Hello #engagechat! I hope everyone had a wonderful week with their students. My name is Tika, and I serve 26 wonderful 2nd graders and mentor teachers in Las Vegas.
OK, I'm re-invigorated after a dozen questions in 30 minutes. What's going on, #engagechat?
Karl, 3-6 gr Basic Skills ELA teacher from the Jersey shore.
A1: According to Dewey, growth = change or evolution. Growth if positive leads to more growth. Personally, growth to me means constant learning and becoming better each day. #engagechat
A1: According to Dewey, growth = change or evolution. Growth if positive leads to more growth. Personally, growth to me means constant learning and becoming better each day. #engagechat
A1. Growth is an evolving process. It is not something static that we can ‘master’. Life is constantly changing/evolving, & so we need to learn how to ‘witness’ change & to move skilfully with it. #engagechat
Growth- movement, momentum, a break from equilibrium. When we change direction, or pattern or mind. When we allow opinions and choices to alter with new information, ideas and circumstances. #Engagechat When we actively seek agitation, displacement and flow- we grow.
A1: Growth means making gains from one point in time to another. It can be that light bulb moment in a classroom, to leaning all your multiplication facts, to performing above where you were expected on a state mandated test. It's something that we need to celebrate #engagechat
A1: Reflection, ability to take constructive feedback, challenging myself and understanding that in order to continue to grow, one must continue to seek opportunities to learn #engagechat
@dianadell#EDET543#engagechat@daviswelcome Hi Dr. Davis! And happy Friday everyone! Glad to join this week's chat again. A1 Staying calm and peace though coming across big difficulties, taking it as the opportunity to check if your passion and perseverance still there.
A1:
Growth is a process, not a product.
It's about developing.
It's about getting curious and trying.
It's about learning.
https://t.co/1lgiAMGXAg#engagechat
A1. Growth can happen in all situations...positive or negative...some of my best growth is when I'm challenged or uncomfortable or took a risk #engagechat
Growth- movement, momentum, a break from equilibrium. When we change direction, or pattern or mind. When we allow opinions and choices to alter with new information, ideas and circumstances. #Engagechat When we actively seek agitation, displacement and flow- we grow.
A1: We now know that growth is a mindset: in fact, the most important mindset we can have. A continuous metamorphosis. Only constrained by our own limitations. #engagechat
@dianadell#EDET543#engagechat@daviswelcome Hi Dr. Davis! And happy Friday everyone! Glad to join this week's chat again. A1 Staying calm and peace though coming across big difficulties, taking it as the opportunity to check if your passion and perseverance still there.
A1. Growth is the process of understanding & developing oneself in order to achieve one’s fullest potential. Personal development is a vital part in a person’s growth = maturity, success & happiness = foundation of emotional, physical, intellectual & spiritual health. #engagechat
Simple is good! Every day, we have an opportunity to tweak something that isn't working and narrow the gap between our performance and our potential! #engagechat
A1 #engagechat like a taproot searching for water or a sprout for sunlight we are all growing. It’s instinct to learn and shape our microcosm of information. We may choose to ignore that which scares us or frustrates us but even that nudges us out of our nook a little bit.
Growth- movement, momentum, a break from equilibrium. When we change direction, or pattern or mind. When we allow opinions and choices to alter with new information, ideas and circumstances. #Engagechat When we actively seek agitation, displacement and flow- we grow.
A1) We are like trees which are either growing or dying. A tree has no "stasis" condition. If you are not growing, you are dying. Never stop learning and growing as a person. #engagechat
A1: Growth is spiralling upwards and upwards towards our fullest potential as human beings. A process of "becoming" that is a daily endeavour. #engagechat
A2: Just like I tell my kiddos: Mistakes are just opportunities for learning. It didn't work that way? Try something else. It's how you learn! #engagechat
A1:
Growth is a process, not a product.
It's about developing.
It's about getting curious and trying.
