mentorship means to be role models and help guide students to become the best version of themselves that they can be.
A2 Try to limit the "help" we give them to things that are truly helpful. Maybe ask them what they need
A2) Notice them. Make sure they aren't drowning, and remember that all drowning victims don't flail around.
I agree, but we can't put them in a box! https://t.co/x13zpEZ9Kd
A2: PreService Ts need specific training in classroom management and classroom technology integration -
A2: build relationships, offer opportunities for conversation and collaboration
A2: First and foremost really listen for opportunities you or someone you know can make a contribution!
Angelica Webb from OUs college of Ed. Joining late A2: Preservice experience w/ cross curricular planning
A2) - I almost feel like it should be mandatory!
A2: as a preservice I can tell you I'm scared to death for placement. Only because I want to do my best. Hope it's hit not miss
A2: We could gt them in "live" classrooms more - even if just a day here, another there, to see more real Ts in action
A2 by ensuring as leaders we have created a welcoming supportive atmosphere that new T's want to be part of.
As alt cert, I wouldn't have survived my 1st year WITHOUT many, many mentors -assigned and otherwise https://t.co/zsD6spMewq
A2. Alt certified, so no expert. Maybe visiting their classes? Encouraging former students who are Ed majors to visit informally?
I wish pre-service Ts were paired with a T from the beginning of college. The T could involve them in all PD, and field trips, etc.
A2) As a preservice teacher, I loved being at yesterday and feel I would benefit from attending more of them.
what's up? You can ask.. but you are following the questions being posed too right?
A2 We all have something to teach/learn, share what you know, admit what you don't. Opens others up to sharing too.
A2) Give them as many opportunities to learn as possible.
Welcome!!! https://t.co/EM082jvnpJ
Joining in on my first chat. I am a student at OU majoring in Early Childhood Education.
A2) By reaching out to them and asking them: What do you need from ? Really, really need.
A2) Don't just explain what you're doing... Explain why and how.
No one says we have to box them in, we should simply give them specific tools for their toolbox
don't be! I felt the same way! You have a community of behind you!
A2: Ask them Qs they probably hadn’t thought about to get them thinking in a direction outside of college.
A2: It also helps to get into some real talk. “This is what you think… now let me tell you what the truth is”
A1) Mentoring is reflecting on your own practice in the classroom and sharing your successes with a new educator.
a2: Maybe schedule a chat where preservice teachers develop their own FAQ's and attempts to answer them.
We need to help new teachers understand that it is ok to try and fail... like we teach kids https://t.co/TCZXsvot4I
Mentoring of alt and emergency certs is even more important in my book - as they won't have formal field experiences
"I'll Catch Up..." - the number one fib we tell ourselves during chats... https://t.co/iOm0BROFFA
Hi,
Joining tonight's chat....,will catch up.
A2. As a prof of pre-service Ts, I only get 45hrs=1wk w/ them & mentor Ts get 16wks! All Ts must mentor! https://t.co/b8hqB977VA
Glad to see perspective teachers chatting it up!
A2. Also, keeping lines of communication open with our local Ed colleges about how policy changes are impacting us
A2. Loved sharing w/ them at think it is great for them to see learning continues beyond college.
Hello ! Sara Wright, STEM Program manager OK CareerTech joining late this evening
A2 take pre service & new educators under ones wing. Develop relationship. Invest.
A2: Encourage mistakes they cause growth and a new look on problems
I love this idea! https://t.co/tglcmSNo2t
a2: Maybe schedule a chat where preservice teachers develop their own FAQ's and attempts to answer them.
A2: Another way to support is to bring them together as a group. Love the way OU did this for math Ts in the fall.
8:15 and we may have the tweet of the night... https://t.co/Mim1pL8ZHX
A2 Try to limit the "help" we give them to things that are truly helpful. Maybe ask them what they need
Great idea!!! https://t.co/feen9ilTEi
I wish pre-service Ts were paired with a T from the beginning of college. The T could involve them in all PD, and field trips, etc.
The problem as always $$$$, teachers deserve to be paid for time and mentorship should be mutually beneficial.
Love this! All Ts can grow themselves from the mentorship they provide pre-service Ts! https://t.co/RrLzIKsLMG
A2. As a prof of pre-service Ts, I only get 45hrs=1wk w/ them & mentor Ts get 16wks! All Ts must mentor! https://t.co/b8hqB977VA
Angelica Webb from OUs college of Ed. Joining late A2: Opportunities for Preservice cross curricular planning
I know that doesn't answer your Q bc they are in the field,but the FIELD experience is where the time & quality occurs!
A2 Provide honest dialogue about what today's classroom looks and feels like. Some taught from unicorn book.
Guiding them to get to know their students..no two are alike
Unfortunately, that's the number one way to kill something meaningful - reward it or require it... https://t.co/y7wGJXxFI0
A2) - I almost feel like it should be mandatory!
A2) Encourage us to get to EdCamps!!! I LOVED my experience yesterday.
It is good that you are joinng us!
OK here it goes. How would a teacher handle working with technology in a classroom if the teacher has computer illiteracy?
A2: Purposeful pairings. was sent my way for 50 pre-service hours semester prior to internship. Awesome idea!
A2) Keep in touch with former professors and let them know you will help their current students .
A2 Access to the whole school. Let them see how everything works.
I live with a pre-service teacher so I have mentored her at home. :) She is going to be a great ECE T.
I had a fabulous mentor Teacher--kept me sane!
I know - thats why I said almost… :-)
It has to be fun and you should want to be there!
Best idea ever!!!! https://t.co/Rii5POrfwe
a2: Maybe schedule a chat where preservice teachers develop their own FAQ's and attempts to answer them.
Just like we do with our S's, take them were they are and make them great.
A2: Taking pre-service teachers into our schools and walking them through classrooms helps generate excitement about the career.
Is this teacher just computer illiterate or tech illiterate? Phones, iPads, etc. can work, too...!
A2.3 I have many mentors in my new position but I'm not afraid to ask Qs
A2: I gave out my contact info yesterday to several future Ts. About to unveil a website lesson repository for lessons.
Mindy Dennison, Carl Albert HS. Checking in late!
I'm soooooo glad you are here!!
Ack! Arriving late. Distracted by paper grading!
Honored to be in that group, it's a two way street!
By showing that even experianced veteran teachers are still continually learning and growing their professional skills
and make for !
https://t.co/ZRIR1F6VVX
A2: I gave out my contact info yesterday to several future Ts. About to unveil a website lesson repository for lessons.
A3) A TEAM! - If you've got 1 then HELL YES. Use what you got
A3 YASSSS, there's so much to know beyond TEACHING, from where the bathroom is to leave forms to making nice with the custodians...
A3 I think ALL teachers benefit from mentorship and coaching. At we have an awesome instructional coaching team!
A2: Sometimes I think the best thing we can do is dial back all the "amazing advice" we think we're giving. https://t.co/0iv8xTnJfN
A3: No. I feel they should be free to find mentors themselves. You never know who you’re going to “click” with.
BOOM! https://t.co/hpSrPZTrNk
A3 YASSSS, there's so much to know beyond TEACHING, from where the bathroom is to leave forms to making nice with the custodians...
I did a typo in my last tweet.. I beg you to ignore it.
A3) Pick one tool, one app that is applicable for your students and class.
A3) A mentor in the sense of guidance and not judgement. I have met some mentors that should not have been.
I’m alt too :). Visiting classes are essential. I want everyone to come to my room even after 10 years https://t.co/zhQNBa2B98
A2. Alt certified, so no expert. Maybe visiting their classes? Encouraging former students who are Ed majors to visit informally?
Def! More perspectives are always a plus! One idea can snowball into something incredible!
A3) A team can always, always do more than an individual. Finding that team could be difficult. Enter
A3. YES! I am a 2nd year teacher, alternatively certified and feel that I use SO much time searching 4 resources
Hard question...everyone needs a mentor but sometimes it can't be assigned. Sometimes it happens naturally. https://t.co/G4XTgKJVGP
We're all mentors whether we have title or not; teamwork makes the dream work
A2) Knowing these pre-service teachers have the latest knowledge in what is considered best practice and letting them have a voice.
A3) Yes! I truly feel that there is SO much to learn and master. Even with 15 years...I still have mentors and ppl I learn from.
As a pre-service teacher I would appreciate the support network that a team of mentors would provide.
a3) Yes to a point.. I miss the Entry Year Teacher program - mentoring should help but not add to much to the plate.
A3. Not necessarily with a team but have access to a community of mentors so to get multiple perspectives https://t.co/cyxMYqqCHl
A3 Without a doubt! I almost like the fact there aren't mentor $$ available anymore. It helps with the team concept for mentors.
A3 I know says requiring kills it but we have to have systems of success for our new T's, especially alt cert T's
A3: 100% yes!! Not only so they can learn from experienced Ts but so we can learn from them! https://t.co/CRX8ZTco5C
What about team interviews or the opportunity to adjust as the year goes?
A3 for the love of all that's good and holy, yes! Multiple perspectives on your practice, building climate, etc are vital!
There can be TOO much advice! When I was a 1st yr a T made me feel inadequate. You have to help just enough.
A3) A team is fine as long as it's not fixed. Needs change over time.
A3: All teachers should have access to peer coaching and other forms of job embedded coaching
I agree! I was assigned a mentor it worked, but I have seen other Ts that did better picking there own.
A3 "Assigning" a team can be overwhelming and counterproductive. Need a go to person & time for relationships
Q3 Navigating the culture of the school takes some getting used to, but a blanket statement is not my way. https://t.co/lEiOYB9fGq
Q3: As long as they know that they control the depth of the discussion. It is for their benefit after all.
I'm going to forget to hashtag these answers a lot tonight. I apologize right now! lol
The wicked irony is I kinda agree w/ you - despite the complete contradiction in play! https://t.co/nl5I1zPq20
A3 I know says requiring kills it but we have to have systems of success for our new T's, especially alt cert T's
A3: I think as long as the mentor is a servant, it doesn’t matter. Servants go above and beyond.
A3: Yes. Because it’s the right answer & a team’s influence is way cooler than one individual’s influence.
A3: absolutely! Mentors help guide us through tough times
A3 yes, the more support they have, the better.
A3) The encouragement I got from my mentor made all the difference for me during a very difficult year. 10/10 would rec!
A3 placement allows faster relationship building than would happen otherwise, at least in a big school
I think the key is mutual respect. If you have that, mentors/coaches will always be a good support for Ts! https://t.co/wg5qvrb1fC
There can be TOO much advice! When I was a 1st yr a T made me feel inadequate. You have to help just enough.
A3 They need a go to person in their building, preferably in their discipline. Best not to muddy it. https://t.co/xs9wmGpFEE
A2: I've unofficially mentored 2 new Ts this yr. I'm making it my mission to help pre-service & new ELA Ts as often as I can.
Tweet of the Night!!! https://t.co/vcLI255jmZ
We're all mentors whether we have title or not; teamwork makes the dream work
A3: A team could lessen the burden on mentors & give newbie options for seeking advice
I think a tight/loose approach is a good balance. Tight-meet at least __ Loose-work on what you want.
A3: No, might be "placed" w/t's that stink Provide oppty to build relationships that grow into mentorships. https://t.co/oR4vP4dfrR
Bet you learned from them, even if what NOT to do...experience is a harsh teacher https://t.co/7tXv5C6AY4
A3) A mentor in the sense of guidance and not judgement. I have met some mentors that should not have been.
A3 YES. It takes a village to encourage, guide, & nurture new teachers.
A3) Yes! I was assigned a mentor at PCS and then also had my grade level team to go to for advice, providing me the support I needed
Every teachers, admin etc needs to help mentor all teachers admin etc
A3)Yes, we all need more than one mentor.
A3) AND some of my mentors have less years than I do. It's vital to be open to learning and being able to say I need....
A3 Possitive mentor is key—keeping n mind just because some1 has taught for yrs doesn't make them great mentor. Make it effective!
A3) Yes. It makes a better chance of having a great match.It lessens the burden on individual Ts, & gives a broader base of support.
A3: Back in the day it was a must, feels so strongly about it we assign each new faculty member a mentor, so YES
that would have been a huge help my first year of teaching
The computer un-savvy teacher would have a BFF in the building to support them until they are a Tech Super Star.
Right?! People who will breath life into those who need it!
https://t.co/lOtL42DSrq
A3) A mentor in the sense of guidance and not judgement. I have met some mentors that should not have been.
It's about the implementation. Not about requirements but about creating the environment.
A3) we need to consider people from OUTSIDE that school to be part of the team. We need to learn from outside the walls.
I had a village that was there to help me!
A3: Should be placed where they have the feeling that they can ask anyone for help & that their team is there to do so.
A3 cont Dont just do it because its the thing, only if you have real mentors. Bad ones kill passion
A3: Should new teachers be placed w/mentors? YES! But it costs $$. When OK stopped, teacher shortage started! https://t.co/ooSywhOx9N
That is exactly what I was looking to say!! Thank you! https://t.co/YL9lWiUYdd
I think a tight/loose approach is a good balance. Tight-meet at least __ Loose-work on what you want.
a3: relationship is important and sometimes the person "appointed" is not the right fit. Need flexibility.
A3: Being in a group of teachers teaching the same thing can be a good "group" of mentors.