It's about learning.
https://t.co/1lgiAMGXAg#engagechat
A2: Reflection! Reflecting on your past actions and how you handled yourself is a great way to grow from your mistakes. One of the biggest ways I grow is accepting my mistake and understanding that mistakes do not mean failure. #engagechat
A2: By seeking feedback and acknolwedging that mistakes happen and that most mistakes when given time and effort turn into innovation. Having a postive mindset even at the face of hardship is how we keep moving. #engagechat
A2: Just like I tell my kiddos: Mistakes are just opportunities for learning. It didn't work that way? Try something else. It's how you learn! #engagechat
A2: Unexpected outcomes are great learning opportunities. Those outcomes offer a lot of information that could lead to future change and growth. #engagechat
A2: In coaching as in teaching we learn most from mistakes or losses. So say to self “I’ll spend more time to work harder as my effort will make me stronger.” #engagechat
Q2: For me, journaling really helps me process a mistake. Take the time to reflect and “go there.” Muster the courage to interrogate reality and embrace it and more so, learning from it. Striving from our missteps really helps us to thrive in the long run. #engagechat
A1. Personal growth is arguably the most important activity you can do. Rather than perceiving this as a selfish act, working on yourself to become a better person benefits those around you, as well as those in your community & workplace making you more world minded. #engagechat
A2: Unexpected outcomes are great learning opportunities. Those outcomes offer a lot of information that could lead to future change and growth. #engagechat
A2: Don’t ignore mistakes, but don’t dwell on them either. Learn from them and even share them if it will benefit others then keep moving toward your growth. #engagechat
A1 It involves the growth and enhancement of all aspects of the person, the feelings the person has about himself or herself, and their effectiveness in living. #engagechat
#engagechat To me growth is all about pushing yourself or Ss out of their comfort zone! When we try those new things that can often be a little too hard to do, we improve! @daviswelcome@ChouinardJahant
Mistakes are still momentum & energy well directed for they cause a shift in complacency & comfortability. Agitation causes an eventual settling & when the frustration of failure calms we can see a different setting, a more gentle cycle or even a more challenging one #engagechat
A2: Mistakes are what make us, what mold us. They help us to learn what we need to change in order to move forward, continue to challenge and better ourselves and one another #engagechat
A2 Every good thing that I’ve done in my life is directly traceable to an epic f*up. As Neil Gaiman says, Make Good Art. https://t.co/mK8lUvjY4G#EngageChat
A2 We grow from our mistakes when we use them to reflect and think of how we can do things differently, make better choices, increase efforts. #EngageChat
A2) Life experiences are the best trainers and involve lessons you never forget. You can't live long enough to make every possible mistake from which to learn, but I know a few people who are trying to do so! #engagechat
A2. In the journey of life, we are constantly making mistakes, and no one is exempt from them. So don’t be afraid of your mistakes — embrace them, and let them transform you into a wiser and greater person. #engagechat
A2- need to be open minded and reflective! By acknowldeging. Looking at different ways, observing, listening to and watching others, inquiring...#engagechat
A2: By not letting your mistakes defeat you. Instead, mistakes are an opportunity for reflection, for self improvement, and for setting new goals. Embrace your mistakes, for they are a pathway to wisdom. #engagechat
A2: Don’t ignore mistakes, but don’t dwell on them either. Learn from them and even share them if it will benefit others then keep moving toward your growth. #engagechat
A2: Growing from mistakes begins with reflecting on the mistake. Identifying areas to improve, and realizing what to do differently as not to make the mistake again. Taking chances allows us to learn and grow. #engagechat
A2: use your mistakes as opportunities to learn and understand your decision making. It’s also a great to to practice reflection and inner strength #EngageChat
Before you can grow from a mistake you have to know it was a mistake. Surround yourself with people who have the guts to be honest with you.