Sorry, has some specific lingo: T = Teacher, S=Student, A=Administrator, P=Parent :-) Add an s to any to make it plural
A3) Grade level mentors are essential, and administrators that are instructional leaders
A)2 Admin should take time with new ts individually to. Develop trust? connect 2ensure them we r there to help and serve.Follow up
A#) I think any teacher new to a school/district needs a mentor.
sometimes the best ones aren’t in your building; I’m the sole choir T there—need to connect w/others in my field.
yes but in my case it was how they saw me as inferior and inadequate to do what I do.
WOW.. our visitor from Indiana is one of my former IU students.. Feel free to commiserate etc.
A3 A team is better for example the person with the best tips on classroom management might not be someone in your subject.
A3: all Ts and leaders should seek out knowledgeable mentors - I know I'm blessed to have one
Number 1 way to run a new T off is to give them a burnout as a mentor! https://t.co/h4o9M9DWkT
A3 cont Dont just do it because its the thing, only if you have real mentors. Bad ones kill passion
Oh now that sounds like a great idea
A3: Natural mentorship will happen, so giving a team starts the process but it’s not the final decision on who provides influence.
A3:some of the best mentor teachers that have helped me are math educators on Twitter that I may never meet
A3 (b) I unofficially have about 20 other superintendents I call on this year as mentorish people.
a3: important that mentors know how to mentor though... bad mentoring can be counterproductive
Completely agree. Every school is different even in a district
Lord, why were they even teachers? How that kind of personality survives this calling has always been boggling to me.
A3 Team of mentors great idea! People you can go to without fear or embarrassment.
so true! I am someone who wants to figure it out quietly on my own. People offering help makes me feel inadequate.
I was assigned a mentor who was a terrible—but other Ts came along to help
A2: I always recommend pre-service Ts join & ask questions w/the 2,000+ experts in our Facebook group
https://t.co/BKZlUn4VGi
Yes, but I think a community is larger, comprised of multiple teams to reflect that there are multiple ways https://t.co/0taqRo9i7s
right-so how can we find those who can pour into you. I get that physical presence can be challenging in some situations
Question 4 is coming up! Holy Cow this is going fast!!
I am glad you have stuck it out and become part of . Kudos to you.
So true, so true! https://t.co/5cQuZg8A4B
We're all mentors whether we have title or not; teamwork makes the dream work
A3: As long as the "team" actually likes one another.
exactly. You can't cover everything during new teacher orientation.
A3) I'm not in the classroom yet but heck yes we should. How else would I develop as a new teacher?!
If you create the atmosphere the protege T will seek advice from many. https://t.co/u0rrf3Wq6Q
A3: Natural mentorship will happen, so giving a team starts the process but it’s not the final decision on who provides influence.
A3-2: When I said they control, that's the newbies controlling!!!
A3b: And my 13-years teacher self is currently riding the coat tails of my job alike. She's awesome sauce & why not learn from Yoda?
A3: Nah. My assigned mentor didn't help any, but my unofficial mentor helped a BUNCH!
Putnam City Schools did the same thing, it helps bring new faculty into the community of the school
Good information to know when tweeting with all of the veterans on here.
110% agree! Each school is different-new Ts to buildings need someone to give the inside track! https://t.co/CGenNaQ1gN
A#) I think any teacher new to a school/district needs a mentor.
I'm on my 3rd pre-service intern now and I do not overwhelm her.. I let her move at her own pace.
A3)I will be an entry level teacher Fall 17 and I know I will want the collaboration and knowledge from veteran teachers around me.
A3: I think ALL teachers should continue to seek mentors. Many experienced Ts could learn from younger educators, esp technology.
Sometimes it is not even relevant yet. need a go to person
Seeing the comments on bad mentors makes me wonder. Should districts create opportunities to train mentors? Do those already exist?
. Can we make this happen? https://t.co/HIsDHHcRv8
a2: Maybe schedule a chat where preservice teachers develop their own FAQ's and attempts to answer them.
every educator should have a mentor no matter what year of experience they have or position they hold.
Sometimes - I don’t know that I would need one. But first year for sure!
I am still teaching & going to school. They realized it was time for change in their life. They are in a new career path.
A3: I don't like 'Mentor Team'. I could live with 'Support Group'. More like a pre-emptive 12-step program...
Teachers, no matter yrs of experience, should never be finished learning. Teaching is so much about collaboration.
Going to a 4 day training starting tomorrow. I will be the lead mentor teacher for my building. Yeah https://t.co/dawjHlGr7B
Seeing the comments on bad mentors makes me wonder. Should districts create opportunities to train mentors? Do those already exist?
This is the TRUTH. 👇🏻 https://t.co/lFDUykGWxj
A3: I think ALL teachers should continue to seek mentors. Many experienced Ts could learn from younger educators, esp technology.
Well, bless their hearts.
I think even w/ we have to remember to tone down lingo though.often new teachers don't know terms.. ELA, IEP, EOI
A3) The problem becomes when the mentor is assigned and really didn't want the job. They can do more harm than good. .
Yes...This...Always learning...Always growing!! https://t.co/EfaktpL8sN
A3: I think ALL teachers should continue to seek mentors. Many experienced Ts could learn from younger educators, esp technology.
does the support group supply donuts?
Totally Agree! https://t.co/nrf3TLbhhz
A3: I think ALL teachers should continue to seek mentors. Many experienced Ts could learn from younger educators, esp technology.
Agreed, mentors at time need to be mentored as well. In other fields it's called train the trainer. https://t.co/IRMY14T3vy
Seeing the comments on bad mentors makes me wonder. Should districts create opportunities to train mentors? Do those already exist?
If we want to save the profession, it starts by leaders creating a system of supports in the same way we do for kids.
A4: I think this is a great response for Q4! https://t.co/YfG49RVA5t
A3: I think ALL teachers should continue to seek mentors. Many experienced Ts could learn from younger educators, esp technology.
A4 That's why my position exists! I'm an instructional tech coach, I coach/mentor ALL teachers on tech https://t.co/ZvKMAm3vxX
A4) Just read a book from Dr. Cullen's class at OU regarding flipping professional development to help teachers! Great!
Yes! Ts will find the buddies they clique with and that provides a different layer of mentorship.
A4) Building relationships because there has to be trust on both sides or it can be a slippery slope.
A4: Have big ears and small judgement. Ask Qs ("what have you tried?" "what RU considering?") - Not Answers https://t.co/Z887uhmNWX
True is still my mentor.. she is even sometimes my "Don't push send" mentor! :)
Yes! Ps, admin, please Always ask the T first before assigning them. nothing more frustrating. https://t.co/9wLGjCoztm
A3) The problem becomes when the mentor is assigned and really didn't want the job. They can do more harm than good. .