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A2- need to be open minded and reflective! By acknowldeging. Looking at different ways, observing, listening to and watching others, inquiring...#engagechat
A2 Growing from your mistakes can only happen if you are reflective and willing to do so. You might have to dig deep to do it. It might take a long time, too. #engagechat
A2. People have realised that learning from mistakes is the secret to becoming a wiser person. They see mistakes as their teachers, who guide them toward living a better, more beautiful life. #engagechat
A2- I spend a lot of time with my Ss at the start of the year talking about how mistakes, persevering & trying things in different ways all help grow our brain. How I WANT to see things scribbled and crossed out- we made up a sound effect for 'brains growing' #engagechat
It is equally important to emphasize that are mistakes do not define us. It’s easy to fall into a trap thinking we are the mistakes we’ve made #engagechat
To me the key to growth is reflection. The more I am willing to pause and truly critique myself- the more I understand how I think and my hidden motivation. I think reflection is the nutrients within the soil of knowledge and germination #engagechat
A2. Before you can learn from your mistakes, you have to accept full responsibility for your role in the outcome. That can be uncomfortable sometimes, but until you can say, “I messed up,” you aren’t ready to change. #engagechat
A2: Mistakes are our best friends. They teach us a lot and help us think out of the box. Mistakes help us figure out a way around the road blocks, #engagechat
I just started journaling this week! I love being about to cross things off my list and reflect on how much I was able to get done during the day. #engagechat
A2. Sometimes, mistakes aren’t one big blunder. Instead, they’re a series of little choices that lead to failure. It is important to recognise that each mistake can be an opportunity to build mental muscle and become better. #engagechat
To me the key to growth is reflection. The more I am willing to pause and truly critique myself- the more I understand how I think and my hidden motivation. I think reflection is the nutrients within the soil of knowledge and germination #engagechat
Before you can grow from a mistake you have to know it was a mistake. Surround yourself with people who have the guts to be honest with you.
#engagechat
Yes! My dad always said there aren't unanswered prayers...they are always answered, just not always in the ways you expect or want. (He was a minister.) #engagechat
A2: While reflecting on mistakes, there are often pieces that you may have done “right”. Don’t ignore the positive pieces within a mistake. #engagechat
A2. We are & teach others to be goal oriented. When we focus on what's in front of us. we miss the peripheral trouble-spots that often trip us up.
To grow from mistakes, we need time for "lateral drift" - patiently *sitting with* a problem until we work it out.
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A2 #engagechat Feedback is essential as well. Positive feedback keeps us motivated and critical may startle and jolt but it definitely shapes a mindset based on growth is we are willing to listen to all forms of feedback.
A2b: Life is full of experiences, and each experience will teach you something new. From these experiences we are able to grow to new levels #engagechat
A2: Emotions are a part of this for me. Mistakes can make me feel bad sometimes, especially when they impact others. That motivates me to reflect in order to avoid that feeling in the future. #engagechat
A1. Growth means in setting learning goals for oneself, checking progress, reflecting on learning errors or mistakes, making changes, taking risks, trying again until mastery is reached. #engagechat
A2.
“A teachable spirit and a humbleness to admit your ignorance or your mistake will save you a lot of pain. However, if you're a person who knows it all, then you've got a lot of heavy-hearted experiences coming your way.”
―Ron Carpenter Jr. #engagechat
A3: Perfectionism can run rampant with people: especially those who are “Type A”. Realizing that we’re works in progress and that our role is to take the stance of a continuous learner helps so much. I’m not finished yet...soothes the perfectionistic beast. #engagechat
A3 #engagechat Being an educator is hard. Fulfilling but very challenging. When we are not appreciated by our peers and administrators we often retreat into our classrooms. We often continue to grow but independently often avoiding collaboration. Collaboration is so important.
A3: I find that finding time is rather difficult. I have a feeling that time is going to come up a lot. I combat it with being more meaningful in my scheduling and knowing the "power of no". #engagechat
A3: Pride, complacency, a negative attitude, forgetting their "why," and a fear of leaving their comfort zone - all these hinder professional growth for educators. #engagechat
A3: Understanding that we will never “arrive”...and the moment that we think we have, it’s time to pull the anchor, open the sail, and chart a new learning journey. #engagechat
A3: Perfectionism can run rampant with people: especially those who are “Type A”. Realizing that we’re works in progress and that our role is to take the stance of a continuous learner helps so much. I’m not finished yet...soothes the perfectionistic beast. #engagechat
A3 One barrier to professional growth for educators is the perception that we need an outside expert, when in fact we are the experts we’ve been looking for. More on peer-to-peer PD: https://t.co/khtQZ6Ya9X#EngageChat
A2. With every mistake that we make we discover more and more about ourselves, about who we are, about our limits, about our capabilities, about what we can and cannot do. They help us be more compassionate and more tolerant with ourselves and others. #engagechat
A3: Harvey Silver taught us this chant, and I love it: “Good, Better, Best...Never let it rest...Till my good is my better and my better is my best.” It’s all about learning! #engagechat
A2. One can grow from mistakes by taking into account the lessons learned along the way, reflecting on previous mistakes in seeking judgement, before moving on. #engagechat
I think being "Type A" is a big thing that can possibly hinder growth. I feel that too many people can often get caught up in the mindset that perfection means mistakes are bad. #engagechat
A3 #engagechat When educators are given an overload of paperwork and meetings, what many call 'the flavor of the month' they often get so bogged down that professional development falls to the wayside. A lack of independence and time +a barrier to momentum and velocity
A3: On a national level, a barrier that hinders my professional growth is the cost to attend professional conferences (registration, air, hotel, food, etc). #engagechat
A3: If they do not have a growth mindset with a culture that cherishes risk and mistakes. So as a leader encourage your teachers to do what it takes to move your students while providing them with effective PD and guidance. #engagechat
A3: Willingness to accept feedback, willingness to reflect and change, willingness to having an open mind to new ideas. Educators need to be celebrated, it is so important. When you feel like you’re doing something right, you want to keep doing better #engagechat
A3. If you are a rookie who’s trying hard to please everyone by doing everything, you need to quit that mentality now. Please everyone and you will end up pleasing nobody, not even yourself. #engagechat
A3:
There are many barriers that hinder professional growth: lack of a growth mindset, lack of resources, etc.