I constantly look for someone to pour n 2 me. I need that sounding board. and are awesome!
Never introduced myself: Jennifer Williams, big mouth HS ELA teacher.
A4: By creating an environment for collaboration and the ability to take risks
A4: To be useful, evals must provide specific, individualized feedback and follow up. Waste of time otherwise. Time is crit factor.
How right you are! https://t.co/L7TvERpdui
Teachers, no matter yrs of experience, should never be finished learning. Teaching is so much about collaboration.
A4: Really easy here - have a welcoming PLC / PLN!!!
wait till the first fire drill!
A4: PLCs were very helpful for me as a classroom T I learned so much from each T I taught with
PREACH!!!! Our pay is pitiful! However, we need real DI PD for seasoned and new teachers.
Listen...not only hear what the problem is.
A3: assigned? Not sure that's the best route, but within a team is how I've always acclimated to the culture.
A4 Again, it is about the atmosphere and making sure everyone is comfortable not knowing something or making mistakes.
a4: access to instructional coaching helps... but until t's have more TIME during school day to grow prof. this is hard to achieve
easily done.. but I like them being in real so they can go back when teaching.
A4 Teachers often either are reluctant to admit they struggle with anything or to seek help.
A4 First ask if there is an area they feel like they struggle with, once relationship is built, then approach other areas.
A4 Training that allows them to feel safe they don’t know it all. Instead of telling them what to do, we must share how to do.
Step one - continue to participate in . Step two ask us your questions!
A4) Lead by example. Demonstrate how to reflect, learn and grow. Share your experiences.
A4: Listen first. Find what is going right and work from there. Start small One actionable step. https://t.co/7I7jIWHaZX
A4) Collaboration has always been my best friend in the classroom. I work with other teachers no matter the years.
A4) Building relationships
A4 permanent mentoring programs in each district w admin encouraging participation. We have a terrific temporary grant funded one
A4 we must make excellence in every classroom the target and create a culture that helps every teacher reach excellence
A4: We do the same thing to baby Ts that we do to Ss - we want so badly to bludgeon them with our knowledge... STEP BACK!
A4) Be available, open, and willing to collaborate with others.
New terms killed me my first two years. Had initial training just on lingo in my past careers.
A4: more flexibility w/PD. less broad spectrum PD.
It can be intimidating to admit you don't know what the heck everyone is talking about! https://t.co/7Ezektzc93
I think even w/ we have to remember to tone down lingo though.often new teachers don't know terms.. ELA, IEP, EOI
you need both right? As you learn and get better, some support drops.
I would make the case that you mentored me a little bit this week. Several people here tonight did, in fact.
By the way, you have all mentored me... Just fyi! ;-)
I will preach this all day long!! https://t.co/trWHhxlTVC
A4: By creating an environment for collaboration and the ability to take risks
A4 Listen, collaborate, be honest about problem areas (we all have them). Honesty and transparency leads to trust.
A4 you have to get out of your classroom and be willing to talk with others, see how their doing, ask what their doing, etc.
A4) Our district is great at offering some PD opportunities to collaborate with teachers across the district. Invaluable. .
If you're not growing, you're dying..in my opinion. https://t.co/4Vimnn614s
A3: I think ALL teachers should continue to seek mentors. Many experienced Ts could learn from younger educators, esp technology.
A4) leadership team believes you have to put money in the bank before you can make a withdrawal
A4: Everyone needs meaningful feedback, regardless of experience and ideas on how to consistently be better. Feedback, feedback
Yes! Ts need community beyond degree.I try to get hooked up so they have help after they graduate https://t.co/zwBhNl2OKQ
A2: I always recommend pre-service Ts join & ask questions w/the 2,000+ experts in our Facebook group
https://t.co/BKZlUn4VGi
A3) Support from the top down! There's nothing more valuable than knowing the boss has your back!
A4) By creating a culture where failure is a learning opportunity.
And ready to admit you don't know it all, even if the person that does know is a new T! https://t.co/Pqz7JMStB0
A4) Be available, open, and willing to collaborate with others.
A3: all experienced Ts should be willing to support new Ts. Why is there a need for formal assignment?
They absolutely need both and more. Should join subject specific chats. .
A3: a difference we haven't established- There are assigned mentors and then mentors who just mentor because they care.
A4)Collaboration with a mix of veteran and new teachers. The art of collaboration is beautiful when mixing old and new ideas.
For me, there are 2 types of tech PD...How to's and integration... finding the time for Ts to do both is tough!
a4: evals/obs - have an element of "tacit accountability" and descriptive feedback - rather than "do better at... see you next time"
So very true! https://t.co/gK1bbqIagA
A3: a difference we haven't established- There are assigned mentors and then mentors who just mentor because they care.
A4: Encourage a culture of continually improving your craft. Recognize areas of weakness and find those who can breathe that life!
Mentoring is all about creating the safe community of learning and working together!
I am not perfect I will admit my faults just to be better
Sorry-I didn't say I was here--Barbara Bayless, Reading Specialist, Doc Student at OU
we aren't always very forgiving of others' weaknesses in our profession. Sad to watch.
Yes, OSDE is training mentor teachers, but it's very limited due to budget cuts -yet desperately needed.
Following the chat while using the elliptical makes for a more meaningful workout! Knowledge is power!
Ts have to be open to suggestions, new ideas, ... that is where PLC's come in and can be very useful if done right.
A4) Make sure they know how to use tech to connect with other Ts. Problems are made worse by isolation and better by collaboration
And be willing to try something new, different, and potentially uncomfortable.
Bothered by use of 'pour' - that sounds like an all-knowing one-direction delivery not to be questioned. https://t.co/IQp9cLmw23
I constantly look for someone to pour n 2 me. I need that sounding board. and are awesome!
A4: First, help them see what their problem area is. I know some who don't realize they have a problem... https://t.co/8Zgp0uansU
me too!!! I suck at asking for help!
A4. Identity area of concern, meet with t and ask how we can help them reach their goal. Provide that opportunity and follow up..
A4: Rate them on a Likert scale and remove funding that would promote growth.
A4) Encourage them they can always learn and always grow as an educator.
So true! I try to give my pre-service Ts confidence that they also have knowledge to share! https://t.co/Eul3tDSBke
A3: I think ALL teachers should continue to seek mentors. Many experienced Ts could learn from younger educators, esp technology.
A4: be the T or friend who is willing to say "I don't know" but be willing to go find out and follow up with the correct info
Sent several of our T's. They were impressed and appreciative as was I! https://t.co/Z0MEMq2kl7
Yes, OSDE is training mentor teachers, but it's very limited due to budget cuts -yet desperately needed.
you're now my hero! https://t.co/ODLdrxVkaJ
A4: We do the same thing to baby Ts that we do to Ss - we want so badly to bludgeon them with our knowledge... STEP BACK!
Is it too risky to take risk? When last was a teacher rewarded for admitting problem areas? https://t.co/8ipDBehy0k
If you really find a good mentor - does that person need training? doing just to get the $$ is not the way…
I really wish we would do the entry year teacher it helped Higher ed stay in touch and connected.
If you're closed minded to new teaching ideas.. you are doing it wrong!
I think the key is for a mentor to prove they are not coming from a place of judgement...Ts can get defensive otherwise
so many people liked my mentor training comment. I’ll make sure I take lots of notes and share out
Me to - how else do we get better. Make some mistakes, have some convo and improve!
A4: all Ts need encouragement and inspiration on a regular basis
Maybe the hardest thing with my new T's! Trying hard to get IT Dept on board! https://t.co/6tKhz8VtoB
A4) Make sure they know how to use tech to connect with other Ts. Problems are made worse by isolation and better by collaboration
I have found the and Facebook to be vibrant communities with a big reach
teachers who work to be great will admit all their flaws to become a better teacher for their students!
Sorry….I meant title of the book you read.
A4: In helping an exp T teaching AP Cal for the first time I've examined why I do things. Think I have benefited more than her.
A4: 1.bld relationships w/Ts & culture of continual growth. 2. listen 2 needs & bend over backward 2 find resources/support.
sad reality - in time of a t shortage we need more resources for mentoring -
A4: culture of learning. Support those willing to learn/try new things. Leads to convos, calculated risks for staff & kids too
ok - pour may not be the right word here - not the all knowing type. Just the breathe into me type.
A4 What if every teacher trained as a coach? Coach each other. Resource list in every school.
Good Mentor programs allows for learning to go both ways. It's ok for a new T to know a better way. https://t.co/ZDa0LCVy4t
I think the key is for a mentor to prove they are not coming from a place of judgement...Ts can get defensive otherwise
A4) constant communication and sharing of ideas! Consistency!
a3: I think the key between the 2 should be a relationship that's safe, open & able to show transparency in order to be successful.
I hear ya, but all people get defensive when "attacked"... Have to have a safe place first! Then feedback https://t.co/Ks8T3RryOh
Educators expect students to be open minded to new concepts... We must practice what we preach https://t.co/3ha1I6TVgm
If you're closed minded to new teaching ideas.. you are doing it wrong!
A4. If we are constantly giving our Ss feedback & encouraging them to be growth-minded shouldn't we be willing to do the same?
Please no more $$$ analogies! Hurts my heart!
Not 'pour' like 'spoon feed from on high'. 'Pour' like 'some sugar on me'.
Book Title was Personalized PD: Flipping Your Professional Development by Jason Bretzmann
I am chasing tweets all over the page trying to like them. LOL.
I have definitely heard of some mentoring that went that way. So sad!
You make a great point. Intent matters, even if it doesn't quite play out with rainbows and fluffy clouds
I've been trying this with the Ts I work with...it's been interesting
Time. Time. Time. We need to help each other by giving our time to each other.
It could almost be called 'collaboration' instead of 'mentoring?'
As a 3rd yr T I wish I had a mentor my 1st yr. Next yr I'll probably be a mentor T. Strange how things happen.
What does it mean when a tweeter tweets starting with a letter and a number?
True! In strong PLC schools the mentorship is just an extension of the PLC. https://t.co/KKpDiHi3xJ
It could almost be called 'collaboration' instead of 'mentoring?'
A5: Food. Lots of food and celebration moments to help build relationships
I can't tell you how much I am onboard with flipped professional development--I'm a new convert
Say, you may be on to something! ;)
Been seeing all night PLCs. Need more.
I suggested to my P that we do PLC's w/our teams yes, but also with Ts of lower or higher grades. We need a bigger PLC circle.
I was a mentor T within my 2nd year!!
A5 Provide ample opportunity to share. Ask every teacher to share something every meeting, no matter how small.
A5 We need to stop comparing Ts in Evals, etc. Recognize that teaching is a team process that takes many years culminate.
Enid Teacher Career Fair this Thurs! Get to know principals and interview for next school year! https://t.co/XwnYnhfa4V
A5: We 'mentor' when we meet in PLCs, we 'mentor' when we vent or worry or argue before/after school...
It means they are answering a question in a twitter chat. For instance, A4 is an answer to question number 4
A5 requires trust and open collaboration between principals first.
A5: I don't know. I've only worked in one school.
Build each other up! https://t.co/pSxQ3Mrpji
A5 Provide ample opportunity to share. Ask every teacher to share something every meeting, no matter how small.
Same here! Sometimes it's hard because Ts don't have time and they have to be self motivated to do the flipped PD
Good question
A5: ask them what THEY want and what THEY know. Believe me teachers will share. https://t.co/xgrPGilmpA
A5: Again seems straightforward to me: Encourage, contribute to a healthy PLC!!!
a5: admin can/should encourage and provide time for t's to observe each other - and time to debrief about learnings
A5) It all starts with leadership and culture
The Questions are numbered Q1, Q2, etc. is asking them tonight. We answer using A1, A2, etc., and the hashtag.
A5: time. If you really see value in it, you MAKE the time for it available - however that looks/works out https://t.co/yNsoGnh5Qi
A5 again, outside my experience...but regular opportunities to share practices, brainstorm, would be a good start
My teammate suggested to hold meetings in a diff classroom each time to learn from that T and see their ideas.
A5) Seek out mentors for yourself and open yourself up to helping others - maybe just in a single area of expertise.
NSU does OTIP & our new Ts get to select profs. I love opportunity to continue relationship.
Q5: By providing the right environment, participating in that environment, and moving everyone forward. https://t.co/OcHxq1qK6E
A5: encouraging notes, laughter, work on building trust & relationships; just be there
Important to remember this. we are always mentoring new T's! https://t.co/ykDCNKstpT
A5: We 'mentor' when we meet in PLCs, we 'mentor' when we vent or worry or argue before/after school...
A5 It starts with us! We need to take our positivity to school and reach out. Not only serving Ss but other Ts.😀
A5) By going shopping! Really PLC changed my world...transparency has to be there, but it's a game changer.
A5 I think it starts with building positive relationships among Ts. Have a social event first, then collaborate!
A5: Look 4 ops 2 let Ts share. We have SPARK @ our weekly staff mtg: a T shares 1 strategy/app/tech w/staff. https://t.co/aJIbm0rR8L
A5: assigns 1 T to new T, also weekly PLCs
A5: We have to do peer observations as a part of our TLE. It has brought about some informal mentorship
A5: Administrators need to give time for collaboration!