However, one of the greatest barriers is the lack of a culture that honors agency—which provides the breathing space for growth. #engagechathttps://t.co/7eSewMQuOp
A3: If they do not have a growth mindset with a culture that cherishes risk and mistakes. So as a leader encourage your teachers to do what it takes to move your students while providing them with effective PD and guidance. #engagechat
A3. Having a lot on your plate without knowing where your work will lead you to can drain the life out of you. Know how you want your career to be and set clear, attainable, and time-bound goals that will guide you on your journey towards career growth. #engagechat
A3: Willingness to accept feedback, willingness to reflect and change, willingness to having an open mind to new ideas. Educators need to be celebrated, it is so important. When you feel like you’re doing something right, you want to keep doing better #engagechat
A3: At the end of his #tlap book @burgessdave asks, “What keeps us from starting?” He lists 5: The Fear of Failure.
Believing You Have to Figure It All Out Before You Begin.
Perfectionism.
Lack of Focus.
Fear of Criticism or Ridicule.
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A3. Take care of your health so you can do more. Know when you are most active so you can bank on your energy at its highest level. If you are a morning person, do the hardest items first and do the menial tasks later. #engagechat
A3: Whether real or perceived, lack of time is always cited as one barrier to growth. Just like we find time for physical exercise if we deem it important, perhaps it's the mindset towards PD too, if we see it as important to our growth as teachers. #engagechat
For me personally, I feel like I’m still just pretending at this teacher thing. Someone is going to figure out this exblogger turned teacher is still a glorified content curator #engagechat
A3: “Squirrel” mentality also gets in the way. Reaching for the next shiny bauble often times strays us from the course. Staying steady on with our “why” and getting out of the way so people can do the work they are passionate about will make all the difference! #engagechat
A3. Taking a break every now and then is not a bad thing. In contrast, it makes you even more productive because you are refreshing your mind and body. Also, make time to pursue your interests and to nurture your relationships for a work-life balance. #engagechat
We need to give something a couple years to see if it’s effective. Everyone wants now data but we don’t want to track the kids once they leave *our* rooms #EngageChat
A3 Our growth at times can be hindered when we are around those who are less than positive. We must stay on the path & surround ourselves with positive, supportive & encouraging people. #KUSDLearn#PositivePeoplePlace#EngageChat
A3: Personally, I also love it when those who lead me are lead learners. It really inspires me to want to learn and grow. Lead Learners are so easy to follow. #engagechat
Imposter syndrome is common when we start to lead, especially for women IMHO. But as I tell my physician clients, we don't lead from fear (imposter syndrome), we lead from a place of bravery. You got this! #engagechat
A3. It is easy to fall into self-doubt when you have yet to carve your niche. This can result in a lack of motivation, which can hamper your performance, forming a cycle that is not ideal for growth/progress. Remember, you are what you think. #engagechat
Yes! The moment I removed negative people in my life, my life was immensly more productive and positive. Negativity is a virus and spreads very easily I find. #engagechat
A4: Some ways that I use to grow as a leader is look for what are positive and admirable traits I see in professors and other mentors in my life that make them a good leader. I try to recreate what I find admirable to fit my own style of leadership. #engagechat
A4- When you believe that every interaction, every connection is an opportunity for growth then there really are no limits. Follow your own passions but be open and curious about what others are passionate about as well. #engagechat
A4 a veteran T told me to keep my head down and my mouth shut until I had tenure. I’d say the opposite is true: head up, eyes and ears open. Be willing. Be reachable. #engagechat
A4: Some ways that I use to grow as a leader is look for what are positive and admirable traits I see in professors and other mentors in my life that make them a good leader. I try to recreate what I find admirable to fit my own style of leadership. #engagechat
A4: Well honestly I’ve been listening to great ideas from teacher leaders that have inspired me this week! They have certainly made me think and grow while building a sense of together we can. I am as good as their thoughts and ideas. #engagechat