A5 Time for relationship bldg. Make the mentorship about more than what the T is doing wrong.
A5: I love the time that I get to observe and in other classrooms! I"m a choir teacher that loves to go to science classes!
As admin we have to give Ts time together to form these mentoring/collaborating relationships. https://t.co/yltFSff1nO
Share, give, collaborate, and share asking for nothing in return. Sets the right environment
right?? I did change my entire classroom model from “traditional” to flipped. That was a risk…
A5) offer to cover their class so they can spend time watching others teach.
A5 just put yourself out there. Talk with other Ts in your building. Having additional support from admin for this helps too.
A5. Being open minded is the opposite of prideful. Teachers need to be willing to learn from one another.
A5) Ask us newbies for advice! If you're willing to listen to me I'm way more open to listening to you.
Agreed...I have a hard time collaborating with a teacher if I don't even know his/her name!
Change the venue, change the outcome. Sometimes we need to get out of the building! https://t.co/xZE2oHQAPq
A5) By going shopping! Really PLC changed my world...transparency has to be there, but it's a game changer.
A5: Positive environment, don't stay away from the teacher's lounge, change it into a learning lunch! https://t.co/w8hvH2bbT4
A5 cont Ask your sites to bring in amazing Ts from across the state. and I are always sharing
For example, I have a column of any tweets tagged . It still moves fast, but I can scroll up and down, etc.
should do more for mentors/protege's to have time away to relax & get to know each other https://t.co/cZv5pKomtX
A5 Time for relationship bldg. Make the mentorship about more than what the T is doing wrong.
A5: You have to be open minded and flexible. If they bring a new idea to you don't shut it down, listen, be agreeable.
A5) Getting an administrator on board to the importance of collaborating and creating opportunities for it to happen.
A5: Did I mention food? I can deal w/the worst people if I am eating cheesecake then spot someone I like to get to know.
If you're negative to every new idea, they will stop sharing with you! that would be a disaster for you!
A5) Just gonna say it. We need to stop bitching to each other about problems and start solving problems
Time is irreplaceable and so hard to find. People appreciate it when you make/create time for them.
A5) Give teachers time to collaborate and learn from each other in PLCs, staff mtgs, and through peer observations, etc.
And if you are feeling negative, take some time to chase down the root of that issue! Burnout is real.
Yes! Well, kind of. I met some principals at conference last summer...& borrowed the idea😉.
Yes, yes, yes we do!! In the words of our great OK resident that went viral, “ain’t nobody got time for that”
Q: What would administration do to a new T, if they refuse to use technology in the classroom?
If it starts w/ leadership it always happens faster and easier.
I am now personally apologizing to the students I taught my first 5 years. so sorry, I did get better!
https://t.co/ir47i1pyR3
A5 We need to stop comparing Ts in Evals, etc. Recognize that teaching is a team process that takes many years culminate.
Sometimes you just need ChickenE on your PLC day! https://t.co/WSY2RGdbBz
Change the venue, change the outcome. Sometimes we need to get out of the building! https://t.co/xZE2oHQAPq
A5) By going shopping! Really PLC changed my world...transparency has to be there, but it's a game changer.
A6: We had one, but it went away...
Yes, new legislation requires mentor cmtes but provides $0 for mentors time & experience
He does mentor ...just not always in the most appropriate way according to dissenters...Love ya Big D! https://t.co/T0wIRbiKqA
Look, Dallas, you're mentoring!
Even if it's "When you were in HS 4 years ago, would you have responded to this?" Lol https://t.co/xQtjG1J5wm
A5) Ask us newbies for advice! If you're willing to listen to me I'm way more open to listening to you.
So true! Time to collaborate and share ideas and lessons.
A6: I have seen some great example this semester traveling across the state. Some schools do this well! https://t.co/JbHLOxRHKB
A6: has link crew in all high schools for freshman. They are upper classman who helps, praise, redirects, etc.
Hopefully admins are interested in effective learning strategies, not just use. Focus should be on tasks not tools
A6) My school has a group that works one on one with new teachers. The group changes yearly.
you guys have a protege!
https://t.co/VJjNUoYRcP
A5) Just gonna say it. We need to stop bitching to each other about problems and start solving problems
Or maybe thank them for contributing to you being better. https://t.co/buFY2hXP9U
I am now personally apologizing to the students I taught my first 5 years. so sorry, I did get better!
https://t.co/ir47i1pyR3
A5 We need to stop comparing Ts in Evals, etc. Recognize that teaching is a team process that takes many years culminate.
A5) By eliminating the competition and gotcha mentalities and replacing them with supportive mindsets where it is OK to fail forward
Poor Nancy! Lol. A bad day is okay. A bad year...maybe it's time for a change!
A6) provides a $250 stipend
Please repeat!!! Pedagogy still applies. https://t.co/7VaTM7pmTj
Hopefully admins are interested in effective learning strategies, not just use. Focus should be on tasks not tools
Have to go! Thanks for the great chat
A6. We have two programs...only services a small group of students. Need more mentoring.
A6: I love that in BA we have a program that places HS Students with community leaders.
A6- CEP- career exploration program. Students are paired with local businesses to work under a mentor.
That is gr8! I wish more districts followed the lead of with so many mentoring / coaching opportunities
A6: we have a college and career office, and students can shadow jobs they might be interested in. https://t.co/ti2W0N1ojo
I love this program so much!!!
A6) I am part of the mentor group at my school, I volunteer to do it every year. I love it. Family feeling at our school.
A6. I think mentoring technology is a great option. heared how some Ss are earning credits by being TechHelp. VeryCool
A6 we have link crew for freshmen but it's not as active as it should be b/c little admin support. That's all?
A6)Every moment with students is a mentorship opportunity – either in class or extracurricular time. It doesn't have to be a formal.
A6. NSU has the Oklahoma Teacher Induction Program where new grads get to select professors to meet with yr1 https://t.co/NWuTmUTI4I
A6: My bild has an inst. Coach (me), but hard to find time to have meaningful discussions as t's are in front of s's 6hours a day
Let me say again how much I loved meeting so many of u in person yesterday at I can hear you as you tweet :)
We are definitely lucky with such a supportive team. We're all about building internal capacity of Ts!
A5 Edcamps at your school instead of planned PD.
That's a great idea! Is that common or is your district unique in that regard? https://t.co/lXV3CnBT99
A6: I love that in BA we have a program that places HS Students with community leaders.
I think Ts need more reflection time during the day to plan/learn.
We actually do a mentorship program for our Ss where we pair them with a T in the building that they visit with whenever they need.
I have better command of my craft. Am willing to let the kids do some driving. Not so uptight about everything
that IS fantastic! Do students create any blog posts or media after participating in that program?
Q5 Break bread together. follow up a conference or edcamp meetup with a tweet, email, or vox.
Bball banquet went late! Just joining!
Who's a good one, and who are we keeping around?
If so you should post to the Learning Showcase website about it! https://t.co/QH1CR6LI4V (I want to get that going!)
EXACTLY!!! Especially the last part...
A))) not answer, just a comment! :)Lots of good stuff here tonight!
First time listening :) trying to figure it out
A6 Currently no. I see many tweets about adults with this Q. If you have elem mentorship with S mentoring S, please share.
sad to hear. Our link crew is booming @ NWC. Would be happy to share? Admin support is small at our school.
I was paired with a 1st grade girl last yr and that relationship is even stronger this year. She needed a mom figure.
! This can be scary for the admin - but soooooo amazing! https://t.co/c883o1f2Qs
A5 Edcamps at your school instead of planned PD.
Hey - you moved forward without us! Stop learning and growing until I catch up!
Strategies, Practices, Apps, Resources, & Knowledge. (Borrowed the concept, but "SPARK" title is all mine.)
Hey ! I just finished an in home visit with several retired/current Ts--Hope y'all are having a great chat tonight!
Sorry I'm late to the party but I had a great time at yesterday.
I think this is crucial. Following up after conferences or workshop keeps relationships alive. https://t.co/l7cVaebULA
Q5 Break bread together. follow up a conference or edcamp meetup with a tweet, email, or vox.
Hang in there you will get used to it all! Thanks for joining! https://t.co/FByaHtRPGB
First time listening :) trying to figure it out
I am still basking in the glow of you. I couldn’t type fast enough. Would you be a guest on my webinars?
I don't think they do should start that!
Yes sir! I'll DM you some dates :)
A6: Carl Albert HS has an S2S group. Received training for military S's, but works for all. S's welcome and mentor new students.
I wonder why there is resistance when it comes to collaborating? I love working together in a cohort at OU
She brought her dad and grandpa to meet me. :)
Q5 if school climate was such where all tchrs felt valued, mentoring would be happening every day for everyone
Usually you are answering a question asked in a chat i.e. A1
yes!!!! Can be involved with that?
I work w/ Ts to develop Ss as tech mentors for other Ss. It helps w/ tech issues and encourages collaboration!
Q7: Those who always finish early get to advise... as long as they prove to be trustworthy.
A7 never stop talking about the power of caring about others.
I suggested it at Memorial one year. The teachers sort of arched an eyebrow also…It is so different
A7 My kiddos know we are a family...we grow learn and make mistakes together! We lend a hand and help each other every day!
A7: Facilitate a trusting and caring classroom environment.
Any new Ts not hooked up w/ a 'mentor' you like - or who have situations you want 'off the books' - most regulars are quite helpful.
A7: Encourage students to take on daily tasks that I do for them at the beginning of the year... ownership!
A6: we have our high school students mentoring young readers once a week
a7) A classroom where students are used to/ comfortable collaborating with peers in judgment free space
Love this PLN! Always bringing info to us! Thanks for the share! https://t.co/HgqMJzpiwY
Strategies, Practices, Apps, Resources, & Knowledge. (Borrowed the concept, but "SPARK" title is all mine.)
A6 would like to see OU, OSU and others offer an chapter pairing college mentors w/ LD & ADHA student.
you're more than welcome to "borrow"! 👍🏻
My 8th graders "adopt" 6th graders and help them with those scary lockers and other middle school things.
What the big guy said - the help that can give you is off the charts! https://t.co/PCwr48vq4x
Any new Ts not hooked up w/ a 'mentor' you like - or who have situations you want 'off the books' - most regulars are quite helpful.
I am PD coordinator at our district. We had a very modified version at our last PD day in Feb. https://t.co/69wzO9n7eT
I suggested it at Memorial one year. The teachers sort of arched an eyebrow also…It is so different
We're all pretty easy to DM or email, and I can say from experience, there's a whole lotta Non-Judgment going on here.
when mentoring, I start with ?s: What do you need? How can I help? What do you want from me?
Those guide my "help" for Ss or Ts.
A7 ouch. called out. I push study groups for my kids, suggest that a group adopt a new/younger/struggling student, but I can do more
💡Enjoying tonight's chat! Join me next week (daylight savings&spring break) for discussion on T perceptions! https://t.co/0kKWBceMdQ
I would love Ss to be involved! I want to help more students tell our stories from school
. Tech is just like any tool or skill. We need to mentor for tech w/o making awesome people feel less than they are.
What he said! https://t.co/UQtNN7chzr
Any new Ts not hooked up w/ a 'mentor' you like - or who have situations you want 'off the books' - most regulars are quite helpful.
We need more partnerships with Universities! https://t.co/Q1nEOyUmh4
A6 would like to see OU, OSU and others offer an chapter pairing college mentors w/ LD & ADHA student.
A7: Take a trustworthy student aside and ask them to offer their help to a struggling learner. Teamwork!
I do like reading what you just tweeted!
A7 always have Ss helping others with a variety of things. They usually just do it on their own now.
A6) I work as a teacher assistant at Union PS in Tulsa in ECE. I am unsure of the mentor programs our district has in older grades.
We started this year having our 5th grade students go mentor/tutor kindergarten students. It's been wonderful!
If only $$ our S2S S's would go to the Natl. Military Child Coalition conference to receive more training & celebrate
Hi Julie! Hope all is going well!
A7: Stand back and let them do it. Ss want to help, sometimes adults get in the way of auth lrng. https://t.co/nK8c59v3Wl
BA as well. Some still like "sit & get" so last one was quite the mix, but that's the point - T driven! https://t.co/SGsgmOnTVK
A7: Step aside and watch what Ss can do... no more sage on the stage.
Empowering kids typically yields excellent results, especially with problem students.
A7) Allowing children to scaffold each other in their learning.
This chat! has us buzzing and I am having a dickens of a time keeping up!
I love the topic! Mentoring is so important in every profession- not just for learning, but for emotional and professional support!
A5 We need more intentional pre-service and in-service teacher mentoring/coaching with experienced & effective users
As someone at a University, I am always looking for ways to partner and learn! https://t.co/WsIxi5pi32
We need more partnerships with Universities! https://t.co/Q1nEOyUmh4
A6 would like to see OU, OSU and others offer an chapter pairing college mentors w/ LD & ADHA student.
At 12:50 on the dot they tell me Mrs. Blodgett it's time for us to go!!! I love their excitement!
A7: They don’t have a choice :). I tell them from the beginning we are in this together. We are family. Team builders help a lot
I love it!! And I saved the best for last!!
A7) I don't encourage it, but I will now. It's something I need to improve.