A4: See every opportunity as a time to learn. Always hold a curious stance. Ask questions. Take captive the wisdom in great books. Surround yourself with people who are smarter than you. When you walk away from people, tell them what you learned from them. #engagechat
A4- When you believe that every interaction, every connection is an opportunity for growth then there really are no limits. Follow your own passions but be open and curious about what others are passionate about as well. #engagechat
A4: Emotional intelligence is key to building relationships and shared leadership. Most of us will do anything and everything it takes to make our school successful but burn out quickly. Sharing the load will stop that from happening #EngageChat
A4: Remember your WHY and seek out learning that supports it! Surround yourself with those who empower you to be better, do better and want to learn and grow themselves #engagechat
A4 Have a mentor that will help you grow and reflect, develop & facilitate PD, mentor new teachers, become a coach, read @dbc_inc leader books (they are amazing). #EngageChat
A4: Courses, books, #PLN, school visits, social media chats, local networking. I'm in a grad course for Ed. Leadership and have been really thrilled with it and all the knowledge and people I have gotten to work with. #engagechat
A4: Remember your WHY and seek out learning that supports it! Surround yourself with those who empower you to be better, do better and want to learn and grow themselves #engagechat
A4: Seek out people with contrarian views that challenge yours. See your people as fellow learners who can contribute to collective wisdom. Be willing and humble to acknowledge you are also trying to learn and grow, and you'll always see opportunities for that. #engagechat
I had 3 Ss in the hallway discussing their behavior with my principal walked up. I informed him we were discussing how they were going to disperse themselves. I didn’t apologize. That was big for me #EngageChat
A sense of satisfaction and proudness that leads towards trusting yourself and your abilities. Shouldn’t we all experiment growth frequently?? Helping students grow should be our mission #engagechat
A3: SELF - there aren’t any barriers that one can’t move aside to grow. One can come up with excuses for days. If one really wants to grow, they will make it happen. #engagechat
A4: Courses, books, #PLN, school visits, social media chats, local networking. I'm in a grad course for Ed. Leadership and have been really thrilled with it and all the knowledge and people I have gotten to work with. #engagechat
Active, purposeful listening. Connections are made from conversations & interactions that are meaningful and positive. Understanding the needs of others by observing & really paying attention to the details #EngageChat this is how great leaders develop and urge others to as well
A4:
To grow as a leader...
Know your values and live them
Serve others
Read, read, read
Emulate the awesome you see in other leaders
Be present
Listen
Empower
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A3: As an educator before naming any external barriers, I would reflect on my own thought processes. I feel I should try harder, make the best out of things and keep pushing myself as well as keep reminding myself of my "why" which motivates me to push myself #engagechat
A4. Open -minded to ideas, a positive mindframe, good listening skills, risk-taking, building relationships, know and share your passion, etc.#engagechat
Active, purposeful listening. Connections are made from conversations & interactions that are meaningful and positive. Understanding the needs of others by observing & really paying attention to the details #EngageChat this is how great leaders develop and urge others to as well
A4: Hold true to your beliefs and values, listen, seek feedback and never underestimate the value of what others bring to the table to support your growth. #engagechat
Listen...then listen again!!! Know that there are many ways - not just your own! Know what lies behind peoples actions and being - what stories do they bring that affect? #engagechat
A4. To be effective in a leadership role, you have to master new competencies. Instead of relying on a limited set of natural capabilities, you must become well-rounded. This development of a repertoire of skills is a gradual, continuous process. #engagechat
A2: By being vulnerable, accepting your share and reflecting on how to make it better next time. Never take things personally and always assume best intentions #engagechat
A4: Hold true to your beliefs and values, listen, seek feedback and never underestimate the value of what others bring to the table to support your growth. #engagechat
A4: read and learn from great leaders. Take on leadership roles. Understand issues facing your school, district and community. Understand what data means and its impact on your school.