A7: I like when athletes work w/younger s's. Can expand to band, drama and other groups. Give oppty. https://t.co/z4IRJqaa82
PREACH. https://t.co/cnuoNcaYej
Q5 if school climate was such where all tchrs felt valued, mentoring would be happening every day for everyone
A7) Create a classroom that values discussion more than regurgitation of facts.
True story. I'm very grateful for my collaborators at NSU, OSU, OU, UCO, OCU, CAMERON, CONNORS... https://t.co/8Ev0NyZcCQ
We need more partnerships with Universities! https://t.co/Q1nEOyUmh4
A6 would like to see OU, OSU and others offer an chapter pairing college mentors w/ LD & ADHA student.
Love it! Works with adults as well. Ts know when others care and want to do well! https://t.co/ldFGo72fjk
and isn't it awesome to watch this happen??
A7: Competition between classes for class average means stronger Ss help weaker ones to keep the average up.
A7: My classes are mixed 9th-12th graders—LOTS of mentoring happening, and I don’t always have to tell them to
Don't forget about the opportunities to partner with https://t.co/g623QOenrC
We need more partnerships with Universities! https://t.co/Q1nEOyUmh4
A6 would like to see OU, OSU and others offer an chapter pairing college mentors w/ LD & ADHA student.
A7: Don't be afraid to veer from the lesson plan if learning occurs. Organic.
I'll post Qs ahead of time so anyone who wants to be in "vacation responder" mode can schedule tweets ahead of time! 📲 🐠🌺🏄✈️
A7 We have students mentoring others in training & troubleshooting.
I am going to have whipped lash before this session is over with. LOL
thank YOU for joining in our conversations tonight! Would love for you 2 attend an upcoming https://t.co/FgY5W4n9P2
A8: Bless your heart and thanks for not giving up on me! Still adore those ladies.
generally where the most valuable learning occurs!
A5:TeacherShortageTaskForce bill allows retired-Ts to return as volunteer mentors. (Law prohibits currently) https://t.co/ZBB1ddtP41
My Ss love to mentor. It really isn't something that needs encouraging. They're always wanting to help each other.
A8) Thank you for instilling formative assessments are absolutely okay!
a8) I did a few years later.. and apologized for thinking I knew it all.. Man I must have been annoying https://t.co/03dRJZNdaQ
A8: Thank you! I learned valuable lessons from my mentors/coop Ts. Real world exp is invaluable! https://t.co/FIJ9K7mk95
A6)Working in an early childhood program at Union PS in Tulsa, we take our students to for reading time with 1st grade book buddies.
I'm trying to get NSU connected to chats! https://t.co/gA7CXwiD7Z
True story. I'm very grateful for my collaborators at NSU, OSU, OU, UCO, OCU, CAMERON, CONNORS... https://t.co/8Ev0NyZcCQ
We need more partnerships with Universities! https://t.co/Q1nEOyUmh4
A6 would like to see OU, OSU and others offer an chapter pairing college mentors w/ LD & ADHA student.
A8: "Look for something called Apple, and buy as early as you can. That's my thanks for what you've done." https://t.co/2SshtWHSMd
A8) Thank you for taking the time to have me in your class...you just changed my life. - to your mom!
Sometimes the teachers create the environment. We can change our school. https://t.co/gCHucYiMy7
PREACH. https://t.co/cnuoNcaYej
Q5 if school climate was such where all tchrs felt valued, mentoring would be happening every day for everyone
A8. I would apologize profusely!
A9 I'd thank them for their patience when I was a newbie and then offer to show them a cool tech tool!
A8 I would tell my mentors to chill. I was more focused on instruction than gum chewing. I still am. https://t.co/3JiVPz4Xks
"I would...through the fed govt support more teachers. We...have shortage in some of hardest to teach districts."
A8) I still go to my mentor from the beginning of my teaching career. We collaborate and bounce ideas off of each other.
Try to find every students' strengths so they can each mentor at some point...each one can lead. https://t.co/C47JhAKQwF
A8 My mentor passed a few years ago, but I would say Thanks for always having what is best for Ss in mind.
A8: I still talk to mine all the time; right now I’d beg them to please come clinic my choirs for contest (they already said yes).
I think we should start an Sketchnote PLN :-)
A8: Thank you for believing that I could actually do this.
a7) Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!!
A)Last: I should have aid more attention and thank you Cheryl!
A8: I would say thank you! Thank you for taking the time to teach not only your 3rd graders, but me also. You loved them and me. TY!
A8: You did not know but I was watching and learning from you. TY for making me a better person. https://t.co/p561nEZicO
great job! It's nice to see growing. Now we must use our voice & vote!! Our situation wont change unless we change it.
A8 thank you for your encouragement, support, and not giving up on me. I couldn't have made it without you.
Great chat tonight, ! Gotta run a couple of minutes early, but I enjoyed it!
A8 My main message to mentors and coaches would be THANK YOU. Thanks for taking the time to invest in me with your ideas & passion
A8 seriously, I wouldn't still be doing this without her guidance, so it would be a big thank you for the best career ever
A8) I needed a little bit more - but was so overwhelmed by my new career. Maybe stronger mentoring would have helped here…
A8: I still talk 2 them! Thank you never seems adequate...but I tell them anyway...along with lots of hugs for them!
A8) I hope when I enter my first year, I have a mentor and don't get lost! I will need a roadmap that first year.
A8) This is why I have so much passion for those just starting out - I want them to have what I didn’t!
I should probably apologize to all students in my classes for the first 3-5 years! Facepalm!
A8) "I can never get enough encouragement!"
My mentors changed my life!!
Join myself and on 4/10 for grading like outlaws!
Great, Great, Great Job. I hope more newbies take the reins and lead a chat.
A8: To my mentor paid to mentor me - ♫ "Why did you leave me here all alone? ♫ To those who mentored then and now - I thank them!
you brought tears with your last question, but that only means 1 thing. You were amazing! So Thank you! I <3 my mentor
A8. Thank You! My main hmwrk for future Ts to tell Ts they made a difference! We are Ts bc of them! https://t.co/etOHuPXibG
A5: I'm encouraging mine to find 1 for their Genius Hour projects. They're amazed they already know possible mentors.
Great topic and moderating, !!! Good night, Gracie!!!
I want the older kids to be an example for the younger kids in my after school program.
A7 Why didn't you tell me about PD that didn't suck? That I could say no? That I could ask for things? (I did the last one anyway)
A8) my mentor teacher was not my "assigned" mentor. He was my old HS teacher that inspired me everyday. He saved me.
A8 2 My Assigned Mentor...it's not about following rules, but about best practice and reaching kids. New ideas aren't always bad
My mentor and I got super close. She still texts me every year on mother's day! Friends for life! As it should be!