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A4. Practical experiences: You learn best when your day-to-day responsibilities & challenges require it. When you have the opportunity to engage in experiences, draw lessons & insights from those experiences, & apply the new knowledge & skills to the next experience. #engagechat
A4 #engagechat To grow as a leader- align yourself with great mentors and leaders. It is amazing what you can learn from just staying silent and watching great leadership in action.
A4. Ls who continue to focus on the work they’re already good at are less likely to broaden their capacity. Ls who step into new situations to test other abilities continue to develop their skills & successfully take on higher levels of leadership responsibility. #engagechat
A4: Identify your motivation
Develop GRIT
Write Down and SHARE your goals
Look to your critical friends AND your naysayers to spark reflection,growth & drive.
REFUSE to settle for mediocrity
Always be learning. #engagechat
A3: The lack of funds to get involved in learning, which involves costs over and above what is allocated by your professional association 4 #proD Conferences these days are just stupid expensive, uni courses are pricey... learning is expensive #engagechat
A5: I will have finished half my grad work, #GoogleCE lv 1, take 2 @ibpyp PD workshops, read at least 12 educational/leadership books, and publish an article with #IB. #engagechat
A5: Reconnect with my “why.” Believe it can be done. Assume positive intent in others and myself. Speak the truth in love. Read. Write. Create. #engagechat
A5: Teaching in classrooms in my school. Teaching college course. Through the appraisal process. Attend Principal PD that is offered. ILT, data and grade level meetings, etc. #engagechat
A5: I am trying to get a monthly #FiresideChat off the ground. We've met twice, so far. 1. Sharing my "why." 2. Let's Talk Trauma 3. (on March 13th) Self-care for teachers. #engagechat
A5: Well definitely have learned from my mistakes already this year. Listening to my staff continues to amaze me and help me grow daily as well. Lastly, I think newly formed professional learning groups in our system will help as we listen to our colleagues. #engagechat
A5: Celebrate the growth of others, embrace the changes that are occurring, remembering that when one door closes a WINDOW opens and staying to true to myself, my why, my passion #engagechat
A5: To grow professionally, I will continue to learn more and more from my Twitter PLN, to read, read, read, and to stay curious. #engagechathttps://t.co/ulyJbBl8gN
A5: As a college student, I feel as there is so much professional growth for me. Right now, I hope to increase understanding in using twitter professionally and how to use this tool as a resource. #engagechat
A5. Continue to Read everything I can, and to listen to the feedback from others, take risks, fail, reflect and get better. I want to continue to grow as a leader, and continue to find new experiences that allow me to improve. #engagechat
Active, purposeful listening. Connections are made from conversations & interactions that are meaningful and positive. Understanding the needs of others by observing & really paying attention to the details #EngageChat this is how great leaders develop and urge others to as well
Conferences- both presenting and attending. Edcamps and Twitter. Reading the amazing books by amazing educators and never forgetting I always have room to grow- keeping my momentum because that is the power of educators- our boundless energy and positivity #engagechat
A5. Read books, take courses in learning, PD, Edcamp, Twiiter#PLN, write articles and publish them, help create nore leaders by empowering Ss. #engagechat
A5: Continue to seek and understand the next steps for our school to maintain our momentum, all the while celebrating the growth of our students, colleagues and families. #ittakesateam#engagechat
Conferences- both presenting and attending. Edcamps and Twitter. Reading the amazing books by amazing educators and never forgetting I always have room to grow- keeping my momentum because that is the power of educators- our boundless energy and positivity #engagechat
A5: Continue to seek and understand the next steps for our school to maintain our momentum, all the while celebrating the growth of our students, colleagues and families. #ittakesateam#engagechat
Me too. I didn’t have a great mentor my first year teaching or my second. In year 3 now and I took a new T under my wing so she doesn’t feel alone #Engagechat
